Guest Expert Natalie New: 5 Easy Steps to your Perfect at Home Manicure

 

You have  rushed all week and now that event or party is already here and you had no time to spare for a spa appointment. Don’t despair, Natalie is her to save the day and share with us five easy steps for an at home mani that will definitely do the trick and in no time!

 

 

Step 1: Begin by removing your old nail polish with non-acetone. Healthy tip: Avoid acetone products as they dry your nail bed.

Step 2: Gently clip the nails straight across just above the skin. Now file, slightly rounding the corners. As professionals we call this is a “squoval”. Square on top with rounded corners. Healthy tip: File from the outside to the center using a soft grit nail file to avoid tearing the nail.

Step 3: Fill a dish with warm soapy water or give yourself a hot oil manicure. Healthy Tip: Warm olive oil from the kitchen warmed in the microwave for one minute works great. Soak for 1-2 minutes in warm water or oil. Remove, dry gently, and while you are at it give yourself a homemade hand scrub using 3 parts baking soda to 1 part water.

Step 4: Using an orangewood stick wrapped in cotton, gently push back the cuticles from the nail. With cuticle nippers trim hangnails (avoid cutting your cuticle to prevent infection). Apply cuticle oil and massage your favorite handcream. Healthy Tip: We suggest OPI Avoplex; we use this at the Salon at PGA National. It hydrates and replenishes the cuticle with the antioxidant of Vitamin E, plus avocado, sunflower, sesame and kukui nut oils Additionally we recommend Phytomer Hyrdracontinue Moisturizing Handcreme gives your hands a protective barrier against elements while helping to soothe and repair dry skin. It is formulated with natural marine extracts that help skin to retain moisture for long lasting comfort. The skin feels creamy and comfortable.

Once moisturized, remove oils from the nail bed with cotton wrapped orangewood stick dipped in non acetone, cleaning under nail too.

 

Step 5: Now you are ready to apply your favorite polish. Begin by using basecoat or your favorite nail strengthener. Healthy Tip: OPI original Nail Envy is an excellent choice for a top coat and OPI always has an amazing selection of colored lacquers.

Once coat down the middle and then one on each side, from the bottom of the nail to the top. Allow to dry one minute and proceed to your favorite nail color.

Apply, just like your basecoat, and tip the color along the edge of nail. This prolongs the color from chipping. Wait one minute and apply second coat of color. If there are any dots of color around nail bed clean up using your cotton wrapped orangewood stick or use a nail brush.

 

 Finally, apply a top coat. Healthy Tip: Our favorite is Seche Vite. It’s a dry fast top coat which also happens to leave a beautiful sheen.Wait two minutes and finish with OPI Drip Dry Drops. These quick drying drops get you on your way in just ten minutes.

 

 

 

These easy steps will keep your nails in tip top shape between salon visits. All products mentioned in this article can be purchased at the retail boutique at the Spa at PGA National.

This article’s content was provided by Natalie New. She is a Senior Nail Technician at The Salon at PGA National. To meet Natalie or set up an appointment for a professional manicure or pedicure or specialty nail service with her at the Spa at PGA call 561-627-3111.

Celebrate the March Equinox at Spa after Dark at The Spa at PGA National

The March Equinox marks the start of Spring and has been long celebrated as a time of rebirth and recently the PGA National Resort and Spa has gone through a bit of a rebirth of their own. To commemorate the occasion they will hold a Spa After Dark event Wednesday, March 20, 2013 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm. Guests will enjoy a night under the moon on the newly refurnished and transformed Waters of the World pool deck listening to music and enjoying refreshments.

Live beauty demonstrations and experts will provide attendees with plenty of information and educate them on the latest in beauty, skin care products and salon products to look and feel their best in 2013. Discounted Botox and Fillers will be available that evening along with complimentary consultations by Dr. Frederic Barr of Palm Beach Plastic Surgery . Individuals should be sure to stock up on their favorite spa and salon products with discounts on retail as well. Plus raffle prizes and samples are a bonus.

Other activities that evening include:

• Oxygen Bar
• Chair Massages
• Paraffin Hand Treatments
• Hair Braid Bar
• Complimentary Makeovers
• Zumba Lessons

A special incentive that night is visits booked that evening will be discounted by 10%. Call the Spa at PGA National at 561.627.3111 to purchase your tickets in advance for $20. The cost of your ticket includes a variety of beauty activities, refreshments and one complimentary cocktail at the cash bar plus giveaways and entertainment.

The Spa After Dark Raffle will benefit Boys and Girls Club of the Palm Beaches.

Get picture perfect with Estee Lauder and Harper’s Bazaar

  Thursday February 14 through Wednesday, February 20  visit the Estee Lauder counter at Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Beach  Gardens, located in the Gardens Mall, for a one-on-one consultation and learn how to get ready for your close up. The beauty team of experts will help you from your makeup to your clothes to your pose.

Once you are camera-ready, enter Harpers Bazaar Fabulous at Any Age Contest presented by Estee Lauder for your chance to win $10,000! Book your appointment today! No purchase necessary. Call 561-694-9009 extension 264.

Beauty Treat Du Jour in January at Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Beach Gardens

Saks Fifth AvenuePalm Beach Gardens, one of the world’s pre-eminent specialty retailers, renowned for its superlative American and international designer collections and the first-rate fashion expertise recently announced the launch of Beauty Treat Du Jour. Saks customers will enjoy a fresh start to the year with an entire month-long calendar of daily beauty offerings. Every day, all month long, Saks will treat its customers to an assortment of beauty renewal experiences, including complimentary makeovers, deluxe gifts and expert appearances from top luxury beauty brands. Saks will showcase the breadth of its innovative products and services available for customers to experience in-store throughout the year.

Also, through Saks’ Instabeauty competition, every day customers will have the chance to win a $100 Saks Gift Card by sharing their favorite beauty photos on Instagram tagged #SaksBeauty. One gift card per day will be given away throughout the whole month of January.

Seeing as we are already at January 17 today below  is the exciting list of complimentary beauty services offered each day at the Saks Fifth AvenuePalm Beach Gardens location starting with tomorrow January 18th so mark your calendars ladies and why not stop in for one of each!

January 18, 2013-Visit the SAKS SAMPLE BAR for your choice of three beauty samples.  Plus, taste some healthy treats from Saks’ partners. Get a travel-size Advanced Night Repair with any purchase of ESTEE LAUDER Advanced Night Repair*

January 19, 2013-Get a blow-out from a FEKKAI stylist*. Get a SISLEY-PARIS facial and a sample of Restorative Facial Cream.  Please call for an appointment. Plus get a deluxe mini of exclusive scent Something Blue with any OSCAR DE LA RENTA fragrance purchase* 

January 20, 2013-Get a cake eye liner with you $100 LAURA MERCIER purchase*. Get a seasonal makeup makeover from CHANEL* and/or get a deluxe mini of our exclusive scent Something Blue with any OSCAR DE LA RENTA fragrance purchase*

January 21, 2013-Get a cake eye liner with you $100 LAURA MERCIER purchase*. Get a seasonal makeup makeover from CHANEL* and/or get a deluxe mini of our exclusive scent Something Blue with any OSCAR DE LA RENTA fragrance purchase*

January 22, 2013-Get a cake eye liner with you $100 LAURA MERCIER purchase*. Get a seasonal makeup makeover from CHANEL* and/or get a deluxe mini of our exclusive scent Something Blue with any OSCAR DE LA RENTA fragrance purchase*

January 23, 2013-Get a cake eye liner with you $100 LAURA MERCIER purchase*. Get a seasonal makeup makeover from CHANEL* and/or get a deluxe mini of our exclusive scent Something Blue with any OSCAR DE LA RENTA fragrance purchase*

January 24, 2013-Get a complimentary mascara with you purchase 2 TRISH MCEVOY mascaras* and get a cake eyeliner with your $100 LAURA MERCIER purchase*

January 25, 2013-Get a complimentary mascara with you purchase 2 TRISH MCEVOY mascaras* and get a cake eyeliner with your $100 LAURA MERCIER purchase*

January 26, 2013 -Get a complimentary mascara with purchase of 2 TRISH MCEVOY mascaras* and get a cake eyeliner with your $100 LAURA MERCIER purchase*

January 27, 2013-Exclusive launch of the new fragrance Goutte de Rose plus get a CARTIER Eau de Cartier mini set with any 6.75 fl. Oz. Eau de Cartier fragrance purchase

January 28, 2013 -Exclusive launch of the new fragrance Goutte de Rose plus get a CARTIER Eau de Cartier mini set with any 6.75 fl. Oz. Eau de Cartier fragrance purchase

January 29, 2013-Exclusive launch of the new fragrance Goutte de Rose plus get a CARTIER Eau de Cartier mini set with any 6.75 fl. Oz. Eau de Cartier fragrance purchase

January 30, 2013-Exclusive launch of the new fragrance Goutte de Rose plus get a CARTIER Eau de Cartier mini set with any 6.75 fl. Oz. Eau de Cartier fragrance purchase.

Finally, be sure to visit Saks in February for the exclusive launch of the mini MARNI fragrance, Marni! Remember this fragrance is only available at Saks Fifth Avenue!

Saks Fifth Avenue Presents Trish McEvoy Power of Makeup Workshop

Don’t miss out on this exclusive Power of Makeup Workshop at Saks Fifth Avenue, Palm Beach Gardens.

 This January 17th, 2013, Trish McEvoy has created a powerful and private educational workshop in which her handpicked, personally trained makeup and skincare experts will teach steps to depend on to look your best every day. There are limited spaces to attend and it is complimentary so it is not something you beauty addicts will want to miss! Choose from three time slots on January 17; 11 am, 2pm or 5pm. The workshop will take place at the Trish McEvoy Boutique located at Saks Fifth Avenue in The Gardens Mall, Palm Beach Gardens location. Please RSVP to 561.515.8183.

 

 

Fight dry skin right in your own kitchen

Winter wreaks havoc on the skin, turning even the most moisturized of skin into a leathery mess. No matter how much lotion or moisturizer you add to your skin, you will still see the effects of the cold, winter air everywhere you go. Most moisturizers only hydrate the top layer of the skin, and those products do not reach deep into the hidden areas of the skin. The hustle and bustle of the holiday season leaves limited time in our busy schedules for a trip to the spa. But believe it or not, you can fight back against dry winter skin right in your own kitchen! Natural ingredients, like those used at the popular SkA:nÁ: Spa in Upstate New York are excellent ingredients for a DIY treatment.

There are a number of products that you can use during the dryer winter months to combat dry skin, including Greek yogurt. This low-fat product might taste great at breakfast when topped with some fresh fruit, but it also contains a large number of bacterium. The bacteria found in the yogurt helps the body absorb more nutrients, which can reduce the appearance of dry skin. As an added bonus, Greek yogurt also kickstarts the immune system to help the body heal from damage and injuries!

Another superfood that works really well on dry skin is avocado. Avocados have natural oils that your skin absorbs, creating a healthy glow during the harsh winter months.You can increase the effects of the avocado by mixing it with papaya, which contains Vitamin E and Vitamin C. These vitamins improve the elasticity of your skin, making it look healthier and more vibrant. Some homeopathic enthusiasts also swear by banana. Bananas contain an abundance of vitamins and minerals that help skin bounce back from damage caused by the cold air.

The easiest way to fight back against winter is with a mask containing these superfoods and here’s how:

1) First, clean your face with a neutral cleanser that won’t dry out the skin, and gently pat your skin dry with a soft cloth. Remove the skin from an avocado, and mash the pulp in a small bowl.

2) Add equal parts avocado, banana, and Greek Yogurt together to form a thick paste.

3) Apply the mask to your skin, letting it sit for five to ten minutes. The mask should form a crust on the top layer. Gently wipe away the avocado mask mixture and rinse your skin with warm water.

These homemade remedies will give you back the smooth and silky soft skin that you had in the summer, and the mark slowly helps your body resist those harsh days.

Sources:

http://thesecretyumiverse.wonderhowto.com/how-to/cheap-diy-home-remedies-for-
relieving-dry-skin-0131932

http://www.voskos.com/fresh/beauty-health-fitness/benefits-of-greek-yogurt

www.naturalnews.com/027509_avocado_skin_health.html

http://superfoodprofiles.com/papaya-health-benefit

http://tipsandhintsforyou.blogspot.com/2009/11/5-banana-skin-care-ideas.html

Lady Spa Spa’s 8 Ways to Cure your Holiday Hangover

Doesn’t it seem like the holidays always come with a hangover?  From office parties, to chic cocktails, to family engagements and late nights dressed in a tacky Christmas sweater, the holidays can leave you looking less than lovely the morning after.  Now face the next day wide-eyed and bushy-tailed with these fail-proof beauty essentials to help you cure any holiday hangover.

1.     Cleanse last night away with the Dr. LeWinn by Kinerase HydraBalance Foaming Cleanser. A soap-free and non-drying, balancing formula restores the skin’s natural protective barrier to help it regain and retain lost moisture.

2.     Wake up your skin with a cooling spritz of the Jurlique Chamomile Soothing Mist to leave even the most tired skin feeling refreshed and hydrated.

3.     Now lock in the moisture with the Kinerase Advanced Lotion to condition while supporting your skin’s natural production of hyaluronic acid. This gentle lotion visibly improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles leaving you looking better than ever.

4.     Finish off your complexion rehab with a light layering of the Too Faced Tinted Beauty Balm Multi-Benefit Skin Care Makeup  or your favorite brand of BB Cream to even out your skin-tone while avoiding the dreaded “cake face.”

5.     Face feeling fresh but your eyes looking a little bloodshot? Start with the Dr. LeWinn by Kinerase Under Eye Recovery  to soothe and deflate puffiness for a bright-eyed appearance. As an added bonus, this affordable wonder also decreases dark circles as it brightens.

6.     Neutralize the redness and draw attention outward with a pale reflective shadow like Too Faced Exotic Color Eyeshadow.

7.     Complete the illusion of bigger eyes by tight-lining with the Too Faced 3 Way Lash Lining Tool.

8.      For a fresh-faced look that will leave people thinking you spent the morning doing Yoga apply a lip and cheek color like Too Faced Full Bloom Lip and Cheek Creme.

 

Meet Laurice Rahme Bond No. 9 Fragrance Creator at Saks Fifth Avenue Boca Raton

Some very exciting events and personal appearances are coming to Saks Fifth Avenue Boca Raton this season.  You are not going to want to miss this!  Coming up Friday, November 9 from 2pm to 7pm, Saks welcomes Bond No. 9 New York Founder and Fragrance Creator Laurice Rahme to the store for a personal appearance. Her visit also happens to coincide with the recent launch of the newest scent to the collection called Manhattan. Stop by for one-on-one fragrance consultations, signature cocktails and bottle signings from this dynamic and interesting personality.

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About Bond No. 9 Manhattan

 

Manhattan, the eau de parfum, is an after-hours shared scent with a high seduction quotient.  Officially, it belongs in the oriental gourmand category, rich in spices—some of them very new to the oriental repertory.  Its pace is set by a mélange of top notes:  mouthwatering nutmeg … worldly saffron, evoking dried flowers … delicate coriander seeds—softened with the addition of luscious, mouthwatering peach.  The heart notes continue the gourmet theme, as sweet honeycomb, made from the nectar of flowers, mingles with black plum, hinting of chocolate, and a warm and inviting gingerbread accord.  Moroccan jasmine, the sole flower at the center of this scent, itself evokes the aura of peaches or ripe bananas.  Then comes the lingering drydown:  Creamy, velvety-smooth sandalwood; rich, balsamic patchouli; a soft and warm vanilla infusion; and unapologetically sensual, skin-like musk.

 

The bottle is a perfect visualization of the scent itself.  A network of laser-etched Bond No. 9 tokens, rendered in red, shimmer against that midnight blue New York sky.  Look close-up, as you would through a kaleidoscope, and you’re almost glimpsing an abstraction of the flickering city itself.  What you’re seeing is an urban landscape of possibility.

 

 

 

Guest Blog Post by Maria Salamis: Loreal Academy NYC & Sassoon Academy in LA

Being in this industry has taught me about being an artist in so many ways. My recent travels to L’Oreal Academy have brightened my eyes on how creative social media has become. Facebook, foursquare, instagram, twitter…what next!? It’s amazing how this marketing era has become. The great side of it is being able to keep in touch with your family and friends as well as always being aware of local specials from your favorite restaurants, spas and other businesses. At L’Oreal Academy I  met  other hairdressers & teachers across the country with very creative talents & was blown away on how social media has taken over a s the primary way to communicate with clients.

My visit to Los Angeles Vidal Sassoon Academy was my annual training on updated hair cutting techniques, which I always get SUPER excited about! Since I have met the late Vidal himself a few years ago, I have always had a connection with the art & theory of hair cutting that the academy  offers. Not only do I learn & polish up on my technique on precision hair cutting but the education on runways, fashion, photo shoots and more amazed me!  It’s always great to go to feed off of other hairdressers around the world that attend this academy.  I’m excited to bring back all the ideas back to Palm Beach County. I am more inspired than ever!

Come and see me at the Salon at PGA National Resort soon! and be sure to stay in the know of all the exciting happenings. “Like” our Facebook page to be updated on OUR specials & events:
The Spa at PGA National facebook , the PGA National Resort facebook , Instagram , pinterest and the PGA National Resort twitter.

Maria Salamis
Master Hair Designer
PGA National Salon & Spa
 561.627.3111

Chantecaille National Makeup Artist Adi Rico makes appearance at Saks Fifth Avenue Gardens Mall

Meet one on one with National Makeup ArtistAdi Rico from Chantecaille Beaute. Allow her to introduce you to this revolutionary makeup line. This Thursday, September 27th and Friday, September 28th, as part of the Beauty Week festivities, Adi Rico National Makeup Artist will be at Saks Fifth Avenue from 11 am to 5 pm. 

About Chantecaille

Known for its high concentration of natural botanicals, Chantecaille is a luxury brand for serious skincare and beautifying cosmetics. The line stands out for the extensive research and technological innovation invested in each groundbreaking formula. It is also distinguished by the exceptional purity of its ingredients, capable of nourishing and revitalizing the skin, the body and the spirit.

The make up line is renowned for its natural look, particularly the foundations that have revolutionized the way women use coverage. The color collection, also packed with skin-friendly natural ingredients and botanical antioxidants, always complements current fashion, interpreting each season’s most important hues, textures and finishes.

Appointments are available by calling 561.694.9009 ext 368.