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August 17, 2017

What’s New at AYA™: Experience the CoolAdvantage™ from CoolSculpting®

Here at AYA™ Medical Spa, we pride ourselves on providing our patients with not only the best medical-grade skincare products and services available, but also the newest and most up-to-date ones as well. By consistently updating our menu of cosmetic treatments, our hope is to offer every patient with a number of potential options to help rejuvenate their appearance and feel great about the way they look. Sometimes these additions come in the form of entirely new treatments or products, and sometimes they may just be tweaks to one of our existing cosmetic services.

What’s New at AYA™ Experience the CoolAdvantage™ from CoolSculpting®

We have long been fans of CoolSculpting® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction and its amazing ability to help treat areas of stubborn fat all over the body. In order to offer our patients the best-possible experience from their CoolSculpting® treatments, our licensed providers are implementing the newest innovations in fat reduction like the CoolMini™ for the double chin as well as the new CoolAdvantage™ applicator system.

The CoolAdvantage™ applicator system allows patients to achieve outstanding results in nearly half the time of a standard CoolSculpting® treatment session. This adaptable 3-in-1 applicator makes the CoolAdvantage™ perfect for reducing fat in different areas of the body without the need for surgery. The CoolFit Advantage™ is ideal for vertical areas of fat like the inner thigh whereas the CoolCore Advantage™ is perfect for treating the contours of the abdomen and hard to reach areas around the waist.

We’ve also bolstered our selection of skincare products by adding amazing new products from top brands like Auspect™ Skincare and Regenica®. Auspect™ Hydrate Plus is specially formulated to help replenish facial skin after the end of a long day. Regenica® Replenishing Crème uses advanced technology to repair aging skin cells to help maintain a healthier, younger-looking complexion.

Striving to provide the best and most innovative cosmetic technology available is a large part of what has made AYA™ one of the Atlanta areas most trusted medical spas for over a decade. If you need help figuring out which of our skincare treatments would best help you achieve the aesthetic improvements you desire, come into any of our three Alpharetta or Atlanta area locations (Avalon, Phipps Plaza, Northside) for a complimentary skincare analysis today. For more information, please contact AYA™ Medical Spa today. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Google+ for more skincare tips, photos, and updates.

August 11, 2017

Save the Date: The AYA™ Fall Open House Events

You are cordially invited to help AYA™ Medical Spa kick off our fall event season. The Avalon Fall Open House will be held on Thursday, September 14th, 2017 from 5pm to 8pm at our Avalon location in Alpharetta. The Phipps Plaza Fall Open House will take place on Thursday, September 21st, 2017 from 5pm to 8pm at AYA™ Phipps Plaza.

To help celebrate the special occasions, we’ll be offering 20% off our entire line of medical-grade skincare products. Patients can also enjoy exclusive, in-person discounts on several of our most exciting and in-demand cosmetic treatments including facial filler injections, Kybella® Fat Reduction for the double chin, CoolSculpting® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction, and Sciton® Laser Treatments. Our entire team of Licensed Estheticians, Nurse Practitioners, Cosmetic Injectors, and Physician Assistants will be on hand to treat patients who make appointments in advance to a complimentary cosmetic consultation or skincare analysis. Representatives from leading skincare manufacturers including Allergan will be available to provide tips and answer questions on a large number of skincare products and services.

As an added treat, we’ll be providing attendees with chances to receive several bonus offers at both events. For instance, the first 25 people to spend $200 or more at either Open House will receive a free VIP Swag Bag full of goodies from AYA™. Patients who purchase 3 facial filler treatments will receive 20 free units of Botox®, while those who purchase 5 Sciton® Laser Treatments will receive a complimentary Obagi® Skincare Kit valued at $450. Check out our flyer to see all the exclusive deals and bonus offers available!

All events at AYA™ are special to us, but none more so than our Open Houses. We see these events as the perfect chance to give back to our amazing, loyal patients who support us so much throughout the year, while also having the opportunity to welcome plenty of new faces into the AYA™ Medical Spa community. Patients who RSVP in advance will also be eligible to receive free gifts. There will be raffles to win treatments and products such as CoolSculpting® treatments, Chemical Peels and more. Those in attendance will be treated to hors d’oeuvres and refreshments from Bite.

AYA™ Fall Open House attendees don’t have to RSVP for these FREE events, but appointments are required for patients who want to enjoy a complimentary skincare analysis or cosmetic consultation. Our 20% off skincare product promotion is available by phone up until the day of the event. To RSVP and book your consultation, contact AYA™ Avalon at (678) 534-5035 or email avalon@ayamedspa.com or contact AYA™ Phipps Plaza at (404) 842-1772 or email at aya@ayamedspa.com.

August 2, 2017

Presenting the August Specials & Events at AYA™ Medical Spa

Happy August, everyone! It’s time to say goodbye to summer and make the transition to back-to-school mode. While we will surely miss all the fun in the sun that summer brings, we couldn’t be more excited for what the upcoming fall season has in store. This August at AYA™ Medical Spa is jam-packed with special events, exclusive sales, and excellent savings on many of our most in-demand cosmetic services, treatments, and skincare products. Continue reading for all the details on our skincare specials and events for August!

AYA™ August Skincare Specials

All month long, we are offering fantastic savings on a massive selection of skincare services for the entire body. Whether you desire a chemical peel, non-surgical fat reduction, Sciton® Laser Treatments, or more, our August specials provide plentiful opportunities for safe, simple cosmetic rejuvenation. Check out the flyer for all the details on our skincare specials!

Save the Date: AYA™ Fall Open House Events!

Avalon Fall Open House – Thursday, September 14th, 2017 from 5pm to 8pm

Phipps Plaza Fall Open House – Thursday, September 21st, 2017 from 5pm to 8pm

Our semi-annual Open Houses are always extremely special events for us and our patients. If you are interested in enjoying exclusive discounts, learning more about our entire menu of cosmetic treatments and services, and becoming more connected with the AYA™ community, our Fall Open Houses present the perfect chance to do so. Both Fall Open House events will feature different promotional giveaways, so we highly recommend for everyone to experience both events in-person. We loving having the opportunity to see our loyal patients in-person and make new friends at our Open Houses and can’t wait to see everyone!

Stay tuned in the coming weeks for more details!

What’s New at AYA™: CoolSculpting® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction with the CoolAdvantage™ Applicator

To help provide our patients with the best-possible CoolSculpting® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction experience, we are proud to announce that we now offering CoolSculpting® treatments using the CoolAdvantage™ applicator system. With the CoolAdvantage™ applicator, our licensed providers can perform CoolSculpting® treatments in nearly half the time. The adaptable 3-in-1 applicator makes the CoolAdvantage™ perfect for treating areas like the abdomen, thighs, and flanks.

AYA™ also offers gift cards that are good towards all of our cosmetic treatments, services, and skincare products. All promotions are valid through August 31st, 2017 – while supplies last. For more info on the AYA™ Medical Spa skincare specials and events for August, please visit our specials and events page. To schedule your complimentary skincare analysis, contact AYA™ Medical Spa today or stop by any of our three locations (Avalon, Phipps Plaza, and Northside). Have a great August from everyone at AYA™!

July 26, 2017

Dear #AYA: Cosmetic Treatments for the Legs

Welcome back to another entry in our Dear #AYA series. The summertime seems to have people thinking about their beach bodies. We have received a ton of questions from people trying to look and feel their best during vacation season. Specifically, we’ve heard from many patients seeking cosmetic treatments to help rejuvenate the appearance of their legs. That’s why our skincare experts have stopped by to answer a few questions about some of the exciting cosmetic services for the legs available at AYA™, including CoolSculpting® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction, PDO Threads, and Laser Hair Removal.

Dear #AYA,

I’ve tried everything to shed fat from my thighs, but haven’t had any success. Can you recommend something that can help trim my legs?

Sincerely,
Getting a Bit Frustrated

Dear Getting a Bit Frustrated,

We have just what you’re looking for. Our licensed providers have been safely and effectively treating excess body fat with CoolSculpting® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction for years. CoolSculpting® is FDA-approved to minimize fat that accumulates on the inner and outer thighs. By using controlled cooling, CoolSculpting® is able to naturally kill fat cells without harming the skin. We recommend CoolSculpting® for people who are trying to get rid of some resistant, stubborn fat in their thigh area, not those who are interested in losing a large amount of weight.

Dear #AYA,

Is there anything I can do to remedy wrinkles and loose skin that appear around my knees?

Sincerely,
Lotion isn’t Cutting it

Dear Lotion isn’t Cutting it,

Although it is popularly known as a treatment for the face, PDO Threads can have astonishing results for patients trying to treat wrinkles that appear above their knees. PDO Threads can help reduce wrinkles and restore smoother, younger-looking skin by stimulating natural collagen production in the legs.

Dear #AYA,

I plan on undergoing Laser Hair Removal sometime in the next month. Is there anything I should do in the weeks leading up to my treatments to help prepare?

Sincerely,
Looking Forward to it

Dear Looking Forward to it,

For patients planning on undergoing laser hair removal, we recommend avoiding plucking, waxing, and electrolysis for six weeks leading up to your treatment. This is because the laser targets the roots of leg hair, which can be temporarily removed by waxing or plucking. We also suggest limiting sun exposure to the legs for six weeks before and after treatment to help promote the best possible results.

Thanks to everyone who submitted their questions! We love hearing from our patients and are always happy to provide skincare tips and advice when we get the chance. For anyone who may prefer a more hands-on experience, please come into any of our three AYA™ locations (Avalon, Phipps Plaza, Northside) for your complimentary skincare analysis today. For more information please contact AYA™ Medical Spa. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Google+ for more news, special offers and updates.

July 20, 2017

Trend Watch: Preventative Injectables for Millennials

The popularity of non-surgical injectables treatments has exploded over the last decade. Patients love having the ability to treat wrinkles, facial lines, and other visible signs of aging without the investment and time commitment required for invasive surgical procedures. Although these anti-aging treatments are commonly associated with older patients trying to restore a more youthful look, we have noticed a surge in recent years of younger patients using injectables to try to fight off the effects of aging before they even take hold.

Trend Watch Preventative Injectables for Millennials

We call these preventative injectables treatments. According to the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery’s (ASAPS) annual report, more than one million cosmetic injectables treatments were performed on patients between the ages of 19-34 last year. While anti-aging care for the young may seem counterintuitive, preventative injectables can have astonishing results for those interested in preventing wrinkles or lost facial volume before they become an issue.

Botox® Cosmetic injections are commonly used to reduce the appearance of dynamic wrinkles, or wrinkles caused by specific facial muscle movements. These refer to horizontal lines across the forehead, crow’s feet, and lines that appear in-between the eyes. Preventative Botox® injections can be used to improve the facial posture and prevent dynamic wrinkles before they form. By applying Botox® before wrinkles begin to appear, we are able to train the facial muscles which can lead to more graceful, wrinkle-free aging.

Just as receiving Botox® injections can be used as a wrinkle-prevention measure for younger patients, preventative facial filler injections can help reduce the amount of facial volume lost over time. The loss of facial volume occurs as a result of diminished collagen production due to natural aging, sun damage, or weight fluctuation. A recent study performed by the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) discovered that hyaluronic acid-based facial fillers like Juvéderm®, Restylane® & Sculptra® Aesthetic can actually promote healthy, natural collagen production to help keep the facial skin strong and plump before facial volume begins to recede.

Here at AYA™ Medical Spa, we stress the importance of seeing an expert for any and all cosmetic injectables treatments. This is especially important when it comes to preventable injectables. Some novice injectors may think it’s right to use the same amount of an injectable treatment on a younger patient as they would on an older one. But preventative injectables treatments require a steady hand and expert knowledge to provide the best, most natural-looking results. For more information or to schedule a complimentary skincare analysis, please contact AYA™ Medical Spa today. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Instagram for more photos, news, and updates.

July 12, 2017

How to Recognize and Treat Your Rosacea

It’s natural to experience facial redness every now and again. After all, we all get a bit flushed from time to time as a result of being overheated, stressed out, or spending too much time out in the sun. But consistent redness in the face can be a sign of something more than just run of the mill flare-ups. If you experience consistent episodes of facial redness that last a bit longer than normal, you may be suffering from rosacea.

How to Recognize and Treat Your Rosacea

Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes redness in the skin and blood vessels in the face to become more visible. Some patients may experience small, red bumps on the face that can be mistaken for acne. It’s also fairly common for people with rosacea to experience dryness and irritation in their eyes, as well as some swelling and redness around the eyelids. Although it can occur in anyone, rosacea most commonly affects middle-aged women with more fair complexions.

The cause of rosacea is still being researched, but it typically results from a combination of hereditary and environmental factors. Rosacea symptoms can be aggravated by increased blood flow to the surface of your skin caused by overexposure to the sun, spicy foods, alcoholic drinks, stress, strenuous exercise, and more. Regardless of what triggers your symptoms, you don’t have to live with the discomfort and embarrassment of rosacea.

Here at AYA™ Medical Spa, we offer a wide variety of skincare treatments intended to help our patients improve their self-esteem by treating the effects of rosacea. For instance, Sciton® BroadBand Light™ (BBL™) uses light-based energy to break up the uneven tone of facial skin and, as an added bonus, stimulate new collagen growth to make the treated areas look younger. Phototherapy treatments combine BBL™ with controlled heat to treat the symptoms of rosacea, as well as other facial imperfections like age spots, sun spots, and wrinkles.

Treating rosacea can be a tricky and frustrating ordeal in its own right. That’s why it’s so important to visit with a knowledgeable, experienced skincare specialist like the licensed estheticians at AYA™. We offer all our patients a complimentary skincare analysis to get a better understanding of their unique skin type, including any conditions, allergies or sensitivities they may have, in order to recommend the skincare treatments and products that will best help them achieve their aesthetic goals. For more information on rosacea or other skin conditions, please contact AYA™ Medical Spa today. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Google+, and Instagram for more skincare tips, photos, news, and more.

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What’s New at AYA™: Experience the CoolAdvantage™ from CoolSculpting®

Save the Date: The AYA™ Fall Open House Events

Presenting the August Specials & Events at AYA™ Medical Spa

AYA™ August Skincare Specials

Save the Date: AYA™ Fall Open House Events!

What’s New at AYA™: CoolSculpting® Non-Surgical Fat Reduction with the CoolAdvantage™ Applicator

Dear #AYA: Cosmetic Treatments for the Legs

Trend Watch: Preventative Injectables for Millennials

How to Recognize and Treat Your Rosacea