The Gang’s All Here!

Picture People This month Samsarah Salon is the featured business at Picture People at Fox River Mall in Appleton. As part of our cross promotion, the whole staff headed over to Picture People for a group photo. We had a lot of fun, the session was quick and easy and we had the results in minutes! If it’s time for a family photo, a portrait of the kids, or you just want to have some fun – give Picture People a try. Picture People is offering a special discount for Samsarah clients. Pick up a coupon at the front desk. Samsarah in the Media The June issue of Nature’s Pathways magazine has articles by two Samsarah staffers.

Nicole offers advice on how to work with a stylist to get the results you want. Ann has an article explaining the many benefits of massage. Pick up a copy in our salon. Next month, Ann, Samsarah’s esthetician will have an article in Women’s Magazine on protecting your skin from UV rays. The July issue will be out in a couple of weeks. These articles are just a couple of examples of Samsarah’s philosophy of customer service through education of our clients. If you have a topic related to hair or skin that you’d like to know more about, please let us know! ABOVE: Samsarah staff. Front row: Rita, JR, Kay, Kimberly, Laura, Sheila. Back row: Amy, Sarah, Nicole, Ann, Kellie.

Samsarah: Everything for the Well-Groomed Man...

We don´t mention it often enough – there’s nothing like a well-groomed man. Are we right ladies? Whether it’s Father’s Day, or any day, remember the man in your life and treat him to some TLC at Samsarah. We offer a complete menu of services tailored to the specific needs of men, in an “unfussy” yet professional and private atmosphere. Your guy will look good, and leave feeling like a million bucks! Check out our complete menu for men. Cut & Style Includes consultation, shampoo and scalp massage, conditioning treatment, haircut and style. Our stylists will help you create a sharp and up-to-date look. Camouflage Color Color your gray completely, or just bring out the “pepper” in salt and pepper hair. Create the look you want with this 10-minute treatment. Spot Color Lighten your hair to look like you’ve spent the summer on the golf course or at the beach.

Swedish Massage Relax and unwind with 30, 60 or 90 minute massage designed to reduce stress and improve circulation. Deep Tissue Massage Ideal for the man involved in sports, fitness or heavy physical work. Specific areas of concern will be targeted to relieve pain and tension. 30, 60 or 90 minutes. Sports Pedicure Your hard working feet will receive a soothing soak followed by cuticle and nail grooming. A foot and lower leg exfoliation with gentle scrub removes dry skin, and foot massage refreshes tired feet. Relax and enjoy this service in the privacy of our new pedicure room. Allow 30 minutes Clarifying Back Treatment Become beach-ready with a treatment to reduce blemishes. Your back will be deep cleaned, exfoliated and then be treated to a 20 minute massage. Allow 45 minutes

More Than Just a Pretty Face

You wash, tone, moisturize, exfoliate, and apply sunscreen all in an effort to put your best face forward. Yet even a completely radiant and wrinkle-free face can be let down by a neglected neck or décolleté. It’s sad but true – most of us don’t pay any attention to these important areas below our face until they show the signs of aging. Yet nothing gives away your age faster than sun-damaged or sagging skin on the neck, chest and hands. The good news is it’s never to late to start. Head South Skin care should not end at the chin. The lack of a proper skin care routine and overexposure to sun team up to result in dryness and loss of elasticity. The neck is particularly vulnerable to sagging because the main muscle (platysma) is not connected or supported by any bone structure. It also contains very little fatty “cushioning” and has fewer sebaceous glands than on the face making it prone to dryness. The basic steps of cleanse, tone and moisturize that apply to the face also apply to the neck and décolleté (the area below the neck and above the breasts). When caring for your face, it is easy to extend these steps “southward” to the neck and chest. As with your face, avoid soap or harsh cleansers to prevent over-stripping moisture. There are many moisturizers specially designed for the neck and décolleté, but they are not necessary to get results. Rather than do nothing, simply use your facial products on neck and chest. Apply moisturizer shortly after showering or cleansing to get best penetration. The neck and décolleté benefit from exfoliation. Because the skin of the neck is delicate, don’t be tempted to use granular exfoliants designed for the body.

Again, facial quality products work well. A gentle exfoliation with products containing fruit enzymes (like pumpkin) are a great choice. During professional treatments, your esthetician should always incorporate the skin on your neck and décolleté in all facial treatment steps. Sun Exposure = Aging Sun spots, age spots, liver spots – oh my! More than anywhere, the neck and chest seem to show the signs of sun damage and, therefore age, prematurely. Just because you’re not in a bathing suit, it doesn’t mean these delicate areas are not being exposed to sun damage. Necklines expose the neck and chest to the elements. Sun damage is a problem all year long, not just when the potential for sunburn exists. UVA rays are present every day, all year long and they are not stopped by window glass. For this reason, much sun damage occurs while driving. Unless the neck and chest are covered up by clothing, they are being exposed to damaging UV rays. UVA damage is responsible for lack of elasticity, fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots. A crépey neck and leathery chest are telltale signs of sun damage. Remember the sunscreen and read labels. A good sunscreen will have UVA as well as UVB protection. Become aware of how much sun your neck and chest are really getting – you may be surprised. Remember, your skin is alive and responds to tender loving care. Any attention that you give these forgotten places will be reflected in a healthier look and feel. In just a few minutes a day you can look great and enjoy healthy skin everywhere. After all, your skin is the most important thing you wear!