Happy Holidays! Isn't this time of year exhilarating? The weather is so refreshing and everyone is bustling around preparing for all the festivities this month. Are you getting into the holiday spirit yet? I am sure you are busy making plans to celebrate with friends and family. Perhaps you're planning an enchanting holiday gathering of your own. Either way, take a look at this month's spa recipe for a savory holiday party treat!

Take a look at the fantastic specials we are having this month, especially those on Cyber Monday! Hurry! These great online shopping opportunities are for one day only!

And to help you further, we have some spa specials for you for the remainder of the month. Spa gift cards make wonderful gifts! Stop by or visit us online to make your shopping easy and your gift giving extra cheerful!

Also, we are very busy this time of year. I suggest you make all of your appointments now.

Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful holiday filled with love and special memories! We look forward to celebrating with you at the spa throughout this festive season!

Czareyna, RN, MSN, CRNP
Esthetiques Spa Founder

Last Minute Gifts
Fun stocking stuffers for everyone!

Procrastination is a common thing when it comes to holiday gift shopping. We've all been there. You're checking out your shopping list and just can't figure out what to get those last few people who are left. Finding a great gift...especially at the eleventh hour...can be stressful. So we have compiled a few ideas for you that will make everyone on your list happy this season, men and women alike. Check out these quick, easy stocking stuffers:

Everyone loves a good book!
Do you have any avid readers on your list? Check out Hay House Positive Affirmations for an interesting selection of inspirational books for the reader on your list. They'll appreciate that you remembered!!

Surprise them with a chocolate gift basket. Yum!
A basket filled with delectable chocolates is just what the doctor ordered for the chocoholic on your list. And who isn't craving a smooth, silky piece of chocolate over the holidays?

Give a gift card.
A gift card to their favorite store or to the spa is an exciting gift for any occasion! Purchase a $100 gift card and receive $50 Free (provided in $25 gift cards that may be used one at a time or given to friends and family members)!

Donate to a charity.
The holidays are a time for giving. What better way to show someone how much you appreciate them than by donating to their favorite charity in their name?

Pop open a bottle of Sparkling Fruit Juice Cocktail.
We all have that one healthy special drink that tempts our taste buds. Visit the Fruit Juice Cocktail Shop and pick up a few bottles for those sparkling fruit cocktail lovers on your list. Cheers!

Select this season's specialty holiday tea.
Holiday flavored tea is another special treat that we all enjoy during this time of year. Brew some up for everyone this season!

Pick up a scented candle.
Whether you choose a musky scent for him or a seasonal one for her, scented candles are always a welcome gift.

Don't forget the essential oils!
Whether they need to relax, improve sleep, or enhance digestion, essential oils can benefit in so many ways.

Last minute shopping doesn't have to be a drag. Try out these gift ideas and surprise everyone on your list this season!

Happy Holidays from the Esthetiques team!

It's no secret that gift cards make the perfect gift!

Cyber Monday Mania

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Esthetiques! In our ongoing efforts to delight you with excellent service and offering combination treatments for optimal results, we have introduced COLLAGEN INDUCTION THERAPY (also known as Micro-needling). It is a highly advanced skin rejuvenation therapy system designed to treat aging skin, brown spots, and acne scars! Call us for more information about this amazing treatment or click here to reserve your appointment!

A nonsurgical miracle!

Simple ways to make your big shopping weekend a success!

Noticing fine lines and wrinkles? Is your skin dull? Are you trying everything, but you end up with disappointing results? Experience the Microcurrent Facial and gain the results you want.

A Microcurrent Facial, also known as the "lunchtime facelift," is a non-surgical physical therapy modality that provides numerous aesthetic benefits. This popular procedure utilizes a technology called microcurrent that delivers a low level of electricity to the treatment area in order to initiate favorable chemical reactions at the skin's cellular level.  Microcurrent is painless and the results are amazing!

You will notice improvement after the very first appointment. For best results, you should reserve a series of three to four treatments. Results are more noticeable with each session.

The Microcurrent Facial is similar to the body's own natural electrical current and provides various benefits including:

1. Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
2. Evens out skin tone
3. Lifts jowls and eyebrows
4. Tightens enlarged pores
5. Develops facial and neck muscle tone
6. Alleviates puffiness
7. Smoothes texture
8. Improves circulation
9. Promotes lymphatic drainage
10. Increases product penetration
11. Treats sun-damaged skin
12. Reduces cellulite
13. Boosts the body's natural collagen and elastin production
14. Rehydrates skin
15. Improves cellular metabolism

In addition, Microcurrent methods are successful in treating a variety of medical conditions such as Bell's Palsy, Cancer, and Pain.

Want to learn more about the Microcurrent Facial? Call Esthetiques Skin Care and Wellness at 443-600-8729 or visit us online!

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Hot Artichoke and Spinach Dip

A perfect holiday party appetizer

Ingredients

• 1 (9-ounce) package frozen artichoke hearts
• 1 red bell pepper, finely chopped
• 3 tablespoons unsalted, low fat butter
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 1 1/4 cups half-and-half
• 3 scallions, thinly sliced
• 2 ounces finely grated vegan parmesan (1/2 cup)
• 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 1/2 tablespoons minced drained pickled jalapeño chiles
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon celery salt
• ½ cup frozen chopped spinach, thawed and drain

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. Cook artichoke hearts according to package instructions, then drain well and finely chop. 3. Cook bell pepper in 1-tablespoon butter in saucepan over moderately low heat, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Stir in artichokes and spinach and transfer mixture to a bowl.
5. Melt remaining 2 tablespoons butter in saucepan over moderately low heat, then add flour and cook, stirring for 3 minutes.
6. Add half-and-half in a stream, whisking, and bring to a boil, whisking.
7. Reduce heat and simmer, whisking, 3 minutes.
8. Remove from heat and stir in artichoke mixture, scallions, 1/3 cup parmesan, lemon juice, jalapeños, salt, and celery salt.
9. Transfer to a buttered 1 1/2-quart shallow baking dish and sprinkle with remaining parmesan.
10. Bake dip in middle of oven until bubbling, 20 to 25 minutes. Serve warm with crackers or bread choice.

Note: Dip can be prepared (but not baked) 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.

Q: While the holiday season is an exciting time, it tends to take a toll on my skin. The additional salt intake, and overall change in diet this time of year leaves my skin dehydrated, and gives me puffy, dark circles under my eyes. Is there anything I can do to alleviate this?

A: The appearance of dark under eye circles can be brought on by several factors. First, vascular structures, which range in color from blue, to red, to purple, are often more obvious under the eyes because of the thin skin that is associated with this delicate area. Vascular dark circles can be exacerbated by fatigue, dehydration, and allergies. Hyperpigmentation may also play a role in some cases of dark circles. These discolorations typically have more of a brown color to them and they are caused by sun exposure and other types of inflammation. The last main cause of dark under eye circles are shadows. As the face ages, it loses volume as a result of loss of underlying bone and fat and this loss of fullness can cause shadowing of the eye area.

While dark circles can be difficult to treat because there are many contributors and because the eyes are often more sensitive than other areas of the face, there are options. Certain ingredients, such as ginseng or Vitamin K work to improve circulation, which could help to reduce the appearance of dark circles. Outcomes with these products will be variable, however, because of the role of lifestyle in these types of dark circles. Products that contain gentle pigment-reducing ingredients can be very helpful for brown-colored discolorations. I recommend looking for products that contain licorice extract or alpha-arbutin, as these ingredients will be less irritating than those that contain stronger lighteners like hydroquinone.

Finally, restoring volume will assist in lessening the effects of shadowing. Topical products that build collagen will help to an extent. Look for products with retinol, L-ascorbic acid or myristoyl nonapeptide-3. I recommend the PCA SKIN Restorative Eye Cream or Revitalizing Eye Gel, as they contain a blend of ginseng for vascular function, niacinamide for hyperpigmentation concerns, and peptides for collagen stimulation.

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