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Weight Loss Injections: A Nutritional Therapist’s Perspective

Alison Bladh

They can be a helpful tool for some individuals, particularly when combined with a healthy lifestyle. Key Takeaways Weight loss medications such as Wegovy, Mounjaro and Retatrutide are tools, not solutions, for managing weight. While these medications offer promise, understanding their mechanisms, benefits and limitations is essential.

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The Importance of Hands-On Training in Aesthetic Medicine

AAAMS

Use cutting-edge tools and techniques safely and effectively. For instance, performing dermal filler injections during training allows practitioners to: Develop an understanding of how different fillers behave in various facial planes. Adjust injection techniques to achieve optimal results for different patient profiles.

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The Perfect Pairing: Medical-Grade Skincare and Cosmetic Injections

AAFE - American Academy of Facial Esthetics

One essential aspect of this pursuit is the relationship between medical-grade skincare and cosmetic injections. Chapter 1: Understanding the Basics of Cosmetic Injections Before delving into the connection between medical-grade skincare and cosmetic injections, let’s first understand the fundamentals of these cosmetic procedures.

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Exosomes vs PRP: Transform Your Skin Care Routine

Kim Gallo Esthetics

How PRP Works Once the platelets are isolated, they are injected into the skin, where they release growth factors that encourage collagen production and tissue regeneration. A standard PRP injection delivers 7-25 growth factors to the skin. These platelets are rich in growth factors that stimulate healing and cell regeneration.

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MY FAVORITE FACIAL DEVICES - How To Bring Professional Results Home

The Organic Esthetician

If you’ve been following the blog, my YouTube Channel , or even my Insta , you know I absolutely love facial tools. Both tools can create a relaxing massage that melts away tension and leaves skin glowing. Make sure to watch my video tutorials on how to use these tools down below. I talk about them all of the time.

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Understanding the Distinction: PRF vs. PRP in Facial Injectable Industry

AAFE - American Academy of Facial Esthetics

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the dissimilarities between PRF and PRP and explore their respective benefits within the facial injectable industry. Versatility: PRP can be combined with other facial injectables such as hyaluronic acid fillers to augment their effects and prolong their duration.

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FOREO Bear vs. NuFace Trinity: Which At-Home Microcurrent Device Is Right For You?

The Organic Esthetician

These helpful tools can take your skincare routine to the next level, elongate the effects of professional treatments, and eliminate the need for injectables and surgery. Facial devices are the future of skincare. What is Microcurrent? One of my favorite technologies to use at home is microcurrent.