Notes from Dr. Catherine
Evidence-Based Wellness to Help You Make Informed, Inspired Choices

Facial Rejuvenation Without Toxins: A Comprehensive Guide to Holistic Skin Treatments
Let me start with a confession: I’ve tried Botox and laser treatments in the past. I haven’t had fillers, and to be honest, I have a harder time considering them given all the potential risks—from ...
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How To Glow from The Inside Out
Glowy skin is a universal dream—and as a women’s wellness acupuncturist with 20 years experience I've had the pleasure of guiding countless skin transformations—not just in how my patients feel abo...
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Sleeping on Your Back Can Save Your Face—and Your Boobs
Let’s talk about beauty sleep. Specifically, the kind where you actually wake up looking more refreshed—not with a new wrinkle etched into your décolleté and a pillow crease stamped across your che...
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Pro-Aging DIY Face Scrub: A Recipe for Radiant Skin
When patients ask me about natural skincare solutions, I often share this special face scrub recipe that I've refined over my 20 years of practice. Drawing from traditional wisdom and my experience...
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Microneedling 101: Everything You Need to Know for Stunning Skin
If you’ve ever gazed at a glowing complexion and wondered about the secrets behind it, you’re in the right place. Today, we’re diving into the enchanting world of microneedling—a treatment that’s...
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Wellness Meets Beauty: How Lymphatic Drainage Enhances Skin Health
I’ve been obsessed with lymphatic drainage and fascial release for nearly two decades, and have been incorporating it into treatments for patients over the last 10 years as a doctor of acupuncture...
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Pro-Aging Skincare Guide: Keeping Maturing Skin Happy and Healthy
As a Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine with over two decades of experience, I've seen first hand how a holistic approach to skincare can transform not just our appearance, but our overa...
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Clean Beauty 101: How To Simplify Your Skincare Routine
Achieving healthy skin is more than just using certain products. We need to take care of our bodies both inside and out. A good method is to have a solid skincare routine along with a healthy diet...
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How Microcurrent on the Face Works: Benefits, Devices, and Tips
Microcurrent facial treatments have gained popularity in recent years as a non-invasive way to achieve a more youthful appearance. As a Doctor of Acupuncture & Chinese Medicine with over 20 ye...
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Ultimate Guide to Lymphatic Massage for Face: Benefits and Techniques
Wondering how to reduce facial puffiness and achieve more radiant skin? Lymphatic massage for the face might be the answer. This guide will explain what facial lymphatic drainage massage is, highl...
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Natural & Not So Natural Remedies to Firm up Your Sagging Neck Skin
Are you overlooking your neck when it comes to skincare? As we age, our skin naturally loses some of its elasticity and firmness, leading to areas like the neck showing signs of sagging. While thi...
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Enhancing Your Natural Beauty: The Art of Facial Acupuncture
Have you ever caught a glimpse of yourself in the mirror and wished for a natural, radiant glow? As we journey through life, our skin tells a story - of laughter, stress, and countless expressions...
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