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May 18th, 2012
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May 18th, 2012
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May 18th, 2012
Fan Favorite Spring Product… Eminence Organics Neroli Age Corrective Serum
Benefits Ideal for all skin types, especially mature
Dramatically reduces the appearance of crows feet.
Moisturizes and Hydrates the delicate eye area.
Protects and nourishes the skin Boosts collagen production
Features Neroli Oil hydrates and softens the skin
Natural Retinol Alternative Complex immediately lifts and tightens the skin
Carrot supplies potent Vitamin A to the skin
Coconut Water tones and boosts moisture
Eminence Organics is a highly effective, entirely organic skin care line. With all naturally organic ingredients these hand-made products are effective and extremely healing. Rich in vitamins, active ingredients and nutrients, Eminence products will give you immediate results that you will see and feel.
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March 20th, 2012
I will frequently ask my clients, ” What is the main reason you get a facial” ? The #1 answer was to keep my skin healthy . ( Keep my pores clean was second.)
As an esthetician with 8 years of hands-on experience treating skin, I believe that one of the best benefits of a professional facial is the opportunity to work with a professional skin care specialist who will analyze your skin, hear your concerns and show you how to properly care for your skin based on your unique needs and skin type. Getting a professional facial is very important for the overall health of your skin.
Most basic facials include:
Exfoliation- Physical (ultrasound or microdermabrasion crystals) and/or chemical ( acids and enzymes) exfoliants to stimulate cell renewal, remove dry skin, break down stubborn discoloration (brown spots) and fade post-breakout red/dark marks. Exfoliation also allows action ingredients to absorb deeper within the skin for maximum skin results.
Face, neck and shoulder massage- Not only is it incredibly relaxing, but facial massage helps to increase microcirculation to bring new nutrients to the skin at the cellular level.
Steam- The heat that the steam produces will raise the temperature of the skin and soften the hardened oil in the pore, making it easier for extraction and deep pore cleansing. Steam is also excellent for hydrating the skin as long as the moisture is sealed in with a cream afterwards, to prevent the moisture from evaporating
Manual extraction- When it comes to clogged pores and blackheads, there is no more effective way to remove them than with manual removal (gentle squeezing) as skin care products will not remove blackheads.
Mask- Used at the end of the facial, masks help to lower the temperature of the skin to reduce redness and to deeply hydrate.
Along with all of the skin benefits stated above, facials are incredibly relaxing and stress reducing and should be performed every 4-6 weeks.
At Radiance medspa in Woodbury Lakes, our facials are anything but basic. The Stillwater Gazette has named us the Best Medical spa for 2011
We offer our complimentary digital skin analysis to each new facial client.
We have many types of facials to offer so your esthetician will always give your skin what it needs.
What better way to celebrate mothers than to give the gift of healthy skin.
Renee Miller
Licensed Aesthetican 
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January 31st, 2012
As we age, many of us tend to concentrate on eye wrinkles and sagging facial jowls – but often neglect to realize that smooth beautiful lips can make you look younger too. Thinning, wrinkling, and loss of definition is what happens to our lips as we age.
Lip augmentation is a common procedure that restores lost volume and shape. Injectable dermal fillers are used in the lips made from a substance that is naturally occurring in the skin called hyaloronic acid.
At Radiance Med Spa we offer the perfect package. The Love your Lips package includes 1 Syringe of Juvederm and 4 units of botox to achieve the perfect pout. 651-204-9338
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October 31st, 2011
Laser kin tightening with Near-infrared technology is ideal for targeting those telltale signs of aging, including jowl and neck laxity, sagginess under the eyes, droopy brow lines, and nasolabial folds. Deep dermal heating induces neocollagenesis resulting in an increase in skin firmness. A series of three to six treatments produces a tighter, fresher appearance without pain or invasive procedures. In addition, the near infrared technology is also part of the Laser 360 treatment we offer at Radiance.
Laser 360 is an exciting new aesthetic laser treatment that combines three revolutionary technologies to deliver softer, younger looking skin in just 60 days. AFT Intense Pulsed Light pulses of light even out your skin color and reduce broken capillaries and other irregularities. Laser Skin Tightening heats the skin deep in the dermis to rebuild collagen. Pixel is a precision resurfacing laser that improves texture, tone, fine lines, acne scarring, ect.. This rejuvenating treatment reveals brighter, younger, and healthier looking skin inside and out with downtime lasting approximately 5-7 days. 
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September 5th, 2011
Recent years have seen a significant increase in the number of men seeking facial rejuvenation. Men have discovered, like women, that there are economic and social benefits that result from looking your best.
Dermal Fillers
The dermal fillers discussed earlier in the newsletter are also ideal for men. Men often have heavier skin and deeper folds than women. For this reason, Radiesse is often an ideal filler for use in men, and has the advantage that it lasts for a year. Dermal fillers work well in men and restore a more youthful facial appearance.
Botox for Men
Botox has become the most popular non-surgical cosmetic procedure for men. Men most commonly use Botox to treat their forehead lines and the frown lines between the eyes. When these lines are deep, they can make a man appear angry even when he is not. By softening these lines with Botox, men make themselves appear more relaxed and approachable. Many men view this change as a valuable career investment.
Treatment of Ingrown Hairs
Pseudofolliculitis barbae is the medical term for persistent inflammation caused by shaving. It is common on the male face, and can lead to facial scarring over time. Pseudofolliculitis barbae is easy to treat with a series of laser hair removal treatments.
The Man’s Facial
One of the most relaxing gifts a man can receive is a facial delivered by one of our professional aestheticians. A man’s facial addresses the unique skin needs of men. The facial is designed to sooth razor burns and prevent ingrown hairs, and results in skin that looks healthy, glowing, and vibrant. Ladies might consider a facial as a gift to a man who would otherwise not schedule a facial for himself.
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September 5th, 2011
Have you noticed brown spots or age spots and broken blood vessels on your face, neck and décolletage? These skin changes are signs of sun damage and facial aging. New non-surgical Photofacial anti-aging skin care treatments using intense pulsed light, called IPL, can remove age spots, broken blood vessels and skin aging changes with minimal or no down time. IPL also improves wrinkles, tone, texture, and clarity. Results from this non-surgical rejuvenation area amazing! Multiple treatments may be necessary for desire result. Schedule your consultation today to see if this service is right for you!
20% off IPL Photofacial Packages!
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August 15th, 2011
Vitamin A.
Otherwise known as retinoids, vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is not present in the body. Vitamin A is the single most important ingredient to prevent, restore, normalize and help repair damaged skin.
Antioxidants
Antioxidants are molecules that can safely terminate the oxidation chain reaction before cells are badly damaged. They neutralize free radicals turned loose by the sun’s UVA rays by donating one of their electrons to each, transforming them into non-damaging molecules. This activity is usually known as free radical scavenging by skin care professionals. Antioxidants help prevent tissue damage that could potentially lead to aging and disease.
Vitamin E
Although vitamin E is a highly effective oil-soluble antioxidant that protects collagen from destruction by UV rays, it is extremely sensitive to damage and inactivation when exposed to free radicals. One of the important roles of its sister, vitamin C, is to reactivate it to its original form, enabling it to work against free radicals. Vitamins C and E are intertwined in their activity and are important teammates in protecting and treating the skin from sun damage.
Vitamin C
Vitamin C is one of the most valuable ingredients in professional prevention and rejuvenation care, but its successful delivery into the skin has spurred on constant research.
Peptides
Peptides are one of the newest ingredient groups to hit the anti-aging skin care scene and are stimulating many studies that have shown significant results. They are highly respected for their ability to penetrate the skin and activate their target, increasing the production of collagen and elastin.
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August 6th, 2011
Q: What is LATISSE®?
A: LATISSE® is a eyelash enhancement product made of bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03%, originally developed and used to treat glaucoma. In using the glaucoma medication, patients noticed significant eyelash growth. Some even had to trim their lashes due to excessive length.
Q: How does LATISSE® work?
A: LATISSE® is thought to affect the growth stage of eyelashes by increasing the duration of the growth phase while increasing the number of hairs in the growth phase.
Q: How is LATISSE® used?
A: LATISSE® is applied to the base of the upper eyelashes nightly for 16 weeks. After 16 weeks, the application can be reduced to every 2-3 days to maintain growth. LATISSE® is not applied to the lower eyelashes.
Ask a Radiance MedSpa Skin Expert on how to make your LATISSE® last you longer!
Q: When do I start to see results?
A: Great eyelashes don’t just happen overnight. Gradually, you’ll notice more thickness and darkness in your lashes. LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% works remarkably–with full results at week 16. Remember, results are gradual over time. And also remember, if you stop using LATISSE® at any time, your eyelashes will return to their previous appearance over several weeks to months.
If you’re satisfied with your results by week 8, don’t stop there. Stick with the treatment. After week 16, you’ll see the full effect of LATISSE® solution — and so will others!
Q: Do I have to use LATISSE® forever?
A: If you stop using LATISSE® your lashes will eventually go back to their original length. To continue to have long, thick lashes after the 16 week period– apply LATISSE® 3-4 times per week.
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