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Just a quick update... and let's talk skin care
So, I was using a particular skin care line that was not doing much for my skin. I was starting to notice a little bit of sag again, and just a tired look overall. So last week I went and had a facial which helped plump my skin a little bit. Then, I revamped my skincare. As much as I don't want to spend a flipping fortune on skin care, why spend money on a facelift if I'm not going to take care of it? The first key to helping your skin is to stay hydrated. I am hugely guilty of being perpetually dehydrated. So I've had to remind myself to drink lots and lots of water and flavor it with whatever because I hate drinking water. The next Heat to keeping your skin healthy is to always wear sun protection. I usually have some kind of sun protection on so that's not really an issue. I prefer a mineral block protection over a chemical sunscreen personally - but that is because of a personal history of cancer. The new line of skin care that I am using is called Eminence. I am using their strawberry rhubarb serum an Arctic Berry moisturizer during the day, and then at night I am using the spa line Hydropeptide Nimini cream. Within 3 days I noticed a huge difference in my skin!
I hope you are all doing well out there! I still have some diminished sensation on my cheeks right in front of my ears as well as on the top of my head . But overall I can feel the top of my head - it's just less than what would normally be felt there. It hasn't been a year yet and I'm not worried. Even if it stays like this, it would have been worth it!
Nearly 6 months!
One last photo from today!
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So far, I think I am going to be SO happy with my facelift, tricophytic brow lift, and SMAS lip aug. I originally contacted Dr. Bitner in 2010 via email just a couple months after my prophylactic hysterectomy secondary to a personal and family history of breast cancer. Let me just tell you - estrogen is extremely important for maintaining youthful skin!!! Anyway, Dr. Bitner has always been very approachable and honest. In 2010, he gave me his honest opinion that I was not ready for a facelift yet and gave me other options if I chose to do them (I didn't - I just bided my time). This past year, I finally got to consult with him in person and after some wavering on my part, I decided to go through with it. Although the recovery is a little more laying around than I like, and with some initial nausea, I know it is going to be worth it. My brows are up, my jawline looks like it will be 20 years younger, and I think once my lips start moving normally again, they are going to be amazing, because I will actually have some! The thing I love the most about Dr. Bitner is that I can talk to him - he never comes off as if something I have said is outrageous and he is more patient than I could ever expect. I am happy to spread the word about this great experience. Oh - I almost forgot about how fabulous his staff is! Everyone is approachable, kind, and professional. Great experience - and with a history of breast cancer plus working in the health care field, I have had more experience with medical professionals than I ever wanted, so I have a lengthy list for comparison!