GoodLifeFamilyMag.com SEPTEMBER | OCTOBER 2018 19 LOOKING GOOD AND FEELING EVEN BETTER By Alicia Wanek The term “bad hair day” means so much more than your “do” not looking its best – inevitably your unkempt locks translate to a day that doesn’t go smoothly either. When you feel good about how you look, however, you somehow feel more optimistic about everything going your way. The experts at Regional Skin & Laser Center see it every day. After one of their treatments, clients leave feeling more positive and confident. Laura Harris, L.E., a Licensed Aesthetician at the center, says, “Nothingbuildsself-esteemandself-confidencelikeaccomplishing your skin care goals. It helps how you feel people are seeing you.” Her co-worker Vaunda Ortega Hickman, RN, CANS, a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, says, “Our skin is intrinsically linked to an outward portrayal of beauty and good health.” And you’d probably be surprised to learn how many specialized procedures are now available to make your skin – head to toe – look and feel amazing. Everything they do is medically supervised by the plastic surgeons of Regional Plastic Surgery Center, and that’s important. What they do is about more than just applying a good skin cream, and you want to trust that when someone is working on your body they know what they’re doing. Laura has over 18 years of experience herself. Vaunda says, “The skin is the largest organ of the body, but it's often overlooked. Your skin deserves more attention. It acts as a barrier that shields you against harmful invaders, such as bacteria, viruses and toxins.” The American Skin Association reminds us, “Your skin reveals to the world how healthy you are – and how old you are. Positive lifestyle behaviors keep you healthy and your skin looking younger.”Both ladies agree that the most important thing we can all do to protect ourselves is to wear sunscreen and not just at the beach. Other factors can affect our skin health, some we have control over, others not so much. According to Laura, “Genetics, hormones, specific conditions like diabetes, sun, smoking, poor hygiene, stress and poor diet will affect the overall health of your skin.” You need it to last a lifetime, so it’s important to do what you can to maintain its vitality. Regional Skin & Laser is committed to helping you reach your skincare goals. They offer a complimentary consultation to help you determine a step-by-step guide for your treatment regimen. Editor’s Note: For a complimentary consultation, reach Laura or Vaunda at Regional Skin & Laser Center, www.create-beauty.com or call 972.470.5000. By Alicia Wanek John F. Kennedy said, “Change is the law of life.” Our lives are filled with highs and lows, and for those major life events, it may mean that you need to examine if you’re ready for the next unpredictable moment. There are some times in life where you should examine if your loved ones will be taken care of after you’re gone. That is, of course, the most unpredictable moment of all. The need for life insurance doesn’t change. What could change is the amount of life insurance and often the type of coverage you have. When big things happen in your life, the best thing is to talk to a professional who can help you examine what you need. Bobby Davidson, a local independent insurance agent, always asks his clients, “What would happen if your income was gone tomorrow?” The effects of that loss can change dramatically depending on where you are in life, so your policy needs to change, too. His “360 Review” helps to make sure you’re ready for the unpredictable. 1 | NEW DEPENDENTS Any time there is a birth or adoption of a child, you will likely need more insurance to ensure that their care and education are covered in the event that something happens to one or both parents. You may be past childbearing years, but grandparents oftentakecustodyofgrandchildren,ortheremaybecircumstances that prevent your children from being able to care for themselves after you’re gone. 2 | MARRIAGE OR DIVORCE Spouses should have insurance to protect each other, and in cases of divorce, you may need to divide the cash value of any policies. What if your ex-spouse dies and they are the primary financial provider for any dependent children? 3 | EMPLOYMENT CHANGES As your career progresses and your income increases, your life insurance coverage should increase as well. You should also look into how insurance plans offered through your employment are affected if you are laid off or quit. Continued on Next Page LIFE HAPPENS – WHEN IT DOES, DO YOUR LIFE INSURANCE NEEDS CHANGE, TOO?