Located in Edmonton, our spa offers lash perm services to enhance your natural lashes. The new wave of lash perms we offer are called Lash Lifts. As a result, this is how they are listed on all our menus.
Lash lifts can last up to 12 weeks depending on after-care products used and thickness of lashes. Keep in mind that thicker lashes are more resistant and will loose their curl faster than thin lashes. Minimize rubbing and use gentle products on eye area.
The chemical process
The first step we do when doing a Lash Lift is to open the bonds in the hair, thereby giving flexibility within the mid shaft where the curl is found. The second step is to set the lashes into position and seals the hair shaft. We complete the service by reintroducing moisture back into the lashes.
How can I prepare for my lash lift service?
The best way to prepare is knowing what to expect as your your post care instructions. These lash lift care tips will help you prepare in advance:
Avoid water for 48hrs, therefore, coming to your appointment with freshly washed hair will be of benefit.
You must also avoid makeup, and pressure on the lashes for 48hrs. It is recommended to sleep on your back in order to avoid bending the lashes overnight. Using a lash comb to lift and operate the lashes will help set.
Afterwards you can return to your regular routine and products.
If you loved your Lash Lift…
We recommend that clients wait 8-12 weeks between lash lifts. This allows you hair to recover and regenerate new growth.
There is variation when it comes to colour selection when microblading brown and black skin. However, as far as pre and post instructions and the actual procedure itself, we approach microblading the same across all skin types.
Anatomy
From an anatomy perspective, darker skin tones tend to be thicker, this is one of the reasons why they age slower. Additionally, in the ideal climate, darker skin tones tend to be a little oilier. That’s why some say black don’t crack.
The more melanin in the skin, the thicker it typically is; That is not to say it is not sensitive. But the sensitivity may not reflect visually. That is why certain advanced skincare treatments, for example, chemical peels or IPL laser, need to be delivered with caution as the skin may not show visible signs of sensitivity.
Things to consider
As we stated above, darker skin tones are thicker. As a result, the skin may not hold the colour as much as a very thin skin. In addition, skin types 4-6 heal a lot faster, however, they also have higher possibility of hyperpigmentation scarring.
These skin types have a have a greater capacity to build scars. This is where our assessment comes into place. Your technician will ask the right questions to assess any potential side effects.
Can I get microblading if I’m prone to keloid scarring?
We do not recommend it. If someone is prone to keloid scarring, the risk outweighs the benefits. Even if it is not building a protruding keloid, when those fibres reform, it will be a thicker version of the skin that was there before.
Plus, when it comes time for the Refresher, we would be the working on scar tissue, which is tougher and thicker than the original skin, which was thicker to begin with.
But never fear! Located in Edmonton, Alberta, our spa offers a fungal nail pedicure to treat nail fungus, The Anti-Fungal.
A nail fungus can be compared to a parasite: Unless you remove one of the ideal conditions, fungus will continue to thrive. Ideal conditions include humidity, darkness, warm temperature, and nutrients (for example, dirt or dead skin cells).
How can I tell if I have nail fungus?
Firstly, it will cause embarrassing odour. If left untreated long enough it starts to mutate. The fungus starts growing roots under the nails which bury themselves in the nail bed causing it to “pump” itself up. This pumping manifests as thick nails.
First Response: What can I do immediately?
Stop sharing socks or shoes.
Stop wearing acrylic/nylon material socks as they are more likely to cause feet to sweat.
Do not wear the same shoes 2 days in a row, especially closed-toed shoes made from material that builds moisture.
Do not wear poor quality shoes. Some shoes are made of plastic and the paint on the shoes is also plastic which causes sweaty feet and bacteria.
Clean and dry feet properly after bathing.
Do not cut nails so short that it breaks the seal.
If you have a low pain tolerance take an ibuprofen or acetaminophen prior to your appointment. This will help decrease discomfort.
24 hours or less before your appointment
To maximize the success rate of your IPL hair removal treatments, give yourself the cleanest shave possible. If hair remains on the surface, theKeep in mind that the cleaner the shave, the better the results.
Throughout the course of your treatment
It is important to avoid all forms of hair removal that remove the hair root, for example, waxing. These types of hair removal cause interruptions in your treatment which in turn decrease the success rate.
In addition, avoid heat, friction, and irritants in the area being treated for approximately one week after each treatment. On that note, for irritating razor burn and ingrown hairs we recommend picking up some “Bump Stopper” solution found in the ethnic hair care section at most drug store/supermarkets.
Another tip is to discontinue usage any products containing AHA/BHA/Retin A/Vitamin A on the area being treated 2 weeks prior to each treatment.
Last but not least, we cannot stress the importance of staying on schedule. We need to target those new/recovered hair roots at just the right time!
Wishing you all peace, love, and great skin…and don’t forget to follow the tips above for successful IPL laser hair removal treatments!
Amazing brows are just one spa appointment away! Whatever your brows look like, our brow artists will take you from ‘dud’ to ‘stud‘, from ‘nice pal’ to ‘hot gal‘, and better still, ‘just a friend’ to ‘must attend‘!
In microblading, your brows are skillfully etched into shape by combining our signature brow design with top-of-the-line products and techniques. Your brows are designed by our experts using measurements of your natural facial structure, and any desired personal touches.
Each individual hair stroke is carefully etched on the skin, building a beautiful and natural brow that lasts up to 3 years.
Our spa is located on Whyte avenue in Edmonton; Our microblading price depends on the level you need. Eyebrows come in all different shapes and sizes. For this reason, our prices are based on the percentage of additional brow the artist needs to design and etch. In effect, Level 3 procedures are by comparison much longer than those considered Level 1. Given these points, we find it is best to offer 3 levels of microblading.
MICROBLADING EDMONTON PRICE PER LEVEL:
Level I : Increase the definition of your brow line, add density to thinning areas, fill small gaps and scars, or balance the overall brow shape. Includes 30% brow coverage and 1 Refresher which can be booked within 12 months following initial procedure. $350
Level II : Remodel brow your shape, balance highly uneven brows, fill-in gaps, scars, increase density and thickness in sparse brows. Includes 60% brow coverage and 1 Refresher which can be booked within 12 months following initial procedure. $450
Level III : Restore your brows from tip-to-tip and top-to-bottom with a complete coverage of severely thinned brows or missing brows. Includes up to 100% brow coverage and 1 Refresher which can be booked within 12 months following initial procedure. $550
Refresher: (under 12 months since last session) Hair strokes are refined and color is intensified or refreshed. $150
Do you meet the criteria for this procedure? Find out by clicking HERE.
Did you know you have style options when it comes to Brazilian IPL laser hair removal in Edmonton? Choosing the right drapes to match your windows can be difficult enough in your home, so where do you start when deciding how to drape your…ehemm…vagine?
After many years in the spa industry we’ve heard some interesting tales and crafty names. Trends change throughout the years, from the 70’s low-maintenance shag to the 90’s thong-th-thong-thong-thong landing strip. Therefore, knowing what to request when booking your bikini hair removal is important to prevent confusion.
To keep things accurate when reading this article, we have included definitions for some commonly used terms:
“hairline”- the edge where your hair naturally begins
“front”- anything visible from frontal view
“underside”- lower area covering your lady bits
“backside”- the area beginning just after your bits up to your tailbone
“bunny tail”- the small area over the tailbone
The French
For those of you looking for a more defined bikini hairline, the French bikini offers more options for shaping and further removal. Most of the hair is removed from the front leaving a small patch of hair, this includes removal from underside, and excludes the backside.
The flattering little v-patch will bring the hairline down 2-3 inches from the bikini line, and give you most coverage at the top and taper neatly into the back.
The Brazilian
Contrary to popular belief, the traditional method of Brazilian hair removal does NOT leave you free of all hair below the waist. This traditional method leaves only a small strip down the centre. This look was modeled after the thong bikini bottom worn in Brazil which leaves little to the imagination, but still leaves a “little”.
So for you thong sporting ladies, a Brazilian bikini wax will give you the same flexibility with shape and coverage that the French bikini wax offers, but also clears any unwanted strays from the backside leaving you confident from any angle.
The Hollywood
Who needs hair down there anyway? If this is your motto then opt for a Hollywood bikini and liberate yourself from pubescent hair growth. The name is influenced by the adult industry associated with the provocative nature of the famous city of fast cars, bright lights, fame, and fortune. This method will clear all existing hair from front to bunny tail leaving you G-string ready all around. Many spas will refer to this technique as a Brazilian, so make sure to clarify with your technician.
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