There’s nothing wrong with taking a break from the hustle and bustle of the holidays. For many, a quiet and tranquil visit to the spa will work wonders for mind and body. At Syeni Salon and Spa, it’s all about relaxation.
But maybe your stress comes from worry about fitting into your party dress or those pesky pounds that the camera seems to add. If so, Sas Sukkasem, owner of Eminence Day Spa, says there’s a way to lose inches from hard-to-target areas of the body. The Ion Magnum – which the spa’s website describes as “the ultimate painless workout” – can subtract inches and add confidence, she says. Other technology at Eminence includes the Nano Perfector, which targets wrinkles. Other tips for stress management: yoga, nature walks, meditating in a peaceful place, applying calming essential oils, listening to soothing music (nix the boisterous Christmas tunes for a bit), playing with a beloved pet and watching the ocean waves. (Source: The Skin Type Solution by Dr. Leslie Baumann.) Problem: Dry, dull hair and itchy scalp You wear it every day: your hair. It’s not like a least-favorite sweater you can hide away in your closet. Making beautiful, healthy hair a priority is easier than ever, even during the changing seasons and hustle and bustle of the holidays. “Typically, during these months, people tend to turn the heat on in their homes which, as we know, can cause hair and skin to become more dry,” says Shawn Kekel, owner of Von Kekel Salon Spa. Static, flyaway hairs and diminished shine are other problems caused by missing humidity, he adds. Kekel’s solution? Hydrate from head to toe. “A couple of Aveda products that would be beneficial – Dry Remedy shampoo and conditioner…and for dry scalp…Aveda’s Scalp Benefits shampoo and conditioner,” he says. Itchy scalp is a problem too, says Anna Smith, owner of Studio 180 Salon. “Colder temperatures and holiday stress can cause itchy scalp, but we have a few remedies that can help,” says Smith. “A moisturizing scalp treatment works wonders.” Taking home a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner can really make a difference as well. Smith recommends Aquage Biomega. Whether the holiday months are wreaking havoc on your hair, skin or body, there’s a solution out there. Taking time for you can mean looking and feeling better. And isn’t that better than an endless wrapping session? caryliving.com | 65
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