How to Make Your Holidays Merry and Bright … Mentally and Physically
Elvis sang about feeling blue at Christmas time—and I’m here to let you know that he wasn’t alone.
There are a variety of reasons why your days may not be merry and bright around the holiday season. It can be the jam-packed social calendar, deadlines at work, the loss of a loved one, sunless winter days, or all the above.
According to the American Psychological Association, 38% of people surveyed said their stress increased during the holiday season, which can lead to physical illness, depression, anxiety, and substance misuse.
During the holidays, self-care is more important than ever, but where to begin?
Aesthetics and Wellness can help and here’s how!
Botox or Xeomin: The observation that patients receiving cosmetic Botox had less incidence of depressive symptoms has been confirmed by several clinical studies published over the years. Botox is a neurotoxin that when injected into the belly of a muscle causes the relaxation of the muscle itself.
Botox injections are shots that use a toxin to prevent a muscle from moving for a limited time. These shots are often used to smooth wrinkles on the face.
According to the “facial feedback hypothesis” by blocking negative facial expression, the Botox can stop the negative feedback to our mood centers promoting a healthier perception of the self, resulting in mood improvement.
In other words, the inability to show negative facial expressions has a direct effect on improving our mood. Therefore, Botox treatments may be a way to counteract the winter blues and improve mental wellbeing.
Hormone Replacement Therapy: The most common symptoms associated with anxiety and depression include low energy levels, difficulty sleeping, decreased motivation and feelings of hopelessness. HRT works to alleviate these symptoms by restoring the balance of hormones in the body, which can help reduce stress and improve mood.
Facial Fillers: Whether you’re restoring lost volume in your cheeks, plumping your lips, or refining the shape of your jawline, dermal fillers create subtle, natural-looking improvements. This enhancement can lead to a renewed sense of confidence in your appearance, helping you feel more attractive and self-assured.
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Cindy Kosor – VP of Operations, Viva Med Aesthetics & Wellness
Laser Hair Removal: Laser Hair Removal is one of the most well-known, effective, and safest ways to remove hair from the face and body. Unwanted face or body hair can make a person feel embarrassed or uncomfortable. It may be difficult to maintain your self-esteem when you must frequently shave or suffer from annoying rashes, ingrown hairs, and razor bumps. The bonus is clear skin, as well as not having to shave, so you can free up time to enjoy the holiday season!
B12 Shots: B12 deficiency and low normal B12 levels are common and may be associated with depression and the inadequate response to antidepressant treatment in patients with depression. Vitamin B12 supplementation with antidepressants has significantly improved depressive symptoms. “A couple long-term studies have found that regular dosing of vitamin B12 may reduce relapse rates of depression,” says Dr. Mark A. Frye, director of Mayo Clinic Depression Center in Rochester, Minnesota, and chair of Mayo’s department of psychiatry and psychology.
Because aging well requires more than skin deep procedures, Viva Med Aesthetics & Wellness has created a space that will offer our community the resources to practice self-care by offering both Aesthetics and Wellness in one location, with an on-site physician and providers that you know and trust!
Aesthetics and Wellness can provide:
Enhanced Self-Esteem: Positive changes in appearance can boost confidence and self-image.
Improved Mental Health: Feeling good about how you look can contribute to better mental well-being and reduced anxiety or depression.
Side Note: I would like to thank Maria Ruiz, Viva Med Aesthetics & Wellness’ Laser Technician for suggesting this topic for my article.
Cindy Kosor
VP of Operations, Viva Med Aesthetics & Wellness
Greenville, NC
(252) 329-8482
VivaMedispa.com