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NON-SURGICAL PROCEDURES THAT ARE SAFE TO GET BEFORE YOUR WEDDING
A couple plans for everything to be perfect on their wedding day, from flower placement to photograph poses. Brides and grooms want nothing more than for everything to flow smoothly and feel great. Relaxing on your wedding day is a whole lot easier if you feel like you have treated yourself and know you look great for the everlasting wedding pictures. Time seems to run on a different clock when you're planning for a wedding and before you know you've only got a few months or weeks left before the big day. If you're concerned about looking and feeling great, never mind the flowers and food, we've compiled a list of five beauty procedures that are safe for brides-to-be to get shortly before the wedding.
1) KYBELLA® KYBELLA® (deoxycholic acid) injection is the first and only FDA-approved injectable treatment that is used in adults to improve the appearance and profile of moderate to severe fat below the chin (submental fat), also called, “double chin.” Kybella can also be used to treat the belly, bra area, and jowls.
2.) Varicose Vein Removal Sclerotherapy is an injectable procedure that aims to remove unwanted spider & varicose veins on your legs. A very small needle is used to inject medication into the vein that is concerning you. The medication works to collapse the vein and your body eventually replaces it with fresh tissue. We typically recommend you wear compression stockings for the full 48-72 hours following treatment and then for another 2-3 weeks during the day to assist the healing process. For the first 2-3 days after treatment we recommend avoiding heavy exercise, sunbathing, long plane flights, hot baths, or saunas. Here at Pacific Plastic Surgery Group, sclerotherapy treatments take about 15-45 (depending on the area treated) and are administered by our Physician Assistant or Registered Nurse. Repeat treatments are usually required to achieve desired results.
3.) CoolSculpting This non-invasive body contouring method can help reduce and remove unwanted fat. While not a substitute for proper diet and exercise, CoolSculpting is a powerful new technology that achieves non-invasive fat reduction without the need to “go under the knife.� As a non-surgical treatment, CoolSculpting offers women and men several advantages over surgical procedures, including*: No surgery No downtime No anesthesia No pain Fast treatment Effective reduction of targeted fat
4.) Ultherapy Ultherapy is the only FDA-cleared non-invasive treatment for lifting the skin on the neck, chin and brow; and now it’s also the only non-invasive treatment specifically FDA-cleared to improve lines and wrinkles on the décolletage! Ultherapy uses focused ultrasound to stimulate collagen deep within the skin, with no downtime required. The result? Tighter, better-fitting skin, from the brow to the chest! Natural. Non-invasive. No downtime. What is Ultherapy? Ultherapy is a safe, non-surgical ultrasound treatment that counteracts the effects of time and gravity on your skin. Ultherapy uses the body’s own regenerative response to gently and gradually lift skin on the eyebrow, under the chin and on the neck, and smooth lines and wrinkles on the décolletage.
5.) Botox Botox® provides people looking to reduce lines and wrinkles with the option of a non-invasive and relatively simple procedure to do so. Designed to weaken the muscles under the skin that have been shown to cause problematic wrinkles in facial areas such as the lips, forehead and around the eyes, results can be seen within days. The procedure itself takes only minutes to complete and is relatively painless, as Botox® uses gentle methods to weaken the body’s facial muscles. Planning a wedding is stressful, looking great doesn't have to be. Easy and noninvasive treatments are available, making an appointment is the hardest part. Don't wait until the day of your wedding to wish you would have tweaked something. Make your appointment today and enjoy the benefits.
Real Wedding Inspiration Venue: Callippi Preserve Golf Course Couple: Jacquelene & Ryan TTC Studio www.ttcstudio.com
Top 5 Bridal Hair Packages In The Bay Area These are our top recommendations for bridal hair! Book your bridal consultation today.
Alcheme Salon
B Parlor Whether your special day occurs at City Hall or Grace Cathedral, we can give you an unforgettable look.
For an exceptional level of expertise and top-level talent, choose Alcheme Salon for your big day. Our alchemists are true masters of their craft, transforming your hair into a defining feature of who you are. We use only the best products and strive to get to know our clients, and we want to be your undisputed, number one hair stylist in San Francisco, CA.
Gina Khan at Salon 9 Gina Khan, a world renowned & multiple award winning colorist is a well known color expert & educator & owns Gina Khan @ Salon 9 at 9 Maiden Lane in San Francisco. She is delighted to give you a complimentary consultation! Just call to schedule a time. Â
We offer hair and makeup styling for you and your bridal party to help your special day be as stress-free as possible. Enjoy a champagne toast while your stylist ensures that you look picture perfect. For an additional fee, we can also come to your location. (Contact us for further details.) To ensure that everything runs smoothly, we require the bride to come into the salon for a trial run. At this time, we will need you to bring in your veil and/or any other hair accessories, photos of your dress, and any ideas you may have so that our experienced stylists can work with you to create a style that is both flattering and glamorous.
Sassy Salon At Sassy our team will customize every service just for you. Â We are a staff made up of San Francisco and Bay Area natives, with years of experience in the industry.
Established in 2000 and working with a diverse clientele, our knowledge and skills for hair design  are only a few of our specialties . We are highly trained in curly hair, and have an extensive background in makeup.
Social Beauty Co. A Full Service Beauty House that will manage your beauty maintenance to ensure you get the best possible results in minimal time.
Real Wedding Inspiration Ceremony: Palace of Fine Arts Reception: Monroe Bar Couple: Kat & Tracy TTC Studio ttcstudio.com
3 Tips For Healthy Happy Brides The expression having "cold feet" is often associated with having a bad case of pre-wedding jitters. But in reality, many brides are simply looking for a way to unwind, relax or just chill out (pun intended) in order to relieve themselves of some of the major stress that comes along before the big day. So in this pre nuptial light, here are the top 4 tips that Kristi Lutge of Inner Awakening Healing Center in Pacifica recommends for the bride-to-be to enjoy some quality me time before this all important, red-letter date arrives to stay healthy and happy.Â
Exercise Diet Increased intake of healthy fats (such as Salmon, Avocado, Olive oil, nuts). Contrary to popular belief, it has been proved that what makes us fat, is not the fat we eat but our sugar intake. Healthy fats, activate the hormone in charge of sending the message of fullness to our brains when we eat which also reduces cravings for sugary foods.
Dance, dance, dance! It's fun and feels good. Meanwhile you are circulating your lymphatic system which is very important for your immune system and good health. Sign up for Bio-Electric Lymphatic Drainage before your big day to get those toxins moving out of your body.
Meditation It is not about silencing our noisy minds, but about learning to listen to the silence. Many of us struggle when meditating as we try and shut the mind down. But if instead of fighting our thoughts, we just observe them, as if we were observing the leaves falling from a tree, our minds will naturally slow down. To look your absolute best on your wedding day, you need to really feel your best, from the inside out. Sometimes with all the planning and preparation associated with the most important day of our lives, we forget to take care of ourselves in the process. Set aside some important quality time to spend relaxing and healing before taking this once-in-a-lifetime journey with your future partner.
Perfect Bridal Beauty Treatments When you imagine the pictures from your wedding day, the last thing you want is a makeup-streaked face--or worse, makeup that's somehow made its way from your face to your dress. You also don’t want a stray chin hair or less than chic eyebrows to take center stage. Fortunately, these local businesses have services that will ensure you look your best on your big day.
1. Lash Tinting at retreat This lash enhancement, utilizing your own lashes, is the newest trend in effortless glamour. This hygienic service will literally lift your own natural lashes from the base of the lash line to provide a curl that makes your lashes look a mile long. Say goodbye to those painful lash curlers, for the next two months! ( service lasts up to 8 weeks) This is a great alternative for those seeking the appearance of longer lashes without the use of eyelash extensions or daily use of mascara. Suited for clients with any length lashes to enhance your own natural beauty. This fast processing & superior formulation is formaldehyde free and loaded with a multitude of conditioning and nourishing agents to keep your natural lashes healthy.
2. Lash Extensions at The LASH LAB The LASH LAB standard is to use nothing less than the ever-popular MINK LASHES (synthetic). Our extensions are tapered & triple conditioned for a sheen that looks more real so you can have fullness & still look natural. You can upgrade to real fur if you like, but we do not use any low grade synthetics and we are known for our natural, real looking lashes.
3. Sugaring at Sugar Society Sugaring hair removal, an ancient middle-eastern practice uses an all natural paste or gel made from ingredients like sugar, water, lemon juice, and sometimes honey, salt and essentials oils. It's made to remove the hair follicle from the root with results that can last up to six weeks.
Sugar Society uses locally sourced organic skincare and retail. Superior services using traditional sugaring techniques- Done by women who really know what they're doing- Only using the highest quality products. Plain & Simple.
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4. P&W Dip Powder Mani at Top Coats With over 300 gel polishes to choose from Top Coats is the perfect place for you and your bridesmaids to get your nails party ready.
5. Organic Airbrush Tanning at Sugar Society Organic Tanning Solution is preservative free, which means that it stays clear of ingredients such as alcohol, paraben, artificial colorings, or petrochemicals. It contains natural and organic ingredients, herb and botanical plant extracts.The tanning solution can be tailored to suit anyone’s skin tone, type and skin preference and is much less likely to cause an allergic reaction for sensitive skin types
6. Lip Love Therapy at Social Beauty This service offers a plumping effect to diminish lines while refreshing natural lip color. The process includes a cleanse, scrub, exfoliating peel, hydrating serum, and silky protective balm to finish.
Your bridal look needs to be as close to perfect as possible. Thankfully, these services will ensure that your makeup is applied smoothly, is sweat and tear-proof and you’ll remain looking your best no matter what your special day might throw at you.
Wear A (White) Smile On Your Wedding Day Almost everyone wants to have a pearly white smile instead of having yellow or brown staining on the teeth. Whitening is a great option for most to whiten the color of the teeth. However, sometimes there is stain on the teeth that needs to be cleaned before the color of the enamel can show through. In this week’s article, San Francisco Dentist Mina Levi, DDS talks about the causes of tooth stain and discoloration and what you can do to keep your teeth white.
1. Staining food/drink. Dark colored foods and drinks like coffee, cola, wines, fruits, and red sauces stain the teeth. Avoid eating a lot of these foods, or keeping the food/drink in your mouth for an extended period of time. You can also rinse out your mouth and/or brush and floss after eating staining foods to keep staining at bay.
2. Poor hygiene. When you don’t brush and floss regularly, plaque and bacteria build up on the teeth can cause tooth discoloration. Also, without brushing and flossing, staining foods and drinks like coffee stay on the teeth and stain them.
3. Tobacco use. When you smoke cigarettes/cigars or chew tobacco, the substances used to make these products cause the teeth to change color.
4. Medications. Certain medications like antibiotics, especially when given as children, can affect the color of the teeth.
5. Age. As we age, the outer layer of enamel wears down and the darker dentin shows through, causing the teeth to appear darker. For more information about how teeth and oral health change as we age, check out our previous article here: AGING AND ORAL HEALTH.
6. Trauma. Damage to the teeth can cause the teeth to die and change color.
If you have any questions about how teeth get stained or what you can do to avoid staining your teeth, visit Dentist San Francisco Mina Levi, DDS on the web at www.minalevidds.com or give us a call at (415) 513-5066. Be sure to mention “chic wedding guide.”
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The Best Workouts For San Francisco Brides Your wedding is fast approaching, and you want to make sure that you look your best in your dress. After all, this is one of the biggest days of your life! If you're looking for a killer workout that will make you excited about your backless dress, check out one of these bridal bootcamps. You'll tone, tighten, and look your best for your wedding day.
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In the Heart of Sausalito Studio C offers an incredible chance to build strength and tone your body through personalized training that's geared toward targeting your goals. This program challenges each individual to get the most out of each workout--including qualified training from a trainer who will make sure that each member of the class is doing the exercises correctly.
You can also choose private training sessions that will allow you to work one-on-one with a trainer in order to meet your goals. Get your sweat on by yourself or bring your bridesmaids along with you in order to help all of you look and feel your best on this important day. Book with us today!
yoga! yogaworks yogaworks offers a variety of classes and packages for brides-to-be. Meld movement and breath for the ultimate mind-body practice. When you’re ready to get sweaty, these faster-paced flow classes are perfect if you want to feel strong, flexible and balanced. Enhance your yoga practice with workouts that blend principles of yoga, dance and circuit training. Our roster of conscious conditioning classes will aim to build muscle tone, strength and endurance. Quiet your mind, relieve aches and soothe your soul in tranquil sessions that are designed to leave you refreshed. Book your first class today! Any of these comprehensive workout programs will enable you to work with incredible trainers who will help take you to your goals and beyond. Be careful! You might just see results that you didn't imagine--and that may involve an extra wedding dress fitting as you discover that your body is more toned than you ever dreamed possible! Choose the workout that's right for you and discover the stressblasting benefits of working to tone your body as you move toward your special day.
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