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May 26, 2021

Love the Skin You’re In: Vitality Med Spa offers full-service boutique skincare experience

Cheryl Ricer

Photography By

Kaila Jeffcoat
Stepping out in faith, Tavia Osterstock, licensed esthetician, partnered in opening Vitality Med Spa in the heart of Bluffton. Originally renting a small room to see her clients in Bluffton Village, her passion for skincare and vision for what could be blossomed in May of 2018 when she opened Vitality Med Spa with Dr. Kristi Blessitt. Blessitt, a medical doctor who had taken some family time, was now ready to go back to work with a focus on hormone replacement therapy and aesthetic injectables. Shortly after, Joanie Vilcheck, RN, joined Osterstock and Blessitt in providing IV vitamin therapy to further complete their spa services.

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 Tavia Osterstock, L.E. and Jessica Ware, L.E..

Tavia Osterstock, L.E. and Jessica Ware, L.E..

Now, Vitality occupies the entire building where Osterstock had previously rented a room, and they have continued to expand, bringing on Jessica Ware, licensed esthetician to tag team with Osterstock in providing the Lowcountry with exceptional skin care services.

“We work endlessly to source and bring the best products and services to our clients. It is our goal that every person who walks through our doors feels welcomed, accepted and individually treated for their skin care concerns,” Ware said.

Beautiful skin requires commitment. There is no miracle treatment, but with advanced treatments and the right skin care tailored to your needs and skin type, great results can be achieved. Vitality’s mission involves offering a personalized experience from inside out with a truly boutique approach.

Some current client favorites include PRP (platelet-rich plasma) micro-needling, which is great for everything from pigment issues to pore size, scarring, fine lines and laxity. Beginning with a standard blood draw from patient’s arm, the tube of blood is then placed in a machine called a centrifuge, which spins the blood and separates the red blood cells from the plasma. The plasma is then micro-needled back into the skin, using the only FDA-approved device, SkinPen.

“Our blood is made of two main components, red blood cells and plasma which are rich in growth factors,” Osterstock said. She further explained that growth factors send signals to skin cells to function. This science has been used in medicine to treat a range of health issues including arthritis, and now signs of aging. The results are refined skin texture and tone with reduced signs of aging.

Clients also love the Deka Motus AY laser hair removal because it is the only laser approved for hair removal that is pain-free, safe, and effective for all skin types and does not require you to avoid the sun prior to treatment. An added bonus is that you do not have to refrain from shaving prior to treatment, as many other laser treatments require. This laser utilizes new technology that cools the skin and is also non-reactive to sun exposure.

Ultherapy® is a well-known cosmetic procedure that uses ultrasound therapy to tighten and firm the skin. Commonly used on the neck, jawline and brows, it is another favorite recently added at Vitality. There is no downtime, and the treatment pushes back the client’s need for a facelift or preserves the investment of a previous facelift. Results from Ultherapy typically last two years before requiring maintenance but can work in tandem with other services for a more youthful, rested appearance with longer lasting results.

Among other services, such as custom facials and chemical peels, the ladies at Vitality Med Spa strive to be your one-stop shop for all aesthetic and wellness needs. Osterstock believes what sets Vitality apart is their client approach. “We only give people products that will truly help them,” she said. “We won’t ever talk people into treatments or products they don’t need just to make a sale. More than anything, we understand the value of reputation and continue to prioritize an exceptional experience for each client.”

At Vitality, Osterstock and her team are committed to making clients feel comfortable and confident that they are in the right place for their skincare goals to be achieved. “I am so excited to be a part of this team and look forward to serving our clients and growing with Vitality,” Ware said. Jessica Ware is now accepting new clients and is the creative mind behind their social media platforms. For monthly specials and all things skincare, follow along on Instagram, @vitalityskincarehhi.

Product lines: ColoreScience, Elta MD, Neocutis, SkinBetter Science, SkinCeuticals, and ZO Skin Health.

159 State Street, Bluffton Village | (843) 757-2270 | vitalityhhi.com | H: M-FR 10:00a.m.-4:00p.m.

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