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Our bodies have a remarkable arsenal of antioxidant enzymes that help in maintaining a healthy balance of reactive oxygen species (aka oxidative stress) but as

I recently listened to a podcast by Dr. William Li about using “Food as Medicine” as a guiding principle to fight obesity, disease, and assist

The holidays and new year are great opportunities to enjoy quality time with loved ones, reflect and practice gratitude. But they’re also occasions that invite

While the average lifespan in the US is currently pretty high, 72 years, our health span has declined rather significantly. Health span refers to the

New research is emerging that the real danger behind the global obesity problem is fatty liver disease or NASH (nonalcoholic fatty liver disease), and diet

The future of rejuvenation may involve using exosomes for anti-aging. It certainly appears to be the next stage in the development of rejuvenation therapy. This

Beauty and skin health radiates from the inside out. You can often treat the face by treating the gut. It’s not ALWAYS what you put

Collagen is a hot topic in the beauty sphere. It is a protein that can help keep the skin looking smooth. As age and other

As we age, the endocrine system undergoes age-related changes that negatively affect its functioning. As a result, we are more prone to disrupted sleep patterns,

A healthy skin microbiome protects against infection in much the same way a good gut microbiome does: by crowding out overgrowth of pathogenic organisms. Science

Aging is inevitable, but “inflammaging” doesn’t have to be. Coined by researchers in Italy, inflammaging is a term used to describe the kind of chronic,

We all have our vices. Healthy living, along with feeling and looking our best, has everything to do with developing healthy habits. It’s easy to

Ever wonder why some people look and act years younger than they are? I recently went out to dinner and ran into an old friend

We’ve all heard about Creatine in the fitness arena, but what exactly do we know about it’s anti-aging benefits? In a nutshell, creatine works to

WHAT IS DEHYDRATED SKIN? Your skin will lose water, yes, but lose too much water and your skin will become dehydrated, leading to a myriad

The state of our skin is essentially a reflection of what goes on inside. Balanced diet & nutrition, regular exercise, and ample rest all factor

How to control chronic stress and enjoy a long, healthy life? Recently my healthy, fit, athletic husband of 55 suddenly dropped to his knees after

Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Proteins are long chains of amino acids that are integral for a number of vital processes in

“All disease begins in the gut” ~Socrates You want good skin? It all starts with your gut. Acne, rosacea, eczema, psoriasis… just a few pesky

Most of us want to live long, healthy lives, get as old as we possibly can; but just not look like it! While we can’t

What is Autophagy? Autophagy is the method by which your cells clean out damaged cellular components, helping you produce healthier cells. “Auto” means self and

Blue Zones have provided valuable insights into how to live a long, healthy life. These happy and active communities show us the tremendous power of

We all know sugar, smoking, and excessive alcohol intake can wreak havoc on our skin along with premature aging, sagging and inflammation. Let’s talk about

Happy, happy! Two hundred blogs in almost eight years! What better way to celebrate a milestone than to celebrate Botox along with it. Botox Cosmetic

The long game. This phrase has been stuck in my head lately. I have an event at the end of April that I want to

Awhile back I wrote a blog called: How to Not Buy Disappointment: A Guide to How Much Filler You’ll Need.” This is like an annex

Hair is so important to people. It seems to be an extension of our identity or personality. It can be changed and styled to fit

My daughter, who is now 22, has recently had some acne flair ups. I’ve watched her skin go through ups and downs over the last

We are all pretty well versed on how Botox smooths the lines on our forehead, crows feet and frown lines. When used for these purposes,

This month, Botox Cosmetic turns 20! What started as a treatment for involuntary eye spasms ended up revolutionizing the anti-aging world. So this month we

A few of the staff were joking about their “double chins” the other day, and I realized we haven’t really focused on Kybella recently. Kybella

I often over hear people say that they won’t wear sunscreen because they want to get enough Vitamin D. I started looking for research on

Last week, a client inquired about which neck cream she should use, and I realized this is an excellent little blog topic! We carry three

As I’ve started getting older (47 this past week!), I’ve become curious about what factors other than sun damage affect the skin negatively; namely smoking,

We recently had a new male client come in and I heard him ask if we had any brochures that were specific to skincare and

My sister-in-law loves receiving skincare products as gifts, so I’ve been trying to think which products would be best for her. My first thoughts are:

What on earth would I do without Body Tonic and the talented ladies here? They keep me, and all our lovely clients, aging in reverse.

I’ve always LOVED face masks. Back when I was a stay-at-home mom (20+ years ago) I would stroll the aisles at the giant HEB on

It’s been almost seven years since we first introduced the Skin Ceuticals Micropeel. It was just before Thanksgiving in 2014 and I had only worked

One of the most asked questions I get is “What eye cream should I use?” Generally people want to start using eye cream when they

When considering anti-aging treatments, generally people prioritize the face over body areas. However, there are multiple injectable and non-injectable options for treating areas like the

Google anything about redheads and skin, or skincare, and you’ll get some interesting results back: “8 Ways Having Red Hair Affects a Person’s Health, From

I review our website analytics every month and ended up going down a rabbit hole with some of the info this week. I noticed that

ACL is around the corner, Halloween decorations are out, and our first cool front came through….Med spa translation: it’s officially laser season. All those brown

It’s only mid-September now, so the holidays may be far from your mind. That is, unless you’re a Christmas freak like me (and my daughter).