July 2021 blog
Don't forget to take Time Out
Even if you don't manage to get away for your summer break, don't forget to take some time out for yourself. I'm going to try to listen to my own advice here and have a couple of days away from the salon to recharge this month. I might try to rediscover Southport - I can't remember the last time I walked along the beach or walked in the pinewoods.
We're finally getting back into the swing of things at the salon and it now feels like we've never been away ~ We're loving it!
Thanks if you've given a review recently. I've had multiple new clients this month who have said they chose Fusion because of online reviews. It's really impacting our little business.
Thanks also to those clients that have kept us safe by letting us know when there's been a risk of their being in contact with a covid-infected person. We know it's difficult to stay away from the salon, especially when you're not testing positive yourself, but we sincerely thank you for your vigilance in self-isolating. We are very aware that it could just take one infected person to shut us down again.
This month's newsletter brings you info' about our newly launched online shop and some new products and services that will hopefully keep you body beautiful for these summer months. Learn how to dry brush your skin and discover facts about SPF products.
Enjoy and I hope to see you soon
Lisa x
Massage / Skin therapy /
Facial muscle lifting /
Hair loss treatment /
Nail strengthening /
Blemish removal /
Pedicure / Waxing /
Lash & Brow lifting & tinting / Microneedling / Skin peels
Introducing Carboxy
Face & Eye treatment
The Carboxy face and eye treatment is a non-invasive treatment during which carbon dioxide gas is infused into the skin to encourage an increased flow of oxygen. This minimally invasive treatment can offer long lasting skin improvements such as:
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Reduction of dark under-eye circles
-
Tissue tightening
-
Skin brightening
-
Elastin stimulation
-
Skin regeneration
-
Improvement in circulation
-
Improved lymphoid drainage
Click the pic to read more...
Massage Corner -
Dry Brushing at Home
With its multiple benefits, dry brushing is making a big comeback
Your skin is your largest organ, so it deserves to be tended to properly. In our quest for optimum skin health we often focus on the face alone without giving much of a second thought for what we put on and do to the skin of our body.
What is Dry Skin Brushing?
It’s pretty much how it sounds. Using special hand-held brushes on dry skin to bring about a range of benefits. The brushes are made with bristles that are rigid enough to bring about benefits without causing micro-tears in your skin or causing damage.
So, what’s the big deal?
It’s easy and affordable to get started with. You just need to follow a couple of instructions for treatment to not only improve the appearance and feel of your skin, but have benefits on the deeper structures and systems of your body.
Depending on where you apply Dry Skin Brushing you can expect the following…
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Exfoliation
-
Pore cleansing
-
Improved skin condition and appearance
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Detox
-
Cellulite reducing
-
Improved blood circulation
-
Reduced water retention
-
Mood lifting
Click the pic to read on and order yours...
Skin Focus
- SPF facts & myths
SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor and relates the level of protection against the effects of UV (ultra violet) light: skin damage, pigmentation, ageing. Here are some facts and myths about SPFs.
FACT - There are two types of sunscreen: chemical and physical.
Chemical SPFs are easier to apply, don't tend to leave a residue on the skin and contain ingredients which absorb harmful radiation and dissipate it.
Physical SPFs work like a shield by sitting on the surface of the skin and, with help from ingredients such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, deflect the sun’s harmful rays.
You wont tan if you wear sunscreen
MYTH - Even if you apply sunscreen repeatedly while being in the sun, you will still get tan. If you don’t want to tan, using physical UV protection by covering up is more effective than sunscreen.
FACT - SPF products should be thrown out as soon as they pass their use by date because the chemicals in SPF products that block the sun decompose, making it ineffective.
The higher the SPF number the less often you need to reapply
MYTH - The SPF number relates to the level of protection but even SPF50 products need to be reapplied every couple of hours to ensure good sun protection.
If you are looking for a high quality SPF that is fine enough for your face, wont block your pores or irritate your skin and offers high SPF50 protection, Epionce Ultra Shield is a great choice. Available online or you can order through Fusion-Southport for a lower cost.
Click the pic to order Epionce SPF50...
July 2021 blog
Don't forget to take Time Out
Even if you don't manage to get away for your summer break, don't forget to take some time out for yourself. I'm going to try to listen to my own advice here and have a couple of days away from the salon to recharge this month. I might try to rediscover Southport - I can't remember the last time I walked along the beach or walked in the pinewoods.
We're finally getting back into the swing of things at the salon and it now feels like we've never been away ~ We're loving it!
Thanks if you've given a review recently. I've had multiple new clients this month who have said they chose Fusion because of online reviews. It's really impacting our little business.
Thanks also to those clients that have kept us safe by letting us know when there's been a risk of their being in contact with a covid-infected person. We know it's difficult to stay away from the salon, especially when you're not testing positive yourself, but we sincerely thank you for your vigilance in self-isolating. We are very aware that it could just take one infected person to shut us down again.
This month's newsletter brings you info' about our newly launched online shop and some new products and services that will hopefully keep you body beautiful for these summer months. Learn how to dry brush your skin and discover facts about SPF products.
Enjoy and I hope to see you soon
Lisa x
Massage / Skin therapy /
Facial muscle lifting /
Hair loss treatment /
Nail strengthening /
Blemish removal /
Pedicure / Waxing /
Lash & Brow lifting & tinting / Microneedling / Skin peels
Introducing Carboxy
Face & Eye treatment
The Carboxy face and eye treatment is a non-invasive treatment during which carbon dioxide gas is infused into the skin to encourage an increased flow of oxygen. This minimally invasive treatment can offer long lasting skin improvements such as:
-
Reduction of dark under-eye circles
-
Tissue tightening
-
Skin brightening
-
Elastin stimulation
-
Skin regeneration
-
Improvement in circulation
-
Improved lymphoid drainage
Click the pic to read more...
Massage Corner -
Dry Brushing at Home
With its multiple benefits, dry brushing is making a big comeback
Your skin is your largest organ, so it deserves to be tended to properly. In our quest for optimum skin health we often focus on the face alone without giving much of a second thought for what we put on and do to the skin of our body.
What is Dry Skin Brushing?
It’s pretty much how it sounds. Using special hand-held brushes on dry skin to bring about a range of benefits. The brushes are made with bristles that are rigid enough to bring about benefits without causing micro-tears in your skin or causing damage.
So, what’s the big deal?
It’s easy and affordable to get started with. You just need to follow a couple of instructions for treatment to not only improve the appearance and feel of your skin, but have benefits on the deeper structures and systems of your body.
Depending on where you apply Dry Skin Brushing you can expect the following…
-
Exfoliation
-
Pore cleansing
-
Improved skin condition and appearance
-
Detox
-
Cellulite reducing
-
Improved blood circulation
-
Reduced water retention
-
Mood lifting
Click the pic to read on and order yours...
Skin Focus
- SPF facts & myths
SPF stands for Sun Protection Factor and relates the level of protection against the effects of UV (ultra violet) light: skin damage, pigmentation, ageing. Here are some facts and myths about SPFs.
FACT - There are two types of sunscreen: chemical and physical.
Chemical SPFs are easier to apply, don't tend to leave a residue on the skin and contain ingredients which absorb harmful radiation and dissipate it.
Physical SPFs work like a shield by sitting on the surface of the skin and, with help from ingredients such as zinc oxide and titanium dioxide, deflect the sun’s harmful rays.
You wont tan if you wear sunscreen
MYTH - Even if you apply sunscreen repeatedly while being in the sun, you will still get tan. If you don’t want to tan, using physical UV protection by covering up is more effective than sunscreen.
FACT - SPF products should be thrown out as soon as they pass their use by date because the chemicals in SPF products that block the sun decompose, making it ineffective.
The higher the SPF number the less often you need to reapply
MYTH - The SPF number relates to the level of protection but even SPF50 products need to be reapplied every couple of hours to ensure good sun protection.
If you are looking for a high quality SPF that is fine enough for your face, wont block your pores or irritate your skin and offers high SPF50 protection, Epionce Ultra Shield is a great choice. Available online or you can order through Fusion-Southport for a lower cost.
Click the pic to order Epionce SPF50...
August 2021 blog
It's been hot hot hot in the salon. The heated treatment couches have been turned down and I've had my wall fan on full speed for most of July. Whilst the poor hairdressing team are sweltering with dryers in hand, our downstairs treatment rooms have been a sanctuary for getting away from the heat.
I've been reading about how we're set to see a new trend in stripping back the multitude of ingredients in our beauty and skin products. I'm feeling quite proud that Fusion's been ahead of 'the game' regarding this - I've been saying for a long time that many products (both high end and high-street brands) have so many ingredients that adverse skin reactions and long-term sensitivity are becoming more common.
August's update is full of tips and goodies to spoil yourself with. Find out about skin purging, ease your upper back tension, meet the latest member of the Fusion team, stock up on some skin care through our online shop and book a treat. A perfect excuse to put your feet up for half an hour.
Enjoy and we'll see you very soon
Lisa x
Massage / Skin therapy /
Facial muscle lifting /
Hair loss treatment /
Nail strengthening /
Blemish removal /
Pedicure / Waxing /
Lash & Brow lifting & tinting / Microneedling / Skin peels /
Diabetes foot care (NEW) /
Gel nail extensions and overlays (NEW)
Growing the Fusion Family
We are delighted to introduce Viktoriya who is a foot health practitioner, qualified through the Institute of Chiropodist and Podiatrists.
Viktoriya is available Thursdays and Fridays for all your foot health concerns and also offers nails treatments:
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Gel nail extensions
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Builder Gel nails to provide hard protective covering for your natural nails
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Manicure
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Shellac / Gel nails and removal
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Foot Health Services including:
- Diabetes foot health service
- Foot strapping /padding
- Fungal foot and nail treatment
- Callus and corn removal
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Pedicure
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Reflexology
Call, message or click Viktoriya's photo to book your appointment online...
August Offers
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Mouth watering chocolate lime body exfoliation (only available till end of Aug)
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Free nail art when booking a manicure with Viktoriya on Thurs/Fri
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25% off clinical LED light therapy £18.75 - for spot prone /inflammed skin / weak skin / anti-aging
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Free microcurrent muscle lifting eye treatment with any facial service booked for August
Click the pic to book online
Fusion's online store
The second addition to Fusion's in-house formulated skin care. Kiss it Better skin healer is a tiny pot of magic which promotes softening and repair of skin that is struggling to heal itself.
Safe for use on irritated skin, dermatitis and eczema, this tiny tub of goodness can even be applied to the eye area and lips.
It simply calms and softens... but amazingly well so that your own skin is able to do its job of repairing itself.
Ingredients include: azulene and paraffin
Introductory price: £3.75 (5ml)
Message us, pick one up from the salon or click pic' to order online...
Skin Focus - Skin Purging
So you’ve had a new facial or started using a new skin product and within a day or two you notice your skin feels uneven and maybe looks worse than before. You may have had an adverse reaction but if we look more closely at what’s happening in your skin it’s more likely your skin is 'purging'.
Skin purging occurs when a product or process speeds up skin cell reproduction and can lead to tiny open or closed lumps that usually appear as white heads. Ingredients such as retinoids (vitamin A), Hydroxy-acids, chemical peels and micro-needling can prompt skin to purge. It can last from as little as 4 days to 6 weeks but on average is two weeks. You can continue to use the products or treatment as purging occurs only in the initial stages of your skin being exposed to new things.
Whilst skin purging isn’t necessarily an adverse reaction and can be seen as a positive thing, care needs to be taken to avoid the skin having a breakout of spots due to the purging. Avoid anything aggressive (such as exfoliators) or over-stimulating on your skin while your skin rebalances and avoid touching and picking at the skin. If your skin was irritated or weak before the purging you should look to use products that contain ceramides and hyaluronic acid in a non-oily base. Salon LED treatment can also be highly beneficial during recovery.
Some treatments actually work through purging so it’s important to understand that it can be part and parcel of getting the best results for your skin.
If you have any concerns about your skin get in touch or book a skin consultation (free of charge) to get some honest transparent guidance.
Clinical grade LED treatment also available (see this month's special offers)
Click to book online...
Massage Corner -
Rhomboid Muscles &
Upper Back Pain
I see the same issues coming into the treatment room on a regular basis and over the next few months I'm going to address some of the most common complaints, the potential causes and what you can do to help your muscles and joints get back into shape.
This month I’m focusing on the rhomboid muscles, found between your shoulder blades. These pesky blighters, when damaged, are responsible for a lot of upper back problems. The most common symptom of rhomboid issues is discomfort between the shoulder blades or just above, towards the top of the back.
If you’ve been asked you to pop your hand behind your back during a back massage your therapist will be addressing rhomboid muscle tension. Massage is one of the best treatments for rhomboid damage especially if it includes infrared or heat treatment, but must only be applied once any initial inflammation has reduced.
Click the pic to read more about causes, symptoms and what you can do to help th ehealing process....