July 2021 blog
Don't forget to take Time Out
Even if you don't manage to get away for your summer break, don't forget to take some time out for yourself. I'm going to try to listen to my own advice here and have a couple of days away from the salon to recharge this month. I might try to rediscover Southport - I can't remember the last time I walked along the beach or walked in the pinewoods.
We're finally getting back into the swing of things at the salon and it now feels like we've never been away ~ We're loving it!
Thanks if you've given a review recently. I've had multiple new clients this month who have said they chose Fusion because of online reviews. It's really impacting our little business.
Thanks also to those clients that have kept us safe by letting us know when there's been a risk of their being in contact with a covid-infected person. We know it's difficult to stay away from the salon, especially when you're not testing positive yourself, but we sincerely thank you for your vigilance in self-isolating. We are very aware that it could just take one infected person to shut us down again.
This month's newsletter brings you info' about our newly launched online shop and some new products and services that will hopefully keep you body beautiful for these summer months. Learn how to dry brush your skin and discover facts about SPF products.
Enjoy and I hope to see you soon
Lisa x
Massage / Skin therapy /
Facial muscle lifting /
Hair loss treatment /
Nail strengthening /
Blemish removal /
Pedicure / Waxing /
Lash & Brow lifting & tinting / Microneedling / Skin peels
Introducing Carboxy
Face & Eye treatment
The Carboxy face and eye treatment is a non-invasive treatment during which carbon dioxide gas is infused into the skin to encourage an increased flow of oxygen. This minimally invasive treatment can offer long lasting skin improvements such as:
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Reduction of dark under-eye circles
-
Tissue tightening
-
Skin brightening
-
Elastin stimulation
-
Skin regeneration
-
Improvement in circulation
-
Improved lymphoid drainage
Click the pic to read more...
Massage Corner -
Dry Brushing at Home
With its multiple benefits, dry brushing is making a big comeback
Your skin is your largest organ, so it deserves to be tended to properly. In our quest for optimum skin health we often focus on the face alone without giving much of a second thought for what we put on and do to the skin of our body.
What is Dry Skin Brushing?
It’s pretty much how it sounds. Using special hand-held brushes on dry skin to bring about a range of benefits. The brushes are made with bristles that are rigid enough to bring about benefits without causing micro-tears in your skin or causing damage.
So, what’s the big deal?
It’s easy and affordable to get started with. You just need to follow a couple of instructions for treatment to not only improve the appearance and feel of your skin, but have benefits on the deeper structures and systems of your body.
Depending on where you apply Dry Skin Brushing you can expect the following…
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Exfoliation
-
Pore cleansing
-
Improved skin condition and appearance
-
Detox
-
Cellulite reducing
-
Improved blood circulation
-
Reduced water retention
-
Mood lifting
Click the pic to read on and order yours...
Skin Focus
- SPF facts & myths
SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor and relates the level of protection against the effects of UV (ultra violet) light: skin damage, pigmentation, ageing. Here are some facts and myths about SPFs.
FACT - There are two types of sunscreen: chemical and physical.
Chemical SPFs are easier to apply, don't tend to leave a residue on the skin and contain ingredients which absorb harmful radiation and dissipate it.
Physical SPFs work like a shield by sitting on the surface of the skin and, with help from ingredients such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, deflect the sun’s harmful rays.
You wont tan if you wear sunscreen
MYTH - Even if you apply sunscreen repeatedly while being in the sun, you will still get tan. If you don’t want to tan, using physical UV protection by covering up is more effective than sunscreen.
FACT - SPF products should be thrown out as soon as they pass their use by date because the chemicals in SPF products that block the sun decompose, making it ineffective.
The higher the SPF number the less often you need to reapply
MYTH - The SPF number relates to the level of protection but even SPF50 products need to be reapplied every couple of hours to ensure good sun protection.
If you are looking for a high quality SPF that is fine enough for your face, wont block your pores or irritate your skin and offers high SPF50 protection, Epionce Ultra Shield is a great choice. Available online or you can order through Fusion-Southport for a lower cost.
Click the pic to order Epionce SPF50...
July 2021 blog
Don't forget to take Time Out
Even if you don't manage to get away for your summer break, don't forget to take some time out for yourself. I'm going to try to listen to my own advice here and have a couple of days away from the salon to recharge this month. I might try to rediscover Southport - I can't remember the last time I walked along the beach or walked in the pinewoods.
We're finally getting back into the swing of things at the salon and it now feels like we've never been away ~ We're loving it!
Thanks if you've given a review recently. I've had multiple new clients this month who have said they chose Fusion because of online reviews. It's really impacting our little business.
Thanks also to those clients that have kept us safe by letting us know when there's been a risk of their being in contact with a covid-infected person. We know it's difficult to stay away from the salon, especially when you're not testing positive yourself, but we sincerely thank you for your vigilance in self-isolating. We are very aware that it could just take one infected person to shut us down again.
This month's newsletter brings you info' about our newly launched online shop and some new products and services that will hopefully keep you body beautiful for these summer months. Learn how to dry brush your skin and discover facts about SPF products.
Enjoy and I hope to see you soon
Lisa x
Massage / Skin therapy /
Facial muscle lifting /
Hair loss treatment /
Nail strengthening /
Blemish removal /
Pedicure / Waxing /
Lash & Brow lifting & tinting / Microneedling / Skin peels
Introducing Carboxy
Face & Eye treatment
The Carboxy face and eye treatment is a non-invasive treatment during which carbon dioxide gas is infused into the skin to encourage an increased flow of oxygen. This minimally invasive treatment can offer long lasting skin improvements such as:
-
Reduction of dark under-eye circles
-
Tissue tightening
-
Skin brightening
-
Elastin stimulation
-
Skin regeneration
-
Improvement in circulation
-
Improved lymphoid drainage
Click the pic to read more...
Massage Corner -
Dry Brushing at Home
With its multiple benefits, dry brushing is making a big comeback
Your skin is your largest organ, so it deserves to be tended to properly. In our quest for optimum skin health we often focus on the face alone without giving much of a second thought for what we put on and do to the skin of our body.
What is Dry Skin Brushing?
It’s pretty much how it sounds. Using special hand-held brushes on dry skin to bring about a range of benefits. The brushes are made with bristles that are rigid enough to bring about benefits without causing micro-tears in your skin or causing damage.
So, what’s the big deal?
It’s easy and affordable to get started with. You just need to follow a couple of instructions for treatment to not only improve the appearance and feel of your skin, but have benefits on the deeper structures and systems of your body.
Depending on where you apply Dry Skin Brushing you can expect the following…
-
Exfoliation
-
Pore cleansing
-
Improved skin condition and appearance
-
Detox
-
Cellulite reducing
-
Improved blood circulation
-
Reduced water retention
-
Mood lifting
Click the pic to read on and order yours...
Skin Focus
- SPF facts & myths
SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor and relates the level of protection against the effects of UV (ultra violet) light: skin damage, pigmentation, ageing. Here are some facts and myths about SPFs.
FACT - There are two types of sunscreen: chemical and physical.
Chemical SPFs are easier to apply, don't tend to leave a residue on the skin and contain ingredients which absorb harmful radiation and dissipate it.
Physical SPFs work like a shield by sitting on the surface of the skin and, with help from ingredients such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, deflect the sun’s harmful rays.
You wont tan if you wear sunscreen
MYTH - Even if you apply sunscreen repeatedly while being in the sun, you will still get tan. If you don’t want to tan, using physical UV protection by covering up is more effective than sunscreen.
FACT - SPF products should be thrown out as soon as they pass their use by date because the chemicals in SPF products that block the sun decompose, making it ineffective.
The higher the SPF number the less often you need to reapply
MYTH - The SPF number relates to the level of protection but even SPF50 products need to be reapplied every couple of hours to ensure good sun protection.
If you are looking for a high quality SPF that is fine enough for your face, wont block your pores or irritate your skin and offers high SPF50 protection, Epionce Ultra Shield is a great choice. Available online or you can order through Fusion-Southport for a lower cost.
Click the pic to order Epionce SPF50...
Facial / Aesthetic treatments utilised in our services:
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Pamper facial - calming / relaxing / stress relief / pampering - A shoulder and neck massage commences a 1 hour pamper facial which cleanses, nourishes and hydrates the skin. A scalp or arm/hand massage is also included. Comfort level: 10 /10. Relaxation level 10/10
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Galvanic desincrustation - super deep cleansing - a minute electrical current is used to cause a chemical reaction within your skin. Comfort level: 10 /10. Relaxation level 7/10
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Galvanic iontophoresis - super hydration / skin strengthening / fine line plumping - a minute electrical current is used to force hydrating ingredients into your skin. Comfort level: 10 /10. Relaxation level 7/10
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Micro-current - re-educating your muscles to lift - low level (micro) electrical frequencies are used to stimulate facial muscles by increasing adenosine triphosphate (ATP). Comfort level: 6/10. Relaxation level 5/10
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Vacuum therapy - puffiness reduced / lymphatic drainage / pore cleansing / circulation boosting - suction is used carefully to acheive these results. Comfort level: 6/10. Relaxation level 3/10
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Pneumopatter - temporary skin tightening / lymphatic drainage - palpating suction is used to stimulate the functioning lymphatic nodes in the skin, which leads to less fluid retention around eyes and along jawline. Comfort level: 8/10. Relaxation level 3/10
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LED (Light Emitting Diode) Dermalux Phototherapy - skin rejuvenation / anti-bacterial acne treatment / skin calming / skin regeneration (up to 200% faster) / healing / pigmentation / redness / psoriasis / eczema / muscle pain - Unique combinations of clinically proven Blue, Red and Near Infrared wavelengths trigger a cascade of skin enhancing processes. Comfort level: 10/10. Relaxation level 9/10
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Micro-dermabrasion (Crystal Clear) - precision exfoliation / fine line reducing / evens texture / boost circulation / decongests skin / scar reducing / smoothes skin / brightens skin - A quick, clinically proven treatment in which inert corundum crystals are blasted at the skin’s surface to gently lift away dead skin cells. Comfort level: 6/10. Relaxation level 3/10
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Dermaplaning - fine hair removal / precision exfoliation / brightens skin / removes shadowing when make-up is worn / improved skin product penetration - A scalpel is expertly used to lift away fine hairs and dead skin cells. Comfort level: 7/10. Relaxation level 5/10
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Micro-needling / Collagen Induction Therapy (CIT) - wrinkle reduction / anti-aging / minimises pores / skin tightening / collagen stimulating / skin rejuvenation / scar reducing / pigmentation / melasma / sun damage - A clinically and medically proven electrical device uses hair-like needles to form thousands of micro-channels in the skin causing a controlled wound healing response in which collagen levels are increased and skin structure is smoothed. Comfort level: (varies) 3-8/10. Relaxation level 2/10
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Nano needling - no needles / collagen boosting / super hydrating / fast - Intensive transdermal delivery of active ingredients to effectively treat skin conditions, using blunt pins rather than needles (as seen in microneedling) which form hundreds of thousands of 'Nano channels'. This cosmetic procedure is gentle and safe, with zero down time. It is fast, non-invasive but effective. Perfect when accompanied by mesotherapy. Comfort level: 9/10. Relaxation level 5/10
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Skin peels / derma peels / chemical peels - brighter and smoother skin / refined complexion / improved skin colour and texture / collagen stimulating / healthier skin cell growth / sun damage / clears breakouts / fine lines and wrinkles / skin imperfections / superficial scars / improved product penetration / acne / melasma - A range of skin peels are available from superficial light peels to deep corrective ones. Between one and three chemicals are expertly used on the skin to initiate a response in the superficial and deeper layers of the skin. Comfort level: (varies) 3-9/10. Relaxation level 2/10
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High Frequency / Ozone Therapy - breakouts / acne / bacterial skin conditions / pustule drying / oily skin - The machine uses a fast moving alternating electrical current which is combined with oygenating cream on the skin to give impressively effective results. Comfort level: 5/10. Relaxation level 2/10
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Mesotherapy - dull skin / superficial wrinkles / healing / tighening / hydrating / rejuvenating / collagen boosting / pigmentation / nourish / repair - A tailored cocktail of vitamins, growth factors, Hyaluronic acid, peptides and antioxidants are fed into the skin through injection (nappage), microneedling or nano (no needle) needling. This treatment is the best clinical add on to any aesthetic treatment and is a serious contender for anyone committed to improving their skin health. Comfort and relaxation levels depend on how the mesotherapy cocktails are introduced to the skin.
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Wrinkle relaxing (Botox) - deep lines / superficial wrinkles / dropped contours / brow lift / forehead smoothing / crows feet / migraines / eye strain / sweating - Medical grade injections are used to achieve the result you want. This is a fast treatment. Comfort level: 2/10. Relaxation level 0/10
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Dermal fillers - boosts hyaluronic acid / volumises skin / dimishes lines and wrinkles / reduces age-related folds - Hyaluronic acid is injected into the skin to smooth out age-related folds and plump out the skin. This is a fast treatment. Comfort level: 2/10. Relaxation level 0/10