Last week we wrote about what makes a product truly “green” and some common misconceptions surrounding “green” or organic products. So, with all of the myths, information and product lines available, which green product line do we trust the most? Beata and Tanya have both used Eminence Organic skin care products regularly since 2003, when the line was first introduced in Canada. Beata knows the founder,... 

Over the past decade, “greenwashing” has become more prevalent in both the household products and beauty industries. With this positive trend has come a lot of confusion. A quick search online will result in thousands of articles all arguing something different, revealing product ‘scams’ and a host of product lines claiming to be genuinely organic, natural or green. The fact that there is no official regulatory... 

In our earlier post, we outlined some of the dangers of not having your pedicure done at a sanitary spa, or a spa that does not follow sanitation procedures properly. This week, we’ll be answering a question asked by both our regular clients, and new clients looking for a new spa to call home; “What is the sanitation process you use in between pedicure or manicure treatments?” Our instruments All of our... 

With Reading Week and March Break in sight, thoughts turn to vacations, lying on the beach and making time to the hit the gym to be sure you look your best in that bathing suit. In your trip preparation be sure to find time to learn about the consequences of sun damage and purchase a good sunscreen. One of the most commonly used terms when discussing sun protection is SPF, which stands for Sun Protection Factor.... 

With pedicure season just around the corner, we wanted to take the time to let you know that when it comes to pedicures, not all spas are created equal. While you’re sitting back, relaxing in the massage chair as an aesthetician paints your toes one of the colors from the newest spring collection, what’s happening in the pedicure tub and on the instruments being used can be scary. Not having your pedicure performed... 

With all the different nail gel options available, it’s difficult to understand what makes one brand different fromanother.There is also confusion surrounding imitation brands, health benefits or risks and pricing. Let us clear up the confusion for you. At Beauty Institute and Spa we ONLY carry Bio Sculpture Gel products and have recently introduced Gelish products as well, as the safest products on the market.... 

Our aestheticians get asked all kinds of questions when working on their clients. In this FAQ series, we’ll beanswering some of the most commonly asked questions. FAQ #1: What is the difference between a serum and a cream? Do I need to use both? What’s the difference between face cream and a specialized eye cream? Serums are highly concentrated products with advanced active ingredients such as vitamins,... 

Welcome to the Beauty Institute Spa and Rejuvenation Clinic blog. We’re so glad you’re here! Each Friday, we’ll be posting an entry here, answering frequently asked questions or exploring a new trend or treatment in the beauty industry. We hope you’ll read it regularly and that it becomes a valuable resource for you. Please leave us your comments and feedback- it’s important to us! If there’s a...