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Best Tips to Strengthen & Lengthen Nails

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5 best tips to

Strengthen & Lengthen nails

Most of us these days all want beautiful long and strong nails so here are lots of amazing tips on just how to do that

Best vitamins to Strengthen & Lengthen nails
Collagen as well as Biotin are two of the best supplements
Oval Shaped nails can avoid breakage
Picking with your nails is out use something else
Always wear gloves when using harsh chemicals
Use a quality cuticle cream daily

Which are the top Nail Vitamins?

Top vitamin is Collagen bonus also strengthens hair
Hydrates your skin & is good for the gut
Also Biotin a vitamin B type essential for nail strengthening
Biotin rich food include Egg Yolk, Nuts, Salmon, Dairy
B, C, Iron, Magnesium & Zinc help nail growth building

Does Nails show health problems?

Did you know White lines can be a lack of protein?
Nail discolouration is quite common
Yellow Staining are from dark polish without a base coat
Brownish spots could be fungal
Pale Nails can be a sign of Anemia
White Marks or Streaks can be the result of damaged nails
Bluish Tint might mean the body’s lack of oxygen

What are the best

Strengthening Manicures?

Firstly our Gel Polish Mani which uses a Vitamin Strengthening Base Coat to repair the nail
We add Structure Gel improves nail strengthening
A nourishing almond cuticle oil to finish your Manicure
Also Dipping Powder Manicures are ideal
Lastly Gel or Acrylic Manicures particularly for bitten nails

So how does a Collagen Hand Mask help?

Not only does taking Collagen internally help strengthen & lengthen nails. But also using a Collagen Mask on a regular basis

Softens dry cuticles
Strengthens weak nails
Hydrates and smooths out skin
Plumps up mature hands

One of the best moisturising Gloves is Voesh Collagen Gloves. It’s full of Phyto Collagen (this type of Collagen helps with external environment like the Sun and Pollution). As well as Vitamin E and Peppermint

Why Collagen is so vital for our skin?

Basically it’s the stuff that holds our body together. It’s made up protein and elastin in your skin, muscles, tendons and bones.

As we age naturally our Collagen production slows down. By increasing your Collagen you help fight wrinkles and fine lines. At the end of your Collagen Manicure your hands will feel amazingly soft.

What’s included in our Collage Mobile Manicure?

Starting with a basic manicure
file, shape, cuticle exfoliator,
exfoliating hand scrub
nourishing hand massage
Then we apply your Collagen gloves
Lastly we apply your favourite polish

Another nourishing Hand treatment is Paraffin Wax. By covering your hands with warm wax and hand gloves. The wax is very softening on the hands and the warmth of the heat is good for the joints.

Oh and we haven’t forgotten about your poor feet. If you do suffer with dry feet or if they are very calloused or cracked we have many foot treatments available

Lengthen

Want to know which Shape

lengthen & strengthen nails?

For Short and Slim Fingers

If you have a small nail base try going for an Almond, Round, Oval or pointy nail shapes.

Now the best colours are

Nude, Yellowish Beige or Peachy Pink
Metallics or Brights

For Short and Wide Fingers

Especially for wide nail base, then try more rounded shapes like Oval, Round or Squoval.

If your nails are quite short Acrylics or Gel are great for a special occasion

You can’t go wrong with

Nudes, Beige, Caramel
But no Bright Colours

For Long and Slim Fingers

If you lovely long & thin fingers you need a wider shape. Try Rounded, Almond, Square or Squoval.

Ideal colours are

Metallics Silver, Gold, Neon Orange or Pink
Ageing hands Pearly Whites or Metallic Pinks

For Long and Wide Fingers

If your hands are large with wide fingers try an Oval or Almond shaped nails.

Try these colours

Nude Beiges or Pinkish Nude.
Or dark colours leave 3 or 4mm from the side of the nail creating a slimmer look.

Which colour makes nails look longer?

Fair Skin – Pinkish Nudes, Lavender Purple, Peachy Orange, Sheer Whites, Bright Pinks, Classic Reds or Midnight Blue
Medium Skin – Yellowy Beige, Peachy Pink, Grape Purple, Mettalic Red or Sky Blue
Dark Skin – Fushcia Pinks, Berry Purple, Burgundy Reds or Cobalt Blue

Want longer & slender looking nails?

Best colours are –

Basic – Nude, Beige, Toffee or Caramels.
Fair skin – Pearly or Pink based nudes or Pinks
Medium skin – Yellow based beige, Gold or orange
Dark skin Mettallic based caramel or brown

But you can’t go wrong with a nice Clear polish or French Nails. Stay away from Silver, Grey, Neon and Bright Colours.

Which colour can make

mature hands looks younger?

For Seniors

Avoid blue-based polish draws more attention to your blue veins. As well as sallowness &aging of your skin.

Basic – warm pinks, oranges and red based
Fair Skin – Pearly or Metallic Whites & Pearly or Bright pinks
Medium skin – Pearly or Bright Pinks or Orange based reds
Dark skin – Poppy Pinks, Neon Oranges or a Mint Green

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Bannish those small white bumps on your face – Mobile Beauty Tips

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Mobile Beauty Tips – what causes those little white bumps

They’re like tiny white pearls under your skin called Millia
both irregular exfoliation and a bad skin care routine Mobile Beauty Tips 1 #
not only caused by dead skin cells, but also they get trapped under the surface
heavy or pore-clogging products
using a lot of makeup and not taking it off

What is the quickest way to remove them

if you have a few bumps try pricking with a thin needle.
it’s not like popping a pimple, but it needs to be lanced first
Mobile Beauty Tips 2 # the Milla MUST BE HARD
firstly either use a sterilised sharp needle or pimple extractor
secondly cleanse your face thoroughly
make a tiny tear, top or next to it & use a gentle pressure
either use the extractor, or wear gloves using 2 index fingers
also after a few go’s nothing happens then STOP
lastly finish with a toner & moisturiser
find out more – 3 best Anti-Aging products – Vitamin A, Glycolic &

Mobile Beauty Tips on Vitamin A Prescribed Creams

Retinol which is an extract of Vitamin A can be very effective
you could try Tretinoin (Retin-A) – for wrinkles or acne
Isotretinoin(Accutane) tablets – not only very good for acne, but has side effects
not using a prescribed Retinoid cream is fine, but it’s not as quick

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Retinoid Tazarotene (Tazorac) – both stronger than Tretinoin, but also excellent for wrinkles
Adapalene (Differin) – gentler then Tretinoin
Mobile Beauty Tips 3 # not only you must apply at night but also limit sunlight

When you need to see a Dermatologist or a Mobile Beauty Therapist

If you have a lot of Milia, then see a Dermatolgist or Beauty therapist
a Beauty Therapist will include this in a Facial treatment
just mention you need extractions done
Dermatologist will likely lance them
sometimes they use numbing cream
Mobile Beauty Tips 4# have a professional facial or skin treatment regularly
having a special event find out how soon before should you have a beauty treatment

Beauty Advice to stop them coming back

Firstly always remove your Make-up throughly
don’t forget the eye area can get a lot Milia
so only use skincare products for the eye area
weekly routine should consist of
using a cleanser with salicylic
applying a Scrub or Peel with Glycolic
then moisturise as well as a mask once a week
find out more about the right scrub for you
Mobile Beauty Tips 5# Lastly use a Comodene or oil free moisturiser

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Mobile Beauty Gold Coast

Phone 041 568 1889

Best DIY Spa Pamper Party tips

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If you’re looking for amazingly simple DIY Spa Pamper Party tips read on

Having been to many Pamper Parties over the years as a Beauty therapist. Its a perfect way to catch up with friends & eat scrumptious food.

Almost forgot the important part – pampering. Below are Spa Pamper Party tips with easy, luscious DIY Spa products.

Also simple & delicious Spa themed cocktails too.

Here is a simple DIY Lip Scrub

Are you organising a Kids Pamper Party use good quality flavouring & colouring from Health Food Stores

Lip Scrub recipes

First is Sugar – Granulated or Caster – gentler scrub
Brown or coconut – firmer scrub
Next is Oil – Coconut, Olive or Almond oil
Also Flavour & Colouring optional try Vanilla, Peppermint, Cinnamon or fresh Fruit
Use 2 parts Sugar to 1 part Oil
Store in a small jar
You can cleanse face & scrub lips at the same time then rinse
Just use scrub twice a week

Spa Pamper Party tips – have aromatic Candles, Incense or fragrant Flowers

Try fragrant Foot soaks, relaxing Facials or Pampering Mani or Pedi

Here is an easy DIY Body Scrub

For a good quality salt try Himalaya Salt or Sea Salt

Body Scrub recipes

First is Sugar or Salt – Fine Sugar or Salt – gentle scrub
Coarse Sugar or Salt – medium scrub
Next is Oil – e.g Coconut or Almond
Also add Essential oil e.g. Lemongrass, Ylang Ylang or Lime
Use 2 parts Sugar or Salt to 1 part Oil
Finally store in a large jar
Just use scrub once or twice a week

Spa Pamper Party tips – try soothing music like Rainforest or Ocean themes

Ask the girls to bring along a Bathrobe or nice PJ’s

Are you ready for delicious Spa themed Cocktail

Also you could try Malibu Cocktails or Champagne Cocktails

Margarita’s (taste best frozen)

First Tequila good quality one
Triple Sec an Orange flavoured liquor like Cointreau
Simple Syrup which is just equal parts of sugar & water
Finally the best part the flavour fresh Lime juice, Lemon, Strawberries,Mango, Raspberries, Kiwi & more

Cosmopolitan (add ice sit for a few mins)

First Vodka Citron gives a much nicer flavour
Triple Sec Orange flavoured liquor
Fresh Lime Juice

Spa Pamper Party tips – put fruit & cute umbrellas to decorate your Cocktails

Give everyone small gift bag with a Fragrant Candle & Incense

Want to hire a Pamper Party Service instead

Because you don’t have to supply anything just give us a call. Choose from Massages, Mani’s, Pedi’s, Facials, Scrubs, Hand & Foot Treatments. More Pamper Party Ideas

Even more we can come to your Home, holiday place, workplace or hospitals we come to you. Great idea for Kids Children Spa Pamper Parties

So starting organising & have a amazing Spa Pamper Party

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Pamper Party Brisbane

Pamper Party Shailer Park

Ph o41 568 1889

Massage Pamper Packages

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What our Massage

Pamper Package includes

If you love Massage our 2 Hr Massage Pamper Package is amazing. We have 3 different types of Massages focusing on Back, Feet & Head. Starting with a Back Massage either Firm or Relaxation with Body Scrub.

Also an Acupressure Foot Massage can be great for stress, backache, joint pain, digestive or menstrual problems. Finally finishing with an amazing Head Massage ideal for stress, headaches, migraines & sleeplessness.

Which Massage Pamper Treatments

should I choose?

We have a few different Pamper Packages. From Nail, Beauty to Massage. You can mix them up or choose what we have to offer.

You can choose from different types of Massage. From a relaxing, calm Swedish one to our most popular Indian Head & Scalp Massage. We haven’t forgotten our Pregnant Mums too, find out more on what you should know about Pregnancy Massage

Or for more firmer type try Remedial, Deep Tissue, Acupressure or Chinese Cupping. Add on Aromatherapy which can be personalised for your needs

Do you love Nail Pampering?

We love to pamper you with our Nail Pamper Packages. You can choose from Regular Polish or Gel Polish Manicures or Pedicures. They all come with Hand or Foot Massage.

We do Mens nails too. Don’t forget about Grandma and Grandpa’s nails. Add on a treatment like a Scrub or a Hydrating Mask or a Warm Paraffin Mask.

Or wanting a Beauty Pamper Package?

Facial treatments can be one of the most soothing of all beauty treatments. Massaging the face with beautiful serums and creamy masks. Then finishing with an amazing scalp massage

Pamper Packages are a great present for Mum for Mother’s Day or Valentines and add on Facial she would love that.

Or for next Father’s Day Dad why not give Dad a Mens Massage Package he’d love that. Plus his feet might need some TLC so add on a Pedicure as well. Give them a Gift Certificate it’s so easy

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Which type of Mobile Massage is right for you

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Firm or Gentle – which type of

Mobile Massage is for you?

Firm

Remedial Massage can focus on a specific area of pain. Alleviating arthritic & inflamed joints or muscles.

Deep Tissue Massage uses firm pressure for a specific area or allover. Using hands or elbows to get right into your tense spots.

Trigger Point Therapy is by using thumbs on pressure points of yours knots & releasing it.

Chinese Cupping Massage is suction cups. By placing them on painful area. The suction helps release toxins & loosen tension

Try these types of Massage for Relaxation

Gentle

Swedish or Relaxation is a gentle to medium pressure calming type massage

Shiatsu Acupressure Massage uses medium pressure points. Unblocking your flow & breaking down toxins. Which can help with physical & health issues

Indian Head Massage is one the most relaxing massage. Using pressure points and massage on the upper back, head, scalp and face

Aromatherapy Massage includes essentials oils, from Lavender or Chamomile for stress or depression. To Peppermint or Rosemary for tightness, pain or inflammation

Which Massage is one of the most popular?

Indian Head Massage is one of the most calming massage you will ever experience. Having your head and scalp massaged always feels so soothing and calming. Putting you in relaxed and happy state

It release all those good hormones. Like Dopamine which kinda makes you high and happy like a drug but only natural. Or Endorphins that totally soothe and relax you. Plus Serotonin which basically leaves you in a good mood like a natural anti-depressant.

Because you’re focusing so much on your beautiful head massage you start to clear your mind. Feeling more peaceful and even a little sleepy. As well as focusing on the upper back, shoulder, neck and head muscles.

What are the best benefits?

Indian Head Massage can help with Migraines, Headaches, Insomnia and Stress By focusing on Acupressure points and Massaging upper back areas. Another beneficial Massage for Headaches is Chinese Cupping which also uses Acupressure but with suction cups

By massaging your scalp therefore increasing oxygen supply to the brain. This is the best way to decrease your stress levels and reduce anxiety.

As well as relieving back, shoulder and neck ache. Improves your concentration and memory level. Increases energy levels and improves circulation therefore detoxifying your body.

A Regular Massage is so vital these days

As we are so busy these days and its one of the best ways to switch off. Not only is it mentally relaxing by calming your emotions down. It physically helps your body move any harmful toxins

If you’re feeling emotionally rundown and stressed out then this Massage is for you. Think of it like someone pressing your reset or refresh button.

For the ultimate blissful Massage try our 2 hrs of Total Bliss Massage Pamper Package

What is the best type of

Detox Massage?

One of the best type of Detox Massage is a Shiatsu Acupressure Massage. So if you’re feeling stressed & rundown. A good Detox Massage can help you to feel more balanced & relaxed afterwards.

Shiatsu is Acupressure using your fingers and palms. By focusing on specific Acupressure points this Massage can help relieve health issues. Which then reduces your stress levels and muscular aches. Therefore releasing blocked toxins and balancing the body’s energy flow.

A great way to continue your detoxing at home is with a spiky Massage Therapy Ball. Which also can help break down those toxins and muscle knots.

A Detox Massage may help many health issues

Firstly Emotional conditions like anxiety, stress, depression, insomnia, fatigue and headaches. Physical ailments such as Musculoskeletal problems, joint stiffness, muscles ache and arthritis pain .

As well as Digestive disorders like Irritable Bowel Syndrome, inflammation and blockages. Also Pre-Menstrual Syndrome and Menopausual problems.

So how does Chinese Cupping Massage work?

Basically Chinese Cupping Massage is like Deep Tissue massage. The therapist attaches circular cups by suction. These are place directly on your knotted muscles. The suction from the cups unblock toxins. As well as increase blood flow.

The cupping effects helps physically release muscle tension. As well relaxes your nervous system.

What type of Massage benefits

does Cupping help?

Many physical problems can benefit from cupping. Sinus and Hayfever by increasing circulation in nasal passages. Headaches and Migraines by increasing blood supply. Muscle knots by placing cups on knots which brings blood to the surface. Certain typesof massage combined with cupping like Indian Head Massage will increase the relief of Migraines

Arthritis and rheumatism by placing cups near the joints. This helps release blockages and inflammation.

Digestion problems the sucking pressure of the cups stimulating the insides of the digestion. To Cellulite by stretching the skin tissue and improving the tone. Showing a less dimpled effect

Chinese Cupping can also gives Emotional Release & Detox

Chinese Cupping Massage can help with Emotional releasing. By placing the cups at certain points. Therefore helping release feelings of anxiousness and stress. Leaving you afterwards with a sense of peace. If you want a simple way to relax try mindful meditation

When cupping is performed on your whole body it’s almost like a total Detox. By eliminating toxins and stimulating blood flow to certain parts of the body. So helping your overall body recover. Combine Shiatus Acupressure Massage with Cupping. This will increase your overall Detoxing even better

When you book Chinese Cupping Massage therapists use different types of cupping. Such as plastic, glass, rubber, metal or bamboo. With different sizes use for small and large muscles.

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Mobile Massage Shailer Park

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Pregnancy Massage Therapy – What you should know

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Best tips for a calm Pregnancy

Home Pregnancy Massage – s one of the best ways to relax. After your first Trimester is the safest for Pregnancy Massage
Aromatherapy – Using safe essential oils are also very calming. Through Massage or other ways
Spiky Massage Balls – At your physical level this great way for home massage on those tight and tense spots
Mindful Meditation – At a more emotional level mindful meditation can become a simple habit help calm and soothe

When is it safe to have a Pregnancy Massage at Home?

Massage is one of the best ways to feel more relaxed
But first of all is it safe to have a Home Pregnancy Massage in the first trimester. Some experts say yes some say no. Therefore indicate if you are pregnant and also how many weeks.

How to feel more comfortable

when having your Massage?

Being pregnant puts your body under many changes. As well as physically & physiologically. Therefore this can cause stress or discomfort.
By laying on your side this is the most comfortable. Therefore when you have a Pregnancy Massage use pillows to support yourself. Also always support your head, stomach or legs

Which Pregnancy Massage

is right for you?

Not sure which Massage is right for you. Pregnancy massage can be gentle pressure like Swedish Massage. Therefore helping you become more relaxed and calm.

Another very good massage is Indian Head Massage which focuses on upper back, shoulders, neck and scalp. Most of all for headaches, stress and tiredness. Remember massage will put you & your baby in a more blissful state

You might prefer a firmer pressure massage like Deep Tissue. If you have some very tight, tense knots. Massage will increases blood & lymph flow to eliminate toxins

Why having a Massage

will help you and your baby

Reduces swelling in hands, feet and ankles. Eases muscular pain like lower back & neck. Also relieves calf cramping and Sciatic pain. Massage delivers more oxygen and nutrients to the mother and baby. By increasing your blood flow. For all the latest information for Mum’s and Bub’s https://www.mumsdelivery.com.au

Aromatherapy Massage can help

you physically & emotionally

Here are the safest essential oils to use

Roman Chamomile, Eucalyptus,Geranium, Ginger, Grapefruit, Lavender, Lemon, Lemongrass, Lime, Mandarin, Neroli, Patchouli, Petitgrain, Rose Otto, Rosewood, Sandalwood, Sweet orange, Tea tree and Ylang ylang.

Lavender is one of the best for the physical and mental state of mine

Anti-depressant – helps with restlessness, insomnia, anxiety, high blood pressure and insomnia
Anagelsic – helps to reduce all types of pain, muscle ache, sprains, headaches and toothache
Anti-Inflammatory – may help relieve inflammation, swelling and infections

Home Massage Therapy Balls

First sitting comfortably place ball directly on tight muscles like Neck, Back, Hands or Feet
Using your body weight sitting or laying down to apply pressure
Then roll backwards & forwards or just put pressure on each spot
Great whilst your Pregnant for lower backache or aching legs
Stop if you have intense pain, recent injury, broken skin or badly bruised

So what are the Benefits?

Targets those chronic points or tense muscles
Ideal way to keep your muscles relaxed between regular Massages
For small hard knots use a small firm massage ball
For larger areas of muscle tension try a firmer one or larger massage ball

Here’s simple Home Massage Ball techniques

For your Back area roll your massage ball side to side against your lounge or bed
Legs and Feet roll your ball on the floor or bed.
Great for hands & fingers joints just squeeze hard for a few minutes
Or even try it on your scalp or face feels really great
Use whilst sitting in the car or lying in bed or just whilst watching TV
For more tips and where to buy Massage Balls

Stressful Pregnancy here’s a simple way to switch off

Next time you are doing something say showering try some Mindful Meditation. Just focus exactly on how everything feels. The water, pressure, the warmth, where its flowing even if its only for 5mins

Another way great way is when you having home pregnancy massage focus on you therapist massaging your muscle, Concentrate on every muscle how it feels, quite sore or not very sore

Now feel the different pressure is it very uncomfortable or just tender. You will enjoy your massage more & you will be more relaxed mentally as physically
Add on a soothing Facial Treatment or pretty Pedicure too