Archive for the ‘Skin Care’ Category
Monday, September 26th, 2011
Don’t you just love the way your feet feel after a Kimberly Spa Pedicure? Ever wonder how you can keep them feeling great in between your pedicures? With just a couple quick and easy steps you can have soft heels that will last through the colder months to come.
Your first defense against those scratchy, cracked heels is a great foot file such as the Super Pro 3-in-1 Nickel File that you can find right here at Kimberly Spa. It has three different grades to work in all the problem areas and it’s even ergonomical! Take a minute at the very end of your shower or bath each time, when your feet have had time to soften, to scrub just a few times across the bottom of your foot in the problem areas such as the heels, ball of the foot and any callused areas. It only takes a minute or two each time and your feet will thank you.
The second line of defense is the Cucumber Heel Therapy from Creative Nail Design (also available at Kimberly Spa). I like to keep this product next to the bed and smooth a tiny bit on to the heels right before bedtime. This ensures the cream stays on your foot and not on the floor. Do this a couple times a week and you will have happy, soft feet between your pedicures!
Tags: Book Appointment, Dry Skin, Exfoliation, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Pedicure
Posted in Body Care, Hand & Foot Spa, Skin Care, Spa Packages, Uncategorized |
Wednesday, September 21st, 2011
Ever get sick of throwing out the “guts” of your pumpkin while carving them? You don’t have to anymore! Pumpkin is great for keeping your skin looking fabulous in between facial appointments here at Kimberly Spa! Pumpkin is rich in essential vitamins and nutrients necessary for healthy and radiant skin.
Pumpkin is good for all skin types, especially the ones born in the ‘baby oil era’ who now suffer from hyperpigmentation. It is rich in vitamin A (retinol), which soothes and softens your skin, and vitamin C (an antioxidant that can help to remedy damage produced by free radicals).
Pumpkin also has a high enzyme content which helps dissolve dead/dry skin, helps remove old surface skin cells and even promotes new cell production. (more…)
Tags: Acne, Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Dry, Dry Skin, Exfoliation, Facials, Moisture, New Client, Oily, Pore Minimizing, Rosacea, Sensitive, Skin Care, Sun Damage, Wrinkles
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Thursday, September 15th, 2011
Monday through Friday, 9-5…and once that afternoon stretch hits you seem to start dragging. Tired, can’t concentrate? Most people would never think of grabbing a glass of water, but this could be just what you need.
Not drinking enough water can be the problem to several of your bodily aches pains and dysfunctions. Next to air, water is the element most necessary for survival, making up 60-70% of the body. H2O assists with digestion, metabolism and joint lubrication. Lack of water intake can cause the digestive system to be less effective; increasing body fat, toxicity in the body; causing heart burn and stomach aches, poor muscle and size, and joint and muscle soreness. Digestion and metabolism cannot happen effectively without the dilution and lubrication of fluids. Kidneys remove uric acid and urea…these need to be diluted down otherwise they build up and can cause kidney stones. Dehydration may (more…)
Tags: Aches, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Dehydration, Dry Skin, Metabolism, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, Pains, Toxic
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Massage, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Wednesday, September 7th, 2011
Toxins are all around us. We naturally get toxins from the air we breathe, the food we eat, and the state of stress we are in. Unfortunately, a buildup of toxins in the body can become harmful and even increase the chances of becoming ill.
Did you know that our bodies are made up of many electrically charged cells? Sometimes these cells can become off balance due to the buildup of toxins. When those cells are out of balance they aren’t able to function correctly to keep a person healthy. Foot detox baths use the thousands of sweat glands in our feet to help take out some of those unhealthy toxins. A foot detox bath also puts safe positive and negative ions back into the body through those same glands! These ions then gradually help to bring the body back into balance. (more…)
Tags: Book Appointment, Energy, Healing Power, Ion Cleanse Detox Foot Bath, Lymph Node, Men's Spa Treatments, Negative Ions, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Pain Reduction, Positive Ions, Toxins
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Hand & Foot Spa, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Sunday, September 4th, 2011
I have a friend that said I looked really happy in this photo. I was, and I am every time I get to spend time with my horse! I think that everyone needs to get themselves outside and into nature as often as they can. However you choose to spend your outdoor time, taking care of your skin can be simple as long as you remember to ‘Prepare, Prevent & Preserve’ the health of your skin! When you dress to go outside you think about the weather, the temperature etc…right? Do the same for your skin…to help prepare for the day. If your skin is oily or acne prone make sure to wash your face as soon as you’re done sweating to help prevent those annoying breakouts. I have an easy, inexpensive way for you to be more proactive…Wet some Viva paper towels with distilled water, add 1 very small drop of your Visual Changes Skin Clearing Cleanser to each towel and place in a zippy bag. Voila! You’re ready for even the most rugged outdoor activities! Sunscreen, of course, is a must have item for your outdoor lifestyle that will help prepare, prevent and preserve your skin. Prevent new sun damage while preserving the moisture you already have. We carry Cotz SPF Sunscreen’s with SPF’s from 58-60. You can even get them with a hint of tint added to help hide any dark spots that you may already have…cool huh?! Head outside and have some fun!
Tags: Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Cotz, Dry, Dry Skin, New Client, Outdoor, Prepare, Preserve, Prevent, Skin Care, Sun Damage, Sunscreen, Visual Changes, Wrinkles
Posted in Body Care, Events, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Wednesday, August 24th, 2011
What can I say about Brazilian waxes? They can be intimidating. But I do my best to make you feel comfortable…I’m a talker! I start by cleansing the area…of course! We use hard wax here at Kimberly Spa, which is very beneficial for sensitive skin areas, NO strips involved…yikes! I start at the top outside edges of the area and work my way in and down. I have ways of helping to alleviate the discomfort… such as holding the skin tight, using pressure after every pull and maybe a cool towel if needed. For your backside, I have you lay down on your stomach (not on all fours like some places…eeek!).
The first time is always the most nerve-wracking. But don’t worry…by the second visit it’s a piece of cake! The more frequently you wax, the roots of the hair begin to diminish… making it easier for the hair to be waxed the next time. Your skin becomes smoother and less irritated. Your hair won’t grow back for 3-8 weeks, and over time, waxing actually inhibits hair growth making it less and less!!
All in all, Brazilian waxes are totally worth it! Here at Kimberly Spa, Brazilians are NOTHING like the horror stories that you’ve heard about. They are only horror stories because they didn’t to Kimberly Spa to have it done!
Tags: Book Appointment, Brazilian Wax, Discomfort, Hard Wax, Inhibits Hair Growth, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Pain, Roots, Sensitive, Smooth, Waxing
Posted in Body Care, Skin Care, Uncategorized, Waxing |
Monday, August 8th, 2011
Have you ever wondered if that thick, white, pasty lotion you use during the summer is actually doing what it says on the container? Well if you’re most people, it may not be. Protecting your skin is a tricky business and a confusing one at that, so I’ve tried to simplifiy the sunscreen/sunblock, SPF, and UVA/UVB conundrum so you can be confidant in your sunscreen.
In order to choose a correct sunscreen, you need to understand the differences between UVA and UVB rays. UVA (ultraviolet-A) are long-wave solar rays that are less likely to cause sunburn; however, they penetrate the skin more deeply and contribute the most to photo-aging. Recent studies also show that UVA increase UVB’s cancer-causing effects. UVB (ultraviolet-B) are short-wave solar rays that are more likely to sunburn; however, these rays are considered the main cause of basal and squamous cell carcinomas as well as significant cause of melanoma.
Now that you’re armed with UV information, let’s talk about the why some sun protection is called sunscreen or sunblock. (more…)
Tags: Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Broad-Spectrum Sunscreen, Moisture, New Client, Skin Care, SPF, Sun Damage, Sunblock, Sunscreen, UV Rays, UVA/UVB
Posted in Body Care, Men's Services, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Saturday, July 23rd, 2011
Discolored, streaky, and uneven… the best way to describe the results of a “spray tan”. These people are easy to pick out of a crowd. You know… the ones that are un-naturally tan with a hint of orange tint to their skin.
I remember back in high school, it was the week of prom and all of the girls just had to be as dark as they could get. I can still distinctly remember the ones who went into a spray tanning booth. The real give away was when they would wave at you… the palms of their hands were so discolored and streaky that you would question if they were dirty or not.
Ever since then I haven’t been too fond of spray tans… then I found out there was an alternative, St. Tropez Airbrush Tanning.
With St. Tropez, you get a more natural looking tan with even results. This “airbrush tan” is applied in precise amounts and it’s customizable, you can decide if you only want certain areas to be tan. Whereas with a “spray tan,” a booth will spray your whole body making your already tan areas darker and it will miss small areas here and there. (more…)
Tags: Aging, airbrush tan, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Skin Care, St. Tropez Tan, Sun Damage
Posted in Airbrush Tanning, Body Care, Skin Care |
Thursday, February 17th, 2011
Women love to shop and some guys do, too. I used to spend many precious hours of my time shopping for just the right shoes, just the right jeans, just the right spa service… for just the right price. I used to be able to rely on the friendly sales person or service provider for any extra information I needed… and maybe they had a little experience with what I was looking for too. But lately I’ve found that kind of “service” to be non-existent.
I may be over 40…okay…50, but I’m still in the loop and I’ve discovered GOOGLE! You can find almost any type of information you need on what I call “the best invention since false eyelashes”. But getting through all the wordiness (is that even a word?) typically associated with whatever it is you are trying to find “the best of” … brings me to my knees! I am finding that I spend almost just as much time searcing the web as I used to spend trekking around in my Sketcher Shape-ups… spending my hard earned dollars on gas driving from store to store!
So what’s my point? While spending thousands of hours working in the skincare/customer service industry, I’ve quizzed my clients on exactly what it is they are looking for… what results are they expecting… and giving them opinions based on those many years of experience. And boy have I had experiences!
Ok, so here it is! The looking is over! You’ve found it… I’ve created it! The perfect facial, the perfect waxing, and the perfectly relaxing professional experience… With the results you’ve only HEARD about. Wow, does it feel good knowing that every time you come to Kimberly Spa for a service, you’ll walk out completely satisfied! Now if only shopping for nude colored, platform heels was this easy!
Tags: Book Appointment, Facials, Skin Care
Posted in Skin Care |
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