SkinSense Wellness - BLOG

A while ago I remember talking to a plastic surgeon and telling him that most women would love to have the option to go without make-up every day. His response was that that simply wasn't possible as we grow older. Over time, the effects of aging, including sun damage, increased sensitivity, uneven skin tone and larger pore structure do require us

I know we have only just launched into Springtime, and the sun has been heavily mingled with the rain recently, but let's recap on a few tips regarding sun protection. It is always a good thing to get a head start on these things in my opinion. Skin cancer can originate on any part of the body, but some of the most common areas are the nose, ears,

At this point, most of us have experienced a massage or two - on a cruise or as part of a spa visit -  but sometimes it can be a little intimidating deciding what style of treatment to choose, what to wear and what to take off in the room. These days it is accepted that you completely disrobe and get under the blankets naked, but wear un

Through popular demand, I am revisiting the functions of microcurrent for treating aging skin. In my last blog "Botox and Microcurrent vs. Gravity," I compared these two modalities.This time I thought I would re-iterate the basics and benefits of microcurrent alone. Microcurrent was developed over twenty years ago and is used in the

The Holidays are over and it's time to get ourselves back on course with our health and fitness regimes. I hope this blog helps to move you in the right direction.

How we feel about ourselves and the way we look has a huge influence on our ability to succeed in life, connect with others and experience joy and happiness. All this is reflected in the skin. Over the years I have been a facialist, I have realized that it is the inner layers of a person I am working on as much as the outer layers. Self acceptance

Electricity rocks as far as skin care is concerned and we use plenty of it at SkinSense. The latest electrical star on our menu is micro-current so I thought it might be useful to blog about its benefits and how it blends with Botox. Dr.Pugliese, skin physiologist and cosmetic chemist, maintains that micro-current creates lots of activity on

At this point I really believe from what I have seen on my clients' skins and on my own, that great skin care requires a continuous and customized plan of action. We need to respect the skin as a fully functional and self regulating organ. Consistent daily care at home, rotating topicals, particularly A and C, combined with spa visits that inc

In Southern California, because of our year-round sunny climate, we don't have the option of hiding our legs and arms under extra clothing and letting our body hair grow out in the Winter months. So regular waxing treatments are imperative. It is therefore essential to find expert technicians who can deliver optimum results with a minimal amount of pain.

I can hear all of you going "Eeeeww!" But there is an important message attached to this story, and I hope you will learn from my mistakes. Two years ago, I noticed that the nail on my left big toe seemed flaky. If you've never experienced this, it's a frequent indicator of a fungal infection. Now, not only had I just read an article about laser t

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As many of you know, the color lavender is featured heavily at SkinSense - on our stationary and in the decor of the rooms and hallways. It is calming to use and to look at and we do use it in great quantities in all our treatments and products. HISTORY: Lavender has had a very interesting and varied history. There are many biblical ref

Dealing with pigmentation continues to be a struggle but as we learn more about the condition, we are adding some useful tools. Here are some of them.

At this point most of us have heard the term probiotic or have noticed the words lactobacillus and acidophilus listed on our dairy products - particularly yoghurt containers. But did you know that about two hundred trillion of these microscopic organisms- bacteria, viruses, and fungi - are swarming inside you right now and are part of a vast organism called a microbiome?

When consulting with clients on their visits to my spa, lifestyle takes up a big part of our initial conversation, particularly what they are eating on a daily basis. It is no secret at this point, that consuming a blend of fresh fruits, vegetables and clean protein, plus drinking the right amount of water does translate into a clear and vibrant skin most of the time

Balance - finding it in everyday simple activities.I have been reading many articles recently about the importance of having a purposeful, balanced life. Maybe because there has been a lot of instability and uncertainty over the last few years, but the quest for balance is everywhere. Balanced nutrition, budgets, lifestyles, relationships and energ