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PHOTOGRAPHY BY SADIE DAYTON (PRETTYOLOGY) Picture Perfect JUMPSTART YOUR SPRING WITH ONE OF THESE HIGHTECH TREATMENTS. BY KARA KEARNS Ardan Medspa + Salon One of Ardan's most popular treatments, VaserSmooth is an advanced liposuction tool that offers cellulite reduction and body contouring in addition to the fat removal of standard liposuction. The ultra sound procedure targets the tough tissue that causes dimples and rippling to eliminate fat in a smoother manner than liposuction. 72 Central St., Wellesley, 781-235-7788; ardanspa.com Boston Skin Solutions Owner Bridget Riley recommends the Ultrasonic Facial. Gentler than micro dermabrasion, a process called cavitation applies ultrasonic waves to the face to lift dead debris and open clogged pores. The results include improved circula- tion and radiant skin. 1318 Beacon St., Ste. 7, Brookline, 617-334-4166; bostonskin.com Christine Hamori Cosmetic Surgery + Skin Spa With two CoolSculpting Systems at the spa, Dr. Hamori and her team can work on two areas of a patient's body at the same time. Cool- Sculpting is a nonsurgical body-contouring treatment that freezes and eliminates fat cells permanently, with no recovery time. Each treatment takes an hour, and results can be seen in two to four months. 95 Tremont St., Ste. 28, Duxbury, 781-934-2200; christinehamori.com Dermatology Partners Dr. Ruth Tedaldi has spent years looking for the best noninvasive way to get rid of unwanted fat, and Vanquish does just that by heating fat cells. The Vanquish machine breaks down the cells and turns them into waste, so the body can naturally f lush them out. There is no recovery time, and the treatment is performed once a week for a month. 65 Walnut St., Ste. 480, Wellesley, 781-431-7733; dermatologypartnersinc.com Dolce Med Spa & Boutique Dolce Med Spa's laser facial, the Not Your Mother's Facelift, replaces the need to go under the knife by using the most advanced FDA- approved technology to keep skin looking youthful. The spa's Palomar Icon laser treats elasticity problems by tightening skin and encouraging collagen growth. The cosmetic injector, applied after the laser, restores and rebuilds the skin. 2001B Washington St., Hanover, 781-792-0919; dolcemed.com Emerge Spa & Salon The LumiLift and LumiPanel treatments at Emerge promise revolutionary skin rejuvenation. In this noninvasive procedure, a combination of LED light, microcurrents, and ultrasound technology is used to boost collagen and elastin levels while firming and freshening the skin. 275 Newbury St., 617-437-0006; emergespasalon.com Julie Michaud Prettyology Cosmetic tattooing combines the science of pigmentation with the art of makeup application to enhance natural facial features. Prettyology specialists embed pigment under the skin with precise medical-grade needles to mimic clean and classic makeup that you never need to reapply. Micro pigmentation helps to darken and shape eyebrows, create eyeliner, and tint lips. 18 Newbury St., 617-262-1607; prettyology.com Topnotch Resort and Spa Revitalize skin with Diamond Tip microdermabrasion, which uses LED light to eradicate dead cells and leave skin soft to the touch. This process targets pore conges- tion, hyperpigmentation, and light scarring as well as fine lines and sun damage. 4000 Mountain Road, Stowe, VT, 800 -451-8686; topnotchresort.com Vein & Aesthetic Center Get a natural boost with Juvéderm Voluma injectable gel, which uses hyaluronic acid, a natural sub- stance produced in the body that keeps skin hydrated and plump. This filler instantly reduces facial wrinkles. One procedure lasts up to two years, and normal activity can be resumed in 24 hours. 333 Elm St., Dedham, 781-251- 0029; veinfix.com BC Enjoy the view and a cutting-edge skin treatment at Topnotch Resort and Spa. BEAUTY SCHOOL Prettyology founder Julie Michaud shares the secrets of semi- permanent makeup. How many treatments are needed for micro- pigmentation? An initial appointment, then a follow-up appointment in one to three months. It's easy to make the results darker, brighter, or more dramatic at the follow-up appointment. How long will micropigmen- tation last? Between one and 10 years, depending on the color, intensity, and placement. What style do you recom- mend? At Prettyology, our style is very natural. We aim for maximum "wow" factor with minimal makeup. Micropigmentation at Prettyology. 126 BOSTONCOMMON-MAGAZINE.COM GUIDE relax 126_BC_TG_Relax_Spring14.indd 126 2/7/14 12:03 PM