Revive Collagen Appoints Beauty Industry Veteran Shawn Haynes as President – Americas to Lead US Expansion
July 1, 2025, New York, NY - Shawn joins from WYN Beauty by Serena Williams, where he held the same role. Collaborating closely with Serena Williams and the Board of Directors he drove the company’s growth strategy and maximized value, positioning the brand for sustained success in the marketplace. Widely regarded as a titan of the US beauty industry, Shawn’s impressive 25-year career has seen him launch and scale some of the category’s most recognised brands, including Mane by Jen Atkin, e.l.f. Cosmetics, and Revolution Beauty. At e.l.f. Cosmetics, as Vice President, he engineered the expansion plan for US retail business, helping to lay the foundation for its acquisition by TPG Growth. As CEO Americas at Revolution Beauty, he drove the expansion of the US business, transforming it into the company’s largest division with $90 million in annual sales. He also played a pivotal role in Revolution Beauty’s successful IPO on London’s AIM Stock Exchange in 2021.Shawn’s deep industry expertise, combined with his ability to launch, scale and commercialise brands in highly competitive markets, makes him uniquely positioned to lead Revive Collagen’s expansion across the Americas. His forward-thinking approach, focus on innovation and consistent track record for building long-term value have made him one of the most respected operators in the beauty industry.Further to his executive roles, Shawn has been a thought leader in the beauty industry, serving as a member of the Board of Directors for the Personal Care Products Council and as an advisor to numerous consumer products and beauty companies. His strategic insights continue to shape the future of the industry, as he actively mentors and supports emerging beauty brands. “Shawn has an outstanding track record of transforming emerging brands into global success stories. The US represents a major growth market for Revive Collagen, and with his expertise in building and scaling high-growth consumer brands, we are well-positioned to accelerate our expansion. His leadership will ensure our growth in the Americas is fully aligned with our global strategy, as we continue towards our goal of becoming the world’s number one ingestible collagen brand.” John Bailey, Co-Founder, Revive Collagen.Shawn Haynes, President of Americas, said, "I’m thrilled to be joining such a dynamic company and innovative brand, one that has already made a meaningful impact in the lives of so many loyal consumers. As more people shift their focus toward wellness and begin their beauty routines from within, there’s a tremendous opportunity to reach new audiences. Revive Collagen is perfectly positioned for this next chapter of growth, driven by category-leading innovation, accelerated consumer acquisition across channels, strong digital and social performance, and a commitment to delivering real results for today’s wellness-focused consumer. I’m excited to work alongside such a talented team and our passionate, engaged founders as we continue to grow and elevate the brand."Revive Collagen has rapidly established itself as Europe’s fastest-growing collagen brand, with retail partnerships that include Ulta Beauty, Walgreens, The Vitamin Shoppe, CVS, Boots, Holland & Barrett and is listed in over 6000 stores worldwide. With Shawn, leading the brand’s US strategies, Revive Collagen is set to consolidate its leadership of this growing category. As part of the brand’s global expansion, Sarah Power has been promoted to President EMEA & APAC, reflecting her continued leadership and responsibility for all territories outside the US. About Revive Collagen: Launched in August 2020, Revive Collagen is a luxury ready-to-drink collagen brand specifically developed to enhance beauty from within. Proudly British with quality at its core, Revive Collagen offers uniquely formulated, ready-to-drink collagen which delivers real results to the hair, skin and nails within 6-8 weeks. Revive Collagen has a growing range of luxury liquid supplements that contain high doses of Type 1 Hydrolyzed Marine Collagen. All products include added beauty ingredients and up to 100% of an adult's RDA of essential vitamins for an all-in-one beauty shot. Revive Collagen uses Type1 hydrolyzed marine collagen (superior in bioavailability compared to other forms of collagen and 20 x the strength of an average tablet) and is dairy free, gluten free, soy free, lactose free with no artificial sweeteners or colors. Revive Collagen is now the fastest-growing collagen brand in Europe with listings in international retailers including Boots, Holland & Barrett, M&S, Sephora Online, Look Fantastic and QVC. In January 2025 the brand launched into the UAE in over 450 doors across Supercare, Watsons and Med Seven. In Summer 2025, Revive Collagen will launch into over 5600 doors across the US in Walgreens, CVS, Ulta Beauty and The Vitamin Shoppe.
Earlier this year, I was personally selected by Airbnb Global to help launch a brand-new initiative across just 70 exclusive cities worldwide, and I am proud to represent Toronto as one of their original hosts. This is a handpicked experience created to showcase what makes this city and its people powerful — and I’m bringing that energy through fitness.
This is a one-of-a-kind fitness session led by me — Alicia Bell, IFBB Pro, celebrity trainer, kinesiologist, and performance coach.
In each 60-minute session, you will get:
A personalized or semi-private workout tailored to your goals
Coaching focused on strength, confidence, and real results
A deeper look into how athletes and celebrities really train
A supportive and empowering experience whether you’re visiting or local
This is your chance to train with a Toronto personal trainer who lives and breathes the industry. I have coached Team Canada, worked with elite athletes, trained celebrity clients and even appeared in commercials for New Balance, Garnier, and Tokyo Smoke. I have been featured on magazine covers, in national campaigns, and recently appeared on Drake’s livestream with Adin Ross. My passion is helping people transform their bodies and their mindset — and now, I get to share that experience with you through Airbnb.
Where It’s Happening: Push Pounds Sports Medicine
All sessions are held at the incredible Push Pounds Sports Medicine, one of Toronto’s top performance and recovery facilities.
📍 Push Pounds Sports Medicine 481 Danforth Avenue Toronto, ON M4K 1P5
This space is everything a serious training session needs — clean, professional, and focused on helping you move better and feel stronger. Whether you are in town for a short stay or you live in Toronto and want to elevate your training, Push Pounds is the perfect place to do it.
Why Book This?
Whether you are exploring Toronto tourism, booking a wellness-focused trip, or just looking to train with a Toronto celebrity trainer, this experience gives you direct access to high-level coaching and industry insight in a personal, relaxed setting. I built this for people who want more out of their movement — not just a workout, but something that feels powerful and connected.
You will walk away from this session feeling more confident, more capable, and more connected to yourself — and to the energy that makes this city so dynamic.
Book Your Spot
Sessions are limited to keep the experience personalized, so make sure to book early. Reserve your spot now: 👉 www.airbnb.com/x/trainitright
Thank you to Airbnb for selecting me as a Toronto original, and thank you to Push Pounds for being the home of this experience. I cannot wait to train with you.
Let’s move. Let’s connect. Let’s train it right.
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Alicia Bell IFBB Pro Figure Competitor Kinesiologist, Personal Trainer, Performance Coach Celebrity Trainer | Featured in New Balance and Garnier Campaigns Seen on Drake’s Livestream with Adin Ross 📍 Based in Toronto 📲 Instagram: @trainitright 🌐 Website: www.trainitright.com
I am so excited to announce that my official Airbnb Experience is now live — and this one is special.
Earlier this year, I was personally selected by Airbnb Global to help launch a brand-new initiative across just 70 exclusive cities worldwide, and I am proud to represent Toronto as one of their original hosts. This is a handpicked experience created to showcase what makes this city and its people powerful — and I’m bringing that energy through fitness.
This is a one-of-a-kind fitness session led by me — Alicia Bell, IFBB Pro, celebrity trainer, kinesiologist, and performance coach.
In each 60-minute session, you will get:
A personalized or semi-private workout tailored to your goals
Coaching focused on strength, confidence, and real results
A deeper look into how athletes and celebrities really train
A supportive and empowering experience whether you’re visiting or local
This is your chance to train with a Toronto personal trainer who lives and breathes the industry. I have coached Team Canada, worked with elite athletes, trained celebrity clients and even appeared in commercials for New Balance, Garnier, and Tokyo Smoke. I have been featured on magazine covers, in national campaigns, and recently appeared on Drake’s livestream with Adin Ross. My passion is helping people transform their bodies and their mindset — and now, I get to share that experience with you through Airbnb.
Where It’s Happening: Push Pounds Sports Medicine
All sessions are held at the incredible Push Pounds Sports Medicine, one of Toronto’s top performance and recovery facilities.
📍 Push Pounds Sports Medicine 481 Danforth Avenue Toronto, ON M4K 1P5
This space is everything a serious training session needs — clean, professional, and focused on helping you move better and feel stronger. Whether you are in town for a short stay or you live in Toronto and want to elevate your training, Push Pounds is the perfect place to do it.
Why Book This?
Whether you are exploring Toronto tourism, booking a wellness-focused trip, or just looking to train with a Toronto celebrity trainer, this experience gives you direct access to high-level coaching and industry insight in a personal, relaxed setting. I built this for people who want more out of their movement — not just a workout, but something that feels powerful and connected.
You will walk away from this session feeling more confident, more capable, and more connected to yourself — and to the energy that makes this city so dynamic.
Book Your Spot
Sessions are limited to keep the experience personalized, so make sure to book early. Reserve your spot now: 👉 www.airbnb.com/x/trainitright
Thank you to Airbnb for selecting me as a Toronto original, and thank you to Push Pounds for being the home of this experience. I cannot wait to train with you.
Let’s move. Let’s connect. Let’s train it right.
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Alicia Bell IFBB Pro Figure Competitor Kinesiologist, Personal Trainer, Performance Coach 📍 Based in Toronto 📲 Instagram: @trainitright 🌐 Website: www.trainitright.com
New York, NY - June 26, 2025 - BiotechBeauty proudly unveils BiomeBronze, a revolutionary contour + bronzer stick that brings skin science to the world of color cosmetics. Powered by prebiotics, postbiotics, and biomimetic polypeptides, this patent-pending formula delivers sculpted definition and clinically proven skin benefits, because healthy skin is always in style. Inspired by founder Alanna Tran’s cosmetic chemistry background and passion for clean innovation, BiomeBronze represents the next generation of multitasking makeup. Designed for seamless, buildable warmth and contouring, BiomeBronze effortlessly defines your features while strengthening your skin from the inside out. The result? A bronzey, summer-kissed glow that’s as healthy as it looks. Available in five versatile, skin-enhancing shades: Iso-Taupe, a cool beige ideal for subtle definition, Sunkissed Synthesis, a fair warm tone for a soft, sunlit glow, Caramel Chroma, a medium warm hue perfect for golden warmth, Molecular Mocha, a rich brown for deeper sculpting, and Bionic Boost, a deep brown formulated to deliver bold, radiant depth. Each shade has been expertly developed to flatter a wide range of skin tones while delivering high-performance wear and benefits.
Clinically Proven Skin Benefits:Increases skin barrier strength by 112% in 14 days: Based on a 52.8% reduction in transepidermal water loss (TEWL), indicating enhanced moisture retention, as measured in a clinical study on 31 subjectsCertified microbiome-friendly & supports microbiome diversity: Based on in vivo qPCR skin microbiome analyses conducted over 14 daysImproves skin clarity by 30% in 28 days: Shown in a comedogenicity study tracking the reduction in visible comedonesNon-comedogenic: Clinically evaluated over 28 days on 24 subjects with oily, combination, and acne-prone skinSafe for sensitive skin: Dermatologist-tested in a 39-day dermal sensitization study with 50 participants, including those with sensitive and acne-prone skin.
BiomeBronze® retails for $38.00 and is available now atbiotechbeautyus.com. About BiotechBeauty: BiotechBeauty is a skin-improving makeup brand that merges cutting-edge biotechnology with high-performance color to create products that enhance beauty, support skin health, and promote environmental sustainability. Developed through years of rigorous research, BiotechBeauty’s clinically-backed formulas feature bioengineered, skin-loving ingredients that protect and nurture the skin’s microbiome and barrier while delivering flawless makeup results. The brand is committed to transparency, offering clear ingredient education and science-backed claims, ensuring consumers can trust every product they use. BiotechBeauty is also on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.
Thrive Causemetics Launches New Sheer Strength® Hydrating Shine Lip Tint!
NEW YORK, NY - June 24 2025 - Thrive Causemetics is excited to announce the launch of their Sheer Strength Hydrating Shine Lip Tint ($26). Treat your lips to a wash of balmy color fueled by 24-Hour Moisture Lock Complex™ for long-lasting hydration! This is a lip-perfecting, lightweight formula that instantly rejuvenates lips to create a smooth, conditioned surface for optimal color laydown. Go through your day with confidence knowing your lips are protected and moisturized with a hint of tint. Now available on ThriveCausemetics.com.
All-Day Hydration - Fueled by 24-Hour Moisture Lock Complex™ and a unique blend of botanical oils, this tinted balm deeply conditions lips and locks in hydration morning to night, even hours after applying.Hint of Tint - 8 versatile shades, designed to enhance your natural lip color with a wash of buildable sheer color and a radiant, healthy-looking finish.Effortless Comfort - Infused with skin-loving ingredients like Mango and Shea Butters, this formula glides on seamlessly for always-comfortable, never-drying wear.
About Thrive CausemeticsThrive Causemetics and Bigger Than Beauty Skincare is a high-performance makeup and skincare company with a “bigger than beauty” mission. All of the products are vegan, cruelty-free, and formulated without parabens and sulfates. For every product purchased, Thrive Causemetics donates to help communities thrive. Since 2015, Thrive Causemetics has donated over $150 million in funds and products to over 600 Giving Partners.
COSRX Expands Into Haircare with Launch of PEPTIDE-132 Ultra Perfect Hair Bonding Collection
Introducing a Three-Step System for Stronger, Shinier, Healthier StrandsNew York, NY - June 23, 2025 - COSRX, the globally renowned and TikTok-viral Korean beauty brand known for its clinically effective yet minimalistic skincare solutions, proudly announces its entrance into the haircare market with the launch of the PEPTIDE-132 Ultra Perfect Hair Bonding Collection. This highly anticipated expansion marks a bold step forward for COSRX, blending its signature science-backed approach with the rising trend of “skinification” in haircare, treating the scalp and hair with the same level of targeted, ingredient-focused care as facial skin. This three-step system includes the PEPTIDE-132 Ultra Perfect Hair Bonding Shampoo, Treatment, and Oil Serum, each formulated with the brand’s patented PEPTIDE-132 to target and repair hair damage at the molecular level. Designed to restore strength, shine, and softness to even the most compromised strands, the collection brings COSRX’s clinical skin expertise to scalp and hair care for the first time. The three-product launch introduces a proprietary ingredient exclusive to COSRX: PEPTIDE-132, a patented low-molecular-weight peptide clinically developed to restore damaged hair from within.
PEPTIDE-132 Ultra Perfect Hair Bonding Shampoo is a luxurious, pH-balanced cleansing formula that deeply purifies while repairing damaged strands at the molecular level. Infused with PEPTIDE-132, hydrolyzed plant protein, and targeted scalp-balancing actives like caffeine, zinc PCA, and piroctone olamine, this shampoo strengthens broken protein bonds and supports long-term scalp health. Delivering intensive protein bond repair, features scalp-soothing and oil-controlling actives, and creates a rich, gentle lather suitable for all hair types—including damaged, color-treated, or sensitive scalps.PEPTIDE-132 Ultra Perfect Hair Bonding Treatment is an advanced, salon-grade restorative cream designed for mid-lengths to ends. Formulated with PEPTIDE-132, 18 amino acids, keratin, and botanical oils, the treatment delivers intensive nourishment to brittle, frizzy, or chemically processed hair. This treatment strengthens internal keratin bonds, smooths and detangles coarse or unruly strands, and delivers a soft, glossy finish with long-lasting manageabilityPEPTIDE-132 Ultra Perfect Hair Bonding Oil Serum is lightweight yet potent finishing oil-serum hybrid that absorbs instantly, providing intense shine and smoothness without residue. Enriched with PEPTIDE-132, Vitamin E, and seven botanical oils, including argan, camellia, and jojoba, it targets split ends, enhances elasticity, and protects against environmental and thermal stress. This bonding oil serum repairs both surface-level and internal damage, boosts luminosity while taming frizz, and locks in moisture for all-day hydration and radiant shine. With the launch of the PEPTIDE-132 Ultra Perfect Hair Bonding line, COSRX expands its legacy of clinically proven skincare into the world of haircare, bringing the same commitment to science, simplicity, and results. Powered by the patented PEPTIDE-132, this innovative three-step system delivers visible transformation from root to tip, strengthening hair at the molecular level while enhancing shine, softness, and resilience. As the brand continues to redefine beauty through a skin-first philosophy, COSRX invites consumers to treat their hair with the same care and precision as their skin, because healthy hair starts at the root.
This revolutionary hair care line is available to shop at cosrx.com and Amazon retailing for $23 for each product. For more information or sample requests, please contact cosrx@michelemariepr.comAbout COSRX: With its powerful yet affordable skincare solutions, COSRX has quickly become one of America's favorite skincare brands. Using a minimal number of highly effective natural extracts in concentrated doses, COSRX products deliver visible results by treating the skin with only the essentials it needs and nothing it doesn't. Find its best-selling skincare solutions at retailers nationwide, including https://www.cosrx.com, Amazon, ULTA, Revolve, Dermstore, Nordstrom and Target. COSRX is also on Instagram + TikTok.
NEOM Wellbeing Launches Pod Mini +
New York, NY, June 18, 2025 - Wellness on-the-go just got a serious upgrade with NEOM Wellbeing - the UK's leading destination for premium yet accessible wellbeing products - introducing the latest iteration of their Wellbeing Pod Mini.
The Wellbeing Pod Mini + ($79) is designed to work with any of NEOM’s 100% natural Wellbeing Essential Oil Blends to help you achieve better sleep, less stress, a mood boost or more energy. Its compact, charge-and-go design fits most cup holders, bedside tables, and suitcases thanks to the new car and home mode. Additional added features include an optional mood light for added ambiance and an upgraded digital display for enhanced clarity with seamless touch control. Available in three new finishes including Black, White, and Rose Gold with sleek brushed aluminum. Includes USB-C charging, spare straw, and oil opener. Compatible with all 10ml NEOM Essential Oil Blends—just screw in and scent instantly.
About NEOM WellbeingNEOM Wellbeing is the UK's leading destination for premium yet accessible wellbeing products – for Better Sleep, Less Stress, More Energy, or a Mood Boost. Products are powered by 100% natural fragrances, to deliver wellbeing benefits. This new store further cements their brand positioning and supports their global expansion with their debut standalone store in the U.S. Bestselling NEOM Wellbeing products include the Perfect Night's Sleep Mist, Perfect Night's Sleep Magnesium Body Butter, Wellbeing Pod Essential Oil Diffuser and 100% Natural Fragrance Candles made in the UK.
LA Based Pilates Brand, Souls, Partners with Love Leo Rescue for a Charitable Cause
June 16th, 2025, Los Angeles, CA – Just in time for summer studio sessions, SOULS—the LA based, celeb loved grip sock brand known for its trendy, performance-driven designs—is proud to announce their collaboration with Love Leo Rescue, to support pet adoption awareness. Launching a limited-edition Dog Mom ($20) style with a charitable twist (and featuring a real pup!), the sock benefits @loveleorescue, a LA-based nonprofit rescuing and rehabilitating dogs in need. 20% of the proceeds from every pair sold will go directly to supporting their incredible rescue efforts and give more dogs a chance at a loving home. A performance-meets-style accessory designed with advanced grip technology, trendy designs and moisture-wicking fabric, they’re as stylish as they are functional!IMAGERY & ASSETS
Please let me know if you’d like additional assets, samples, or to connect with the founder for a deeper look at the story behind the collab. ABOUT SOULS: Ultimate fashionable accessory designed to elevate your Pilates experience. With unmatched grip & stability, these grip socks are the perfect example of fashion meets function. Available in a range of trendy designs and colors, these grip socks not only enhance performance but also add a touch of style to your Pilates look. Affiliated with LTK (20%) and available to shop DTC and on Amazon, Revolve, Nordstrom, and more... Souls offers Pilates totes, claw clips & more to elevate your athleisure look. ABOUT LOVE LEO RESCUE: Love Leo Rescue is a Los Angeles-based nonprofit organization that works to save dogs from high-kill shelters and urgent situations. They focus on rescuing dogs that are sick, injured, or in need of special care – animals that are often overlooked and at risk of euthanasia. Through medical treatment, foster placement, and adoption services, they give dogs a second chance at a safe life.
June 16th, 2025, New York, NY – Cult-favorite clean K-beauty brand Abib is redefining daily routines with the expansion of its PDRN collection. The brand just added a PDRN Collagen Overnight Mask Firming Jelly ($28.00) and PDRN Retinal Eye Patch Glow Jelly ($23.00) to the line up—perfect for everyday glow-up. Abib’s PDRN collection invites skincare lovers to elevate their daily routines with a sensorial, luxurious experience—without the luxury price tag. At the core of the line is plant-derived PDRN, a vegan-friendly alternative to traditional animal-based versions. This low molecular weight DNA closely resembles human DNA, allowing for optimal absorption and visible results. Sourced from centella asiatica, bamboo shoots, and gingko leaves, Abib’s gentle extraction process avoids harsh solvents, reducing skin irritation and minimizing environmental impact. The result is a clean, sustainable formula that respects both nature and the skin’s natural integrity.
The two new products join one of the brand’s preexisting best-sellers PDRN Collagen Lip Mask Glazed Jelly—a caramel-scented moisturizing treatment that doubles as a glossy lip enhancer by day and a nourishing lip sleeping mask by night. The PDRN Collagen Overnight Mask is a bouncy, refreshing jelly formula designed to deliver deep hydration and skin-plumping benefits overnight. With low-molecular collagen for optimal absorption and skin-firming effects, this mask provides intense overnight care without clogging pores or overwhelming the skin—ideal for sensitive skin types. The PDRN Retinal Eye Patch are daily-use eye patches featuring Abib’s signature double-sided embossing for seamless application and a snug fit. Infused with gentle liposome-encapsulated retinal, caffeine, and also a light shimmering glitter, the patch visibly brightens, hydrates, and de-puffs the under-eye area—perfect for early mornings and nightly restoration. The TikTok-viral brand continues to make its mark in the K-beauty space with its innovative, sensorial approach to daily skincare. Abib’s momentum shows no signs of slowing, with Amazon Q1 2025 sales up 241% year-over-year, direct-to-consumer site sales surging 257.3%, and total sales in 2025 to date soaring by an impressive 757.6% compared to the same period last year. Both new products are available now on Amazon.com and en.Abib.com!
Natural Pain Relief That Moves With You: My Honest Review of Arnipatch by LaboFlex by Alicia Bell | IFBB Pro | Toronto Fitness Influencer
When you train as hard as I do — both as a professional athlete and a performance coach in Toronto — muscle soreness and joint pain aren’t occasional visitors. They’re constant companions. But I’ve always believed that pushing through pain shouldn’t mean compromising your health or routine. That’s why I was excited to try Arnipatch by LaboFlex, and honestly, it exceeded my expectations.
Whether you're a fitness coach, firefighter, landscaper, or just someone who refuses to slow down, Arnipatch offers something unique — targeted pain relief that’s natural, non-invasive, and built for real life.
What is Arnipatch?
Arnipatch is a transdermal pain relief patch infused with Arnica 1X HPUS, a well-known homeopathic ingredient recognized for its anti-inflammatory and healing properties. Each patch delivers up to 12 hours of cooling, targeted relief — no greasy gels, no pills, and no lingering scent. Its three-layer hydrogel technology hydrates the skin, soothes soreness, and stays put during movement.
For someone like me who trains, coaches, and manages a full day on my feet, that’s a game-changer.
Why I Loved It
As an IFBB Pro Figure competitor and someone deeply involved in the Toronto health and wellness community, I’m selective about what I put on or in my body. Arnipatch checks all the boxes:
Unscented and discreet — I wore it under leggings and it never shifted
Long-lasting relief — I felt the effects all day during back-to-back sessions
Natural ingredients — no chemicals, no messy application
Doctor-recommended — ideal for athletes, professionals, or anyone with chronic aches
I especially appreciated how it helped with chronic back pain, something I’ve struggled with for years due to training volume. The cooling sensation kicked in within minutes and I didn’t have to pause or slow down once.
Built for Busy Lives
Whether you’re a chiropractor, gardener, equestrian, or someone recovering from a recent injury, Arnipatch is made to support your lifestyle. You can wear it under clothing, use it on-the-go, and trust that it works in sync with your active schedule.
For my clients in Toronto, I’ll absolutely be recommending this as part of a recovery toolkit. It supports both holistic and conventional approaches, making it a smart addition whether you’re into natural remedies or just want a break from over-the-counter painkillers.
Why It Stands Out
✅ Powered by Arnica 1X HPUS ✅ Non-greasy and unscented ✅ Three-layer hydrogel for deep, cooling relief ✅ Clinically studied and doctor-approved ✅ Easy to use, wearable, and motion-friendly
Final Thoughts
If you’re looking for natural pain relief that actually works — and fits your active lifestyle — I highly recommend trying Arnipatch by LaboFlex. Whether you’re in the gym, on set, or juggling multiple jobs, this patch was made to support those who don’t stop.
As a Toronto influencer, I love sharing tools that help people live better, move better, and feel their best — and this is definitely one of them.
Dr. Suzanne Quardt Develops Novel Q-Flap™ Procedure to Address Volume Loss After Breast Explant Surgery
Newport Beach, CA – Dr. Suzanne Quardt, known as Dr. Q, has introduced the Q-Flap™ Procedure, a new surgical technique designed to help women maintain breast volume and shape after the removal of breast implants. The procedure uses the patient’s own breast tissue to restore natural fullness without the need for implants or fat grafting.
As more women opt for breast explant surgery due to health concerns, personal preferences, or symptoms of Breast Implant Illness (BII), many face the challenge of significant volume loss, particularly in the central and upper portion of the breast. Traditional explant procedures often result in a deflated or concave appearance, which is not always corrected by a standard breast lift. The Q-Flap™ Procedurewas developed to address this concern by repositioning existing breast tissue to help maintain a fuller, more natural shape.
How the Q-Flap™ Procedure Works
The Q-Flap™ Procedure involves rearranging native breast tissue during the explant process to help fill the space left by the removed implants. Unlike fat grafting or synthetic fillers, this technique relies entirely on the patient’s own tissue, which is repositioned to create a fuller, and more natural contour.
This approach may be beneficial for:
● Women with older or long-term implants experiencing breast ptosis and willing to go down in cup-size.
● Patients seeking implant removal without additional procedures such as fat transfer.
● Women desiring Explant surgery with a Breast lift in a single surgery (avoiding staging surgeries)
● Women with Breast Implant Illness (BII) who want a natural alternative while preserving breast shape and helping to avoid deformity
Patient Outcomes
In one case, a 65-year-old patient with large silicone implants underwent explant surgery with the Q-Flap™ Procedure, reducing from a D/DD cup to a Full C cup while maintaining upper-pole fullness. The technique allowed for a natural, symmetrical result without the concavity sometimes seen after implant removal.
Another patient, also 65, had saline implants removed and transitioned from a 36E to a Full C-cup. Four months post-surgery, she reported satisfaction with her results, stating that the procedure helped maintain a natural breast shape without requiring implants or additional treatments.
Another patient 35 years in age with large, saline implants removed underwent explant surgery with Q-Flaps (included Anchor Breastlifts) and went from a heavy D-cup size down to a Full B/Small C-cup size with very pretty, natural fullness afterwards .
Candidacy and Recovery
Not all patients undergoing breast explant surgery will require the Q-Flap™ Procedure, but it may be recommended for individuals at risk of significant post-explant volume loss. Dr. Quardt assesses each case individually to determine the most appropriate surgical approach.
Recovery from the Q-Flap™ Procedure is similar to a breast lift, with most patients:
● Avoiding the need for surgical drains
● Experiencing mild swelling and discomfort in the first few weeks
● Following a customized post-operative care plan for optimal healing
About Dr. Suzanne Quardt
Dr. Suzanne Quardt (Dr. Q) is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience specializing in complex cosmetic and reconstructive breast surgery. Based in Newport Beach, CA and Palm Springs, Dr. Quardt has developed the Q-Flap™ Procedure as part of her commitment to providing surgical options for women choosing to remove their breast implants. She was featured on the hit reality show “Dr. 90210” named “Top Doctor” by Castle Connoly 15 years in a row. She has also been featured as “Top Doc” in Palm Springs Life Magazine.
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