Beauty, Bridal & Fashion

Split ends are very damaging to hair if not treated as soon as possible. Many people aren’t quite sure whether they have them or not. They can be tricky to find, depending on your hair color and type… So how can you tell if you have split ends?
You know that you have split ends when your hair is starting to have a lot of tangles when you comb it or if it looks uneven or frayed. There are more variations of split ends than you may think! If any strands of your hair look like they are split, you need to get it treated immediately.

When the new year begins, so many people make New Year’s resolutions that involve either getting in shape, loosing weight, getting organized or some other self-improvement.  This motivation only intensifies as summer is approaching. Have you considered improving your image?  If you have, you may have considered getting a new wardrobe or maybe go to the mall and have someone do your make-up to see how you can look different. 

With summer just around the corner, it’s time to shake off the winter blues and enjoy the sun as much as you can before the cold sets in again. School and college students would particularly look forward to this time off from the hectic schedule of studies. Summer means lazing around, long hours at the beach, or playing sports with friends. Wouldn’t it be great if you could also have great looking hair throughout all this?
Summer hair care is all about keeping your hair hydrated, avoiding extended exposure to the sun, and keeping off from using excessive styling products. A lot of people tend to forget that the summer requires its very own care regimen, one that is quite different from how you would treat your hair in the winter.

Summer weather brings blue skies and lazy pool days but the humidity and heat can be killer on your hair.  The girls at innovations salon and spa have the cure for that.
“Humidity can cause the cuticle of the hair to expand, resulting in increased frizz and flyaway hair,” says salon owner Jennie Hall.  “By the same token, dry heat can strip the hair of moisture, causing it to appear dull and lifeless.  The Brazilian Blowout acts as a barrier from the weather, sealing in moisture and shine. 

The month of May is a busy time for most families.  Spring is underway, graduations are beginning, it’s Women’s Health month and most important of all -  It is Mother’s Day.
Etcetera is excited to have our Special Beauty Days right before Mother’s Day to honor them and offer the gift of Health and Beauty.

Permanent makeup is basically tattooing cosmetics and sometimes referred to as micropigmentation or intradermal cosmetics. Like tattooing, permanent makeup involves implanting colored pigments into the upper layers of the skin.
The whole procedure takes at least one hour including 30 minutes of the topical anesthetic application after the consultation and 30 to 40 minutes of the actual color implantation.

As if we don’t have enough to deal with as we age, we women have to face the inevitable fact that most of us are going to put on excess fat around our waist, and/or other areas of the body as we get older.  While good diet and exercise normally keep that under control, most women claim that as they age, even with no change to their current diet or exercise routine that they seem to put on weight and fat that is impossible to shed.

With years of experience, thousands of laser procedures performed and numerous accolades for their work, you will receive nothing less than excellent care and top of the line service with the professionals at Infinity MedSpa, Santa Clarita’s premier cosmetic medical practice. 
Now in a remodeled state-of-the-art facility, experience world-class service with world-class results in a beautiful and chic environment.  “We are very excited about our recent remodel,” states Dr. Veloso.  “We went from a Tuscan motif to a clean, modern and glamorous look.” 

The 2014 bridal and prom season are upon us and the trends for the perfect bridal look or prom look are out.  The looks are all very feminine with touches of floral.  Braids are also making a strong appearance in many of these looks.  The undone up do is also being utilized for those that want a more relaxed and carefree look.  We can do this style with messy curls or braids.  Many ladies still opt to wear their hair up or to the side in sleek styles that pull the hair back and away from the face.  This is great if you are trying to show off your beautiful facial features, neck or jewelry.

If you’ve ever wanted to change hair color, you know how it feels to be totally overwhelmed with choices. Should you go lighter, darker, ombre, or stick with basic highlights? Whatever route you choose, we all know that changing your hair can morph your entire look. Color expert Nicole Ruggeri, Master Hairstylist, offers guidance on how to choose a new hair color based on skin tone. Her insider intel will help make sure you pick the hue that looks best on you.  –Beauty Editor
Your skin tone is the framework to your hair, so you want to make sure your skin tone and hair color compliment one another. The right combination of skin tone and hair color can define your look.

Massage can ease fibromyalgia and arthritis pain and promote a better mental outlook like a blaring television you can’t shut off, chronic pain can drown out your enjoyment of daily activities.
“Some days it feels like someone is inside my head screaming, ‘Pain!’” says Katherine Johnson of Broomfield, Colorado, who was diagnosed with fibromyalgia 12 years ago.

Spring is here and so is wedding season!  There are so many details that go into planning a wedding. To ease the stress of finding the perfect formal style I have done the research for you.  This year we are seeing a lot of the old Hollywood glam look. That look can include many different styles. We are starting to see more and more brides wear all their hair down.

Skin problems seem to affect everyone growing up, but some unfortunately never outgrow it. While acne is commonly associated with adolescents, it may occur in adults and can be found on the chest, upper arms, face, shoulders, back and neck.  It is estimated that 30 percent of women and 20 percent of men ages 20 to 60 are troubled by skin breakouts.
Studies have traced the causes of adult acne to, fluctuating hormones, and/or deficiency of vitamins. 

The highly anticipated Coachella festival is just around the corner. Tickets go on sale almost a year in advance and sell out in a blink of an eye. The hype is so immense, that one weekend isn’t nearly enough. The California desert city of Indio transforms a venue into a consecutive two-weekend epic party. With indie and alternative music always at the forefront, this year you can also catch headliner performances from Pharrell Williams and an eight-year too long Outkast reunion.
Coachella is the hippie capital of the world. While attendees insist festivals are all about the music, they have undeniably become a fashion frenzy within the last couple of years. A chance for festival goers to showcase their best bohemian ensembles, why not get well prepared for what some people say will be the best weekend of your entire life.

Yes, we are getting ready for summer. Last month we listed many things that could be done to achieve the results we desire before summer. One problem area for both women and men are stretch marks.
Stretch marks are a result of many things - not just gaining weight or pregnancy. As a child when we grow fast our skin can be stretch too quickly and stretch marks are formed. A stretch mark is a scar - so the fractional skin resurfacing will work on any scar - even acne.

Paying homage to the sights and sounds of spring, Merle Norman Cosmetics is launching their New 2014 Spring Color Collection,  featuring celestial hues of pinks and lilacs paired with neutrals to create a breezy, lets-go-for-a-drive feel. The collection is available in studios for a limited time beginning March 1.
Since its inception 83 years ago Merle Norman has blossomed into a leading beauty brand with on-trend, innovative, gorgeous products for women of every age.

Choosing the perfect salon is crucial to highlights that look and feel great.  Many people find they need their bangs trimmed or a blowout, but they have no idea which salon to try.  Because appearances are so powerful in our society, choosing the right salon is a must. Whether you only want a simple trim or an entirely new look, there is a salon for you.
To get started, here are some tips that will help you choose the right salon:

Here’s something new for all fans of Beyond Harmony Med Spa. Like us on Facebook and you will receive a great tip every day on our page. Monday through Friday we will post a tip to help you look and feel better, become more ecologically responsible, or little things that you can do at home to make your space a bit more spa-like. The following were posted during the first two weeks of our campaign:
Spa Tip: Lips do not contain oil glands for lubrication. Use pure cocoa butter to keep them looking kiss ably soft.