Sweet Specials

The Medical Spa by St. Francis Medical Group

LOVE IS IN THE AIR AT THE MEDICAL SPA THIS FEBRUARY with these sweet specials for Valentine’s Day! Get kissable lips this month and receive $75 off when purchasing a syringe of Juvéderm from February 1st to 17th. Whether you’re looking for subtle or plump, we’ve got you covered with Juvéderm’s collection of fillers. If you need a gift idea for your Valentine, we will also have our gift cards on sale during those dates. You can purchase a $100 gift card for only $75 (limit 5). Our Geneo Facials are an excellent choice as well if you are looking to gift something a little more personal! Our celebrations don’t end after Valentine’s Day! As we make our way to the end of February, we celebrate Mardi Gras with our purple and gold products featured from February 20th to 28th. If you purchase a SkinCeuticals Vitamin C Serum, you will receive a free SPF ($36 value). We will also have the HA intensifier by SkinCeuticals 20% off.

CE FERULIC - Vitamin C antioxidant serum with Vitamin E and ferulic acid provides environmental protection, improves the appearance of visible signs of aging and brightens the skin.

SILYMARIN - An oil-free Vitamin C serum formulated specifically for oily and blemish-prone skin types that delivers advanced environmental protection and reduces oiliness, refines skin texture and visibly improves skin clarity and fine lines.

PHLORETIN - Vitamin C antioxidant serum with phloretin and ferulic acid provides environmental protection and improves the appearance of fine lines and discoloration.

HA INTENSIFIER - Multi-action serum with a high concentration of synergistic ingredients supports skin’s hyaluronic acid levels, delivers surface hydration, and improves the appearance of firmness, smoothness and plumpness. HA intensifier helps reduce the appearance of crow’s feet, nasolabial folds, and other lines and wrinkles by hydrating and adding smoothness, and plumpness to your skin. This serum can be used daily and compliments injectables such as Botox and dermal fillers. This product is one of our favorites and can be easily incorporated into your daily routine.

TREATMENT SPOTLIGHT - JUVÉDERM

Juvéderm is considered a dermal filler and is used to replace volume loss and smooth out wrinkles. Juvéderm is hyaluronic acidbased, a natural substance found in the body. Fillers can be used to soften creases, such as the nasolabial folds, marionette and vertical lips lines. If you are looking to add some fullness to your cheeks and lips, fillers are a good option for those areas as well. The results are seen instantly with dermal fillers, with the best results seen after 2 weeks and lasting for 12 months or longer. You may experience some bruising and swelling afterward. Prior to the injection, topical numbing cream is applied to minimize any discomfort experienced. The Juvéderm XC line also contains lidocaine to numb the inner tissues during the injection as well. If you are considering filler, we would love to help you choose the best option for the results you want.

Meet The Team

Rebecca Justice, RN, received her Associate of Science in Nursing degree at Darton College in Georgia. She brings 9 years of nursing experience to the spa. Rebecca is excited to specialize in aesthetics and assist The Medical Spa patients with skincare and treatment options. She loves seeing the excitement and confidence the patients achieve after visiting the spa. In her spare time, Rebecca enjoys being outdoors, traveling and spending time with family and friends.

Be sure to come by The Medical Spa this month to take advantage of our specials and events, and to find out more about the medicalgrade skincare products offered here. We are in the James R. Wolff Building (also known as the P&S Building) in downtown Monroe across from St. Francis Medical Center.

312 Grammont St., Suite 406 Monroe, LA 71201

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by ERIN SHARPLIN

For those of you who remember, I started my business as a personal stylist, and my love for the art of fashion has never left. With that in mind, I thought it was high time to bring the topic back and help us all refresh our style!

Secret #1 – The stylish woman (or man) makes it a habit to conduct a wardrobe assessment at least every other year. I have long given the advice that if an item hasn’t been worn in TWO years, it should be donated or tossed. Many other stylists and organizers live by the one-year rule, but I truly feel that two years is the better length of time for knowing when to move on from an item. During the assessment, really consider your lifestyle now and the one you hope to have in the upcoming years. Decide what to add and delete from your wardrobe with those thoughts in mind.

Secret #2 - The stylish woman doesn’t have a closet full of trends. Trends come and go, so don’t waste money and precious closet space on trendy pieces that may be out next year. Instead, choose pieces that are stylish but everlasting.

Secret #3 – The stylish woman doesn’t just shop from the sales rack. I enjoy a good sale as much as everyone else, but a “sale” usually consists of items that didn’t sell previously or are going to be out-ofdate soon. There are always exceptions, and you might really hit a good deal, so be aware of the lure to buy just because an item is on sale. Make sure it fits in with your current lifestyle and the wardrobe you want.

Secret #4 – The stylish woman knows what her best, and worst, colors are. Even if something is “stylish” on the hanger, it will not translate into being attractive on you if it drains all the color from your face.

Secret #5 – The stylish woman knows her personal style and doesn’t stray from it too often. Comfort and style are synonymous! Now I don’t mean t-shirts and tennis shoes comfortable, I just mean that you will know that you’ve found your personal style when you are comfortable in your outfits. “Comfort” is more than just physical. It’s mental, too.

Secret #6 – The stylish woman knows how to dress for the body she has now. No matter what size you are, I promise there is clothing out there that will accentuate all your positive attributes!

Secret #7 – The stylish woman uses accessories sparingly and with thought. With accessories you must know when enough is enough. I don’t necessarily believe in the “take one piece of jewelry off before you walk out the door” policy, but I do believe that accessories can make or break an outfit. Here’s a tip – If you look in the mirror and your eyes can’t rest on one thing in your outfit, you probably have too much going on.

Secret #8 - The stylish woman maintains her hair and makeup. I don’t think that you should follow hair and makeup trends. I think style comes from creating your own look and sticking with it. I am the perfect example of this tip because I have had the same bob haircut for years. At this point, if I change my hairstyle I wouldn’t look or feel like myself.

Secret #9 - The stylish woman knows how to treat her clothing. For instance, never use wire hangers or you run the risk of deforming your clothing. If the label says “dry clean,” it is best to leave it to the professionals. And last, but not least, take care to store your purses and shoes in a way that they will not lose their shape or get scuffed.

Secret #10 – The stylish woman knows what she has in her wardrobe and can maximize it to the greatest potential. If you haven’t learned the art of mixing and matching, you must! I once did a style clinic where I had 10 pieces of clothing and 5 accessories. I was able to make almost 50 different outfits out of those 16 pieces. Can you imagine the outfit opportunities that are lurking in your closet right now?

If you are unsure of where to start when it comes to mixing and matching, feel free to reach out to me or simply peruse Pinterest for outfit inspiration.