Day Spa vs. Medical Spa: What Is a Medical Spa?
COSMETIC CREATIONS, known as a med spa, is a hybrid between a traditional day spa and a medical clinic. It offers a range of cosmetic treatments and procedures that go beyond what a typical day spa provides, often under the supervision of a licensed healthcare professional, such as a doctor or nurse practitioner.
- Medical spas offer a variety of medical-grade treatments, including:
- Injectable treatments: This can include dermal fillers, such as Botox or Juvederm, to reduce wrinkles and fine lines.
- Laser treatments: These may target issues like hair removal, skin rejuvenation, or acne scars using advanced laser technology.
- Chemical peels: Medical spas can offer stronger chemical peels than those found in traditional day spas, targeting skin issues like hyperpigmentation, acne, and sun damage.
- Medical-grade skincare: They often carry specialized skincare products that are formulated with higher concentrations of active ingredients than those available over the counter.
- Body contouring: Some medical spas offer treatments like non-surgical fat reduction and cellulite reduction using technologies like ultrasound or radiofrequency.
One significant difference between a medical spa and a day spa is that we operate under the oversight of a medical professional, which means we can offer more advanced treatments and procedures.
