GROOMED L.A.

so far so GREAT. XEOMIN is here. additive/chemical free freezer.

ok, i just sampled this on my crow's feet.  

just a few cc's took effect within 2 days.  and took off a few years as well.

yay!

read more below about XEOMIN, the recently FDA approved additive-free Botox alternative.

apparently it is less pricey and less filled with scary stuff. i am super excited about this as i think i may have become resilient to the B-tox!

the gorgeous P.A. Carla Lovato worked her magic on me, in less than ten mins.

read this first!

Xeomin versus Botox and Dysport

Botox, Dysport and Xeomin have a lot in common, but they also have some important differences. Unlike its predecessors, Xeomin does not need to be refrigerated. This may be an advantage when it comes to distribution. What's more, Xeomin is "naked." There are no additives — just botulinum toxin type A. This may lessen a patient's likelihood of developing antibodies to Xeomin. When your body senses a foreign invader, it responds by creating antibodies and launching an attack. If this were to occur with a neurotoxin such as botulinum toxin type A, it may not have its desired effects.

Xeomin is said to be more like Botox than Dysport. It takes about one week for the full effects of Xeomin injections to be realized, and once this occurs the results last from three to six months. Dysport, Xeomin and Botox should not be used interchangeably. They should also only be administered by skilled injectors such as board-certified facial plastic surgeons in sterile environments such as medi-spas or doctors’ offices. Xeomin should not be injected in beauty salons, malls or at Xeomin parties in the home.

If you are interested in Xeomin injections, consult with a facial plastic surgeon to explore your candidacy. Be sure to choose a qualified surgeon with extensive experience providing various types of injectables. It can often be difficult to sort through all the hype to find a surgeon you can trust. To help in your search, All About Facial Rejuvenation has developed a directory of highly trained, reputable surgeons with years of experience performing a range of facial plastic surgery procedures. To find a surgeon near you, click here or on the right side of this page.

 

Marina Plastic Surgery is now offering FDA approved Xeomin, an additive-free Botox® alternative that makes faces smoother, wrinkle free and more aesthetically pleasing, with the added benefit that patients will not become resistant to it as they sometimes do with Botox.

Grant Stevens, M.D., founder of Marina Plastic Surgery(http://www.marinaplasticsurgery.com), Marina del Rey, CA, says, “This is a great addition to our facial rejuvenation arsenal because over time some people become resistant to Botox and its loses effectiveness due to its additives. While Botox is a great product, Xeomin costs much less, and according to the studies may last longer, a bonus for the right patient.”  He added that Xeomin, like Botox, also is a proven treatment for crow’s feet, smoker’s lines, neck bands and hyperhidrosis or excessive perspiration under the arms, on the feet and hands or elsewhere.  

"For people with well-defined wrinkles or creases who want a 'nonsurgical face lift,' we offer a wide range of injectable fillers like Xeomin," said Dr. Stevens. "The fillers available today are light-years beyond collagen and other fillers from several decades ago. Treatment is easier, the results can be better tailored, and the span between follow-up treatments is extended. While the science has not yet evolved enough to make surgical facelifts obsolete, our patients can achieve a more youthful and refreshed appearance in just one short office visit.  Xeomin is a great addition." 

"A nonsurgical procedure like Xeomin isn't going to be right for everyone," adds Dr. Stevens. "In some cases, only a surgical procedure will be able to provide the degree of tightening and lifting that a patient will need in order to achieve the results they really want. But even in these cases, it's increasingly common to combine a plastic surgery procedure with injectables for that added 

For more information about Xeomin or to book a visit, call 310-827-2653.  Find Marina Plastic Surgery Associates on the web at www.marinaplasticsurgery.com, on www.Facebookcom/MarinaPlasticSurgeryAssociates, and on Twitter @DrGrantStevens.    

 

 

Belle Visage Spa - Botox party - $7 unit!

 

Happy Halloween.  Wrinkles are scary.

deal with them here - a $7 per unit Botox deal-e-o at the lovely

Belle Visage Spa!

 

BOTOX PARTY! 818.907.0502 Book your Botox treatment This Wednesday night 6-8 PM for $7 per unit. *Patients must be new to our medical Department *All Existing Medical Patients at $9 per unit

   

 

 

 

 

 

Belle Visage Place page 13207 Ventura Boulevard Studio City, CA 91604-1864 (818) 907-0502

 

Another Laser Spa to check out. LaserAway on the Sunset Strip in WeHo.

High end lasers coming to a hood near you!

I recently checked out LaserAway, right on the Sunset Strip, which offers everything from tattoo removal to Botox and IPL's. The place was immaculate, the staff was organized and professional and I was very impressed with the technicians.  I decided to try out a skin rejuvenation treatment that is used to decrease pore size and even skin tone.  It attaches to the Cynosure Apogee Elite hair removal system.  Overall it felt great, but I am not sure about any results after only one treatment.  It's sold in packages of 6 for $1200 or $250 for one treatment. The PA who administered is was great.

If you are into laser hair removal and live in the area, say, up on Doheny, this is a perfect spot to try out.

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LaserAway in West Hollywood, California is the answer for your cosmetic procedure needs in Hollywood. We specialize in hair and tattoo removal, as well as treatments for sun damage for West Hollywood residents. Our specialists are highly trained to use the most cutting-edge technology for your treatments and to make you feel as comfortable as possible. We have world-class customer services and unbeatable results. Our West Hollywood staff and our California-licensed and registered nurses are professional, welcoming, and are all certified in laser procedures and familiar with the newest state-of-the-art technologies. You can feel comfortable at LaserAway in West Hollywood, knowing that you are getting the best care possible along with the results you desire, all for an affordable price in a relaxed environment. You can rest assured that our facilities are private, clean, and welcoming, and that all of your questions and concerns will be addressed. Give us a call today to discuss any of the following West Hollywood LaserAway procedures:

• West Hollywood Tattoo Removal
• West Hollywood Laser Hair Removal
• West Hollywood Photofacials
• West Hollywood Microdermabrasion, Facials, and Peels
• West Hollywood Skin Aging Treatments

LaserAway West Hollywood is pleased to serve our friends in the neighboring communities:

• Beverly Hills
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• LaserAway serving Southern California

  Just five years after LaserAway opened its doors on the Sunset Strip, we have expanded to ten locations throughout Southern California. We offer affordable hair removal, tattoo removal and advanced anti-aging skin care in a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere.

 

Dr. Tamara ZumMallen for chemical free freezers. MEI ZEN. The latest in COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE.

Dr. Tamara ZumMallen is an incredible acupuncturist who works at Healing Hands Wellness Center in Larchmont.  She has worked on healing so many things with me over the years, from chronic hip and sciatica pain to lower back issues and nerve damage.  

But recently, Tamara added something very exciting to the roster.  She is one of the few acupuncturists in Los Angeles practicing MEI ZEN,  COSMETIC ACUPUNCTURE. Yup, how about acupuncture needles instead of Botox needles to reduce fine lines, release muscle tension not to mention lift the epidermis and up collagen production? I was intrigued and couldn't wait to start my ten sessions (required for results).  I fell in love with it.

First of all, it is so relaxing - 90 needles in the face (not to mention she also treats whatever else is ailing at the time) helped me drift off into the most blissed out nap of my life.  But the results - WOW.  After every session, I immediately looked different. Glowing. Refreshed. Awake. And NO LINES. I immediately thought, how perfect this is for breast-feeding moms who want a little refresher but can't get back to Botox/Dysport yet. It's also perfect for anyone afraid to try freezers altogether. It's totally natural and my lord, I am obsessed with it now.  

Patients are saying:

"Not only did my skin look amazing and my crows feet disappear, but it helped keep my stress levels down and I sleep really well after treatments."

"Tamara works holistically.  The Mei Zen was powerful in relaxing my face, lessening my lines and I cannot believe the difference it made in jawline!  What a nice break from chemicals.  But I was also treated as a whole body, and my other ailments were treated at the same time.  Overall, I got more than I could imagine out of a session, inner and outer beauty and healing!"

 

Here Dr. ZumMallen explains more about Mei Zen for us!

I have been helping thousands of patients meet their holistic health goals for the past ten years.  What I’ve noticed is that when bodies are in proper yin/yang balance and qi is flowing, patients have a glow about their skin and a brightness in their eyes that is undeniable.  This realization has led me to seek out the very best in cosmetic acupuncture, a technique called MEI ZEN.  Mei Zen, meaning “beautiful person”, is a technique developed by Dr. Martha Lucas.

Dr. Lucas explains that by inserting acupuncture needles into specific points on the face, the body experiences a micro-trauma and sends collagen and elastin to  repair the skin.  Ten sessions are recommended.  And just like all Chinese medicine treatments, some results are dramatic and fast and some results are a little more subtle. 

 

Some results a patient may experience with Mei Zen:

A reduction of fine lines

A “leveling” of deeper lines

The beginnings of jowls may disappear

An improvement in acne and rosacea

Skin gets softer and more vibrant

Cheeks get smoother

Overall skin tone becomes more consistent

Age spots have faded

Wrinkles on the décolleté may soften

 

Cosmetic Acupuncture is contraindicated in the following cases:

Persons with seizure disorders

Persons with a history of migraines

Persons on blood thinners

Persons with unresolved hypertension

Pregnancy

 

Tamara is at HEALING HANDS ON LARCHMONT

 414 N Larchmont Blvd

Los Angeles, CA 90004

Map

323-461-7876

Located ½ block north of Beverly Blvd, on the east side of the street.

Cost: 1 session is:  $120.    10 sessions:  $1100 (due at first session)

GROOMED LA readers get $100 off!

Mention Groomed LA and buy a series for $1000 for 10 sessions (due at first session).  

You can also email Tamara for more info! Tamara@LAacupuncture.net so people 

 

 THE NEW YORK TIMES EVEN RAVES

 

NEWS FROM RAND RUSHER. HE'S EXPANDED AND HAS SOME AMAZING SPECIALS FOR APRIL! TAKE NOTE :)

FROM RAND: 

I wanted to take a moment and thank you for all for your support over the past years. I also have some exciting news about my continued business with Dr Leaf and our Leaf & Rusher Medical Spa.

Because of growing demand, the office will be expanding and opening a new branch in Beverly Hills.  I will be seeing patients at this new location, which is located one building from Dr. Leaf's current offices. 

Rand Rusher RN

416 N Bedford Dr

Suite 204

Beverly Hills, ca 90210

Norman Leaf M.D., Medical Director

310-275-7263

www.randrusher.com

Dr Leaf and I continue to build our practices together and are pleased to announce another bit of exciting news.  Leaf & Rusher Skincare Products is currently in the process of re-branding its look. A little face lift in the up coming months, you might say. You will be the first to see these change, as the new location is representative of these exciting new developments.

So come by, say hello, and see our new fresh look.  In celebration, I am also providing you with a list of special offers here at our new location beginning April 1st - No Fooling!  

Pick one and come in and celebrate with us!

Select one of our Opening specials!*

Dysport

When you purchase 1cc syringe of Restylane or Perlane - receive Dysport in  your glabellar area (between eyebrows) 

at no charge!

 

* no substitutions. Valid beginning April 1st while supplies last. Glabellar area only.

  Items must be used at the same visit, unable to be saved 

not valid with other offers.  

Juvederm

Buy 1cc Juvederm & 1cc of Botox 

receive a 2nd syringe of Juvederm FREE*

*No Substitutions. Valid beginning April 1st while supplies last

Items must be used at same visit, unable to be saved 

not valid with other offers

L & R mask

Come into the new office and purchase ANY 

Leaf & Rusher product and receive a FREE Clarify TX Mask!*

*while supplies last. mail orders are excluded

buy 2 Latisse .... get 1 free!

Come into the office and Buy 2 Latisse kits at $99 each

 and receive 1 Kit free!*

*pending perscription evaluation. no substitutes.

Discount Coupon

Need just a little bit of something?

 Not ready to see us yet? Just saw us? 

 Print out this coupon and bring it in on your next visit

Receive $50 off your treatment of $200 or more!*

Name:__________________________________________

Email:___________________________________________

*not vaild with other discounts or offers. one coupon per person. vaild thru July 2010

*All Specials - One discount per person.  Latisse is pending Physician prescription approval.  Not redeemable for cash.  Not valid on previous purchases. May not be combined with other offers. Void where prohibited or not deemed medically safe.

"Mom injects her 16 year old daughter with Botox." Someone shoot me. Please!

ARE YOU FRICKEN KIDDING ME???

Most depressing story ever. Gotta love those Brit tabloids...

Her mother has turned herself into a 'human Barbie' with more than 150 cosmetic procedures costing £500,000.

Now teenager Hannah Burge has become Britain's youngest user of Botox. She had her first injection of the toxin at 15 because she 'didn't want to look haggard' by 25.
Her mother Sarah, who gives Hannah the injections herself, said she was 'thrilled' when her daughter asked for them.

Hannah, now 16, had her first dose while on a family holiday in Marbella, Spain, last May, with her mother's consent. Since then the schoolgirl has had two more Botox injections at home with Miss Burge, 49, who is a trained aesthetic practitioner.

She uses the same Botox on her daughter that she uses on herself. The only concession she makes for Hannah's age is to give her half the usual dosage given to adults.

Hannah believes the toxin – which she calls "B" – will stop her developing wrinkles in the future.

She said: 'I wanted to have Botox for two reasons: It prevents wrinkles and everyone at my school was talking about having B.
'I had a couple of lines on my forehead and around my mouth, which I was unhappy about.

Appearance is important to me and I don't want to look haggard and ugly by the time I'm 25.
'Some of my friends told me that the earlier you start to have B, the fewer wrinkles you'll have as an adult.'

Hannah, of St Neots, Cambridgeshire, has heard of girls having Botox at 16 but believes she is the youngest to start. She now wants her mother to give her lip fillers for a fuller pout.

She said: 'I've met plenty of girls my age who are having these procedures behind their parents' backs, which I think is pretty dangerous.

'With (my mother's) help, I won't get that frozen-face look when I'm older and will never have a line or wrinkle on my face.'

Her mother, who has been married three times, regularly uses Botox herself, and has had her nose made smaller, her cheekbones made bigger, her breasts lifted, and the fat sucked from her face among other procedures.

She said: 'I was thrilled Hannah was open and honest with me about having Botox.
'I'd much rather know about it than have her do it behind my back.

Plumped, Injected, Relaxed, Perfected! RAND RUSHER THE GO TO FOR BOTOX AND FILLERS

Just saying his name, the way it rolls off my tongue like the name of an exotic dessert I could never make at home, makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.

Here, try it for yourself : RAND RUSHER 

Could anything sound more perfect? And wait until you see him, this gorgeous hunk of male-nurse-ness. Take my face, you’ll want to say. Take it and stick your needles into it. Do with it whatever you wish. It’s yours. I’m yours. Let’s do this.

The Mathematics of a Beautiful Face is what Rand exudes, knows, teaches and performs. I first read about Rand in a magazine while sweating out last night’s Ben and Jerry's on the elliptical – Vogue or Elle or something. It was a piece on how brilliant he was at doing things like fixing bad Botox and overly-injected faces – basically undoing the hideous anti-handiwork of others. This fascinated me. Could there be a bigger fear in life?

Ok may be a few, I get it, but let’s just pretend for a second that this really is as important as I am going to make it sound...

So I went to meet Rand. And he filled my life with all sorts of new joys and well, fillers. First I tested the waters with a little old school basic forehead Botox, to get a feel for his aesthetic. I loved it. He goes for an organic, natural look. He will not freeze your face like a daytime TV actress or one of those freaky looking women binging on Angelina Yogurt after a facelift consult on Bedford Drive. He will not erase every little crow's foot. He likes expression and realness. This is the wave of the future after years of that frozen Housewives of Orange County look that gave Botox a bad name. No, no, Rand puts the ‘balanced’ back into Botox.

Then we got creative. He told me that a little Botox to those muscle-cord-bandy-things on my neck would soften the appearance of tension and take yet another few years off.  Obviously, I didn’t wait a beat. Now I am totally hooked on it. It’s so incredibly subtle yet makes a huge difference.

Then I wanted some filler action. Restylane, Juvederm. Anything with three syllables and youth enhancing properties, shoot me up please.

 “Do your math on me!” is what I believe I said to Rand. Rand is a Beauty Scientist; he knows the matrix of facial perfection and will give you just the slightest tweaks with these fillers to balance things out in the most natural, non-obvious way possible. No one ever notices anything other than, ‘Wow, Em, you look friggen amazing!’  What he does is beyond subtle and totally non-Bev-Hills looking 'work'.  I recall a needle to the nasal labial folds, some action under my eyes, a squirt to my chin, somewhere on my cheek and maybe the lip lines above my top lip?? There was no Angelina Jolie lip plumping for me (on my face, he said, no way!), no fake-cheekbone puffing, just a little juice where that cruel mistress Age was starting to take her hollow grip on things. Watch out, missy, Rand will get you, he will!

Rand is a master. Did I mention there was not a moment of bruising anywhere?! Not even the delicate under eye skin. Nothing. I could have left and shot a movie that afternoon. And he is so deliciously charming, sweet and fun that you really will have to re-do your annual budget to fit him into your monthly beauty calendar. You will start making up things to do just to go back because whenever you leave you are simply guaranteed to look better and let’s face it more importantly, younger and prettier.

Rand is one half on the Leaf and Rusher Medical Skin Care Clinic on Bedford in Bev Hills, around the corner from Anastasia and Angelina Yogurt. They have a ridiculously amazing line of skin-care products, many of which I am way addicted to like the Skin Tonic, TX Eyes and Rapid Resurface. All major yum!

Rand Rusher

Office of Rand Rusher RN
416 N Bedford Dr
Suite 204
Beverly Hills, Ca 90210
310-275-RAND(7263)

Rand Rand your the Man, if God can't do it you can!