Posts Tagged ‘Sun Damage’
Monday, November 21st, 2011
Who hasn’t’ heard the commercials from tanning salons especially this time of year? “Get your vitamin D here” or “tanning reduces your risk of breast cancer”. As we enter into the colder, cloudier months, let’s break down some Fact vs. Fiction about your daily dose of Vitamin D.
#1 – “It’s so gloomy and overcast through the winter I have to go to the tanning bed to get enough Vitamin D.” – Fiction
The Fact Is: Vitamin D is synthesized by skin through UVB exposure, which anyone who has ever gotten a sun burn on a cloudy day can tell you that UVB rays penetrate through clouds. Another way to get Vitamin D is through diet. Foods such as Salmon, Shiitake mushrooms, and fortified cereals are loaded with Vitamin D. A great multivitamin or calcium supplement does the trick as well. (more…)
Tags: Air Brush Tan, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Sun Damage, Tanning, Vitamin D
Posted in Body Care, 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 |
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 |
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 |
Friday, September 10th, 2010
These days we are bombarded with information from TV, radio, billboards, print and the internet. This can get quite confusing when you know you want to improve your skin but don’t
know who to trust and how to communicate your concerns. Hopefully we can help with a little technical jargon of some common skin conditions to get you asking the right questions. Knowledge is key in gaining results!
Hyperpigmentation- Darkening of the skin in areas due to sun exposure, a wound, inflammation, acne or injury. Hyperpigmentation can be temporary or permanent. Also known as sun spots, age spots, liver spots, or larger areas of hyperpigmentation can occur during pregnancy, known as melasma. Common Treatments: Skin lightening serum or cream like Visual Changes Lightening Serum daily and facial treatments like chemical peels, microdermabrasion and Photo Rejuvenation based on your esthetician’s advice.
Broken Capillaries- Small red or pink threads under the skin’s surface commonly found on the cheeks or nose area. These occur when capillary walls narrow and (more…)
Tags: Acne, age spots, Aging, Anti-Aging, blackheads, Book Appointment, Bridal Package, capillaries, chemical peel, darkening of the skin, Dry, Dry Skin, Dry Skin Facial, dull skin, enzymes, esthetician, Exfoliation, facial treatments, Facials, Gift, Gift Certificates, home care, inflammation, Jessner Peel, liver spots, melasma, Men's Spa Treatments, Micro Photo Facelift, Microdermabrasion, Moisture, New Client, New Clients, New Spa Client, Oily, Paraben-Free, Pevonia Botanica, pimples, Pore Minimizing, pores, Rosacea, Scar Tissue, sebum, Sensitive, Skin Care, skin care regimen, skin conditions, skin congestion, Sun Damage, sun spots, Teen, Ultrasonic Facial, Visual Changes, whiteheads, Wrinkles
Posted in Skin Care |
Thursday, August 12th, 2010
“Summer really jacks with my skin! I stay out of the sun as much as possible…wear a hat… use a high SPF Sunscreen… I’m always searching for shade! My skin feels really rough and dry… I mean really sandpaper-like. And I always feel like my nose is so red and is ready to explode off my face! I’ve tried to cover it with make-up but it just isn’t working. I need help!”
This is a scenario I put together from the many different clients that have come to me with this typical summer skin problem. The answer is skin treatments and nutrition. I’ve done a lot of research pertaining to irritated skin and I can tell you with great certainty that the Pevonia RS2 Facial Treatment will calm down, sooth and cool off your hot, swollen, aching, acne skin. I’ve seen it a hundred times! This treatment really excites me because you can see the difference in just one treatment. So imagine what regular treatments every 2 to 3 weeks could do!
We’ll make sure you’re facial bed is comfortable, the music is soothing and you’ll realize that this treatment isn’t about putting “stuff” on your skin. Your (more…)
Tags: Acne, Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Bridal Package, Dry Skin, Dry Skin Facial, Exfoliation, Facials, Gift, Gift Certificates, Men's Spa Treatments, Moisture, Oily, Pevonia Botanica, Pore Minimizing, Rosacea, Sensitive, Skin Care, Sun Damage, Wrinkles
Posted in Men's Services, Skin Care |
Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
As a kid, our loving parents doled out the fruity flavored chewable vitamins before breakfast or bedtime, and we gladly chomped away at them as more of a treat than a chore. Things are not as easy these days.
Most of us don’t have a handy assistant ready to give us our daily intake of vitamins, and prepare our well-balanced meals for the day. It’s easy to forget about putting proper nutrition and vitamins in our bodies to fuel us for our busy lives, and treat our bodies well.
Good nutrition is key in having healthy and glowing skin. If you want a beautiful garden, you fertilize the soil to make it rich and ready to grow big beautiful plants. Well, your skin is the plant and vitamins are the fertilizer! We are all really good at applying our anti-aging creams and getting our facials every month, but we forget about what goes in must come out.
Pevonia Botanica has really addressed this with their Pevo-Vital drink mixes that are full of complexion boosting anti-oxidants. They remind us of taking the fruity vitamins as a kid, only they are perfect for on the go moms, dads, professionals, and hectic men and women. You simply add the powder pouch to your water bottle, shake and enjoy! Yum!
Some vitamins are effective for skin both internally and externally. Vitamin A can help fight wrinkles and even acne when it is applied externally to (more…)
Tags: Acne, Aging, Anti-Aging, Book Appointment, Dry Skin, Exfoliation, Facials, Men's Spa Treatments, Micro Photo Facelift, Microdermabrasion, Moisture, Pevonia Botanica, Pore Minimizing, Rosacea, Skin Care, Sun Damage, Visual Changes, Vitamins, Wrinkles
Posted in Men's Services, Skin Care |
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