The 5 Best Treatments to Counteract Aging

When clients come to me looking for ways to slow down, reverse, or prevent aging, they often think of fine lines, wrinkles, sunspots, uneven skin tone, and texture—all signs we don’t exactly look forward to seeing. In many cases, they’re already ready to take action with a treatment, but here’s what I always remind them:

Think of aging like overall health—your best results don’t just happen in the office.

Just like going to the doctor, where a majority of your health is maintained through what you do daily—nutrition, movement, sleep—your skin health follows the same principle. Yes, in-office treatments can make tremendous transformations, but you spend way more time at home than you do in our treatment chair.

So, how do we combine what you’re doing at home with the treatments we offer in-office to turn back the clock and keep your skin looking its best? Let’s break down the top 5 things we can do together to get you there.

1. SPF: Your Best Anti-Aging Investment

Oh, I know—you’re probably tired of hearing it: Wear SPF every day, throw on a hat, protect your skin. But there’s a reason this advice never goes away.

Sun exposure is the number one cause of premature aging. UV rays break down collagen and elastin, leading to wrinkles, sagging, sunspots, and uneven skin tone. Think of it like this: remember when we used to lather up with tanning oil and lay in the sun for hours? Those days are gone for a reason!

The reality: UV damage happens even when it’s cloudy, rainy, or snowy. UVA rays, the ones responsible for aging, penetrate clouds and even windows—so skipping sunscreen on a gloomy day is still allowing damage to happen.

The fix: Use broad-spectrum SPF 30 or higher every single day, and reapply throughout the day if you're outside. Medical-grade sunscreens offer superior protection with antioxidants and hydrating ingredients, helping to prevent AND correct damage.

Tala Favorites:

iS Clinical Extreme Protect SPF 40 (antioxidant-rich, hydrating & reef-safe)
Perfect Derma Mineral Sunscreen (lightweight, great for sensitive skin)

2. Medical-Grade Skincare: The At-Home Game Changer

While drugstore brands like CeraVe and La Roche-Posay are great for basic skincare, they don’t contain the high concentrations of active ingredients needed to truly reverse signs of aging.

Medical-grade skincare is clinically formulated with higher percentages of ingredients like:

Growth Factors – Stimulate collagen and cell turnover for firmer, smoother skin.
Peptides – Help strengthen the skin barrier and reduce fine lines.
Hyaluronic Acid – Deeply hydrates and plumps the skin for a youthful glow.

After the age of 35, collagen production slows significantly, making it even more important to use skincare that actively works to repair and protect your skin.

Tala Favorites:

Neocutis BioSerum, Microgel, BioCream & Lumiere Eye Cream (potent anti-aging & hydration)
iS Clinical Active Serum, Hydracool, Active Peel System, Youth Eye Complex & ProHeal (powerful antioxidants & cell renewal)

3. Laser Treatments: The Ultimate Collagen Booster

Let’s talk about MOXI—one of our favorite treatments for keeping skin bright, smooth, and healthy-looking. Clients always ask, “What’s the next step?” and the truth is, it depends on what you’re looking for. If you want a treatment that’s effective but doesn’t require a ton of downtime, this is it.

MOXI is a fractionated 1927nm laser that stimulates collagen, refines texture, and evens out skin tone. It’s the perfect middle ground—not as intense as a CO2 laser but still powerful enough to make real changes in your skin over time.

So, what does that mean for you?

If you have sun damage, melasma, or uneven texture, MOXI helps break it up and smooth it out.
If your skin just doesn’t feel as fresh as it used to, MOXI gives you that soft, radiant look again.
If you want a proactive way to slow down aging, this treatment keeps your skin in check before deeper wrinkles and damage start to set in.

It’s not the most comfortable treatment (we’ll be honest about that), but it’s quick, and you’ll just be a little pink for a day or two before your skin starts looking even better.

4. Microneedling: Your Skin’s Natural Repair System

Microneedling is one of those underrated, powerhouse treatments that clients don’t think about until they try it.

Here’s why:Your body naturally knows how to heal itself—microneedling just gives it the push it needs to create fresh, healthy skin. By creating micro-injuries in the skin, we trigger new collagen production, which means: Smoother texture, fewer fine lines, and firmer, healthier skin

Want to take it up a notch? We can add PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)—AKA liquid gold from your own blood—to boost healing and collagen production even more.

So, when do you see results?

Your skin will look brighter and fresher within a few days, but the real magic happens over the next 3-6 months as your skin builds new collagen.
The best part? No major downtime. You’ll be pink for about 24 hours, but most people just look like they got a little sun.

This treatment is perfect if you’re looking for something natural that works over time—it’s your skin, just better.

5. Water Intake & Sleep Hygiene: The Underrated Anti-Aging Tools

I know—that’s technically two things, but they go hand in hand!

Hydration: Your skin is the last organ to receive water from your body, meaning if you’re dehydrated, your skin shows it first. Drinking 4-6 glasses of water daily helps keep skin plump, radiant, and functioning properly.

Sleep: Sleep is when your body repairs and regenerates, producing growth hormones that rebuild collagen. Lack of sleep leads to dullness, fine lines, and dark circles. Aim for 7.5-9 hours of sleep per night for healthier skin and better overall well-being.

Putting It All Together

Aging is a multifaceted process, but with the right in-office treatments and at-home routine, you can slow down, prevent, and even reverse signs of aging for healthier, more radiant skin.