Eyelash extensions are applied on a lash-by-lash basis for a totally natural look. When properly applied, eyelash extensions can last from up to six to eight weeks.
Eyelash Extensions
Research Says Massage May Help Infants Sleep More, Cry Less And Be Less Stressed
ScienceDaily (Nov. 9, 2006) — New research by a team at the University of Warwick says that massage may help infants aged under six months sleep better, cry less and be less stressed.
The team of researchers from Warwick Medical School and the Institute of Education at the University of Warwick was led by Angela Underdown. They looked at nine studies of massage of young children covering a total of 598 infants aged under six months. They found the various studies showed a range of significant results including indications that infants who were massaged cried less, slept better, and had lower levels of stress hormones such as cortisol compared to infants who did not receive massage.
Read more
Infant Massage and Foster Parents
Children’s Research Triangle (CRT) provides comprehensive medical, psychological and educational assessment services for foster, adoptive, and biological families who have concerns about any aspect of the ir child’s development. Children are often referred to CRT when there are uncertainties about the impact of their prenatal substance exposures or post-natal neglect or trauma on the child’s quality of life. Our comprehensive assessment process becomes the cornerstone of educational and treatment planning.
Read more
Benefits of Sports Massage
Sports Massage can:
|
10 Tips to Get the Most From Your Massage
Before you begin to enjoy your spa experience, learn about these 10 tips to get the most from your time with Valencia!
Read more
Types of Massage
There are many types of massage and sometimes massage techniques become fashionable. Though some consumers may know a specific massage modality or technique they want, it is generally best to ask your massage therapist what massage modality will give you the results you want. Most massage therapists use a variety of massage modalities or types in a massage session to best achieve desired results.
Read more
After the Massage
Here are some tips for after the massage:
|
Read more
What is Waxing
Waxing is the most common of hair-removal techniques in spas today. In this treatment, cool or warm wax adheres to the hair and is pulled off in strips. There are two types of wax: hard and soft. Hard wax is usually better for more delicate areas like the face underarms, and bikini because it is easier on the skin. Soft wax is good for the coarser hair on the legs, arms back, and chest.
Read more
What is Microdermabrasion?
Microdermabrasion was first adopted in Europe and was not introduced to the United States until the 1990s. Its introduction led to the revolution of device-driven, noninvasive cosmetic procedures. Today, microdermabrasion remains one of the most popular services employed in both medical and day spas. In the most commonly used method of microdermabrasion, a wand sprays fine crystals across the skin while dead cells are vacuumed off using a small suction device attached to the wand. Some compare the process to mild “sandblasting” of the skin. The suction stimulation alone boosts blood circulation and revitalizes collagen production, which instigates the regrowth of new younger-looking skin. The degree of exfoliation depends on the number and speed of passes over the skin, level of crystal spray, degree of suction, and the frequency and consistency of treatments.
Read more
What is a Facial?
A facial is a professional cleansing, purifying, and beautifying treatment of the skin on the face and neck. There are several variations of facials, including mini facials, detoxifying facials, anti-aging facials, facials that highlight special ingredients, like herbs or antioxidants, moisturizing facials, pore-refining facials, aromatherapy facials, and many more. A typical facial deeply cleanses and freshens the skin by exfoliating away dead skin cells. The objective of a classic European facial is to maintain soft, unblemished, well-hydrated skin.
Read more
What is Ethetics?
Esthetics is the application of various treatments to the skin’s epidermal layer. In other words, esthetics is all about healthy skin. Some of the techniques used by estheticians—or skin care professionals—include facial steaming, wrapping, exfoliation, waxing, pore cleansing, extraction, and chemical peels. Professionals give personal guidance on the latest in skin care maintenance and excel at helping clients apply makeup skillfully to conceal scars and imperfections. Central to this specialty is the use of creams, lotions, wraps, clay or gel masks, and salt scrubs. Some technicians may also utilize machines to help deliver high-tech services. Esthetic practice is different from dermatology in that it specifically excludes diagnosis, prescription, or any other service, procedure, or therapy that requires a medical license. If you’re being treated by a dermatologist, your esthetician will provide complementary and support therapies. In addition, estheticians are trained and licensed to recognize early signs of many medical conditions, including skin cancer, and will refer you to a dermatologist in such a case.
Read more
