Posts Tagged ‘Book Appointment’
Monday, May 14th, 2012
Cleaning your make-up brushes is so important. Making sure to clean them each week will help prevent the spread of bacteria…thereby keeping your skin healthier!
I love Youngblood Make-Up Brush Cleaner. It does a fantastic job without leaving a sticky residue on my brushes…and that’s also what we use here at the spa! To clean your brushes:
*Apply the brush cleaner to a clean towel (not the brush itself). Rub the brush, gently, in a circular motion. Although you may see a few bristles on the towel don’t worry…just continue until you don’t see any more make-up transferring to the towel.
When you want to do a thorough cleaning of your brushes, use an Ultra Gentle Cleanser (NO Salicylic Wash or Acids…those will break down the bristles of your brush) and water. Just a pea sized amount of cleanser will do the trick. Use a clean towel just as mentioned before and rub brush in a circular motion until make-up is gone. Rinse with clear water and squeeze out excess.
After cleaning brushes make sure to air-dry them at an angle. This prevents any remaining water from running down into the base of the brush, which can break down the bonding in the handle.
Following these simple steps just once a week will keep your brushes in tip-top shape, and your skin will thank you for it!
Tags: Acne, Book Appointment, Gift Certificates, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Skin Care, Youngblood, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics
Posted in Body Care, Cosmetics, 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 |
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 |
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 |
Saturday, December 10th, 2011
Every winter my skin goes through the same cycle…the dreaded “Alligator Cycle”. The skin on my body gets so scaly that it looks and feels like alligator skin! Instead of shrugging my shoulders and just letting it go…I channel my inner Steve Irwin and TACKLE the alligator!
My favorite way to do it is with a Total Body Exfoliation…I just LOVE it! It sluffs off the old, dead skin cells and hydrates my skin at the same time. Plus, regular skin exfoliations speed up the skin renewal process allowing healthier skin cells to take their place. It is a great way to relieve stress, and encourages natural blood flow.
Salt scrubs are perfect for rough, coarse skin that needs a little extra love. Sugar scrubs are best for sensitive skin. Try adding a little aromatherapy oil to your scrub… (more…)
Tags: Aromatherapy, Body Facials, Book Appointment, Dry, Dry Skin, Exfoliation, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Salt Scrub, Skin Care, Sugar Scrub
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Thursday, December 1st, 2011
As adults we take great care in keeping children safe from harsh winter elements. Do we take the same care for ourselves? For most of us…probably not. We have many people that depend on us to be fully functioning, especially during cold and flu season. Most of us “know” how to bundle up, but here are a few suggestions that may make bundling up almost enjoyable!
One important choice in gearing up for winter is snow boots. I know, I know…they are cumbersome and messy, but necessary. Once trick I have learned over the years is to keep a pair of neutral colored shoes at work…that way I can head out the door in my boots and not worry about grabbing another pair of shoes to change in to. Hats and gloves are also important when gearing up for winter. 90% of our body heat escapes through our head and extremities. Keeping our head, feet, and hands covered is crucial. These items will allow your body to retain that ‘lost’ heat. Your body won’t have to work as hard to keep you warm. I have also found that in harsh weather, messy hair is acceptable…so long as it is due to “hat head”.
My favorite winter accessory… (more…)
Tags: Book Appointment, Bundle Up, Gift Certificates, Lymph Nodes, Massage, Men's Spa Treatments, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Reflexology, Relax, Stay Warm
Posted in Body Care, Hand & Foot Spa, Massage, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
Monday, November 14th, 2011
Feeling stressed?
The holiday season is creeping up on us quick! This time of the year can cause a lot of stress.
While everyone knows that stress can take a toll on a person physically and psychologically, it also can lead to other problems, such as acne, brittle nails or even hair loss. When you become stressed, your cortisol level rises. This in turn causes an increase in oil production, which can lead to oily skin, acne and other related skin problems. Professionals have also found that stress has a negative effect on the barrier function of the skin, resulting in water loss that inhibits the skin’s ability to repair itself after an injury. Scientist’s and Doctor’s have said that skin rejuvenation procedures such as Facials, Pedicures, Massages, (more…)
Tags: Acne, Book Appointment, Dry, Dry Skin, Dry Skin Facial, Exfoliation, Facials, Massage, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Oily, Skin Care, Stressed
Posted in Body Care, Detox, Hand & Foot Spa, Massage, Skin Care, Uncategorized |
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