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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about Chicago Medspa's treatments, safety, and booking process.
What services does Chicago Medspa offer?
We offer a comprehensive range of aesthetic treatments including Tox Treatment, volume-enhancing treatments, skin rejuvenation (microneedling, chemical peels, facials), body contouring, laser hair reduction, and wellness and vitality programs. All treatments are physician-supervised and tailored to your unique needs.
Are your treatments safe?
All treatments are performed under the supervision of our board-certified physician, and the devices we use are FDA-cleared. Every treatment begins with a complimentary consultation, where your medical history is reviewed and candidacy is assessed before anything is recommended.
How do I book an appointment?
You can book a consultation by clicking the "Book Consultation" button on our website, calling us at (312) 426-2033, or emailing hello@chicagomedspa.com. We're located at 30 N Michigan Ave, Suite 1220, in downtown Chicago—conveniently accessible from the Loop and Gold Coast.
What should I expect during my first visit?
Your first visit includes a personalized consultation where we'll discuss your aesthetic goals, medical history, and treatment options. Our providers will create a customized plan tailored to your needs. Some treatments can be performed the same day, while others may require a follow-up appointment.
Do you offer financing or payment plans?
Yes! We understand that aesthetic treatments are an investment. We accept all major credit cards and offer flexible payment options. Memberships bill monthly, and what each tier includes is confirmed at booking and at consultation. Memberships do not include aesthetic treatments such as Tox Treatment, lip enhancement, laser hair reduction, wellness and vitality care, or other services requiring advanced medical providers. Contact us to learn more about our membership benefits and financing options.
How long do results typically last?
Results vary by treatment. Tox Treatment typically last 3-4 months, volume treatments 6-18 months depending on the product, microneedling results improve over weeks and can last several months, and laser hair reduction provides long-lasting results. During your consultation, we'll discuss expected duration and maintenance for your specific treatment plan.
Is there any downtime after treatments?
Most of our treatments require minimal to no downtime. Aesthetic treatments may cause mild swelling or bruising that resolves within a few days. Microneedling and chemical peels may involve temporary redness. We'll provide detailed aftercare instructions covering what to expect and what to avoid.
What makes Chicago Medspa different from other medspas?
Treatments here are performed or supervised by licensed medical professionals under physician oversight, in the heart of downtown Chicago. Our focus is on natural, refined results using FDA-cleared technology and evidence-based techniques. Every client starts with a complimentary consultation, with no obligation to book, and we follow up after your visit. Results vary between individuals.
Do you accept insurance?
Most aesthetic treatments are considered elective and are not covered by insurance. However, certain medical services may be eligible. We recommend contacting your insurance provider for specific coverage details. Our team can provide documentation if needed for HSA/FSA reimbursement.
Can I combine multiple treatments?
Yes! Many of our clients combine treatments for comprehensive results. For example, Tox Treatment and volume treatments can be done in the same session, or you might pair a facial with microneedling. During your consultation, we'll create a customized treatment plan that safely combines procedures to achieve your aesthetic goals.
Laser Hair Reduction
Common questions about laser hair reduction at our Chicago Loop practice.
What is laser hair reduction and how does it work?
Laser hair reduction is a medical treatment that uses focused light energy to disable active hair follicles, producing a long-term decrease in unwanted hair on the face and body. Light at a wavelength absorbed by the pigment in the hair travels to the follicle, converts to heat, and disrupts the follicle's ability to produce new hair, while integrated cooling protects the surrounding skin. Because hair grows in cycles and only actively growing follicles respond, treatment is delivered as a series. Our laser hair reduction service page and our laser hair reduction basics guide explain the treatment in plain language.
Does laser hair reduction hurt?
Most clients describe the sensation as a quick warm snap, similar to a rubber band tap, repeated rapidly across the treatment area. Integrated cooling eases each pulse, and topical numbing can be requested in advance by those who prefer it. Right after a session the skin may look pink and feel warm for a few hours, similar to a mild sunburn. Comfort varies by area and by person, and your provider calibrates settings to your skin at every visit.
How many sessions will I need?
Most people need a series of about six to eight sessions, spaced roughly four weeks apart on the face and six to ten weeks apart on the body so that each visit meets follicles in their active growth phase. Hormonally driven areas can take more visits, and maintenance once or twice a year is sometimes recommended for residual regrowth. Your provider maps the exact schedule to your hair, skin, and treatment area at your consultation.
How much does laser hair reduction cost in Chicago?
Cost depends on your treatment plan: the areas being treated and the length of your series. Both are set at a complimentary consultation, with no obligation to book, where series and package options are reviewed transparently before you decide anything. Payment plans are available through a third-party financing provider if you prefer to spread the cost out. There is no consultation fee, and nothing is booked until you choose to move forward.
Is laser hair reduction permanent?
The honest framing is long-term reduction. A completed series produces a lasting decrease in the number of hairs that regrow, and hair that does return tends to come back finer and lighter. Some regrowth stays possible over time because hormones, genetics, and hair color all influence the follicles, and periodic maintenance sessions address it as it appears. Results vary between individuals. For the full story behind the word, read our article Is laser hair removal permanent?
Is it safe for all skin tones?
Laser hair reduction can be performed across the full range of skin tones when the wavelength is matched to the skin. Deeper skin tones are treated with a longer wavelength that bypasses surface pigment and reaches the follicle, while built-in cooling protects the surface of the skin. Pigment changes are the most common side effect in darker skin, which is why settings are calibrated individually and a patch test may be recommended first. A consultation confirms candidacy and the right protocol for your skin.
How should I prepare for a session?
Shave the treatment area 24 hours in advance so the laser can reach the follicle rather than surface hair. Do not wax, pluck, or thread the area for at least four weeks before a session; the follicle must be present for the treatment to work. Avoid sun exposure and self-tanner for at least four weeks, and arrive with clean, product-free skin. Your provider reviews medications and skincare timing at your consultation. If shaving tends to leave razor bumps or ingrown hairs, mention it there: our razor bump treatment uses the same laser approach.
What happens after a session?
Mild redness, warmth, and small bumps around the follicles are normal and usually settle within a few hours to 48 hours; a cool compress and a gentle moisturizer help. Avoid hot showers, saunas, intense exercise, and chlorinated pools for 24 hours, and skip retinoids and chemical exfoliants on the area for two to three days. Treated hairs shed over the following one to three weeks, a sign the treatment is working. Shaving between sessions is fine, but do not wax or tweeze, and keep daily sun protection on the area.
Can I do laser hair reduction in summer?
Yes, with discipline about sun. Tanned skin cannot be treated, so the treatment area needs to stay out of the sun and off self-tanner in the weeks before and after each session, with daily sun protection in between. If you are planning significant sun, the simplest approach is to time your series around it. Our current summer offer applies to laser hair reduction packages and runs through September 7, 2026.
Why choose a physician-supervised practice?
In Illinois, laser treatment is the practice of medicine, and results depend on the equipment, the protocols, and the clinical experience of the person delivering it. In a physician-supervised practice, your medical history is reviewed and candidacy is confirmed before anything is scheduled, settings are calibrated to your skin and hair at every visit, and your response is tracked across the series. At Chicago Medspa, laser hair reduction is performed by licensed medical providers under physician supervision using FDA-cleared technology, and every plan begins with a complimentary consultation.
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