March 19th, 2014 • Posted by Tranquil Touch • Permalink
Let's face it, girls -- we're fond of pretty hands. Why else would we spend hundreds of dollars each year to make them so darn attractive? How many times have you walked into your salon with hands that looked like you'd been picking corn in Kansas for a month, only to walk out with "movie star" hands? It's that total transformation that makes a good manicure so worthwhile. One of the nail polish trends we noticed during Fashion Week was matching polish color with makeup. For example, if you're wearing bright green eyeliner, paint those nails a matching shade of green. Of course, if you're not one to follow trends, we have a few ideas that may appeal to your particular personality:
- Traditional
You're all about a manicure that takes you from the workplace to a night out with friends. You don't necessarily want total strangers to notice your hands, but when they do, you want them to be impressed. You're probably happy with a French manicure -- clean, concise, and no fuss. If you do opt for color, it's likely to be a shade of mauve that magically seems to work with whatever you're wearing, or a powerhouse red that tells the world you're boss.
- Romantic
It's the subtle things in life that spell romance: the brush of your arm, slight dip of your chin, and practically diaphanous nail color. Sheer pink, gossamer peach, or a filmy lilac will do the trick. Keep it light and easy while emphasizing your femininity.
- Fun
If you're the girl everyone waits for to get the party started, you're not afraid to break the rules. Paint every nail a different bright color, choose an outrageous shade of orange, or opt for one color for the right hand and another for the left. Seriously, who made the rules in the first place?
- Athletic
Are you all about your favorite team? Why not do them a prop by painting your nails in their colors? While you're at it, ask our manicurist to add the team logo to one or more nails. You know how much one sports enthusiast appreciates another, don't you?
- Flirty
There are some colors that are all about being noticed: flaming red, shocking pink, shimmery silver. These are the shades for you. You're telling the world that you're here and ready for some fun.
- Funky
If you're the babe who sported combat-style boots before anyone else even thought of trying them on, you're a bit of a trendsetter. For you, we recommend daring colors like black, olive green and midnight blue. While you may not look like someone who'll be chosen to model for "Redbook" anytime soon, you are the woman others look to in order to learn what's cutting-edge.
- Whimsical
Isn't it wonderful that some people always seem to have their head in the clouds? To those girls we say, "Dream on!" It's the dreamers of this world that make it a more interesting place. Ask our manicurist to paint a full daisy on one finger, then a daisy missing a petal on the next. Repeat until each of your fingers tell the story of, "he loves me; he loves me not."
There are so many ways you can dress up your nails, but if you're feeling flustered with all the choices, call and schedule an appointment. We'd be more than happy to help you choose the perfect nail trend for you.
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February 17th, 2014 • Posted by Tranquil Touch • Permalink
Poor circulation can lead to a variety of health problems including high cholesterol, weak joints and stiff muscles. If you're battling poor circulation, there are a few things you can do to get your blood pumping once again. Exercise and eat healthy. Here is a list of certain foods are good for your circulation too. Check it out.
- Orange or Grapefruit
Citrus fruits are high in vitamin C, which act as a natural blood thinner. Kiwis and strawberries are a good option too.
- Garlic and Onions
They might not be great for your breath, but they're good for your circulation. These pungent foods can prevent build up in your arteries and keep your heart pumping blood at a normal rate.
- Spices and Herbs
Don't be afraid to cook with spices and herbs. Spicy options like chili powder will benefit your blood flow.
- Dark Chocolate
Go ahead -- indulge in a little chocolate treat. Cocoa contains flavonoids, which studies have shown improves circulation.
- Ginkgo Biloba
It's a funny name but this supplement dilates blood vessels. Ginko comes from a tree, which is native to China. Not only can it help improve circulation, it also has a rich medical history.
- Nuts and Seeds
These are a great source of vitamin E, which keep veins open and prevent blood clots. Add almonds, walnuts and sunflower to your grocery list.
Improving your circulation isn't just good for your overall well-being, it also has a affect your hair, skin and nails. Blood is responsible for the transportation of oxygen and other nutrients throughout the body. So if you have poor circulation, then not enough nutrients will reach your hair, skin and nails. Then hair becomes extra prone to dryness and dandruff. The skin becomes dry, dull and in some cases, even itchy rashes develop. Nails become soft and brittle.
Don't freak out! Instead just grab one of these foods. For some extra help, give us a call at to schedule a circulation-enhancing treatment.
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February 3rd, 2014 • Posted by Tranquil Touch • Permalink
If you're like many of the other people on this planet, then you probably have some sort of beauty product addiction, buying new products as soon as they hit the shelf. Maybe you're a sucker for words like "invigorating," "smoothing" or "anti-aging" and can't help but buy every product that advertises it. Whatever it is, you're not alone. We all have under sink storage bins exploding with lotions, potions, hair ties, brushes, styling products and tools. Now is the time to take control and organize your beauty products. Here's a quick guide to help you get started.
- Go through all of your beauty products and styling tools-- lotions, sunscreen, hair and skin care products and separate them into three piles:
- Products and styling tools you never use or are expired.
- Products and styling tools you use daily.
- Products and styling tools you use on special occasions.
- Start with the pile of products and styling tools that you never use or are expired. There's no point in keeping styling tools that you don't intend to use, because it's just a waste of perfect space. You're bound to come across some things you haven't seen in years and you may be thinking, "I'll use this one day," but the truth is you probably won't, so just toss it or if it's still in good condition, give it to a friend. Also, make sure to throw out anything that has expired, because its potency had diminished and is no longer useful. Professional products usually have an expiration date on them, but if not, take a look at this list for some guidance:
- Shampoo and conditioner have an unopened shelf life of 3 years. Once opened, the shelf life is about 18 months.
- Hair spray and other products in spray form can last up to 5 years.
- Cream cleanser, gel cleanser, cream moisturizer will last about 1 year, once opened.
- Take the pile of products and styling tools that you use daily, like a moisturizer, hair brush or blow dryer, and put them in a place that's easily accessible, like a drawer. If you don't have adequate enough drawer space for your beauty products and styling tools, here are a few other good storage options, depending on your space and budget:
- A bathroom storage tower is perfect for storing your beauty products in a narrow space, while providing easy access and visibility.
- Finally, take all your beauty products and styling tools that you use for special occasions and place in a storage basket or an under-the-sink storage bin. You might also consider investing in a heat-resistant travel case, so don't have to wait for your styling tools to cool, before storing them away. When you're done using them, simply wrap up your hot styling tools in the heat-resistant case and toss it in your storage basket.
Use one or any combination of these suggestions to organize your beauty products in a way that's most beneficial to your space and budget. Going forward, put a sticker on the bottom of your new products and record the date that you opened them, so you'll know when it's time to toss them. When you're done using a beauty product or tool, make sure to put it back in its place in order to maintain a clean beauty space.
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