Lara Penney Esty & LMT

03/27/2026

Did you know at Massage 119 we offer a 1st time visit discount on Massage Therapy Services!!? https://booking.mangomint.com/708933

03/22/2026

This week is booking up at Massage 119 and Wellness! Don’t miss out on our Mental Relaxation promotion this month, free with any massage! ☘️🍀

Massage 119 & Wellness, your home for massage, red light therapy, waxing, facials, laches and more. Come check us out!

03/21/2026

Just a few openings left next week!

03/20/2026

✨ Meet our team! ✨
At our spa, we turn your relaxation dreams into glowing reality. 💆‍♀️✨

Hey there! My name is Lara Penney.
With over 20 years of experience as a licensed esthetician and 7 years as a massage therapist, I’m passionate about helping clients look and feel their very best. I’m also a licensed instructor in both cosmetology and massage therapy, and I had the honor of teaching esthetics for 7 years at the prestigious Aveda Institute in Birmingham.
I truly love delivering spa services and can’t imagine doing anything else. My specialties include advanced anti-aging skincare treatments as well as relaxation and deep tissue massage therapy.

Give me a call or book online!!
205-624-3388
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03/20/2026

Scientists figured out how to *double* brain waste clearance just by massaging the skin.

The discovery may be the future of Alzheimer's prevention.

Scientists have discovered a non-invasive way to enhance the brain’s natural waste-clearing system, which could open new doors for treating neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s.

Researchers at the Institute for Basic Science (IBS) demonstrated in mice that gently stimulating lymphatic vessels beneath the skin of the face and neck significantly boosts cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) flow—a critical mechanism for flushing out harmful substances from the brain. Using a specially designed mechanical stimulator, the team was able to double CSF outflow and restore drainage levels in aged mice, without drugs or surgery.

This breakthrough offers a potential new approach for safely improving brain health in aging populations.

The researchers also identified previously unknown drainage routes from the brain to superficial lymph nodes through facial lymphatics—routes that remain functional even in older animals. These findings complete the anatomical map of CSF outflow and suggest the feasibility of wearable or clinical devices to enhance brain waste clearance. While more research is needed to determine its long-term effects and application in human patients, the team is optimistic that this gentle mechanical approach could be developed into a therapeutic tool to prevent or slow neurodegenerative disease progression.

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Nature. Increased CSF drainage by non-invasive manipulation of cervical lymphatics, June 4, 2025

03/19/2026

Have you been to the spa this month? At Massage 119 we’re still offering our Mental Relaxation add on FREE with any massage service. 😊

03/03/2026

Massage 119 & Wellness, your home for massage, red light therapy, waxing, facials, laches and more. Come check us out!

02/07/2026

01/31/2026

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Update on Our Booking System
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Good afternoon,

Due to some unforeseen circumstances, we have made the decision to transition back to Mangomint as our primary booking software.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience this change may cause and truly appreciate your patience and understanding during this process. Your continued support means a great deal to us, and we remain committed to providing you with the exceptional spa experience you deserve.
If you have any questions about the transition or need assistance with booking, please don’t hesitate to reach out—our team is here to help. When you book online it will now take you directly to Mangomint to book your service / services!
Now couples massages can be booked online! 😃 Thank you again for choosing us!

01/17/2026

Shelby Living's Best of the Best contest is back for another year. Nominate your favorites in the nomination round before voting for them in the voting round.

12/15/2025

It may be cold outside but it’s nice and cozy at Massage 119! Lara has a few openings Tues, Wed, Thurs, & Fri! ❄️

12/09/2025

Lara has a few openings left this week!🤩
Wednesday @ 10:00 & 12:30
Thursday @ 11:30 & 1:45
Friday @ 11:00 & 1:00