Photo Credit: Courtesy of Dr. Darren Smith

As the holiday season unfolds, the world of aesthetic enhancements experiences a noticeable surge, with individuals seeking to put their best face forward for festive celebrations. Driven by a desire for a refreshed and youthful appearance, there’s a distinct uptick in face and neck rejuvenation procedures, along with a growing demand for toning arm procedures. Haute Beauty Expert Dr. Darren Smith sheds light on the dynamics of this holiday rush.

Identifying the Surge in Patient Procedures Before the Festive Season

We are seeing a big uptick in face and neck rejuvenation procedures, as well as procedures to tone the arms. For the face and neck, the big holiday go-to is, of course, the facelift. This can be customized with additions like a blepharoplasty or facial fat grafting. Skin resurfacing treatments are a popular tweak as well. Arm liposuction also often picks up for us this time of year.

Decoding the Holiday Rush

The surge in certain procedures during this magical season can be attributed to factors such as holiday parties. Everyone wants to look their best for their friends, families, and co-workers. This is especially true for areas of the body that are most prominently displayed at these events. Our patients are frequently photographed and they want their faces to look as youthful and vibrant as possible. Sleek, toned arms are the perfect complement to many holiday party dresses.

Photo Credit: Courtesy of Dr. Darren Smith

Exploring Societal Factors in Seasonal Cosmetic Procedures

The trends I mentioned earlier hold for those who are out and about on the holiday party circuit. Generally, those getting facelifts are in their 50s and 60s. Arm toning procedures are more frequent in the 30s and 40s.

Spotting Beauty Trends

A perhaps surprising trend is the uptick in mommy makeovers during the holiday season. That week between Christmas and New Year’s is a prized recovery period.

As we decode the holiday rush, it becomes evident that the quest for a refreshed and youthful appearance extends beyond personal satisfaction; it’s an embodiment of the joy and vibrancy individuals wish to exude during festive gatherings. From the classic allure of facelifts and skin resurfacing for a youthful glow to the growing popularity of arm toning procedures, each choice reflects a commitment to stepping into the festivities with confidence and grace.