As the seasons change, cooler temperatures and drier air can leave our eyes feeling in need of a little extra care. Just in time for fall, our friends at Kuona have introduced two new treatments designed to refresh, rejuvenate and bring welcome relief to the delicate eye area: OptiLight and OptiLift.
OptiLight is an FDA-approved IPL (intense pulsed light) treatment designed to address dry eye associated with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, a common cause of dry eye. The treatment helps calm inflammation and support healthy oil gland function, helping prevent tears from evaporating too quickly. There are no needles involved, and many patients also notice a brighter, more refreshed appearance around the eyes. For best results, a series of four sessions is recommended.
OptiLift, the newest technology from Lumenis, combines two approaches in one treatment. Radiofrequency (RF) gently heats and firms the skin while stimulating collagen, while Dynamic Muscle Stimulation (DMSt) helps retrain the tiny muscles involved in blinking. The result is an approach that supports both eye function and the appearance of smoother, firmer skin around the eyes. For best results, a series of four sessions is recommended.
Together, OptiLight and OptiLift offer a complementary approach to eye wellness. While OptiLight focuses on inflammation and healthy oil flow, OptiLift addresses muscle tone and skin quality—bringing eye health and rejuvenation together in one thoughtful treatment plan.
For those looking to extend the experience beyond the eye area, Kuona also offers full-face treatment add-ons.
Kuona is located next door to The Beekman at 115 Nassau Street. For more information, please visit www.kuonavision.com.
About Kuona
Founded by Dr. Sophia Visanji on the belief that exceptional medical eyecare should feel warm, personal, and beautifully designed, Kuona blends concierge-level service with clinical expertise. Offering comprehensive eye exams, dry eye aesthetics, and an expertly curated selection of designer and independent eyewear. Kuona is a new vision and a new eyecare experience for New Yorkers and visitors alike.
Stepping inside Kuona, guests are greeted with an atmosphere that feels more like a
boutique hotel lobby than a medical check-in. The retail space highlights a curated selection of independent brands and international designers including Cutler and Gross, Oliver Goldsmith, Peter and May alongside legacy houses like Celine and Loewe, as well as Dr Visanji’s own line, Aliana Rose. Guests can book one-to-one styling appointments, exploring frames selected specifically for them, a personalized moment that merges fashion sensibility with the attentive hospitality at the core of the Kuona philosophy.
Kuona’s latest offering includes dry eye therapy and aesthetics using Lumenis Optilight IPL (Intense Pulse Laser) and RF (Radio Frequency) with DMSt (Dynamic Muscle Stimulation) to help brighten, tighten, and lift the area around the eyes with no downtime.
As a collaboration with The Beekman’s hotel, Kuona bridges boutique
hospitality with next-generation wellness, offering an experience that feels both intimate and culturally attuned. In a moment when health-focused spaces are expanding beyond traditional categories, Kuona demonstrates how material warmth, narrative depth, and carefully choreographed service can redefine how clinical environments look and feel.
Waiting for your room to be ready? In town for a special event? Stop in to inquire about any of their services or enjoy a styling appointment to pick out your next frame.
