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Get in the know with information about the science behind our treatments and the Nevaskin temperature-controlled technology

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March Skin Care & Wellness: Renew and Rebalance at MidMO Cryo

Aimee

Spring is coming — let your skin and your spirit bloom. Renew and rebalance skin care & wellness at MidMo Cryo!

As March arrives, so does the quiet shift toward spring — longer days, softer light, and a natural urge to refresh. After months of winter dryness and fatigue, your skin and your body are ready for renewal. At MidMo Cryo, this month is all about gentle awakening and restoring balance.

Whether you’re preparing for spring events or simply craving a moment of calm, a treatment at MidMo Cryo is the perfect way to transition your skin into the new season.

Boost Energy & Circulation with Neveskin

March is an ideal time to refresh your wellness routine. Neveskin uses temperature controlled cold and hot to increase circulation, reduce inflammation, and help produce collagen.

Your March Wellness Invitation from MidMo Cryo

This month, give yourself permission to slow down and soften. Whether you’re a longtime regular or visiting MidMo Cryo for the first time, we’re here to help you welcome spring with clarity, calm, and a refreshed glow.

If you’re easing post‑workout soreness — or shaking off winter sluggishness — our wellness services help you step into spring feeling renewed.

Get in touch with MidMo Cryo and see how your skin and your spirit can bloom: Contact / Booking

Start working on a new you in the new year
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New Year, New You — Let’s Begin

Aimee

At MidMo Cryo, we’re welcoming 2026 with a little extra motivation to help you step into your best year yet. Whether you’re looking to boost recovery, elevate your wellness routine, or simply carve out more time for you, we’ve got your back.

Book any single session in January and enjoy 10% off.
It’s the perfect moment to reset, recharge, and start building the version of yourself you’ve been envisioning.

Small steps. Big shifts. A brand-new year full of possibilities.
Let’s make it happen together.

Start working on a new you in the new year — your journey begins at MidMo Cryo.

Book now on the Contact/Booking page…

You've lost the pounds, now we can help you lose the inches
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You’ve crushed your weight-loss goals—now let’s tighten things up.

Aimee

GLP-1s and semaglutides have revolutionized weight loss. These powerful medications don’t just shed pounds—they improve metabolic health, reduce inflammation, and even curb cravings. But after the weight is gone, many are left with an unexpected side effect: loose, sagging skin.

According to The New York Times, experts say that “firming creams and body contouring treatments are largely a pipe dream.” But at MidMo Cryo, we’re turning your dreams into reality.

For the month of October we are offering a 20% discount on any multi-session package to help that dream become a reality.

Meet Neveskin: Science-Backed Skin Tightening

MidMo Cryo proudly offers Neveskin by Artemis—a temperature-controlled massage technology that’s been clinically proven to firm and tone skin safely and effectively. In a 3-year clinical study, researchers found that Neveskin stimulates a natural healing process called neocollagenesis—the body’s way of rebuilding collagen deep within the dermis.

Why does that matter? Because collagen is the scaffolding of youthful skin.

  • 🧬 In younger skin, collagen forms a tight matrix that keeps everything lifted and smooth.
  • ⏳ As we age—or lose weight rapidly—that matrix breaks down, creating “dead space” that leads to sagging.
  • 💪 Neocollagenesis rebuilds that structure, forming a “collagen corset” that firms, tones, and rejuvenates.

Real Results, Real Confidence

The clinical study showed impressive outcomes:

  • Up to 2.5 inches reduction in abdominal circumference
  • Noticeable firming and toning after just 5–10 treatments
  • No surgery, no downtime—just safe, science-backed results

Why Collagen Is the Key

Collagen isn’t just about looking younger—it’s about restoring elasticity, strength, and resilience to your skin. Whether your sagging is due to aging or weight loss, rebuilding collagen can dramatically improve your skin’s texture and tightness.

Get In Touch

Now that you’ve done the hard work of losing weight, let us help you finish the transformation. Reach out through our Contacts/Bookings page—we’d love to show you how Neveskin can help you feel as good as you look.

September special for teachers
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Back to School Special!

Aimee

Teachers, this September, we’re celebrating YOU with 20% off all single session bookings. Whether you’re prepping for the classroom or winding down after a long day, our facials are the perfect way to refresh and recharge for the new school year.

📅 Offer valid all month long
💆‍♀️ Try our signature facials for a radiant, confident glow
🍎 Because self-care is just as important as lesson plans

Book your session today—let’s make this school year your most luminous yet!

Skin cells
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Stimulating Collagen the Safe and Natural Way

Aimee

We all know the benefits of collagen:

  • rejuvenating the skin by improving elasticity
  • providing your body with strength, structure, and support
  • replacing dead skin cells with new skin cells

So what does all this have to do with shaping sessions at MidMo Cryo?

Safe and Effective

In an earlier post, Results Are in: Neveskin Shaping Is Safe and Effective, we told you about a three-year clinical study commissioned by Artemis, the organization that brought you Neveskin. This is the remarkable cold and hot technology we use at the MidMo Cryo Spa to shape, and tone away those inches. 

The study found Neveskin to be incredibly safe and exceptionally effective. This study indicated the Shape protocol would not lead to serious adverse effects seen with other cold temperature devices. Use this link to learn more about the study: Results Are in: Neveskin Shaping Is Safe and Effective.

The study has shed new light on the mechanism behind the effectiveness of the Neveskin protocols. The Artemis Chief Medical Advisor has reviewed these findings and has formed a working clinical hypothesis: the effectiveness of Neveskin is due to a collagen building process known as neocollagenesis. 

Neo-What?!

Neocollagenesis is the stimulation of new collagen production within the layer of the skin called the dermis. This process is a natural component of the body’s wound-healing mechanism. 

Collagen is a vital protein, which is a key factor in the skin’s ability to become more elastic. It directly affects the laxity and aging of the skin.

Collagen production aids in strengthening the space between skin cells, which creates a “collagen corset” that aids in improving overall skin health, firmness, and toning. 

In younger skin, a matrix of collagen forms a “scaffolding” for the skin.

As aging occurs, collagen breaks down causing a “dead space” that loosens the skin.

Neocollagenesis is the production of collagen between the layers of skin
Neocollagenesis is the production of collagen between the layers of skin

The Effects Of Aging

As aging occurs, the breakdown of collagen causes a “dead space” between the layers of the skin.  The skin becomes looser, which leads to a saggy appearance.

Clinical evidence shows that production of new collagen starts to slow in our late 20s to early 30s. Gradually we start to lose a minimum of 1% of our collagen each year.

Once new collagen is formed, it has a lifespan of 6 years. However, this doesn’t stop the effects of time (such as reabsorption caused by age, genetic predisposition, lifestyle, etc.) and therefore ongoing collagen maintenance is recommended.

Why Is Collagen So Important? 

Collagen is a vital protein in the body and a key factor in the skin’s ability to become more elastic. It directly affects the laxity and aging of the skin. When collagen bands are strong between the skin layers, it prevents “dead space” that can lead to excess circumference or a rounder appearance.

By stimulating collagen production, our treatments safely tighten up skin, giving it a youthful appearance. You look younger without invasive and potentially harmful treatments like “fat burning.”

Contact us…

Talk to us about how we can put these benefits to work for you! Use the Contact/Booking page to get in touch…we’re looking forward to hearing from you!

Contact/Booking

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Presidents’ Day Comes to the Spa

Aimee

We know it’s unusual to advertise a spa on Presidents’ Day (we all know our nation’s founders set this day aside for mattress sales). But MidMo Cryo Spa is an exceptional spa…

We use alternating bursts of precisely controlled hot and cold applied by a certified technician. We leverage this advanced technology for smoothing, shaping, toning, and facials. And we offer soothing sessions to relieve pain and stress. 

Each session begins with 20 minutes in our luxurious massage chair—fit for a head of state.

This message is for all presidents…past and, especially, future presidents who need a break from their hard studies at Mizzou, Stephens, and all the other fine institutions around here.

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Results are in: Neveskin Shaping is Safe and Effective

Aimee

We now have very exciting results from a three-year study of the Neveskin Shape protocol.

Artemis (the company that represents Neveskin in the US) carried out clinical studies in collaboration with a leading dermatological clinical research organization. The studies looked at safety and efficacy and how the treatment works.

Safety

The safety part of the study looked at the protocol when applied as directed and when applied beyond the recommended  limits (1.5 times the directed treatment). The efficacy study confirmed the effectiveness of the protocol when applied as directed.

The clinical research organization performing the study stated the following: 

From the safety study, we conclude that both the manual and static treatment modes are safe for [clients] when administered using the standard parameters. We conclude that the device has very high safety for [clients] and is unlikely to cause any significant adverse effects when used as intended.

These findings were consistent for the standard treatment time and 1.5x treatment time (which was designed to test user error). Self-assessment by the participants showed that the treatment was very well-tolerated, with only minor negative feedback on the 1.5x dose of the static treatment. 

Effectiveness

Participants in the efficacy study received 5-10 manual and static treatments. 

Safety metrics were monitored during the study.

No cumulative negative effects were seen following repeat treatments. Skin caliper data and images show significant changes in circumference after a course of treatments. 

Significant changes were seen after later treatments, indicating that a course of treatments is required to achieve clinically significant changes in circumference and body appearance. 

The study showed a course of 5-10 treatments led to a statistically significant average reduction in circumference in the treated area: 

  • Manual: 1.9” reduction on the abdomen, 2” reduction on each thigh 
  • Static: 2.5” reduction on the abdomen, 0.9” reduction from each thigh. 

High frequency ultrasound imaging showed significant changes in the depth and density of the epidermal-dermal tissue over a course of treatments. Clinically significant firming and toning of the skin were a key benefit. 

Key Highlights

Incredibly safe – The study found that both the static and manual treatment modes are highly safe and unlikely to cause any significant adverse effects when used as intended. 

Exceptionally effective – The study found that after a course of treatments, there was clinically proven toning, tightening, and firming of the skin as well as significant circumference reduction. 

Advantage Over Other Cryo Treatments

The study indicated the Shape protocol would not lead to serious adverse events seen with other cold temperature devices. Robust clinical evidence indicates the Neveskin does NOT damage any living tissue, and is clearly not a cryosurgical device. 

No surgery, no downtime, just incredible results in under an hour. 

Neocollagenesis

The study suggests the hypothesis for the effectiveness of Neveskin is a process known as neocollagenesis. The neocollagenesis process is the stimulation of new collagen synthesis within the layer of the skin called the dermis.  To learn more, see our post, Stimulating Collagen Production with Neocollagenesis.

Collagen is a vital protein and a key factor in the skin’s ability to become more elastic. It directly affects the laxity and aging of the skin.

Watch this space for an upcoming article titled Stimulating Collagen Production with Neocollagenesis.

Learn more:

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Neveskin - The temperature controlled massage that smooths, tones, soothes, and rejuvenates
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Introduction to Soothing with Neveskin

Aimee

Using protocols developed by Dr. Kay Minniear, a chiropractor doctor, the Neveskin machine has a portfolio of options designed to address concerns ranging from minor aches, soreness, and discomfort to performance and inflammation.

Treatment times range from 15 minutes to 30 minutes and can begin immediately after an injury, or they can be started on an injury that is weeks or months old.

Protocols are targeted to the area of concern — differing for issues with your head & neck, small joints (elbows & knees), or large joints (shoulders & knees). The Soothing Protocols can help!

The best introduction to Soothing with Neveskin is to make an appointment and experience it. And we are ready to help you experience it with 25% discount for sessions booked in September.

Contact us today for more information.

These moon drop grapes taste better than tey look--and are a healthy snack to supplement your spa visits
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How I beat the grocery store dilemma

Aimee

Have you ever run to the grocery store for a gallon of milk and found yourself thinking a gallon of ice cream or your favorite cupcake would be a better reward for today’s Pickleball workout?  Welcome to my world!

I went to the store the other day and faced that dilemma. They make it so easy to find the snacks: middle aisles, end caps, checkout area. Sugary snacks everywhere you turn!  

This time, instead of heading to the bakery or the frozen dessert aisle, I marched over to the fruits and vegetables. Mind you, I haven’t gotten to the point that I consider okra to be a proper reward, but at least I avoided the heavily-sweetened aisles.

There, in the produce area, I found something called “moon drop grapes.” They are aptly named, assuming grapes grown on the moon look like dark purple table grapes that dripped down to twice their normal length. Like if Salvador Dali had painted surrealistic grapes instead of his “melting clocks.”

I’m constantly looking for ways to enhance my sessions at the spa. We often talk about the importance of exercise to make those sessions more effective—but diet is important too. This small change from sugary treats to this healthy fruit shaves off a few calories (yes, fruit has sugar, but it also has fiber, vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients), and reducing calories translates to reducing inches.

I sat my new snack on the seat beside me on the way home. The verdict: Sweet, juicy, delicious, and very satisfying! I ate half the bag on the way home and—more importantly—I didn’t miss my ice cream at all!