Meet Our Newest Team Member for Esthetics in Springfield Missouri

Meet Our Newest Team Member

We’re excited to announce the arrival of our newest team member, Teresa Benz. Teresa comes to us after spending seven years in the nursing field. Before that, she completed cosmetology school. She falls somewhere between medical expert and passionate esthetic service provider, which makes her a great addition to the Advanced Laser Clinic team for esthetics in Springfield Missouri.

Advanced Laser Clinic: Welcome, Teresa! You’re new to esthetics. Tell us about your background.

Teresa Benz: Well, I am new to medical esthetics, but I’ve been involved with beauty and cosmetology since I left [cosmetology] school. My license consisted of not only hair care, but also nail and face care. But, at that time, I only practiced hair – so this is my first time working in skincare.

ALC: What made you decide to pursue medical esthetics?

TB: Medical esthetics are actually the whole reason I went to nursing school [after cosmetology school]. I wanted to get into medical esthetics – either plastics or esthetician services, like the PRP injections. So, I went to nursing school and then graduated and put out my resume. However, in this area, the market is pretty competitive, and I wasn’t able to find a medical esthetics position. Fast forward to seven years later, when I went in for a procedure with Jill Thompson. I said, “You aren’t hiring by any chance, are you?” She said, “Well, actually, we’re expanding. You’ve got great timing.”

ALC: How will you incorporate your nursing experience into medical esthetics?

TB: My skills are really a perfect mix for something like this. With my cosmetology background, I love working with people, and I really have that desire to make people feel good about themselves and improve their confidence. With my medical background, it increases the range of procedures I can perform. For example, I can draw blood and plasma for microneedling procedures, but I’m also trained in more basic procedures.

ALC: What treatments do you currently perform?

TB: I’m currently trained in microdermabrasion, facials, peels, OxyGeneo, IPL photofacials and laser hair removal.

ALC: What’s your favorite treatment to perform?

TB: So far, I like the IPL photofacials. I’ve never worked with lasers before, and the whole concept of it is really cool. Seeing the instant results on someone who might come in with age spots or discoloration is really impressive.

We can’t wait to see how Teresa uses her medical knowledge and passion for customer service to take our team to new heights. To schedule an appointment with Teresa, give us a call at (417) 883-5400.

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Geneo Anti-Aging Facial in Springfield Missouri

Get Ready For Your Next Event With A Geneo Facial

Geneo treatments are a three-in-one approach to skincare, tackling exfoliation, skin rejuvenation and oxygenation. Advanced Laser Clinic offers this super anti-aging facial in Springfield Missouri. Treatments are completed with a Geneo applicator that offers skin exfoliation similar to a gentle microdermabrasion treatment.

After the skin is exfoliated and prepared to receive essential nutrients, we infuse the skin with an exclusive formula designed to enhance the oxygenation process. Unlike standard oxygen facials, which are completed with suction applicators that can irritate the skin, the Geneo applicator features a soft exfoliating head that, when combined with the treatment gel we place on your skin, creates a gentle chemical reaction creating carbon dioxide bubbles. That, in turn, causes oxygenated blood to come to the skin’s surface. The oxygenation is completely internal, which is great for sensitive skin.

Is Geneo Right For Me?

Geneo facials leave your skin looking radiant with no downtime. That means that these treatments are ideal if you’re preparing for a big event like a wedding or a class reunion. Geneo treatments offer a host of benefits including pore reduction, fine line improvement and skin plumping and brightening. That’s not all: Regular treatments performed on a monthly basis can offer a marked improvement in acne, scarring, and severe fine lines. Geneo is gentle enough for sensitive skin while offering excellent results. Simply put, this is a facial treatment with universal benefits.

What Results Should I Expect?

Geneo anti-aging facial does three things: exfoliate skin, infuse skin with nutrients and oxygenate skin. After your treatment, you can expect plump, re-hydrated skin with a youthful glow. You can also expect reduced pigmentation and minimized pores.

At Advanced Laser Clinic, we’re committed to helping you look your best before your big event. Our Geneo treatments are normally $115. However, during the month of June 2018, we’re offering an introductory special of only $90 treatments so you can try out our newest service and see the benefits for yourself. Give us a call at (417) 883-5400 to schedule your appointment.

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Combat Summer Sun Damage With Facials in Springfield Missouri

Combat Summer Sun With An Anti Aging Facial in Springfield Missouri

Combat Summer Sun Damage With Facials

Once Summer is finally here, there are many things we need to focus on to keep our skin healthy. First and foremost, we need to protect our skin every day. Using a quality physical sunblock is the best. Apply sunscreen to your face, neck and décolleté every day.

80 % of UVA rays from the sun (the ones that age you) can penetrate through clouds and windows. These harmful rays are responsible for 80-90% of the visible signs of aging and are also the main cause of skin cancer. With the change in seasons, it's time to rethink your skin care regimen.

Products we use in Winter may not be appropriate for summertime use. Moisturizers are the main culprit here. In summer switching to a lighter formula is usually best. Heavy creams used for winter dryness will often cause breakouts with the humidity of Summer.

Definitely the way you wash your face should be evaluated. A milk cleanser, that would be more suited for winter dryness, might not cut through the stickiness the summer weather can cause. Switching to a foaming cleanser will clean the skin better with no worry about being too drying.

Next we need to change our treatment protocols. Summer is not the ideal time for advanced anti-aging treatments or many chemical peels. Sun exposure can be very counterproductive to the skin after advanced treatments. Instead, we need to focus on deep cleansing, hydrating, and replenishing the vitamins our skin loses through sun exposure. Light exfoliation is still essential for healthy skin turnover.

Facials and oxygen treatments will do just this. Chlorine and other chemicals we encounter more often in summer can rob our skin of key nutrients. Staying on a skin maintenance routine is best to keep ours in shape.

Advanced Laser Clinic is here to keep you on the path to beautiful skin using the best methods for seasonal changes. At Advanced Laser Clinic, we carry medical grade SkinCeuticals, Obagi, and Environ which all have summer regimens.

We also provide services such as Hydration Facials and Oxygen Facials in Springfield Missouri using our new OxyGeneo +. This treatment is a great way to keep your skin healthy over the summer months. Call us today for more information regarding this fabulous new treatment.

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