Getting started

The truth is, great skin isn't built overnight, and there's no one-size-fits-all approach. But there is a logical progression that can help you achieve your best skin while building confidence along the way.

Think of it as a journey with three main stops: mastering your home routine, exploring targeted treatments, and maintaining your results with professional care.

Foundation First: Your Home Care Routine

Before we talk about anything fancy: if your at-home routine isn't solid, nothing else will give you the results you're hoping for. This is your daily foundation, and it's where the magic begins.

Your skin needs consistency more than it needs complexity. A good cleanser that doesn't strip your skin, a hydrating serum with antioxidants (think Vitamin C), a moisturizer that feels moisturizing but not oily, and sunscreen (yes, every single day) are non-negotiables. From there, you might add retinol for texture and fine lines.

The key is giving your routine time to work. We're talking months, not weeks.

Your skin cells take about 28 days to turn over, but here's what's exciting: once you perfect your home routine, you'll notice your skin becoming more resilient and responsive to other treatments.

Next Level: Targeted Injectable Treatments

Using wrinkles relaxers like Botox or Dysport isn't just about erasing wrinkles – it's about preventing them from getting deeper in the first place. Those expression lines from squinting, frowning or RBF can be softened before they become permanent fixtures. The key is working with someone who understands natural-looking results.

Dermal fillers are different but can be equally transformative. They can restore volume we naturally lose over time and smooth certain lines. The goal is always enhancement based on your natural anatomy.

The Finishing Touch: Quarterly Professional Treatments

Here's where we really optimize your results. Professional resurfacing treatments like fraxel or microneedling aren't daily commitments but rather they're strategic seasonal tune-ups that address what your home routine and injectables can't quite reach like forcing the skin to rebuild itself stronger and increase collagen production.

Think of treatments like chemical peels, microneedling, or laser resurfacing, or IPL as hitting the reset button on your skin's texture and tone. They can address sun damage, smooth out roughness, minimize pore size appearance, and increase your skin’s healthy glow.

The beauty of quarterly treatments is that they work with your skin's natural renewal cycle. You're not overwhelming your skin with too much too often, but you're giving it regular boosts that compound over time. Each treatment builds on the last, creating cumulative improvements that can be genuinely dramatic over the course of a year.

Your Timeline, Your Comfort Level

Maybe you're someone who wants to perfect your home routine first before considering anything else. Or perhaps you're ready to explore injectables now while you're building better daily habits.

The most important thing is feeling informed and comfortable with each step. Good practitioners will never pressure you to do more than you're ready for. They'll meet you where you are and help you create a plan that feels right for your lifestyle, budget, and goals.

If you're feeling ready to take that first step, remember that the best results come from consistency and patience, not from trying to do everything at once. Start with one change; whether that's upgrading your sunscreen, committing to that retinol, or booking a consultation to learn about which professional treatments are the best option for you!