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How does a spray tan work?
Did you know that we offer spray tanning? Have you ever wondered how a spray tan works? Dihydroxyacetone (DHA) The color from a spray tan comes from the chemical Dihydroxyacetone (DHA). DHA is often derived from plant sources like sugar beets and sugar cane, and works by interacting with the amino acids in dead skin cells to produce a brown color change. Maillard Reaction This color change occurs via the Maillard reaction – the same type of reaction that occurs in baking and roasting of foods (yes, you read that right). In turn, this reaction leads to the production of melanoidins which create the appearance of a tan. Kind of…
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Microdermabrasion: What is it? Why should I have it done?
Microdermabrasion is a wonderfully diverse treatment that can be customized to treat almost any skin type and condition; it is a painless and non-invasive form of exfoliation that scrubs away superficial dead skin cells that may make skin appear dry, rough, and discolored. With regular treatments, it can lessen the appearance of excess pigmentation (from sun exposure, melasma, acne scarring, etc.) and fine lines, and it can also stimulate the production of new collagen & elastin fibers in the deepest layers of the skin, making skin look firmer over time. Microdermabrasion is also good for keeping pores free of oils and dead skin cells (when pores are clean they appear…