Your own biology is the best thing you've ever put on your face.

Medical-Grade Aesthetics

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We don't use synthetic fillers. We don't do trendy spa treatments. Every aesthetic service at Proper Balance is powered by PRF (platelet-rich fibrin drawn from your own blood) to regenerate, restore, and reveal what your skin is actually capable of.

Boutique regenerative health and wellness in the heart of downtown Chicago. One plan, one team, one place your whole body can heal.

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Every Service

Individual Treatments

Explained.

Each treatment below is a distinct offering with its own purpose, process, and outcome. Tap to expand and learn exactly what it does and whether it's right for you.

Microneedling creates thousands of micro-channels in the skin—triggering your body's wound-healing response and producing new collagen. Alone, it's effective. Combined with PRF drawn from your own blood, it becomes something more.

The PRF is applied as the needles work, driving your own concentrated growth factors deep into the dermis—where they signal regeneration, improve texture, reduce fine lines, tighten pores, and even out skin tone. No synthetic additives. No foreign substances. Just your biology, working at full capacity.

Ideal for skin texture, acne scarring, enlarged pores, fine lines, and overall skin rejuvenation.


Treatment time

60-90 minutes

Downtime

24–72 hours of redness and mild sensitivity

When you'll see results

Visible improvement begins at 2–4 weeks; full results at 3 months

Best for

Skin texture, fine lines, acne scars, enlarged pores, dullness

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Volume loss in your face is one of the most significant contributors to an aged appearance, but synthetic fillers come with risks: migration, hardening, and an unnatural look over time. PRF bio-filler is different.

By spinning your PRF at a lower speed, Dr. Knox creates a gel-like consistency that can be injected to restore lost volume in the cheeks, temples, and other areas using nothing but your body's own concentrated growth factors. The result is gradual, natural, and long-lasting: your face, restored.

There's no risk of allergic reaction. No migration. No "done" look. Just a younger, more refreshed version of you.


Treatment time

60 minutes

Downtime

Minimal; some swelling and bruising possible at injection sites

When you'll see results

Gradual over 4–8 weeks as your body builds new collagen

Best for

Volume loss in cheeks, temples, nasolabial folds; anyone avoiding synthetic filler

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As collagen production slows, the face loses the structural support that keeps it looking lifted, defined, and full. Traditional filler replaces that volume with foreign material — creating results that can look uneven or artificial over time. The PRF facelift does something different.

Using your own PRF or bio-filler, Dr. Knox injects precise volumes into the cheeks, temples, jawline, and nasolabial folds — restoring lift and contour without introducing anything synthetic. Because the material is your own concentrated growth factors, the results don't just fill. They stimulate your body to produce new collagen in the exact areas where it's been lost.

The outcome is gradual, natural, and cumulative. Not a procedure that announces itself. A version of your face that simply looks like itself again.


Treatment time

60–90 minutes

Downtime

Minimal — some swelling and light bruising possible at injection sites

When you'll see results

Gradual over 4–8 weeks as collagen rebuilds and volume settles

Best for

Volume loss in cheeks, temples & jawline; nasolabial folds; anyone wanting lift without synthetic filler

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The under-eye area is the first place most people notice aging—and the hardest to treat. The skin is thin, vascular, and extremely sensitive. PRF is one of the only treatments that actually works here without the risks that come with traditional filler.

Injected precisely into the tear trough, PRF bio-filler addresses hollowing, dark circles caused by thin skin and visible vasculature, and the general "tired" appearance that sleep alone can't fix. Because PRF integrates naturally into your tissue, there's no risk of the bluish discoloration (Tyndall effect) that can occur with hyaluronic acid fillers in this area.

The result: brighter, firmer, more refreshed eyes—without anyone knowing you had something done.


Treatment time

45-60 minutes

Downtime

Mild bruising and swelling possible; typically 3–5 days

When you'll see results

Gradual improvement over 6–12 weeks; optimal at 3 treatments

Best for

Hollowing, dark circles (vascular), thinning skin, tired appearance

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Exosomes are tiny messenger vesicles that cells use to communicate—signaling repair, regeneration, and growth. In skin therapy, they represent one of the most advanced tools in regenerative aesthetics.

Applied topically or delivered via microneedling channels, exosomes amplify your skin's ability to repair itself. They improve elasticity, reduce inflammation, accelerate healing, and enhance the results of any treatment they're combined with. Think of them as a volume dial for your skin's regenerative response.

Dr. Knox uses medical-grade exosomes—not the consumer-grade products sold in skincare. This is clinical-level regenerative medicine, applied to the skin.


Treatment time

30–60 minutes (often combined with microneedling)

Downtime

Minimal; some redness if combined with needling

When you'll see results

Skin quality improvement in 2–6 weeks; best with a series

Best for

Elasticity, radiance, accelerated healing, amplifying other treatments

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Standard microneedling works at the surface. RF microneedling goes deeper. Radiofrequency energy is delivered through the needles directly into the dermis, creating controlled thermal zones that trigger aggressive collagen remodeling from the inside out.

The result is measurable skin tightening, reduced laxity, and structural improvement that topical products simply cannot achieve. It's particularly effective for patients noticing sagging skin on the lower face, jawline, neck, or anywhere texture and firmness have softened with age.

This is one of the most powerful non-surgical tightening options available.


Treatment time

60-90 minutes

Downtime

2–4 days redness; mild swelling; skin feels tight

When you'll see results

Progressive tightening over 3–6 months as collagen rebuilds

Best for

Skin laxity, sagging jawline, neck tightening, deep texture remodeling

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Dynamic wrinkles — the kind formed by repetitive facial movement — respond best to neurotoxin treatment, but not all neurotoxins are the same. Xeomin is a next-generation bio modulator that targets the specific muscle activity causing fine lines and wrinkles, relaxing the tissue without affecting surrounding areas. It's precise by design.

Unlike traditional Botox, Xeomin contains no accessory proteins — meaning your body is less likely to develop resistance over repeated treatments. It's administered by our nurse practitioner, who maps the treatment areas based on your facial structure and movement patterns rather than following a fixed injection template.

The result is a more relaxed, refreshed appearance that looks considered — not frozen.


Treatment time

30–45 minutes

Downtime

None — minor redness at injection sites may occur

When you'll see results

3–5 days, with full effect visible within 2 weeks

Best for

Forehead lines, frown lines, crow's feet; patients who want neurotoxin results without traditional Botox

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The science is

Why PRF Works

PRF works because it uses what your body already knows how to do—heal itself. We just concentrate and direct that power where you need it most.

PRF works because it uses what your body already knows how to do—heal itself. We just concentrate and direct that power where you need it most.

your own body.

Blood Draw

A small amount of your blood is drawn. You can expect the same amount as a routine lab test. 

Centrifuge Processing

Your blood is spun at a precise speed that separates the platelet-rich fibrin layer—concentrating the growth factors your body uses to repair tissue.

Targeted Delivery

The PRF is applied via injection or through microneedling channels—directly where regeneration needs to happen.

Sustained Release

Unlike PRP, the fibrin matrix holds growth factors in place and releases them slowly over time—creating a sustained regenerative effect that builds over time.

Proper Balance Skincare Shop

Medical-grade care
starts from within.

The treatments you receive at Proper Balance work on the inside. The skincare Dr. Knox carries works the same way. RIMAN is an award-winning Korean beauty brand built on science-backed, natural ingredients — and it's available through Proper Balance's personal shop for delivery anywhere in the US, Mexico, and Canada.

Incellderm (ICD) Skincare
Multi-step Korean skincare ritual for deep hydration, collagen stimulation, and visible anti-aging results — gentle enough for sensitive skin.
Lifening Collagen
Ingestible collagen formulated to support skin elasticity, gut health, and inner radiance — the K-beauty approach to beauty from the inside out.
Botalab Hair & Body
Vegan personal care line for hair and body — the same philosophy of gentle, effective Korean formulation applied beyond the face.

Ships directly to the US, Mexico & Canada. Set up your account once and reorder anytime.

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K-Beauty · RIMAN
Skincare rooted in tradition.
Proven by science.
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Hydration-first philosophy — every formula is built around reinforcing the skin barrier before treating it.
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Patented natural ingredients — Giant BYoungPool (Centella Asiatica) and Jeju Lava Energy Water exclusive to RIMAN.
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Nanosized liposome technology — active ingredients delivered deep below the surface, where standard skincare can't reach.
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100% cruelty-free — organic ingredients, exceeds EU safety standards, no compromise on what goes on your skin.
36
Industry Awards
Since 2018
14
Active
Patents
120+
Plant Extracts
Used

Simple. Personal. No online forms, no automated systems. Just a real conversation about your health & wellness.

What Happens Next

our process





01

Reach out to 312-765-0411. Tell us what's bothering you, what you've tried, and what you're hoping to achieve.

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02

Our medical staff will evaluate your skin, reviews your health history, and recommends only what's right for you.

Consultation with our medical staff

03

We'll build a treatment plan personalized to you. You'll leave knowing exactly what happens next, why, and what to expect.

Custom Aesthetic Plan

04

We get to work. Your results build over time as your biology responds—and our team tracks your progress every step of the way.

Treatment & Results

Real questions.

FAQ

If you're new to PRF aesthetics or just want to know what to expect, this is where to start. Still have something on your mind? Just call or text us directly.


If you're new to PRF aesthetics or just want to know what to expect, this is where to start. Still have something on your mind? Just call or text us directly.


Real answers.

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Bio filler is not synthetic filler.
Traditional filler is foreign material injected into the face — it can migrate, cause reactions, and create uneven results over time. Bio filler is PRF that's been spun and gently heated into a gel. It sits in the tissue and stimulates your own collagen production, creating natural volume with zero risk of synthetic side effects. It's your own blood plasma — doing what it was always designed to do.

Most patients describe it as uncomfortable, not painful. Topical numbing cream is applied before microneedling and injection treatments, and most people are surprised at how manageable the process is. The blood draw is the same as a routine lab test—typically a quick pinch. Dr. Knox walks you through every step so nothing catches you off guard.

It depends on your goals and starting point—which is exactly why we don't offer packages before we've had a chance to evaluate your skin. Most patients see meaningful results after a single treatment, with optimal outcomes achieved after a series of 3. Dr. Knox will give you an honest, realistic recommendation during your consultation.

Absolutely! This is one of the things that makes Proper Balance unique. Many patients combine aesthetic treatments with chiropractic care, red light therapy (which supports skin health and reduces systemic inflammation), or medical weight loss. Dr. Knox sees the whole picture. If your aesthetic goals are connected to broader health goals—and they usually are—your plan reflects that.

Many of our aesthetic patients are first-timers. The 45-minute new patient consultation is designed exactly for this—it's a conversation, not a commitment. We don't treat on day one. We listen first. You'll leave understanding exactly what your skin could benefit from, whether or not you decide to move forward. No pressure. Ever.

At a med spa, you typically see a technician following a templated protocol. At Proper Balance, you see Dr. Knox—a chiropractic physician with over 20 years of clinical experience, a deep understanding of the body's regenerative systems, and a whole-body perspective on what your skin reflects about your health. Aesthetic services here are part of an integrative approach to how you look, feel, and function—not a standalone menu item.

You were not meant to just manage this.

THERE'S A DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COPING AND HEALING

Not work around it. Not explain it away. Dr. Knox takes the time to find out what's actually wrong and builds a plan to fix it. You deserve more than temporary relief. One call is all it takes to start.

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