We know how to surprise Dad this Father’s Day—give him a gift card to AVIE! We guarantee he won’t see it coming, but once he realizes that he can finally tame his spare tire without surgery, get thicker, fuller hair with PRP Hair Restoration, or clear up his mottled complexion with a non-invasive photofacial, YOU will be his favorite for life!
Here’s a closer look at some of our most popular Dad-day indulgences. And while you’re at it, treat yourself! Our medical spa is the ultimate bonding experience!
Botox®
More men than ever before are turning to FDA-approved Botox to smooth away pesky lines and wrinkles on the forehead, between the brows and around the eyes. Dad will be amazed at how efficient and comfortable this popular treatment truly is, and he’ll be thrilled when he notices his younger-looking appearance within a week following his treatment.
EMSCULPT™ & CoolSculpting® Body Contouring
EMSCULPT is a non-invasive treatment that triggers 20,000 muscle contractions while you lay back and relax. EMSCULPT helps to tone and strengthen muscles on the abdomen or buttocks, but also reduces fat for a slimmer, trimmer and firmer look without downtime. CoolSculpting is another proven body sculpting favorite for reducing unwanted fat bulges without invasive measures or downtime. We’re a CoolSculpting-certified practice and member of the Cool Club, which means we’ve received advanced training and performed a high volume of treatments to become CoolSculpting experts. The big difference between the two treatments is that CoolSculpting is designed for reducing fat deposits, while EMSCULPT’s main focus is muscle building on the abs and buttocks. CoolSculpting also targets other areas including the thighs and chin. We can help you figure out which treatment or if a combination of treatments suits your needs during your personal consultation.
Laser Skin Treatments
We’re not sure why more men aren’t aware of laser skin rejuvenation, but we’d be glad to enlighten them ASAP! If Dad has broken capillaries on his face, redness, age spots, sun spots, or other pigmentation irregularities, it’s time for Dad to experience a non-invasive BBL™ photofacial. The power of BBL (broadband light) is truly incredible, targeting imperfections of the skin and revealing a clearer, more evenly-toned appearance with little to no downtime.
We can’t wait to treat Dad to the treatment of his choice, and we are so grateful for your continued support of AVIE! year after year! We work hard to be there for you by providing the best treatments and services on the market. Thank you for inspiring us and making us the top medspa in Northern Virginia!
To buy a gift card, please call 703.870.3844, stop in, or request a consultation online today!
–Kim
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Want Gorgeous Skin? Read This Blog! Leesburg, VA
I offer several beauty secrets here at AVIE! But this week I’m eager to tell you about one skin treatment in particular and the amazing results I’m seeing from the Forever Young BBL™ photofacial.
I know I’ve said it before, but our clients who receive routine Forever Young BBLs have the most AMAZING skin. Some have even told me they literally get stopped on the street by strangers who want to know what their skin care secret is. I know it sounds too good to be true, but once you understand the science behind BBL, you’ll be a believer for life.
A genius doctor named Patrick Bitter, Jr., developed the Forever Young BBL protocol. I’m actually one of the privileged providers who has received special training with Dr. Bitter to perform Forever Young BBL’s! He’s terrific! The BBL Forever Young photofacial treats the skin with several passes of BBL light to stimulate the skin multiple times over. It also uses a particular intensity of light, which is officially called the Forever Young setting. Last, but certainly not least, Forever Young treats the skin with SkinTyte™, a non-invasive infrared treatment, to provide a tightening and smoothing effect.
Now that you know what a Forever Young BBL involves, here’s a little science to back it up. Researchers discovered that Forever Young BBL could change skin at a molecular level, causing skin cells to behave like younger cells. What’s more, regular Forever Young patients, who received BBLs over the long term, were shown to have skin that looked up to 10 years younger than its actual age.
Not bad for a non-invasive laser skin treatment with no downtime, right? By the way, another skin treatment that creates GORGEOUS, head-turning skin is Halo™ laser skin renewal, but we’ll save Halo for another blog soon!
Isn’t it time you looked as young as you feel? What are you waiting for? Call 703.870.3844 or request a free consultation today.
—Kim
Brides & Graduates, Party-Prepping Season Has Begun! Leesburg, VA
There’s nothing better than looking and feeling your absolute best during the special moments of life. It’s your time to shine! You’ve come a long way, and you deserve to glow on your special day, whether it’s a wedding or graduation ceremony.
There is a catch, though! Your skin takes time to renew itself, which means now is the time to start prepping. Advance planning is the key to achieving a head-turning glow weeks or months from now.
Here’s a look at common skin concerns and our recommended treatments and timing for your best results:
For blotchiness, redness, freckles, or uneven skin tone…
Try: BBL™ photofacials. Non-invasive photofacials are the industry standard for improving pigmentation irregularities. You name it, BBL can fade it, from dark spots and freckles to rosacea and broken capillaries. Best of all, BBL involves little to no downtime. Ideally, photofacials are a routine part of any results-driven skin care regimen. We recommend undergoing a series of BBL’s, scheduled about a month apart, for your best results. If you are interested in a photofacial to correct a specific concern before your event, we advise receiving treatment at least two weeks before you need to see results. (This is because dark spots like freckles will first darken before eventually sloughing off, which takes about two weeks.) Other treatments to consider include chemical peels, microneedling, and Halo™ laser skin renewal. We can help you choose the perfect treatment for YOU during your personal consultation!
To pamper yourself the DAY OF or DAY BEFORE your event…
Try: Signature HydraFacial! We love Signature HydraFacial because it’s a 30-minute indulgence for your cleanest and most intensely refreshed complexion without a lick of downtime! Truly! This multi-step skin resurfacing treatment uses patented vortex suction technology and water to clear away dull skin cells and debris while infusing your dermis with revitalizing peptides and nutrients. We are always amazed how such an effective treatment can be so gentle on skin!
For overall skin enhancement, including smoother, brighter tone and texture…
Try: Laser Skin Rejuvenation! Because we are driven to bring out your absolute best, we offer a full menu of award-winning laser skin rejuvenation treatments, including Halo™ laser skin renewal, ProFractional™ laser skin resurfacing, MicroLaserPeel®, and BBL™ photofacials. Each one of these skin rejuvenation treatments can be tailored to meet your skin’s exact needs, correcting pigmentation irregularities, brightening dullness, smoothing texture, and much more. We will help you determine the ideal treatment or combination treatment for you to realize optimal results.
Please note that we recommend undergoing laser skin resurfacing well before any special event. With Halo and ProFractional, we recommend undergoing treatment at least a month or two prior; with BBL and MicroLaserPeel, at least two weeks before your event.
In addition to laser skin rejuvenation, we offer microneedling, chemical peels, professional skin care products, and more! To discover the ideal treatments for you, please schedule a consultation with us today by calling 703.870.3844 .
—Kim
Glowing Skin to the Rescue! Leesburg, VA
Ok, so we’re in the final stretch of a long, cold winter. If you’re feeling anything like me, you are in desperate need of a complexion pick-me-up!!! The dull, drab days of winter have no business dulling down our complexions. It’s time for us to fight back and reclaim our glow! Are you with me?!
My favorite way to brighten up and refresh my complexion and spirit is combination treatment with Halo™ laser skin renewal and BBL™ photofacial. Halo and BBL literally renew your skin from the inside out, spurring vibrant new collagen and elastin growth for brighter, more even skin tone, smaller pore size, reduced lines and wrinkles, and much more. This potent rejuvenating combo does involve some social downtime, however, so you should plan for about a week of laying low to give your skin a chance to breathe and refresh itself without the hassles of makeup application.
If you are looking for a skin rejuvenation treatment with less downtime, we also offer Microtherapy, MicroLaserPeel®, HydraFacial®, and medical-grade chemical peels. Don’t worry if you have no idea which treatment best suits your needs. That’s our job! During your personal consultation, we will explore your options and help you devise the perfect regimen to meet your unique goals and scheduling needs.
One last note about winter skin treatments: There’s still time to schedule laser hair removal treatments. We know summer is still months away, and that’s exactly why now is the ideal time to undergo your treatment! Laser hair removal typically takes months of repeated treatments to achieve your desired look. I usually recommend a series of five treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, depending on the area being treated.
While the weather is still frightful, why not treat yourself to something delightful!? Discover your perfect skin pampering treatment today by calling 703.870.3844 or scheduling your free consultation!
—Kim
Ditch Winter Skin Problems Leesburg, VA
I know it sounds strange, but your skin is great at telling me what time of year it is. As soon as clients start complaining about their dry, irritated, or blotchy skin, I know it’s winter or soon will be. Forget about winter weather patterns! It’s time to tackle winter complexion patterns! If you’re ready to trade in dull, irritated skin for a luminous, dewy glow, listen up! Here’s a look at my favorite complexion rescuers!
Calm it down.
Dry, irritated, skin needs extra TLC during the winter months. In last week’s blog, I mentioned night-time product application, but the benefits are so great it’s worth repeating! Before bed each night, slather on an ultra hydrating, restorative skin care product like SENTE Dermal Repair Cream, which features heparan sulfate analog (HSA), an optimized form of a naturally-occurring healing molecule. Night time application is key because your skin goes into repair mode at night. Your parched skin will soak up every last drop of product to leave you looking refreshed and rosy come morning. That extra moisture packs a punch of benefits, taking you through the day with calmer, more resilient, and happier skin.
Schedule a BBL™ photofacial. Pronto.
A photofacial, also called BBL (for broadband light) is a proven anti-aging treatment. This non-invasive light therapy is the gold standard for correcting stubborn pigmentation irregularities like age spots, freckles, and redness. But it’s also clinically proven to reverse aging skin by stimulating new collagen growth. BBL photofacials are one of my all-time favorite skin treatments because they literally make your skin look younger! My clients who regularly undergo BBL photofacials are known to look younger than their age. I recommend scheduling a series of BBL’s to correct skin problems and undergoing periodic maintenance treatments throughout the year to maintain your age-defying glow.
Get your beauty rest
Beauty sleep is no joke! While you snooze, your skin is busy repairing and regenerating itself from the day’s damage. I absolutely adore SkinMedica’s TNS Essential Serum and Alastin® Skincare’s Regenerating Skin Nectar with TriHex Technology®, but we offer so many effective skin care products, it’s hard to name just a few. We can help you choose the best products based on your unique concerns and skin care goals.
Don’t forget your greatest beauty weapon of all—SPF! UV rays do damage year-round, clouds or shine, so be vigilant about applying SPF 30 or greater every day of the year. I can’t wait to help you discover even more winter beauty tips and treatments for bringing out your best this winter. Call 703.870.3844 or schedule your personal consultation today.
—Kim
‘Tis the Season to be Brighter and Tighter! Leesburg, VA
Can you feel it? The holiday season is here, and I’m loving it! From sparkly lights to cozy cups of cocoa by the fire, there are so many special reasons to feel merry and bright this time of year.
And speaking of “bright,” one of my favorite ways to get my holiday glow on is a combination treatment for brightening and tightening skin with the BBL™ photofacial and SkinTyte™ II. This popular pairing spells complexion perfection in two ways. BBL photofacial is a non-invasive light treatment that works wonders at reducing uneven pigmentation like freckles, age spots, brown spots, and redness. SkinTyte II is another non-invasive laser treatment that helps to tighten skin by heating the dermis and triggering new collagen and elastin growth. Combined, these two treatments pack a synergistic punch, revealing brighter, tighter skin without downtime. That’s right—there’s no downtime with BBL and SkinTyte, which makes this combo an ideal party-prepping treatment or complexion helper any time of year.
Another skin-saver to add to your Santa list is Halo™ laser skin renewal. The first of its kind, this hybrid laser skin treatment features two powerful types of energy to stimulate the skin at multiple levels. Halo is also a fractional laser, which means it creates treatment channels in your skin while leaving some of your skin untouched to speed healing time. Halo is the best in its class for spurring new collagen and elastin growth and revealing an overall improvement to your skin’s tone and texture for younger-looking radiance and more even tone. Halo can also be paired with BBL photofacials for even better results.
‘Tis the season to be jolly—and brighter and tighter! To learn more about the best skin-prepping treatments for you, call 703.870.3844 or schedule your free personal consultation today!
—Kim