Pregnancy is one of the most powerful physiological and spiritual transitions a body can undergo. It is a time of rapid change, profound vulnerability, and deep creative potential. The goal of this guide is to support you in optimizing your health throughout each trimester — not only to nourish a growing baby, but to fortify your own body, regulate your nervous system, and prepare for the immense task of labor, birth, and postpartum recovery.
The era of frozen foreheads and overfilled cheeks is shifting. More and more celebrities and wellness-savvy individuals are rethinking the long-term impact of injectables like Botox and dermal fillers—and choosing natural, holistic beauty treatments instead. At Onyx, I see it every day: people seeking to feel more radiant, more alive, and more themselves—not less.
So what’s driving this move away from conventional cosmetic procedures? Let’s take a look.
While Botox is widely marketed as safe and effective, growing awareness of Botox Illness is raising important questions. Botox, or botulinum toxin A, is a neurotoxin. When injected, it blocks nerve signals to the muscles, preventing them from contracting. Over time, this can create a smooth, expressionless appearance—but for some, it can also trigger serious systemic issues.
People experiencing Botox Illness report symptoms like fatigue, headaches, anxiety, brain fog, shortness of breath, and muscle weakness—sometimes lasting for months. Though these reactions are often dismissed, forums like RealSelf and Facebook support groups (like “Botox Dysport Xeomin Jeuveau Side Effects Support Group”) are filled with stories from people whose health deteriorated after injections.
Some reactions are now being linked to Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS)—a condition where the body’s mast cells release excessive histamine in response to triggers. Toxins like botulinum toxin are known to exacerbate MCAS in vulnerable individuals.
One widely shared story is that of Christina, a previously healthy woman who developed extreme fatigue, heart palpitations, and debilitating inflammation after a single Botox session. Her journey, documented here, brought attention to how underreported these reactions are.
Even celebrities have started speaking up. Gwyneth Paltrow openly ditched Botox years ago after describing her experience as looking "crazy." Courtney Cox admitted that her fillers made her feel like she didn’t look like herself anymore. “I didn’t realize it until one day I kind of stepped back and went, ‘Oh s—t. I don’t look like myself.’” Cox later had them dissolved. Kaley Cuoco, Cameron Diaz, and Jennifer Aniston have also publicly spoken about their commitment to natural skincare over injectables.
So what are these celebrities choosing instead?
They’re turning to holistic, non-invasive treatments like cosmetic acupuncture, red light therapy, gua sha, and facial cupping—ancient tools re-emerging in the wellness spotlight.
These treatments don’t paralyze your muscles or fill your face with synthetic substances. Instead, they stimulate collagen production, improve microcirculation, reduce inflammation, and promote lymphatic drainage—supporting the body’s natural healing and beauty from the inside out.
At Onyx, my approach to cosmetic acupuncture is rooted in both aesthetic results and deep systemic support. By placing tiny, painless needles in specific points on the face and body, we increase blood flow, tone muscles, and release tension—while also supporting digestion, hormonal balance, and the nervous system. It’s beauty and medicine in one.
Cosmetic acupuncture is often called the “natural facelift”—but it’s so much more than that. Over the course of a series (I typically recommend 10 sessions over 5–6 weeks), clients notice:
Softer fine lines
Lifted, firmer skin
More even tone and texture
Reduced jaw tension and puffiness
Better sleep and energy
A radiant glow that no highlighter can fake
Pair this with red light therapy (proven to stimulate collagen and improve skin texture), gua sha, and facial cupping—and you have a powerful, non-invasive toolkit for long-lasting beauty.
At Onyx Acupuncture, I work with people who are ready to embrace natural aging with grace—and who want to feel as good as they look. You don’t need to freeze your face to look younger. You don’t need to chase perfection to feel beautiful. You just need the right support to let your body do what it’s designed to do: repair, replenish, and radiate.
If you're curious about trying cosmetic acupuncture for yourself, I invite you to book your initial consult and we’ll create a custom plan that supports your skin, your body, and your goals.
Come see why people are stepping away from injectables—and stepping into a deeper kind of beauty.
✨ Ready to glow naturally? Start your journey with cosmetic acupuncture at Onyx with Layne.
In the realm of orthopedic concerns, issues like muscle or tendon tears, tendonitis, bursitis, sprains, and strains can often disrupt our daily lives, leaving us in pain and seeking effective treatments. While surgery might seem like the go-to solution for many, there's a holistic approach that deserves our attention: acupuncture.
The decision to stop using hormonal birth control is a personal one, and it can be helpful to understand what happens to the body when making this transition. In this blog, I will explore the changes that can occur in a woman's body when she comes off of hormonal birth control and offer some tips for supporting a healthy transition.
Currently in the heart of winter, when the sun sets earlier and rises later, our circadian rhythm naturally changes as well. In our modernized world, many of us are unaware and continue on the same schedule of bedtime and waking as we have all Summer, but our bodies and brains are still tuned into the changing rhythm.
Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that's related to changes in seasons — SAD begins and ends at about the same times every year. If you're like most people with SAD, your symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody.
As the weather dives into lower temps, we enter yet another cold and flu season. It’s the time of year when the chances of “coming down with something” increase. Everywhere you look there are over-the-counter cold and flu products being advertised to keep you safe from the lurking ailments that may afflict you.
Autumn: arguably one of the most enjoyable seasons in terms of temperature. We have officially arrived at more consistently cooler weather, leaves are changing colors, and boots, sweaters, and all things cozy are coming out of our storage closets. Autumn is a gorgeous season, and sometimes, if we’re lucky, the Colorado skies grant us a full month (or two, fingers crossed) before it starts to feel more like winter.
We are so lucky to live in an area like Denver that provides so many restaurant options for specialty diets like gluten free, vegan, keto, etc. Here are a few of my favorite restaurants, many focusing on locally sourced and organic ingredients. Eating locally sourced and organic ingredients is best for ensuring maximum nutrient availability and freshness.
