SELF CARE
Where to Start with Luminate Clinic and Why A Quality Consultation Matters
At Luminate, one of the most common things we hear is: “I know I need to start taking better care of myself… but I don’t know where to begin.” Good news? You’re in the right place—and the truth is, there’s no one way to start. Whether you’re ready to dive in with a full transformation…
Read MoreWhat is Functional Wellness?
Your Body’s Blueprint for Lasting Health When was the last time you felt really good—like wake-up-excited, clear-headed, full of energy, fully alive good? While most men and women come to our clinic initially for skin health and rejuvenation, what we find is that most are in a place where feeling their “best” has become more…
Read MoreYour Ultimate Wedding Glow-Up Guide: What to Do and When to Do It
Whether you’re the bride, part of the wedding party, or just want to glow in the group photos, great skin doesn’t happen by accident. It happens by planning ahead—and that’s where we come in. At Luminate, we specialize in creating custom pre-wedding skin prep plans that leave you glowing, lifted, and radiant—not frozen, puffy, or overdone. This guide will walk…
Read MoreStress Isn’t Just in Your Head – It’s In Your Body
Reclaim Your Calm this National Stress Awareness Day At Luminate Functional Wellness, we believe stress isn’t something to “just live with.” It’s something you must learn to understand and master—because unmanaged stress doesn’t just impact your mood… it can quietly wreck your metabolism, hormones, gut, and brain. And the truth is, most people don’t realize…
Read MoreYou’re Invited: Join Us For Our Biggest Sales Event Of The Year!
Join us on Thursday, May 15th for a special sales event built around growth, gratitude, and glowing skin. Hi everyone, Dr. Lucie here! I want to personally invite you to our Buy The Building Sales Event on Thursday, Mat 15th to celebrate our growth while enjoying huge savings. This is more than just a sales…
Read MoreCircadian Rhythm Optimization After Daylight Saving Time
Daylight Saving Time (DST) disrupts more than just our clocks—it throws off our body’s internal timekeeping system, known as the circadian rhythm. If you’ve been feeling sluggish, struggling with sleep, or noticing changes in mood and energy levels, you’re not alone. Our Functional Wellness Team deals firsthand with how these seasonal shifts impact metabolic function,…
Read MoreWhy “Trying Harder” Won’t Fix Your Health (And What Actually Will)
If you’re like most of our functional wellness clients, it may seem like you’ve tried everything to make positive health changes, only to be stuck in the same place (or feeling worse!). You’ve counted the calories, cut the carbs, swapped the sodas, and bought the supplements. And yet… You’re wiped out each day, with your energy…
Read MoreRethinking Exercise: Why Movement Is Key to Sustainable Health
For many people, exercising is something they know they should do but have a difficult time getting started or staying consistent. Part of the issue is that exercise gets tied with how we look in the mirror. We want to feel confident when others see us. Losing weight, gaining more muscle, or “getting toned” are…
Read MoreBurnout Proof: How to Recharge, Reset, and Build Resilience for Life’s Challenges
Burnout isn’t just about working too much. It’s about giving more than you’re giving back – mentally, physically, emotionally. You end almost every week completely exhausted and when Monday comes around again, your motivation is drained and even the simplest of tasks seem overwhelming. Sound familiar? Here’s the good news: burnout doesn’t have to be…
Read MoreDoes Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Work? Here’s Everything You Need to Know
Ladies, let’s talk about something that doesn’t get nearly enough attention—vaginal health. Whether it’s childbirth, aging, or hormonal changes, the delicate tissues in that area can lose elasticity, leaving many women feeling less confident and sometimes even uncomfortable. The great news? Laser vaginal rejuvenation is a non-invasive, pain-free solution that has helped countless women restore…
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