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Rick Mac’s Test is his Testimony: He Helps Others Build Confidence As He Did

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3 years ago

November 12, 2021

Rick Mac lived a fairly well-rounded lifestyle with athletic activity, avid reading, and taking care of his business. He played in a Mens’ Hockey League, which he also organized by making jerseys and putting the schedule together, on top of hitting the gym 5 days a week. Rick experienced success with running an insurance brokerage for the last 20 years of his life.

A major blow came when Rick’s biopsy showed large B cell lymphoma. On November 28, 2018, Rick Mac was admitted to Cornell Medical Hospital where he would fight for his health. He spent a week in the hospital beginning intense treatment which he had briefly put off to enjoy the Thanksgiving holiday. Over a difficult 5 month ordeal, Rick faced 6 rounds of chemotherapy. The whole process exhausted him on many levels, but spurred a transformation of his whole being.

By the time he was done on March 12, 2019, Rick had lost his hair and a lot of weight. Even with the gratitude he felt for making it through the challenging treatments, his spiritual health and confidence wasn’t in a great place. Even more than a year after chemo and drugs wreaked havoc on his system, Rick felt as if he was in a fog. His hair didn’t bounce back like he thought it would. The way he saw himself didn’t feel like what it once was. Rick knew he needed to prioritize making himself look and feel his best before he could tackle his new goals and aspirations.

His relationship with his reflection was revolutionized when he met Taylor Perry and was introduced to SMP – Scalp Micropigmentation. Rick looked in the mirror after getting this procedure done, and he felt a wave of emotion in a magical “AHA moment”. His confidence was renewed in such a visceral way, and he felt the drive to share the empowerment in any way he could. With his background in finance, he would be able to spearhead a passion project to uplift anyone suffering from baldness.

Rick reached back out to Taylor for his touch up in the summer of 2019. Incidentally, Taylor had an opening in his SMP class at the same time! The serendipity paved the path for Rick to actualize his vision of providing the procedure that had been most significant in getting him over the last threshold of his healing journey. Rick was also closing on a house at the time. It was truly the beginning of a new chapter that felt aligned with his destiny. In November of 2020, Taylor came to New York, and they started working together, doing people’s heads and changing lives.

Rick Mac is a Scalp Micropigmentation Expert that has been building up peoples’ confidence one head at a time at MAC SMP Clinic in White Plains, NY. The hair solution for him after successfully beating Stage-2 Lymphoma cancer became his purpose after it touched his life very personally. That which had tested his spirit ended up leading Rick to be a living testimony for that also renewed his spirit! Schedule Your Free Consultation Right Now & Receive a $50 Sign-On Bonus on the website! Also, visit and like the facebook page to stay connected.

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Crafting a Greener Glow: Alternative Therapies’ Sustainable Skincare Revolution

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3 days ago

December 25, 2024

Michelle Langton

Photo Credit: Alternative Therapies

Byline: Avery Lim

Photo Credit: Alternative Therapies

Sustainability is an ongoing theme in a world that finally answers the environment’s call to action. From toning down single-use plastics to making subtle yet powerful lifestyle changes, modern society means business when it comes to the green revolution.

The skincare industry, in particular, is pitching in by resorting to clean beauty. From Greece to the Netherlands, Amalia Pavlidou stumbled upon a revelation. As she browsed rows of natural products, the idea for Alternative Therapies began to take shape—a skincare line rooted in nature, yet forward-thinking in science.

The Evolution of a Conscious Skincare Movement

As consumers demand more transparency in their beauty routines, the natural and vegan skincare market is booming. Alternative Therapies finds itself at the heart of this eco-conscious shift.

“When we started, it was not just about creating products—it was about driving a movement that would help put the world on track toward healing,” says Amalia Pavlidou. “I wanted to prove that luxury and sustainability can coexist without canceling each other out.”

This philosophy shines through in every detail, from the company’s recyclable glass packaging to its commitment to avoiding harmful chemicals like parabens and sulfates. One of the flagship products, the vitamin C serum, is a true reflection of this concept, blending 2% natural Vitamin C, ferulic acid, and sea-buckthorn to deliver both radiant skin and a clean conscience.

Alternative Therapies, once a small player, has utilized this trend, entering the competitive U.S. market this year. “There is a deep-rooted connection between nature and self-care in Greek culture,” explains Pavlidou. “We are bringing that tradition to the global stage, blending it with progressive science.”

The Rise of Eco-Beauty

Amalia Pavlidou’s plan for progress in the industry—one where luxury does not compromise ethics—has attracted a growing community of supporters. As Alternative Therapies expands its presence in the U.S., it remains grounded in its mission to redefine beauty standards.

“When I started this, I was hoping to do more than simply build a business—I wanted to build a legacy,” reflects Pavlidou. “Apart from looking good, beauty should be about feeling good and doing good.”

Now the question is not whether the beauty industry will embrace sustainability—it is how quickly it can catch up with pioneers like Alternative Therapies taking the reins. With its commitment to changing the world with mild ingredients, the brand is crafting a greener glow, lighting the way for a more conscious industry. To that effect, it is evident that luxury and beauty can be synonymous.