COVID-19 has changed the world as we know it, but despite the abrupt shift, we’re all making moves to re-emerge from this moment even stronger than before.
This collective pause has forced us to hit the reset button and reimagine our lives as we begin to contemplate how we are going to move forward in creating a “new normal.”
In a world of unknowns, one thing we do know for sure is that having conversations is key to navigating and creating our new version of normalcy, and how we move through the world from here.
So, we invited Board-Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Evan Rieder; Writer, Comedienne, and New York Times Best-Selling Author, Jenny Mollen; and Contestant from “The Bachelor,” Tayshia Adams to speak on the topic of “Investing in Yourself to Create a New Normal,” powered by Allergan Aesthetics™, an AbbVie Company at our recent Beauty Summit.
Read on to hear their advice on how we can all re-emerge from this moment and reimagine our routines in this “new normal.”
On life in quarantine…
“Now, more than ever we are connecting with ourselves and each other to ask the difficult questions. What is surprising is sometimes those difficult questions really are as simple as, ‘How are you, and what have you been up to?’ and truly meaning it.” — Dr. Evan Rieder
“I personally find that setting time aside to do something for myself is important, but so many women I know feel guilty taking time for themselves.” — Jenny Mollen
On being forced to sit still…
“As a busy professional, who happens to also be a wife and mother, there are a lot of demands on my time. Pressing pause is totally worth it, even if that means being okay with Jason picking out the kids’ clothes!” — Jenny Mollen
On re-emerging from quarantine in a post-COVID world…
“I think it is all about balance. This experience has taught us all that we need to be careful but at the same time, we need to get back to our normal routines. I started off pretty easy with going to the places I felt most comfortable, so visiting friends and family. As I felt more secure and got into the groove of masking up, I ran to get my hair and nails done, and to see my dermatologist for BOTOX® Cosmetic (onabotulinumtoxinA)! My doctor also happens to be a friend, so it was fantastic to be able to see her again. I am ready to talk about re-emerging, but these pesky moderate to severe forehead lines can stay in quarantine!¹” — Jenny Mollen
On getting back to your normal routine…
“I’ve been receiving treatment for years and it has been a part of my ongoing routine. I still look like me, just with fewer lines¹. Which is important to me both personally and professionally.” — Jenny Mollen
“I agree with you regarding BOTOX® Cosmetic. Since treatments were on hold for the last four months, I have had countless patients booking appointments within the last few weeks.¹ BOTOX® Cosmetic has been a staple in my toolbox for years and has shaped the way I consult my patients on temporarily improving the appearance of moderate to severe crow's feet, forehead lines and frown lines.¹” — Dr. Evan Rieder
On seeking aesthetic treatment right now…
“Some of you may feel personally ready for treatment but are wondering—is this the right time for aesthetic treatments? Am I vain for wanting an aesthetic treatment right now? I don’t think so! And during this time, when we are all masked on our lower faces, it’s all eyes on the forehead. So with increased scrutiny on the muscles of the forehead people tend to focus more on our lines – often misinterpreting social interactions and sometimes perceiving others as angry or worried because of overactivity of the muscles of the upper face and uncertainty whether a smile or frown lurks below the mask.
“What a lot of people don’t realize is that BOTOX® Cosmetic is the only product of its kind FDA-approved to temporarily improve the appearance of moderate to severe forehead lines, crow’s feet lines, and glabellar lines in adults. Physicians have relied on it for more than 18 years to deliver precise, predictable results. ¹ ²” — Dr. Evan Rieder
On making time for “me time”…
“I agree with what Jenny said! You must take your ME time! Life is too precious, and we can’t burnout. For me, I love playing with makeup and creating different looks. It is fun to try something new, and I recently went to my doctor to learn about JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC, an injectable filler, to add subtle volume to my lips!³ It is something I considered for a while and after learning more and talking to my provider, I decided to go for it. With optimal treatment, it lasts up to a year, so I am still happy with my results today! It has been one less thing I have to worry about during this time.³” — Tayshia Adams
On the most requested aesthetic treatments…
“Lips are a really popular request in my office—even at this time. We have to remember that while we are wearing masks in public, we take them off in private. Lips are an intimate area that we often get treated for ourselves. I use JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC or JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC to help create a subtle pout while still offering natural-looking results.³ ⁴ I prefer to tailor the treatment based on the individual’s desired outcomes and The Collection has a variety of dermal fillers that are specially designed to add volume to specific areas of the face.” — Dr. Evan Rider
On getting back to you…
“It can feel like the days all blurred together in quarantine, so I really leaned on my routines for structure and clarity. Quarantine has forced all of us to re-evaluate what’s important in life. I’d be lying if I didn’t admit that with my excitement of re-emerging from quarantine comes an element of trepidation, too. And I’m certainly not alone in that feeling.” — Jenny Mollen
“It’s also about taking those simple steps of safety precautions. Yes, it might be tedious and an extra 10-15 minutes but it is so necessary right now as things are shutting down. Those little steps are so imperative at this time. This will be our new normal for quite some time. “ — Dr. Evan Rieder
“It’s really an altruistic thing to wear your mask and doing your hand hygiene precautions. We were hit really hard in NY, and you need to do everything you can to take control of your life in these uncertain times.” — Jenny Mollen
On the importance of safety…
“In my personal opinion, it is safe. Do your research and ask your provider important questions. For example, we have multiple layers of screening from phone questions on appointment confirmation, to two temperature stations in our clinical building, to limiting typically full waiting areas, to room sanitization, to maximum use of PPE. These precautions have allowed us to restart our aesthetics program with confidence. With that, we can allow you to safely and confidently continue making investments in yourselves as you walk through an aesthetic journey.” — Dr. Evan Rieder
“It’s really nice to hear you talk about what to expect. I am new to aesthetic treatments and it is helpful and comforting to hear all the information.” – Tayshia Adams
On my daily mantra for success…
“Here is not an option, you just have to move forward. Let go. Don’t hold things in. Keep your friends close and your dermatologists closer. Quarantine or no quarantine, that’s how you have to live!” — Jenny Mollen
“My daily mantra is about gratitude every morning and staying positive. There is always a bright side to everything and always something to be grateful for. As long as you’ve got that, you can really change your mood.” — Tayshia Adams
“Being thankful for what I have—my health, having a job right now—and recognizing the silver linings.” — Dr. Evan Rieder
On hitting the reset button ...
“When I’m not sleeping well I know that indicates something is off. I need to stop and take a day to rest because I'm probably going, going, going. It's okay to sit on the couch sometimes and reevaluate everything.” — Tayshia Adams
“I hit the reset button when I get wrapped up in the chaos of the moment, it’s important to turn inward, focus on what you can control, don't deal with what you can’t control, be kind to others, be altruistic, wearing a mask, and caring about others.” — Dr. Evan Rieder
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION & APPROVED USES
BOTOX® Cosmetic may cause serious side effects that can be life-threatening. Get medical help right away if you have any of these problems any time (hours to weeks) after injection of BOTOX® Cosmetic:
· Problems swallowing, speaking, or breathing, due to weakening of associated muscles, can be severe and result in loss of life. You are at the highest risk if these problems are pre-existing before injection. Swallowing problems may last for several months.
· Spread of toxin effects. The effect of botulinum toxin may affect areas away from the injection site and cause serious symptoms including: loss of strength and all-over muscle weakness, double vision, blurred vision, and drooping eyelids, hoarseness or change or loss of voice, trouble saying words clearly, loss of bladder control, trouble breathing, and trouble swallowing.
BOTOX® Cosmetic dosing units are not the same as, or comparable to, any other botulinum toxin product.
There has not been a confirmed serious case of spread of toxin effect when BOTOX® Cosmetic has been used at the recommended dose to treat frown lines, crow’s feet lines, and/or forehead lines.
BOTOX® Cosmetic may cause loss of strength or general muscle weakness, vision problems, or dizziness within hours to weeks of taking BOTOX® Cosmetic. If this happens, do not drive a car, operate machinery, or do other dangerous activities.
Serious and/or immediate allergic reactions have been reported. They include: itching, rash, red itchy welts, wheezing, asthma symptoms, or dizziness or feeling faint. Get medical help right away if you are wheezing or have asthma symptoms, or if you become dizzy or faint.
Do not receive BOTOX® Cosmetic if you: are allergic to any of the ingredients in BOTOX® Cosmetic (see Medication Guide for ingredients); had an allergic reaction to any other botulinum toxin product such as Myobloc® (rimabotulinumtoxinB), Dysport® (abobotulinumtoxinA), or Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA); have a skin infection at the planned injection site.
Tell your doctor about all your muscle or nerve conditions, such as ALS or Lou Gehrig’s disease, myasthenia gravis, or Lambert-Eaton syndrome, as you may be at increased risk of serious side effects including difficulty swallowing and difficulty breathing from typical doses of BOTOX® Cosmetic.
Tell your doctor about all your medical conditions, including: plans to have surgery; had surgery on your face; have trouble raising your eyebrows; drooping eyelids; any other abnormal facial change; are pregnant or plan to become pregnant (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic can harm your unborn baby); are breastfeeding or plan to (it is not known if BOTOX® Cosmetic passes into breast milk).
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Using BOTOX® Cosmetic with certain other medicines may cause serious side effects. Do not start any new medicines until you have told your doctor that you have received BOTOX® Cosmetic in the past.
Tell your doctor if you have received any other botulinum toxin product in the last 4 months; have received injections of botulinum toxin such as Myobloc®, Dysport®, or Xeomin® in the past (tell your doctor exactly which product you received); have recently received an antibiotic by injection; take muscle relaxants; take an allergy or cold medicine; take a sleep medicine; take aspirin-like products or blood thinners.
Other side effects of BOTOX® Cosmetic include: dry mouth; discomfort or pain at the injection site; tiredness; headache; neck pain; and eye problems: double vision, blurred vision, decreased eyesight, drooping eyelids, and eyebrows, swelling of your eyelids and dry eyes.
APPROVED USES
BOTOX® Cosmetic is a prescription medicine that is injected into muscles and used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe forehead lines, crow’s feet lines, and frown lines between the eyebrows in adults.
For more information refer to the Medication Guide or talk with your doctor.
To report a side effect, please call Allergan at 1-800-678-1605.
Please see BOTOX® Cosmetic full Product Information including Boxed Warning and Medication Guide
Product Information
Medication Guide
JUVÉDERM® Injectable Gel Fillers Important Information
APPROVED USES
JUVÉDERM® VOLUMA™ XC injectable gel is for deep injection in the cheek area to correct age-related volume loss in adults over 21.
JUVÉDERM® XC and JUVÉDERM VOLLURE™ XC injectable gels are for injection into the facial tissue for the correction of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds. JUVÉDERM® VOLLURE™ XC injectable gel is for adults over 21.
JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC is for injection into the lips and perioral area for lip augmentation in adults over 21.
JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC injectable gel is for injection into the lips for lip augmentation and for correction of perioral lines in adults over 21.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Are there any reasons why I should not receive any JUVÉDERM® injectable gel formulation?
Do not use these products if you have a history of multiple severe allergies or severe allergic reactions (anaphylaxis), or if you are allergic to lidocaine or the Gram-positive bacterial proteins used in these products.
What precautions should my doctor advise me about?
· Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety of these products for use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding has not been studied
· The safety of JUVÉDERM® VOLUMA™ XC in patients under 35 years or over 65 years, the safety of JUVÉDERM® XC and JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC injectable gels in patients under 18 years, and the safety of JUVÉDERM® VOLLURE™ XC and JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC in patients under 22 years has not been studied
· The safety and effectiveness of JUVÉDERM® VOLUMA™ XC in areas other than the cheek area, JUVÉDERM® XC and JUVÉDERM® VOLLURE™ XC for areas other than facial wrinkles and folds, and JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC and JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC in areas other than the lips and perioral area have not been established in clinical studies
· Tell your doctor if you have a history of excessive scarring (eg, hypertrophic scarring and keloid formations) or pigmentation disorders, as use of these products may result in additional scars or changes in pigmentation
· Tell your doctor if you are planning other laser treatments or a chemical peel, as there is a possible risk of inflammation at the treatment site if these procedures are performed after treatment
· Patients who experience skin injury near the site of injection with these products may be at a higher risk for side effects
· Tell your doctor if you are on immunosuppressive therapy used to decrease the body’s immune response, as use of these products may result in an increased risk of infection
· Tell your doctor if you are using medications that can prolong bleeding, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, or other blood thinners, as this may result in increased bruising or bleeding at the injection site
· Minimize strenuous exercise, exposure to extensive sun or heat, and alcoholic beverages within the first 24 hours following treatment
What are possible side effects?
The most commonly reported side effects with JUVÉDERM® injectable gels included injection-site redness, swelling, pain, tenderness, firmness, lumps/bumps, bruising, discoloration, and itching. For JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC, dryness was also reported. For JUVÉDERM® VOLUMA® XC, most side effects were moderate and lasted 2 to 4 weeks. For JUVÉDERM® XC, JUVÉDERM® VOLLURE™ XC, and JUVÉDERM® Ultra XC injectable gels, most side effects were mild or moderate and lasted 14 days or less. For JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC, most side effects were mild or moderate and lasted 30 days or less.
One of the risks with using these products is unintentional injection into a blood vessel, and, while rare, the complications can be serious and may be permanent. These complications, which have been reported for facial injections, can include vision abnormalities, blindness, stroke, temporary scabs, or permanent scarring.
As with all skin injection procedures, there is a risk of infection.
To report a side effect with any JUVÉDERM® product, please call Allergan at 1-800-433-8871. Please visit Juvederm.com or talk to your doctor for more information.
Available by prescription only.
References:
1. BOTOX® Cosmetic Prescribing Information, 2019.
2. Data on File, Allergan; BOTOX® Cosmetic Annual Neurotoxin Market Share, 2018.
3. JUVÉDERM® VOLBELLA™ XC Patient Labeling, 2019.
4. JUVÉDERM® ULTRA XC Patient Labeling, 2019.
BOTOX® is a trademark of Allergan, Inc., an AbbVie company.
JUVÉDERM®, VOLUMA™, VOLBELLA™, and VOLLURE™ are trademarks of Allergan Holdings France SAS, an AbbVie company, or its affiliates.
© 2020 AbbVie. All rights reserved.
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