From This Day Forward
For brides and their wedding party to look their best on their wedding day
Congratulations on your engagement! It is time to take the necessary steps to make sure you and your wedding party are absolutely beautiful on your wedding day.
Epi Center MedSpa has a Wedding Planner month-to-month guide to help you plan for the skin rejuvenation procedures you may need. We take the necessary steps to ensure your schedule is considered when planning your treatment program.
The following guide lists treatment options and indicates when they should occur before your wedding day. Our exceptional team works to develop a custom treatment program for you, your wedding party, family, and friends.
Love Honor Cherish
9-12 Months Prior
PDO Nova Threads
This nonsurgical thread facelift is a safe, convenient alternative to traditional facelift surgery. Designed to be less invasive, it can reduce sagging around the cheeks, jawline, and neck more quickly and with less risk than the conventional approach. Special threads are used during this facelift to discreetly hold repositioned skin and facial tissue in place after surgery. During a PDO Nova Threadlift, clear threads are used to minimize any traces of surgery. And while thread lifts generally produce noticeable results almost immediately and with less risk and inconvenience than more intensive procedures, thread lift costs are quite reasonable compared to traditional options.
Laser Hair Removal
Laser Hair Removal eliminates unwanted hair on any area of the body. Generally, a series of 5 to 8 treatments are recommended. Depending on the area of the body, treatment interval ranges from 6–10 weeks apart. During your consultation, we schedule the various areas so that you can enjoy smooth, soft skin on your wedding day and honeymoon.
Leg Veins Treatment
Do you or a member of your bridal party need to be free from those unsightly leg-veins? Sclerotherapy is just the solution for you. Sclerotherapy was developed over 75 years ago and, at present, is one of the most prevalent treatments for spider and varicose veins. During the treatment, a sclerosing agent is injected into the vein through a tiny needle. The solution damages the lining of the vein causing it to collapse. The body then initiates the natural healing process, and the vein begins to shrink and eventually disappear. The number of treatments necessary will be determined during your consultation. It is possible to enjoy smooth and even bare legs.
Tying the Knot
7 Months Prior
Cosmetic Dermal Fillers
During your consultation, it was decided that softening facial lines, wrinkles, or folds and giving a little fullness to your lips is one of your goals. Cosmetic Dermal Filler candidates will need to have their first treatment seven months prior to the wedding date. After that, a touch-up treatment may be necessary closer to the wedding day.
Reminder: Call to customize your plan for your upcoming scheduled events.
IPL PhotoFacial℠
Want to improve the appearance of Rosacea, flushing, sun-damaged skin, pigmentation, age spots, skin texture, and photoaging? IPL PhotoFacial℠ is a proprietary treatment protocol developed by Dr. Patrick Bitter Sr., consisting of a series of intense pulsed light treatments. IPL PhotoFacial℠ treatments also improve mild acne scars, reduce large pores, correct dark circles around the eyes, and reduce fine lines. If this treatment is for you, you will need to start your first treatment in a series of three to five, six months before your wedding.
KYBELLA™
Until recently, surgery with anesthesia was the best option for anyone looking to achieve the Holy Grail of lower-face with a sharper, more chiseled chin. Enter a game-changing new injectable solution called KYBELLA™. The first injectable substance that the FDA has approved to treat submental fat. KYBELLA™ is designed to dissolve stubborn under-the-chin fat and/or the dreaded “double-chin.” You can be picture perfect from every angle on your special day.
CelluSculpt Cellulite Treatment
Are you forced to wear a sarong around your swimsuit? Do you “fear the mirror” at fittings? Do you dread wearing shorts or short skirts due to cellulite? Have you tried every treatment in the book to get rid of your “Cottage Cheese” thighs, and nothing has worked? Look no further! Epi Center MedSpa offers cellulite treatments with BodyFX. BodyFX targets problematic fatty tissues for ideal body contouring by using
Radio-Frequency. This treatment provides precise and optimal heating of the skin for reduction, contraction, and body shaping. Negative Pressure Massage applies gentle vacuum pressure allowing for maximal depth treatment. Clinical studies with histologies showing volume reduction and contraction
Ultherapy®: Skin Tightening
Not a face or neck lift but an uplit, Ultherapy uses ultrasound technology to gradually strengthen and tone your skin from deep within. The result? Tighter, firmer, better-fitting skin! Ultherapy® requires no special recuperation or preparation and typically only takes one 30-60 minute treatment to get a meaningful response, and areas such as the brows, upper face, lower face, full face, and neck can all be done. The ultimate lifting will take 3-6 months, as tired collagen is rejuvenated and supplemented with new, stronger collagen. Ultherapy® offers a natural, no-downtime approach to noticeably improving lax skin.
Two Become One
6 Months Prior
Chemical Peels
You might also be considering Chemical Peels to rejuvenate your skin’s surface – both face and body. Chemical Peels are topically applied acids that aid in the restoration of the skin’s surface. They create an even and controlled peeling of several layers of skin. Depending on the type and depth of the peel, a few or many layers can be removed, allowing new layers to be exposed and creating a fresh new appearance. In addition, Chemical Peels stimulate the production of new cells, tighten and tone skin, and decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Enjoy fresh, smooth skin with a series of six, beginning with your first treatment six months prior to your wedding.
***Your skincare specialist will assist you in choosing the right treatment for your skin type.
Coolsculpting®
The Wedding Planner can help with your body contouring needs with treatments such as CoolSculpting® which is a safe, effective and non-invasive way to reduce fat in common trouble areas that tend to be diet and exercise resistant. Researchers at the Wellman Center for Photomedicine at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston, a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, developed the patented technology behind CoolSculpting® that cools fat and destroys it, resulting in an undeniable reduction of fat in the treated areas.
CoolSculpting® takes about one hour per treated area, and most patients can rest, check email or read while undergoing treatment. There is minimal discomfort with the treatment, no downtime, and most patients can resume regular activity immediately after treatment.
Fractional Resurfacing
This Wedding Planner treatment is Microneedling on steroids! If your skin looks and feels leathery, severely sun-damaged, or ridden with acne scarring, fractional resurfacing drastically improves your skin’s appearance. Don’t let the name alarm you! A superior technology with fewer risks and a faster recovery time called fractional resurfacing is there to reduce the appearance of acne scarring.
MicroNeedling
This treatment can improve the appearance of any area on the body, including the more delicate skin surfaces like the face, neck, etc. It works equally well on fine lines and wrinkles, as well as deeper wrinkles and scars. It may require additional treatment sessions depending on skin condition.
The skin benefits of micro-needling include: Improving fine lines and wrinkles, Tightening skin and improving tone, Promoting collagen and elastin production, and Reducing the appearance of acne scarring, pigmentation, and stretch marks.
Love Knows No Limits
5 Months Prior
BOTOX® Cosmetic
Are you tired of seeing deep lines and wrinkles on your forehead, around your eyes, or between your brows? You will need to have your first BOTOX® Cosmetic injection five months before your wedding if you are not having permanent makeup applied. You will most likely need one more treatment or touch-up a month prior to your wedding.
Permanent Makeup/ Microblading
Have you considered Permanent Makeup or Microblading? Permanent Makeup and Microblading can help patients with dexterity and eyesight challenges, those who must look their best for professional occupations, men or women with very blonde features, anyone needing to fill in sparse eyebrows or scar camouflage, people with allergies to makeup, athletes, and anyone who practices regular exercise who wants to look their best at all times, people physically unable to apply makeup, busy people yearning for freedom and convenience from a daily cosmetic application, and those seeking symmetry of facial features. If you feel permanent makeup is right for you, come in for your application five months before your wedding. You will have a final touch-up about 3 to 4 months before the wedding.
Acne Treatments
Epi Center MedSpa in San Francisco has seen it all when it comes to treating acne. Our Acne Specialists have the experience to treat even the most difficult types of acne and strive to provide the effective treatments and education needed to correct and prevent acneic skin types. Acne scarring can be embarrassing, frustrating, and upsetting. It can affect one’s self-esteem and cause emotional issues as well.
A Life of Sharing
3 Months Prior
Brow Shaping
Did you know that the shape of your brows could dramatically enhance your look? Always begin shaping the eyebrows at least three months before your wedding to ensure the perfect shape on your big day.
Lash Tinting
Think Honeymoon! Having your lashes tinted can eliminate the need for mascara, allowing you to have gorgeous, dark lashes all day and all night. You can freely splash away in the pool or ocean without the dreaded raccoon eyes, knowing that your lashes look lush, dark, and simply gorgeous!
Body Waxing
With body waxing, you need at least three appointments. By the 3rd appointment, the texture of the hair has started to soften so that the skin will be soft and smooth on your wedding day and throughout your honeymoon.
Leg Vein Treatments
Sclerotherapy was developed over 75 years ago and is one of the most prevalent treatments for spider and varicose veins. During the treatment, a sclerosing agent is injected into the vein through a tiny needle. The solution damages the lining of the vein causing it to collapse. The body then initiates the natural healing process, and the vein begins to shrink and eventually disappear. The number of treatments necessary will be determined during your consultation.
Wedding Makeup and Hair
If you haven’t already, you should book your favorite beauty pros for the day, both for hair and makeup, three months before your wedding. If you want to play it safe, you should try to book your artists/stylists about 4-6 months in advance so you can get on their books before they fill up. However, many “last minute” brides have been very successful booking an artist they love weeks before their wedding day. Just be sure you find an artist/stylist who specializes in weddings. Makeup artists who specialize in weddings/special events not only know how to make you look picture-perfect but have the skills and experience necessary to keep you on schedule and help you feel relaxed and at ease on your wedding day.
The Love We Share
1-2 Months Prior
HydraFacial™ MD
HydraFacial™ MD uses patented technology to cleanse, extract, and hydrate using super serums from nourishing ingredients. Create an instantly gratifying glow in just three steps: cleanse and peel, extract and hydrate, fuse, and protect.
Uncover a new layer of skin with gentle exfoliation and relaxing resurfacing.
Remove debris from pores with painless suction. Nourish with intense moisturizers that quench skin.
Saturate the skin’s surface with antioxidants and peptides to maximize your glow.
Indications: aging, acne, dehydration, pigmentation, sensitive skin, and sun damage
Dermaplaning
This medical-grade exfoliation transforms your skin during a luxurious treatment where the appropriate skincare products are chosen, leaving your skin refreshed, brighter, smoother, and more beautiful. Following Dermaplaning, your skin is incredibly smooth before. Make-up glides on, skincare products absorb better, and you’ll find yourself appreciating your baby-smooth face without roughness and facial hair.
Anti Acne Detox Treatment
This detoxification treatment is designed to deeply cleanse the skin and address congested pores. Steam and a detoxifying serum are combined to soften the skin, allowing pores to be extracted gently and thoroughly. Depending on your skin type, a soothing mask, Blu-U, or CO2 Cryotherapy will be added. This treatment significantly decreases bacteria and ultimately treats and prevents excessive acne breakouts from recurring. Individual results will vary.
Indications: acne, dull complexion, and hyperkeratotic buildup
Clinical Active Acne Treatment
This treatment is designed for those with problematic or cystic acne. Treatment is designed to deeply cleanse the skin and address congested pores. Medical grade detoxifying serums are combined to soften the skin, allowing pores to be extensively extracted. Treatment is customized to suit your condition. Blue light therapy, chemical peel, and/or CO2 Cryotherapy are added. This treatment significantly eliminates p-acne bacteria and prevents significant breakouts from recurring. Individual results will vary.
Indications: acne, dull complexion, and hyperkeratotic buildup
Personal Refinement Facial
This luxurious customized facial is tailored to meet your individual needs and utilizes the most medically advanced products available. It increases collagen and elastin tissue, stimulates cellular regeneration, improves circulation, and enhances free radical absorption while nourishing and hydrating the skin. This Clinical Facial includes face, neck, décolleté massage, and treatment. It will start you on the way to a healthy, beautiful, and youthful skin glow. The Personal Refinement Facial is designed for those looking to freshen up their look and pamper themselves. Individual results will vary.
Indications: All skin types
Clinical PhotoAging Treatment
This customized treatment is tailored to meet your individual needs and utilizes chemical peel, oxygen therapy, dermaplaning, and various other medical-grade products and modalities. It stimulates collagen and elastin production and cellular regeneration, improves circulation, and enhances free radical absorption while nourishing and hydrating the skin. This Clinical Facial includes treatment of the face and neck. Individual results will vary.
Indications: All skin types
Intraceutical® Oxygen Facial with Atoxolene Add-On
Unlike other oxygen facials, which atomize or spray oxygen on the skin, the Intraceuticals® Topical Hyperbaric Oxygen System uses therapeutic oxygen under hyperbaric pressure to infuse a special serum of modified hyaluronic acid, essential vitamins, botanicals, antioxidants, and amino peptides to the skin. In short, the fact that it drastically rehydrates and plumps up skin in less than an hour sets this treatment apart from any other.
Intraceuticals® offers three Facial Infusion options for your skin concerns.
Choose between the following:
- Rejuvenate Infusion: Hydrate, Lift, Tighten and Soften the visible signs of: Premature aging, Fine lines and wrinkles, Sagging and loss of contour
- Opulence Infusion: Brighten, Balance, Smooth, and Improve the appearance of:Uneven pigmentationDull skin toneAge spots
- Clarity Infusion: – Clear, Refine, Calm and Improve the appearance of: Blemish prone, oily, or combination skin, The daily build-up of keratinization, Enlarged or congested pores
- Atoxolene Infusion: Smooth, Hold, Prevent, Soften and Improve the appearance of: Expression lines and lip lines, Fine lines and wrinkles, Prematurely aging skin
Indications: All skin types, lactating or pregnant women.
Clinical PhotoAging Treatment
This customized treatment is tailored to meet your individual needs and utilizes chemical peel, oxygen therapy, dermaplaning, and various other medical-grade products and modalities. It stimulates collagen and elastin production and cellular regeneration, improves circulation, and enhances free radical absorption while nourishing and hydrating the skin. This Clinical Facial includes treatment of the face and neck. Individual results will vary.
Indications: All skin types
Love is Patient
The Month of Your Wedding
Extreme Lash Extensions
The Epi Center MedSpa Wedding Planner wants you to go the extra mile with your lashes? Now is the time to try Extreme Lash Extensions! Make sure to schedule an appointment one month prior to your wedding to let our experts individually apply each lash to perfection; within seven days, set up another appointment to have a touch-up on your lashe
HydraFacial™ MD
HydraFacial™ MD uses patented technology to cleanse, extract, and hydrate using super serums from nourishing ingredients. Create an instantly gratifying glow in just three steps: cleanse and peel, extract and hydrate, fuse, and protect.
Uncover a new layer of skin with gentle exfoliation and relaxing resurfacing.
Remove debris from pores with painless suction. Nourish with intense moisturizers that quench skin.
Saturate the skin’s surface with antioxidants and peptides to maximize your glow.
Indications: aging, acne, dehydration, pigmentation, sensitive skin, and sun damage
Contact us for a Complimentary Consultation at (415) 462-4754. Special discounts for wedding parties.
Spray-On Tan
With the Wedding Planner, you know by now that you need to stay out of the sun, but what about that tan you are craving? Consider trying spray-on tanning. Spray-On tans last about a week and give you a natural glow without the sun’s harmful rays. You will want to test out this type of tan to make sure you are happy with the results, so sign up for your first spray-on tan a month or two before your wedding. If spray-on tanning is for you, for a maximum tan, go the day before your wedding.
If you are more of a minimalist, go two days prior to your wedding. Brides, tell the salon that you would like to avoid getting the product on your face and have them show you how to do so. It is better to have your makeup artist use bronzers to give your face a natural, soft tan.
While highly recommended for those who want a little color on their wedding day, this is not a treatment that the Epi Center MedSpa offers. Therefore, we will refer you to a recommended facility.
Intraceutical® Oxygen Facial with Atoxolene Add-On
Unlike other oxygen facials, which atomize or spray oxygen on the skin, the Intraceuticals® Topical Hyperbaric Oxygen System uses therapeutic oxygen under hyperbaric pressure to infuse a special serum of modified hyaluronic acid, essential vitamins, botanicals, antioxidants, and amino peptides to the skin. In short, the fact that it drastically rehydrates and plumps up skin in less than an hour sets this treatment apart from any other.
Intraceuticals® offers three Facial Infusion options for your skin concerns. Choose between the following:
Rejuvenate Infusion: Hydrate, Lift, Tighten and Soften the visible signs of:
Premature aging
Fine lines and wrinkles
Sagging and loss of contour
Opulence Infusion: Brighten, Balance, Smooth, and Improve the appearance of:
Uneven pigmentation
Dull skin tone
Age spots
Clarity Infusion: – Clear, Refine, Calm and Improve the appearance of:
Blemish prone, oily, or combination skin
The daily build-up of keratinization
Enlarged or congested pores
Atoxolene Infusion: Smooth, Hold, Prevent, Soften and Improve the appearance of:
Expression lines and lip lines
Fine lines and wrinkles
Prematurely aging skin
Indications: All skin types, lactating or pregnant women.