It is common for women
to alter their appearance when faced with a significant life challenge.
When we are tested we transform. When we shift our mindset, and
transform on the inside, it’s only natural that we want the outside to
change as well. It’s as if we shed old skin like a butterfly ready to
take new flight soaring to new heights. Below are some common life
challenges and the typical beauty treatments sought for each.
A milestone birthday.
You don’t have to be
turning 50 to freak out about a birthday. Women as young as 25 are
having quarter life crisis.’ Women who turn 30 or 35 often feel blah
about it. Even if women feel great about a milestone birthday they still
may desire a change. According to Dr. Sanam Hafeez, a NYC
based licensed clinical psychologist, teaching faculty member at the
prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the founder and
Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services, “when
we have birthday’s, we focus on aging. We look at our faces in the
mirror and may think a refresher is in order. It’s common for women to
book appointments for Botox around their birthdays. However, when aging
becomes an obsession causing anxiety or depression, it’s important to
speak to a professional.”
Surviving an illness.
“After recovering from
illness, especially if the road to recovery was long and hard, it is
normal to want a new look,” explains Hafeez. When people feel healthier
and happier they may desire a new wardrobe; especially if there was
weight loss. Dr. Margarita Lolis a Board-Certified Dermatologist in
northern New Jersey who specializes in anti-aging and longevity adds,
“they may also want to explore fillers to the face to replace volume
lost while ill. It’s important to make a full recovery before doing any
invasive procedures. You really must speak to your doctor to clear you
for any elective surgeries.” “There’s a lot of empowerment that comes
from battling back from illness. It makes sense that someone would want
to celebrate their good health with a ‘new me’ approach to their
appearance,” says Hafeez.
Going back to work after a stretch of unemployment.
You got laid off and for
months your job has been finding a new job. After months of sitting at
the computer in sweats only showering to go on interviews you finally
get hired! Elated you decide to treat yourself to a spa day, get a pro
to cut and color your hair and splurge on new eyeglass frames. “Being
unemployed crushes the spirit. The longer someone is unemployed the
greater their chances are of sinking into depression. When a new job is
secured there’s a feeling that the weight of the world is off the
shoulders. Of course, you want to treat yourself” says Dr. Hafeez.
Divorce or a breakup.
One of the most profound
triggers motivating a significant change to a woman’s appearance is
divorce. Breast augmentation, tummy tucks, liposuction, face lifts,
weight loss, new hair, new clothes and total transformation is common.
Divorce is such a significant severing that most women feel that the
person they were before must change. The fastest way is to change their
appearance. The challenge here is that they are often hurting inside as
they grieve the loss of their marriage. Even if they are happy for the
divorce and ended it amicably the stress over dating again is a
motivator. Dr. Lolis says many new clients come to her by referral
because they recently divorced and want their “cry lines” removed and a
fresh look to their faces.
Moving to a new city.
“Uprooting to a new city
can be very scary. There are a lot of unknowns which makes people feel
as if they are out of control,” says Dr. Hafeez. The one thing they can
take control over is their appearance. It’s common for people who
relocate to assume a whole new identity that blends in with the other
people of that city. If you’re moving from New York City to a beach town
in Miami, your attire is going to change.
About the Doctors
Dr. Sanam Hafeez PsyD is
a NYC based licensed clinical neuropsychologist, teaching faculty
member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College and the
founder and Clinical Director of Comprehensive Consultation
Psychological Services, P.C. a neuropsychological, developmental and
educational center in Manhattan and Queens.
Dr.
Hafeez masterfully applies her years of experience connecting
psychological implications to address some of today’s common issues such
as body image, social media addiction, relationships, workplace stress,
parenting and psychopathology (bipolar, schizophrenia, depression,
anxiety, etc…). In addition, Dr. Hafeez works with individuals who
suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), learning
disabilities, attention and memory problems, and abuse. Dr. Hafeez often
shares her credible expertise to various news outlets in New York City
and frequently appears on CNN and Dr.Oz.
Connect with her via twitter @comprehendMind or www
Dr.
Margarita Lolis, M.D. is a board-certified cosmetic, medical
dermatologist and a fellowship-trained Mohs surgeon with over 20 years
of experience. In her practice, she addresses common skin concerns such
as acne prevention and treatment in both teens and adults, sun-damage,
skin discoloration, wrinkles, changes to skin texture and loss of
volume. On the medical side, she is a trusted expert in melanoma and
over-all skin health. Dr. Lolis prides herself in honoring facial
symmetry to deliver a natural look to her clients. She always recommends
a healthy skin care regimen plus lifestyle habits that are aligned with
her holistic approach to beauty. Dr. Lolis is a member of the American
Academy of Dermatology, American College of Mohs Surgery, and the
American Society of Anti-aging. Her practice, Skin, Laser, and Surgery
Specialists is in New York City and Bergen Country, New Jersey.
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