Skincare
I’m generally a fan of cutting costs in your skincare routine when possible. This typically means splurging on certain “must-have” items, like high-quality serums and sunscreens, and heading to the drugstore for more budget-friendly cleansers and moisturizers. (If currently trying to economize, you can check out our previous blog on this: Skincare Products That Are…
Skincare
BOOK NOW! We recently introduced two brand new facials to our menu of services: the DTLA Deep Hydration Facial and the L.A. Contour Facial (both personally curated by our highly experienced Head Aesthetician, Holly Byerly). While the purpose of a deep hydration treatment is pretty self-explanatory, a number of clients have asked about the L.A….
Skincare
Skincare
Of all the facials we offer at MedBeautyLA, The SaltFacial generates the most curiosity among new clients. Many have never heard of the medical-grade treatment, and those who get it often become devotees. So, what exactly is this mysterious SaltFacial? The Basics The SaltFacial is a three-step process that takes about 50 minutes. The first…
Skincare
New “game-changing” skincare products are a dime a dozen, and sorting through all the hype and marketing can get both daunting and exhausting. That’s why I didn’t get too excited when my LA-based esthetician, Holly Byerly, recommended REYN Base Serum. Holly — who has 20 years of skin care experience — co-founded REYN and spent…
Skincare
We’ve recently received a number of questions about bruising from Botox treatment. Specifically, “How likely am I to bruise after receiving Botox?” and “How to prevent bruising after Botox?” Bruising at and near the injection sites after Botox, filler treatments, and cosmetic procedures is extremely common and no cause for alarm. The risk of bruising also…
Injectables
Kybella is an FDA-approved, non-surgical treatment for “submental fullness” — aka, the double chin. It can also be used off-label (with an experienced provider) to treat stubborn fat pockets like bra rolls and thigh pouches. The treatment has been around for several years now, and it has grown in both awareness and popularity. While…
Skincare
CoolSculpting often generates a ton of interest among our clients — specifically because it’s a non-surgical way to reduce fat in traditional “problem areas.” (CoolSculpting can eliminate up to 20-40% of fat cells in a specific area.) However, the treatment itself can sound, well, kind of intimidating. Most people have a lot of questions involving…
Skincare
Quality skin care products can yield fantastic results when used consistently and as directed … but (let’s be real) they can also be tough on the wallet. It’s no secret that a number of products in high-end lines can run anywhere from $100 to $300 a bottle, meaning that buying multiple products in these lines…
Skincare
2020 has seen a surge in the at-home self-care industry. We’ve seen more home manicures, an increase in bottled hair dye sales, and — yes — the rise of the home facial kit. And while at-home facials are an incredibly helpful tool for keeping our skin looking and feeling its best while spas remain closed,…