Pilates for Every Mother

Wondering what to get your mother, your wife who is a mother, your daughter who has a child or your grandmother for Mother’s Day? A gift of health is a good choice; a gift of Pilates exercise is an excellent choice. Pilates has been proven to reduce stress and increase energy while strengthening, lengthening, stretching and toning. Pilates also helps to improve one’s posture, coordination and over all well being. Pilates is for everybody.

Suncoast Pilates offers a variety of ways to give a present of health via gift certificates. Gift the recipient a Pilates private introductory session, purchase a private session package, gift a floor class or present a present of group equipment session package. The studio offers private sessions from early morning till late evening, group equipment sessions and Pilates Mat and Barre fitness floor classes are offered at select days and times weekly. The studio also offers private sessions on the CoreAlign.

For the new mother, Pilates is a great way to get the body back in shape. For those thinking of becoming a mother, Pilates is a great way to strengthen the body in preparation for pregnancy. Clients who start Pilates prior to pregnancy are often able to continue Pilates throughout their pregnancy with modifications. The studio has

Baby Rock photography

Baby Rock photography

proudly exercised many mothers throughout their first, second and even third pregnancies. Pilates offers a wonderful, effective exercise program for both pre-natal and post-natal clients. Suncoast Pilates is proud to showcase some of the Pilates babies born to clients who exercised throughout their pregnancy and returned post-pregnancy to their Pilates exercise program. Recent years include 2012 with five Suncoast Pilates clients giving birth to baby boys, 2011 clients gave birth to four baby boys, with dozens of Pilates babies in years past. This year so far in 2013, we welcomed one Pilates baby girl.

Pilates is for mothers of ALL ages (and fathers too!)


Patricia Welter, B.S., PMA®- CPT Lolita San Miguel Pilates Master™ Second Generation Pilates Teacher Balanced Body® Faculty
Owner Suncoast Pilates

Pilates for Golf

Hit the ball farther, straighter and more accurately with less chance of injury…

Suncoast Pilates - Palm Harbor, Florida

Whether twisting the body on a drive, squatting down to measure a putt or leaning over to pick up a ball, golfers are constantly torquing their bodies. Golf requires repeating the same essential movements. As a result some muscles become overused and others weaken, causing an imbalance. For a golfer, muscle imbalances can affect the legs, hips, arms, shoulders, and the lower back. It can also affect one’s game, particularly for those over the age of 50. Drives may be shorter and less accurate, stamina may decrease, and the potential for debilitating strains, pulls and tears becomes much higher. Many golfers – from weekend warriors to the game’s elite like Tiger Woods and Annika Sorenstam have turned to Pilates as an essential training tool that keeps the body in balance and actually improves performance.

Why Pilates?

Pilates is based on movement from the center of the body, as are most shots in golf. It strengthens the center of the body, also known as the core (the trunk, shoulder girdle and pelvis). Core strength can improve hip rotation, range of motion in the shoulders and back stability, leading to more powerful and accurate golf shots. Pilates is a full body exercise that works all muscles and is easy on the joints. The end result is a flexible, symmetrically muscled body that is strengthened from the inside out.

Pilates helps you:

  • Build up the back muscles evenly
  • Elongate and align the spine for better stability
  • Strengthen the abdominals
  • Increase overall flexibility, strength, and balance
  • Increase range of motion in hips and shoulders
  • Enhance concentration through focused breathing

A stronger and more stable core helps golfers:

  • Attain an optimal backswing and follow-through with increased range of motion in shoulders
  • Get more distance and power because of added hip and torso flexibility
  • Have a stronger and bigger hip turn for greater power through rotation
  • Create a smoother and more powerful swing due to evenly conditioned back muscles
  • Maximize balance and alignment while rotating
  • Decrease fatigue because of less strain on the body
  • Hold a body position long enough to play through a shot
  • Play without pain!

Patricia Massey Welter

Patricia Massey Welter

Patricia Massey Welter, PMA®-CPT, Lolita San Miguel Pilates Master™, Second Generation Pilates Teacher – Suncoast Pilates – 34080 U.S. Hwy 19 North – Palm Harbor, Florida 34684 - Phone: (727) 772-6772 - www.SuncoastPilates.com

Kitchen Design Trends for 2013

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

Kitchen designs are, by far, the slowest changing trends in home décor. This is due to the fact that they are expensive, time consuming and so invasive to the homeowner. But at A-1 Custom Cabinets, we are seeing a gradual upheaval in the way we specify the kitchen space. Here are some our top recommendations for 2013:

Move Toward Modern

In 2012 the National Kitchen and Bath Association ranked the “Transitional Style” over “Traditional” for the first time ever in the history of their ranking system. This means more simplified lines and big, open spaces made with gathering in mind. Traditional woods (cherry and maple) are being replaced by Alder, Birch, Walnut and Bamboo.

Natural Color Schemes

Kitchen design trends are showing a rise in neutral colors with a twist. New natural colors build around greys and greens with a variety of wood finishes. Classic white and black are making a comeback as well. Bright colors are prevalent, but should be reserved for accents. Another trend is to mix wood cabinet finishes and painted finishes, which give an eclectic yet cohesive look.
Hideaway Appliances

Most people know that stainless steel appliances are a must-have for kitchen remodels, but there’s also a push toward unusual appliances. Not only does this include ones fronted with the same material as the cabinets, but also an emphasis on hidden appliances. Certain refrigerators, microwaves and dishwashers can be integrated into drawers for a seamless look.

All-Over Lighting

Good kitchen lighting has become more important over the years. Because the kitchen is the epicenter of the home, lighting should be layered combining general lighting, task lighting and ambient lighting. There is also a big push toward the inclusion of LED’s, which are already popular for under-cabinet lighting.

Super Stylish Components

2013 trends will move away from conventional range vents and include a variety of decorative hoods. Ones with built in LED lights can even couple as an island chandelier. Also, don’t overlook the kitchen sink. They are becoming a focal point in updated kitchens. Stainless steel sinks will remain popular, many with new modern designs, but there will also be a variety of stone composite, copper or fireclay sinks to offer smooth, non-porous options that won’t show wear and tear.

Glass Backsplashes

Luminous, reflective finishes abound in the modern kitchen, and nowhere is this more beautiful than on backsplash walls. Single-sheet, back painted glass with no seams, no grout, and easy maintenance wins on all counts. Its reflective quality gives a polished finish to the kitchen. This could also be achieved with glass tiles, which are a quick and inexpensive way to update your kitchen.

Call A-1 Custom Cabinets today for more information, or to schedule your free in-home consultation. 727-447-6815.

Simple Ways to a New You

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

It starts with excess clutter and loose receipts, builds through the holidays and by the time the New Year rolls around it’s everywhere! It’s clutter, and chances are, it’s driving you crazy. However, A-1 Custom Cabinets has a few secrets to get it under control, so you can focus on more important things—like tackling that extra holiday weight!

#1—Do a paper purge in your office. What—no office? Find a nook where you can install a custom desk to create your “command central.” New file drawers help find homes for organizing important contracts, personal documents, receipts and product warranties.

#2—Divide and conquer your kitchen. There’s one pot you need for dinner, but reaching into the back of the cabinet triggers a culinary avalanche. With a couple extra shelves and drawer pullouts, we can help you take advantage of the space between shelves. Tiered organizers make it easier to see and reach the items at the back of a shelf.

#3—Find a home for all your clothes. Who needs a leopard print dress when your closet is a jungle? A-1 Custom Cabinets can organize your hanging space, add shelves for sweaters and shoes, a pullout bar for dry cleaning, and a home for your hamper. Sorting “like” items together makes the whole space easier on the eyes.

#4—Harness hidden space in your bathroom. Rummaging to find your favorite body butter while getting ready in the morning is not the way to start your day. A-1 has an assortment of drawer organizers that help maximize storage space. We can even create additional storage under the sink.

Call A-1 Custom Cabinets today for your free consultation. We’ll address notoriously difficult clutter issues for your first step towards a whole New You.

The Holidays

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

It is hard not to be nostalgic around the holidays. To me, celebrations center on family and close friends. As everyone gathers together to enjoy good food and good times, the kitchen inevitably becomes the hub for activity. It really is the heart of the home. It is no wonder that builders, realtors and prospective home owners focus on the kitchen.

Take a good look at your kitchen. Does it reflect current trends in addition to your personal style? Do your cabinets maximize storage space and assist in organization? Are they designed in such a way that they facilitate work flow and entertaining? Are you proud to show them off to your family and friends? If you answered “no” to any of these questions, it’s time that you call A-1 Custom Cabinets for a free in-home consultation. We can show you ways to update your cabinetry or completely overhaul your kitchen for transforming results.

Because I am blessed to be married to a talented cabinet maker, I thankfully answered “yes” to all the above questions. I’m looking forward to sharing the joy of the holidays with those I hold dear and having my kitchen overflow with love. While others are out shopping till they drop, I’ll be dropping to my knees to thank God for all His wonderful blessings.

To all our great friends, wonderful customers, and customers yet to be, A-1 Custom Cabinets offers our sincerest gratitude and extends warmest wishes for a happy holiday season.

Create the Kitchen of Her Dreams

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

How better to pamper “her” than to create the kitchen of her dreams. While the primary function of a kitchen may be cooking, storage plays an essential role in how well a kitchen functions. No matter how large or small the room, if it’s not well organized and efficiently arranged, it will undermine the space as well as her sanity.

At A-1 Custom Cabinets, we recommend incorporating some key storage elements when designing a new kitchen or remodeling. Roll-out shelves for base and pantry cabinets help maximize your space and eliminate unnecessary straining to reach items in the back of the cabinet. The same is true for swing-outs or lazy-susans in corner cabinets. We also encourage the use of spice racks, back-of-door storage, drawer dividers, cutlery inserts, and dual trash/recycling pullouts to keep the kitchen looking tidy. We represent companies like Rev-A-Shelf and Hafele who offer a wide range of terrific cabinet accessories, in addition to beautiful rail systems for backsplash storage.

Also, because we design and build our own cabinets, we can customize storage in clever ways. The toekick beneath cabinets is completely wasted space, but add a shallow drawer and it becomes a great place for large platters and trays. Or we can add extra depth to cabinets to increase their capacity. For example, a standard upper cabinet at 12” deep can be increased to 16” without much added cost, yet it allows an extra row of glassware or food items. We often sneak shallow base cabinets on the back side of an island or peninsula, perfect for small appliances and cookbooks.

Working with the design professionals at A-1 Custom Cabinets is your first step towards creating a beautiful, creative kitchen that can be life changing. As I often tell my husband: “Happy wife, happy life.” Put yourself on that path to happiness, call today for your free consultation.

Eco-Friendly Home Extravaganza

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

Not long ago, making the eco-friendly choice meant compromise: settling for less than you wanted orpaying more than you should. Fortunately, those days are fading into memory. Today, there are manyways to make environmentally responsible lifestyle and product choices. A-1 Custom Cabinets is proudto offer responsible choices yet still provide the creativity, quality and value our customers expect.

Most consumers are aware of the availability of sustainable fabrics, paint products with low VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds), and floor & wall coverings with recycled content. However, many are not aware of “green” products available for your kitchen and bath. For instance, countertops can bemanufactured in sustainable or recycled materials. A-1 Custom Cabinets has beautiful counter-top selections in bamboo (sustainable), recycled glass, and solid surface made with 40% recycled content.

An earth-friendly choice available for cabinetry is Lyptus. This wood is carefully managed for sustainability. It’s fast-growing and yet has the hardness of maple, the grain of mahogany and the warmth of cherry. Lyptus is a naturally-occurring hybrid of eucalyptus which can be harvested in as little as 15 years (vs. 50 to 100 years for traditional hardwoods). It is grown on deforested land reserves that are reclaimed from the Rain Forest and specially maintained to preserve the balance of the ecosystem. Lyptus has a naturally deep, warm coloration that accepts a variety of finishes and a lovely grain pattern that ranges from straight fine patterns, to burls, to faint tiger striping.

To promote “green” awareness, A-1 Custom Cabinets is offering Panache readers a rebate on any Lyptus cabinetry purchased in July or August. Be sure to mention the “Eco-Friendly Home Extravaganza.”

Experience Aesthetic Excellence

Dr. Andrew Ordon from "The Doctors" recognizes Red Bamboo Medi Spa with Best Aesthetic Practice Award

Dr. Andrew Ordon from "The Doctors" recognizes Red Bamboo Medi Spa with Best Aesthetic Practice Award

Over 1,500 aesthetic professionals attended THE Aesthetic Show in Las Vegas last month. Red Bamboo Medi Spa of Clearwater was the ONLY practice recognized for aesthetic excellence. Dr. Andrew Ordon of the hit TV Show, THE DOCTORS, awarded the top prize to Dr. and Mrs. Frank Toscano at a gala red-carpet event.

“I was so excited, I wanted to scream,” Raye Toscano, Licensed Esthetician and Spa Director told us. “We’ve worked so hard to provide the absolute best services and experiences for our patients. It’s amazing to be recognized on a national level.”

“Our own wonderful patients won it for us,” Dr. Toscano said. “Winning was not based on a judging panel or committee, but on the sheer number of our own patients who voted for us online. I am grateful and humbled by their support. We’ve won awards before but this is, by far, the most meaningful.”

In July Dr. and Mrs. Toscano will be flown to Los Angeles to film a TV segment for “Aesthetic TV”. Also, the international aesthetic magazine, “THE Aesthetic Guide” plans on publishing a feature article on Red Bamboo. “We hope to showcase some of the unique aesthetic techniques we use at Red Bamboo that have made us so popular with our patients,” Dr. Toscano told us.

Dr. Toscano’s artistic skill with facial fillers and lasers is known throughout the area and Red Bamboo’s SmartLipo Program attracts patients from California, Canada, Venezuela and even Italy. Not content to stand still for even a moment, Dr. Toscano told us about some exciting new procedures he is introducing at Red Bamboo.

“We already get great results with SmartLipo neck-lifts but now we can incorporate SmartLipo laser energy to reduce jowls and refine the jaw line. The results are amazing,” he tells us. “Also, we are introducing the Valentine Lip Lift to correct the sad-looking, elongated upper lip. And now, for the first time, we have an affordable method to treat acne pitting, stretch marks and scars. We are the first practice in Florida to offer the award-winning Dermapen which gently resurfaces while driving nourishing serums and stem cells deep into the skin. It has many advantages over a fraxel without the downtime or expense.”

Red Bamboo is celebrating with special offers only for Panache Vue readers. Call Red Bamboo before June 30. Mention Panache Vue and get $100 off 30 or more units of Botox or $100 off any facial filler.

Red Bamboo Medi Spa
Northwood Plaza
2516 C McMullen Booth Road
Clearwater, FL 33761
727-726-6100
RBMedispa.com

Reality TV Hits Home

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

It has been a long and emotional month. We unfortunately endured the passing of Art’s thoroughly unique mother, Bernice. Amidst the sorrow, we began the arduous task of emptying her home. She lived in a small post-WWII home for over 50 years and it was filled to the brim with memorabilia. Every drawer, every closet, every corner, every nook and cranny was piled with stuff.

I read somewhere that when God calls a loved one home, he leaves a gift of memories in exchange. In Bernice’s case, it’s a gift that keeps on giving. We have come across a treasure trove of mementos (high school yearbooks, family photos, reunion nametags, even Art’s first Christmas stocking), but we have also come across the ridiculous (15 pairs of scissors, 30 nail files, a box of empty prescription bottles, hundreds of pens, thousands of empty bags). I joked that Bernice was about 3 years from being featured in an episode of Hoarders!

You are probably asking, “What does this have to do with cabinetry?” Well, stick with me. As I started taking an inventory of stuff in my own home, I realized that we have equal ridiculous numbers of things: 10 pepper grinders, 30 Christmas Villages, 50 salt and pepper sets, hundreds of gift bags, thousands of photos. The difference between Bernice and me is nothing more than good cabinetry. Art built me display cabinets to turn my “crap” into a “collection.” He has installed closet organizers to tame mass numbers of boxes, and a home office to house my hundreds of pencils, pens and scissors. He saved me from reality TV!

A-1 Custom Cabinets can do the same for you. We are your resource for artful organization and the masterful use of space. See how we helped others become clutter-free by visiting our website at www.A-1CustomCabinets.com. Then call us today for your free in-home (or office) consultation.

Your Time Has Come to Shine

Raye Toscano

Raye Toscano

Is your complexion naturally oily? Maybe your ancestors came from a Mediterranean climate. Or maybe you have moved to subtropical Florida from a drier or colder environment and now your skin seems to be producing more oil than you need. You wash with soapy cleansers. You wipe it off with astringent pads. But still the shine comes back, sometimes accompanied by acne breakouts. Are you doing something wrong?

Maybe so. You can reduce the oily appearance by not trying so hard to remove the oil. Let me explain.

Facial oil is not necessarily a bad thing. It actually protects the skin against the elements, especially the hot humid Florida weather. Oily skin is far less likely to wrinkle or to suffer ultra-violet damage. When you try too hard to remove this naturally occurring oil with harsh soaps or astringents, your skin becomes unnaturally dry so your oil glands work overtime to replenish what’s missing. They over-produce and, before you know it, acne bacteria move in to feast on the excess oil.

To restore balance, first, stop excessive face-washing with sudsy alkaline soaps that strip off the oil. Of course you will still need to cleanse, but using the right pH-balanced products will remove dirt without stimulating the oil glands.

Second, and this is the key, you must moisturize. By adding a fine layer of a quality moisturizer, you actually convince your oil glands that all is well and that they can stop over-producing. You reduce oily complexion by adding more moisture.

Good skin care products are vital. An expert aesthetician can analyze your skin, investigate what products you are using, and recommend others that will restore balance. Gentle, pH-balanced Revaléskin and Image skin-care lines cleanse without stripping and they never need a toner.

If acne bacteria set in, a deep-pore facial can evict the offenders and an Intense Pulsed Light Treatment can sterilize the skin, erase sun-damage and smooth wrinkles.

So, learn how to control your oil glands by consulting with an expert at Red Bamboo Medi Spa. Call 727-726-6100 to schedule a complimentary Visia® skin analysis and a consultation with one of our expert Clinical Aestheticians so that you can enjoy the benefits of fewer wrinkles and younger healthy skin. Let us help you get your skin back on a path to wellness.

We are Often Asked the Cost of Custom Cabinetry

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

At A-1 Custom Cabinets, we are often asked the cost of custom cabinetry? It’s a simple question with a very complex answer. Naturally, your price will depend upon your decisions: wood or laminate; maple or cherry; traditional or contemporary; licensed or unlicensed?

While no one wants to pay too much for cabinetry, we caution against paying too little. Your quest for savings might leave you vulnerable. Unlicensed contractors and cabinet builders operate outside the limits of the law (illegally). So, where do their “savings” originate?

Perhaps they save on advertising. It seems reasonable, but without ads in phone books, magazines, or newspapers, it is very easy to quietly disappear. Perhaps they save on taxes. Although paying employees “under the table” may seem harmless, think of the price we all assume when these same individuals collect unemployment checks and require government assistance.

Perhaps they save on insurance. Crippling costs are associated with general liability insurance and workman’s compensation. However, we know of several people who experienced the horror of costly mishaps; the worst of which was a punctured gas line which exploded the house.

Worst of all, perhaps they save on licensing. The Pinellas County Contractors Licensing Board (PCCLB) established stringent guidelines to protect consumers from unqualified, uninsured, unethical contractors. From electrical fires to plumbing floods, unlicensed contractors leave you liable for damages; but isn’t that why you have home owners insurance?!

Do yourself a favor. Call A-1 Custom Cabinets, a PCCLB licensed company in business for over 40 years. We will build you the cabinets of your dreams without any unwanted nightmares.

Looking Forward to 2012

Art and Diane Whitney

Art and Diane Whitney

My husband loves Disney World. Unlike the tourists who strategize their plan of attack, he charges head-first for Space Mountain. He is energized by the thrill of racing up and down through relative darkness. While our young daughter stood transfixed by beautiful horses on the carousel, he cajoled her into joining the battle cry for adventure. Although some may consider this a mild form of child abuse, it actually is a great lesson. Rarely does life proceed in an easy, breezy fashion. Life, by its very nature, is unpredictable.

For A-1 Custom Cabinets, saying goodbye to 2011 was like exiting a roller-coaster. The year sped by in such a frantic fashion that we often felt rushing wind. There were dizzying highs and agonizing lows, but through it all we remained focused on the future. Looking back is fruitless when all that matters is where we are going. Instead of pining for the prosperity of previous years, we allowed the slowing economy to affect our business in a positive way.

With the real estate slump forcing many homeowners to postpone remodeling plans, the recent surge in commercial activity presented A-1 Custom Cabinets the opportunity to return to our roots. For many years we were the sole cabinet supplier for Pinch-a-Penny franchises. We are adept at building display units and cash wraps. We also compiled an impressive portfolio of expert laminate cabinetry in medical offices, mail rooms, break rooms and reception stations. As a result, we were selected to complete the cabinetry for the new Sun Toyota dealership, Bayshore Animal Hospital, Suncoast Family Care, Stevens & Stevens Business Record Management, and Surgical Services of Tampa Bay.

So as we enter the New Year, A-1 Custom Cabinets is optimistic that this upward trend will continue to expand in residential real estate. Knowing that the majority of homeowners recognize the value and desirability of remodeling, we are eagerly looking forward to 2012.

That’s Not All

Raye Toscano

Raye Toscano

After 800 SmartLipo procedures at Red Bamboo Medi Spa, you might guess that we focus mainly on beautiful transformations of the body. But we are known for much more. The transformations we achieve in the skin

We start with a detailed photo analysis of your skin using the revolutionary Visia® Complexion Analysis System. One of our expert aestheticians will examine your home skin care regiment and recommend products that are specifically designed to address your own complexion issues. She may guide you toward one of our custom tailored facials treatments designed to awaken tired skin, calm redness or smooth texture.

We also have advanced tools available to address more serious issues. Our Lamprobe can remove skin tags and cholesterol deposits. Our microdermabrasion machine is the best in the industry. Our staff is trained in dermaplaning and a new, exciting procedure called micro-needle collagen enhancement. This technique produces skin-tightening very much like a fraxel laser but without the expense and downtime.

Finally, we are blessed to have the skilled hands of Dr. Toscano. Dr. Toscano believes the goal is not to change your face, but to enhance your own natural beauty by delicately enhancing your eyes and lips. His training and years of experience allow him to melt away years with advanced Botox injection techniques and the subtle and artistic use of fillers. His unique Liquid Facelift techniques have enticed patients from all over the state to Red Bamboo. He can erase brown spots, red spots, broken capillaries and sun damage with Intense Pulsed Light from the Lumenis Quantum and he uses the Erbium Whisper Laser to resurface wrinkled skin and give you that peaches-and cream complexion you’ve always wanted.

Make an appointment at Red Bamboo Medi Spa and you, too, can experience beautiful transformation.

SmartLipo by Red Bamboo – It’s The Doctor Who Makes the Difference, Not the Machine

Red Bamboo - Interior - HallwayThree years ago, Red Bamboo Medi Spa was the first to introduce SmartLipo to Pinellas County and now, at over 700 procedures, Red Bamboo has become the most successful and respected laser body sculpting program in Central Florida. Founded in 2008 by Licensed Aesthetician Raye Toscano, her husband Dr. Frank Toscano, and their partner Dr. Laszlo Teleszky, Red Bamboo has set the standard for excellence in aesthetic medicine.

Patients who have a little bulge or stubborn fat pocket that just doesn’t go away with diet or exercise are looking for more than just a solution to this problem. “Some of our patients would just like to look just a little younger, trimmer or more refreshed,” Raye told us, “but many come to us because they lack self-confidence about some aspects of their face or their body. They want to feel comforted about an aspect of their life that is highly sensitive.”

In the serene Asian-inspired atmosphere of lemongrass scented candles and the lilting sounds of bamboo flutes, clients do feel comforted as Red Bamboo’s highly-trained Board Certified Physicians melt away years of aging or inches of fat in just a few hours. And, with the SmartLipo laser they are able to tighten the skin as well. The results are nothing short of amazing.

“Our patients feel a new sense of self-confidence,” Raye says. “They look and feel better in and out of their clothes.” Many patients have described SmartLipo as a life-changing experience. They begin to wear skin-hugging clothes and even pull outfits out of closets that they haven’t been able to wear for years. “Some practices claim that their laser has more power or more wavelengths, but there is no one around who has the depth of experience that we do with this procedure,” she says. “We are proud to say that we have had absolutely no burns and no infections.”

Red Bamboo Medi Spa - LogoThe entire procedure is painless. You can listen to music and sip tea while the SmartLipo Laser melts away your fat and tightens your skin. There is no general anesthesia; not even an IV. The abdomen and the waist are the most common areas chosen but many other areas, even the neck, can be artistically sculpted using the SmartLipo Laser. Most people can go back to work the very next day.

SmartLipo is not the only beauty transformation that happens at Red Bamboo. The physicians have both had extensive training in aesthetic medicine and their expertise with facial fillers is widely known. “Many of our patients travel long distances just to see our physicians,” Raye says. “No one ever leaves here looking swollen or overdone. The physicians know how to use fillers in a subtle and artistic way that enhances a person’s natural beauty.” Tampa Bay Metro Magazine recognized Red Bamboo Medi Spa for providing the “Best Aesthetic Enhancements in Tampa Bay.”

Red Bamboo has also been named as a “Gold Provider” of Botox. They never use dysport, myoblock or any of the cheap knockoffs coming out of Canada. Always real Botox Cosmetic® by Allergan – always injected by a physician – that’s the standard at Red Bamboo.

Red Bamboo also has a selection of lasers and light-based technologies that can return your skin to a silky smooth, peaches–and-cream complexion. Now that summer is coming to an end, this is a perfect time to consider treating sun spots, UV damage, red spots, broken capillaries, fine wrinkles and skin tags. Consultations are always complimentary.

Red Bamboo Medi Spa is located in Northwood Plaza at the intersection of Enterprise and McMullen Booth Roads in Clearwater (between SteinMart and Publix). You can hear comments from real Red Bamboo patients and see amazing “Before and After” photos at RBMedispa.com.

This month, Red Bamboo is celebrating its third anniversary of SmartLipo excellence by making a special offer available only through Panache Vue’.

Call Red Bamboo (727-726-6100) before October 15 for a complimentary SmartLipo consultation. If you mention Panache Vue’, you will get one area of SmartLipo for only $1000. That’s $2500 off the regular price!

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