Acne, the bane of 85 percent of adolescents and 30 percent of adults, has a new and powerful enemy in Framingham. It’s called the Hollywood Spectra peel laser and it’s in residence at Mac Med’s Union Avenue location. While the Hollywood Spectra may be tough on acne, it’s amazingly gentle on your skin. In fact, it’s a no down-time, nearly painless intervention that takes only 10-20 minutes of your time. Best of all, it is clinically proven to reduce all types of active acne, prevent future … [Read more...]
8 Facts to Know about Sclerotherapy and the Treatment of Veins
Last week we explored Ionithermie as a way to get summer and bikini ready. But what about other cosmetic problems that keep us in our jeans and off the beach? We’re talking about spider and varicose veins, those unsightly purple ropes and spindles that keep so many women from feeling beautiful in shorts or a bathing suit. You see, there’s no need to spend this summer hiding under slacks or a mumu. Proven treatment is available and can remove these unsightly veins once and for all. The … [Read more...]
Get Ready to Bat your Thickest Eyelashes ever with Extensions
Ever hear of the eyelash fairy? No? Well, Mac Med hasn’t either, which is why we’re glad that eyelash extensions exist and that we offer them to our clients. Summer is the time when you want your makeup routine to be easy. You want to jump into the pool and not worry about getting raccoon eyes. You want to chuck the mascara that takes twenty minutes to scrub off. You want to skip the streaks, the smudges, and the shadows. But you also want full, thick Elizabeth Taylor-style lashes and not … [Read more...]
Get Bathing Suit Ready with FDA-approved Ionithermie Treatments
Did you know there’s a way to improve the appearance of cellulite that’s only recently come to the United States? Did you know that this treatment can also take inches off your problem areas – thighs, hips, and stomach, to name just a few? It’s called Ionithermie and it’s now available at Medmac. For many years, Ionithermie was only offered abroad and on luxury ocean cruise liners. Today, salon-level treatments of Ionithermie have been FDA approved and are available at select U.S. spas. We’re … [Read more...]
Five Scientific Reasons to Try Massage
Massage . . . We all know it feels good, but the evidence suggests that it does a lot more. According to research, therapeutic massage actually improves health and increases real well being. But don’t take it from us – listen to the science! Massage reduces stress: In a study from Emory University, people who received weekly massages had measurably lower levels of stress hormones than controls. Patients who received massages twice weekly had even lower stress hormone levels, and they also … [Read more...]
Airbrush Makeup
Airbrush makeup is one of the newer popular trends for weddings or special events. It's a wonderful technique. Airbrush MakeupAs the airbrush makeup is sprayed on, it creates an even, sheer, natural appearance to the skin for a natural look. Airbrush makeup wears longer than traditional powder or liquid foundation. It will last anywhere from 12 to 24 hours. … [Read more...]
Colon Hydrotherapy: Commonly Asked Questions
Colon hydrotherapy is a procedure that rids the body of toxins. Colon Hyrdrotherapy, Mac Med Spa, MAExtracting toxins from your body with colon hydrotherapy helps cleanses the body and increases health drastically. Many find colon hydrotherapy a refreshing, as well as a relaxing procedure. A lot of people have questions when it comes to considering a colon hydrotherapy procedure, such as if it will hurt and if it is a safe treatment. … [Read more...]
Learn How To Stop Split Ends
Split ends are indications of damage and can give your hair a frayed look when left untreated. Stop Split Ends, Mac Med Spa, MAConstant use of heat or chemicals on the hair can encourage split ends, and there are no ways to repair your ends other than by cutting them off. However, there are a few steps that you can take to stop split ends from occurring as frequently. … [Read more...]
Mac Med Spa on the Best of the Northeast
Mac Med Spa Salon and Medical will be featured on The Travel Channel's Best of the Northeast Health and Beauty Segment! Subscribe to More Videos … [Read more...]
Health & Beauty Blog
Lice Prevention School is in full session! We all know our kids can transfer a cold pretty easily but did you think about how easily head Lice can be transferred? We want to make sure you know everything you need to know to avoid your children from getting Lice. But don't worry, we have Ladibugs here to keep you covered! Here is some info from Ladibugs Inc. to help you understand more about Lice. … [Read more...]