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Woman looks at glowing, healthy skin in mirror after a series of Hydrafacial treatments for acne

Can Hydrafacial treat acne? A new study says yes!

We’ve known for years that Hydrafacials feel amazing and make your skin radiant—but a new study changes the game! Hydrafacials are now proven, research-backed treatments for acne. If you’re struggling with breakouts, our expert aesthetic team has the facts to help you decide if it’s time to invest in regular Hydrafacials at our med spa. What is a Hydrafacial? Hydrafacials are multi-step facials that use a patented water vortex to cleanse and hydrate the skin, as well as extract impurities from pores. Hydrafacials can also be customized to treat specific concerns like acne, aging, or rosacea. During a Hydrafacial, your aesthetician passes a handpiece over your skin, which supplies a...

Woman running hands through healthy hair and scalp after Hydrafacial Keravive treatments

Give Your Hair a “Facial” with Hydrafacial Kervavive

Hydrafacial Keravive scalp treatments have been featured in a number of publications, including Glamour and Allure, and it’s clear why: they offer a relaxing spa-like treatment that’s also proven to support scalp health and improve hair growth for men and women. Here, in part 2 of this 2-part series, our Hydrafacialist MaKayla Burwell shares answers to frequently asked questions about Hydrafacial Keravive treatments. (If you missed it, you can read part one of Maintaining a Healthy Scalp and Hair for Improved Hair Growth to learn more about the symptoms and causes of an unhealthy scalp and additional treatment options). Hydrafacial Keravive scalp treatments offer a relaxing spa-like treatment proven...

Woman with tight abs posing after Morpheus8 treatment

Kim K Got Morpheus8 and Loved It—Here’s Why

Morpheus8 microneedling is one of our favorite non-surgical treatments to tighten the skin and erase imperfections and we recently heard Kim Kardashian is a big fan too. Here, triple-board certified Joplin cosmetic surgeon Dr. Talon Maningas explains this innovative technology and why even major celebrities are opting for this minimally invasive treatment. What is Morpheus8? As we age, our skin gradually loses its ability to produce collagen, causing it to wrinkle and sag. What was once only achievable with a surgical procedure, Morpheus8 microneedling is one of the safest and most effective non-surgical treatments to tighten skin and sculpt fat deposits with no downtime required. Using a handheld device, tiny,...

Woman receiving a cosmetic injectables treatment at a cosmetic surgery practice

Why You Should Choose a Cosmetic Surgery Practice for Your Injectables

Injectables offer a safe, non-surgical solution for attractively restoring volume, improving facial contours, and smoothing fine lines and wrinkles—if performed by a vetted, highly-experienced injector who is under the supervision of a board certified cosmetic surgeon. In 2021, injectables made up 65% of non-surgical procedures in the US—over 3.6 million neurotoxin and over 1.8 million dermal filler treatments were provided. But, as the popularity of injectables has skyrocketed, so has the number of injectors—and many are woefully underqualified. To help ensure you select a qualified injector, we've put together this blog explaining why it matters who performs your cosmetic injections. Who can legally perform facial injections? Why does it...

Woman Getting Lymphatic Drainage Massage to Improve Body Contouring Results

Can lymphatic drainage massage improve my body contouring results?

Women and men in Joplin, MO and the four-state area are increasingly turning to body contouring procedures to improve their shape when diet and exercise simply aren’t enough. While these cosmetic treatments are incredibly effective, all body contouring procedures—from liposuction to BodyTite—can cause temporary swelling that may obscure your initial results. In this month’s post, we discuss whether or not lymphatic drainage massage can help reduce post-body contouring inflammation and improve your results. What is the lymphatic system? The lymphatic system is the part of your immune system responsible for transporting fluid through the lymph vessels, thereby removing fluids and toxins from the body. A healthy lymphatic system moves...

Woman with Beautiful Face Symmetry and Bone Structure for Facial Aesthetics Golden Ratio

What is the Golden Ratio of Facial Aesthetics?

From Nefertiti’s stunning profile to the Parthenon of Rome, beauty has historically been recognized in harmonious proportionality. Some people have taken this idea a step further, suggesting that an ancient mathematical equation called the Golden Ratio can be used to assess a person’s attractiveness. In this month’s post, we’re taking a thorough look at the Golden Ratio and whether or not it should be used as a benchmark for facial beauty. What is the Golden Ratio? The Golden Ratio, also referred to as the Divine Proportion, states that when a line is divided into two parts in a ratio of 1: 1.618, it creates the ideal proportion. The Golden...

Family Fun Outdoor Activities in Joplin and Northwest Arkansas

Get Out this Spring! Our Favorite Outdoor Places to Visit in the Sunnier Months

Spring has officially sprung in Joplin! Check out our list of favorite weekend destinations to enjoy the great outdoors across Southwest Missouri and Northwest Arkansas. For Family Fun - and Learning! Wildcat Glades is a one-of-a-kind nature preserve and park managed by the Missouri Department of Conservation. It is home to a biologically diverse assortment of plants and animals which are unique to the desert-ike chert glades- and environmental ecosystem which only exists in south Missouri! Stop by for their ‘Yoga in Nature’ programs, guided hikes and other outdoor educational and recreation programs for kids and adults! Bonus: After adventuring at Wildcat Glades, don’t forget to stop by All Aboard...

From Brow Lamination to Fillers, All the Ways You Can Improve the Look of Your Brows

The eyes are windows to our soul—but the brows help determine how defined and refreshed our eyes appear! While most of us aren’t going all-in for eyebrow transplants like Chrissy Teigen, there are other effective ways to enhance your natural brows and create definition in your upper face, many with little to no downtime. Here at Maningas Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Maningas and our expert team offer brow treatments that are non-surgical, minimally invasive, and surgical, all of which address different nuanced concerns you have about your brows. 1. Esthetician eyebrow enhancements If you want to add temporary pop to your brows, our esthetician offers medspa services to get your naturally...

Woman with Great Gut Health feels Happy Healthy and Beautiful

4 Keys to Developing Great Gut Health

Gut health is a critical component of our overall health. Having a healthy amount of “beneficial” bacteria in our guts can help ward off illness and disease, and even improve our mental health. But, according to a survey of more than 2,000 U.S. adult men and women, 72% of Americans are living with digestive issues like gas, bloating, and abdominal pain, all of which can be improved with proper gut health. To help you live your healthiest life, we’ve compiled a list of 4 ways to improve your gut health. While some of these suggestions may seem obvious, others, like cultivating a regular mindfulness practice, may surprise you! 1....

Woman Happy and Full of Energy After Hormone Replacement Therapy

Hormone Replacement Therapy for Women: A Real Patient Experience

Ever considered bioidentical hormone therapy? Typically given to women as an under-the-skin pellet, this “wonder drug” custom-targets hormone deficiencies you have, helping patients with symptoms ranging from sexual discomfort to a general feeling of grogginess. Each pellet is fully customized based on your body’s deficiencies in testosterone, estrogen, and/or progesterone. Many of our patients are curious about this treatment, so we asked our Maningas Cosmetic Surgery marketing director, Dallas, to share her experience and answer questions you have about hormone replacement therapy. How long have you been using hormone therapy? I started in spring of 2021. I learned from the initial lab test (which we order for all patients) that...