Pure Fiji Sugar Rub is made up of fresh sugar cane crystals.
Containing naturally occurring alpha hydroxyl acids to buff away the dead skin cells and to also clean and unclog pores.
This sugar rub is made up of a cold pressed virgin coconut oil and exotic nut extracts, these combined, nourish and seal in moisture on the skin.
This sugar rub will leave your skin feeling smoother, nourished and with a healthy glow.
All Pure Fiji Products are available in salon and online.
Vitamin C promotes collagen production, which can thicken the dermis layer of the skin, to help diminish fine lines and is essential for firm, youthful looking skin.
Because of its antioxidant properties, vitamin C aids in your skins natural regeneration process, which helps your body repair damaged skin cells.
Vitamin C's skin saving benefits are not just limited to its antioxidant properties, It has a lot of other skin saving properties.
Because vitamin C is highly acidic when it is used on the skin, the skin is triggered to heal itself by accelerating the production of collagen and elastin. In helping to promote collagen and elastin in the skin, this can help to prevent premature ageing of the skin.
Vitamin C is a product everyone should have in beauty routine.
Products we stock in the salon and online that have a good level of Vitamin C in them are the following:
Mesoestetic Energy C skincare range is a great way to get that vitamin C glow into your skin.
Mesoestetic AOX Ferulic Serum is another great product that prevents and works against cell damage.
Benefits of removing your makeup at night.
Sometimes it can be hard to remember to wash your face before bed, It can be tempting to just slide under the covers after a long, busy day!
During the day the surface of your skin builds up dead skin cells, oil,bacteria, sweat and other environmental debris.
The skin renews itself while you sleep, so sleeping with your makeup on can lead to breakouts,which can cause blackheads and clogged pores, this can be detrimental for people that have sensitive skin or acne prone skin.
Not removing your makeup at night can also cause irritation to your skin and also cause your skin to age earlier.
That’s why it is important to use a makeup remover before going to bed, and then cleanse, tone and moisturise your face to help your skin breathe and recover while you sleep.
Product of the week
ADASHIKO COLLAGEN HYDRA+ GOLD SERUM:
Adashiko Collagen Hydra+ Gold serum is an advanced overnight treatment designed to replenish and hydrate the skin while using proven ingredients to minimise the signs of ageing and improve skin tone.
Provides an instant surge of moisture for dry and dehydrated skin, leaving it smooth, plump and radiant.
Potent antioxidants offer anti-aging benefits and protection and plant based extracts brighten the complexion.
Marine Collagen Peptides increase moisture levels in the skin and smooth skin texture.
Japanese Gold Leaf , sourced from Kanazawa, Japan can improve the circulation to the skin to boost oxygen flow.
Sodium Hyaluronate is the best version of Hyaluronic acid available. Sodium Hyaluronate binds to water and boosts hydration instantly, leaving skin looking smooth and plump.
Jojoba seed Oil, offers deep nourishment and hydration with antioxidants, omega 3 fatty acids and vitamins A,D & E.
Vitamin C Increases hydration, improves skin tone and provides antioxidant protection.
Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant to help protect from environmental stresses and fight the signs of ageing.
The benefits of this collagen serum provides instant hydration and moisture, brightens the skin and increases radiance, protects and nourishes skin overnight, reduces the visible signs of ageing, and improves the appearance and condition of dry and dehydrated skin.
Come in and grab one from us today or order online
SATURDAY EDUCATIONAL
SUNSCREEN
We all want youthful, and healthy looking skin. But overexposure to sunlight can increase the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Using sunscreen can help protect against the harmful effects of premature ageing or skin ageing.
One of the most obvious and notable benefits of sunscreen is that it protects your skin against the sun's broad spectrum of harmful UV rays.
Sunscreen actually minimizes the penetration of UV rays into the skin and the triggering of a variety of skin disorders. Even the mildest of sunburn can have damaging effect so it is important to protect your skin.
Some people dread the thought of wearing sunscreen every day. They think it may cause them to break out or make their skin appear oily.
Thankfully, skin care products have come a long way. It is all about finding the right sunscreen products for you, your skin, and your routine, The type of product you use will depend on the length of time you plan to spend out in the sun and the activities you'll be doing, products that are best for daily use.
Mesoprotech anti-aging body sun mist provides a high protection against solar radiation. Fresh,ultra light, fast absorbing texture. Ideal for outdoor use and sport. It can be applied even on wet for sweaty skin without leaving a greasy residue after application.
Mesoestetic anti-aging facial spray mist provides a very high sun protection. Fresh, Ultra light texture, with no oily residue. Ideal to take along with you and reapply in the daytime. Suitable after makeup.
Mesoprotech melan 130+ pigment control is great for skin with pigmentation imperfections. Very high factor sun protection with UVB 131 and UVA 67 colour. A depigmenting ingredient helps regulate melanin synthesis by reinforcing the preventative anti spot action. A coloured texture that provides a natural tone and softens imperfections, unifying the skin tone.
Pop on in today to grab your sunscreen
Product of the week
REVITALASH AVANCED LASH SERUM
Original one of a kind Ophthalmologist developed lash conditioner that enhances the look of lashes and protects against breakage, while improving health, flexibility and strength, for lashes that thrive, naturally.
98% Improved lash appearance*
98% Healthier-looking lashes*
98% Stronger Lashes*
95% More Attractive Lashes*
*Survey results from an independent 8-week consumer study including women and men.
So come in and grab your Revitalash advanced Lash serum today
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We offer different Pedicure packages, so jump online today and secure your Pedicure appointment with Amber
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Jane Iredale Pure Mineral Pressed Powder is the perfect semi-matte powder foundation for even the most sensitive skin types. This powder also delivers a sheer semi-matte finish.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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This pressed powder has micronised minerals, which makes this product feel weightless on the skin, and it also offers the benefits of a broad spectrum sunscreen, it also has an antioxidant rich formula that helps to protect against UV/ UVA & UVB.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀
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Amber offers a 30 minute makeup consultation, that is $40 and fully redeemable on Jane Iredale products purchased.
Mesoestetics melatonin ampoules
An intensive anti-aging night treatment that favours the skin regeneration process to counteract the action of external aggressions during the day.
Prevents and corrects the effect of skin ageing. It’s concentrated formula has a synergistic action as it boosts night time repair processes and accelerates antioxidant defence mechanism.
It’s rich texture leaves the skin feeling soft.
Available in salon and online
The unique, multi-ingredient, melanin-inhibiting depigmentation peel is suitable for all skin types.
The Cosmelan procedure reduces the skin’s natural melanin production by restricting the production of melanin to provide an even complexion.
Dull skin, dark spots, dry areas, blemishes, and even acne scars can all be significantly decreased with the peel.
The ongoing use of the Cosmelan II cream for post-salon treatment will continue to reduce the likelihood of the hyper-pigmentation returning.
Cosmelan is up to 95% effective for dramatically addressing areas of hyperpigmentation, melisma, and blotchy or scarred skin.
If you are undergoing any other skin treatments, especially ones which include glycolic acid, you must stop these completely at least one week prior to attending your Cosmelan Depigmentation treatment.
The Cosmelan Depigmentation treatment can only be administered by trained professionals and you should continue with the support products at home, on a daily basis, according to the guidelines indicated.
Step 1: FREE Skin Consultation
Book into today for a full skin assessment and consultation to discuss your skin and realistic desired results.
Step 2: The In-Salon Mask
Our trained cosmetic professionals will clean and prep your skin
The Mesoestetic Cosmelan mask is evenly applied in a thick layer
The mask may lightly sting upon application, but the sensation will quickly dissipate
Depending on the level of correction needed, the mask must stay on between eight and twelve hours
You will be given detailed instructions for the appropriate removal methods for how and when to take the mask off at home
Verdo will provide you with a full after-care kit and guidelines for use
Step 2: The Home Care Regimen
At the specified time, remove the Cosmelan mask with the gentle, neutral cleanser provided
Immediately apply the Mesoetetic Melan recovery cream to comfort the skin and protect moisture
You may experience slight peeling and redness
Apply the Cosmelan II cream, which will be provided to you on your 3rd visit to the clinic. This will need to be applied two to three times a day for two weeks followed by the Melan Recovery cream : The clinic will provide indept details of your treatment plan.
Use the Melan 130+ Pigment Control to mitigate sun exposure to your sensitive skin
After the first 14 days, Cosmelan II can be applied once daily to prevent hyperpigmentation.
Further follow up visit may be arrange to review your progress
Photos from Mesoestetics clinics around the world.
Have you used HA Densimatrix yet?⠀
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The formula of ha densimatrix contains three unique complexes with synergistic action that provide unique efficacy results:⠀
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-HA densimatrix® complex: It combines hyaluronic acid in several molecular forms (cross-linked, high, middle and low) with an active ingredient that enhances endogenous synthesis. Provides a filling action and a deep, long-lasting moisturising action for greater juiciness, elasticity and turgor of tissues.⠀
-Anti-hyaluronidase complex: It protects from hyaluronic acid degradation by inhibiting the action of the hyaluronidase enzyme and blocking the oxidation caused by external aggression's.⠀
-Antiaging pro complex: It firms intensely the tissues and prevents wrinkle formation by improving the synthesis of skin support fibres: collagen and elastin
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BLUE LIGHT - How our screens are effecting our skin.
As with any other radiation, overexposure to blue light accelerates skin aging. With the increasing presence of devices such as cell phones, computers or tablets in our daily life, it is important that we know how to protect our skin.
We have highly internalised the damage caused by UVA and UVB rays on our skin, but ultraviolet rays are not the only ones to which we must pay attention. Today it is also important to become aware of how we should protect ourselves from blue light radiation from exposure:
* To sun rays
* To the screens of cell phones, tablets or computers, devices which are increasingly present in our daily life.
One of the damages caused on the skin is oxidation, and the acceleration of this oxidative stress is one of the main causes of skin aging.
Blue light also generates dryness in the skin, as it induces a reduction of aquaporins, the molecules responsible for maintaining skin hydration level. In addition, it activates the metalloproteinases that accelerate collagen destruction, causing signs of flaccidity and appearance of wrinkles.
Finally, contact with blue light can trigger the formation of spots thanks to a molecule called opsin 3, which is involved in the entire process.
Some products that act as a technological shield, protecting us from these damages, as they contain active substances that fulfil an antioxidant action. The antioxidant cell protector concentrate aox ferulic acts as a biological protector against oxidation caused by blue light sources. In addition, it enhances collagen synthesis and protects the cells responsible for producing it, promoting skin elasticity and turgor.
It is also important to get a sunscreen, which not only protects us from UVB and UVA rays, but also from visible light, and mainly from blue light. mesoprotech is the innovative range that offers the most advanced, complete photoprotection technology, by protecting against the harmful effects of UVB and UVA radiation, as well as against infra-red radiation (IR) and visible light (HEV).
AOX Ferulic is available in salon and online.
www.verdo.co.nz
Winter is coming, and its the time of year, our skin, hair and nails really suffers. So here is some of my top tips for keeping everything looking amazing over this colder season:
Avoid hot hot showers or baths - Its easy to try and keep warm in water, but it washes away your skins protective layer, making it dry and tight.
Use a thick body butter - Use this where you can, and often. This will help not only hydrate your skin, but protect it too against the drying effects of the bitter cold weather.
Use night time to heal your lips - The perfect time to load up your lips with soothing, healing, hydrating balm. Our lips are always exposed no matter how much we cover up, and your lips will need some TLC at night time.
Keep your hair glowing by using treatments - Much like our skin, our hair is often exposed to the elements. Using a thick treatment conditioner twice a week, will help lock in moisture and keep your hair looking soft and luscious.
Avoid over washing your hair - Washing your hair not only cleans it, but It will strip out your natural oils that will protect your hair. Use dry shampoo to keep your hair looking clean.
Don't leave your nails naked - Having something on them (shellac, Polish etc) will help keep them protected. A common myth is that your nails need to breath, this is just that, a myth. Your nails absorb oils, but they don't breath.
Use regular cuticle oil - Much like everything else, our nails are often exposed to the elements. Keeping them hydrated, will not only keep them healthy, but it will stop those dry cuticles that we often chew away at when they are dry and scratching.
Lotion, lotion and more lotion - Keep those hands and nails lotion'ed up. That will help protect your skin from the elements and keep them looking young and smooth.
Wear Gloves - Chemicals etc will not only dry out your skin, but will strip your nails of their natural oils. Over winter you want to keep as much of those oils on your skin as possible.
So I am a big believer in internal health as much as external. So when I started noticing one of my knees making a horrible sound, it started worrying me, and so I did my research.
Whats the one thing we need, but diminishes as we get older….collagen. So I again did more research and came across Adashiko Collagen, thought I would give this a try. The reason I did was I am able to put the powder into my coffee, a lot of powders aren’t heat stable, which means they become useless when you get them into heat. Im not a smoothie drinker, nor do I like taking things with water. The collagen is totally flavourless. I have heard of other brands that are good, but the after taste is horrible.
I had been on the Ultra Collagen for just over a month, when I noticed clients commenting on my skin a little more than usual. Not collating the two, I just kinda brushed it off, until my appearance medicine doctor (the lady who does my boxtox) commented on how great my skin was doing. I told her that I wasn’t doing anything new for my skin, but I was taking collagen for my knee….her comment…”well there you go”.
What I had noticed on my skin was when I didn’t have makeup on, my skin looked glowy and healthy, and that often I didn’t feel the need to cover it. From there I am now starting to notice stronger nails, and I am getting new fluffies growing in my hair (which means new hair growth).
The other thing I have noticed, is I have lost a little bit of weight, I don’t weigh myself at all (thats depressing), however, I am feeling good about myself. Nothing has really changed in my world apart from collagen powder. I did some research around the weight loss factors and side effects may include:
May Building muscle and fat loss
May Reducing cellulite
May Improve Digestive Health
It also suppresses your appetite due to the amino acid profile.
So overall, what started as an exercise in trying to protect the cartilage around my knee, ended up being a wee gem, a great find and my clients are loving it.
I have also been using their Collagen and Noni gel as well, this beautiful gel works perfecting morning and night, and goes on beautifully and if full of all the good things in life.
Everything I sell on my online store comes with the “Amber uses it guarantee”, I have tried and tested and love everything in my online store, and I know you will too.
Check it out HERE
At the end of August, we launched a brand new treatment in our salon.
With Amber completing her diploma in brow design and microblading. With Ambers passion of creating beautiful brows, she thought it perfect to be able to offer out this service in salon.
What is microblading/feather stroke eyebrow tattooing?
For more information or pricing visit our website
I sat down with Francie from Blume and Darling to go over the prep for your wedding.
In August of 2016, by readers vote, Amber was voted as one of Auckland's top 10 Beauty Therapists, but Urban list.
Ambers passion for her craft really shows in her work, and clients often are on waiting lists for her to do their nails, hair and makeup and spray tans.
Check out the listing here
Here is a live stream about our makeup school, makeup consults and all things makeup.
Here is a Purple Smokey Eye I did a few years back.
Enjoy x