James Christian
April 12, 2019
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Mother’s Day is in May, so whenever that month rolls around, it's time to start thinking about your mother. While she may tell you she doesn’t want anything for her special day, she deserves at least a little something. Mothers are notorious for not caring for themselves so it’s normal for...
James Christian
April 5, 2019
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One of the first visible signs of aging is crow’s feet. These are the pesky little wrinkles that appear on the outside corners of the eyes when smiling. In a 2006 study by Aveeno, they asked women where their first sign of aging appeared. A whopping 84% answered “the area around my eyes.”...
James Christian
March 29, 2019
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The Vampire Facelift, also known as a Platelet-Rich Plasma (PRP) facial, combines microneedling with PRP to produce phenomenal results. Now, you might be asking, “What exactly is PRP?” PRP is made from your own blood, and includes just the skin-loving components. Blood is mainly made up of...
James Christian
March 22, 2019
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So, you’re planning to get married! Congratulations! I see many brides-to-be in my office year after year, and it’s right around this time that I start to get asked, “How long before my wedding should I book my appointment?” The answer depends on whether or not you’ve had BOTOX® before....
James Christian
March 15, 2019
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Lack of sleep doesn't just leave us cranky and foggy, it can affect our bodies as a whole. Long-term sleep deprivation can lead to serious consequences such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and weight gain. But what does it do to our skin? The answer is A LOT. What Happens While You Sleep...
James Christian
March 7, 2019
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When people turn 50 years old, they may see volume loss in the face and changes in firmness and elasticity of the skin. Combined, this can cause marionette lines, nasolabial folds, and cheek volume loss. Lines may also appear around the lips ("lipstick lines"), and the lips may also become thinner....
James Christian
February 27, 2019
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Many people who want to pay less for BOTOX® will search Google to see if they can buy it online. Yes, there are websites that sell it, but should you trust them? The answer is almost always "no" (with very few exceptions). Here are some hidden dangers you need to consider before making that...
James Christian
May 28, 2015
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Written by: James Christian, RPA-C Provider of Facial Fillers in NYC & Long Island Fillers are a hot topic today. From “mommy & me” groups to mainstream media, everyone seems to be getting their lips plumped and their nasiolabial folds and deep creases filled in. Did you catch the...