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Prevent Wrinkles and More Botox Used in Numerous Medical Applications
Botox is most commonly known for smoothing frown lines and crow’s feet, but scientists continue to find more applications for the flexible substance. Wrinkle prevention is one of the top un-sung qualities of Botox. When injected into muscles, Botox prevents them from contracting. As it’s usually used in the face, that means Botox prevents muscles that form wrinkles and shadows between the eyebrows and at the corners of the eyes from contracting. This quality both reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles and, when administered earlier in life, prevents them from forming in the first place. Doctors can cause other effects by injecting Botox, or onabotulinumtoxinA, in other areas. Adults with chronic migraines have
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Doctors continue to find new applications for the unique properties of Botox, or onabotulinumtoxinA.
Amerejuve Galleria Offers Expertise, Warmth
The Amerejuve Galleria team offers expertise and warmth with a focus on customer service.
For Graciela Vargas at Amerejuve Galleria, warmth and knowledge are the keys to a successful medspa. Vargas focuses on educating herself, her staff, and her clients to ensure clear communication, smooth procedures, and fantastic results. Graciela One of her favorite parts Vargas, of the job, she said, is Manager offering solutions to some of her clients’ deepest
concerns. “I want to give the hope where they didn’t have hope before,” she said. “Pretty much any client who walks in here, we have something for them.” Vargas said some of her favorite treatments are body contouring procedures, such as VASER Shape, which use technology to reduce circumference and even cellulite. “VASER gives you that instant grati
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Amerejuve Named Top Booth at Wedding Show The Houston Bridal Extravaganza Show recognized Amerejuve MedSpa and Cosmetic Surgery as the best health and fitness booth at their January event. Amerejuve has participated in the show for three years, offering prizes, show specials, and unique services. “Our booth is always popular at the show. The Wheel of Beauty is a fun way for us to connect with brides and their families, and it allows them to learn about our services,” said A bride celebrates winning MedTim Brinkley, Vice President of Marketing for Spa services at the January 2014 Bridal Extravaganza. Amerethe MedSpa.
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Fit Focus
juve’s booth was recognized by event organizers.
Stay Trim While You Travel with these Easy Tips
By Saba Umar Amerefit Nutritionist
Many people pay the price of their good nutrition falling apart when traveling. It’s actually not that difficult to stay on track with your health habits while traveling. Just a little bit of planning is all that is required: Air Travel: 1. Make sure you keep drinking lots and lots of water while you are on that long flight. That artificial airplane environment dehydrates the body which takes days to get back to normal. So to get over that jetlag and travel fatigue faster, drink water while on the flight. 2. Carry healthy snacks like protein bars with you. If you are traveling with a younger child, you are allowed to bring a lot of snacks with you. Road Travel: 1. Stock up:; everyone likes to munch on something while on a road trip. But it doesn’t have to be salty chips. Amerefit provides tasty protein bars and chips for their clients, but even apart from that, unsalted nuts and dry fruits are a good idea. 2. Carrot sticks, hummus, sliced turkey, string cheese, or hardboiled eggs in a cooler are all good options. Water Travel: This can be the trickiest, but keeping dry snacks with you in
Planning ahead is the key to healthy eating during summer travel.
your baggage can at least help you with keeping on track as far as snacks are concerned. Wherever and whatever means you travel by, regular and healthy snacking is the key to staying fit so you don’t overeat on the wrong kind of meals in case you have no option. To schedule a free consultation with Amerefit, call (713) 781-7332. ■
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BRIDAL AWARD, from Page 2 Make your moment beautiful, confident, and flawless.
At right, even flower girls enjoy the action at the Amerejuve booth at the Bridal Extravaganza.
Amerejuve usually gives away thousands of dollars in prizes at the bi-annual event, including gift certificates for laser hair removal, body contouring, facials, and more. Amerefit, Amerejuve’s personalized weight and wellness program, also offers freebies and discounts. “We strive to create a fun, welcoming, exciting experience at our booth,” said Brinkley. “We’re proud to continue being a part of the Bridal Extravaganza and part of weddings all over Houston.” Amerejuve will have a booth at the next Bridal Extravaganza Show on July 18 and 19th, and plan to defend their title as top booth in the health and fitness category. Amerejuve offers services tailored to helping men and women look and feel their best at their wedding, whether as the bride and groom, the bridal party, or as guests. Amerejuve’s rejuvenating services offer solutions to a number of concerns, helping clients gain confidence and rejuvenation for any important event and beyond. To schedule a free consultation, call (713) 960-6262. ■
Far right, the booth draws a crowd at the January Bridal Extravaganza Show. Amerejuve attends community events throughout the Houston area.
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fication,” she said. Many clients are also excited by the procedure, she said, and enjoy both quick benefits and long-term results. “Their husbands are noticing the difference when they get home,” she said. Vargas has worked in the aesthetic industry for 10 years in different capacities, from plastic surgery and dermatology to diet counseling. She appreciates the broad array of services at Amerejuve, from body contouring, laser hair removal, and skin rejuvenation to cosmetic surgery. Vargas added that she researches extensively to offer the best information to her clients. She strives to ensure clients understand the technology, why it works, what
to expect, and how to best allocate their budget. Vargas has undergone many of the medspa treatments she recommends, so she can provide personal insight. “I love what I do,” she said. “I don’t think I’d ever change my field.” Outside of work, Vargas enjoys karaoke and spending time with her two daughters, who are 11 and 8. She said, both in and out of work, she strives to be an example. “I want them to be business women. Good morals, good hearts, patience, all those things that will make them successful,” she said. Amerejuve Galleria is is located at 2800 Sage Road, Suite 200. To schedule a free consultation, call (713) 960-6262. ■
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Surgery Suite What Changes Can I Make to My Nose with Rhinoplasty?
The nose is made of a combination of bone and cartilage which can be altered to achieve different results.
Above, before and after pictures illustrate the dramatic chances of a rhinoplasty.
Nose reshaping, or Rhinoplasty, is one of the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures. While it’s often thought of as a purely cosmetic procedure, the surgery is also used to correct birth defects in the nose, nose injury, or breathing problems. The nose is made of bone at the bridge of the nose and is made primarily of cartilage toward the tip. Both the bone and cartilage contribute to the overall shape of the nose and can be altered as part of the procedure.
lage transplants or artificial implants to achieve the desired results. Clear communication with the surgeon is vital to ensuring good results. The nose is a prominent feature of the face, so changes to the nose can have a dramatic effect on the patient’s overall look. As with any surgery, it’s important to work with an experienced plastic surgeon. To schedule a free consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon, call (713) 960-6262. ■
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In a rhinoplasty, the surgeon reshapes, removes, or recontours the bone and cartilage of the nose. A rhinoplasty can change the shape of the tip of the nose, the width of the nose, the angle between the tip and the upper lip, size of the nose, and the span of the nostrils. The procedure can also correct structural defects or previous injuries. The type of procedure used will depend on your goals and the existing structure of the nose. Rhinoplasties may be open or closed, and they may utilize carti-
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CoolSculpting destroys fat cells using cold, and it takes several weeks to see the full results. The cold targets just the fat cells, leaving surrounding tissue untouched. The results become noticable as the body works to remove the fat cells and purge them permanently from the body. While the cells are removed, without a healthy nutrition and exercise routine, the body can still store extra fat and may undo the results over time. With healthy living, however, the benefits have been shown to last for years.
While it takes multiple treatments with laser hair removal for significant, permanent hair reduction, each treatment is usually accompanied by a blissful shave-free period. The treated hairs shed out, with a little help from exfoliation, and it takes time for the next hair growth cycle to start. Allowing that you should avoid sun exposure for two weeks after your treatment, a laser hair removal treatment two or three weeks before the trip will hit the sweet spot to reduce the need to shave on your trip.
Body contouring works with the body’s natural lymphatic system to purge fluid, lipids, or fat cells themselves, which generally takes a few weeks to see results. The exact time-frame depends on the specific service. VASER Shape can smooth cellulite and lumps with immediately noticeable results that are enhanced by additional treatments. These results are prolonged by healthy eating, exercise, and good hydration by drinking water. Plan a consultation to decide the best option for you.
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Keep Yourself Covered Don’t Mix Tanning, Laser Hair Removal
One of the key instructions for pre- and post-treatment care for laser hair removal is to avoid sun exposure and tanning. While following those instructions can be tricky during the summer, they are important guidelines to follow to ensure an effective, safe treatment. For safety reasons, Amerejuve MedSpa does not treat clients who have been exposed to the sun or tanning beds during the two weeks prior to each treatment session. It’s also strongly recommended to wait two weeks after each treatment before prolonged exposure to the sun or tanning beds. Laser hair removal reduces hair growth by targeting the hair follicle with light energy. This energy damages the hair, but the lasers are carefully calibrated to deliver energy to the hair and not the surrounding skin. However, skin that has been exposed to the sun Tanning or prolonged sun exposure within two weeks of a laser hair removal or to a tanning bed will produce more melanin treatment, either before or after, can cause an adverse reaction. pigment, which attracts energy from the laser. That means that an otherwise safe treatment of Before Every Laser Hair Removal Treatment, Ask laser hair removal may cause an adverse reaction Yourself These Questions: on skin that has been recently exposed to the sun or a tanning light. Similarly, sun exposure followHave you had continuous sun or tanning bed exposure in ing the laser hair removal treatment can cause the past 2 weeks? an adverse reaction now that the skin has been sensitized by the laser treatment. Adverse reactions can include hyper-pigmenDo you plan to have continuous sun or tanning bed expotation, burns, and even scarring. This is why we sure in the next 2 weeks? caution to avoid sun exposure or tanning for two weeks before and two weeks after any laser hair Are you on antibiotics? removal treatment. We also cannot treat those who have taken light sensitizing, or photosensiAre you on a photosensitizing medication? tizing, medications. If you really want the tanned look, consider Has it been less than 4 weeks since your last laser hair regetting a spray tan after your treatment. You’ll moval treatment? just want to plan to have your skin back to your natural color in time for your next laser hair reAre you pregnant? moval treatment to ensure best results and a safe treatment. Amerejuve also does not treat clients who are If you answered yes to any of the above, reschedule your on antibiotics or pregnant. laser hair removal treatment. These guidelines ensure the To schedule a consultation or to ask questions safety and effectiveness of your treatments. about laser hair removal, call (713) 960-6262. ■
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BOTOX, from Page 1 found relief with Botox injections in muscles in the head and neck. Chronic migraines are defined as 15 or more headache days in a month, with each headache lasting at least 4 hours. In studies, Botox was found to reduce headache days by up to nine. For adults with significant, frequent headaches, this is a major improvement. Scientific American reported that an initial study shows Botox may help treat depression. In the study, individuals resistant to anti-depression medication were instead given a traditional Botox treatment to prevent frowning in the forehead. Those injected with Botox showed a 47 percent decrease in depression symptoms, as opposed to 9 percent of those injected with a placebo. More study is needed, but the current theory is that negative facial expressions may help contribute to negative feelings, not just communicate them. By preventing those facial expressions, Botox stopped the feedback signal coming back to the brain. Individuals experiencing overactive bladder have also found help by using Botox. In this treatment, Botox is injected into the muscles of the bladder to reduce uncontrolled contraction and increase the holding capacity of the bladder.
Amerejuve MedSpa only offers Botox for cosmetic uses, but the substance continues to prove itself useful in many other ways. To schedule a consultation or appointment for Botox, Dysport, Juvederm, or other cosmetic injectables offered at Amerejuve, call (713) 960-6262. ■
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What do you do at Amerejuve? I’ve been in event marketing, but traveling around Houston has been a little rough. Now I’ve got a new gig as the voice of Amerejuve! You’ll hear me calling with special offers and to follow up on your appointments. When you hear my voice on the line, we really appreciate your feedback to help us provide the best possible service. Roxy Really, we want to hear from you. Don’t Baldwin hesitate to give us a call at (713) 960-6262 if you ever have any questions about your treatment, at-home care, or just to check on the latest specials.
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What should I expect after an eMatrix treatment? eMatrix puts a small “matrix” of energy into the skin, encouraging the growth of collagen and skin cells to smooth wrinkles, scarring, and stretch marks. The skin will feel warm or hot for up to a few hours, and it’s important to leave the treated skin alone for at least 12 hours – that means no products or cleansers. Starting the day after treatment, you can use makeup and gentle cleansers. Within a day or so, you’ll start to see the tiny dots on the skin. The dots may be colored or not, depending on your skin. Any coloring will normally fade after a few days and can usually be hidden easily with makeup. The results of eMatrix improve over time as your skin works to produce the new collagen and cells. Come in for a consultation to see if eMatrix is a good choice for you. Have a question for Roxy? Ask her! editor@amerejuve.com
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Why Wear Sunscreen? This One Step Offers Numerous Benefits By Christina Presnall Product Expert What are the top five reasons I believe everyone should wear sunscreen? 1. The ozone layer is depleting, and your body needs shielding from harmful rays. 2. Skin cancer rates are on the rise, and sunscreen has been proven to decrease the development of skin cancer. 3. Sunscreen helps prevent facial brown spots and skin discolorations. 4. It also helps to reduce the appearance of facial red veins and blotchiness. 5. It slows down the development of wrinkled, prematurely aging skin. To find the right product to prevent or repair sun damage, schedule a free skin consultation at (713) 960-6262. ■
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