Reward

Reward programs. Seems like everywhere you look, companies want to reward you. Buy 10, get 1 free sandwiches. Free gas with groceries bought. Fly enough, and a free flight will come your way. Use your credit card, get cash back.

And the latest in rewards? Beauty bucks. Take advantage of Allergan's brilliant distinctions program. With every Botox, Juvederm, and Latisse, receive points that translate into money off your next treatment. A reward for keeping yourself rejuvenated? Pretty brilliant, indeed.

Can Botox help depression?

We all know the improvement that Botox and Dysport can make in wrinkles caused by movement in the face: frown lines, crow's feet, forehead wrinkles, gummy smile, wrinkles around the mouth, dimpled chin, neck bands, and more. But did you know that studies have shown improvement in people's mood following the treatment?

A study performed in Switzerland took 30 people with a history of depression that did not improve previously with medication. 15 people had their frown lines injected with Botox (onabotulinumtoxin) and 15 were injected with a placebo (saline). There was a significant improvement in mood in the group treated with Botox.

Much has been written about the mind-body connection: that our physical state can affect our moods/emotions and vice versa. Although more research needs to be conducted, Botox may prove to be a great treatment for depression in the future.