Michael’s Ultra Soothing Eye Gel, sold exclusively at Michael’s Salon & Spa, is formulated to benefit the delicate eye area. Highly recommended for all skin types that show signs of fatigue and stress.

 

Application: Thoroughly remove all makeup from the eye area. Gently smooth around the eye area contour.   Lightly pat around the eye area to absorb.  Avoid contact with delicate eye tissue. Use as needed.

 

Features and Benefits:

 

·      Contains an effective MDI complex, a marine cartilage extract, that is 100% water soluble

·      Helps reduce dark circles and under eye puffiness due to fatigue and stress

·      Helps soften lines, wrinkles and “crows feet.”

·      Recommended for all skin types

·      Helps reduce damage caused by excessive sun exposure

Michael's Oil Control Moisturizer, sold exclusively at Michael's Salon & Spa, is an advanced oil-free moisturizer acting as both an astringent and cooling product that helps to fight and repel bacteria beneath the skin's surface. It also provides three-fold benefits for oily skin: protection, gentle exfoliation and a mild antiseptic. After using this product, oily skin is noticeably enhanced due to the fine barrier that helps hydrate and replenish the skin for a smooth shine-free surface.

 

Application: Apply a light film (2 pumps) over the entire face and neckline. Wait for complete absorption prior to applying makeup regimen.

 

Features and Benefits:

·    A light moisturizer specially formulated for oily areas such as the T-zone

·    Helps to control secretion of excess oil prior to makeup application

·    Protects oily skin from moisture loss

·    Salicylic acid helps to gently exfoliate the skin and provide an antiseptic result

·   Formulated for teens and adults with oily or problem skin

Michael's Intensive Eye and Lip Treatment, sold exclusively at Michael's Salon & Spa, is an advanced formula that is specifically designed to restore youthful vitality and resilience to the delicate areas around the eyes and lips. The DERMA REPAIR COMPLEX stimulates the regeneration process by promoting healthy collagen growth, which helps make the skin look refreshed and revived. It also eliminates skin fatigue and restores its surface with a healthy glow around the eyes and a firmer appearance around the lips.

Application: Apply sparingly (no more than 3 drops). Warm the light gel between fingertips and gently pat around eye and lip areas avoiding the delicate eye tissue.

Features and Benefits:
•    Boosts and maintains the skin's natural production of collagen to help smooth existing      lines
•    Brightens dark circles and helps reduce puffiness
•    Application every evening following cleansing will result in a more youthful appearance
•    Continued use provides dramatic improvements to the eye and lip areas

Michael’s Peptide Cream, sold exclusively at Michael’s Salon & Spa, is a rich emollient that helps to promote clear, toned and hydrated skin for a younger, firmer appearance. It helps to reduce the signs of aging and stimulates new cell production by maintaining collagen and holding moisture in the skin.

Application: Apply to cleansed skin and smooth a small amount over entire face and neck. Use twice daily.

Features and benefits:

1). Dramatically helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and signs of aging.
2). Hyaluronic acid helps to retain moisture in the skin
3). Skin reclaims a younger, firmer appearance
4). Enhances production of collagen and stimulates growth of damaged tissue in the skin
5). Increases elasticity, firmness, and skin tone
6). Provides anti-wrinkle results by keeping skin relaxed and smooth

Last month, Michael travelled to Chicago to attend America's Beauty Show. In Chicago he found several new products, but one really stood out amidst the sea of wrinkle reducers, moisturizers and skin care products.


Instantly Ageless is a revolutionary cosmeceutical product that works instantly to reverse the signs of aging. The clinically-proven formula is safe and effective, is fragrance free, and is not tested on animals. It can be used daily to:

• diminish fine lines and wrinkles
• minimize lines around the eyes (aka "crows feet")
• reduce or eliminate frown lines between your eye brows
• smooth lines around the upper and lower lips
• shrink the appearance of pores and improve skin texture

We tested the product on employees here at Michael's and each person had dramatic results. Here is a photo of Debbie with one eye treated and the other untreated:

This week's How To video is a little different. First, we're showing a spa treatment instead of a hairstyle. Paula is demonstrating what the MD Express peel is. Many people are confused and don't know exactly what a chemical peel is - an episode of Sex and the City comes to mind. Paula shows you exactly what to expect - it's a quick and easy treatment that makes a big difference! Also, you can use this video for follow-up at home with the MD Skincare Alpha/Beta Daily Face Peel. Use the same strokes around the face that Paula uses on Mary to exfoliate your skin and leave it fresh and luminous!

An MD Alpha/Beta peel is a recommended treatment for several skin disorders, including acne, rosacea, hyper pigmentation, fine lines and more.


I asked Mary how her skin felt a few hours after the treatment, and she said "it feels really clean - comparable to how your mouth feels clean and fresh after going to the dentist."

To follow up at home, Paula recommends using the All-In-One Facial Cleanser with Toner at morning and night to wash your face. At night, follow with the Daily Face Peel Two-step system, and finish with a good moisturizer.

The spa at Michael's is great for a relaxing treat, but spa treatments should be part of a regular beauty routine, not only for special occasions. Through the month of April, we are featuring special offers to re-introduce you to some of the services offered by our spa professionals.

Axxium Manicure

Do you get frustrated when your nail polish chips a few days after a manicure? OPI has developed a new gel lacquer system called Axxium that makes your polish last and last. The polish instantly cures under a UV light - no more being careful reaching into your purse or putting on your coat after getting your nails painted!

An Axxium manicure can last several weeks, depending on how much you work with your hands. Mary, a designer at Michael's says her Axxium manicures usually last about a week, but she has her hands in water and chemicals all day long. I sit at a desk and my Axxium manicure didn't chip for three weeks! For more information on Axxium, check out this previous blog post all about it.

MD Express Peel

MD Express Peel is a microexfoliation treatment that removes unwanted cellular debris from the surface of the skin, resulting in a smoother, firmer and more luminous complexion. It helps treat enlarged pores and gently calms redness with soothing botanicals. Results are significant, noticeable and immediate. An MD Express Peel is a results-oriented treatment, so if you're looking for relaxation, please check out our other facial options.

Alpha/Beta peels are especially helpful for those with problem skin - acne, rosacea, scarring, sun damage, aging - all of these can be minimized with an MD peel. For more information, check out our previous blog posts, or visit the MD Skincare website. Also, check back to our blog next week - we will feature a video with Paula demonstrating the MD Alpha/Beta peel.
UPDATE: Click here to view the MD Alpha/Beta video

Manicure & Pedicure

I'm sure most people are familiar with manicures and pedicures - but do you realize what having poorly treated hands and feet says about you? At best, it says you can't be bothered by little details. Sure, not everyone can afford to get weekly manicures and pedicures, but the nail technicians at Michael's can give you a good foundation that can be kept up with a little at home maintenance.

Manicures and pedicures are more than just polish applications - it's about maintaining the health and appearance of your nails. Your cuticles will be trimmed and neatened, hands and feet moisturized, feet buffed and exfoliated, and nails neatly shaped. A manicure is a must-have before a job interview, and you need a pedicure before you wear your strappy sandals this season :)

The spa at Michael's has many other services including massage, spray tan, waxing, and eyelash extensions. Check out all of our spa treatments on our website at michaelssalon.com/spa

Naked Glow – The Lift – a complete 24 hour face lift system is now available at Michael's Salon and Spa. Borrowing influences from Scandinavia and Europe the Lift will defy the signs of aging and create positively glowing skin. Leaving your face looking younger. The system includes a calming night lift, eye lift and daytime moisture treatment.

 

All three products currently available at Michael’s for $105 dollars for a limited time only.

 

 

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