Medical Spa in San Francisco, CA
Aura Skin Spa Medical Corporation is a premier San Francisco medical spa located in the historic Jackson Square neighborhood adjacent to the heart of the city’s financial district. Aura Skin Spa’s state-of-the-art facility provides laser treatments for skin rejuvenation, skin tightening, laser-assisted liposuction and body contouring using the newest generation of lasers and energy devices available on the market. Aura Skin Spa also offers cosmetic injections using the industry’s leading facial fillers and neurotoxins.
The laser and energy device treatments we offer at our medical spa include: laser hair removal, Intense Pulsed Light™ (IPL), Fraxel® Skin Resurfacing, Clear & Brilliant®, Thermage®, Pelleve®, Laser Genesis, laser vein treatment, Smartlipo™, Velashape™, Vanquish®, Emsculpt® and Morpheus8®.
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Meet Anthony Waechter, MD
BOARD CERTIFIED PHYSICIAN
Dr. Anthony Waechter specializes in a full range of aesthetic medical services including: injectables, and dermal fillers, as well as the most sophisticated laser procedures encompassing: laser-assisted lipolysis, non-surgical skin tightening and laser skin resurfacing, facial fat transfer, photofacial, and laser vein treatments. He gives every patient personalized attention, and his expertise in anti-aging procedures ensures that patients are provided with advanced skin care solutions to treat their specific needs.
Dr. Waechter is a residency trained, board certified emergency medicine physician and he brings to his practice over 11 years of clinical experience. His diverse background and comprehensive aesthetic knowledge proves his commitment to patients embarking on a skin rejuvenation program. Under Dr. Waechter’s medical care, patients enhance the health of their skin and body, as well as achieve a more youthful appearance.
Morpheus8 Skin Rejuvenation
Morpheus8 is an innovative skin rejuvenation procedure that combines microneedling with fractional radio-frequency energy (RF) which stimulates collagen production by penetrating deep into the skin resulting in a more desired smooth, sleek and tightened appearance.
Offering Cherry Financing
At Aura Skin Spa, we offer Cherry financing to provide our patients the ability to get our services now and pay over time with a payment plan.
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Learn more about the Fraxel Dual device at Aura Skin Spa
Creating the micro-channels is only half the work. What goes inside them changes everything. 🧬
Microneedling alone is an incredible tool. It creates thousands of invisible pathways, triggering your body to produce fresh collagen. But to get truly transformative results, you have to feed those open pathways with the right biological instructions.
Enter BENEV Exosomes.
Think of exosomes as the ultimate “text messages” for your skin. They are packed with billions of growth factors and regenerative signals. When we apply them directly into the freshly treated tissue, they bypass the skin barrier completely.
Instead of just healing the micro-injuries, these exosomes actively command your older, sluggish cells to start behaving like young, healthy cells again.
The result of this combination?
🔹 Accelerated Healing: Drastically reduces the redness and downtime of standard microneedling.
🔹 Superior Collagen Boost: Maximizes skin tightening, elasticity, and firmness.
🔹 Refined Texture: Smooths out acne scars, enlarged pores, and uneven tone.
🔹 The Ultimate Glow: A deep, cellular radiance that topical serums simply cannot achieve.
Stop settling for surface-level treatments. Upgrade your biology.
Ready for the next level of skin regeneration?
Click the link in bio to book your Exosome Microneedling consultation.
#microneedling #exosomeskincare #exosomes
True skin tightening isn’t limited to your face. ✨
When we think of a “lift,” we usually think of the jawline or the brows. But skin laxity happens everywhere—and treating it shouldn’t always require an incision.
In this video, you can see the versatility of @sofwavemedical.
Because Sofwave uses Synchronous Ultrasound Parallel Beam (SUPERB) technology, we can safely target the collagen-rich mid-dermis (at exactly 1.5mm depth) on almost any part of the body.
Whether it is opening up tired eyes with a non-surgical brow lift, snatching a softening jawline, or tightening the notoriously difficult skin on the upper arms and neck, the biological response is the same:
🔥 A massive, natural boost in collagen and elastin production.
The best part? It protects the outer layer of your skin completely. You can treat your face or your body on your lunch break and return to your day in San Francisco with absolutely zero downtime.
Know someone looking for a natural lift?
Share this with them. ✈️🤍
#sofwave #skinlifting #skintightening
Clinical results don’t stop when you leave the treatment chair. ✨
At Aura Skin Spa, we believe that in-office procedures are only half the equation. The daily habits and formulations you use at home dictate how long your results will actually last.
That is why we have curated a comprehensive collection of the industry’s most respected, medical-grade skincare brands—including SkinCeuticals, Obagi, EltaMD, and iS Clinical—all available right here at our clinic.
In the spotlight today: Two heroes from iS Clinical.
🔹 NeckPerfect™ Complex: The ultimate “lift in a bottle.” The neck and décolleté age differently than the face, often showing laxity and “tech neck” lines first. This targeted botanical formula gently exfoliates while tightening, sculpting, and restoring firmness to this delicate area.
🔹 SHEALD™ Recovery Balm: A non-negotiable for post-procedure care. Whether you just had a Fraxel laser or Microneedling, this moisture-rich balm dramatically accelerates healing, prevents scarring, and soothes irritation by creating a protective environmental barrier.
Stop guessing at the beauty counter. Invest in formulations backed by clinical science.
Running low on your essentials?
Stop by our Jackson Square clinic to restock your favorites, or ask our medical team to build a custom home-care protocol tailored to your skin.
Knowing what peptides do is only half the equation. 🧬
With Peptide Therapy becoming the gold standard in regenerative medicine and weight management, the options can feel overwhelming. But true metabolic optimization isn’t about simply picking a vial off a list—it is about precision and safety.
At Aura Skin Spa, we don’t believe in guesswork. We practice the medical art of Peptide Stacking.
By evaluating your unique biology and lifestyle, our board-certified physicians design a bespoke protocol that combines the exact biological signals your body needs to burn fat, build muscle, or reverse cellular aging.
But more importantly, we prioritize your safety.
The wellness market is currently flooded with unregulated, research-grade chemicals. When you embark on a regenerative journey with us, you are guaranteed:
✔️ Therapies sourced from FDA-registered, U.S. laboratories.
✔️ Third-party testing for absolute purity, potency, and sterility.
✔️ Continuous clinical supervision to monitor your progress and adjust your dosing.
High-performance results require high-level medical care.
Ready to find the exact formula for your body?
Click the link in bio to book your comprehensive Peptide Consultation at our Jackson Square clinic.
#peptides #peptidetherapy
MEET OUR PHYSICIANS & STAFF: Shannyn de Blaauw, RN ✨
An Aesthetic Registered Nurse with nearly eight years of hands-on experience, Shannyn represents the perfect blend of artistry and medical precision.
Her approach to patient care is deeply personalized, prioritizing education, transparency, and safety.
While she considers every aspect of aesthetic wellness, her true passion lies in achieving natural-looking outcomes that enhance rather than alter your features.
Shannyn specializes in prevention, anti-aging, and restoration, masterfully utilizing a combination of:
Cosmetic Injectables: Including neuromodulators, dermal fillers, and biostimulators for subtle, structured enhancement.
Advanced Laser Therapies: To address skin concerns using evidence-based protocols.
Body Contouring: To help you reach your goals with refined technique and realistic expectations.
As a former Clinical Trainer, she expertly plans and executes every treatment with clarity, consistency, and the highest standards of clinical excellence.
Her goal is simple: helping you feel refreshed, confident, and authentically yourself.
Experience results-driven, personalized care.
Click the link in bio to schedule your consultation with Shannyn.
The secret to natural results? Using the right tool for the right job. ✨
We love traditional dermal fillers (like Juvéderm® and Restylane®). They are the absolute gold standard for restoring lost bone structure, defining the chin, or perfectly shaping the lips.
But here is the medical truth: You cannot use filler to fix loose skin.
Trying to add heavy volume to sagging tissue is exactly what creates an unnatural, “puffy” look. When the skin loses its elasticity, you don’t need more inflation—you need tension and regeneration.
At Aura Skin Spa, we fix skin laxity with a smarter layering approach:
First, we use bio-stimulators (like Sculptra and EzGel) to signal your body to grow its own fresh, thick collagen.
Then, we use the precise ultrasound energy of @sofwavemed to “shrink-wrap” that new collagen. It naturally lifts and tightens the brows, jawline, and neck without a single incision.
Fillers for structure. Sofwave for tightening. The result is a profile that is lifted, rested, and 100% you.
Ready to find your perfect facial balance?
Click the link in our bio to book your consultation at our Jackson Square clinic.
#ezgel #sculptra #sofwave
The ultimate goal of male aesthetics: Undetectable structure. 📐
When it comes to male facial balancing, the anatomical approach must be fundamentally different. Men don’t want to look “plumped” or overfilled; they want to look stronger, rested, and naturally defined.
In these stunning before-and-after photos, Dr. Ata utilized strategically placed dermal fillers to restore foundational support that is naturally lost over time.
As we age, the depletion of bone density and fat pads can create deep shadows and a tired appearance. Instead of just “filling lines,” Dr. Ata focuses on structural rejuvenation. By rebuilding the midface and softening deep creases, she restored his facial architecture while strictly preserving his masculine contours.
True artistry in male injectables is invisible to the untrained eye.
Ready to refresh your profile with precision?
Click the link in our bio to schedule your facial balancing consultation with Dr. Ata.
#filler #facialfillers #bayareamedspa
When it comes to skin laxity, gravity usually targets two main areas first: creating heavy, hooded eyebrows and softening the jawline. For years, achieving a true “lift” meant committing to invasive surgery and weeks of recovery.
Enter Sofwave™ @sofwavemedical
In this video, we are using advanced ultrasound technology to perform a comprehensive, non-surgical lift from the lower face all the way up to the brows. By delivering controlled heat precisely 1.5mm into the mid-dermis, we trigger a massive collagen-remodeling response.
Why it’s a game-changer for facial contouring:
1️⃣ The Brow Lift: Elevates the skin above the eyes, reducing hooding and creating a refreshed, wide-awake appearance.
2️⃣ The Jawline Snatch: Effectively “shrink-wraps” the lower face tissue to tighten jowls and redefine your profile.
3️⃣ Zero Downtime: A quick, 45-minute session that protects your skin’s surface, allowing you to return to your day immediately.
It is the ultimate volume-sparing treatment—lifting and tightening the skin envelope without melting the natural facial fat that keeps you looking youthful.
Ready to reverse gravity?
Click the link in bio to schedule your Sofwave consultation at our Jackson Square clinic.
#sofwave #sofwavemed #skintightening #skinlift
