Archive for the ‘Men's Services’ Category
Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
Sun damage is caused by the sun and its ultra violet rays. Approximately 80% to 85% of aging skin is caused by these rays. UVA and UVB rays speed up the process of weakening collagen and elastin fibers in the skin. UVA rays are the aging rays. They are able to penetrate as far as to the dermis of the skin. UVB rays are the burning rays. They only penetrate to the epidermis (top layer) of skin but are stronger and more damaging to the skin. It is so important to be wearing your sun protection DAILY!! This will help you slow down the process of aging and sun spots. It is impossible to stay out of the sun . Here are just a few tips to avoid too much sun exposure:
-Apply sunblock at least 30 min. before going into the sun
-Avoid peak hours of sun of sun exposure between 10-4
-Reapply sun protection every two hours especially if sweating or swimming
-Wear hats and sunglasses
-AVOID tanning beds
It may seem like a little extra work, however, taking these few simple precautions will help you’re skin to stay looking young and vibrant.
Tags: Aging, Anti-Aging, Dry Skin, Gift Certificates, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Skin Care, SPF, Sun Damage, Sunblock, Sunscreen, Timeless Repair, UVA, UVB, Wrinkles
Posted in Airbrush Tanning, Body Care, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Friday, April 27th, 2012
Hello Kimberly Spa go-ers! If you have been feeling like most Omahan’s this spring, you definitely need a boost of Vitamin C to help your immune system fight off the nasty cold and allergy bugs going around! Your body is not the only part that needs vitamin-c…Your skin does too! Kimberly Spa’s Magic C Facial is a great preventative and healing service. It gives you a huge Vitamin-C boost and it is also extremely relaxing because of the fabulous Esthetician’s that give you the extra love that other Spa’s do not!
You don’t know what Vitamin-c does for your skin? Well, here’s the scoop:
It’s not a huge secret that Vitamin C is good for the body but some people don’t know that it is also a very effective antioxidant that helps boost your skin’s defense against free-radicals. Free-radicals are unstable molecules that age the skin. The effect of too much sun, alcohol consumption, high altitudes are all major causes of free-radicals. Vitamin C strengthens the structural support and resiliency of your skin by increasing the production of collagen.
The Magic C Facial begins with your Esthetician cleansing and examining your skin. They will then put the appropriate enzyme mask on your skin under steam for about 10 minutes. Once the enzyme mask is removed with warm water, the magic begins! Your Esthetician will begin the first step to your vitamin c boost (more…)
Tags: Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Dry, Dry Skin, Dry Skin Facial, Exfoliation, Facials, Moisture, New Clients, New Spa Client, Skin Care, Sun Damage, Vitamin C, Wrinkles
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Men's Services, Skin Care, Spa Packages |
Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
Water truly is a tool for the body. It helps with hydration, organ health, headaches, hunger, and weight loss to mention just a few of its benefits. A properly hydrated body from water intake will help the kidneys function along with other organs that process the different substances that move throughout the body.
Massage Therapists recommend drinking water before a massage because it will hydrate the muscles which makes them easier to manipulate. A good example would be to think of your muscles as a sponge. A dry sponge is not all that easy to move however once it is moistened with water you are able to squish it and squeeze it as much as you like. When you drink water before a massage in a sense does the same to your muscles as it does to the sponge… making it easier for your therapist to be able to work your body. Your connective tissue/fascia is more elastic when hydrated and allows you full benefit of receiving massage.
Once your massage is over you’ll need to drink water again to rehydrate your muscles. While you receive massage, through the manipulation of the muscles (more…)
Tags: Book Appointment, Gift Certificates, Hydration, Lactic Acid, Massage, Men's Spa Treatments, Moisture, Muscles, New Client, New Spa Client
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Massage, Men's Services, Spa Packages, Uncategorized |
Monday, March 19th, 2012
I was so excited when I saw a segment on TV talking about stopping bacteria via our make-up bag! Guys…you need to listen up too! I’ve always been a big advocate for detoxing our environment, and the practice of freezing your make-up bag & dop kit is one of the most sure fire ways to help kill and stave off bacteria!
First off, make sure your make-up items are in a metal case if at all possible. Bacteria has a difficult time penetrating metal containers vs. plastic ones. Once a week, place your make-up bag or dop kit in the freezer overnight. The cold of the freezer helps to kill any existing bacteria on your make-up and shaving essentials. Make sure to leave yourself a note that reminds you to remove (more…)
Tags: Bacteria, Detox, Make-Up, Men's Spa Treatments, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Sensitive, Skin Care, Youngblood, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics
Posted in Cosmetics, Detox, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012
Everyone wants perfect eyebrows…but how do you know when they are? And how is it that Kimberly Spa does such an amazing job making even difficult brows look fantastic? Here are a few simple tips that the girls use to know what is perfect for your face.
First…find a pencil (we use a wax stick…makes sense, right?). Place the pencil on the inner crease of your nose and hold it straight up to the brow. Any hair between where your pencil lands on either side should be waxed. To determine proper length…place your pencil on the outer side of your nose and angle it towards the outer edge of your eye. Following the line up, your brow should stop where the pencil lands. The arch of the brow is determined by locating the outside of the iris. To complete the look…brows are trimmed to create a fuller, well groomed look.
Who knew there were so many details for a “simple” eyebrow wax? We did! That’s why…when you come to Kimberly Spa, you leave with Designer Brows…they were ‘designed’ specifically for your face!
Tags: Book Appointment, Brow, Brow Wax, Designer Brow Wax, Eyebrow Wax, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Perfect Eyebrows
Posted in Body Care, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized, Waxing |
Monday, November 7th, 2011
Keeping up your ‘girlish’ figure sure can be hard, especially when the foods you thought were healthy really aren’t!
Some foods sound healthy, but can actually have the opposite effect on the body. Dried fruits, for example, sound like an easy healthy snack, but because they are dehydrated they are much more dense and 5-8 times the calories as fresh fruit, not to mention all the added sugars! Loaded with good for you nuts and oats, granola fools many people. With all of the added oil needed to make it crisp, and tons of sugar to make it taste good…one bowl can have up to 500 calories! Don’t let wraps fool you. When spread out some wraps can be almost a foot across and have up to 300 calories, not to mention that with the surface area being so much larger than 2 slices of bread you tend to spread on more dressing and mayo than a normal sandwich. (more…)
Tags: Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Caffeine, Energy, Green Tea, Healthy Eating, Lipolysis, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Probiotics
Posted in Body Care, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Monday, October 24th, 2011
With the cold and flu season upon us, we will all come in contact with some sort of virus. Ear candling is a way to help relieve sinus pressure, ear infections, sinusitis, headaches, and post nasal drip.
Ear candling is performed with the client lying on his or her side. A long hollow candle is inserted into the ear and then lit. The smoke of the candle is pulled down into the ear causing the ear to warm up and loosen the wax and other debris inside the eardrum. As the ear warms up, the candle will cause suction which creates a vacuum in the ear canal…that is how the toxins are removed from the inner ear and sinus canal. After the candle has burned the appropriate amount of time, it is removed from the ear. When you look inside the hollow candle…you can actually see the wax and toxins that were removed from your ear!
Ear Candling isn’t a treatment meant only for cold weather, best results are when it it’s performed every three months. It is quick, and painless…so why not call today to make your appointment!
Tags: Book Appointment, Ear Candling, Ear Wax, Headache, Men's Spa Treatments, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Sinus Pressure, Toxic, Toxins, Wax Buildup
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Hand & Foot Spa, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Tuesday, October 18th, 2011
If your skin is dull and lifeless…microdermabrasion may be the answer, and it is my favorite service!
Fall is an awesome time to concentrate on reversing any damage that has been done during those harsh summer days. Or maybe you have acne scars that you are self-conscious about…microdermabrasion is a non-invasive treatment that exfoliates the dermis (outer layer of skin) and gets rid of those pesky dead skin cells. Your skin becomes smooth, has more of an even texture, and there is NO down time…and that is after just ONE treatment! Just imagine how fresh, smooth, and luminous your skin will look after the recommended 4-8 weekly treatments!
One of my favorite things about micro’s (for short) is that it stimulates collagen, which is responsible for keeping the skin hydrated and helps prevent fine lines & wrinkles. It also helps to increase cell turnover aiding in the removal of blackheads & acne scarring.
Microdermabrasion is (in my humble opinion) one of the BEST things you can do for your skin without using lasers or botox…or, needless to say, ”going under the knife”!
Tags: Acne, Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Dry Skin, Exfoliation, Microdermabrasion, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Scar Tissue, Sun Damage, Wrinkles
Posted in Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Tuesday, October 11th, 2011
Maybe you should try it! Whether you are looking for hair removal, acne treatments, rejuvenation, anti-aging or just plain old stress reduction, at Kimberly Spa we take pride in addressing your individual concerns.
My own father was very reluctant to get spa treatments when I became an esthetician 15 years ago. He is an “old-school” kind of guy…raised in an era when men never got these types of treatments. At first, I had to talk him in to it…but now he is not only comfortable getting treatments, he actually looks forward to them! He leaves feeling refreshed, with unclogged pores and with younger, healthier looking skin.
A first-time male client (age 50+) who had never been into a spa before describes his experience…”I had a good feeling as soon as I walked in to Kimberly Spa. It was luxurious, and comfortable…while still being clinically professional. They earned my trust.”
Ladies, if you have a boyfriend, brother, father, spouse or just a good male friend who is curious about what a “spa experience” is all about…share our “Look Good~Feel Good” secret and send them to Kimberly Spa! They will love it just as much as you do, and it will be an experience they’ll never forget!
Tags: Acne, Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Dry Skin, Dry Skin Facial, Facials, Gift, Gift Certificates, Men's Spa Treatments, New Clients, New Spa Client, Pore Minimizing, Skin Care, Waxing, Wrinkles
Posted in Body Care, Hand & Foot Spa, Massage, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized, Waxing |
Wednesday, October 5th, 2011
I’ve known for a while now that I wanted to blog about the ill effects of leg crossing. I’d heard that crossing your legs can cause varicose veins along with hip and lower back problems and poor circulation.
Crossing your legs does in fact impede circulation. It puts uneven pressure on your lower back, specifically your sacrum. So why do we do it? 72% of women surveyed (Yahoo Answers) say they cross their legs out of habit. Others do it because it is more comfortable and some were taught that it is polite. Like all bad habits, it takes recognizing the habit before you can break it.
I propose a solution to breaking this potentially painful habit. (more…)
Tags: Book Appointment, Massage, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Poor Circulation, Varicose Veins
Posted in Body Care, Massage, Men's Services, Uncategorized |
Sun damage is caused by the sun and its ultra violet rays. Approximately 80% to 85% of aging skin is caused by these rays. UVA and UVB rays speed up the process of weakening collagen and elastin fibers in the skin. UVA rays are the aging rays. They are able to penetrate as far as to the dermis of the skin. UVB rays are the burning rays. They only penetrate to the epidermis (top layer) of skin but are stronger and more damaging to the skin. It is so important to be wearing your sun protection DAILY!! This will help you slow down the process of aging and sun spots. It is impossible to stay out of the sun . Here are just a few tips to avoid too much sun exposure:
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