Serenity Medical Spa: December 2015

Wednesday, December 30, 2015

Tips to Achieve & Maintain Beauty in 2016

At Serenity Medical Spa, "Beauty is our business!" Beauty covers everything about a person, both inside and out. Inner beauty of the mind and soul is every bit as important as the outer beauty that comes from taking care of the skin you have been given. Our Lake of the Ozarks medical spa does our best to make sure that both of these areas are taken care of in our customers. With the new year right around the corner, we decided to offer a few tips on things that you can do in the coming year to achieve well-rounded beauty.

Inner Beauty

Your inner beauty stems from the type of person that you choose to be. The act of giving help to others and taking care of the world around you both contribute to this. It is also important to take care of yourself. When you feel down or depressed, others around you can see and feel it. Making a point to keep yourself relaxed, healthy, and rejuvenated will give your spirit a boost, bringing out your inner beauty for all to experience. This coming year, give these things a try to nourish your natural beauty.

Volunteer
Get a massage
Try yoga
Give more compliments

Outer Beauty

A good skincare routine can help your outer beauty last a very long time. Serenity Medical Spa can help you to find the right combination of products that work well with your skin type. Makeup always looks best when it has a good base to start with. Eating the right foods can contribute to your outer beauty, and exercise keeps keep your heart healthy and your body firm. If you are happy with the way you look on the outside, you are bound to feel good on the inside. The very best thing that you can do to enhance your outer beauty is to always wear a smile. These other ideas can help too.

Never go to sleep with makeup on
Moisturize
Find the right makeup shades
Eat healthy
Exercise
Drink more water

Feeling good in your own skin.

Coco Chanel said it very well, "Beauty begins the moment you decide to be yourself." When you are comfortable with the person that you have turned out to be, then you can't hide your beauty. Being comfortable in your own skin is a huge step in achieving inner beauty. Paying a little bit of attention to the way that you look, your outer beauty, boosts your self-esteem. Beautifying yourself in a way that makes you happy is the key.

Our Lake of the Ozarks medical spa offers a wide variety of products and services that will bring out every type of beauty that a person can possess. Spa services and massages, skincare products and makeup, facials, and more, plus Dr. Debra Atkinson being on staff allows us to offer more than the typical spa. Our staff will talk with you to discover exactly what you are looking for, and then offer suggestions to achieve it. Start the new year out on a high note by visiting Serenity Medical Spa and letting us help you come up with a plan to enhance your beauty, both mentally and physically.

Lake of the Ozarks Premier Medical Spa

Beauty is our Business

111 Crossings West, Suite 3

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

573-365-5002

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www.SerenityMedicalSpa.com

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Tuesday, December 22, 2015

The Benefits of Using Body Oils

Body oils are an excellent product that benefit a person in many ways. The mind, body, and spirit can all be improved with the use of body oils. Our Lake of the Ozarks medical spa uses these for some of our services, and we also have them available to purchase and take home.

Serenity Medical Spa always states that "Beauty is our business," and by this we mean beauty that is both inside and out. Body oils do more than just make your skin slick and smooth. They affect you in a few different beneficial ways.

They keep skin moisturized.
Body oils are known for the fact that they keep skin moisturized. When applied after a shower or bath while the skin is still damp, they can lock the moisture into your skin for hours. Oils are especially wonderful for extremely dry, flaky, or tight skin.

The last longer than lotions.
A little bit of body oil can cover a lot more skin than lotion does. When you warm it up, it will go even further. Oils can also be applied while you are still in the shower or added to your bath water, and lotions cannot.

They reduce stress.
Physically, body oils can reduce stress and relieve aches and pains when used with massage. Hands glide over skin much smoother and gentler with them. Mentally, you can also find these oils in scents that have specific aromatherapy benefits. For example, peppermint is good for mental fatigue and enhances memory, and jasmine is great for fighting stress and anxiety.

They can be lightly scented.
When you choose a scented body oil, it is never overpowering. This makes them perfect for people that appreciate a small amount of an aroma, but not a strong one. They are also light enough that they can be paired along with your favorite fragrances.

Body oils are a great product to have on hand. If you have been following along with Serenity Medical Spa's "December Countdown to Christmas," you know that we are offering our fabulous Apricot Body Oil for 50% off all day on Wednesday, December 23, 2015. If you are new to using body oils, this is the best time to pick one up and give it a try. We believe that you will love it and want to come back to our Lake of the Ozarks medical spa to try a few more.

Lake of the Ozarks Premier Medical Spa

Beauty is our Business

111 Crossings West, Suite 3

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

573-365-5002

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www.SerenityMedicalSpa.com

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Wednesday, December 16, 2015

Unwind With One of Our Relaxing Massages

The holiday season is a joyous time, but it can also bring on a lot of stress. Between shopping, wrapping, baking, house guests, party planning, cleaning, and more, it can sometimes get a little overwhelming. A visit to the best medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks can help with that! Our massage "menu" is sure to have something on the list perfect for taking care of you.

Massage is great for melting away built-up stress. A few other benefits of massage are: enhancing sleep quality, increasing energy, improving concentration, easing pain, and enhancing immunity. Here are the choices that we have to offer you at Serenity Medical Spa.

SWEDISH MASSAGE

One of the primary goals of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the entire body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in the direction of blood returning to the heart. Swedish massage therapy goes beyond relaxation. It is exceptionally beneficial for increasing the level of oxygen in the blood, decreasing muscle toxins, and improving circulation and flexibility while easing tension. It is also the best option for Fibromyalgia pain.

DEEP TISSUE

Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in muscles and connective tissue or fascia, treating the deeper muscles of the body. It relieves constant pain due to heavy physical activity or injury. It is often quite intense as a result of deep specific work and generally done in a series of treatments.

CUPPING

Cupping is used in conjunction with deep tissue massage. Cupping is a method in which suction cups are used to form a vacuum that helps mobilize blood flow and promote healing. Cupping is used for a variety of things such as mayofascial release, lymphatic drainage, sports massage injury, neuromuscular dysfunctions, fibromyalgia, trigger point therapy, traumatic injuries, chronic pain, reflexology, detoxification, cellulite, scars, stretch marks, varicosities, facial treatments, TMJD, and general relaxation.

THAI MASSAGE

Traditional Thai Massage uses no oils or lotions, and rather than rubbing the muscles, the body is compressed, stretched, pulled and rocked. The recipient of the massage wears loose, comfortable clothing and lies on a mat on the floor. The receiver will be positioned in a variety of yoga-like positions during the course of the massage. There is a standard procedure and rhythm to the massage, which the therapist will adjust to fit each individual client.

PRE-NATAL MASSAGE

Pre-natal massage is a great way to aid your body through the stresses of pregnancy. Receiving regular massages throughout your pregnancy helps eliminate fluid retention, stress on the lower back and feet, and provides an overall sense of well-being. Custom made cushions allow you to comfortably lay on your stomach to enjoy the full benefits of a complete back massage.

HERBOLOGY DETOX BODY WRAP

The Herbology Detox Body Wrap is performed for exfoliation and detoxification of the skin. It is a method of cocooning and exfoliating the whole body with a mixture of Chinese herbs that dissolve directly into the skin. In addition, the Biomat is used during your body treatment to stimulate and strengthen the detoxifying process (see description below). The body wrap exfoliates and conditions the skin, and draws out toxins leaving you looking and feeling your finest.

BIOMAT TREATMENT

The Biomat is an amazing healing tool that is especially recommended when the goals of treatment are whole-body in nature, such as: stress and anxiety relief, general health maintenance, chronic and acute pain relief, detoxification, core body temperature support, improved circulation, lymphatic drainage, and persistent infection (like Lyme disease or other parasites). It’s most important function is to produce far infrared rays of light that penetrate deeply into the body, warming all the cells and tissues evenly throughout. These rays are produced by rows of amethyst crystals that cover the entire surface of the Biomat, in which the body experiences differently than other forms of heat.

We can discuss the pros and cons of each type of massage with you so that you receive the perfect one for what your body needs. All of the massages at our Lake of the Ozarks medical spa are offered in a variety of lengths, beginning at 30 minutes. One of them is bound to fit easily into your holiday schedule.

Massage is not only a wonderful way to make it through a hectic holiday, it's also a perfect gift to give. While you are at Serenity Medical Spa for your own treatment, pick up a few gift cards for the people on your shopping list. Every $100 gift card purchased before Christmas Eve at 3:00 pm will give the recipient 20% off of all products and services bought with that card before March 25, 2016.

No matter how busy it gets for you this holiday season, always remember to take a little time now and then to enjoy everything that is going on. Make the time to take care of yourself so that you can take care of everything and everyone on your holiday lists.

Lake of the Ozarks Premier Medical Spa

Beauty is our Business

111 Crossings West, Suite 3

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

573-365-5002

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www.SerenityMedicalSpa.com

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Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Christmas for Kids Benefits Lake Area Children

The best medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks is proud to call this area home. The Lake area is full of wonderful, caring people that do their best to take care of each other when possible. A perfect example of this is the annual Lake Area Christmas for Kids celebration. Each year, people come together to make sure that every local child has a merry Christmas. Serenity Medical Spa would like to share the event details with you so that you can join in on the fun and make a lot of kids happy this season.

Lake Area Christmas for Kids

Sunday, December 13, 2015

6:00 pm - VIP Party

7:00 pm - General Admission

Country Club Hotel

250 Racquet Club Drive

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

For $20 and a new unwrapped toy, you get an evening full of food, music, dancing, and amazing silent auction items. If you don't want to go shopping, you can pay $40 at the door and skip the toy donation. If you would like to do more, corporate and table sponsorships are available and include reserved seating and tickets for 10, plus admission to the VIP party before the event.

This annual fundraiser is organized by the Kiwanis Club of Ozark Coast and sponsored by area businesses. All proceeds raised and toys collected will benefit Underprivileged Children in the Lake Area and CADV, Wonderland Camp, Hope House, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, Lake Regional Pediatrics, YMCA, Share the Harvest Food Pantry, and Kid's Harbor.

THE ENTERTAINMENT

This year's live music features two fantastic acts. The evening will begin with entertainment by the talented Shawn C. The evening will conclude with Captain Geech & the Shrimp Shack Shooters. They kept the crowd on the dance floor all night long last year, and we expect a repeat of their incredible performance.

SILENT AUCTION

There will be a silent auction going on throughout the evening. The tables are always filled with amazing items, perfect for gift-giving this Christmas or as a special treat to yourself. All of the money raised will go towards buying toys to gift to the 1800 children that the benefit is expected to help this year.

HOW YOU CAN HELP

It's not over on Sunday night! The Kiwanis Club needs all of the volunteers that they can get to organize the toys and get them ready for distribution to the many Lake area families. These will take place over the 2-3 days after Christmas for Kids. Help is needed for:

Sorting the toys.
Shopping for additional toys to finish the wish lists.
Wrapping all of those toys! Bring your own scissors and they'll provide the paper.
Distributing the toys. Most are picked up, but some need to be delivered. If you can help with delivery, please contact Wayne Marlow at 573-434-4043.

If you have any questions, need additional information, or would like to volunteer, please visit the Christmas for Kids website, or call:

John Duba at 573-692-0135
Katie Karr at 573-216-4247

If you know of a child that is in need of assistance this holiday season, please call:

Hope House at 573-365-0099
Share the Harvest at 573-873-5855 and press 4 for the director

Beauty is our business at Serenity Medical Spa, and we know that beauty is not only skin deep. It's everything: mind, body, and spirit. The acts of helping another in need and making a child smile are two of the most beautiful things that any one of us can do. Spread the joy and spirit of the Christmas season this year and have fun while you do it at the Lake Area Christmas for Kids.

Lake of the Ozarks Premier Medical Spa

Beauty is our Business

111 Crossings West, Suite 3

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

573-365-5002

Visit us at

www.SerenityMedicalSpa.com

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Thursday, December 3, 2015

Our Vitamins & Supplements for Healthy Living

The best medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks is here to make sure that your body and skin are not only beautiful, but healthy too. One aspect of good health is making sure that you get all of the nutrients you need on a daily basis for your body to function at its best. Serenity Medical Spa carries a wide variety of vitamins and supplements to help you achieve the proper balance that your body needs.

Every person's nutritional needs are different. Serenity Medical Spa's Dr. Atkinson will meet with you to evaluate exactly what your body is lacking, helping you to decide which vitamins are the best for you to take. We offer a large variety of different formulas: antioxidant, bones & joint, heart health, memory & focus, menopause, migraine support, multivitamins, and many more.

This time of year seems to go hand-in-hand with lots of eating. We just finished enjoying great big Thanksgiving dinners, and now we are heading right into the holiday season filled with cookies, candies, and more dinner parties. Many people are interested in enjoying these things while still keeping their current weight and size in tact. Here you will read about two companies that we believe strongly in and the supplements that we have to offer you from them that can help with weight loss and fat burning.

Uscriptives & Physician Select

These companies offer the highest quality of specially formulated, pharmaceutical grade vitamin supplements at an incredible value. They feel strongly about improving a person's health and to lowering Americans' healthcare costs. The key to doing this is preventative care. The more you do to keep yourself healthy in advance, the fewer trips you'll need to make to the doctor's office.

Another wonderful thing about these vitamins is that they are made in the USA. All of their products are manufactured at an FDA-inspected facility in California. Both companies were formed by a group of physicians in 2003 representing various specialties, and ever since then they have been producing vitamins that are considerably stronger than store brands. These products do not contain fillers, artificial colors, flavors, or herbal ingredients that could possibly interfere with prescription medications being taken.

Weight Loss Supplements

Safe and effective, these supplements contain a unique blend of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The powerful ingredients will give you the help you need to reach your weight goal. Ingredients include Chromium Picolinate, Choline, L-Carnitine, and Insositol to support fat metabolism and liver health.

Fat Loss Supplements

Along with a healthy diet and exercise routine, this can be a key factor in helping you to reach your ideal body weight. It works by increasing metabolic function. The nervous system speeds up the use of body chemicals due to natural stimulants like Guarana Seed, which creates heat within the body, causing calories to be burnt faster. Another important ingredient is Sage Extract that regulates appetite and helps improve cognitive function. Ooolong Tea is also included to increase energy and help your body absorb nutrients.

Schedule an appointment soon to meet with Dr. Atkinson at our Lake of the Ozarks medical spa. She will help you to find the right vitamins and supplements for your body's best health. Serenity Medical Spa is here for you through the holidays and throughout the entire year so that you can both look and feel incredible.

Lake of the Ozarks Premier Medical Spa

Beauty is our Business

111 Crossings West, Suite 3

Lake Ozark, MO 65049

573-365-5002

Visit us at

www.SerenityMedicalSpa.com

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