Enfuse Laser Center & Medical Spa

Laser 360 treatment arrives at Enfuse – a personal treatment story

Libby — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 16:19:43 +0000

I am a 36 year old, wife and mother of 2 young boys. I spent my younger and not so younger years as a sun worshiper. Every chance that I could get I was out basking under the sun, longing for the beauty of sun kissed cheeks. (I am not alone right?) Plus, I just love the heat. Luckily, I have been blessed with some good genes and my skin hasn’t totally been ruined by this. Now, that I am on the other side of 35, I am finally facing the truth…..that sun is not my face’s friend - at least not without a LOT of sun block.

The good news for me is that I am pretty healthy person. I drink 100 ounces of water every day, eat 3-5 cups of veggies and huge helpings of greens daily and I am an active yogi (this is more recent, but I like attaching this to my description). I also have been responsible and consistent with my skincare regimen. I never, ever go to bed without cleansing and moisturizing and I put good quality products on my face.

Here are my list of concerns; crow’s feet – they aren’t terrible, but they will inevitably get worse, small areas of sun damage (freckling) and overall skin color – I want the GLOW!

So, today I take the plunge. I am going to have my very first Laser 360 treatment. http://enfusemedspas.com/service/laser-360/ Am I nervous? Yep. Really, I am only a small bit nervous simply because it is a new experience. However, because I work closely with Enfuse and the medical aestheticians at Enfuse, I have total confidence in this Laser 360 procedure. What I do know though is that many people might also be nervous which is why I thought I should write a blog post about my own personal experience in hopes of putting others minds at ease.

My next post will consist of some photographs and testimony about this experience.

Ideal Protein Protocol – Why it works

Libby — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 16:15:15 +0000

Many of us are so tired of hearing about the word DIET. Anyone think that it is concerning that the word DIE is actually mixed in there? That said, there are also many, hundreds, thousands of people who struggle with their weight. Some people have a small amount of weight to lose , others are suffering from obesity. It really doesn’t matter what your number is….the process is of losing weight shares some common threads no matter how small or large the number you need to shift.

After much research, the Evan’s Weight Loss Group and Enfuse Med Spa have incorporated a new protocol into the practices. The protocol is referred to as the Ideal Protein Weight Loss Protocol. This protocol was developed in France by a doctor named Dr. Tran Tien Chanh, who focused his career and research on nutrition with a particular emphasis on the treatment of obesity and obesity related issues.

The Ideal Protein Weight Loss Method is a low maintenance, easy to follow 4-phase protocol which helps stabilize the pancreas and blood sugar levels while burning fat and maintaining muscle and other lean tissue. This protocol is also an excellent support for cellulite reduction and has been used in well over 2500 Professional Establishments in North America over the last eight years with great success.

Our dieters come to us for an initial consultation which includes a thorough health history profile, blood work and EKG for patients with Metabolic X Syndrome and an education on the protocol. Getting started is incredibly easy. After the consult, you can start Phase I.

Here’s the scoop on Phase 1. The goal here is to get your body into a state of Ketosis.

What is Ketosis?

Ketosis simply put, means that our bodies are using fat for energy. Ketones (also called ketone bodies) are molecules generated during fat metabolism, whether from the fat in the nuts you just ate or fat you were carrying around your middle.

So, how do we get our bodies into a state of Ketosis with this protocol? We limit your carb intake and eliminate all forms of sugar. After roughly 3 days, your body will have processed through glycogen (sugar) reserves and will move into the next stage. You will know you have reached this phase because you will have a TON of energy and literally no cravings for sugar.

Here’s where the Ideal Protein program comes in….. Without Glucose (sugar), our bodies look for the next best thing to use as energy…our MUSCLES! If you have ever tried another low-calorie diet, you may have noticed that although you were losing weight, you were also losing tone and noticing soft, flabby skin. This is no good. Muscle is our best friend when it comes to losing weight as the more muscle we have, the faster our bodies burn fat. Dr. Chanh was interested in helping elite athletes get their bodies in prime condition – which is how he developed the concept of incorporating protein isolates into this protocol as a way of sparing your muscles.

During Phase 1 of this protocol, you will consume 3 packs of protein isolate per day in addition to 4 cups of vegetables and 8 ounces of lean protein. It is that easy.

Our dieters are losing 3-8 lbs per week – consistently. They are reporting back to us that they are feeling energetic, inspired, light, clear headed and motivated.

Ideal Protein is launched at Enfuse

Libby — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 17:43:04 +0000

After much research, Dr. Evans has decided on the world famous Ideal Protein Protocol as the program we will work with for medical weightloss. The Ideal Weightloss Weight Loss Method is an easy to follow and healthy protocol with proven, long lasting results for patients. The gourmet foods on this diet contain highly assimilable, high-biological value protein isolates combined with essential amino acids and are complemented with supplements ad mineral salts. Dieters WILL lose 3-7 lbs per week when following this protocol. They WILL primarily lose FAT and not muscle. Patients will feel energetic and not hungry! They will enjoy revitalized and toned skin as an additional benefit! Please call 773-904-8310 to schedule your consultation with Libby.

Shannon B.

Libby — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:22:34 +0000

After buying a laser package from another spa (and discovering it wasn’t so bad), I snatched up a Groupon deal for this place to have a different area done. I made the appointment the day I bought my Groupon, and they were able to fit me in the same day. Score! Laser tech Sylwia was awesome. Even though she knew I had been lasered before, she explained the procedure because they use a different type of laser than the other place. Enfuse uses the Candela laser, which requires no icing or cooling gel. And, as I have slightly dry skin which results in slightly darker spots, she explained to me that the lasering may make it darker, but I told her to go ahead with the procedure. And it was quick and easy, if slightly uncomfortable. Afterwards, she told me about some of the specials they were running, including a Botox facial and BOGO Latisse. I have been wanting to try Latisse, so I bought that. I thought the sales pitch wasn’t pushy, but informative, so I was glad that Sylwia told me about it. Bottom line, I left happy.

Yanna S.

Libby — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:18:04 +0000

I have been to this spa many times. I started with Vela Smooth and teeth whitening, now I am almost done with full body laser hair removal… I love it- no shaving, although I will probably have to use my one year warranty since there are still spots where hair somewhat grows. I recommend this salon to everyone! Not only is the technology new but the staff is amazing!

Tressa T.

Libby — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:16:16 +0000

The ladies at Enfuse are wonderful! I have gotten Laser Appointments in both Los Angeles and the Caribbean, and this place is, by far, the best. The customer service is on point, and everyone is very patient with you. They take the time to explain the procedure and offer recommendations for upkeep between appointments. Not to mention, the laser treatment ACTUALLY WORKS! I saw a HUGE difference after my first appointment…. a HUGE, noticable difference. Keep up the good work, Enfuse!

Tarra L.

Enfuse — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 05:39:10 +0000

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Living Social made me aware of Enfuse Laser Center & Medical Spa with their laser hair removal promotion! I originally walked in thinking I was only going to do the underarm laser treatment, but after I was there for a few minutes I decided I would get the bikini treatment as well. I’m looking forward to all 6 of my treatments and free touch ups. My first appointment was a couple of months ago and I can already tell a noticeable difference. Especially with my underarms. I’m ecstatic to think that by summer I won’t have to worry about tank tops, strapless dresses or bikinis. Here’s to Enfuse Laser Center & Medical Spa.

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Enfuse — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 04:03:08 +0000

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Nail Fungus Is Now Treatable With Laser Therapy

Enfuse — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 18:14:52 +0000

The use of lasers to treat nail fungus is not new. Researchers have been trying to use lasers to treat onychomycosis since the 1980s. The approach at that time, however, was a little different. Before newer antifungal treatments like Lamisil and Sporanox, the only oral medical treatments that existed for onychomycosis were griseofulvin and, a little later, ketoconazole. These drugs took a very long time to work, had potentially severe side effects at even modest doses, and often did not even work at all. The original application of lasers in the treatment of nail fungus was to use the laser to create holes or channels in the nail. This process, called fenestration, was meant to give topical onychomycosis treatments better access to the fungus. The laser could open up a pathway so that the medicine applied to the nail could get at the fungus and kill it.

This approach did not meet with much success. The process was expensive and did not seem to improve the topical treatment of onychomycosis to any great degree. As lasers were evolving and more widely available to physicians and surgeons, a better approach was adopted. By using a laser with a specific wavelength of laser light energy, the fungus could be targeted and killed, while leaving the skin and nail intact. Instead of making large tunnels in the nail, the light was focused on the fungus directly. In essence, the laser energy heats the fungus to the point that it is killed but does not burn the surrounding tissue.