Defy Aesthetic
Med spa in Bethesda, MD
Defy Aesthetic is a woman-owned and operated med spa on East-West Highway in Bethesda. According to the salon, it is a top rated med spa, and its Google reviews average 5.0 from 166 reviews. The practice says its focus is helping clients reach their best skin.
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Defy Aesthetic is a woman-owned and operated med spa on East-West Highway in Bethesda. According to the salon, it is a top rated med spa, and its Google reviews average 5.0 from 166 reviews. The practice says its focus is helping clients reach their best skin.
Injectable services include Botox and Dysport at $14.50 per unit, used for expression lines, fine lines on the forehead and around the eyes, and a subtle lift of the brows or lips. Results begin to show about 3 to 5 days after treatment and last about 3 to 4 months, with maintenance visits. Dermal filler is a hyaluronic acid gel used to contour, lift and soften features; the practice uses Juvederm and Restylane products, and results last 6 to 12 months. Sculptra, priced at $900 per vial, is an injectable that encourages the body's own collagen, with results building over a few months.
The Collagen Boosters menu covers chemical peels from $250 to $400, microneedling at $400 per session or $650 with PRP, microinfusion at $500, BBL Photofacial Face at $600, Moxi Face laser treatment at $700, and PRP at $600 for hair restoration. Microinfusion places a custom blend of vitamins, Botox and filler into the first layer of skin. The practice suggests series of treatments for acne scars and texture concerns, and periodic sessions for preventative anti-aging.
Facial options include HydraFacial at $240 for members and $265 for non-members, plus a 20-minute Express HydraFacial at $165. Customized Defy Facials are tailored to specific skin concerns and are offered for 50 minutes at $180 or 80 minutes at $285. Dermaplaning is $150 on its own or $50 when added to a facial. Lash Lift and Tint, at $125, curls and tints natural lashes over about 90 minutes and typically lasts 6 to 8 weeks. Monthly and annual memberships are available, with the monthly plan at $140 and the annual plan at $250.
Clients are asked to avoid alcohol for at least 48 hours before injections and to skip laser, chemical peel, microneedling or microdermabrasion for at least 10 days afterward. Makeup-free arrival is requested, and makeup is removed on arrival if needed. The shop sells its own skincare for use after treatments, formulated without sulfates, parabens, artificial dyes or fragrances.
The practice tailors skincare to enhance each client's existing features and treats skincare as something clients should enjoy.
The aim is a relaxed setting rather than a clinical one, with treatments that leave skin looking glowing.
Specials & promotions
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Monthly facial membership
$140
Listed as sold out
On their website as of Oct 28, 2026 · Where we saw it
Services
Final prices may vary.
Dermal filler using hyaluronic acid gel to contour, lift and soften facial features, using Juvederm and Restylane products.
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Dermal Filler $650
Medical-grade treatments including chemical peels, microneedling, BBL Photofacial, microinfusion, PRP, Moxi Face and Sculptra, with dermaplaning also offered in this group.
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Chemical Peel $250
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Microneedling $400
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Microinfusion $500
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BBL Photofacial Face $600
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PRP $600
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Moxi Face $700
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Sculptra $900
Deep-cleansing and moisturizing facials, including dermaplaning and customized facials tailored to specific skin concerns.
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Dermaplaning $150
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Customized Defy Facial $180
A non-invasive facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities and infuses serums chosen for each client's needs, with a shorter Express version.
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HydraFacial $240
Vitamin B shot and anti-aging LED red light therapy, which can be added to a treatment or booked on their own.
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Vitamin b shot $45–$55
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Vitamin B Shot add-on $45
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Anti-aging light therapy $65
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Anti-aging Light Therapy add-on $65
Monthly Facial Membership and Defy Annual Membership, the latter with year-round savings and access to special offers.
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Defy Annual Membership Price at booking
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Monthly Facial Membership Price at booking
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Botox and Dysport $14.50
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Lash Lift and Tint $125
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Botox & Dysport $14.50/unit
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Lash Lift & Tint $125
Photos
Meet the team
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Chana Van Horn Aesthetician
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Jennifer Garcia
Aesthetician
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Jenny Kehoe
Nurse Practitioner
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Katharine Kuhnsman
Nurse Practitioner, Owner
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Margaret Tatusko
Aesthetician
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Mary Claire Sheridan
Nurse Practitioner
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Renee Maloney
Nurse Practitioner
Team members listed on their website. Individual roles, credentials, and current employment have not been independently verified.defyaesthetic.com (opens in a new tab)
- Highlights
- Juvederm and Restylane fillers and Botox and Dysport injectables priced per unit or per syringe
- Microneedling with a vibrating pen fitted with 36 fine needles, with PRP as an option
- HydraFacial with no downtime, with member pricing on the membership plans
- In-house skincare line with a range of serums, retinol options and sunscreens, free of sulfates, parabens, artificial dyes and fragrances
- Retinol serums graded by skin experience, from a gentle formula for sensitive skin or beginners to an advanced formula
- Online booking for new clients, or an in-office appointment request form
- Good for
- Clients interested in injectables
- Anti-aging and collagen-focused treatments
- Sensitive skin or those new to retinol
- Regular facial routines through memberships
- Lash lift and tint clients
- Clients who want a relaxed, non-clinical setting
- Treats
- Expression lines
- Fine lines
- Lip and brow contouring
- Volume and softness
- Acne scars
- Skin texture
- Hyperpigmentation and brown spots
- Redness and broken capillaries
- Acne
- Hair restoration
- Techniques
- Botox
- Dysport
- Dermal filler
- Hyaluronic acid gel
- Sculptra
- Chemical peels
- Microneedling
- PRP
- Microinfusion
- BBL Photofacial
Products & treatments
- Defy Aesthetic skincare line
- Daily Dose Vitamin C, E and Ferulic Serum
- Night 01 Gentle Retinol Serum
- Night 02 Retinol Serum
- Night 03 Advanced Retinol Serum
- Juvederm
- Restylane
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