Medical spas have redefined the way we understand anti-ageing, body contouring and skin care with treatments that are virtually painless, non invasive and require absolutely no downtime. A few dermatologists and clinics offer these services even in NCR where people can come in during lunch hour and leave feeling invigorated, taut and toned. Sure, episodes of Nip Tuck might make you believe that these treatments will cost you a fortune and will hurt a little (more like a lot), we asked a few clinics about which ones do best. From celebrities, models and new mommies, here are the treatments that do best:

Facials:
The Hydrafacial at Aayna Clinic
Opt for this when you’ve got a wedding coming up or if you’ve spent too much time basking in the sun. The hydrafacial is a fantastic treatment that takes between 30-45 minutes and targets acne, dryness, rosacea, scarring and discolouration on the skin. The treatment is absolutely painless and performed by skilled technicians who remove blackheads, whiteheads during the treatment with vacuum cupping to ensure there is no scarring. You are left with radiant, baby soft skin that feels soft to touch and is nourished from the inside out. Cost 6200 per session. Buy 4, get one free.

Instaglow facial at at Lumiere Dermatology
Opt for this if you’ve spent too much time in the outdoors or if you have been neglecting the skin around your face and neck. Oxygenating your face makes you look more refreshed, radiant and gives your skin the glow you’ve been looking for. You might want to consult Doctor Lohia and have her address all your skin woes prior to the session particularly if you’ve got sensitive skin. She offers great advice as regards dermatology. The Instaglow facial is particularly effective at mitigating the effects of sun damage, pollution, tan and toxins.
Cost: 5700 INR

Body sculpting:
Exilis Elite at Aayna Clinic
As far as body contouring goes, the experts say that Exilis helps to shrink loose tissue and skin, boosts the production of collagen and elastin in the long term, which help skin regain suppleness and elasticity. The treatment is most effective on the forehead, eyebrows, under-eye area, crow’s feet, the décolletage, and abdominal regions. It takes about 20-30 minutes on smaller areas and you need to wait two weeks before sessions. You can expect to see results after about 3-4 sessions depending on your problem areas. The Aayna Clinic sees a steady inflow of visitors who come in for sessions. It is virtually pain free and requires absolutely no downtime. Price on request.

ReSCULPT Skin Tightening at Lumiere Dermatology
Regarded by cosmetologists worldwide as one of the quickest and most effective technologies that help in toning the face and body. The reSculpt uses near infrared light technology that works on rapid collagen production and enables skin tightening. The treatment works only deep tissue so there is no post treatment scarring or burning and no downtime. The treatment is particularly effective at reducing the appearance of cellulite and a lot of celebrities the world over are opting for this treatment. Price: starting at 7000 INR

Both clinics require that you come in for a consult and the physicians provide counselling pre and post treatment to ensure that you are on the right track with diet and exercise as a treatment alone won’t guarantee long lasting results. The doctors take your medical history and medicines into account before suggesting a body sculpting treatment.

Hair removal and under eye treatment-
Soprano Ice Laser at Aayna Clinic
You no longer have to worry about scheduling a waxing appointment with the parlour every month once you jump onto the laser bandwagon. Used by clinics worldwide, the Soprano Laser is fast becoming one of the best laser hair removal techniques that is virtually painless, extremely safe and suitable for all skin types. A lot of us associate laser hair removal with heat and burning but you can stop worrying about all of that because the Soprano Ice cools the skin while it removes hair right from the follicle. This machine is extremely safe and therapists have seen great results with smaller areas like the underarm, facial hair and bikini line too. Price on request.

Under Eye Rescue at Lumiere Dermatology
A lot of us spend most evenings squinting in front of a computer screen catching up on netflix and the latest episode of Narcos or we pull an all nighter to get work done in time for office/college the next day. Sleep deprivation coupled with vitamin deficiencies and stress can wreak havoc around the skin under your eyelids making you look tired with discoloration and puffy lids. Luckily, the under eye rescue is a safe, painless way to alleviate some of that discomfort and leave looking fresher and like you are resting enough. The treatment works to target lymphatic drainage, combat puffiness and dark circles as well as reducing the darkening or discoloration around the eyes. Cost- 8000 per session. You need about 4 sessions to see results.

Disclaimer- please see your physician and or dermatologist for a consult before opting for any of these treatments particularly if you have sensitive skin or any medical concerns. As much as we would like to admit that these treatments are fantastic, it isn’t a substitute for a healthy lifestyle and a good regimen. You should sweat often, move a lot and eat clean in conjunction with these treatments to yield real results that are long lasting.

Quick notes:
Aayna Clinic
Address:
Ambawatta One, H5/5, First Floor, Kalka Das Marg, Mehrauli, New Delhi – 110030 (India)
E-mail:
info@aaynaclinic.com

Lumiere Dermatology-
Vasant Vihar Location
78 Paschmi Marg, 3rd Floor, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi
Tel : +91 11 41621183, +91 11 41621184 Mob: +91 8826329994
Email: info@lumieredermatology.com
Website: www.lumieredermatology.com

Panchsheel Park Location
E – 41 Panchsheel Park, 3rd Floor, New Delhi- 110017
Tel:+91 11: 41642288 mob: +91 8826-329995

The article was originally published in LBB. You can view it here