Fusion Spa | A Medical Day Spa

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

BOTOX® COSMETICS

What is Botox®? How many treatments will I need? What areas can be treated?
Botox® is a novel therapeutic agent derived from the bacterium, Clostridium Botulinum. An injection of Botox® will relax expression lines, reduce signs of wrinkles and prevent new wrinkles from forming.
Frequency: One treatment is needed every four to six months.
Areas: We use Botox® injections around the eyes, and on the forehead, chin, nose and neck.

COSMETIC FILLERS

What is it? How many treatments will I need? What areas can be treated?
Cosmetic fillers are injected below the surface of the skin to fill in lines, folds and furrows; and to increase the fullness of lips. Your doctor will decide which type of filler will be used.
Frequency: One treatment is needed every six to eighteen months.
Areas: Fillers can be used for lips, lip lines, laugh lines, marionette lines (lines going down from either side of the mouth), facial and acne scars, and the hollows around eyes.

MICRODERMABRASION

What is it? How many treatments will I need? What areas can be treated?
A spray of tiny crystals across the face, mixing gentle abrasion with suction to remove dead outer layers of skin to stimulate collagen, lighten age spots and eliminate acne. Also minimizes the appearance of pores and restores youthful glow.
Frequency: Up to two times a month for four to six months.
Areas: Face, chest, back, legs, arms and hands.

CHEMICAL PEELS

What is it? How many treatments will I need? What areas can be treated?
Glycolic, lactic and salicylic peels will improve and smooth the texture of the skin by removing the damaged layers and dead skin cells. It restores a youthful glow, minimizes the appearance of pores and treats acne-prone skin.
Frequency: For the best results, it should be used up to two times a month for four to six months.
Areas: This treatment can be used on the face, chest, back, legs, arms and hands.

INTENSE PULSE LIGHT (I.P.L.)

What is I.P.L? How many treatments will I need? What areas can be treated?
Lasers can make unsightly marks on the body disappear. This laser treatment targets unwanted pigment by bringing it to the surface and allowing it to either flake off naturally or be exfoliated with the help of microdermabrasion or chemical peels. Uneven skin tones, age spots, skin spots and rosacea can be corrected, and the appearance of pores is minimized.
Frequency: Three to six treatments are needed to see the best results.
Areas: I.P.L. can be used on the face, hands and chest.

PROFECT™ PHOTO

What is it?
This computerized, digital technology will take images from dozens of angles to analyze wrinkles, textures and pigmentation of the face far more precisely than the human eye. This will allow the professionally trained team at Fusion Spa to decide which treatments will best improve the health of your skin.

COSMETIC MAKEOVERS

What is it?
Get the eyes of a model, or get "made up" without looking like you're wearing makeup. Let eyelash extensions add drama to your face, or enjoy the natural beauty of your skin enhanced by minerals that camouflage what you don't want to see.

LASER HAIR REDUCTION

What is it? How many treatments will I need? What areas can be treated? What precautions should be taken before and after treatment?
A safe, pain-free way to permanently get rid of unwanted hair. Laser energy disables the hair follicle and eliminates its ability to re-grow. Our cutting-edge laser technology works up to three times faster than standard laser treatments.
Frequency: Four to six treatments are usually needed.
Areas: It can be used anywhere unwanted hair exists.
Precautions: Avoid the sun 4-6 weeks before and after treatment. Bleaching, plucking, and waxing should also be avoided for 6 weeks prior to treatment in order to maximize the effectiveness of the procedure.

SCLEROTHERAPY / LASER VEIN REMOVAL

What is it? How many treatments will I need? What areas can be treated?
Whether caused by pregnancy or genetics, no one wants unsightly veins. It can be removed with this modern treatment. Veins are first injected with a solution to reduce or remove large, varicose or "feeder" veins. Laser treatments then target the smaller veins, forcing them to collapse and be reabsorbed by the body.
Frequency: Clients can receive treatments as needed.
Areas: Veins on the face, chest and legs.

MASSAGE TREATMENTS

What kind of massage do you offer?
Massage can stimulate beneficial changes within the body, mind and spirit. It works on both physical and psychological levels to invigorate and relax. Our specialized techniques can ease pain or tension from stiff, aching muscles, boost circulation, and alleviate mental stress. (Massage treatments available include: Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Swedish, Therapeutic, Pregnancy, Aroma Stone Therapy, Jin Shin Do Accupressure, Reflexology and Reiki.)

ACUPUNCTURE

Is acupuncture safe?
Yes! An Acupuncturist in NYS undergoes three years Master's Degree training, is licensed by NYS and must pass the National boards. Only sterilized disposable needles are used.
What does acupuncture treat?

Pain, both acute and chronic
Nausea and vomiting
Headaches
Fibromyalgia
Myofascial pain
Carpal Tunnel
Asthma
Tendonitis
Sport Injuries
PMS/GYN Disorders
Stress
Smoking Cessation
Anxiety
Depression
Digestive/Bowel Disorders
Shingles
Prostatitis
Hepatitis
Insomnia
Sinusitis
Menopause and more...

FUSION FOR MEN

Do you offer any treatments for men?
Men need retreats, too! Improve the way you look and feel, and immediately boost your confidence. All of our treatments are individualized for each client. We encourage our male guests to enjoy any of our services.

PREGNANCY

Do you offer any treatments for pregnant women?
When you are pregnant, a little extra TLC can give you an incredible boost of energy, focus and comfort. We have specially designed treatments for expectant women and nursing mothers. Please allow our Fusion Spa team to guide you in selecting which treatments are most suitable for you during this time. Specially designed and physician-approved skin care products to prevent stretch marks and maintain healthy skin are available at Fusion Spa.