Moxi Laser and BBL in Oak Lawn, IL
Laser and light for even tone.
The Moxi laser treats tone and texture. BBL, or BroadBand Light, treats brown spots and redness. Your provider may recommend one or both.
Not sure what you need? Start with your concern
- Moxi about 60 minutes, BBL about 45
- Best started fall to spring
- Consultation first
Does Moxi or BBL hurt, and is it safe for my skin tone?
Is it safe for my skin tone?
Laser and light target pigment, so your skin type and recent sun exposure matter. Your provider assesses both at the consult and sets the treatment for your skin. A recent tan means waiting.
Does it hurt?
BBL feels like brief, warm snaps, similar to a rubber band. Moxi feels warm and prickly as the handpiece moves. Ask about numbing options at your consult.
How much does it cost?
Cost depends on whether your plan uses Moxi, BBL or both, and the number of sessions. It is quoted at your consult.
Moxi laser for tone and texture
Moxi is a gentle laser skin resurfacing treatment. It is used for early sun damage, dullness and uneven texture. It is sometimes called a laser facial.
After a session, your skin is pink and warm. For a few days it may feel like fine sandpaper as treated skin flakes away. Plans are a short series, a few weeks apart.
BBL laser for brown spots and redness
BBL stands for BroadBand Light. It is a type of IPL, or intense pulsed light. It targets brown spots, sun damage and redness. It is also called a BBL photofacial or an IPL photofacial.
Treated brown spots darken for a few days, then flake off over about a week. Here, BBL refers to a skin treatment. It is unrelated to the cosmetic surgery that shares the abbreviation.
See every option for sun spots and dark spots.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Questions about Moxi and BBL? Ask them at a free consultation. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“I’ve been going to Magic Femtouch for a couple years and it’s honestly my favorite med spa.”
When to start Moxi or BBL
Laser and light treatments require skin without recent sun exposure. Fall through spring is the most practical time for a series. Treated skin must be protected from the sun between sessions.
Apply sunscreen daily during your series. A recent tan means waiting before your first session.
What happens at a Moxi or BBL visit
- 01
Skin assessment
Your provider examines your skin and asks about recent sun exposure, tanning and medications.
- 02
Preparation
Your skin is cleansed. Ask how your skin will be numbed for Moxi.
- 03
Treatment
You wear eye protection throughout. BBL feels like warm snaps. Moxi feels warm as the handpiece moves.
- 04
Afterward
Skin is pink and warm for a few hours. Use gentle skin care and sunscreen.
Moxi vs BBL vs chemical peels
All three treat sun damage and uneven tone, each by a different mechanism.
| Question | Moxi | BBL | Chemical peel |
|---|---|---|---|
| What it is | A gentle resurfacing laser | Broad-spectrum light, a type of IPL | An acid solution applied to the skin |
| Good for | Tone, texture, early sun damage | Brown spots and redness | Dullness, acne marks, dark spots |
| Feels like | Warmth | Brief, warm snaps | Tingling or warmth for a few minutes |
| After | Pinkness, then a sandpaper texture for a few days | Spots darken and flake for about a week | None to a week of peeling, by depth |
| Visit | About 60 minutes | About 45 minutes | About 45 to 120 minutes |
See chemical peels, or the VI Peel for a medium-depth peel.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Questions about Moxi and BBL? Ask them at a free consultation. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
“…she and her staff are incredibly professional, friendly, and genuinely care about their clients.”
Who should wait before Moxi or BBL
Tell your provider before treatment, and wait, if any of these apply:
- You have a tan or a sunburn, or used self-tanner in the last two weeks.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You take a medication that causes sun sensitivity, or took isotretinoin in the last six months.
- You have an active cold sore or rash in the treatment area.
Melasma requires extra caution, because light and heat can darken it. See the gentler options for melasma.
Moxi and BBL aftercare
- Apply SPF 30 or higher daily, and avoid direct sun while your skin heals.
- Use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer. Avoid retinol and exfoliating acids until your provider approves them.
- Allow dark spots and rough skin to flake off naturally. Do not pick or scrub.
- Makeup can usually be applied the next day.
Call us if you notice blisters, crusting or redness that worsens after the first day.
Who treats you
Who does your Moxi or BBL
Your first visit is a skin assessment with the provider who will treat you. Ask which treatment they recommend and how many sessions.
Consult first. Walk-ins welcome.
Tell us which skin concern you want to treat. Our front desk will call or text you to schedule.
“The staff was professional, kind, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire visit. The clinic is beautiful, clean, and very welcoming.”
What is the difference between Moxi and BBL?
Moxi is a gentle resurfacing laser for tone and texture, including early sun damage, dullness and rough patches. BBL, or BroadBand Light, is a light treatment for brown spots and redness. Both are given as a series. At Magic FemTouch MedSpa in Oak Lawn, your provider recommends one or both after a skin assessment.
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Questions
Moxi and BBL questions
Is BBL the same as IPL?
BBL is a type of IPL, or intense pulsed light. It uses broad-spectrum light to target brown spots and redness. The name stands for BroadBand Light.
Is BBL the same as a Brazilian butt lift?
No. At a med spa, BBL means BroadBand Light, a light treatment for the skin. It involves no surgery and no needles.
How much downtime is there after Moxi?
Skin is pink and warm for a few hours. For a few days it may feel rough, like fine sandpaper, as treated skin flakes away. Most people can wear makeup the next day.
Can you do Moxi and BBL together?
Some plans combine them in one visit, one after the other. This treats spots, redness and texture in the same session. Ask at your skin assessment whether that suits your skin.
How many Moxi or BBL sessions will I need?
Most plans are a short series, a few weeks apart. Your provider recommends the number at the consult. Many people schedule one maintenance session a year after that to address new sun damage.
Does BBL hurt?
Most people describe each pulse as a brief, warm snap, similar to a rubber band. Areas over bone are more sensitive. The warmth fades within a few hours.
Can Moxi help with melasma?
Melasma requires a careful plan, because heat and light can darken it. Your provider determines whether a gentle setting, a mild peel or another option suits your skin. Daily sunscreen is as important as any treatment.
Visit
Moxi and BBL on 95th Street, Oak Lawn
6830 W 95th St, between Ridgeland and Harlem. Free parking. Walk-ins welcome, Tuesday to Saturday.
| Tuesday | 12 – 7 pm |
|---|---|
| Wednesday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Thursday | 12 – 7 pm |
| Friday | 10 am – 5 pm |
| Saturday | 10 am – 4 pm |
| Sunday, Monday | Closed |
Getting here
Rough drive times with light traffic.
- Chicago Ridge, Burbank, BridgeviewSouth on Ridgeland or Harlem to 95th. About 5 minutes.
- Worth, Palos Hills, Palos HeightsNorth on Harlem Avenue. About 5 to 10 minutes.
- Hickory HillsEast on 95th Street. About 5 minutes.
- Evergreen Park, Beverly, Mount GreenwoodWest on 95th Street. About 10 to 15 minutes.
Book a visit
Request an appointment
The front desk calls or texts you back during opening hours, Tuesday to Saturday.
- Free consultation, then the plan
- Walk-ins welcome
- Free parking
“The entire office is always very warm, welcoming, and professional. Everyone is extremely attentive and always answers all of my questions.”