Getting Ready for Your IPL: What to Expect & Why It’s Worth It

By Dr. Erin Lucie, DNP If you’ve been curious about IPL (Intense Pulsed Light), you’re in good company. IPL is one of my favorite versatile treatments—whether you’re looking to fade sunspots, smooth texture, calm redness, or refine your pores. The best part? When you prepare smartly and commit to a short series, the transformative power…

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Back to You, Back to Beautiful: August at Luminate

As we ease out of summer and settle into new routines, August becomes the perfect time to reset and refocus. As a busy mom of four, I know how quickly our own self-care can get pushed aside—but your wellness shouldn’t be optional. This month at Luminate, we’re here to help you reclaim it. In honor…

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How to Prepare for Your Plasmage Treatment

If you’re scheduled for a Plasmage treatment at Luminate Clinic, first—congratulations on taking the next step toward smoother, tighter skin! Plasmage is one of my favorite treatments for fine lines, hooded lids, wrinkles, and even stubborn skin laxity. But like any treatment, prepping your skin the right way makes all the difference in your results…

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June at Luminate: Acne Awareness, Father’s Day, and the Art of Filler

June is here, and we’re welcoming summer with a fresh focus on some of my favorite topics in aesthetics—acne, injectables, and the underrated power of men’s skincare. June is Acne Awareness Month, and we’re highlighting real solutions that treat the root causes of acne, not just the symptoms. I’m also excited to invite you to our Sip…

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What Kind of Lip Filler Do We Use (and Why It Matters)

By Dr. Erin Lucie, DNP, APRN, FNP-C — Founder of Luminate Clinic in Tulsa, OK Have you ever seen a lip filler before-and-after and thought:“Wow, those lips are gorgeous…but what’s going on with the rest of their skin?” Exactly. Me too. At Luminate, we believe your lips should be the icing on the cupcake—not the…

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Rosacea Isn’t Random – It’s a Roadmap 

A Luminate Functional Wellness Perspective If you’re battling rosacea then it can be easy to feel defeated. The truth is, rosacea isn’t just a skin condition. It’s not your body betraying you. And it’s not something you simply have to “manage” forever with prescriptions and hope.  Rosacea is communication. It’s time to start listening! The…

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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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The Luminate Clinic Way: Treating Acne from the Inside Out

Woman's lower face with acne on cheeks and jawline

Hi there! Dr. Erin Lucie here, and I’m teaming up with our Functional Health Coach, Micah Lucie, to talk about something close to our hearts—acne. At Luminate Clinic in Tulsa, we’ve been helping patients achieve clear, glowing skin for years, and we’re proud of our comprehensive, combination approach to treating acne. Let’s dive into what…

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How to Break Free from Stress and Take Control of Your Health and Beauty 

Hi everyone, Micah Lucie here. While stress is an unavoidable part of life, allowing it to become chronic, or ongoing, can have far reaching effects on your mind, body, and appearance. Understanding the many forms of stress, how it affects your health, beauty, and aging, and learning actionable ways to combat it can empower you…

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