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Teenage Skin and How We Help

February 27, 2020 by w b

At Woman Beauty in Nelson, our experienced therapists can help your skin look its best, no matter what your age. In this week’s article we thought we’d focus on teenage skin and how we help.

Teenage Skin & How We Help:

The teenage years are full of hormonal changes, and these can have an adverse effect on teenage skin. Characteristically, teenage skin sees an increase in sebum production, resulting in oily skin and sometimes, acne.

Skincare for teenage skin:

Firstly, when it comes to teenage skin issues, prevention is always better than cure. At Woman, we’re proud to be exclusive Nelson stockists of the premier range of facial cosmeceuticals, Ultraceuticals.

Ultraceuticals is one of Australia’s pre-eminent cosmeceutical brands. The range offers professional-grade products formulated to address major skin concerns, including acne. So, the result is your best-ever skin, no matter what your age!

Cosmeceuticals contain active ingredients (10%- 25%). These ingredients make actual changes in the second layer of the skin and work by getting the skin to function and perform as it should. The ingredients in cosmeceuticals also help to look after and protect the important lipid barrier of the skin, allowing for better penetration of the active ingredients.

It’s never too soon to encourage your teenager to adopt a healthy skincare regime. Do call into the spa, we are always happy to discuss any teenage skin concerns and recommend suitable products.

First Facial:

Here at Woman we specialise and are trained in advanced skincare facials. We will give you honest advice and outstanding service with successful results. A facial isn’t just an anti-ageing treatment, the right facial can also be beneficial for teenagers.

If you know a teenager who suffers from red or sensitive teenage skin the Sothys Soothing Facial could be just the ticket.

Additionally, if you are in your latter teenage years and would like to address acne scarring, talk to us about Dermapen 4 treatment.

Once again, we are happy to offer advice on the right facial for your skin concerns, just call into the spa for advice or contact us HERE.

A vegan diet and glowing skin

February 6, 2020 by w b

February is vegan cuisine month. It’s no secret that you are what you eat… And some claim a vegan diet is the secret to glowing skin. At Woman Beauty we believe that you should enjoy life, including the food and drinks you love. Just remember everything in moderation!

Nevertheless, because there is a school of thought that plant-based eating is good for your skin… In this article, we thought we’d share three reasons why going vegan could have a positive effect on your complexion.

A vegan diet and glowing skin:

Dairy… Not always a delight:

For anybody that suffers from acne, it may come as no surprise that serious breakouts come after an overload of ice cream! Dairy can be a major culprit when it comes to skin congestion. As dairy is eliminated in a vegan diet it can improve the complexion of those prone to acne.

If you have suffered from acne historically and need to address any associated scarring, talk to us about Dermapen 4.

Root vegetables and radiant skin:

Carrots and beetroot are rich in beta-carotene. But this red-orange pigment is not exclusive to root vegetables. You’ll also find it in pumpkin, squash, citrus and even greens like kale and spinach. Beta-carotene’s antioxidant properties can give you a healthy glow. But before you start munching on raw carrots with gay abandon, remember that too much beta-carotene can have adverse effects, giving your skin a yellowish tinge.

Banish fine lines with fruit and vegetables:

A plant-based diet is chock full of antioxidants. These are the critters that chase away the free radicals that can cause premature ageing.

Additionally, soy foods (a staple part of vegan diets) including tofu, edamame, and tempeh increase levels of hyaluronic acid. It’s hyaluronic acid that helps your skin retain water and stay plump and youthful!

Whether you’ve decided to eat a vegan diet or not, we can still help you achieve glowing skin. Check out our range of facials, or call in to talk to us about the best product for your skin types.

The menopause, your skin and how we help

September 10, 2019 by w b

You might be prepared for hot flushes, night sweats and mood swings. But there are a host of other (less publicised) symptoms associated with menopause, some easier to address than others. At Woman Beauty in Nelson, we can help you with the hormonal changes that affect your skin during this time.

The menopause, your skin, and how we help:

Dry skin:

Falling oestrogen levels causes your skin to lose its elasticity and become drier and wrinkled. Several of our advanced facial treatments are particularly appropriate for menopausal skin.

Firstly, Omnilux LED light therapy will plump and tighten your skin while minimising fine lines and wrinkles. It has the added bonus of improving your mood! Additionally, with the Revive Me Omnilux Facial, you can enjoy the luxury of a facial and the omnilux combined.

The Sothys Hydra 3Ha Facial is the crème de la crème of facials. We recommend three treatments over two months. This facial creates a unique triple Hyaluronic acid approach to restore, reactivate and rejuvenate all the vital elements of skin hydration. It can offer a 71% increase in skin moisture levels after just one treatment.

Finally, consider the Anti-Ageing Trio. This facial offers a deep even exfoliation with Glycolic, to smooth and refine. Then you’ll drift away under the red Omnilux LED light. This promotes hydration and stimulates collagen. To finish off, you will enjoy our much loved 02 facial to plump fine lines and increase luminosity. This facial favourite is currently a seasonal special.

Possible Pimples:

In a cruel twist of nature, some women experience acne-like breakouts around menopause. If this happens to you, we can tailor the correct advanced facial for your skin and advise on home skincare using our leading cosmeceutical skincare brand, Ultraceuticals.

Fighting the fuzz:

As levels of female hormones fall, you may begin to see unwanted facial hair beginning to sprout! We can help you fight the fuzz. We can wax the delicate areas of your face, or you may wish to consider ELOS IPL for more permanent solutions.

If you’re considering IPL do ask to see your therapist’s certification. Sadly, it is possible to buy IPL or laser treatment systems and operate them with minimal or no training. At Woman Beauty, we have trained and certified every therapist who offers IPL treatment for hair reduction and skin rejuvenation.

If you’re going through menopause and your skin needs a little extra TLC call us to find out how we can help.

Nelson Winter Skincare Opportunties

June 14, 2019 by w b

So, the colder months have finally arrived. But, that doesn’t mean it’s all doom and gloom. In fact, we think the cooler temperatures and nights at home present the perfect opportunity to start ramping up your Nelson winter skincare. Don’t hide under your beanie! It’s the season to show your skin some T,L,C!

Three ways to amp up your Nelson winter skincare.

Firstly, winter is the perfect time to try non-invasive skin treatments. This is because of the reduced sun exposure, which can be beneficial to your healing after any treatment.

At Woman, we have two specific skincare treatments that fall into the non-invasive skin treatments category.

ELOS Skin Rejuvenation:

This is a highly effective IPL intense pulse light treatment which restores the appearance of unwanted pigmentation, redness and uneven skin tone. We can treat your face, neck, décolletage and hands, restoring your skin to its former glory.

Combined bi-polar radio frequency and light energies of ELOS technology target skin pigmentation such as freckles, sunspots and age spots. Spider vessels (or thread veins) and redness from rosacea are also lightened. The bi-polar heat also stimulates collagen production.

Prices usually start at $350 for your face, BUT we are offering a special price of $200 for full face, with pricing for other areas by consultation with one of our certified therapists.

Contact us to book your appointment.

Dermapen 4:

Dermapen Microneedling treatments promote natural collagen and elastin production from within the skin. After treatment, you’ll notice healthier, brighter, tighter skin. It will feel more even toned, with refined pores and reduced wrinkles.

We can achieve fabulous skin rejuvenation with Dermapen 4, and our launch promotion is ongoing. Buy three treatments get one free!

To treat your face and neck is typically $299 for an individual treatment. But, if you book and pay for four, the total charged will be $897 (that works out at $224.25 per treatment). If you’d like to include your décolletage with your face and neck treatment it would normally be $350 for an individual treatment. But, similarly, if you book and pay for four, it’s $1050 (which works out at $262.50 per treatment).

Contact us to book your appointment.

Omnilux LED Revive Me:

Finally, your Nelson winter skincare should include a fabulous facial. That’s why we’ve included our; always popular Omnilux LED Revive Me Facial in our seasonal specials, reduced by $50 for three months only.

Enjoy our luxury facial combined with the medical grade Omnilux to plump, brighten and tighten the skin and minimise fine lines. This will improve the look and feel of your skin.

Buy yours here.

Autumn and Winter Skincare – Your ‘To Do’ List

May 22, 2019 by w b

As the seasons roll around once again, it’s time to start thinking about the changes you might need to make to your autumn and winter skincare. To help you prepare for the colder months, we decided to publish a handy ‘to do’ list. Read on to discover how you can save your skin during the Nelson winter season!

Autumn and Winter Skincare – The Woman Beauty Nelson ‘To Do’ List:

Start the new season with a facial

If you only manage to fit in a facial a few times a year, then the change of season is the perfect time to squeeze one in. Firstly, it will help prepare your skin for the harsh environmental factors it’s sure to encounter as the temperature changes. Secondly, it’s an excellent opportunity for one of our therapists to review your skin. We can advise you on any products we think will benefit your autumn and winter skincare routine. View our list of facials HERE.

Clear out the cupboard

Your skin will start to dry out in the colder months so you’ll rightly be tempted to slip some extra serums into your routine. But if you’re reaching to the back of the bathroom cupboard for products you’ve only used seasonally, do be sure to check when you initially opened them. Remember, all skincare products have a shelf life. They will lose their effectiveness beyond this point. So, the start of the new season is a good time to have a clear out. We know skincare products can be expensive, so do talk to us about getting the best bang for your buck during your seasonal switchover.

Get beautiful skin from within

Hydration is vital through the cooler months, but we know how tricky it is to keep up your water intake when it’s freezing outside, and you just want to wrap your hands around a warm coffee cup! Choose herbal teas for warming goodness. Or make a broth-based soup with delicious winter veggies.

Don’t ditch the SPF

Your skin receives no let-up from the harsh UV rays over winter, especially in beautiful Nelson, where we still have bright sunny days during the cooler months. So don’t ditch the sunscreen!

Mix up your makeup

Just as you update your wardrobe in summer, you might want to review your makeup bag. Swap your summer nudes for deeper, warmer lip and cheek colours over the autumn and winter seasons. Talk to us about the beautiful range of Jane Iredale mineral makeup. We can help you select the perfect shades for your new season look.

Need more autumn or winter skin care advice? Call in and see us. Our professional team of therapists are trained to meet exacting international standards. Their continual development and training mean that we can be sure they will always offer you the best service and advice.

New Year Resolutions for Skincare

January 10, 2019 by w b

Happy New Year to you from the team at Woman! We hope you’ve had a wonderful festive holiday. At this time of year it’s customary to reflect on the past twelve months, and work out how you’re going to achieve your goals in the year ahead. It’s common to make goals around health and fitness, but let’s think about looking after the largest organ you have… Your skin! We thought it might be timely to share some skincare New Year resolutions that will help you glow with vitality in 2019!

Five New Year resolutions for skincare

Resolve to find your perfect facial sunscreen
It’s important to factor quality ‘facial’ sunscreen into your daily skincare routine. Ultraceuticals UV Protective Daily Moisturiser Range are the perfect way to stay protected every day.
Choose from:
- Non greasy SPF 50+ for all skin types
- Sheer tint SPF 30+ for all skin types
- Hydrating SPF 30+ for dry to normal skin
- Mattifying SPF 30+ for dry to normal skin, no chalky residue, non greasy
Resolve to hydrate from the inside out
Drinking plenty of water will flush out toxins, giving you a healthy glow. Your skin will feel plumper and softer. Remember to include plenty of hydrating foods in your diet too. Watermelon, cucumber, berries and green leaves can all help to increase levels of hydration.
Resolve to keep it clean
Sounds simple… But how about if you’ve not worn a scrap of makeup all day? The answer is ‘yes’! Even if you’ve had your weekend fresh face on. The importance of your cleansing routine can never be underestimated. It’s not just about removing makeup. You come face to face (pun intended) with tiny particles of pollutants all day, evey day! And when it comes to cleaning, don’t forget your makeup brushes. These babies can become hotbeds for gunk and bacteria, so treat them well and give them some regular maintenance.
Resolve to get regular facials
A regular skincare cleansing routine is a good start, but as your skin changes from season to season you might need a little extra help to really get your glow on! At Woman we specialise and are trained in advanced skincare facials. We will give you honest advice and outstanding service with successful results. Check out our full range of facials HERE.
Resolve to make your makeup mineral
Mineral makeups are made from pure, crushed minerals and other natural components. So they don’t contain any nasty ingredients or toxic chemicals that are often the norm in other standard makeup ranges. This means they are gentler on your skin and won’t clog your pores or cause breakouts. At Woman we’re proud to be exclusive Nelson stockist for leading mineral makeup brand, Jane Iredale.

Call in and talk to us about your skincare New Year resolutions!

Your Nelson Spring Beauty Checklist

October 25, 2018 by w b

Here at Woman Beauty Nelson, we’re rather fond of a checklist… Checklists help us stay on track so we can provide you with the excellent service we’re known for. But who’d have thought that checklists have their own celebratory day? It’s true! 30th October is official ‘Checklist Day’… So, to celebrate we thought we’d publish your spring beauty checklist.

Your Nelson Spring Beauty Checklist

Face up to the new season

A change of season means it’s time for fresh, clear complexions. Our Advanced Facial Therapies will help you put your best face forward. Our much-loved O2 facial is a firm favourite and provides instant results you can see and feel.

Fight the fuzz

Those layers are coming off. So, if you’ve been leaving it a little longer between wax appointments, now is the time to recommence your regular bookings.

A golden glow

Once you’ve smoothed things out a bit, you’re ready to bare your limbs. Or are you? Why not make an entrance with a golden glow. A Sunescape spray tan will give you a feel-good boost for spring.

Treat those tootsies

It’s time to say goodbye to your winter boots and reach for your jandals. Your feet have probably been cooped up in their winter layers for a few months. So why not give them a little TLC before the big reveal! Our popular Soul to Sole is the ultimate treat for feet.

A pop of colour

Spring is the time to lighten and brighten things up. And that includes your makeup bag. So give it a spring clean and lighten it up by getting rid of all those dried up tubes and palettes. And brighten it up with a pop of colour. The new seasonal range of Jane Iredale mineral makeup is available at Woman Beauty Nelson. And if this spring beauty checklist hasn’t been enough reading, you might want to pop over and read this article for some spring makeup trends.

We can’t wait to help you complete your spring beauty checklist. Call 03 548 0030 for bookings.

Ultraceuticals at Woman Beauty Nelson

September 14, 2018 by w b

At Woman, we’re proud to be exclusive Nelson stockists of the premier range of facial cosmeceuticals, Ultraceuticals.

Ultraceuticals is one of Australia’s pre-eminent cosmeceutical brands. The range offers professional grade products formulated to address major skin concerns such as ageing, pigmentation and acne. The result is your best-ever skin!

But what are cosmeceuticals?

As we head into spring and summer it’s time to give your cosmetic bag and bathroom cabinet an overhaul, and add some extra protection! As well as the fabulous range of cleansers, serums and moisturisers on offer, Ultraceuticals can also help protect you from the sun’s harmful UV rays.

Daily protection from Ultraceuticals

Among our bestselling products are the Ultraceuticals UV Protective Daily Moisturiser Range. These are perfect for day wear, utilising a blend of non-nano broad spectrum SPF. Designed to protect against both UVA (antiaging) and UVB (burn) rays. A conventional sunscreen that has a ‘SPF’ rating only and does not mention the term ‘Broad Spectrum’ may block very little UVA radiation to the nominal SPF. These cost $89, and come in four different varieties.

SPF 50+ For all skin types – Non greasy
SPF 30+ Sheer tint – For all skin types
SPF 30+ Hydrating – For dry to normal skin
SPF 30+ Mattifying – For oily to normal skin, no chalky residue, non greasy

Advanced protection from Ultraceuticals

Ultraceuticals Sun Active SPF50+ Range has a Complete Spectrum, which means that the ingredients included protect to a deeper level of nanometers. (The wavelength UV is measured in nanometers (or billionths of a meter). The benefits of this

range include:

Highest UV protection containing complete spectrum UVA & UVB sunscreens
Antioxidant protection (ghts DNA damage)
4 hour water resistance
Touch dry technology
Low chemical load
Skin barrier support
Designed for active lifestyle
No benzophenone, parabens, propylene, synthetic dyes or fragrance

The range can be purchased in a 130 ml Face & Body lotion Airless Pump – $59, a 60 ml Face Cream – $59 and a 180 ml Clear Body Spray – $59.

Call in and see us for more information on Ultraceuticals.

Teenage Skin & How We Help:

Skincare for teenage skin:

First Facial:

A vegan diet and glowing skin:

Dairy… Not always a delight:

Root vegetables and radiant skin:

Banish fine lines with fruit and vegetables:

The menopause, your skin, and how we help:

Dry skin:

Possible Pimples:

Fighting the fuzz:

Three ways to amp up your Nelson winter skincare.

ELOS Skin Rejuvenation:

Dermapen 4:

Omnilux LED Revive Me:

Autumn and Winter Skincare – The Woman Beauty Nelson ‘To Do’ List:

Start the new season with a facial

Clear out the cupboard

Get beautiful skin from within

Don’t ditch the SPF

Mix up your makeup

Five New Year resolutions for skincare

Resolve to find your perfect facial sunscreen

Resolve to hydrate from the inside out

Resolve to keep it clean

Resolve to get regular facials

Resolve to make your makeup mineral

Your Nelson Spring Beauty Checklist

Face up to the new season

Fight the fuzz

A golden glow

Treat those tootsies

A pop of colour

But what are cosmeceuticals?

Daily protection from Ultraceuticals

Advanced protection from Ultraceuticals

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