In my experience, most people do not understand the importance of using sun protection. Our body’s defense against these damaging rays’ results in thickened and darker skin. A tan is not your friend, it is a reaction to these damaging rays and the source of free radical damage. Although melanin becomes protective, it’s the process of producing the tan that causes the damage. Our melanocytes produce more granules of melanin to absorb and scatter
https://youtu.be/_td4RHcpHqA Hello everyone, welcome I'm so happy to be here. I thank Saratoga Living magazine for inviting me to spend some time with you this evening while we're all staying safely in our homes. Tonight we're going to talk about do-it-yourself beauty and wellness solutions. When we all first found out that we were going to be spending some time at home without being able to visit our favorite spa and salons
While acne is expected during teenage years, it can often follow us well into adulthood – frustrating, we know! Acne is one of the most common skin disorders in the United States affecting as many as 50 million Americans annually. While it does typically affect adolescents during puberty due to hormones, it can occur at any age. Acne occurs when pores become clogged with dead skin cells, oil, and bacteria. Acne can show up
Summer days are filled with trips to the beach with friends, lounging by the pool, and endless barbecues outside. While we’ve all found ourselves dreaming about the warmer weather, we have to be mindful of our exposure to the sun. Proper summer sun safety is essential to healthy skin - and it allows us to enjoy our time in the sun guilt-free! Why Do We Get Sunburns? The sun emits invisible rays of ultraviolet
This should come as no surprise - stress is the number one reason people visit a spa! We generally use the word "stress" when we’re feeling overwhelmed and can’t cope with the pressures placed upon us. Life is full of near-constant triggers that we all must navigate, but are you aware of the effects of stress on your body and well-being? Have you noticed a dull, lingering ache in your neck or your head?
The Importance Of A Healthy Gut And What You Need To Know Some of our body’s most important players are found in the gut. In fact, about 80% of the body’s immune system resides in the lining of it, and 70% of our white blood cells are found there. Hippocrates, traditionally regarded as the father of medicine, said that all disease begins in the gut, which is why it’s important that we focus on
Get Ready For A Healthy Heart! The month of February is American Heart Month! During February, organizations and communities all over the country are spreading the word about heart disease and encouraging people to make smarter lifestyle choices. Even the TODAY Show recently aired a segment about improving your heart health through simple exercises! According to the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion heart disease is the leading cause of death for men
Holiday Beauty Essentials & What You Need To Know Tis’ the season of fun and festive holiday makeup! Whether you're hosting or attending your company's festive get-together, the perfect red lip, bold wing liner and fluffy lashes are essential to creating a iconic holiday makeup look. Here are a few of my holiday faves! Kevyn Aucoin’s The Molten Matte Lip Color A long wearing matte liquid lipstick formulated with Camellia oil and Vitamin E
Complexions Spa for Beauty & Wellness is celebrating its 30th anniversary this November with an open house and sweepstakes. Founded in 1987 by Denise Dubois, Complexions Spa and its team of talented professionals have dedicated themselves to making Capital Region residents look and feel their best. With one eco-friendly spa in Saratoga Springs and a LEED-Certified spa in Albany, Complexions offers superior services in skincare and body care, as well as medi-spa, hair, nail and
From Beauties to Beasts, and Old Witches to Clowns The days of basic (boring) cat makeup with whiskers and spots drawn on with eyeliner are officially a thing of the past! Now, your Halloween costume is simply not complete unless you get a little creative with your makeup application — something our talented makeup artists at Complexions know a thing or two about! One of the most exciting parts about Halloween is having
