by lissa | Jul 29, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
If you have dry skin, we’re betting you’re a bit nervous about exfoliating. It’s no wonder. Dry skin does not exfoliate well, which causes it to look flaky, chalky, and just plain dull.
The skin’s “glue” is sebum, or oil, and dry skin definitely doesn’t produce much of it. What little is produced tends to solidify and stick to the skin’s surface longer than it should.
The result is literally patches of glued on skin cells, which you see as dry skin patches. If you do not exfoliate, you’ll find that the surface of your skin hardens and cracks. Over time, these cracks penetrate further into the layers of your skin causing permanent scarring.
If you do exfoliate, the tendency is to do so aggressively with a rough granular scrub to force the removal of dry flakes.
If you’ve ever tried this, you know it doesn’t work. Aggressive home exfoliation only inflames your skin and you still have dry flakes! Instead, choose a gentle exfoliator which has micro beads that also hydrate your skin.
Dry skin is not a condition to be taken lightly! Beneficial and highly effective skincare is the answer! Talk to us about a skincare regimen that works with you to relieve dry skin and make you look instantly younger!
And if you’re looking for even deeper relief with huge anti-aging benefits, consider glycolic acid peels. They, too, work wonders for dry skin.
Source: www.30glycolic.com
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by lissa | Jul 18, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
How To Be Free Of Ingrown Hair Forever
They hurt. And they can get inflamed and infected. We’re talking, of course, about nasty ingrown hairs that make your life miserable.
If you suffer from ingrown hair, you most likely have hair shafts that are curved. That makes it tough to shave, wax, or pluck. Want an excellent solution to a very pesky problem?
Just get rid of them FOREVER!
With electrolysis, both the hair and the hair follicle are permanently destroyed because the root is killed. You’ll never have to deal with such a pesky problem ever again.
And if you’re thinking, “But I’ve heard electrolysis is painful,” you should know that modern day electrolysis has come a long way. In most cases, you will feel only a tingling. But for those that do feel discomfort we can add a topical anesthetic crème.
In a few short sessions, you can enjoy smooth skin without the constant hassle of painful ingrown hair.
Can you live with that?
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by lissa | Jul 8, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
Tips For Cleansing
Acne Prone Skin
1. Wash Daily. Wash your face twice a day, but avoid soaps. Soaps can eradicate your skin’s protective barrier. Many of them have a pH higher than your skin, which can negatively alter your skin chemistry. Chemicals in some soaps can be very harsh and irritate your face. Instead, it’s best to use a gentle facial wash to clean your skin.
2. Do Not Scrub. Scrubbing is bad for acne-prone skin as it can cause existing ruptures to get even more inflamed. Avoid gritty exfoliant facial washes as well as cleansing tools like scratchy loofahs or scrubbers. Instead, massage in your gentle facial cleanser with your fingertips using lukewarm water. When you’re finished, rinse, then pat — don’t rub — your skin dry.
3. Try a Cleanser Containing Salicylic Acid. Salicylic acid, which is derived from plants, is one of the most effective anti-acne chemicals on the market. It works by entering follicles where it encourages the shedding of dead — and potentially pore-clogging — skin cells. It also helps shrink blackheads and whiteheads.
4. Consider a Cleanser with Benzoyl Peroxide. Just like salicylic acid, benzoyl peroxide works by breaking up dead skin cells that can clog pores. It has the added benefit of killing the bacteria that help contribute to acne. Benzoyl peroxide is the active ingredient in acne-fighting preparations, but it can take a while to be effective, so give it a good four to six weeks to kick in.
5. Don’t Dry Out Your Skin. Many acne preparations have a significant drying effect on the skin. This might seem like a good thing, but overdrying can make things matter worse — oil production might go into overdrive. To avoid this, keep skin moisturized. It’s important to use products that are oil-free or marked “nonacnegenic” or “noncomedogenic,” meaning they won’t wedge roadblocks of gunk in your pores. If you’re treating a breakout with topical acne medication, be sure to apply the moisturizer after the medicine.
Source: howstuffworks.com
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by lissa | Jun 30, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
When The Baby’s Fussy And You Are, Too
The baby’s been fussy…sleep is a precious commodity…and you’re tired.
Welcoming a new baby is a joyful and trying time. Both of you are adjusting to a new life and to each other! You’re also trying to get used to your body, one that feels weak and sore.
As certified pregnancy massage therapists, we love motherhood so much we took advanced training beyond the national massage certification to give you the most qualified and compassionate care possible.
That’s why we recommend post-natal massage. It helps ease the stresses that come from a new mother’s rapid transition from pregnancy to post-birth.
Post-natal massage improves circulation throughout your body, reducing post-partum swelling. And that aching back? It alleviates tension that comes from the body adjusting to a new set of daily tasks such as bending, lifting, and carrying a baby.
Post-natal massage also calms hormones, helps you regain lost energy, return the uterus to its original size, and help your body to return to its pre-pregnancy condition.
Massage helps to replace exhaustion with deep relaxation. Mother Nature’s helping hand also assists you with losing weight by giving new tone to your muscles, reducing cellulite, and alleviating neck and shoulder pain.
We can’t help with the middle of the night feedings, but we can certainly help you recuperate from childbirth and ease into motherhood with post-natal massage.
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by lissa | Jun 15, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
Your skin is the largest organ of your body, and boy, does it take a lot of abuse! For some reason, people give their skin super powers, believing it can handle as much as they dish out.
That’s why we’re listing the top 4 fake super powers that actually wreck your skin…and drive us crazy.
Here goes:
The Tanning Bed – No, they are not safer than the sun’s rays; nothing could be further from the truth. With concentrated bursts of ultraviolet A and B, both of which cause skin to age, your risk of melanoma skin cancer triples! The obvious solution is to AVOID THEM!
Smoking – This addiction literally sucks the oxygen right out of your blood. Smoking does what the sun does, but from the inside out! It also yellows your skin causing it to become weak, tired and listless looking. Please stop!
Scrubbing Your Skin – Yes, washing your skin is great; scrubbing it like a scouring pad isn’t! It’s very irritating to your skin and can actually worsen acne. Be gentle and get the same results without the irritation.
Using The Wrong Facial Cleanser – Washing your face with deodorant soap or body wash completely wrecks the pH balance of your skin. It can actually make you look older, and your skin dull and lifeless. Use a facial cleanser created for the unique needs of your skin!
So were you surprised by any of our revelations? If you’ve been giving your skin super powers, we beg you to cease and desist. Get help now!
And that’s what we do best. It’s never too late to have happy, younger skin.
source: www.webmd.com
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by lissa | Jun 3, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
Excuse #1: “I Don’t Have Time To Do All Of That!”
We get it.
Most of us have incredibly busy lives. But what concerns us is the message behind the belief that taking care of your skin is like preparing for an exam, time-consuming and exhausting.
If taking care of your skin were that intensive nobody would do it!
So the question we have for that excuse is, “What exactly is all that?
We tailor your skin care routine with your lifestyle! For some women, a cleanser, exfoliant and moisturizer are what they will commit to. We never try to sell you anything you don’t want because you’re not going to use it.
That’s why we rely on you to rate your commitment to skincare. If it’s entry level, meaning, a cleanser, exfoliant, and moisturizer, then GREAT. We heartily applaud you!
Once you apply the products, you’ll immediately see and feel the difference. Why would you ever want to go back to something that didn’t work? The bottom line is this. We work with you.
We simply don’t have time for anything else!
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by lissa | May 25, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
Why Risk It?
We’re sure she didn’t mean to get that lobster look. She was probably having fun and forgot to re-apply.
Oh dear…she’s going to pay for that mistake for years to come. We love the sun, too, but let’s face it. Too much of a sun thing is dangerous.
Why risk it? Get your spray tan with us today. You won’t have to worry about nasty chemicals that make your skin look weathered and old (a lot like the sun!).
St Tropez is an all natural spray tan that actually gives you a healthy even tan without the misery of a Mr. Crispy look.
And you never have to worry about your tan turning orange. That was so 1972. We guarantee it!
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by lissa | May 12, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
Have you noticed those little lines on your lower cheek when you look in the mirror?
They are called Accordion Lines.
They are static wrinkles that are present on the outer sides of your mouth even when you’re not smiling.
As we age, facial changes occur. And unfortunately, wrinkles appear over time. These “not so charming” dimples on this part of the face are the result of repeated muscle movements that form our facial expressions, especially when we smile.
Furthermore, when there is a decrease in naturally occurring sugars and fat in the same area, it results to a loss of volume, making the lines more visible.
Gravity, sun damage and other environmental and genetic factors can also play a part.
Restoring the naturally occurring sugars that help create volume under the skin can diminish the appearance of these pesky accordion lines.
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by lissa | May 5, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
How To Get The Big Lash Look
Without Lash Extensions
Want that big lash look without the time and expense of lash extensions?
Then say hello to the go-to alternative that doesn’t require lots of special care or frequent appointments for touch ups.
LVL, which stands for length, volume and lift, is the latest technology in eyelash treatments that is virtually damage free. Light years ahead of lash perming LVL doesn’t curl your lashes. Instead, it creates a wide-eyed younger look and makes your eye color pop!
Here’s how.
Using an innovative new silicone shield, the system lifts the lashes away from the roots. The result is longer looking lashes and wide sparkly eyes. Your lashes appear longer, more voluptuous and ultimately, more glamorous, which makes LVL perfect for weddings.
We love it because the look is natural and makes the most of what you have without lash extensions.
There is:
• NO adhesive
• NO extensions
• NO mascara (unless you want to add it)
We can also tint your lashes during your session for even more everyday convenience, if you like. Your first appointment takes about an hour with follow up sessions lasting between 30-45 minutes. The treatment lasts an incredible 2-3 months, depending on the quality of your lashes.
LVL Eyelash Conditioning Serum is the only maintenance you’ll need. It nourishes lashes by locking in moisture to keep them healthy. It’s also a great primer if you decide to use mascara.
Whatever the occasion or no occasion at all, get longer looking, sultry lashes without the expense and time commitment of lash extensions. Call for your appointment today!
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by lissa | Apr 29, 2016 | Beauty Salon Great Missenden
Yes, we know. Sometimes clients grumble about the price of our skincare line. And we get it. We know you spend more for our line than what you get in a drugstore.
But have you ever considered why? We can tell you in two words: active ingredients. The more active ingredients a skincare product has, the more powerful it is.
For example, vitamin C is an active ingredient. It has been widely studied and its benefits are proven.
But just because it’s listed as an ingredient in an over-the-counter skincare line does not mean it’s active. This potent antioxidant has to be handled and packaged carefully or the benefits are vastly degraded.
Over-the-counter skincare products do not cite studies or tout how the vitamin C is packaged because the law doesn’t require it. However, you’ll notice that our skincare is backed up by science.
We have brochures that demonstrate through documented studies as well as before and after pictures just what our products will do for your skin.
Lastly, you never BUY skincare from us. You INVEST. That difference shows clearly on your skin.
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