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The Best Non-Invasive Treatments for 2021

Most people’s goal is to have stunning, natural-looking results when it comes to cosmetic treatments. Although many people think of plastic surgery as the best way to achieve transformative results, there are more non-surgical treatments available than ever.

If you’re considering achieving your aesthetic goals and an extra boost to your confidence, it can be helpful to know what to look for.

Here are some of your best options for non-invasive treatments in 2023 and how you can benefit.

For Your Eyes: Botox & Laser Treatments

  1. Botox: For  Dynamic Wrinkles: is a tried and true treatment option in the cosmetic world. This injectable treatment uses naturally-occurring bacterial botulinum to block nerve signals from reaching the muscles. By freezing the muscle, the skin cannot wrinkle. This can be used to prevent future wrinkles from starting if you begin Botox treatments when your around 30. Botox generally lasts 3-4 months at which point another treatment is needed.
  2. For Eye Bags: Non-Surgical Blepharoplasty –  Removing the fat pad under your eyes and tightening crinkly under eye skin is possible. AgnesRF is a focused radiofrequency device that permanently eliminates fat cells. Generally 2 sessions spaced 8 -10 weeks apart is recommended.  This procedure does not have any incisions or sutures.
  3. Eye – Complete Revitalization: Dark Circles and Wrinkle  –  Crepey under eye skin and dark circles can be improved with a combination approach of RF Microneedling and Advanced Exosome Serums. RF Microneedling builds collagen and tightens the skin. Advanced Serums placed into the channels created with RF Microneedling lighten dark circles and restore cellular structure for a smoother under eye area.

Sculpt and Shape Body Contouring

  1. Body contouring has traditionally been the realm of plastic surgery, but some non-surgical treatments are making it more accessible than ever.
    • Options like Ultrashape can permanently destroy fat cells in a “problem zone” area of your body.  Although Coolscupting has a lot of media hype, Ultrashape will give you a larger area to treat in one session- plus there is no discomfort during the treatment.  You can do one session, but like Coolsculpting, multiple sessions is recommended.
  2. Injectable Fat Dissolving: If you need to target small areas of fat or pockets of fat, Kybella is a solution that can be injected into the skin. Fat cells are permanently destroyed and eliminated through your lymphatic system. Generally multiple sessions area necessary to achieve your desired goal.

Collagen Laser Treatments

We all know collagen loss causes skin laxity. Unfortunately, at the early age of 20 yrs young, we lose 1-2% a year. Ugh! What to do?

Laser Collagen stimulating treatments rebuild collagen and elastin in your skin. 

Whatever your goals for your skin are, there’s a laser treatment for you. Exilis Ultra, RF Microneedling, Fractional CO2, Chemical Peels, Microneedling with Exosomes or Stem Cells -all can help.

The best part is, most of these have very little downtime involved and you can achieve transformative results with the right package of treatments.

Become part of a Beauty Membership Program. Pay a monthly fee which qualifies you for a custom designed skin renewal system plan with treatments that can be monthly or every other month. Great way to stay on course for young looking skin!

Cellulite Reduction

Cellulite forms when the fatty tissue under the skin pushes up against the connective tissues that hold the skin in place. There are no known ways to do away with cellulite completely; however, Exilis Ultra can achieve great results.

It works by stimulating new collagen production through gentle heat in the skin. Exilis Ultra uses ultrasound and radiofrequency waves to soften the connective tissues that pull down and cause these telltale dimples to appear.  A series of 4-6 sessions results in a smoother, tighter skin appearance.

Skin Tightening with RF Microneedling

Collagen growth slows down as we age, but RF Microneedling is an effective way to jump  start the process again.

Starting collagen induction therapy as early as in your 30’s is ideal. Preventing your skin from sagging is much better than trying to correct skin that has already lost its firmness. Being pro-active vs reactive is the beast approach. But, if you’re past that age group, fret not – we can still reverse skin aging.

It works by generating tiny wounds in the deeper layers of the skin using a cluster of thin micro-needles.  This stimulates the body’s wound-healing response resulting in collagen regeneration and a boost in the skin’s volume and quality. It works best as a package of 3 treatments. Bonus – minimal downtime!

Facials:  Plasma or /Exosome Facial  (PRP)

PRP facial can be used for a variety of skin concerns and comes with very few risks of reaction. That’s because it uses a serum generated from your own blood sample!

When separated into a plasma rich in growth factors, your blood can be used to jumpstart the body’s regenerative functions and cell growth. It can be paired with microneedling for even more effective skin rejuvenation.

A new Exosome Facial is is with a Regenerative Complex Serum. This complex has a concentrated power of 2 billion-plus stem cell-derived lyophilized exosomes PLUS other potent products such as hyaluronic acid and peptides. This combination delivers extraordinary skin rejuvenation and restoring regenerative effects.

Plasma and Exosome facials are the best of the best for a hydrating, texture and pore refinement treatment that will keep your complexion healthy-looking and youthful.

Schedule a Consultation

The best way to learn more about non-surgical cosmetic treatments is by meeting with our team at Cosmetic Laser Solutions. To get started, we invite you to contact us by calling or booking online.

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The Best Cosmetic Procedures for Fall and Winter

The fall and winter months are actually the best time to have cosmetic procedures done. That’s because, with this timeline, you’ll be ready for the spring and summer seasons. If you’re looking to feel confident this spring, then here are some of the best cosmetic treatments to add to your schedule in the upcoming months.

Anti-Aging Treatments

If you have fine lines and wrinkles, you don’t need to opt for surgery just yet. Some of the best non-surgical anti-aging treatments include:

Botox

Botox can help relax fine lines and wrinkles, as well as prevent them from deepening. Botox works by blocking the chemicals that cause muscle contractions. It can last for three to six months and requires virtually no downtime.

Dermal fillers

Fillers are a great option for restoring some volume to areas where aging has begun, like the midface or undereyes. These can last even longer than Botox and can also be used to augment the lips or chin. There are many different types available, so your injector can recommend the right one for you.

BBL Photofacial

The photofacial uses intense pulsed light to rejuvenate the skin. This procedure can help fix uneven skin tone, reduce blood vessels, improve rosacea, and remove age spots. The result is a glowing, youthful look to your skin.

Treatments to Refresh and Exfoliate The Skin

As you age, your cells don’t regenerate as quickly. Old cells will stick to the surface of your skin, making your skin look dull. Exfoliation is one of the best ways to uncover healthy new skin cells, and some of the best treatments include:

Chemical peels

Chemical peels can exfoliate the skin with active ingredients like alpha hydroxy acids. Chemical peels can be mild or strong, depending on your needs. They can also be performed with different chemical solutions based on your skin concerns. Chemical peels can help with acne, wrinkles, fine lines, age spots, uneven texture, and sun damage. They can be performed with a regular package of treatments or as a single deep treatment to aggressively treat concerns.

Microneedling

Microneedling uses a specialized device with lots of tiny needles designed to create micro-channels in the skin. This process jumpstart your skin’s wound healing response and collagen production. This means it can help reverse skin issues like stretch marks, acne scars, injuries, sun damage, texture issues, dull skin, and wrinkles. It’s best performed as a package of treatments to maintain healthy collagen production in your skin based on your skincare goals.

Schedule a Consultation

Now is the best time to begin achieving your skincare goals. To learn more and begin creating the right treatment package for you, we invite you to contact Cosmetic Laser Solutions by calling or filling out our online form.

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5 Reasons Why Your Hair is Thinning

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Why is your hair thinning? At one time or another, everyone loses hair. On average, people lose about 50 to 100 hairs every day. However, if you’re losing more than your fair share, it’s normal to be concerned.

While some causes of hair loss are linked to an underlying medical condition, there are other causes of hair thinning than alopecia. Here are five common ones to keep in mind as you look at your options for restoration.

The Aging Process

We’ll tackle the elephant in the room and say that losing hair is a natural part of aging. As we get older, our hair follicles change. The loss and regrowth cycle slows down. In some cases, your hair may stop growing altogether.

However, everyone is different when it comes to hair loss. Some people continue to grow hair into their 70s or 80s, while others can lose their hair as early as their twenties.

However, that doesn’t mean all hope is lost. Hair regrowth treatments can help prevent your hair from thinning as well as increase existing hair thickness.

It’s best to address hair loss at the first signs of hair thinning. Collagen in your scalp is still at it peak. That means the earlier you catch it, the more likely these treatments will work.

Genetics

Going back to how everyone is different, this also includes genetics and hormones. Unfortunately, not everyone is blessed with genes that give them lush, soft hair for their entire lifespan.

Genetics also play a role in health issues such as hormonal imbalances. In fact, imbalanced hormones are a common reason why hair falls out.

If you suspect this is the case, it’s important to see an endocrinologist for a proper diagnosis. From there, they can come up with a plan to restore proper hormonal balance and possibly stop further hair loss.

Nutrient Deficiencies

As the saying goes, “You are what you eat,” and when it comes to hair health, it’s even more true. Lack of proper nutrition, like adequate levels of iron, vitamin A, protein, zinc, and vitamin D, is a primary cause of hair thinning.

Taking vitamins can help, but they don’t replace a healthy diet. Try incorporating fruits and vegetables into your diet to boost hair health.

Stress

Ah, stress. The cause of almost limitless issues. Among many things, stress can cause hair follicles to stop working properly and make the existing hair on your head fall out. While reducing stress levels is easier said than done, it’s not impossible.

There are many ways to eliminate stress such as yoga, getting a massage, practicing deep breathing, and meditation. If this feels like too much to handle on your own, consider seeing a mental health professional.

Hair Care

This is primarily a cause of hair loss for women, but men should take heed of this one too. Using certain hair products, like hair dye, relaxers, or bleach, can negatively impact your hair.

That’s because harsh chemicals can weaken your hair follicles. In addition, certain hairstyles and excessive use of hot styling tools can also dry out your hair and cause it to break off.

Schedule a Consultation for Pepfactor Hair Rejuvenation

There are many different factors that can affect your hair’s health and longevity.

To meet with our hair loss experts at Cosmetic Laser Solutions and learn more about your options, we invite you to contact our offices by phone or text: 857-288-8257 or email: appt@cosmeticlasersolutions.net or filling out our online form.

Learn more about Pepfactor Hair Rejuvenation Treatments

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Injectables Face

The Different Types of Dermal Fillers

As we get older, our skin gradually loses its elasticity. The volume in our lips and cheeks depreciates, and wrinkles and fine lines become more prevalent. Fortunately, skin rejuvenation without downtime or surgery is now a reality thanks to dermal fillers.

Doctors administer these gel-like substances underneath the skin through injection to help augment facial contours, smooth lines and creases and increase facial volume. While there are plenty of FDA-approved dermal fillers, they are categorized based on their main ingredient. Here are the different types of dermal fillers available.

Hyaluronic Acid

Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring chemical in our bodies that helps our cells retain moisture hence making the skin appear healthy, plump and hydrated. This substance is highly concentrated in the fluid surrounding our eyes, skin tissue, joint fluids and soft connective tissues. Hyaluronic acid injections are great for improving:

  • Cheek depressions
  • Some scars including acne and wound scars
  • Deep smile lines
  • Frown lines
  • Crow’s feet

The results from this filler are temporary, lasting between six and 12 months. Hyaluronic acid injections often contain lidocaine, a numbing agent that minimizes discomfort during treatment.

Calcium Hydroxylapatite

Naturally occurring in our bones, dermatologists use this mineral-like substance to:

  • Enhance the fullness of facial contours, e.g., the cheeks
  • Smooth moderate-to-severe creases, e.g., frown lines and nasolabial folds
  • Alleviate facial wasting

The production of calcium hydroxylapatite fillers is biosynthetic, meaning that no animal products are involved. This helps lower the risk of allergic reactions without the need for skin testing. That said, this dermal filler has close to no side effects and produces natural results by stimulating natural collagen production.

Poly-L-Lactic Acid (PLLA)

This synthetic substance is biodegradable, biocompatible, and is categorized as a collagen stimulator since it helps build volume and smooth lines by stimulating the skin’s natural collagen production upon injection.

PLLA dissolves several days after injection and gradually stimulates the body’s collagen production over several months, making it capable of producing very natural looking results. Popular for working exceptionally well in the bottom half of the face, PLLA can help:

  • Plump thin lips
  • Smooth deep nasolabial folds
  • Fill deep smile lines

Polymethylmethacrylate Microspheres (PMMA)

PMMA, a synthetic, biocompatible dermal filler that often comes in the form of a small ball, is widely considered semi-permanent and is synonymous with treating medium or deep wrinkles and folds. However, dermatologists can also use it to plump thin lips and fill deep scars.

This filler is often preferred over hyaluronic or collagen replacement therapy as a permanent alternative for facial wrinkles. Due to this state of permanency, surgeons are likely to administer it as an under-fill during the first treatment and add more later if necessary.

Polyalkylimide

This biocompatible, semi-permanent dermal filler is radio transparent, meaning that it doesn’t interfere with x-rays. Surgeons commonly use it treat:

  • Facial wasting, e.g., due to HIV medications
  • Thin lips
  • Depressed scars and deep wrinkles
  • Lost facial volume, e.g., on the jawline and cheekbones due to aging

The beauty of polyalkylimide procedures is that they are reversible and stable in the long run.

Choose the Right Provider

Despite being cosmetic, filler therapies are still medical procedures that need specific skill, training and knowledge to ensure natural-looking results and safety. At Cosmetic Laser Solutions MedSpa, our physicians have extensive knowledge and experience in performing all filler injections. This assures you higher chances of achieving your desired results and less risk of side effects. Give us a call or fill out our online form!

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Preparing for Laser Skin Resurfacing

Boston MA: Laser skin resurfacing is the correction of various skin imperfections using a laser. It’s used to get rid of acne, scars, wrinkles, age spots, and more. Anyone who wants the results to last longer than a few weeks should follow these steps to prepare for laser skin resurfacing.

Avoid Applying Creams/Lotions

Refrain from applying any facial creams and body lotions on your skin. The skin must be thoroughly clean and dry for you to get the best results from the procedure. It’s more difficult to treat skin that has been slathered with layers of chemical-filled gels, creams, or moisturizers.

Prepare Your Medical History

The doctor will ask you a series of questions to see if you’re qualified for laser skin resurfacing. People who take certain acne medication or are pregnant and breastfeeding are a few people who are disqualified from the procedure. Be honest when the doctor asks questions about your preexisting conditions, current use of medications, past procedures, etc.

Prepare Your Skin for Examination

Make sure that your skin is thoroughly clean and dry. The doctor will perform a physical examination of the skin. This is necessary to ensure that it’s in good condition and prepped for laser treatment.

Stop Taking Certain Medications

Shortly before the procedure, stop taking certain medications that could interfere with your treatment. These include all skin medications, including those that cause photosensitivity or interfere with wound healing.

Take Time Off Work

Take a day or longer off of work. The procedure takes an average of 30 minutes to two hours to complete. Some people can undergo the entire procedure during a two-hour lunch period, but this is not recommended. If you’ll be sedated during the treatment, you’ll need time to rest afterward.

Know All of the Risks

Redness, swelling, and infections in the skin are common side effects. There are the additional risks of scarring and pigmentation as well. Know all of the risks that you could face, especially if you have a preexisting medical condition. There are also risks of sedation, such as nausea and vomiting.

Avoid the Sun

After getting treated, stay out of the sun for several weeks as the skin heals. New skin cell regeneration will be complete after a month, so wait that long until you step back into the sun,

Stop Smoking

Stop smoking shortly before the procedure for at least two or more weeks. This step will increase your body’s chances of healing.

Schedule an Appointment 

Laser resurfacing is the process of restoring health to skin that is unsightly and damaged. The end goal is to produce more collagen and create a new layer of smoother, younger-looking skin. Contact Dr. Marasco and Dr. Doppelt and their team of skincare specialists at one of our three MedSpa locations. We are prepared to answer any more questions you have and schedule your appointment.

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Causes and Treatments for Dark Spots on Your Skin

There are several causes for dark spots on your skin, and while normally benign and not cause for concern, it is possible to have them removed cosmetically if you wish. Depending on the location, size, and color of your dark spot, there are a variety of treatment options available.

Cosmetic Laser Solutions MedSpa is experienced and equipped to handle treatments with laser technology, as well as other treatments, that will help remove or reduce the appearance of dark spots on your skin. Following a consultation with a member of our team, which can include our director, Norma Cataldo, Dr. Patrick Maraso, and Dr. Cela Doppelt, you will have access to several spa services under one roof.

Cause of Dark Spots on the Skin

Dark spots appear on the skin from a wide variety of factors, ranging from environmental to injury. How the spot(s) occur on your skin changes the best form of treatment.

Sun exposure is the number one cause of dark spots on the skin. Because of the UV rays, sunlight can cause mutations in the melanin in our skin. This does not always mean cancer – in fact, most of the dark spots from sun are benign and not cancerous. These dark spots are generally easy to remove, though they may return with continued, unprotected exposure to sunlight.

Health and hormonal changes in the body can also create blemishes on the skin, including everything from pregnancy to liver disease. These can be harder to uncover the cause for, so talking to a woman’s health specialist like Dr. Doppelt is important to learn more about treatment for both the spots your concerned over and for your own health.

The least concerning, but just as reasonable to want removed, are those caused by injury. These are the ones with no underlying factors and are simply on the surface of your skin, which makes them easiest to remove as well.

Diagnosis of Your Dark Spots

Dermatologists that specialize in skin care and conditions are best able to diagnose any dark spots or coloring that appear on your skin. With a thorough examination and some medical history, a dermatologist can pinpoint the exact cause of your dark spots, which can help identify the best type of treatment for you. Sometimes, the cause is related to habits or underlying health issues that when treated or stopped can eliminate more dark spots from appearing.

Types of Treatments

There are several types of treatments that a dermatologist can recommend and a reputable spa, like the Cosmetic Laser Solutions MedSpa can offer. Skin lightening cream that is prescribed is one of the most common, budget friendly, and less invasive options. A chemical peel might sound scary, but it is a safe procedure that involves exfoliation of the skin with a special chemical solution that will encourage new skin to grow and reduce the overall appearance of dark spots.

Laser treatments provide some of the best and longest lasting results for those interested in reducing dark spots. There are several different types of laser treatments, but they all work by breaking down the melanin concentration that is under the skin.

Prevention of Dark Spots

Once a doctor has identified what is causing your dark spots, there are steps you can take to prevent further ones from appearing on your skin. Health issues, daily habits, and the environment all play a part in creating blemishes on our skin, but there is plenty you can do on a daily basis to prevent them from appearing.

The sun plays a huge role in causing certain types of dark spots on our skin, so do all that you can to protect yourself from it. This includes using a skincare product with SPF 30, avoiding direct sunlight when it’s strongest, wearing a hat and sunglasses, and treating skin conditions that lead to or cause inflammation.

Schedule a Consultation

No matter what the source of your dark spots, the staff at Cosmetic Laser Solutions Medspa are well-equipped and highly skilled to help you achieve the clear skin you wish for. To learn more about how to get started, give us a call today or fill out our online form.

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