As we welcome 2026, there’s no better time to prioritize your skin health and treat yourself to the professional spa services you deserve. At University Park Dermatology & Medical Spa, overseen by board-certified dermatologist Dr. David Sax, we offer medical-grade treatments designed to refresh, rejuvenate, and reveal your most radiant skin. Whether you’re addressing specific skin concerns or simply want to start the year with a healthy glow, our expert team combines advanced technology with personalized care in a tranquil environment.
With convenient locations in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch, Florida, we make it easy for you to access the advanced skincare treatments you need.
The HydraFacial: Your Go-To Treatment for Instant Radiance
The HydraFacial has become one of the most sought-after spa treatments in 2025 and continues to dominate in 2026. This multi-step facial uses patented vortex-fusion technology to deeply cleanse, exfoliate, extract impurities, and hydrate the skin in a single, comfortable session.
What makes the HydraFacial special is its ability to deliver immediate results with zero downtime. The treatment works by using a specialized device that simultaneously removes dead skin cells and infuses the skin with nourishing serums containing antioxidants, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. The gentle suction helps detoxify the skin and reduce puffiness, creating a more sculpted appearance.
The benefits are both immediate and cumulative. After just one treatment, you’ll notice smoother texture, refined pores, brighter tone, and better makeup application. With regular sessions every four to six weeks, you’ll see continued improvements in skin elasticity, clarity, and hydration. The treatment is suitable for all skin types, including sensitive skin, and can be customized with specialized boosters to address your specific concerns, from hyperpigmentation to fine lines.
Clinical studies have shown that HydraFacial produces greater improvements in fine lines, pore size, and skin texture compared to traditional microdermabrasion, with better hydration and patient satisfaction outcomes.
Chemical Peels: Advanced Exfoliation for Transformative Results
Chemical peels remain one of the most effective treatments for skin rejuvenation, and modern formulations have made them safer and more customizable than ever. At The Sanctuary, we offer professional-grade chemical peels that work by applying a carefully formulated acid solution to remove damaged outer layers of skin, revealing fresh, healthy skin underneath.
The science behind chemical peels involves controlled exfoliation that triggers skin regeneration and remodeling. This process stimulates collagen production, improves cell turnover, and addresses multiple skin concerns in a single treatment. Chemical peels can effectively treat fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and sun spots, acne and acne scars, uneven skin tone and texture, rough or dull skin, and enlarged pores.
In 2026, the approach to chemical peels has become more personalized. Practitioners now create customized formulations by blending various exfoliating agents to target multiple concerns simultaneously. New bi-phase peels combine deep exfoliation with an infusion of peptides and antioxidants, reducing downtime while delivering enhanced results.
Chemical peels are classified by depth. Superficial peels provide gentle exfoliation with minimal downtime, perfect for maintaining healthy skin. Medium-depth peels penetrate deeper to address more significant concerns like moderate sun damage and acne scarring. The specific type of peel recommended will depend on your skin type, concerns, and goals.
Recovery varies by peel depth. Light peels may cause mild redness that resolves within a few days, while medium peels require more healing time. Proper aftercare, including sun protection and gentle skincare, is essential for optimal results.
VI Peel: The All-Skin-Type Solution
The VI Peel stands out for its unique synthetic blend of ingredients that works effectively on all skin types, textures, and tones. This specialty formula includes trichloroacetic acid (TCA), tretinoin acid, salicylic acid, phenol, vitamin C, and other beneficial ingredients that work together to remove damaged skin layers while promoting cell turnover.
This peel is particularly effective for treating acne and acne scarring, fine lines and wrinkles, sun spots and hyperpigmentation, large pores, and uneven skin texture. What makes the VI Peel unique is its versatility. It can be safely used on various areas of the body, including the delicate under-eye area, which is rare for chemical peel treatments.
The VI Peel is virtually painless and requires minimal downtime. Unlike procedures that take weeks to show results, you can expect to see brighter, more radiant skin in just one week. The peel also leaves skin firmer and more youthful-looking as it works to improve overall skin health.
Dermaplaning: The Secret to Flawless Skin
Dermaplaning has gained significant popularity as a safe, effective form of physical exfoliation. This treatment uses a surgical scalpel to gently remove the uppermost layer of dead skin cells along with fine vellus hair (peach fuzz) from the face.
Removing this buildup of dead skin and fine hair serves multiple purposes. First, it creates an immediately smoother, more radiant complexion. Second, it prevents the accumulation of makeup, oil, and debris in hair follicles that regular cleansing often misses. Third, it allows your skincare products to penetrate more effectively.
This is why dermaplaning is often called the “Hollywood treatment.” Without excess facial hair, makeup applies more smoothly and evenly, creating a flawless appearance that looks particularly stunning on camera. The treatment also provides an excellent base for other procedures, which is why it’s frequently performed before chemical peels and facials to enhance their effectiveness.
While at-home dermaplaning tools are available, professional treatment ensures safe, optimal results. Our trained aestheticians at University Park Dermatology & Medical Spa use precise techniques to exfoliate effectively without causing irritation or damage.
Customized Facials: Personalized Care for Your Unique Skin
A professional facial remains the cornerstone of any good spa experience, combining relaxation with targeted skin treatment. At University Park Dermatology & Medical Spa, our facials go beyond basic cleansing to provide comprehensive skin health support tailored to your individual needs.
During a facial, your skin undergoes several beneficial steps. Deep cleansing removes surface impurities, while gentle exfoliation reveals fresh skin underneath. Facial massage is essential for boosting circulation and stimulating lymphatic drainage, which reduces puffiness and promotes a healthy glow. Warm steam helps open pores for more effective extraction of congestion.
The application of specialized masks allows active ingredients to penetrate deeply while you relax. Finally, professional-grade skincare products including toners, serums, and moisturizers are applied to nourish and protect your skin.
What sets our facials apart is customization. We can add treatments like LED light therapy, specialized serums, or targeted spot treatments to address your specific concerns, whether that’s acne, dehydration, sensitivity, or signs of aging. The result is a comprehensive treatment that leaves you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated with visibly refreshed skin.
Microdermabrasion: Physical Exfoliation for Smoother Skin
Microdermabrasion offers a non-surgical approach to achieving smoother, more youthful-looking skin through physical exfoliation. This treatment uses a specialized device to remove the dead, dull outer layer of skin while simultaneously vacuuming away debris, oil, and bacteria from your pores.
The benefits of microdermabrasion include improved skin texture, reduced appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, faded scars and hyperpigmentation, smaller-looking pores, and enhanced product absorption. By removing the buildup that accumulates on skin’s surface, microdermabrasion reveals fresher, more radiant skin while triggering increased cell turnover for a more youthful appearance.
This treatment is particularly effective as part of a regular skincare routine. Regular sessions help maintain smooth texture and even tone while supporting your skin’s natural regeneration process.
Microneedling: Collagen Induction for Lasting Results
Microneedling, also known as collagen induction therapy, works with your body’s natural healing processes to improve skin quality. The treatment uses a device covered with tiny, sterile needles that create controlled micro-injuries in the skin’s surface.
These micro-injuries aren’t painful or damaging. Instead, they trigger your body’s natural healing response, stimulating the production of collagen and elastin. Collagen helps fill in fine lines and wrinkles, while elastin improves skin firmness and bounce. The result is skin that looks plumper, smoother, and more youthful.
Microneedling can effectively address fine lines and wrinkles, acne scars and other types of scarring, enlarged pores, uneven skin texture, and signs of aging. The treatment can be enhanced with the application of growth factors, peptides, or other beneficial serums that penetrate more effectively through the microchannels created during treatment.
Modern RF (radiofrequency) microneedling combines traditional microneedling with radiofrequency energy, delivering heat to deeper layers of skin for enhanced collagen stimulation and skin tightening. This advanced option offers even more dramatic results for those seeking significant improvement in skin laxity and texture.
Why Choose University Park Dermatology & Medical Spa?
At University Park Dermatology & Medical Spa, we understand that your skin is unique, and so are your goals. That’s why we take a personalized approach to every treatment, ensuring that you receive the care and attention you deserve. Our team combines medical expertise with a genuine commitment to your satisfaction and well-being.
Under the supervision of board-certified dermatologist Dr. David Sax, our aestheticians use the latest technology and techniques to deliver safe, effective results. We maintain the highest standards of care in a tranquil environment designed to help you relax and unwind.
Whether you’re preparing for a special event, addressing specific skin concerns, or simply maintaining your skin’s health, we offer treatments that can help you achieve your goals. From quick refresher treatments to comprehensive rejuvenation programs, we’ll work with you to create a personalized plan that fits your needs and schedule.
Conveniently Located to Serve You:
Sarasota Location
8451 Shade Avenue, Suite 205
Sarasota, FL 34243
Phone: (941) 254-2321
Lakewood Ranch Location
5489 Lena Road
Lakewood Ranch, FL 34211
Phone: (941) 254-2321
Start Your 2026 Skin Journey Today
This new year is the perfect opportunity to invest in your skin health and well-being. Professional spa treatments aren’t just luxuries; they’re essential components of a comprehensive skincare routine that can help you look and feel your best throughout the year.
Our team at University Park Dermatology & Medical Spa is ready to help you achieve the glowing, healthy skin you deserve. Call us today at (941) 254-2321 to schedule a consultation at either our Sarasota or Lakewood Ranch location and discover which treatments are right for you. Let’s make 2026 your best skin year yet.
