Aesthetics moves fast. It’s nice to get some guidance. | Photos provided by Synergy Face + Body
Have you heard more and more friends discussing beauty and aesthetic treatments recently?
The numbers don’t lie — the medical spa market is projected to grow 13.7% this year, from $18.88 billion in 2024 to $21.47 billion in 2025.
We checked in with NC’s No. 1 plastic surgery center and med-spa, Synergy Face + Body, to get the scoop on growing trends in the industry (nationwide and locally). Read: If you’re looking for an official 2025 glow-up guide, this is it.
These new treatments work harmoniously with your body’s natural processes, encouraging collagen production in specific areas to help naturally smooth + lift.
The result? A refreshed, effortless look that can last two years or more.
We’ve all heard of hyaluronic acid in skincare — now it’s in injectable form.
Boosters like SkinVive add hyaluronic acid directly into the skin, providing volume and hydrating from within for a naturally youthful lookwith next-to-no downtime.
Celebrate Black Cinema: “American Fiction” | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Cary Regional Library, Cary | Free | Watch the film adaptation of the novel “Erasure” by Percival Everett about a struggling author navigating a suffering career and familial issues.
Finally Start or Finish That Novel Workshop | 6:30-8 p.m. | North Regional Library | Free | Get hands-on support with your novel by participating in a series of writing exercises.
Wednesday, Feb. 26
An Introduction to Homemade Sushi | 6-8:30 p.m. | Home for Entertaining, Cary | $99 | Learn various sushi styles from chef Cat — plus, craft multiple rolls featuring sushi grade fish and various veggies.
Thursday, Feb. 27
Foster the People | 7 p.m. | The Ritz | $140+ | Bring your pumped up kicks for this indie band.
A 134-room Residence Inn by Marriott is planned for Cary’s Parkside Town Commons. Winwood Hospitality Group purchased the 1.85-acre site for $1.5 million and will invest $12.45 million in construction. The six-story hotel will feature undisclosed amenities on the first and sixth floors, plus an outdoor patio on the top floor. (Triangle Business Journal)
Coming Soon
The Bike Library, opening this spring in the Platform mixed-use community, will blend bike rentals, coffee, and accessories. The 1,600 sqft shop will feature a full coffee bar, vegan + gluten-free baked goods, and space for up to 16 guests. (Triangle Business Journal)
Try This
Shop Local Raleigh is hosting its annual community meeting and appreciation event today at Lincoln Theatre from 5 to 7:30 p.m. The event is free to attend and will offer networking opportunities, food + drinks from local restaurants, a curated discussion with panelists, and more.
Ranked
Marbles Kids Museum ranked No. 6 in USA Today’s poll of the best children’s museums in the nation. Its ranking highlighted the construction + creation area imagiFAB and the EcoSphere, emphasizing sustainable energy through wind, solar, and hydropower. (CBS 17)
Watch
Lights, camera, action. The Canes’ Seth Jarvis will be featured on season two of Prime Video’s series “FACEOFF: Inside the NHL.” Viewers will get a glimpse of Jarvis’ life on and off the ice.
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Sports
🏀 NC State’s double OT win + new ranking
Prior to NC State’s match against Notre Dame, the Pack ranked at No. 13. | Photo via NC State Athletics
The Pack is back. Over the weekend, NC State’s women’s basketball team faced off against Notre Dame at Reynolds Coliseum, beating the then-No. 1 team 104-94 in double overtime. The Pack’s win put the team back in the top 10 at No. 9 in the AP poll. The win also marks the first time NC State has won at home over a No. 1 competitor since 1978.
Zoe Brooks and Aziaha James showed great strides on the court — Brooks scored a career high of 33 points and 10 rebounds. James scored 20 points, making a notable layup shot while avoiding a steal from Notre Dame guard Olivia Miles.
NC State handed the Fighting Irish their first loss in ACC play and kept alive their chances of sharing the regular season title. The Wolfpack will need to win their final two games and hope Notre Dame loses again.
Support the women’s basketball team in their next game + final home game against Wake Forest this Thursday, Feb. 27 at Reynolds Coliseum. Plus, be on the lookout for the Pack in the ACC tournament.
The Buy
The Buy
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We have less than 30 days until the first day of spring, and I’m already thinking about which Raleigh patio I’ll be visiting first. I can practically taste the longer days and the constant flow of sunshine.
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