treatments

Laser Hair Reduction FAQs

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Laser hair reduction may not be in the forefront of your mind if your world looks like ours does right now. Winter is in full force here in Northern Idaho, so we’re thinking of hydration and protecting our skin from the elements. The last thing we’re thinking about is being fuzz-free when we’re finally ready to shed layers. However, this is the perfect time to prepare for sunny days with laser hair reduction. Check out our answers to some Frequently Asked Questions to help you decide if this treatment is right for you.

Holiday 2022 Gift Guide

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With Thanksgiving behind us and a chill in the air, gift giving season is upon us! There is no need to stress, because, as usual, WE GOT YOU. We’ve compiled our Holiday 2022 Gift Guide to make it easy for you to give thoughtful, impactful gifts to everyone on your list!

Neck Bands: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment

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Neck Bands are a sneaky sign of aging! We all give plenty of attention to the skin on our faces, but despite our efforts, our necks may be sabotaging our quest for a young, dewey appearance. Also referred to as “tech neck,” platysma bands, or neck wrinkles, neck bands come on quickly and can seem to be a formidable challenge.

NAD+: The Beautiful Biohack

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NAD+ works on a cellular level to give our bodies energy and the tools to obtain optimal health. As we age, our bodies naturally produce less and less NAD+. If we do not take in the right nutrients in the right amounts, our bodies fail to produce sufficient NAD+. Insufficient NAD+ (whatever the cause) causes deficiencies and suboptimal functioning across our internal organs. Regularly adding NAD+ is a practice growing in popularity among both biohackers and the chronically ill. 

10 Ways to Detoxify your Skin

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In a world of filters and fillers, we have plenty of “quick fixes” at our fingertips to help us put our best faces forward. While we love a good injectable, nothing can replace holistic skincare and detoxification through good, old-fashioned healthy living. We’ve compiled our 10 favorite ways to detoxify your skin. By incorporating these tips into your healthy lifestyle, you’ll find yourself glowing and getting even better results from your injectables!

The Benefits of Microneedling

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The benefits of Microneedling are numerous, but the most unique and valuable is that it gives you dramatic results by helping your skin to do its job, to heal itself, to GLOW. Microneedling is also known as percutaneous collagen induction therapy. A handheld device uses tiny needles to make microscopic punctures in the skin. 

JUVÉDERM

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JUVÉDERM is just one brand of dermal filler we offer at Lakeside Medspa to help you put your best face forward without going under the knife. It is a hyaluronic acid-based filler that adds temporary volume. It is a simple, efficient, and cost-effective remedy for signs of aging. It is also used to plump and define the lips, cheeks, and chin. 

Ryan’s Health and Skincare Routine

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In honor of Father’s Day this month, I (Ryan) am stepping up to share the products and services I take advantage of to keep me performing my best, feeling my best, and looking my best. If you’re low-maintenance, new to the skincare game, or looking to streamline your routine, this is for you! I’ll discuss: 1)  the products I use daily and 2) the services I prioritize throughout the year. Let’s dive into my health and skincare routine!

How to Avoid Bruising and Swelling After Fillers

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Fillers are nearly miraculous in their ability to provide results that are quick, cost-effective, and relatively painless. There is little downtime and minimal side effects. The only pesky hurdles to enjoying your beautiful results are bruising and swelling, and as always, WE’VE GOT YOUR BACK. We compiled this guide to help you avoid bruising and swelling after fillers. Our aim is to support a positive filler experience so that you are able to meet your beauty and wellness goals without surgery and with as little discomfort as possible!

How to Optimize the Effects of the SmoothGlo Facial

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You are committed to investing in yourself and your skin. You’ve done the research, chosen the SmoothGlo (a cutting-edge, multi-purpose treatment), and found a friendly, talented, experienced medspa to do it (like Lakeside Medspa, of course). You’re no slouch. You know what you want and how to get it. You will have younger, healthier, glowing, skin in no time. In order to get you there and make the most of your investment, we’ve compiled some guidelines to optimize the effects of the SmoothGlo Facial.