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California is also known as The Golden State. We are fortunate on the West Coast to enjoy year-round sunshine, stunning sunsets, and the beauty of the ocean. If you’re like most Californians, you probably love to bask in the sun. Unfortunately, year-round sunshine doesn’t come without a drawback – sun-damaged...
Do you feel embarrassed showing your skin because of stretch marks? Stretch marks are no stranger to the body. These white, narrow, streak-like marks most often occur on the breasts, abdomen, buttocks, and thighs. Although stretch marks are usually harmless, you might wish you could get rid of them –...
Do you wish you never had to shave again? It’s such a boring, mindless task that sucks minutes away from your morning. Shockingly enough, the average woman spends 72 days of her life shaving. Now you can toss out the razor for a more permanent hair removal method that gives...
In your younger years, you were slim. But as you’ve aged, it seems you gain weight no matter what you do. Do you look at old photos only to notice how much weight you’ve gained? No one wants to be overweight, but unfortunately, 69% of Americans are overweight or obese....
December is here. And the holidays will be here in the blink of an eye. Even in Torrance, California, we experience colder, drier temperatures and that means – your skin does, too. Cooler temps can make wrinkles and large pores more noticeable. The cooler air leaves you with a dry...
Do you look in the mirror and see skin imperfections? You are not alone. Roughly 67% of participants in a survey stated that skin problems plummeted their self-confidence. Wrinkles. Large pores. Age spots. Dull skin. These are just a few of the problems people over the age of 30 face...
You probably remember the day well, when you were diagnosed with diabetes. More than 37 million Americans have diabetes – 95% with type 2 diabetes. Insulin, a hormone produced by your pancreas, is responsible for converting glucose to energy. Type 2 diabetes occurs when your cells don’t effectively use insulin, causing your...
Is your skin a major killer of your self-esteem? Approximately 67% of Americans aren’t comfortable with their skin. Many skin issues may be linked to hyperpigmentation – when areas of the skin become darker than surrounding areas. If you wish for a clearer, more even-toned complexion, microneedling can help. At Shantique Med Spa, we transform...
You probably took your smooth and vibrant skin for granted when you were 20 years old. But as you get older, large pores, fine lines, and uneven skin tone become all too familiar. Though no fountain of youth exists to turn back time, the next best thing is a chemical...
Big, pillowy lips are a sign of show-stopping beauty. From Angelina Jolie to Kylie Jenner, some of the hottest celebrities have a big pout that turns heads and steals hearts. But not everyone is lucky enough to be born with luscious lips. You’ve probably tried lip plumpers and makeup techniques...
Dead, dull, and wrinkled skin. Do you want a clearer and brighter complexion? Meet the Halo™ Laser – a sophisticated system that whisks away age-related concerns for a more youthful appearance. Shantique Med Spa services Halo Laser treatments to patients in Torrance, California, to revitalize their skin from the inside out. You probably have...
Armpit hair – even the thought of it can make you cringe. Not only is it unsightly, but it can also trap odor-causing bacteria, leading to an unpleasant smell. If you’re like most people, you probably want absolutely nothing to do with body odor or armpit hair. Laser hair removal...
Your teenage years consisted of heartbreak, life lessons, and baby-smooth skin. You might have taken your skin for granted then, but now, as the wrinkles, large pores, and discoloration are here, you would do anything to get it back. Delving into the skincare world can seem overwhelming at first with...
Was the day you noticed your first wrinkle like a bad dream turned into reality? Your first wrinkle might have shown up in a photo or made an appearance in the bathroom mirror. No matter how it arrived, one thing is for sure – you want it to be gone....
“Thirty years old” sounded far away when you were a child. Before you knew it, you were outgrowing clothes, getting your driver’s license, and going off to college. Pretty soon, your 30th birthday came and went faster than you imagined. Entering your 30s comes with many positives like more independence,...
The holidays have come and gone, and now, 2023 is here. The new year offers a good opportunity to start fresh and set new goals, accomplish your aspirations — and improve your skin care routine. As you age, skin care becomes more important than ever to address skin imperfections and...
Did you know your skin accounts for 15% of your body weight? As your body’s largest organ, your skin regulates your body temperature and protects your muscles. Your skin is a telltale sign of changes in your health – which is why it's important to keep your complexion looking fresh,...
Do these red, purple, and blue web-like spider veins stop you from feeling beautiful? Approximately half of Americans have spider veins that are not only embarrassing, but painful, too. Though spider veins aren’t usually hazardous to your health, most people wish to improve them to have radiant skin again. Broadband...
Hair – you might like thick locks on your head, but unwanted hair in other places can be annoying and embarrassing. Armpits. Bikini line. Legs. Upper lip. These are some of the most common places people seek to remove hair. Though shaving is time-consuming and waxing is expensive, both of...
Living in Southern California is a dream. There’s plenty of opportunity for work and fun-filled events happening all year round. And of course, the sun-drenched days with no rain are what attract people here from all walks of life. There’s nothing like beach days. Although the sun boosts your mood...
Clear skin – we all want it. Celebrities and actors have it 24/7. But sometimes it seems that no matter what product or tip you try, you can’t keep your breakouts at bay. As the most common skin condition in the United States, acne affects more than 50 million Americans annually. Though...
Crow’s feet. Forehead lines. Sunken under eyes. There are just a few of the ways men’s faces age as they get older. Society pushes stronger concern for aging women, but they aren’t the only ones who care about their appearance. As aging concerns and job pressures become more apparent, BOTOX and...
Beautiful skin – we all want it. Today, everywhere you look, there’s a new product trying to promise you skincare benefits. The skincare market is booming with the United States Market at number one with a revenue of $17.6 billion dollars. What these companies don’t tell you is that most...
You have about 5 million hair follicles on your body. Though you may like hair on your head, you probably aren’t thrilled about its presence in other places – like armpits and the bikini line. Shaving, waxing, plucking. These methods remove hair, but only for it to soon grow back....
Thunder thighs. Jiggly hips. Muffin top. Do any of those sound like things you’ve been trying to get rid of? If so, you’re not alone. Nearly half of Americans try to lose weight every year. You probably know that dieting and exercise are the keys to losing weight. However, finding...
When you were young, each day seemed like an eternity. But as you’ve gotten older, the days seem to fly by before you know it. While experience and wisdom are two perks of getting older, there are also drawbacks – sun damage, wrinkles, and pigmentation, for example. Laser treatments are...
Wrinkles. Age spots. Large pores. Puffy skin. You’ve probably encountered a variety of skin care problems like these in your lifetime. That’s because your skin is susceptible to more than 3,000 different conditions, many of which have undesirable cosmetic effects. You’ve probably read about or even tried a variety of...
The holidays are just around the corner. As you gear up to attend holiday parties, work events, and New Year’s celebrations, you want to look your best when the spotlight is on you. Glowing skin is the staple of looking good. This timeless beauty trait can top off your cocktail...
There’s nothing like the power of confidence. We’re firm believers that when you look good, you feel good. And when you feel good, you look good. Taking time to practice self-care is one of those ways you can look your best. Self-care is different for everyone. For some people, it...
Body hair. Science explains there’s a purpose behind it. While it played a role in sexual attraction and for maintaining skin health in our primal days, body hair still remains today — unfortunately. Shaving was likely the first hair removal method you adopted. But there’s nothing more annoying than shaving...
One of your favorite parts about living in California is likely the sunny weather. The ability to head to the beach all year round to soak up some rays is a dream. While the sun is healing, it’s also very harmful to your skin — 90% of visible aging is...
You used to be able to eat a burger and drink a milkshake when you were young without gaining a single pound. But as you’ve gotten older, it may seem like you gain weight no matter what you eat. Obesity is a growing problem for Americans — 42.4% of Americans...
We all want to look our best. When you look your best, you feel your best. While your skin might have always looked great in your twenties, as you get older, you notice wrinkles, large pores, and skin discoloration. While these skin concerns are harmless, most people strive to erase...
For most of us, the days, weeks, and months fly by. It may have seemed like you were 16 just yesterday. Now you’re decades older and might be married or have kids of your own. Most of us wouldn’t trade in the experience and wisdom of our older years. But...
Acne is one of the most popular skin conditions affecting up to 50 million people a year. These red, raised pimples, blackheads, and whiteouts may have been your worst enemy in your teen years. But even if your acne is long gone, you might still have scarring that prevents you...
Picture the most beautiful celebrity you can think of. They might have piercing eyes, high cheekbones, and of course — flawless skin. Clear, dewy skin is one of the most desirable beauty traits. Did you know your skin is the largest organ of your body? As the largest organ, it’s...
Almost half of Americans over 20 have tried to lose weight in 2018. While some may be successful, many find it a struggle to shed stubborn fat. Obesity is a growing health issue and can result in chronic disease or even death. Slimming down can often feel like a lose-lose...
When you were a child, you probably never thought you’d get wrinkles. But as most of us enter our thirties, we start to see lines etched in our complexions. These and fine lines can start age your appearance and make you look older than you feel. Once thought of as...
Living in Torrance, California has its perks. For one, it’s on the coast offering access to the beach and beautiful coastal views. For another, even the winters can feel like summers. Warm, sunny days are a major selling point of the Los Angeles metropolitan area — and rightfully so! Beautiful...
Acne is many young adults’ worst nightmare and affects 50 million Americans every year. Even if you haven’t had a breakout in years, your acne scars may still remain. Do you have indentations on your cheeks? Do you have skin pigmentation you’d like to address? Sometimes it can seem like...
Pores — tiny openings at the bottom of hair follicles where oil and sweat are released. You have an average of 20,000 pores on your face. When dead skin cells and bacteria get trapped on your face, you experience clogged pores. Clogged pores can become your worst nightmare by bringing...
Having thick, gorgeous hair on your head is attractive — but not when it comes to body parts. While shaving is an effective way to remove body hair, it tacks on approximately thirty minutes to your daily routine only to grow back hours later. If you’re ready to save time...
Long, beautiful legs are the sign of youthful appearance. However, unsightly spider veins may prevent you from wearing summer dresses or shorts. Although spider veins are usually harmless, many wish to treat them for cosmetic reasons. BroadBand Light (BBL)™ is a phototherapy skin treatment that addresses multiple skin concerns in...
The sun is healing. There’s nothing like laying out by a pool and basking in the summer heat. A day spent at the beach brings a whole different kind of relaxation. But the sun is incredibly powerful with its most intense rays coming out from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....
Uncovering an old photo album from the days you were a teenager can bring back many memories. Flipping through the photos might remind you of the poor fashion choices you made or envy the baby-smooth skin you had but didn’t appreciate at the time. As sun damage and gravity take...
Going to the beach without sunscreen may have seemed like a good idea when you were younger, simply a way to get a nice tan. But now, as wrinkles and sunspots start to appear, you probably wish you would have lathered up and prevented damage to your skin. Although you...
You’ve probably had the same beauty routine for most of your life. You can exfoliate weekly and apply moisturizer daily, but you’re still bound to see some age-related changes in your thirties. With age comes wisdom, but it also brings some unwanted changes like under-eye hollows, lines, and nasolabial folds. ...
No one wants to get older, but it's a natural part of life. Especially for those living in sunny California, you’ll eventually start to see years of sun exposure turn into fine lines, wrinkles, and sunspots. Many beauty products claim to erase the signs of aging but most contain harmful...
Let’s be honest, the winters in California are much milder than other states. But even in these cooler months, your skin is still susceptible to sun damage. You’ve probably noticed your skin looking dull and damaged from all these years of sun exposure. Combined, the intense California sun and winter’s...
The new year is here, and everyone is thinking about self-improvement and resolutions. If your goal is to give up shaving for good, winter is the perfect time of year to start laser hair removal treatments. While the monthly cost of shaving is only around $15, over the course of...
Saggy skin comes from weight loss and age. In either case, it’s probably not something you hope for as you get older or after you reach your ideal weight. Thankfully, with today’s advanced laser and light technology, you don’t have to undergo surgery to tighten your skin. At Shantique Med...
If you lead an active lifestyle filled with outdoor activities, or you simply enjoy spending time in the sun, as you get older, the signs of sun damage, freckles, and fine lines begin to appear on your face, neck, and hands. Uneven pigment, redness, and spider veins are also common...
The ins and outs of everyday life take a toll on your skin. Sun damage and the natural aging process can leave you with fine lines, wrinkles, discoloration, and a reflection in the mirror you may not even recognize. While you can’t stop the hands of time, you can do...