SPA TALK, Speranzi

Did you know suntan damage comes from invisible light?
16 May 2012 12:43

What causes the redness of the skin? What causes the dark spots? When to use sunscreen? Is sun block better than sunscreen? Is being in the shade safer than being in the sun? Did you know that there are over one million new cases of skin cancer that are reported and diagnosed annually? That means one in five Americans will have skin cancer and 90 percent of those cancers are direct result of exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Tanning beds are just as damaging and the outdoor sun exposure. UV rays penetrate into the skin and can stimulate cancer cells to start growing. To be fair, reasonable amount of sun exposure is beneficial. Natural sunlight has a tremendously positive effect on our mood and self esteem. It is also a source of Vit D production. UV exposure can be used to treat depression, psoriasis, and acne. Exposure to UV rays stimulates the skin's production of melanin, which is very healthy because it helps to protect the skin from further damage. However, when the tan gets too deep, it may look sexy but this is the first sign that the skin is "under attack", it tries to protect itself at maximum level and at some point it gives up. That largely depends on your skin tone and skin condition. If you are fair and blue eye person you should never get to this point. Such exposure is going to cause major damage to your cells which will become visible in about 10 years from the first burn. With each sun burn the risk of developing skin cancer is increased by 10%. Deep tanning is never healthy even if it looks healthy. Sunlight is a part of the electromagnetic spectrum. About 35 percent is visible light, 60 percent is infrared radiation, and 5 percent is made up of UV rays. UV wavelengths range from 200nm to 400nm and are further divided as follows: UVC rays are blocked by ozone in the atmosphere and never reaches the earth. UVB rays or burning rays and are the UV radiation wavelengths most responsible for causing redness while tanning. Redness or Erythema is used to measure the effectiveness of Sun Protection Factor or SPF. An SPF 2 blocks 50 percent of UVB rays, which allows you to stay in the sun twice as long as you would be able to without any protection. Increasing the SPF increases the protection. An SPF 15 blocks 93.3 percent of UVB and an SPF of 30 blocks 96.9 percent of UVB. Notice that doubling the SPF does not double the protection it allows for longer exposure time. So the SPF 15% may protect you 93.3% for one hour, the SPF 30 will protect you 96.9% for 2 hours. So there is never a 100% protection, use caution at all times and when you feel you had too much sun use a shade as an alternative. UVA is sometimes called as "black light" penetrates the deepest. UVA contributes to chronic sun damage. Make sure the sunscreen you use contains both UVB and UVA protection. Approved UVA sunscreens include: avobenzone, benzophenone-3, oxybenzone, octocrylene, menthyl anthranilate, butylmethoxydibenzoylmethane, and zinc oxide. In general organic sunscreens protect the skin by absorbing the UV rays, and inorganic sunscreens physically reflect the UV rays. Traditionally organic sunscreens may be healthier but there is a limit to what they can do for you. Don't expose your skin to a direct light if you use the organic source of protection. FYI, even if you are driving you are exposed to the UV rays that are reflected from the windshield. If you use organic SPF you may become red quickly as the body is trying to absorb the UV rays, but if you use inorganic sunscreens your potential for skin irritation is less due to reflective factor of those SPF's. Important Fact: UV light or UV rays are invisible and not really light at all. They are invisible. Since you can't see the UV rays just knowing that will require that you use sun screen even on cloudy days. What's the alternative to tanning? Self-tanning products simulate a beautiful tan, although they last only a few days you can reapply it every 2 days to keep the tan throughout the whole summer! For more information about a great tanning alternative or to repair visible sun damage call Speranzi Facial Spa at 201 301 0739 or visit www.facialspa.mobi to tap and dial on the go.

OutRun The Sun Quiz
5 May 2012 12:02

Did you know?
Skin Cancer Quiz

Overexposure to sun can cause wrinkles.
5 May 2012 11:39

Overexposure to UV rays can cause
wrinkles and premature aging, skin
cancer, cataracts, and immune system
suppression.
Many factors influence the strength of
UV rays: UV light is stronger in the
summer, at higher altitudes, and in
areas closer to the equator. It's also
stronger at midday, from 10 a.m. to 4
p.m., when the sun is directly overhead.
The new UV index ranges from 0-11
with guidelines as follows:
0-2: low.
Minimal exposure for the average
person, but watch for reflected UV from
snow and water.
3-5: moderate.
Stay in the shade during midday.
Cover-up outside.
6-7: high.
Wear a hat, sunglasses, and a sunscreen
with a minimum sun protection factor
(SPF) of 15. Avoid midday sun.
8-10: very high.
Take extra precautions, and avoid
midday sun. Wear protective clothing.
11: extreme.
Take all precautions, seek shade, and
avoid midday sun. If possible, stay
indoors.
As part of its daily forecast, the National
Weather Service publishes the UV index
for each area of the country. Go to
www.epa.gov/sunwise/uvindex.html and
enter your zip code to find your UV
index for the day. The Weather
Channel, as well as most local TV
stations, include the UV index in their
weather forecast. It can also be found at
www.weather.com.
For a detailed description of the UV
index, or for more information on sun
protection, visit www.epa.gov/sunwise. Find out more about the sun tanning and how to protect your skin by visiting Speranzi Facial Spa www.speranzi.com

New season. New facial treatments.
29 Apr 2012 13:55

You are invited to Powerful You! Women's Network
27 Apr 2012 15:26

Searching to surround yourself with the right group of  people? You can find support and encouragement in Powerful You!
Visit www.powerfulyou.com for local chapter near you.

What do you think?
25 Apr 2012 15:39

Allergies can affect the way the skin around the eyes appears during the spring season. So don't panic, just help yourself.

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What do you think?
25 Apr 2012 03:52

Dark circles under eyes and its causes
21 Apr 2012 00:16

If you have to name one thing that makes you look older, what would that be? Wrinkles, gray hair, sagging neck or dark circles?
Surprisingly, it is the dark circles under your eyes. Dark circles usually indicate lack of sleep.Although this can be a good reason for showing dark circles under eyes other problems such as
 1.Heredity
 2.Illness or smoking/drinking(lack of oxygen) 
 3.Sinus problems, allergies(can create puffiness and dark hollows under the eyes)
 4.Skin aging (thinning of the skin makes blood vessels more visible)
 From my own experience none of the lotions and potions work; what does work is a face lift massage that stimulates circulation and flashes the stagnant blood by lightening the dark circles under the eyes.
Face Massage may involve more work than placing a dot of quick-fix  under the eye, the face massage offers results because it in just a short 30 min facial treatment the blood and lymphatic circulation is stimulated enough to flash the toxins and the stagnant blood out from under the eyes.
Speranzi Facial Spa specializes in those Dark Circle/Face Lift  Massage treatments and as long as you learn how to do=it-at-home you can maintain the results at home you'll keep the dark circles under control. Regular monthly facial treatment is recommended.
DIY dark circle treatment at home: peel very thin slice of raw and cold potato(keep it in the fridge) and aply 2 slices to each eye. Press gently the under eye area, turn over the slice and repeat one more time. This process should take no longer than 5 min. Enjoy!
Call Yolanda for a professional dark circle treatment today at 201 301 0739 or visit www.speranzi.com/diy.

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14 Apr 2012 22:15

Solve Aging Skin Problems Naturally
14 Apr 2012 21:58

What to get for her for Mother's Day?
14 Apr 2012 20:26

Men love to know what it is that you want to get for Special Day!

Overnight Mother's Nature Sneak Attack
9 Apr 2012 13:54

One day we go to bed looking “young and restless” and wake up the next morning looking 10 years older. How is this possible? Is it possible? Can we fix it? The answer to all of those questions is Yes.The most important change that should be implemented is daily cleansing and moisturizing routine. Using sun screen daily and making sure the products used are targeted to your skin type. Even if you elect surgery when you skin is parched from sun damage or shows deep expression lines it will show after the skin is stretched. Skin tightening and sagging correction will get fixed but your overall complexion will not. So repair the damage before any anti aging treatment you choose to follow. Even if you are looking for dramatic re-facing it has to start at the bottom of the pyramid with corrections and additions every couple of weeks. It’s best to have a skin care professional experienced in anti aging skin guide you through the confusing process of right product selection and light skin exercise program. Face lift massage technique offered at our clinic can deliver the natural results you are looking for. Call 201 301 0739 or visit www.speranzi.com/diy today and learn how to beat-the-clock without invasive treatments.

He Is Risen
8 Apr 2012 03:56

Mother's Day Special
8 Apr 2012 03:40

Mother's Day Dream Special
8 Apr 2012 03:33

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4 Apr 2012 13:48

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Do-It-Yourself Sagging Chin Lift
3 Apr 2012 13:20

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One simple reason skin sags is that the muscle get lax as we age. The best way to prevent sagging is to tighten these muscles with facial exercises. Not only the  skin will look rosier from increased circulation but your jaw line will look great!
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Here is Jaw Firming Exercise:

Repeat the process as often as you’d like over the course of the day ( I do this routine while driving to and from work)
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For more tips go to www.speranzi.com/diy

Speranzi Mature Skin Care Products
3 Apr 2012 12:20

What do you think?
29 Mar 2012 23:23

Alternative to Botox and Alternative to Waxing at Speranzi.

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New Local Business will Offer you Natural Way to Treat Your Face - Local News for Montclair, Caldwell, North Caldwell, and West Caldwell
29 Mar 2012 23:11

New Local Business will Offer you Natural Way to Treat Your Face - Local News for Montclair, Caldwell, North Caldwell, and West Caldwell

Before and After Oxygen Infusion at Speranzi Facial Spa
29 Mar 2012 13:47

Oxygen is Life!
26 Mar 2012 14:29

Oxygen Infusion treatment at Speranzi Facial Spa offers a quick and effective solution to a dewy and plumper complexion.

Spring Is Here: Grand Opening at Speranzi
23 Mar 2012 12:36

Results Oriented Facials

Speranzi Facial Spa new home
23 Mar 2012 02:34

How often do you think of your face?
23 Feb 2012 00:54