Kessinger Aesthetic Derm

Welcome to MONDAY MYTH BUSTERS: Lip Filler Edition! 💋💉

A series in which we share some quick answers to myths about aesthetics often misunderstood.

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Kelly Kessinger, MSN, FNP, AANP - C
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Most metabolic compounds activate one receptor. This investigational one was engineered to activate three at once, and that’s what makes it scientifically fascinating. 🧬

Retatrutide is a peptide currently in clinical trials. What makes it novel is its design: it’s a “triple agonist,” built to activate three different receptors involved in how your body regulates energy and metabolism, GLP-1, GIP, and glucagon receptors.

Here’s why that’s interesting. Your body’s metabolism isn’t controlled by a single switch, it’s a network of signals working together. GLP-1 and GIP are incretin hormones involved in blood sugar regulation and appetite signalling. The glucagon receptor is involved in energy expenditure and how the body mobilises stored energy. Most earlier compounds in this space target one or two of these. Retatrutide was engineered to engage all three, one molecule, three switches.

The idea behind combining them is that these pathways work together, so activating them in concert may influence metabolism more comprehensively than hitting a single target. In its trials it’s generated significant scientific interest for its effects on metabolic markers.

The essential honest context: Retatrutide is investigational. It is still in clinical trials, is not approved, and its full safety and efficacy profile is still being established. This is a look at the science and the mechanism, not a recommendation, and not a product.

As a piece of drug-design innovation, engineering one molecule to coordinate three metabolic pathways, it’s one of the most closely watched developments in the field.

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⚠️ Not medical advice, for educational purposes only.

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Your body already makes a version of this. Scientists just turned it into one of the most talked-about healing compounds in research. Meet BPC-157. 🧬

BPC stands for “Body Protection Compound”, it’s derived from a protective protein found in your gut. That’s part of why it’s so interesting: it’s not foreign chemistry, it’s based on something your body already uses to protect and repair itself.

What it’s studied for is accelerating healing, specifically in tissue that’s notoriously slow to recover: tendons, ligaments, muscle and the gut lining. One of its key mechanisms is angiogenesis: it’s researched for helping grow new blood vessels into damaged tissue, and blood flow is what healing actually runs on. More supply lines to the injury, faster repair.

That’s why it’s most associated with stubborn injuries and gut issues, the areas where normal healing tends to stall.

It’s one of the most researched repair compounds in the space, but sourcing and quality vary enormously, and this is firmly research territory.

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Kelly Kessinger, MSN, FNP, AANP - C
Aesthetic NP, HRT Certified, Weightloss Specialist

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Carley Griffin, MSN, FNP-BC, Injectable Academy Certified Injector, SkinCeuticals Ambassador, HydraFacial Certified Specialist, Trained EvexiPEL HRT, Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

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Jalyn Tattnall, Student Esthetician (Elan Preparatory Institute of Esthetics), Certified in: Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Dermalogica for Treating Melanin-Rich Skin & Skinny on Skin Program for Melanoma

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⚠️ Not medical advice, for educational purposes only

Repost @ HNRLabs

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Need another date with us? August specials are still live!

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Kelly Kessinger, MSN, FNP, AANP - C
Aesthetic NP, HRT Certified, Weightloss Specialist

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Carley Griffin, MSN, FNP-BC, Injectable Academy Certified Injector, SkinCeuticals Ambassador, HydraFacial Certified Specialist, Trained EvexiPEL HRT, Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

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Jalyn Tattnall, Student Esthetician (Elan Preparatory Institute of Esthetics), Certified in: Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Dermalogica for Treating Melanin-Rich Skin & Skinny on Skin Program for Melanoma

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WHY DO MEN LOVE BOTOX TOO? 👏

Because looking refreshed isn’t just for women.

Men are choosing Botox to subtly soften expression lines & maintain a more rested appearance.

Common treatment areas include:
• Forehead lines
• Frown lines (“11s”)
• Crow’s feet
• Bunny lines

The goal? Look like yourself, just more refreshed.

At Kessinger Aesthetic Dermatology, we tailor every treatment to your facial anatomy and goals.

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Kelly Kessinger, MSN, FNP, AANP - C
Aesthetic NP, HRT Certified, Weightloss Specialist

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Carley Griffin, MSN, FNP-BC, Injectable Academy Certified Injector, SkinCeuticals Ambassador, HydraFacial Certified Specialist, Trained EvexiPEL HRT, Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

FOLLOW Carley on Instagram:
Carley Griffin | Aesthetic FNP-BC 🤍

Jalyn Tattnall, Student Esthetician (Elan Preparatory Institute of Esthetics), Certified in: Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Dermalogica for Treating Melanin-Rich Skin & Skinny on Skin Program for Melanoma

FOLLOW Jalyn on Instagram: ☆ Jalyn | Student Esthetician ☆

A little enhancement can make a beautiful difference. 💋

This HA (hyaluronic acid) lip filler treatment was designed to enhance shape, balance, and hydration while keeping the result soft, natural, and beautifully you.

✔️ Subtle volume
✔️ Improved lip definition
✔️ Balanced proportions
✔️ Natural-looking results

At Kessinger Aesthetic Dermatology, our goal is never “overfilled”, it’s enhanced, balanced, and natural. 🤍

DM, CALL OR BOOK ONLINE:

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Financing:

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💰 Care Credit
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Kelly Kessinger, MSN, FNP, AANP - C
Aesthetic NP, HRT Certified, Weightloss Specialist

FOLLOW Kelly on Instagram:
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Carley Griffin, MSN, FNP-BC, Injectable Academy Certified Injector, SkinCeuticals Ambassador, HydraFacial Certified Specialist, Trained EvexiPEL HRT, Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

FOLLOW Carley on Instagram:
Carley Griffin | Aesthetic FNP-BC 🤍

Jalyn Tattnall, Student Esthetician (Elan Preparatory Institute of Esthetics), Certified in: Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Dermalogica for Treating Melanin-Rich Skin & Skinny on Skin Program for Melanoma

FOLLOW Jalyn on Instagram: ☆ Jalyn | Student Esthetician ☆

Stop by this week and see us 🤗

August specials are ending soon - let’s get you in!

DM, CALL OR BOOK ONLINE:

💻 www.kessingeraestheticderm.com

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Financing:

💰 Cherry
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💰 Care Credit
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Kelly Kessinger, MSN, FNP, AANP - C
Aesthetic NP, HRT Certified, Weightloss Specialist

FOLLOW Kelly on Instagram:
Kelly Kessinger

Carley Griffin, MSN, FNP-BC, Injectable Academy Certified Injector, SkinCeuticals Ambassador, HydraFacial Certified Specialist, Trained EvexiPEL HRT, Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

FOLLOW Carley on Instagram:
Carley Griffin | Aesthetic FNP-BC 🤍

Jalyn Tattnall, Student Esthetician (Elan Preparatory Institute of Esthetics), Certified in: Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Dermalogica for Treating Melanin-Rich Skin & Skinny on Skin Program for Melanoma

FOLLOW Jalyn on Instagram: ☆ Jalyn | Student Esthetician ☆

DM or CALL:

📱912-349-0749

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Financing:

💰 Cherry
www.withcherry.com

💰 Care Credit
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Kelly Kessinger, MSN, FNP, AANP - C
Aesthetic NP, HRT Certified, Weightloss Specialist

FOLLOW Kelly on Instagram:
Kelly Kessinger

Carley Griffin, MSN, FNP-BC, Injectable Academy Certified Injector, SkinCeuticals Ambassador, HydraFacial Certified Specialist, Trained EvexiPEL HRT, Cosmetic Laser Practitioner

FOLLOW Carley on Instagram:
Carley Griffin | Aesthetic FNP-BC 🤍

Jalyn Tattnall, Student Esthetician (Elan Preparatory Institute of Esthetics), Certified in: Microneedling, Dermaplaning, Dermalogica for Treating Melanin-Rich Skin & Skinny on Skin Program for Melanoma

FOLLOW Jalyn on Instagram: ☆ Jalyn | Student Esthetician ☆