Our skin is arguably our body’s most prominent feature. Dry, cracking skin can often be one of the most obvious visible signs of aging. That’s why it is so essential to take care of your skin, especially during the summertime when temperatures rise and increased UV levels can take their toll. While we may love the feel of basking in the sun’s rays, sun exposure can have a negative impact on our skin over time if we’re not careful.With that in mind, the skincare experts at AYA™ Medical Spa are...
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It’s natural to experience facial redness every now and again. After all, we all get a bit flushed from time to time as a result of being overheated, stressed out, or spending too much time out in the sun. But consistent redness in the face can be a sign of something more than just run of the mill flare-ups. If you experience consistent episodes of facial redness that last a bit longer than normal, you may be suffering from rosacea.Rosacea is a common skin condition that causes redness in the...
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Wrinkles are the most noticeable sign of aging for men and women of nearly all age groups. As we age, our bodies naturally begin to produce less and less collagen, which can lead to wrinkles and lines on the face, forehead and elsewhere on the body. While wrinkles may be unavoidable, there are plenty of wrinkle reduction methods and treatments available to keep your skin smooth and youthful.At AYA™, we offer many treatments and services that can help our patients reduce wrinkles. The most popular among them are our wide...
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Thirty minutes or less – that’s how long it can take to erase some of your biggest anti-aging woes. Just think, in less time it takes you to watch a movie, cook a meal, or squeeze in a short workout, you can smooth fine lines and wrinkles to get younger looking skin. Sound too good to be true? Well, it’s possible and our FDA-approved facial rejuvenation treatments have the results to prove it! If you’re looking for wrinkle reduction in under 30 minutes, the AYA™ Medical Spa team want to...
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No matter how common spider veins may be, not many of us are excited to get them as we age. It’s true we aren’t exactly privy to the true reasons why spider veins on the legs and face appear but we know heredity, hormonal changes, weight fluctuations, prolonged sun exposure, and injuries are some of the culprits. Thankfully, spider veins are rarely serious health risks but the purple, red, or blue branches that start to peek through the skin can have many patients less than excited about showing off their...
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According to The Skin Cancer Foundation, did you know that up to 90% of the signs of aging are caused by the sun? As concerning as sun damage can be aesthetically, it is also a major factor in the development of skin cancer – largely thanks to overexposure to the sun’s harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Protecting your skin is a year-round practice, not just something that should be done during the hot, summer months. Whether you want to help stop, or even reverse, sun damage to your face, we’ve put...
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If you were to take a poll of how many of us have scars from one event or another, there’d probably be very few people who had never had one in their lifetime (being a kid + jungle gyms = too many scrapes, cuts & bruises to count). Scars can come in many different types (acne, surgical, burn, traumatic or keloid), shapes, colors, sizes and position on the body – nowhere is off limits to scars) and is our body’s natural way of healing. When we damage the skin the...
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Welcome to AYA Medical Spa’sSkin imperfections like age spots, acne, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin texture are common skin issues that develop as we age. At AYA™ Medical Spa Avalon in Alpharetta, Northside, and Phipps Plaza, we offer a versatile menu of non-surgical skincare treatments to address your specific needs. All of our treatments are customizable for your skin including microdermabrasion, an exfoliation treatment to stimulate collagen production and remove dull, dead skin cells.Microdermabrasion is the most natural way to evenly and safely exfoliate the skin without chemicals to provide...
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Skin imperfections like acne, scarring, hyperpigmentation, melasma, and sun damage are common skin issues that develop as we age. At AYA™ Medical Spa Phipps Plaza, Northside, and Avalon in Alpharetta, we provide a variety of customizable facials, chemical peels, laser treatments, microdermabrasion procedures, and medical-grade products to address your specific needs. If you’re unsure about what procedures or products that are right for you and your skin type, AYA™ offers complimentary consultations with an experienced licensed esthetician who will perform a personal skin analysis. Your esthetician will listen to your...
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Skin imperfections like age spots, acne, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and uneven skin texture are common skin issues that develop as we age. At AYA™ Medical Spa, we offer a wide menu of non-surgical skincare treatments to address your specific needs. All of our treatments at Avalon in Alpharetta, Phipps Plaza, and Northside are customizable for your skin including microdermabrasion, an exfoliation treatment to stimulate collagen production and remove dull, dead skin cells. Our licensed estheticians commonly combine microdermabrasion with other rejuvenating treatments such as chemical peels and facials to further enhance...
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Surface skin conditions such as acne, scarring, uneven skin tone, and hyperpigmentation commonly occur more often during warmer seasons when patients are exposed to the sun and elements. At AYA™ Medical Spa, our licensed providers perform a wide range of skincare treatments to restore healthy, glowing skin. Chemical peels and microdermabrasion are two popular, non-invasive facial rejuvenation treatments available at AYA™ Northside, Phipps Plaza, and Avalon in Alpharetta. We also offer many other treatments for the signs of aging and even unwanted hair, spider veins, and stubborn fat. However, chemical...
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If you’re looking to minimize scars, sun damage, wrinkles, and/or acne, look no further than microdermabrasion. This treatment buffs away dead and damaged outer layers of skin to leave behind smoother and more even-toned skin. Your skin interprets the exfoliation process as a mild injury and works quickly to replace the removed skin cells with healthy new cells giving you a dewy glow.AYA Medical Spa offers two types of microdermabrasion: DiamondTome™ and MegaPeel® Platinum. DiamondTome™ exfoliates the skin gently with natural diamond chips and utilizes vacuum therapy to effectively remove...
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Spider veins are a common occurrence among women and men as they age. Dark-colored veins creeping up your legs are a sight no one wants to see. While they are usually a cosmetic issue alone and pose little health risk, some cases can produce leg discomfort including cramping and swelling.Spider veins are smaller veins that are visible under the surface of the skin. Most cases appear as red, blue, or purple tangles of veins that look like tree branches or spider webs. Spider veins are a result of the weakening...
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