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What is Semaglutide?

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You have probably heard by now about Semaglutide or the new weight loss shot!

It’s all over the news and so many celebrities who lost a lot of weight quickly have admitted to taking Semaglutide while others have denied it.  

At Healthy Solutions Medspa in Bucks County, PA, we have been providing weight loss services for over 10 years now with Dr. Luciano and are experts in all things medical weight loss. 

So, we are about to answer some very popular Semaglutide questions for you.

How does Semaglutide help you lose weight?

Semaglutide is a medication taken via a self administered injection prescribed by a Doctor which increases the amount of insulin that is produced by the pancreas, while also decreasing the amount of glucagon produced from the liver.

These two things happening in the body after the injection will cause a reduction in hunger, while also increasing energy levels. This produces weight loss.

It was proven by the FDA that adults taking these Semaglutide injections lost an average of 20% of their body weight. 

How is the Semaglutide injection administered?

Semaglutide is meant to be injected into the body once weekly.

It can be injected with a small needle into the stomach, thighs, or upper arm at any time of day and it can be taken with or without food.

What are the side effects of taking Segmaglutide for weight loss?

The side effects of taking Semaglutide may include GI issues, nausea, anxiety, upset stomach, and vomiting, but most people have little to no side effects, especially if starting at a small dose.

There are many different weight loss medications and injections on the market right now.

Mounjaro, Wegovy, Saxenda, and Trulicity are some of the medications on the market available that can help people lose weight.

How much does Semaglutide cost?

Some insurances cover brand Semiglutide medications like Wegovy or Ozempic depending on the patient’s plan and the patient’s diagnosis. 

If the patient’s insurance does not cover Semaglutide, at Healthy Solutions Medspa, we offer compounded Semaglutide that comes in three doses, starting at $75 and increasing as the doses increase.

How do Semaglutide shots and the Coolsculpting Elite Treatment compliment each other?

When patients lose weight, they often inquire about the Coolsculpting treatment. The Coolsculpting Elite treatment is able to reduce stubborn fat from the belly, love handles, thighs, double chin and more. So, when patients have areas of fat that they just can’t get rid of at they gym or through diet or medications, this non-surgical treatment works really well to get them to their body goal.

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Still have questions about Semaglutide?

Give us a call at (267) 332-5567 and we would be happy to schedule a consultation!

 

Botox For Gummy Smile

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At Healthy Solutions Medspa, we offer a treatment to correct the “gummy smile” that is done by using Botox.

A gummy smile is when you smile, your gums show below your upper lip. This can be treated with Botox to create an even more natural, beautiful smile!

What Can Cause a Gummy Smile? 

Gummy smile can be caused by a few things, including:

  • The way your jaw bone is developed within the gum tissue
  • Genetics, like small upper lips, short teeth, or excess gum tissue
  • A muscle in your upper lip lifting, causing more gum to show

How to treat your gummy smile with Botox

Gummy smiles are treated with BOTOX® in between your upper lip and nose. This takes the muscle in your smile and freezes it to relax your smile to not show your gums. The gummy smile correction treatment with BOTOX® is not permanent and can last three to four months until another treatment can be done.

How Many Units of Botox Would I Need?

Gummy smiles are usually treated with a small amount of BOTOX®. Only 4 to 8 units are typically needed to treat a gummy smile with Botox and the price for the treatment can range from $140-$180.

Could I enhance my gummy smile even more?

Another option to combat gummy smiles is to add filler to the lips along with BOTOX®. This creates more volume in the lips, and further enhances your lips and smile. 

If you are looking to correct you gummy smile and you live in or near the Bucks County, PA area, Schedule a consultation at our Medspa online or call us at (267) 332-5567. 

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What is a Hydrafacial Perk?

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Anyone who ever has had the pleasure of receiving a Hydrafacial treatment swears by it and loves it.

But what if I was to tell you there’s an amazing add on to it you may not know about?

Introducing the Lip and Eye Perk by Hydrafacial!

What Even Is A Hydrafacial?

A Hydrafacial is a non-invasive skin resurfacing treatment that exfoliates, hydrates, extracts, and protects the skin, leaving it fresh and glowy. It includes three steps: Cleansing, Extracting, and Hydrating.

The Hydrafacial can be customized by adding boosters for your specific skin concerns such as anti-aging, brightening, pigmentation, and to add extra hydration.

In addition, to the boosters you can add to customize your HydraFacial, there are two other great “add ons” that are available with the Hydrafacial, which are the Eye Perk and the Lip Perk.

 

What is an Eye Perk?

The Eye Perk add on to the Hydrafacial brightens and refreshes the look of your eyes.

Sometimes we will show signs of stress, aging, and poor diet through our eyes and under our eyes especially.

The Hydrafacial Eye Perk Ingredients:

Arnica Montana Flower Extract: Helps with inflammation and puffiness
Mucor Miehei Extract: Provides improved skin clarity, brightness, and hydration
Avena Sativa (Oat) Kernel Extract: Antioxidant that helps with smoothing

Sodium Hyaluronate: Boosts skin hydration

The Eye Perk provides immediate results that are long lasting and includes a 30-day serum to take home with you!

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What is a Lip Perk?

Sometimes your lips just need a good exfoliation and definitely some hydration.

The Hydrafacial Lip Perk is great for providing the hydration to your lips as well as giving them a light plump.

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The Hydrafacial Lip Perk Ingredients:

Aloe Leaf Extract: enhances the appearance of dry/ damaged skin.
Paeonia Albiflora Root Extract: Helps restore volume and re-plump lips.
Vitamins A, C, E: Helps increase hydration levels and provide antioxidant properties.

How Much Does the Hydrafacial Eye Perk and Hydrafacial Lip Perk Cost?

At Healthy Solutions, the Lip Perk and the Eye Perk are $40 each and can be added to your Hydrafacial.

This is a great add on for a great price, leaving your skin, lips and eyes hydrated all over!

VIP Membership

At Healthy Solutions Medspa, we offer a VIP Membership program.

This program offers you $50 off all of your hydrafacials at any time of the year, saves you 10% off our skincare products, 10% off HydraFacial boosters and add on’s!

If you live in or near Bucks County, PA and you are looking for Hydrafacial near me. call us at (267) 388-4692 to schedule an appointment.

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Botox vs. Daxxify: What’s the Difference?

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When it comes to smoothing fine lines and wrinkles, neuromodulators like Botox and Daxxify are two popular options that often get compared. While both work by temporarily relaxing facial muscles to create a more youthful appearance, there are key differences in how they’re formulated, how long they last, and their overall track record.

At Healthy Solutions Medspa, we proudly offer Botox—backed by decades of safety, consistent results, and patient trust.

In this post, we’ll explore how Botox and Daxxify compare, and why Botox remains our preferred choice.

What is Botox?

BOTOX® Cosmetic is the first treatment FDA approved to temporarily make moderate to severe frown lines, crow’s feet, and forehead lines look better. After having treatment, minimal downtime is necessary. You can return to your daily routine immediately after, and you may begin to notice results within 24 to 48 hours, with results lasting 3-4 months.

It was first approved by the FDA for medical use in 1989 (for eye muscle disorders), and then for cosmetic use in 2002 to treat frown lines.

Since then, it has been extensively studied in hundreds of clinical trials across both aesthetic and therapeutic applications, making it the most researched neuromodulator on the market.

BOTOX® Cosmetic is the most widely researched and studied treatment of its kind, approved for use in 95 countries. 

What is Daxxify?

Daxxify, brought to market by Revance is short for daxibotulinumtoxinA-lanm and is an FDA approved treatment to improve the appearance of wrinkles by temporarily blocking the release of the neurotransmitter that causes muscle movement. 

What is the Cost of Botox and Daxxify?

At Healthy Solutions Medspa, Botox injections cost between $11.50 and $13.50 a unit, depending on if you are a VIP Member.

Daxxify can range from $12-$15 per unit depending on location and the practice.

How Long Does Botox and Daxxify Last?

Botox lasts around three to four months, while Daxxify is said to last around six months.

Daxxify is marketed as a longer-lasting neuromodulator—with results purportedly lasting up to six months or more—patient experiences vary, and some individuals report that it doesn’t meet these expectations.

For instance, a reviewer on RealSelf noted that their Daxxify treatment began to wear off about a month and a half after administration, which was shorter than their typical experience with Botox.

Another user from Real Self shared that their Daxxify results lasted only three months, leading them to consider returning to Botox for its reliability.

Are Botox and Daxxify Safe?

Botox has been FDA approved for over 30 years and has been deemed safe for use.

The FDA approved Daxxify in September of 2022, so it is fairly new.

There are risks to both of them, although rare, that you should do research on before having treatment and talk to your provider to make sure this treatment is right for you. 

Tried and True vs New

Many people may be hesitant to try Daxxify due to the fact it is super new.

However, Botox has been around and used for aesthetic treatments since 2002 and many people all around the world would never trade Botox for something else.

If you are interested in Botox treatments and live in or near Doylestown or Warminster, PA, call (267) 332-5567 to schedule an appointment.

Treating Melasma with the Clear + Brilliant Laser

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Looking for a solution to treat melasma? 

Look no further than our Clear + Brilliant Laser Treatment. This treatment requires almost no downtime and is not painful.

Being a non-invasive laser, it requires no surgery or injections, while providing noticeable results.

What is Melasma? 

Melasma is a hyperpigmentation skin disorder that is difficult to treat. It can look like your skin is uneven, with discoloration and dark spots. Certain things can irritate or trigger melasma, like hormones and the sun. 

Melasma can be considered chronic, in which case treatment would be the way to handle it rather than letting it work its way out on its own. This is when we would recommend the Clear + Brilliant Treatment to our patients. 

Who gets Melasma?

According to research at the Cleveland Clinic, women are much more likely to get melasma than men, but it is possible in everyone. If you have darker brown skin or tend to tan well, you are more likely to get melasma than those who have fair skin. Pregnant women are the most likely to get melasma due to hormones, although the relation between hormones and melasma is unknown! 

How can Melasma be treated?

Melasma can be treated with the Clear + Brilliant Laser’s 1927-nm diode laser, which helps with hyperpigmentation, sun spots, anti-aging, freckles, and more. Along with in office treatments like the Clear and Brilliant laser, it is also recommended to treat melasma with topical skin lighteners like hydroquinone to maintain post-treatment results.

What is the Clear + Brilliant Laser Treatment?

The Clear + Brilliant Laser Treatment is a popular laser used to improve melasma, skin tone, fine lines and wrinkles, texture, sun damage, and reduce pore size. It’s commonly used to treat the face, neck, and chest. This treatment duration is about 30-45 minutes long. 

What does Clear + Brilliant feel like?

The provider will apply numbing cream before treatment to ensure the treatment is comfortable. Patients have described that after receiving the Clear + Brilliant laser treatment, their face felt warm, almost like a sunburn but that feeling went away within the hour. 

What is the downtime after the Clear and Brilliant treatment?

Clear + Brilliant only requires about 2-3 hours of downtime, which is really great compared to most lasers which require multiple days. Following treatment, you may experience some pink/red tones to the skin, however this only will last a few hours. The next week or so after treatment, your skin will feel like sandpaper, but it is not visible, just noticeable to the touch. 

How many sessions should be completed?

Clinical studies have shown best results after at least 4 treatments of Clear + Brilliant to treat melasma, one month apart from each other. Once completing treatment, your skin will feel softer and skin tone will improve, giving you a nice glow! At Healthy Solutions Medspa, we offer single treatments as well as packages of Clear + Brilliant treatments.

When will I see results?

Results will be noticeable about a week or two after treatment is completed, and can last months depending on your factors like the products you use for your skin post treatment and protection from the sun.

What is the price of Clear + Brilliant?

At Healthy Solutions Medspa, Clear + Brilliant starts at $399, depending on which level of treatment you receive, in which the provider can speak to you about to decide which is best for you. We also offer packages of 3 and 6 Clear + Brilliant treatments which are discounted. 

Who is a candidate for Clear + Brilliant?

Clear + Brilliant is safe for all skin types and can be used to treat melasma on the forehead, cheeks, chin, and nose. 

Is the Clear + Brilliant laser safe on darker skin?

The Clear and Brilliant laser is FDA approved and is safe for darker skin because of it’s low energy and low density.

According to a white paper on “The Safety and Efficacy of Treatment with a 1927-nm Diode Laser With and Without Topical Hydroquinone for Facial Hyperpigmentation and Melasma in Darker Skin Type” by Wilson, Jones, Bolton, Larsen, and Guillen, “no worsening of hyperpigmentation or melasma was observed” for patients with darker skin being treated with the Clear and Brilliant laser 1927-nm hand piece.

Another white paper on “Treatment of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation in Patients with Darker Skin Types Using a Low Energy 1927 nm Non-Ablative Fractional Laser” concluded that Clear and Brilliant “1927 nm wavelength laser is a safe and effective modality for improving post inflammatory hyperpigmentation in patients with darker skin types.”

Clear and Brilliant treatment Before and After Photos:

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Where can I get the Clear + Brilliant Treatment?

If you are looking for a provider that offers the Clear and Brilliant laser treatment near me and live in the Bucks County area, call (267) 332-5567 or contact Healthy Solutions Medspa today for a free consultation.

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The New Juvederm Volux for the jawline

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Having a nice and defined jawline is everyone’s dream. With the new Juvederm Volux, we are able to enhance and define the jawline.

What is Juvederm Volux?

Juvederm Volux is the first and newest hyaluronic acid dermal filler offered by Allergan Aesthetics that is FDA approved to improve the appearance and definition of the jawline.

Popularity of having a snatched jawline

Mainstream media and celebrities like JLO and the Kardashians have been showing off their contoured and defined jawlines in recent years making a snatched jawline the newest most coveted facial feature.

What to expect during a jawline treatment with Juvederm Volux?

During your treatment, Juvederm Volux is injected deep onto the bone along the jawline and chin. This dermal filler is created specifically to provide better jawline definition because it creates structural support. You may need 1 or more syringes to achieve the “snatched jawline” of your dreams, depending on what your medical provider thinks you will need during your consultation.

How Long Does Juvederm Volux Last?

You can expect a jawline treatment with Juvederm Volux to last between 12-24 months.

Is there Downtime?

You should not work out or sweat excessively for 24 hours after receiving a Juvederm Volux dermal filler treatment, and avoid laying down for at least 4 hours. This is to avoid any infections you could get from at the injection sites. You may bruise or swell, but those should go away within a few days.

What are the Side Effects?

Commonly reported side effects of Juvederm Volux include slight swelling, bruising, redness, pain, tenderness, firmness, lumps or bumps, discoloration, or itching. These side effects resolve in time, or with antibiotics or steroids.

Juvederm Volux Before and After Photos

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How to save on Juvederm Volux with the Allē Program

When receiving Juvederm Volux dermal filler, you can earn coupons and save money with the Alle program. The Allē rewards membership program is a free loyalty program where you can earn rewards after each Juvederm or Botox treatment. After receiving a Juvederm Volux treatment, your provider will enter your treatment into the Alle program and you will earn 200 points which is equivalent of $20 that will be available for you to use towards your next Botox or Juvederm treatment.

Want to schedule a consultation to see if Juvederm Volux is right for you, contact Healthy Solutions Medspa at (267) 332-5567.

Where Can I Get Juvederm Volux?

If you are looking for a provider that offers Juvederm Volux or jawline contouring near me and live in the Bucks County area, call (267) 332-5567 or contact Healthy Solutions Medspa today for a free consultation.

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What is a lip flip?

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What is a Lip Flip?

A lip flip is a treatment that enhances the lips with Botox injections to create a fuller appearance. 

How Much is a Lip Flip?

Lip flips use very little amount of Botox (between 4-8 units) and is a more affordable treatment when comparing it to lip filler. At Healthy Solutions Medspa, the lip flip can range from $55-$110.

How Long Does it Last?

Just like Botox on the face, Botox on the lips (lip flips) lasts around three to five months.

Does a lip flip hurt?

Patients have found lip flips to be almost pain-free. There is a small sting when being injected into the lip, however the pain is very well tolerable. The actual treatment time is 5 -10 minutes.

If you want fuller lips, consider Lip Filler

Patients find a lot of times they want additional volume in the lips after receiving a lip flip. We recommend thinking about adding lip filler to your lips along with the lip flip to add volume.

Post-Care

After having a lip flip, patients should avoid working out for 24 hours, due to the injection holes needing to be clean. Bruising may occur, so icing the area may relieve some of the bruising and swelling. Avoid sleeping face down.

Am I a Good Candidate for a lip flip?

If you have a thin upper lip, show a lot of your gums when you smile, or want a small change to your lips, this would be a great procedure for you.

Where Can I Get a Lip Flip?

If you are looking for a lip flip near me and live in the Bucks County area, call (267) 332-5567 or contact Healthy Solutions Medspa today for a free consultation.

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How to find the Best Medspa Near Me

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Once you decide what type of treatment you want to have, whether it be Botox, lip filler, Hydrafacial, laser hair removal, CoolSculpting, or something else, you will need to decide on how to find the best Medspa in Bucks County.

If you live in Bucks County, PA, there are a few different ways to narrow down the differences between medspas and decide on which is the Best Medspa near me.

Do Your Research!

Does the medspa have great reviews? Does the Medspa showcase their before and after photos? Do they offer any discounts to new patients? How about a membership plan? Do they provide pricing? How far are they from you? Doing your research ahead of time to avoid booking an appointment with the wrong facility.

Read the Medspa’s Google Reviews

Much like deciding on a restaurant, a hotel to stay at, or vacation spot, reading reviews will absolutely make or break your decision about a medspa.

When reading the google reviews, If others are saying the medspa is amazing, then that sounds like it would give you a great experience.

However, if you see poor reviews, then that medspa is probably not the best choice for you.

What Services does this Medspa offer?

Check out the medspa’s website!

If they provide a list of services (which they should), see if they offer the treatment or service you are looking for.

Maybe they offer complimentary consultations as well, which is perfect if you are unsure of exactly what you want to do.

Ask About Treatments
Have a question?

Give the medspa a call!

Whether it be about the service, the price, the provider, the location, or anything else, you should call the medspa and ask your questions to avoid any misunderstandings.

Compare Prices

Take a look at different medspas and compare prices of the service you’re interested in.

If they don’t provide prices on their website, give them a call or set up a consultation.

Choosing the Best Medspa in Bucks County

If you are looking for the best medspa near me in Bucks County, Healthy Solutions Medspa is the perfect choice.

With two locations, in Furlong and Ivyland, over 300 5 star google reviews, we take great pride in providing the best treatment outcomes for our customers.

Contact us here, schedule an appointment online, or call us at (267) 332-5567 for a complimentary consultation. We look forward to meeting you!

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What is Upneeq?

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What is Upneeq?

Upneeq is a prescription eye drop that temporarily lifts the upper eyelid, creating a noticeable difference without the need for surgery. The only one to be FDA approved, Upneeq eye drops opens your eyes about 1 mm in the upper eyelid. Great for everyday use, for weekends out with friends, or on occasion.

How Does Upneeq Work?

Upneeq is an eyedrop that should be used once daily in each eye. It is an oxymetazoline hydrochloride ophthalmic solution, 0.1%, which causes the upper eyelid to raise.

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What are the side effects?

Common side effects (seen in 1-5% of patients) include eye inflammation, redness, dry eye, blurry vision, irritation, and headache. Upneeq is overall safe and well-tolerated.

How do you apply Upneeq?

Upneeq is applied in 2 quick and easy steps:
Carefully cut open the foil, and remove the single-use vial from the packaging.
Apply one drop of Upneeq in each eye as directed, once daily.
Do not let the tip of the vial touch your eye or any other surface.
Vials should only be used once, and should be thrown away after applying drops.

How long does it last?

Your eye lids will be lifted for at least 6 hours using Upneeq.

Does it hurt your eyes?

No. Upneeq does not hurt your eyes and the solution does not sting.

Can you use Upneeq if you wear contact lenses?

If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying Upneeq. You may put them back in after 15 minutes.

How much is Upneeq?

We offer Upneeq at our premier medusa in Bucks County and a box with 45 applications costs $200.

To learn more about Upneeq or to answer any questions, give us a call at (267) 332-5567

If you would like to improve the appearance of droopy eye lids and are looking to purchase Upneeq, contact us at Healthy Solutions Medspa online, or give us a call at (267) 332-5567.

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Have you heard of the liquid facelift?

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You may know someone who had a facelift, but have you heard about something called the liquid facelift? It’s a term used for a certain non-surgical treatment that can provide the benefits of a facelift without incisions, anesthesia or any downtime. Let’s cover the basics so you know why the liquid facelift has become a popular treatment for so many people. 

What is a Liquid Facelift?

A liquid facelift is a non-surgical procedure that uses dermal fillers for facial rejuvenation. These dermal fillers reduce the appearance of wrinkles and folds, leaving you looking years younger in the process. Generally Botox injections and dermal filler injections such as Juvederm or Restyalne are used for liquid facelifts.

What can you expect with a Liquid Facelift?

During a liquid facelift, dermal fillers and Botox are used to add volume, lift, contour the midface.

These dermal fillers are then used to sculpt and refine the jawline, chin, add volume to lips and reduce wrinkles from the forehead with Botox. 

The liquid facelift is highly customizable and four syringes or more of dermal fillers may be needed depending on the areas of your face you want to focus on.

It’s  best to get a consultation at a reputable medspa with a certified medical injector who will create a liquid face lift plan for you. 

The results of a liquid facelift can last anywhere between a year or two, depending on the dermal fillers used.

To see if you are a candidate for a liquid facelift, it’s best to start with a consultation.

If you are looking into doing a liquid facelift or searching for a provider that does lip injections, jawline contouring, or would like to reduce wrinkles from your forehead with Botox and you live in or around the Bucks County, PA area, request your free consultation at Healthy Solutions Medspa online, or give us a call at (267) 332-5567.

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