Mounds View, MN Beauty and Salons

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Scott Jenkins channels his appearance-enhancing expertise into noninvasive treatments and aesthetic services. Under his guidance, a team of specialists aim advanced laser systems at unwanted hairs, rough complexions, and patches of cellulite, or they spread on a coat of skincare products by Vitality Institute, gloProfessional, Theraderm, and Lélexo to treat blemishes. Dr. Jenkins and his team also boost countenances with minimally invasive injections of Botox and Dysport, each designed to temporarily relax the facial muscles responsible for making frown lines and freezing eyebrows into constantly suspicious arches.

For Cindy Bobal, it's second nature to shoot a laser at someone. Since 1999, when she first learned to use the advanced technology, she has been enhancing bodies with lasers’ therapeutic beams. From Reveal Laser's office inside LifeSpan Clinic, she uses Sciton laser technology in photofacials that minimize signs of aging and sun damage, as well as in laser hair-removal treatments that minimize signs of humanness during infiltrations of dolphin beauty contests. She also harnesses Sciton’s skin-tightening device to promote collagen growth in areas such as the face, abdomen, and arms.

A vibrant lineup of nail-polish bottles sparkles against a backdrop of warm, red walls at Cute Nails, where talented nail techs are equipped with a rainbow of OPI colors. A row of massage chairs sets the scene at the pedicure station, where nail artists treat feet to a sudsy bath before trimming cuticles and painting toenails. Instead of baskets filled with burning leaves, teardrop-shaped light fixtures illuminate the manicure tables as techs enhance nails with no-chip polish, UV gel fills, or acrylic sets. The salon also welcomes kids to accompany their parents and get toes and fingers pampered at a discounted rate.

With a team of dentists, physicians, and aestheticians operating under one roof, V Kare tends to patients’ health and features with technology-based treatments. "Your smile is the key to how you present yourself to the world," says Dr. Zobaer, who leads a dental staff in administering family services as well as cosmetic dentistry for straightening up smiles. Physicians also pride themselves on patient care and well-being of clients. V Kare’s cosmetic suite includes injections of Botox, dermal fillers, spider vein treatment, laser liposuction, and skin tag and wart removal. The qualified staff also wields laser technologies for removing unwanted hair and minor scarring, in addition to sculpting svelte physiques.

Floor-to-ceiling windows let light shine in on Plaza Salon, where a team of independent stylists color hair, cut coiffures, and paint nails. In addition to all-over hair color, services include partial and full highlights, both of which accentuate existing color. Permanent wave treatments take straight strands to a curlier level, and mani-pedis improve the look of digits working with both natural nails and acrylics.