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Skin tips, treatment guides, and beauty insights from the team at R Med+Spa Durango.
News3 min read · July 25, 2026
Introducing Our New Website — A Fresh, Faster Home for R Med+Spa Durango
We’ve rebuilt rmedspadurango.com from the ground up — a cleaner look, a faster experience, and a much easier way to explore our treatments and book your visit.
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Laser Treatments5 min read · September 13, 2023
Halo Laser Treatments in Durango, CO | R Med+Spa
Halo hybrid fractional laser in Durango — what it treats, downtime, and why Dr. Brian Rike, DO performs every treatment at R Med+Spa. Book a consultation.
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Laser Treatments5 min read · October 4, 2024
Fall & Winter Are the Best Season for Halo Laser
Durango's cooler months offer ideal conditions for Halo laser — lower UV exposure means better healing and longer-lasting results year-round.
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Laser Treatments4 min read · February 14, 2026
Nano & Micro Laser Peels: A Better Alternative to Chemical Peels
Nano and micro laser peels resurface skin with more precision and fewer side effects than chemical peels — no harsh acids, more control, less downtime.
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Laser Treatments1 min read · August 1, 2023
What Is BBL HERO and What Is It Used For
BBL HERO (Broadband Light High Energy Rapid Output) is an advanced form of intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy developed by Sciton that is commonly used for various skin treatments.
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Laser Treatments1 min read · July 6, 2023
BBL HERO Is Proven to Reduce Wrinkles
Clinical studies confirm BBL HERO significantly reduces wrinkles, pigmentation, and sun damage — see the research behind this popular Sciton treatment.
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Laser Treatments4 min read · May 15, 2023
BBL HERO vs. IPL: Why It’s the Better Choice
BBL HERO and IPL both use light to treat sun damage and redness — but they’re not equal. Here’s how Sciton’s BBL HERO compares at our Durango med spa.
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Laser Treatments14 min read · March 19, 2024
Bringing Sciton's Clear Silk Lunchtime Laser Therapy to Durango
Clear Silk 1064 nm laser therapy, known as ClearSilk, is a non-invasive, facial-like laser treatment that offers a range of benefits for the skin without requiring downtime. It is...
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Laser Treatments8 min read · March 19, 2024
Clear V Laser in Durango, CO | Spider Vein & Vascular Treatment | R Med+Spa
Sciton's Clear V 1064nm vascular laser treats spider veins, telangiectasia, rosacea, cherry angiomas, venous lakes, and more — anywhere on the body. Physician-led by Dr. Brian Rike, DO at R Med+Spa in Durango, Colorado.
Read MoreLaser Treatments3 min read · March 5, 2026
What Is a Spider Vein or Telangiectasia?
Telangiectasias are tiny, expanded blood vessels located close to the surface of the skin or mucous membranes. They show up as delicate red, blue, or purple lines — often called "spider veins." Here's what causes them and how Clear V laser treats them.
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Laser Treatments4 min read · July 31, 2024
What Is a Venous Lake? Causes, Symptoms & Clear V Laser Treatment
Noticed a small, soft, blue-purple bump on your lip or ear? It might be a venous lake — a benign vascular lesion caused by sun exposure and aging. Here's what it is and how Clear V laser treats it at R Med+Spa in Durango.
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Skin Treatments5 min read · February 14, 2026
Glacial Rx CryoModulation in Durango | R Med+Spa
Glacial Rx is a no-downtime cryo facial that reduces redness, inflammation, melasma, and sun damage. Physician-led at R Med+Spa in Durango, CO.
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Skincare3 min read · October 4, 2024
Why Use Alastin Skin Nectar Before & After Laser Treatment
Alastin's Regenerating Skin Nectar reduces downtime and improves laser results by supporting collagen production and calming post-treatment redness.
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Skin Treatments7 min read · March 3, 2025
BENEV Exosomes Are Here at R Med+Spa Durango
BENEV exosomes enhance microneedling and Halo laser treatments by promoting faster healing, reduced downtime, and deeper skin rejuvenation.
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Injectables5 min read · April 28, 2026
Discover Daxxify: The Latest FDA-Approved Botulinum Toxin
Daxxify is the first FDA-approved, peptide-enhanced neurotoxin that lasts up to 9 months in some patients — now available at R Med+Spa in Durango, CO.
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Injectables3 min read · September 11, 2023
What Is Sculptra? Your Guide to This Collagen Stimulator
Sculptra uses poly-L-lactic acid to stimulate your own collagen — restoring volume naturally with results that build over weeks and last up to 2 years.
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Injectables3 min read · August 15, 2023
Botox & Neurotoxin Injections in Durango, CO
Botox and Jeuveau relax the muscles that cause wrinkles — smoothing forehead lines, crow's feet, and frown lines with minimal downtime in Durango.
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Injectables3 min read · May 7, 2023
Why We Use Ultrasound for Every Filler Injection
R Med+Spa uses ultrasound vascular mapping before every filler injection to prevent occlusion — the most serious complication in facial aesthetics.
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Skin Treatments5 min read · March 11, 2026
How to Get Glowing Skin: Proven Remedies for Dull Skin
Tired of dull, tired-looking skin? Here are proven ways to restore a healthy glow — plus medical treatments at R Med+Spa in Durango, CO.
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Skin Treatments6 min read · March 5, 2026
Skin Rejuvenation in Durango: Treatments That Actually Work
Looking to reset your skin? R Med+Spa in Durango offers physician-supervised laser, light, and energy-based treatments for sun damage, redness, fine lines, and texture — with no guesswork and no generic menus.
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Weight Loss3 min read · July 20, 2024
Tips for Managing Side Effects of GLP-1 Medications
GLP-1 medications like semaglutide are highly effective for weight loss — but can cause nausea and GI side effects. Here's how to manage them effectively.
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Weight Loss8 min read · June 28, 2024
GLP-1 Medications for Weight Loss: The Complete Guide
GLP-1 receptor agonists like semaglutide have transformed medical weight loss. Here's everything you need to know — how they work, what results to expect, and why physician-led care at R Med+Spa in Durango makes all the difference.
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Weight Loss6 min read · July 10, 2024
The Benefits of Losing Belly and Visceral Fat
Belly fat is more than just a nuisance that makes your clothes feel tight. It's a serious health risk. Here's why losing visceral fat is one of the most important things you can do for your long-term health — and how R Med+Spa in Durango can help.
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Weight Loss4 min read · February 8, 2026
Retatrutide's Impact on Metabolism & Weight Loss
Retatrutide is a triple-agonist peptide that targets multiple hormone receptors to boost metabolism and support significant, sustained weight loss.
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Weight Loss8 min read · December 16, 2022
Medical Weight Loss in Durango: How Losing Weight Transforms Your Health
Losing excess weight can lower your risk for serious disease. Here’s what physician-guided weight loss looks like at R Med+Spa in Durango, CO.
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Weight Loss6 min read · May 5, 2023
It's Not a Diet, It's a Lifestyle
True wellness isn't about short-term diets — it's about sustainable eating habits. Explore evidence-backed dietary patterns shown to promote longevity.
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Hormone Therapy3 min read · May 9, 2023
Health Benefits & Risks of Testosterone Replacement Therapy
TRT can improve energy, blood glucose control, and cardiovascular health in men with low testosterone — but carries real risks worth understanding.
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Hormone Therapy2 min read · May 5, 2023
Why Anastrozole for Men Is Not Routinely Recommended
Anastrozole can lower estrogen in men but risks bone loss and sexual dysfunction — learn why it's not routinely recommended and what safer alternatives exist.
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Wellness2 min read · October 29, 2024
Nitronox PLUS: Painless, Anxiety-Free Aesthetic Treatments
Nitronox PLUS combines nitrous oxide and oxygen to relieve pain and anxiety during treatments — fast-acting with no lingering effects afterward.
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Sun Protection4 min read · August 1, 2024
High Altitude Sun, High Stakes Skin
At 6,500 feet, Durango's UV exposure is dramatically higher than at sea level — and your skin pays the price. Here's what to do about it.
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