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5 Beauty Regimen Resolutions for Your New Year

   Skin Care  Dec 18, 2017  Comments Off on 5 Beauty Regimen Resolutions for Your New Year
5 Beauty Regimen Resolutions for Your New Year

What are your resolutions this New Year? Maybe you’ve promised to exercise more, take up yoga, read more books, eat less sugar. Or if you’re struggling to think of resolutions, we have five beauty-inspired ones for you to consider – things that will improve your skincare and beauty regimen in simple, easy ways. Read on to learn what they are!

1. Find a Foundation That Actually Matches Your Skin

There’s a pretty good chance that you’re wearing a foundation tone that doesn’t match your skin well. Whether it’s too dark, too light or simply the wrong undertones, a mismatched foundation can make even the most impressive makeup look unappealing. If you aren’t sure what color foundation you need, consider going and getting a match done at a cosmetics store. Here are a few tips for selecting the right color.

2. Add Cleansing Oil to Your Routine

Cleansing oil is all the rage right now – and while you may think that if you have acne or oily skin, cleansing oil isn’t for you, the opposite may be true. Many people who have oily skin or acne need to balance their skin’s hydration. While oil-free cleansers can strip your face of natural oils, leaving it susceptible to dryness or overactive oil glands, cleansing oils will gently clean your skin without harming it.

3. Learn to Correctly Exfoliate Your Face

Exfoliation is a great way to remove dry, excess skin from your face. However, it’s easy to overdo it or incorrectly exfoliate, leaving your skin damaged or peeling. If you have sensitive skin, opt for a natural or gentler exfoliating scrub like a sugar or coffee-based one, instead of one with harsh chemicals. Exfoliate a few times per week, not daily. If you ever feel burning or pain, stop immediately.

4. Start a Daily and Weekly Routine

One of the best ways to care for your skin is to have a regular routine that you follow every day and every week. Gently washing your face with a delicate soap should be done twice daily. Exfoliation may only need to be done once or twice per week. Don’t forget – your face isn’t the only skin that needs love! Moisturize your body after a shower, use sunscreen when going outside and exfoliate regularly.

5. Get Adequate Sleep

Finally, one of the best things you can do for your beauty regimen is to get enough sleep. Puffy eyes, dark circles, uneven pigmentation, wrinkles and other lines can all be caused or worsened by insufficient sleep. Aim for at least seven hours.

Ready to start a new year and add these resolutions to your beauty habits? We hope so! Here’s to a brighter, healthier New Year!

Looking Your Best At Holiday Parties

   Makeup  Dec 08, 2017  Comments Off on Looking Your Best At Holiday Parties
Looking Your Best At Holiday Parties

Now that the holiday season is here, it’s time to explore some beauty tips guaranteed to help you look your best. Getting together with friends, family gatherings and work related parties are in full swing this time of year, but so are the effects on your skin, lips and hair due to cold, winter winds and dry air. We’ll take a look at some great holiday makeover tips, but before we do be sure your skin, lips, teeth and hair are in the best shape possible.

Looking Your Best At Holiday Parties

Skin

It’s a great time to get rid of dead skin that is dry and flaky by exfoliation, especially on your legs, arms and elbows, as they will likely be exposed when wearing festive dresses.

Lips

Chapped lips can be a problem during winter, and if you are prone to it, begin right now to combat the effects of dry lips with natural vitamins and supplements. Be sure and load up on vitamins E, B12, A, and C, along with plenty of omega-3s. Wear a good, natural lip balm at all times.

Teeth

Make sure your teeth are vibrant and white so your smile will radiate. Begin now to use a natural whitening toothpaste.

Hair

Winter can be disastrous to your hair, leaving it brittle and dry. Applying olive oil for 15 or more minutes prior to shampooing and conditioning can do wonders and leave your hair soft and lustrous.

A Special Beauty Makeover for the Holidays

If you want to standout from the crowd at holiday gatherings this season, consider following one or more of these suggestions for a beautiful holiday makeover:

  • Gold tones make a great lip gloss during the holidays.
  • Use eye shades of golds and silvers to accentuate your eyes.
  • Try dark green shades of eyeliner to compliment the golds and silvers.
  • Don’t forget the bright red lipstick.
  • Forget the hairspray—wear your hair wavy and loose for that winter, windswept look.
  • You can’t over accessorize, especially in holiday colors of red, gold and silver.

When Professional Services are Called for

Let’s face it—there are times when you need the services of a professional licensed esthetician. Times when a facial or peel is called for. Times when there’s hair that needs removal, and times when a eyelash extensions create the perfect touch. Whether it’s a microdermabrasion, an acne treatment or a waxing, you want to entrust these services only to those who are recognized experts in the field. We also do makeup for special occasions. If you want to look particularly stunning for a holiday party, or more, schedule an appointment with us.

 

 

 

 

The Dish On Dry Brushing Your Face

   Facial  Nov 13, 2017  Comments Off on The Dish On Dry Brushing Your Face
The Dish On Dry Brushing Your Face

Dry brushing is the practice of using a very course-bristled brush to rub your face in order to exfoliate. The practice is a big beauty trend and people who do it say it creates a great complexion and reduces puffiness too. Some spas are even starting to offer the technique.

Most of us use a gritty cleanser with water to exfoliate. But does dry brushing work better and is it safe?

Is Dry Brushing Your Face Safe?

Dermatologists say that it is safe with the right brush. Bristles that you use on your face need to be much softer than a body brush. You can buy soft brushes exclusively designed for the face.

The Right Brush

Choose a brush with natural bristles if you can, but synthetic bristles are fine, too, and easier to clean. If your skin is sensitive, consider an even softer brush. It is important to wash your brush every few weeks to remove the accumulation of dead skin cells. Most brushes need to be replaced every year, or sooner with more frequent use. Sets can be purchased for $20 or less.

How To Dry Brush

Use dry brushing in moderation—two times per week at a maximum. Be careful using the technique on dry skin in winter or sunburned skin in summer. You should not use this technique if you have severe acne, rosacea or other skin disorders. Contact a licensed esthetician or dermatologist for skin care tips for when you have a skin disorder.

Done properly, your skin should be slightly pink, but never red or stinging after dry brushing. Some people like to finish with a calming toner or moisturizer.

Don’t be too harsh. Dermatologists recommend starting at the chin and using light strokes to brush upwards toward the forehead. Brushing too hard can irritate and inflame your skin.

The Benefits of Dry Brushing Your Face

Dermatologists say you might see a brighter complexion due to the exfoliating effects, but don’t expect life-altering changes to your skin. Exfoliation is indeed the main benefit. The dry bristles remove dead skin cells, and they can remove dirt from pores as well. By naturally exfoliating, you’re clearing the path for dirt to escape from the pores, so your face will likely look and feel cleaner.

Some people dry brush the face before showering to open up and better clean the pores. Also, by exfoliating, your skin is ready to receive that moisturizer or other product, and because those dead skin cells are gone, your product will simply work better and be much more effective.

There’s no scientific evidence that dry brushing helps clear the lymphatic system, although that is often a claim that is made. Since the lymph system runs right under the skin’s surface, people claim it helps with lymphatic flow and detoxification.

Dry brushing is certainly not a medical treatment, but it feels good and it can work to brighten your complexion and make skin care products work better.