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When it comes to restoring youthful radiance, few people understand Lake Charles skin better than Hannah Grogan, FNP, founder and lead aesthetic injector at The Sculptry. Thrive spoke with Grogan about what truly works for aging gracefully. Here she shares her top secrets to sculpting a fresher, more confident you.
Aging Is More Than Just Wrinkles—It’s About Volume and Collagen
As time passes, the body produces less collagen and elastin, leading to changes like hollowed cheeks, sagging skin and a loss of that youthful bounce. Grogan points out that while most people notice wrinkles first, the real change comes from the loss of volume and support beneath the skin. The good news, she says, is that with the right treatments, it’s possible to restore what time takes away—naturally and beautifully.
Step 1: Sculpt and Restore with Injectables
Grogan’s first line of defense is a combination of advanced injectables that target the deeper causes of aging:
• Neurotoxins such as Botox or Dysport relax the muscles that create expression lines, softening the angry 11’s between the brows, the crow’s feet and forehead lines.
• Dermal fillers replace lost volume in the cheeks, lips, jawline and more, restoring youthful contours.
• Biostimulators are a favorite of Grogan’s because, as she explains, they encourage your body to build new collagen, so improvements continue to develop over time.
“Injectables let us sculpt and support the face from within. It’s all about subtle, natural results that help you look rested, not ‘done,’” says Grogan.
Step 2: Don’t Forget the Skin Itself
While injectables restore structure, the skin’s texture, tone and firmness also need attention. Grogan emphasizes that you can fill and lift, but if the skin is dull or loose, you won’t get complete rejuvenation. Her top treatments for reviving skin quality include:
• RF Microneedling, which she describes as a game-changer for boosting collagen and elastin, is essential for achieving firmer, smoother skin with minimal downtime.
• Sofwave uses ultrasound energy to lift and tighten, especially effective for the lower face and neck, explains Grogan.
• Laser resurfacing brightens, smooths and refines the skin, giving it a fresh, healthy glow.
Why the Two-Step Approach Works
Combining injectables with skin-renewing treatments provides balanced, natural-looking results. This approach addresses both the foundation, which is volume loss, and the surface, which includes texture, tone and elasticity. Grogan says this combination helps clients look like themselves, just brighter, lifted and more refreshed.
“When you treat both volume and skin quality, you create harmony. It’s never about changing who you are or what you look like. It’s about enhancing your natural features and helping you feel your best,” Grogan shares.
Whether you want to restore lost volume, rejuvenate your skin or simply learn what’s possible, The Sculptry offers expert guidance and advanced treatments for every stage of life. Visit The Sculptry in Lake Charles or online at thesculptry.com to discover your own secrets to aging well.
