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By Mark A. Leon
Charleston has always been a city built around preservation. Now, a new medical spa on King Street is taking that idea in a different direction — applying it to the way people approach aging, skincare and aesthetics.
The Society of Preservation Med Spa officially debuted in August at 263 King Street, Suite C, bringing an upscale, provider-led approach to medical aesthetics to downtown Charleston. The concept is straightforward: enhance what is already there rather than dramatically change it.
The Society describes its philosophy as “preserved, never altered,” with treatments designed to help clients look refreshed rather than visibly treated. The practice says each plan is built around a patient’s anatomy, lifestyle and long-term goals, rather than simply selecting procedures from a menu.
That philosophy is reflected throughout the business, which combines medical aesthetics with a boutique, hospitality-focused experience.
From Botox to lasers and “glass skin”
The treatment menu covers four primary areas: injectables, facials and skincare, laser and light treatments, and medical skin health.
For injectables, The Society offers Botox, Dysport and Daxxify, along with dermal fillers and biostimulators. The practice emphasizes facial balance and proportion, describing its approach to filler as one focused on refinement rather than adding volume simply for the sake of volume.
The skincare side is equally extensive. Services include the Society Signature Facial, GLACE Glass Skin Facial, GLO2 Preservation Facial, microneedling, dermaplaning and chemical peels.
Laser and light treatments include MOXI laser resurfacing, Lumecca Peak IPL, DiolazeXL laser hair removal, Geneo RF skin tightening and Celluma LED therapy.
The Society also specifically addresses some of the skin concerns that are particularly relevant in the Lowcountry, including melasma, rosacea, redness, acne, sun damage and pigmentation. The practice notes that Charleston’s humidity, salt air and substantial year-round sun exposure can create unique challenges for local skin.
A more personalized approach
The Society’s provider team includes Casey Bourque, NP, lead aesthetic provider, and Olivia Mascitti, NP, with founder Kim Drake leading the business. The practice says consultations begin with a facial assessment and discussion of goals, medical history, anatomy and treatment options before any injectable treatment is performed.
That provider-led model is an important part of the brand. The goal isn’t to convince every client to have a procedure, but to create a longer-term aesthetic plan.
For clients who want to make aesthetics part of their regular routine, The Society has also introduced The Society Circle, a membership program offering a monthly signature treatment, priority booking and member benefits. Founding memberships are priced at $369 per month, while the standard Society Circle is $489 per month, with a six-month commitment.
There is also The Reserve, a membership concept specifically designed for men, and The Society Social Club, which offers student pricing for students at the College of Charleston, MUSC and The Citadel.
More than a med spa
The King Street location is designed to feel more like a private club or gallery than a traditional clinical office. The practice features rotating exhibitions of work by local female artists, with artwork available for purchase. The Society also selects a product each month whose proceeds benefit a Lowcountry 501(c)(3) organization.
That emphasis on Charleston extends to the business’s own skincare offerings. Among them is Throwing Shade, a signature Lowcountry sunscreen created with an outdoor-oriented Charleston lifestyle in mind.
For those wanting to check it out, The Society of Preservation Med Spa is located on the third floor at 263 King Street. Hours are Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The practice also validates 90 minutes of parking at the 69 Wentworth Street garage.
In a city where preservation is part of the identity, The Society of Preservation is betting that the same philosophy can apply to beauty: don’t change what makes you unique — preserve it, refine it and let it age well.
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