The most successful medical spa is conscious of integrating the advancements within science and medicine, with the latest in rejuvenating spa treatments. In order to maintain a successful medical spa, it is critical to remember that the definition of rejuvenation is unique to everyone. This makes staying at the forefront of technology and new procedures essential in order to offer your clients an extensive selection of procedures and treatments from which to choose. One person may find a spa facial that cleanses the skin and leaves it glowing to be the ultimate in rejuvenation, while others may find an injectable treatment, such as Botox® or Restylane®, to be their answer because it takes ten years off the look of their face. The beauty of a medical spa is that you can offer a diversified range of non-invasive, minimally invasive, and more extensive surgical procedures to your clients so that each client can achieve their desired results. The goal for medical spa owners and employees should always be to help clients achieve their desired esthetic results, hence helping them achieve a positive well being.

Today we are fortunate to live in a world where we are able to experience so many advancements in science, technology and medicine. Medical spas have the wonderful opportunity to incorporate research centers into their business. Having a research facility allows a medical spa to stay on the cutting edge of science, performing clinical studies for the latest lasers, injectables, and cosmetic treatments. These studies are often utilized for the FDA approval process, which is a great honor for a medical spa to be a part of.

One of the most important practices for a medical spa is to discover the newest, most innovative procedures that will help clients renew themselves and be their most healthy and beautiful. Traveling the world in search of the best innovations and advancements in cosmetic rejuvenation is just one way of doing this. International products and treatments that are the most cutting-edge include lasers from Israel, Italy and Germany, sunscreen and Endermologie from France and Brazil, vein transfer procedures from Argentina and the Sun FX safe tan from Australia. Incorporating a comprehensive menu of cellulite treatments within a medical spa is also critical to success, as it sets you apart from the standard day spa. VelaSmooth, Endermologie, TriActive and Ionithermie are four of the safest, most effective treatments available. With over 85 percent of women reporting cellulite concerns, there is an extensive market for these treatments.

The cosmetic dermatology and plastic surgery center is the cornerstone of a medical spa and should offer patients the latest in cosmetic and dermatologic procedures. Having a medical practice on site allows for the cross-conversion of spa clients to medical patients and vice-versa. If a pre-cancer condition is detected by an esthetician, or a massage therapist spots a varicose vein, for example, the client can then be referred to the medical department to be seen by a physician that same day. There is no time to be wasted when a skin cancer is found; therefore the value of having the resources to treat the problem immediately is immeasurable. For those patients desiring to approve their appearance, staying abreast of the latest in cosmetic surgical procedures such as the Contour Threadlift and tumescent liposculpture, are critical.

Additionally, savvy cosmetic professionals are realizing that medical grade products have a much greater effect on the results their clients and patients experience; therefore, medical spas incorporate medical grade products in their spa services. According to data from the National Consumers League (NCL), nearly 90 million Americans currently use or have used products or procedures in an attempt to reduce signs of aging. Sales of anti-aging treatments are soaring among baby boomers. 53 percent of women, according to NCL, are not satisfied with the over-the-counter products. This dissatisfaction with packaged retail solutions has funneled more clients to their local spas for services and treatments.

Finally, for those medical spas that have the desire to offer their clients the ability to continue their rejuvenation at home, incorporating a boutique in your medical spa, which includes the best products on the market in skin care, active wear and makeup is highly recommended. Clients look to their medical spa to help them achieve their most beautiful, healthy self and empowering clients to continue their improvements at home only helps to build a more solid, lasting relationship.

The newly redeveloped La Jolla Spa MD Skincare line of products, which feature the signature Vitaphenol® complex, are the cornerstone of La Jolla Spa MD’s product lines. The clinically proven La Jolla Spa MD Cellulite Cream, Shorts and Sleeves kit was developed by Dianne York-Goldman and Dr. Mitchel Goldman and is clinically proven in three double published blind studies to reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Additionally, the newest member of the La Jolla Spa MD product family, DYG mineral makeup, has been widely accepted by the public and beauty experts with great accolades.

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