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In 2020, we're getting smart about our beauty choices, raising our skincare IQ with state-of-the-art treatments that make a real difference.

What's Smart:
DefenAge Innovative Skin Renewal System
Clinically proven, this pro-grade skincare line improves tone, texture, clarity and hydration in just six weeks while minimizing pores and wrinkles. The key ingredient is a patented molecule called Age-Repair Defensins. Your body uses defensins to heal wounds, stimulate your dormant LGR6+ stem cells to produce "fresh" keratinocytes (Skin cells!) and - eventually - grow new skin. Using the same mechanism, the DefenAge product rejuvenates your aged skin, creating a more bright, glowing visage without irritation.

3D Radiance Eye Cream rejuvenates tired, aging eyes, diminishes crow's feet, fades dark circles and reduces puffiness. The Clinical Power Trio, DefenAge's core regimen, combines three products - a two-minute warming cream mask to exfoliate dull, unwanted skin cells; an intensive hydrating barrier balancing cream; and a concentrated serum designed to smooth, brighten and firm the skin. DefenAge skincare can be used alone or can be combined with your favorite skincare line to enhance your results. For a limited time, a free gift set with purchase is available.
DermaCure Medical Aesthetics 257-8400

What's Smart:
SmartLipo Laser Liposuction
SmartLipo is one of the most advanced liposuction procedures available today - and it uses laser energy to melt away fat in a technique known as laser liposuction. SmartLipo is a safe, minimally-invasive procedure that produces effective results as a new alternative to both traditional and tumescent liposuction.
SmartLipo Laser Liposuction is especially effective in reaching small, tricky areas that traditional liposuction often cannot treat. It's incredibly effective in places like the abdomen, waist, flanks, thighs, hips, back, arms, chin, neck and chest.

SmartLipo uses a laser that is inserted under the skin through a tiny cannula tube and delivered directly to the targeted area. The laser energy simultaneously melts fat cells and coagulates skin tissue, removing stubborn fat and tightening the surrounding skin for slimmed, smoothed results. The melted fat can either be suctioned out or absorbed into the bloodstream. The laser energy also causes small blood vessels to coagulate as fat is melted, resulting in less bleeding and faster healing and recovery times. There is no need for stitches after the SmartLipo procedure because only a tiny incision is needed.
LA Vein Center 818-325-0400

What's Smart:
Silhouette InstaLift
Silhouette InstaLift is the ideal minimally-invasive solution for anyone interested in a lift in their appearance without surgery. It offers a unique technology to lift sagging skin by using sutures with bi-directional cones to safely reposition subdermal tissue. Over time, the sutures will naturally be absorbed by your body while stimulating production of collagen. This procedure beautifully lifts, contours and restores the mid face and neck.
Advanced Dermatology & Cosmetic Care 254-3686