By Madison McDaniel, Medical Assistant Now that the Pandemic is officially on its last leg, it’s time to go out! Big question is, where can you go? Here are some tips and tricks to get everyone partying like a rockstar while maintaining flawless skin. Upstairs at Caroline: Super cute and trendy, has total …
By Sarah De Paula, Front Desk Coordinator Oh, man! What a great couple of weeks we’ve had! As a first-timer in the aesthetics world, I can truly say I have learned a handful of information that normally wouldn’t have ever crossed my mind. I feel as if I have entered a world that has …
Written by: Melissa Miller What is a virtual consultation? A virtual consultation is exactly what its name suggests – a consultation between you and our expert aesthetic team from the comfort and safety of your home. Virtual consultations are not something new to us. We have been using virtual consultations to enable patients …
Written by Karie Jones Are you someone looking for beauty treatments to give you that extra glow and youthful appearance? If so, you’ve come to the right place! There are so many services available these days in the beauty and medspa industry, not to mention skincare products, and it can be a little …
Written by: Lauren Klein Whether you are already prepared with your gift, or you are that last minute shopper. I want to share with you my gift guide and ideas of what to get your mother on this special day! #1 Neck Correct Cream– Your mom will appreciate you so much for thinking about …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. One of my favorite things about our Medspa is the fact that we offer memberships for pretty much every single service we offer. These days, “membership” is almost a taboo word in most industries because a lot of them out there end up being a scam or costing you …
Written by: Lauren Klein Why are online reviews important? Online reviews are so important because they have become a reliable tool for consumers to be able to reference places and products before purchasing or making a decision. Although YELP has been around for about 16years, we now also have easy accessibility to Google, Facebook, Instagram, …
Written by: Katie Ladner, L.E As an Esthetician I am always trying to educate my clients about good health and their skin conditions. Your gut plays one of the biggest roles in how your skin functions. Becoming more educated on diet, nutritional supplements, skincare products and services will help you in your beauty journey. One …
Written by Lauren Klein Working in this field we get a lot of questions asked about us in general, services and treatments, and also skincare. I am sure if we are getting some of the same questions asked daily, that YOU might be looking for the answer to some of the same questions.. so …
Written By: Madison McDaniel From my first job in this industry as a Front Desk in a Resort Spa, I knew that this was gonna be my field. Growing up I loved being pretty, having my hair done, I was the ultimate girly girl. When I started getting older and joined the drill team …
Written by: Katie Ladner, L.E The beginning of 2020 came in with a bang. I turned 40 and I was planning how I would keep Flawless Skin & Body running in California while I lived in Texas. I was going to fly back once a month for a week and work on my clients …
Written by: Lauren Klein As we all know, social media is a HUGE part of our everyday lives. Some more than others of course but we all follow our favorite celebrities or influencers, so why not follow your favorite MedSpa in Austin, Texas along with all of our providers that you love so much! …
Written by: Lauren Klein Whether you live in North Austin, South Austin, East or West, L AESTHETICS AND LONGEVITY has a location for you! With FOUR Austin-area location to best serve you, we are here with open arms waiting to be your next “one stop shop” for aesthetics, skincare, wellness, and more! Most locations …
By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. Before I entered the Aesthetics industry, I had no idea what I wanted to do for the rest of my life. All I knew was that the medical field was always an interest of mine, and I loved caring for people. In addition to that, I have always had a passion …
Written by: Melissa Miller If you live in Texas, you know there’s no winter break from seasonal allergies. Now is cedar season and one in five Texans suffer from cedar fever. With 2021 shaping up to be one of the worst cedar fever seasons in history, chances are you or someone you know is struggling …
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Written By: Madison McDaniel As 2020 has finally drawn to a close, it’s a good time to reflect on the hottest skincare trends of the past year. Which ones should we bring into 2021….and which ones do we leave behind faster than we can say Coronavirus. CHINA: With China being the second largest …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. Although it is good to stay on a monthly routine for getting skin treatments, many people don’t realize you can do more than one in a single sitting. There are so many benefits to combining certain treatments with others. Here are some of my favorite combinations: Morpheus8 + …
Written by: Katie Ladner, L.E You’re tired and exhausted from the work day, kids, or just life. You have had a glass of wine and it’s getting late, you’re kinda lazy and just want to say screw it and go to bed. SSSSTTTTOOOPPPP DON’T DO IT! You need to go wash your face. I …
Hello everyone! My name is Stephanie Borjas & I am the newest member of the L-Aesthetics & Longevity family! I am a nurse practitioner with over a decade of experience in healthcare. Coming from a medical family, I found my passion in nursing after years as a medical assistant in family practice. I knew that …
Written by: Lauren Klein The new ALLE program by Allergan has made it so much easier for you to receive credit on MOST services that you get from us which turns into “free money” for you to use at your next visits! This new and improved Brilliant Distinctions app has revamped and is launched …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Normally when you think of going to a spa, it is for facials, massage, or potentially getting your nails/hair done. A medical spa takes it a step further. You’re still getting “pampered” so to say, but the treatments that can be performed at a medical spa are more intense and …
Written by: Melissa Miller Many people are turning to seltzer, a type of sparkling water, as a healthier alternative to drinking soda. In fact, the amount of seltzer sold in the US doubled between 2010 and 2019. Though some experts have concerns that seltzer may lead to tooth erosion, seltzer has many positive health …
Written by: Madison McDaniel In the days of social media where platforms like Snapchat, Instagram and Facebook are the main ways we keep in touch with family and friends, we always want to look our best. The newest trend of editing is the filters that we love to hate to use. Some are the …
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Written by: Chelsea Keilian Are you looking for a way to make your lashes look longer and fuller with added tone and depth? Then you most certainly know that lash treatments can make a huge difference. What is the difference between lash extensions and a lash lift? Lash extensions involve the bonding of …
Written by: Blaise Geyer, PA-C Being a good eater and having an appetite has never been my struggle. In fact, I’ve always been someone that feels like I’m powering down when I get hungry. As such, the thought of doing any type of fasting, let alone an extended fast, was very intimidating. Intermittent fasting, although …
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Written by: Rebecca Marroquin, L.E What is AGEs? Advanced glycation end products (AGEs) are proteins or lipids that become glycated as a result of exposure to sugars. One of the most visible signs of premature aging occurs in the skin, where once firm, healthy collagen strands give way to wrinkling, dryness, and looseness. While external factors such as sun exposure …
Written by: Lauren Klein We all can agree; the unprecedented time the we all face, this crisis we all currently relate to has left us with a sense of uncertainty, worry, and stress. We have been living this “new normal” which has kept all of us on our toes. Anxiously waiting “for the the …
Written by: Brielle Kirk PA-C Hair loss affects 50 million men and 30 million women in the U.S. This is a common problem as we age, however, hair loss may start as early as puberty for some people! The causes of hair loss range, from genetic, hormonal, environmental, nutritional, emotional, and inflammatory. Treatment for hair …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C It is very important for a medical provider to get to know his or her patients, but often the patient does not know much about the provider! Being able to relate to your provider may allow you to become more comfortable with that person, so allow me to introduce myself …
Written by: Rebecca Marroquin, L.E As children we dream of what we will be doing as adults. The sky is the limit when the harsh realities of life haven’t set in yet and we dream big bold dreams! What we imagine ourselves doing I believe are gifts that align us with purposes in life. If …
Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C Summer is still going strong and you need to know that the sunscreen you’re using is doing its job. Is SPF the only thing you need to consider? Unfortunately, not. While it’s important to take into account SPF when choosing your sun protectant, there are two different types of …
Written by: Kelsie Matthews, L.E For those of you who I haven’t had the pleasure of meeting, my name is Kelsie, and I am one of our Licensed Estheticians here at L Aesthetics & Longevity. I primarily work out of our Bee Cave location, however I occasionally might see you at one of …
Written by: Melissa Miller Customization Hands Free Facial Remodeling Treatments What is Evoke? Evoke is an innovative non invasive solution designed specifically to target facial tissue. It is a quick and easy non surgical alternative to remodel your face, neck and jawline. Treatments are customized and tailored to address your specific needs so the end result …
Written by: Blaise Geyer, PA-C For those of you reading our blog posts that have either not yet visited us in clinic or have never gotten to meet me, our time can sometimes be limited in the office but if you’re like me, I love to know about the people I surround myself with and …
Written By: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Feeling tired, irritable, and lacking sex drive? Having low testosterone could be the cause. But, why hasn’t your provider suggested getting these levels checked or undergoing testosterone replacement therapy (TRT)? There are a lot of myths about testosterone replacement therapy in women driven by flawed studies and stereotypes of male …
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Written by: Dr. Natalie Ledbetter I have had the opportunity to meet many of you, but in case we have not had time to hang out in person at the clinic or over a cup of coffee, I thought I would share a little about myself. I was born in a tiny hospital just …
Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C My 4 Favorite Summertime Treatments and Products Summer in Texas is no joke, but regardless of where you live, when summer comes around, our skincare routine and treatments should change just like our wardrobes. This is important because there are some treatments and products that offer your skin extra protection …
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Written By: Katharine Ehresman I don’t know about the rest of y’all, but at 55, I’m just not interested in going into old age gracefully. Not in the slightest. I’m going in kicking and fighting all the way. Sure, when I was young and immortal my mantra was “You can never be too rich, …
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Written By: Lauren Klein THE VISIA: Consultation We all have what we believe are our main concerns and problem areas that we see…but what lies beneath? At L Aesthetics and Longevity we use a device that takes pictures of the skin to capture key visual information from different areas affecting complexion health and appearance of …
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Written by: Rebecca Marroquin, L.E. The beauty industry is forever growing with no signs of stopping anytime soon. With skincare leading the way, it was only a matter of time before Med-spas would look to gyms and fitness studios for adopting membership options for clients. And why not?? You can’t really lose if you’re looking …
Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C Just Say No: Why the Hyaluron Pen is Not a Good Option Lately I’ve been getting a ton of questions from clients about the Hyaluron Pen. If you follow trends in the cosmetic world, you likely have seen this pop up on your various social media feeds. Hyaluron …
Written by Rebecca Marroquin, L.E System is a crucial part of out immune system. It is a network made up of hundred of lymph nodes all throughout our body which transports lymph fluids back into our bloodstream. This is designed to remove toxins and bodily waste and carries white blood cells that help prevent infections. …
Written by: Katharine Ehresman How is L-Aesthetics different than other Med Spas? Well, we have the most 5 star ratings, of course. Ok, I haven’t looked at every review, but our ratings are great. And those ratings mean a lot to us because not only do we want to provide our patients with the …
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Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C How does Botox differ from dermal fillers? The differences between the two are easy to understand in theory, however, the nuances in practice can be harder to grasp. Both Botox and dermal filler are extremely popular (thank you Kardashians), non-surgical cosmetic injectable treatments that are performed within the …
Written by: Lauren Klein Are Med Spas for men? Typically you think med spa’s are just for women. WRONG! Here at L Aesthetics and Longevity we would like to break that stigma and I am here to tell you why men can benefit from med spa treatments as well! Though a lot of treatments typically …
Written by: Mary Mireles, Front Desk Supervisor Using Brilliant Distinctions to its Full Advantage One of the most powerful tools we have in our office is Allergan’s rewards program, Brilliant Distinctions. This program allows for patient’s to gain points for eligible procedures and products, and then use those points towards future treatments. When used to …
Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C Medical Spas seem to be popping up all over Texas, and Austin and the surrounding areas are no exception. Trying to choose the best Medical Spa from the immense list can be very overwhelming. While reviews online can be helpful, they come from sources that you don’t know and …
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Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C 1. Let’s Take it from the Beginning The dreaded new patient paperwork. You can’t escape it even in Aesthetic Medicine! Although tedious, this paperwork is so important to us as your providers. Your medical and aesthetic history is like adding color to a black and white photo of you. This …
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Written by: Lauren Klein, Office Coordinator “The Beauty Bee” What is Great Customer Service? The definition according to google dictionary, is ‘the assistance and advice provided by a company to those people who buy or use its products or services.’ At a Medspa, I believe your brand is defined by service excellence and not just …
Let’s Get Started with a Little Bit About Us We are L-Aesthetics & Longevity MedSpa, led by Natalie Ledbetter, MSN, MSNA, CRNA and Dr. Billy Ledbetter, Jr., M.D. Located in Austin, TX, our goal is to provide men and women of the surrounding areas with fully personalized MedSpa treatments and procedures to help them become …