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Facials are a series of treatments meant to improve the look, feel, and composition of skin on the face and neck. There are dozens of different facials, often geared toward certain conditions or beauty wishes, such as reducing acne or fine lines. A European facial is a basic treatment meant to generally improve the look of skin. A European facial is often considered a great “introductory” facial, as it uses basic and uncomplicated steps to provide glowing, healthy skin.

Waxing:

Waxing is a form of semi-permanent hair removal which removes the hair from the root. New hair will not grow back in the previously waxed area for four to six weeks, although some people will start to see regrowth in only a week due to some of their hair being on a different growth cycle. Almost any area of the body can be waxed, including eyebrows, face, p***c area (called bikini waxing), legs, arms, back, abdomen and feet. There are many types of waxing suitable for removing unwanted hair.

Hair coloring

Hair coloring is the process of adding pigment to or removing pigment from the hair shaft. Hair coloring processes may be referred to as coloring or bleaching, depending on whether you are adding or removing pigment.

Temporary hair tints simply coat the shaft with pigments which later wash off.

Most permanent color changes require that the cuticle of the hair be opened so the color change can take place within the cuticle. This process, which uses chemicals to alter the structure of the hair, can damage the cuticle or internal structure of the hair, leaving it dry, weak, or prone to breakage. After the hair processing, the cuticle may not fully close, which results in coarse hair or an accelerated loss of pigment. Generally, the lighter the chosen color from one's initial hair color, the more damaged it may be. Other options for applying color to hair besides chemical dyes include the use of such herbs as henna and indigo, or choosing ammonia-free solutions.

Split ends:

Split ends, known formally as trichoptilosis, happen when the protective cuticle has been stripped away from the ends of hair fibers.

This condition involves a longitudinal splitting of the hair fiber. Any chemical or physical trauma, such as heat, that weathers the hair may eventually lead to split ends. Typically, the damaged hair fiber splits into two or three strands and the split may be two to three centimeters in length. Split ends are most often observed in long hair but also occur in short hair that is not in good condition.

As hair grows, the natural protective oils of the scalp can fail to reach the ends of the hair. The ends are considered old once they reach about 10 centimeters since they have had long exposure to the sun, gone through many shampoos and may have been overheated by hair dryers and hot irons. This all results in dry, brittle ends which are prone to splitting. Infrequent trims and lack of hydrating treatments can intensify this condition.

One way to distribute the hair's natural oils through the hair is by brushing with a natural bristle brush. The natural bristles effectively move the oil from the scalp through to the hair's mid-lengths and ends, nourishing these parts of the hair. Brushing the scalp also stimulates the sebaceous gland, which in turn produces more sebum. When sebum and sweat combine on the scalp surface, they help to create the acid mantle, which is the skin's own protective layer.

NAIL GROWTH

-Fingernails grow faster than toenails – especially on your dominant hand.
-On average, fingernails grow 3.5 millimeters (mm) per month, while toenails grow an average of 1.6 mm per month.1
-Nail growth rates depend on age, health status, time of year, activity level, and heredity.
-Women’s nails grow more slowly than men’s, except possibly during pregnancy.
-Nails grow more rapidly in summer than in winter.
-Nail growth is affected by disease, nutrition, medications, trauma, chronic illness, fever, and the aging process.

TIPS FOR KEEPING NAILS HEALTHY

-Keep nails clean and dry to prevent bacteria from collecting under the nail.
-Cut your fingernails and toenails straight across and rounded slightly in the center. This keeps your nails strong and helps avoid ingrown toenails.
-When toenails are thick and difficult to cut, soak feet in warm salt water (one teaspoon of salt per pint of water) for five to 10 minutes, then apply urea or lactic acid cream. This softens the nails, making them easier to trim.
-Wear proper-fitting shoes and alternate shoes on a regular basis. -Tight shoes can cause ingrown toenails.
-Do not bite your fingernails. You can transfer infectious organisms between your fingers and mouth. Also, nail biting can damage the skin around your fingers, allowing infections to enter.
-Apply a cream to moisturize your nails, especially after removing nail polish since most removers contain chemicals that dry the nails.
-If you want to wear a bright red or orange polish, prevent discoloration by applying an extra layer of base coat. If your nails become yellowed and discolored from the polish, they should return to normal color over several weeks if the same color is not reapplied.

Nail care

-Nails often reflect our general state of health. Changes in the nail, such as discoloration or thickening, can signal health problems including liver and kidney diseases, heart and lung conditions, anemia and diabetes.
-Symptoms that could signal nail problems include changes in color, shape, and/or thickness, swelling of the skin around the nails, bleeding or discharge, and pain.
-See your dermatologist for successful diagnosis and treatment of nail problems.

Amazing Hair Facts!

-Hair is the fastest growing tissue in the body, second only to bone marrow.
-35 meters of hair fibre is produced every day on the average adult scalp.
-The average scalp has 100,000 hairs. Redheads have the least at 80,000; brown and black haired persons have about 100,000; and blondes have the most at 120,000.
-90% of scalp hairs are growing and 10% are resting.
-It is normal to lose 100 hairs per day from the scalp.
-You must lose over 50% of your scalp hairs before it is apparent -to anyone.
-Many drugs can cause hair loss.
-Thyroid imbalance and iron deficiency are reversible causes for hair loss.
-Over 50% of men by age 50 have male pattern hair loss.
-Forty percent of women by the time they reach menopause will have female pattern (hereditary) hair loss.