Botox , Dysport, Xeomin – are all neuromodulators created equal?
Botox , Dysport, Xeomin – are all neuromodulators created equal? Botox, Dysport, and xeomin are all botulinum toxins, also known as Neuromodulators. Neuromodulators inhibit the release of acetylcholine, which is responsible for the contraction of your muscles. Neuromodulators are used to temporarily inhibit the contraction of treated muscles. Let’s take a look at how these […]
Botox versus filler.. whats the difference?
botox versus filler what’s the difference? This is a very commonly asked question in the aesthetic world, so let’s break it down. Botox is a neuromodulator, meaning it inhibits the contraction of treated muscles. This is most commonly used cosmetically to smooth the look of wrinkles. It can also be used to selectively atrophy muscles […]
Coolsculpting®, is it for me?
Coolsculpting®, is it for me? CoolSculpting® is an FDA-cleared treatment that freezes away stubborn fat without surgery and with little to no downtime. Want to get rid of that stubborn fat? Coolsculpting may be for you. Whether it’s your abdomen, thighs, love handles, bra fat, back fat, underneath the buttocks, upper arms, or […]
Acne Getting You Down?
Acne Getting You Down? Is your COVID mask and stress increasing your acne breakouts? Sue Busch and Stephanie Ford at Medical Aesthetics on Tremont are here to help. What causes acne? Causes of acne include but are not limited to stress, diet, exercise and exercise equipment and hormones. How does acne occur? Acne […]
Is it safe to visit a medical spa right now?
Is it safe to visit a medical spa right now? Is it safe to visit a medical spa right now? At Medical Aesthetics on Tremont it is! We are pleased to announce that we will be opening soon but first want to thank all of our clients for your support, understanding, and words […]
The Weird Sun Reaction That Could Put a Damper on Your Summer Vacation
The Weird Sun Reaction That Could Put a Damper on Your Summer Vacation WARNING PHYTOPHOTODERMATITIS … THE WEIRD SUN REACTION THAT COULD PUT A DAMPER ON YOUR SUMMER VACATION. Did you know that when you expose your skin to lime and sunlight it can have a severe chemical reaction? When sunlight is exposed to lime […]
What’s all the fuss about Chemical Sunscreens?
What’s all the fuss about Chemical Sunscreens? The New York Times recently published an article referencing the latest study in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA) which subsequently raised a lot of questions and concerns for the general public. The JAMA study examined four common sunscreen ingredients: avobenzone, oxybenzone, octocrylene and ecamsule. […]
The Science Behind Sunscreen
The Science Behind Sunscreen Are you baffled by SPF, Broad Spectrum, Ultraviolet UVB and UBA rays? If you answered YES then you are like most people. Keep reading to unlock the mystery and be prepared to select the best sunscreen that meets your needs. What is SPF? The simple answer is: SPF stands for Sun […]
Bothered By Excessive Sweating?
Bothered By Excessive Sweating? Summer is approaching..now’s the time for Botox for underarm sweating aka…Hyperhidrosis Are you bothered by excessive sweating? Do you dread sweat stains on your favorite shirt? Here at Medical Aesthetics on Tremont, we offer Botox injections for excessive sweating so that you can enjoy the summer worry-free. What is Hyperhidrosis? […]
Botox® and Fillers? What’s the difference?
Botox® and Fillers? What’s the difference? Botox® and Fillers? What’s the difference? Botox® and Fillers are often used simultaneously. They both enhance aging skin but are very different products with different indications and results. The Botox® bottom line…. Botox® injections are a fast, efficient, non-surgical way to treat fine lines and wrinkles with […]