Archive for February 1st, 2010

By;  Peter Sams

1) Like all living things, our skin needs oxygen to survive, reproduce and regenerate. In younger skin, this process is very efficient, but as we age, the micro capillaries degenerate and skin does not receive the nourishment it needs. As a result, the metabolism of our skin cells slows collagen and elastin content drops and fine lines, discoloration and wrinkles begin to appear. Sun exposure, air pollution, extreme hot and cold variances, diet fluctuations, worry and day-to-day stresses and strains of life affect the condition of your skin. Adding oxygen to your facial treatment will soothe and refresh your skin naturally, like no other treatment.

2) Oxygen is essential to the health and maintenance of skin cells in the human body. With age, skin loses its ability to retain and utilize Oxygen for normal metabolic processes, such as repair and regeneration. When oxygen is lacking at the cellular level, our skin begins to age—sometimes prematurely. Facials with Oxygen help nourish and rejuvenate dull skin.

3) So why does oxygen work to make our skin smoother and softer? The theory behind oxygenated beauty is that we all need oxygen for survival. Oxygen is what revives and replenishes the cells in our body. However, due to the pollutants in our environment today, our oxygen content has been greatly reduced. It is also true that as we age, oxygen does not reach our skin cells as efficiently, which is what leads to the aging process. The result can be thinner skin and the appearance of wrinkles and age spots. An oxygen facial will replenish the amount of oxygen that the skin receives, leaving it hydrated, plumper and younger looking.

4) To receive a facial is one of the best skin care decisions you can make! Your anti-aging skin care facial treatment will purify, detoxify, stimulate circulation, improve circulation, heal the skin, prevent skin damage, revitalize the skin and soften lines and wrinkles. The basic steps for a facial skin care treatment are 1. Cleanse, 2. Exfoliate, 3. Massage, 4. Apply mask,
5. tone, and 6. Hydrate. See below for the many choices to help enhance your natural beauty and restore a more youthful appearance.

5) Oxygen has incredible regenerative powers. For decades, doctors have not only recognized this fact but also used it in the treatment of burns, gangrene and wounds that simply would not heal otherwise. In an oxygen rich environment, bacteria, viruses, and fungal infections simply do not survive. Moreover, high concentrations of oxygen trigger the bodies own healing functions. If you are severely burned or cut, the skin will rapidly heal in such a favorable environment.

6) If you have blemishes, target each pimple, or enlarged pore area directly with the Verseo. For a quicker response, lift the bulb slightly off the skin and adjust as necessary, so that the Verseo is still working. Pulling too far away will stop the Verseo’s action. Go around each pimple or enlarged pore for 30 to 40 seconds at a level as high as comfortably tolerated.

7) If you want beautiful, glowing, clear skin then you need to come in for our pumpkin anti-aging facial, designed to treat the face & neck. The pumpkin facial goes a step beyond traditional facials, its designed to give your skin the deepest pore cleaning action, face rejuvenation and glowing skin you have ever seen! We will make your skin look perfect for all your holiday pictures. Series of 3 recommended for best results.

By: Sherry Frewerd

Fine lines got you down? Stop that scalpel! You don’t need a face-lift, a fine natural makeup brush and natural mineral makeup will fix your wrinkles, cover your blemishes, and enhance your natural beauty.

Heavy oily makeup makes skin hang and sag as you forcefully blend it, pulling and pushing on tender delicate skin. You have a better option. Set your skin free!

Natural cosmetics offer mineral foundation powders applied with the delicate wisp of a brush. Color touches the skin like a glow of light, allowing the sheer luxury of translucent powder to accent your natural complexion, clearing tiny lines and eliminating blemishes.

You can ignite the glow within; using refined mineral foundation powder created from finely milled organic pigments found in necessary mineral nutrients. Toxic chemicals peel tender layers of delicate skin tissue as you rub and massage them into your skin to even out skin tones and blend colors. Natural cosmetic powders glide on with the feather light touch of a brush imparting protection from sun-damage with high SPF ratings and natural protection from the sun’s damaging UVA and UVB rays.

Natural mineral makeup offers excellent coverage without heavy oils that cause blemishes and skin irritation. Mineral foundation powder stays in place without streaking and running, like heavy liquid make-ups. Most makeup companies produce their own lines of mineral powder cosmetics including foundation, eye shadow, blush, concealers, and eyeliners.

Because of the small amount required for each use, you’ll want to find the best natural mineral makeup available. One container of powder lasts approximately a year with every day use. Natural cosmetics do not need to be replaced until they are used up, unlike regular oil based liquid makeups.

To apply natural cosmetics using a fluffy brush, you collect a bit of the translucent powder on the end of the brush, tap lightly and gently glide the brush across your cheeks, eyelids, forehead and chin. Gracefully blend the powder across all areas of your face with the large brush. Fine lines will disappear and blemishes fade to supple silky smooth skin.

As springtime, the glow of good health and youth spring forth with the use of natural cosmetics. Serene beauty and youth appear quickly because the translucent powder imparts a subtle glow as it gently fills the tiny lines and corrects imperfections. Your skin becomes smooth and silky when you use natural cosmetics, allowing the normal elasticity of your skin to conform to your facial structure.

With the flowing precision the softly bristled brush enhances contours of your skin refreshing your youthful exuberance and natural beauty. Natural cosmetics simplify the process of putting on make up every morning by taking the oils and liquid out of your routine.

If you haven’t tried the newest cosmetic creation, I strongly recommend you do so at your earliest convenience. You will be pleasantly rewarded with a youthful and healthy appearance and a revitalized morning routine. Your budget might even say thanks for the extra relief!

How to burn over 900 calories, detoxify your body, rejuvenate your skin

and increase your health while sitting and relaxing for just 30 minutes

Imagine sitting and relaxing, the warmth caressing your body, reaching all the way to the bone. A gentle aroma further soothes your mind and you relax further in the soft light. You can stretch out as you enjoy the privacy of your own personal paradise, listening to your favorite music and perhaps enjoying a good book. What’s more, not only are your mind, emotions and your soul all enhanced, but this unique experience comes with many physical benefits too.

There is a new phenomena sweeping the world of health and fitness. It promises to be able to burn up to between 900 and 1,200 calories in only 30 minutes, without lifting a finger. It releases toxins like no other treatment, cleansing your body from years of accumulated poisons. It can increase your skins health by improving blood flow, removing built up dirt, softening hardened fascia and even assisting in breakdown of cellulite. It can improve your general health and has been proven to help in conditions from physical pain (including arthritis, muscular tension and muscle spasms), hypertension, and cystitis to asthma, obesity and edema. There is even early evidence to show its importance in the treatment of cancer.

So what is this exciting discovery? Far Infra Red Saunas. FIR saunas, not to be confused with conventional steam saunas have long been appreciated for their diverse health benefits in Japan, and now the rest of the world is catching on to their hidden secret. Unlike steam saunas the air is dry, so great for those suffering from damp lung conditions and the temperature does not need to be as high (typically between 50-60C). This makes them far more comfortable to sit in. Many people who have complained that they were unable to stand the high humidity or temperature of traditional saunas report enjoying their FIR sauna experience.

So how do they work? Well Far Infra Red is a specific range within the light spectrum. It is beyond our visible range and lies between the Ultra Violet and microwave frequencies. It is part of the suns natural rays (around 80% are FIR) and has been proven to be completely safe. Indeed the Far Infra Red spectrum has been shown to help heal burns caused by the UV light spectrum. These FIR rays can penetrate deep into the body, up to approximately 4cms, thus stimulating the release of toxins stored deep within the body and excess fluid being carried within the tissues.

This ability of the Far Infra Red spectrum to warm tissues, open pores, release toxins and promote calorie burning and perspiration makes the FIR sauna the ideal choice in any detox or weight loss programme. There is no other more enjoyable or safer way to achieve this level of result. If you are trying to lose weight the hard way then maybe it’s time to change your approach. Compare the 300 calories burnt from a 30 minute jog to the 900-2,400 calories burnt from a 30 minute FIR sauna and you will see the importance of this treatment.

To regain optimal health and energy it is important our bodies are properly cleansed. This is becoming ever more difficult in a world filled with so many chemicals and toxins. You only have to drink the water from the tap, eat the food from supermarket shelves, use the hygiene products in your bathroom cupboard or even walk down the road and breath the air to absorb toxins. These build up in your body over time until they put pressure on your liver causing tiredness, depression and eventual illness. By taking regular FIR saunas you can not only help restore your health but prevent future problems.

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After a long hard day at the office wouldn’t it be nice to get a massage. Unfortunately you have to first find a certified or licensed massage therapist. If you’re lucky and happen to know someone or have a regular therapist you work with, you still have to schedule an appointment. After you call and set the time you’ll have to get back into your car and drive to therapist’s office.

In today’s world most of us want instant gratification and have limited time in our hectic life. If money was no object most of us would get a massage every week, or possibly two or three times a week.

Let me pause here for a moment. It is very ironic that I would be writing an article about massage recliners because I am a certified massage therapist. As a therapist my first goal is to help the client get healthy. Sometimes I refer a client to a chiropractor or to an acupuncturist that can better serve the clients needs. The same is true about massage recliners. With new technology massage recliners have advanced beyond clunky massage rollers to high tech massagers that can emulate the human touch.

There are many health benefits from a massage from a trained therapist or a massage recliner. A trained massage therapist knows how to get the kinks out of your back and relieve the muscle tension from everyday stress. Massage recliners have superior technology and do more than rub your back. New models from Human Touch, iJoy, Panasonic and Sanyo can also massage the legs, feet, arms and shoulders.

Health Benefits of Massage

* Improves lymphatic flow. The act of massaging and kneading the muscles increases blood flow. Health benefits are better circulation and absorption of nutritional elements into the muscles and tissues. In addition, kneading the muscles helps clear out toxins out of the muscles.

* Decreases muscle tension and improves flexibility. Body tension and stress causes the muscles to tighten and shorten. Health benefits include loosening tight muscles and restoring range and flexibility.

* Massage therapy produces the ‘feel good chemical’, the same endorphins that are increased after working out at the gym. This ‘feel good chemical’ helps speed recovery, reduces pain and reduces anxiety.

Another benefit seldom discussed is clearer thinking. When you are out of body pain and the range of motion is restored to your neck, your mind can better concentrate on your everyday tasks.

Rates for a massage therapist can range from $40 to $100 depending on the therapist’s level of training and the city they are located in. Massage recliners are not cheap and can cost thousands of dollars. But over time, a massage recliner can pay for itself and provide many health benefits. Other considerations of cost savings are other family members using the massage recliner. In addition, some massage recliners are very stylish and are a handsome addition to any home decor.

Another benefit of a massage recliner is the fact it is a recliner chair. Anybody who has ever sat in a recliner knows how comfortable it is. Even if you do not activate the features of the massage recliner, the recliner itself has health benefits. The simple act of just sitting in a comfortable chair relaxes your body and eases body tension.

It’s your choice. Buy a massage recliner or call a massage therapist. Either one that you choose will have many health benefits. To make your buying decision easy I’d suggest scheduling two or three appointments with a certified or licensed massage therapist. Then try several brands and models of massage recliners to compare results

Peach fuzz embarrassing you? Maybe, the tweezers and razors are not doing the trick anymore. Many times females will go to extremes to ensure they have no hair on “forbidden” body parts. These body parts can include the upper lip, the chin, and between the eyebrows. Even men these days are going for the hairless look as it makes them seem more clean cut.

So if the razor is not working and the tweezers are too painful, how is this hair getting removed? Facial hair waxing is becoming popular not only with females but with males as well. Not only is it fast and convenient, but it is also usually affordable. With the perks, come the cons as well.

What is Facial Waxing?

Facial waxing is when hair is removed from the face using hot wax. Facial waxing can be done at home but it is usually best to have it done at a spa, allowing a professional to work with hairs and hot wax.

Before facial waxing, the area to be waxed will be cleaned with an antiseptic. This will allow for the most optimal waxing experience. The spa professional will then melt the wax which will be used.

Two types of wax which may be used is hard wax or soft wax. The difference between these waxes is that soft wax has a slower drying process. With soft wax a thin strip of fabric is placed over the wax to help pull the hairs. On the other hand hard wax dries faster and can be lifted off the face without any fabric. Speak to the spa professional beforehand if you prefer one type over the other.

The spa professional will spread hot wax onto the area of the face which needs to be waxed. The wax is usually spread by a wooden applicator and is applied in the direction the hair is growing. If soft wax is used, a piece of fabric will be placed onto the wax. When dried the fabric or hard wax will be pulled in a fast motion away from the direction the hair is growing.

The spa professional will the add pressure to the newly waxed area, easing the pain. To ensure that no break outs on the area occur, an antiseptic should be applied onto the area. This will also prevent ingrown hairs from arising.

Who are the Best Candidates for Facial Waxing?

While you may think anyone can make an appointment at a spa and get a facial waxing, you may want to think again. The best candidates for a facial waxing are obviously people with a lot of hair on their face. That is, a lot of hair they want to get rid of. If, however, you have any skin conditions this may not be the best option for you.

Skin conditions which may make you a less likely candidate can include:
* Sensitive skin
* Eczema
* Psoriasis

If you go for a facial wax with any of these conditions there is a good chance you may break out and the area will get very irritated. Another consideration would be individuals who have allergic reactions. Before getting a facial wax, one must find out exactly what is in the wax and products they use at the spa.

If you are taking any kinds of medications, consult with your doctor before you facial waxing. Various types of medications can make the skins more prone to irritation and sensitivity.

Benefits of Facial Waxing

The biggest benefit of facial waxing is the removal of unwanted hair. Facial waxing is also less time consuming that tweezing, shaving or even threading. With tweezing you must pluck hair one by one, which can take you minutes to hours. Even after you are done, there may be some embarrassing hairs still left behind.

Shaving may take less time than tweezing but you can be left with cuts as well as stubble growing in a day later. Waxing allows for your face to be hair free for several weeks. While threading is a very natural process it also takes a lot of patience.

Facial waxing is not only convenient but it is also affordable. Most local spas take not only appointments but walk-ins as well. Charges incurred for the facial waxing vary depending on what area is being waxed. Call ahead and compare prices of a few local spas.

Risks of Facial Waxing

There are several risk factors which need to be taken into consideration before getting that facial wax:
* Irritation can occur
* If getting eyebrows done, too much hair may be removed
* Swelling and ingrown hairs
* Burns from the wax if too hot

Not only can your skin become irritated, red, and swollen but it can also become infected. After a waxing your pores are wide open. These pores are an open door for bacteria which can result in infection. People who undergo facial waxing need to wash and care for their skin after the procedure to ensure no infection.

While there are many benefits, there are also plenty of risks. Deciding on whether or not you will go for that facial waxing will all depend on how irritated your skin may get, how patient you are with tweezers, and if you fall into the best candidates category

 Facial can also treat problems like dark patches, treating acne, restoring skin colour and toning the skin. Facials are deep skin treatments that cleanse, rehydrate and rejuvenate the skin, apart from minimizing skin blemishes, acne, dry skin and, of course, wrinkles. . Facials vary depending on the skin type. Facial is also a vital step towards beautiful skin.Facial thoroughly cleanse your face and remove the top dead layers of the skin resulting into having a beautiful and glowing skin. Facial moisturizers your face effectively and help in faster cell reneval and relaxes the muscle of the face. Facial must be done at least once a month and by a professional beautician. There are many kinds of facials that are suitable for the skin and a particular skin problem.

Various Types of Facials

1. Normal facials are a simple cleanse, steam and massage affair. They’re the least expensive of all facials. They’re also the best option for normal skin that isn’t prone to acne.

2. Special facials are a step-up from the normal facial. Specially formulated hypoallergenic creams are used to moisturize the skin. Face packs are applied depending on different skin types and special cleansing and rejuvenation techniques are also part of the process.

3. Alpha Hydroxy Acid facials-AHA acids, which are derived from fruits and flowers, are known for their anti-aging effects. These facials use creams formulated with AHAs, which help the skin look smoother and healthier.

4. Bio-lift facials these facials include treatment that targets dark circles under the eye. The characteristic of this facial is the bio-mask, which tones and tightens the skin on the face, making it look younger.

5. Paraffin facials are offered as part of bridal beauty packages. It involves the application of a special paraffin mask on the face over layers of gauze, which helps seal in the special anti-aging and rejuvenating creams applied to the skin.

6. Anti-oxidant and pollution-fighting facials uses creams and masks enriched with free-radical fighting agents like vitamin A, beta-carotene and vitamin E. Pollutants are first removed and the skin is then deep cleansed in this procedure. This is recommended for people who have to be outdoors often-on account of their work.

7. Acne Facials should be performed at regular, two-week intervals until problem clears.

8. Collagen Facials type of facial includes use of a multi-phase technique of exfoliation, warm vapor, deep pore cleansing, lymphatic drainage massage and self healing mineral or paraffin masque over a freeze dry collagen sheet to ensure the ideal hydrating effect.

9. Aromatherapy facials help clear skin congestion and improve the normal functions of the skin. The mask, which is applied at the end of the massage, also contains essential oils.

10. Galvanic Facial-This benefits dry, dehydrated skins, improving moisture retention. It also helps remove congestion.

11. Gold Facial makes use of creams containing 24-Carat pure gold, which penetrates the skin easily. It is a powerful rejuvenating treatment. Gold has a powerful effect on lymphatic drainage, facilitating the removal of toxins and wastes. The gold facial helps to restore youthful qualities, like softness, smoothness, elasticity, resilience and radiance.

12. Men’s Urban Defense Facial -This treatment focuses on softening and rehydrating skin damaged by shaving, sun exposure, and the urban environment. Essential oils of Juniper, Rosemary, and Lavender will relieve any sinus problems.

13. Deep Pore Cleansing Facial has been designed for clients with problematic skin.