Berks County Living Guide to Beauty and Wellness 2023-2024

Special Advertising Supplement

Beauty and wellness isn’t just about looking good. It’s about feeling great, too. We encourage you to end 2023 and move into 2024 by prioritizing YOU! How you go about it is individual to you, and there’s sure to be a business in Berks to support you along the way. In this, our Annual Guide to Beauty & Wellness, you’ve got a great start. We cover everything from salon and spa services to dermatology, chiropractic care, hormone balancing, natural products and supplements, nutrition plans, laser hair removal, plastic surgery — even clothing and jewelry spots for some retail therapy. Check it out on the pages that follow!

NIKKI M. MURRY, Editor-in-Chief NMurry@BerksCountyLiving.com

ADVERTISER INDEX The Beauty Bar Wellness and Aesthetics........................4 Bell Tower Salon Spa + Rhelm.com.................................... 12 Cho Plastic Surgery.......................................................................... 13 Core Health Chiropractic............................................................... 9 Lords & Ladies Salon and Medical Spa.......................2-3 Milan Laser Hair Removal............................................................11 Nature's Garden Natural Foods & Shoes.........................8 Nutrition for Life | The Spine and Wellness Center...... 6-7 Reading Dermatology Associates.......................................... 1 Renewed Vitality.................................................................................10 Van Scoy Jewelers...............................................................................5 To reserve your spot in the 2024-2025 edition, contact Robyn Jones at RJones@BerksCountyLiving.com.

The Guide to Beauty & Wellness is a special advertising supplement to Berks County Living. Its contents are copyright ©2023 Berks County Living, a monthly publication of IDP Publications, 3245 Freemansburg Avenue, Palmer, PA 18045-7118. Nothing contained herein may be reproduced in whole or in part without the expressed written consent of the publisher. Publisher disclaims all responsibility for omissions or errors. Berks County Living and its owners are not liable for claims made by any advertisers or any inaccuracies or intentional copyright infringements. All rights reserved. The magazine welcomes, but cannot be responsible for, unsolicited manuscripts, contributions or photographs. Unsolicited materials cannot be returned unless accompanied by a self-addressed, stamped envelope. Printed in the USA.

Reading Dermatology Associates For 15 years, Reading Dermatology Associates (RDA) has been providing families with the very best in dermatological and skin care. RDA’s Cosmetic Skin Care Therapists provide their family of patients with custom skin care plans that begin with an assessment to determine the best medically based procedures for attaining healthy, radiant-looking skin.

We welcome you to our newly expanded cosmetic center in West Lawn Plaza offering the most cutting-edge treatments, including: Radio Frequency Micro-needling, PRP for Hair Restoration, Dermaplaning, IPL Photo Rejuvenation, Chemical Peels, Laser Hair Removal, IV Hydration Therapy, Botox, Filler and CO2 Laser. New clients enjoy a Skin Scope Analysis, full consultation, cleansing, plus enzyme and finishing products for only $50 and can upgrade by adding dermaplaning and a mask for $25 more. Give the gift of great-looking skin this holiday season and save big! For every $100 gift card you purchase for cosmetic skin care, receive an additional $25! Expires 12/31/23. Find out more at readingderm.com.

3317 Penn Avenue | West Lawn | 484.709.1177 | readingderm.com

berkscountyliving.com | 1

Lords & Ladies Salon and Medical Spa Thank you for voting Lords & Ladies Salon and Medical Spa as the 2023 Best of Berks winner for “Best Place for a Mani/Pedi.”

Lords & Ladies is honored to serve the residents of Berks and Montgomery counties for almost four decades since the Pottstown location opened its doors in 1983.

We are proud of our reputation for offering clients “affordable luxury” and being the choice for all things hair, nail and skin care. From our full-service hair and nail salon to extensive esthetic and medical-grade skin care in our MedSpa, L&L has something for everyone.

The L&L MedSpa is now featuring Laser Hair Reduction, SkinPen microneedling, Circadia and Glytone chemical peels, KTP laser treatments and more. The services we’ve always offered, including Botox, fillers, HydraFacial, lash extensions and massage are available as well.

Don’t forget our Sun-Tues specials! Enjoy a custom women’s haircut, blow dry and hot tool finish for $29. Men’s cuts are just $19, and other great weekly service specials in both salon and medspa are offered, too.

Looking for more ways to save? Don’t miss our highly anticipated 20% OFF Gift Card Sales throughout the year. Not only are gift cards great for giving, they are perfect for the whole family! Purchase gift cards online 24/7 at llsalons.com. You can also find a wide assortment of hair and skin care products online. Enjoy free shipping on all orders $50+.

L&L is also a great place to work. We offer world-class continuing education for all employees, from business classes to the latest in trends and techniques. In addition, our commitment to our purpose and values creates a culture that is second to none. At L&L you don’t just come to a job; you’re a part of something bigger than yourself and the opportunity to prosper!

Beauty professionals looking to start or jump-start their career, look no further. L&L is hiring in all locations. We have great opportunities and flexible scheduling.

Fleetwood, Exeter, Sinking Spring, Douglassville, Pottstown, Gilbertsville, Perkiomenville 1.844.salonll | lordsandladiessalons.com berkscountyliving.com | 3

The Beauty Bar Wellness and Aesthetics The Beauty Bar Wellness and Aesthetics is a boutique practice located in Wyomissing that specializes in wellness treatments such as IV Hydration and injections. Our IV treatments last about 45 minutes, during which you relax in our calming IV lounge.

The IV infusions include a hangover cure, a beauty mix, an immunity mix and an energy mix. Our injections include an immunity booster, B12 and MICC, better known as a “skinny shot.” Alycia Seelig is a nurse practitioner and is the owner of The Beauty Bar. Alycia is highly skilled and educated with more than 16 years of experience under her belt. The Beauty Bar has plans to expand into offering other treatments such as microneedling and PRP in the near future, so stay tuned!

320 Abington Dr., Ste. 5 | Wyomissing | 484.963.7410 | thebeautybaraesthetics.com

4 | berkscountyliving.com

Van Scoy Jewelers Van Scoy Jewelers has been one of Berks Countyʼs most successful jewelers, sharing in couples’ love stories and family milestones for 45 years. We’ve built our longevity on quality products, consistently excellent service and a strong commitment to our customers and our community. Our team, Caroline, Sal, Judy, Cassi, Cindy and Deb, can help you custom design the piece of your dreams or select something from our lovely in-stock collection. Visit us at 1121 Penn Avenue in Wyomissing or shop online at vanscoy.com. Van Scoy Jewelers has been voted Best of Berks for more than 10 years running, earning the Lifetime Achievement Award for Best Independent Jeweler. Stop in and see for yourself what sets us apart.

1121 Penn Avenue | Wyomissing | 610.374.9330 | vanscoy.com

berkscountyliving.com | 5

Nutrition for Life With a background as a registered nurse, Lori Borja recognized the great need to prevent disease processes as well as treat them. She wanted to utilize her education and experience in an area that would promote health and wellness. The desire to promote healthy eating and lifestyle changes led her to continue her education in the field of nutrition. Lori obtained a master’s degree in Applied Clinical Nutrition from New York Chiropractic College. She is a Certified Nutrition Specialist, the gold standard for advanced nutrition professionals. Lori is dedicated to helping others maintain health and prevent illness through targeted nutrition therapy and lifestyle changes. Based on a comprehensive assessment, each client receives a personalized treatment plan to help them rebalance and restore the body. Lori will provide specific recommendations for the client’s individual needs. One-on-one support is given to help clients reach their goals and live healthier lives.

3933 Perkiomen Avenue, Ste. 104 | Reading | 484.769.6866

6 | berkscountyliving.com

Massage Therapy at Spine &Wellness Center Spine and Wellness has been offering therapeutic massage therapy since 2002. The massage team consists of eight highly trained, licensed massage therapists. We have appointments available seven days a week, allowing for scheduling flexibility. Our massage therapists are certified in a range of restorative modalities, including medical massage, sports massage, cupping, deep tissue, myofascial release, lymphatic massage and more. Together, our diversely trained massage therapists have more than 100 years of combined experience. This makes us one of the most trusted massage offices in Berks County and is why so many of our referrals come from primary care physicians, pain management physicians and surgeons. Our massage therapists are committed to meet and exceed those standards, resulting in the best treatment of the clients, which is our ultimate goal. Make an appointment today to see just how we can help. Our services will meet all your dermatology needs, and we look forward to serving you.

3933 Perkiomen Avenue, Ste. 101 | Reading | 610.779.4588 | spineandwellness.org

berkscountyliving.com | 7

Nature's Garden Natural Foods & Shoes Shopping is an experience, not a finger click. Come to Nature’s Garden for a great experience! Our unique lifestyle store features Birkenstock, UGG, Patagonia and Darn Tough socks — all premium brands that we are trained to fit correctly. We have been a pioneer in educating and recommending Natural Medicine for 46 years. Using correctly formulated and efficacious vitamin products are important in combating the inflammatory cascade that creates many health conditions. Keep your immune system strong with specific herbs that gently stimulate your macrophages. Our educated and dedicated staff strive to help customers make correct nutritional choices and not be swayed by fads. Join us Monday evenings at 6pm on WEEU 830 AM radio for “Healthy Living with Nature’s Garden” or listen live on the Nature’s Garden Facebook page for credible information. Buy from the best; don’t guess about the rest!

4360 Perkiomen Avenue | Reading | 610.779.3000 | ngarden.net

8 | berkscountyliving.com

Core Health Chiropractic Since 2016, Core Health Chiropractic has proudly served Berks County as a pioneer in the health and wellness field, gathering multiple providers under one roof. Not only does Core Health offer chiropractic care for the whole family, services also include physical therapy, corrective exercise, pelvic floor therapy, pediatric occupational therapy, massage, Reiki and acupuncture. The practice’s approach differs in that its providers work together to tailor the right service for each individual’s specific needs and goals while using the most up-to-date technology and techniques. Beginning with a patient’s first call to the office, they will experience the positivity and community Core Health has cultivated and find the wellness they and their family have been searching for. Core Health Chiropractic patients come for the treatment and stay for the community. It’s a great day for a great day at Core Health Chiropractic!

1057 Van Reed Rd. | Reading | 610.750.9131 | corehealthberks.com

berkscountyliving.com | 9

Meet Becky McClure, CRNP (center), and her team.

Renewed Vitality Hot flashes, mood changes, skin and hair changes, low energy, unenjoyable sex — these are all difficult and irritating symptoms that you might be experiencing, and they all have one thing in common: they’re signs of a hormonal imbalance. Whether it’s due to a natural process like menopause or a disorder like low testosterone, hormonal imbalances can make your life far more challenging than it has to be. Unbalanced hormones can knock men off their feet and keep women in a rut, leaving you feeling like half of a person, but with help from Becky McClure and her team at Renewed Vitality, you can fight back! Becky McClure is a certified registered nurse practitioner with decades of experience in the healthcare industry. She founded Renewed Vitality in 2017 to create a place where people could start feeling like themselves again through highly advanced hormone replacement therapy, or HRT. This treatment is safe, natural and effective, and Becky has not only experienced its revitalizing possibilities herself, but she has used it to help thousands of patients throughout the Berks County area to take their lives back! With a specialty in treating menopausal and perimenopausal women as well as men with low testosterone, Renewed Vitality might be the place you need to go to start feeling like yourself again. Armed with hormonal balance and the expert care of Becky and her team, you’ll be ready for anything that life can throw your way!

560 Van Reed Rd., Ste. 101 | Reading | 484.516.2937 | renewedvitality4you.com

10 | berkscountyliving.com

Milan Laser Hair Removal Founded in 2012 by two board-certified doctors, Milan Laser Hair Removal provides state-of-the-art laser hair removal treatments in a safe, comfortable environment. Our treatments are performed by medical professionals extensively trained in everything from laser physics to medical conditions affecting hair growth, so clients can rest assured they’re in the most capable hands. All treatments are done with FDA-cleared lasers and tailored to clients’ skin tone and hair color. We safely and effectively treat the entire skin tone spectrum, with most clients 95%+ hair-free in just seven to 10 sessions. Our exclusive Unlimited Package™ guarantees clients’ results for life with no touch-up fees and unlimited treatments at one affordable price. Milan Laser is the country’s largest laser hair removal provider, with more than 310 clinics nationwide and 22 in Pennsylvania.

88 Commerce Dr. | Wyomissing | 610.572.2133 | milanlaserreading.com

berkscountyliving.com | 11

Bell Tower Salon Spa + Rhelm.com The Bell Tower Spa is the premier community, destination day spa offering everything for your beauty, wellness and fashion needs. If you don't find what you are looking for, or you can’t make it into Bell Tower this holiday season, check out rhelm.com. Rhelm is a digital lifestyle platform that extends the Bell Tower experience. Our mission within Rhelm is to curate an overall lifestyle product as well as experiences that inspire you to become your very best self. Find your place in the Rhelm. Whether you're in search of the perfect gift or want to enjoy the salon and spa, Belltower + Rhelm have what you are looking for. This holiday season, for every $100 you spend at the Bell Tower, receive a complimentary haircut or blow out, and $20 in Bell Tower Bucks. Spend $100 at rhelm.com, receive a $20 Rhelm gift card. Let us help you give the perfect holiday gifts!

18 State Hill Rd. | Wyomissing | 610.372.6379 | belltowersalonspa.com | rhelm.com

12 | berkscountyliving.com

Cho Plastic Surgery Dr. Christine H. Cho, the only female double board-certified plastic surgeon in Berks County, started 10 years ago as a general plastic and reconstructive surgeon for Tower Health System, treating the whole patient from cancer reconstruction to traumatic face and hand injuries and aesthetic surgery. She built and directed a medical spa and was integral in starting a highly sought-after and competitive independent plastic surgery fellowship. She is the chair of clinical competency and devotes time to training future plastic surgeons. She now owns the new Cho Plastic Surgery in Wyomissing with a focus on injectables, lasers, skin and hair health and surgical specialties involving the face, breast and body. “Each individual is unique, and so are their needs,” asserts Cho. “Understanding the significance of diversity, I tailor plans for every patient based on their ethnicity, values and specific concerns. My goal is to formulate a personalized surgical roadmap that aligns perfectly with their aspirations while prioritizing safety.

2201 Ridgewood Rd., Ste. 190 | Wyomissing | 484.709.2956 | choplasticsurgery.com

berkscountyliving.com | 13

Read it. Love it. Live it.

berkscountyliving.com