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milk + honey and a Nose Waxing with Adored Austin

May 1, 2013

Indiana Adams of Adored Austin had a problem. milk + honey solved it.

Indiana is representing Austin in the Mrs. Texas Pageant. When it was time for a waxing, she knew who to call. In her post “And one time my friends staged an intervention…” she talks about her nose hair troubles, including being a recipient of a nose hair trimmer from a boyfriend. Here is an excerpt …

This morning I had my first set of Mrs. Austin headshots taken, and on Wednesday night I was horrified to notice that, once again, my nose hairs were out of control. Thankfully, yesterday morning, the dear folks at Milk + Honey Spa squeezed me in for an early appointment, and believe it or not, but I fell in love with nose hair waxing even more!

Indiana Adams

Read the rest of the Adored Austin article here.

For all of your waxing needs, call 512.236.1115 and view our full milk + honey spa Waxing Menu. There are also a limited number of waxing treatments available at SALON by milk + honey.

Products

CosMedix Discover Results Regimen now available at milk + honey

May 1, 2013

discoverresultsCosMedix Discover Results Regimen is now avaialble at milk + honey for $109.

A rejuvenating collection of anti-aging products for more youthful-looking skin.
Get ready to transform your skin like never before. Discover Results features four all-time CosMedix bestsellers proven to visibly renew and protect the skin’s appearance. This daily regimen uses highly purified natural ingredients that work with the skin to smooth, hydrate and brighten without irritation. Gentle enough for all skin types and concerns.

Discover Results includes:
*Benefit Clean: this gentle cleanser calms and protects the skin while aggressively targeting harmful free radicals. Net Wt. 100ml
*Defy: using three natural alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs), Defy gently exfoliates for a smooth, more youthful finish. Net Wt. 30g
*Pure C: this unique Vitamin C powder mixes with any cream or serum to help brighten and firm the skin’s appearance. Net Wit. 8g
*Hydrate +: this light, daily antioxidant moisturizer hydrates the skin and shields it from sun exposure. Net Wt. 30g

New Spa Partisans

Welcome Esthetician Kim

May 1, 2013

KimPlease join us in welcoming our newest esthetician Kim to our Hill Country Galleria team!

Kim loves absolutely everything having to do with skin care, from the ingredients and how they affect the skin to the healing aspects of the spa.

Her favorite beauty tip is that beauty is from the inside out, let your inner light shine through and you will glow. Also use vitamin E oil and an oat + honey scrub weekly, this will help your inner shine.

Make an appointment with Kim to have her help your inner beauty shine through at Hill Country Galleria, 512.236.1115.

New Spa Partisans

Welcome New Stylist Krystal

April 26, 2013

photo (9)We are very excited to welcome our newest stylist, Krystal, to our SALON by milk + honey Arboretum Market team! You can meet all of our milk + honey stylists right here — Our Team. Krystal’s rates are $65 for women’s cuts, and $45 for men’s cuts.

Krystal has been a licensed stylist since 2002. She has made her mark in the styling business. Starting as an apprentice in Denver, Krystal has mastered the art of Aveda cuts, colors, and makeup applications. She has participated in several fashion shows and fundraising events, as well as becoming an educator. She is highly talented in listening to her clients wants and needs, creating a modern twist on classic looks. Krystal has been an educator for several product lines as well as developing a sought after apprentice program in Colorado. When she is not behind the chair, you can find her exploring her new home in Austin! Krystal is located at our Arboretum salon.

Stop by SALON by milk + honey Arboretum Market for a quick consultation or call us to set up an appointment, 512.236.1115.

Products

CosMedix Explains: Getting the Most out of Vitamin C

April 25, 2013

milk + honey is proud to carry CosMedix products, and the following article is just one reason why. CosMedix takes the time, and gives you the knowledge about their product Pure C. We sell Pure C at our three locations, and our online store. More articles are available here from CosMedix.

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Getting the Most out of Vitamin C

purecIt’s no secret that vitamin C is a skincare powerhouse. From fighting harmful free radicals to creating a visibly brighter appearance, the topical benefits of this super-nutrient have been proven many times over. However, despite its myriad uses, vitamin C nevertheless poses a challenge for skincare companies. Its hydrophilic nature means it degrades quickly in aqueous solutions—an Achilles heel for an industry dominated by liquid and cream-based products.

As an antioxidant, vitamin C reduces the oxidative damage to cells (including skin cells) by neutralizing free radicals in the body. It’s also required for the conversion of procollagen to collagen—the protein group responsible for the skin’s structural integrity. While most vitamin C comes from dietary sources, its benefits are diffused throughout the body when taken internally. Topical application more directly affects the skin—but only if a substantial concentration reaches the desired location without degrading.

For most skincare brands, some degree of degradation is an acceptable—even inevitable—part of product development. Customers expect serums, creams and lotions, and meeting these expectations—even at the cost of ingredient integrity—is often easier (and cheaper) than offering potent alternatives that challenge customer perceptions. However, despite such challenges, one company has done just that.

CosMedix has built a reputation for rethinking the way products are packaged and even delivered to the skin. From molecular purification to cutting-edge ingredient encapsulation, the Atlanta-based company has developed novel ways of solving skincare’s biggest challenges. Their answer to the problem of vitamin C takes advantage of a purification technology that allows the synthesis of vitamin C into its purest powder form.

Made of 100 percent, pure L-Ascorbic Acid, in a unique, crystal form, Pure C preserves this key nutrient’s potency for maximum effect. The result is a highly concentrated powder that mixes with any serum or cream to dramatically enhance its brightening, antioxidant and anti-aging benefits. By delaying liquid interaction until the moment of application, Pure C sidesteps the issue of prolonged breakdown within a liquid formula to deliver the highest concentration of vitamin C possible to the skin.

As a powder, Pure C also allows users to incorporate vitamin C into their existing regimens. For instance, a person battling hyperpigmentation might mix it with a brightening serum, like Simply Brilliant, for added spot reduction. Someone concerned with premature aging might add several crystals to a firming serum or exfoliating cream, like Affirm or Serum 16 respectively.

By combining maximum potency with user customization, it’s no wonder that Pure C is a perennial bestseller. For CosMedix, the success of its innovative vitamin powder is proof positive that thinking outside of the box—or bottle—pays off.

Promotions and Celebrations

milk + honey’s Mother’s Day 2013 Makeover Contest

April 24, 2013

Want to thank your mother for everything that she’s done for you?

milk + honey is proud to announce their Mother’s Day Makeover Contest. Your mom (or mother figure) deserves to be treated like a queen, and that is exactly what milk + honey will do.

Three winners will be chosen to receive a head-to-toe makeover.

We had such a great time with our Mother’s Day Makeover last year (check out winners Robin, Mary Lisa, and Rebecca), we can’t wait to do it again.

Mother's Day Makeover winner Nanette from 2011.

Mother’s Day Makeover winner Nanette from 2011.

milk + honey’s Mother’s Day Makeover winners will receive the following: m + h Manicure/Pedicure, Cut + Color, Makeup Application, and a goodie bag filled with our favorite milk + honey products. We want to know why your mom should be selected. Fill out of form below by Thursday May 9, and winners will be announced Friday May 10.

The contest is closed. Thank you to everyone who entered. Click here to see the winners.

New Spa Partisans

Welcome Stylist Brandy

April 22, 2013

BrandyWe are very excited to welcome our newest stylist, Brandy, to our milk + honey Hill Country Galleria team! You can meet all of our milk + honey stylists right here — Our Team. Brandy’s rates are $65 for women’s cuts, and $45 for men’s cuts.

Brandy moved to back to Austin in June of 2012, but has always considered Austin “home” since she has moved back and forth between here and her hometown of Ft. Worth Texas.

Brandy has been a licensed stylist since 2002 but feels like she had been a stylist since birth. She feels hair is her medium and found out very quickly that she could never see herself doing anything else. She loves continuing education and has been a licensed instructor since 2010. She has taught at Ogle Hair School Aveda, and is a gold key Kevin.Murphy educator.

Her favorite beauty tip that she tells her daughters everyday: Do not pull on your face skin. Your skin is like a rubber band. The more you wear it out the looser it becomes.

Stop by SALON by milk + honey Hill Country Galleria for a quick consultation or call us to set up an appointment, 512.236.1115.

Events

CosMedix Peel Party at 2nd Street District, May 7th

April 22, 2013

What: CosMedix Peel Party
When: May 7th, 6pm-9pm
Where: 2nd Street District

nufaceWe’re hosting another Peel Party. This is a great way to be introduced to the power of the peel. We are featuring our Pomegranate Brightening treatment. Our talented estheticians will treat you to an informative skin analysis and a customized 20-minute peel. This exfoliating treatment is perfect for first peel clients and peel pros alike. It gently eliminates dead skin cells leaving skin with a polished, smooth texture and a bright fresh appearance. Reserve your spot today for $50. This price includes our Pomegranate Brightening treatment (regularly $95) and a $15 credit towards CosMedix products. (Peel and credit must be redeemed at the party. Cancellation policy applies.) For every $50 in CosMedix products you spend, you will receive a gift with purchase!

Expert Esthetician Rikki Stevens from CosMedix will be on hand to conduct consultations and discuss skin care regimes for all skin types. We will also have sparkling wine and some sweet treats. Peel Parties are always better with friends, so pass the word around. Call 512.236.1115 to reserve your spot now.

New Spa Partisans

Welcome New Makeup Artist Shelly

April 18, 2013

Shelly2013SALON by milk + honey 2nd Street District is excited to bring a new makeup artist to our team!

Shelly moved to Austin in 2006 and fell in love with the city. She left briefly to experience Seattle but quickly realized Austin was her home.

Shelly has an extensive background in the cosmetic/skin care industry. While she was in Seattle she obtained her Estheticians license. Shelly feels the role of Makeup Artist is a natural compliment to her skill set. She really enjoys the transformation process of enhancing someone’s natural features without masking them. Shelly is a strong believer that a makeup application done expertly can take a faint image and bring it into beautiful focus.

Come see Shelly at our 2nd Street District salon at 100A Guadalupe Street on Saturdays or call 512.236.1115 to make an appointment during the week!

Products

Essential Stretches (You’ll Actually Use) now available at milk + honey

April 18, 2013

strech1“Essential Stretches (You’ll Actually Use)” is now available at milk + honey for $15.95.

This book includes over 30 key stretches for common areas of tightness and tension. It is also color coded by body region with clear photographs and simple instructions and includes answers to frequently asked questions about muscles and stretching.

This compact and complete guide to stretching has been designed for EVERY body, by providing support in creating and maintaining a general stretching program. Written by John Gifford, owner of Motionwise, and provider of massage and hands-on muscle care for over 24 years. He also has extensive training and certification in Bonnie Prudden Myotherapy and Exercise Therapy . The small size makes it easy to integrate into your lifestyle…throw it in a gym bag, purse or desk drawer.

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