WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR YOUR SKIN!

Well here we are in the middle of a winter storm!  This is supposed to be sunny North Carolina!  And I promise it will be...in a week.  We are expecting temperatures to rise into the seventies by next Thursday.  Only in North Carolina. 

The change in weather can create skin problems to say the least.  Do not forget sunscreen!!! I can't say this enough.  Cloudy days, windy days, every day we need to protect the largest organ of our body.  The organ that protects everything coming and going.  Choose the right sunscreen.  I believe physical sunscreens are better then chemical sunscreens because they aren't absorbed by the body.  I believe chemical sunscreens can cause health issues.  Anyway, use sunscreen, your aging skin will thank you later.

Make sure you moisturize as well!  Drink plenty of water and use the correct moisturizer for your skin type.  Even oily skin can become dehydrated.  Remember oil and water are two different things.  If you are unsure about what you need to use, I can help.  Call me, consults are NO CHARGE.

Don't forget your lips.  Choose a lip balm without petroleum or petrolatum. 

Enjoy the snow, when it is 90-100 in July we will be wishing for a little coolness.  Save a snowball in the freezer and take it out on that really hot day. Ahhh.

Soon it will be spring and I am preparing for a wedding!  Caitlin, my daughter is getting married.  We are very excited.  More on that later, stay tuned.

Myth #6

WebMD - Myth #6 "Expensive skin care products work best." Sometimes expensive products are not what they appear.  Knowing your ingredients and how they are delivered, or finding a trusted esthetician that stays up to date on education and products benefits your skin much better than simply spending more money.  I believe that Professional skin care products do work best.  My products are formulated to penetrate better than OTC products.  Osmosis Skin Care products are chirally correct, which is less irritating, allowing the ingredients to be accepted into the cells.  Also, the liposomal delivery system penetrates into the dermis where it does the most good. 

Just because the products are expensive doesn't mean they work better.  Do your research and spend your money wisely.

January 6, 2014

Wow where has the time gone?  I know I haven't blogged in a long, long time.  My goal is to get better at posting in 2014!  So watch for it!

Well good to know, my philosophy about skin hasn't changed.  I have, however; learned more and I am going to share so much.

I had an email come through recently from WebMD about myths of skincare.  I wanted to share with you my opinions about what they shared.  Some of it I agree with and some of it I don't.  I will state the myth and then give you my view point and why.

Myth #5- Facials and microdermabrasion are good for your skin care routine.  In my personal experience working with clients, facials have stimulated collagen and elastin, drains the lymph, relieves skin issues far more than just relaxation.  Much more goes into a facial than applying products.  I perform a skin analysis before any treatment, thereby allowing for a customized protocol specific for what my client needs.
When it is stated that 80% of the people experience breakouts, this could be because of several different reasons.  One being that inflammation has been created due to the disturbance of the skins natural flora.  Sometimes with my products there is a purging effect that happens causing micro-comodones (blemishes that started weeks or months ago) to surface.  I do my best to control this with specific products and modalities.  My clients state they have better results because of my treatments, as opposed to other treatments and medications they have tried. This even includes treatments done by dermatologists.
Microdermabrasion is another story.  I usually don't recommend this modality because of the inflammation and damage caused when preformed.

Watch for the next post!

Safe Products?

I am so excited about what the New Year will bring, and, of course, we can't forget that Valentine's Day is just around the corner.  What could be better than a wonderful giveaway that takes your Valentine's Day to a whole other level of amazing?

By now you may know that Esthetics by Caris is an all natural and organic skin care company, and I am excited about helping you take a few wonderful moments for yourself from the stresses of a busy life.  I would love to see those stresses melt away during one of my "Signature Facials."  Most importantly I am dedicated to excellent skincare, with the finest products.  Not only will you feel refreshed, but your skin will feel rejuvenated, and healthy.

I also love to have fun, and there is nothing more wonderful than chocolate, especially for Valentine's Day, so your first prize is a...wait for it...CHOCOLATE,  and STRAWBERRY facial!! In a warm pleasant atmosphere indulge in a soothing anti-oxidant, hydrating, luscious, good for you facial.  Using only the best, world renowned Eminence products! Enjoy the relaxing massage while your face is infused with rich, natural, healing products!  A box of chocolates and a Starbucks card to enjoy after your "Spa Experience"!!!

Ladies, pamper yourself for Valentine's Day! Whether you are going out, or just want something wonderfully fun to do you can't go wrong!
Guys, imagine the look on your sweeties' face when you tell her she gets all of these wonderful treats for Valentine's Day, and there's not much hassle on you!  You will make her day, and we ALL know that's a major bonus!

Of course there's the ever looming question...What do I have to do to be entered to win these amazing prizes.  Well it's pretty easy!

First, go to my facebook page: Esthetics by Caris, LLC and push Like.

Second, just share this blog post on facebook, and type in "I want a Chocolate Facial from Esthetics by Caris, LLC for Valentine's Day!"  Be sure to link it back to the page so that I'll know you've done it!

Lastly, take five minutes and go to google or wikipedia. Look up at least one of these common ingredients found in skincare products, and send me a facebook message about what you found out.

Common ingredients:

1. Sodium lauryl sulfate
2. Parabens
3. Dioxane

All three steps will earn you your name placed in a pot once.  Every additional ingredient you look up will earn you one more entry!  That's up to 3 entries you could earn with just a few extra minutes.  How awesome is that???

You have just a few days
to make it happen! On Saturday, February 11th @ 5pm I will randomly select one of your lovely names, and get in touch with you to schedule your facial!

Can't wait to see what you find out about each ingredient!  Check back in often for great deals and products of the month!

Skin...What would we do without it?

Skin is the coolest organ in/on the body.  Without skin covering us we would not survive.  It moves with us, stretches and repairs itself.  Think about it...there is more to come.

Welcome to Esthetics by Caris!

This is my new blogspot about my new business! On it, I hope to give needed advice
on helping you achieve the best possible care for your skin.

Relax...refresh...and renew! Sound like something you want for yourself? Stay tuned!