Botanical Skin Resurfacing -Canton, Michigan

Facials are a vital part of healthy skin. You may need something more powerful than your standard product. AVEDA’s Botanical Skin Resurfacing is AVEDA’s version of microdermabrasion. It is more gentle on your skin. You will see your pore size diminish greatly. Your skin will look more bright! AVEDA’s Botanical Skin Resurfacing Treatment may help reduce fine lines. Stop in Ashka Salon Spa today to book yours!

Why Should You Pick AVEDA’s Botanical Skin Resurfacing Treatment?

Microdermabrasion actually removes the skin’s top layer. This causes the skin to believe it is injured. Due to the mild injury, healthy skin cells rush to the top layer of skin. After this appointment you will experience redness and irritation. There are many other symptoms that can last up to 4 days!

AVEDA’s Botanical Skin Resurfacing Treatment is less invasive. It bumps exfoliation to the next level. However, there is little redness. Without the irritation, you can even get AVEDA’s Botanical Skin Resurfacing Treatment on your lunch break at Ashka Salon Spa! (You will go back to work with no make up though!)

Scientifically Tested, AVEDA’s Botanical Skin Resurfacing improves in the following categories:

– 24% Radiance

– 39% Clarity

– 28% Smoothness

– 29% Pore Appearance Reduction

What to Expect During Your Botanical Skin Resurfacing

After you call Ashka Salon Spa to set up your service, you are in for a real treat. In your facial, you will receive an experience. You get a scalp, hand arm, foot, and face massage. Your face will be cleansed and toned with AVEDA products.

All of Ashka Salon Spa’s facials are completely custom. Depending on what your skin needs, our skin artists will make it perfect. No matter what your concern in, we can give you a plan to help. Call today to set up your Botanical Skin Resurfacing with one of our skilled technicians at Ashka Salon Spa!

Brilliant Humectant by AVEDA-Featured Product

AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant is a great tool for curly hair! If you have curly locks, this will give you the shine and moisture you’re looking for!

Like all AVEDA product, Brilliant Humectant Pomade has many useful botanicals. These include certified organic flax seed and aloe, as well as kelp. The flax seed is used for natural hold. The aloe is to help tame frizz while conditioning. The kelp is used to help moisten the hair.

As an added bonus, AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade packaging is 100% post consumer recycled.

Curly Hair – What’s the Deal?

Your genes are the reason behind those great curls of yours! At one point in time, it was thought that the hair shaft was responsible for the texture of your hair. More recently it has been found that the shape of your hair follicle is actually the cause! Curly hair’s follicle is an elongated oval shape. It grows out of the head at a sharp angle.

Curly hair often tends to be drier then straight hair. This is due to the fact that your scalp’s natural oils can move down the shaft of straight hair easier than curly hair.Everyone wants shiny hair because shiny hair means healthy hair. Straight hair tends to naturally have more shine because light reflects off of it. Curly hair however absorbs the light making it less shiny.

How to Use AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade

Styling curly hair can be very tricky. Many people tend to fight their curls rather than accept them. One reason for this is not knowing how to make curls work. By using the correct products such as AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade, you will begin to love your curls!

Step 1: Wash with AVEDA’s Be Curly Shampoo and Conditioner or Co-Wash.

Step 2: Dry and Style with a Diffuser.

Step 3: Apply a small amount of AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade to palms and rub together to emulsify. Apply evenly through dry hair.

Pro-tip: Glide fingertips over areas where you want to eliminate fly aways and add brilliant shine.

Why Does Ashka Salon Spa Love AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade?

Evelyn, Senior Stylist and Training Manager: AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade is awesome for taming frizz and fly-aways on highly textured hair and adds shine and moisture to curls.

Lisa, Master Hair Stylist and Owner: AVEDA’s Brilliant Humectant Pomade is one the most amazing products! It transforms curly hair in to shiny, bouncy, non frizzy locks in just seconds. Also smells incredible. It is a must have for curly hair!

During our Season of Savings we have product deals through 2015! Stop in on a Sunday for a service and receive a 15% OFF your own AVEDA Brilliant Humectant Pomade.

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Salon Spa Gift Cards – A PERFECT GIFT!

Salon spa gift cards are great all times of the year. As we enter into the gift giving season, you should buy one from Ashka Salon Spa! Loved ones will rave about this great gift.

Season of Savings – Salon Spa Gift Cards

Through our Season of Savings you can get the most for your money when buying salon spa gift cards. Every Saturday until Dec. 25 receive a FREE $20 Bonus Card when you buy a $100 Ashka Salon Spa Gift Card. These Bonus cards are valid on services valued at $40 or more. The Bonus Card can also only be used January 2 – February 28, 2016.

If you have all of your shopping done, you can still benefit from this great deal by buying a gift card for yourself to use! As a reminder, you are only eligible for the bonus card if you use the salon spa gift card on a future appointment.

Why Buy Your Salon Spa Gift Cards at Ashka Salon Spa?

Our salon spa gift cards are given with a dollar value. This way the gift card holder can use it toward service, AVEDA, tax or gratuity.

Ashka Salon Spa is a full service salon and spa, so the gift card holder has many options to choose from. They are great for someone who just gets a haircut. They are also great for spa or salon “junkies” who visit once a week. Every one will get use out of our salon spa gift cards!

Cards may be bought in any amount and our helpful team members can help you decide! They will walk you through our menu of services and suggest options. As an extra bonus, our salon spa gift cards come in a box with a bow. This makes them a great last minute gift to pick up on your way.

Buying one of our salon spa gift cards is a one-size-fits-all gift idea. You can use it as a whole gift or as a stocking stuff-er. People enjoy the money and excuse to pamper and take time out! See photos of our work here.

By: Josie Aldrich

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Season of Savings is here…Call Today!

We are entering into our Season of Savings! We have a different deal everyday through New Year’s Eve. This time of year gets crazy for everyone. Pamper yourself with one of these festive deals.

Every Sunday during Season of Savings we have a deal on AVEDA when you have an appointment that day! November you get 20% off and December you get 15% off. If your stylist doesn’t work that day, try something new! Even a brow or lip wax or a manicure counts!

Season of Savings – Facials, Massages, and Nails, Oh My!

Use the Season of Savings to get your nails done before the holidays! There are a few deals including $20 off an eighty minute pedicure or $15 off Shellac. There is even $25 off a Deluxe Pedicure and Manicure.

There are lots of spa deals through the rest of the year. Look at our Season of Savings and find deals on facials and massages! Some of our BEST – A FREE Botanical Kinetics Eye Cream when you get a facial or $20 off AVEDA’s Botanical Skin Resurfacing Treatment. If you need a massage and a facial to destress from the holidays you can receive $30 off the combo! Want to try a chemical peel? You can get $30 off a chemical peel on December 29th. Schedule your consultation today (required)!

Get Holiday Hair!

These deals are a great way to get your holiday hair on sale! Receive $25 off a Full Highlight, or $10 off a Shampoo & Blowdry. You can get a free Rosemary Mint Shampoo when you get a men’s cut on December 9th!

There are SO MANY product deals in our Season of Savings! These include Buy 2, Get 1 FREE AVEDA skincare, 25% off AVEDA gift sets, and a free sling back bag with a service.

When you buy a $100 gift card, you receive a $20 bonus card – Saturdays only through December 19, 2015. Call now before these deals run out!

**See photo above for disclaimer and exclusions. Call the salon with any questions!

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Smooth Infusion Style Prep by AVEDA – Ashka’s Product of the Week

AVEDA’s Smooth Infusion Style Prep is this week’s “Product of the Week” at Ashka Salon Spa! This is one of our favorites! Aveda’s Smooth Infusion Style Prep is a must have for anyone that enjoys having a sleek look.

The Breakdown

This awesome product has a plant infusion blend. It is derived from organic aloe, maize, and guar bean. This blend creates a smooth surface on the hair. In Michigan the humidity is out of control! This product has certified organic tapioca starch. It defends against humidity for up to 12 hours! Many people want to achieve a sleek look but are worried about damage from the heat styling that is required. Through the use of hydrolyzed wheat protein, AVEDA’s Smooth Infusion Style Prep protects hair from that damage!

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What Does Ashka Salon Spa have to Say About AVEDA’s Smooth Infusion Style Prep?

Jordan: “I like that it is a heat protectant. You can also use it as a static guard for your hair in the winter.”

Josie: “I love how light weight it is! It smooths your hair without weighing it down!”

How to Use

Step 1:Shampoo and Condition with Smooth Infusion Shampoo and Conditioner.

Step 2: Towel dry your hair to remove excess moisture. Be sure to pat your hair dry. Don’t rub! Rubbing will cause frizzing.

Step 3: Work a small amount of product into freshly washed hair. Always apply Aveda’s Smooth Infusion Style Prep to clean hair to ensure the best results.

Step 4: Style as desired

Stop on in to Ashka Salon Spa in Canton to get AVEDA’s Smooth Infusion Style Prep for yourself today. Check out our Season of Savings for great deals on this product and more! Make sure to like us on Facebook for even more updates!

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Undercut Hair is Coming Back…get Yours at Ashka Salon Spa!

Undercut Hair is making a huge come back from the eighties! At Ashka Salon Spa our stylists are trained and ready to give it to you! In the 1980’s, this was seen on David Bowie and Grace Jones. Today it can be seen on Tilda Swinton, Brad Pitt, and Scarlet Johansson! Ricardo Dinis, AVEDA’s Global Artistic Director in Hair Cutting, even performed some undercut hair at AVEDA’s hair show, AVEDA Congress!

What is Undercut Hair? On men, it often means short sides and back with long hair on top. On women, it could mean a shaved side or near the nape of the neck.

The Pompadour is super popular right now for men! This is a type of undercut hair that many men are asking for. Our advanced team would love to freshen up your style with this look!

Undercut Hair – Not Just for Men

More and more women are trying out this trend! It can give you an edgy look. This skill can also be used to make your hair more easy to style. By shaving a small section underneath your hair near the nape of your neck, it can make thick hair easier to style. With short cuts, such as bobs or tapered cuts, having an undercut will help the hair to naturally bevel under rather than flip out.

Designs – Plenty to Choose From

People are adding a fun twist to this style by shaving in designs! If you want to achieve more of a spunky look, adding a design could be your thing! You can keep things simple and just put a few lines in. Make it more unique with a tribal design!

At Ashka Salon Spa, undercut hair is a trend that our service providers are happy to do! Be sure to mention this trend when you schedule your next cut to insure we have the time to give you what you want!

by Josie Aldrich

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Get Your Balayage Hair Color at Ashka Salon!

Balayage Hair Color is an up and coming trend that is here to stay! With Balayage, guests get a natural-looking effect. It can be used to brighten up the hair making it look sun-kissed. Our stylists will work their magic by hand painting pieces of your hair to achieve the look you want. Balayage Hair Color has been a hit on the red carpet for some time now. Seen on celebrities such as Khloe, Blake Lively, and Sarah Jessica Parker, this look is for everyone!

Balayage Hair Color – The Sky Is The Limit!

The best thing about Balayage Hair Color is how many versions there are. It is unique to every person and their hair. No two balayage hair color services will be the same! You are able to achieve both subtle and intense looks. Balayage Hair Color can be used on both dark and light base colors. In some cases, you are even able to get blue, orange or hot pink color applied on top of the balayaged pieces for a show stopping look! (Must mention when booking!)

Balayage Hair Color – What You Need To Know

When making your appointment for Balayage Hair Color, it is important to mention that you are thinking of this trend. We may need to book extra time to achieve the look you want! It is a GREAT idea to bring photos of hair you like to your service. A photo is worth 1,000 words and goes a long way in getting your service off on the best foot. Our team has advanced training in this art and will be able to create the perfect balayage hair color look for you!

Balayage Hair Color is similar to other coloring skills that are on trend right now. This includes Ombre, Color Melting, and Ecaille. The differences are often minute and hard to tell apart. By bringing in a photo to a professional, they will be able identify if the look you are going for is balayage hair color. If not they will be able to advise you on what you need. All of these trends enhance the tone and color of your hair and brighten it up. This natural feel has been all the rage lately and it is sure to be here for a while. Book your Balayage Hair Color today!

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Ombre Hair Color at Ashka Salon Spa in Canton, Michigan

What is Ombre Hair Color?

Ombre comes from a French word meaning shaded or shading. Traditionally, ombre hair color is darker at the roots and fades down to lighter at the ends. Depending on the length of your hair, multiple formulations will be used. There are many methods for creating ombre hair color. Several techniques and tools can be used. This includes brushes, clips, foils, flamboyage strips and balayage or “hair painting” techniques. Every stylist has their own method for creating the perfect ombre hair color. Your formulation and technique will be customized for your desired outcome, length of hair and previous or past coloring. One thing is for sure…ombre hair color has taken the world by storm!

Ombre Hair Color – What to Expect

Ombre hair color should be mentioned when you schedule your appointment. Instead of a typical coloring time being booked, we will book a solid 2-hour block of time. Because there are different techniques and formulations being used, your stylist may need to stop one part of your hair from processing and leave another part to finish. This requires their skill and undivided attention. Most ombre hair colors require at least 3 different color formulations. After a thorough consultation your stylist will decide which techniques will work best for you. Ombre hair color can be subtle or an extreme change depending on what you are looking for. It is important to remember that most ombre hair color photos you come across show models or celebrities that have their hair curled. To achieve the same look, you will need to style your hair that way. Ombre hair color appointments at Ashka are $200.00. This charge covers the solid block of time, consultation, formulation, application, and a wash and full blow dry. Many people choose ombre hair color because the upkeep can be low-maintenance since the root area is intended to be darker. This will depend on how close your natural hair color is to the ombre hair color you choose.

Ombre hair color has taken on many other names. These include “color melting” “balayage” and “Ecaille” – The idea of melting gorgeous colors is much more common now. See one of our stylists at Ashka for your next hair color change. We are full of ideas, up on color melting trends and would love to make you look and feel your best!

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Bridal Hair Services at Ashka Salon & Spa

Look no further for the right place to get your bridal hair services! The experienced team of stylists at Ashka style over 50 brides per year. Our team has taken a lot of advanced training in bridal hair services. In addition to bridal hair services, we offer airbrush makeup artistry and services for your entire wedding party. Visit out “Bridal” tab for more information on what we offer.

Bridal Hair Services – What to Expect

At Ashka, we require a trial for any of your bridal hair services. The memories and photographs from this day last a lifetime. We require the trial to insure that you are happy and looking exactly as you want to on your wedding day. The cost of the trial is the same cost as the wedding day. All bridal hair services are scheduled, booked and confirmed through our website. This is to insure no details are missed over the phone. A deposit based on the size of your party will be taken to reserve your wedding day appointments. This deposit will be held on a gift card for you to use the day of. If there is left over you may use it for products, another person’s appointment or future services. It will not be refunded. LOVE how you look on your wedding day…book your bridal hair services with an expert at Ashka.

Bridal Hair Services – Tips for the Day

Don’t forget to have a great firm hold hair spray like this one from AVEDA. You can buy it before you leave! It is long lasting and flake free. This defends against humidity as well. Wear a button down or zippered shirt to your appointment. Bring a bottle of water or juice. Arrive at least 10 minutes early. Make sure to bring your veil or headpiece. If there is anything you were not happy with at your trial, communicate with your stylist before the wedding day. You can call or email regarding and changes. All of these things insure that you bridal hair services go smoothly and turn out just like want! Let Ashka help you kick off your wedding day with a great salon experience!

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Curly Hair Styling At Ashka Salon in Canton

If you have curly hair, then curly hair styling is the most frustrating part of your morning. Some strands are ringlets. Some hair is straight. Sometimes it is frizzy. Other days it is perfect. How do you get a more consistent outcome with curly hair styling? With any length curly hair styling can be simple. Here are a few of our favorite curly hair styling tips:

Curly Hair Styling – Use The Right Shampoo

The right shampoo for YOU may not be the same as your curly haired friend. Try AVEDA’s Be Curly Shampoo and Conditioner. It contains wheat protein to help soften and “shrink” up hair to remain curly. You may not need to wash it every day. AVEDA has a new addition called Be Curly Co-Wash. This product doesn’t suds up and is intended to clean your scalp without stripping your hair. This products is sulfate free. Depending on your scalp, you can also just wet your hair down in the morning and skip the shampoo some times!

Comb Your Hair Out When It Is Wet

DO NOT brush or comb your curls when they are dry. It will be fuzzy and can make curly hair styling a nightmare. Make sure you comb or brush quickly after your shower.

Apply Product For Curly Hair Styling

Moisture is your friend. Apply products when hair is wet. Try AVEDA Be Curly Style Prep to de-frizz and shine. Try AVEDA Confixor for hold. Use enough product to coat your hair starting at the ends of the back and moving toward the front and the roots. Some times a big problem when curly hair styling is not using enough product. Do NOT use a towel absorb the moisture. Instead try using a t-shirt or pillowcase. Do not “rub” your hair or create friction. Blot the drops of moisture out of your hair

Use A Diffusor To Dry Your Hair

Air dry for 10-15 minutes. It is important with curly hair styling that you keep the curls in their natural curl pattern. Strands that are less curly may need more product. Put the ends of your hair in the diffusor. Then walk the section of hair up to the roots. Hold in place for at least thirty seconds. Make sure those strands are all on the diffusor and not blowing or flying around. Blow dry your hair to around 80% dry. If some sections of your hair are straighter than other you can tough them up by quickly wrapping them around a curling iron.

Finish Your Curly Hair Styling

One of the most important things about curly hair styling is not to mess with it too much once diffused. It is easy to create frizz by scrunching too much or “playing” with your style. When hair is dry we recommend AVEDA’s Humectant to be lightly applied with your palms and finger tips. This adds shine and helps to keep curls separate and soft. It also smells amazing! These products can be purchased at our salon and you can read more about them here.

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