SAVING FACE

I realize this is a debatable topic and that it is not for everyone.

The content of this blog is simply my own opinion based on my personal experiences. I will not only talk about Botox and fillers but share my experience and reasons for having this work done. Pics and all!!!!
That aside you cant be in my industry and be against it. 
I just dont play ignornat or pretend to not have work done.

I know people who have been dead against it and thought I was crazy till they were there with me in person and before their eyes saw the work done and the effects. Within 10 minutes, her mind was changed forever!!!

There are MANY men and women out there who debate to jab or not to jab?
 And there are so many reasons one may consider getting Botox or fillers. 
The most common reason being those who want a little help to preserve youth, reverse the signs of aging. I mean who doesn't want to look younger longer?  
One day you look in the mirror and think 'WOW is that me"? and not 'ohlala WOW..

Getting older is inevitable with that comes the thinning skin, wrinkles, laugh lines, crows feet, age spots.... OH and wisdom LOL, well we hope we have a little by the time we are reaching the wrinkled stage.

It's not always us middle agers or the elderly needing to do it. Look at what stress, illness, harsh work environments can do to ones appearance.

It could be for work related reasons. If you are in the media you are a 'Product' and lets not get BUT thats so wrong... ITS fact that that is how the industry is and if you let your product ware out and dont keep up, your out and there are countless others in line and ready to replace you.  Fillers are also used to correct facial symmetry, reduce the appearance in scars. 
Botox is not just used to reduce the signs of aging it is also used to treat many other conditions due to its effect of inhibiting the contraction of muscles.
It is used to treat those with extreme sweating, migraine, teeth grinding, and urinary problems such as incontinence, cerebral palsy, postsurgical pain. Infact it can even be covered by health insurance for specific conditions and suitable candidates.

Early intervention
Why do people think its only for the middle aged and up???
For some younger women — females make up 90 percent of all cosmetic surgery procedures — it's as much about preventing wrinkles as hiding them.

"I have no doubt that treating with Botox at young age delays wrinkles," says Fagien. 
"What happens is there may be a role in preserving muscle attachments ... a lot of things that occur [in facial aging] relate to chronic muscle movement over the years."
St. Louis plastic surgeon Dr. Leroy Young believes that "if the wrinkle never gets started it won’t be as bad later."

How young is too young?
"If the patient is 18 or older, treatment is concidered acceptable.
"Why wait until you have a problem?"
Early intervention may be good for protecting the skin from the sun's damaging rays.

What's wrong with a few lines?
"Nothing, as long as you're comfortable with them,"
It really is a personal choice.

As a photographer, someone who manages models and talent and a makeup artist.  There are many I would sugest treatment to, perhaps just a little tweak would make all the difference on a positive level to their facial symmetry, balance or to prevent the talking forehead...

My story and personal experience.

For myself , I had my first treatment 2yrs ago. Luckily I had been referred to one on USAs best Dermatologists/Face Drs. Proven as he works on many celebrities and common SCG alliances. 
I knew I was in safe hands.

However my reasons for going, I had been a very naughty girl and had been a horrific tanorexic for as long as I can remember. I have used tanning beds for at least 19yrs. (we will talk about tanning more another day).

To be honest, I didn't look as bad as i could have given the degree of sun exposure!

I had also been through a very emotionally traumatic time and i swear within 3 months aged 20yrs.

I was almost unrecognizable. I did not look or feel like myself at all.

 And I certainly would not have been able to model or represent SCG the way I am expected to.

First picture Prior to ANY face work - Not dates and how fast changes occured

When in looked in the mirror i no longer saw my face but a tired much older person. 
Even my children noticed the changes.

In my industry, you are the face of your product.

If I am meant to promote, health and beauty and i look haggered, it just doesn't work. Its not vanity its a harsh fact in a competitive industry and its called maintenance.

I was one of the lucky people to have been introduced to such an amazing Dr on the first time as not all of us have access to this information.

You have to be so careful when getting this type of work done. You cannot just have anyone touch your face! It is a scary decision and choosing a Dr should not be taken lightly.  
One shot in the wrong place and you would wish for your old face back or worse that youd never ever had it done. :/

How to find your Dr. I believe in personal referral 110% 

In USA I would only ever see one man Dr Chris Crawford from the Dallas Associated Dermatologists

http://dallasassocderm.com/

Not only did I look younger and healthier but he gave me 'MY' face back!  
The only Xtra I got was the new lips :)

Which I love and now I actually look like my daughters mother! Argh to have those fat lips naturally!

The first time, I definitely had swelling and a little bruising as you can see here. This was taken 9hrs after. Was gone within the week. Did it hurt? The treatment was minimal pain. It was the first 24hrs after I had pain.  Now days I dont get any :)

Dr Crawford is incredible!! He was careful, took everything into consideration and worked like an artist. Looking at my face in a way I recognize in myself when I am creating art.

Results amazing!

AUSTRALIA... After really searching out for some time, I found a Dr who could be trusted to touch my face on this side of the world a miracle worker. She is INCREDIBLE!
Again found via word of mouth... I made friends with some girls (once you have had work you notice who has and who hasnt). These girls looked sooooo good!!! So I was lucky enough to meet their Dr.  Like the fabulous Dr Crawford, she is an artist, she is careful, kind, considerate and is not there to make a quick buck.
I have found her techniques differ but I also have found that I now need less and less work and I do not get the swelling at all like I used to when I first started.  Its brilliant! She is brilliant and does magic with lips :)
This Dr operates a clinic in Sydney or travels to each state a weekend once a month. Please contact me if you would like to book an appointment for the next time she is in your area.
Her work??? The pictures at the top of this blog of myself was only a few days after my first treatment with her and I will post a few more for you to see. All untouched, no editing at all!!!
 I think at 38 Im not looking too bad and I certainly dont look fake or like I have had work done. 
I think that right there is pretty evident she can be trusted if you decide to take the step.
So shoot me an email: sarah@sarahcampbell.com for more info.