It’s no secret that these days no one wants to look their age. With laser skin resurfacing centers offering the latest innovations in cosmetic medicine like botox and hgh therapy you don’t have to. The U.S. spa industry reportedly made over $15.5 billion in 2014 in revenue making it one of the most popular industries among consumers both male and female. Testosterone replacement therapy and other gender specific procedures are also on the rise. Spa visits have increased to 160 million and the average guest spent $87 per visit.
When most people think of plastic surgery, they think of going under the knife. That is not always the case. If anything, consumers are more interested in simple, non-surgical procedures with little to no down time. The most popular non-surgical skin treatment is botox. Botox injections are popular among those between the ages of 40 and 59. The treatment lasts on average about four months and 82% of patients see results after the first week of treatment.
Another popular treatment is Hyaluronic acid which can be used to treat wounds, burns and skin ulcers and have an injection pain of 1.5 out of five. In 2014, more than 1.8 million Hyaluronic acid treatments were performed at laser skin resurfacing centers or medical offices. Juvederm Ultra, Juvederm Ultra Plus, Perlane, Restylane are more recognized names for products containing Hyaluronic acid. The most popular of them being Juvederm.
While the cost of Juvederm injections varies based on the areas treated, they typically cost between $300 to $800. As mentioned earlier, there are different types of Juvederm. Juvederm Voluma XC injectable gel is the first and only filler FDA-approved to instantly add volume to the cheek area. It gives you a subtle lift, helping to restore contour and a more youthful profile. It also lasts for up to 2 years in patients over the age of 21. This is different from Juvederm XC because it works on a different area of the face like the lips and under the eyes.
As always, it is highly recommended to consult a medical professional before purchasing or starting any kind of treatment. Check in with a physician at a laser skin resurfacing center near you.
