18 Nov

Benefits Of Chemical Peel – Professional Exfoliation

Chemical peels are one of the oldest cosmetic procedures in the world, and was performed in ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome to help people achieve smoother, more beautiful skin. Today, chemical facial peels are popular because they offer nearly immediate results and can be performed as an outpatient procedure.
Clients who have never heard of this treatment before will want to know, what are chemical peels? A chemical peel is a treatment in which an acid solution is used to remove the damaged outer layers of the skin. Typically administered as a facial peel, a chemical peel enhances and smooth’s the texture of the skin. It is an effective treatment for facial blemishes, wrinkles, and uneven skin pigmentation or if you simply want to rejuvenate your skin.

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10 Aug

Treating Health Troubles with Massage

Regular massage has significant health benefits, there is evidence that it can help ease the negative effects of several chronic conditions. For instance, a 2008 study showed that massage therapy may help increase range of motion and decrease pain in people struggling with Low back pain and sciatica. Other studies suggest that regular massage can help lower high blood pressure, decrease stiffness and improve functioning in arthritis patients, and reduce pain intensity for people prone to tension headaches. Research also indicates that massage might benefit those with carpal tunnel syndrome and post-operative pain.

Sources:

Field T, Hernandez-Reif M, Diego M, Schanberg S, Kuhn C. "Cortisol decreases and serotonin and dopamine increase following massage therapy." The International Journal of Neuroscience 2005 115(10):1397-413. Bell J. "Massage therapy helps to increase range of motion, decrease pain and assist in healing a client with low back pain and sciatica symptoms." Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies 2008 12(3):281-9.

 

29 Oct

Why should I have regular facials?

Regardless of your age or gender, if you want your skin to look its best you have to take care of it. A facial does for your skin what a month of exercise and good nutrition does for your body – noticeably improve its look and feel. Through exfoliation, deep-cleaning of the pores, stimulating improved circulation, and use of professional-strength products, your esthetician can make a lot of progress towards improving your skin in a single session. Like the personal trainer, she has experience, techniques, products and equipment that cannot be replicated at home.

How often should I have a  facial?

While a month at the gym will achieve great results (as will a facial), if you stop exercising and eating well, your body will start heading back to its previous condition. You’re still better off than you would have been without that month of conditioning, but if you keep up the program, you will continue to improve your appearance and your health. Likewise, regular facials (especially with an active home-care regimen) will help prevent breakouts, keep your surface cells newer and healthier, and thereby ensure that your skin looks its very best. Your esthetician can recommend the optimal frequency for your particular skin (generally 4-6weeks) - it will vary from person to person.