‘Tis The Season To Be…Stressed?
Friday, October 15th, 2010 | News | No Comments
We don’t think so! Avoid stress over the holidays by taking care of your body and mind. Regular massages during this upcoming busy season will help you reduce muscle tension (especially from carrying all of those shopping bags) improve your overall mood-you won’t be so quick to scream after another shopper steals your parking spot, and decrease stress levels from the thoughts of hosting that family gathering of 20+ people. The holidays will be here before you know it, will your sanity? Make your appointment for a massage today and definitely make it a point to put it on your wish list for a peaceful, stress-free holiday!
~VM’s Massage Team
What makes UltraCalming™ different?
Thursday, September 30th, 2010 | News | No Comments
Burning, stinging, prickling, itching. No, these aren’t just sensations confined to a bad gardening experience. Various reports state that 50% of the world’s population suffers from these symptoms in a condition broadly termed ‘sensitive’ skin. The term sensitive skin refers to a skin condition defined by sensory symptoms rather than a disease entity.
However, due to a lack of a clear definition, it does not account for the differentiation between a truly sensitive skin and a sensitized skin.
Sensitivity comes in many forms
A true sensitive skin condition is the result of your genes. This genetic predisposition is found in those who have fair skin and present other allergic diseases. They may also be susceptible to inflammatory skin diseases like Eczema, Psoriasis and Rosacea. Unlike sensitive skin, sensitized skin is not a result of genetics. It is a reflection of your environment, lifestyle and physiology- and can affect any person regardless of skin color or gender. Pollution, cosmetic and skin care ingredients, overexfoliation, diet, alcohol and climate changes can all trigger sensitization in the skin. Luckily, this condition can be improved with proper skin care and lifestyle choices. The sophisticated formulations found in the new Dermalogica UltraCalming line of products delivers effective results for the most sensitized skin condition. It is clinically proven to reduce redness and soothe irritation for long lasting skin relief. So how does it work?
UltraCalming Complex
In no other system of skin products will you find such an advanced ingredient technology that targets the nerve response associated with inflammation and sensitization. Only UltraCalming products come equipped with the ingredients that target and control neurogenic inflammation found in our exclusive UltraCalming Complex.
The complex is a blend of highly effective actives that work together to reduce redness and irritation associated with inflammation and sensitivity. Red Hogweed (Boerhavia diffusa) root extract is a remarkable plant extract that helps to restore tissue integrity by favoring anti-inflammatory substances via different arms of the inflammatory pathway. One of these arms, neurogenic inflammmation, is a nerve response that results in inflammation and its hallmark symptoms of redness and irritation. In reducing the nerve response, we can help reduce the sensitivity associated with neurogenic inflammation, bringing the skin to a normal level of sensitivity. Ginger and Bisabolol also reduce redness by working better as a team, rather than separately. Finally, the calming and soothing effects of Oat have been widely known to reduce itch, redness and irritation. We’ve complemented the most active portions of Oat with a synthetic version that boosts the soothing properties of natural Oat. Together, these ingredients make up a complex found in all UltraCalming products that provide serious relief from the inflammatory and neurogenic pathways that lead to skin sensitivity.
A restorative blend of lipids
When inflammation is paired with the loss of skin’s protective barrier, skin becomes highly reactive. To counter this, additional ingredients that mimic the skin’s natural composition of ceramides, sterols and essential fatty acids are found throughout the UltraCalming line. Borage seed and Evening Primrose oil are high in gamma linoleic acid, a fatty acid required for intact epidermal layers. Avocado provides natural phytosterols while Sunflower seed contains ceramides. Together, this lipid blend fortifies skin’s barrier while the UltraCalming complex soothes irritated, sensitized skin. This groundbreaking ingredient technology is what sets UltraCalming apart from any other system designed for skin sensitivity.
Excerp taken from Dermalogica’s Scientifically Speaking. Written by Dr. Claudia Aguirre
Aging Smart
Saturday, September 18th, 2010 | News | No Comments
Wrinkles, altered pigmentation, loss of skin tone…we all associate these changes with skin aging. Age-related skin changes are the result of genetically-programmed changes and environmental wear and tear on the skin. While both influence the skin’s structure and function, environmental factors cause more pronounced changes. Estimates state that 80-99% of what we see on our skin as adults is the result of exposure to daylight, which is referred to as photoaging. Manifestations of photoaging include an increase in wrinkle formation, a loss of tension and elasticity, degeneration of the vascular supply and skin thickness, a reduction in the water-binding properties of the skin, dilated capillaries, hyperpigmentation and other skin discoloration. Combating these conditions require more than just washing your face. To repair and rejuvenate the skin a regimen consisting of the proper toners, treatments and moisturizers are advised. Dermalogica’s Age Smart line has all of the tools that you will need to stop damage in its tracks and to prevent future damage from appearing. Call and set up an appointment with one of our professionally trained skin therapists to find that right products for you!
It’s All About The Eyes
Saturday, September 11th, 2010 | News | No Comments
The skin around the eyes is thinner and more delicate, which means that it is extra susceptible and more likely to be the first place to show any signs of skin damage caused by environmental assaults.
Protect the health and appearance of eyes with Dermalogica’s Eye Treatments (such as Total Eye Care and Intensive Eye Repair) designed to be worn day and night for enhanced protection against environmental assaults while nourishing, hydrating, brightening and minimizing the appearance of dark circle and fine dryness lines.
Remember to add an eye treatment on to your professional skin treatment as well.
Taking care of your eyes today will mean younger healthier looking eyes tomorrow!
What your Hair Color Says About You
Saturday, September 11th, 2010 | News | 1 Comment
Does your hair color make you feel INSPIRED? Make you feel BEAUTIFUL?Hair color is a woman’s most important accessory! Whether you’re a fiery red, a blonde bombshell, a brunette babe or a silver fox, your hair color says something about you to other people. While the ideal hairstyle for you depends on your face shape, hair color must be based on a combination of factors including your natural color, the color of your eyes and skin tone.
For Fall 2010 there are 4 basic hair color trends blonde, brown, black, & red. These common hair color tones have many shades and appeal to a variety of different skin types. Selecting your color doesn’t have to be a difficult task. Let your Vito Mazza stylist, customize your fall color transformation today. Sit back, relax and let the magic of hair coloring begin!
Protect your skin from the sun-even after summer comes to an end
Saturday, September 4th, 2010 | News | No Comments
*Sunlight is without a doubt your skin’s worst enemy, bombarding it on a daily basis with UVA and UVB rays that promote premature aging and skin cancer. Statistics show that one in six individuals will develop skin cancer, and 90% of these cancers are the direct result of ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. In fact, a severe sunburn before the age of eighteen exponentially increases your skin cancer risk, making a comprehensive program of sun protection vitally important.
Dermalogica Daylight Defense is comprised of formulations that provide an invisible shield against UVA and UVB rays while working with each skin condition to improve its overall appearance and health. Research has found that antioxidant vitamins are as important as sunscreens when defending the skin from aging and burning effects of damaging UV light and free radicals. For this reason, four of Dermalogica’s formulations contain exclusive UV Smart Booster Technology, a customized microcapsule that safeguards vitamin C and E then bursts open upon contact with UV rays, releasing vitamins for maximum free radical protection.
As summer comes to a close, don’t be fooled into thinking that your regimen containing UV protection can end. To maintain the healthiest skin possible, protect it from the sun year round. All of our Dermalogica Solar Defense products are now on sale this Labor Day Weekend…don’t head to the beach without stocking up!
*Excerp taken from Dermalogic The Book
Give Your Skin A Boost!
Friday, August 27th, 2010 | News | No Comments
Concentrated Boosters by Dermalogica are highly-active extracts that can be used to customize a client’s regimen on a day-to-day basis. Designed to be used alone for targeted results or mixed in with your favorite Dermalogica moisturizer or masque, Concentrated Boosters are the perfect way for you to take control of skin’s natural fluctuations. Their versatility makes them ideal in adapting any at-home regimen to the changes in climate, hormonal imbalance or lifestyle. Our favorite for this time of year is the Skin Hydrating Booster which is ideal for all skin conditions. It is a super-saturated hydrating fluid for the driest of skin conditions (think too much fun in the sun) that intensely moisturizes thirsty skin as it smoothes and minimizes fine lines. Give your skin a much needed boost today!
Transition in to fall effortlessly
Friday, August 20th, 2010 | News | No Comments
This season’s makeup trend calls for beautiful effortless skin using mineralized makeup and powders to create that flawless airbrush look that everyone covets. (Try using TRUE loose mineralize powder) You don’t have to be a runway model to get the look, just follow these quick steps to go from how to wow in minutes! Using a large blending brush, gently buff the product into the skin in a circular motion. The natural oils of the skin will melt together to create a beautiful, picture perfect look. Sweep a soft coral blush on the apples of your cheeks to give a subtle flush to the skin. The finishing touch to your classic beauty look is a small amount of lip shine for a beautiful soft pout. (We love being True lip shine in Loving) To learn how to creat more looks to suit your every mood contact us at Vito Mazza’s to set up your makeup lesson to day!
-Kristy Crespo, Make Up artist
Back to School with Vito Mazza
Thursday, August 12th, 2010 | News | No Comments
Is your child ready for the new school year? September’s fast approaching and moms you know what that means… Back to school haircuts! Every child wants to look their best with a cool, attractive back to school cut & style. Today’s back to school hairstyles have to achieve a lot. They need to be both trendy and low maintenance.
For many children going to a hairstylist can be fun but there are some, particularly younger ones that simply don’t like it. For those kids who always make a fuss at the salon a short style is best. A short style on a child last months, is easy to manage and takes less time in the morning. Even for children who love going to the salon, a short hairstyle is still ideal. Here are our stylist top picks for your kid’s Back to School Look! The Bob: This style looks great, easy to maintain and appeals to both moms & kids. Mid-Length with Bangs: This style is an easy to do look that frames the face and emphasize the eyes.
There are some children particularly, girls who like to keep their hair long. Long hair is not hard to manage on a child if it is well cared for. Hair should be brushed twice a day to avoid the pain of tangles and knots. It is also important to condition the hair to keep it tangle free. If you have a boy, a well cut, short hairstyle is the most appropriate back to school look.
Now thru September 20th Back to School Haircuts with Angie, Daina & Luz are only $10.00 on a Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday! (12 years or younger) Book your Back to School appointment today to make sure your child looks their best!
Why Moisturize?
Saturday, August 7th, 2010 | News | No Comments
Moisturizers are vital to every skincare regimen, regardless of skin condition, and do more than just moisten dehydrated skin. Emollients (usually lipid substances) help lubricate skin while making it soft pliable and smooth. Moisturizers also help to protect the skin’s natural defenses against the environment while controlling moisture loss from the skin. This becomes more important as we age, when the Stratem Corneum’s Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF) become less effective at regulating the skin’s water balance.
Dermalogica has a moisturizer for every skin condition; from chronically dry and prematurely-aging to skin with excess oil production and breakouts.
Find the moisturizer that is right for your skin by visiting with one of our Skin Therapists today!
*Contents taken from Dermalogica’s The Book
