Beauty Prescribed with the Medspalogist – Details, episodes & analysis

Join us (Matt and John) for this episode of Beauty Prescribed as we talk all things summer self-care and how to keep your hair and skin looking and feeling their best while still enjoying the season. From new hair extension services and how we customize them for each client, to the importance of hydration, frizz control, and protecting your hair from sun, chlorine, and saltwater, we break down what actually works when humidity kicks in and your routines get tested!

We also open up about the role of product quality and why what you use at home matters just as much as what happens in the salon or treatment room. Whether it's choosing salon-grade hair care, understanding why consultation-based customization makes a difference, or knowing how to maintain results from treatments such as Botox, lasers, or extensions, we highlight the fact that consistency and education are so incredibly important. On the skincare side, we talk about sunscreen being non-negotiable, the risks of UV exposure, and why summer is not a reason to pause treatments but, if anything, is actually a reason to be even smarter about protection.

We also have a bigger-picture conversation about self-care, aging, and doing things that help you feel confident year-round without falling into outdated beauty rules. From softer, more personalized hair choices to regenerative skincare advancements and hormone therapy, we explore how aesthetics is shifting toward improving upon what already works for you rather than masking it. Ultimately, we encourage listeners to keep showing up for themselves in small but meaningful ways, whether that's booking a consultation, sticking to a routine at home, or simply not abandoning self-care when the sun comes out! We hope that you enjoy this episode of the show!

Time Stamps

• [1:34] - We talk about how hair extensions offer customizable, consultation-based methods for instant length, volume, and color variety.
• [4:37] - Hear how hidden-bead extensions offer discreet, flexible styling, while consultations are free and summer hair care focuses on hydration and frizz control!
• [7:05] - We recommend salon-quality products, proper at-home care, and consistent sunscreen use!
• [10:15] - I explain how skincare works year-round when paired with consistent sun protection and daily at-home care.
• [12:57] - Skincare remains possible in summer, but results depend on following sun protection and aftercare rules.
• [14:32] - John gets into why hair color and length should be personalized, subtle, and age-appropriate rather than restricted by outdated rules.
  [17:21] - John and I talk about how hair extensions have evolved into lasting, popular enhancements requiring regular maintenance and at-home care.
• [20:04] - Advancing aesthetic treatments highlight self-care and technology, encouraging people to prioritize their personal well-being.
• [22:35] - We talk about hair salons being relaxing spaces and why swimmers should protect and rinse hair after chlorine or salt exposure.
• [25:01] - Self-care treatments and hair services need to continue year-round with new products, consultations, and maintenance-friendly options!

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

Beauty Prescribed with the Medspalogist is back, everyone, I, your Medsapologist Matt Azulay-LaFever, am now joined by my husband and business partner John Azulay-LaFever! We sit down together for this episode to have the kind of conversation that we have been having with clients for years - equal parts education, real talk, and pointing out the absurdity of what people are told to simply "live with." We're unpacking three major services now available at H2T Skin and Laser Center: testosterone replacement for men, hormone replacement therapy for women, and our new concierge medicine program!

We open up about our own experiences with testosterone therapy, the frustrating symptoms that so many people dismiss as "just aging," and why we believe feeling exhausted, foggy, unmotivated, and disconnected from your own body shouldn't be accepted as normal in your forties - or at any age, truthfully. We also get into the massive gaps in women's healthcare, the outdated fears surrounding HRT, and the life-changing changes that we have seen firsthand when women finally receive treatment that actually addresses their symptoms instead of brushing them aside.

We also introduce concierge medicine and explain why we created it out of sheer frustration with today's rushed healthcare system. From same-day help to also doing consultations we are sharing how this service is designed to make life easier, more personal, and a whole lot less stressful. We are excited to be back, and remember, we are here to help you be the best that you can possibly be, so book a consultation!

Time Stamps

[0:27] - Welcome back as we discuss hormone therapy services and challenge misconceptions about aging-related health changes.

[3:36] - Learn how testosterone therapy can restore energy, libido, and fitness despite misleading "normal" lab results.

[6:14] - Matt and John talk about perimenopausal symptoms that women face and why aging-related exhaustion shouldn't simply be accepted.

[8:02] - Unfortunately, women's hormone-related symptoms are often dismissed by medical professionals as just normal signs of aging.

[10:13] - Matt argues that modern hormone replacement safely improves women's health despite there being fears from inaccurate information.

[12:55] - We both advocate personalized hormone therapy but also address potential barriers and misconceptions surrounding HRT treatment.

[14:44] - Matt opens up discussion about a third treatment option - concierge health.

[16:24] - Hear how, frustrated by healthcare gaps, Matt created concierge services offering accessible support for everyday medical needs.

[18:55] - John reminds us of the convenience of telehealth.

Resources
H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

We need the sunlight to survive, but it can also be incredibly dangerous and bad for us which is why sunscreen is so important. Listen in as we - Matt and Kathleen - discuss not only why sunscreen is so important but also talk through some facts that many people may not even know, such as how and why you should wear sunscreen not just in the summer but also in the winter, how ZO Skin Health products protect you not only from solar radiation but also radiation from technology such as your phone, what products are best to use and why, and so much more.

Protecting our skin should be important to all of us, so invest in protecting it! Feel free to give us a call and order a ZO Skin Health product through us as it will include a bonus gift if you purchase that way, and thanks so much for listening to the show!

Time Stamps

[0:55] - We are talking today about the importance of sunscreen.

[1:49] - Matt discusses why sunscreen is important.

[2:34] - Not all sunscreens are created equal.

[3:33] - Kathleen points out that many people do not regularly use sunscreen.

[4:24] - ZO Skin Health products also protect from phone radiation.

[6:04] - Retinol is the second most important skin product.

[7:40] - Matt gives advice on what products are best to use.

[10:49] - Sunscreen doesn't last all day which is why sunscreen powder is helpful.

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

ZO Skin Health - Website

CIT (collagen induction therapy), also known as micro-needling, has been a very popular treatment for our clients over the last few months, so we wanted to get together today to talk about what it is and what it does!

On average, we lose about 1% of our collagen each year after the age of twenty, and CIT can help build it back. The process involves creating controlled micro-injuries to the skin in order to prompt collagen production. Although controlled micro-injuries may sound a bit alarming at first, rest assured that it is a comfortable, painless procedure with a quick and easy recovery time. Results, while not instantaneous, are also relatively quick, as they can be seen within a few weeks to a few months.

We encourage you to talk to your provider to ask about CIT. People are generally very happy with the results, so please reach out to us for a consultation. Also feel free to visit H2T's website, and thanks so much for listening to the show!

Time Stamps

[0:41] - We are talking today about CIT.

[1:20] - What is collagen induction therapy?

[2:04] - Matt explains what happens when we lose collagen.

[3:57] - There is no pain involved in the process.

[5:05] - Matt discusses the device that is used for CIT.

[6:49] - The procedure only takes about twenty minutes.

[7:38] - Matt recommends about three CIT treatments.

[8:12] - Results will be seen within weeks and months.

[9:43] - Can CIT be done on all skin types?

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

Matt and Kathleen jump onto the podcast today to talk about a newer technology offered by H2T Skin and Laser Center, their AgeJet Advanced Plasma Therapy! An essential service offered, it is a skin rejuvenation treatment and is actually offered at all of H2T's offices.

Listen in as Matt discusses what the overall objective of AgeJet is, what the process is like, what results can be expected, how much recovery time can be expected, and so much more. If listeners are interested in AgeJet, please feel free to visit H2T's website and to come in for a FREE consultation, and thanks so much for listening!

Time Stamps

[0:39] - The topic today is AgeJet Advanced Plasma Therapy!

[2:04] - What is the main objective of the AgeJet treatment?

[3:14] - How does the treatment work?

[4:51] - Results are not instant.

[5:39] - How long do the results last?

[6:56] - AgeJet Advanced Plasma Therapy is safe for all skin types and safe in summer.

[8:31] - Matt touches upon the treatment having minimal downtime.

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

Matt and Kathleen are getting together for this episode to discuss a service that is offered at our Norwood location and soon to be Franklin, that being our Bliss Max service. We discuss some of the GLP-1 medications that help treat diseases like diabetes and obesity, but one of the problems with these pharmaceuticals is that people sometimes use them as temporary fixes when they are really intended to be used long-term if not permanently.

That is one of the reasons why we have our Venus Bliss Max service! What is Venus Bliss Max, you might ask? Listen in as Matt explains just that, revealing that it can lead to permanent weight loss due to it destroying fat cells, tighten up skin, and more.

Matt also talks about who the ideal candidate is for the treatment and what results tend to look like. Please feel free to visit our website and to come in for a FREE consultation, not just for Bliss Max but for anything that we offer. We would love to talk with you! Thanks for listening!

Time Stamps

[0:42] - We are talking today about our Bliss Max service!

[2:25] - How do GLP-1 drugs work?

[5:18] - These medications are not meant to be temporary fixes.

[6:51] - Matt tells listeners a little about their Venus Bliss Max service.

[10:30] - Matt is very excited to be bringing the technology to Franklin!

[12:14] - Who is the ideal candidate for this treatment?

[15:29] - People are usually very impressed with their results.

[16:40] - Is the Bliss Max service ever paired with other services?

[17:43] - Learn about at-home treatment which can enhance skin tightening.

[20:03] - Get in touch with us for a free consultation!

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

Welcome back, everyone! We return to the podcast to talk about the newest service being added to our Franklin location - hair restoration and transplant! We are so excited and want to share our excitement with you!

Tune in as Matt shares why he took advantage of this unique opportunity, how the process that he uses has led to minimal scarring and less recovery time, what recovery time and results tend to look like, how he approaches pricing, and so much more!

Give H2T a call if you would like a consultation! Please feel free to reach out to us and/or hit up our website, and be sure to also subscribe to the podcast if you aren't already so that you never miss an episode. Until next time, take care, and thanks for listening!

Time Stamps

[1:35] - We have brought hair restoration and transplant to our location in Franklin.

[2:13] - What made Matt want to add hair restoration as a service?

[4:00] - Hear what Matt has realized about his own hair loss.

[6:27] - Matt explains how the restoration process works.

[9:36] - How does someone get a consultation at H2T for a transplant?

[11:08] - What causes hair loss?

[14:07] - Matt reveals what a patient can expect on the day of the process.

[16:16] - Matt describes the recovery process.

[18:03] - When will people start seeing optimal results?

[19:17] - Matt touches upon the trend of getting hair transplants done in other countries.

[21:46] - Matt explains his pricing.

[24:08] - What options other than a transplant are available?

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

We (Matt and Kathleen) have yet another really exciting topic to share with you in this episode of Beauty Prescribed – medical-grade skin care, specifically ZO® Skin Health! We help you understand what medical-grade skin care is, why the distinction is important, what the difference is between medical-grade skincare and clean beauty, why we chose ZO Skin Health, and whether or not age affects the candidacy of someone undergoing medical-grade skin care - as well as so much more!

A skin analysis at H2T Skin and Laser Center is completely free of charge, so if anyone would like to come in and have us take a look beneath your skin to see what might need to be corrected, please do, and we can come up with a treatment plan! Please also feel free to reach out to us and/or hit up our website, and be sure to also subscribe to the podcast if you aren't already so that you never miss an episode. Until next time, take care, and thanks for tuning in today!

Time Stamps

[0:43] – Today's topic is medical-grade skin care.

[1:13] – Matt explains what medical-grade skin care is.

[3:57] – How does medical-grade skin care compare to the clean beauty trend?

[6:46] – Why did Matt choose ZO® Skin Health?

[9:22] – Matt talks about his approach to starting clients out slowly.

[10:40] – What is H2T's most important product?

[11:30] – Matt discusses the SPF of their sunscreen products.

[12:53] – Matt argues that sunscreen should be applied all year, not just in summer.

[15:32] – Matt touches upon anticipatory reactions.

[16:45] – What role does age play in medical-grade skin care?

[18:16] – Matt argues that medical-grade skin care makes your skin look even better.

[18:59] – We are encouraged to come in for a free skin analysis.

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

ZO® Skin Health - Website

Available exclusively at our Norwood H2T Skin and Laser Center location is the brand new technology, the Venus Blissmax, and we thought that it would be a good idea to spend some time making you aware of it and what it is! This machine is used to treat three major problems: cellulite, fat reduction, and building muscle. These are, of course, all nonsurgical, and we walk you through the ins and outs of how the machine works!

Questions that would come from someone just learning about the Blissmax for the first time would likely include whether or not the process is uncomfortable or painful, where on the body these modalities can be applied, how many treatments of each modality a client might need, and whether or not a client could get all three modalities, and we answer all of those questions and more!

If this episode has piqued your interest in this and you're curious about it and want more information, please feel free to come in and talk to us and/or hit up our website! Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast if you aren't already so that you never miss an episode, and until next time, take care!

Time Stamps

[0:42] – Matt and Kathleen are talking today about Venus Blissmax.

[1:20] – Learn what the Blissmax treats.

[2:36] – Why did Matt bring in Blissmax?

[3:43] – Matt reveals that a fat reduction sees up to a 24% fat reduction.

[4:11] – Matt touches upon where on the body the fat reduction can be used.

[6:24] – Matt explains whether or not the fat reduction process is painful.

[7:20] – Learn more about the muscle-building modality.

[8:45] – The abdomen is the most popular spot to have muscle tightening applied.

[9:57] – Hear more information about the third modality offered.

[11:09] – Can a client receive all three modalities?

[11:39] – How soon after treatment will clients see results?

[12:52] – Please reach out to H2T Skin and Laser Center if you have more questions!

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website

Who is your provider at H2T Skin and Laser Center? We have been getting a lot of questions surrounding this so thought that now would be a good time to cover that on the podcast! We are spending today talking about who you can expect to see when you walk through H2T's doors, what the difference is between a registered nurse and a nurse practitioner, what led Matt to pursue his NP license, how the service that Matt provides patients is different from what his RNs provide, and much more!

We sincerely hope that this round of rapid-fire questions comes in handy for you and maybe answers some questions that you had yourself! Please visit our website for more information and/or book an appointment with us! Be sure to also subscribe to the podcast if you aren't already so that you never miss an episode, and until next time, take care!

Time Stamps

[0:41] – We learn that today's episode covers who one's provider is.

[1:22] – What is the difference between a registered nurse and an advanced practice nurse?

[3:02] – Matt argues that there are differences between people in medicine and NPs.

[3:35] – We learn that NPs are still RNs.

[4:13] – Matt reveals what drew him to pursue his NP license.

[5:30] – Are all medspas owned and operated by NPs?

[6:44] – Matt touches upon how his service differs from what his RNs provide.

[7:20] – Matt reiterates that many distinctions are just matters of formality.

Resources

H2T Skin and Laser Center - Website