Lasers emit a gentle beam of light that passes through the skin to the hair follicle where it is absorbed. The energy from the laser is converted into heat that paralyzes the hair follicle while leaving surrounding skin unharmed. This method of hair removal eliminates 60 times the hair per treatment than electrolysis.

A few facts about laser hair removal:

• The treatment regimen results in long lasting hair removal, permanent hair reduction and high patient satisfaction. Though there are no published guarantees on the procedure’s lifespan, typical results run from one to five years for removal and usually longer (to permanent) for hair reduction.

• Usually requires several visits (3-5) to achieve the desired effect so FX recommends series pricing for each area. For example, an upper lip might be $90 per visit. Assuming 5 visits, that totals to $450. So if you waxed your lip once a month for 2.5 years, that would total $450 (at $15 a visit) not including tips and time spent. The math is obvious. Laser hair removal/reduction is a sound investment.

• With each treatment, you will notice a reduction in hair thickness and quantity; it often takes five visits, 4-8 weeks apart, to achieve the best results.

• Effectively treats virtually all hair colors and hair textures.

• Removes hair from all skin types.

• Quickly and efficiently eliminates hair from all parts of the body, regardless of follicle depth or how large or small the area. This includes sensitive areas like the lip, under the arms, and around the bikini line, as well as large areas like a man’s back or a pair of legs.

• Accomplishes successful hair removal with minimal patient discomfort, side effects or interruption of routine activities.

Microdermabrasion
Microdermabrasion is a safe and non-invasive procedure using micronized crystals to exfoliate the outer, dull layer of dead skin, while smoothing and retexturizing the skin. This treatment stimulates the production of new cells, giving the skin a fresh and healthy glow. Brown spots, fine lines, and even light scarring can be diminished with a series of treatments.

Spider Vein Treatment (Sclerotherapy)
A tiny needle is used to inject the skin on a patient’s legs or face. The mediaction collapses the small spider veins which are then reabsorbed by the body. This treatment is not intended for varicose veins.

Physician Sponsored Pharmaceutical Grade Glycolic Acid Treatments
Experience a time-honored method certain to provide results on your skin tone, clarity, age spots, fine lines and wrinkles. This process helps to reverse sun damage and rebuild collagen lost over the years. A “Step-Up” program is available where the level of glycolic acid is increased with each visit to achieve maximum results. This treatment must be predetermined by our estheticians and home care must begin 2 weeks prior to peel commencement. Don’t wait to see the signs of aging before you change your skin care routine! We unconditionally guarantee results.

Coming in 2007, FX will be bringing on an additional medical director, a dermatologist, who will offer treatments such as BOTOX and Restylane to better serve you.

BOTOX® Cosmetics treats facial wrinkles in the forehead, between the eyes, and in the “crows feet” area (upper third of the face). Botox works by weakening the muscles of facial expressions. Once the resting tones of the treated muscles are weakened, the pull on the muscles relaxes and the overlying skin flattens.

Restylane Therapy involves an injectable gel containing Hyaluronic Acid which occurs naturally in all living organisms. Restylane is safe and effective for filling moderate to severe wrinkles around the nose and mouth. Most patients need one injection to get optimal correction; about one-third of patients will need more than one injection to get a satisfactory result. The effects typically last for up to six months.