fresh faces

2 new medspas rejuvenate Houston with cutting-edge beauty boosts and skin-saving treatments

Alchemy 43 opened its second location in Houston's Memorial area.

Photo by Alchemy 43

For Houston self-care enthusiasts, summer just got a little more glowy with two new Houston skincare and beauty treatments hot spots opening this summer. From micro treatments and non-surgical medical aesthetics, we've got all the fresh details.

Vitalyc Medspa

Vitalyc Medspa is opening its flagship Houston location in Uptown on September 7. Founded by Houston-native Amir Mortazavi, Vitalyc Medspa has already achieved success with five premier locations in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex since 2020.

Boasting state-of-the-art facilities, Vitalyc Houston offers seven private treatment rooms equipped with cutting-edge equipment, advanced diagnostic tools, and state-of-the-art skin and body imaging technologies.

The medspa specializes in non-surgical medical aesthetics for the face, body, and skin, featuring a comprehensive array of treatments such as Botox, Dysport, Kybella, PDO Threads, Dermal Fillers, EmSculpt NEO, Coolsculpting Elite, Halo, Morpheus8, EMFACE, HydraFacial, Moxi, BBL Photofacial, Microneedling, Medical Weight Loss, Peptides, Hormone Optimization, and IV therapy.

Vitalyc Houston boasts extended operating hours (8 am to 7pm) and offers two exclusive memberships, priced at $99/month and $180/month, that provide free treatments and permanent discounts on products and services. The medspa will also offer 20 percent off all treatment packages to celebrate their grand opening.

Speaking of grand openings, expect an opening celebration on September 7 (6 pm to 8 pm). The evening will include facility tours, networking with the Vitalyc team, and perks: more than $50,000 in raffles and giveaways, swag bags filled with health and beauty items, complimentary consultations, and sips and light bites.

Vitalyc Medspa; 1800 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 6130; 713-983-1403

Vitalyc Medspa will open the doors to its posh Uptown outpost in September. Photo by Vitalyc

Alchemy 43

Alchemy 43, the female-founded brand loved for its micro treatments and skincare expertise, recently opened its second Houston studio at Lantern Lane (12524 Memorial Dr.).

Based in Hollywood and with locations across Texas, California, and New York City, Alchemy 43 aims to transform the traditional cosmetic injectable experience into a luxurious self-care ritual. Founder Nicci Levy has curated a range of specialized and innovative treatments tailored to each client's unique needs.

Lantern Lane marks Alchemy 43's 10th location and the fourth in Texas. "Nicci is excited about the second location in Houston and looks forward to helping Houstonians with their beauty and micro treatment needs," the beauty outpost shares in a statement.

During the summer season, Alchemy 43's trending treatments include Radically Radiant Plus (Microneedling + PRP), Clear + Brilliant, Hello, Bright Eyes, and Dermal Filler. A special A43 Society monthly membership goes towards treatments and complementary perks for those serious about self care.

Alchemy 43; 12524 Memorial Dr., Suite A; 713-843-7443

Alchemy 43 recently opened a second location on Lantern Lane in Memorial and specializes in microtreatments and skincare. Photo by Alchemy 43

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boots with a story

Houston bootmaker offers $5,000 cowboy boot and gator hunt adventure

Photo courtesy of Republic Boot Company

Houston bootmaker, Republic Boot Company, turns gator hunts into a custom pair of boots.

In Houston, where custom boots are a source of great pride and style, one local brand is taking the bespoke boot experience to a new level. Republic Boot Company, known for its elevated, hand-crafted creations, just launched a Gator Hunt Experiencewhere customers can source an alligator hide, which will be transformed into a pair of cowboy boots.

Part adventure and part traditional craftsmanship, the experience begins with a hunt in the marshlands near Anahuac, about an hour from Houston, and ends with a custom-made pair of alligator-skin cowboy boots tailored to the client's vision by a Republic Boot Company boot specialist.

"At Republic Boot Company, we pride ourselves on crafting boots that are not just footwear, but a legacy," said Chris Conrad, owner of Republic Boot Company. "This new Gator Hunt Experience takes that commitment to personalization to an unprecedented level, offering our customers a unique and memorable journey taking them from the bayou to the heart of the Bayou City."

The gator hunt is $5,000 per person and includes an 8.5-foot alligator (larger alligators incur extra costs). Individuals of all experience levels can participate, and all necessary permits and equipment are provided to ensure a safe adventure. After the hunt, the hide will be tanned during an eight-month process to ensure a one-of-a-kind pair of boots. Just in case the kicks aren't enough of a conversation starter, participants will also receive a professional mount of the alligator head.

Alligator hunting season runs from September 11 to September 30, so the boots won't be ready for the 2026 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo. Once they are complete, however, they will be wearable pieces of art with a memorable story behind them. Those interested in extending their only-in-Texas half-day hunt into an overnight experience can book overnight accommodations through Republic Boot Company.

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