Kittrina Jones,Licensed Skin Care Therapist/LMT

Its that time of year again. The summer fun is coming to an end and your life is slowly coming back to reality. During this transition please set aside some time to clean up your skin! Here is why.... Sun Damage-  You are exposed to damaging rays from the sun EVERYDAY. Even the most diligent sunscreen users will experience the effects of sun damage. After months in the sun and covered in sunscreen your skin needs a deep cleansing and revitalizing masque treatment. Clogged Pores - It can take up to 6 months for impurities in the skin to surface. For this reason we recommend monthly facials as maintenance, but if you haven't been so great scheduling your facials this summer its not too late to get in here :) Brown Spots - You may have noticed more brown spots on your skin than you had in April. Unfortunately the sun we all love love so much increased the production of melanin (this is what gives your skin its pigment) in our skin. During your facial we will use treatments that...

It takes around 30 days for your skin cells to go through a full life cycle. Technically, you could say that you get a new face every four weeks – how great does that sound? In the 30 days of your skin cells’ life, you probably put them through a lot. Make-up, environmental toxins and chemicals, dirt and pollution can all build up on your skin if you’re not careful, leading to dull looking skin, clogged pores and more. Investing in skincare, which includes a professional facial every month to keep your skin in tip top condition, is one thing you can do to look after your new skin cells throughout their life cycle and keep your skin looking fresh, vibrant and clean. Why do you need a monthly facial? Getting a facial has some amazing benefits for your skin that you might not even have thought of. This is why women who DO can look so glowing and radiant (without Photoshop). The massage involved in a good quality professional facial will give the blood circulation in your face a boost, t...

We all know how important it is to choose the right skincare products. If you get your products right, they will leave your skin looking and feeling at its best. They can help to improve skin condition if you have acne, dry skin, and sensitivity or if your skin is starting to show signs of aging. There is such a wide choice of products on the market that it can be hard to decide which one to try. Here are a few tips we’ve put together to help you select the right skincare products for your needs. What’s your skin type and what does it need? We recommend having a professional consultation to truly determine your actual skin type and pick up on any specific needs you might have overlooked. An esthetician will take a really close look at your skin and help you to decide what the priorities are for your skincare routine. She may tell you something about your skin that you don’t know - for example, even if you think your skin is just a bit dry, it could be because...

Acne affects many people just as they hit their teens. It’s such a common skin condition; acne usually begins in puberty and around 85 per cent of people between the ages of 12 and 24 will experience some form of it. So comfort your teen, they are not alone! There’s no cure for acne but even serious cases can be managed. If your teen is experiencing serious and prolonged breakouts after trying a skin care routine for at least three months , see your doctor for advice. There are medicines that may relieve the symptoms and we know that acne can be a distressing condition at a time when appearance feels like everything. What causes acne? Changes in hormones can lead to increased sebum production, which is often made worse by using the wrong skincare products. Using over the counter products with a drying action can do more than just dry out the excess sebum – they take moisture out of the skin, causing it to make even MORE sebum. Over the counter products are the biggest culp...

For many, getting a facial is a calming indulgence. But, getting routine facials from a trained, professional esthetician offers so much more than just a relaxing experience — most importantly, keeping skin healthy, clear, and glowing. Even if your at-home regimen is working just fine, visiting an esthetician could completely change the way you view your complexion, no matter your age or skin care woes. 1. Detailed Skin Consultation Where do you purchase your skin products? How do you know what your skin needs? When Purchasing products from department stores, pharmacies and from the internet your individual needs are not being recognized. In order to receive a proper consultation skin must first be cleansed and then carefully assessed with proper lights to reveal areas of weakness in the skin that cannot be seen with the naked eye. In addition, when you receive a complete facial your skin is assessed for a full hour to carefully watch changes during each step of the facial. 2....