Ultherapy has arrived at RoxSpa Beverly Hills; don’t miss Entertainment Tonight when they feature Dr. Brenner and Orla from RoxSpa Beverly Hills performing this treatment.

Ultherapy is the newest FDA-approved technology in non-surgical facial skin tightening and lifting. At ROX Spa Beverly Hills, Ultherapy is the most highly acclaimed non-invasive procedure, which uses ultrasound technology to tighten, lift and tone the skin around the face, neck, chin and brows with absolutely no downtime. This non-invasive treatment delivers great results overtime and results are visible after only one treatment. Ultherapy tightens the skin and promotes collagen regrowth to the area that is being treated. Collagen remodeling in the skin will continue to produce skin changes over a six month period.

Ultherapy is the only procedure to use ultrasound imaging, which allows the practitioner to actually see the layers of tissue we target during the treatment and ensure the energy is deposited precisely to where it will be most effective. By using ultrasound, we can lift and tighten the skin without cutting or disrupting the surface of skin. Ultherapy is ideal for patients with mild to moderate facial skin laxity, who are not candidates for surgical facelift procedures. Both men and women globally are receiving Ultherapy.

Don’t miss tonight’s episode of Entertainment Tonight to watch this treatment being performed. Check your local listings for air times.

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If you are going on vacation and plan on spending a lot of time outdoors, you will want to make sure that you properly protect your skin from the sun’s harmful ultraviolet rays.  You may not be able to remain in the shade and the weather may not be ideal to cover up with long-sleeved shirts or hats, so be sure to apply sunblock with a minimum SPF factor of 30. You should apply sunblock at least 30 minutes before going outdoors and don’t assume that cloud cover means you’re protected.  Be sure to apply an ample amount and cover all areas of your body, even areas that you think are fine because they are covered up with clothing.  Don’t forget your back, legs, feet, neck, ears, and face.  You should reapply sunscreen every 2-3 hours to ensure protection throughout the day. The skin care professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics recommend using Prescribed Solutions Full Spectrum Tinted Sunblock with SPF 30.  It provides greater protection than typically recommended for daily sun exposure and it’s tinted, so it will leave your skin glowing and is perfect for everyday use.

If you plan on being active or doing water sports while on vacation, it is important that you wear water resistant sunblock and that you reapply immediately after sweating or swimming.  Even though your sunblock is water resistant, it still requires reapplication to ensure coverage and protection from the sun.  The skin care professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics recommend using Epicuren Active Sport Treat Sunblock with SPF 30.

In addition to protecting your skin from the sun, you should be sure to maintain your normal skin care routine throughout your vacation, which should including cleansing, toning and moisturizing your skin.  Be sure to remove all dirt, oils and makeup at the end of each day by using a gentle cleanser and follow up with a toner and then moisturizer.  The air and other types of environmental factors of your vacation spot may dry out your skin, so be sure to moisturize your skin each day, especially after showering and during any water activities.

If you would like more tips or are interested in any of the products mentioned above, the skin care professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics are here to help you!  If you have any questions or are interested in any other medispa treatments, please contact us today at (310) 777-0496 or online!

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1. Facials. At RoxSpa Aesthetics, we have a variety of facial treatments for whatever skin care concerns or needs your grad may have.  We offer custom Epicuren facials which can assist with acne control, dehydration, Rosacea and a variety of other skin conditions.

2. Latisse. Has your grad ever wanted longer eyelashes or uses fake eyelashes?  Latisse is one of the most popular eyelash treatments to actually enhance eyelash growth with proven, visible results in just a few weeks.  For more information about Latisse, click here.

3. Acne Laser Treatment. If your grad has ever battled acne and now suffers from acne scarring, RoxSpa Aesthetics offers a variety of laser treatments that can assist your grad with acne scarring, blemishes, redness and even chronic or recurring acne.  Contact us to find out more about our acne treatment laser therapy options.

4. Gift Card. Not sure what to get?  No problem.  Everyone loves gift cards, because you can then let your grad decide what he or she wants!  RoxSpa Aesthetics offers gift cards for an amount of your choosing.  Contact us today to find out how to get your gift card today!

Whatever gift idea seems right for your grad, RoxSpa Aesthetics can help you give this wonderful gift that keeps on giving.  Contact us today at (310) 777-0496 or online!

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However, there may be some common bad beauty habits holding you down.  These beauty mistakes can be completely avoidable, but there are simply no products or services that can “fix” these mistakes, because as you will see from the list below of the Top 8 Beauty Mistakes People Make, these are mistakes that are all controllable by you.

Beauty Mistake #1: Biting Your Nails & Cuticles.  Nail biting is a very common mistake made by people, usually stemming from childhood.  Besides the fact that it will leave your nails looking ragged, nail biting also poses other health risks, including bacterial infections in and around your nail bed.  Another related bad habit is biting the skin and cuticles around your nails.  To help avoid biting your nails and cuticles, try painting your nails (even with a clear coat) to deter you from biting your nails.  Also, you can apply cuticle oil and lotion to your hands and nails to deter you from biting your cuticles.

Beauty Mistake #2: Tanning.  Yes, we’re in sunny Southern California and it’s hard to avoid the desire to run out to the beach and catch some rays, but those rays will do you more harm than good.  From the immediate downsides, such as severe sunburns, to the long-term effects, including wrinkles, age spots and skin cancer, you should avoid exposure to the sun whenever possible.  If you have to be in the sun, make sure that you apply sunblock with an SPF factor of at least 30 and reapply every 2 hours.  Also, you can try wearing hats and long sleeves to cover up and help protect your skin.  Trust us, your skin will thank you later on!

Beauty Mistake #3: Picking at Your Pimples.  This is a common bad habit for those suffering with acne-prone skin.  The irony of it all is that it’s the picking at the pimples that is most likely causing the skin to breakout with acne to begin with.  If you think your pimple looks bad as it’s starting to come to the surface, just wait until you try popping it, only aggravating the skin and then, worse yet, you’ve just spread any bacteria on your fingers and the bacteria from your acne onto other areas of your face, now leading to more pimples waiting to form.  Popping your pimples can also lead to bleeding, infection and even scarring.  There’s an easy fix to this.  Keep your hands off of your face!  You can also dry out your acne by applying either benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid to your pimples and you can reduce inflammation by dabbing on some hydrocortisone cream.

Beauty Mistake #4: Foregoing Sunblock on a Daily Basis.  As we approach June, with the morning cloud cover known as “June Gloom”, it might seem unnecessary to apply sunblock, but just because the sunshine isn’t visible outside doesn’t mean that the sun’s harmful UV rays don’t find a way to make it out and through the cloud cover.  Be sure to apply sunblock whether the sun is shining or not!

Beauty Mistake #5: Going to Bed With Makeup On.  Sure, it’s been a long day and tired from your busy day at the office, running errands with the kids, or whatever you may have going on, but going to bed with your makeup on is one of the biggest beauty mistakes women make!  Cleansing your face isn’t just about preventing acne breakouts, it’s also about allowing your skin to breathe and go through its own natural healing and renewal process while you sleep.  So, take a few minutes each night to clean your face, removing makeup, dirt and oil from your skin.  Also, don’t forget about your eye makeup.  For days that you just can’t seem to make it to the sink, try using pre-moistened cleansing towelettes.  While not ideal, something is better than nothing!

Beauty Mistake #6: Flat Ironing Damp or Wet Hair.  If you shower in the morning and are someone that flat irons your hair every day, you have probably been guilty of flat ironing your hair when it’s still been a bit damp or even wet.  You want to make sure that your hair is as dry as possible whenever using a flat or curling iron on your hair.  Not only is this the best way to ensure that your iron is as effective as possible, but it also avoids burning and damaging your hair.  Also, try avoiding heat treatment to your hair every single day.  This can be extremely drying and damaging to your hair.  If you have to use a flat or curling iron to style your hair, make sure to apply a heat protectant to your hair to help protect it from the extreme heat.

Beauty Mistake #7: Forgetting Your Lips!  Your lips are probably one of the most neglected areas of your body.  Many people neglect their lips, particularly when it comes to protecting them from the sun or moisturizing them regularly.  Be sure to apply a moisturizer with some SPF to your lips if you’re going to be in the sun and avoid licking your lips, which will dry them out more and make them crack.

Beauty Mistake #8: Not Cleaning Your Makeup Brushes.  Most people never think about having to clean their makeup brushes, but you change out your toothbrush and clean your hair brush, right?  Why not your makeup brushes?  Makeup brushes are very absorbent and can easily gather up dirt, old makeup, oil, dead skin, bacteria and fungi, which then ends up making its way to your face!  Yikes!  Wash your brushes with a mild shampoo at least once a week and let them air dry for the best makeup brush care.

So, how’d you do?  Are you guilty of any of these mistakes?

Most people are guilty of at least one of these common mistakes, but it’s okay.  The good news is that as mentioned previously, there is an easy solution for these bad mistakes because all of them simply involve you changing your bad habits into good ones.  If you have more than one bad habit to change, don’t worry.  Just pick one habit to focus on first and once you’ve got that one down, you can work on another.

This post has been brought to you by the good folks at RoxSpa Aesthetics.  RoxSpa Aesthetics is a high-end medispa located in Beverly Hills and offers a variety of aesthetic services including facials, chemical peels, Botox, fillers and much more.  At RoxSpa Aesthetics, you can receive the combination of medical expertise with advanced laser technology to offer you personalized, professional skin care services with optimal results. We would love to connect with you on Facebook and Twitter.

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All of these visible signs of damage to your skin can be treated with a treatment known as a photo facial.  A photo facial is a cosmetic procedure that uses light-based technology to treat the skin, producing younger and healthier looking skin.  There are 2 main types of technology used for photo facials.  One is LED (or light-emitting diode) and the other is known as IPL (or intense-pulsed light).  The LED photo facial is typically found at day spas and do not produce as dramatic effects as IPL photo facials.

In an effort to produce the best results for our clients, we at RoxSpa Aesthetics utilize the IPL photo facial method using the Harmony Photo Facial.

The Harmony Photo Facial is currently the most effective skin rejuvenation treatment available, combining multiple laser treatments to address the key concerns of individual clients’ skin: pigmentation, texture, tone and tightening. Approved by the FDA, these advanced technologies provide our clients the most safe and effective treatments available. Harmony Photo Facial employs two novel electro-optical components: (1) Advanced Fluorescence Technology (AFT) and (2) Equally Distributed Fluence (EDF) for non-ablative skin rejuvenation.  This treatment rejuvenates skin, repairs sun damage and leaves you with a fresh, healthy glow. AFT spectra precisely targets unwanted blood vessels and melanin, while gently preserving surrounding tissue, leaving skin soft and smooth. .

The advantages of photo facials include:

• No recovery time
• Achieving healthier and smoother looking skin
• Reducing pore size
• More even skin tone
• Reducing redness and flushing caused by rosacea
• Reducing the size of wrinkles and fine lines
• Enhancing appearance and boosting self-confidence
• Regaining a more youthful look

Many patients report progressive improvement over several treatments and outstanding results, claiming that skin looks naturally younger and healthier.  You should consult a qualified physician to determine if photo facials are an appropriate skin care treatment for you.  At RoxSpa Aesthetics, we welcome you to schedule a complimentary skin care consultation so we can discuss whether or not photo facials are right for you and design a customized treatment plan.  Contact us today at (310) 777-0496 or request an appointment online.

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Thanks to the skin care professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics, here are 7 tips for wrinkle-free skin.

TIP #1: AVOID EXPOSURE TO THE SUN. You’ve heard it many times, but exposure to the sun has a number of harmful effects and one of the harmful effects is wrinkles.  Avoid exposure to the sun whenever possible.  If you do have to be outside, try to be under cover or wear a large hat to cover your face.  If you must be in the sun, then you must follow…

TIP #2: SUNSCREEN, SUNSCREEN, SUNSCREEN. If you have to be out in the sun for any period of time, be sure to wear sunscreen with an SPF factor of 30 or higher.  When purchasing sunscreen, look for labels that mention not only UVA, but UVB protection.  These sunscreen products will help to better protect your skin.

TIP #3: MAINTAIN A REGULAR SKIN CARE ROUTINE.  It is important to maintain a regular skin care routine, which involves the following steps:

1. Cleansing your skin of any dirt, oil and makeup twice a day (no matter how tired or busy you may be).
2. Toning and moisturizing at least once a day.
3. Being gentle with your skin, particularly under your eyes.  Avoid excessive rubbing or scratching of your skin.
4. Avoid using too much makeup and consider products with anti-aging ingredients.
5. Whenever possible, get regular facials to help care for your skin professionally better than you’re able to at home.

TIP #4: HYDRATE INSIDE AND OUT.  In addition to making sure that your skin is moisturized, whether it’s after you shower, before you head outside or before you go to bed, you also want to make sure that you’re hydrating your body from the inside-out.  Be sure that you are drinking enough water throughout the day.  It is recommended that the average adult drink eight 8oz cups of water a day.  If you’re outside or active, you should be drinking more to be sure you’re replenishing your body of any fluids it may be losing.

TIP #5: HEALTHY FOODS & EXERCISE.  There are certain foods that have natural anti-aging effects, including foods with Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs), such as salmon, mackerel, sardines, trout and tuna. Avocados, leafy greens, chicken and flaxseed also contain healthy ingredients that help leave skin looking beautiful.  Also make sure that you’re getting in at least 30 minutes of exercise each day, even if it’s just a brisk walk.  Aim to exercise just enough to be out of breath, but not gasping for air.  Physical activity will help increase the blood circulation in your body and can even help tone your body to help prevent loose, saggy skin.

TIP #6: GET YOUR BEAUTY SLEEP.  Make sure that you’re catching enough Z’s each night.  It is generally recommended to regularly get 6-8 hours of sleep each night.  Sleep is when your body has time to rest and replenish and repair itself.  Be sure you’re giving your body the necessary time to work its “natural magic” on itself each night.

TIP #7: CONSIDER PROFESSIONAL TREATMENT.  If you’ve already shown some signs of wrinkles or facial lines, there are some professional treatments that you may wish to consider.  Chemical peels, laser treatment and BOTOX® are some to name a few.  These treatments are not recommended, or even necessary, for everyone, so be sure to consult a physician prior to receiving any treatment.

As you can see, beautiful wrinkle-free skin starts with taking care of YOU.  These helpful tips are recommended for most individuals, regardless of your age.  The sooner you can begin these healthy skin care habits, the more your skin will thank you later on.  Before taking any vitamin supplements, starting an exercise routine or considering any medical treatments, you will want to be sure to consult your physician first.  The skin care professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics can assist you in determining which treatments may be right for you.  Contact RoxSpa Aesthetics today to schedule your consultation.

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Thanks to the skin care professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics, here are a few tips to help you protect and take care of your nails.

1. Wear gloves. If your hands are going to be exposed to soap or chemicals for a very long period of time, be sure to wear gloves to protect your hands and nails.  This is especially true when doing dishes or housework.  These chemicals weaken and dry out your nails.

2. Eat foods rich in Vitamin E. Eating foods rich in Vitamin E will help strengthen your nails and also your hair and skin. Foods rich in Vitamin E include spinach, kale, broccoli, tropical fruits (like kiwi and papaya) and certain healthy oils like vegetable oil.

3. Do not bite your nails. Nail-biting is a bad habit that many people have that might begin in childhood and carries on into adulthood.  It is believed that nail-biting comes out of feelings of anxiety and even boredom.  Nail-biting also includes biting the cuticle and soft tissue surrounding the nail.  These weaken your nails and also can make you more prone to an infection as you potentially break open skin and expose yourself to bacteria and other harmful chemicals. If you currently bite your nails, find ways to help you cope and end this bad habit.  Some have found having polish on the nails helps to discourage nail-biting.

4. Don’t overdo the nail polish treatments.  Avoid using nail polish remover more than twice a month, particularly if you’re using nail polish remover with harsh chemicals such as acetone.  These dry out and strip the layers of your nail.  You should touch up your polish instead of removing it altogether.

5. Take care of hang nails immediately and properly. Whenever you have hang nails, nails that tear or cuticles that hang, be sure to properly take care of these.  Some people find it easier to use their teeth or fingers to tear away these nails and skin, but this often creates a much bigger problem, ripping away the nail or skin.  Use nail clippers or small scissors to take care of any hang nails right away and be sure to cut your nails properly to help avoid the development of hang nails.

This post has been brought to you by the good folks at RoxSpa Aesthetics.  RoxSpa Aesthetics is a high-end medispa located in Beverly Hills and offers a variety of aesthetic services including facials, chemical peels, Botox, fillers and much more.  At RoxSpa Aesthetics, you can receive the combination of medical expertise with advanced laser technology to offer you personalized, professional skin care services with optimal results. We would love to connect with you on Facebook and Twitter.

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Chemical peels, also known as chemexfoliation or derma peeling, is one of the least invasive ways to improve the appearance of your skin.  The procedure involves using a chemical solution to remove the damaged outer layers of your skin, leaving a smoother, more even texture to your skin.

Through chemical peels, you can improve the following skin disorders:

• Acne and acne scars
• Fine lines and wrinkles
• Irregular and uneven skin tone
• Rough skin and scaly patches
• Scars
• Age spots
• Sun-damaged skin
• Freckles

There are different kinds of chemical peels based on your particular needs.  The chemicals used in the most common chemical peels include alphahydroxy acid (AHA), tricholoroacetic acid (TCA), phenol and a variety of what are known as beta hydroxy acids, such as glycolic acid, lactic acid, salicylic acid and malic acid.  Each chemical has a different purpose, which is why it’s important to discuss with your doctor what your particular needs are and he or she can better assess which peel is right for you.

There are 3 types of chemical peels: Light, Medium and Heavy.

Light chemical peels are used to create subtle improvements at the time of treatment, with improvements over a series of treatments.  If you have uneven skin tone, dryness, acne or fine lines, a light chemical peel might be the right choice for you.  Light chemical peels remove just the outer layer of the skin with light exfoliation.

The light chemical peel treatment typically involves:

• Cleansing of your face.
• Chemical solution brushed onto your skin and left for up to 10 minutes.
• Chemicals washed off and neutralized.

To maintain a vibrant look, treatments are recommended regularly once a month.

Medium chemical peels are used to create noticeably smoother skin, which is why medium chemical peels are typically recommended for acne scars, uneven skin color and deeper wrinkle lines.  The chemicals used in medium chemical peels remove skin cells from both the outer layer of the skin, as well as the upper part of the middle layer of your skin, known as your dermis.

The medium chemical peel treatment typically involves:

• Cleansing of your face.
• Chemical solution brushed onto your skin and left on for up to a few hours.  Treated area may turn to a slight pink or tomato red color.
• Chemicals are neutralized or may be left on for a few more hours.
• Skin may turn red in color in the days just after the peel with a recovery time of up to 2 weeks for skin to normalize.

To maintain your glowing new skin, medium chemical peels are recommended every 6 to 12 months.

Deep chemical peels are used to create the most dramatic results, which is why the recovery time of deep chemical peels is the longest.  Deep chemical peels are recommended for individuals with deep facial wrinkles, skin damage, scars, blotchiness and skin with pre-cancerous growths.  A high percentage of TCA or another chemical acid is applied to the lower dermal layer of your skin.

The deep chemical peel treatment typically involves:

• May include pre-treatment up to 8 weeks prior to the procedure. This helps prepare the skin for the deep chemical peel and helps speed up the healing process.  Pre-treatment may include the use of Retin A, a prescription medication that’s derived from Vitamin A and works to thin the skin’s surface area, allowing the chemical solution to penetrate the skin more evenly and deeply.
• At the time of the deep chemical peel, you will be given a local anesthetic or sedative to help manage any discomfort.  The local anesthetic helps to “freeze” your face.
• Cleansing of your face.
• The chemical is brushed onto the area and can be left on the skin anywhere from 30 minutes to 2 hours.  The chemical is then neutralized.
• Skin will be allowed to rest for about an hour and a thick coat of healing balm is smoothed over your skin, covering the crust which develops.  The balm should be used while the skin is healing.

The effects of deep chemical peels include peeling, redness and some discomfort for a few days.  Any swelling as a result of the procedure is likely to disappear in less than 2 weeks and redness should dissipate after a few weeks.

Deep chemical peels produce long-lasting and dramatic results which can last anywhere from 5-10 year from one treatment.

Deep chemical peels are not advisable for everyone, which is why it is important to seek out the assistance and treatment of qualified medical professionals who can properly assess which peel is right for you.  As a general rule, fair-skinned and light-haired patients are ideal candidates for chemical peels.  Some individuals with darker skin types may have good results with some of the chemical peels, but there is greater risk for uneven skin tone following a chemical peel.  With all of the types of peels, exposure to the sun following the treatment is not recommended and can worsen any peeling, redness and discomfort from the procedure.

The medical professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics have provided chemical peel treatments to service the skin care needs of hundreds of individuals throughout the Beverly Hills and greater Los Angeles areas.  If you would like to schedule your free consultation to determine which skin care treatment may be right for you, contact RoxSpa Aesthetics today.

This post has been brought to you by the good folks at RoxSpa Aesthetics.  RoxSpa Aesthetics is a high-end medispa located in Beverly Hills and offers a variety of aesthetic services including facials, chemical peels, Botox, fillers and much more.  At RoxSpa Aesthetics, you can receive the combination of medical expertise with advanced laser technology to offer you personalized, professional skin care services with optimal results. We would love to connect with you on Facebook and Twitter.

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The professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics, one of the leading non-surgical medi spas in the Beverly Hills and greater Los Angeles area, are here to give you some common myths and their truths to hopefully help shed some light on some beauty tips you may be a bit confused about.

Myth #1: Wrinkles are caused by dry skin.
This is FALSE.  Wrinkles are not caused by dry skin.  Wrinkles are caused by a variety of factors, the most common being sun damage, smoking, and smiling or frowning.

Myth #2: Tanning clears up acne and other skin disorders.
This is FALSE.  Sun exposure may reduce the appearance of acne and reduce blemishes caused by acne temporarily because it dries out your skin, but it doesn’t do anything to treat your skin.  In fact, the damage the sun exposure will have on your skin’s healthy skin cells and to your skin later on (see Myth #1) is not worth the temporary “relief” you may feel from tanning.

Myth #3: Junk food and chocolate cause acne.
This is FALSE.  There is no scientific proof that any foods out there cause acne.  Acne is caused by dirt and bacteria.  You’re more likely to get acne from not washing your hands after or while you’re eating junk food or chocolate than from actually consuming these products.

Myth #4: Split ends can be repaired with hair products.
This is FALSE.  We are sorry to be the bearer of bad news, but those hair care commercials you’ve seen on TV that show split ends magically gelling together to create beautiful locks are simply not going to happen.  Once a hair is split, there is no hair product that can repair that hair back to its original state. The only way to get rid of split ends is by getting them cut.

Myth #5: Shaving makes hair grow back thicker.
This is FALSE.  Shaving has no impact on the thickness of the hair.  The reason why hair seems thicker when you shave is because when you cut hair at the surface of your skin, the new re-growth comes from a much thicker base than the ends of your hair.  If you pulled a hair from your head and compared the end to the root, you’ll most likely immediately observe an obvious difference in thickness.

Myth #6: Plucking one grey hair makes more grey hair grow in.
This is FALSE.  A grey hair means that the pigment that gives your hair your color (known as melanin) is no longer being produced by a given hair follicle.  Hair follicles are independent of one another, so pulling one hair out does not mean that the melanin in other hair follicles will no longer be produced.

Myth #7: Spritzing your skin with water helps keep it hydrated.
This is FALSE.  Exposure to water actually dries out your skin, stripping it of its natural moisture.  This is why it’s advised to replenish the moisture in your skin after showering, swimming and other exposure to water.

Myth #8: Crossing your legs will cause spider veins.
This is FALSE.  The positioning of your legs has no bearing on whether or not you will have spider veins.  Spider veins are often hereditary or the result of pregnancy.  They are also common among women on hormone replacement therapy.  Spider veins can be easily treated with a variety of laser treatments available. [Click here for more information about vein removal laser therapy]

Myth #9: Organic products are better than non-organic products.
This is NEITHER TRUE NOR FALSE.  Organic products are not necessarily better than non-organic products.  It’s really a personal preference.  There are a lot of organic products that can never achieve the kind of results that non-organic products can provide.  For example, there are no organic replacements for retinol and some of the acidic ingredients used to treat acne.

Myth #10: Laser hair removal is 100% permanent.
This is a tricky one.  The is actually TRUE, as laser hair removal is the only hair removal technique proven to have permanent results, but the one issue with laser hair removal is that hair goes through a series of stages, so depending on what stage your hair may be in when receiving treatment, you may see re-growth of untreated hair and require additional treatments.  This is one reason why multiple treatments are typically required to fully see the effects of laser hair removal.

This post has been brought to you by the good folks at RoxSpa Aesthetics.  RoxSpa Aesthetics is a high-end medispa located in Beverly Hills and offers a variety of aesthetic services including facials, chemical peels, Botox, fillers and much more.  At RoxSpa Aesthetics, you can receive the combination of medical expertise with advanced laser technology to offer you personalized, professional skin care services with optimal results. We would love to connect with you on Facebook and Twitter.

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Whatever the reason may be for the condition of your body’s skin, there are thousands of options available to treat your skin.  Some are as simple as lotions or creams and others are much more dramatic and invasive, such as surgery.

The skin care professionals at RoxSpa Aesthetics are proud to be licensed providers of a recent breakthrough technology known as Accent Your Body by Alma Lasers.

Accent Your Body is a laser treatment that utilizes a dual-layer radio frequency thermotherapy to provide steady improvements with long-term skin tightening results to help treat loose, wrinkled skin.  The treatment can be used on the thinner, loose skin found on the face, neck and under the upper arms.  It’s also used on abdomen and thighs as well.  Accent Your Body is known to help stimulate the production of new collagen and improve the skin surface texture, providing for much firmer, tone skin and accentuating the contours of the body.

Patients can expect a very comfortable experience while being administered the Accent Your Body treatment, described by many as comparable to receiving a warm massage.  During the treatment, the Accent system will be used to heat the tissue just above your skin’s inner layer, known as your dermis.  Treatments can take up to 45 minutes to an hour depending on the size of the area being treated.  No anesthesia is needed and patients can resume all routine activities following a treatment.  There may be some slight redness of the treated area which typically fades after 24 hours.

Patients can start to see visible results and tightening of the skin right away.  Typically, no more than 3-5 treatments over the course of 6-10 weeks are all that are required to see permanent results of the treatment, leaving patients with more beautiful, younger-looking skin.

If you would like younger, more radiant skin or would like to get rid of those fine lines and wrinkles, look no further.  Contact RoxSpa Aesthetics today to schedule a consultation to determine if Accent Your Body is right for you.

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