Get rid of those veins & reverse the signs of ageing
I have been working with the Ellipse thread vein and photo rejuvenation laser treatment (IPL) for a few years now and can honestly say I have not received any negative feedback. I feel these treatments need to get more awareness as the results are utterly fantastic! I have personally seen some really dramatic improvements in the skin tone smoothness of many clients and I really believe that this treatment can work wonders for many clients.
Exposure to the sun accelerates the ageing process of the skin and can cause irregular pigmentation that shows as freckles (ephelides) or age-spots (solar lentigines), and irregular pore size. The Ellipse photo rejuvenation treatment will help reverse those signs of ageing.
A thread vein is a small blood vessel near the surface of the skin
created by disruption to the normal blood supply, and can be treated safely through short bursts of light emitted from an Ellipse flash-lamp. As the treatment relies on absorption of light by the haemoglobin in the blood, the most effective results are seen with lighter skin.
These treatments are some of my favourite to perform as it is so result driven and can be life changing for some. Say goodbye to unsightly red thread veins or vascular lesions, uneven skin tone, sun damage, pigmentation, large open pores, deep lines and wrinkles as the solution is here! A patch test and consultation is required for both these treatments, and everything will be discussed thoroughly during the consultation.
If this appeals to you….. what are you waiting for? Call the skin clinic at our Bruntsfield Place salon (0131 477 3535) for a consultation and patch test now. I look forward to meeting with you and discussing how I can achieve great results for your skin with IPL.
Lauren Bell – Therapist, Bruntsfield Place Salon
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Stuck for a Christmas Gift? Try these!
We have the perfect gift ideas for you that are bound to impress and put a huge smile on anyone’s face.
One very easy, but very nice gift idea is a Zen Lifestyle Gift Voucher. You can choose absolutely any value of money for these, or alternatively you can pick a treatment. The good thing with giving a monetary value is that the person then has the freedom to choose their own treatment or treatments, or use the money towards products. This is a fabulous gift for the beauty lovers out there.
For those who would like to buy a pampering type of gift, then the Elemis Gift Sets are perfect. We have four beautiful sets to choose from, and the boxes they come in are just gorgeous, so no need for wrapping paper! The Quiet Mind Soothing Stars and the Tranquil Touch Exotic Stars sets are great for those who enjoy a relaxing bath. These sets are a brilliant £25 each. We also have the Revitalise Me Duo which is a divine hand care collection including a large hand wash and a large hand cream. This set is only £30. Last but certainly not least we have the Bathing Treasures kit which is the ultimate indulgent package. It compromises of six of the best Elemis spa products and is fantastic at only £35!
If you want to give someone the gift of beautiful skin, then the Murad Skincare Range gift sets are brilliant. There are three fabulous kits – The Pomegranate kit is for clearing pores, and balancing oily and dry zones. This wonderful kit is only £39.50, a saving of £38.83. The Resurgence kit restores firmness and suppleness for a brighter more youthful look. This nourishing kit is only £49.50 a saving of £34.50. The Vitamin C kit reduces the appearance of wrinkles and dark spots while protecting skin from future environmental damage. This lovely kit is only £59.50, a saving of £73.59!
We also have some beautiful Zen Candles which are a great gift idea for anyone. There are 3 different candles, each with a unique enchanting fragrance. The Grapefruit candle is strong and zesty which will refresh your home and leave a lasting zing. The Fig candle is soft and fruity, rejuvenating the mind and leaving a sweet fragrance lingering even after the candle is out. The Bergamot & Geranium candle is like a burst of fresh flowers, and has a delicious scent that will remind you of Turkish delight. The candles are £19 each, or you can buy 3 for the price of 2.
There are also 2 brilliant spa and afternoon tea packages in conjunction with Hotel Du Vin. These packages are only available at our Teviot Place Salon (0131 226 6777).
Spa Manicure at Zen Lifestyle followed by afternoon tea at Hotel du Vin: only £40.
Spa Massage (40 mins) at Zen Lifestyle followed by afternoon tea at Hotel du Vin: only £55
Well I hope these ideas have helped you and inspired you for Christmas. If you want any further information please join us for our Christmas evenings which are Tues 29th Nov at Hanover Street, Tues 6th Dec at Teviot Place, and Wed 7th Dec at Bruntsfield Place. Tickets are £15, but the money can be used on the night towards the above gifts or courses. Give us a call or pop in for your ticket.
Five most FAQs about IPL Hair Removal
Q1. How does Ellipse IPL hair removal work?
Intense pulsed light works by placing an applicator head on to the skin which sends out a high intensity flash of light which is carefully filtered to make sure only the correct wave lengths reach your skin. The light is attracted to the pigment in your hair, which converts it into heat. The energy destroys the hair follicle making it unable to produce new hair.
Q2. Is the treatment effective on any hair colour?
No, because the light is absorbed by the pigment in your hair, the hair needs to be dark. The darker the hair the more effective the treatment will be and the more contrast between the hair and skin colour the easier. The ellipse machine does have pre-programmed settings for different hair types and skin colours to adjust the energy to suit the person. If you hair is very fair, then Electrolysis may be better for you.
Q3. How many ellipse treatments do I need?
We can’t give an exact number of how may treatments anyone will need, it completely varies from person to person. You most likely will need a course of 6, but for bigger areas I would recommend getting a course of 9, because although 6 will give you a good reduction, you may need more than 6 to get the result you want. An interval 0f 6 weeks is needed.
Q4. How do I prepare myself for the treatment?
It is important not to do any other form of hair removal other than shaving; the reason is because any other type of hair removal would be taking the hair out of the follicle which we don’t want as we need it there to treat. Shaving just takes the surface of the hair away which is fine to do. Avoid waxing, tweezing, threading, bleaching and electrolysis. It is also important to avoid using any self-tan creams, sunbeds and sun exposure for 30 days before and after treatment as we don’t want the pigment in your skin to change so it doesn’t affect the treatment.
Q5. Does the treatment hurt?
Everyone’s tolerance of pain is different, but if you find waxing painful you will find this a lot easier. It feels like a small hot flicking sensation, not painful, you are just aware of it and it varies depending on what area is being done. As you get further into your treatments you do get used to the sensation and it gets easier.
Beautiful open eyes!
They frame your face and some would say are the windows to our soul….others may have the attitude never trust anyone who’s eyebrows meet in the middle!! Personally, I think it is essential to keep your eyebrows well maintained and groomed…..for men and woman alike. Waxing for eyes in salons is sometimes over-used as a quick fix and often therapists do not take the time to do a full consultation about the shape and where the arch should be to make the most of your assets.
Threading, however has no heat and therefore it completely eliminates the opportunity to burn the skin. It is precise and more importantly not harsh on the skin like waxing can be. The eyebrows certainly looked groomed and I believe there is much less room for error. All staff here have gone mad for it and the results are amazing I could not recommend I highly enough.
