When you go to a salon or spa, one of the main things they offer is aesthetic services. Aesthetic services are used to treat conditions and improve one's appearance. This article explains how some of these treatments are performed, and the results they provide. 

Botox

Botox is one of the most common aesthetic services. A licensed medical professional will inject onabotulinumtoxinA under the skin with a small needle and temporarily paralyze the muscles in your face or neck. This reduces wrinkles around the muscles that are used the most. 

Dermal Fillers

Dermal fillers are used to add volume. A gel-like material is injected underneath the skin to do things such as fill contours under your eyes, soften facial creases, and plump lips. Dermal fillers must also be performed by a licensed professional.

Facials

Facials offer a number of different benefits. LED light therapy facials reduce fine lines and acne. European facials cleanse, exfoliate, extract from pores, massage, and moisturize. An oxygen facial blasts the skin with pressurized oxygen and serums to reduce fine lines and imperfections.

A chemical peel is a facial made from acids that safely remove the skin's top layer of cells. A solution sits on the skin for a few minutes and is then rinsed off. Each different acid gives different results. Glycolic acid reduces fine lines. Lactic acid reduced the appearance of sun and age spots. Salicylic acid treats acne.

Microdermabrasion facials also remove the outermost skin cells. In one method, the skin is sprayed with tiny crystals that slough off dead skin cells. The other method is done with a diamond-encrusted wand that scrubs off the skin's imperfections. Both methods even skin tone and texture, reduce lines, and brighten the skin.

Waxing

Waxing is used to remove body hair. Hard wax is a non-heated wax that can be used a few times in the same area. Hard wax is used on small areas like the face. Soft wax is heated, applied with strips, and can only be used once on larger areas. Waxing is typically done on the legs, armpits, back, arm, and bikini area.

Body Scrubs

Body scrubs improve skin texture and appearance by removing dead skin cells. The skin is left cleansed and softened. Some types of scrubs include coffee, salt, sugar, honey, and herbs. With lovely smells and textures, body scrubs are one of the most pleasing spa experiences. 

Getting aesthetic services like these is a great way to refresh your appearance and make you feel rejuvenated. Contact your local salons and spas to see what type of aesthetic services they offer.