Whether you are prepping to go to the Oscars or just the next family gathering, here are some celebrities habits that might help.
/How do those celebs' do it? They just seem to look so darn good on that red carpet! Well, their big secret is planning well in advance. Rome wasn't built in a day and neither was Cate Blanchett's incredible gown! Truth be told, most celebs' faces have been prepping for months as well! We all want to look "naturally beautiful", but most celebs do get a little help from their med spa friends.
You're Planning Ahead
Months prior to an event they aim to have any somewhat invasive treatments ie. minor plastic surgery, series of skin tightening/resurfacing sessions, deeper peels, etc. performed. Therefore, if you want to show cousin Magda who got the better gene pool, plan ahead. You may choose to book a few INTRAcel (microneedling with RF) treatments approx 2-3 months apart, or have the Green Peel Classic (an intense deep herbal peel), or alternate them for even better results. Doing a series of treatments such as these will increase collagen, plump up those lines and basically reverse the aging process. Swelling, bruising, peeling and/or pin prick scabbing may occur, and for some it might linger - however all are easily covered by make-up. Also, skin tightening treatments take time to show a visible result, taking 2-4 months. If you don’t have that kind of time, these treatments may not be the best option.
You've R.S.V.P'd and bought your dress (or Dior has shipped it to you to showcase)….
With that special event being only 3 weeks away, Botox and Fillers are a great option, shaving off 5+ years in just minutes….well sort of. It actually takes 3-5 days for the Botox to settle into the muscle. However you could bruise at the needle site and there is a small chance of needing a correction (in case you experience an excessive arch or not enough was used). You'll want to allow extra time just in case. Botox is a no brainer for most celebs wanting to minimize a few lines in the upper areas of the face. I say no brainer because it's quick, easy (yes even for the needle squeemish), and it delivers awesome results. Dr. Amber Bocknek is the physician on our team. She has 17 years of experience in injectables. Here is a link to her bio.
Filler is just that - designed to fill in any lines/wrinkles that are undesirable - INSTANTLY! Most commonly filler is used in the nasolabial fold area (smile lines), brow furrow and for lip plumping. Filler may cause some minor bruising, so typically a celeb would do this at least one week in advance of any red carpet event. If doing the lips, they would likely touch them up at least 2 weeks prior as they tend to stay swollen for a longer period of time and they may bruise or just feel tender. This is a great quick option to turn back the clock. Take that cousin Magda! Is she still using Nivea? Seriously!
Last Minute Touches
So it is the week of the Academy Awards…what would be the magic treatment? The treatment that would have people wonder - "How does she look SO good?". Ideally they would have a Microdermabrasion treatment or a light skin peel - or even both. A mini Microdermabrasion treatment followed by a light peel such as a Green Peel Fresh Up would produce awesome looking skin - Red carpet ready looking skin…..Magda envy looking skin! Hee hee.
Now for the "Glow"
Lotions and potions and most definitely SERUMS are slathered on face, neck and décolleté always - but especially prior to an event. Vitamin C and Retinol serums are still proving to be the most popular and are achieving the best results. However, as every celeb knows the 4 pillars of skin care are a must - Cleanser, Toner, Eye Cream and Moisturizer. They do not leave home without it. Book a free consultation with us to discuss the best skin care regimen for you. Once you are using the right products, your skin will glow with happiness - and so will you!
There is one more product that is the Holy Grail of skin care in the 21 century….drum roll please….can you guess?....Come on, you shouldn't even have to think about it - have we taught you nothing?….Yes! Sunscreen! They do not leave the house/mansion/penthouse suite without it. After all the $$$$ and the hours spent on turning back time - they do not want to ruin it all with the most aging of enemies - The Sun. Nor should you. Our medical brand Elta MD sunscreens are all 40+ SPF broadband (UVA & UVB), mineral based creams. These are by far the smoothest to apply and give amazing protection without the grease. Come in and pick up a sample - you will never use another brand again!
Your Inner Celebrity
While you may not be a celebrity, you might still want to feel good about yourself on a daily basis and of course for any special event. Especially when you know you will be seeing cousin Magda at the next family get together and she likes to remind you of how tired you look. Perhaps a new skin care treatment plan is in order? Your best bet is to come in for a complimentary consultation and we can discuss what your concerns are and how we can help. If you are new to receiving any skin care treatments, starting with a skin care analysis and/or a facial or Microdermabrasion treatment might be best. Please do not hesitate to speak with us. We are here to help.
…And maybe Magda will wonder how you've aged much more gracefully than she has. :)