Advanced Skin & Body Solutions

Category: Skin

  • New Skin Tightening Devices!

    Have you heard of Morpheus8 skin tightening in Bellevue, or Evoke facial contouring technologies? They are newer solutions to an age old problem: sagging, loose skin which gets worse as we age. Over time, our skin loses its natural stores of collagen and elastin. From there, it can be hard to restore skin tightness. You might try Botox and fillers, maybe a non-surgical thread lift, but Morpheus8 and Evoke can restore smooth, tight skin like never before.

    The devices are made by “Inmode” – a medical company with a mastery of “radiofrequency” energy and its effect on skin laxity. So how does “RF” energy affect the skin? Let’s talk about science…

    What is “Radiofrequency”?

    Since 2001, radiofrequency has been used in various forms of skin tightening; it’s a form of heat energy (electromagnetic waves). WiFi internet is even a type of RF wave. In the skin, RF energy fast-tracks collagen production when your body releases heat shock proteins. These proteins are directly linked to new collagen production. Collagen is the key to anti-aging treatments.

    Advanced Skin and Body Solutions frequently uses RF energy for skin tightening in Bellevue. You’ll love our two devices! The first, easiest device to use is Evoke facial contouring.

    NEW Evoke Headset:

    Evoke is so easy. It applies RF energy and volumetric heating deep in the skin’s subdermal layers. It’s totally non-invasive. As a simple headset, it looks like a “virtual reality” device or something from a sci-fi film. Our team places it over your cheeks / chin, and the device uses AI for precise heating over ~45 minutes. Evoke contours and tightens several areas: chin, jaw, cheeks, jowls, and the neck.

    Collagen production takes time to kick in, so you’ll likely need to return for 3-6 follow up Evoke treatments for maximum effect. You’ll start to notice tightening after just a few weeks. Your cheeks and jowls may start to look “lifted”, contoured and tighter. Luckily, there is no down time at all. There’s also no special post-care, and clients may return to their normal lifestyle immediately after treatment.

    Evoke’s only downside is that it’s limited to the face. Evoke is usually for smaller corrections, while Morpheus8 skin tightening in Bellevue achieves even more tightening.

    NEW Morpheus8 (Microneedling):

    Morpheus8 is a bigger ask for clients, but it achieves greater results. The RF microneedling component uses 24 micro-pins to reshape adipose tissue while tightening skin all over: full face, eyes, abs, glutes, back, and thighs. The pins actually kill microscopic fat cells, so you are left with less fat too. Of course, RF energy also stimulates collagen.

    It’s a bigger ask because you may feel some discomfort from Morpheus8, though we apply topical numbing beforehand to minimize that. We also offer Pro-Nox™ relaxing gas for more comfort. The reward is tighter skin, fewer wrinkles, smoother stretch marks, fewer acne scars and a more youthful appearance. It’s the best treatment to solve these issues.

    Morpheus8 skin tightening in Bellevue shows results in just 3+ weeks, with full results at 3-4 months. Most clients need 3 or more Morpheus treatments for the best result. Skin results can last from 12 to 18 months, so it’s a great decision in the long term.

    So What Are You Waiting For?

    We are currently booking Morpheus8 treatments well-in-advance, and we’re among the most popular local providers. Book your Evoke or Morpheus8 treatments today: (425) 643-5772. 📲

    We look forward to treating you.

    Thanks for reading!

  • 5 Ways to Tighten Skin!

    tighten skinIn the medical aesthetics field, skin tightening is not simply one treatment. Clients think about their goals differently. For some, skin tightening might refer to losing fat: in their stomach, flanks, abs, or anywhere that skin has “filled up” with adipose tissue. This can feel frustrating as we age (fat replaces muscle and any body contour becomes invisible). For others, skin tightening implies muscle tone; we hear clients wishing their core looked toned. Adipose tissue (fat) is one concern, while collagen and elastin are another. These proteins form the basis of tight, taught young-looking skin. We lose more collagen and elastin as we age, leading to wrinkles, sagging skin, and loss of volume. Fine lines are natural, but they don’t have to define your skin forever. Join us as we discuss 5 unique methods of Bellevue skin tightening @ Advanced Skin and Body Solutions…

     

    1) CoolSculpting® Fat Reduction:

    CoolSculpting is a revolutionary, life-changing treatment to tighten skin through body sculpting and fat reduction. It uses cold applicators to freeze (and permanently kill) fat cells in the stomach, arms, back, chest, thighs, chin, and flanks: AKA, love handles. These are common areas that gain fat over time. It’s also non-invasive, you’ll relax during treatment, and ELITE technology provides superior freezing. Are you tired of loose, “squishy” body areas which are no longer skin-tight? CoolSculpting may be your saving grace.

    2) Emsculpt NEO® Muscle Toning:

    For some, fat reduction is only half the battle. What’s the point of shedding your fat “trouble areas” if the muscles underneath need a bit more love? We always recommend healthy exercise (keep your gym membership) but Emsculpt NEO is a key piece of Bellevue skin tightening. It sheds fat through “radiofrequency” while strengthening muscles. Abs, quads, calves, biceps, triceps, and glutes can all benefit from Emsculpt. Part of skin tightening is seeing a toned body underneath your fat, and that’s what Emsculpt achieves.

    3) Evoke® Facial Contouring:

    Evoke Facial Contouring is a newer addition to our Bellevue skin-tightening arsenal. It uses a radiofrequency headset for easy, non-invasive skin tightening of the face or chin. Treatments take ~30 minutes, and it feels like a relaxing stone massage. Your face gets warm while “RF” energy triggers natural collagen and elastin production. These proteins keep skin looking young and tight. While Evoke doesn’t last forever, it is mainly used for maintenance and will keep your face tight and beautiful.

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    4) Morpheus8® Skin Tightening:

    A more in-depth solution to sagging skin is Morpheus8 radiofrequency microneedling. Again, “RF” energy does the job of reducing wrinkles and fine lines through collagen and elastin. Differently, its micro-pin matrix can apply to the full face, around the eyes, neck, abs, back, thighs, and glutes. It also reduces stretch marks and acne scars. Bellevue skin tightening with Morpheus8 at ASBS lasts longer: between 12 to 18 months before returning for maintenance treatments.

    5) Non-Surgical Thread Lift:

    Lastly, our MINT® PDO Non-Surgical Thread lift is a great way to tighten your face without going in for surgery. Our ARNP Aesthetic Injectors use tiny “polydioxanone” threads which insert into sagging skin; they trigger collagen production and gently pull up on the skin. PDO threads can apply to brows, mid-face, jowls, lip lines, chin, neck, chest, or décolleté. We may discuss Botox or dermal fillers before recommending threads, but MINT PDO is a great solution for Bellevue skin tightening.

    So with that: What’s your concern? Is it fat reduction, muscle toning, or sagging skin (loss of collagen) in the face or body? Perhaps it’s loss of volume which requires more than Botox or filler? Whatever it is, we can help. Our expert team of Licensed Master Estheticians and ARNP Injectors are trained to suggest the best solution. Not all aesthetic concerns are the same, so we’ll help you identify them in a free consultation.

    We are happy to assist or answer any questions via (425) 643-5772. You can call or text us.

    Thank you!

  • How Long Does An Evoke Facial Contour Last?

    Ready to learn about a groundbreaking facial contouring treatment that leaves you looking years younger without going under the knife?

    Yes, that’s right, there is a new facial contouring treatment in town and it’s called Evoke.

    No longer do you need to get a surgical procedure to remove fat or excess skin from your neck, cheeks, or jawline; the Evoke facial contouring treatment does it all with no surgery or downtime!

    Now that we’ve led with the good stuff, you’re probably asking yourself the following questions:

    • How does it work?
    • How long does an Evoke facial contour last?
    • Where can I get it?

    Well, we have good news! We’ve got it all laid out here in this article! So keep reading to find out about this innovative facial contouring treatment that erases time and helps boost your confidence!

    What Is Evoke Facial Contour?

    Evoke is a non-surgical, non-invasive, facial contouring treatment that uses radio frequency and volumetric heating to reach the deeper layers of the skin for a more thorough and effective treatment.

    Radio frequency, or RF is an advanced technological therapy that uses low-energy radiation to reach the deeper layers of the skin to stimulate the body’s natural collagen and elastin production.

    When your body is exposed to the RF it triggers collagen and elastin production which is an essential part of the anti-aging process. We start to lose the ability to provide collagen starting as young as our 20s! So having a treatment that stimulates and reactivates this essential skin protein is incredible.

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    How Does The Evoke Facial Contour Treatment Work?

    Another cool thing about this treatment is that it’s hands-free! The device is strapped to your face and neck and is considered comfortable, feeling like a hot stone massage. As you relax, the technology and RF therapy work like magic!

    It doesn’t take long, under an hour to complete the entire treatment actually, and while you are being treated you can work, look at your phone or read! It’s a simple, quick and comfortable treatment designed for anyone who’s looking to tone, tighten and contour their face and neck!

     

    How Long Does An Evoke Facial Contour Last?

    The whole treatment sounds too good to be true right? So if it does all that it says, it can’t possibly have long-lasting results, right? Wrong.

    If you’re still questioning how long does an Evoke facial contour last, you’ll be happy to know that once your treatment plan is over you can enjoy the results for YEARS – provided regular maintenance treatments and upkeep!

    Your aesthetic professional will discuss your needs, and goals with you and design a treatment plan that will help you get where you want to be!

    And as we said, it helps to stimulate and reactivate collagen and elastin production so the treatment will continue to benefit you long after you’ve walked out of our medispa!

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    Want To Schedule Your Evoke Facial Contouring Treatment? Connect With Advanced Skin And Body Solutions Today!

    If you’re ready to tone, tighten and recontour your face and neck, it’s time to discuss the Evoke facial contouring treatment and all of the aesthetic and body contouring treatments we provide here at Advanced Skin And Body Solutions!

    As the number one medispa in the Bellevue, WA area, we pride ourselves on the high-quality treatments we provide to our clients!

    Check out our latest blog which compares Evoke Vs. Morpheus8 for more information on some of the treatments we offer!

    Our experienced and dedicated staff is ready to help create the perfect treatment plan to help you reach all your goals and allow you to feel good and glow from the inside out!

    Schedule your free consultation today!

  • Evoke Vs. Morpheus 8 – Key Differences

    If you’re looking for a way to tighten your skin, boost collagen production, contour your body and have a more youthful appearance, you have found it with the Morpheus8 and Evoke treatments!

    As we age we lose the ability to “bounce back” when it comes to our skin. Our collagen production slows down and that’s how we get the sagging skin under our eyes, chin, knees and more.

    It’s no secret that this is not something people want, so revolutionary treatments like Morpheus8 and Evoke have come storming through the industry and providing people with the results they’re looking for.

    But how do you know which treatment is right for you? We’ve got it all broken down here in this article! So keep reading if you’re interested in learning the differences between the Evoke vs. Morpheus8 treatments.

    Technology

    When it comes to looking at how the Evoke vs. Morpheus8 treatments work, you’ll find that they are both, in fact, skin tightening and contouring treatments that utilize RF (Radiofrequency), but the way it’s used is vastly different.

    Morpheus8 uses fractional RF energy and harnesses it through a micro-pin matrix which allows the RF to penetrate deeper into the skin triggering collagen and elastin production.

    Read our most recent article about the Benefits Of RF Microneedling!

    Evoke uses RF technology through a hands-free, non-invasive device that the user actually wears around their face or neck. The Evoke technology also uses AI to precisely target and heat the areas of the skin.

    Process

    The biggest difference between the two treatments is possibly the process.

    The Morpheus8 handheld device is controlled by a master esthetician and is able to treat the face, abdomen, neck, glutes, back and thighs.

    Because it uses micro-pins, it is considered a minimally-invasive treatment. It takes anywhere from 30-60 minutes. Some clients say they feel slight discomfort, but a topical numbing treatment is applied to help ease that sensation.

    There is no downtime with the Morpheus8 treatment, but you may feel like you have a slight sunburn for up to 3 days after the treatment. Makeup is not recommended for 48 hours.

    The Evoke technology uses a hands-free device that is strapped onto the user’s face or neck and feels comparable to a hot stone massage. It’s a quick process that lasts about 30 minutes and clients can sit up and use their phones during the treatment. There is no downtime after this treatment.

    It’s important to note that these are both not “one and done” treatments. Depending on your needs your master esthetician will develop a treatment plan to ensure you get the optimal results.

    Results

    Depending on what kind of results you’re looking to achieve will help you decide which treatment is better for you when it comes to Evoke vs. Morpheus8 treatments.

    The Morpheus8 is a more in-depth treatment that works on different parts of the body and helps to not only improve skin laxity and boost collagen production, it also helps to:

    • Smooth wrinkles and stretch marks
    • Correct acne scars
    • Increase the volume of the face
    • Improve skin texture

    The Evoke treatment is for people who have less severe sagging and wrinkled skin who are looking for a quick way to re-contour their face and bring back their youthful look!

    Want To Know More About The Differences Between The Evoke Vs. Morpheus8 Treatments? See Advanced Skin And Body Solutions.

    If you’re looking for a skin tightening and contouring treatment that leaves you feeling youthful and confident, these treatments are for you! Let our master estheticians at our Bellevue medspa help you find the perfect treatment plan for your needs.

    We offer a variety of non-surgical aesthetic, body-sculpting and cosmetic treatments to help you look and feel your best.

    Contact us today to schedule a free consultation!