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January 18, 2023

NEW! A-LIST Aesthetics Membership

Coming to CCSD this January, our new A-LIST Aesthetics Membership is perfect for all esthetic treatment and skincare enthusiasts wanting to maintain their skin goals AND save! For just $99 per month, the A-LIST Aesthetics Membership unlocks: Special member discounted pricing on esthetic services (listed below) Get 10% OFF skincare purchases Complimentary Dermaplane treatment during your birthday month ($165 value) Receive up to six complimentary Professional Treatment Mask add-ons to your esthetic service ($270) One complimentary Omnilux LED Therapy treatment per year ($125 value) Personalized skincare plan assessment with one of our Licensed Estheticians Unlimited complimentary VISIA Skin Analysis to help track your skin improvement and devise the best treatment plan for you Special A-LIST Member Discounted Pricing $150 DiamondGlow Microdermabrasion (per month) $150 PCA Chemical Face Peel $125 Dermaplaning (per month) $325 Vi Face Peel $325 Vi Body Peel (small area – hands, neck, chest) $450 Vi Body Peel (large area – back, legs, arms) $225 CCSD Restart Peel FINE PRINT The A-LIST Aesthetics membership fee can be applied to any combination esthetic services at regular cost, additional balance can be paid at the time of service. Membership fee can only rollover for only 1 month. A one year minimum commitment and 30-day cancellation notice is required. Any money in your account must be used on treatments and services (cannot be refunded). Discounted membership esthetic pricing cannot be used with other discounts including CCSD rewards or monthly specials. COMBINATION TREATMENTS ARE ALREADY DISCOUNTED AND PRICING WILL REMAIN THE SAME.

November 14, 2022

Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals!

It’s finally here – our Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals have dropped for 2022! To save with our Black Friday treatment specials on November 25th, one of the appointments below has to booked on Friday, while time slots last. So make your Black Friday treatment appointment today before they run out – book online or by calling 312-245-9965 opt. 2! Black Friday Treatment Specials: Dr. Carolyn Jacob: Get $50 off Dysport, $75 off Restylane Filler OR $150 off 1 Dysport + 2 Restylane Must be a member of Aspire to qualify; free sign up & download the app In-office treatments on Nov. 25 only, no prepayments accepted Whitney Hersh, PA: $1,000 off EMFACE package of 4, $200 off a CoolSculpting Elite package (Must be a member of Alle to qualify; free sign up & download the app) OR $1,000 off EMSCULPT NEO package of 4 In-office treatments on Nov. 25 only, no prepayments accepted Nicki Loizzi, LE: Save $25 on a Age Defying DiamondGlow Microdermabrasion In-office treatments on Nov. 25 only, no prepayments accepted Black Friday Product Specials (online & in-store): 25% OFF an Alastin Best Seller Kit 25% OFF an Alastin Body Essentials Kit Cyber Monday Online Sales: 10% OFF your skincare purchase on chicagoskinscience.com – use code “save10” at checkout (excludes sale items. Discount only available for online purchases, sale is live all-day on November 28.) These specials cannot be combined with any other promotions (like Day of Beauty prepayments) except for Aspire and Alle points.

October 3, 2022

It’s Hyperhidrosis Awareness Month

The medical condition hyperhidrosis is when the body sweats four or five times more than normal. When sweating is this extreme it can be embarrassing, uncomfortable, and anxiety-inducing. It can disrupt all aspects of a person’s life. Luckily, we have many treatment options available to our patients! Prescription strength topical antiperspirants and oral medications. miraDry is a non-invasive procedure that permanently reduces underarm sweat and odor. Even better news, book a complimentary miraDry consultation in November and be automatically entered to win one free treatment! Botox for hyperhidrosis is an option for underarms, palms of hands and hairline. The sweat-blocking response time is usually 2 to 4 days after treatment and lasts for 9 months. Call or text our office at 312-245-9965, or book online to schedule a consultation and find relief for your hyperhidrosis.

September 19, 2022

Welcome our newest treatment, EmFace!

We are thrilled to welcome our newest treatment, EmFace! Chicago Cosmetic Surgery and Dermatology is one of the first offices in the country to offer EmFace to our patients. Our providers have been using injectable fillers for years to help volumize the face, however there was no solution for muscle loss. There aren’t many solutions to also simultaneously restore loss of collagen and elastic tissue in the skin. But now there is, thanks to the EmFace! What is EmFace? EmFace is the first and ONLY needle-free procedure that simultaneously treats facial skin and muscles in just 4 sessions. Starting at the age of 20, we loose collagen about 1% per year until age 30. After the age of 30, some of the underlying structures have loosened, resulting in sagging skin. Patients who can benefit most from EmFace are of the ages 30 and up, however, everybody can benefit from less wrinkles and more lift! Clinical Studies showed that the simultaneous energies of EmFace reduces the effects of the facial aging process. 37% Wrinkle Reduction 23% Lifting Effect 30% Increase in Muscle Tone How does EmFace work? EmFace is the first device on the market utilizing the simultaneous application of both the Synchronized RF and HIFES. Synchronized REF smooths skin by heating the dermis and increasing the levels of collagen and elastin fibers. While the HIFES technology restores & elevates support of facial tissues by selectively contracting muscles and increasing density & quality of muscle structure. Treatment will consist of 4 – 20 minute sessions performed once a week, where you can relax while you let the device gently stimulate the facial muscles and thicken the skin. The results achieve what younger faces have – which is better / thicker muscles and thicker skin. EmFace can help your skin in 3 ways       Replenishing collagen       Thickening and tightening the muscle for better lift       Improving the overall appearance of your skin Call to schedule an EmFace consultation today! EmFace can be used with fillers, neuromodulators, skincare and more to give you a more youthful, fresh appearance.

September 13, 2022

Virtual Chat with Dr. Niki Christopoulos

SAVE THE DATE! Dr. Niki Christopoulos invites you to an exclusive virtual chat regarding all of the vaginal rejuvenation options we have at CCSD, both surgical and non-invasive. Join us on October 25, 2022, 5:00pm-5:30pm as Dr. Christopoulos, Double Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, discusses labiaplasties, shows real patient results, followed by a real time Q&A discussion! She will be joined by our own Whitney Hersh, PA-C, who will talk about ThermiVa, a non-surgical procedure for labia and vaginal tightening and rejuvenation. Thanks to all that attended this event! We’ll be having more in the future like this, so stay tuned! If you have any further questions, don’t hesitate to reach out to Mandy, our Plastic Surgery Coordinator at (312) 940-6629.

August 17, 2021

What’s up with the recent headlines these days about celebrities not showering?

What's up with the recent headlines these days about celebrities not showering? Sure, the pandemic has been hard on all of our daily beauty routines! But are there any hygiene risks with skipping the shower? We revisit a previous USA Today article with Dr. Carolyn Jacob back in 2017 explaining some of the repercussions of not showering for long periods of time! You’d develop an odor “Oily parts of your body would collect dirt & pollutants” -Dr. Jacob Higher risk of infection Your “hair becomes heavy with oil secreted from the scalp and the collected dirt and pollutants that stick to it” -Dr. Jacob “As bacteria builds on your skin, it risks inflaming hair follicles, causing pimples.” Dr. Jacob Your groin can develop “intertrigo, a yeast and inflammation combination that goes from itchy and red to burning and painful” -Dr. Jacob “Dead skin would build up between your toes and become crusty.” -Dr. Jacob How often should I shower? So what’s the deal? How often do we ACTUALLY have to shower? Although some of the above cases are after extended periods of time, it’s recommended to shower every other day. However, this might not be the case for people who exercise frequently or work physically active jobs. If you work outside in the heat, are a line cook or moving shipments all day for example, you would be more prone to sweat and require daily showers. But if you work an indoor desk job with minimal movement throughout the day, then showering every other day should be fine for you. For you regular shower takers out there, try some of these tips from our providers to help keep your skin healthy regardless of how often you’re sudsing up. Keep showers under 15 minutes Do not shower in extremely hot water Pick products that don’t have harsh fragrances or perfumes Pat dry after getting out the shower Moisturize immediately after drying to seal in moisture Be sure to consult your CCSD Board-Certified Dermatologist or Certified Physician Assistant on any skin issues you may have. Call our office at 312-245-9965 option 2, to schedule your appointment or book online. Check out the full USA TODAY article here.

September 27, 2019

Recycle and SAVE!

In a continuing effort to reduce our carbon footprint, Chicago Skin Science is thrilled to announce our new recycling program! Patients who bring in the empty container of their favorite skincare products bought at CSS can receive 10% OFF the purchase of the same product! Don’t feel guilty using that last pump, come in today and save while doing good for the planet!

September 20, 2019

Rewards for everyone!

We have two rewards programs here at CCSD and we want to make sure YOU, our patients, are aware and getting all the info you need to see which one is right for you! Chicago Cosmetic Insider Membership (CCIM) CCIM is a subscription membership that allows you to make easy monthly payments that go towards your yearly treatment plan, avoiding a large upfront cost at check-out. Your personalized treatment plan is customized to your provider-prescribed aesthetic treatment or skincare regime that specifically addresses your skincare goals. There are no hidden fees and members receive a complimentary Dermalinfusion Microdermabrasion with one of our Licensed Estheticians and an EltaMD Daily Sunscreen when you sign up! CCSD Rewards Points All CCSD patients accrue 1 point for every dollar spent on eligible product purchases and cosmetic services. As you spend, our database tracks points for you – it’s so easy! When you accrue enough points, you become eligible for discounts on skin care product purchases, Esthetician services, neurotoxin treatment (Botox, Dysport, Jeuveau and Xeomin), filler and laser resurfacing procedures. You have the option to use points as you accrue, or save for a bigger discount on another service, which is a great incentive to try something new! CCSD reward program points can be combined with Brilliant Distinction and Aspire rebates but cannot be combined with any other promotion. Be sure to ask for our Cosmetic Concierge, Kaya Flowers, if you have any questions about either of these programs at 312-245-9965 ext. 1300!

September 13, 2019

Night of Beauty

Our annual Night of Beauty event is just around the corner! If you didn’t get a chance to attend our Grand Opening in April (or haven’t come in for an appointment in awhile), we are at our new location at 515 N. State Street, Suite 900! Night of Beauty will be on Thursday, October 10th, 2019 from 5:30p.m. - 7:30 p.m. A $25 deposit will confirm your attendance for this event, and can go towards any non-Rx products purchased from our Chicago Skin Science retail store that evening. Reserve your spot and register on our website or call 312-245-9965 Opt. 2. More details to follow, but expect event-only specials, light bites and prosecco, curated gift bags, raffle prizes, live demos and much more! Visit our website for more info.

Client Reviews

Thank you to the friendly staff at CCSD for always making my visits pleasant and efficient! An even bigger thank you to Dr. Jacob for the phenomenal job she did all but erasing a scar on my face from skin cancer, and the amazing job she always does defying Mother Nature keeping my face looking young and alert!

— Christopher

Dr. Ibrahim is AMAZING. He has such a wonderful “bed side manner” and his experience is multifaceted. I go to him for both regular skin concerns and cosmetic reasons and he has been able to help with every issue I have! He is by far the best dermatologist I have been to and I recommend him 100%!

— Maddy

Loved results..and my daughter had microdermabrasion and beautiful results..they r so professional and very organized..appointment times right on schedule..no waiting. I would say this is the best place in Chicago..for any needs of the face. They are the experts..

— Rosalina

What a great experience! I love this office, every time I come everyone has a great smile, and the office is always bright and clean. Dr. Pritzker is awesome, she is so fast and efficient and knows exactly how to combat those pesky wrinkles.

— Valarie

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