Christmas Survival Guide

Christmas is a time for parties, socialising and merriment but it can also be a time of stress and anxiety. Whether you want to be the Belle of the Ball at the Christmas Party or you need some time out from your busy social calendar, follow our Christmas survival guide to get you through the festive season!

Essential Christmas Party Treatments

1.       Spray Tans

Let’s face it, we all feel better with a bit of colour, don’t we? Spray tans are an ideal way of achieving an instant glow without any of the harmful effects of UV exposure. Colour takes approximately 8 hours to develop and can last up to 7 days.

2.       Eyelash Extensions

Whether you simply want a little touch to add a small flick to the outer edge of the eye or a full on set of luscious, long lashes, eyelash extensions are ideal for the party season. They add length and volume to the lashes and definition to the eyes making them really stand out. Having lash extensions also means that you won’t have to wear mascara so if you simply can’t face removing your make-up after that big night out, you won’t wake up with panda eyes the next day! Why not try a few coloured lashes? Subtle but extremely effective!

3.       OPI GelColor

This soak-off pure gel is applied like polish and lasts up to two weeks without chipping. It is cured under LED light in just 30 seconds and is dry immediately so there’s no risk of smudging. OPi GelColor is a pure gel formulation, unlike other gels on the market, which are hybrids. Hybrid gels are not as strong or durable as pure gels. They lose their shine very quickly and can peel away from the nail plate more easily than pure gels. OPI GelColor is available in a number of shades to complement your LBD!

4.       Swarkovski Crystal Pedicure

Christmas is all about glitz and glam so what better time to get a crystal pedicure, as sported by our very own Mayoress of Worthing? The crystals are set in gel so they last for weeks and will see you through the whole festive season.

5.       Jane Iredale Mineral Make-Up

Make-up is the finishing touch to the perfect party outfit. Jane Iredale mineral make-up is ideal for all those parties as it is kind to your skin and won’t clog. It gives great coverage and has amazing staying power, ensuring your look stays fresh long into the early hours of the morning!

6.       Environ Party Facial

The perfect pick me up treatment for skin before that all important big night out.  This facial is ideal for those wanting maximum impact in minimum time. Incorporating our ‘Product of the Month’, Environ’s Hydrating Oil Capsules to get skin glowing and give an added antioxidant boost which is important to protect skin from over indulgence!

Essential Christmas De-Stress

Mention the word ‘Christmas’ and generally you’ll receive the same response - panic! Christmas should be a time of relaxation and joy but every year life just seems to get more and more hectic. Massage is a great way of taking some time out for yourself to recharge your batteries and escape the hustle and bustle.

We offer a range of massage services and have created some great pamper packages to relax and revive you. Check them out on our website (link)

Essential Christmas Survival Products

The festive season is a time of excess: food, alcohol and late nights. We all want to enjoy ourselves but this can take a huge toll on your whole body, including your skin, and morning-after faces can be frightening! Be smart – neutralise the worst effects by drinking four glasses of water before you start to party and alternate alcoholic drinks throughout the night. Try to remove make-up before going to bed. Supplementing is a great way to stay healthy and keep your skin glowing.

Here are my top three products to see you through:

Skin Pure – Advanced Nutrition Programme

As the largest organ of your body, the skin is generally the first area to show signs of toxicity and imbalance. Rich food and seasonal tipples can leave skin looking dull and lacklustre. Skin Pure helps to re-energise skin and replace nutrients which are lost throughout the party season. The nutrients in Skin Pure help to metabolise and break down fats, so that any stored toxins are released.

RRP£23.00

Hydrating Oil Capsules - Environ

These are ideal pre and post party. They feed skin with an added boost of Vitamin A in its most active form and provide added antioxidant protection to protect against damaging free radicals.

RRP £39.95

Glow Time BB Cream – Jane Iredale

Perfect if you want to look glam for the Christmas party, this multi-tasking product will save you time and protect your skin. The water-resistant wonder product combines a foundation, concealer, sun screen and skin care cream in one AND without a doubt it’s the highest coverage BB cream on the market, vital if late nights and over-indulgence are catching up with you. With a plethora of fruit extracts and antioxidants this product will not only leave you looking great but will also care for your skin.

So party hard and look after your skin!

For further skin care advice or to find out more about the Environ, ANP or Jane Iredale products, or any of the treatments we offer, please contact the salon on 01903 206600.