Well, it’s that time again. Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Years. We attend more parties, eat more and drink more alcohol too. So, let’s take a look at what alcohol does to our skin. 1- Alcohol can dehydrate your skin. It is a diuretic, meaning we urinate more when drinking alcohol. And prevents production of […]
My Specialization- Facial Skin Care
As an Esthetician there is so much that we can do under our Licenses. We can do Facials, Peels, Microdermabrasion, facial waxing, body waxing, lash and brow tinting, Microcurrent, Lash Extensions, Spray Tanning and I’m sure there are a few more I can’t think about right away. But I think my favorite thing to […]
Have you seen the Light? LED Light, that is..
Want to be enlightened? In addition to great facials, Microcurrent, Diamond Abrasion and all the other awesome advanced skincare services at Afterglow, I have an LED Light treatment like no one else has in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. When hearing about LED Light I’m sure it makes you think of strings of Christmas lights, or […]
10 Reasons You Should Have A Facial At Afterglow
1- You have a face. 2- You are breathing. Just kidding. But seriously… 3- You have pigmentation (brown spots) on your skin. And pigmentation is usually caused from overexposure to sun. Pigmentation can be directly affected by products used in facial treatments and home care products your Esthetician recommends. 4- You want to look younger. […]
A Facial for Lips?
The Lips? Yes, that’s right -an actual facial for your lips. Want a smooth and plumper pout? Let’s face it, lips are a huge focus nowadays I think, even more than eyes. So, I thought I’d come up with a “lip facial” as a new treatment at Afterglow. What happens to our lips when […]
Madonna and the Sapphire Oxylight! You know…the Red Carpet Treatment at Afterglow!
I’ve talked before about my Sapphire 3 Oxylight and the Red Carpet Facial Rejuvenation Treatment and how popular it is in my business. Many celebrities have been getting the treatments done in Hollywood for a few years. I wrote a blog about Sofia Vergara having the treatments on the Oxylight before her wedding but […]
Have you got the “after Summer skin blues?”
Haven’t come in for your regular facial or treatment? Is your skin not looking that great now that Summers over? Looking kind of dull or ashy? Leftover tan? Some new lines? Lost that brightness to your skin? We all look forward to the sun, warmth, beaches and vacations of summer, but maybe we don’t realize […]
Which things make a woman’s appearance look older and what can you do about it?
Lack of good skincare ages facial skin. And haircare, makeup and grooming can definitely make a person look significantly older. So, let’s take a look at these categories individually, and see what can be done to make some changes so we can look younger. #1 SKIN. So, first of all, you all know that I’m […]
Facial aging. Is sleep really essential for great skin?
Absolutely! Besides facials, facial treatment, diet and great home care products, sleep is of utmost importance for skin health and beauty. Have you ever woken up after a late night with little sleep, and waking up tired? I don’t know about you but it sure as heck shows up on my face the next day. […]
How is the Custom Facial at Afterglow different?
At Afterglow, the Custom Facial will be unlike any facial you’ve had before. And, I can say that with utmost confidence! As An Esthetician we all look at your skin under a magnifying lamp. It tells us a lot of things like whether you are dry, oily dehydrated and many other things. When a […]