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When you feel empowered and totally in control, it’s a feeling you just can’t fake.
At our medspa, we’re dedicated to helping you find and keep that incredible feeling. No stuffy waiting rooms or over-the-top sales pitches here. Just amazing results that feel exactly like you.
Our medical director, Dr. Bharat Kothakota, and his expert team focus on the next generation of energy-based treatments. We’ve brought Beverly Hills-level expertise right to your backyard in Culver City. We have advanced technology that creates visible signs of change without losing your natural beauty. It’s high-end medicine with a luxurious feel that’s local, not inaccessible.
We have treatments for just about everyone and everything. From CoolSculpting® and EvolveX to shape the body, or Clear + Brilliant® for that glowing skin we’re all chasing. We even have Lumecca IPL for aging skin and sun damage, which is a total game-changer for wrinkles and hyperpigmentation. Tailored plans. Real science. A complete refresh. You deserve to look as incredible as you feel. You deserve Self Care LA.
We don’t do cookie-cutter beauty here. Self Care LA is where high-level medical expertise meets a relaxed, creative atmosphere.
We’re a premier injectables and skin care destination in the Los Angeles area, and we’re redefining what it means to look rested. Think of us as your secret weapon for glowing skin, an attractive appearance, and effortless confidence.
Under the leadership of Dr. Bharat Kothakota, our team sees everyone alike, whether you’re here for the first time or you’re a regular. Our staff undergoes specialized training to ensure the highest standards of care and expertise in every treatment. We specialize in those “did they or didn’t they?” results for both the face and body. From dermal fillers to the latest in energy-based treatments, we’re here to help you achieve a look that’s incredible but still totally you—so you leave feeling confident and radiant. New patients are always welcome to discover the difference. Contact us by giving us a call or booking your consultation online today. Let’s make it happen.
Weight loss is deeply personal and unique to everyone. And the copy-pasted plans you see online usually fall flat. At our Los Angeles area med spa, we’ve swapped the generic advice for a medically-guided approach that’s tailored to your specific body. Our weight loss programs are designed to support both your appearance and overall health, ensuring you feel your best inside and out. We also customize weight loss plans to address different age groups and age-related metabolic changes, providing solutions that work for every stage of life. It’s about expertise. It’s about finding a rhythm that fits your actual life. We build a solid plan to help you feel incredible.
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If your schedule is packed, don’t sweat it. Our consultation options include virtual visits, so you get the same top-tier medical oversight without the commute. It’s time to achieve the version of you that’s been waiting to come out.
We don’t do assembly-line beauty. At our medspa near Culver City, we’ve built a refined experience centered on the details. Dr. Kothakota and his team focus on providing a high-end, boutique feel from the second you walk in. Every journey begins with a deep-dive, complimentary consultation, where we walk you through the entire process from your initial assessment to your personalized treatment plan. All procedures are performed by licensed professionals to ensure your safety and optimal results because you can’t get incredible results without a custom map to get there.
We specialize in tailored care plans designed specifically for your lifestyle. It’s that high-end level of professional expertise, but with an accessible luxury vibe that’s authentically West LA. We’re talking about innovation in medicine that respects your natural look. A unique experience every single time you visit. It’s time you had a medical team that’s as invested in your results as you are.
In a city full of options, we’ve built our Los Angeles area practice on a foundation of real medical expertise. Our team sets the standard for what a modern medspa should be.
Dr. Kothakota isn’t your average medical director. He’s a board-certified ER Physician who found his true calling in the science of aesthetics. Throughout his career, Dr. Kothakota has demonstrated leadership in the field of medical aesthetics, building a reputation for expertise and innovation. He’s spent countless hours perfecting his craft, moving away from the chaos of emergency medicine to focus on the body and skin. He treats every procedure with the same precision he used in the ER, ensuring every person who walks in gets a look that is artfully tailored and never overdone. No surgery required. Just incredible results.
Allie is much more than just a friendly face at our Culver City hub. As a certified nutrition coach, she provides the complete education and encouragement you need to make sustainable changes. She’s here to help you achieve your wellness goals through a plan that’s built for your specific life. Her favorite moment is seeing that "I can conquer the world" smile when a patient finally feels like themselves again.
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Nurelle is a board-certified PA who believes the best aesthetic work is the kind no one can pinpoint. Trained by the country’s top injectors, she combines an artistic eye with a strictly conservative approach to highlight your natural features. She’s all about subtle refinements, ensuring you look like the best version of yourself. Her warm, welcoming energy makes every patient feel like family, making sure you walk out feeling as confident as you are well-informed.
Culver City has a pulse like nowhere else in the world. It’s creative, it’s vibrant, and it’s always evolving. We love this community, and we’ve designed our medspa to be a reflection of that same spirit. When you walk into Self Care LA, you’re stepping into a supportive, high-energy environment where your natural beauty is the star of the show. We’re not here to change you; we’re here to help you achieve your biggest aesthetic goals and enjoy the benefits of a more attractive appearance and improved confidence.
We take pride in being more than just a medical office; we’re your partner in this journey. We offer the kind of innovation and expertise you’d expect from a top-tier Los Angeles practice, but with an accessible luxury feel that’s all our own. Every procedure and every plan is built around you. We’re working every day to be the best med spa this city has seen, providing the support you need to live your most confident life. After your treatment, you’ll leave feeling confident, radiant, and ready to celebrate your beauty journey. Come in, relax, and let’s help you find your glow.
We don’t believe in "standard" beauty. We believe in results that speak for themselves. Our Los Angeles area med spa is where high-level expertise meets the absolute latest in innovation. We offer a premier suite of injectables—including Botox® and dermal fillers—that are all about precision. It’s about smoothing out wrinkles while keeping your look authentically, unapologetically you.
Want to seriously kickstart your collagen production? We’ve got the tech to make it happen. From the classic SkinPen® to the high-intensity results of Morpheus8 radiofrequency, we help you achieve a smooth, refreshed appearance. We also specialize in PRP treatments, whether you're adding it to your facial or using it for PRP hair restoration. No surgery. No downtime. Just advanced care that fits right into your busy lifestyle. It's the ultimate reset for your skin and body.
Level up your looks with Morpheus8. It’s the absolute peak of fractional radio-frequency treatments, and we’ve brought it right to the heart of the Los Angeles area. Basically, it’s the smartest way to achieve a tighter, more youthful appearance without the drama of traditional surgery. At our Culver City med spa, we use it to hit those visible signs of aging right at the source.
It works like a total reset for your skin. By combining microneedling with radio-frequency energy, Morpheus8 provides incredible anti-aging results for both the face and body. It’s the ultimate "difference maker" for skin texture and tone. No guesswork. Just advanced science that creates a more radiant version of you. If you’re looking for innovation in aesthetics that fits into your actual life, this is it. Your journey to glowing skin starts here.
Body ContouringYour hair is your signature. When it starts losing its vitality, you feel it. At our Los Angeles area medspa, we’re bringing a more intelligent approach to hair loss. PRP hair restoration is performed by licensed professionals to ensure safety and optimal results. The process involves drawing a small amount of your blood, processing it to concentrate the platelets, and then injecting the PRP into targeted areas of your scalp to stimulate hair growth. Think of it as a high-tech nudge for your hair follicles to get back to work.
Our expertise in this field means every procedure is handled with total precision. No “out of a box” solutions here. We treat our patients like the individuals they are, creating a plan that fits your lifestyle and your goals. Ready to see the difference? It all starts with a consultation to see how this natural approach can work for you. Let’s restore that incredible volume and get you back to your best self.
PRP Hair RestorationReady for a skin transformation that goes deeper than your average facial? Meet Morpheus8. At our Los Angeles area med spa, we’re using this advanced technology to literally rebuild your skin from the inside out. It’s all about smart, controlled tissue healing. By triggering a wave of collagen production, we help you achieve results that actually last. No filters needed.
Morpheus8 is the smart choice for acne scarring, pigmentation issues, and hyperpigmentation. The treatment is effective for various age groups and can address age-related concerns such as fine lines, wrinkles, and skin laxity. The process involves applying radiofrequency microneedling to targeted areas, stimulating collagen and elastin production for smoother, more radiant skin. Even those first visible signs of aging don’t stand a chance. We’ve brought this high-end innovation to Culver City because your lifestyle demands results that keep up. Natural beauty, amplified. Incredible energy. This is how you reclaim your glow and feel incredible in your own skin.
Morpheus8Think of Botox® and dermal fillers as the ultimate skincare upgrade. Not a mask, but a masterpiece. At our Culver City area practice, we use these elite injectables to smooth out wrinkles and restore volume exactly where you need it. It’s about expertise. It’s about that "just back from a long weekend" vibe. Our medical director ensures every procedure is as unique as the person in the chair.
We’re huge on education. Being informed is part of the luxury. We’ll help you navigate the range of services to find exactly what fits your lifestyle. Whether you’re looking to achieve a specific appearance or simply hit the reset button on aging, we’re here to help you shine. Your aesthetic goals are the priority. It's time to feel incredible every time you catch your reflection.
Botox & FillersIf you’re looking for the ultimate skin-clearing hack, you’ve found it. Lumecca by InMode® is in a league of its own. It’s an intense pulsed light treatment that targets acne, dark spots, and redness with serious precision. We’re proud to be the exclusive home for Lumecca IPL in the Santa Monica area. You won’t find this level of innovation at just any med spa.
It’s the perfect move for anyone in Culver City looking to hit their aesthetic goals fast. It’s incredible for reversing the clock on aging and giving your appearance that "lit from within" look. Ready for amazing results? Let’s chat about how this advanced tech can make a real difference in your life. It's time to let your natural vibrance lead the way.
Lumecca IPLWe’ve redefined the mommy makeover for Culver City life. It’s all about high-impact results without the clinical drama. Our medical director, Dr. Kothakota, has perfected a non-invasive bounce-back that fits into your actual schedule. We’re talking about amazing shifts for your body and skin, minus the hospital gown.
We pair Morpheus8 with EvolveX to target specific areas for smooth, tight skin and serious toning. We follow it up with an advanced light therapy procedure to fade out visible signs like scars or stretch marks. It’s a range of services designed to help you achieve your aesthetic goals while you keep being super-mom. Natural results. Expertise you can trust. Grab your appointments now and discover the difference.
Mommy MakeoverYour newsfeed could use a little more beauty and a lot less noise. We invite you to follow Self Care LA for a daily dose of inspiration and high-end medical expertise. From the creative heart of Culver City to your screen, we’re sharing the innovation and services that are making waves in the Los Angeles area.
Follow us to stay updated on our most popular services, from Botox to laser treatments, and get an inside look at how our team helps you achieve an incredible version of you. It’s the perfect place to find skin tips and see the natural results our patients love. Hit follow and join the community.
“The service from everyone was amazing. I am so pleased with my results. I keep going back because they treat me so well…I just can't say enough good about this place.”
C.B.
“I've been 3 times now and I always feel welcomed by the very wonderful staff, Dr. Kothakota takes the time to explain what he feels I need and what he is doing and I feel totally at ease. It's been a positive experience all the way around and I highly recommend this place...”
N.N.
“The moment you enter Self Care LA, you're greeted by the warm, friendly and helpful staff and practitioners who make the entire process as comfortable and easy as possible. The environment is clean and professional, yet relaxed and fun…I look forward to coming back to see this amazing team, and would definitely recommend this medical spa.”
J.S.W.
In a city that appreciates a good hustle, we think your beauty routine should work just as hard for you. That’s why our Los Angeles area practice is a proud partner of the Allē Rewards Program. It’s the ultimate way to earn and redeem points every time you prioritize your body and skin. If you’re a regular of ours, this program will change the game for you.
We’re all about accessible luxury, and making sure you get the most out of every procedure is part of that mission. From innovation in laser treatments to the latest injectables, the rewards just keep coming. Investing in yourself has never felt—or looked—so good. Join the program and let’s help you achieve your aesthetic goals with a few extra perks along the way.
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You’ve been thinking about it. Now, it’s time to actually do it. Investing in yourself isn’t just about aesthetics; it’s about the unshakeable confidence that comes with feeling like your best self. At our Los Angeles area medspa, we’re helping people discover a whole new level of beauty.
Our specialists bring Beverly Hills-level expertise right to the heart of Santa Monica and the surrounding areas. From targeting those first visible signs of aging to creating a smooth, glowing skin profile, our range of services is designed to help you achieve every one of your aesthetic goals. Ready to see what innovation can do for your body and skin? Book your consultation today. Let’s make that incredible transformation a reality. You deserve the support of a team that’s as obsessed with your results as you are.
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