Frequently Asked Questions
1. What product lines do you use?
I use organic products from The Body Deli for facials . For waxing I use Cirepil fragrance free, color free wax. For massage I use Biotone Advanced Therapy hypoallergenic gel.
2. What are superfoods and why are they beneficial for the skin?
Superfoods are packed with vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants and are highly absorbable by the human body when put on the skin. Some examples of superfoods used in my facials are blueberries, acai berry, pomegranate, and manuka honey. Superfoods contain high amounts of antioxidants which help combat aging.
3. What are antioxidants and free radicals?
Our bodies naturally produce free radicals (by-products) when our cells use oxygen. Free radicals are the cause of aging and antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals. Antioxidants are in many products including fruits, olive oil, apricot kernel oil, and green tea. Using antioxidants in your skincare products and eating/drinking antioxidants helps slow the aging process.
4. What are the benefits of facials?
Facials have many benefits including increasing circulation, removing dirt and blackheads and removing dead skin cells (exfoliation). When people are under stress, all of their muscles tense up, including their facial muscles. The massage portion of the facial helps relax facial muscles which reduces wrinkle formation and often makes you look younger and happier since your facial muscles are more relaxed. Treatment masks, serums and moisturizers are used and help with most skin concerns such as aging, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, acne, and dryness.
5. What are the benefits of The Palm Springs Date Peel? Will I actually peel?
The Palm Springs Date Peel offers a stronger exfoliation than a regular facial does. Most people will not actually peel with the Palm Springs Date Peel. The Peel reaches deeper layers of skin and has the unique ability to nourish the skin as well as exfoliate. Hyperpigmentation (sun spots) can be reduced and your skin becomes tighter and brighter and more hydrated. Many people see results from 1 peel, but the best results are seen in a series of 3 or 6 peels done 2 weeks apart.
6. What are the benefits of massage?
Massage can help with so many things from pain management to helping reduce stress and anxiety. Here is a link to an excellent article that discusses all of the benefits– Click Here. Here is another link to a recent study done by Cedars Sinai hospital in LA - Click Here
7. What is a body scrub for?
Body scrubs exfoliate your skin, which means to remove dead skin cells. There is a hydrating oil in the scrub I use and some of the oil is left on your skin when I remove the scrub – so the treatment is hydrating as well.
8. What is your cancellation policy?
I require a 12 hour notice to cancel or change an appointment. A 50% cancellation fee is charged if not given 12 hour notice. (except for emergencies , of course). No shows for any prepaid service or gift certificate forfeit your service. If you book online, my booking system will send you an email reminder of your appointment about 36 hours before your appointment. If you don’t book online, I do not make reminder appointment calls so please write down your appointment time.
I use organic products from The Body Deli for facials . For waxing I use Cirepil fragrance free, color free wax. For massage I use Biotone Advanced Therapy hypoallergenic gel.
2. What are superfoods and why are they beneficial for the skin?
Superfoods are packed with vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and antioxidants and are highly absorbable by the human body when put on the skin. Some examples of superfoods used in my facials are blueberries, acai berry, pomegranate, and manuka honey. Superfoods contain high amounts of antioxidants which help combat aging.
3. What are antioxidants and free radicals?
Our bodies naturally produce free radicals (by-products) when our cells use oxygen. Free radicals are the cause of aging and antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals. Antioxidants are in many products including fruits, olive oil, apricot kernel oil, and green tea. Using antioxidants in your skincare products and eating/drinking antioxidants helps slow the aging process.
4. What are the benefits of facials?
Facials have many benefits including increasing circulation, removing dirt and blackheads and removing dead skin cells (exfoliation). When people are under stress, all of their muscles tense up, including their facial muscles. The massage portion of the facial helps relax facial muscles which reduces wrinkle formation and often makes you look younger and happier since your facial muscles are more relaxed. Treatment masks, serums and moisturizers are used and help with most skin concerns such as aging, rosacea, hyperpigmentation, acne, and dryness.
5. What are the benefits of The Palm Springs Date Peel? Will I actually peel?
The Palm Springs Date Peel offers a stronger exfoliation than a regular facial does. Most people will not actually peel with the Palm Springs Date Peel. The Peel reaches deeper layers of skin and has the unique ability to nourish the skin as well as exfoliate. Hyperpigmentation (sun spots) can be reduced and your skin becomes tighter and brighter and more hydrated. Many people see results from 1 peel, but the best results are seen in a series of 3 or 6 peels done 2 weeks apart.
6. What are the benefits of massage?
Massage can help with so many things from pain management to helping reduce stress and anxiety. Here is a link to an excellent article that discusses all of the benefits– Click Here. Here is another link to a recent study done by Cedars Sinai hospital in LA - Click Here
7. What is a body scrub for?
Body scrubs exfoliate your skin, which means to remove dead skin cells. There is a hydrating oil in the scrub I use and some of the oil is left on your skin when I remove the scrub – so the treatment is hydrating as well.
8. What is your cancellation policy?
I require a 12 hour notice to cancel or change an appointment. A 50% cancellation fee is charged if not given 12 hour notice. (except for emergencies , of course). No shows for any prepaid service or gift certificate forfeit your service. If you book online, my booking system will send you an email reminder of your appointment about 36 hours before your appointment. If you don’t book online, I do not make reminder appointment calls so please write down your appointment time.
