How to Prep for Your Medical Spa Appointment

Congratulations on booking yourself in for some well-deserved self-care and rejuvenation. If this is your first time at our medi-spa, or if you’ve been here before, we’ve compiled a comprehensive guide on how to prep, to ensure you make the most of your experience:

1. Understand the Procedure You’re Booked In For: Whether your booked in for a treatment or you’re coming in for a consultation, feel free to ask as many questions as you need so you understand the procedure. We pride ourselves on our training and expertise and can help ease any concerns (if you have them), or provide information on the technologies or treatments. Please remember to tell us about any pre-existing medical conditions, allergies, or medications you're taking. This information is crucial for the staff to tailor the treatments to your specific needs and avoid any potential complications.

2. Follow Pre-Treatment Instructions: When you book your appointment and upon confirmation, you will receive an email with pre-treatment instructions. 

   For all treatments, we recommend avoiding caffeine the day of your treatment if possible, as it may reduce your pain threshold. Avoid spicy foods (they dilate the blood vessels) and come to your appointment with clean skin and without any skincare products, including sunscreen (in the areas we are treating specifically). 

   For all facial treatments including Microneedling, Peels, Secret Pro, CO2 and Forma, please discontinue any actives (retinols, Vitamin C, AHA/BHA, salicylic acid, etc.) 4 days prior to treatment and 4 days post-treatment, as they may interfere with the treatment or cause adverse reactions. Please do not wear make-up to your appointment. Arriving with a clean face will allow our medical estheticians to prepare your skin adequately before starting your treatment.

   For laser hair removal, please shave 1 day prior (unless instructed otherwise) and leave a small patch in each area. Please ensure the area we are treating is free from any creams or lotions and if you use actives, please discontinue 4 days prior. Please do not use self-tanner on these areas for two weeks prior to treatment.

3. Stay Hydrated and Get Enough Sleep: In the days leading up to your appointment, prioritize your health and well-being. Drink plenty of water and get adequate sleep to ensure your body is in the best condition for the procedure. Hydration and rest can help speed up the recovery process, increase your pain threshold and enhance the effectiveness of the treatments.

4. Dress Comfortably: Wear loose, comfortable clothing to your appointment. Depending on the treatment, we can give you a robe so your clothes do not get soiled. 

5. Plan for Downtime (if necessary): Some medi-spa treatments may require downtime for recovery. If your procedure calls for it, plan your schedule accordingly. Take time off work or avoid any strenuous activities that could impact the healing process. Use this downtime to rest, recover, and pamper yourself. If you’re unsure about downtime, ask us – some treatments require more downtime than others. 

6. Prepare for Post-Care: Before you leave the clinic, be sure to understand the post-treatment care instructions. Following the proper aftercare routine is vital for the success and longevity of the results. Depending on the procedure, this might involve avoiding sun exposure, using specific skincare products, or attending follow-up appointments.

7. Relax and Enjoy: Lastly, the most crucial preparation is to relax and enjoy your experience at Freedom Medi-Spa! Take this time to unwind, indulge, and focus on yourself. 

8. Please respect our Cancellation Policy: When you book an appointment with Freedom Medi-Spa, it means we have reserved time in our schedule exclusively for you. Please note, we require a minimum of 24 hours notice for appointment cancellations.

   Failure to provide 24 hours notice or missing an appointment/free consultation will result in a non-refundable $50 charge. Subsequent missed appointments without notice will be charged at full price.

   By following these essential tips, you'll be fully prepared to make the most of your medi-spa appointment. Enjoy the journey to a more refreshed and revitalized version of YOU! We are looking forward to seeing you for your next appointment at Freedom Medi-Spa!

What's the Difference between Microneedling and Microneedling with RF?

Microneedling has always been a very popular treatment at Freedom Medi-Spa, great for both beginners and experienced medi-spa clients. But what’s the difference between regular microneedling and our new Secret Pro Microneedling with RF?

Let’s break it down:

Microneedling is a procedure that creates micro-wounds in the skin using very fine needles, in order to stimulate collagen and elastin production. As a treatment, it is most commonly used to help improve the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, acne scars, stretch marks, and skin texture. 

If you are experiencing early signs of aging, microneedling is an excellent treatment and will give great results in fine line reduction, acne, and overall skin texture.

And in comes the Secret Pro.

The Secret Pro, Microneedling with Radio Frequency is microneedling with a BIG boost. Radio Frequency is the gold-standard for deeper lines, laxity and scarring thus, will give you MORE lifting and more skin tightening than any other treatment. 

The Secret Pro causes fractionated damage beneath the skin and the deep heat will help with tightening, and ramping up collagen production.

If you have loved your Microneedling but want to try a more intense treatment that will help with deeper lines, the loss of collagen and crepey skin, it may be time to up the ante and try Secret Pro.

It’s important to note we stand behind both technologies and are proud to offer a variety of treatments to our clients based on their individual needs and concerns.

What's in a Green Peel?

What’s in a Green Peel?

Did You Know: Our beloved Dr. Schrammek Green Peel contains many different herbal compounds including phytohormones, mucilages and tannins, vitamins, carbohydrates, proteins, enzymes, mineral salts and trace elements. This organic treatment contains some well-known herbs to provide beneficial and effective results:

Horsetail – Waterhorsetail: strengthens the connective tissue and elasticity in the skin, improves structure of the skin, anti-inflammatory properties.

Aloe Vera: very healing for the skin, lends and binds moisture, helps to firm skin.

Camomile: anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and wound-healing properties.

Marigold: activates cell division, anti-inflammatory & wound-healing properties.

Algea – Spirulina Platensis: contains over 259 active ingredients, rich in minerals, proteins, essential amino acids, beta- carotene and provitamin A, helps regulate sebum (oil) production.

Ulva Lactuca: very calming and soothing on the skin, purifying effect, particularly rich in vitamin C, A B12, and minerals.

Fucus Vesiculosus: has antiseptic properties, particularly rich in vitamin C, stimulates fibroblast activity (collagen production).

Pansy: beneficial for impure and inflamed skin, rich in carotenoids and salicylic acid and has wound healing properties.  

Lungwort: regenerates cells, rich in minerals, keratolytic effect (causes the outer layer of the skin to loosen and shed.

Ribwort: regenerates cells, antibacterial effects, soothes irritations, re-epithelialising effect (restoration of the epidermis).

Very cool, right!?

Now perhaps you can understand why Green Peel is truly the most amazing peel. The results are incredible. 

Call us today to book your next Green Peel treatment!

Why didn't my laser work?

Have you been to another clinic and your laser hair removal “didn’t work?”

With over 25 years in the industry, we’d like to consider ourselves Laser Hair Removal experts. Every so often, new clients will tell us their laser didn’t work at another clinic, and there could be a few reasons why:

Firstly, not all lasers are created equal; at Freedom Medi-Spa, we use a medical-grade Alexandrite & Yag laser – the Cynosure Apogee Elite system - which is a very high powered, medical-grade Laser and requires an experienced technician. This machine allows us to target the hair follicle and cauterize it, preventing future growth. 

Most spas and clinics will use an IPL (intense pulsed light) or a DPL (dynamic pulsed light - which is just a very fast IPL) machine. A high powered IPL is fantastic for Photo Facials - which is where an IPL shines.  It is great at treating sun damage, pigmentation, rosacea and diffused redness.  However, it is not the right tool for hair removal. And, as mentioned above, not all IPLs are the same – an inexpensive IPL may emit low energy, another reason why your “laser” didn’t work.

Secondly, timing: If you purchase a discounted package which is used within a couple of months, it’s unlikely your technician was able to treat the hair during its growth cycle, which means the root is still there. We schedule our appointments 4-6 weeks apart for the face and typically 8 weeks apart for the body areas, in order to treat the hair follicles at the right time.

Lastly, some of us have layers and layers of hair growth which require numerous treatments – this is why our Laser Guarantee is the perfect solution. We believe so strongly in our laser, we guarantee it.

We also offer consultations, with a test patch, enabling you to learn the differences and experience our laser for yourself. You will see an incredible difference - even with just one treatment!  

Contact Us Today.

Are you experiencing “mask-face”? ⁣⁣

Are you experiencing “mask-face”? ⁣⁣

Unfortunately, prolonged use of masks has been causing skin irritation, sensitivity, redness and acne in some of our clients. ⁣⁣
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We’ve also seen some people with rosacea who have noticed flare ups. ⁣⁣
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While wearing masks will be in our lives for a while longer, we have some tips to help with mask-face:⁣⁣
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😷 Wear a clean mask every time; if you’re using reusable masks, make sure they’re clean and laundered ⁣⁣
😷 Skip your actives: if you’re going to be wearing a mask for hours on end, skip your daily actives, like vitamin c or retinol, which can cause additional sensitivity ⁣⁣
😷 Apply a thin layer of serum and moisturizer to keep your face hydrated ⁣⁣
😷 Schedule your services: schedule facial services the day you can go home and relax without a mask. ⁣⁣
😷 Take breaks: if you can, take breaks and allow your face to breathe ⁣⁣
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If you need advice or help to select the right products or treatments to help mask-face, contact us.

Buy 2, Get 1 Free on Summer-Safe Peels

Let’s talk summer-safe peels!

Did you know you CAN safely have a chemical peel done in the summer?

Chemical peels cause intentional damage to the epidermis and/or dermis with the goal of stimulating new tissue to improve skin texture and tone.

The Alumier MD AHA Duo, BHA 20, and Renew30 are all AlumierMD Chemical Peels that can help treat various skin concerns all while giving you added glow and hydration.

Renew 30:

The most gentle and hydrating Alumier peel. Renew 30 is a 30% lactic acid formula that helps loosen dead skin cells to reveal brighter, plumper, more even- toned skin. Great intro peel and for those with sensitive skin.

AHA DUO:

This 20% glycolic acid peel helps with deeper exfoliation, combined with 10% lactic acid for brightening and hydration, Can be used in conjunction with other services and regular skincare routines.

BHA 20:

This peel is best for acneic, oily or congested skin. Uses 20% salicylic acid to penetrate the pore lining to exfoliate trapped sebum and debris, while reducing redness. 

While a fave of ours, Glow Peel combines salicylic acid, lactic acid and resorcinol and offers deeper penetration of product. Best to book the Glow in Fall, Winter and Spring months.

All AlumierMD summer-safe peels are BOGO — Buy 2, Get 1 Free until August 31, 2020. Treatments never expire, and peels are a great add-on to your treatment plan or skincare routine.

Get a head start on your fall skincare routine with these summer safe Alumier peels!

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