A two-minute facelift and a beautiful mind from Aivee
Beauty in a hurry and a beautiful mind.
Those were the two ideas I took home from a recent visit to Aivee Star, the newest clinic of Dr. Z and Dr. Aivee Teo at Ayala Triangle Gardens in Makati. One treatment promised a visible lift in minutes with no downtime. The other focused not on the face, but on the brain, helping improve sleep, reduce stress, and promote overall well-being. Together, they offered a glimpse into where beauty may be headed: beyond the skin and into the mind itself.
In a world where everyone seems pressed for time, the Aivee 2Min MagicLift felt like beauty in a hurry.
I got a glimpse of that future during a recent Aivee x Tatler event held at the newly opened clinic. While guests were introduced to the latest innovations in aesthetics and wellness, two treatments immediately piqued my interest: the Aivee 2Min MagicLift and Exomind.
The first one intrigued me because of its name alone. A facelift in two minutes? Of course, the procedure itself takes about 40 to 45 minutes, but what makes it remarkable is that visible effects can be seen within the first two minutes of treatment. In a world where everyone seems pressed for time, it really felt like beauty in a hurry.
Dr. Eli Reyes, who performed the procedure, explained that the Aivee 2Min MagicLift uses advanced laser and radiofrequency technologies that work across multiple layers of the skin. The treatment itself is surprisingly comfortable. There are no needles, no pain, and no downtime. It is what many busy professionals would probably describe as the ideal lunchtime treatment: walk in looking tired and walk out looking refreshed. Just go and glow.
After a session, a subtle firmness and lift are visible, particularly in areas where fatigue tends to show first. The procedure can be done every two weeks for a series of five treatments to maximize results, but even after one session, I understood why it has become one of the clinic’s most talked-about offerings.
According to Dr. Aivee Teo, the treatment was designed with today’s fast-paced lifestyle in mind. “The Aivee 2Min MagicLift is perfect for anyone looking for a non-invasive lift and rejuvenation with little to no downtime,” she explained. “I especially recommend it to busy professionals, entrepreneurs and individuals who want to look refreshed and confident without disrupting their schedule.”
Powered by advanced laser and RF technologies, the treatment works across multiple skin layers to lift, contour, tighten and stimulate collagen production, delivering visible results as early as the first two minutes of the session. “It’s an effective, convenient solution for patients who want natural-looking results and healthier, more youthful-looking skin,” she added.
If MagicLift represented the future of aesthetic medicine, Exomind felt like a glimpse into an entirely new category altogether. Unlike traditional beauty treatments that focus on the face or body, Exomind focuses on the brain. Powered by Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation technology, Exomind delivers magnetic stimulation to the prefrontal cortex, the part of the brain involved in emotional regulation, sleep, cravings, focus, impulse control, and even decision-making.
I underwent a 20-minute Exomind session focused primarily on sleep. The treatment was administered by Dr. Mea Ramos, a regenerative and integrative medicine specialist and mental health counselor at the clinic. The experience was surprisingly simple and relaxing. There were no medications involved and no invasive procedures. I simply sat comfortably while the device delivered magnetic stimulation to targeted areas of the brain.
What happened afterward surprised me. That evening, I slept deeply and soundly. The following night, I slept just as well and woke up feeling rested and refreshed. For someone who had been struggling with sleep lately, the improvement was noticeable. And that was after just one session.
As Dr. Z Teo explained, the connection between beauty and brain health is stronger than most people realize. “Beauty and anti-aging have gone beyond the surface level. These have now gone to the brain level. The brain is the main command center of the body. So if you don’t sleep well, are anxious and stressed, it would accelerate aging.”
When I asked him how a brain treatment could possibly make someone more beautiful, Dr. Z pointed to the body’s chemistry. “Exomind re-regulates all the dopamine and serotonin receptors, giving them a very nice balance so you sleep well, your stress level goes down, and cortisol goes down. These then create anti-aging effects.”
with the Philippine Tatler at the Aivee Star clinic.
It is a philosophy that recognizes that glowing skin, vitality, and a youthful appearance often begin long before any cream, laser, or injectable is introduced. Sleep, emotional balance, and stress management may be just as important as any beauty treatment. For those seeking a more comprehensive wellness approach, the Teos have also established Aevitas, a dedicated longevity and wellness center that complements their aesthetic offerings.
Beyond the MagicLift and Exomind, Aivee Star houses some of the clinic’s most advanced technologies. Emface combines synchronized radiofrequency and HIFES energies to improve both skin quality and facial muscle tone, helping lift and strengthen facial contours. Emsculpt is a body-contouring treatment that utilizes High-Intensity Focused Electromagnetic technology to build muscle and reduce stubborn fat through powerful muscle contractions equivalent to thousands of sit-ups or squats in a single session. Exion combines radiofrequency and ultrasound technologies to tighten skin, stimulate collagen and elastin production, and improve overall skin quality.
The opening of Aivee Star marks another milestone for a brand that has become one of the country’s most recognized names in aesthetics. “We called it Aivee Star because it represents the next evolution of the Aivee experience,” says Dr. Aivee. “Every time we open a new clinic, our goal is to create a more elevated concept than the one before, whether in terms of technology, patient experience, design or innovation.”
She describes Aivee Star as their most advanced clinic yet, bringing together cutting-edge aesthetic treatments and wellness solutions in a refined and highly curated setting. “In many ways, Aivee Star represents where we see the future of aesthetics,” adds Dr. Aivee. “More personalized, more holistic and more innovative than ever before.”
Today, the Aivee Group operates seven clinics across Metro Manila and one in Singapore. While each clinic offers the signature Aivee experience, they continue to evolve according to the needs of the clients they serve and the technologies available.
A beautiful face continues to turn heads. But a beautiful brain, it seems, may be the next frontier in the world of aesthetics.
