Posts Tagged ‘Anti-Aging’
Friday, January 13th, 2012
Color is everywhere; It’s in the iris of your eyes, the hair on your head, the paint on the wall, and of course in your food. Nobody says it better than Skittles with their slogan “Taste the Rainbow”. Some may think they are only referring to their brightly colored candies, but maybe they had something else in mind! Color plays a large part of an every day life, but did you ever think about the impact those colors actually have on you? In this series of ‘color’ blogs, you’ll learn about all the colors of the rainbow…plus a few extras!
As everyone knows, the first color of the rainbow is red. Red is the brightest color with the longest (more…)
Tags: Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Facials, Healing, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Photo Rejuvenation, Photo Rejuvenation Facial, Skin Care
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Saturday, January 7th, 2012
Ingrown Hairs…We all get them! But, we can also all prevent them!
An ingrown hair is when a hair grows sideways or curls back into the skin. If the pore the hair grows in is clogged or blocked the hair is forced to grow irregularly. They are most common in areas we shave or wax, and in people with curly hair. Some symptoms of an ingrown hair are itching skin, red bumps, small pus filled papules, and sometimes even a rash. Ingrown hairs can sometimes cause discomfort and can even lead to infections or scaring. If you see an ingrown hair, you can use a warm wash cloth on the area and tweeze it out. This may cause a slight discomfort, but you want the ingrown hair out so it won’t lead to infections.
None of us want any of these symptoms, so you may ask…How do we prevent these awful ingrown hairs? (more…)
Tags: Anti-Aging, Body Facials, Book Appointment, Dry, Dry Skin, Exfoliation, Ingrown Hair, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Skin Care
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Massage, Skin Care, Spa Packages, Uncategorized, Waxing |
Thursday, December 29th, 2011
Ever feel like you are using a BOTTLE of moisturizer a day to help your dry skin? Do you hate unsightly cellulite? Then our Parafango Full Body Wrap is a great way to help tighten, tone and moisturize your skin! (It’s also a great excuse to relax!)
Parafango is a mixture of ‘Fango Mud’ and Paraffin. Fango Mud is from the sea and contains dehydrated ‘mud’. This mud contains healing ingredients, such as minerals & converted plant parts. Some of the benefits of the Parafango Mud alone are: (more…)
Tags: Anti-Aging, Body Facials, Book Appointment, Bridal Package, Detoxification, Dry, Dry Skin, Exfoliation, Fango Mud, Full Body Wrap, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Parafango Body Wrap, Reduce Cellulite
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Events, Skin Care, Spa Packages, Uncategorized |
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 31st, 2011
Are you going trick-or-treating this year? Maybe taking the kids trick-or-treating? Or perhaps just buying bags of candy for all the trick-or-treaters? You know you’re going to give in a little and have some of the candy you bought or earned walking with the kids to all the houses. If you are going to give in a little try giving in to something that’s going to help your skin… chocolate! That’s right, I said help, not hurt. The myths that chocolate causes breakouts are just that…myths! In fact chocolate, in moderation, has large powerful antioxidants in the cocoa (the main ingredient in chocolate). Cocoa is derived from cocoa beans. It contains 10,000mg of antioxidants per 100 g of cocoa. The antioxidant properties in cocoa can help prevent free radicals from damaging the elastin and collagen in the skin preventing wrinkles and discoloration.
Take into consideration the darker the chocolate the better. Dark chocolate also contains vitamins D and E which are great for your skin and body. In a study woman who took a ½ cup of cocoa with 329 milligrams of antioxidants a day for 12 weeks saw: (more…)
Tags: Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Dry, Dry Skin, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Oily, Rosacea, Skin Care, Sun Damage, Wrinkles
Posted in 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, 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 |
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 |
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