Now through January 19, purchase a HydraFacial series, (your choice of 4 or 6 treatments) and receive a complimentary CosMedix Cell ID ($120 value).
Purchase a HydraFacial membership and receive a complimentary CosMedix Cell ID and Simply Brilliant ($170 value).
Call 512.236.1115 (Austin), 713.231.0250 (Houston), or email [email protected] to take advantage of this exciting January special.
You’ve got your cleanser, toner, your favorite serums, but your skincare routine is missing something big… Well, actually, it’s quite small: FOREO’s Luna mini. With 8,000 sonic pulsations per minute, this facial brush is essential to achieving brighter, clearer, and healthier skin. To help you make the most of your LUNA mini, we asked our 2nd Street District assistant manager, Jen, to show us how she uses her LUNA mini.
Bright, bold, and deep cleansing, FOREO is our new innovative beauty product available at all milk + honey locations. These revolutionary facial brushes are a must-have for all skin types and pair great with your OSEA or CosMedix skincare routine.
Founded in 2013, this Swedish-based company has been impacting the beauty industry with its products since its inception. In fact, for the last three years, FOREO has been racking up all kinds of awards: Best New Beauty Breakthrough from the Beauty Shortlist, Harpers Bazaar Best of the Best Awards, and NYLON’s 2015 Beauty Hit List to name a few.
Let’s meet the brushes…
Ocean, sun, earth, and atmosphere. They’re not only the four elements of nature — they’re also the principles behind vegan skincare line, OSEA. Inspired and sourced from the ocean, these products are new to the milk + honey family and are available at our 2nd Street District, Hill Country Galleria, River Oaks, and South Lamar locations, as well as online.
Most people assume that lip balms, butters, and glosses are the best way to protect your lips from sun exposure. Not so. While these options certainly nourish and hydrate your lips, a true sunscreen is what you need to avoid those harmful UVA/UVB rays. Without proper lip sunscreen protection — like our favorite from Supergoop! — you’re actually allowing more UV rays to pass through the protective barrier, causing your lips to dry out and age faster.
Supergoop! founder, Holly Thaggard, started this premium line of sunscreens after learning two frightening facts. First, skin cancer is the most common of cancer in the United States, and second, that 90% of all telltale signs of aging are due to over exposure to the sun. She decided to raise awareness about these issues and began creating sunscreens that are lightweight, never greasy, are easily absorbed, and most importantly, protect your skin. Supergoop! sunscreens have been clinically proven to neutralize free-radical agents and improve collagen production, along with reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and hyper-pigmentation. But what truly sets Supergoop! a part from the mainstream sunscreens is that its products are oxybenzone-free. Oxybenzone is a harmful chemical that has been linked to hormone distribution and cell damage.
We’re loving Supergoop! Shine On Lip Screen. Formulated with grape seed extract, it delivers antioxidant protection and fights premature signs of aging. Just apply before or after your favorite lip products. $22
Another must-have? Supergoop! Fusion Lip Balms. Available in two different scents, this product is packed with shea fruit butter to lock in moisture and acai berries to combat harmful UVA rays. $10
Shop these lip protecting products at your nearest milk + honey location.
Your beauty routine needs NuFACE. This revolutionary device gives you the dewy, fresh skin you’ve always wanted — and the best part? It’s like giving yourself spa treatments right in the the comfort of your home. Learn how to kick your skincare up a notch with us.
Friday, May 27 from 1 p.m. to 7 p.m. at our 2nd Street District location.
We’re showcasing the amazing results you’ll see when using the NuFACE. Our talented estheticians will walk you through how to use this gadget to achieve fresh, dewy skin. After your one-on-one demonstration, you’ll go home with a “credit” good for a NuFACE upgrade with your next milk + honey facial. Plus, you’ll receive a gift when you purchase any NuFACE product.
You can reserve your spot at our NuFACE party by calling 512.236.1115 or emailing [email protected] There is no deposit required for this event. Limited spots available.
From chapped lips and dry patches on your face to cracked, calloused heels, our bodies are very susceptible to winter’s colder temps. Thankfully, we’ve found a product that banishes flaky skin on your feet; enter Baby Foot. Using 17 types of natural exfoliants, Baby Foot not only peels away the dead skin cells, but simultaneously moisturizes the soles of your feet. In a nutshell, the name says it all — you’ll come away with baby soft feet. Our milk + honey Reservations Manager, Angela, swears by it and says that while it’s “a little terrifying the way it peels off, your feet will be as soft as ever.”
Baby Foot has earned rave reviews on Buzzfeed, Allure, POPSUGAR, and Refinery29, and chances are, you’ll feel the same way. That said, we must warn you — as you’ll see from the video — the path to “baby foot” is paved with some scaly, snakeskin-shedding-esque moments. Trust us, though, it’s worth it.
Pro tip: Winter is the best time to use Baby Foot because no one will be able to see your skin peel in those black booties.
You can find it all four Austin locations!
{Guest post by one of milk + honey’s expert estheticians, Bella G.}
One of the most frequent questions I receive is “how often should I get a facial?”… The thing is — there’s no standard answer. Instead, here are the factors and questions I ask to frame a response and “plan of action” for the best type of skincare for you.
What type of skin do you have?
– Someone with active, chronic acne might need to initially come more often (sometimes as much as every week in the beginning), so the esthetician can perform extractions to help stop the breakout cycle and closely monitor how the skin is doing on the prescribed at-home skincare.
– Mature skin benefits from monthly facials to stimulate circulation and remove dead skin cells that dull the complexion.
– Normal and sensitive skin types can go for longer periods, but I think all skin types should come in at least quarterly.
What’s your budget?
– I’d rather see you once a year than not at all. This gives us a chance to talk about your skin. I can answer any questions you have and can set you up with an at-home skincare regimen that meets the needs of your face and wallet.
– Choosing to invest in your skin this year? Come every month. Then we can add peels, make sure that you are on some form of vitamin A as well as an epidermal growth factor, and regularly apply micro-currents to the skin to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin.
Is there an issue you want to focus on?
– Hyper-pigmentation can be radically reduced with a series of peels spaced two to three weeks apart.
– Acne can benefit from regular extractions and an occasional peel to help purge any deep congestion.
– Just want to relax? There is something about having another person’s hands on your face, head, neck and shoulders that creates a deep state of calm. Facials are actually a great stress reliever!
I will say that the ideal is that I get to see you every month. Your outermost layer of skin (the stratum corneum) renews itself approximately every 28 days. Getting a monthly facial means that you can enjoy having a refreshed appearance immediately and better penetration of any products you are using at home. Over time, you get the benefits of having your new cells replicated by the now healthier treated cells, and all your products will work faster and more effectively. There is definitely a cumulative effect to having regular facials.
– Increases blood circulation allowing for optimal skin health.
– Decreases puffiness, sallow complexion, and detoxifies by stimulating the lymphatic system.
– Facial massage smooths fine lines and promotes collagen production.
– Cleanses pores on a deeper level, preventing the stretching and widening of pores that can happen overtime with unchecked accumulation of oil and debris.
– Helps even tone and lighten dark spots.
– Slows down the aging process.
You can’t underestimate the value of taking a little time out for yourself every so often. Energy follows thought, and what we choose to focus on can — and does — bring about real change.
From sunscreen to daily moisturizer, to a gentle (yet effective) body wash, we’ve got summer skincare on the brain. And rightfully so. With the sunny skies overhead, it’s as important as ever to apply a strong SPF, rinse off thoroughly after a long swim in the lake or the pool, and to hydrate consistently. To reinforce those summer-y feelings, we’ve selected the beauty products we can’t live without come summertime — and quite frankly, neither should you.
This post is written by one of milk + honey’s esteemed estheticians, Val P. She works at the 2nd Street District location — come say hi!
The worst of the Austin cold-snap hibernation may be over, but you know what still may be hibernating? Your body’s natural oil!
Your sebum has stayed nice and cozy in your pores all winter long. The barrage of heat and low humidity causes a pore-tightening effect that will leave the oilier skin types happy that their pores have decided to disappear, but all skin does seem to develop a new topography. As result of oil being trapped inside those teeny tiny pores, small bumps have popped up on the thinner parts of the skin, usually the forehead. Fine lines tend to linger after smiling or lifting your brows as the surface layer of the skin is not very flexible when not properly hydrated and moisturized — think paper maché.
To fix the problem before your pores unleash their fury come spring, you only need one hand and a hydrating toner. An alcohol and fragrance-free antiseptic toner with hyaluronic acid will provide water hydration to the top layers of your skin, in turn giving your face and pores some flexibility. You may use the toner throughout the day without overwhelming your skin with occlusive products, it’s more than okay to spray over makeup as well. It is not okay to put moisturizer on dry skin that hasn’t been washed, you’re just asking for additional problems. Also, make sure you’re not moisturizing dead skin cells, it’s a waste of moisturizer and creates buildup in your pores, so exfoliate one to three times weekly depending on your exfoliation method and skin type. Ideally, you should wear a heavier moisturizer, or a thin application of a hydration masque to sleep over your toner and serums, so that your skin can repair itself overnight for the day ahead without bacterial interference or dehydrating. You can cut back on the moisturizer once the weather warms, of course. If you’ve been neglecting your skin this winter then you should consider a facial with added exfoliation and hydration to get your skin glowing again. These are just a few suggestions for common post-winter skin challenges.
For a skin routine tailored to your skin, book a consultation to discuss treatment, products, and home care.
My Recommended Service:
Signature Plus Facial $145 with a Today’s Peel $50
Product Recommendations:
Mystic by Cosmedix ($36.50) This toner has a refreshing cucumber-citrus aroma and contains skin calming L-alpha bisabolol, high performance humectant Sodium PCA, precursors to hyaluronic acid L-Limonene & D-Glucuronic acid, mixed with a heavy dosage of anti-viral/ant-bacterial free radical fighting Deuterium Oxide and Witch Hazel. A perfect toner for year-round hydrating for all skin types.
Rescue Balm by Cosmedix ($44)
The delicious cherry infused hydration masque provides antioxidant, anti-inflammatory properties, and melanin suppression. Willowherb and a potent Copper Complex promote collagen and fibroblast production as well as regeneration and healing. This masque is a must have for sensitive, dry, injured, eczema, and post-procedure skin that can also be used as a moisturizer.
