FAQ

Lip Filler

$649/syringe

  • At Lauren James Aesthetics, we only administer 1 syringe per sessions
  • You can expect approximately 2-3 days of significant swelling other people will notice
  • The lip filler will start to get integrated into your tissue and the swelling will start to settle at approximately 2 weeks following the procedure
  • Your lips are fully healed and settled approximately 4-6 weeks post-procedure
  • There is always a potential risk for bruising with any injectable
  • For pain control, we offer both topical numbing or dental blocks..
  • If you choose the dental block, you will be very numb during the procedure and the numbness will continue for approximately 2-3 hours post procedure
  • If you choose the numbing cream, you may feel flight discomfort during the procedure, and you will be numb for approximately 45-1 hour post procedure
  • This procedure lasts approximately 1 year, depending on how your body metabolizes the product

    Microneedling

    $299/session

    • Collagen and Elastin stimulating procedure
    • Helps improve the overall tone and texture of the skin, helps improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, helps improve skin laxity, decreases the appearance of pore size and improves acne scarring.
    • On average, 3 sessions are need to notice an improvement in skin quality and texture
    • 3-6 sessions is the recommended treatment protocol
    • It is recommended for maximum results, sessions are performed approximately every 4-6 weeks
    • You can expect about 3-5 days of mild to moderate redness like you have a sunburn
    • No makeup for 24 hours
    • No exercising for 48 hours.
    • After your 6 sessions, you can maintain your Microneedling treatments on an as needed basis
    • IIt is recommended that you discontinue the use of Retinol approximately 3-5 days prior to procedure.
    • It is recommended that you only use gentle cleansers and moisturizers for 5-7 days post-procedure
    • A sample of complimentary Cerave will be provided at the time of your appointment
    • It is imperative that you wear an SPF >35 and a hat when exposed to sun for the next two weeks post-procedure to prevent your risk of Post Inflammatory Hyperpigmentation.

    Wrinkle Relaxers (Botox/Dysport)

    $13/unit
    At Lauren James Aesthetics, we carry both Botox and Dysport. We feel that these two products are superior in comparison to their competitors and provide the best results

    • 30-50 units are needed on average between the forehead, in between the eyebrows and around the eyes
    • Both product lasts approximately 2.5-4 months depending on how your body metabolizes it
    • You will start to notice your Dysport activating around day 2 or 3
    • You will start to notice you Botox activating around days 7 -10
    • Both Dysport and Botox are fully activated at 14 days
    • The 3 most common areas we treat are forehead, in between the brows, and around the eyes
    • There is always a potential risk for bruising with any injection
    • Post-procedure you may have small bumps at your injection sites. Those bumps are from the saline that the product is reconstituted in. These bumps will reabsorb in approximately 10-15 minutes after your procedure is performed
    • You can wear makeup immediately post procedure
    • You can lie down post procedure
    • You can exercise post procedure

      Undereye Filler

      $799/syringe

      • At Lauren James Aesthetics, we only administer 1 syringe of undereye filler at a time split between both eyes typically (half per side)
      • You can expect approximately 2-3 days of significant swelling other people will notice
      • The filler will start to get integrated into your tissue and the swelling will start to settle at approximately 2 weeks following the procedure
      • Your undereyes are fully healed and settled approximately 4-6 weeks post-procedure
      • There is always a potential risk for bruising with any injectable
      • This procedure can be performed with a cannula, which reduces the risk for swelling and bruising, or with a needle.
      • This procedure restores a volume deficit under the eye, it does not necessarily correct dark circles or improve skin texture and quality
      • This procedure lasts approximately 1 year, depending on how your body metabolizes the product

      Chin Filler

      $699/syringe

      • Augmenting the chin helps define the jawline, improve the appearance of submentum fat and restore natural volume loss that occurs as we age
      • You can expect approximately 2-3 days of significant swelling other people will notice
      • The filler will start to get integrated into your tissue and the swelling will start to settle at approximately 2 weeks following the procedure
      • Your filler will be fully healed and settled approximately 4-6 weeks post-procedure
      • There is always a potential risk for bruising with any injectable
      • This procedure can be performed with a cannula, which reduces the risk for swelling and bruising, or with a needle
      • It is recommend that a minimum of 2 syringes is administered during initial procedure to obtain optimal results
      • This procedure lasts approximately 1 year, depending on how your body metabolizes the product

        Sculptra

        $799/vial

        • This product is unique in that it helps restore a volume loss by stimulating your bodies own collagen and elastin network
        • Typically, Sculptra is placed in areas of the body that require significant volume replacement
        • Sculptra is a more natural looking, longer laster product than Hyaluronic Acid based filler
        • You can expect approximately 24 hours of significant swelling other people will notice
        • The base the Sculptra is reconstituted with is reabsorbed in approximately 24 hours
        • Your body’s own Collagen and Elastin network will start to be stimulated 6-8 weeks following your procedure
        • You will achieve full results from Sculptra approximately 6-8 weeks post-procedure
        • There is always a potential risk for bruising with any injectable
        • Sculptra is approved to last approximately 24 months

        Cheek Filler

        $699/syringe

        • This procedure helps define the cheek bone, maximize facial revolumization, and provide a more contoured cheekbone
        • You can expect approximately 2-3 days of significant swelling other people will notice
        • The filler will start to integrate into your tissue and the swelling will start to settle approximately 2 weeks following the procedure
        • Your filler will be fully healed and settled approximately 4-6 weeks post-procedure
        • There is always a potential risk for bruising with any injectable
        • This procedure can be performed with a cannula, which reduces the risk for swelling and bruising, or with a needle.
        • It is recommended that a minimum of 3 syringes is administered during initial procedure to obtain optimal results
        • This procedure lasts approximately 1 year, depending on how your body metabolizes the product

          Kybella

          $699/vial

          • Kybella is a permanent way to destroy fat cells and improve the appearance of the submentum area (under the chin)
          • To treat to full correction, It is recommend that a series of 3 sessions are performed with 2 vials administered each session for optimal results
          • Significant swelling can be involved with this procedure as well as a potential risk for bruising with any injectable
          • Individual results may vary but can typically be seen as soon as 6 weeks post procedure
          • It is recommend that subsequent treatments are performed 6-8 weeks apart

            PRF: Platelet Rich Fibrin

            $599/vial

            • A natural way to restore a mild volume deficiency, improve pigment, and help with the overall appearance of texture and quality of the skin
            • PRF is obtained by performing a minimally invasive blood draw here in our office
            • Your own blood is placed in our centrifuge and spun at a very slow speed to help protect and ensure the integrity of your cells
            • The PRF will then separate in the tube and your own “liquid gold” is extracted from the top portion of fluid
            • This “liquid gold” is then reinjected into your body where there are areas of concern to help improve mild volume deficiencies, discoloration, or texture and quality of the skin
            • The “liquid gold” can also be used as a serum for the glide during a Microneedling treatment
            • To see maximum results, it is recommend that you performed a series of 3 PRF sessions approximately 6-8 weeks apart
            • Maintenance PRF treatments can be performed approximately every 6 months or as desired
            • PRF or “liquid gold” is packed full of Platelets, Growth Factors, White Bloods Cells, Mesenchymal Cells and a Fibrin Network