The Summer Glow Guide: Best Treatments When You Have Zero Downtime

Summer is full. County fairs, lake days, family reunions, weddings, baseball games — Iowa summers don't slow down. And neither do you. But that doesn't mean your skincare has to take a back seat from June through August. At SkinRx, we have a full menu of treatments that deliver real, visible results with little to no downtime — so you can look your best all summer without missing a beat.

What "No Downtime" Actually Means

When we say no downtime, we mean treatments where you can return to your normal activities — work, errands, social plans — immediately or within 24 hours. No hiding, no peeling, no "I need a week before anyone sees me." Just better skin.

Here are the best SkinRx treatments to do all summer long.

Emface — Your Summer Facelift Alternative

Emface is one of the most popular no-downtime treatments we offer. It uses radiofrequency and HIFES muscle stimulation to lift and tone the face — no needles, no recovery, just a naturally refreshed appearance. Sessions take about 20 minutes per area, and you can go straight to lunch, work, or your kid's baseball game right after.

Most patients do a series of 4 sessions — which fits perfectly into a summer schedule. Start in June and you'll be seeing beautiful lifting results by August.

PRX — The No-Peel Peel

Love the idea of a chemical peel but hate the idea of peeling in public? PRX is your answer. It's a bio-revitalizing treatment that stimulates collagen and tightens skin with no needles and no visible peeling — the results are real, but no one needs to know you just had a treatment. You can go back to your normal routine the same day, fully made up if you want.

PRX is ideal for anyone wanting a refreshed, glowing complexion throughout the summer. A series of 4 sessions ($1,200) spaced 7 days apart is our recommendation — or come in for a single session ($350) whenever you want a glow-up.

Dysport, Xeomin & Letybo — Quick, No Recovery

Neurotoxin treatments have essentially zero downtime. You come in, we treat your forehead lines, frown lines, or crow's feet, and you leave looking exactly the same — with the improvement unfolding over the next 3–7 days. There's no bruising for most patients, no swelling, no need to cancel plans.

Summer is actually a great time for injectables — you're naturally more confident and out in the world, and looking refreshed is even more rewarding. We offer Dysport ($5/unit), Xeomin ($12/unit), and Letybo — Korea's #1 neuromodulator, known for its especially fast onset.

Dermaplaning — Instant Glow, No Downtime

If you want a treatment that delivers immediate, visible results with absolutely zero downtime, dermaplaning is it. We gently remove the top layer of dead skin and peach fuzz with a sterile blade — the whole thing takes about 30 minutes — and you walk out with skin that looks and feels noticeably smoother, more radiant, and more even. Makeup applies like silk. Skincare absorbs better. And no, your peach fuzz does not grow back thicker. That's a myth.

Dermaplaning is available as a standalone treatment or as an add-on ($50) to any chemical peel.

Lip Filler — Weekend-Ready

Lip filler has minimal downtime for most patients — some mild swelling for 24–48 hours, which typically looks like fuller lips more than anything else. Many patients schedule their lip filler appointment on a Thursday or Friday and are fully settled and stunning by the weekend. Using Revanesse Versa, our providers create natural, beautiful results starting at $700.

Book Your Summer Glow

All of these treatments are available online at burdsskinrx.com — book anytime at our Peosta or Dyersville, Iowa locations. Not sure which summer treatment is right for you? Start with a $75 skin consultation and let our team build a plan around your summer schedule. You deserve to feel amazing all season long.