The promises of a “facelift in a bottle” and “dramatic results after one use” sound amazing! However, we know all too well the disappointment of misleading marketing when it comes to skincare, specifically firming lotions. So, what firming creams actually work? The skin care experts at Belladerm MedSpa are here to highlight our favorite firming products.

Bodifirm™

Bodifirm™ from Revision Skincare is a phenomenal product to add to your whole body skincare regimen. Specifically created to address the body rather than face and neck, Bodifirm™ holds advanced technology to target sagging and crepe-like skin by sculpting the indicated area.

Nectifirm Advanced

Nectifirm Advanced is another of Revision Skincare’s award-winning body products. This age-defying lotion is packed with antioxidants, peptides, and vitamins to visibly lift and smooth the neck and chest. Harnessing the power of the skin’s own microbiome is what sets this product apart. The results speak for themselves and leave us wanting more!

Firm & Tone Lotion

SkinMedica’s Firm & Tone Lotion is powerfully effective at targeting sagging, crepe-like, and dimpled skin. Indicated for use on the under arms and thighs, this product addresses visible signs of aging and leaves skin with a youthful glow. In addition, Firm & Tone Lotion has the key benefits of diminishing the look of uneven skin texture and improves the look of sagging.

Which Firming Product is Best for Me?

While traditional firming products claim to deliver extraordinary results, professional-grade skincare can only be purchased through a licensed retailer for a variety of reasons, inducing efficacy and white-papers to back their claims. Brands such as SkinMedica and Revision Skincare are some of our favorites when looking to obtain real results. Nevertheless, we always recommend scheduling a complimentary consultation with one of our skin-care experts to determine candidacy for the products you are considering.

Need a lift? Belladerm MedSpa is the first practice in the Maple Grove area to carry Upneeq! This modern treatment for droopy eyes is a daily eye-drop application that encourages an uplifted look. Keep reading to learn more about what Upneeq can offer you.

How Does Upneeq Work?

Upneeq is prescribed in eye-drop form and can be used every day! Following prescription directions, one dose, once daily is all you need to encourage a lifted look.

What Conditions can it help with?

During clinical trials, they found dramatic results with patients who have acquired ptosis (low-laying lids) and Botox-induced ptosis. Botox-induced ptosis is when migration happens after Botox is injected into the forehead area resulting in relaxed muscles causing a low-laying eye appearance.

Is Upneeq Safe?

Yes. It’s FDA-Approved to be both safe and effective for the treatment of acquired eyelid ptosis in adults. Following clinical studies, the most common adverse reactions with Upneeq (occurring in 1-5% of patients) was eye inflammation, eye redness, dry eye, blurred vision, eye pain at time of use, eye irritation, and headache.

How Does It Compare to Eyelid Surgery?

While these treatments are not the same, Upneeq is the effective non-surgical solution to consider. It is a helpful yet temporary alternative to surgery for those who are not prepared to have a surgical eyelid lift. Our partners over at Mesna Plastic Surgery can guide you further on the surgical process known as a blepharoplasty and determine your candidacy for a surgical solution to acquired blepharoptosis or ptosis.

Am I Good Candidate for Upneeq?

If you are looking for a lift, you’ll want to know about all of your options—surgical and non-surgical. Schedule a complimentary consultation and visit the medical cosmetic professionals at Belladerm MedSpa to learn more about safe and effective options that are customized specifically for you.

At Belladerm MedSpa, we pride ourselves on providing only top-of-the-line, result-driven treatments and products. We are excited to announce a recently added fast-acting skincare product to our shelves. Continue reading to learn more about the iS Clinical Active Peel System and what it can do for you. 

This botanically-based Active Peel System is an effective, fast-acting treatment designed to resurface the skin while providing hydration, restoration, and antioxidant protection. When this well-balanced, gentle system is applied, you can expect to feel a cool, tingly sensation as it begins to improve the texture and appearance of the skin, resulting in a smooth, hydrated, and more youthful-looking complexion.

Active Peel System Benefits

The Active Peel System is designed to address a variety of skin concerns for both men and women, no matter the age. By incorporating this product into your skincare routine, you can expect a variety of benefits. Some of those include:

• Reduces the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and pore size

• Improves the texture and smoothness of the skin

• Delivers long-lasting results with continuous use

• Boosts overall health of the skin

Application

Recommended application is every other day, preferably in the evening. After cleansing, apply Step 1 over the entire face and neck. Leave on for three minutes. After the three minutes are up, do not rinse off. Next, apply Step 2 over the same area and leave it on for the night.

Although this new Belladerm product has yet to be added to our website, we are happy to answer any questions you may have over the phone or assist with a purchase in the office. Contact us to learn more about the iS Clinical Active Peel System.