Whether you live on the East Coast, West Coast or somewhere in between - this is the time of year we start getting ready for the holidays. The most noticable difference is the weather and our schedules.
Here are a few quick fixes your skin will love you for...
Face:
Try cleansing with a foam cleanser (these usually give your skin a squeaky clean feel), apply a toner (love Epicuren Protein Mister and Bio Elements Equalizer), then follow with a thicker moisturizer to balance the change in climate. If only applying once a day, choose the evening (this is when your skin rests and regenerates - just like our bodies). Keep those lips kissable with your favorite lip balm before hitting the hay.
Exfoliate one more time a week. If you don't exfoliate, now is a great time to start. Eliminating dry skin will help keep your pores unclogged. If you have acne, check out the BYE BYE Blemish line. One of my MUST haves is the drying lotion (sulfur based). It gets rid of breakouts and even soon to be breakouts in 1-2 days!
Hands/Nails:
Nails tend to adjust to the change in weather abruptly. They become more brittle, dry and have more snags. Try keeping nails a slightly shorter functional length. Put cuticle oil at the base of your nails every night to moisturize and help new growth (try China Glaze Orange Cuticle Oil, smells great too) then follow with your favorite creamy moisturizing lotion (try Body Drench Body Creme', yum).
If you want the most youthful hands this recipe works great...
Exfoliate the tops of your hands and lightly mist with a toner. Apply a thick layer of creamy moisturizer and oil at your cuticles. Cover your hands with gloves, socks or mitts for at least 30 minutes.
Upon removal, massage remaining cream into your hands and drift off to sleep. You will wake with wonderfully smooth baby skin.
For severe cracking and chapping of hands or feet during winter months try personal paraffin dips once a week, they work great!
Body:
Better shaving and smoother sexy legs. Exfoliate with a body scrub the day before you plan on shaving to remove dead skin and loosen ingrown hairs. Use moisturizing shaving cream not soap. Shave after being in the shower for awhile (shampoo first), hair follicles are softer. Follow before leaving shower with an oil based moisturizer (Skin so Soft or Bath Dessert at bathjunkie.com).
Dry brush your entire body once a week before showering... your skin will thank you and be as smooth as butter!
Monday, September 14, 2009
Tuesday, July 14, 2009
WEEKEND WAXING FOR CHARITY Saturday AUG 29 & Sunday AUG 30
Waxing services all day!
ALL proceeds go to the
American Cancer Society
(Burbank Division)
and the spa will match all $ raised...
15 min. appointments (lips, nose, brow, etc.)
30 min. appointments (basic bikini, underarm, back, etc)
All waxing services are
50% off
two days only!!!!!
Nothing but waxing all day 10-6pm
perfect for the summer days.
Appointment recommended...
Great service, great deal and good reason...
Call now to book your time!
Limited to first come, first booked availability.
Tuesday, June 23, 2009
Summer time - How to stay young and look great!
The kids are out of school, next week is Fourth of July and I feel like last week was a glorious Memorial Day weekend...
So lets talk summer beauty.
I just turned 37 this year and I have received some interesting compliments in the past few months. People that just meet me, find out how old I am and want to know my secret! LOL
So besides having the experience of being a studio makeup artist for almost ten years (using lots of tips on myself that I found valuable from set,) and working in esthetics and the beauty field every day... I do have a few secrets up my sleeve. One of my first makeup mentors told me - NEVER keep your tricks to yourself - always share with others... you're never that good! And when you share, it will always come back to you.
So here you go... very simple "Keeping your Youth" tips for the summer and every day.
1. SUN Limit your sun exposure (especially during peak hours). I have wholeheartedly embraced the porcelain skin is beautiful concept. I am Irish & Swedish - say no more... Because I have limited my sun exposure for at least the past ten years and wear sunscreen on my chest, neck and face every day without fail - I think I have postponed some spotting and wrinkles.
- Using a sunscreen with ZINC and TITIANIUM DIOXIDE is best - they are the strongest.
2. SKINCARE At a minimum after you turn 30 years old, you need to re-evaluate your skincare. You need something more active for your skin than you did in your 20s. In your 40s & 50s you need something more active than in your 30s. I love the peptides and enzymes. Natural is great but you do need to check for an active ingredient. Vitamin C is quickly becoming a favorite of mine for clients as well as a minimally active Retinol. Exfoliation is the key and treatment for renewal at NIGHT (this is when your skin replenishes itself and rejuvenates).
3. A good ATTITUDE. I have always tried to be a positive person. We are in trying times... Your attitude does make a difference on your appearance and your wrinkles.
SMILE at one person a day... Always try to make lemonade from lemons and see the glass half full... try counting one blessing a day - and you will be surprised at how many days it takes for you to run out of things to be thankful for.
4. Nutrition and HEALTH. Simple I know, but very easily overlooked in our busy every day stresses and schedules. I recently lost 15 pounds since the beginning of the year. I started eating! My schedule is so busy sometimes, I was not making time to eat. My metabolism slowed down and I started adding weight. By adding something each day for breakfast, vitamins and oil capsule supplements - small meals and snacks throughout the day, I noticed a difference in my skin, hair and body. I also started hula hooping for a 1/2 hour in front of the TV every other night. I do not enjoy the gym and am usually tired after a long day, so this was manageable. Start with small goals - but make a CHANGE - YOU are worth it.
Your skin reflects what is happening inside.
5. MAKEUP For the summer I like to keep it simple. I LOVE tinted moisturizer over my normal skincare. If I have a special event, I use a light foundation or mineral foundation. My skin tends to be dry so I mist the minerals with toner or water after application to elevate the matte/pasty look. I use Cover Girl LASH BLAST, which I swear by for mascara - waterproof only if I am planning on swimming or crying (not everyday). I use like sparkly tones all over my lids with a nice neutral brown or fun plum or green to accentuate my eyes. For night or special events I will pop some deep plum or charcoal in the corner of my lower lid and slightly in the crease for drama. I use STYLI STYLE - line and seal eyeliner or wet a mineral eye shadow that will stay on all day long! Blush is light and blended and bronzer works well for some glow or color over my porcelain skin. I love to finish with tinted/toned chapstick or a lipgloss.
In the summer, I feel less is more and I love to see my skin through the makeup... another reason to take care of your skin.
So I hope I have inspired you to "stay young and look young" - although it really is all in how we feel - age is only a number... my goal is to grow wiser, gracefully. But trust me some days are easier than others. But have fun with it - try new products and ENJOY your summer.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you... and feel free to contact me with any questions or comments!
Remember, YOU are perfectly im-perfect... exactly as you were meant to be!!! And that is what makes YOU beautiful!
So lets talk summer beauty.
I just turned 37 this year and I have received some interesting compliments in the past few months. People that just meet me, find out how old I am and want to know my secret! LOL
So besides having the experience of being a studio makeup artist for almost ten years (using lots of tips on myself that I found valuable from set,) and working in esthetics and the beauty field every day... I do have a few secrets up my sleeve. One of my first makeup mentors told me - NEVER keep your tricks to yourself - always share with others... you're never that good! And when you share, it will always come back to you.
So here you go... very simple "Keeping your Youth" tips for the summer and every day.
1. SUN Limit your sun exposure (especially during peak hours). I have wholeheartedly embraced the porcelain skin is beautiful concept. I am Irish & Swedish - say no more... Because I have limited my sun exposure for at least the past ten years and wear sunscreen on my chest, neck and face every day without fail - I think I have postponed some spotting and wrinkles.
- Using a sunscreen with ZINC and TITIANIUM DIOXIDE is best - they are the strongest.
2. SKINCARE At a minimum after you turn 30 years old, you need to re-evaluate your skincare. You need something more active for your skin than you did in your 20s. In your 40s & 50s you need something more active than in your 30s. I love the peptides and enzymes. Natural is great but you do need to check for an active ingredient. Vitamin C is quickly becoming a favorite of mine for clients as well as a minimally active Retinol. Exfoliation is the key and treatment for renewal at NIGHT (this is when your skin replenishes itself and rejuvenates).
3. A good ATTITUDE. I have always tried to be a positive person. We are in trying times... Your attitude does make a difference on your appearance and your wrinkles.
SMILE at one person a day... Always try to make lemonade from lemons and see the glass half full... try counting one blessing a day - and you will be surprised at how many days it takes for you to run out of things to be thankful for.
4. Nutrition and HEALTH. Simple I know, but very easily overlooked in our busy every day stresses and schedules. I recently lost 15 pounds since the beginning of the year. I started eating! My schedule is so busy sometimes, I was not making time to eat. My metabolism slowed down and I started adding weight. By adding something each day for breakfast, vitamins and oil capsule supplements - small meals and snacks throughout the day, I noticed a difference in my skin, hair and body. I also started hula hooping for a 1/2 hour in front of the TV every other night. I do not enjoy the gym and am usually tired after a long day, so this was manageable. Start with small goals - but make a CHANGE - YOU are worth it.
Your skin reflects what is happening inside.
5. MAKEUP For the summer I like to keep it simple. I LOVE tinted moisturizer over my normal skincare. If I have a special event, I use a light foundation or mineral foundation. My skin tends to be dry so I mist the minerals with toner or water after application to elevate the matte/pasty look. I use Cover Girl LASH BLAST, which I swear by for mascara - waterproof only if I am planning on swimming or crying (not everyday). I use like sparkly tones all over my lids with a nice neutral brown or fun plum or green to accentuate my eyes. For night or special events I will pop some deep plum or charcoal in the corner of my lower lid and slightly in the crease for drama. I use STYLI STYLE - line and seal eyeliner or wet a mineral eye shadow that will stay on all day long! Blush is light and blended and bronzer works well for some glow or color over my porcelain skin. I love to finish with tinted/toned chapstick or a lipgloss.
In the summer, I feel less is more and I love to see my skin through the makeup... another reason to take care of your skin.
So I hope I have inspired you to "stay young and look young" - although it really is all in how we feel - age is only a number... my goal is to grow wiser, gracefully. But trust me some days are easier than others. But have fun with it - try new products and ENJOY your summer.
Please let me know if there is anything I can do for you... and feel free to contact me with any questions or comments!
Remember, YOU are perfectly im-perfect... exactly as you were meant to be!!! And that is what makes YOU beautiful!
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
MAY is Skin Cancer AWARENESS Month
Sunscreen & Protective clothing is the KEY to preventing skin cancer.
After my Aunt passed away from a small mole on the top of her scalp that started as skin cancer and turned into bone and brain cancer, I decided I needed to spread the word on this silent but deadly disease.
My aunt was Irish through and through, very light skin. She loved golf and played whenever she got the chance. She always wore sunscreen and a visor but not a full hat. My aunt passed away four years after her hairstylist discovered a raised mole that suddenly appearance in her hair on her scalp.
Awareness and education is key to prevention. For the month of MAY we are advocating Skin Cancer Prevention at the spa. All clients will receive a samples of EPICUREN's sunscreen & a lip balm as well as a thought of the day card with reminders on checking for skin cancer.
Even though, we all love a great tan... remember the environment is changing and that tan could be dangerous. For more information go to www.skincancer.org.
Have a great month and help me spread the word...
After my Aunt passed away from a small mole on the top of her scalp that started as skin cancer and turned into bone and brain cancer, I decided I needed to spread the word on this silent but deadly disease.
My aunt was Irish through and through, very light skin. She loved golf and played whenever she got the chance. She always wore sunscreen and a visor but not a full hat. My aunt passed away four years after her hairstylist discovered a raised mole that suddenly appearance in her hair on her scalp.
Awareness and education is key to prevention. For the month of MAY we are advocating Skin Cancer Prevention at the spa. All clients will receive a samples of EPICUREN's sunscreen & a lip balm as well as a thought of the day card with reminders on checking for skin cancer.
Even though, we all love a great tan... remember the environment is changing and that tan could be dangerous. For more information go to www.skincancer.org.
Have a great month and help me spread the word...
Friday, February 27, 2009
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Great For Brides... Check out Los Angeles Area
Wedding Happy Hour...
Held once a month at various venues.
The hip and relaxed way to meet vendors and find some last minute needs for your wedding day.
Check it out... tons of fun!
http://vimeo.com/3276587
Held once a month at various venues.
The hip and relaxed way to meet vendors and find some last minute needs for your wedding day.
Check it out... tons of fun!
http://vimeo.com/3276587
INFORMATION for MARCH:
POPS Champagne and Dessert Bar
Pasadena
Wednesday March 25, 2009
7:00pm - 9:00pm
$7.00 cover charge
A MUST ATTEND EVENT for all BRIDES - Bring a Friend and Have a Blast!
Thursday, January 1, 2009
NEWS for the NEW YEAR - 2009!
Some great ideas to jump start your own beauty for the new year = New YOU!
Lets GO GREEN and get NATURAL!
Great new find: You have heard of REVITALASH... now the new ALL NATURAL Version.
LASH FOOD! I have used it myself and I'm addicted! Give it 3 weeks and you can use this day and night! Your lashes will curl and lengthen.
One piece of DARK cocoa... a day, it's good for YOU!
Try a regular massage - you don't realize how much tension and stress your body holds.
Instead of surgery, try an acupressure & oxygen facial first. The combo of these two treatments leaves your skin toned, tight and glowing. Turns the clock back for a while. With regular treatments, your skin can see a lasting change.
Use a hydrating night treatment for your skin. At night is when your skin regenerates itself so at least moisturize at night. It will keep you looking young.
Replace soda for water and hydrate!!! Your skin will notice the difference.
Try natural nails and a super shine buff instead of polish. Good for your nails and lasts even longer than polish.
Try YOGA... Saturday, January 24th is National Yoga Day. Alot of places are doing free classes - great time to try!
Smile everyday!
Lets GO GREEN and get NATURAL!
Great new find: You have heard of REVITALASH... now the new ALL NATURAL Version.
LASH FOOD! I have used it myself and I'm addicted! Give it 3 weeks and you can use this day and night! Your lashes will curl and lengthen.
One piece of DARK cocoa... a day, it's good for YOU!
Try a regular massage - you don't realize how much tension and stress your body holds.
Instead of surgery, try an acupressure & oxygen facial first. The combo of these two treatments leaves your skin toned, tight and glowing. Turns the clock back for a while. With regular treatments, your skin can see a lasting change.
Use a hydrating night treatment for your skin. At night is when your skin regenerates itself so at least moisturize at night. It will keep you looking young.
Replace soda for water and hydrate!!! Your skin will notice the difference.
Try natural nails and a super shine buff instead of polish. Good for your nails and lasts even longer than polish.
Try YOGA... Saturday, January 24th is National Yoga Day. Alot of places are doing free classes - great time to try!
Smile everyday!
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