Get ready to dazzle this season with our staff’s top-notch selections!

It’s time to sleigh the holiday season with the ultimate Holiday Glow-Up Gift Guide curated by our fabulous MAHV team. From skincare superheroes to beauty must-haves, our staff picks are here to sprinkle some joy and glam into your Holiday shopping list. We’ve handpicked the following treasure trove of beauty and wellness products just for you.

GALE: NYS Licensed Aesthetician, Laser Technician, Officer Manager

SkinMedica TNS Advanced Plus Serum. TNS has long been my favorite because it is THE BEST growth factor on the market! Tissue Nutrient Solution has a high concentration of growth factors and cytokines which repair the skin.

ALASTIN Restorative Neck Complex. I LOVE the Restorative Neck Complex because it includes TriHex Technology® to support the production of new, healthy elastin and collagen. Gotta keep the neck tight! I'm all about high tech skincare. It needs to work.

DEAN: Medical Director and Injector

Life Extension N-Acetyl-L-Cysteine. NAC has enormous benefits!

Brain Health. We need to keep the master control in order.
Boosts Immune Function by boosting glutathione.
Supports Lung Health.
NAC is good for your Heart. It helps lower oxidative stress.
Helps detox the liver and kidney.

Life Extension Glycine. Glycine is also a total winner! Because elevated oxidative stress (OxS) and mitochondrial dysfunction are identified as key contributors to aging, Glycine and N-acetylcysteine (GlyNAC) supplementation in older adults improves glutathione deficiency, oxidative stress, mitochondrial dysfunction, inflammation, insulin resistance, endothelial dysfunction, genotoxicity, muscle strength, and cognition. Here are some great reasons to add it to your supplements:

Glycine acts as a neurotransmitter in the central nervous system and it has many roles such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cryoprotective, and immunomodulatory in peripheral and nervous tissues.
Glycine stimulates the production of serotonin, the "feel-good" hormone that helps elevate mood, improve sleep, and enhance memory and thinking.

KIERRA: NYS Licensed Aesthetician, Medical Assistant and Client Care Coordinator

SkinBetter Science Intensive AlphaRet Overnight Cream. This is a retinol that works amazingly and evens out my skin tone and gives that "glassy skin" without irritation or downtime.
EltaMD Foaming Facial Cleanser. It gently cleanses my skin in a way that doesn't strip the skin's barrier. Leaves my skin supple, clean, and fresh.

AJA: NYS Licensed Aesthetician and Laser Technician

SkinCeuticals LHA Gel Cleanser. This is a great cleanser for my blemish prone skin. The acids in this cleanser gently decongest my pores without overdrying my skin.
EltaMD UV Clear 46 SPF. This lightweight sunscreen protects my skin and leaves it feeling dewy. The niacinamide helps reduce the discoloration leftover from the acne.

LAURA: NYS Licensed Aesthetician

SkinBetter Science AlphaRet Clearing Serum. This is the best serum for my acne prone skin. Salicylic acid combined with the alpharet technology delivers lactic acid and a retinoid for pore clarity, moisturizing and retexturizing properties.
SkinCeuticals Silymarin CF. Adding an antioxidant to your routine is crucial. This is an oil free Vitamin C serum that protects from environmental aggressors and 5% salicylic acid that prevents breakouts.

DALANEY: Client Services and Medical Assistant

SkinBetter Science Sunbetter Tone Smart Sunscreen Compact 68 SPF. The only thing better than applying sunscreen is remembering to reapply! SkinBetter’s on-the-go compact makes that easy and gives you a gorgeous bronze-y glow.
Skinmade Clean and Care Oil. I love a good double cleanse method at night! This gentle oil cleanser is the perfect first step to remove makeup and break down excess oils and dirt so when you get to your second cleanser you can actually address the skin.

NIKO: Operations Facilitator

RevitaLash RevitaBrow Advanced. My brows have never looked better. Amazing growth serum that has filled any sparse areas of my brows super quickly. Easy application, dries quickly, and doesn't leave me with stickiness or a visible cast.
PureCeuticals Plant Stem Cell and Kombuchka Creme. This creme is a great way to end the day. I use it in my nightly skincare routine, and it helps keep my skin hydrated, especially in the winter months. The caffeine from the coffee seed oil and black tea ferment also helps lighten my dark circles.

BUDDY: Client Services

Baby Foot Feet Peel. I'm feeling the stocking stuffer vibes of this lavender-scented wonder that eliminates dry, cracked skin like magic!
Bitchstix Lip Balm. The name says it all. 7 flavors, some vegan, some SPF 30. Bonus! They donate to organizations supporting survivors of domestic abuse.

All the dazzling products featured in our Holiday Glow-Up Gift Guide are available for purchase online and at our spa shop in Kingston, ensuring you can experience the magic both in the virtual realm and in-person at our enchanting location. And as always we’re here to help with any questions or needs you might have. Click here to contact us. Happy Holidays.

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MAHV Holiday Glow-Up Gift Guide