Your 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…

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Botox Aftercare Guide

Congratulations on your Botox treatment! To ensure the best results and minimize any potential side effects, it’s important to follow proper aftercare. Botox takes time to settle, and how you care for your skin in the first 24 hours can impact your final outcome. Below are some simple guidelines to help you achieve smooth, natural-looking…

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Are Fillers Better Than Botox? Dr. Lucie’s Perspective

Woman relaxes while receiving injectable treatment

As someone who has been in the aesthetics industry for 25 years—starting as an esthetician and now a nurse injector for 15 years—I often get asked, are fillers better than Botox? The short answer? They aren’t comparable! Botox and fillers serve completely different purposes, and one is not necessarily ‘better’ than the other. In fact,…

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Is Sculptra Better Than Filler? Let’s Compare

Photo of Sculptra product laid out on table

When it comes to non-surgical cosmetic treatments, both Sculptra and dermal fillers are popular options for enhancing facial appearance and reducing signs of aging. But if you’re considering these treatments, you might be wondering: Is Sculptra better than fillers? It’s not necessarily a question of which is better overall, but more of a question of which one will help…

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What Are the Negatives of Botox? Let’s Talk About Risks and Alternatives

Woman receives botox injection treatment

If you’re starting to notice fine lines and wrinkles creeping up, chances are, the first thing that comes to mind is Botox. Thanks to some seriously impressive marketing from the makers of Botox, it’s often viewed as the go-to solution for anyone looking to smooth out wrinkles. But, like with anything, there’s more to the…

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Introducing EntityMD: A Personalized Preview of Your Aesthetic Results

Woman's face with AI scanner

Photo Simulation: Try on for Size Before You Buy! At Luminate Clinic, we’re always at the forefront of technology to ensure you feel confident and empowered in your aesthetic journey. We’re excited to introduce EntityMD, an AI-powered simulator that provides a realistic preview of potential results from dermal fillers, Botox, and other treatments—all from the…

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What Exactly Does Botox Do?

Woman receiving botox treatment peacefully

As a practitioner with over 20 years of experience as an esthetician and more than 10 years as an injector, I’ve had the privilege of working hands-on with Botox and witnessing its transformative effects on skin health. While Botox is often seen as a quick fix for wrinkles, there’s a lot more to understand about…

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July Newsletter:

Embrace Gratitude and Celebrate with Christmas in July Specials! Dear Luminators, I hope this finds you well and enjoying the beautiful summer days! As we step into July, which is my birthday month, I’m filled with gratitude for each of you and the wonderful community we’ve built at Luminate Clinic. We are going to focus…

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