Emsculpt Neo
Non-Surgical Body Contouring with Simultaneous Fat Reduction and Muscle Building
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- Build Muscle
- Reduce Fat
- Address Cellulite
- No Downtime

Feel confident.
Look radiant.
Pura Vida Med Spa is a physician-led medical spa with two Maryland locations serving Fulton, Marriottsville and the wider Howard County community. Founded by Dr. Leslie Apgar, MD, the practice combines evidence-based aesthetic medicine with integrative wellness care, designed to help patients look and feel their best at every stage of life.
Our Maple Lawn (Fulton) and Marriottsville offices welcome patients from Columbia, Ellicott City, Clarksville, Highland, Laurel, Burtonsville, Woodbine and Sykesville. Every treatment plan is tailored to your goals, with a focus on natural, results-driven outcomes you can trust.
When you work with us, you know you're in good hands:
Explore our full menu of aesthetic, wellness and beauty treatments across Fulton and Marriottsville.
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Meet the experienced medical professionals behind Pura Vida. Every member of our team is committed to expert care and results you can trust.
Founder & Medical Director
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Licensed Esthetician
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Aesthetic Physician Assistant
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Aesthetic Nurse Practitioner
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Aesthetic Nurse
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Registered Nurse / Aesthetic Nurse
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Discover the treatments our clients love most. Each one combines proven technology with expert care to deliver natural-looking, lasting results.
Non-Surgical Body Contouring with Simultaneous Fat Reduction and Muscle Building
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Advanced Fractional Skin Resurfacing that Smooths Texture and Restores Radiance with Minimal Downtime
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Your Trusted
Medical-grade skincare, curated by our experts — so your results last long after you leave.
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Real results from real patients. See the difference our treatments can make.
Patient had lips injected with 2 syringes of filler over a 2 year process. Also dissolved old filler before starting treatments.
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Expert insights on aesthetic and wellness care
Exosomes are the newest wave of regenerative aesthetics, and many experts believe they outperform PRP for skin rejuvenation and hair restoration. Learn how they work, how they compare to PRP, and what to expect at your appointment.
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Most people need 6 to 8 laser hair removal sessions for lasting smoothness, but the real number depends on your hair color, skin tone, the area treated and even your hormones. Here is an honest breakdown from our team in Fulton and Marriottsville, MD.
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Sculptra is a collagen stimulator, not a traditional filler. Results build gradually over 3 to 6 months and typically last 2 or more years. Here is how it compares to regular hyaluronic acid fillers and how to know which is right for you.
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