We are truly humbled this year to be named a 2020 Winner for Best Med Spa by Northern Virginia Magazine. But do you know what? We couldn’t have done it without you, our dear clients, and we feel truly privileged to serve you!
Now that June is almost here (can you believe it?), you may be starting to think about your summer prepping needs. If getting your body and skin in shape feels impossible right now, don’t you worry, because it’s our job at AVIE! to make your swimsuit-season prepping as easy as possible. With a little bit of strategic planning, prepping for summer can actually be fun and rewarding. Here’s a closer look at treatments that can save you time and stress for summer and beyond.
Laser Hair Removal
It’s not too late to schedule a series of laser hair removal treatments with us. As long as you aren’t tanning – and that includes spray tanning, self-tanning lotions and natural sun exposure – you can safely get treated. We’ve been performing advanced laser hair removal treatments here at AVIE! for decades and take laser hair removal very seriously. Our laser technicians are fully licensed and offer years of experience to deliver the most effective treatments for you. We’ll work with you during your consultation to determine the number of treatments you need to achieve your goals.
Vein Treatments
Spider veins, broken capillaries and other vein concerns on your legs are another reason why so many women have a hard time getting excited about wearing shorts or swimsuits. We think it’s time you felt good about your legs! We offer two types of vein treatments here at AVIE!: sclerotherapy and laser vein treatment. Sclerotherapy injects veins with a special solution, causing the concerned veins to collapse and gradually fade away in the weeks following your treatment. For smaller veins and facial veins, we can also use non-invasive BBL™ photofacials. We can help you figure out which treatment is best for you during your consultation.
Body Contouring
If you’re bothered by pinchable fat, we offer CoolSculpting® non-invasive fat reduction which freezes fat away anywhere you need it. CoolSculpting works extremely well for people who are close to their ideal weight, within 20 pounds or so, and who have bulges of fat like a muffin top or double chin. Once you’ve trimmed down a “problem” spot, you may enjoy even more contouring help with EMSCULPT®, a non-invasive muscle toning treatment. EMSCULPT induces thousands of muscle contractions in targeted areas, helping tone and firm up flab without having to spend hours at the gym. EMSCULPT and CoolSculpting are definitely not substitutes for a healthy lifestyle, but they can help you achieve your body contouring goals much faster and more easily than you would otherwise.
We also offer a wide range of skin rejuvenation treatments, including skin tightening with Vivace™ Microneedling RF, SkinTyte™ II, Halo™ laser skin renewal, ProFractional™ laser skin resurfacing…the list goes on! We can’t wait to help you look and feel your best. To learn more about our summer prepping treatments, call 703.870.3844 or request a consultation online today.
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3 Easy Ways to Boost Confidence Leesburg, VA
Do you know what we love most about working here at AVIE!? Helping you live your fullest life! When you visit us, you have made a decision to invest in yourself, and that’s a big deal. Whether you wish to slim and trim fat or smooth away lines and wrinkles, we are here to bring out your personal best so you can feel confident and revitalized every day. That’s our job, and we take it very seriously!
So, what makes you feel confident and at your best every day? Here’s a look at some of our favorite confidence-boosters, along with some tips for feeling more confident in general.
Try out a new look!
Clothing is a powerful influencer! Research indicates that what you wear not only affects how other people see you, but it also affects how YOU see yourself! So, why not simply ask yourself each morning, “How would a CONFIDENT ME dress today?” Maybe it means retiring your sweats in favor of a sassy pair of high-waisted jeans. Or, maybe it means putting on your most comfy clothing and throwing your hair up in a bun! Whatever makes you feel free and vibrant, that’s your ticket. The good news is that almost anything goes in fashion today. Just remember to have fun and enjoy it!
Make a commitment to yourself
Whether you decide to work out three days a week at the gym or invest in a series of laser hair removal treatments with us so you can wear a bikini this summer without worrying about ingrowns and razor burn, any commitment you make to improving yourself works to build your confidence, according to research. It’s truly amazing when you really think about it, the fact that you can boost your self-esteem through any activity you do, whether it’s attending an appointment for your skin or doing your taxes. Keeping your commitments is self-care at its best. Plus, you get to enjoy the benefits (i.e., hair-free skin or maybe a tax return!).
Be more mindful.
We’re not suggesting that you think more. Rather, mindfulness is about being more present in the moment, instead of fretting over the past or future. Research indicates that mindfulness helps boost your mood by lowering your stress levels. It can also help you be more productive and focused on the task at hand. And the more productive you are, the better you’re likely to feel about yourself. It’s a positive cycle we love here at AVIE!
Our goal is to bring out your best self, and we can’t wait to work with you this spring so we can do just that! To learn about our leading menu of self-care treatments and aesthetic tools, please call 703.870.3844 or request a consultation online today.
Please also be aware that we will continue to closely monitor all coronavirus (COVID-19) developments so that we can take the necessary precautions to keep you safe. If you are feeling unwell, please call us at 703.870.3844 to reschedule your appointment, free of charge. If you would like to reschedule your appointment for any reason, you may also do so free of charge. Please call us with any questions you may have! We are here to help you!
Be well!
— Kim
How to Make Laser Hair Removal Go Smoothly Leesburg, VA
We know we’ve said it before but we truly can’t say it enough: Trust only a licensed expert for your laser hair removal treatments! Only a highly skilled and experienced laser technician will be able to safely administer your treatments without risk of burning and other adverse side effects. That said, now that spring and summer are coming, plenty of us will be squeezing in laser hair removal sessions, hoping to get our skin ready for swimsuit season. So here are a few expert tips for getting your best results!
More is more.
We know the saying is “less is more,” but with laser hair removal treatments, the more the better! This is because your hair grows in stages, and your hair follicles are not active at the same time. Since laser hair removal only works on active hair follicles, it can take several treatments to catch all your targeted follicles in an active state. We recommend starting with a series of five treatments, scheduled every four to six weeks apart. After your initial series, you may opt for more treatments to achieve your desired goal.
Avoid the sun like the plague.
You don’t want hyper or hypopigmentation do you? The primary cause of pigmentation irregularities after laser treatments is sun exposure! You can reduce your risk by coming into your appointment with sun-free skin and avoiding the sun after your treatment.
Make friends with your razor.
We know laser hair removal is all about being able to finally ditch your razor, but your razor should actually be your best friend throughout the laser hair removal treatment process! Shaving with a razor helps your hair follicles to stay in the active, treatable stage. Shaving also cuts your hair to a short, treatable length. When your hair is too long, the laser can’t locate the hair follicle.
Did you know that laser hair removal was recently voted a “Most Worth It” treatment by RealSelf voters like you? Find out for yourself! It’s time to make time for you by scheduling your laser hair removal treatments. Call 703.870.3844 or request a personal consultation online today!
— Kim
It’s Never Too Late for an Awesome Summer! Leesburg,VA
Confidence is everything. When you feel confident, it’s so much easier to relax and enjoy the moment, isn’t it? I think it’s because when you’re busy feeling your best, you’re not thinking about the little things or imperfections that make you feel lousy, like razor burn or belly fat. You’re just happy being you!
In case you didn’t know, I’m in the business of confidence boosting here at AVIE! To boost your confidence this summer, here are a few of my favorite treatments:
Laser hair removal
If you’re on the fence about laser hair removal, I urge you to take the plunge and schedule a series of 5 laser hair removal treatments this year. It will change your life! (Seriously!) While summer isn’t an ideal time for laser hair removal since your skin needs to be tan-free, this treatment is a MUST to fit into your grooming routine whenever you can. So many women I know have struggled their entire lives with painful and embarrassing ingrowns or razor burn (on their bikini line, especially). This tricky area is sensitive and prone to aesthetic issues, which is why I encourage laser hair removal because it will set you free! Imagine being able to walk the beach or pool without a cover up this year because you don’t feel compelled to cover up your imperfections? You deserve to enjoy smooth, carefree comfort that’s long-lasting, not temporary, and you can find it with laser hair removal right here in Leesburg.
Skin tightening
If you are bothered by certain lines or crepey skin that’s aging you before your time, we can help you look as young as you feel with a wide range of solutions. In addition to tried-and-true injectables like Botox® and dermal fillers, we offer the most advanced skin tightening treatments on the market—Vivace™ Fractional Micro Needle RF and SkinTyte™ II. Vivace is a microneedling and radiofrequency treatment that helps to tighten and smooth skin anywhere you need it while also shrinking pores and evening skin tone without discomfort or downtime. SkinTyte uses non-invasive infrared energy to tighten lax skin. We’ll help you figure out which treatment or combination of treatments best suits your needs.
Body contouring
The other major confidence robber is unwanted fat. Do you battle with a muffin top or underarm fat? Our pesky fat bulges have a mind of their own and refuse to leave despite our most ardent attempts at exercise and dieting. It’s not fair! But whatever your body concern is, we can help with our complete selection of body sculpting treatments for reducing fat, toning muscle and tightening skin without surgery or downtime. Whether it’s EMSCULPT®, CoolSculpting®, Kybella®, or Ultherapy®, we’ve got your needs covered! Did you know that AVIE! was named a Top 5 Ultherapy provider in the Southeast by NewBeauty, and that we’re also a CoolSculpting-certified practice and member of the CoolClub, having performed more than 4,000 successful treatments?
Give yourself the gift of confidence this summer and beyond by calling703.870.3844 or requesting a consultation online today!
—Kim
Glowing Skin to the Rescue! Leesburg, VA
Ok, so we’re in the final stretch of a long, cold winter. If you’re feeling anything like me, you are in desperate need of a complexion pick-me-up!!! The dull, drab days of winter have no business dulling down our complexions. It’s time for us to fight back and reclaim our glow! Are you with me?!
My favorite way to brighten up and refresh my complexion and spirit is combination treatment with Halo™ laser skin renewal and BBL™ photofacial. Halo and BBL literally renew your skin from the inside out, spurring vibrant new collagen and elastin growth for brighter, more even skin tone, smaller pore size, reduced lines and wrinkles, and much more. This potent rejuvenating combo does involve some social downtime, however, so you should plan for about a week of laying low to give your skin a chance to breathe and refresh itself without the hassles of makeup application.
If you are looking for a skin rejuvenation treatment with less downtime, we also offer Microtherapy, MicroLaserPeel®, HydraFacial®, and medical-grade chemical peels. Don’t worry if you have no idea which treatment best suits your needs. That’s our job! During your personal consultation, we will explore your options and help you devise the perfect regimen to meet your unique goals and scheduling needs.
One last note about winter skin treatments: There’s still time to schedule laser hair removal treatments. We know summer is still months away, and that’s exactly why now is the ideal time to undergo your treatment! Laser hair removal typically takes months of repeated treatments to achieve your desired look. I usually recommend a series of five treatments spaced 4 to 6 weeks apart, depending on the area being treated.
While the weather is still frightful, why not treat yourself to something delightful!? Discover your perfect skin pampering treatment today by calling 703.870.3844 or scheduling your free consultation!
—Kim
The Best Medspa Treatments for Winter Leesburg, VA
We can perform any treatment on our menu at any time of the year. Even so, certain seasons lend themselves to particular services. Here’s a breakdown of cosmetic treatments that are well-suited for the winter, and why our clients love them!
Kybella®
This chin fat zapper can tame a double chin without surgery, but one of the major side effects is swelling. This is a sign the treatment is working, so if you’re swelling, it’s a good thing! Unfortunately, no one wants to walk around with a swollen chin. That’s why we love performing Kybella in the cooler months, when it’s easy to cover your neck with a turtleneck or scarf.
Laser Skin Rejuvenation
Any laser treatment can be performed year-round, but laser skin renewal seems made for the winter months because it’s easier to protect skin from the sun in colder weather. Keeping out of the sun before and after laser treatments helps you fend off negative side effects and ensure the best possible and longest-lasting results. You tend to spend more time indoors and bundled up under clothing during the winter, which makes sun avoidance a cinch.
Laser Hair Removal
You simply cannot have tanned skin for laser hair removal. Any tan will interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment and increase your chances for adverse side effects. Whether your tan is from the sun or a bottle, any color is bad for your laser treatment. This is why wintertime makes perfect sense for treatments because it’s much easier to let your skin go natural when it is covered up under clothing. Plus, laser hair removal usually takes a series of treatments before revealing optimal results. Doing your treatments now will give you plenty of time to get the smooth look you crave in time for summer.
We feel privileged to be your partner in aesthetic and wellness treatments all year long! To learn more about the best treatments for you, please call 703.870.3844</a or ror request your personal consultation today.
—Kim