Serenity Medical Spa

Thursday, January 28, 2016

Don't Miss Our VenusViva Launch Party!

Your favorite medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks is very excited to announce our VenusViva Launch Party! Serenity Medical Spa is now offering this amazing service to everyone in the Lake area. Mark your calendars for a wonderful evening full of information and special discounts.

What is VenusViva?

VenusViva is the latest beauty innovation for facial resurfacing and remodeling. it combines NanoFractional Radio Frequency™ (RF) and one-of-a-kind SmartScan™ technology to penetrate deeper. It covers a greater area of your body to allow treatment of multiple concerns in a single session. VenusViva is the only non-invasive RF system that allows your physician to customize the intensity of the treatment to your specific needs and personal preferences.

Treatments bring out the natural radiance of your skin, giving you a fresh, clear, and vibrant complexion. VenusViva is perfect for:

treating acne scarring
skin tightening
skin texture improvement
wrinkle and fine line reduction
facial rejuvenation

Don't miss our launch party!

Wednesday, February 3, 2016 at our VenusViva launch party from 5-7pm, Serenity Medical Spa has all kinds of great things planned for you! A representative from VenusConcept will be here to answer any questions you may have about this new service. We will be offering fabulous package pricing and special discounts on VenusViva services. There will even be a live demonstration. Everyone attending our launch party will also have a special chance to win a FREE VenusViva face or chest treatment.

Save the date now so you don't miss out on this fun and informational evening. Enjoy a night of friendly conversation, food, and wine with friends while discovering this wonderful new service available at our Lake of the Ozarks Medical Spa. This is yet another way that Serenity Medical Spa can bring out everyone's natural beauty.

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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Friday, January 22, 2016

Shower Tips for Ultimate Beauty

Taking a shower seems like a no-brainer. After all, you've been doing it nearly your entire life. Believe it or not, you may not have been doing it in the best way possible all of these years! Lathering up and rinsing off is the main purpose of any shower, but if you follow these simple tips from Serenity Medical Spa from now on, you will begin noticing a big difference in your skin and hair.

Brush your hair.

The simple act of running a brush through your hair before you get into the shower will distribute the natural oils from your scalp throughout your hair, which helps to condition and balance it. Going into the shower with your hair already untangled will make it a little easier to comb afterwards and breakage will be less likely.

Keep it short.

The longer you are in the water, the dryer your skin can become. Ideally you should aim for about 10 minutes, but try your best to never go longer than 15 minutes.

Don't make it hot.

Hot water feels awesome on a cold day, but it can quickly dry out your skin. Cooler water has actually been discovered to have benefits, like improving circulation, boosting immunity, and even boosting your mood. Washing in warm water and then finishing with a cold rinse can even make your skin and hair softer and shinier.

Wash your face last.

You shouldn't just start at the top and work your way down, or vice versa. Begin by shampooing your hair. Next, pull your hair back like you are making a ponytail and only condition the lower half of it. Rinse that out well, then proceed to wash your body with a moisturizing soap or body wash. If necessary, exfoliate your legs before shaving them next. Save washing your face for the very last. The steam from the shower will open your pores for a cleaner wash, plus all of the conditioner, which isn't great on your face, will be long gone.

Shave right.

The reason for shaving your legs toward the end of the shower is because the steam is not only great for you face, but it also softens the hairs on your legs, making them easier to tackle. This will help to avoid razor burn and ingrown hairs. Another great tip is to shave with body oil. It keeps your legs soft and it's also good for helping your razor to last longer. If you don't want to worry about this step at all, Serenity Medical Spa's professional waxing and sugaring services can take care of it for you!

Pat dry.

Be gentle with the skin that you are in and always pat yourself dry with a towel. Never rub.

Moisturize immediately.

If you are a lotion person, put it on right after you dry off. Another option is to apply body oils while you are still in the shower. This locks the moisture in your skin, where you want it to stay.

There you have it. Nothing on this list is difficult to do. You just need to retrain your brain until it becomes your natural routine. The best medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks offers lots of products that can be used during your shower, after it, and on a daily basis to help you achieve the healthiest and most beautiful skin possible. We would love to sit down with you the next time that you visit Serenity Medical Spa and talk to you about all of your options.

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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Thursday, January 14, 2016

Get Longer, Thicker Eyelashes

One very visible feature that brings out a woman's beauty is the eyes. Long, thick eyelashes can frame them in a gorgeous way to accentuate that beauty. The best medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks offers a couple of different ways for you to add length and thickness to your own lashes. NovaLash® Eyelash Extensions and Latisse® are two options that we feature at Serenity Medical Spa.

NovaLash®

These eyelash extensions are a wonderful way to enhance your own eyelashes in a glamorous way. This is a very lovely and convenient alternative to having to apply mascara every day. A synthetic lash is bonded to a single natural lash, and there is no need to remove them nightly. You will want to visit Serenity Medical Spa for a touch up about every four weeks and condition the lashes nightly. Your own eyelashes will still grow and thrive.

Latisse®

This is an FDA-approved treatment for growing eyelashes. People that have inadequate or not enough lashes are the perfect candidates for Latisse®. It is a solution that works gradually to give you the great lashes that you desire. You will see results over the course of the treatments, and most people can expect to see full results around 16 weeks. After that, Serenity Medical Spa's physician, Dr. Debra Atkinson, will talk to you about continuing use. As with any solution of this type, side effects are possible, and Dr. Atkinson will discuss them thoroughly with you before you decide if this is right for you.

Right now is an excellent time to give Latisse® a try. Our medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks is offering it for Buy-1-Get-1-FREE through February 29, 2016. Call 573-365-5002 to make your appointment.

If you have a special occasion coming up soon, or if you are simply ready to have longer, thicker lashes on a daily basis, let Serenity Medical Spa help you with that. We will discuss your options and together figure out exactly what service is the best choice for you.

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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Friday, January 8, 2016

How to Take Good Care of Your Hands

Your hands are probably the most used part of your body. They spend most of their time completely exposed to the elements and everything that you come into contact with. The best medical spa at the Lake of the Ozarks can help you to keep them in good condition, but there are many things you can do on a daily basis in between your visits to Serenity Medical Spa too.

Wash them gently.

Hands get washed multiple times every day. Keeping them clean is a good thing, but you should take care to avoid harsh soaps whenever possible. Every time you exfoliate your face, run a little over your hands too. Also, tepid water is much better to use than hot. Very hot water tends to dry out your skin very quickly, as well as overwashing. This next tip will help with the dryness.

Moisturize often.

Just as we have told you in the past about skin in general, keeping the skin on your hands moisturized at all times is extremely important, especially in the winter months. To help you out with this, keep hand moisturizer in different rooms so that you always have some nearby. At the very least, put some in each room with a sink so you will remember to use moisturizer after each hand washing. Buy moisturizers for your hands with SPF for protection from the sun's rays. The sun is out all year long, and your hands are exposed to it every time that you are outdoors or near a window.

Manicure your nails.

Our Lake of the Ozarks manicures include an effervescent hand soak and relaxing hand and arm massage, cuticle trimming and conditioning, and nail shaping and polishing. It's a very relaxing experience, and your hands look amazing when it's over. In between visits, it's up to you to keep your nails in great shape. Keep cuticles moisturized and clean. Healthy cuticles help to maintain healthy nails. Always file nails in one direction, and try not to cut them too short.

Wear gloves.

Cold winter wind is notorious for drying out your skin and causing it to crack. Wearing gloves when you are out in the cold weather will help to keep this from happening. You should also wear gloves when you use chemicals like household cleaners. These are horrible for your hands, and the simple act of wearing gloves while using them can avoid many skin problems.

Your hands are front and center every day. Keeping them healthy and looking their best will make you feel great and help them to look younger for a longer amount of time. If you have other problems with the skin on your hands, like age spots, warts, or scaly areas, our Lake of the Ozarks medical spa's Physician Service and Medical Skincare services can help you. Make an appointment to come in for a consultation so that we can discuss your options. Taking good care of your hands doesn't take a lot of extra time or effort. Serenity Medical Spa is here to help you in any way that we can.

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 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

Visit us at

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

Visit us at

www.SerenityMedicalSpa.com

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