This week on Beauty & The Brain, Dr. Chris Croley, NP Jerry Drinkard, and NP Allie Ballew tackle common aesthetic misconceptions—perfect for Halloween season.

From the fear that Botox is toxic or “kills empathy,” to worries that dermal filler always looks fake, the hosts break down the science behind the most persistent myths in cosmetic medicine. They also explore Vampire Facial & Vampire Facelift (PRP) treatments, collagen-stimulating procedures, platelet-derived growth factors, and how expectations differ across age groups and skin quality.

Whether you’re an injector, beauty professional, or just curious about regenerative aesthetics, this episode offers clear, practical insight into the truth behind non-surgical cosmetic procedures.

✅ Topics Covered

• Botox “poison” + safety myths
• Neurotoxins + empathy claims
• Will filler make you look overdone?
• Understanding Vampire Facials + PRP
• Collagen stimulation + timelines
• Platelet-derived growth factor (ariessence)
• Does Botox affect sexual function?
• Do you have to keep getting Botox forever?

✅ Featured Procedures

• Botox / Dysport / Xeomin
• Hyaluronic acid filler
• PRP / PDGF
• Vampire Facial & Vampire Facelift
• Microneedling

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