Tru Essence Blog
Practical, easy-to-read guides from Tru Essence Cosmetic & Medical Spa in downtown Houston. Learn how popular treatments work, how to prepare, what recovery looks like and how to care for your skin between visits. Have a question we have not covered yet? Send it to us.
September 27, 2026
Botox vs. Dermal Fillers: How to Choose the Right Injectable
Botox relaxes the muscles that cause expression lines; fillers restore lost volume. Learn how each works, how long results last and how to choose.
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Your First Med Spa Consultation: What to Expect and What to Ask
Planning your first med spa visit? See how a consultation works, what to bring, the questions to ask and how a personalized treatment plan is built.
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Chemical Peels: Types, Benefits, Recovery and Aftercare
Superficial, medium or deep? Learn what chemical peels treat, how many sessions you may need, what peeling looks like day by day and how to care for your skin.
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Microdermabrasion vs. Dermaplaning: Which Exfoliating Facial Fits Your Skin?
Both treatments exfoliate, but they work differently. Compare microdermabrasion and dermaplaning by skin type, results, downtime and how often to book.
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PRP for Hair Loss: How Platelet-Rich Plasma Hair Restoration Works
Platelet-rich plasma uses your own blood to support thinning hair. Learn who is a good candidate, how sessions work, when results appear and maintenance.
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CoolSculpting vs. Kybella: A Guide to Non-Surgical Fat Reduction
Stubborn fat that won’t budge with diet and exercise? Compare CoolSculpting and Kybella: how they work, treatment areas, sessions, downtime and results.
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Microneedling With SkinPen: Benefits, Downtime and Aftercare
Microneedling triggers your skin’s own repair process to improve texture, acne scars and fine lines. See what a SkinPen session involves and how to recover.
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Sclerotherapy for Spider Veins: What to Know Before Treatment
Sclerotherapy is a proven, minimally invasive way to fade spider and small varicose veins. Learn how it works, who qualifies, recovery and results.
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A Men’s Guide to Med Spa Treatments: Skin, Hair and Body
More men are booking med spa treatments. Here are the most popular options for men’s skin, hair and body, plus how to get natural, low-downtime results.
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Laser Hair Removal: Preparation, Number of Sessions and Results
Thinking about laser hair removal? Learn how it works, why multiple sessions are needed, how to prepare, what it feels like and how to care for your skin.
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Lip Fillers: How to Get Natural-Looking Results
Natural lip filler results come from good planning. Learn how hyaluronic acid lip fillers work, what to expect, swelling and aftercare, and how long they last.
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Skin Care in Houston’s Heat and Humidity: A Year-Round Routine
Humidity, strong sun and air conditioning all affect your skin. Build a simple Houston skin care routine for oil, breakouts and daily sun protection.
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