UV and your skin

Now that the sun is higher in the sky, a lot of people quite rightly reach for sun protection cream. However, it is not just on lovely summers days that you risk skin damage from the sun. Even on cloudy autumn and spring days, your skin could be harmed by UVB from the sun. So, always wear a sun cream with an spf of at least 15. Sustained use of this will help prevent lines and wrinkles.

Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics - Training to use Bridal Makeup

Debbie Locke Health and Beauty uses and sells Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics. These are hypoallergenic and suit the most sensitive of skins.

We have been doing this for over eight years; consequently we are a venue for Jane Iredale when they want to do some training. Today, we have had beauty therapists from all over the South West learning to use the makeup for brides for their big day.

We offer full Bridal Packages which include hair, makeup and nails.

Learning the basics, using each other as guinea pigs!

Looking at bridal magazines to assess the best colours and to check what is fashionable

Having fun, preparing to do the hair. Lovely to see smiling faces!

Deep in though.

Beginning to try some hair styles.

A pretend bride! Makeup using Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics

A clearer view of her eye makeup

Eczema and Skin Care

Eczema is a common and often chronic condition of the skin that is seen as severe dryness, itching, and sometimes, cracks in the skin.

Eczema is often worse in the winter and is frequently located on the back and lower legs. Eczema is found in all age groups, with children and the elderly the most common sufferers. There is not a cure for eczema and treatment is focused on treating the symptoms like itching and dryness.

Treatment for eczema often includes topical steroids and plenty of moisturisers. People with eczema are taught to avoid fragrances due to the increased sensitivity of the skin from the dryness and cracks. People suffering from eczema should be evaluated to rule out other problems that look like and act like eczema.

In the Spa, we can use colour products that gently soothe and cover skin problems like rosacea, acne, hyperpigmentation, eczema and psoriasis. Our Jane Iredale powders are great for menopausal women with hot flushes! Water and heat resistant! Swim care free for up to 80 minutes! Use as sun protection, even after cosmetic surgery or facial peels.

Known as The Skin Care Makeup, the Jane Iredale makeup line is so safe and beneficial to use that it is recommended by Plastic Surgeons and Dermatologists throughout the world. Jane Iredale's "Beauty with Benefits" combines the most up-to-date colours with skin-care benefits that conventional makeup can only envy:

You can buy Jane Iredale Mineral Cosmetics through our online shop.

• will not block pores
• Virtually no allergy risk
• Broad-spectrum UVB and UVA protection - SPF 20
• Anti-inflammatory, helps to calm and soothe irritated skin
• Very water resistant rating by an approved FDA labs in the US
• Complete coverage for skin conditions like acne, rosacea and redness following treatments like chemical peels and laser resurfacing
• Contains no fillers
• Composed of inert minerals that cannot support bacteria
• Environmentally aware and not tested on animals

Caring for your toenails - preventing ingrowing toenails

We all want healthy feet that look good, especially in the summer. One condition that a lot of people get is ingrowing toenails.

The most common cause of ingrowing toenails is incorrect trimming of the nail. Leaving sharp corners, trimming too closely to the skin, or leaving the edges of the nail with a ragged finish is inviting problems.

The correct way to trim your toenail is to trim the nail straight across, following the natural shape of the nail, then file gently to leave a smooth edge and ease off any sharp corners.

Waxing

Before having your waxing in the salon, remember NOT to apply body lotion, swim or have a bath/shower. The reasons for this are the body lotion will not allow the hairs to be picked up completely; bathing, showering or swimming will result in the skin being softened, retaining water, resulting in 'skinning' during waxing, leaving the treated area sore and red.

Waxing needs to be carried out by a highly-skilled, competent beauty therapist. Debbie Locke Health and Beauty Spa would only recommend this approach; many of our clients have come in to the Spa following terrible 'home disasters'.

Caring for your skin

The skin on our face has to be the most visible and therefore the most precious to us! Always make sure you cleanse your face at least twice before going to, to remove all traces of makeup. Make sure you use a cleanser that has been designed to remove makeup. Rinse your face using clear warm water and then use a soft towel to gently dry your skin, using a patting action rather than rubbing. Then, when you wake in the morning, your face will be lovely and fresh and ready for the new day.

Pedicures and Manicures

New Summer Colours on a Three Week Pedicure - Neon is  in!

Three Week Artistic Manicure, ready for our lovely client's holiday!

Dry Skin on your face?

Always try and use non-alcohol based products on the face as these can be very drying and can open the skin to infection. If dry skin on the face is a problem, Matis Facial such as Youth Response Facial would be an excellent solution.

Semi Permanent Eyebrows and a Beautiful Manicure

Semi Permanent Eye Brows - these will look great for up to 8 years;  this  photo was taken directly after the treatment. You get two complimentary top-ups.

Before  our luxury manicure........

...and after!! Beautifully manicured nails, created by Aimee and Gemma

Beautfiful Eyes

 Fine lashes which clog easily. If you have fine eye lashes and more than one layer of mascara causes them to 'clog', making the lashes look sparse, then you need to avoid a mascara that is based on fibres. With a non-fibrous mascara, you can confidently use several layers to give lashes a good build up, making them more substantial in appearance as well as a glamorous look.

Don't forget to visit our website for more information about the health and beauty treatments we offer.

Manicures and Baby Fish

Amy did a fantastic manicure for the lovely Lucy today. It is an Artistic three week manicure.

The garra ruffa fish pedicure fish have had babies!

Hair Styling

Hair extensions by our Hair Dresser Holly, to add volume and layers

Hannah has had a complete restyle, full-head foils with three colours, £85

Minx Foil Nails for a clients wedding day.

A complete restyle, three colours, full head foils, £85

Debbie Locke Health and Beauty Spa at The Grange