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Healthy & Beautiful New You!

ABOUT FACE AESTHESTIC CENTERS

What do you want?

Would you like to look more youthful and invigorated?
Are you dealing with neck, back, jaw or joint pan?

Great Patient Care

Genuine care and comfort to male and female patients through education, medicine and support.

Dr. Pickens is a board-certified (ABEM) specialist recognized as a leading physician in the field of cosmetic medicine.

Non Surgical Butt Lift

Our innovative new service!
No longer is surgery required to obtain the rounded curvature of a shapely derriere.

Lighten dark spots, alleviate joint pain, stimulate hair growth, eliminate tooth grinding, smooth cellulite and reduce stretch marks and aging eyes.

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What exactly is an Aesthetic Center??

Imagine a space where the precision of medical science meets the serene environment of a spa. That’s an Aesthetic Center, a unique hybrid that blends the expertise of a traditional doctor’s office with the relaxing ambiance of a spa. At these centers, you’ll find licensed physicians or other qualified providers, ensuring professional care. Typically, services are self-pay, allowing you the flexibility to choose treatments that best suit your needs and preferences.

Vampire
Breastlift

Total Facial
Rejuvenation
Protocol

Who is the ideal candidate for these services?

You’re a perfect candidate for our services if you’ve explored various acne treatments without success, or if visible lines and sagging skin don’t reflect how young you feel inside.

Additionally, if you’re dealing with uneven skin tone, our tailored services are designed just for you, promising a personalized approach to enhancing your natural beauty.

About Face Programs

That’s an Aesthetic Center, a unique hybrid that blends the expertise of a traditional doctor’s office with the relaxing ambiance of a spa.

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Acne Protocol

Acne is the most common skin condition in the U.S.

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Hyper Pigmentation Protocol

Prior sun exposure, acne or other sources of inflammation can cause dark spots on face, chest, hands or other areas. For those who have tried everything there is a proven system for correction and maintenance.

Hand Rejuvenation

After concentrating on the face and body, don’t forget to keep the hands in line with other rejuvenation efforts. Our hands may look older than we would like if the skin becomes thin and there is loss of fat tissue, collagen and show dark spots.

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Body Contouring

For those seeking to gain a measurable reduction in fat layers, circumference and the appearance of cellulite who prefer an alternative to surgery, the VelaShape procedure is non- surgical, involves no downtime and is virtually painless.

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Total Facial Rejuvenation Protocol

Many individuals are seeking a non-surgical alternative to rejuvenation to restore a healthier appearance. Common concerns are sun damage, broken capillaries, sagging and wrinkles with a dull complexion

About Face Services

We offer a wide range of services designed to enhance your appearance and overall well-being. From skincare to wellness treatments, our goal is to help you feel confident and refreshed.

Injectables

Whether it be to smooth your wrinkles, soften those smile lines or remove the chin fat we are your one stop to help.

Aesthetic Services

If clear skin is your goal, entrust yours to tried and true technology or natural methods in the hands of skilled, experienced professionals.

PRP Services

Dr. Pickens is licensed and certified in the use of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to enhance beauty, stimulate hair growth, and decrease musculoskeletal pain, naturally.

Laser Treatments

Radiofrequency is used safely on all skin types for color correction, skin tightening and smoothing irregular texture.

Sexual Health

There are many scientific journal studies documenting the benefits of PRP for sexual health in men and women.

Dr. Leslie Pickens

Specializes in Cosmetic and Cellular Medicine

About Face Aesthetic Centers, located in Alexandria, VA is owned by Dr. Leslie Pickens, who specializes in Cosmetic and Cellular Medicine. Dr. Pickens uses cutting edge scientific and advanced artistic approaches to give her patients proven non-surgical solutions to uneven skin tone, scars, acne, damaged and aging skin.

For over a decade she has incorporated advanced techniques for administration of Botox ® and dermal fillers such as Restylane®, Juvederm™, Radiesse® and Belotero®. She incorporates non-cosmetic uses for Botox for the treatment of migraines, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction and excessive sweating.

She was one of the first to offer the first medically cleared medical device for body shaping and cellulite reduction, VelaShape. She is very excited about being one of the first physicians in Alexandria to incorporate cellular medicine for skin rejuvenation. She has successfully resolved or reduced joint pain using platelet rich plasma (PRP) instead of medications or surgery and is now treating thinning hair and baldness with similar results.

12+

Years in the business

Frequently Asked Questions

Surgical procedure generally imply removal via incision or a suction device. There is usually conscious or full sedation administered. This can be done at a Medspa, surgicenter or hospital operating room. Non-surgical procedures are done without incisions or suction devices to remove or insert tissue. Treatments at Medspas often include non-medical treatments such as facials, microdermabrasion, dermaplaning, chemical peels and skin care.

It’s not just about appearance, we focus on health, well being and pain management.

You are a candidate for our services if you have tried treatments for acne but have found nothing works successfully, you have lines or sagging that makes you look older than you feel. You are a candidate if you have uneven skin tone.

Dr. Pickens uses the post potent anesthetic cream available on the market to make the procedures more comfortable. Many are pleasantly surprised to discover how little pain they experience. There may be temporary bruising and swelling with the injections and redness with the radiofrequency based treatment.

There is a huge demand for restoration of a more relaxed, youthful appearance and enhancement of beauty without surgery or extensive downtime. Men and women are seeing celebrities on television or social media who have had procedures and are setting new standards and goals for beauty. They are also subtly giving approval for subtle and natural-appearing enhancements to accentuate and even improve upon their biological features.

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What Our Patients Say

More than 250 five-star reviews on Google

Pleasant office visit, very reasonable pricing.

I. Smith

Dr. Pickens is a wonderful doctor, ever since I met her at the advance urgent care clinic, she has been making me look younger and healthy. The office is staffed with wonderful, knowledgeable associates, and they are super friendly. All cosmetic procedures that Dr. Pickens performs, ALWAYS reveal a younger and beautiful new me. I have been seeing her since 2004 and I wouldn’t go anywhere else.

J. Pastore

I had my first appointment at About Face to receive Dysport and Radiesse. Dr. Pickens took the time to explain the procedure, benefits and costs. It was absolutely worth it! I am thrilled with my refreshed look and I’ve received numerous compliments. As a patient who’s received these treatments elsewhere, I can also attest to Dr. Pickens’s artistry. She and her staff are top notch!

Maura Rudy

Very professional staff, and knowledgeable Doctor!

M. Williams

I have suffered from migraines since I was 7 years old. I have tried different medications and diets but I had the same results with everything that I tried. I did not see any improvement. I went to the urgent care after having a terrible migraine for a few days and met Dr. Pickens, who told me about Botox® treatments for migraines. At first I didn’t believe it but I was willing to try it. I made an appointment and had my first treatment. By the next day I was feeling better. I did not have to take my pain medication.

Y.F.

I have been pleasantly surprised with the results from my Botox treatments. Not only are the deep frown lines better but my chronic headaches are almost gone. I look forward to an ongoing improvement in the quality of my life. Thank you Dr. Pickens

N.S.

I have finally found a team of professionals who takes an integrative approach to skin care. Dr. Pickens and her team listened to my concerns and laid out a tailored program for me that includes not only botox and fillers but also a series of facials and a take-home skin care regime to keep up the results. And, the results speak for themselves: I have never had so many compliments on my skin and everyone keeps asking what my secret is!

Melissa E.

I can’t believe how painless the laser hair removal is — even for my underarms.

M.J.

Skeptical is my middle name. Dr. Pickens injected Juvederm XC and immediately I looked five years younger in seconds. I highly recommend Dr. Pickens for all your aesthetic needs.

Annie

I developed severe Bursitis in my right shoulder which interfered with my sleep and daily activities. I had TWO PRP INJECTIONS about 4 weeks apart. This seemed to cure immediately (1st week) then about 50% pain reoccurred. Finally, over the next 5 weeks, 90% of the pain has resolved. I am cured by most standards and I cannot thank Dr. Pickens enough for introducing me to this miracle cure.

Augustus Hill MD

Ever since using Botox and Juvederm filler, strangers have asked me if I model or used to model. I laugh politely and smile, replying, ‘No…but thanks!’ One man even said he thought my face was ‘beautifully sculptured!’ I can thank Dr. Pickens for that!

Lynne Porter, Bowie

This is a Medical Spa that provides optimal healthcare and simultaneously creates a calm and nurturing environment. I am so thankful to have found Dr. Pickens and will certainly be a repeat client.

P. Miller

Delighted to age gracefully (and prolong a more youthful complexion) with expertise from Dr. Pickens!

K. Ondayko

Dr. Pickens was very down to earth. I felt so comfortable and she was so honest yet kind. Dawn was also very helpful and resourceful. I will surely go to ABOUT FACE for future filler needs.

J. Baraka
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