Did you know that March is our anniversary month? Thanks to you, our amazing clients, we get to celebrate 10 incredible years serving Leesburg and Northern Virginia!
Opening AVIE! has been my lifelong dream. As a master aesthetician and Registered Nurse, I consider bringing out your absolute best my primary mission in life. I feel so privileged each and every day I get to pamper you with the most advanced technologies for turning back time or reducing unwanted fat or wrinkles. You deserve only the best, and it’s my job to bring you state-of-the-art treatments so you can achieve your goals with the maximum amount of comfort and ease.
To better serve you, my team and I diligently work to advance our skills and training so you can benefit from only the highest level of care and results. Every time you leave AVIE! smiling, we know we’ve accomplished our goal.
Thank you for entrusting us with your care!
Here’s to a decade of serving you, our delightful clients! May we celebrate decades more!
Much love,
—Kim
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What If You Could Pause Aging? (Hint: You Can!) Leesburg, VA
Certain aesthetic treatments make me say “wow!” and Ultherapy® is definitely one of them! Often called the facelift and necklift alternative, Ultherapy uses potent ultrasound energy to lift and firm skin on the face, neck, or chest without any invasive measures or downtime.
Another awesome age-defying treatment I love is SkinTyte™ II, a laser that tightens and smoothes skin on any area of the body.
What exactly is SkinTyte II?
A lot of my clients are interested in skin tightening but are confused about the difference between SkinTyte and Ultherapy. While both treatments can help to improve the look of your skin, they work differently and offer distinct benefits. Ultherapy works at the foundational layers of skin and muscle to trigger a tightening and lifting effect from deep below for the face, neck, and décolletage. SkinTyte is a laser treatment that tightens the top layers of skin by causing a partial coagulation and contraction of collagen. These two treatments are extremely effective anti-aging tools that help to slow and reverse signs of aging, and we will help you discover which treatment is right for you during your personal consultation.
The best part about these treatments? I like to think of Ultherapy and SkinTyte as gifts that keep on giving—literally! These treatments work gradually to reveal optimal benefits. This means you get to wake up every day with a slightly fresher, younger-looking face or body.
Interested in halting your aging process? Discover which treatment is right for you! Call 703.870.3844 or request your complimentary consultation today.
—Kim
Just Say No to the Muffin Top! Leesburg, VA
You know how men always get teased about their beer bellies? Well, it turns out that women are more likely to gain weight in their bellies than men are. Doesn’t seem fair, does it?
Blame it on your hormones. As a woman ages, her estrogen levels drop, which has the unfortunate consequence of redistributing fat from the hips, thighs and buttocks to the abdomen. Luckily, belly fat is optional, not inevitable. Here are a few tips for avoiding the mid-life pooch, according to healthline, a trusted online health resource.
Cut down on sugar
Many studies link excess consumption of sugar to an increase in belly and liver fat. The body—specifically, the liver—has no idea how to process excess sugar, so it turns it into belly fat. The bad news about belly fat is that it’s linked to insulin resistance and other metabolic problems.
Eat smarter.
Low-carb diets are clinically proven to be particularly effective at reducing fat around the belly, organs and liver. In fact, low-carb diets lead to 2 to 3 times more weight loss than low-fat diets, according to more than 20 randomized controlled trials. A great way to start cutting carbs is simply avoiding refined carbs, such as sugar, candy, and white bread. Increasing your protein is also helpful. Protein consumption has been shown to reduce cravings by 60 percent, boost metabolism by 80 to 100 calories a day, and help you eat up to 441 fewer calories a day.
Get extra help.
There’s a reason CoolSculpting® is the world’s most popular non-invasive fat reduction treatment. It was designed specifically to tame belly fat and other stubborn areas of excess fat, which seem to have a mind of their own. You may do everything right and still need some extra help, and this is where CoolSculpting shines. AVIE! Is a CoolSculpting-certified practice, having performed more than 4,000 CoolSculpting treatments, and counting. We also offer CoolAdvantage™, the most advanced CoolSculpting technology that cuts treatment times in half, and the CoolAdvantage Petite™ applicator to treat smaller, harder-to-reach areas, such as arms.
It’s time to tell belly fat who’s boss. Call 703.870.3844 or schedule your personal consultation today!
Thanksgiving is Good for You! Leesburg, VA
Are you so focused on the excess calories you might consume on turkey day that you’re ignoring the health benefits of this holiday season? That’s right—Thanksgiving has a healthy side, too!
Here are a few healthy things we love about Thanksgiving that may surprise you:
Family gatherings promote a feeling of connectedness
When families gather for a meal and chat about their day, experiences, or basically anything going on in life, they are experiencing so much more than just a conversation. Psychologists say they are showing that they care about each other, which helps family members feel a greater sense of well-being, confidence, and resilience in life. With the craziness of life, I know I appreciate the moments we can slow down, talk, and spend some family time together.
The food, of course!
There’s more to Thanksgiving than just the fattening gravy boat. The star of the show, turkey, is high in protein and low in fat to help maintain steady blood sugar levels. Sweet potatoes are loaded with the powerhouse vitamin A to boost immunity, bone health and eyesight, while squash offers plenty of potassium to help reduce blood pressure and heart disease risk. Cranberries are crammed with protective antioxidants, and the list goes on…there are countless health benefits at that festive table, as long as you enjoy them in moderation.
Gratitude is a cure-all.
We all know that Thanksgiving is about giving thanks over a warm family meal once a year, but we’d all be wiser to adopt an “attitude of gratitude” every day. A number of studies have established a strong link between gratitude and a wide range of health benefits, including better sleep, boosted energy, stronger immunity, lower blood pressure, and decreased pain, as well as reduced stress, anxiety, and depression.
From all of us at AVIE! Medspa, we wish you a happy and healthy Thanksgiving season! To learn about our selection of aesthetic and wellness treatments, call 703.870.3844 or request your personal consultation today.
—Kim
It’s Time to Schedule Your Laser Hair Removal Treatments Leesburg, VA
What pairs perfectly with sweater weather?
You guessed it—laser hair removal treatments! Sun exposure either before or after your laser treatment increases your risk of adverse side effects, such as hypopigmentation or hyperpigmentation, and can also diminish the effectiveness of your treatments. That’s why it’s easier to get laser treatments this time of year, when you’re already bundled up!
To get the most out of your laser hair removal, here are a few things you should do before starting treatment so you can flaunt hair-free, care-free skin next summer.
1. Schedule your treatments in advance.
Advance planning gives you time to stay out of the sun so your skin can heal and return to its normal, non-tanned color. Laser hair removal works best when there’s a significant contrast of lighter skin with darker hair roots. This is because the laser is designed to target your hair follicle, not the surrounding skin, and it has an easier time identifying and disabling hair follicles when they are darker than skin. At AVIE!, we offer a variety of treatments for all skin types. But since certain lasers may be dangerous for darker skin tones, we offer free consultations to determine the right laser for you.
2. Stop plucking or waxing and start shaving.
Switch to shaving your treatment areas at least one month (or more, if possible) before your treatments start. Laser hair removal targets your hair roots and destroys them to prevent any new hair growth over the long term, which means it won’t work without the roots of your hair follicles intact. Simply put, if you pluck the roots out, the laser won’t have anything to destroy.
3. Schedule a series of treatments.
Laser hair removal often requires a series of treatments to get the results you want. This is because your hair grows in stages, and laser hair removal only works on active hair follicles. Since hair roots aren’t consistently active, it can take multiple treatments to target every hair root needed.
To get the best results, be sure to schedule your treatment with a professional who is properly licensed and has extensive experience performing laser hair removal treatments. AVIE!’s highly trained and experienced staff has performed thousands of successful laser hair removal treatments. To learn more or schedule your personal consultation, call 703.870.3844 or request a personal consultation today.
—Kim
A Thicker Head of Your Own Hair without Drugs or Transplants Leesburg, VA
Though it sounds too good to be true, hair restoration with platelet-rich fibrin matrix (PRFM) delivers the results you’ve been dreaming about. PRFM is a concentrated, intensely healing portion of your blood. This 100% percent natural and surprisingly simple treatment reawakens dormant hair follicles for a fuller, thicker head of hair for both men and women without any downtime or risk of adverse side effects.
To help you better understand your hair restoration options, here are answers to some of your top PRFM questions:
Common questions
Q: I’ve heard of PRP. What’s the difference between PRFM and PRP?
A: PRFM is the purest form of platelet-rich plasma (PRP), which is drawn from your blood in our office. PRFM contains little to no red or white blood cells, which are undesirable because they have inflammatory properties. Pure PRFM is made by adding calcium chloride, which essentially removes impurities while creating a scaffolding effect to protect the PRP and prolong its healing benefits.
Q: What happens during a PRFM hair restoration treatment?
A: First, we draw your blood and isolate the PRFM. Then, we gently inject the PRFM into your scalp. The procedure takes less than 30 minutes and involves little to no downtime.
Q: How many treatments will I need?
A: The number of treatments is based on the amount of hair loss. We usually recommend 3 to 6 treatments.
Q: When will I see results?
A: You can notice results after 1 to 2 treatments, with optimal results up to 6 months after your last treatment.
Q: How long will my results last?
A: Results vary and depend on many factors, including the desired amount of restoration and your body’s unique response to PRFM. Combining your PRFM treatment with Viviscal Professional® products (available at AVIE!) can help to enhance your results. Maintenance treatments are also recommended once your desired results are achieved.
Q: How can I get started with PRFM Hair Restoration in Leesburg, VA?
A: It’s easy! To learn more, call 703.870.3844 or request a personal consultation today.
—Kim