The American Med Spa Association defines a medical spa as a hybrid between an aesthetic medical center and a day spa with four elements:
The provision of non-invasive (non-surgical) aesthetic medical services
Under the general supervision of a medical director
Treatments and services performed by trained, qualified practitioners
Onsite supervision by a licensed healthcare professional
Medical spa treatments and services are considered medical grade and must be staffed, performed, and overseen by experienced medical practitioners such as doctors and physician assistants. Medical spas use several different devices and technologies, such as lasers and cosmetic injectables, to treat various skin conditions.