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The Power Of Touch

Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:46:33 GMT

In 2026, what is becoming more and more clear is the importance of in-person connections. In a world so dominated by digital influence, technology, and automation, the advantages of human connections revolve around both the psychological, and the physical.

Human Connection – Yes, please
At Glow Spa, in-person one-on-one connections are highly valued. We believe in creating a safe sanctuary in which to feel cared for. Intonations of voice, particularly in the intimate setting of a spa, regulate breathing, and calm the mind. Relaxation promotes mindfulness and self-care. Throughout facials and massages there are also moments of silence which aid in building pure, non-verbal communication, often easing feelings of tension, burnout, and stress.

Medi-Facials vs. Hands-On Massage

One of the biggest differences between medi-facials, and hands-on massage, are their purpose, and the type of products, and equipment used. Micro-needling, and laser are used during medispa facials to treat deep concerns and often are penetrating, targeting specific conditions such as scarring, and pigmentation.

Hands-on face massage, particularly when done regularly, encourages muscle memory in the skin, aids in providing grace to gentle aging, as well as treating mild skin conditions such as acne, firmness, and dehydration.

Hello to the Overall Benefits of Hands-On Massage

There is no one better to demonstrate all of the benefits of hands-on massage than an expert. Using intuition, and skill, we can, unlike machines, detect, and adapt to human tissue pains and problems. With care, we can feel, and customize pressure to individual preferences; focusing on the muscles in pain whether from overuse, age, or conditions like arthritis.

Hands-on massage can pinpoint exact pressure control, and as an added bonus, healthy human hands are also naturally warm, ranging from 32.2-34.4 degrees Celsius, improving blood circulation in the areas being massaged.

We are proud to provide quality skincare with both the acclaimed Eminence Organics, and the world renowned Dermalogica to achieve the best results possible. Come visit Glow Spa where the focus is on you, and where you can experience first-hand, the psychological, and physical advantages of hands-on massage, and the power of touch.

Red, Purple, Blue – LED Light Therapy, I Love You

Wed, 01 Oct 2025 05:06:44 GMT

"Roses are red, violets are blue, LED light therapy is just right for you! Starting in October, LED light therapy will be a new, colourful addition to facials and massage therapy at Glow Spa. Are you ready to transform and enhance your skin?

Celluma Pro LED Light Therapy

The Celluma Pro LED light therapy used at Glow Spa uses three colours, and each colour works together to maintain and supplement the skin’s natural process of cell renewal, and regeneration. The non-invasive, efficient therapy is safe for most skin types, and can be added right into your regular skincare routine.

The LED light therapy’s red light uses wavelengths to penetrate layers of your skin, promoting collagen production which improves skin elasticity, and signs of aging. The red light also enhances the release of hyaluronic acid, which hydrates, and plumps, thereby smoothing wrinkles and lines, as well as decreasing inflammation and aiding skin at a cellular level, to heal itself.

The blue light works more on the skin’s surface to kill harmful bacteria which can lead to breakouts, and helps to prevent acne by reducing oil production. It also firms the skin, decreases inflammation, and helps to heal sun damage. The purple enhances your skin’s glow by enhancing appearance and texture, helping to reduce redness and even out skin tone.

LED light therapy will be launched at Glow Spa with the new Lumafusion Facial, and will also be available as a 15-minute add on to other facials, and massage therapy sessions.

Massage Therapy and LED Light Therapy

Whether age related, chronic, or injury related, body soreness and muscle pain can be eased with LED light therapy. It relieves tension, bringing relief, and improving blood circulation while also speeding up healing time, and helping cellular recovery. An added benefit to light therapy is the way it promotes relaxation, calmness, and overall wellness.

As the season changes into autumn and then fades into winter, there is no better time to visit Glow Spa and fall in love with light therapy."

Superfood Enzymes, Springtime SPF, and Steaming

Thu, 08 May 2025 18:23:01 GMT

Superfood Enzymes and You

Cherry, mango, kiwi, gooseberry, pineapple, and plum – yum! But these fruits are not just for eating, they’re ready to be used as enzymes to transform your skin from feeling the winter woes into spring-ready-wow.

Superfood enzymes exfoliate, brighten and invigorate your skin, making it look and feel its best version of itself. Derived from fruit sources, they fall in between exfoliants like physical scrubs and chemical peels. They work by gently loosening dead skin cells on the surface of the skin without stripping it of its natural barrier. The results are both a glowing complexion and a smoothly silky finish.

Discover for yourself the power of superfood enzymes with the Barbados Cherry Enzyme Cleansing Powder by Eminence Organic Skin Care. Mixing the powder with water creates a gentle, creamy foam which cleans and purifies without irritation. Or, for those with combination or oily skin, you’ll appreciate the superfood enzymes in the Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant.

Pamper your skin to a before-the-day-starts face masque. Why wait until nighttime when your glowing skin can be seen and felt during the day. Have a mango smoothie at the same time because once you smell the Mango Exfoliating Enzyme Masque, you’ll be craving something tropical to sip while you receive a magical boost of radiance.

Discover all of the superfood enzymes from Eminence Organic Skin Care selection’s available online and in store at Glow Spa, and help your skin stay spa-fresh.

Steam = Smooth Skin

Looking back through the ages, steaming has been consistently used around the world for healthy skin. Steam opens pores, flushes out impurities, and removes deeply embedded dirt while supplying hydration and oxygen.

Spring is the perfect time to start a steam routine at home. A weekly at-home steam starts by filling a wide brimmed bowl with hot water from the tap. Next, grab a tea towel and place your face over the bowl, roughly ten inches above the water. Drape the towel over your head so the edges are around the bowl which directs the steam towards your face. Relax and enjoy, breathing slowly and evenly. A few minutes is all you need to achieve great results. And be sure to follow up with your skincare routine.

Please note that using boiling water from a kettle or heated on a stovetop can cause burns, damage and/or irritate both skin and eyes so is not recommended! Additionally, for delicate skin or anyone with conditions like rosacea, steaming can be a trigger so check in with the staff at Glow Spa before trying.

Spring SPF

It’s the time of year when sunny days return so be prepared with your SPF. Check your expiry dates and place your face and body SPF products where you can see, and use them. They do no good in a drawer or at the back of a closet. Likewise, do not store them in a vehicle where temperature swings like hot, and cold can affect the product inside.

SPF should be used anytime you’re outside longer than a few minutes, on both cloudy and sunny days, and remember damage from the sun can travel through windows at work, and in cars. For those of you who bike to work or for pleasure, be sure to apply regularly on all exposed skin, and follow the instructions on the box for reapplication times.

As always, the staff at Glow Spa are there for you when you call, send a message, or pop into the store. Happy self-care in Spring 2025!

WINTER WARM-UP

Wed, 05 Feb 2025 16:12:29 GMT

The challenges of taking care of your skin are often a simple lack of putting the time aside. Make it easy on yourself by visiting Glow Spa! For the wintery warm-up, let’s focus on making your feet fabulous, the benefits of using paraffin wax, and the use of hot stones in massage.

FAB FEET

Did you know there are 26 hardworking bones in your feet which give you mobility? Along with tendons, ligaments, and joints, your feet bear all of your weight, provide agility, and last you your whole life. Be sure to invest in footwear that fits and make your feet a priority.

Simple feet exercises like stretching, rising up on toes, and clenching and unclenching toes on a towel, will help them stay flexible and strong. Pay attention to your heels, arch, toes, ankles and keep an eye out for any problems like circulation issues, numbness, swelling, or pain. Be sure to seek out professional help for any worsening symptoms.

Cold feet? At Glow Spa, pamper your feet with the renowned Gehwol Warming Cream that creates a warming sensation with its chili and ginger extract.

PARAFFIN PERFECTION

Caring for your feet can also include the regular use of creams, foot soaks, and massage. If you haven’t already, try paraffin wax for improving your foot health. It increases blood flow which aids in promoting circulation, and as a bonus gives an immediate youthful appearance to skin. Paraffin wax also relieves both soreness and joint stiffness, and both incredibly and instantly, moisturizes skin.

Booking a pedicure? Swap out polish for a paraffin treatment and give your nails time to breathe over the winter months by being polish free.

SOME LIKE IT HOT

Another winter warm-up at Glow Spa includes the use of hot stones in massage. From Hawaii to India, to China to North America, heating smooth stones and positioning them where needed have been used both in history and recently for their healing powers.

The hot stones, having absorbed and retained heat, are carefully placed, most commonly, along the lower back, chest, forehead, palms, face, and feet. The combination of heat and massage promotes healing in these areas by increasing blood flow. The heat is also oh-so-soothing, relieving both tension and pain in muscles.

The services which contain hot stones include Warm Stone Pedicure, Serenity Now, Custom Aromatherapy Massage, the Hot Stone RMT massage (available in both 60 minutes, and 90- minute treatments) and the Head-to-Toe De-Stresser.

Enjoy a winter warm-up at Glow Spa with paraffin, pampering, hot stones, massage, and more!

Fabulous Fall with Glow Spa

Wed, 09 Oct 2024 00:50:57 GMT

As the autumn months continue, with its brightly changing leaves, and fluctuating temperatures, let’s focus on repairing, rejuvenating, and restoring your skin’s natural glow. With a few tweaks to your skincare routine, you can enjoy both instant results, and long-lasting effects to your skin’s appearance, and overall health.

New Deluxe Treatment

Kick it off with The Eminence Organics Deep Pore Cleanse & Detox Facial and Refining, Smoothing Enzyme Back Treatment. This deluxe treatment features both charcoal and black seed ingredients which will deeply clean all pores, remove impurities and noticeably brighten your complexion. Activated charcoal has a long history of being used in skincare all around the world, and its purification and de-toxification abilities are legendary.

At Glow Spa, in honour of their anniversary, the Eminence facial is followed by a back treatment, using the Amla Berry and the smoothing Mango Enzyme Exfoliant. The treatment will make you feel like a fresh new you, giving your skin much needed hydration, and leaving your skin feel balanced, renewed, and ready to tackle the remainder of the year.

Embrace Exercise!

Next, add exercise into your daily life. There are many ways of increasing your physical exercise without overwhelming your schedule. From however many minutes you feel capable of, of stretching, to dancing up a storm, to buddying up with a friend and going for an autumn stroll, to swimming at a local pool, to wall Pilates, and more, the limits are endless. Exercising produces endorphins which make you feel good, and bonus, it stimulates blood flow which in turn creates the appearance of glowing, healthy skin.

Have you Tried Face Yoga?

Face yoga focuses on jowls, laugh lines, the jaw, neck, eyelids, and cheeks. The simple exercises work out muscles in your face generally used for facial expressions. While not clinically proven to be wrinkle erasers, daily face exercise does aid in toning facial muscles, and for less than ten minutes, is a fun way to activate your face at the beginning of the day, or relax and unwind before bed. A few simple exercises for you to try are a) Look into a mirror, and work out your checks with OOOOH’s and AHHHH’s. b) For your tongue, and mouth, lift your tongue up to rest at the top of your mouth. Repeat, as this action lifts your jaw. c) Alternate between smiles and frowns d) Open your eyes wide, while at the same time make a small o with your lips. And hey, you might as well pull a few silly faces while you’re at it, and then finish by gently stretching your neck slightly left and right.

Autumn Advice

Continue to drink water despite the chilly weather. Try sipping throughout the day from a container holding the recommended 3L of water, and add a diffuser for an extra boost to your immune system. Add in small amounts of fresh vegetables, and fruit, like watermelon or

cucumber to flush out toxins, or a mixture of berries for extra antioxidants.

At this time of year, pumpkins are showing up everywhere, full of Vitamin A, C, E, and fatty acids. Try eating pumpkin muffins, energy balls, and a simple soup, or nibble on pumpkin seeds to get a boost of minerals and vitamins.

Lastly, ensure your laundry is being washing properly without leaving soap residue. This can irritate either your face and/or body skin, particularly if you have eczema or rough skin patches. Be sure to change and launder your pillowcases often, and use a gentle laundry detergent.

Enjoy autumn, and as always, be sure to email, call, or come by to find out additional things you can add to your routine. The Glow Spa staff are always delighted to pamper you and your skin!

Glow Spa Stay-Cation with Your BFF (Best Facial Friend)

Fri, 12 Jul 2024 02:23:08 GMT

INTRO

It’s time to celebrate your friendship with facials, so grab your BFF (Best Facial Friend) and bounce on over to Glow Spa! Why not book a spa getaway and get skin summer ready with a smoothing, buffing coconut sugar body scrub with a facial? Together you can escape everyday stresses and enjoy ultimate relaxation.

FACIAL TIME IS A SPECIAL TIME

Any time you get together with your friends is a good time. Laughing and catching up face to face time beats Facetime any day. And sharing an experience, like a facial, is special because you get the added benefits of self-care, together.

Facials improve your skin texture and appearance by using specially designed skincare techniques. They are designed to a) improve absorption of creams and serums b) relieve tension, fatigue, and help rejuvenate you and your skin c) improve your blood circulation d) help rid your skin of dead skin cells and e) give you a radiant glow.

Since Glow Spa can accommodate two facials at a time you and your BFF can create a new tradition. Together you can look and feel fresh, youthful, and vibrant!

PRODUCTS AND PERFORMANCE

The caring experts at Glow Spa quickly learn each of your skin’s needs and determine how best to create radiance. They help you see and feel the results you’re looking for like improved elasticity or lessened fine lines.

Optimal, high-quality products are used to perform services (a.k.a. magic) with peak performance. Some of the products used to renew, brighten, and smooth your skin include cleansers, lotions, masques, exfoliants, and gentle eyecare, which all contribute to overall facial effectiveness. Additionally, facial massages, and extractions if needed, are performed.

SPECIALIZED SERUMS

During facials, serums are used to deliver specialized powerful ingredients directly into the skin based on your individual skincare needs. The concentration of serum makes an immediate difference in your skin’s appearance and texture. Serums currently being used every day in your regular skincare routine can differ from a facial serum, and that’s okay. The skincare expert will analyze and decide which serum which will best suit your skincare needs specifically for the day. This is based on many factors, including weather, time of year, hormones, skincare appearance (which includes colour), and if problem areas need attention. Their trained eye will determine for you and your BFF whether your skin needs tightening, clarity, acne control, a boost of hydration, extra moisture, and more.

GET THAT TROPICAL VIBE WITHOUT GOING ANYWHERE

The Eminence Coconut Body Treatment exfoliates with natural sugar cane crystals to leave skin smooth, soft and supple, while infusing deep hydration and nourishing aromatic coconut oil.

Replenished further with Eminence Coconut Firming Body lotion. Botanical hyaluronic acid and coconut deeply moisturises skin while natural retinol alternative delivers and instant firming action plus lasting age-defying results with Swiss Green Apple stem cells for a smooth and supple skin from head to toe.

BONUS QUALITY TIME

To add to the stay-cation feeling, enjoy a pre-facial stroll or a bit of shopping. Get a mani-pedi or grab a smoothie and fill your body with much needed nutrients.

Be sure to schedule your next facial while you’re there whether it’s twice a year, once a month, or seasonally. We all know life goes quickly, so make the time to achieve skincare goals together, and motivate one another to continue. Snagging a selfie together to show off your post facial glow is a great way to finish off your daytrip.

Friends make you feel your best, and facials make your skin feel its best, so pair them up and enjoy a new facial BFF tradition at Glow Spa!

The Best Skincare Routine for Travel

Sat, 09 Dec 2023 17:55:19 GMT

You’re going on a holiday, and it’s time to get excited! But don’t forget to pack up your skincare so your skin stays happy too. Staying on your regular routine is difficult so let’s adapt it into a simpler routine based on where you’re headed, and customize your skincare accordingly.

The Top Five Travel Challenges for Your Skin

Your skin is used to a certain amount of pampering that is hard to maintain on holiday. The top five challenges are the disruptions, and dryness of traveling to your destination, the climate change like temperature fluctuations and humidity upon your arrival, the lack of sleep, the change in diet, and the drop in water consumption.

Dos and Don’ts

Before you start traveling, use an exfoliant to clear any and all dead skin cells which may clog your pores enroute to your holiday destination. Avoid eating salty foods the day before you leave. And drink lots of water.

Since skincare at home doesn’t depend on weight, and size remember to switch over to travel size from your favourite trusted brands to help keep both to a minimum. Once you’re on your way, continue to drink water as planes, trains, and hotels can contribute to drying out your skin. Try infusing it with fruit beforehand for an extra dose of antioxidants.

Additionally, do remember to care for your lips. Use a soothing lip balm, reapply often, and nourish them with Vitamin E. Do not rub at your skin unnecessarily, or touch it with unclean hands. Avoid caffeine and excess sugar. Do not squint at screens in poor lighting, and check that your prescription is up date for reading glasses if using. Do bring and use a hydration mask, and a trustworthy hand cream. Do consider the Eminence Rosehip Triple C & E Firming oil with Gua Sha available at Glow Spa to soothe, firm and protect your skin.

Must-have Skincare for Cold Holidays

Winter getaways for skiing, snowshoeing, snowboarding, skating, tubing, hot-tubbing, and all other cold fun within Canada or other snowy destinations includes both extreme weather and windchill outside, and sitting by a blazing fire inside.

Glow Spa suggests being prepared to protect, and soothe your skin for both extremes, using the Dermalogica, Hydration on-the-go Kit. It has a daily calming oat-based exfoliant, hydration serum, and smoothing cream which saves your skin on cold temperature holidays. The Eminence Limited Edition Masque Trio would also suit this type of trip. It includes 3, 15ml masques including Eight Greens Phyto masque, Strawberry Rhubarb masque and Bamboo Age Corrective masque. The extra attention, and hydration will definitely be appreciated by your skin.

Indoors, use nourishing products to help skin recover daily. Avoid washing your face with excessively hot water, as warmer temperatures will soothe instead of shock. A serum or boost of hydration on surfaces of skin exposed directly to weather can aid in both replenishing, and repair. Hyaluronic acid which holds more skin are a great addition to your travel bag, as well as sheet masks.

Save your Skin on Hot Holidays

Whether it’s a Caribbean cruise, each week, or hiking through the rainforest, these are skincare items you need to save your skin from the sun, and heat.

Importantly, take good care not to burn your skin, as it can cause short term stress, and long- lasting damage. Wear sunscreen and follow the instructions on the packaging. Be sure to use an SPF rating higher than 30, and use a body product on your body, and a separate sunscreen on the delicate skin of your face.

You will need to thoroughly wash your face morning and night to remove all sweat, sunscreen, and makeup. The Dermalogica Discover Healthy Skin Kit available at Glow Spa is considered by Glow Spa staff to be the one you need for hot destinations. There is a Pre-cleanse included which is excellent for removing impurities on your skin, followed by a Special Cleansing gel. Your skin will be rejuvenated by its exfoliant, and moisturizing cream. Luckily, the kit holds about a month’s worth of product so you definitely won’t run short. It's also a great way to try this line of skincare if a hot destination isn’t in your near future.

Remember to sip water throughout the day, seek out shade when you can, wear a hat, and protect your eyesight and delicate skin around them, with sunglasses.

Rest & Recover to Maintain your Glow

Get past the stresses of traveling home by getting back into your regular skincare routine as quickly as possible. Alternate a purifying mask to detox skin, with an exfoliator to battle any clogged pores over the next few weeks.

Hang on to your holiday GLOW by resting your skin with extra sleep, and helping in its recovery by using deeply nourishing products. Remember the Glow Spa staff are here for you, and happy to discuss your skincare options for your next trip away.

The Fabulous Fire and Ice Facial

Sat, 09 Sep 2023 00:39:18 GMT

Ready for a skin revolution? Time to try something new? Start by giving your skin a fabulous facial focusing the delicate skin, so desperate in need of special care, and extra attention. The skin is thinner, and works hard at being extremely mobile, transitioning between, and conveying all of our emotional ups and downs. In addition, every-day, all-day, our faces are exposed to the elements, the fluctuating seasonal temperatures, poor air conditions, and pollution, and can leave skin looking stressed.

Skin’s Super Power

Luckily, skin has a super power, an ability to sense, via peripheral thermoreceptors, temperature change, and can then respond with thermoregulation, the mechanism of temperature fluctuation, which effectively means our skin can sense and respond to temperature change. Heat dilates blood vessels, thereby increasing skin’s blood flow improving circulation, and skin will also respond to cold temperatures by constricting blood vessels, which naturally tightens our skin.

What is a Fire and Ice Facial?

A Fire and Ice facial uses our skin’s super power of responding to temperature to its full advantage, helping alleviate tension, and a stressed appearance. Not only does it de-toxify, deeply cleanse, aid in circulation, but unclogs pores, tightens skin, and reduces fine lines. Skin is brighter, accompanied with an overall smoother, softer, fresher appearance, while helping to even out skin tone. The Fire and Ice facial is considered one of the most effective facials for achieving skin’s special glow, making it a popular choice for special occasions.

The Fire

The fire, or heat, in this facial can be simulated by product ingredients as well as temperature. Skin responds by opening pores, making exfoliation more efficient and aiding in deep absorption of product. Circulation improves, and blood flow increases, allowing oxygen and nutrients to move easily through blood vessels. As skin relaxes, and muscle tension eases, the appearance of fine lines is improved. Skin looks radiant, healthy, and bright.

The Ice

After the heat treatment, a cold treatment dilates blood vessels, shrinking pores which tightens the skin, and reduces inflammation. Cold can be temperature driven such as by ice cubes or cold compress, or simulated by product ingredients, both feeling therapeutic and refreshing, to give your skin the “just-woke-up-happy-feeling.”

Fire and Ice Facial

The Fire and Ice facial is an Eminence treatment, utilizing the spicy ingredients of cinnamon, paprika and nettle to produce the feeling of warmth. It is a sensory delight, designed to soothe, and relax your skin, while the following ice is a stimulating, cooling sensation achieved with peppermint, cucumber, and menthol.

Facials are a boost in taking care of your skin, and help with combating the effects of daily life, and aiding in minimizing the appearance of aging. At Glow Spa, book yourself in to enjoy the

experience of both fire, and ice.

Save Your Skin with Sunscreen

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 15:35:53 GMT

You take excellent care of your skin with morning and evening routines, nourishing products, and by drinking lots of water. Don’t let your hard work go to waste. Take the time to protect your soft, silky, glowing skin from the harsh UV rays of the sun, pollution, and environmental conditions, by regularly applying sunscreen with an SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of 30 or higher. Sunscreen should be your best friend. It protects your skin and helps delay aging at the same time.

What is Sunscreen, and Why Do You Need It?

Sunscreen is a product used to lessen the damage UV rays can cause your skin. Without it, the sun can burn your skin, making it feel sore, angry, and crispy textured. It can also cause peeling, or worse yet, blisters, and charring. Consistent sun damage can cause skin cancers and accelerate aging. In the years before SPF was invented, people used different products to protect themselves. Ancient Greeks, for example, used olive oil (modern day technology identifies this roughly as a protection of SPF 8.) Indigenous people in North America used pine needles and sunflower oil to protect their skin, Hawaiians used coconut oil, while sailors on the open seas wore hats, long sleeves, and pants to cover their skin to protect it. SPF was invented and began selling commercially pre-1950, and is now widely available worldwide in many formulas, brands, and types.

What Makes a Good Sunscreen?

As time has gone on, sunscreens keep getting better and better. They are created for, and suitable for, any and all skin types. With a regular routine and reapplication according to the instructions on product labels, they literally save your skin. There is yet no such thing as one hundred percent waterproof sunscreen although some are water resistant, so be sure to reapply after swimming or sweating. SPF ratings now come as high as 50, and most people tend to use this. Remember, sunscreen should not be mixed. Do not use expired products as they can put your skin at risk for sunburns. Avoid your eyes, mouth, and open sores.

Let’s Compare Mineral and Chemical Sunscreen

Mineral sunscreen, also referred to as physical sunscreen, is a physical shield which lies on top of your skin to protect it from the sun. It is a barrier that contains natural minerals like zinc oxide, and titanium oxide, and blocks the sun’s UV rays before they can penetrate the skin. It is effective immediately and is better tolerated by sensitive skin. While older versions of mineral sunscreen tended to leave a white film, or white cast on the skin, it has greatly improved over time. Mineral sunscreen also lasts longer in direct sunlight, though will need to be reapplied as per product directions, generally after two hours, or after swimming or sweating.

Chemical sunscreen can include the chemicals octinoxate and avobenzone, which absorb and convert UV rays to heat energy before releasing them from your body. Chemical sunscreen can cause skin irritation to those with sensitivities, and need to be reapplied as necessary, according to box directions.

Sunscreen for the Face goes on the Face

There are various formulas of sunscreen, targeting both the face and body. The differences in the products rely on the texture and thickness of the sunscreen. Skin on the face is more sensitive and can react differently than the skin on your body. Pores on the face can be blocked more easily and are fragile.

Sunscreen for the face also deals with shininess, how compatible it is with makeup, and is usually on the thinner side so it doesn’t feel too thick or gloopy. Always apply sunscreen pre-makeup applications.

There is a higher oil content in most body sunscreens and the product tends to be thicker. The UV filt

are generally the same, although product size is different with the body product typically coming in a

larger container because you use more at a time. Regardless if you are applying sunscreen to your face or

body, consistent re-application is crucial to protecting your skin.

After-Sun Care

Let’s take care of skin after too much sun by using an aloe vera gel or comparable product which will feel cooling, calming, and nourishing. After sun-products should allow the heat from your skin to pass through the product. Avoid products that lock in moisture and avoid heavily fragranced or chemical products which may irritate your skin. In the event you burn yourself, take the time to baby your scorched skin. Use cold compresses and drink lots of water. Do not peel or pop any blisters that may form.

Extra Tips and Tricks

When applying sunscreen, rubbing in by hand is an effective way of knowing you covered all of your exposed skin. If using spray on sunscreen, take the time to apply the product evenly. Remember to apply sunscreen to the following most commonly forgotten areas: backs of your hands, the sides and back of your neck, your upper chest, your lips, the tops of your ears, and the tops of your feet. If you’re using lightening products to brighten your skin, be sure to apply sunscreen diligently, or you risk the sun counteracting your desired effect and darkening your skin. Any exfoliation on the face or body, whether manual or chemical, removes dead skin cells and exposes fresh, smooth skin in need of protection from the sun.

You can also cover up your skin instead of using sunscreen, by wearing long sleeves, pants, and hats. Alternatively, seek shade instead of direct sun. For those who love the look of sun-kissed skin, consider makeup as an alternative to tanning. Tanning is your skin’s reaction to UV rays, and there are countless bronzer brands and formulas that achieve the sun-kissed look without the accompanying damage. You can also consider using readily available self-tanning products.

Your skin is at risk, so make the commitment to doing your best with frequent applications, and an SPF rating of 30 plus. Sunscreen may not be sexy, but it will be your best friend, both protecting and preserving your glowing, soft, silky, smooth skin. Discover the latest sunscreens available at Glow Spa.

Oh, What a Glow!

Wed, 03 May 2023 08:58:40 GMT

Having a facial treatment gives you oh, so glowing, healthy, fabulous looking skin. Part of the fabulousness is the facial massage, which has a long history of boosting circulation, relieving tension, and stimulating the skin, resulting in that much coveted glow.

How does a Facial Massage Work?

There are many types of facial massages, and they all have similarities which greatly benefit the overall health of your skin. Facial tension contributes to many aspects of the aging process. We often clench our jaws, wrinkle our foreheads, and crunch our eyes, squinting at screens, and creating or deepening existing fine lines and wrinkles. You hold a lot more tension in your face than you realize.

Relaxation during a facial treatment, and the gentle releasing of tension in your face through a facial massage, softens the lines and goes a long way in reducing stress. A facial massage works on the pressure points in your face, including the eyebrows, jaw, and neck. This helps what is going on with the muscles beneath the skin, just as much as it does with the elasticity of the skin itself.

Benefits of doing a Facial Massage during a Facial Treatment Facial massages are done with oils or lotions. They warm-up the skin, which helps with the absorption of creams and masks. A facial massage includes the skin on the face from the jawline to the forehead, temples, and cheeks. The slow pace of movement and the gentle touch, promotes positive energy in an upward sweeping motion, while pressure applied to the skin improves circulation and increases blood flow.

What is a Gua Sha stone?

A Gua Sha stone is one of the tools which can be used for facial massage. It is typically made out of a semi-precious stone, like rose quartz. A Gua Sha stone was originally used in an intense scraping action to encourage skin to heal itself, however, the newer trend is a much gentler approach, especially on the

face. A Gua Sha stone varies in size and shape, should be well made, and easy to hold in your hand. A facial Gua Sha stone has small edges that are best for the jawline, forehead, cheeks, and around delicate eye area.

Gua Sha Stone Benefits and Use During a facial, the Gua Sha stone is used on a clean face after applying a serum, face oil, or a moisturizer of choice, so skin is slippery.

When used regularly, a Gua Sha stone can help with lymphatic drainage. A slow lymph system can cause swollen or puffy skin. Using the Gua Sha stone helps move fluids and increase circulation which in turn improves your glow. It also helps relax your stiff facial muscles, and facial tissues, tightens skin, and

gives you an overall brighter complexion.

Additional Tips, and Tricks

The Gua Sha stone should always be kept clean, and dry before using. The stone should be held firmly with the flat part resting on your skin. Extra time can be spent on areas which would benefit, such as knots of tension in the face or neck. Morning usage will reduce puffiness, whereas night usage relaxes

your face muscles before sleep. Use the Gua Sha stone three times a week for best results.

In all seasons, facial treatments and facial massages at Glow Spa will boost your glow and leave you feeling fabulous.

Excellent, and Easy Eye-Care

Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:49:13 GMT

Our eyes are the windows to our souls, and they see the beauty in the world around us, yet they are often overworked, and neglected. All day, every day, our eyes deserve to be treated as special as they are.

What Makes the Skin around Eyes so Important?

The skin around your eyes is different from the rest of your face. It is delicate, and should always be treated gently. The skin around your eyes is thin and the eye muscles move constantly as they help to convey emotions to others. The eyes, and the skin around them are perhaps the most communicative parts of ourselves, offering smiles, frowns, and a hundred other nuances. It is also affected by the environment we live in, both outdoors and indoors, and affected by our diet, water intake, and light.

Where is the Eye Area?

The eye area consists of the orbital bone, eyebrow, upper cheekbones, and out to the side where it joins the temple. The eyelid skin is also included in the eye area, and this skin is an even more fragile area.

Dark Circles, Puffiness, and More

Some of the concerns for eye-care include tired eyes, targeting dark circles, puffiness, fine lines, and wrinkles. Tired eyes can be a combination of factors, both external and internal, including overall stress and lack of sleep, in addition to straining your eyes from computers/screens/poor lighting, or the wrong eye prescription. Tired eyes can strain your eye area by squinting, and accelerating fine lines, and wrinkles. Dark circles extend downwards from the inner corner of eyes in a gray or purplish-black tone. If hereditary, an eye treatment with caffeine or vitamin K can help with circulation (greater blood flow in this area will improve the colour). Poor diet can also contribute to dark circles, lack of water, and a consistent lack of sleep. Excess alcohol can also enhance dark circles, so try to limit your daily intake.

Puffiness, especially if it’s more than the eye area that is affected, can be reduced by lowering your salt intake to avoid water retention. Continue to drink your daily required amount of water by sipping throughout the day. Fine lines will noticeably improve with some TLC. Remember to pat gently and not rub the eyes aggressively. Wrinkles, especially crinkle, or smile lines, can be visually improved, or softened, with a regular eye care routine. Wrinkles occur naturally over time so the earlier you commit to taking regular care of this area, the better.

Commit to Caring

Twice daily action, equalling only a few minutes, can make an immediate difference in the appearance, texture, and feeling of the skin around your eyes. Here’s what to do: in the morning, wash your face as usual, then add an eye cream or gel under your eye, in the area near the outer corner of your eyes, and slightly downwards. Never pull or tug down, use a gentle finger to tap the product on quickly, using a pea-sized amount of product. Do not apply to your lashes. If your lashes are brittle, or hard, be sure all makeup is off, and look into purchasing a special lash conditioner which is sold in a mascara-like tube. At night, remove all makeup with a gentle cleansing product specific to eyes as they are less harsh and should not sting your eye. Pat dry, then apply eye cream or gel.

Cream Versus Gel

Take time to choose what is best for your skin, or ask Glow Spa staff for an assessment. Generally, eye cream is best for dry skin while eye gel is designed for normal/combination skin. Both differ from face or body moisturizers by containing less concentration of product formula to lessen the risk of eye irritation. If your skin reacts to a product, it could mean there is an ingredient in the formula which triggers a reaction, such as perfume, or simply the concentration is too strong.

Carrots and Cucumbers

Carrots are extremely nutritious, bursting with beta carotene, vitamin K, and potassium. They also contain lutein (an antioxidant) which improves the overall health of your eyes. Incorporate them into your diet, along with cucumbers.

Cucumbers are high in both hydration and antioxidants; leave the peel on and add them into salads, or eat raw. For a quick at home remedy for tired eyes use slices of cucumbers to cool, and hydrate. Chill the cucumbers, and don’t slice them too thin. Lay your head back and put one on each eye. Relax for ten to fifteen minutes, and once they’ve warmed from your body heat, flip them over.

Twinkle in Your Eyes

For work and play, eyes are using technology at an alarming rate. To avoid eye strain, do regular eye exercises and take frequent breaks from screens. Wearing protective eyewear and using eye drops can protect and relieve dry, itchy eyes. Avoid straining your eyes by squinting, and make sure your eye prescriptions are up to date by visiting an ophthalmologist. In addition to a regular routine, at times your eyes benefit from a little bit of extra attention. When there are sudden changes in health, heightened stress, travel, and seasonal changes, a simple jade roller ball, kept chilled in the fridge, and rolled over the eye area is soothing. Alternatively, try placing a cool cloth on your eyes and taking a five-minute rest by closing both eyes and breathing slowly for temporary relief.

Twinkle in Your Eye

Try Glow Spa’s Eye Rescue, a $70.00, thirty-minute eye treatment to rehydrate and replenish dry, thirsty skin or the Pro Power Eye Peel, a powerful and gentle eye peel featuring ingredients which encourage cell turnover. Use this concentrated eye patch to brighten the under-eye skin to hep even skin tone, and texture, and minimize the appearance of fine lines, and wrinkles. The Pro Power Eye Peel can be added to any facial, or peel service for only $35.00!

You only have one pair of eyes to last your whole life, so Glow Spa is ready to help you establish an excellent and easy eye-care routine.

Give the Gift of Self-Care / Caring Gift Ideas for Those You Love

Fri, 09 Dec 2022 03:07:14 GMT

Are you stumped on what gift to give someone special? Are you pressed for time but still want them to know how much you care? Look no further than a collection of self-care products, or a surprise gift certificate from Glow Spa.

Here are some suggestions on themed self-care product packages, and also about how to enhance a gift certificate to create an even better surprise!

1 -. Themed baskets, like Glow Spa Bee by the Sea products, can be given with a jar of honey and honey spoon, or with edible honey products, such as honeycomb, or pollen for cooking.

2 - For someone recovering from an illness or a sudden change in their lives, giving a basket of natural foods with healing properties, alongside a gift card for self-care, is a meaningful gift. Foods can include traditional ones like fresh grapes, teas, and honey, or specialty teas.

3 - For quick and easy gifts, choose a manicure or pedicure specific gift certificate, and pair it with a hand or foot cream, scrub brush, loofah, and a soaking bowl.

4 - Gift cards with travel size lotions and cleansers, paired with a sheet mask, are great for both holidays and hospital visits.

5 - Seasonal shower products, or bath oils, accompanied with a candle, or home oil and fragrance is a winner alongside a gift certificate.

6 - Give the gift certificate with flowers, either with or without a vase. Bouquets of flowers, or a single rose with a gift card is an attractive gift. Make it even more special by using the language of flowers. Specific flowers symbolise specific emotions and intentions. For example, red tulips represent true love, pink roses convey happiness, and yellow roses symbolise friendship and joy. By using the symbolic language of flowers, your gift becomes even more thoughtful

7 - A fun way to present a gift card is by putting together products using a colour theme. Fun and fresh food like oranges, or a bag of rainbow gumballs, can be a centrepiece or pop in a pair of fun socks with a pedicure gift card.

8 - The new Eminence strawberry-rhubarb products at Glow Spa can be accompanied with jams, biscuits, and Yorkshire’s new tea, Malty Biscuit which tastes just like tea and biscuits.

9 - A self-care journal and a new pen with a gift certificate for an afternoon at GlowSpa is a thoughtful gift for someone you care for.

10 –Wrap a self-care gift card with comforting blanket, a soft robe, or a reusable hot water bottle cover to cuddle in bed for a special surprise.

By giving a Glow Spa gift card you can share your favourite service, spa product, choose something you think they would like to try, or purchase something they already love.

Whether it’s a birthday gift, anniversary, Christmas gift, or simply “just because” the gift of self-care makes everyone feel extra special!

Recharge Your Routine with Retinol!

Thu, 17 Nov 2022 07:11:32 GMT

Retinol has a well-deserved reputation for being one of the most powerful formulas out there for your skin. It helps fight wrinkles, brighten dullness, lighten dark spots, and combat acne. Read on to find out how it can recharge your skincare routine.

What is Retinol?

Retinol is an over-the-counter skin care product which helps combat many skincare issues like acne, dullness, and wrinkles. It is a powerful, yet gentle, and efficient formula derived from vitamin A.

Retinol should not be confused with retinoids which can only be prescribed by a dermatologist. Retinoids are generally given for severe acne, or to help with acne scarring. Always consult a dermatologist about retinoid use. And remember, the Glow Spa staff are always on hand to help you assess your skin, and recommend products best for you.

Why Should You Use Retinol?

There are many reasons to introduce and regularly use retinol in your skin care routine including brightening dullness, clearing acne, fading dark spots, reducing skin discolouration, and combatting fine linesand wrinkles.

Remember, our bodies cannot produce vitamin A on their own. Be sure to give your body a boost by eating plant foods high in vitamin A, such as carrots, cantaloupe, and red bell peppers, or animal-sourced foods like fish and eggs.

How Does Retinol Work?

Retinol goes deeper than the surface layer of your skin. It targets the dermis, boosting production and collagen to create a fuller, plump effect, and help skin with texture and tone.

Retinol also helps to unclog pores. If you find your pores are becoming more noticeable because they are becoming clogged with oilor dead skin,you may consider adding retinol into your skincare routine.

When to Use Retinol in Your Routine?

If you are new to using retinol, start by applying it every third day to monitor how your skin reacts. Redness, bumps, and flakinessare signs you may be using too much retinol, or using it too frequently. Increase use to every other day only if your skin adjusts well. Use small, controlled, pea-sized amounts when applying retinol because a little goes a long way.

Retinol takes several weeks of regular use to starting showing its full power, so don’t worry if you don’t see i mmediate, visible results. Apply retinol at night, and in this order - cleanse, tone, retinol, moisturizer, eye cream, and lip cream unless otherwise directed by Glow Spa staff.

What You Need to Remember About Retinol

While newer retinol formulas are more efficient, and gentle than in past products, there are several things you need to remember when using retinol, and none are as important as protecting your skin from light.

Retinol makes skin lightsensitive, so you must always use retinol at night, and apply SPF in the morning to protect your skin. This is important to dowhether you’re going outside or not. An SPF of 40 or more is recommended. Retinol leaves your skin vulnerable to sun damage unless you protect it.

Redness, itchiness, and peeling skin are other side effects of using retinol, though symptoms can be experienced after using too much product, or applying retinol too frequently. Other side effects can include stinging, swelling, or acne flare ups so be sure to follow the guidelines of the retinol product you are using.

Discover the right retinol products for you at Glow Spa. The staff will make it easy to get you started with powerful retinol products to recharge your skincare routine.

Balance Your Skin’s Microbiome

Thu, 29 Sep 2022 01:33:54 GMT

Did you know your skin is your body’s largest organ, and it protects your internal self from the external environment, including toxins and pollutants, in the same way a shield would? Your skin protects you using an intricate, delicate balance of good bacteria which regulates your skin’s natural barrier.

Meet Your Skin’s Microbiome

The skin’s microbiome, also known as skin flora, has over 1000 types of microorganisms, including fungi, mites, and bacteria, living on your skin. They are harmless, and mostly beneficial, creating a mini ecosystem of bacteria which affects how the skin functions. The microbes, unseen, but there, play an important role in helping your immune system defend your body from the unhealthy bacteria you come in contact with every day.

The microbes survive on the salt, water, and oil your skin releases to keep cool and lubricated. These microbes vary from your face, to under your arms and between your toes, producing vitamins, hormones, and chemicals which help to preserve not only your skin barrier, but your immune system, and your appearance.

The Importance of Balance

A healthy skin microbiome protects against irritants and locks moisture in. It helps support your skin’s protective barrier and prevents dryness, irritation, rosacea, psoriasis, acne, and other skin issues. Conversely, a skin microbiome which is struggling or compromised leads to an imbalance that will include a loss of elasticity, uneven skin tone, and can accelerate other signs of aging,

cause additional skin problems, or worsen existing ones. If the skin microbiome is stripped of its microbes, or good bacteria is overtaken by bad bacteria, the balance is thrown off and can lead to skin irritation. This makes the microbiome vulnerable, and damage can lead to further skin irritation and less protection from environmental factors.

How to Support Your Skin’s Microbiome

Your skin’s microbiome can be helped by avoiding or not overusing harsh ingredients in your skincare. Use microbiome friendly skincare to gently nourish, and help support your barrier instead. Be sure to wash your makeup off fully at night, as excess residue and oils can leave your skin battling bad bacteria build-up! Avoid antibacterial soap and hand sanitizers when

unnecessary, such as at home. Wear natural fibers like cotton, or looser clothes, as most synthetics, and overly tight fabrics can interfere with your skin’s ability to sweat and produce good bacteria.

Healthy Guts = Healthy You

Don’t stop now! Help rebuild your microbiome from the inside out by boosting your gut microbiome. Deep inside you, in your digestive system, there is another microbiome, and this one supports your overall health and glowing skin too. Probiotics provide your digestive system with healthy bacteria aiding with digestion and inflammation. Focus on a healthy gut by adding probiotics into your diet through probiotic-rich food, like yogurt. They help the existing good bacteria in the gut thrive and multiply.

Crazy about Kombucha

Kombucha also helps balance your gut microbiome. It is a fermented tea, which has all the health benefits of regular tea plus probiotics. Kombucha is made by adding bacteria, yeast, and sugar to either black or green tea, then left to ferment for a week, or sometimes longer. Teas not only help keep your complexion clear and glowing on the outside, but boost immune systems and fight inflammation. This makes Kombucha an important ingredient in helping to support your digestive system and your skin’s microbiome.

Help your skin get healthy with bacteria balance by reaching out to Glow Spa about microbiome friendly skincare products, and get ready to glow!

Preserve Your Summer GLOW from Head to Toe

Thu, 08 Sep 2022 19:39:41 GMT

Season changes cause skin changes, and although summer doesn’t officially end until mid-September, your summer glow might be already starting to fade. Soft, moist skin becomes ashen, dull, and dry. Give your skin some TLC and preserve your summer glow with these techniques, and tips from Glow Spa.

Sloughing-off Dead Skin

Start by rejuvenating your skin with an exfoliator. This will help clear away those flaky, dead skin cells which can give a dull, grey tone to the surface of your skin. This process also helps healthy skin hidden underneath the uneven, dead skin to get the moisturizer it desperately needs. Consider a hyaluronic acid to exfoliate, or use a traditional scrub, but remember to use a body

exfoliant for your body and a face exfoliant for your face.

Renourish, and Repair

After long days of summer sun, it’s time to rescue your skin. Aim to renourish, and repair your skin by adding in Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, into your daily life. Topically, it can be included in a serum or moisturizer, and is essential for skin recovery while naturally boosting your skin’s radiance.

At this time of year, you can begin layering oils with cream. Since oils are released naturally from your pores and are necessary for skin to function properly, they both nourish, fortify and strengthen skin. Oils can also replenish your skin’s hydration, and when applied with massaging techniques, oils aid in stimulating skin circulation. To massage, never pull in a downward direction. Use gentle fingers to massage along your jawline. Stroke gently around the eyes. Using both hands, massage forehead, and temples. Circular motions work well for cheeks, up and out towards ears. Try a few minutes before bed for a calming effect.

Internal Glow Boosters

Boost your glow from the inside out! Drinking enough water and adding glow boosting foods into your daily diet will increase your skin’s radiance. Major glow boosters which encourage healthy looking skin include carrots, pumpkins, sweet potatoes, green tea, and avocados. Munching up to a cup of walnuts with blueberries (high in antioxidants) are also beneficial for overall skin health, and add-in precious oranges, grapefruits, or apples for the all-important Vitamin C. Get creative, and try combining what you need into a freshly squeezed juice. Apple, carrot, and ginger is a great way to get what you need for that glowing skin, whether you’re juicing or customizing at your local juice bar.

Preserving Skin’s Summer Glow

In the summer, sun protection is crucial for skin health, but don’t stop now! Post-summer sunscreen continues to be all-important. A regular twice daily skincare routine will keep skin soft and smooth, giving it a luminous, well cared for appearance. Remember, getting adequate sleep, managing stress or anxiety, eating nutritious snacks and meals, and drinking eight to ten cups of water a day all help rescue and recover your skin.

Glowing skin looks dewy, feels amazingly refreshed, and silky soft to the touch.

Get glowing today! Contact the glow experts at Glow Spa about products to use at home, and schedule your treatments to preserve your summer glow from head-to-toe!

Healing those Hard-Working Hands

Sat, 11 Jun 2022 18:46:43 GMT

If there’s one part of our body that is overused and neglected, it’s the oh-so-hard-working, silently suffering skin on our hands!

Our Hands Do Everything

The list is endless. Your hands wash dishes, clean homes, hold the leash while walking the dog, and lately, a whole lot of hand sanitizing. Add in extremes in climate and temperature, exposure to allergens, over washing with harsh soap, excessively hot water, sunburns, and the damage to skin can add up quickly. Keeping your hands clean is necessary, but also removes their natural oils, which are there to keep skin healthy and moisturized. Most hand sanitizers have an alcohol- based formula that causes the skin to become dry. These daily irritants can result in a range of skin issues, including redness, soreness, itching, flaking, peeling, cracking, and cuticle tears. It can also exacerbate pre-existing skin issues like eczema.

Let’s Establish a Skin Care Routine for Hands

Today is the best day to start a new skin care routine for the skin on your hands. Let’s start with how to wash them. 1) Wash for twenty seconds using lukewarm water and gentle soap. 2) Dry hands with a clean towel leaving some water on them. 3) While the skin is damp, apply moisturizing cream. Ensure you moisturize palms, backs of hands, wrist, fingertips, and nails. If using hand sanitizer, wait until it has dried, and then apply moisturizer.

Hand Moisturizers

There are a wide variety of hand moisturizers available. Whether you use a lotion or cream, a highly concentrated moisturizer, which is usually thicker in texture, is best for your hands.

Sunscreen is a definite plus in hand moisturizers. There are both unscented and scented options. Be sure to use a hand lotion targeting your main concerns, and, if in doubt, start a conversation about moisturizers with the Glow Spa staff.

Additional Tips

If you’re out in the elements, apply moisturizer before you go out, or wear thin gloves. For cleaning, including household chores, wear rubber or other protective gloves to help prevent the cleaning products from touching the skin on your hands. If they do touch skin, be sure to take a few moments to clean the products off your hands. After a shower or bath, especially with hot water temperatures, apply moisturizer to the skin on your hands.

Aging Hands

The skin on your hands, already thin and fragile, becomes thinner and more delicate over time. It is easier to tear and rip, particularly in people over fifty. Age spots caused by melanin begin to appear. The sun will darken those spots, so sunscreen is best used before exposure. In addition, as your hands age, common hand ailments, which interfere with daily living activities, can flare up. These ailments include arthritis (a joint inflammation which can happen within your fingers, hands, and wrists), osteoarthritis (a degenerative form of arthritis), and carpal tunnel syndrome. Carpal tunnel syndrome can cause pain or numbness, a pins and needles feeling in the fingers, or trouble with gripping objects in the affected hand. Be sure to keep track of hand ailments and

speak with a doctor about treatment options. Self-massage every day can ease these painful conditions. To achieve the best results with at home hand massage, use a light oil and aim for fifteen minutes per hand.

Hand Massages at Glow Spa

Hand massage helps increase circulation, reduces muscle tension, and eases pain. The physical contact of having a massage also helps us on a primal level, because connection to another person makes us feel good, and helps to ease anxiety. Manicures help with cuticle care and overall hand health. Get in the habit of regularly checking hands and treating them, instead of overlooking new gashes, tears, bumps, and soreness.

Gardeners Alert

The season to garden is a way to connect with the earth by planting seeds and watching food or flowers grow. Wear gardening gloves to protect your skin. If you plant with bare hands, wash your hands afterwards, and use a soft nail brush to help your cuticles. Still have dirt ingrained in your skin? Try soaking them in a bowl of warm water with a drop of oil, a bit of body exfoliant, or brown sugar to coax the dirt off. Follow with a hand lotion to penetrate the skin. At night, to repair and restore any damage done, you need a hard-working moisturizer for those hard- working hands.

Remember, Glow Spa staff are there to help! Visit, call, or email to inquire about our hand cream products, hand massage treatments, and how to establish a regular hand maintenance routine.

Hands are hard-working, so let’s get going on making them healed, healthy, and happy!

HELLO HYALURONIC ACID!

Wed, 06 Apr 2022 16:44:12 GMT

If you’re hoping to keep your skin looking and feeling its best, you need to hydrate your skin! Hyaluronic acid is one of the most effective and easiest ways to achieve that.

What is so amazing about it?

Did someone say super skin? Hyaluronic acid’s natural efficiency, ease of use and its glowing results make it a dynamic, in-demand ingredient.

What exactly is hyaluronic acid?

Hyaluronic acid forms naturally in the connective tissues of the human body. This includes the skin, but as we age, our body’s level of hyaluronic acid gradually becomes depleted. You can get that extra boost by using skin care products which contain hyaluronic acid.
Since it is well known as a humectant (a substance that helps the skin hold on to water), hyaluronic acid helps hydrate the outer layers of skin, which improves the skin’s appearance.

What benefits do you get from using it when in your skincare routine?

In addition to hydration, hyaluronic acid also aids in elasticity, and plumps skin, which helps decrease the appearance of fine lines, as well as helping to heal skin. Topical benefits from hyaluronic acid are seen almost instantly, however over time you will see the benefits of softening deeper lines and other signs of aging. Hyaluronic acid also acts as an antioxidant, protecting your skin from environmental factors such as a dry workplace, and pollution. In case you’re wondering what dehydrated skin looks like, complexions can often appear dull, with dark under the eye circles, sunken eyes, and increased surface wrinkles. It can often feel itchy and feel rough. Dry skin is sometimes mistaken for dehydration, but while dry skin is lacking oils, dehydration is lacking water. Try thinking of hyaluronic acid as a lubricating substance which is produced by our bodies naturally and is often included in skin care products to boost our natural production. And don’t be scared of the word acid! It is an easy, healthy, and happy approach to hydration.

Who can use it, when do you use it, and how do you use it?

Anyone in need of hydration can use hyaluronic acid so luckily, hyaluronic acid can be used by any age and on any skin type. It is safe to use on sensitive skin, acne, and by anyone who is pregnant or nursing. Since it is naturally produced by our skin, there are very few allergic reactions. Allergic reactions are usually caused because you’re applying too frequently, it’s too high a concentration, or you’re reacting to other ingredients in the product.It is easy to add to your regular skincare routine every day, either day or night. Hyaluronic acid can be an ingredient in your moisturizer or you can layer it as a serum. Additionally, skin care products that can contain hyaluronic acid include cleansers, and sheet masks. Whichever one you choose, be sure to use it regularly to see optimal results.

What is the difference between moisturizing and hydrating?

Moisturizing and hydrating go together like jigsaw pieces. Hydrating is adding water to your skin while moisturizing adds ingredients that lock the water together. You can add hydration but you need additional ingredients to retain it. If you’re using hyaluronic acid in a serum, be sure to use a moisturizer afterwards.

Boost your body inside and out

Hey, guess what, not only can you use hyaluronic acid in your skincare to help your skin from the outside, you can include these foods in your diet to aid in the production of hyaluronic acid within. Almonds, which have many other nutrients, contain magnesium, which is needed for hyaluronic acid production. Same goes for kale and sweet potatoes. Also, foods that are high in vitamin C help to promote absorption of hyaluronic acid. Broccoli, limes, asparagus, and oranges are all great additions to your diet.

Try hyaluronic acid soon and say goodbye to dehydrated skin, and hello to hyaluronic acid. Contact Glow Spa staff to assess your skin and discover the best products containing hyaluronic acid to add into your regular skincare routine.

Gotta Get The Glow

Wed, 02 Mar 2022 19:00:41 GMT

Exfoliation:

Every woman, regardless of age, dreams of having oh-so-soft, supple, healthy, glowing skin, not just on their face but their whole body, including their upper arms, jawlines, hard working hands, knees, elbows, and feet. The dream is achievable. How? Exfoliation. And, best of all, the results of exfoliation are instantly apparent, every single time you take the time to do it.

Here’s how exfoliation works:

Every thirty days, you shed your dead skin to make room for new skin. But the dead skin doesn’t shed evenly or completely, leaving dry, flaky patches, and clogged pores. The layer of dead skin also contributes to dull, tired looking complexions. Using an exfoliator helps this process along in a safe and effective way by evenly removing the build-up of dead skin cells. Additionally, exfoliating improves circulation and assists your skin in absorbing the lotions or oils applied afterwards. Exfoliation also targets and minimizes fine lines, as well as helps with sun-damage and acne (this includes white heads and black heads).

Types of exfoliators:

There are a few different types of exfoliators, including manual/physical exfoliators, and chemical exfoliators. Manual exfoliators have a granular feeling and buff the dead skin away. Thicker granules are generally used in body scrubs or foot scrubs, while thinner exfoliates are made for the skin on the face and neck. Chemical exfoliants are often best for sensitive or thin feeling skin as they are typically less abrasive and the dead skin is dissolved without any scrubbing action.

The most popular chemical exfoliants are AHA which stands for alpha hydroxy acid and BHA which stands for beta hydroxy acid. AHA focuses on the surface of the skin so is better suited to normal to dry skin. BHA works deeper into the pore, making it ideal for combination and oily skin.

Finding the right exfoliator for your face:

While all skin types benefit from exfoliating, determining your skin-type will help narrow down the choices of exfoliants to find the best one for you. Having a body scrub and facial service is another option. Professionals will evaluate your skin and recommend the exfoliator which best suits you. Please note, chemical peels are offered from Glow Spa for clients looking to resurface their skin more deeply than an at-home exfoliant.

How and when to exfoliate:

At home, exfoliating can be done in the shower or bath. Wet your skin first, then exfoliate using specific products for specific body parts. Using a face cloth and/or exfoliation mitt, apply onto face, body, and feet. Apply light pressure while you exfoliate with small, controlled circular motions. Spend extra time on your feet, elbows, and knees. Remember to be gentle on your breasts and under your arms.

You can exfoliate any time of the day, but the benefit of exfoliating your skin in the morning is a fresh, glowing appearance, while exfoliating at night has the benefit of unclogging your pores before using your night treatments. Whichever one suits you, incorporate exfoliation into a regular routine. Once or twice a week is enough for most people, although oily skin can be exfoliated more frequently. Seasonal changes affect the way your skin looks and feels, so in the winter months when your skin is feeling weather-beaten, take extra care to be gentle. Avoid using body or foot exfoliant on your face, and do not exfoliate close to the inside of your nostrils, eyes, and lips.

You got that glow:

By exfoliating on a regular basis, the soft skin you’ve always desired is at your fingertips. Your reflection shows your skin is healthier, happier, and glowing. Congratulations!

Chemical Facial Peels and Why we do Them?

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 23:28:11 GMT

What is a chemical facial peel?

Chemical peels are skin-resurfacing treatments that can be customized to a clients skin care concerns. The use of peeling agents including Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid and Malic Acid are water-soluble and can be used at different concentrations for different client concerns such as hyper-pigmentation, skin texture, wrinkles and skin tone. Oil-soluble Salicylic Acid is an excellent treatment for oily and acne-prone skin.

Why choose a chemical peel?

Cell turnover slows dramatically as we age, from approximately 20 days in younger and middle aged adults and up to over 30 days in older adults. Regular resurfacing is crucial for accelerating cell turnover and renewal rates.

Chemical peels are the most effective and affordable way to cast off dull surface cells, improve fine lines, acne, discoloration, and more with very little down time. Chemical peels may cost a third of a laser treatment and gives a more impressive result in a single treatment. Need more reasons to book a chemical peel? Here are a few more.

By lifting away dead skin cells triggers the cells below to multiply and push upwards producing more collagen and to make more hyaluronic acid. Your skin will also be smoother, radiant and receptive to the skin care products you use. Why spend $100 + on serums if they don’t penetrate the skin.

Chemical peels are safe on all skin colours without the risk of hyper-pigmentation and are customizable. By using multiple strengths of acid in a layering fashion, can give a better outcome with less irritation.

A Salicylic Acid peel can dive deep into the pores to help combat acne, un-clog pores, erode blackheads and fade post pimple marks. Salicylic Acid also lingers in the pores to help keep the pores clear. By using a stronger acid as a first layer and Salicylic Acid as the next layer, can really help reduce pitted acne scars.

There isn’t a permanent cure for Melasma or sun spots and hormonal skin darkening from pregnancy or taking birth control pills. However, Melasma can be controlled with regular chemical peel, brightening home care products and definitely daily use of a high SPF sun protection.

In conclusion, chemical peels are an excellent treatment option for a wide range of skin concerns from hyper-pigmentation to advanced signs of ageing. The benefits of chemical peels include: smooth skin, even skin tone, minimize fine lines, pores appear smaller, clears congestion and prevents breakouts.

Glow Spa is excited to offer Customized Facial Peels. By performing an intensive consultation, our team of professional skin therapists can help choose between Eminence Arctic Berry Peel & Peptide Illuminating Peel, Yam & Pumpkin Pro Enzyme Peel or Dermalogica Pro Power Advanced Renewal Glycolic Peel and Power Clear Peel.

Your skin is suffering from the winter blues...

Wed, 20 Oct 2021 21:15:59 GMT

Cold harsh weather, low humidity and indoor heating is depleting our skin of essential moisture and leaving it's barrier damaged and parched.

Taking care of the skin on our body is just as important as facial skin care and I'm going to give you the basic information you need to maintain youthful, hydrated, supple skin on your entire body.

Like your face, you want to begin with a body wash that is non-drying and gentle. Try invigorating and skin-nourishing Dermalogica Conditioning Body Wash or the ultra gentle Bee by The Sea Body Wash which is excellent for dry sensitive skin.

Exfoliating your body is the next step to youthful looking and feeling skin. Winter weather and central heating can leave the skin devoid of essential lipids (oil) and moisture (water) escapes, resulting in dry, dehydrated sensitized skin that has a build up of dead skin cells. A note-able benefit of exfoliating your body is it improves circulation and can promote a healthy glow to the cheeks, the ones on your face too. Exfoliating the body can be as simple as using a face cloth to cleanse your skin using circular motion or a loofah sponge. Or you can go with a body scrub that is sugar based, salt based or contain both. These are known as mechanical exfoliants as they slough off dead skin cells through motion rather than the use of chemicals like an acid.

What's the difference you ask?

Sea Salt Scrubs are not recommended for sensitive skin and is an excellent choice for tougher skin. Salt based scrubs not only exfoliate the skin and improve circulation, the salt contains magnesium which is anti-inflammatory and helps flush out toxins as well as containing skin loving minerals. A salt based scrub is the way to go when trying to improve the appearance of cellulite or dimply looking skin and can aid in the firmness of your skin.

Sugar Scrubs can be used on all skin types including sensitive. The granules of sugar are smaller and softer than salt so less harsh on the skin. While a sugar scrub is a mechanical exfoliant it is also a source of glycolic acid which is a chemical exfoliant naturally occurring. We love this benefit of a sugar scrub because glycolic acid helps break down the bonding agents that hold the skin cells together, triggering cell turnover for younger, softer skin. Glycolic acid is also great for treating sun damaged skin. Sugar also draws moisture to the skin helping to retain moisture and hydration. Try Eminence Organics Coconut Sugar Scrub or get the benefits of both a sea salt scrub and sugar scrub with Eminence Organics Stone Crop Revitalizing Body Scrub. Use your skin specific exfoliant 1-2 times per week followed by body oil or lotion with-in 10 minutes of exfoliation for maximum moisture absorption.

Body oil or lotion?

The answer is either and depends on what you prefer. Applying either a body oil or lotion is an inexpensive way to pamper your skin. Body oils contain emollient ingredients like fatty acids that help lock moisture in and soften the skin. Try olive tree organics, Solskin Essential skin nourishment. This organic body oil contains a luxurious blend of raw butters, oils and essential oils to feed your skin. We also love Eminence Organics Apricot Body Oil for its vitamin rich, long-lasting hydrating and regenerative benefits for the skin. On a lighter oil note, for those who don't like the feel of an oil, try Eminence Organics Stone Crop Body Oil or Dermalogica Phyto Replenish Body Oil. Both are feather light, easily absorbed, resulting in deeply hydrated skin that has a soft, satin finish.

A quality body lotion will lock in moisture, give you glowing skin, is anti-ageing and is quite a pleasant, relaxing feel as you rub lotion into your skin and inhale the aroma of the lotion. Try Dermalogica hydrating cream to smooth and tone while you calm your senses with the scent of French Lavender, Patchouli, Orange oil and Green tea. Some lotions contain ingredients like Coffee Extract and Microalgae extract to aid in increasing circulation and can help reduce the look of cellulite when used as prescribed by a skin care specialist. We love Eminence Organic Stone Crop Contouring Body cream that works as hard as you do targeting fat cells to visibly tone and tighten skin.

When it comes to moisturizing your body with either an oil or lotion, remember to always moisturize after exfoliating within 10 minutes. In fact, if you choose to go with a body oil, I recommend applying while you skin is still wet for better absorption. If you're really dry and flaky, you can apply a hydrating body lotion on top of your body oil.

Why is it important to add Peptides into your skincare routine?

Thu, 16 Sep 2021 17:49:45 GMT

Peptides are an anti-ageing must have to smooth, repair and hydrate the skin.

Peptides are formed by a small chain of amino acids, an essential ingredient in producing proteins such as Collagen, Elastin and Keratin. These proteins are responsible for the skin's texture, strength and elasticity. Collagen is the "brick and mortar" of our skin and as we age, we produce less of this protein that is responsible for the support and elasticity of our skin. Lifestyle habits such as smoking, sun damage and diet can also contributes to the loss of collagen. Peptides act like a biological messenger and plays an important role in how our bodies function overall. When collagen breaks down, it signals the body to form peptides to then produce more collagen. By applying skincare products that contain peptides we trick the skin into producing more collagen.

The beautiful thing about peptides in skin care products is that it works harmoniously with our bodies own processes in that it will trigger your body to produce collagen. The best way to infuse peptides into the skin are with serums and moisturizers that contain peptides.

Try Eminence's Marine Flower Peptide Serum, Marine Flower Peptide Concentrate and Marine Flower Peptide Night Cream. We also love Dermalogica Phyto Replensih oil and Phyto Nature Firming Serum.

Vitamin C and What it does for the skin.

Mon, 31 May 2021 00:25:53 GMT

Vitamin C is a powerhouse ingredient that has the ability to brighten the complexion, even out skin tone, firm the skin and helps to diminish fine lines and wrinkles.

What is Vitamin C?

Vitamin C is also known as ascorbic acid that is a potent antioxidant that is necessary for the growth, development and repair of all body tissues including skin. Vitamin C helps prevent UV damage, reduce pigmentation, reduce inflammation and boost collagen in the skin. Our bodies don't produce Vitamin C nor store it. The only way to get it in you is by ingesting it or applying it topically for our bodies to absorb and utilize. Some popular sources of Vitamin C are: citrus fruits, leafy greens, tomatoes, strawberries, rosehips and seabuckthorn oil just to name a few.

Benefits of Vitamin C for the skin

Vitamin C is a potent antioxidant that neutralizes and removes free radicals minimizing the visible impact of environmental stress. This powerful ingredient also plays an important role in supporting the skin's moisture barrier by strengthening the lipid barrier which will help retain moisture and keep the good stuff in and the bad out ie; free radicals. We are all concerned about fine lines, wrinkles, density and bounce of our skin. Free radical damage can harm the structural proteins: collagen and elastin. When these proteins become weakend, the structural support of the skin becomes compromised resulting in sagging skin, fine lines and wrinkles. Vitamin C also helps stabilize the collagen we already have, helping our skin stay firm, plump and youthful looking. When faced with stress of any kind , the skin defends itself by triggering cells called melanocytes to produce the pigment melanin. Vitamin C inhibits the production of melanin and minimizes the appearance of dark spots and hyper-pigmentation. With Vitamin C's acidic nature it is helpful in sloughing off dead skin cells which helps speed up cell turnover leaving skin smooth and dewy.

How to get Vitamin C into the skin

When choosing a Vitamin C serum look for L-ascorbic acid which is the most potent and effective form for skin care. Look for complimentary ingredients as well like Vitamin E which will help the Vitamin C's stability. Vitamin C topically can be used on all skin types but it is recommended to do a patch test first for sensitive skin. A great way to add Vitamin C into your skincare routine is with a serum. Applying 1-2 drops on cleansed skin morning and night followed by a facial oil and or moisturizer is ideal way to use this fast absorbing ingredient.

How to store your Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a vulnerable ingredient that can break down rapidly and oxidize degrading it's benefits. We always recommend storing your Vitamin C skin care in a cool, dark place with a well sealed lid. Can also be kept in the fridge to keep it fresh longer.

Our recommendations

Try Eminence Citrus & Kale potent C & E serum and masque. Dermalogica Biolumin -C serum with microencapsulated Vitamin C for extra stability.

Blue Light Exposure

Sun, 07 Mar 2021 18:12:04 GMT

Kick Blue Light Pollution to the curb...

While we have all had to adjust to life during a pandemic, our saving grace has been technology. More of us are working from home which means using our computers at least 8 hours a day. Shopping on line for groceries and essentials, children learning online, TV on in the background. There seems to be no relief from the amount of Blue Light we have become exposed to due to the increased amount of screen time.

What is Blue Light?

Blue light comes from sunlight, smart phones, computers and other electronic devices. It is a high energy, short wavelength light that is on the blue end of the visible light spectrum. This short wavelength has a higher energy output and unfortunately can cause greater damage to the skin.

Harmful effects of Blue Light

Blue light has been proven to affect our beauty sleep because it disrupts our natural circadian rhythm. If one is exposed to a significant amount of blue light before bed, you may find it difficult to fall asleep because blue light affects the level of melatonin, the sleep hormone. There is mounting evidence that blue light contributes to photo-aging which can worsen the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as well as breaking down collagen, depleting skin's elasticity and causing hyper pigmentation. Studies have shown that spending four, eight hour workdays in front of a computer is equivalent as spending 20 minutes un-protected in mid day sun. Though you don't feel the heat or burning of your skin, the damage is being done. Blue light has the ability to penetrate the skin deeper than UVA and UVB light causing free radical damage and inflammation.

What can we do to limit exposure

A quick fix would be to cover your computer and phones with a blue light shield or turn your computer and phones to "night mode" which gives off a yellow light not a blue light. This should be used at all times to save your eyes and to help prevent aging. Eating a diet rich in antioxidants from fresh fruits and vegetables as well as applying topical antioxidants from skincare. During the day it's recommended to apply a physical sunscreen, like a mineral based sunscreen that contains Zinc Oxide. Look for products that contain Cocoa seed extract as studies show it helps block the skin's blue light receptor cells as well as products that protect against environmental pollution and contain antioxidant rich ingredients.

Some products we recommend are, Dermalogica Invisible Physical defence SPF30, Dermalogica Prisma Protect SPF30, Eminence Sun Defense minerals SPF30 and New from Eminence, Lilikoi Daily Defense SPF 40 with Blue Light plus Anti-pollution shield. Products available at Glow Spa.

Take Time To Smell The Roses

Sat, 06 Feb 2021 04:55:45 GMT

Valentine's Day is just around the corner. What do we think of with this holiday that represents love and appreciation for love? Chocolate and Roses!

Symbolism of Roses

The Rose is a symbol of love and passion that dates back to the ancient Greeks and Romans that associated roses with Aphrodite and Venus, the Goddess of love. In Roman times, newlyweds were often crowned with Roses and women of high society would make a poultice of Rose petals in the belief that it would banish wrinkles. The Queen of beauty, Cleopatra, would bathe in petal infused milk and would soak the sails of her ship with Rose water so the breeze would surround her with the scent. Persians began commercially cultivating Roses and discovered steam distillation of Rose petals to extract the pure goodness of this Queen of flowers.

Why is Rose oil and extracts so special?

To produce approximately 30ml of Rose essential oil, it takes about 30,000 rose petals. The Damask Rose which is the rose that is used to produce the essential oil is still traditionally handpicked and steam distilled fresh. As a result, Rose damascena essential oil is the most costly essential oil known. An excellent way to reap the many benefits of Rose is by using Rose hydrosol or water which is a by product of the process of steam distilling the Rose petals for essential oil. There are tiny micro droplets of essential oil naturally found in the Rose hydrosol which is why it makes for the most perfect beauty product to add to your skin care and wellness ritual.

Benefits of Rose in beauty and skin care

There is more to the Rose than just it's beautiful aroma and pretty flower. There are many healthful benefits of Rose oil and Rose Hydrosol (water) that can improve your skin, hair and much more. Rose hydrosol balances the PH level of the skin and is an excellent hydrator which helps with ageing, moisturizing and helping to diminish the appearance of fine lines. Rose hydrosol is gentle enough for anyone to use including super sensitive skin while helping to reduce redness and inflammation. Excellent for acne prevention as it helps to balance the skin as well as being anti-bacterial. High in antioxidants, Rose hydrosol is rejuvenating, cell stimulating and harmonizing. The gentle intoxicating, seductive aroma of Rose hydrosol is mood transforming and skin transforming. A study conducted in Japan found that inhaling the aroma of Rose essential oil decreased the effects of chronic stress on the skin.

Rose Hydrosol can be misted on skin after cleansing for a PH balancing toner. Mist in your hair to de-frizzing as well as adding a beautiful soft scent to your hair. Mist after makeup application to set your makeup and for a dewy finish. Use as a soft perfume, linen and room spray. Mist to de-stress and enhance your mood. Makes a great flavour enhancer for a martini, or fruit juice. As you can see, Rose Hydrosol is an essential product to add to your beauty bag.

To celebrate February, the month of love, receive a complimentary 120ml bottle of Organic Bulgarian Rose Hydrosol a $30 value, with a $50 skincare purchase or gift certificate.

Xmas Bells

Wed, 02 Dec 2020 21:22:34 GMT

A Holiday Message

A Poem, written out of shear Holiday excitement, love, joy and innocence from the eyes of an 11 year old child.

Bells

Bells ring, as we sing, carols go along as we hear jingle, jingle, jingle.

One little Shake is all it takes.

A bell makes a song no one else can hear, bells ring in my ear,

some say annoying though I think not,

Jingle, jingle Kris Kringle always jolly and bright,

must love those bells all day and all night.

-Olive Rose

What a year it has been! Our heartfelt gratitude to all of our Glow family for your continued support. Without you we would not be here today. We wish you all a safe, healthy and happy holiday season and all the best for the New Year.

Energize your skin and spirit with the Gemstone collection by Eminence Organic Skincare.

Mon, 21 Sep 2020 18:24:15 GMT

Now more than ever we can all use some healing energy, good intentions and positivity. Crystal healing is a sacred, ancient practise that has become popular as people discover the boundless power of stones for improving health, wellbeing and balancing mind, body and spirit. Crystal therapy involves placing gemstones on the body to draw out negative energy.

Historical uses of Crystals and healing

The use of crystals dates back to ancient Egypt when crystals were used in magical formulas. The use of lapis lazuli, turquoise, carnelian, emerald and clear quartz were made into jewellery or carved into Amulets or good luck charms to put into graves and primarily for health and protection. Galena and Malachite were used cosmetically for make-up. The stones were ground up and used as eye shadow.

The word "crystal" comes from the Greek word for ice. The Ancient Greeks believed that clear quartz was water frozen so deeply that it remains a solid. Ancient Greeks would also carve various crystals into Amulets for health and protection. To this day the Greek culture uses crystal Amulets daily as a good luck charm.

In Ancient China, Jade was highly valued and used to bury Chinese Emperors. Jade was recognized as a kidney healing stone and was used for good luck as it is seen as a primary use today.

Today, Crystal therapy is an acceptable and is a more mainstream complimentary therapy.

We are excited to have an uplifting skin care experience infused with powerful gemstone energy!

Charcoal Exfoliating Gel Cleanser is formulated with charcoal, anti-oxidant rich Blue Matcha which is from the Blue Butterfly Pea Flower. This cleanser is supercharged with Malachite, the stone of transformation, protection and support when facing fears and overcoming personal obstacles.

Feel the heat and energize the skin with the Turmeric Energizing Treatment . This golden powder embodies Turmeric, Zeolites which naturally occur in volcanic rock. The benefits of Zeolites in skincare are to help capture and eliminate toxins and helps balance PH level in the skin. This magic golden powder to mousse (when water is added and mixed) also contains the gemstone Citrine. Citrine is the stone of light and happiness and is used in Crystal therapy to turn negative energy into positive energy inspiring creativity and allowing productivity to flow abundantly. I like to call this the "money stone".

There is no better way to finish a skincare ritual than using a beautiful solid face oil that is infused with Pink Tourmaline gemstones. The crystal of self love, inner healing and evokes a sense of peace and serenity. Unleash your inner and outer glow with the nourishing Camellia Glow Solid Face Oil . This luxurious solid face oil is blended with Camellia oil, Marula oil with essential oils of Rose, Ginger and Neroli. This solid face oil melts in your hands for a perfect application which is rich in antioxidants and helps to give a revitalized and rejuvenated look to skin .