More guys are taking advantage of low-maintenance aesthetic treatments, and we’re here for it. Self-care for men has become more of a priority, as looking and feeling your best can make a significant difference in both your personal and professional lives.
Here, the skincare professionals at our Asheville medical spa explain why these 7 treatments resonate with male clients, plus how we tailor them to your unique needs.
1. Botox
Neuromodulators like Botox® are ideal for softening crow’s feet (lines around the eyes) and forehead lines—and they’re also practical solutions for alleviating issues like TMJ, teeth grinding, and excessive sweating (hyperhidrosis). Plus, injections are quick and won’t give you away if you want to keep your treatments to yourself.
How we make it manly: Men sometimes require different dosages and injection techniques due to stronger facial muscles and thicker skin. Our skilled injectors account for each individual’s muscle activity and skin type to tailor their treatments. Botox for men, aka “Brotox,” can significantly smooth expression-based lines or just soften their appearance to preserve a more masculine look—it’s up to you!
“First visit, office has a really nice energy. Dr. Chandler was very good, I appreciate his suggestions. I went for masseter Botox as I grind my teeth. He really did a good job – I will go back.”
—5-star Google review
2. Chemical Peels
Chemical peels deeply exfoliate the skin to improve texture, tone, and clarity. For men, they’re highly effective in treating blemishes that can distract from or age the appearance like acne, acne scars, sun damage, and uneven pigmentation.
How we make it manly: Our protocols for chemical peels for men aren’t that much different, however, we understand that some may not want baby-smooth, clear skin. For this reason, we may recommend fewer treatments or lighter peels to keep a more rugged complexion. We cannot apply chemical peels over beards or mustaches, so if you want to treat those areas, you will need to shave before your treatment.
3. Hydrafacials
This three-step facial cleanses, exfoliates, and hydrates the skin. A Hydrafacial is a low-maintenance way to get your skin to a healthy baseline and prevent build-up that can cause skin concerns like acne later on. Other than having healthier-looking skin, it will not be obvious that you get anything done.
How we make it manly: Hydrafacials are universal, but the treatment just so happens to address common concerns that a gentleman may struggle with like large pores, clogged pores, and oily skin. A Hydrafacial takes the guesswork out of what your skin needs and is the perfect treatment to start with if you’re new to professional skincare or if you want to subtly improve and maintain your skin’s condition.
4. Jawline Contouring
A strong, defined jawline is often seen as the mark of masculinity and confidence. We use dermal fillers to add precise amounts of volume in key areas to sculpt and enhance the jawline and chin without surgery. And just like Botox injections, filler results aren’t typically obvious—you’ll just look more proportionate and defined.
How we make it manly: The focus is on enhancing the jawline while maintaining balance with other features. Our experienced injectors carefully assess each patient’s facial structure to create the optimal amount of definition and projection to align with a masculine profile.
“Facility was clean, up to date office technology. Sarah was informative, to the point, with no hard sell or “fluff”. Answered the few questions I had intelligently. What’s not to like…”
—5-star Google review
5. Laser Hair Reduction
Unwanted hair can be frustrating and time-consuming to manage—especially if it’s on the back, abdomen, chest, or neck. Laser hair removal makes grooming easier and the results are often permanent for many patients. Plus, this hair removal technique avoids the razor burn and ingrown hairs that are common after shaving and waxing.
How we make it manly: For hair that is often coarse and dense, laser hair removal can streamline grooming so you can look put together and clean-cut without much maintenance. We remove hair completely or thin it out. It’s definitely the “work smarter, not harder” approach to keeping up appearances.
6. Kybella
Kybella® is an injectable treatment that dissolves excess fat under the chin. It’s virtually impossible to target the submental area to reduce a double chin appearance, even with a strict diet and exercise program—fat can be stubborn for anyone. Depending on your goals, you may need 1-4 quick treatments to remove unwanted fullness under your chin and the gradual results will appear totally natural.
How we make it manly: While a softer angle between the jawline and neck may look elegant for some, a sharper angle may be preferred for those who want masculine-looking definition. In this case, we can repeat treatments until the desired amount of fat is removed and we can also combine Kybella with jawline dermal fillers to sculpt an even stronger profile.
7. CO2 Laser Skin Resurfacing
CO2 laser resurfacing delivers the strongest skin transformation results. In fact, laser treatments target surface imperfections that even surgical procedures cannot fully address such as deep wrinkles, fine lines, acne scars, and sun damage for a smoother, more youthful complexion.
So for those who want to see a significant improvement in their skin concerns and condition their skin for confident aging, CO2 laser treatments are the gold standard. There’s some downtime needed after this type of laser treatment, so timing it around important events is something to consider.
How we make it manly: Much like the other treatments listed here, we customize the level of treatment to suit our patient’s goals. Some gentlemen may desire improvement in issues like scarring but don’t want to soften lines that may define their character. Others may value the opportunity to turn back the clock on aging and give their skin a complete refresh. No two patients are alike, and we wouldn’t have it any other way.
We are thrilled that Asheville medspa treatments, like those we discussed here, are becoming as common as monthly gym memberships. There are no gender rules for looking and feeling your best, and the knowledgeable skincare specialists at Mountain Radiance would be happy to explain your options. Book your consultation by calling (828) 627-2711 or fill out the contact form below.
