Treatments That Last

Over the last few months, time has seemed to slow and distance has expanded. Almost overnight, lives drastically changed and familiar conveniences disappeared. Little things became more noticeable and appreciated as grocery lineups filled the shelves and regular haircut appointments were unavailable while school and church activities ceased.

Since the Covid restrictions, cosmetic treatments that last months to years have become more appreciated. In the category of "years" are office procedures such as laser lipo, TCA face peels, and hair restoration, which only require a week or two of downtime but offer results that can last a lifetime.

Cosmetic fillers and thread lifts span from 6–12 months all the way up to several years depending on the areas treated and the choice of filler. The typical hyaluronic acid fillers such as Juvederm, Restylane, Voluma, last up to a year, while Sculptra, Bellafill can restore volume for 2–7 years. Finally, Botox and Dysport require four-month intervals while lines last on average 4 months and sometimes as long as 6 months.

And let's not forget, IPL treatments depend upon sun exposure, can last a year or more, and laser hair removal and spider vein removal are usually permanent.

It is often said that time is money. In this case, time and money are both saved by choosing treatments with staying power. And each year is appreciated even more whenever these services are unavailable.