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Sensitive Skin

Sensitive Skin can be tricky but I have solutions that will calm and soothe your skin.
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Sensitive Skin and Rosacea Facials

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Do you have Sensitive Skin?

Wefeel it is important to classify what sensitive skin is or what a reaction actually consists of. Many client's tell us that they have sensitive skin and later explain that they think that because they break out with acne while using certain cosmetics.

When your skin is sensitive it becomes easily irritated. There are several forms of skin irritation; redness, inflammation, stinging, burning, itching, a feeling of "heat" and swelling.  Any or all of these things can occur if you are having a reaction to a cosmetic product. 

In a skin "reaction" the skin can look red because blood vessels dilate and increase in size and this becomes visible on the surface of the skin.  As irritation increases the skin's temperature rises, then blood vessels become leaky and blood plasma causes a swelling in the skin. Immune and nerve cells are triggered and histamine is released, at this point you usually start to feel itching or pain such as stinging or burning sensations. 

If you are truly allergic to something you might start to have itchy watery
eyes, trouble breathing, or even get a runny nose, sneeze or become congested, sometimes a rash or hives start to occur.  Allergic responses require previous exposure to the allergen. 

According to Gary S. Hahn M.D., author of the article; The World can be an Irritating Place to Live (according to your skin)  "as many as 50-75 percent report that they have "sensitive skin' since they have experienced irritation from one or more cosmetic products" and "when people experience irritation from a cosmetic or personal care product over 95 percent of the time it is not an allergic reaction, but rather a direct effect of the irritant chemicals on sensory nerves or inflammation-producing cells of the skin."

If you truly do have sensitive skin or numerous allergies, the best thing you can do is avoid using too many ingredients on the skin and harsh cleansers that strip your protective barrier.  Sunscreen is very important (one with just zinc and titanium dioxide) and using a good moisturizer with soothing ingredients such as; green tea, alpha lipoic acid, grapeseed, borage, allantoin  just to name a few.  Lastly, wait 10 minutes after washing or shaving to apply your skincare products and cosmetics. Skin that is wet absorbs ingredients and chemicals much more readily than dry skin.

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Vitamin C Facials for Rosacea

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This treatment promotes healthy capillaries by utilizing the powerful effects of topical vitamin C.  We apply shea butter, soothing essential
oils,  and fruit enzyme powders to resurface the skin and  stimulate
collagen production, followed with a lift off masque.  This Skin
Infusion treatment is elegant and hydrating and gives a radiant glow and visible difference in firmness and wrinkle reduction.  




Problem: Sun damage, discolorations , smokers skin, and rosacea


Duration: 60 minutes
Cost of looking amazing? $85.00

Skin Strategy: 10-12
weeks of treatments
Cost of Strategy:  Depends on duration
and treatment plan

Simple & Short Version:
Includes a different type of mask
Modified treatment only
it's 30 minutes and costs $49.00


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ROSACEA

Individuals with rosacea usually have very red rosy cheeks, burning, stinging, swelling and sometimes; bumps, blemishes, and skin that is thicker on the chest, neck, and most commonly the nose.  Many times acne is misdiagnosed and is really rosacea.  Over half of rosacea sufferers appear to have very dry skin while others are can be normal to oily with acne.  In the early stages of rosacea it is common only to have the flushing here and there.  In some cases rosacea can even affect the eyes causing them to be swollen and inflamed with blurry vision, tearing, and redness. 

Rosacea is typically seen in fair complexions but can occur in black skin and Hispanic skin, it is just harder to detect.   According to Rebecca James Gadberry in  her article in Skin Inc. magazine, "Rosacea is a vascular disorder triggered by episodes of blushing and flushing. More specifically of the nervous system and blood vessels, influenced by biochemical mediators that cause the tips of blood vessels, known as capillaries to expand, and then slowly contract after a lengthy period of time. After enough episodes, the capillaries remain permanently expanded and fine red lines called telangiectasia are obvious, usually around the base of the nose and on the cheeks. Once capillaries are expanded, swelling can occur when fluid leaks from dilated blood vessels into dermal tissue."


By now, I am sure you are wondering what causes rosacea?

The National Rosacea
Society has this explanation;  "Although the exact cause of rosacea is unknown, various theories about the disorder's origin have evolved over the years. Facial blood vessels may dilate too easily, and the increased blood near 
the skin surface makes the skin appear red and flushed. Various lifestyle and environmental factors -- called triggers -- can increase this redness response.
 
Acne-like bumps may appear, often in the redder area of the central face. This may be due to factors related to blood flow, skin bacteria, microscopic skin mites (Demodex), irritation of
follicles, sun damage of the connective tissue under the skin, an abnormal immune or inflammatory response, or psychological factors.

 None of these possibilities has been proven, although potential inflammatory pathways have been identified in recent ongoing research -- including an immune response triggered by a type of antimicrobial protein known as cathelicidin. A recent study also found that certain bacteria present on otherwise harmless Demodex mites could prompt an inflammatory response in rosacea patients.

There is also new research that suggests the digestive system could be involved....click here to read more about this.



*For tips on Alternative therapies for rosacea click here for the Mayo Clinic AND click here for ideas from Dr. Andrew Weil including a link to his anti-inflammatory diet.

*For tips on how to apply makeup and what kind to use to help with rosacea click here.
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Sensitive Skin Facial

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This facial is custom designed for the most sensitive skin.  We use
soothing ingredients like lavender, green tea and white tea to calm and nurture temperamental and hard to treat skin
conditions.  It is important to understand that all skin types can have reactions or in rare cases allergic reactions to products.  If you have had your skin break out in rashes or bumps from cosmetics you have used or treatments you have had in the past then it is imperative that you let your skincare therapist know about it.  They will stay away from ingredients that you already know you are sensitive to.  We also inco

Duration: 60 minutes
Cost of looking calmer? $75


Simple & Short Version: Includes a different type of mask
Modified treatment only
it's 30 minutes and costs $49.00

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TIME OUT MEDI-FACIAL ... $75.00  (60 minutes)
Get a deep cleansing medi- facial using sonic  cleansing technology. Removes up to 6 times more debris and dirt than  typical cleansing leaving you with softer, smoother, healthier looking  skin. Treatment also includes  enzyme exfoliation and skin condition specific masque for rosacea or sensitive skin. *

This treatment is great if you are looking to purchase a gift for someone or you have never had a facial before. Be sure to book a consultation along with the service.

PRETTY QUICK MEDI-FACIAL...$59  (30 minutes)
This treatment is a customized facial for any skin type even sensitive because it is tailored just for you.  Great for people in a hurry. This treatment does not include extractions. Choose the  "add on-extractions" option if you need them.

* It is a great option for someone that has never tried a facial or if you are looking to purchase a gift for someone.  If this is your first visit, be sure
to book a consultation along with the service.

MEN'S MEDI-FACIAL...$59 (30 minutes)
This treatment is a customized facial for men of all skin types with sensitive skin or rosacea.  This treatment does not include extractions. It makes a great gift.  Choose the  "add on-extractions" option if you need them.

TEEN MEDI-FACIAL-...$59 (30 minutes)
Customized for young skin types.  If your child is under 18 years of age you must fill out a consent form in order for them to be treated. It is a great service for a teen that has never had a facial or as a gift.

*****NEW TREATMENT- Coming up Roses. Uses dermafiling  (only with some cases of rosacea) with Rose essential oils, exfoliation, and lift off masque. Coming soon!


Rosacea Triggers:

Skin care and hair care ingredients/products (cleansers containing sulfates, some types of sunscreens, certain topical Vitamin C, hair sprays with alcohol, fragrances, retinoids or retinols, alpha hydroxy acids, acetone, ethanol, ethyl alcohol, isopropyl alcohol, SD alcohol, chamomile oil, cocoa butter, menthol, sulfur, tea tree oil, wintergreen, lanolin, cornstarch, and stearic acid. *Not
all of these trigger rosacea in everyone and I have a more extensive list
you read when you see me.

Physical Exertion (working out especially outside in the heat, and jobs
requiring extreme lifting)

Weather and Temperature (extreme temperatures of hot or cold, strong wind,
humidity, hot baths or showers, saunas, steam rooms,  sun
exposure)

Beverages (hot drinks such as tea, coffee, hot chocolate, etc.  Alcohol,
especially red wine

Medications (blood pressure, progesterone, corticosteroids, and cholesterol-lowering meds)

Medical Conditions (caffeine withdraws, menopause, extreme or chronic
coughing)

Food  (Fruits; raisins, avocados, bananas, citrus fruits, and figs.  Dairy products; yogurt, cheese, certain cheeses.  Vegetables; peas, tomatoes, lima beans, eggplant, and liver, chocolate, soy sauce, vanilla, yeast extract, vinegar and foods high in histamine

Emotions (anxiety and stress)

To read more on Triggers and access the National Rosacea Society click here.

For medical options click here.

CLICK HERE FOR PRODUCTS FOR SENSITIVE SKIN AND ROSACEA

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