What is a Med Spa?

You’ve likely heard of a medspa or medical spa, but what does that really mean, and how is it different from a “regular” spa? While both offer relaxation and rejuvenation, a med spa goes beyond far pampering with advanced treatments and technologies typically found in a medical clinic. So, keep reading to find out what our downtown Bethesda med spa offers, and how it’s different from your regular spa!

What Is a Med Spa Exactly?

At its core, a medspa, short for medical spa, is a special hybrid between a traditional spa and a medical clinic. Think of a med spa as an upgraded version of a regular spa - it still has all the relaxing offerings we love, but it also offers more effective treatments using medical-grade products and equipment to treat specific skin concerns for long-lasting results.

How Is A Med Spa Different?

Personalized Vs. Standardized Treatments: Medical spas and regular spas have very different approaches to making you look and feel your best. In a medical spa, treatments are personalized and tailored specifically to your skin and goals, guided by doctors, nurse practitioners, and expert aestheticians. “Regular” spas offer more general treatments focused on relaxation, not specifically tailored to your skin. If you want treatments that target your skin concerns and create real and lasting results, a medical spa is the way to go!

Medical-Grade Vs. Standardized Skincare: In a medspa, you can access stronger skincare products and technology that you can't find at traditional spas. We like to refer to this as medical-grade skincare, as it promotes more advanced technology. As Betheda’s best medspa, we prioritize the use of medical-grade skincare products formulated with potent ingredients and backed by scientific research. These products are specifically designed to address various skin concerns, from signs of aging to acne, and are proven to deliver visible and long-lasting results! So when you choose our medspa, you're not just pampering yourself – you're investing in your skin's health with proven results that you’ll love. Explore our curated medical-grade skincare line designed to make a real difference in your skin!

Education Vs. Standardized Care: As a medical spa, we go beyond just providing treatments – we also prioritize educating our clients about skincare, skincare treatments, and preventive measures. When you visit us, you'll receive a personalized skincare routine tailored to your skin type and concerns. Our team of expert aestheticians and nurse practitioners will work with you to understand your skin's unique needs and guide you toward achieving your skincare goals. This personalized approach sets medical spas apart from traditional spas, where treatments are more generalized, and individual skincare needs aren’t addressed with the same level of attention and expertise.

What Can You Expect at our Med Spa?

When you visit our medical spa, you can expect a comprehensive approach to skincare and advanced skin treatments tailored to your individual skin and goals!

Here's what our Downtown Bethesda medical spa loves to offer:

Skincare Analysis: Your appointment at Defy Aesthetic always begins with a thorough consultation with our expert team of aestheticians and nurse practitioners. During this time, we’ll look at your skin under magnification, discuss your unique skincare concerns, goals, medical history, and any specific areas of interest you want to address!

Personalized Treatment Plan: Based on the information gathered during your consultation, we will create a personalized treatment plan designed to address your unique needs. Your custom skincare roadmap will include a combination of skincare treatments designed to help you reach your best skin and medical-grade skincare recommendations to preserve and extend your results at home.

Advanced Treatments: Medical spas offer a wide range of advanced skincare and cosmetic treatments that go beyond what traditional spas offer! At our downtown Bethesda medical spa, we offer injectables like Botox, Dysport, dermal fillers, BBL and Moxi laser treatments for skin rejuvenation, chemical peels, microneedling with PRP, custom facials, lash lifts and tints, and more. Check out our full list of curated treatments here!

Follow-up Care: After undergoing treatments at our medical spa, you will receive follow-up care to monitor your progress, address any concerns, and adjust your treatment plan as needed with our team. Your provider is always a phone call or text away - even on the weekends! We are dedicated to supporting you throughout your skincare journey and ensuring that you achieve your very best results!

Why Defy Aesthetic?

As downtown Bethesda Maryland’s premier medspa, we are proud to offer our patients a curated menu of treatments that address a variety of skin concerns for every age and skin type. Our team of expert nurse practitioners and aestheticians is here to help you get the best skin of your life with personalized skin treatments, product and skincare recommendations, and natural results that enhance your already beautiful features! 

Navigating the world of medical spas and aesthetic skin treatments can feel overwhelming, especially if you're new to it all. At Defy Aesthetic, we strive to create a soothing and engaging atmosphere where you can relax and trust that your skin is in expert hands. Think of us as your skincare besties that you have on speed dial. 

Check out our downtown Bethesda office (we’ve been told it’s ‘Instagram worthy.’ Check it out for yourself on Instagram) and say hi to our amazing team of all-women: Katharine our founder, Jenny our nurse practitioner, Lauren our nurse practitioner, Margaret our aesthetician, Maggie our aesthetician and Ashley our front desk coordinator! We’d love to see your face in our office soon!

In the meantime, learn more about our team and our story!

In conclusion, a medspa represents a fusion of science, art, and self-care. Whether you're looking to turn back the clock on aging, refine and define your features, or simply indulge in a relaxing custom facial, a medspa has something to offer for everyone looking to achieve the best skin and glow from the inside out!