Rejuvenation
& Lifting

Skin changes with age — and not always in a straight line. There are moments when the shifts feel sudden: a change in tone, a loss of firmness, a texture that wasn't there before. Not every concern requires the same solution, which is why we organize our approach into two distinct categories.

Skin Renewal & Rejuvenation

For skin quality, tone, texture, and cellular health

Collagen begins declining at roughly 1% per year starting in your mid-20s. Sun exposure, hormonal shifts, and inflammation accelerate the process. This category of treatment works at the level of the skin itself — stimulating the body's own repair processes, resurfacing damaged tissue, and building a healthier foundation over time. Treatments such as Alma Hybrid™, DiamondGlow®, CO2 Carboxy Therapy, and PDRN & PRP are selected based on your specific skin concerns and goals.

Skin Tightening & Structural Support

For laxity, tissue remodeling, and jawline definition

What most people experience as sagging skin or a softening jawline isn't primarily a skin problem — it's a structural one. The bony scaffold underlying the face gradually remodels over time, fat pads descend, and skin loses its foundation. This category of treatment works beneath the surface to remodel tissue and restore firmness where the face has begun to soften. Treatments such as Morpheus8, Ultherapy, and NovaThreads are selected based on your specific structural concerns and goals.

  • Renewal & Rejuvenation: Alma Hybrid Fractional CO₂

    Experience the next generation of laser skin resurfacing. The Alma Hybrid™ combines two laser wavelengths to treat wrinkles, sun damage, and scars in a single session. Get the dramatic, clear-skin results you want with significantly less downtime than traditional CO2 lasers. [Learn more about Alma Hybrid]

  • Renewal & Rejuvenation: Eclipse MicroPen® (Microneedling) & PRP

    The ultimate scar revision and resurfacing treatment for deep skin correction. By combining the medical-grade Eclipse MicroPen® with the healing power of PRP 'Liquid Gold,' we target stubborn acne scars and large pores at the source to naturally restore your skin’s smooth, youthful texture. [Learn more about Eclipse MicroPen]

  • Renewal & Rejuvenation: PRP & PDRN

    Experience the future of cellular healing in Torrance. We combine PRP (Platelet-Rich Plasma)—your own "Liquid Gold" growth factors—with PDRN (Salmon Sperm DNA) to flip the switch on deep skin repair. Whether you are targeting stubborn acne scars, under-eye hollowing, or overall skin laxity, this bio-stimulating duo rebuilds your skin from the inside out for a natural, lasting glow. [Learn more about PRP & PDRN]

  • Tightening & Structural Support: Morpheus8

    Deep skin remodeling that combines radiofrequency and micro-pins (microneedling). Targets deep layers to tighten loose tissue and contour fat on the face and body. [Learn more about Morpheus8]

  • Renewal & Rejuvenation: Chemical Peels

    From a gentle botanical refresh to a total skin 'reset,' we offer painless, medical-grade peels safe for all skin tones. Whether you choose the zero-downtime Epionce Sal-e & Mal-e system or the transformative VI Peel, our treatments expertly target pigmentation, acne, and texture for a clearer, more radiant complexion. [Learn more about different chemical peels]

  • Renewal & Rejuvenation: DiamondGlow

    Sometimes called Dermalinfusion, is a next-level resurfacing facial that exfoliates, extracts, and infuses for an instant glow. [Learn more about DiamondGlow]

  • Renewal & Rejuvenation: CO2 Carboxy Therapy

    CO2 Caraboxy is a non-invasive, needle-free skin rejuvenation treatment that boosts skin metabolism and enhances the results of dermatological procedures for both face and body. [Learn more about CO2 Carboxy]

  • Tightening & Structural Support: NovaThreads

    Instant lifting and suspension using absorbable threads. Physically elevates sagging tissue in the cheeks and jowls while stimulating natural collagen production. [Learn more about NovaThreads]

  • Tightening & Structural Support: Ultherapy

    The gold standard for non-invasive lifting. Uses ultrasound energy to stimulate deep collagen, lifting and tightening the neck, chin, and brow with zero downtime. [Learn more about Ultherapy]

Treatment Best Used For Downtime Results Price Boosters
ALMA HYBRID™The Texture Reset
Deep Scars, Advanced Wrinkles & Total Skin Resurfacing
3–7 Days 12+ Months $$$$ PDRN
MORPHEUS8The Resurfacer
Skin Tightening, Jawline Contouring & Deep Texture
1–3 Days 12+ Months $$$ PRP / PDRN
ULTHERAPY®The Deep Lifter
Non-Surgical Brow, Neck, & Under-Chin Lifting
None 1–2 Years $$$$ N/A
MICRONEEDLINGThe Collagen Inducer
Minor Texture Issues, Fine Lines & Large Pores
24–48 HR 6+ Months $$ PRP / PDRN
NOVATHREADSThe Instant Lift
Immediate Lifting for Sagging Cheeks & Jowls
2–5 Days 6–12 Months $$$ PDRN
CHEMICAL PEELSThe Fresh Start
Active Acne, Sun Damage & Surface Brightening
3–7 Days 1–3 Months $ POST-CARE
DIAMONDGLOW®The Radiance Reveal
Deep Pore Cleansing, Exfoliation & Instant Glow
None 4–6 Weeks $$ PDRN
CO2 CARPBOXYThe Radiance Reveal
Boosts Skin Metabolism
None 4 Weeks $$ N/A

Clinical Roadmap to Timeless Skin

Long-term results come from consistency. In-office treatments create change; daily home care preserves it. To maintain a balanced, refreshed appearance:

  • Annually: Microneedling series (Winter/Spring) to support collagen.

  • 2–3x Per Year: Neurotoxin treatments to soften lines while preserving natural movement.

  • 1–2x Per Year: Filler as needed for subtle volume and contour support.

  • Long-Term: When texture and laxity progress, full-face CO₂ resurfacing can serve as a comprehensive skin reset.

- Bonnie Colello, RN

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Alma Hybrid CO₂

Alma Hybrid CO₂ Treatment is a structured resurfacing treatment designed for meaningful skin renewal. It is best suited for patients who want visible improvement, understand that recovery is involved, and prefer results that continue to improve over time. Schedule a consultation to determine whether Alma Hybrid CO₂ is appropriate for your skin goals.

Alma Hybrid CO2 Laser Treatment, South Bay Med Spa, Torrance

Miconeedling Treatment

In this video, our client receives a medical-grade microneedling treatment with the Eclipse MicroPen®. This advanced device creates thousands of precise micro-channels in the skin, stimulating the body’s natural collagen and elastin production. You’ll see how the treatment is performed with careful technique and attention to comfort.

Microneedling helps improve skin texture, soften fine lines, minimize pores, and support overall skin rejuvenation. When combined with PRP, the skin’s healing response is further enhanced using your body’s own natural growth factors.

Microneedling Treatment, South Bay Med Spa, Torrance

Morpheus8 Face Tightening

Morpheus8 has become one of the most requested treatments at South Bay Med Spa for a reason. By combining microneedling with radiofrequency energy, it targets deep tissue remodeling to address skin laxity at the source.

In this video, we break down how the treatment works to tighten the jowls, define the jawline, and firm the neck. Morpheus8 stimulates your body’s own collagen production, supporting long-lasting, natural-looking rejuvenation.

Skin tightening with Morpheus8 Face Treatment, South Bay Med Spa, Torrance

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"Bonnie is the best!"

"I had a facial treatment (Morpheus8) done last week by Bonnie. She is the best! She was very professional, cordial, and truly wants her patients to get the best results possible. She is awesome! I highly recommend!"


— Naomi H. February 2024
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