Kansas City MO Dermaplane

Nikky
Co-Owner / Aesthetician

I have always been obsessed with the beauty industry and everything about it. At a very young age my mom taught me how to take care of my skin, she always told my sister and me how important it is to wash your face and she always bought us the best products. It just stuck with me I guess. When I was finally of age to work, I always had a job in the beauty industry working at cosmetic counters. As much as l loved makeup, it was the skincare products that excited me more. I decided to go to esthetics school in 2000. It's been such an inspiring journey since. I’ve met so many great and knowledgeable humans along the way in this industry. I met Sean, who is not only my business partner but my bestie. And most importantly, I get to help people feel great about themselves.</p>
<p>I love how this industry is forever growing. I enjoy learning about new treatments, technology, and products that I can use in my treatment room to deliver the best results to my patients. When you love what you do it’s not work and I absolutely LOVE my “job”!

Sean

Co-Owner / Nurse Practitioner / Nurse Injector
I’ve always wanted to get into Medical Aesthetics ever since I can remember, but it’s a tough industry to get into. After practicing Primary Care for the under/uninsured in the Kansas City Metro area for a couple years as a nurse practitioner, I was able to breakthrough. In 2015, I joined a surgical organization where I was the lead nurse practitioner for the facial plastic surgery division. Working there provided me the foundation to my injection career. In 2017, I left this surgical organization and started working in a medical spa where I soon became the Lead Injector. It was at this medical spa that I met Nikky. After working together for a year we decided to open up Face KC Medical Spa in February of 2019. I am now a Master Injector who focuses primarily on injectables and I wouldn’t change a thing!
<p>It’s a wonderful feeling to be a business owner, but an even better feeling because I’m doing what I’ve always wanted to do-Medical Aesthetics.

What is a Consultation?

Face KC Medical Spa was founded in 2019 and has been proudly providing medical aesthetic services for Kansas City and the surrounding region. The business's owners combine over 15 years of experience. Face KC Medical Spa believes people come back because they have a lot to offer. This is thanks to their experience and a great eye for detail. Don't know what service or product you should choose? Get a consultation with one our experts for a no-obligation.

Nurse Practitioners/Injectors Sean Ryan and Jennifer Hacker can assist in any injectable questions/concerns and Medical Aestheticians Nikky Rice and Lauren Garrison can assist in all other questions/concerns such as skincare products, skin texture/tone issues, acne concerns, etc.

What are HA Fillers?

Juvederm and Restylane, hyaluronic Acid fillers, are suspended within a gel carrier. This gel helps the injection of hyaluronic Acid stay in its place. The hyaluronic- acid immediately pulls in water. In this way, it increases volume. This is great for deep wrinkles and folds on the face, as well as areas that require more volume like the cheeks or lips. These fillers dissolve naturally with most lasting at least a year. Others may last longer.

There are many HA Fillers available. Here we use both Restylane and Juvederm HA Fillers to deliver subtle to dramatic enhancements. More options. Customized results.

What are Neurotoxins exactly?

Botox and Dysport are injectable neurotoxins that can temporarily help improve the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Repetitive muscle contractions can lead to facial lines and wrinkles that get deeper and deeper over time. Botox, Dysport and Dysport temporarily relax these muscle contractions. The skin will appear smoother.

The forehead, frown lines and crows feet are all common areas for treatment. You can see results in as little as two days. However, they will gradually improve over two weeks. You can expect to see results for as long as four months, if you do the right dosage.

What is sculpture?

Sculptra is a bio-stimulatory injectable that contains poly-L-lactic Acid. It helps to gradually restore facial volume. It stimulates the natural production of collagen in your skin by slowly injecting it. The polylactic acid will be biodegraded, and replaced with a network of new collagen after several months. Treatment areas can include the jawline and temples. The majority of patients will need three treatments in the first few months, followed by one annual treatment. You can expect to see results for up to two years.

What is Kybella?

Kybella is an injection that can permanently destroy fat cells. Depending on the amount and type of fat, one to five Kybella vials might be necessary. Multiple treatment sessions may also be required. The submental fat is the most commonly treated area. Also known as a "double chin", it is also known as the submental fat. Once a desired aesthetic goal is achieved, treatments can be stopped.

What is Vitamin B-12 Shot?

Vitamin B-12

is an essential vitamin your body needs in order to function properly. This injection could help improve energy, decrease fatigue, speed metabolism, improve sleep patterns and increase concentration. It may also boost immunity.

What is HydraFacial exactly?

The HydraFacial treatment addresses all skincare needs using patented technology to cleanse, extract, and hydrate the skin.

HydraFacial serums are made from nourishing ingredients to give you an instant glow.

The first step involves gentle exfoliation to remove dead skin cells and reveal new layers. Then a light chemical peel is applied to help resurface the skin and prepare it for painless extractions. Next, debris is removed from the pores using painless suction while nourishing the skin. To enhance the skin's glow, antioxidants as well as peptides are instilled. It is quick and easy!

What is Dermaplane?

Dermaplaning uses a surgical-grade blade that is medical-grade to remove the skin's surface layer of dead cells, debris, and hair. A single session of Dermaplaning can remove 2-3 weeks of buildup from the skin's dead skin cells. Dermplane does not require any pain and is non-invasive. The technique may look similar to shaving, but it is much more effective because the blade being used is able to get right against the top layer of skin. There is no need to worry about the hair growing back darker- dermaplaning targets the vellus hair (peach fuzz) that grows back the same size and color. The way the surgeon cuts hair doesn't create thicker hair. This procedure is painless and requires no downtime.

What is a Chemical Peel?

A chemical peel involves the application of a chemical solution to the skin to remove the upper layers of the dermis. Chemical peels can improve skin texture and radiance as well as reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. They also help decongest and treat acne-prone skin. Chemical peels come in superficial, medium, and deep strengths. The results of a chemical peel will vary depending on the concerns you have and what type of treatment you choose. To achieve the best results, it is advisable to use multiple treatments.

What is Clear + Brilliant Laser exactly?

Clear + Brilliant Laser uses advanced technology. However, Clear + Brilliant treatments are easy to obtain. Clear + Brilliant starts with a consultation. This allows you to discuss your concerns and determine whether Clear + Brilliant is right to treat them. The practitioner will recommend a Clear + brilliant Laser treatment program. You have two options to choose from to address skin texture issues, such as fine lines/wrinkles or poor size or brown spot.

What is an Insta-Glo Facial?

Insta-Glo Facials leave you radiant for days! It combines a HydroJelly masque with a custom ampoule to address your skin's needs.

First, the skin is cleansed and exfoliated. Then the ampoule is applied and is infused into the skin using our Nano Infusion Pen. After, the customized HydroJelly masque is applied. Finally, the appropriate products are applied then applied to your skin and you are ready to own the day! There is very little downtime with this treatment.

What is Microneedling?

Microneedling can cause microscopic wounds to the skin. The body's natural wound healing process is stimulated by microneedling. Cellular damage is minimized.

Based on your results, a series of 3-6 treatments may be recommended. This procedure requires minimal downtime.

Lashes & Brows

Don't forget your brows, lashes, and brows. We all know that lashes as well as brows have a huge impact on our overall beauty. Just as we color our hair, why not our eyebrows and lashes? A lash tint and brow tint can cause the illusion of them being fuller and longer by coloring the hair follicles from base to tip.

Take it up a notch with a lash lift. You can get a semi-permanent curl to your eyelashes that will last for as long as 6 weeks. You can save time and avoid using mascara and lash curlers by doing a lash/brow tint or a lash lift instead.

Don't have time for a lash tint or lash extensions? Latisse can help! This daily at-home treatment can make your lashes longer, thicker, and darker in as little as 8 weeks.

What is Medical-Grade skincare?

Perhaps you are wondering what medical grade skincare means. You might be wondering what medical grade skincare is. These products typically have higher active ingredient concentrations that anything you can buy over-the-counter. That means quicker results in less time. Additionally, medical-grade skincare products can penetrate your skin at a deeper layer than those that are less effective. While some products may cost more than others, you'll know that the products you purchase are high-quality and have been clinically tested to ensure optimal results.

Sounds great, right? We think so too. You'll see that we have our top picks from three medical-grade skincare brands: SkinCeuticals and SkinMedica.