What is Microneedling? Microneedling can be used for cosmetic purposes. It involves the use of tiny sterilized needles to puncture the skin. You will see a difference in your skin's appearance and health as a result of the tiny wounds. It might also be called collagen induction treatment.

VI Peels-The VI Peel (Vitality Institute), is a gentle and effective medical-grade chemical treatment for acne and acne scarring. It can be used to treat fine lines, wrinkles and age spots, skin aging, sun damage, hyperpigmentation, melasma or rosacea, enlarged and oily skin, as well as acne scarring and acne scarring. There are five types of peels to choose from:

What is Anti-aging treatment? Anti-aging treatment are specifically designed for reducing wrinkles, finelines, and sagging. These treatments are usually performed on areas of the body that are most vulnerable, such as the hands, neck, or face.

Goji Mask (Antioxidant and Stimulating) This mask contains goji extract, seaweed extract and quinoa seeds. It is rich in amino acids and vitamins, as well as proteins of high biological value. It strengthens the skin’s protective barrier and protects from free radicals. It is recommended in the early stages of aging.

Fillers. We use hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers due to it being a natural substance already present in the skin. HA delivers nutrients, helps the skin retain moisture and softness and adds volume. HA takes on 1000 times its weight in water, which makes it superior filler for use in the face. These clear gel formulas of HA are specifically formulated to act like your body’s own naturally produced HA, to instantly and visibly add fullness and reduce facial folds and wrinkles.

Juvederm Voluma (r) - A large particle that is used to give volume and lift to the cheeks.

What is hair removal waxing?Waxing is a process that removes hair from its root. This involves using wax to apply a coating to body hair. Next, you will pull the hair out from the follicle. For four to six months, new hair will not grow back in previously waxed areas. However, some people can see regrowth within the first week of waxing due to their hair growing on a different schedule.

We are highly trained in clinically-based facial therapies to help you feel and look your best.

Sarah is passionate about education as well. She is a trainer for the pharmaceutical companies Allergan, which sell Botox® and Juvéderm products, and Galderma, which sell Dysport® and Restylane® products. She was also a national trainer for several years for other companies, and is a respected trainer for InjectAbility® Institute where she inspires other injectors to be the best they can be.

Chemical Treatments Step 1: To remove pigmentation, apply a lightening and exfoliating mask. Step 2: For 28 days, continue depigmentation. Followed by skin lightening. All-inclusive post-care regimen.

What is the difference in Botox and Dysport injections? Botox is more diluted than Dysport and both injectables have different formulations. Botox spreads slower and Dysport is less diluted. This makes Dysport ideal for large areas such as the forehead. Botox has a higher potency, which makes it great for small areas and wrinkles like Crow’s feet.

What is skin tightening? Laser skin tightening requires minimal downtime and is minimally invasive. It heats up the skin, causing collagen constrictions. Skin will look tighter, smoother, and more firm. It stimulates skin's production of collagen.

Chemical Treatments - Step 1: Intensive exfoliating and lightening mask to peel off existing pigmentation. Step 2: Continued depigmentation and skin lightening system for 28 days with all inclusive post care regimen.

Many medical spas also provide procedures that can be intimidating for patients. Cosmetic fillers, hormone and supplement injections for weight loss, and laser treatments are among the treatments available. Medical spas also provide machines for hair removal, body contouring, and skin resurfacing. Even though they offer high-tech procedures, medical spas still have the feel of a day spa. The staff is trained to handle delicate body work that can seem intimidating to many patients.

The most sought-after treatment in medical spas is skin rejuvenation. Ultherapy, an FDA-approved treatment, tightens skin on the neck, chin and brow. It can reduce neck wrinkles, and it is safe for younger adults. These treatments can also improve the texture and tone of the skin. Sometimes, the downtime is minimal, so patients shouldn't be worried about any risks.

Galderma's RESTYLANE(r), family of fillers, uses different sizes of gel particles depending upon the product being used.

Casmara Mask Facial. These unique masks allow for extreme penetration of active ingredients. These masks instantly lower your skin's temperature, improve the appearance of the eye contour and firmen and tone your skin. There are four options for masks:

Dermaplaning-dermaplaning is an manual, physical exfoliation procedure that uses a dermaplaning tool to safely and effectively remove any remaining surface debris. This treatment has many advantages and it is quick, safe, effective, and without downtime.

BOTOX ® and DYSPORT®. BOTOX® & Dysport® are FDA approved neuromodulators that are very effective in the temporary improvement of moderate to severe frown lines, and crow’s feet around the eyes. Skilled practitioners can use these products to help in other areas such as the nose, mouth, chin and turned down corners of the mouth along with underarms for hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating).

What is a facial? A facial is a multi-step skin treatment that can be used for multiple purposes. It includes steam, facial masks (exfoliation), cleansing, massage, and a variety creams and lotions. ... Some are very hydrating, some are firming and healing, while others focus on certain problem areas.

What is skincare? Skin care refers to a range of practices that promote skin health, improve skin appearance and treat skin conditions. These include nutrition, sun exposure prevention and proper use of emollients. ... Skin care is an integral part of the treatment for wound healing and radiation therapy.

Vitamin Vegetable Mask (Stimulating, Anti-Aging): This mask is made with vitamin C and seaweed extract. It protects skin from free radicals and improves its elasticity. It is suitable for all skin types.

Spas for medical purposes offer greater flexibility in terms of the services they provide. Many medical practices are opening their own medical spas. There are many benefits to medical spas. They are more patient-centric, and doctors have more control over the services and treatments they offer. Licensured physicians are better equipped to answer questions about various medical procedures. Doctors are usually restricted to high-tech treatments, but medical spas provide a much wider variety of high-tech services. Because these treatments can be complex, additional training and education are required.

While many people are familiar with the word "day spa," a medical spa is not a day spa. They're more like retail stores and don't deal with insurance providers. Conscientious medical spa owners make an effort to fit into the retail market and implement traditional business practices such as creating a business plan, budget, and goals, and tracking day-to-day operations. They also employ innovative and cost-effective marketing tactics.

Chemical and enzyme peels topically rejuvenate skin's surface through the removal of layers of damaged skin cells. This results in new, unaffected layers that are smoother and softer with even skin tones. These treatments stimulate the dermis to produce new collagen and elasticin which tightens the skin's surface.

VI Peel Purify with Precision Plus - Acne & Acne Scarring - this peel is our most comprehensive peel for acne and acne scarring. This advanced acne solution works symeristically to combat active acne symptoms while repairing dard areas on the kin. The VI Peel Purify with Precision Plus helps to fade textural scarring and Post inflammatory Hyperpigmentation (PIH) caused by acne breakouts. Suitable for all skin types. For skin concerns: excessive oil, acne with hyperpigmentation, acne scarring and adult acne.

Restylane(r), which is a small-sized particle gel can be used in the smoothing of parentheses around a mouth.

What is a Facelift? A facelift (rhytidectomy), a cosmetic surgical procedure that gives your face a younger appearance, is called a facelift. The procedure can reduce the appearance and shape of the cheeks and jawline as well as other changes caused by age.

VI Peel Advanced - Collagen Enhanced Stimulation - this peel is formulated to combat the effects and signs of aging. Made from a synergistic blend of ingredients, this targeted formula provides for deeper penetration to soften fine lines and wrinkles. The collagen enhanced stimulation increases cell turnover and promotes a decrease in loss of elasticity. Safe for all skin types. For skin concerns: aging skin (ages 40+), wrinkles, fine lines, loss of elasticity.

A consultation may be needed prior to scheduling chemical peels. With deeper peels, medications may be necessary. During your consultation, recovery time and contraindications are discussed, along with how to prepare the skin for your treatment. Sun avoidance is extremely important and an adequate UVA and UVB sun block is recommended.

Often, the effects of aging, sun damage, and weight loss can make your physical appearance very different than how you feel on the inside. Our goal is to enhance your nest features and minimize those that are less-than-perfect through the artistic use of the patented ArqueDerma® technique in combination with FDA approved dermal fillers. This technique offers a way for us to provide more than a new, refreshed look, but to truly transform the way others see…and perceive…you.

They reduce the effects of aging. Medical spas are unique medical facilities that combine the experience and expertise of a day spa with the latest advances in medicine. The treatments at these facilities are focused on anti-aging, including both surgical and non-surgical procedures. In addition to aesthetic treatments, these facilities provide patients with medical grade anti-aging products. Some medical spas offer treatments aimed at preventing and treating the signs of aging, such as laser hair removal, vein therapy, scar therapy, and stretch mark therapy.

What is Acne Treatment? Facials with acne treatment facials include exfoliation, which is a crucial step. Exfoliating can help to remove dead skin cells and other debris that can clog pores. This procedure leaves your skin super soft, smooth, and moisturized.

Sarah Skillett (RN, BSN) is the Midwest's only practitioner to offer InstaTox(tm), which instantly tightens, smooths and lifts. Botox(r), or Dysport(r), are used in this procedure to lift and tighten the eyelids.

Chemical Peels A chemical peel is an anti aging treatment that corrects uneven skin tone and gives skin a youthful glow. Chemical peels are a process where the top cells of the skin are removed using a chemical solution. This allows for the creation of a new layer of skin. Chemical peels can be used to improve various skin conditions. Chemical peels that are medical-grade may be the best option for more complex skin transformations. You can treat deeper wrinkles and sensitive skin with specific chemicals or solution strengths.

This treatment is designed for all skin types and uses targeted treatment for hyperpigmentation, melasma, dark spots, blotchy and scarred skin and large pores. Containing high potency skin exfoliating and lightening agents that stimulate cellular turnover and exfoliate the upper surface of the skin to lift existing pigmentation.

Chemical Peels - 1hr

VI Peel Purify - Acne & Oily Skin - this peel is a highly effective treatment for acne and addresses a variety of concerns caused by acne symptoms. This unique formula combination increases cellular turnover to open pores and reduce comedones, and balance the skin for fewer breakouts. Suitable for all skin types. For skin concerns: active acne, breakout prone skin, oily and congested skin, teen acne.

VI Peel Advanced – Collagen Enhanced Stimulation - This peel is designed to combat the signs and symptoms of aging. This targeted formula contains a combination of ingredients to provide deeper penetration and soften wrinkles. Collagen enhanced stimulation promotes cell turnover and decreases loss of elasticity. Safe for all skin types. Skin concerns: Ageing skin (40+), wrinkles and loss of elasticity.

OxyGeneo 3-in-1 Super Facial - This procedure and it’s innovative treatment harness the power of oxygenation for intense nourishment and skin rejuvenation by 1) Oxygenation 2) Exfoliation 3) Nourishment.

Juvederm® UltraPlus(r)- A medium gel size is used to treat the lips and nasolabial area.

VI Peel Purify With Precision Plus - Acne & Acne scarring - This peel is our most thorough for treating acne and scarring. This advanced acne treatment works synergistically, to reduce active acne symptoms and repair any damaged skin. The VI peel Purify with Precision Plus works to remove textural scarring from acne and post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation. All skin types are compatible. Concerns for skin: excess oil, acne with hyperpigmentation and acne scarring.

What is Vein treatment? It may be necessary for treatment to correct the problem, remove damaged veins, or treat complications. The treatment options you have will depend on how large your varicose veils are.

Medical spas offer more latitude in the treatments offered. Many medical practices are opting to open their own medical spas. The advantages of medical spas are clear: they are more patient-centric and allow doctors more latitude in the treatments and services they offer. For example, licensed physicians have more knowledge about medical procedures and can answer questions about the risks and potential benefits of various treatments. Medical spas also offer a more extensive range of high-tech treatments that are typically reserved for doctors. The complexity of these treatments often requires additional training, education, and certification.

Sarah Skillett (RN, BSN) is a Licensed ArqueDerma (r) Practitioner and an Educationist. Sarah completed a rigorous 8-12 hour training at InjectAbility (r) Institute to become a Licensed ArqueDerma® Practitioner. Only ArqueDermaR(r) Practitioners are allowed to use this technique. These practitioners are highly trained artists who can use the patented technique for lifting and shaping your face to reveal your natural beauty. Licensed ArqueDerma(r) Practitioners are trained as artistic designers who restore the structural support of the face for a refined, aesthetically-pleasing appearance. In addition to the ArqueDerma(r) technique, Sarah also is licensed to perform InstaTox(r) which describes an innovative use for muscle relaxers such as Botox(r) and Dysport(r)-that accelerates the effects and producing almost instant results.

Dermaplaning can be added to a facial treatment, or before specific chemical peels. This allows for greater penetration of the product or solution. Dermaplaning provides a great way to get a more thorough exfoliation as well as better results for anti-aging therapies. Your skin will appear smoother and younger looking immediately.

The ArqueDerma Philosophy. "The art of reshaping the face to its most natural aesthetically-pleasing proportions lies in enhancing and supporting the basic underlying structure" Leslie Fletcher, RN, MEP-C

There are many health benefits to going to a med spa. Some procedures can be years away from your face. These procedures can reduce wrinkles, fine lines, and stretch marks. Many spas also offer treatments that can help with anxiety, stress, and depression. All the benefits of a spa are available to you if you want to look younger. Visit a med spa as soon possible.

Suzie currently resides in Johnson County with her husband and two young boys. She enjoys traveling, volunteering with her church and supporting her kids in all their activities. Although we all have imperfections such as blemishes or wrinkles, there is more to us than that. Mirrors show what our eyes cannot see: our imperfections, failures, and disappointments.

Never be ashamed of who you are. Elite Aesthetics believes that you shouldn't be ashamed of your appearance.

VI Peel Original - This peel can improve the complexion, texture, and clarity of your skin. This peel will tighten the skin, improve texture and lighten the tone. This product is specifically designed to help protect the skin from future damage. It is an excellent first peel for everyone who desires radiant skin and healthy skin. All skin types. You can use this product to treat skin conditions such as sensitive skin, early signs aging (20+), rough texture or keratosis.

BOTOX and DYSPORT are approved by the FDA. BOTOX (r), and Dysport,(r), both FDA approved neuromodulators. They can temporarily improve moderate to severe frown lines as well as crow’s feet. These products can also be used by skilled practitioners to treat hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating) in the underarms, nose, mouth and chin.

Restylane Silk®- Uses small gel particles to take care of smoker’s lines around the mouth.

Reaffirming Cream - (Detoxifying + Moisturizing). This mask is formulated with seaweed extract and diatomaceous soil. It eliminates impurities, and delivers intense moisture. It's suitable for oily and combination skin.

What is Botox, exactly? Botox injections prevent certain chemical signals from the nerves. The most common signals that cause muscles and to contract are signals that Botox blocks. These injections are commonly used to temporarily relax the facial muscles which cause wrinkles on the forehead and around your eyes.

They promote youthfulness. If you have been looking for a way to boost your youth, consider a trip to a medical spa. These facilities specialize in rejuvenating your skin through proven practices and the latest technologies. If you're looking for a quick way to restore youthfulness, consider a treatment that involves laser technology. It will reduce the amount of melanin and give you younger-looking skin. You can also benefit from other services, such as skin tightening.

Elite Aesthetics offers many different chemical peels to fit your cosmetic needs. Many of them can be tailored to suit your particular needs. We offer these peels:

Juvéderm Ultra Plus®- Uses a medium gel size for the lips and naso-labial area around the mouth.

Dermaplaning - Dermaplaning is a manual, physical exfoliation technique that safely and efficiently removes surface debris with a dermaplaning blade. This treatment has many benefits and is quick, safe and effective with no downtime.

Sarah Skillett RN. BSN. Sarah Skillett, RN and BSN, received her nursing degree from St. Luke's School of Nursing in 1998. She became an Aesthetic Nurse Specialist in 2000. She is well-respected and highly skilled and passionate about her passion for aesthetics. She has extensive training from doctors and many national companies. She also regularly attends national conventions in order to enhance her knowledge and professional standing. InjectAbility(r), including InstaTox (r), and ArqueDerma (r), have been offered to her. She was the Midwest's first ArqueDerma(r), Practitioner to obtain her license six years ago and is currently one of very few who use this patented technique.

What is MedSpa, exactly? Medical spas are often used to improve one's appearance. However, some guests also visit them for relief from medical conditions. Some medical spas can address chronic conditions such as arthritis, or even injuries.