From Atlanta Style and Design (Summer 2005)
June 30, 2015
by AYA Medical Spa
From Atlanta Style and Design (Summer 2005)
June 30, 2015
by AYA Medical Spa
A NEW KIND OFF SPA – A LOOK INTO ATANTA’S MEDICAL SPAS BY ANYA MARTINFounded in August 2003, AYA™, named for the Japanese word for silk, is owned and operated by Atlanta Plastic Surgery, PC. It has two locations, one at Phipps Plaza and the other near Northside Hospital. Its medical director is James D. Namnoum, M.D., chief of plastic surgery at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and internationally known for his expertise in breast reconstruction, lifts and augmentation with minimal scarring. AYA™ exclusively uses the prescription-only Obagi skin care line, whose active ingredient is Retin-A. The experience: To get the male perspective, my husband, Phil Nutman, agreed to try microdermabrasion. He has a completely different skin type from me – oily – and had been battling some break-outs on his cheeks for several weeks. Esthetician Heather Tereso turned down the lights, and to a soothing soundtrack, cleansed Phil’s face, gave him a hand massage, placed his hands in warm mitts and put herbal eye pads over his lids. He felt so relaxed that he fell asleep – something Heather says men are more likely to do. Then Heather fired up the Megapeel machine and applied fine crystal grains to Phil’s skin with a handheld wand, exfoliating and removing the upper layer of dead skin. Phil says the sensation was “intense but pleasant, like a gentle citrus peeler.” His skin was slightly redder for about 12 hours after the procedure and required extra moisturizer for a few days, but overall it “looks and feels cleaner, clearer, and more vibrant.”
A NEW KIND OFF SPA – A LOOK INTO ATANTA’S MEDICAL SPAS BY ANYA MARTINFounded in August 2003, AYA™, named for the Japanese word for silk, is owned and operated by Atlanta Plastic Surgery, PC. It has two locations, one at Phipps Plaza and the other near Northside Hospital. Its medical director is James D. Namnoum, M.D., chief of plastic surgery at Saint Joseph’s Hospital and internationally known for his expertise in breast reconstruction, lifts and augmentation with minimal scarring. AYA™ exclusively uses the prescription-only Obagi skin care line, whose active ingredient is Retin-A. The experience: To get the male perspective, my husband, Phil Nutman, agreed to try microdermabrasion. He has a completely different skin type from me – oily – and had been battling some break-outs on his cheeks for several weeks. Esthetician Heather Tereso turned down the lights, and to a soothing soundtrack, cleansed Phil’s face, gave him a hand massage, placed his hands in warm mitts and put herbal eye pads over his lids. He felt so relaxed that he fell asleep – something Heather says men are more likely to do. Then Heather fired up the Megapeel machine and applied fine crystal grains to Phil’s skin with a handheld wand, exfoliating and removing the upper layer of dead skin. Phil says the sensation was “intense but pleasant, like a gentle citrus peeler.” His skin was slightly redder for about 12 hours after the procedure and required extra moisturizer for a few days, but overall it “looks and feels cleaner, clearer, and more vibrant.”
Disclaimer:
The AYA Med Spa blog is published by AYA Medical Spa, a premier medical aesthetics provider with locations across Atlanta and Dallas. AYA offers physician-supervised, results-driven treatments in a modern, welcoming setting, supporting clients through every stage of their skin health journey.Any general advice or content shared on our blog, website, or social channels is intended for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. AYA Medical Spa and its affiliated providers make no representations or warranties and expressly disclaim all liability related to any treatment, action, or outcome based on the information provided. For personalized care or medical concerns, please consult with a licensed healthcare or aesthetic provider.
Disclaimer:
The AYA Med Spa blog is published by AYA Medical Spa, a premier medical aesthetics provider with locations across Atlanta and Dallas. AYA offers physician-supervised, results-driven treatments in a modern, welcoming setting, supporting clients through every stage of their skin health journey.Any general advice or content shared on our blog, website, or social channels is intended for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. AYA Medical Spa and its affiliated providers make no representations or warranties and expressly disclaim all liability related to any treatment, action, or outcome based on the information provided. For personalized care or medical concerns, please consult with a licensed healthcare or aesthetic provider.