Skinnovations March Newsletter

Anna Wicklund
Mar 8
5 min read

Updated: Apr 8

We've almost made it through a Wisconsin winter —

and your skin deserves a reward.

The sunshine is finally coming back, bringing longer days, brighter mornings, and self-care back to the top of everyone’s list.

This month feels especially meaningful to us as we celebrate Anna & Julie turning 40 —

giving us the perfect excuse to celebrate all month long.

Which honestly opens up a conversation we have in clinic every single day —why does everything suddenly feel different?

Skin behaves differently.

Energy shifts. Workouts don’t hit the same. The 5–10 pound sticks around. Breakouts or redness suddenly make a surprise comeback.

If you’ve noticed it too, you’re not alone — and you’re not doing anything wrong. It’s not a lack of discipline, and it’s not just your skincare routine.

Your body is evolving.

Instead of fighting aging, our goal is to help you understand what’s happening beneath the surface — and support your skin and body through it so you continue to look like yourself… just a little more rested, refreshed, and confident.

Because aging well isn’t about turning back time — it’s about knowing how to work with it.

🧬 THE 40'S SKIN & BODY SHIFT

Between the late 30s and mid-40s, many women enter perimenopause — a natural phase when hormone levels begin to fluctuate.

These changes affect far more than wrinkles.

You may start to notice:

Stubborn 5–10 pounds that don’t respond the same to diet or workouts
New acne or rosacea appearing out of nowhere
More sun spots and pigmentation
Thinning skin and loss of firmness
Fatigue, poor sleep, or a stronger stress response

Hormones quietly influence how your body functions every day, including:

Collagen production
Inflammation levels
Metabolism and weight regulation
Oil production and breakouts
Healing and skin recovery

The sun exposure and inconsistent skincare from years ago simply become harder for the body to repair on its own — not because you did anything wrong, but because your biology has changed.

The good news: modern medical aesthetics is designed exactly for this stage of life, and with the right treatments and support, your skin can still look healthy, natural, and vibrant.

🫶 HOW WE SUPPORT YOU

Aging Gracefully: Our Approach

We don’t believe in chasing trends or overfilling.

We focus on improving how your skin functions so results look natural.

Skin Repair & Collagen Support:

• Prescription Tretinoin for collagen stimulation

• Customized acne/rosacea compounds

• Laser treatments for sun damage

• RF Microneedling to rebuild structure

• Sculptra to gradually restore collagen

These treatments improve the biology of the skin — not just the appearance.

💪 METABOLISM & MUSCLE

Many women notice that in their 40s, weight becomes harder to lose — even when nothing has changed.

This is often due to hormonal shifts affecting insulin sensitivity, appetite regulation, metabolic dysfunction, and inflammation.

For appropriate candidates, medical weight management programs may include medications such as tirzepatide or semaglutide, which support natural appetite signaling and blood sugar regulation.

The goal is not rapid weight loss — it’s restoring metabolic balance in a sustainable way.

We Also Emphasize:

Adequate protein intake
Resistance training to preserve muscle
Creatine supplementation when appropriate
Estrogen metabolism support (DIM)

Muscle is one of the most powerful anti-aging tools you have.

March Treatment Focus: Support the Collagen

As we enter our 40s and beyond, the goal shifts from correcting aging to supporting the skin so it stays strong and resilient.

Celebrating All Month Long:

RF Microneedling Package: Stimulates collagen, improves texture, pores, and skin firmness.

Ariessence PDGF Add-On: A regenerative growth factor that enhances healing and boosts your body’s natural repair response after treatments.

These treatments work with your biology — encouraging skin to behave younger rather than temporarily masking concerns.

Because aging well isn’t about doing more…it’s about doing the right treatments at the right time.

🎉 CELEBRATING 40 — THE RIGHT WAY

Turning 40 isn’t about chasing your 20s.

It’s about investing in treatments that support your skin at this stage of life.

To celebrate, Anna & Julie chose the treatments and products they personally believe in most — the ones they use, recommend, and trust for themselves.

And for one week only, we’re offering them at 40% off

Because if you’re turning 40… you celebrate properly.

Enjoy Anna & Julie's favorites the week of March 10

Julie’s Favorites:

• 40% off Bright & Tight

• 40% off Age-Defying Vitamin C

Anna’s Favorites:

• 40 units of Jeuveau for $400 ($160 savings — must be used by June 1)

• 40% off Illuminating Vitamin C

*One service + one product per patient

*No stacking

*Limited availability

BOOK MINOCQUA

BOOK WAUSAU

☀️ SPRING SKIN RESET: PROTECT THE COLLAGEN YOU'RE BUILDING

Hello, Sunshine ☀️

As the seasons shift, so does your skin.

Longer days and increasing UV exposure mean it’s time to transition from winter repair to daily protection.

In your 40s, collagen production naturally slows — which makes prevention more important than ever.

This is when pigmentation begins.This is when inflammation increases.This is when collagen needs support.

Daily SPF isn’t optional at this stage.It’s foundational.

Protecting your skin now preserves the results of your treatments and helps prevent the sun damage that becomes harder to correct later.

Products of the Month: Colorescience Sunscreens

• 10 % off patients | 15% off VIPs

Age-Defying Sheer Body Sunscreen

• 20% off patients | 25% off VIPs

✅ 100% mineral protection

✅ Helps prevent pigmentation & melasma

✅ Protects injectable & laser results

✅ Safe after treatments

Start now — not when summer hits.

👄 JOIN OUR VIP MEMBERSHIP

Consistency Creates Results

The patients who age the most gracefully aren’t the ones doing one big treatment once a year.

They’re the ones doing small, consistent maintenance.

Our Skinnovations VIP Membership was designed for exactly that — a simple way to stay on a schedule without feeling like you’re constantly making a large decision every visit.

Choose to bank $125 or $250 each month toward treatments, skincare, and laser services — your funds never expire and can build toward larger treatments when you’re ready.

Think of it as a personal self-care savings account, but guided by your providers so your skin is always moving forward instead of starting over.

VIP members also receive:

✨ Reduced neuromodulator pricing

✨ $50 off filler and biostimulator syringes

✨ 10% off skincare and supplements

✨ Discounts on facials, lasers, and microneedling

Aging well isn’t about reacting to changes —it’s about staying ahead of them.

🤍 From Our Heart to Yours

Celebrating Anna & Julie turning 40 reminded us of something we talk about often in clinic — aging isn’t something to fix. It’s something to understand.

Every decade asks your body to do something different, and sometimes that can feel frustrating when what once worked no longer does. Our goal is to help you navigate those changes with guidance, honesty, and treatments that support you — not change you.

We don’t want you to look like a different person. We want you to look like yourself, well-rested, confident, and comfortable in your skin.

Thank you for trusting us with your questions, your concerns, and your faces. Being part of your care means more to us than you probably realize.

We’re so grateful to celebrate these milestones with you — not just birthdays, but every step of your journey.

— The Skinnovations Team 💕