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Despite the increasing popularity of aesthetics, misinformation on fillers is rampant across social media and pop culture, so that’s why Allergan Aesthetics, an AbbVie company, released The Aesthetics Evolution: The Hyaluronic Acid Injectable Fillers Report, a first-of-its-kind industry resource created to correct misinformation, clarify misconceptions, and empower consumers and healthcare professionals alike with accessible, fact-based insights. This debut installment of The Aesthetics Evolution Report Series provides a data-driven look at the HA fillers landscape and reinforces its long-standing role in modern aesthetics.

Allergan Aesthetics and report contributor Dr. Emily Hu, Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon, talked with LifeMinute to share the facts about HA fillers and the natural-looking outcomes HA fillers make possible. 

HA is a naturally occurring molecule found in the body, most commonly skin, that helps retain the skin's natural moisture and softness. The modified HA molecules used for most dermal fillers are cross-linked, making a lattice-shaped structure that holds moisture in the skin and allows it to plump the surface from underneath. While natural HA stays in the body for less than 24 hours, cross-linked HA forms a tightly bound matrix that can last six months to two years depending on the HA injectable fillers and the injected area. Today, certain HA fillers can be used to restore definition and structure that’s been lost with age.

But like so many things today, the influence of social media is driving both positive and negative messaging surrounding HA fillers. Most of those considering HA fillers have heard, seen, or read about dermal fillers online. That’s why the HA Injectable Fillers Report was specifically designed and developed with the mission to correct inaccuracies and provide fact-based clarity.

The report marks the first in a series of deep dive research initiatives that offer meaningful perspective on the aesthetics industry at large and sheds light on the rapidly evolving HA fillers landscape in the U.S. while spotlighting the clinical advancements making HA fillers safer, more natural-looking, and tailored than ever before.

Dr. Hu says most of her patients want natural-looking results and modern techniques for HA fillers have evolved significantly, focusing on enhancing natural features, not altering identity, with a shift from “overdone” to undetectable. As aesthetic preferences continue to evolve, consumers today are leaning towards subtle, smooth, hydrated, healthy, natural looking outcomes.

You should always work with an expert, a reputable provider is critical, they understand how to use the right amounts of the right products in the right areas with the right techniques, for natural-looking results and be prepared to talk through a range of questions to ensure HA fillers are appropriate for you, along with the providers professional background and experience, before and after photos of other similar patients, and any potential risks, side effects and/or complications. Don’t forget about before and after care and finally, cost. Visit the Allē website and use the "find a provider" feature to search for licensed professionals in your area.

For more information, visit naturallyyouwithha.com to learn more about The Hyaluronic Acid Injectable Fillers Report and download your copy.

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While summer is in full swing and many parents around the country are starting to plan ahead and think about back-to-school fashion. We have the scoop on all the hottest looks and how to get amazing style at great value.

Old Navy has the whole family covered, with style that kids will love – and quality that parents can rely on. This year, sports are having a big influence on kids fashion. Both for the kids who love to play and the kids who love the culture of it. You’ll see lots of fun influences from basketball, soccer, and court sports like tennis and pickleball. Think cool enough for school but functional enough for practice and the playground.

We’re also seeing a major wave of fashion nostalgia this season—with ‘90s and Y2K styles making a huge comeback—and the kids' collection is no exception. Think: baggy pants paired with fitted tops, fun proportions to mix and match, and colors that are fresh, cool, and totally modern. Even the classics, like rugby shirts, are getting a glow-up with bold, unexpected color combos.

Old Navy has also expanded its Kid-Proof Guarantee! What was once just for uniforms now covers the entire kids’ collection. That’s right—every tee, hoodie, and pair of pants is now backed by a one-year quality guarantee.

Old Navy kids’ clothes are built to keep up and if you’re not happy with the quality you have a full year to return it for the same item in the same size, or get your money back. No stress, no fuss.

With the one-year guarantee now covering all kids’ styles, parents can feel even more confident that they’re getting real value because at Old Navy, great value means gear that goes the distance.

Back-to-school styles are officially here and hitting shelves now. Shop in stores or online and check out the Kid-Proof Guarantee at OldNavy.com or just ask a store associate next time you swing by.

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This summer, it’s all about skin that looks effortlessly radiant without the obvious signs of treatments. Discover how Hydrafacial treatments can deliver visibly firmer, smoother skin with a natural finish, with no downtime, thanks to the power of peptides, patented technology, and the Hydrafacial treatment’s signature glow.

There are so many ways to customize a Hydrafacial treatment to a client’s unique skin concerns – including with boosters. Boosters are potent formulas packed with active ingredients that target specific skin concerns, helping you achieve even better outcomes.

There is a range of over 15 boosters to choose from - with the HydraFillic with Pep9™ Booster being the latest.

The power behind the HydraFillic with Pep9™ Booster is a new, proprietary complex of nine peptides. Peptides can be found all over beauty store shelves, but it’s not just about having peptides in a formula—it’s about the right peptides, in the right concentration, delivered in a way that your skin can actually absorb and use them.

In clinical testing the HydraFillic with Pep9™ Booster was shown to deliver significant improvements in skin firmness and elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles, skin barrier health and overall hydration.

But perhaps most importantly, the booster is delivered via Hydrafacial’s vortex-fusion technology—which ensures those peptides reach the layers of the skin where they are most impactful.

To learn more about the treatment and the new HydraFillic with Pep9™ Booster or find a provider near you, visit Hydrafacial.com.

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Get ready to make an entrance this spring and summer—Old Navy is inviting everyone to dress for the occasion with its new category of elevated dresses and separates for special events. Old Navy created this new category in response to customer demand; while already a go-to for dresses, it's now also a destination for occasionwear.

The Old Navy design team, led by Sarah Holme, Head of Design, created everything in-house. Of course, legendary designer and Old Navy Chief Creative Officer Zac Posen added his expertise to refine the fit, seams, and additional details. It's truly bringing the red carpet to real life at an affordable price—and the prices are unbeatable, ranging from $24.99 to $65.99.

The collection includes 12 dresses and a matching top-and-skirt set, made with elevated fabrics like taffeta and chiffon. The prints are hand-painted by Old Navy’s in-house print team.

The design team focused on versatility, effortlessness, and confidence, key elements of the collection. One way the team achieves that is by offering sizes for everyone.

Shop the spring collection now at oldnavy.com. New summer styles launch on April 21 online and in select stores around the country, with new styles dropping throughout the year.

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Everyone knows what you wear is key to helping you stick to your fitness goals. But now it doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Beloved fashion brand Old Navy is launching a new workout wear collection, StudioSmooth to help you keep your healthy resolutions, all while looking fab. We have the skinny on the softest, most weightless active pieces from the brand to date with all the quality but a fraction of the price of your favorite leggings.

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When it comes to glowing skin, like we have been seeing all over the red carpets lately, start with a good skincare routine. Especially coming out of harsh winter months, your skin needs a little extra hydration. There is the NEW Biossance Plump + Hydrate Set.

It includes four products: their best-selling cleanser, eye cream, serum, and face cream, which work in unison to visibly plump and lift your skin. Each of these is powered by sugarcane-derived squalane—a bioengineered superpower that mimics the moisture in your skin and boosts the absorption of other skincare agents by 40x. You can feel good about using it because it’s pregnancy-safe, vegan, and just $59 exclusively at Sephora and sephora.com. It retails for more than $83, so this is a steal, right now.

Now that your skincare is in check, here is a secret to get a great glow: Milk Makeup Hydro Grip 12-Hour Gel Tint, which just launched. And there’s a 12,000-person wait list for it. It’s a beautiful super weightless gel formula that leaves skin with a smooth, hydrated glow. It has hyaluronic acid and vitamins that boost your skin's hydration level by 24%. It won’t fade, crease, or settle into lines and helps your makeup do the same to give you a smooth canvas. It comes in 15 buildable shades, up to 12 hours of coverage, and is clean and non-comedogenic. Get it for $36 at milkmakeup.com, sephora.com, and Sephora stores starting February 28th.

As for makeup trends we are seeing this red carpet season, eye shadow is back big time with lots of colors up to the brow—from metallics to smokey and pastels. Any color goes. Also hot is a red lip. 

Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/fashion/video/jamie-chung-attends-juzui-show-nyfw-after-losing-her-home-la-wildfires

Actress Jamie Chung, who lost her home to the LA wildfires, says, "We have little kids and were evacuated. It was a really scary time, but I think the most beautiful thing from this experience is realizing how awesome our community is and how people really look out for each other.”

Attending the event to support Asian designers was a welcome distraction for Chung. Creative Director Taoray Wang explores the delicate yet fierce beauty of "Winter Blooms Whispering." Wang says the cherished plum blossom is a symbol of persistence and resilience in Chinese culture, and the collection represents the strength of women who, like the winter flower, endure and thrive in the face of adversity. Rooted in the brand's signature floral-inspired vision, this season continues to celebrate the symbolism of flowers—particularly the Winter Plum Blossom, a powerful emblem of perseverance and grace. With an emphasis on reducing waste, faux fur and leather are woven into elegant yet wearable everyday pieces. 

Watch the video: https://lifeminute.tv/beauty/video/jump-start-your-body-contouring-journey

Are you struggling to rid stubborn pockets of fat that won’t budge, no matter how much you diet and exercise? Michelle Welch, a registered nurse at CoolSpa by Aethos and Clinical Training Manager for Allergan Medical Institute, sits down with Coolsculpting® Elite patient StaiSean Lyew at the LifeMinute Studios to share the inside scoop on this popular non-invasive body contouring treatment—just in time for the third annual CoolMonth celebration.

Coolsculpting® Elite is a non-invasive treatment that targets areas of stubborn fat resistant to diet and exercise by freezing and eliminating treated fat cells through a process called “cryolipolysis,” also known as fat-freezing. CoolTone is an FDA-cleared, non-invasive treatment for strengthening, toning, and firming the buttocks, abdomen, and thighs.

Each patient has a personalized treatment plan based on their specific body contouring goals. However, most patients may need at least two or more visits to achieve their desired results, which was the case for StaiSean. A lot of Coolsculpting® patients love there is little to no downtime. StaiSean was able to receive the treatments and then go back to his day.

In honor of CoolMonth, new patients may be able to claim $300 off a Coolsculpting® treatment until February 6th* or while supplies last, and patients who register for the CoolMonth sweepstakes and get treated with Coolsculpting® before March 24th will be entered for a chance to win $10,000.†

Go to alle.com/sweeps/coolmonth to learn more about the CoolMonth Sweepstakes happening now. If you want to learn more about Coolsculpting® and Coolsculpting® Elite, or CoolTone and find a provider near you, visit CoolSculpting.com and read the full Important Safety Information.

*Offers are limited time only and while supplies last. Terms and Conditions apply. Limited member eligibility applies.

†NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to Allē Members in 50 U.S./D.C.; 18+ (19+ in AL, NE; 21+ in MS). You must register online at https://alle.com/sweeps/coolmonth between 12:00:01 AM PT on 1/7/25 and 11:59:59 PM PT on 2/6/25. Treatment must occur by 3/24/25. See full Official Rules for all details and how to enter without purchase at https://alle.com/sweeps/coolmonth-official-rules.

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‘Tis the season for holiday hair and we have the perfect, most beautiful little gift for yourself and all the beauty lovers on your list! It’s Pantene Pro-Vitamin Repair Essence. It will literally reverse hair damage from the ghosts of seasons past and give it new life.

It’s a lightweight essence infused with Pantene’s signature ingredient, pro-vitamin B5. Just apply it from root to tip to penetrate hairs’ deepest layers and it creates new bonds in strands’ protein structure which will leave you with healthier, more resilient hair in just one use. It helps rebuild up to 95% of original hair strength in just 14 days.

Just like all of Pantene formulas it’s super innovative and you can use it every day on all hair types, giving you a daily dose of hair vitamins.

Get it online now on Amazon.

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With cooler temps and pumpkin-latte season in full swing, it’s the time to transition that summer beauty routine into fall. Here are some of our favorite ways to do it.

First up, hair. When your hair gets dry and brittle from the cooler weather, it needs some TLC. Our go-to is Pantene, in particular their Pro-V Miracles Collection, which includes three nutrient-packed shampoo and conditioning duos with formulas that strengthen hair bonds and repair, as well as their $60 luxury brand competitors. Of course, you can get Pantene at mass market drug and grocery stores. And there’s something for everyone, from stronger, longer, or healthier hair. Pantene’s Infinite Lengths gives you up to 90% less hair breakage. Pantene’s Miracle Bond Repair repairs 8 signs of damage, from frizz to split ends, and makes hair shiny and more manageable. If you have curly or wavy hair, Curl Define & Shine is for you. This one refreshes your natural curl pattern and locks in moisture for up to 72 hours. All of these are free of sulfated cleansers, dyes, and parabens and safe for color-treated hair. Get them for a steal at grocery and drug stores.

Now, let’s talk makeup. We're seeing bold rock star eyeliner paired with berry and cinnamon-colored eyes, lips, and cheeks. Any great look this season starts with a good canvas—and that’s healthy-looking glowing skin. The trick to ensure you always have it is a good primer that also helps your makeup last. Milk Makeup is known for its award-winning primers—you’ve probably seen the Hydro Grip Primer videos all over TikTok. They just launched a new one called Hydro Grip + Glow, which has all of the same benefits as the original but with light-reflecting pearls to give you this soft, radiant, luminous glow. It lasts for up to 12 hours. Plus, it hydrates your skin with hyaluronic acid. It’s not greasy and feels like an instant fresh pick-me-up. You can wear it alone or under your makeup for everyday or holiday party glam. Get it at Sephora for $30.

Lastly, if you don’t like to shave, Nair hair removal is great. They make it quick and easy to get rid of hair all over the body, even your face, leaving your skin soft, smooth, and hydrated. Nair lasts days longer than shaving, and they’re made of great skincare ingredients like watermelon extract & hyaluronic acid found in their Prep & Smooth, which gently exfoliates and removes facial fuzz. You can use the Nair Shower Cream right in the shower. It's made with Moroccan Argan oil and is great even for sensitive skin.