What is a med spa and how is it different from a day spa?

A med spa combines medical expertise with a spa setting. Our Birmingham and East Lansing med spa is physician-owned, and treatments like Botox, fillers, CoolSculpting and chemical peels are performed by licensed surgeons, nurses and medical aestheticians.

Is there a med spa near me in Birmingham or East Lansing?

Yes. Our Birmingham med spa sits on N Old Woodward Ave in downtown Birmingham, serving Bloomfield Hills, Troy and Oakland County. Our East Lansing location on Merritt Rd serves Lansing, Okemos and Haslett.

What are the most popular med spa treatments?

Botox and Dysport, Juvederm and Restylane fillers, CoolSculpting Elite, HydraFacial, chemical peels, microneedling and laser hair removal are our most requested treatments. Your provider recommends the right combination during your consultation.

Are med spa treatments safe?

Treatments are safe when performed by trained medical professionals in a licensed, sterile clinical setting. Our board-certified surgeons oversee every plan, and our nurses and aestheticians follow strict medical protocols at both locations.

Do you offer financing for med spa treatments?

Yes. We offer financing through Cherry and CareCredit, so you can pay for Botox, fillers, body sculpting or plastic surgery over time. Gift cards are also available in any amount for any aesthetic service.

How do I book a consultation?

Book online through our appointments page, call our Birmingham office at 248-566-5901 or our East Lansing office at 517-913-3296. We are open six days a week, including Saturdays from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Acne Treatment in Birmingham, MI

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Acne treatment in Birmingham, MI at our med spa goes beyond over-the-counter products with the HydraFacial MD acne facial and vacuum extraction, the ZO Acne Intervention Facial, ZO chemical peels blending TCA, lactic and salicylic acids, and laser acne treatment that targets acne-causing bacteria, excess oil and acne scars. Explore our facials, chemical peels and laser treatments in Birmingham and East Lansing.

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What Is Professional Acne Treatment?

Acne affects teens and adults, and it can hurt your self-confidence. At-home and over-the-counter products often fail, and some make breakouts worse. Our med spa in Birmingham, MI and East Lansing offers medical-grade acne treatment with lasers, chemical peels and HydraFacial treatments for both acne and acne scars.

How Does Acne Form?

Acne forms when sebum, the skin’s natural oil, gets trapped by a blocked follicle. Bacteria grow in the clogged pore, which leads to redness and swelling. Popping pimples can push this deeper and lead to permanent scarring.

Acne Facial and Treatment Options

HydraFacial MD for acne: This acne facial takes about 30 minutes, with no pain and no downtime. It follows four steps: cleansing and exfoliation, peeling, vacuum extraction of impurities, and infusion of hydrating, healing botanicals. We customize the formulas, including Teen HydraFacial MD and Acne HydraFacial MD options. Learn more about our HydraFacial treatments.
ZO Acne Intervention Facial: Five steps: cleansing, exfoliation to gently remove dead skin cells, medical-grade acne medication, extractions as needed, and sunscreen.
ZO Chemical Peel: Developed by Dr. Obagi, this strong peel combines TCA, lactic acid and salicylic acid. Only licensed medical facilities can administer it. Explore our chemical peels.
Laser acne treatment: Lasers target the bacteria linked to acne, reduce blood flow to the sebaceous glands to slow oil production, and treat acne scar tissue. See our laser and RF treatments and acne scar reduction.

What to Expect: Procedure, Recovery and Results

Your visit starts with a skin review. Our medical aestheticians then build your plan. HydraFacial and ZO facials have little or no downtime. Chemical peels and lasers may cause redness or peeling for a few days. Most people need a series of treatments and a good home routine to keep skin clear.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Acne Treatment?

Teens and adults with mild to moderate breakouts, clogged pores, oily skin or acne scars are often good candidates. Browse all of our med spa facials.

Acne Facial Near You in Birmingham and East Lansing

Visit either of our Michigan med spas:

Birmingham: 856 N Old Woodward Ave, Suite 120, Birmingham, MI 48009. Call 248-566-5901.
East Lansing: 2111 Merritt Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823. Call 517-913-3296.

Both locations are open Monday through Saturday, with hours until 7 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday. Book your skin care appointment.

Hydrafacial MD for Acne

HydraFacial MD® treatments take only 30 minutes and provide zero pain with no downtime. Patients immediately continue their daily activities with refreshed, glowing, radiant skin.

This 4-step treatment process includes:

(1.) cleanses and exfoliates
(2.) peels
(3.) vacuum extracts impurities
(4.) infuses hydration and healing botanicals

Our specialists select proprietary formulas based on each patient’s unique skin issues. We infuse these customized formulas during hydration to address specific skin concerns, including Teen HydraFacial MD and Acne HydraFacial MD treatments.

ZO Facials & Peels for Acne

Legendary skin care pioneer Dr. Obagi created the ZO Chemical Peel to treat acne with one of the most aggressive facial peels available. This exclusive blend contains 10% TCA, lactic, and salicylic acids. Because of its strength, only licensed medical facilities like Aurora Medi Spa in East Lansing, MI can administer this treatment.

Dr. Obagi specifically designed the ZO Acne Intervention Facial to target acne effectively. Every successful acne facial requires five essential steps: cleansing, exfoliation, medication, extractions, and sunscreen application.

Our specialists gently remove dead skin cells without irritating your skin, minimizing downtime completely. We then apply medical-grade acne medication to eliminate pimple-causing bacteria. Finally, skilled aestheticians or nurses perform extractions as needed to complete your treatment.

Laser Acne Treatment

Acne is caused by the oily secretion of the sebaceous glands (sebum) that is unable to exit the skin because a hair follicle is blocked causing ugly pimples. And, when the pimple ruptures (“pop”) it can then lead to permanent scarring. We offer the latest technologies in laser treatments that can rapidly, painlessly and affordably eliminate acne breakouts. The laser is set to a specific wavelength that is very effective in killing the p-acnes bacteria, which is the main cause of acne. The laser also reduces the blood supply to the sebaceous gland, slowing the production of sebum or “oil”. The laser can also be used to direct controlled pulses of specific light frequencies into the upper skin layer, to destroy acne scar tissue without damaging surrounding skin – permanently reducing or eliminating acne scars.

Acne Treatment FAQs

What is the best treatment for acne?

The best acne treatment depends on your skin type, acne type and goals. Many patients do well with a HydraFacial MD acne facial, the ZO Acne Intervention Facial, a ZO chemical peel or laser acne treatment. We review your skin and recommend a plan that fits.

Does an acne facial hurt?

A HydraFacial MD acne facial involves no pain. Most clients feel a gentle suction during extractions. The ZO Acne Intervention Facial may cause mild tingling when medication is applied. Chemical peels can sting briefly. Our team keeps you comfortable throughout each treatment.

How many acne treatments will I need?

Most patients need a series of treatments for clear skin, plus a good home care routine. The number depends on how severe your acne is and which treatment you choose. We set a schedule at your visit and adjust it as your skin improves.

Can lasers treat acne scars?

Yes. Laser treatments can target acne scar tissue to improve skin texture. Lasers also target the bacteria linked to acne and slow oil production. We choose the right laser for your scar type and skin tone.

Is there downtime after acne treatment?

A HydraFacial takes about 30 minutes and has no downtime. ZO facials usually have little downtime. Stronger chemical peels and laser treatments can cause redness, dryness or peeling for several days. We give you clear aftercare steps, including daily sunscreen, to protect your skin.

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