We have two locations in San Carlos located a very short walking distance from each other.
You may park in the rear of both buildings or use the street parking on Greenwood Ave.
Nail Services are offered at 1224 El Camino Real. You may now check in directly at the nail spa.
Massages, Facials and Waxing are offered at our main building located at 1151 Greenwood Ave.
Dermaplaning is a non-invasive, exfoliating treatment that manually removes dead skin cells and vellus hair on the face. Before the treatment, your certified Dermaplane Esthetician will prepare your skin, hold it taut, while a sterile blade tool glides across the skin. This removes the top layers so newer skin under the surface is revealed. After this treatment, your skin will be gently wiped down with a warm towel to remove any impurities and peach fuzz, followed by an Enzyme cream mask.
Dermaplaning is a completely painless treatment. The blade tool delicately glides just above the outermost layer of skin, removing any hair and dead skin cells in its path.
No. It is physiologically impossible for vellus hair, also known as peach-fuzz, to grow back thicker or darker. Vellus hair, when removed, will grow back the same.
If you are using Retinoids, discontinue 7 days prior to your treatment.
This treatment might not be suitable for darker skin types that are prone to hyperpigmentation, please ask your Esthetician before scheduling.
If you are experiencing an acne flair up before the treatment, please wait until it subsides and heals.
There is zero downtime after a treatment. You may experience mild redness, but this will quickly subside.
The results are immediate! You’ll notice your skin is brighter, smoother and rejuvenated. Typically results last between three to four weeks.
We recommend Dermaplaning monthly; exfoliation is important for maintaining a healthy skincare regimen. Dermaplaning removes twenty-eight days’ worth of dead skin cells. It is best to allow the skin to complete its rejuvenation cycle before your next Dermaplaning treatment. We offer monthly memberships at a discounted price.
Safety measures:
1. Every treatment room will have a HEPA air purifier.
2. Every room will be thoroughly disinfected after each service.
3. We will adhere to our health department mandates.
If you are receiving a nail service at the 1224 El Camino Location:
Check in and payment processing will be at our 1151 Greenwood Ave location prior to your service. Please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled nail appointment.
Mask wearing requirements:
We will adhere to our health department mask mandates.
Please do not arrive to your appointment if you have the following symptoms:
• Fever over 100 degrees or chills
• Cough
• Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
• Sore throat
Hand Sanitizing Rituals
• Hand sanitizer is available for all guests and team members to use.
• They are placed throughout the spa, including the lobby and waiting areas.
Thank you for helping us maintain a safe and relaxing spa environment.
5 Self Care RITUALS
During these times when we’re disconnected and afraid, the unknown can add worry, stress or anxiety. You might be homeschooling, working from home or not working at all and isolated. Routines are made up of those things we do daily, rituals on the other hand, are things we do deliberately to take care of our mental, emotional, and physical health. Rituals break up the monotony, create joy and nourish our souls.
1.- Tea Time– Make a cup a tea and while you hold the warm cup and sip, think of the things you are grateful for, we feel better when we think of all that we do have.
2.- Breathe–Do you find yourself holding your breath throughout the day especially while watching the news? Do you feel tense and anxious while you do it? Chances are, the answer is yes. Close your eyes and breathe deeply thru your nose and exhale thru your mouth. Inhale peace and healing, exhale stress and anxiety.
3.-Take a Bath–Add a calming aromatherapy blend to the bath water before bedtime, don’t have a bathtub? A foot soak feels very good, you can even add 1/4 cup mouthwash, most mouthwashes have peppermint, it will be refreshing and disinfecting.
4.- Take a brisk walk–spending time outdoors can help you reduce stress and lower your blood pressure.
5.- Meditate- It can be as simply as closing your eyes, taking deep breaths and imagining white flowers coming down to every human being on the planet and on pets. Imagine those flowers bringing with them peace and healing. This exercise was shared by Rebecca Fisk, our spiritual advisor.
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