Posts Tagged ‘Skin Care’
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
Friday, October 21st, 2011
Change can be such a scary word for some, but to me it’s FUN!!!! Nothing stokes my fire more than a positive change! Okay, so I’m getting ready to have another birthday…52 years to be exact, and I’m always looking for a way to change. Maybe it’s time to spice up YOUR life and change something about YOURself!
I’ll never forget the day I discovered eye shadow. I was 13 years old attending 7th grade at my Jr. High school. Yes!! I had graduated from the Little Leagues to, what I considered at the time, “The BIG leagues!”
Just a few weeks before I started 7th grade, I went to a garage sale in one of my friends’ neighborhoods. The lady holding the sale was a cosmetologist. She had “used” make-up for sale and I found a brown eye shadow that I thought was so crazy dark that I decided to buy it for 5 cents!
It really wasn’t until about the 2nd week of school that I got brave and decided to wear it. I would always show up for school early so I could sit on the steps leading to the front door of the school and chat “with the people”. That day, (more…)
Tags: Dry Skin Facial, Facials, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Skin Care, Visual Changes, Youngblood, Youngblood Mineral Cosmetics
Posted in Body Care, Cosmetics, 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 |
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 |
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 |
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