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Belladerm MedSpa Newsletter  May 2010
in this issue
:: Stay Connected With Belladerm
:: Plan a Ladies Night Out!
:: This Month's Skin Tip
:: Happy Mother's Day!
:: Spring Clean Offer
:: Product of the Month
:: Choosing the Best Hair Dryer
:: Random Tips
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Ladies Night Out
It is time for LADIES NIGHT OUT!

Grab your girlfriends and relax together at Belladerm!

This is a complimentary night for you and your friends--no charge! Gather at least 5 friends (and no more than 15) for a memorable night with us! All we need is 2 weeks notice from you in order to make arrangements. We'll provide the apps and wine plus some exciting discounts for that evening: $10/unit Botox, 15% off of our other treatments or services and 10% off of our products!! We will take time to educate you and your friends about our products and services and answer any questions you have. Call us to set it up! 763-494-9905


This Month's Skin Tip
8 Foods That Boost Collagen

Your skin is the largest organ of the body, feed it well! Consider adding these foods for healthier looking skin!
  1. Orange Vegetables: Restore and Regenerate Vegetables that are orange in color, like carrots, are rich in vitamin A, which restores and regenerates damaged collagen.
  2. Water-Rich Vegetables: Key for Collagen Production Veggies like cucumber and celery have a high sulfur content which is important in collagen production.
  3. Fish: Creates Stronger Cells "Fish like tuna and salmon are loaded with omega-3 fatty acids," says New York City nutritionist Brooke Alpert.  Skin cells are surrounded by a fatty membrane that protects them.  When the cells are healthy, they are able to support the structure of the skin.
  4. Soy: Blocks Aging Whether sourced from soy milk, cheese or tofu, soy contains genistein (plant hormones that serve as antioxidants), which prompts collagen production and helps to block enzymes, like MMPs, that can age the skin.
  5. Berries: Ward off Damage Blackberries and raspberries scavenge free radicals while simultaneously increasing collagen levels.
  6. Dark Green Vegetables: Rev Up Collagen Production Rich in vitamin C, dark green veggies like spinach and kale can rev up collagen production.  In topical products, "vitamin C has antioxidizing properties that stabilize the messenger enzymes that break collagen down.  It also protects against free radicals to prevent weak collagen." says Dr. Palceski.
  7. Red Vegetables: Natural Form of SPF Tomatoes, peppers and beets contain the antioxidant lycopene.  "Lycopene also acts as a natural sun block, protecting the skin from damage while increasing collagen levels," explains Alpert. 
  8. White Tea: Supports Structure According to research conducted by Kingston University and Neal's Yard Remedies, white tea may protect the structural proteins of the skin, specifically collagen.  It's believed to prevent enzyme activity that breaks down collagen, contributing to lines and wrinkles.  
Source: NEWBEAUTY Spring 2010
Mother's Day is May 9thI Love Mom
Hug your mom!

HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all of you wonderful moms out there!! We are honored to serve you and thank you for all that you do! We have great gift cards for your mom! Call us at 763-494-9905 to purchase or click here.

Spring Clean


Get a FREE ULTRASONIC FACIAL with the purchase of a microdermabrasion or facial treatment ($85 value)

- Offer expires June 30, 2010
- One offer per customer
- Cannot be combined w/ other offers


Product of the Month
Sunscreen


Receive 10% off during the entire month of May on any sunscreen that we carry! This is a perfect opportunity to stock up for summer!


Choosing the Best Hair Dryer For You

While finding the perfect hair dryer won't guarantee perfect hair days, it can be a great help in achieving your selected hairstyle. The right blow dryer can also help you achieve your hairstyle with more speed and less hassle if you know how to make the best selection for your particular hair type and situation. Points to consider:

  •  Look for a nozzle attachment.
    When added to your blow dryer, it allows the flow of warm air to be more focused. It's particularly effective for straightening your hair as it tends to have a smoothing effect on the hair shaft when directed downwards.
  • Consider the number of heat settings.
    Several heat settings are ideal. At the very least, you'll need a hot or warm setting and a cooler one. The cooler setting will come in handy if you have damaged hair or just want to seal the cuticle, which helps hold your hairstyle in place. Use hotter settings for undamaged hair.
  • Choose a wattage that dries your hair fast. The wattage of a hair dryer can run as high as 2000 watts, but all that power isn't necessary. You can get by with as little as 1800 watts and still get your hair dry in a timely manner. If you have the money and you're really pressed for time, you may want to consider the newer thermal styling tools that use negative ionic energy to dry your hair in about half the time of a conventional blow dryer. They will cost you more, however. These dryers tend to infuse more moisture into your hair during the drying process which can help to keep your hair healthier.
  • Consider the weight of your selected blow dryer. If you have a small hand and long hair, holding a heavy blow dryer for long periods of time to get your long hair dry may cause hand fatigue.
Choosing the best blow dryer for your hair shouldn't cost you a fortune. A decent blow dryer that will work for most hair types can be found for under $50.00. This is a small investment, considering it can not only enhance the look of your hair but also be a great time saver!
Random Tips
Good to know!

  • Patent leather handbags and shoes can be quickly brightened with a polish of milk.  Apply with a soft cloth and rub in to renew!
  • Corners cut from used envelopes make great bookmarks.  They just slip over the page you wish to mark.
  • It's easy to read a rain gauge if you put a few drops of food coloring in the tube.  Even if the colored water dries up, there is enough residue to help read the next rainfall.
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Your Friends at Belladerm MedSpa
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Robin Bernens
Belladerm MedSpa
email: [email protected]
phone: 763-494-9905
web: http://www.belladermmedspa.com