Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Smelling Good & Feeling Fresh but Look out! What they dont tell you about your personal care products.

Are you a product worshiping junkie? Who doesn’t enjoy a luxurious, invigorating shower/bath using lotions & potions of all kinds, deodorant that helps us smell clean & fresh, hair products for shiny hair and manageability – unless you are blessed by the hair goddesses. That’s even before serums moisturizers & makeup ever kiss our face.

Let's face it unless you’re using the purest products made on Earth, then you’re most likely absorbing a barrage of health deterring & disease causing chemicals in the effort to look and feel gorgeous.

Here are some of the very scary facts about the average number of chemicals found in everyday beauty products, including some of the worst offenders:

Product Chemicals Most worrying chemicals & some of their effects
Shampoo: 15 Sodium Lauryl Sulphate; Tetrasodium and Propbylene Glycol – possible eye damage
Eye Shadow: 26 Polythylene terephthalate – linked to cancer
Lipstick: 33 Polymenthyl methacrylate – also linked to cancer
Nail Varnish: 31 Phthalates – linked to fertility issues and problems in developing babies
Perfume: 250 Benzaldehyde – linked to kidney damage
Fake Tan: 22 Ethyl/Methyl/Propylparabens – possible hormonal disruption
Hairspray: 11 Octinoxate, Isophthalates – possible hormonal disruption, linked to change in cell structure
Blusher: 16 Ethyl/Methyl/Propylparabens – possible hormonal disruptions
Foundation: 24 Polymethyl methacrylates – possibly disrupts immune system, linked to cancer
Deodorant: 15 Isopropyl Myristate, ‘Parfum’ – possible respiratory problems
Body Lotion: 32 Methyl/Propylparabens, Polyethylene Glycol, also found in oven cleaners – possible hormonal disruption

After adding this all up, you realized that post toilette that was supposed to cleanse you of waste, dirt and environmental toxins, you could be adding up to 475 toxic chemicals to your body! Remember, everything you use, you absorb everything through your skin.. That’s after just one shower/bath.

Most of us apply all kinds of products throughout the day, and wash it all off at the end of the day, and then reapply them all over again. Sadly enough, many of the absorbed, potentially toxic chemicals aren’t flushed out of the body, so they build up daily and as the years pass, compromise your health.

Why Do Women Love To Pick Their Husband's Zits?

I know I am guilty of picking at the hubby! I like his skin nice & smooth so he is always primped & pampered by me. Occupational hazard I guess! But here you have it its in the DNA!

Why Do Women Love To Pick Their Husband's Zits?

Check out this DIY Citrus Skin Glow Scrub

Here is a quick an easy way to pamper yourself with out leaving your home!! Really easy to make & you probably have most of the ingredients already!

Welcome Spring With a DIY Citrus Skin Glow Scrub - Spamagazine.com

AAAHHHH!!!! Epsom Salt Baths

Discover the benefits of Epsom salts! I have on many occasion been saved by this wonder mineral! Find out why its so good for you!

Discover the Benefits of Epsom Salt Baths - Spamagazine.com

Cleopatra knew that milk does a body good inside & out!

Since the days of Cleopatra milk has been used in skin care! & there was something too it too! It softens lightens & strengthens the skin! Wanna know more!



Why You Should Use Milk in Your Skincare Routine - Spamagazine.com

Aesthetically Sublime..... Just Ask MarMon



Sublime Aesthetics was founded by MarMon, in order to satisfy a growing demand for customized professional skin care services.

Bringing extensive training and education to the skin care industry, with a background in paramedical aesthetics nutrition & natural heath care, MarMon is a Licensed Clinical Aesthetician, Educator, Nutritional Consultant, & Makeup Artist. She is also a member of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals
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Using a preventive approach to health and beauty care, she conducts seminars and workshops throughout Georgia, South Florida & now New York for clients & professionals in the health & beauty industry. Emphasis is placed on dispelling the many myths surrounding effective skin care & incorporating healthy diet & lifestyle choices in our daily living.

RELAX, REFRESH, RENEW


CONCERNING HOME CARE
Proper home care is a necessity for maintenance between facials & prevention of premature aging & problem conditions. The beneficial effects of a facial treatment can be greatly compromised & progress delayed by using inappropriate products at home.
The skin is the largest organ of the body & needs proper nourishment regularly like any other part of the body.
Basic skin products are recommended during the day for hydration & sun protection.

Cosmeceutical products are recommended at night to perform anti-aging work in the deeper layers of the skin while the body is resting, repairing & regenerating itself.
Basic skin care products include cleansers, toners, moisturizers, masks, gentle exfoliating scrubs, eye creams, eye makeup removers, & sunscreens for the face. Cosmeceuticals are a cross between basic cosmetics & pharmaceutical ingredients.

In recent years, innovative research has given us this group of products available to aestheticians & physicians, facilitating more dramatic changes in skin condition than basic skincare. These include Alpha Hydroxy Acids (specifically Glycolic Acid), topical Vitamin C Serum, Retinol Creams, Oxygen Creams, Vitamin K cream for inflamed capillaries, products for Rosacea, Acne & problematic skin. Serums that contain a high percentage of active ingredients can exfoliate at a deeper level, stimulate collagen fiber production, deeply hydrate skin & repair damaged tissue.

These are sold only to licensed professionals who are able to monitor your progress & make changes when necessary to achieve results far greater than any product one could purchase over the counter.


FOR YOUR INFORMATION

  • All corrective & anti-aging treatments will provide visible results
  • For long-lasting benefits, Treatments at regularly scheduled intervals are recommended.
  • To maintain long-lasting results & healthy skin, a professionally designed home care program is essential.
  • Men’s facials concentrate on men’s concerns including shaving irritation, in grown hairs, clogged pores, correct shaving techniques & eye wrinkles.
Ask me anything about skincare products makeup treatments or waxing & I’ll get you started in the right direction

AS AN AESTHETICIAN, THESE ARE SOME OF THE FACIAL SERVICES I PERFORM:

European Facial - A skin care treatment which includes deep cleansing, steam, exfoliation and professional massage of the face, shoulders and chest area which nourishes and refines the skin. This is followed by a custom masque that nourishes the skin.

Hydration Facial- Enzymes and hylauronic acids promote superior hydration of stressed skin cells. A crème masque and essential oils are applied to re-hydrate and revitalize the skin.

Gentleman's Facial - A wonderful cleansing facial designed to address a man's skincare concerns including anti-aging, ingrown hairs, razor irritation or pore congestion and eye wrinkles.

French Aroma Facial - This traditional French aromatherapy facial is carried out using very precise and specific techniques that stimulate circulation and improve blood flow so the skin is deeply nourished. In addition it improves muscle tone, counteracting the effects of tension and strain. It increases lymphatic drainage by clearing waste and fluid from the tissues which can give a congested and lifeless appearance to the skin. It is a real "work out" for the face using an essential oil blend and masque chosen to suit the particular skin type. The treatment is tailored to revitalize and refresh each skin type. A course of treatments is particularly beneficial for skins that are older, prematurely aged or lacking tonicity.

CollaVitaMin Facial - This facial makes use of a multi-phase technique of exfoliation, steam, deep pore cleansing, lymphatic drainage massage and paraffin masque over liquid nutrients, called serums, which are used for quick penetration into the skin. This is an effective preventative treatment against harmful environmental damage, wrinkles and dark circles. Recommended for all skin types

Acne Facial - This corrective facial is specifically for deep-pore cleansing, gently extracting impurities from the skin and eliminating bacteria that can cause acne. A purifying mask and moisturizer is applied to restore skin to a fresh radiant state.

Teen Facial - During a time of constant change, bring balance to your skin. Seriously effective and unlike any other teen facial, your needs will be properly addressed whether you have dry, sensitive, combination or blemished skin, all while being taught techniques to use at home! Experience fast, visible results for a clear complexion and a luminous, even skin tone!

Add-On Ala Carte Services


Eye Contour - eye exfoliation masque and an eye hydration masque.


Lip Treatment - a lip exfoliation masque and a lip plumping masque

Tinting

Lash and brow tinting provides dramatic results by improving dull or unnoticeable brows and lashes. Results lasting approximately four weeks and can be easily maintained with a simple touch-up appointment. Lash and brow tinting adds a nice, final touch to waxing, facials and chemical peels

Dermaplaning -mechanical exfoliation of the skin that removes dead surface skin cells and unsightly facial hair, as well as, giving the skin a much smoother texture and appearance.

Clinical Chemical Peels - Designed to smooth out rough, dry, or sun damaged skin, reduce acne, reduce fine lines, increase collagen production, and even out hyper pigmented skin. We offer a variety of chemical peels using glycolic acid, salicylic acid, or lactic acid, based on the specific needs of your skin


Face & Full Body Waxing