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Medical Spas

Medical spas are the fastest-growing section of the spa world, offering services like Botox and Restylane injections, microdermabrasion, aggressive chemical peels, laser hair removal, facial tightening, photo facials and more. But there are big differences between medical spas. Here's how to find out what you're getting into.

What Is A Medical Spa?

What is a medical spa? The emphasis is on results-oriented treatments like injectables to manage wrinkles, laser treatments to treat brown spots and spider veins, and tightening technologies to delay the knife. Just make sure you know the qualifications of the person doing the treatment.

Getting Botox At The Spa

Botox is one of the most popular injectables. Find out what it can -- and can't -- do for you, and what to look for in spas that offer Botox.

Dysport

Dysport is the newest injectable in the U.S. market treating deep lines and wrinkles. Some say it may be a better, cheaper choice, especially if Botox doesn't work for you anymore. Find out more about Dysport vs. Botox.

Laser Treatments

Definition of Laser Treatments

Injectables At The Spa

"Injectables" is the short-hand name for cosmetic procedures that are delivered by injection. They are a fast and easy way (though not painless) way to manage wrinkles as you age. Here's everything you need to know about injectables at the spa.

What Is Microdermabrasion?

All about Microdermabrasion -- what it is, how much it costs, its benefits and what you should watch out for.
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