Hey gorgeous! ☀️

After years of jabbing faces (professionally, obviously), I've got storiessss. Like Sarah, 34, who stopped taking pics with her kids because of her "angry 11s." 20 units of botox later? She's back to selfie queen status.

What's the deal: Botox edition

Think gentle pause button for your face muscles. Blocks nerve signals → relaxes muscles → bye-bye dynamic wrinkles. Typically takes 2-7 days to kick in, lasts 3-6 months.

Plot twist: Long-term use actually shrinks muscles. Four years of masseter Botox stopped Meghan’s teeth grinding AND gave her a jawline that could cut glass. I’m talking SCULPTED!

Giving you the science on wrinkle reduction so we can really be forever 29

The “PREVENTION” vs. “CORRECTION” Drama

Twin sisters, both 28… Emma (outdoor worker) had deep forehead wrinkles (side note: sun exposure makes you age faster…a lot faster). Kate (office dweller) had zero lines. Same genes, different skin. There's your answer to "when should I start?"

Emma can definitely see results in her face at rest after botox. Kate would see results when making emotions and would keep etched lines at bay for years to come.

My 36-year-old teacher gets tiny crow's feet touches because she's constantly squinting at whiteboards and computer screens. My 45-year-old stressed accountant needed the full refresh package. It’s your face, and your timeline.

Fillers: The volume comeback story

Patricia, 52, felt "invisible." One filler syringe in her cheeks later, she's crying happy tears in my mirror. That's the filler magic – instant structure restoration.

But real talk: Carolyn wanted to erase her smile lines completely with filler. Had to break it to her that some lines need Botox, some need filler (really deep ones), some just need realistic expectations and good skincare. Next week, we’ll talk microneedling for permanent wrinkle removal.

THE TEA: Who should (and shouldn't) use botox/fillers

Green light for someone like Rachel, 38, who said "I want to look as good as I feel inside." Realistic goals = happy results.

🚩 Pump the brakes: 22-year-old wanting Instagram filter face IRL.
Let’s have a self-love chat instead.


MY PROFESSIONAL HOT TAKE

Start with skincare, people. Amy, 36, did six months of retinol before we touched Botox. and two rounds of microneedling. The results were Chef's Kiss!!

Timing is everything. Brides get 6-week minimums. No exceptions. (Nobody wants little eye bruises from tox or lip bruising from lip filler for their wedding photos. Yikes.)

The Bottom Line

From my 31-year-old bartender preventing lines to my 59-year-old mental health professional refreshing her look – it's about being your best self. Drop your questions via text 330-97705788 – I've probably seen your exact situation!

– Jacqueline, RN Your aesthetic nurse with all the tea ☕

P.S. Names changed for privacy, stories 100% real

You have questions, we have answers

 SKINCARE IS KEY:
1. USE A GENTLE CLEANSER (for most people: just at night)
2. MOISTURIZE!!!!
3. RETINOL
4. Pro Treatments like Botox, Filler and/or Microneedling (next week’s deep dive)

Want to know if botox or filler are right for you?
Use this link to schedule a free consult, in-person or over the phone.


Wrinkle Prevention, Wardrobe Edition

Fashion & Fillers: Know Your Personal ‘Refresh’ Formula

Let’s be honest—we all love a good refresh. Whether it’s Botox, filler, skincare, or style, there’s something about making small tweaks that keep you looking (and feeling) like the best version of yourself.

But here’s the thing: just like aesthetic treatments, your wardrobe refresh should be personal—not about chasing trends or doing a full closet overhaul. It’s about making thoughtful, simple updates that help you feel polished, confident, and fresh, without the stress.

Your Style ‘Refresh’ Formula Might Be As Simple As:

Swapping heavy fabrics for lighter, softer textures (think: linen, cotton gauze, effortless draping)

Adding one new accessory—a bold pair of earrings, a layered necklace, or a fun bag—to wake up your basics

Rotating in a new lipstick shade or nail polish color that feels seasonally fresh

Saying yes to oversized sunglasses or a wide-brim hat (bonus: protects your face from squinting and sun damage, too)

At the end of the day, aging gracefully isn’t about doing all the things—it’s about doing the right things for you. Sometimes that’s Botox or filler, sometimes it’s SPF and facial massage, and sometimes? It’s just switching up your go-to outfit formula so you don’t feel stuck in a rut.

So here’s your permission slip to hit refresh—on your face and your fashion. Look good, feel good, live well. That’s the goal.

Stay glowing,
Lacey

The Wrap Up:

Use gentle skin care consistently. DO NOT USE SOAP on your face.
Try something like this instead. Use botox to minimize movement to prevent deeper lines or to smooth smaller ones. Use filler for areas that need volume restoration such as deep lines or area with lots of collage loss.

We like this cleanser below

AND…Avoid the sun and use SPF daily (even if in the car or inside near windows). The best defense is protection…not to sound like a broken record lol

Ready to REVERSE AGE with the help of the PROS?
If you’re in need of a full-blown wrinkle removal strategy, we can help. Let’s talk.

Filler for chin balance; botox for sculpted jaw

Have an amazing week!

Jacqueline, RN
Founder, AgelessIQ

P.P.S. Forward this to that friend who thinks wrinkles are just par for the course. She’ll thank you for this anti-aging nugget!

About the Author
Jacqueline, RN

Jacqueline is a MedSpa owner, nurse for 13 years, skincare creator and biohacking nerd who hopes to turn science and self-care into your weekly dose of “how to make a boring glass of water feel fancy”

Lacey Beachum, Beauty & Style Editor

Lacey is a teacher, proud boy mom, and seasoned beauty professional with over a decade of experience as a personal stylist and direct sales leader. She is dedicated to empowering women to feel confident, capable, and beautiful at every stage of life. Her mission is simple: to make self-care approachable, style authentic, and confidence something every woman can claim as her own.

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