While eyelash extensions should last for about four to six weeks, there are a few important things to remember to keep them in tip-top shape along the way.  Continue reading to learn more about 3 important things to avoid to make eyelash extensions last longer: Image Source: Flickr Avoid Heat and Water After each application, whether it be your first full set of lashes or a refill, avoid getting your lashes wet for at least 48hrs. This means shower before your appointment and/or wash your hair & body separately. For 48hrs after your application, you should also avoid steam. No saunas, [...]

Pedicures are of great importance in the cosmetics world because of their beauty and health benefits, including: appearance, relaxation and lymphatic and blood flow. Image Source: Flickr Below are 3 benefits of pedicure: Appearance Regular pedicures not only help keep feet looking pretty, they also keep nails trimmed, calluses controlled and skin moisturized. Treat yourself to a salon or spa pedicure or pamper your feet at home. Start by cutting toenails straight across with a toenail clipper then shaping nails with cushion file. Next, refresh feet with a 10 minute foot soak using an large bowl or inflatable pedi bath. Smooth away dry skin [...]

Swedish massage techniques can help not only relieve physical stress but also emotional stress and can have other medical and therapeutic uses.  In this short post we will discuss some of the most common strokes of Swedish massage, including: effleurage, friction, petrissage, tapotement and vibration. Image Source: Flickr Below are 5 common stroke techniques of Swedish massage: Effleurage Effleurage is the most superficial stroke in Swedish massage. It is a long gliding stroke and is most commonly used as the opening stroke in massage to apply the lubricant and assess the body's tissue while warming the muscles and skin. It deeply [...]

Swedish massage can provide a wide range of benefits for both your physical body and for your emotional well-being. Check out the 3 common benefits of Swedish massage outlined below. Image Source: Flickr.com Pain Relief Relieving symptoms of such disorders as asthma, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, chronic and acute pain syndromes, myofascial pain, headache, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) dysfunction, and athletic injuries.  Source: Encyclopedia Relaxation and Increased Circulation As the best-known type of bodywork performed today, one of the primary goals of the Swedish massage technique is to relax the entire body. This is accomplished by rubbing the muscles with long gliding strokes in [...]

A massage is a wonderful way to relax, de-stress, and improve your health. Here are some simple tips to help maintain and balance your body after your massage. Image Source: Flickr.com Below are 3 things to do after a massage. Hydrate Drink plenty of water immediately following your treatment, and continue to do so for the next day or two. This will rehydrate your tissues and ease the effects. Take it easy after your massage. Go home, relax and just allow your body to find its balance naturally. Like exercise, make bodywork a habitual practice for good health. [...]

Who doesn’t want a beach bronzed body?  If you want to achieve beautiful, bronzed skin without sun exposure, consider the advantages of spray tanning.  Continue reading to learn more! Lack of UV Rays - A clear pro when considering spray-on tans is that the artificial colorant does not cause damage to the skin as UV rays from the sun can. The chemical in tanning sprays is called DHA (dihydroxyacetone) and is approved by the FDA as a safe product to apply to the skin. People who use sprays at home should take care not to breathe in the fumes; CNN [...]