Galvanic Anti Aging Party

Last Thursday Skindulgence hosted a fabulous AgeLOC Galvanic Party. We had an amazing time seeing old and new faces and getting our fantastic clients together to celebrate and explore this incredible product. All guests received a complimentary half-face demo of the Galvanic Spa system... The results were amazing! You could literally see the difference in their faces -- the skin was more contoured and lifted around the cheekbones, jaws and eyes! After only one session!

If you're interested in having your own half-face demo give the spa a call to arrange an appointment as 604.469.2688.

Don't forget that you can add it on to your facial!

Is it Safe or Beneficial to Make my Own Skincare Products?

In a nutshell …Not really. It can seem like a good idea to whip up your own face mask, exfoliant or moisturizer but in reality you're doing yourself a disservice. When you use raw foods from the grocery store there is often cross contamination or bacteria that you wouldn’t want to have as part of your homemade product. You are also using an entire raw food instead of just the beneficial ingredients. For example, many fruits have wonderful properties (like strawberries) but the beneficial ingredients are in such a low amount in an individual berry that you’re not really receiving any of the rejuvenating effects. In professional-grade products, fruit extracts are a concentrated form of the active ingredient and they are combined with other ingredients to maximize the benefits. In short, it won’t kill you to rub some mushy berries on your face, but it’s probably not going to help you either. If you’re interested in using organic, paraben-free products, GM Collin’s Bio-Organique line is a perfect alternative to DIY concoctions.

Tips to Every Day Calm

Everyone's job drives them a little crazy at times but if you find you're getting stressed out at work frequently then it's time to make some changes.

1) Get yourself organized! Nothing starts a day off on a bad note like running behind schedule in the morning. Take fifteen minutes before bed to think about what you have to do the next morning. Consider what clothes you might wear, what you'll pack for lunch and if there are any work-related items you need to bring. Mentally located them all in your head for a smoother morning.

2) Set your alarm to go off fifteen minutes before you have to get up. Not many people are able to leap out of bed in the morning and hitting the snooze 5 times will leave you rushing to catch up once you do get out of bed. By setting your alarm early you'll still get to hit snooze but you'll be able to get up when you're actually supposed to.

3) If you pack a lunch for work (and you should! It's healthier for you and cost effective) put it together the night before if possible and leave it in a spot you'll remember to bring it. Aim for a nutritious, filling meal.

4) Bring healthy snacks. A handful of nuts, some dried fruit and carrot sticks are easy to bring to work and will help keep that 3:00 hunger at bay.

5) Take short breaks. If you work at a computer or have to read a lot your eyes will get strained and cause headaches. Every half an hour take some deep breaths, close your eyes for a few seconds and stretch. Not only will your body thank you for the increased oxygen and tense-releasing exercise but you're head will be clearer leaving you in a better mental state to tackle tasks.

6) Time manage. As rudimentary as it might seem, writing out a task-completion chart is a great way to keep yourself on track and prioritize. With so many things buzzing through our heads each day it's easy to lose sight of your work. Write out all of your tasks and how much time should be devoted to each. It feels great to tick things off a to-do list!

By staying organized and calm you will find that your work days will become a lot less stressful and easier to manage.

Our Specialty: Age Management Facials

Keeping your skin looking young, vibrant and smooth doesn't have to be a chore. While at-home skincare is very important, you can maximize the benefits of your products by visiting the spa at least once a month.

Not only do facials relax you from head to toe but they actually improve your circulation. Facial massage is a very important part of facials because it stimulates the blood cells encouraging them to pump faster. Most people just slap on their moisturizer or facial cleanser but by gently and slowly rubbing in your products not only does your skin absorb the product better but it increases blood flow (which in turn increases cell regeneration!). At the spa every facial includes a facial, decolletage and arm massage.

We also use potent, result-oriented products that would not be suitable for the average person to be using at home... Do you really feel comfortable giving yourself an alphahydroxy acid treatment?! Probably not. But our trained professionals are more than happy to offer you clinical facials.

By having regular facials you also start to develop a "skin history". We are able to help you monitor your skin and keep on top of potential problem areas (wrinkles, redness, dryness, etc) before they become an issue. We offer a wide selection of clinical facials that can address all of your concerns.

Because we use the same brands (GM Collin and Yonka) for our facials and for our skincare line we can match your in-spa treatments to your at-home skincare regimen. You'll find that your skin repairs and rejuvenates much faster with this skincare plan because the products target the same areas.

Galvanic Spa!

Galvanic Technology has been used for decades in the spa industry but the in-spa machines were cumbersome to use; however, with the new hand held device the power of Galvanic is right at your fingertips
 to either enjoy as an add on to a treatment or you can buy the machine to use in the comfort of your own home!
    The patented hand held device uses low level galvanic (electric) currents to transport key nutrients to the skin to dramatically smooth wrinkles and lift sagging skin. It also improves the process of cleansing the skin while increasing hydration, circulation and radiance. The galvanic only works with specially charged positive & negative ion products that were created to be used with the device.      We are proud to offer the Galvanic Spa Treatment to our clients. You can do it as an add-on to super charge the results of your treatment or buy the machine and use it at home for cumulative results! The Galvanic Spa Treatment does not replace facials or a daily skincare regimen, but was created tofurther enhance the penetration and effectiveness of your products and treatments by up to 70%!
        

     As an experiment Skindulgence's Spa Director, Tazeem, had half of her face treated with the Galvanic Spa Treatment and saw changes immediately: "I noticed a difference in the depth of my smile lines around my mouth! I also noticed the treated skin was much less oily. Bonus! I am really looking forward to using the machine at home!"     

     We are certain you will be thrilled with the results,try it today and see the amazing results for yourself!  We are quite stunned at the results we have seen so far.

Call us to book your appointment 604.469.2688

Fall Nail Trends

It's time to put away the hot pinks and bright blues of summer and dust off the autumn shades. China Glaze offers a wide variety of hues that will make your nails pop!

A slightly deeper, darker alternative to the classic cherry red is China Glaze's "Masai Red". This gorgeous polish is elegant on it's own... But swipe a layer of the red-glitter polish "Ruby Pumps" on top and you've got the perfect nails for a night out!


If red is just a bit too bold, try "Secrets" by China Glaze. This deep plum has red undertones and a soft shimmery finish. It'd look fantastic on darker skin tones but will look quite striking on fairer skin as well.




Nudes and neutrals are totally in this fall but they can be hard to pull off if they are pure beige hues. Instead opt for shades with a strong undertone like China Glaze's "Channelesque" that leans towards a purple-grey base. It's very modern!

Happy Thanksgiving!

We at Skindulgence would just like to take this time to thank our loyal clients. Over the past twenty years we have developed a lasting bond with all of you and we enjoy getting to know the wonderful women and men that come into Skindulgence for ultimate relaxation. You are the reason we are leaders in the innovative spa industry; we want to offer our clients the very best in spaah-ing! We look forward to another twenty years of giving you exactly what you want and need: an intimate full-service spa that caters to individuals who believe that relaxation and rejuvenation are key for maintaining a healthy lifestyle!

Thank you,

Tazeem Jamal & Team Skindulgence