The Esthetician Students are Published!

My esthetician students and I collaborated in class and wrote an article about the importance of protecting your skin from the sun, but ALSO enjoying the sun!... I mean we DO live in Santa Barbara and can't deny our beautiful sunshine! The article was featured on Girlfriend Celebrations -- one of my favorite blogs! Read..and then take a long stroll on the beach!

Esthetician Students get the scoop on Dysport

My esthetician students are botox and dysport experts! After a month of studying the anatomy of the face and learning about how Botox works, it was a treat to have Dr. Perkins and Brian Perkins from Evolutions Medical Spa visit the class and do a demo! Dr. Perkins presented information on Botox, the new Dysport and fillers -- Dr. Perkins was so genuine and knowledgeable! Everyone wanted to know about Dysport -- Dr. Perkins and Brian explained that it works like Botox, but is a smaller molecule and to many clients the results seem "smoother" or "lighter". Students learned that Dysport takes effect in 2-3 days and Botox 4-5 days. The good doc did a demo of Dysport and the esthetician students were able to see what muscles are affected by the injections. We had so much fun! ... now ... how many estheticians will want to go to nursing school to be able to do these injections!?

The Esthetician Class says THANK YOU!!! Dr. Perkins and Brian for your time, insight and sharing your knowledge!

P.S. I love trying new things ... I went to Evolutions in June to try Dysport ... I really like it! "Light" results, softened lines, but not too much and just relaxes the muscles.

Learn about CryoStem Facials SUNDAY

Skin Essentials is hosting "Science and New Skin", an education night on the DNA CryoStem technology.

Dr. Noel Aguilar, a recognized and respected pioneer in biological skin therapy and creator of the DNA CryoStem Firming and Hydrating Facials will be speaking at Skin Essentials in Montecito THIS SUNDAY, April 26th @ 1:00

Don't miss this opportunity to hear about this revolutionary technology for skin enhancement and rejuvenation -- the CryoStem facials introduce an abundance of collagen, proteins, minerals, vitamins, elastin and hyaluronic acid.

Why should you attend? As if hearing Dr. A speak, learning about these facials, and eating Italian food wasn't enough ... I will be there creating customized skin cocktails for participants to take home! There will be a drawing for a CryoStem Cell Firming Facial, gift bags for each attendee and a drawing for a Jane Iredale basket.

The event is catered by Pane E Vino and tickets for this event are only $10! Seating is limited, so call soon to reserve your spot -- 805-695-8699

I hope to see you there! Happy Spa-ing this weekend!

Wellness Event @ Evolutions

Wellness to Riches

THIS WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22, 5-8 PM
@ Evolutions 1309 State Street

At this fun, interactive and FREE event you will learn about (and experience) proactive ways to live a happy, healthy life!
~ Mini Vibraderm treatments (this helps obtain a beautiful glow on your skin!)

~ Thermal scans to determind the activity of your nervous system

~ Pressure Point massage

~ Guided meditation practice

~ Customized skin consultations and skin cocktails by DNA Health Institute

Sponsors include: Evolutions, Dr. Kara Gochnour, Sunshine Wellness, DNA Health Institute, Spa del Mar, Star Performance and Buddhafield

Call 687-0212 to reserve your space!

Chocolate and Yoga

One of my favorite websites to write for is Girlfriend Celebrations! In case you missed my monthly column for this month on my delicious experience at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa participating in a yoga and chocolate workshop, read all about how eating Vosge truffles inspired me to do the downward dog!

Burke Williams Spa

I recently had an invitation to visit and receive a facial at the new Burke Williams in Sherman Oaks. The invite came from a recent SBCC esthetician graduate -- Sarah, who is an amazing, caring woman and esthetician.

The Burke Williams Spa is located in the Galleria in Sherman Oaks; I arrived early and discovered a Paul Mitchell Academy, so I stopped in to browse and network!

This was the first time I had been to a Burke Williams Spa and according to Sarah, they each have different setting and decor. The Spa in Sherman Oaks seemed to have a bit of a Cape Cod or hunter's lodge type decor. I arrived early to enjoy the ammenities -- sauna, steam and jacuzzi, really though, I was just excited to have a facial by Sarah as she had raved about the education and thorough training process at Burke Williams. And indeed, the facial was beautiful and it was interesting because it was different than the "usual" facial protocol. Sarah performed mostly pressure point face massage (instead of effleurage). Sarah also had a great approach with her consultation and facial technique -- I could tell she was in her element and really loves being an esthetician.

Thank you Sarah so much for the pampering morning at Burke Williams Spa -- the are very fortunate to have you on staff!

Remember: Always arrive at least an hour early to enjoy the ammenities and calm your mind and body to prepare for your treatment.

Parents Love ZenSpa!

Spa Defined would like to congratulate Audrey and the other amazing ZenSpa staff for being recognized by SB Parent and winning FIRST Place in the Parent Choice Awards for Spa Services!

Want to know why they were voted FIRST PLACE? ... I could give you all of the dreamy details -- the best peels for rejuvenated skin, organic skin care, and ultimate pampering in a relaxing, zen environment! Oh ... and did I mention the staff is so smiley and friendly?! But ... why don't you stop by, get a massage or facial and find out for yourself why ZenSpa is FIRST PLACE material!

Certified DNA Practitioner Training

A few weeks ago, I attended the DNA Certified DNA Practitioner Training for two Days at the DNA Corporate Office. It was so much fun and I learned more about Ionic Chemistry from Dr. Aguilar and Heather and Jessica, both amazing staff at DNA, did such a good job organizing the event.

It was fun to network, learn and mingle with all of the estheticians from Evolutions, Coastal Skincare, ZenSpa, SBCC Esthetician Program, Skin Essentials and Kiz, Christy and Michelle from Santa Barbara Skin Therapy. What an amazing group of women, now ALL utilizing the DNA protocol -- their clients will love them even more!