Category: Beauty

Home » Beauty » Page 2

Top 5 Most Important Summer Skincare Tips

May 29, 2019

Save your skin this summer with these five, Veritas Backstage-approved skincare tips! According to our thermostat, summer has arrived in Austin. And the change in season brings with it big shifts in humidity, arctic blasts of air-conditioning, and brighter, longer days – all of which have an impact on your skin. So before you revel in the skin-baring goodness that the Texas summer provides, consider making these simple shifts in your beautycare regimen to ensure that your skin glows all

The Truth About Your Double Chin (and how to get rid of it)

May 8, 2019

If you’re like most people, you might assume that your double chin (otherwise known as submental fat) is simply the result of excess fat. But the truth is, fat isn’t always the culprit. According to experts, it’s not uncommon for a person of normal weight to develop a double chin because of sagging skin caused by either genetics or the effects of aging. It’s also possible that your double chin is the result of poor posture. Repetitive slouching can cause

5 Ways to Celebrate Mom this Mother’s Day

April 26, 2019

Every second Sunday in May, people around the nation celebrate Mother’s Day by buying cards and showering their mom with a little extra love and attention (and maybe a gift or two). And while there’s no question that the woman who raised us deserves our utmost gratitude and affection, there are actually deeper reasons as to why we celebrate Mother’s Day… Quick History Lesson The Mother’s Day origin story starts with a woman named Ann Jarvis. A peace activist who

What To Do When You Don’t Like Your Botox Results

April 3, 2019

Botox® is THE most popular minimally invasive cosmetic treatment across the globe. Last year, more than seven million injections were administered in the US alone! And it’s easy to see why people LOVE their Botox – It can have a near magical effect on the face, smoothing out wrinkles and erasing fine lines. For tips on how to choose the best Botox injector, make sure to check out our blog post here. But the truth is that not all Botox

See My Results: Radio Frequency Resurfacing

March 28, 2019

We’ve been talking this month about the importance of resurfacing the skin for it’s really great regenerative abilities. It’s a lot like weightlifting for the skin – You introduce a little bit of controlled activity to break down the tissue, which in turn forces the skin to rebuild new healthy tissue. I’m a little embarrassed to be showing this (see video below) – Typically I don’t appear on camera without makeup, but I wanted you to see what one day post-op

The Best Skin Treatment During the Winter Months

March 13, 2019

Spring is almost here! Granted, living in Austin, TX, we get very little of the seasonal onslaught much of the rest of the country experiences – BUT – we’re no less excited when the temperature gauge begins to creep up and the clothing begins to come off. As you know, Veritas Backstage is in the business of beauty and wellness, so this time of year has always equated to a focus on three things: Resurfacing, resurfacing, and resurfacing Why? Well,

How to Choose A Botox® Injector

March 6, 2019

These days, it seems like you could throw a rock and hit a business that offers Botox® injections. Doctors, dermatologists, med spas, and beauty clinics have all hopped on the Botox bus. But getting Botox (and similar injections such as Dysport) isn’t the same as getting your hair cut or your nails done. If your hair or nails look less than desirable, there can certainly be a disappointment. But in the hands of an untrained or unskilled Botox injector, you

All You Need to Know About Radio Frequency Skin Tightening

February 12, 2019

Wrinkles, cellulite, inflammation, and sagging skin… These are the “4 Horsemen” of the aging process and the main offenders in the fight to look and feel youthful. While there are numerous modalities that will target each offender individually, there’s one treatment that can handle all 4 in one fell swoop: Radio Frequency (RF) Skin Tightening With this leading edge technology, gone are the days of having to rely on surgery to achieve optimally tight and smooth skin. And did you

Why So Many Women Are Choosing Non-Surgical-Lip Augmentation

January 29, 2019

Nothing says “youthful allure” quite like a pretty smile. But what constitutes a pretty smile? At Veritas Backstage, we believe the core building blocks are: Healthy looking teeth Minimized appearance of fine lines (around the mouth, eyes and forehead) And most importantly – Full lips Lips are, in our opinion, the most sensual facial feature. The appearance of your lips – their shape, volume, proportions, and color – can have a dramatic impact on the proportional beauty of your face.

The Secret to Keeping Your Skin Hydrated in the Winter

January 14, 2019

Frigid temperatures aren’t common place in Texas, but dry, flaky, and cracked skin STILL runs rampant during this time of year – And it can be a real pain… Literally! Have ever gone to wash your hands and felt the sting of your cracked knuckles touching the water? Then you know what I’m talking about. During the winter, it’s not uncommon for clients to constantly be lotioning up their legs, arms, and face. It’s almost like the skin is endlessly