Since I've entered the realm of the financially reduced (otherwise known as downsized), I've been all about trying to find ways to save a little cash. While it's nice that my gainfully employed son occasionally picks up the tab, finding ways to knock back expenditures has become a mission.
Enter the local saving clubs, like Living Social and Groupon. These sites, while not offering a lot in the way of saving on necessities, do help when it comes to those little extras. I want to offer this example of a recent experience with Groupon...
I purchased 3 laser hair removal treatments using a Groupon deal from Juventas Aesthetic located at 325 E. Main Street in Newark. They offer a number of aesthetic treatments, from laser to botox and other fillers as well. My deal was for 3 treatments for $99. Yes, 99 bucks. I had a friend who did this when the process was first offered at a cost of, are you ready? $900. That kind of price take kept me plucking and waxing for years. When I saw this deal offered, I couldn't pass it up.
The office was a little hard to find at first (it's in the First Aid ER building next to the Co-op) on the second floor (Suite 204). The staff is friendly and efficient. I never had to wait long in the waiting room. The doctor does real medical procedures as well, so if you are expecting a spa-like experience, this isn't it. Laser treatments are actually produced by the staff, (The doctor does any sort of injection treatments though) who does a thorough job of explaining the procedure. (A side note; if you are considering this, the laser does NOT kill white or blonde hair, just darker hair.) It's quick and simple (about 5-10 minutes) but a warning...it does hurt. Not a lot, I'd classify it as moderately uncomfortable. I had my upper lip done, (the bane of my existence since I'm like, 10) and while it didn't hurt that area, I was surprised that it hurt my TEETH. The good news is that it is instantly temporary. As soon as the "zap" is done, so is the hurt. It did make my eyes water. The side effects can include some temporary redness, itching and possible peeling. I had none of that. None. I'd check the rear-view mirror on my way home and was pleased to see...NOTHING.
No red, no burn or itch, and best of all, no hair. No more plucking, no more waxing. I wish I had had an offer like this years ago, I would have avoided a lot of pain and some permanent skin damage.
I heard a rumor that another offer of some sort will be available in the Fall, so keep your eyes open. I am.
Here is a link to Juventas, if you want to check them out...
Juventas Aesthetic Center
On the same note, I did just see a very similar offer just today (jump quick) on Living Social if you are in the N. Wilmo area; here is your link.
Living Social Beauty Deal
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