Nestled on the quiet side street of Alexander Ave. in Belmont Center, L’Essentiel is a true Belmont treasure.  The unique garden path setting and private entrance discretely welcomes its guests, while the personalized and technology-based aesthetic approach to skin health is redefining skin care.  

L’Essentiel is a results-driven, comprehensive technology-based aesthetics practice, designed to address the total health and welfare of the skin.  Innovative and knowledgeable, Susanna is frequently sought out for her cutting edge treatments for skin health, from hair removal to acne and anti-aging.

The essence of L’Essentiel is caring and making a difference in others’ lives.  Whether you choose Electrolysis, Laser, or an Advanced Skin Therapy, your session begins with a private consultation and analysis where we will take the time to personalize your needs.  We believe each and every treatment should be individualized and conclude with your complete comfort and satisfaction.

Susanna Barmakian is a Registered Electrologist and Medical Esthetician.  She is a graduate of the Electrology Institute of New England, the Esthetics Institute of New England, and holds advanced certifications from The International Dermal Institute, DermaMed International, Palomar Medical and Cynosure of Massachusetts.  In addition to having worked with a respected Cosmetic Dermatologist, Susanna is an active guest speaker at EINE for esthetic education, and has been featured on Boston’s WCVB TV Chronicle and in the Boston Globe.  She regularly incorporates her passion for music, gardening and fine art photography into L’Essentiel.

L’Essentiel is overseen by Medical Director Vatche Seraderian.  While serving as Medical Director, Dr. Seraderian is independent in his individual practices; Belmont Dental Esthetics and Advanced Laser and Medical Esthetics, conveniently adjacent to L’Essentiel.  Dr. Seraderian serves as the Medical Director for clinical aesthetic  treatments and performs all medical procedures.  

WHY SKIN AGES

Our skin is our largest organ. Its top layers act as a protective barrier for the body, keeping harmful disease and pollutants out and essential fluids in. At the deepest layer, new cells are formed that migrate up to the skin’s surface. They are eventually exfoliated or slough off. This process is called Cellular Turnover. As we age cellular turnover slows down and the process takes longer. Over time, skin accumulates damage from multiple factors - most of the damage comes from the sun's UV rays - sun exposure, hormonal changes, trauma, pollution, smoking and more. Aging skin becomes lax, discolored, dry, rough, and wrinkled while all cellular turnover slows.

Fortunately, transforming aging skin function is possible. With proper nutrients, essential skin care and specific systems you can transform your skin with the following treatments so that it looks and acts younger and healthier.

• The Essential Ultrasonic
• Rejuvenation Hydrating Oxygen Infusion
• Opulence Brightening Oxygen Infusion
• Rejuvenation Anti-aging Infusion
• The Ultimate Infusion – Susanna’s Signature (A Red Carpet Must!)
• Muscle Lift and Restoration; Facial Sculpting
• RejuveLux™ PhotoFacial
• RejuveLux™ PhotoFacial
• Dermabrasion – Physician Grade
  - PhotoDermabrasion
  - Dermaphoresis
  - DermaQuench

CHEMCIAL PEELS

Chemical peeling has emerged as an exciting and effective anti-aging procedure.  Peels are used to treat fine lines and wrinkles caused by sun damage, aging and hereditary factors.  Mild scarring and certain types of acne may be treated with chemical peels.  Sun spots, age spots, freckles, blotchiness due to taking birth control pills, and skin that is dull in texture and color may also be improved – and today the results of chemical peels may be enhanced by laser and light-based rejuvenation treatments.  Our acid solutions are tested by a certified compounding professional to assure the highest quality and reliability

• Beta Lift Peel
• Jessner’s Peel
• PhotoMedex Lactic or Glycolic Peel
• Derma Peel
• Precision Peel

HAIR REMOVAL

• Electrolysis
• Laser Hair Removal

LASER ANTI-AGING

The Affirm with Multiplex technology is a breakthrough cosmetic laser proven to effectively treat wrinkles, skin laxity, sun-damaged skin, and scarring (acne and post-surgery). The laser is proven to stimulate collagen production, making your skin appear more supple and full, and an overall visible improvement in skin texture is achieved. The Affirm stimulates collagen production and promotes tissue tightening through tissue coagulation within the dermis. It does this by creating micro thermal zones, and delivers a wavelength of energy to and between those micro thermal zones. This advanced combination allows you to not only stimulate new collagen, but also create collagen remodeling.

ENHANCEMENTS

• Eyelash Extensions 
• Cosmetic Injectibles (ALME Center)
• Botox Cosmetic®
• Restylane
• Perlane
• Juvederm
• Radiesse

JANE IREDALE MINERAL COSMETICS 

The most beautiful cosmetic you can wear is a healthy skin.  Known as “The Skin Care Makeup,” the Jane Iredale line is so safe and beneficial to use that it is recommended by Plastic Surgeons and Dermatologists throughout the world. 

HOME CARE PRODUCTS

Susanna and Dr. Seraderian are partners their commitment to healthy and beautiful skin.  Through this partnership, L’Essentiel offers the following home care, exclusively physician dispensed skin care products below, bringing you the highest quality of pharmaceutical-grade ingredients and always 100% satisfaction guaranteed.

Replenix

Replenix cleansers, intensive eye lightning serums, retinol smoothing serums, and appearance enhancement treatments for facial firming and dermal restructuring are all available for home care.

Neova

Neova cleansers, eye therapies, rosacea calming serums, and appearance enhancement treatments for facial firming, skin lightening, hydration and sun protection are all available for home care.

Sunscreens

Elta MD:  Elta sunscreens offer long-lasting coverage, superior hydration and post-treatment protection.  Elta is sensitivity-free, non-comedogenic, fragrance-free and preservative free.