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Curly girl tips from Essential
The following are ideas for the best way to wear your hair during a workout, along with tips to help your quickly refresh your curls. Tips for Working out With Curly or Wavy Hair:
Your go to workout hairstyle should be: A loose braid. It won’t alter your texture too much, since wavy hair already has a soft bend. Try working a bit of Wave Maker into your hair pre-braid, which will help keep your hair from frizzing, and help define your hair.
To refresh your waves after a workout:
You can mix a drop of Wave Maker in with some water and scrunch it into your hair to help rejuvenate your waves. If your extra sweaty near the nape of your neck, spritz the area using a spray bottle that contains a mix of water and conditioner, or try a dry shampoo. Steam from the gym shower can also help rejuvenate your hair. Just let the hot water run while you rinse off, then post-shower go back in with a styler to smooth down the hair.
Tips for Working Out with Curly Hair: Your go to workout hairstyles: Curly girls have a few options. You can opt for a tight pineapple at the top of your head (secure with spiral cord sold at Essentials). But if your hair is too long for a pineapple you can also consider doing a kind of French twist. Twist your curls at the nape of your neck, as if you were going to make a bun. Then continue to bring the hair up, rolling it towards the scalp. Secure in place with a strong clip or spin pins.
To refresh your curly hair after a workout:
Steaming your hair with the gym shower is the go-to method for curly girls. We suggest retouching any pesky spots with Styling Cream. “Make sure you glide the product down the hair to seal the cuticle, then scrunch up to encourage curl definition. Any curls that are mis-behaving can also be finger coiled.” If you don’t have time to jump in the shower, turn to No-Comb Detangling Spray or set it free moisture lock. Mist the hair from about arms-length, until the hair is saturated but not soaked. Be sure to flip your head over to make sure you get to the bottom layers. After misting, spray product on your hands and gently glide down your curls to help them re-clump and minimize frizz.
Tips for Working Out with Super Curly Hair: Your go to workout hairstyles: If you’ve got super short hair, your best bet is to turn to one of those elastic stretch headbands. They’ll gently keep your hair off of your face, and absorb some of the sweat that can cause your edges to frizz out. For longer hair, you can do simple side twists, rolling the curls in tightly and securing with pins. Or you can wrap your hair in a scarf, just be sure to secure it in place with pins.
To refresh your curly hair after a workout: Your best bet? Yep, steaming. But instead of refreshing with styling cream, opt for SuperCream which is infused with coconut oil for even more hydration and control. You can also use Mist-er Right, DevaCurl’s refreshing spray that’s infused with lavender oil to help refresh your hair from the inside out or set it free moisture lock spray . What about those edges? You can mix a little bit of SuperCream with water and press it in along your edges, or with a pomade like Beautiful Mess.
Stop in to purchase DevaCurl products at Essentials salon and spa - 210 North State St., Clarks Summit PA or call 570.586.0700
Why we turn away clients with nail fungus…
We do not perform pedicures on clients with Toenail Fungus…you shouldn’t go anywhere that does. On a rare occasion, we have been running into clients who are confused and/or upset when they come in for their pedicure and are turned away because they have an active toenail fungus. We know, it is embarrassing to be turned away for any service…but there are some VERY IMPORTANT reasons that we will not service anyone with toenail fungus.
1. It is against state regulations to provide a pedicure to someone who has nail fungus – For the health of our clients, we are careful to ensure that we are meeting and exceeding the state regulations for cleanliness in every way. This helps to ensure a clean and safe environment for our clients, our technicians and our environment.
2. One of the reasons that pedicures with nail fungus are against state regulations, is because nail fungus can be spread. Ever think of where you might have picked up your nail fungus? Well we have. If you got a manicure or pedicure at a facility that DOES provide nail services to someone who has a nail fungus, then the pedicure basins, implements, and surfaces can be contaminated with the fungus. Combine this with other risk factors (short nails, damaged nail beds, compromised immune system, nails staying in a dark place (like socks)) and you could quickly contract a nail fungus…that is tough to get rid of too. This is a PRIME reason that we cannot and will not provide nail services when you have an active nail fungus. To protect you and all of our other clients (and technicians too!).
3. Another reason we do not provide nail services to our clients when they have a nail fungus – Stirring up the fungus can make it infect your other nails as well! Don’t take our word for it, look at what the Mayo Clinic has to say about Prevention of Nail Fungus
4. While nail polishes WILL NOT harbor fungus, yes we will say it again…Nail Polishes will NOT harbor nail fungus, because the chemicals in the nail polish create an INHOSPITABLE environment for fungus, applying polish to your nails that are infected with fungus will actually make the fungus MORE DIFFICULT to get rid of. The polishes (and or enhancements) will actually make it more difficult for your nail to breathe, keeping more moisture in the nail, and causing the fungus to grow! We get it though, we know you want to cover up the fungus, and we understand why. But the problem is, that we will not compromise your health, the health of our other clients or the health of our technicians, to do something that will actually make the problem worse – or spread it further.
Our dedication to cleanliness and health makes Essential Salon and Spa in Clarks Summit PA, the best choice for your next manicure or pedicure .
PLEASE – Next time you call for an appointment or stop in somewhere to get a manicure or pedicure, ask them if you can still get the service if you have a nail fungus….THEN RUN if they say you can.
Do You Use Chemical-Based Skin Care Products?
Unlike natural skin care products, these products are made up of different kinds of chemicals and synthetic ingredients. In spite of the fact that some chemicals make them effective, they increase the probability of developing into skin allergies, irritations and side effects. These chemicals, especially, are way too abrasive to individuals with sensitive skin.
As a result, more harm is often done than good. Also, you are at risk of premature aging if you use chemicals continuously. Toxic ingredients, that are not found in natural skin care products, are prominent in these chemicals, which overtime exhaust your skin and make it sag because it loses its natural reproductive elements.
In fact, unnatural products can actually cause acne. Many of the chemical products used in unnatural skin care lines can cause impurities. Common ingredients like mineral oil can attract free radicals and result in blemishes, and early aging.
Considering natural skin care products? Natural skin care products are made from non-artificial ingredients like natural oils, plants (like seaweed, green tea), fruit extracts and fruit acids. These products are known to effectively treat the skin and nourish it. Most natural products have powerful antioxidants that assist in slowing down the aging process and creating a younger looking skin.
Skin care derived directly from nature is one of the best ways to get and keep your skin healthy and vibrant. Unfortunately, when choosing a product, you must keep in mind that not all natural skin care products are created equal. In fact, if you wip up some food items from your home for a facial you could cause a break out or even burn your skin. Natural product over the counter formulations can vary wildly from brand to brand at each store and many are still made with silicones that are simply not skin-friendly. The reason many brands are made with silicone is because, as an ingredient, it is much cheaper and it makes a lotion or cream feel more luxurious once you apply it. While silicone feels nice on your body it adds no real value.
Does the product have to be 100% natural or organic? As long as it is 95% natural, it is a safe bet, but you have to look at the ingredients and make sure that they are of high quality. Even if you were to receive an organic label from the USDA, your skin care product must contain at least 95 percent organically produced ingredients. A product with more than 95% in natural ingredients is even better. When it comes to preservatives (the ones that kill bacteria, fungus and molds), make sure that the product does not use or contain parabens or that they are in the end of the ingredient list on the label . This will insure there are only trace amounts included in the product.
Do you need direction? Schedule a skin consultation at Essential Beauty Treatment Salon & Spa this week . A licensed Esthetician will perform a skin consultation and work out a plan toward your complexion goals.
As a result, more harm is often done than good. Also, you are at risk of premature aging if you use chemicals continuously. Toxic ingredients, that are not found in natural skin care products, are prominent in these chemicals, which overtime exhaust your skin and make it sag because it loses its natural reproductive elements.
In fact, unnatural products can actually cause acne. Many of the chemical products used in unnatural skin care lines can cause impurities. Common ingredients like mineral oil can attract free radicals and result in blemishes, and early aging.
Considering natural skin care products? Natural skin care products are made from non-artificial ingredients like natural oils, plants (like seaweed, green tea), fruit extracts and fruit acids. These products are known to effectively treat the skin and nourish it. Most natural products have powerful antioxidants that assist in slowing down the aging process and creating a younger looking skin.
Skin care derived directly from nature is one of the best ways to get and keep your skin healthy and vibrant. Unfortunately, when choosing a product, you must keep in mind that not all natural skin care products are created equal. In fact, if you wip up some food items from your home for a facial you could cause a break out or even burn your skin. Natural product over the counter formulations can vary wildly from brand to brand at each store and many are still made with silicones that are simply not skin-friendly. The reason many brands are made with silicone is because, as an ingredient, it is much cheaper and it makes a lotion or cream feel more luxurious once you apply it. While silicone feels nice on your body it adds no real value.
Does the product have to be 100% natural or organic? As long as it is 95% natural, it is a safe bet, but you have to look at the ingredients and make sure that they are of high quality. Even if you were to receive an organic label from the USDA, your skin care product must contain at least 95 percent organically produced ingredients. A product with more than 95% in natural ingredients is even better. When it comes to preservatives (the ones that kill bacteria, fungus and molds), make sure that the product does not use or contain parabens or that they are in the end of the ingredient list on the label . This will insure there are only trace amounts included in the product.
Do you need direction? Schedule a skin consultation at Essential Beauty Treatment Salon & Spa this week . A licensed Esthetician will perform a skin consultation and work out a plan toward your complexion goals.