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Esthetician Advice
Cleanse. Tone. Exfoliate.
How many times have we heard this mantra. Washing your face is the most basic and essential step of any routine. It provides moisture and blood flow to the surface. Toning the skin
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Do I have sensitive skin?
Skin that’s quick to blush, itch, bump, or rash, or defaults often to dryness, needs careful care to stay moist, calm, and healthy. You can give your sensitive skin a boost by choosing products designed to cater to its needs. Typically, the fewer ingredients in a product, the better the chances it won’t irritate your […]
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What are the main differences between seeing a dermatologist versus an esthetician
An esthetician will be more knowledgeable about your skin care routine. A dermatologist can prescribe topical or oral medication. From an acne perspective, both offer effective solutions. Seeing an esthetician or a dermatologist can both offer great results. We treat all our guests with the goal of results and satisfaction. #Mainstreetdayspa#Skinconcerns#Goodadvice#Education#Facial#LindaMiller
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Large pores. How to shrink them.
1. The most immediate way to reduce the appearance of large pores is through exfoliation. Simply one use of a gentle scrub or leaving a gentle serum on the skin overnight will give instant improvement. Once the skin is exfoliated, it’s important to use a good moisturizer to give the skin hydration so the pores stay plump. […]
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Dehydration and Exfoliation
Scrub your skin. This is one of the most important steps in a facial skincare ritual that I am forever amazed so many leave out at Main Street Day Spa. Aveda has a wonderful skin resurfacing scrub in which bamboo is used to gently but effectively act as a manual exfoliation and is crucial to […]
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How often should I exfoliate?
It is recommended that you exfoliate your face at least twice a week. But if you have sensitive skin, you can exfoliate once a week, as it might cause some skin irritation. If you live in a warmer climate or you have oily skin, you can exfoliate more than twice a week to get rid […]
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Can I get waxed on my period?
I wouldn’t recommend a bikini or Brazilian wax on your period, as this skin is more sensitive and could make the process more uncomfortable. But if you don’t generally have sensitive skin or have not had an adverse reaction in the past, removing other body hair or facial hair should be okay.
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Dermaplaning
Dermaplaning, also called “Blading”, is a method of exfoliation that consists of using a surgical blade to gently remove the top layer of dulling dead skin cells in order to reveal a smoother, brighter complexion. In addition to this lovely treatment, it removes all the vellus hair. #Dermaplaning #facials #exfoliation #Aveda Main Street Day Spa […]
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Fallacy and facts about sunscreen moisturizers
“I tan easily. I don’t need sunscreen.” While it’s true that darker skin is less likely to burn from sun exposure, this does not mean the skin is not being damaged Continual exposure to UV rays causes cumulative damage to the skin structures, elastin and collagen fibrils.
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Antiage with Antioxidants
Reducing wrinkles probably have more to do with what you put in your body than what you put on it. Carotenoids: Best food sources~ Butternut squash, carrots and spinach. Polyphenols: Best food sources~ Coffee, dark chocolate, red wine and tea. Vitamin C: Best food sources~ Bell peppers, citrus, red cabbage, and strawberries. One way to achieve […]
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