Diverse Aesthetics

Diverse Aesthetics is a med spa in Richmond, Virginia, at Emerywood Parkway in Suite 330-F. Clients come from Richmond and surrounding neighborhoods and suburbs. The clinic works by appointment only, and clients who need a same-day slot can request one by text. The business describes its clinic as welcoming and high-end, and it says it treats clients of all skin tones and facial features.

Injectables are the core of the menu. Neurotoxin treatments use Botox, Dysport or Xeomin, the last of which the business describes as a formulation without additives. A neurotoxin visit takes under 30 minutes. Results are usually noticeable within 5 to 7 days, reach full effect at about 14 days, and typically last 3 to 6 months. Hyaluronic acid dermal fillers are offered for the lips, cheeks, chin, jawline and nasolabial folds. Filler appointments run from about 30 minutes to 2 hours depending on the area, and results can last 6 to 24 months depending on the product. The business says its injectors are trained on all Fitzpatrick skin types. Pregnant or nursing clients are not eligible for filler or neurotoxin treatments.

Skin treatments include microneedling, which is aimed at fine lines, acne scars, enlarged pores, uneven tone, sun damage and stretch marks. It is usually done as a series of 3 to 6 sessions. Microneedling with PRP, also called the Vampire Facial, is offered as well. Chemical peels are customized from light superficial peels to deeper ones, and the ingredients and depth are chosen for each client's skin tone, texture and goals. Sessions take roughly 30 to 90 minutes. Light peels have minimal downtime, while medium and deeper peels need a longer recovery. The Perfect Derma Peel is a medium-depth option, marketed for multi-ethnic and melanin-rich skin tones, with peeling that starts around day 3 and finishes by day 7. The business recommends 2 to 4 maintenance peels a year. The VI Peel is also offered for uneven tone, discoloration, fine lines and texture. Professional-strength peels are used by certified professionals only and are not for at-home use.

Other services include vitamin injections with customized blends such as vitamin B12 and vitamin C, set after the practitioner reviews the client's needs and health history, with results that may build over several sessions. Professional teeth whitening takes under an hour with no downtime, and results may last from a few months to two years depending on oral care and diet. Lipo Dissolve is offered as a non-surgical fat-dissolving treatment. A complimentary virtual consultation and an in-person consultation are available, and an online tool shows possible results from one uploaded photo.

Memberships are grouped under The Lady in Red Collection. Pricing starts at $95 a month, applied toward neurotoxin treatments or skincare. ESSENTIAL is for lighter neurotoxin maintenance about every 4 months, up to 40 units. SIGNATURE includes a personalized treatment plan and one eligible enhancement per treatment. PREMIER includes Dysport Premium treatment with maintenance about every 3 or 4 months. Memberships carry a 6-month commitment and require medical screening and clinical eligibility. Core members receive 10% off skincare services and retail skincare products. A non-refundable $100 deposit reserves an appointment and is applied to the treatment. Payment plans are available through Cherry and Affirm.

Aims for natural, subtle results rather than overdone looks, with ingredients, depth and treatment choices set around each client's skin tone, features and goals.

The clinic is calm, upscale and welcoming.