April 2nd, 2014 • Posted by LeVonne de Spa • Permalink
This season, beautiful skin is inspired by nature and romance. The soft, romantic looks that have been
spotted all over the runways, feature a wonderful array of pastels and bold
tones that highlight your eyes through subtle definition. Perfect for
spring and summer, this look is fast and easy to create. Just follow the
directions below.
- Start by lining the outer two-thirds of the eyes with a green eyeliner and use a smudger brush or cotton swab to soften the edges to keep lines subtle and diffused.
- Continue with the green liner and define the
crease from the outer corner inward, about one-third of the way, and softly
blend again.
- Keep liner in place on a hot day by brushing
vivid, rich green eye shadow over the liner, where ever you applied it.
- Illuminate the eye and brush a pearly light
green on the inner corner of the lid and the bottom lash line. Blend out.
- Softly, brush a soft coral eye shadow from the
inner corner, up to the brow and across, fading outward.
- Curl eye lashes and apply two coats of black
mascara to both top and bottom lashes.
- For more intensity, line your eyes again and
define the eye with brow shadow.
Finish off the look by dusting a rosy blush on the apples of
your cheeks and sweeping on a red-orange lipstick. These colors are beautiful on all skin tones,
so there's no reason you shouldn't start the summer out right and spring
forward in style.
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March 18th, 2014 • Posted by LeVonne de Spa • Permalink
Ahhh,
springtime! A time to refresh...a time to renew...a time to reinvigorate mind and
spirit....Ummm, OK...but let's face it. It's also a time to whip that flabby winter
bod into shape for the beach or the pool.
Massage, with centuries of results behind it,
is an excellent strategy toward fulfilling all these goals. It's scientifically
proven to have a positive effect on mood. It brings oxygen to muscles, making
workouts more effective and recovery time faster. And regular treatments lead to
continuous benefits.
The short, low-light days of winter - together with the physiological stress
from extreme temperatures - can seem to practically drain the life from your
body and seriously dampen your mood. Massage is proven to release endorphins -
the body's own natural mood boosters. Even 10 minutes of massage administered
regularly, can have a profound effect on the mind and spirit. But the benefits
of this modality don't stop there.
When our therapist kneads your muscles, oxygen flow is enhanced. And when
it comes to muscles, more oxygen means better function. Muscles that work
properly develop more efficiently. Moreover, massage also improves joint
function, promoting the flow of synovial fluid, which, in short, keeps bone
from rubbing against bone in the joint when you move. Consider using massage as
workout prep, especially if you've been skipping the gym. Aerating and
lubricating muscles and joints before you even get started can spur both
development and recovery. In addition, post-workout massage helps ward off damage to muscle tissue. Whether you're running, weight training, practicing Yoga or you're obsessed with
squeezing into last year's bikini, a massage can help get your body back in action.
You can derive these life-enhancing benefits from nearly any type of massage.
So if massage-wise, you're stuck in a rut - a bad place to be, no matter the
season - let spring's fresh breezes lead you in a new direction. Tired of
deep-tissue? Try the long strokes of Swedish. Whatever your choice, as you revel in the momentary
sensations of massage, revel too in knowing for sure you're helping to nourish
and heal mind, body and spirit.
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February 18th, 2014 • Posted by LeVonne de Spa • Permalink
Artificial nails are great for special occasions. They look sophisticated and sleek, but there are other reasons to have them put on and these reasons have nothing to do with looks.
Nail Biting
If you have a habit of biting your nails or the skin around your nails, artificial nails could help you kick the habit. For starters, acrylic nails are thick. It makes it extremely difficult to bite them. Plus, they'll taste pretty bad, which will be another deterrent. Fake nails will turn your unshapely bitten hands into a sleek set of nails. They'll look so good you won't want to bite them.
Weak Nails
Some people are born with weak nails. They crack or break with little contact, and it can be a chore to grow them out. If that's the case, consider acrylics. They will function as a protector for your natural nails.
Nail Splits
If your nails have a tendency to split down the middle, artificial nails can put an end to the pain that comes from this nail condition. Depending on the current shape of your nails, our nail technician will make a suggestion about the kind of artificial nail that's best for you.
Strengthen your nails and prevent bad nail habits by opting for acrylic nails. Call to make your appointment today.
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February 1st, 2014 • Posted by LeVonne de Spa • Permalink
Face it -- taking time to take care of you needs to be first on your "to do" list. No better place to start than with our esthetician. After all, you’re going to want radiant skin for the duration.
Why go the facial route?
If you’ve ever had a good one, you know it’s not just for your skin’s benefit. A good facial gives your facial muscles relaxation they don’t often get. You may spend the day with your “parent face” on, which may involve crinkly forehead lines, or your beach squint, which definitely involves crow’s feet. We tense our facial muscles much of the day, and a facial escape gives those stressed out muscles a time to chill and rejuvenate.
This is especially important as you age because of the increasing cell turnover after 30. At that point, skin stops producing collagen and we can start to look droopy. Nobody wants droopy. High end products and facial massage helps lift that droop by bringing the hyaluronic acid back to the surface. We want that. That’s the juice that gives you that natural, youthful plump look.
On board?
Of course you are.
Be your own advocate and tell our esthetician what you want. If you like quiet, tell them before and after talking only. If your skin is sensitive, discuss this before your facial starts, as it may dictate the products our esthetician chooses. If extractions bother you, tell them to focus on massage. You will enjoy their good touch and relaxing environment. Go monthly and work your way up to more advanced treatments once you’ve developed a trust with the process.
Your skin will thank you and show its appreciation by holding on to that youthful glow. And once you take care of beautiful you, you will have so much more energy to take care of all those other items on your list.
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January 25th, 2014 • Posted by LeVonne de Spa • Permalink
What better way to say I love you
this Valentine's Day than with a relaxing, rejuvenating spa treatment? We offer treatments specific to seasons and holidays, and the benefits
of these massage techniques, scrubs, wraps and aromatherapies will give your
loved one something that means more and lasts longer than a stuffed teddy bear
and roses.
Hot Stone Massage
Turn up the heat and the health benefits with this popular massage therapy.
Traditionally done with smooth, water-heated stones, hot stone massages serve
to increase blood flow, relax muscles, relieve stress and even ease chronic
pain. These massages can be done on part or all of the body. The stones are
placed on target areas and left to warm all over. In conjunction with manual
massage, this treatment makes for a soothing, calming Valentine's Day gift.
Aromatherapy
The smell of specific essential oils can have lasting effects on a person. Give
your valentine the gift of relaxation with an aromatherapy massage. For this
happy occasion, oils such as lavender (for calming), frankincense (for deep
breathing and meditation) and bergamot (for mood/anxiety relief) are three
common oils you could choose. In addition to an essential oil massage, there are rooms where the smells of eucalyptus and other refreshing
herbs accompany hot, warm steam.
Chocolate treatments
It wouldn't be Valentine's Day without some serious chocolate goodness.
Luckily, you can skip the candies and go straight to the chocolate body wrap
this year. Chocolate, when ingested and when applied topically can have benefits
for your mind, body and overall health. The caffeine in chocolate helps
stimulate circulation, and chocolate body wraps also serve to moisten, tighten
and detoxify the skin, and the rich aroma can calm the mind.
Sugar scrubs
Keeping with the sweet theme, sugar scrubs are an excellent option for giving
your significant other something that will leave him or her, quite literally,
glowing and refreshed. Sugar scrubs are made up of a variety of different
oils and sugar types, but overall the treatment serves to exfoliate the body
and slough off dry skin. Depending on the oils used these scrubs can also
replenish the skin's moisture, soothe irritated skin, and promote overall
wellness.
Whatever treatment you choose this Valentine's Day, your loved one is sure to
enjoy his or her day at the spa!
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