2024 is here and with that comes New Year’s resolutions. It can be difficult to keep your resolutions with only 9% of Americans sticking with them to the end of the year. Don’t worry! That doesn’t mean you can’t do it. You just need the right partners that will help you to achieve your goal. We have compiled a list of experts that can guide you to success and to a new you. Whether you are looking for a professional to help up your self care game or for a place to learn and prepare to advance your career.
If you’ve been thinking about making your skin a priority in 2024, FACEologyMD off Avocado Avenue in Newport Beach may be a great starting point. Led by Dr. Raymond Lee and Dr. Shabnam Ghazizadeh, FACEologyMD represents the latest in skincare technology and facial rejuvenation surgery,. They are a boutique facial surgery practice that focuses exclusively on the face and has been awarded the Orange County Register’s ‘Best of Orange County’ multiple times. Most recently, Dr. Lee was a recipient of the 2024 Orange County’s Physician of Excellence Award. Over the years, they have performed thousands of face and neck lifts so you know you’re in capable hands.
Their advanced skin care line FACEOLOGY Skincare was carefully researched and designed in-house. They have formulated products that utilize both the highest quality botanicals like green tea polyphenols, vitamin C, and apple stem cells and proven ingredients like peptides, glycolic acid, and all-trans retinol to deliver healthy and beautiful skin.
FACEologyMD specializes in facial aesthetic surgery and minimally invasive procedures of the face. The surgical procedures offered include facelift, neck lift, eyelid lift, lip lift and rhinoplasty. Their med spa services focus on fillers, botox, lasers, chemical peels, microneedling and facials. With all of those options if you are looking to improve your facial skin, head to FACEologMD for a consultation.
“Our doctors and providers take the time to listen to your concerns so that we can formulate a customized surgical or non surgical plan that suits your needs and recovery times,” said Raymond Lee, Medical Director from FACEologyMD. “We want to restore your natural beauty and bring renewed confidence in 2024.”
As a service to the community, FACEologyMD offers complimentary earlobe repair for men and women looking to enter the armed forces, police and fire academy.
UCI Division of Continuing Education
Pursuing lifelong learning is always a good plan and the University of California, Irvine, Division of Continuing Education (UCI DCE) has numerous programs to expand your skill set and further your knowledge in the new year. UCI DCE offers a comprehensive portfolio of courses, certificate programs, and boot camps in high-demand fields such as health sciences, engineering, information technology, business, and more. There are also free events available to the public, which are designed to foster community engagement and provide accessible avenues for skill development and personal growth.
An example of the impact of UCI DCE is an upcoming event from their “Game Changers” series on January 24th. This free event features Genein Letford, a 2019 Los Angeles Lakers Business Woman, the 2015 California Charter Teacher of the Year, and a national thought leader and creator of the concept of ‘Intercultural Creativity®.’ Learners will leave this session knowing how to recognize and begin to implement Intercultural Creativity into their work culture.
“Our commitment to extending the knowledge of the university to the local community also aligns with the spirit of New Year’s resolutions, encouraging individuals, including mature learners, to explore new interests and expand their horizons,” said Anju Coleman-Nakai Associate Director, Communications. “By offering various opportunities like these, UCI DCE ensures that all community members can embark on a path of lifelong learning with access to the tools and knowledge they can use to make their resolutions a reality in the coming year and beyond.”
Under the leadership of their Dean, Kristine Collins, the Division has a renewed focus on serving all learners through impactful education. Whether it’s through the development of new knowledge and skills, the support to shift careers, or to pique curiosity and maintain engagement through retirement, UCI DCE serves everyone, and everyone is welcome.
Here are some links to begin your journey at UCI:
https://ce.uci.edu/resources/events/
https://ce.uci.edu/olli/ (mature learners)
Now, are you ready to transform your body and mind? Are you going to get a certification in a new skill or finally treat yourself to that procedure you’ve been dreaming about? Maybe you are going to rejuvenate your skin and health? As they say, every journey starts with a single step. Time to reach out for help and get ready to achieve your goals. With the assistance of these experts, we have no doubt you will succeed.
