Tip of the Month

Summer is here and this is the time when your skin is the most vulnerable to harsh summer sun rays. Tanning, dark spots, dull skin and pigmentation are some of the summer skin problems along with some serious skin disorders like pimples and acne. The best way to get a summer glow is a facial treatment. Facials offer a clean and clear skin, moisturize your skin and treat many skin problems. There are several different types of facials to suit your skin and skin problem.

*July-August Special: Purchase a $50 gift card and receive a free sunblock ($40 value)*

Facts to know: Over exposure to ultraviolet light is the cause of skin cell structural breakdown and other physical deterioration.

When skin is exposed to the sun's ultraviolet rays, both UVA and UVB rays stimulate melanin production which results in the "tan" we see. What we don't see is the increased activity of free radicals which breakdown the internal building blocks of the skin and the deeper down demise of collagen, the connective tissue of our skin responsible for maintaining support and elasticity.

Wear a broad spectrum sunscreen for effective protection against all UV rays.

Research indicates that UVA rays are responsible for skin cancer and visible sun damage like skin breakdown, wrinkling and pigmentation problems. UVB rays are behind sunburns.

Sun protection includes the application of proper SPF Broad Spectrum sunscreen or sunblock (shielding both UVA and UVB rays), wearing protective clothing, and UVA/UVB lens filter sunglasses.

*Skin Cancer Fact:*

By the age of 65, almost half of all North Americans have experienced some form of skin cancer. Don't be a part of the statistics. Cover up and protect yourself!