One of the first things I learned working in the spa and medical spa business is how little people actually know about anti-aging and their options to maintain a more youthful appearance without major surgery. Here is some Botox. Facts & Fiction

1. Botox Prevents Wrinkles.
2. Botox Makes Me Look and Feel Frozen.
3. Botox Hurts.
4. Botox is Very Expensive
5. I am too Young to Start Botox.

Botox (or Dysport…we use the names interchangeably) block abnormal movements of the face which are responsible for causing wrinkles.  By using botox, you are not only decreasing the wrinkles you currently have but also preventing future wrinkle formation!

This is where going to the right place really matters.  We customize every treatment for you and are experts at giving you the best results possible.  Using botox stops abnormal movements but allows normal facial expression.  Botoxdoes not affect sensory nerves, so it cannot affect how you face feels!

Our gentle technique and very small needle make injections a breeze.  Like acupuncture, the fine injections are not an issue for most clients!

We price botox very competitively and you only pay for what you use.  At $14 per unit, most clients spend between $250-$550 per session, which works out to dollars a day!  We also participate in many rebate and loyalty programs designed to help you save.

There is no magic number when you are the “right age for botox.” We recommend you start when your wrinkles start to bother you.  Botox is safe and effective.  There is no issue with long term use of botox. Also, if you decide you want to take a break from botox, you can at anytime!

If you have more questions, just reach out to me or my professional team of experts.  We are always happy to answer all your questions.

* All Specials must be mentioned at time of booking and check out.  Cannot be combined with any other promotion or discount.

Everyone who know me, knows that I love laser hair removal.  As a physician, busy mother of five, and small business owner, things that save me time in my daily routine are the “must haves.”

For this reason, I have decided to share with you, my personal experiences and expertise in laser hair removal.

Have you heard, “Hair. What’s the big deal?  Just shave”  Well, this is clearly being said by the person with little body and facial hair!

1. Improved Self Confidence. Facial and body hair can impact your self confidence. Unfortunately, we are constantly being judged on our appearance.  Don’t minimize the impact self confidence can have on your life starting in teen years!

2. Time Savings. Did you know that the average woman spends 72 days or 1728 hours of her life shaving her legs!  Imagine what you could do with those hours.  Not to mention all the other areas of the body we all shave.  Those of you who know me personally know that I, definitely, have better ways to spend my time! And I am sure you do too!

3. Money Savings. Besides, when you commit to a laser club, you actually save not only time, but also money as well.  Even using the cheapest razors, most women spend about $5,700 shaving by the time they are 50 years old! And if you were like me, with more sensitive skin, and only able to use good razors (like venus) that number goes up to about $7,000. Our women’s laser hair club is only $400 per month for 12 months! (Yes, there is a club for men too!) For most women, this will allow you to throw out your razor!

After laser hair removal not only is the hair above the skin gone, but also the follicle below the skin.  This eliminates any dark shadowing, stubble, or rough skin.  Your entire body will feel as soft as the skin on the inside of your arm!

I always felt that even after shaving you could still see the dark hairs especially at the underarms and bikini, but legs too!

Also, on the face, the follicles left behind after shaving or plucked out would serve as a starting point for breakouts. I definitely notice fewer breakouts after laser hair removal.

At Essent Spa, we only offer true LASER hair removal with the newest equipment.

Using the lastest technology, our laser hair removal provides an intense, pulsating beam of light to destroy your unwanted hair. During laser hair removal, the laser safely passes through your skin to your hair follicle. The intense heat of the laser damages the hair follicle, which inhibits future hair growth.  The treatment is SAFE, FAST, and EFFECTIVE!

Remember, IPL technology does not work as well and is not used by us for hair removal.

* All Specials must be mentioned at time of booking and check out.  Cannot be combined with any other promotion or discount.

While we all enjoyed sunny summer days, the effects on our skin is less than ideal.  Summer sun exposure, whether excess or ambient, leads to sun damage and premature aging.  

End of summer is the PERFECT time to start a series of Essent Rejuvenator treatments using IPL technology to begin to reverse some of those signs of ultraviolet damage and aging!  IPL can be performed on both the face and body, improving sun spots, age spots, redness, and broken capillaries.

Results are amazing and can be seen within 2 weeks of the procedure.  We always apply a topical anesthetic so you are comfortable throughout the 50 minute procedure.  The energy produced by IPL works directly on the top layers of the skin without penetrating deep enough to harm deeper structures making this a very safe procedure.

Intense pulses of light penetrates the skin and is absorbed by red pigments (such as broken blood vessels or red/pink scars) or brown pigments (such as melasma, age spots, sun spots or freckles).  IPL only affects the unwanted pigments and protects the surrounding healthy tissue. The body’s natural processes then remove the injured tissue, giving the skin a more even tone and youthful appearance.

* All Specials must be mentioned at time of booking and check out.  Cannot be combined with any other promotion or discount.

What are the Top Five Reasons Why Clients Choose SculpSure at Essent Spa?

Because we are in a beautiful, private spa, nobody but you will know that are coming in for a body contouring treatment at Essent Spa. No need to put your shades on and duck your head while walking into a doctor’s office!  Also, you will enjoy a relaxing massage or facial during your treatment to help you stay relaxed throughout the procedure.  Just let us know what you prefer!

Our medical director and founder, Dr. Alison, is a physician who not only has preformed hundreds of SculpSure treatments but also has undergone the treatment herself.  Our clinical staff have all had personal experience with SculpSure on themselves so you can feel comfortable asking questions about the procedure.  We have years of clinical experience working with patients who struggle with body image or require weight loss guidance. We have a personalized, meticulous, approach to get you your best results.

We offer the most competitive and transparent pricing. You can see all our prices via our online booking site.  There will be no surprises!  Your SculpSure treatment can cost as little at $325 per applicator!

No need to make multiple trips to the spa.  There is no preparation before or downtime after SculpSure.  You can have your consultation and treatment on the same day, and be back to normal life in as little as 50 minutes! (Actual treatment time is only 25 minutes!)

We have had amazing results with SculpSure!  We stand by our results! SculpSure can target up to 24% of the fat, however sometimes our patients want even more of a result. In these cases, if you purchased a package deal for treating multiple areas, we will honor your per applicator discounted rate for all future re-treatments. Alternatively, if you had SculpSure with us and want to just get rid of all the fat remaining at once, we offer $500 off our SmartLipo procedure which remains the gold standard for fat removal at Main Line Plastic Surgery.

Ever since Kim Kardashian West posted pictures of her face following her Vampire Facial treatment on social media, interest was stimulated in a matter of minutes. The Hollywood styled images showed her bloody face and red skin, which made millions of women wanting by the procedure.  This type of “vampire” or blood facial is actually using Platelet Rich Plasma, also known as PRP or liquid gold, in combination with a microneedling procedure.  Now Essent Spa is excited to offer this technology for all our clients in Philadelphia and the surrounding Main Line.

Blood Facials harnesses your body’s natural healing power.  PRP contains several growth factors and cytokines that repair and regenerate tissue by stimulating your own bodies healing abilities.  The treatment leaves skin smoother and more even in color. 

While your face will look red, swollen and bloody immediately after the treatment (it can last a few hours to up to three days after), once healing starts the results are amazing!  You’ll see glowing skin immediately but it can take up to 6 month or so for the full results, which are permanent.  This treatment ability to enhance cellular rejuvenation are unparalleled because it both shortens healing time and stimulates collagen.

Anyone with signs of aging can benefit from this safe and natural treatment.  I do feel that the PRP Facials are best for individuals concerned about skin tone, texture, and elasticity only.  Whereas, I recommend the PRP Facelift for those looking to improve the skin and add volume to the face.  Individuals with conditions that limit their natural healing processes may not do as well these this type of facial rejuvenation.  We have also found amazing results in the treatment of acne, so if you are over 18 years old, this many be the right treatment for you!

Well, if you are a local resident of Wayne, PA or visiting friends in Villanova or Gladwyne, you are in luck!  We are conveniently located in the Radnor Hotel just minutes from Philadelphia’s Blue Route.  You can book online or call us at (484) 580-9063.  We have appointments 7 days a week including nights and weekends!  What are you waiting for?

# 1: Drink Plenty of Water

Water is the biggest component of the human body. When you hydrate your body, your skin looks more radiant, plump, supple and youthful.  Make drinking water apart of your day.  Buy refillable water bottles and bring them with you everywhere.  If you don’t like water, try to add some vitamins and nutrients with our dropper based teas and sports drinks by Pure Inventions that make water taste like a refreshing beverage without calories and artificial sweeteners.

#2 Apply skincare on damp skin

When your skin is damp, it can absorb more moisture.  Don’t forget to treat your entire body.  Areas, I often fine people forget to treat are the neck, hands, and feet.  Check out our HydroSplash Age Erase for an extra boost of moisture and antioxidents to keep winter skin smooth, soft and hydrated.

#3 Exfoliate, Exfoliate..Did I say Exfoliate?

As we age, skin turnover time increases.  Our professional staff loves to use a combination of in spa exfoliation techniques with a biweekly home exfoliation protocol.  Yes, you can exfoliate at home!  We love our Deep Sea Cleanser that uses sea algae to gently exfoliate the your skin at home.

#4 Use Sun Protection Year Round!

Though the sun packs a smaller punch in the winter, you still get plenty of UV exposure.  Also, people forget over holiday vacations or when skiing.  Sun is responsible for many of the most common signs of aging.  And don’t forget the risk of skin cancers.  So if you love that summer glow, consider using a bronzer and skip the sun!  We love Defensor UV by Spa Script MD for sun protection that actually blocks the UV rays from forming free radicals!

By following these top five tips, you are guaranteed have younger, more radiant skin for spring and summer. If you would like a more customized plan on how to get your skin looking its best, Dr Alison and her professional staff are here to help. For more information about our services visit essentspa.com or to schedule an appointment contact us at 484-580-9063 or click here to book online

#5 Use Advanced Medical Technology

We love starting facial laser in the winter.  Your sun damage that has accumulated during the summer (such as dark spots, sun-spots, un-even skin tone and fine lines), can be safety treated without worrying about staying out of the sun!  Best of all, your skin will look refreshed and even for the spring!  Whether its our Essent Rejuvenator or Essent Age Eraser, we can help you figure out which technology is best for you!

Even though winter is just starting, it’s never too early to start preparing your body for summer.  If you’re tired wasting your time with shaving, waxing, tweezing unwanted hair, we’ve got great news! Winter is the ideal time to get beach weather ready with laser hair removal.  Here are just of the few many reasons why winter is an ideal time for all laser experiences!

1. Laser hair removal is best done on untanned skin.  Because the laser targets the pigment in the hair follicle, the greater the contrast between your skin tone and hair tone, the better the results.  In short, the less the sun exposure, the better and safer the results!
2. Laser Hair Removal takes several sessions to be complete.  Usually we recommend between 3 and 6 sessions to achieve adequate hair reduction.  This process can take months, so if you want to be ready for summer, best to start early!
3. Once you treat one area, you will want to add more!  We have found that over 80% of our clients decide to add a second treatment area.  So start early and, you can be throwing out that razor for good!

• We have the newest and best lasers. Unlike other places, our laser hair removal laser is specialized solely for laser hair removal.  It is safe for all skin tones.  It is gentle.  Results are permanent.
• No need for messy gels or anesthesia. Our laser has a coordinated cooling spray that keeps you comfortable throughout the process!
• For a limited time, Buy a package of 6 treatments, get 2 treatments free (touch up treatments of same area)

Ever wonder what are the tips & tricks to look like a celebrity?  Everyone knows that celebrities maybe born with amazing looks but they definitely work to keep looking fit, young and health.  Here are some tips and tricks that we thought might help you!  Remember the goals can be divided into fitness/body goals and skincare/facial appearance

Set A Reasonable Goal. While celebrities are often use a film role or red carpet event as a deadline, you don’t have to be a movie star to have a goal or target. Setting a goal, such as fitting into a specific outfit or getting in shape for an event can motivate you.

Buy a Heart (Monitor). This is a trick used by celebrity trainers.  A heart monitor allows you know that you are working out at the right intensity to maximize fat burning. You don’t need a celebrity trainer to use a heart rate monitor.  Try tracking both your heart rate and number of steps you’ve taken for best results!

Cardio with Strength Training is a must. By combining these two techniques, you will lose weight faster. Ideally, strive for 30 minutes of cardio three times a week and weight training once a week. To be truly like the celebrities (whose body is their job) plan to work out for at least 20 minutes four or five days a week.

Burst Training Works.  Spend no more than 30 seconds resting between sets. If your muscles get tired, you can increase the rest time to 60 seconds.  Less rest between sets means a faster, more effective workout that improves your endurance and saves you time.

Customize Your Training to Your Body. Identify your problem areas.  If it is your core, try working your core with exercises like rowing or boxing. If you carry extra weight on your lower half, do a lot of cycling or quad-working exercises to keep the area looking trim and tone.

Celebrities use Technology and so Can You.  When diet and exercise fail, don’t forget there are amazing technologies available that can help you, look they way you feel.  SculpSure may be an option for you. With options like SculpSure, SmartLipo and more.  We can help you when diet fails!  For example, in just 25 minutes, SculpSure can help you achieve a slimmer appearance without surgery or downtime.  SculpSure is an new and exciting body contouring system that raises the temperature of body fat in problem areas like love handles that seem resistant to diet and exercise. The treated fat cells are destroyed by a laser and are actually absorbed and eliminated by the body over time. There is no downtime or bruising of surrounding skin, and results can be seen in six to 12 weeks.

Don’t Forget the Sun Protection. Try and find a high quality facial sun protection that is a physicial block to UV damage.  Ingredients, such as titanium dioxide and zinc oxide are a must since these ingredients prevent free radical formation by reflecting the suns rays away from your face.  The best products, like Defensor UV, are micronized so that you do not have to look like a mime to get superior protection.

Don’t confusion Moisturizer with skin Treatments. Read the label.  Just because it says anti-aging and provides moisture, doesn’t mean it is the best product for your value. What are the active ingredients? Is it designed by a physician?  Does it meet my skincare goals?  Make sure you switch your skincare regiment every 6 weeks.  Like training at the gym, your skin gets used to an old regiment and it’s effectiveness decreases.  Try a physician developed line, like Spa Script MD, under the professional supervision of a licensed esthetician, who knows you and your skin, for the best results.

Daily Maintenance plus Technology get the Best Results:  Once you have done all the above steps and still want more, technology can help. Try working with a medical professional with technology such as Lasers, Micropen, Vampire PRP, Botox and Filler, and more to get the results you deserve.

Preventative Botox | Millennials are setting the trend

The next generation is smarter than ever and hooked on preserving their youth.  They are turning to Preventative Botox to smooth away hints of creases on their faces before they become more pronounced.

A recent survey of American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery members reported a surge in patients under 30 getting “preventative Botox.”

With the dramatic increase in social media, how you look really counts.  “Do it for your selfie” is real.

A U.S. survey shows 64 per cent of members reported an increase in millennial patients getting botox, fillers, or cosmetic surgery. The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery reported that botox treatments for people between the ages of 19 to 34 shot up by 41 per cent between 2011 and 2015.  Millennials want to look their best, which translates into not having wrinkles, and looking more youthful. Many of these millennials hooked on preserving and maintaining their youth are turning to botox to smooth away hints of creases on their faces before they become more pronounced.

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