Healthy Hair – A New Year Resolution

Every one wants to have pretty, healthy hair. And every new year, people give them selves a resolution. This year, Ashka Salon Spa is challenging you to resolve to have healthy hair!

What is Hair, Healthy Hair or Not?

Hair is made up of a protein called keratin. It has three layers. They are the cuticle, the medulla, and the cortex. The cuticle is the outer most layer. It has flaps on it almost like shingles on a roof. These shingles raise and lower depending on the condition of the hair. Hair condition is typically determined by the condition of the cuticle. The cortex is the the middle layer of the hair. The medulla is inner most layer of the hair shaft.

What Does it Mean to Have Healthy Hair?

Healthy hair is strong. Hair is able to stretch up to 30% of it’s length. To keep it strong, you should avoid brushing while your hair is wet. Use a wide tooth comb and AVEDA’s Brilliant Damage Control to gently detangle your hair. When you heat style your hair, turn down the temperature. Be sure to use a heat protectant every time you style. It is also important to clean your styling tools with alcohol once a week to get rid of product build up. That excess product build up can make your hair brittle by searing into your hair.

Healthy hair is shiny. Hair appears shiny when the cuticle layer is laying down. This way light can bounce off of the hair strand easier. When your hair is wet, the cuticle “shingles” lift easier. When you towel dry your hair, be gentle. Pat dry starting at the roots and moving down the hair shaft. Using a boar bristle brush also can help add extra shine to your locks.

Healthy hair is soft. You should condition each time your hair is wet to lock in the moisture. Use a hair masque such as Damage Remedy or Dry Remedy once a week.

It is important to get regular haircuts in order to keep your ends from splitting. Some people say, “Getting you hair cut makes your hair grow faster”. While this isn’t true, it does help you hair grow longer, stronger.

Call Ashka Salon Spa today to talk to a professional about how you can get healthy hair! 734-414-9980

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!

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

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Youngblood Makeup at Ashka Salon Spa

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 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.

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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!

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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!

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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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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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AVEDA Facials in Canton at Ashka!

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 – 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!

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Are You Looking for Canton Massage?

At Ashka in Canton massage is available 7 days a week. We offer many types of massage, including Swedish and deep tissue. All Canton massage is customized for you based on an in-person and written consultation. At Ashka in Canton Massage may reduce stress and tensions. Our Spa Therapists will discuss your unique needs with you. We offer 50 minutes or 80 minutes. Our Canton massage will style each appointment to your personal needs. We also offer spa memberships…so loyalty pays and you earn rewards with the dollars you spend on Canton massage.

Canton Massage in Michigan at Ashka Salon & Spa

Many believe that massage releases stress and toxins. Our therapists will use different techniques and pressure unique to you and your body. The products used in our massage services are AVEDA Hand Relief and AVEDA Foot Relief, as well as AVEDA Massage Oil. You will hear quiet music and crashing waves. You will be on a padded table with a warmer. Hot rocks are included in every massage. Your feet will be wrapped in hot towels before you leave. You will have five minutes to undress at the beginning and 5 minutes to re-dress at the end. The service provider will check in with you during the Canton massage about how the pressure is and how you are doing.

Our experienced Spa Therapists can recommend products for you to continue to treat sore muscles at home. These include AVEDA Blue Oil and AVEDA Active Oil. We also ask that you drink plenty of water before and after your massage. Hydration is key so always drink enough water whether you are sore or not. If you have had surgery, are pregnant, been injured or are unsure of your condition, please seek a doctor’s recommendation before coming for a massage. Although skilled, our spa therapists are not medical professionals and can not diagnose, treat or cure ailments.

Come In Today For Your Canton Massage

More and more people recognize the health benefits of coming to Canton massage. Schedule yours today!

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