Gift Ideas for Holidays

The holidays are quickly approaching and as we all know finding the perfect gift isn't always easy. At Advanced Body Care we have a lot of new products and gift sets to make your holiday shopping a little bit easier. From skin care to candles we have a little something for everyone.

Here are some of our newest gifts for the season...

It's all about the Glitz and Glow this holiday season!
Image Skincare Glitz and Glow Gift Set $79.90
This limited edition holiday gift box includes everything for flawless skin with a full morning and evening skincare regimen.
Includes:
the Max Facial Cleanser
A daily, acid-free, sulfate-free and paraben-free gentle cleanser to balance and optimize skin's pH. Plant derived stem cells as well as plant extracts nourish skin and protect from environmental pollutants.
Vital C Hydrating Anti-Aging Serum
A hydrating serum that incorporates the new technology of oil-soluble vitamin C with the highest bio-availability to immediately soothe the visible effects of environmentally damaged skin. Vitamins A, E and highly potent anti-oxidants nourish the skin to create a healthy, youthful glow. 
Daily Defense Moisturizer SPF 30 
Lightweight, paraben-free, ultra-sheer UVA/UVB broad spectrum moisturizer. Provides ultimate protection against the aging effects of the sun and environmental exposures. Contains potent anti-oxidant thiotaine as well as other essential vitamins to prevent free radical damage. 
Vital C Hydrating Repair Creme
An ultra-hydrating anti-oxidant repair creme. Vitamins A, C, and E nourish and protect akin daily for ultimate anti-aging benefits. 

Eminence Vanilla Almond Gift Set $30
Indulge your senses with the Vanilla Almond Gift Set from Eminence, the perfect luxurious introduction to our organic skin care products!
Includes:
Vanilla Almond Hand & Cuticle Cream
Vanilla Almond Shimmer Body Lotion

Voluspa Candles $9-$27
Voluspa Candles are beautifully and thoughtfully packaged and come in an array of luxurious scents. Undeniably the "Chanel" of candles, Voluspa makes the perfect gift. 

NEW! Pure Fiji
It has been over a millennium since South Pacific Islanders sailed their open canoes across the Pacific, using stars, wind, wave rolls, and the warm Pacific ocean currents to move from one island to the next. Prior to civilization of the Pacific , these liquid currents were also a sea-lane for a flotilla of drift nuts and flowering plants that traveled the South Seas until they were washed ashore on our sandy beaches. Famed for their beauty, Pacific Islanders discovered early on the power of these exotic nuts which were used to cleanse , soften and protect their skin and hair.

We carry many Pure Fiji body products from lotions to sugar scrubs in scents like pineapple, coconut, and white gingerlily. These make a great gift or stocking stuffer for anyone.

Post Summer Skin Care

My favorite season is Fall and I am so excited the cooler weather is here!  Fall is also known as the season of change.  Time to review old habits that might not be working for you and make changes. It is also the perfect time to change up your skincare products and treatments. I see quite a few clients this time of year with what is considered to be "Post Summer Skin".  Skin that maybe got a little too much sun and might appear uneven and dull or maybe skin that  was coated with  layers and layers of sunscreen and now feels and looks a little congested.  Here are a few tips to get rid of that post summer skin and go into Fall with radiant, beautiful skin!

1) Choose a gentle cleanser that can be used twice a day without overdrying the skin. Avoid cleansers or soaps that contain Sodium Lauryl Sulfate which is a foaming agent that strips your natural moisture. Keeping the skin clean without overdrying will help to prevent breakouts and premature aging of the skin.

2) Exfoliate the skin no more than 3 times a week. Overexfoliation leads to irritation, inflammation and dryness which can also lead to more breakouts and premature aging of the skin.  Use of a gentle enzyme exfoliant is recommended for those with rosacea or sensitive skin.  Scrubs that contain micro beads (not apricot shells) can be used for thicker, oilier skin.  Remember to never scrub active acne as this may lead to more breakouts.

3) Consider a post summer skin care treatment. Peels are a good option this time of year especially if there is some damage from the sun. Peels can help reduce sun/age spots and fine lines and wrinkles.  Keep in mind  that multiple treatments and a good home care regimen are recommended to get the best results.

4) Get moving!  Exercising 20 minutes a day will help to rid the body of toxins and increase oxygen.  Increased oxygen levels in the body will reduce inflammation in the skin and keeps cells from aging. It also helps to reduce acne breakouts.

5) Wear sunscreen.  Many people believe that sunscreen only needs to be worn in the summer.  However, we are exposed to UVA/UVB all year round.  UVA rays are long invisible rays that are considered to age the skin.  These rays are invisible and will penetrate through glass.  UVB rays are shorter rays that are known to tan or burn the skin. We are exposed to UVB rays more in the summer but we still need to protect agains UVA.  Make sure a good sunscreen is applied to the skin daily.

6) Lastly, choose a good moisturizer.  Cooler weather can dry the skin out as well as indoor heating.  Make sure to protect the skin with a scarf on a brisk day and keep the skin hydrated.  The moisturizer you were using during the summer months may not be enough for the fall weather.

As always, I offer complimentary skin consultations, so if you are not quite sure what you should be using on your skin or what treatment would be good for you, please come in and see me!

Happy Fall!
Megan

Airbrush Tanning - Is it safe??

Recently, there have been some concerns in the media about the use of DHA for airbrush tanning, and whether or not it is potentially harmful to your health. At Advanced Body Care, we are committed to your health, so we want to clear up any confusion you may have with airbrush tanning safety.

The most important thing to remember is that, when used according to FDA guidelines, DHA is perfectly safe. DHA has been FDA approved for years for external application. What has recently come into question is what happens if the product gets into your eyes, mucous membranes, is inhaled or ingested?  Here is what the FDA says about that;

The FDA advises asking the following questions when considering commercial facilities where DHA is applied by spraying or misting:

• Are consumers protected from exposure in the entire area of the eyes, in addition to the eyes themselves?
• Are consumers protected from exposure on the lips and all parts of the body covered by mucous membrane?
• Are consumers protected from internal exposure caused by inhaling or ingesting the product?

We have always had the proper protection available to our airbrush tanning clients. Going forward, we will offer every client the following options; 

• Goggles or Wink-Ease to keep the product out of the eye area.

• Vaseline to use as a barrier on the lips to keep the product out of the mouth.

• Nose filters or dust masks to keep from inhaling the solution.

Remember, the FDA hasn't issued any statements to say the that DHA is dangerous when it is ingested. But, we can take these precautions to make sure that you have a safe airbrush tanning experience.

  

Dermasound Ultrasonic Facial Treatment

I attended a refresher class yesterday on the Dermasound Ultrasonic Facial Treatment. It is one of the fabulous services offered at Advanced Body Care!! There are so many treatments available to the consumer that it is really hard to decide who to go to and what treatments are really effective. I learned yesterday the Dermasound machine has the largest study ever done on a piece of esthetic equipment. So exciting!!! So what exactly is an Ultrasonic Facial treatment? It is actually 3 treatments in one. The first process is a ultrasonic exfoliation using water and ultrasonic waves. Just as effective as microdermabrasion but much gentler on the skin and also creates micro-pathway's for products to penetrate evenly and deeply. The second process is an infusion of products into the skin. Depending on the condition, products with stem cells and peptides for wrinkles can be infused, or benzoyl peroxide can be used for acne. Products that help calm redness associated with rosacea can also be used. During the infusion process the products are reaching a level to where they can actually help the health of a damaged cell. The final step is microcurrent. Microcurrent has the capability of stimulating collagen (which breaks down as we age and causes those pesky wrinkles) and reducing redness and inflammation in the skin! Such an amazing treatment and the best thing is that it is actually quite relaxing to have done. The other benefit is there is no down time! The show " The Dr's" also promoted this treatment on their show because the results are so amazing! I would encourage you to give it a try sometime so you can see the results for yourself!

Product Junkie!

I have to admit I am a self confessed product junkie! I have a cupboard full of products that I may have used once or not at all. Hair, skin and body products galore! My husband doesn't understand the need for so many beauty products, but I try to tell him they all serve a purpose in my daily/weekly regimen. Being in the beauty industry, it is very easy to accumulate all these products. We receive samples from vendors, trade shows, classes, but then I thought, if all these companies paid less money to hand out hundreds of thousands of samples that may or may not get used and put that money into making a healthier, safer product, wouldn't that be great? We use things everyday that contain harmful ingredients that over time can lead to certain illnesses. Chemicals such as fragrance, parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, etc should be avoided if possible. The reason these companies use these ingredients is because it is cheaper and therefore, they can make more of a profit off the product. I am bothered by this because these big companies only care about making money off me, but have no concern about my health and safety. So, I decided to only use products that did not contain these harmful ingredients in my daily and weekly regimen. I also wanted a healthy product line I could use on my clients and feel comfortable with the fact that I am actually nourishing their skin instead of harming it. My two favorite lines by far are Eminence Organic Skin Carehttp://eminenceorganics.com and Image Skin Care.http://imageskincare.com I've seen amazing results in my skin as well as my clients skin. Gone are the days of redness, itchiness, dryness and irritation!!! The Eminence products are composed of raw fruits and vegetables and cold pressed which means the nutrients and minerals are still intact. They smell amazing as it is the natural scent of the fruit or plant being used. The Image products are more of a medically based skin care line with utilizing peptides, vitamin C, green tea and plant based stem cells which are great for aging skin and reducing inflammation. I've seen amazing results with both lines and cannot wait to share them with you!

Rochester Patch talking about Advanced Body Care

Beat the Winter Blahs With the Glow From an Organic Facial

Start the New Year with Color with an Airbrush Tan

Hooray for Advanced Body Care!

Just wanted to share a few friendly nods that we have received lately. :)

Best Spray Tan Salons In Detroit - CBS Local Detroit - Fantastic!!!!

Best Waxing in Detroit - Click On Detroit Vote 4 The Best Contest - Blushing!!!

We are so very flattered!!!

I have been a blogging slacker :/

My new years resolution was to start blogging more. So here we are, half way through February, and I haven't blogged once! Shame, shame......

So here is what is new with us; We moved to our new location on August 1st 2011, and things have been amazing! We are now located on the northeast corner of Walton and Livernois in the Boulevard Shoppes. We have a much larger, brand new, and modern facility. We have 2 Airbrush Tanning Rooms, a Waxing Room, a Laser Hair Removal Room, and a Facial Treatment Room.

Megan Wilson joined our team, with a wealth of knowledge on everything you need to know to improve your skin. She has 12 years of esthetician experience, and is continually educating herself on the latest and greatest in the Spa industry. She is offering a very expansive list of skin care services, including amazing organic facials, several different types of peels, the Dermasound Ultrasonic Facial, and Reiki.

With spring coming up quickly, we are approaching our busy season. Waxing season is upon us as everyone is preparing for their winter vacations, and spring breaks. Now that we have 2 airbrush tanning rooms, we will be able to accommodate so many more clients that we could at our previous location.

We are carrying 2 amazing lines of Skincare products. Eminence Organic Skincare , and Image Skincare . We use these 2 product lines in all of the skincare treatments that we offer, and we have an impressive amount of skincare products for sale for home care.

We also started carrying Voluspa Candles, Serious Serum for post waxing, and Norvell Sunless for Airbrush tanning maintenance.

We are so happy for all the support from our wonderful clients. Referrals are the best compliment, and we are so flattered with the amount of people referring their friends and loved ones! We are going to be rolling out a referral program soon to reward you for spreading the word about Advanced Body Care Rochester.

Thanks for all your continued support, and cheers to a wonderful 2012!