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Top Treatments for Reversing Aging, Sun Damaged Skin Leesburg, VA

July 22, 2021

In the past month, we have shared with you some of our best advice and tips for protecting your skin from sun damage. That being said, we know sun damage still happens for most people in the summer, some way or other! That’s why we proudly offer several treatments designed to help you reverse and diminish the appearance of sun damage. Now is the time to learn all about these advanced treatments, so you can be ready to schedule your consultation as the fall season approaches.

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Halo^™ laser skin resurfacing

Get yourself the coveted “Halo Glow” with the first ever hybrid fractional laser. Halo treats not only the skin’s surface but also the deeper dermis. This allows you to achieve intense skin revitalization and long-lasting complexion improvements with less downtime than similar treatments! Halo can improve a variety of common skin concerns including:
● Sun damage
● Pore size
● Hyperpigmentation
● Fine lines and wrinkles
● Scars
● Rough texture
● Uneven skin tone, and more

BBL^™ photofacials
BBL (BroadBand Light) photofacials are the gold standard for treating hyperpigmentation, which is often caused by years of sun damage! Non-invasive BBL treatments use the power of BroadBand Light to correct stubborn hyperpigmentation such as age spots, sunspots, freckles, rosacea, broken capillaries and more. We love BBL for revealing brighter, more evenly toned and younger looking skin without downtime! BBL may be right for you if you’re looking to improve the appearance of:
● Redness
● Broken capillaries
● Brown spots
● Fine lines
● Freckles
● Age spots

BBL can offer even more here at AVIE! Because we also offer FOREVER CLEAR® BBL and Forever Young BBL^™! These treatment variations are designed to target and correct acne and the appearance of aging skin, respectively. Regardless of your unique skin concerns, BBL could be the ideal treatment for you!

Vivace^™ Fractional Microneedle RF
This advanced, FDA-cleared microneedling technology combines microneedles with radiofrequency (RF) and LED light to help resurface and revitalize skin anywhere on the face and body. Who doesn’t like the idea of enjoying dramatically smoother, tighter and younger-looking skin without the appearance of sun damage? All these benefits and more are possible with Vivace. This treatment is suitable for all skin types and requires only minimal downtime! Benefits include:
• Diminished wrinkles and lines
• Tightened skin
• Minimized pore size
• Improved skin tone and texture
• Diminished stretch marks
• Reduced blemishes
• Diminished acne scars and other scarring

Ultherapy^® non-surgical skin tightening

This non-surgical, non-invasive facelift alternative can help you lift and tighten sagging skin on the face, neck and décolletage without downtime! FDA-cleared Ultherapy uses safe, time-tested ultrasound energy to stimulate the deep, structural support layers of the skin without disturbing the surface of the skin. This triggers your body’s own natural healing process, revealing natural-looking, long-term results. Ultherapy can treat a variety of areas, including:
• Face
• Brow
• Jowls
• Neck
• Chin
• Jawline
• Chest

With all these incredible options, it may not be immediately clear which treatment is best for your skin’s needs. That’s why the AVIE! team is here and ready to help by expertly evaluating your skin type and goals during your personal consultation, from which we can recommend the best treatment regimen for you! Simply call us today at (703) 870-3844 or request a personal consultation online to get started.

Maintain Your Summer Body AND Your Positivity! Leesburg, VA

July 15, 2021

At AVIE!, we know that all bodies are beautiful and it is our mission to help our clients realize this as well! It’s easy to promote body positivity to others, especially our loved ones, but we know that it’s often harder to feel the same way about our own bodies. After all, we are all our own harshest critics, and it can be hard to look past our perceived “faults.” That is all the more reason why it’s so important to achieve body positivity for ourselves!

You may be thinking that’s easier said than done, but the team here at female-owned and operated AVIE! Medspa & Laser Center is ready to work closely with you to achieve your body goals this summer while supporting body positivity, so you can fully appreciate your strength and unique beauty.

Woman making a heart with her hands

Total body confidence is possible at AVIE!, especially this month while you can save on some of our most popular body contouring solutions! We’re offering a FREE CoolSculpting^® non-invasive fat reduction treatment when you buy three cycles, plus you can save up to $500 when you book an EMSCULPT NEO^® non-invasive body sculpting consultation this month.

Innovative aesthetic solutions aside, you can still achieve total body confidence this summer right from your home. It’s all about making small, daily habits that work to reinforce love and acceptance of your own body, while removing the habitual negativity. Here are a few of our favorite tips for daily body positivity practices:

1. Surround yourself with positivity

We are often surrounded by negative messages about body image, from photoshopped billboards to unrealistic ads on social media, and more. This is why it’s important to make the effort, as best as you can, to remove yourself from places where you most often encounter these negative messages — like on social media. You can instead choose to surround yourself with positive, supportive people and messages either by leaving social media or choosing to only follow pages or people who encourage positive and inclusive body messages. Stick with people who support self-love and can help you get to and stay in that positive space.

2. Focus on the things you like about yourself

This takes more frequent mental effort than you may realize, but that’s why it can make such a difference! Start to pay attention to every time you think negatively about your body or your appearance, and every time that happens, immediately think of something you like about yourself. It’s easy to fall into the habit of only seeing what we don’t like about ourselves, but with daily repetition, you can create a habit of seeing the positives in yourself instead!

3. Think healthier, not skinnier

We are here to remind you that weight is not a sole indicator of health! That’s why we want to encourage you to not focus on the number you see on the scale, but instead focus on making healthy choices every day when it comes to nutritious, well-balanced meals and a safe, healthy level of exercise that works for your lifestyle and your body. Making effective, healthy changes is about showing respect, kindness and appreciation for our bodies and all they are capable of, instead of thinking of punishing our bodies with restrictive diets or excessive workouts.

4. Do something nice for your body

We want to emphasize the value in deliberately doing something nice for your body, and making that part of your daily routine! It can make all the difference if you take even just a little time each day to stop and think, what would feel nice to your body today? Whether that’s lying outside on the grass for a bit, going for a short walk to somewhere with a nice view or even just taking a nap, all of these can help you connect positively with your body and build a healthier, happier relationship with yourself.

If you’re ready to invest in self-care with a supportive group of women by your side, it’s time to reach out to the AVIE! team at (703) 870-3844 or request a personal consultation online.

2 Amazing Skin Care Products You Should Know About Leesburg, VA

July 8, 2021

When it comes to achieving healthy, radiant, youthful-looking skin, you know you can trust the AVIE! team to help you get there. With this in mind, we are excited to share all you need to know about two of our favorite skin care products: SkinMedica^® LUMIVIVE^® System and SkinMedica TNS^® Advanced+ Serum! Two very different and scientifically impressive skin care solutions, both designed to reveal significant, long-term results.

Before we get started, it may help you to know that this month you can try these incredible age-defying solutions while SAVING with our July specials! We are offering 20% OFF SkinMedica TNS Advanced+ Serum and 20% OFF SkinMedica Lumivive System.

woman applying skincare products to her face

What does the Lumivive System do?

Lumivive is a two-step system that helps your skin resist damaging environmental pollutants during the day and repair itself overnight. Lumivive provides total atmospheric protection from blue light, pollution, UVA and UVB rays. Best of all, it is suitable for all skin types! Lumivive can reveal noticeably more radiant, healthier skin in as few as 14 days. Benefits include more even skin tone, reduced skin discoloration, reduced redness and more.

Our own Kim Marinetto, RN, master aesthetician and founder of AVIE!, has made the Lumivive System an essential part of her year-round skincare regimen. It’s one of her favorite products and she considers it a must-have for everyone!

How does Lumivive work?

There are two groundbreaking technologies behind the two-step Lumivive System: LUMIVIVE® Day Damage Defense Serum and LUMIVIVE® Night Revitalize Repair Complex.
● LUMIVIVE Day Damage Defense Serum uses ENVAILLE™ technology, which features a super blend of advanced antioxidants proprietary to SkinMedica, to engage your natural dermal bio-barrier, promoting enhanced protection from blue light and environmental pollution.

● LUMIVIVE Night Revitalize Repair Complex delivers on that natural, noticeable “glow” that is often promised by other skincare brands that cannot deliver. This advanced technology succeeds where others cannot because it uses unique ENVIGORATE® technology (exclusive to SkinMedica) which is proven to actually repair mitochondria and skin cells, helping your skin rapidly recover overnight.

What does TNS Advanced+ Serum do?

This next-generation skin rejuvenating formula is scientifically proven to improve the appearance of coarse wrinkles, fine lines, skin tone and texture. It is also the ONLY growth factor product proven to address sagging skin! With TNS Advanced+ Serum, you can see results in as little as two weeks, and it is suitable for all skin types!

How does TNS Advanced+ Serum work?

This product features two chambers: One holds TNS®-MR while the other contains RENESSENSCE (RSC) ADVANCED.
● TNS-MR is an advanced, results-driven formula designed to reveal age-defying improvements by supporting healthy skin functions and nourishing your skin with a next-generation growth factor blend featuring an innovative peptide complex.

● RSC ADVANCED is designed to support the results of the growth factor blend in TNS-MR, helping you achieve optimal anti-aging benefits! This powerful blend of botanicals, marine extracts and peptides includes:
○ French flax seed to support repair functions
○ Marine extract to support skin’s renewal processes
○ Green microalgae to support collagen and elastin levels

At AVIE!, it is important to us that we stay educated and trained on the latest technology and skin care innovations, which is why we just recently attended a SkinMedica summit! We are proud to offer SkinMedica products.

Are you ready to treat your skin to the highest quality results-driven care? If your answer is yes, it’s time to contact the AVIE! team at (703) 870-3844 or request a personal consultation online.

AVIE!’s Recipe for Success! Leesburg, VA

July 1, 2021

Want to know why we carry the products and services on our menu at AVIE! Medspa? It’s because each one can contribute to someone’s personally tailored recipe for aesthetic and wellness success! At AVIE!, there is nothing we love more than helping people achieve their own ideal transformations. That’s why we are thoughtful and particular about the services we offer.

emsculpt neo before and after photo

Take EMSCULPT NEO^® non-invasive body sculpting, for example. The woman in this before-and-after photo is a 46-year-old client who underwent four EMSCULPT NEO treatments to the abdomen, four EMTONE^® treatments to the abdomen, and applied Alastin^® TransFORM body treatment twice a day (morning and night). These photos were taken one month after her last treatment. Every person’s recipe for success is customized to their needs, but as you can see, this kind of comprehensive, expertly administered treatment regimen can reveal incredible results!

When trying to imagine a personalized recipe for success, it can be hard to know what that really entails. That’s why our very own Kim Marinetto, RN, master aesthetician and founder of AVIE!, is excited to share her personal experiences, success and expert advice!

Kim, what contributed to your personal transformation?
1. ProLon^®: My journey to a healthier and more fit self began with ProLon FMD (fasting mimicking diet) in October 2019. It helped reset my metabolism and reset stem cell pathways to reverse any potential illness patterns. I did ProLon for one week each month, for three to four months. Between each ProLon week, I started to do intermittent fasting daily, and added exercise to my routine.

2. EMSCULPT NEO & Alastin TransFORM: I continued to lose weight and added EMSCULPT NEO in January 2021 to build muscle. I have also been using Alastin TransFORM body treatment to address firming and toning. It has helped to preserve and maintain my results, while also providing a final push toward my body goals. It works amazingly well!

3. An empowering female support system: Ultimately, I feel that my team — women empowering women — gave me the motivation and courage to stay the course. After all, total body confidence starts from within!

Kim, what advice do you have for others embarking on a personal transformation?

There is no one thing that is going to change your body. Ultimately, you must have willpower, specific goals and an effective, strong support system. I’m thankful to my awesome team of women who have supported me in my goals!

If you’re looking for not only aesthetic and wellness expertise, but also a support system of women empowering women to help you throughout your transformation, I want you to know: That’s what we do at AVIE!

Learn more and begin your own transformation today by reaching out to us at (703) 870-3844 or requesting a personal consultation online. We can’t wait to see you soon!

— Kim

How to Get Your Skin Glowing This Summer Leesburg, VA

June 24, 2021

While you’re making long-overdue plans with family and friends this summer, we want to remind you to take great care of your skin, too! You may feel like you already have your daily skincare regimen figured out, but did you know that your skin needs different kinds of care as the seasons change?

woman looking up on a sunny day

We proudly provide medical-grade skincare because it has been clinically proven to deliver optimal results. When you schedule a personal consultation with us, we will work closely with you to evaluate your skin type and concerns and recommend the best products and regimen for you.

Here’s how you can achieve healthy, happy skin this summer while supporting our local female-owned and operated practice!

Protect and perfect with medical-grade sunscreen.

When you protect your skin from the sun by wearing sunscreen, your skin cells are free to do what skin cells do best: perfect your skin by clearing away damaged skin cells and stimulating the growth of healthy, vibrant skin cells. When your skin is left unprotected from sun damage and environmental pollutants, your skin cells are forced into stress mode, trying to repair all the damage as it’s being done. Give your skin a break by applying medical-grade sunscreen every day of the year, rain or shine! We recommend applying protective skincare products such as:
• Alastin® HydraTint Pro Mineral Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 36
● SkinMedica Essential Defense
● Image PREVENTION+ Daily Hydrating Moisturizer SPF 30

With these kinds of products, your skin cells are able to relax and focus on perfecting your skin instead of repairing damage, resulting in radiant, healthier skin.

In addition to medical-grade products, there are many simple ways to protect your skin on a daily basis! Block damaging UV rays and help your skin look healthier and younger for years to come by:
● Wearing a large brim hat
● Minimizing sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., when the sun is strongest
● Sitting under an umbrella
● Reapplying sunblock every two to three hours (set a reminder on your phone if it helps!)

Now is the time to invest in your skin by taking great care of it, both at home and by visiting AVIE! for the highest quality care and products! Call us today at (703) 870-3844 or request a consultation online to learn more and get started.

We Love Body Positivity! Leesburg, VA

June 17, 2021

At AVIE!, we know and love that body positivity is an essential aspect of self-care. With that in mind, we are honored to offer some of the highest quality devices on the market for helping you reach your personal body goals! It’s not about what anyone else thinks, but it IS about how YOU feel in your own skin. That’s where our highly trained staff are ready to help with CoolSculpting®, EMSCULPT NEO®, EMTONE® and more non-invasive body contouring solutions!

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Achieve total body comfort and confidence this summer with a personally tailored treatment regimen designed around your unique goals! Here are a few ways these popular body contouring treatments can help you get there:

CoolSculpting for trimming stubborn excess fat.

Our female-owned and operated practice has been a certified CoolSculpting Center since 2013. We have performed over 7,000 CoolSculpting treatments and counting! You can be confident we will work with you to deliver optimal results. CoolSculpting can treat stubborn areas such as:
● Stomach bulge
● Double chin
● Inner and outer thighs
● Upper arm fat
● Muffin top
CoolSculpting uses a fat-freezing process called cryolipolysis. Cooling panels are applied to your target areas, where they disable the fat cells which are then gradually flushed from your system in the following weeks and months. This gradual process also allows for more natural-looking results! There is little to no downtime with CoolSculpting. A series of treatments is recommended and will be determined with you during your personal consultation.

EMSCULPT NEO for simultaneous fat reduction and muscle building.

As an industry leader, our practice is proud to be an academic training center for EMSCULPT NEO as well as EMSCULPT® Classic. We help providers across the country advance their skills, which means we are always trained in the most advanced techniques as well!

FDA-cleared EMSCULPT NEO is the first and only non-invasive body sculpting procedure to combine simultaneous fat reduction and muscle building in four convenient 30-minute treatments spaced one week apart. EMSCULPT NEO uses the same powerful HIFEM (high-intensity focused electromagnetic) muscle-building energy of EMSCULPT, but adds radiofrequency (RF) energy to trigger fat reduction as well. EMSCULPT NEO can treat patients with a BMI up to 35 and requires no downtime!

EMTONE for smoothing away cellulite.

Did you know that 90% of women have cellulite? Did you also know that cellulite is NOT caused by unhealthy diet or lack of exercise? If you have cellulite, we want you to know you’re in good company and it is not your fault! We also want you to know that there is a simple, non-invasive solution to minimize unwanted cellulite: EMTONE! EMTONE is the first and only body contouring device to target all causes of cellulite and loose, crepey skin without downtime.

EMTONE works by simultaneously delivering thermal and targeted pressure energy to smooth cellulite, improve skin texture and deliver tighter, younger-looking skin with ease. This treatment can be the perfect complement to other body contouring treatments, based on your personal needs and goals.

Show your body some love this summer by achieving your body goals and loving the skin you’re in! All it takes to get started is calling us today at (703) 870-3844 or requesting a consultation online.

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