How To Stay Hydrated

17 Oct 2014

You keep hearing it, “Drink more water!” But by the time the sun has set you realize you’ve only consumed a paltry two glasses. Here are a few tricks to stay hydrated. Upon rising, drink a large glass of water.  Think about it.  You have been asleep for at least eight hours and haven’t  had a single drop of water.  Your body is dehydrated.  Drinking a robust amount of water in the morning combats that dehydration. While at work do you notice that you easily forget to drink water?  I like to take a sip of water every time I do something repetitive.  Designate something that you do often as.

LED FACIALS

09 Oct 2014

LED FACIALS Holistic Facials in Peoria? Yes! Looking for a non-invasive way to boost collagen?  Ever hear about Light Therapy?  NASA scientists were looking for a way to heal astronauts in space and discovered that different colored lights could penetrate the skin at different levels, seriously affecting change. I use the blue lights to heal acne clients.  This has been FDA approved to clinically kill the bacteria that causes acne. While the lights pulse over my guests, I perform foot reflexology to stimulate healing and release toxins to clear the skin. As an anti-aging device, I use the red and infrared lights to boost moisture levels, increase collagen, brighten my.

facials with green tea

09 Mar 2014
facials with green tea

Green Tea:  Healthy Skin with Benefits Did you know drinking 2-3 cups of Green tea could radically improve your skin, fight dementia, and keep allergies at bay?  Green tea is naturally rich in catechin, a powerful antioxidant.  Splash some lemon juice in your cup and the vitamin C will synergistically maximize your body’s ability to absorb those free-radical fighting goodies. Applied topically, it boosts sun protection factors.  I use Osmosis Skin Care at the Sanctuary Day Spa (formerly Skin Therapy by Errin).  Each facial ends with the application of Shade, a physical sunscreen enhanced with green tea extract. Should you choose Green tea over Black tea?  Yes! Green tea is.

Secret To Beautiful Skin

17 Feb 2014
Secret To Beautiful Skin

The Secret to Beautiful Skin Lies in Your … Grocery List?   You are methodical about cleaning your face.  You use only “high end” skin products.  You are addicted to your monthly facial.  And still… those pesky pimples and redness keep popping up!  Could you be gluten intolerant? What is gluten you ask?  Gluten is a protein substance found in wheat, rye, barley, soup mixes, soy sauce, shampoo, toothpaste and imitation meats.  It occurs in grasses after the grass has sprouted. Some common reactions to gluten for those that are sensitive are: Flushing (rosacea) Bloating/ abdominal pain Acne KP Psoriasis Eczema Headaches Joint and muscle pain Neurological issues   Could.

What To Expect During Your First Brazilian Wax

04 Feb 2014
What To Expect During Your First Brazilian Wax

What To Expect at Your First Brazilian Wax Hard Wax Vs. Cloth Strips If you are like most Wax Virgins, you may approach your first Brazilian Wax with a little bit of terror and whole lot of anxiety.  Hold the Zanax, ladies!  I’m going to explain what really goes on during a Brazilian Wax to ease your mind. You’ll want to arrive a little early to fill out some paperwork (easy so far, eh?).  Then, I’ll give you a little tour of the beautiful V&E Studio.  After I bring you into my treatment room,  I’ll ask you to undress from the bottom down and sit on top of the table.

Yoga and Beautiful Skin

21 Jan 2014
Yoga and Beautiful Skin

I talk a lot about lifestyle and its correlation to healthy skin. Beautiful skin is about so much more than what products we put on our skin.One of the most relaxing ways that certainly contributes to glowing skin is yoga. Unfamiliar with yoga? First, ask your doctor if it’s okay to do yoga. Once you get the go-ahead, it’s easy to access yoga through cable t.v.’s On Demand channel, DVD’s (I learned watching Rodney Yee), or a local class (check out www.headingom.org) Yoga promotes detoxification through the breath and sweating. It helps you center and release stress, an important factor when it comes to hormonal balance. Inversion yoga poses can.

Three Easy Tricks to Beat the Winter Itch

21 Jan 2014
Three Easy Tricks to Beat the Winter Itch

Dry skin? Here are three tips that can help: 1. Place a vaporizer in your bedroom.  A vaporizer can be easier to maintain than a humidifier and is usually a lot cheaper.  This simple machine replenishes moisture levels in your room.  How to maximize its effect?  Moisturize your face and body with a lotion that has humectants.  How do humectants work?  They draw water to your skin! Yay!  Just what you need.  Some popular examples to look for in a moisturizer are: glycerin, hyaluronic acid, and propylene glycol, sodium pca. 2. Keep your body lotion in the shower.  Yes, sometimes you have to trick yourself.  Who wants to step out.

Beauty and the Beets

20 Jan 2014
Beauty and the Beets

How can you eat and drink your way to beauty? This winter try beets. This amazing superfood brings a powerful punch to the table. Loaded with minerals and vitamins, it naturally fights wrinkles and skin conditions. Lycopene, found in beetroot juice, has been found to prevent skin sag. Its anti-inflammatory properties help prevent acne breakouts. Powerful anti-oxidants and phenolic compounds neutralize free-radicals. Beets are the perfect food to detox this winter. It has been used for centuries to cleanse toxins and purify the blood and liver. Pregnant ladies rejoice in the abundance of folate! Other benefits are derived from lutein and zeaxanthin, which assist in eye health. Roasted beets are.

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