What Are The Best MedSpa Treatments To Get In Winter?

There’s a time for everything. Do you know what time it is? 

MedSpa time! That’s right. There’s a chill in the air, snow on the ground, the sun is only up for what feels like four hours, and it’s almost time to start a Christmas wish list. But now is also the time to take advantage of the change in seasons. Many MedSpa treatments are perfect to get year round–like Botox, filler, or Hydrafacials. But some treatments are better suited for the fall and winter. If you’ve ever wondered what non-invasive MedSpa treatments are best to get when the weather cools down, keep reading. 

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Laser hair removal

If you can, you should start your laser hair removal treatments when the UV index is low, in the fall or winter. Why? A full course of laser hair removal lasts several weeks, and for the entirety of that time, you’ll need to keep the treatment area out of the sun to minimize post-inflammatory pigmentation. It’s a lot easier to do that when it’s cold out and you’re in long pants and jackets, than it is in spring and summer, when tank tops, bikinis, and short dresses call your name. Plus, by the time the weather does warm up, you’ll be hair-free and completely ready to get your legs out!

Laser treatments for face or Morpheus8

Any kind of laser treatment for the face, from Clear and Brilliant to IPL, is best done in the cooler months. The same thing goes for cutting-edge Morpheus8, which combines microneedling with radiofrequency heat. An essential part of aftercare for all these treatments is to wear SPF and avoid the sun. This is because your skin will be extra-sensitive to sun exposure. In fact, post-treatment, you’ll probably look and feel a little bit sunburned already! Since many non-invasive face treatments typically require 4-6 sessions, that’s a lot of time to spend avoiding the sun. It’s much more convenient to do a Morpheus8 or IPL treatment course when the sun sets at 4PM. 

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Hydrafacials

We love Hydrafacials year round. The advanced technology gives your skin a deep cleanse, perfectly prepping it for high-quality actives that instantly boost your skin’s radiance. But you might need this treatment even more in the winter time. This is because the cold weather combined with central heating indoors dries your skin out like crazy. Dead skin buildup, rough skin texture, dullness–all of them can be effectively managed with monthly Hydrafacials. 

Chemical peels

Chemical peels, used to improve hyperpigmentation or dark spots, are another treatment we recommend doing in the fall or winter. Since sun exposure can trigger the creation of these dark spots in the first place, you really don’t want to get sun before or after your chemical peel. The redness and sensitivity post-treatment can also be pretty intense. So take the excuse to stay in for a couple days and binge-watch Euphoria for the third time–we won’t judge ;).

CryoSlim or Evolve for fat loss

Non-invasive treatments that use either extreme cold (like CryoSlim) or radiofrequency heat (like Evolve Trim) to eliminate fat cells are great to get year-round. This is because they work beneath the skin, so concerns about sun-exposure don’t apply. However, if you’re looking to keep your fat loss on the down-low for whatever reason, it’s best to get them done while we’re all in bulkier clothes that tend to obscure our bodies a little bit more. Your annoying relatives will be none the wiser at holiday gatherings. But when the weather warms up in a few months, your friends will be asking how you did it. 

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The good news is that you can book MedSpa services with Upkeep at any time of year. Our app is the stress-free, lightning-fast alternative to traditional MedSpa booking. Instead of waiting on hold or having to call around for availability, you can book MedSpa services in just a few taps through the app, payment and all. Make this the winter that your beauty dreams come true, and book with Upkeep today!

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