How Does Botox Work? It works by blocking the release of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which is responsible for activating sweat glands. By injecting Botox into specific areas with overactive sweat glands, the signals from the nerves are inhibited, reducing sweating in those regions. Botox Procedures Consultation. Meet with a qualified medical professional, …
What Is A Semaglutide? Semaglutide is a medication that belongs to the class of drugs known as glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agonists. It is used to treat type 2 diabetes mellitus in adults, as well as obesity. Moreover, it works by mimicking the action of GLP-1, a hormone that is normally released by the intestine …
Vielight Neuro Alpha It is a non-invasive neurostimulation device designed to promote brain health and cognitive function. The device uses a combination of light therapy and intranasal light therapy to stimulate the brain and enhance its natural processes. 2 Parts Of The Vielight Neuro Alpha Device The Neuro Alpha Unit is a small, …
What Does Bioidentical Testosterone Therapy Mean? Bioidentical testosterone therapy is a type of hormone replacement therapy that has gained popularity in recent years. Additionally, it involves the use of testosterone that is identical in molecular structure to the testosterone produced naturally in the body. This therapy is used to treat a variety of conditions that …
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Looking for a quick, efficient, non-intrusive treatment that’s customizable and delivers radiant results? DiamondGlow might be the right treatment for you! It is the ideal way to rejuvenate your skin before a special event because there is no downtime. How does DiamondGlow work? DiamondGlow’s glowing effects are not caused by chemical exfoliation. Instead, it physically …
Noticing any new signs of aging like wrinkles? Having an uneven skin tone resulting from a severe acne breakdown? This treatment may be the one you are looking for! A chemical peel, which is a rehabilitative cosmetic procedure, may help you look younger on your face. During a chemical peel, a dermatologist will apply a …
Brief History of Dermal Filler Injectable fillers were first developed in the 1800s. Medical professionals discovered they could extract fatty tissue from one area of the body and inject it into another to restore lost volume to facial defects and scars. It took years before another option was available to those who wanted volume correction …
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Did you know? Botulinum toxin is probably most notable in medical history because it was the first microbial injection used to treat disease. Injecting bacterial products into the human body was a novel invention. Botox, derived from botulinum toxin, was originally intended for people with strabismus (crossed eyes) during the 70s. Several years later, …
By Dr Natalie Ledbetter Whether you’re wanting to firm up after having a baby or losing weight or wanting to tighten up your skin without undergoing the knife, non-surgical skin tightening treatments can do a lot to help with unwanted skin laxity. Instead of having skin removed surgically, non-surgical treatments use energy to tone and …
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By Dr. Natalie Ledbetter Do you want to maintain hydrated wrinkle-free skin that’s youthful for as long as possible? It’s doable if you use a preventative skincare protocol. Most skin care experts agree on certain preventative skincare musts and recommend starting a high-quality skincare routine in your 20s to slow the hands of time. Around …
By Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM Have you heard of the no downtime, “no-peel” chemical peel? It is the PRX-T33 peel and I just discovered it and I’m a huge fan! I am in the middle of a series of 4 of these chemical peels, one a week for four weeks and my skin already looks …
Sofwave is a relatively new device in the US and is this year’s Elle Magazine “Future of Beauty” award winner. It is a non-surgical noninvasive treatment to lift and tighten saggy skin and treat wrinkles using ultrasound. The best part is there is no downtime! Really! Today I want to share my personal experience with …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. Skincare, why start young? I will tell you why. One of the most common things I hear from people who come into our office and see me is, “You are so young, I wish I would’ve started that early!” Which, yes, I am definitely younger than the main demographic of …
By Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM We are all so busy these days that the thought of a couple weeks or more of downtime after a face, neck, or brow lift is enough to steer many of us into looking at non-surgical skin tightening and lifting. There are a confusing number of devices on the market …
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By Tara Bertoldo NP It’s that time of year again… It’s laser facial season! The days are shorter and we are further from the sun. Most of us won’t be tanning on the beach or the boat in the next few months. It’s the perfect time to resurface, renew, and bake some new collagen. And …
By Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM There have been a lot of searches recently for “How to look younger naturally”. Most of us would like to look younger if we are in our 30s and over, or at least look our best. There is much more to looking or being attractive than looking young and …
By Katie Ladner L.E. “What is PRP?” you may ask. It stands for platelet rich plasma. To obtain it, the patient’s own blood is drawn, placed into a centrifuge and spun to isolate the platelets. The plasma, which contains the platelets, then is used and can be microneedled or injected into the skin. The best …
By Dr. Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM Deoxycholic acid, also known as cholanoic acid is a bile acid normally found in the human body that breaks down fats. The most well-known brand name deoxycholic acid is Kybella from Allergan, the makers of Botox. This naturally occurring acid is used in aesthetic medicine to treat small …
By Katie Ladner L.E. Right now we are turning a corner; we’re at the end of summer and waiting for the fall season. Fall season is my favorite season. I love decorating for fall and Halloween and pumpkin spice lattes. How exciting! But what excites me the most is fall is laser and peel …
By Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM What is the beauty dictionary lip chart trend? I was wondering that myself when I had multiple clients here in Austin mention it to me when they came in for their lip filler recently. What I discovered is that the lip chart TikTok trend involves taking a picture of …
By: Erin Roche Why am I talking about laser hair removal? Look, we have all been there, we spend countless hours in the shower shaving every little piece of hair we can find, just to step out of the shower and immediately get the goosebumps! Argh!! Now the hair is already back! I …
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By Kelsie Matthews, L.E. Wouldn’t it be cool if you never had to shave AGAIN in your life? Lucky for you, it’s possible. This is where laser hair removal comes into play. This is a technology that has been around for years, but has come a very long way since then, making it a great …
By Natalie Ledbetter CRNA, DAcOM Sclerotherapy has been used for decades. No, it is not an exotic treatment for overcoming issues from childhood. It is a method of treating spider veins and varicose veins. The lymphatic vessels can be treated with sclerotherapy as well. Sclerotherapy uses a medication or chemical solution that is injected …
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FAQ: “I Have Heard That Radio Frequency Microneedling Like Morpheus and Scarlet Hurt. What is Usually Done to Help With That?” By Natalie Ledbetter, CRNA Radio frequency microneedling procedures such as Scarlet and Morpheus8 have become extremely popular lately due to their skin tightening, resurfacing, wrinkle relaxing, and fat reducing capabilities. I mean, who wouldn’t …
By Kristan Braziel, Freelance Writer and Marketing Specialist When someone says they have hooded eyes, that means they have skin under their brow bone that overlaps the crease of the eyelid. As you age, gravity starts to pull that skin down further and further, making your eyes look heavy and tired. As I went …
By freelance writer and marketing specialist, Kristan Braziel When I turned 50 last year, I couldn’t get over how big that number sounded. How… old it sounded. I remember my mom seeming far older at 50 than I felt on my 50th. She’s never looked her age, though. My mom has gorgeous skin and …
By Melissa Miller, Master Body Contouring Specialist How to keep your lips safe in the sun Before every summer outing or beach trip, you probably slather yourself with sunscreen. But you might be forgetting an important area prone to burning: the lips. Your lips, especially the lower lip, are constantly exposed to sunlight when outside. …
By Kelsie Matthews, L.E. What is high frequency? High frequency is a common facial treatment that is used for rejuvenation of the skin as well as treating acne. The device used is typically a glass probe that combines electrical current with argon or neon gas inside. When the electric current passes through the probe, …
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By Madison McDaniel Picture this….. you are in Sephora, you’ve been shopping all day, you just had a lovely brunch with some Mimosas on the side, and you are in a FABULOUS mood. As you are browsing all the black and white colored shelves a cute store associate comes over, and tells you all about …
By Natalie Ledbetter, CRNA Botox is a neuromodulator protein (a messenger that affects the transmission of signals from nerves to other nerves or muscles) produced in a lab by the Clostridium botulinum bacteria. It prevents the release of acetylcholine from the nerve endings at the neuromuscular junction blocking signals from the nerves to the muscles …
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By Katie Ladner, L.E. In today’s blog I wanted to cover some questions about laser hair removal. I have had so many questions regarding the process and because of the onset of summer, I figured this would be such a good topic to cover. The top questions I get are: Is laser hair removal permanent? …
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By: Katie Ladner, Licensed Esthetician One of my favorite treatments that is extremely understated at our practice is the Forma by Inmode. In this little blurb I want to break down what Forma is and how it may be the treatment for you. What is Forma? Forma is a skin and tissue remodeling …
Written by: Lauren Klein The journey is real, and we get a lot of questions on what to expect with getting dermal fillers, but especially in the lip. I am here to talk about the day to day journey leading up to your appointment and what to expect after you have been injected. Schedule …
Written by: Melissa Miller What is NanoLaserPeel? Nothing shows age like our skin. If your skin looks dull and tired, you may be considering (or already doing) treatments like a chemical peel or microdermabrasion. These are treatments that use chemicals or abrasive materials to remove the top layer of the skin promoting …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. Since I have been in the Aesthetics industry, I have gotten Botox and Filler a few times. Although I am only in my 20s, I wanted to get a head start on the aging process. Being so young and not knowing that much about injectables at that point in …
Written by: Natalie Ledbetter Do you have stubborn pockets of fat you can’t seem to get rid of? Have you started noticing loose skin or pesky cellulite and want to avoid invasive plastic surgery or traditional liposuction procedures that have a long recovery process? This non-invasive, non-painful body contouring treatment offers a comfortable solution …
Written by: Kristan Braziel LeBeron, Loyal Patient of L-Aesthetics & Longevity Years ago, a friend of mine – in her 30’s at the time – told me as she was looking in her compact mirror, tugging at the skin of her forehead, that she was behind on getting in for Botox injections. “What? Why …
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Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Scared of pain during some of our laser procedures? Well, we have something that can help! ProNox is a system that can help ease anxiety, and therefore pain, during some of our uncomfortable procedures. ProNox delivers a gas through a mouthpiece that is made up of 50% nitrous oxide …
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: Katie Ladner, L.E, Tis the season to start working on your body contouring goals before we are in bikini season. At L Aesthetics we have various types of body contouring treatments such as the famous Cool Sculpt Elite treatment, to EmSculpt and Evolve. Right now you might be saying what are …
Written by: Stephanie Borjas, NP The most common injection site for a filler from Allergan’s Juvederm line is filler injected into the lips for a prettier, more fuller or defined pout. In our medspa, we use Juvederm Ultra XC to accent our clients lips and help them reach their aesthetic goals. I remember when …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Tired of having undereye bags and wrinkles? How about acne or other types of skin lesions? Agnes would be wonderful for you! Agnes is a laser, a microneedling with radiofrequency technology that can help treat all of those conditions plus more! Did I mention fat reduction in certain areas, too? …
Written by: Jennifer McClead In recent years, beauty circles have become more interested in achieving fuller, more voluminous lips. But for someone new to the world of aesthetics, finding a procedure that works for you can be pretty daunting. At L-Aesthetics & Longevity, we offer two options to help you get natural looking, beautiful …
Written By: Stephanie Borjas, NP Have you tried to take a picture & found that the front facing camera was on? Were you shocked to see that double chin staring back at you?! I know I’ve had the displeasure of realizing my quarantine snacks have caught up to me. Do not fear, for Kybella …
Written by: Natalie Ledbetter Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) and Broad Band Light (BBL) For any of you who are in your 40’s or above (maybe even in your 30’s), do you regret the days you spent blissfully tanning on the beach or by the pool, or even in your backyard possibly slathered in baby …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Eyebrows are such an important part of the face that can often be overlooked. Although they tend to trend with different shapes and sizes, I always recommend following the natural shape with which you were born. Brows frame the face and allow our features to stand out, such …
Written By: Madison McDaniel I think by now we all know the word Botox and what it means. Used for decreasing fine lines and wrinkles, it is known for being a magical little chemical age defyer that all your aunts, grandparents, moms and sisters are all hooked on. The real question is when is …
Written by: Stephanie Borjas, NP Ever notice those lines on the sides of your nose that become more obvious when you make a “stinky” face, laugh or smile? In the aesthetic business, we call those lines “bunny lines”. Although they have a cute name, and start out as harmless wrinkles that disappear when not …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C What is Forma? Forma is non-surgical, skin tightening and elasticity treatment to improve skin laxity, fine lines and wrinkles. It administers radiofrequency, which is a thermal energy (heat), to the deep layer of the skin, which stimulates the tissue to create collagen and contract. The energy is administered uniformly through the electrodes, …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Hyperhidrosis is a condition in which a person sweats more than what is normal. It can occur under the armpits, the hands and feet, and also the face. There is no harm that is caused by this, however, it can lead to embarrassment and annoyance for the person suffering from …
Written by: Lauren Klein It’s here and we are so excited to be the first practice in Austin to offer Coolsculpting Elite to our patients. We have the Coolsculpting Elite at all four of our offices. You can find it at L Aesthetics and Longevity in Bee Cave, Evo in Lakeway, Jon Ric in …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. What are they? BBL and IPL are forms of photofacial treatments. They both use light-based energy to correct dyschromias and discoloration in the skin, as well as provide anti-aging benefits like collagen production. BBL is the photofacial technology from Sciton Inc. Whereas IPL is used with many other …
Written By: Brielle Kirk, PA-C When coming into the office for a filler appointment, it might be confusing to know which filler you need. In this post, I will provide a brief overview of each filler from Juvederm. Juvederm Volbella XC Longevity: 12 months Area – natural, hydrated appearance of the lips and filling in …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Hey everyone! I wanted to document my experience with getting lip fillers for the first time! I know the anticipation of getting fillers can be nerve-wracking, especially for the first time. So, I figured it would be nice to know an actual injector’s point of view during and after getting …
Written by: Natalie Ledbetter Do you have sunspots or freckles you would like to get rid of? Are you suffering from rosacea or visible blood vessels on your face or nose? Would you like your skin to become healthier and more vibrant looking? If you answered yes to any of these questions an IPL or …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Hate those lines extending downward from your nose towards your mouth? They are often referred to as “smile lines,” but they are really called nasolabial folds (NLF). I would say they are one of the most common complaints I hear from patients consulting at our medical spa. It is normal …
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Written by: Stephanie Marie Borjas, FNP-C When choosing a medspa, something to consider is which dermal filler they use as a practice. Juvederm by Allergan and Restylane by Galderma are the leading dermal fillers in the world of aesthetics. Dermal fillers are made up of hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid naturally occurs in the …
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Written by: Lauren Klein Face masks and coverings have become “The Norm” as we navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. With nothing but your eyes showing, we don’t want to be defined by how old we look, so let your eyes tell your story! With good products and measures taken at L-Aesthetics and Longevity we want …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Lately, I’ve been hearing from a lot of people that their Botox does not work for them anymore. This can be super frustrating, but here are 3 reasons why this may be happening.1. Incorrect Dosing The amount of units injected into the muscles determine how well the Botox is going …
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Written by: Stephanie Marie Borjas, FNP-C Heard the news? Moderna’s COVID19 vaccine may cause temporary swelling in patients with cosmetic filler! During Phase 3 of the vaccine’s clinical trials, two participants with facial fillers experienced swelling at the site of their injectables. Hyaluronic Acid dermal fillers such as Juvederm are injected into areas that …
Written by: Melissa Miller Women and men all around the world have hair on some part of the body. Waxing and shaving can be expensive and time consuming, only to have it grow back within a few days. My favorite option for those pesky follicles is laser hair reduction at L Aesthetics and Longevity …
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Written by: Stephanie Marie Borjas, FNP-C (she/her/ella) Botox is neurotoxin treatment by Allergan pharmaceuticals that is FDA approved for treating fine lines and wrinkles caused by the repeated contraction of muscle movement. Its popularity in mainstream media can bring about product awareness but confusion regarding its safety and efficacy. Here are 5 Botox myths: debunked! 1- …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. If you are not familiar with what the HALO treatment is, check out my recent post “Everything you need to know about HALO”. In short, the HALO is a hybrid fractional laser that is used for resurfacing and rejuvenating the skin. It can help improve pore size, acne scarring, …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Winter is here, meaning it is laser season! I want to review micro needling with radiofrequency so we all have an understanding of it and how it works! In particular, I will be discussing Morpheus8 since this is a popular one we use! Morpheus8 is a fractional skin treatment with …
Written By: Kelsie Matthews, L.E. HALO is much more than just a Beyonce song. It is one of the best laser resurfacing treatments offered today. Thanks to modern technology, you no longer have to go under the knife to have beautiful skin. What is the HALO treatment? HALO is the first ever …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C When getting Botox, we typically think of alleviating fine lines and wrinkles of the forehead, glabella, and crows’ feet. However, there are a lot more uses for Botox! Underneath the lateral brow: Botox placed here can create a lift to the brows. This is important in a person with heavy upper …
Written by: Melissa Miller Bags under your eyes or mild swelling or puffiness under the eyes are common as you age. With aging, the tissues around your eyes, including some of the muscles supporting your eyelids, weaken. Normal fat that helps support the eyes can then move into the lower eyelids, causing the lids …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Often, people can engage in lifestyle habits that make treatment time complicated and healing time longer. Make your appointment go a lot smoother and optimize your healing by following some of these recommendations! Before your appointment: – Do not have any dental procedures or vaccinations 2 weeks before injection appointment. …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C I’m sure you’ve heard of Botox by now, but there are some other neuromodulators out on the market that work similarly to Botox. Another popular one is called Dysport. They are similar but not the same, so I will differentiate the two for you to better understand! First, let’s …
Written by: Melissa Miller CUSTOMIZABLE HANDS-FREE BODY REMODELING, MUSCLE TONING AND CELLULITE TREATMENTS What is Evolve Trim? Evolve Trim is an innovative non-invasive, non surgical solution designed specifically to reduce the unsightly appearance of cellulite. Multiple body areas can be treated simultaneously leaving you with a more natural looking you. How does Evolve Trim …
Written by: Brielle Kirk, PA-C Difference between Neuromodulators: Botox vs Dysport I’m sure you have all heard about Dysport, but what exactly is the difference between Dysport and Botox? Read below to find out! First, let’s discuss Botox. Botox (OnabotulinumtoxinA) is the leading neuromodulator in the beauty industry and has been around …
Written by: Lauren Klein Agnes RF is a non-surgical radio frequency device that treats bags under the eyes using this new technique! Agnes uses effective technology of radio frequency to target specific areas like under the eyes and jowls. The needle has an insulated coating which protects other structures in the skin as well …
Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C Brown spots, red spots, Rosacea, ohh my! If you are like many and struggle with uneven skin tone, you know how challenging it is to improve this. At L Aesthetics, we have the answer — the Lumecca IPL device by InMode! What is IPL? IPL, which stands for Intense Pulsed …
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 : Mary Mireles, L.E Morphues8, Halo and Neogen. What do these three procedures have in common? If at all familiar with these treatments, patients know to expect downtime and often see these as the treatments that work. However, what patient’s often don’t think of is how important it is to properly prepare the …
Written By: Blaise Geyer, PA-C The Do’s and Don’ts of Post Injectable Care So you made it through your first injectable appointment, congratulations! Understandably it’s a little scary leading up to that first appointment, but you nailed it. Now that you’re through the first appointment, let’s address some common side effects and post care do’s …
Written by: Blaise Geyer PA-C You’ve finally decided to pull the trigger and you’ve scheduled your Botox and/or dermal filler appointment. Yipee! But then panic sets in..what should you expect and how do you prepare for your appointment? Nerves are normal especially before your first visit, however, we want you to feel as comfortable …
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Written by: Lauren Klein, Office Coordinator Invasive VS Non-Invasive Procedures An invasive procedure is technically “going under the knife”. A medical procedure in which this skin is manipulated in some sort of way, typically leaving an incision or scar. • Face lift • Tummy tuck • Facial/body contouring Non-invasive procedures are those which leave the …
By: Katharine Ehresman, Patient Coordinator Why I Chose Morpheus 8 and NeoGen Plasma Treatments There are some advantages of growing older and maturing. For instance, when I say, “Well, bless your heart” to someone now, it carries considerably more sting. Or, I suppose being called mam and knowing I’ve earned it. However, there are the …
Written by Blaise Geyer, PA-C “The Beauty Blaiser” But They’re All Called Juvederm: Clearing up the Juvederm Filler Confusion You come in expecting to get Juvederm Ultra in your cheeks because we’re running a special, but then your injector tells you that we need to use Voluma instead. But why? They’re all Juvederm products so …
Ok, so I am not really a vain person, but the day I turned 40, I cried. Literally. I suddenly looked so old, or maybe I had been looking old and just didn’t notice it. Whatever was up, I decided to fight like a girl and I wasn’t going to go down easy. I started …