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TOP 3 SKINCARE ESSENTIALS FOR MEN
For all the hard-working dads, our expert medical aesthetician Ashley Bernardi, LE, put together the top 3 skincare essentials used by our male patients.
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Skin Care Advice From A Master
Our newest member of the Illuminate family, Marisha Hallarces, certainly has the pedigree, but in addition to her rich history and backstory,
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Say Hello To Our Master Injector, Marisha Hallarces
Meet our newest master injector, Marisha Hallarces! While her work certainly speaks for itself, we’re so excited to have her here at Illuminate and can’t wait for you to meet here.
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Treat Yourself With The Discovery Pico Laser and VirtueRF Microneedling
February is the month of romance and love — but that doesn’t always have to mean a significant other!
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Best Of Palo Alto & Silicon Valley!
This month we’re taking a moment to stop being humble and to start celebrating our achievements: Illuminate Plastic Surgery has been voted Best of Palo Alto and Best of Silicon Valley for 2019 as well as featured in the best of 2020!
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We’re Expanding to Offer You More!
Creasman Aesthetics is Now Illuminate Plastic Surgery – South Bay Creasman Aesthetics has partnered with Illuminate Plastic Surgery to offer you the best plastic surgery and medical spa services in the Bay Area.
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Beat Brain Fog With Illuminate Wellness
Tis the season for holiday cheer, but also for holiday stress. If you find yourself feeling foggy,
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4 Best Laser Treatments For Winter
Chilly weather and dreary days may not be great for soaking up the sun or enjoying the great outdoors,
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Breast Augmentation FAQ
Are you considering breast augmentation surgery? We asked our Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Boudreault a few commonly asked questions related to this treatment.
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Meet The Staff: KRISTINA RUSSO, BSN, RN
This month, we’re showcasing Kristina Russo, one our RNs. Originally from New York, her no-nonsense and detail-oriented mentality has stayed with her across coasts,
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Welcome the Newest Member of the Illuminate Family!
Kristina Russo earned a bachelor’s degree in Nursing from Samuel Merritt University, where she accepted an invitation to join the Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society.
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Meal Prep Your Way to A Healthier Life
One of the most common excuses as to why people can’t cook at home & can’t eat as healthily as they’d like is because they “don’t have time.” I hear you!
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What Is High-Definition Liposuction?
If you like the idea of liposuction for dealing with stubborn fat, but are afraid that simply removing the fat through a traditional liposuction procedure will not give you the sculpted look you are after,
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Take The Summer Sun Seriously
The summer may be filled with BBQs and beach trips and while we don’t typically think of these nostalgic-inducing activities as dangerous,
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Everything You Need To Know About EmSculpt®
Summer body envy is real — and although we may not be able to hit the gym due to COVID-19,
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What Does “bikini body” actually mean?
Summer is finally here & as we all slowly start to emerge from our quarantine cave’s we realize it’s time to dust of the swimsuits and shorts and get some much-needed Vitamin D!
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Wellness Recipe
Rainbow Salad with Pastured Eggs & Pickled Onions Summertime means salad season and that usually means BBQ’s and/or pool parties!
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Shine Brighter: Introducing Our New Wellness Page
Want to treat your inner health to optimize your outer beauty? If so, you’ll very much enjoy our Illuminate Wellness Program which incorporates innovative,
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Laser Hair Removal 101: Class is in
Body hair is normal, but so is wanting to clean up a bit. It’s officially summer,
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Would You Like a Smoother Summer?
Are you tired of waxing, shaving, plucking, and tweezing only to end up with rashes and irritation?
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Featured in NewBeauty
Dr. B was featured in the recent NEW BEAUTY article, “9 Ways Your Cosmetic Treatments Will Change in a Post-COVID World.”
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5 Step Skincare For Men
June is Men’s Health Month, and Father’s day is right around the corner. We’re helping you celebrate dad (and all men) with the best gift possible: the gift of healthy glowing skin.
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PLASTIC SURGEON SHIFTS FROM BREAST IMPLANTS TO COVID-19 SCREENINGS DURING THE IMMINENT HOSPITAL SURGE
Using online virtual consultations, Dr. Boudreault is now meeting with patients to evaluate their symptoms, provide an opportunity for COVID-19 testing
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DIY Beauty Routines While You’re Stuck Indoors
Well, here we are with lots of downtime, with a bonus of social distancing, so let’s make the most of it and give ourselves the ultimate spa day.
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All About Breast Augmentation – The #1 Cosmetic Surgery in the US
More popular than nose jobs and liposuction, breast implants are now bigger than ever. We sat down with Dr....
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All About Dermaplaning – Hot Skincare Trend!
Dermaplaning 101 Definition of Dermaplaning:... Dermaplaning is the controlled scraping of the skin using a sterile,
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Ways to Reduce Stress & Create Balance
It seems like stress is becoming more and more common today, and is a topic that is brought up a lot....
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What Is a Brazilian Butt Lift? An Interview with Dr. Boudreault
Q: Doctor, you’re committed to improving your patients’ happiness and well-being. The Brazilian Butt Lift,...
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Fatigue and Sex Drive Interview with Dr. Luciano Del Toro
At Illuminate, we take a holistic approach to wellness, addressing aging or physical changes to your face or body holistically....
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The Importance of Self-Care
I’m sure many of you have heard the words “self-care” on social media, tv and in wellness-related magazines and websites....
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What Is Your Skin Saying About Your Gut?
When we focus too much on one single part of our bodies, we tend to get tunnel vision....
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Do You Buy Skincare Products From Amazon?
Amazon is known far and wide for its impressive range of products and fast delivery rates....
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How Many Kybella Treatments to See Results?
Let’s face it: sometimes diet and exercise isn’t always effective at eliminating the appearance of a double chin.
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Getting your health back on track & goal setting
Happy New Year! This is the best time to get your health back on track after the holidays and start setting some realistic health &...
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Dr. Boudreault Initiated into American College of Surgeons, FACS
Local Surgeon Among 1,993 Initiated Into American College of Surgeons Palo Alto,...
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How To Stay Healthy During The Holiday Season
The holiday season is upon us again & it truly is the most wonderful time of the year.
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BREAST AUGMENTATION Q&A WITH DR. B. – POST-OP
Part 2 – Post-Op When are my implants going to look normal? Patients are always concerned about implants “riding high”
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Breast Augmentation Q&A with DR. B. – Pre-Op
PART 1 – PRE-OP Should I wait until after I have kids to get implants? There is no need to wait until after children for breast augmentation.
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Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Hello friends and family, You probably know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and our office is gearing up to host our second annual Spin for a Survivor,
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What is Tumescent Liposuction?
“I would love to have plastic surgery, but I’m so afraid of going under…” Can you relate?
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Our Favorite Sun Protection Products
July is UV safety awareness month and we’re sharing our favorite sun protection products! Molly loves Bluestone Sunshields!
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June 2nd is National Cancer Survivors Day
This day holds a lot of meaning to us. Three of the incredible women who are a part of our Illuminate family have had personal experiences with overcoming cancer and they’ve kicked butt with incredible strength and grace throughout the challenges,
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Happy National Nurses Day
In honor of National Nurses Day, we’re sharing fun facts about our amazing nurses, Molly Boudreault,
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National Doctor’s Day
In honor of National Doctor’s Day on March 30th, we’re celebrating Dr. Boudreault! Get to know Dr.
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5 Procedures We Love at Illuminate Plastic Surgery
It’s Valentine’s Day: that means celebrating all the things you love. Here at Illuminate Plastic Surgery we love helping you feel and look like the best version of yourself.
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Dr. Boudreault is featured in New Beauty magazine!
We are really excited to let our family know that Dr. Boudreault is featured as a plastic surgeons in New Beauty magazine.
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Announcing Our Monthly Social Squad $50 Giveaway
Join our Social Squad on Instagram for a chance to win a $50 Illuminate gift card to use towards any procedure or product.
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Spin for a Survivor
In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we’re partnering with SoulCycle for a sweat session to remember....
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LIVE Demonstration of the Liquid FaceLift Coming Soon!
LIVE demonstration of the Liquid FaceLift using the latest advancements of the Restylane Technology on Facebook &
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