Wellness and Tulasara Lifestyle

As I have said before, Tulasara means to “bring into balance”. With AVEDA’s new skincare line coming out, I have been thinking a lot about this phrase. How could I bring my life more into balance? I recently moved into a new condominium. With such a big lifestyle change, I want to be as close to “balanced” as I possibly can. I truly believe that by living a Tulasara lifestyle and maintaining my wellness, I will be on the right path for achieving the balance I aim for in my life.

Tulasara Lifestyle

What is a Tulasara Lifestyle?

I believe the Tulasara lifestyle can be characterized by consistent efforts toward balance, whether this be moral, physical, mental emotional, etc. This can be compared to something as simple as eating an apple and peanut butter instead of going out for pizza. This can even be applied to more difficult matters in one’s life. No matter what situation, though, this life is made up of choices. We have the ability to choose to work towards balance. We have the ability to choose to move farther away from balance.

“Balanced skin is the absence of negatives, it is free of stress, healthy and beautiful”
– Dr. Upadhyay

While the quote by Dr. Upadhyay is obviously talking about skin, I think that it is applicable to life. When I get rid of negative energy and thoughts, I can physically and mentally feel the difference in my life.

While life can never be completely stress free, our stress can be eased. This is one way that Ashka Salon Spa can help everyone move towards a tulasara lifestyle. By coming into the salon, you are  promising yourself a time to sit and relax. Use our space as your oasis. Leave your worries at our door and enjoy the time that you have while we pamper you. I promise it will help bring you closer to balance, closer to Tulasara.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

 

Shampure Dry Shampoo by AVEDA

AVEDA's Shampure Dry Shampoo

I truly believe one of the hair god’s gifts to the world is dry shampoo. I don’t think that my hair would be nearly as healthy as it is if I didn’t take full advantage of this amazing product. AVEDA lovers everywhere have been waiting for a dry shampoo up to AVEDA’s standards. Ashka Salon Spa is happy to announce that it is finally here! AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo was released in November of 2015.

AVEDA's Shampure Dry Shampoo
AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo

AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo – What is it All About?

AVEDA’s Dry Shampoo has their signature aroma, Shampure. Shampure has 25 pure flower and plant essences. This product is also 99.8% naturally derived. Like all AVEDA products it does not contain petroleum minerals or water. AVEDA only makes their products with ingredients that are sustainable and natural.

AVEDA's Shampure Dry Shampoo
AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo

Benefits of Using AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo

Why is using dry shampoo so important? Everybody hates when their hair is greasy. Through the use of this product you can revive your look for an additional day. It is important not to wash your hair everyday. It can really dry out your locks. However if you are someone who works out a lot, or feels like their hair just gets oily quickly, you really should look into dry shampoo!

Another great use is when you are styling your hair curly or up. A lot of times hair is too clean and soft to hold your desired style. By puffing some dry shampoo into your hair you will give it some additional texture. Having that grip is important when you want your hair to stay a certain way.

Stop in to Ashka Salon Spa today to get your hands on your own AVEDA’s Shampure Dry Shampoo.

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Beauty VIP – Join at Ashka Salon Spa

Beauty VIP

VIP. Very Important Person. Who doesn’t want to be a VIP? At Ashka Salon Spa, with a $100 gift card purchase you can be just that! Becoming a Beauty VIP means you will receive nine coupons that are good for an entire year! Stop in soon though because this offer is only available until February 15th, 2016. We believe all of our guests are very important people and deserve to be treated as such!

Beauty VIP
Join Today!

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, this is a great way to spoil your special someone! By spending $100, you will be able to gift $250+ worth of relaxation. Let your loved one know how much they mean to you, for only a fraction of the price!

What’s the Perks of Being a Beauty VIP?

There are nine different coupons on your Beauty VIP card! That’s not even the best part. These coupons can be used any time from 2/15/16 until 2/01/17. That is nearly a whole year! The coupons include:

$10 off $50 AVEDA product.

Buy 3 get 1 free AVEDA products.

20% off AVEDA product.

$10 off Shampoo and Blow dry.

$15 off a Shellac Application.

$20 off Massage, Facial, or Deluxe Pedicure.

FREE Botanical Hair Therapy with a Haircut ($28 value).

FREE Lip Wax with Brow Wax ($15 value).

FREE Paraffin with Hair Color Service ($10 value).

Beauty VIP
Hair Color Service By Jordan

Don’t have someone to spoil you this Valentine’s Day? Spoil yourself! Make yourself a Beauty VIP. We challenged you to resolve to have healthy hair. Now we are challenging you to spend a little more time on yourself this year. We want to be with you every step of the way. Make 2016 the year of yourself. Sometimes we need to be a little selfish. Pamper yourself. Trust us, you deserve it!

Call Ashka Salon Spa at 734-414-9980 today to get more information!

Until Next Time,

Josie 🙂

Green Science Anti Aging Treatment

Green Science Anti Aging Treatment

Green Science Anti Aging Treatment is one of Ashka Salon Spa speciality facials. This facial is our most hydrating facials. It promotes cell turn over to make skin look smoother and more clear.

Facials are an important part of healthy skin care. Getting one every season will keep your skin in balance whether you have problem skin or not. Through the use of steam and professional grade products, a licensed facial will be able to clean out your pores better than you can at home.  Even though you brush and floss your teeth every day, you still see a dentist for extra help!

Green Science Anti Aging Treatment
Green Science Anti Aging Treatment

AVEDA’s Green Science Anti Aging Treatment Product Line

The Green Science Anti Aging Treatment has so many great AVEDA products used throughout it. All of the Green Science line focuses on hydrating the skin. As skin ages it tends to be more on the dry side. That is why this line is perfect for aging skin.

AVEDA’s Green Science Anti Aging Treatment – Perfecting Plant Peel

The Perfecting Plant Peel is a part of the Green Science Anti Aging Treatment. It gives the effects of a 30% glycolic peel instantly with out the redness or flaking.

After cleansing the skin, your face is sprayed with the activator spray which acts as a toner. The thermal masque is then applied in fluid circular motions. The masque creates heat. This stays on for ten minutes. While it’s on you will get either a scalp, hand, or foot massage. After ten minutes, the activator spray is spritzed again. The masque is then left on for another 5 minutes.

After getting a Perfecting Plant Peel during your Green Science Anti Aging Treatment, you will feel like you have brand new skin.

Call Ashka Salon Spa today to get more information about how to schedule your Green Science Anti Aging Treatment! 734-414-9980

Green Science Anti Aging Treatment
Clear Beautiful Skin

 

Keratin Treatment at Ashka Salon Spa

Keratin Treatment

Keratin treatment to get pretty, shiny, smooth hair in about an hour! After you get this service you will enjoy faster drying and finishing and frizz free hair for up to 6 to 8 weeks. Keratin is a type of protein that forms the main structure of of hair.

Keratin treatment does contain 1% of formaldehyde. Pregnant or nursing clients should not receive this treatment. Some people can also be allergic to aldehydes. If you are scared about reacting to this treatment, you can ask for a patch test.

Keratin Treatment

Benefits of a Keratin Treatment

A keratin treatment is a great investment. Not only does it make your drying time shorter, it extends the life of hair color! It tames frizz. While creating healthy, smooth, and strong hair, it also protects your hair from heat. This treatment will cut back excess volume and tame curls. It also protects it from humid weather.

Keratin Treatment
Before and After Treatment Straightened, Before Shampooing

Typical clients include:
– dull hair
– thick hair that takes forever to dry
– if you are seeking better shine, vibrancy, and durability
– frizz or porosity problems

What to Expect When You Get a Keratin Treatment

When you get a keratin treatment, your stylist will begin by washing your hair. She will use a clarifying shampoo to get rid of any product build up or natural oils. After blow drying your hair to about 80 to 90%, your stylist will apply the keratin treatment. After sitting for about 20 minutes, the product is then blow dried and flat ironed to seal it into your hair.

At Ashka Salon Spa, you can receive this great service starting at $100. Call the salon today. We can set you up with a free consultation. You can talk to a stylist who will give you the service about your specific hair. They will be able to give you an honest opinion on whether this will be good for your hair or not.

For more, visit Keratin Express‘ website!

Youngblood Makeup at Ashka Salon Spa

Lipstick Shade - Debalicious

At Ashka Salon Spa we use Youngblood Makeup. Why we use this brand is because it is made of finely ground minerals. They only use natural minerals from the earth. There is no chemicals, or dyes. These are found in a lot of make up and can cause skin flare ups.

Through the use of Youngblood Makeup’s signature blend of rhodolite, zincite, hematite, and malachite, it helps protect cells and tissue. This line is gentle on all skin conditions and types. You can even use it on skin recovering from chemical peels!

Youngblood Makeup
Youngblood Lipstick

Youngblood Makeup Founder

Pauline Youngblood is the founder of Youngblood Makeup. She is a paramedical aesthetician to dermatologists and plastic surgeons. Pauline was saw patients daily who’s skin would take up to 6 months to heal after their trauma. She was not happy with her patient’s make up options. She chose to make a product that give’s the wearer’s skin room to heal and breathe.

When she started her work mineral make up was too fake looking. It was either too orange or too pink. She found a way to make it look natural and was healthy for the skin.  In 1996 Pauline founded Youngblood Makeup.

Youngblood Makeup
Youngblood Logo

Youngblood Makeup Ingredients

Youngblood Makeup promises they use the most premium grade minerals. By using a certain milling process, they keep dangerous nanoparticles out of their products.

There are a lot of mineral make up lines out there. When comparing, be sure to check for synthetic ingredients. Examples are talc, alcohol, or petroleum. One ingredient Youngblood Makeup is sure to leave out is talc. It is a filler and often will cause irritation. Instead they use rice starch and various vitamins. This makes Youngblood Makeup a more effective, and healthier option.

At Ashka Salon Spa we bring the Canton area these amazing products! Stop in today and one of our great make up artists can help you pick out what is best for you!

AVEDA Facials in Canton at Ashka!

AVEDA Facials in Canton

Look no further than Ashka Salon & Spa for AVEDA facials in Canton, Michigan! We offer a wide variety of AVEDA facials in Canton. We have one that is right for you and your skin. The first step will be filling out a form that helps your Spa Therapist determine the right facial for you. They will go over the form with you in person as well, to make sure the right steps will be taken during your facials.

AVEDA Facials in Canton – What to Expect In Your Service

You will be taken back to our sound proof spa. Our spa tables are heated and padded. You should wear comfortable clothes when you come in. Most facials, such as our Elemental Nature Facial, include cleansing, toning, two masques, hot towels and moisturizing. They also include a hand and arm massage, foot massage and neck massage. In addition we also offer special facials. This includes facials to address aging, acne and skin build up. You can add an eye treatment or a brightening masque to the AVEDA facials in Canton.

AVEDA Facials in Canton
AVEDA Facials in Canton

AVEDA Facials in Canton – What Products We Use

We use the AVEDA products that are right for your skin. Including Botanical Kinetics cleansers, lotions, toners and cremes. We carry a Deep Cleansing Herbal Clay Masque and a Tourmaline Charged Radiance Masque. We have a cleanser, moisturizer and composition for sensitive skin. AVEDA’s Outer Peace and Green Science lines are used for challenges with aging skin or acne. AVEDA’s Enbrightenment line is very popular for facials with a cleanser, toner, moisturizer, serum, lotion, creme and masque. Visit AVEDA‘s Website for a full list of available products to purchase for at home care. You can see a list of ingredients there as well.

We LOVE offering AVEDA Facials in Canton and we hope you stop by to see one of our highly skilled Spa Therapists soon!

Airbrush Makeup Applications and Artistry

Airbrush Makeup Applications

Airbrush makeup applications have a fine mist of a special liquid used as foundation. It is applied with a spray gun leaving a flawless look. Airbrush makeup applications are long lasting. It’s quality makes the service good for any celebration. Airbrush makeup applications are perfect for weddings, special events, dances, pictures or performances.  It covers imperfections and evens out your skin tone with ease.

Your Makeup Artist will custom blend a color that matches your skin perfectly. One of the greatest benefits is that it looks natural and smooth. Airbrush makeup applications cover many imperfections and are suitable for all skin types. You will be so happy with your results!

Airbrush Makeup Applications – What to Expect

Your skin will be prepped with AVEDA skincare products as well as professional airbrushing concealer. The base foundation, any contouring, bronzer or high lighting will be done with the fine mist airbrushing equipment. Each product will be custom blended. Your lip stick, lip liner, eye shadow, lashes and any finishing touches will be finished with traditional makeup.

Airbrush Makeup Applications
Makeup by Lisa

 

Airbrush makeup applications are used in magazines, movies, and TV.  It is perfect on run ways and in any photos. You can get this same glam look right in the comfort of our salon in Canton, Michigan. Due to the many benefits of airbrush makeup applications they are the ONLY makeup service we offer. This also means that our artists focus solely on perfecting this type of application.

Airbrush makeup applications last all day and into your evening. You will look gorgeous at the start, middle and even the end of your event. The product is alcohol and oil free. It is resistant to sweat and tears. Choosing the right place and the right artist all of your airbrush makeup applications is important. Photos (even selfies!) last forever!