Jessica Davis’ go-to BEAUTY ROUTINE

BY: JESSICA DAVIS PHOTO BY: LILLIAN REITZ

Ibelieve true beauty is found in selfconfidence. Throughout my 12-year career as a medical aesthetician, I have noticed most people are not sure where to start when they decide to make a change in their appearance. My job at Oceana Luxe Med Spa is to help clients find that straight and narrow path, and the quickest way to get there is through building their self-confidence.

In 2020, my entire concept of beauty changed. It was the middle of the pandemic and I was stuck at home with COVID. There was no access to lash extensions, facials, manicures or pedicures; no need to wear makeup. Gyms were closed, I gained 20 pounds and I did not look or feel myself. This caused me to question if I was truly happy — not just physically but spiritually, mentally and emotionally.

The answer was no, so I decided to change. Beautiful things are always made through change: Seeds turn into roses, caterpillars turn into butterflies and diamonds are made under high temperatures and pressure. I decided to make small, consistent changes for my skin, such as incorporating new products to help with my complexion. I also began to incorporate monthly massages to reduce stress and increase blood circulation.

To work on my self-confidence, I asked myself a few really important questions. What is one thing I would like to enhance or change about my appearance? How can I achieve this? Am I making these changes for myself or because of the world's view of beauty? By answering these questions, making small changes in my routine and diving deeper into my spirituality, I began to understand that true beauty is found in valuing yourself; and when you value yourself, confidence will follow.

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• For the past 25 years, Dr. Herve Gentile`s practice has been 100% exclusively limited to Aesthetic Surgery and all aspects of non-surgical Cosmetic Treatments.

• Triple Boarded Plastic Surgeon Certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, the American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and the American Board of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. Dr. Gentile was one of the first of only a handful of Triple Boarded Plastic Surgeons.

• Has been an invited speaker by many Plastic Surgery Societies and Institutions including the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in the US and Internationally (Miami, Dubai, Monaco, Rio de Janeiro, etc…)

• Continually voted by his peers for many years to be included by Castle Connolly® and earlier by Best Doctors of America®. Both are the US preeminent medical-database authority to identify the highestrated specialty physicians, all of whom are nominated by their peers after an extensive survey process of thousands of doctors each year.

• Dr. Gentile held a teaching position since 1993 as Clinical Assistant Professor of Surgery (Plastic Surgery) at the Medical College of Georgia, Univ. of Georgia Systems.

• Served in the USAF flying F- 4 Phantoms. This contributed to the formation of the necessary discipline of quick decision abilities required to be a complete rounded plastic surgeon.

• With his artistic abilities, Dr. Herve Gentile designed the first in-office surgery center accredited in South Texas in the late 90`s. It features the most current technology which provides for patient convenience, comfort, and privacy with all the safety features, but without the added expenses and inconveniences of a hospital setting.

• Dr. Gentile`s tip when seeking plastic surgery is to expect to improve your looks and raise your self-esteem, but you must be prepared to have realistic expectations. Due diligence is a must in choosing the most qualified surgeon. Many are practicing without the necessary experience and qualifications. Dr. Gentile`s artistic skills, extensive training and years of experience allows him to confidently perform a variety of advanced procedures.