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VOL 18 | NO 2 | COMPLIMENTARY

Beauty Skin Deep & Beyond

Have A Ball Short Shorts Hot Heels Sizzling Style

Styling The Stars Makeup Artist Heather Richardson

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Inside This Issue

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Editor’s Note A Ballplayer Looks Back

10 Girl Power Eat, Shop, Drink & Be Powerful

16 The Queen’s List Goings On Around Town

18 Styling The Stars Makeup Artist Heather Richardson

22 Artfully Aware Holistic Chiropractor Shauna Christensen

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26 Seen In The City Out & About In Charlotte

30 Dwellings Renovations That Sizzle

37 Play Ball Take Me Out To BB&T BallPark

40 Style Get Sporty

18 45 Find Your Summer Glow Beauty Experts Offer Advice

52 Business Spotlight Urban Skin Solutions For All Types Of Skin www.TodaysCharlotteWomanMag.com | June 2014 6

54 Health Flash An Apple A Day & Other Wisdom

58 I Really Think A Bang Up Job

OnTheCover Model Paige Marie Duke has a ball.

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PHOTO BY MICHAEL C. HERNANDEZ

From The Editor » By Karsen Price www.TodaysCharlotteWomanMag.com | June 2014 8

Volume 18, Number 2 June 2014

A Ballplayer Looks Back ack before I was a grownup, before I was a horse fanatic and known for my love of words, I was a ballplayer.

Softball, that is.

I don’t remember being taught how to play. My earliest memories of the sport include playing catch with my buddy Kevin, who was one year younger than me but infinitely cooler.

I remember thinking if I could throw as hard as Kevin, he might ask me to “go with him,” i.e., be his girlfriend.

He never did, but I turned out to be quite the ballplayer, instead.

My parents started playing church ball when I was approximately 7. I spent summers at makeshift ball fields, where I chased after Kevin and ate all sorts of candy and accidentally whacked my cousin Karen in the head with a bat. My father helped lead the decision to create a ball field at the church of my youth (Steele Creek Presbyterian), and as soon as I was allowed to play I was on the women’s team there, in addition to playing for Steele Creek Athletic Association, and later, school ball and in Park Road Park’s rec leagues. It was not uncommon for me to be on two or three teams simultaneously, and I usually had my best friend, Susan, in tow.

As a child, my father was always my assistant coach, and my head coach was Susan’s father, a man I still to this day call Mr. Coskrey, out of respect and sheer habit.

I blew out my knee at 15, and my dreams of nabbing a college softball scholarship dissolved into dust. (My

puny batting average in high school might not have helped.) Regardless, I kept on playing, moving back and forth from shortstop to third base, always wearing my trusty DonJoy knee brace. (Just like Dan Marino’s, according to my orthopedist.)

As an adult, I often played co-ed for my father at the church, where the infield was so bumpy it made shagging balls as dangerous as fielding erratic missiles, and you could watch the airplanes fly startlingly close overhead on their descent to Charlotte Douglas International Airport a few miles away. In fact, from age 7 to 38, I was usually at the ball field, and my father was typically close by. For years, he never missed a game.

In many ways, the bond he and I share today was cultivated on the dusty fields of the ballparks of my youth.

My last experiences with softball came from an insanely competitive women’s-only league in Tega Cay, where many women could hit it out of the 350-feet parks with ease.

Seriously. In this league, my knee put its foot down, so to speak. The old injury of my youth voted vehemently against playing double-headers most Sundays, and I had to come to terms with the simple fact that it wasn’t worth playing on Sunday, and hobbling painfully Monday through Saturday. I hung up my glove, but not my love of the sport. I am still a ballplayer at heart … and a Daddy’s Girl, all the way.

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GIRLPOWER Eat, Shop, Drink & Be Powerful • Compiled By Karsen Price

From Athlete To Athena Victoria Vesce Finds Beauty In Her Strength

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ictoria Vesce may be the newly crowned Miss North Carolina International 2014, but in a former (childhood) life, she was a tomboy and an athlete who never put a lot of stock in makeup and dresses.

Vesce grew up immersed in athletics. In high school, she was a fouryear varsity basketball player, and a soccer and volleyball player. The recent graduate from North Carolina State University didn’t enter the world of pageants until she was a senior in high school, and was driven by a desire to try something new.

She soon found pageants were uniquely competitive, and strikingly similar to sports in that regard.

“I actually think that having a sports background helped me in pageants,” Vesce says. “Pageants are a competition, just like sports. I had never worn makeup or had my nails and hair done like you need to for the stage, so all of that was a complete new world.

I fell in love with the challenge and the process.”

That love has translated into much success. Vesce won the title of Miss North Carolina United States, and placed second runner-up at the Miss United States pageant. This summer,Vesce is competing in the 2014 Miss International Pageant in Jacksonville, Fla. Pageants have taught Vesce many life skills, including enhancing her interview skills and on-stage presence. They have also afforded her the opportunity to model for such designers as Sheri Hill, Jovani and Juan Carlos Pinera.

Most importantly, the pageant system gives her a larger platform for her anti-bullying campaign. Vesce promotes her platform of anti-bullying via her S.U.P.E.R. Hero Kids program, which she presents to elementary schools, Boys and Girls Clubs, churches and other venues. She is involved in community service, and volunteers on a regular basis, whether in street ministry or child advocacy. She is also writing a children’s book that correlates with her S.U.P.E.R. Hero Kids program.

In addition to pageants,Vesce has enjoyed success with acting. This past fall, she starred in the full-length feature film “Athena Goddess of War,” which was

produced by Maiden Comics Studios and filmed in the Charlotte area. The film is set to release within the next three months.

She admits that playing the female superhero Athena was fun and empowering. “All of their films portray strong female characters,” she says.

Here,Vesce shares her experiences with both pageants and acting.

Q: What was it like switching over from athletics to pageants?

A: I never really knew that much about pageants. Honestly, the pageant world was very foreign. I had always been a bit of a “tomboy.” I have two older brothers and grew up on a farm, so hunting and fishing were hobbies. Getting into sports was a natural for me. Once I started playing school sports, I was consumed with the life of an athlete. My senior year, I had offers to continue my basketball career in college, but injured my shoulder and ended my basketball career. On a whim, I was searching through the Internet and read about the different pageant systems and the benefits, so I decided to give one a try! I wanted to “step out of the box” and entering a pageant seemed like a good leap.

Q: Tell me about your upcoming part in the film “Athena Goddess of War.” (I’m sure every woman would like to play the goddess of wisdom!)

A: Being chosen for the part of Athena in the movie was a dream come true. As you know, there are not that many female superheroes in Hollywood blockbuster films, so the opportunity to portray a strong female character as the lead hero in the film was life changing. The movie is set in modern-day times, but references Greek mythology quite a bit. In the movie, the only thing standing between the impending invasion and certain annihilation of mankind is Athena, the Goddess of War, and seven brave humans courageous enough to join the fight to save mankind. The fight scenes were intense. I had to learn how to throw “fake” punches and “fall” convincingly. I even pick up and throw a few cars along the way! I might seem a bit angry in most of the film, but that is really my intense focus. You know, the world had to be saved and such! [Laughs]

Welcome!

Q: What do you love about sports?

A: Competitive sports run through my blood. In life, I always strive to be the best I can be at whatever I do. I love the

feeling of accomplishment when I reach a goal or win a game, and the training process and physical fitness aspect of sports is beneficial throughout life. Sports inspire you to be dedicated while encouraging fair play, show respect for opponents, and exercise polite behavior.

Q: Why did you pick anti-bullying as your platform?

A: My platform is one that I personally experienced and lived through. During my middle-school years, I was bullied relentlessly, but the bullying escalated when the attacks went cyber. It was a very tumultuous time in my life. As a young teen, you think this is the end of the world. Once again, sports served as an outlet that allowed me to channel my energy toward a positive goal. My experience allows me to empathize with those going through bullying and to encourage them.

TOLEARNMORE Victoria Vesce is proud to represent North Carolina in the 2014 Miss International Pageant, held in Jacksonville, Fla., July 28 through August 2. Visit Missinternational.us.

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Dr. Reid is a native of Charlotte, NC. She received her Undergraduate degree from WinstonSalem State University. She then continued her education at Hampton where she received her Master in Science and then entered into Meharry Medical College School of Dentistry. After dental school Dr. Reid continued her training at Philadelphia Veteran Affairs Medical Center. Dr. Reid has been practicing in the Charlotte area since 2011. She currently sits on the board for the Charlotte Medical Society and is a member of both the Old North State Dental Society and National Dental Association. Dr. Reid is married and she enjoys exercising, trying new vegan restaurants and traveling.

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Girl Power » Shop Talk » By Lori K. Tate

Color Me Healthy

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Gorgeous Glo Offers Tanning, Safely

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nne Pipkin loves having a tan, but she steers clear of the sun. The mother of three knows all too well about the dangers of tanning: Her father died of melanoma at the age of 65 in 2000.

“My sister was diagnosed with melanoma the next year, but hers was not fatal,” Pipkin says. “From 2000 on, I’ve looked for alternatives to the sun.”

Although she has never used a tanning bed, Pipkin has tried a variety of sunless tanning techniques. She started using Infinity Sun approximately five years ago and was hooked. The spray-on tanning system is 100 percent organic; its main ingredient is an extract from brown sugar.

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Pipkin has made quite a name for herself as a serial entrepreneur, and she hails from the investment banking world.

When she discovered the owner of Infinity Sun was moving to Miami, she recognized a business opportunity. She offered to buy the business. At first there was no interest, but a few months later the owner called Pipkin.

“We had three weeks to figure out a business plan, and we did it,” she says.

Pipkin’s first location opened in Charlotte’s Midtown area in 2010. Three years later, she opened a location in the SouthPark area, and this past spring she set up shop in Cornelius’ Jetton Village.

Gorgeous Glo is also the official spray tanner for Miss North Carolina USA and Miss South Carolina USA pageants.

Pipkin understands that getting an allover spray tan puts clients in a vulnerable situation initially, but says that she and her trained staff make it as comfortable as possible.

“You have to educate the public as to why this is different than a tanning bed,” Pipkin explains. “The process takes 15 minutes, and when you walk out, you look fabulous. It sprays on beautifully, and it doesn’t have an odor.”

Women between the ages of 25 and 35 are her biggest demographic. Pipkin says spray tanning is popular with that group because they were the little girls whose mothers slathered them with sunscreen, denying them tans during the summer.

She adds that, if moisturized properly, this type of spray tan can last six to 10 days with no harmful side effects.

Gorgeous Glo also offers hair blowouts and face sprays, which are extremely popular during the winter months with women — and men.

“With a face spray, your teeth look whiter, and the whites of your eyes look whiter,” she says. “Many folks come in before a job interview for them. People just feel better with some color.”

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Girl Power » Good Eats

Hearts Of Palm Salad With Maine Lobster & Creamy Walnut Dressing

For the salad: 2 ounces blended olive oil 2 1 pound whole Maine Lobsters 1 cup baby green beans, blanched & cut into half on bias 1 cup roasted shiitake mushrooms, cleaned & roasted crispy 2 cups hearts of palm, sliced thin ½ cup cherry tomatoes, cut in half ¼ cup walnut oil vinaigrette www.TodaysCharlotteWomanMag.com | June 2014 14

Poach the lobster in boiling salted water for 8 minutes. Remove and plunge into ice water to stop the cooking process. Remove and dry off the lobster. Remove the lobster from the shell.

Clean the mushrooms with a paper towel and slice into semi-thin strips.

In a very hot pan and a little blended olive oil, add shiitake mushrooms in small amounts. Roast until crispy.

Remove and place on paper towels.

Repeat until all mushrooms are cooked and crispy.

Heat saucepan over medium-low heat. Season the lobster tail meat and claws with salt and pepper. Add a little oil to the pan, and then carefully place the lobster in the pan. Sear for 1 to 2 minutes on each side. Add beurre monté and poach for 2 minutes. Remove and keep warm.

Toss fresh hearts of palm, baby green beans, roasted mushrooms and tomatoes in a mixing bowl, and dress with walnut dressing and sea salt/pepper.

Place a small mound of salad in the center of the plate. Slice the lobster tail in half lengthwise and place on top of the salad. Drizzle a little extra virgin oil on salad along with fresh cut chives.

For the dressing: 3 eggs 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard 2 tablespoons lemon juice 1 shallot, diced fine 1 cup sherry vinegar 1 cup walnut oil 2 cups canola oil Salt & pepper to taste In a mixing bowl, add the egg yolks and whisk until smooth. Add the mustard, lemon juice, shallots and vinegar, and whisk until blended.

Slowly add the walnut oil in a steady stream, and mix oil until emulsified.

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1 pound sugar 6 cups warm water 4 cups Cuervo Silver Tequila 1 cup Monin blackberry syrup 2 1/2 cups Triple Sec 3 cups blackberry puree 2 1/2 cups Natural Brands lime juice 2 cups ice

For blackberry puree: 2 1/2 cups fresh blackberries 1/2 cup sugar 1/3 cup hot sugar water Make the sugar water first by mixing the warm water and sugar in a bowl with a whisk. (The water

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must be warm in order to melt the sugar.)

Next, make the blackberry puree by mixing 1/3 cup of hot sugar water with blackberries.

Puree in a blender.

Combine the tequila, triple sec, Monin syrup, sugar water and lime juice, and stir. Add blackberry puree and stir.

Place in a blender with ice, and blend until ice is thoroughly incorporated with the blackberry mixture to a slushy texture.

Garnish with two fresh blackberries on a toothpick.

Yield: 1.5 Gallon.

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Queens List

QUEEN’SLIST Goings On Around Our Town

Festival Of Music Third Annual Concert Series on’t miss the third annual Charlotte New Music Festival, an international composers workshop and concert series June 11 through 28.

Founded by Elizabeth Kowalski, the festival will premiere music by local and national composers, and includes 13 concerts of contemporary classical music. The festival also includes music composition workshops, presentations, lectures, an electronic music workshop, and panel discussions conducted by world-renowned guest composers and musicians.

The Dance Col-Lab, a collaborative branch of the CNMF, will conduct a choreography and dance intensive, including workshops, dance classes, showings, and two concerts.

WANTTOGO? Visit Charlottenewmusic.org or call 704/951-5910 for location and schedule.

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With America’s Next Top Model Bianca Chardei

ivine Expressions by Sondra is presenting its annual celebrity-hosted fashion event on June 14, with America’s Next Top Model Bianca Chardei serving as celebrity host.

“Entirely Natural With A Fashion Flare” begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Embassy Suites Hotel. The starstudded gala spotlights fashions by prestigious local and national designers, including Luis Machicao. Fashions will highlight recyclables, natural fabric, fitness and wellness.

Divine Expressions by Sondra creates events with philanthropy in mind. This year, the event will benefit Mulata’s Magnificent Minds Inc., a nonprofit for education.

The goal is to raise $100,000 to pilot children to greater educational and professional opportunities.

WANTTOGO? Visit Divine-expressions.com. Visit Mulatamagnificentminds.org or call 980/226-6564 to make a donation.

Sensual Ceramics LaCa Exhibit By Jeannine Marchand

Women Of Vision National Geographic Photographers At The Mint

WANTTOGO? The exhibit is free for Mint Museum members. Non-member adults pay a $10 special exhibition fee after general museum admission ($10 for adults, free on Wednesdays 5 to 9 p.m.).

WANTTOGO? LaCa Projects is located at 1429 Bryant St. Gallery hours are 1 to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. Visit Lacaprojects.com, or call 704/837-1688. For artist information, visit Jeanninemarchand.com.

Will Run For Beer NoDa 5K Benefits RunningWorks rab your running shoes and head out to NoDa June 7 for the NoDa 5K, presented by NoDa Brewing Company and powered by OrthoCarolina.

The race benefits RunningWorks, a nonprofit running program founded to encourage the homeless community to rediscover the power of teamwork, discipline and exercise. Enjoy cool swag, free beer, live music and food trucks, plus a pint as soon as you cross the finish line!

WANTTOGO? NoDa Brewing Company is located at 2229 N. Davidson St. [TCW]

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he influential work of 11 award-winning National Geographic photojournalists is on display at the Mint Museum Uptown as part of the exhibit “Women of Vision: National Geographic Photographers on Assignment.”

Presented by the PNC Financial Services Group, the Mint Museum is the first stop on the national tour of the exhibition following its run at the National Geographic Museum in Washington, D.C. “This show is a true celebration of creativity, and it continues the museum’s ongoing dedication to the important medium of photography,” says Dr. Kathleen V. Jameson, president and CEO of the Mint.

“Women of Vision”features nearly 100 photographs, including moving depictions of far-flung cultures, compelling illustrations of conceptual topics such as memory and teenage brain chemistry, and arresting images of social issues like child marriage and 21st-century slavery. In addition to the photos, visitors can learn how National Geographic magazine picture editors work with photographers to select images and tell a story.

Founded in 1888, the National Geographic Society is one of the world’s largest nonprofit scientific and educational organizations. The exhibit was brought to Charlotte through support from Dickens Mitchener Residential Real Estate, the Mint Museum Auxiliary, UTC Aerospace Systems, and Moore & Van Allen.

atin American Contemporary Art Projects is presenting a breathtaking ceramics exhibition featuring Puerto Rican artist Jeannine Marchand.

“Con Relacin al Espacio” is a body of work based on Marchand’s studio as her environment — or a room of one’s own. The show, which runs through June 20, focuses on on her pieces of framed ceramic folds, juxtaposed with sculpture, which reinterpret windows and doors as points of departure, exploring notions of body and space.

“The exhibition is breathtakingly sensual, and displays marvelous technique and precision, sure to captivate all who experience it,” says Neely Verano, gallery director.

Marchand is a studio artist living in Spruce Pine, N.C. She creates white organic ceramic forms and wall sculptures, and her work can be found in private and public collections, including the Museo de Arte Contemporneo de Puerto Rico.

This is the first ceramics exhibition to be featured at LaCa Projects since its opening in March 2013. Located in the heart of the revitalized FreeMoreWest neighborhood, LaCa Projects is dedicated to the presentation, development and promotion of Latin American art and culture within the U.S.

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Mover & Shaker Âť By Melinda Johnston Âť Photos By Andrea Perullo de Ledesma

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STYLING THE STARS Behind The Scenes With Makeup Artist Heather Richardson zone and go back to school in her mid-30s that gave her the skills and confidence needed to work in the production industry.

About Face “I had been a hair stylist for about 15 years, but always wanted to do makeup,” Richardson says. “I just never took the time to learn. I finally decided it was now or never. In 2006, I sold my business, moved to L.A., and enrolled in Joe Blasco Makeup to learn makeup production. And I absolutely loved it!”

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eather Richardson, owner of Tah-Tah Studio, is a hairstylist, makeup artist, and sells her own line of cosmetics. While she provides hair and makeup services to regular clientele in her new, one-chair Myers Park location, she also has her hands in the hair and on the faces of some big-name celebrities.

Richardson says she’s amazed at the opportunities that have come her way, but it was her willingness to leave her comfort

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Isn’t Hard To Do

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Making Up

She adds, “I was one of a handful of older students, and I was definitely a nerd. I stayed after class every day soaking in as much as I could and doing whatever they would let me do.”

Once she finished her training, she could have made a comfortable living on the West Coast. Instead, she chose to move back east and hang out her shingle in the Queen City — this time for both hair and makeup.

Her first big celebrity break came in 2008. One of her regular clients, who had recently moved to Charlotte from Washington, D.C.,

received a call while in Richardson’s chair. In a few days, Chelsea Clinton would be traveling here to join her mother, and the two would be leaving Charlotte early the next morning to fly to the Kentucky Derby. Did the client know a good stylist/makeup artist?

Richardson jumped at the chance.

“I met Chelsea at the Westin Hotel at 5:30 in the morning. She was really worried about her hair and whether I would know how to style it, but that was the easy part. I had done hair for so long I could have styled it with my eyes closed.

But my hand was shaking when I was applying her makeup!”

Richardson remembers.

She was thrilled to see a picture of Clinton a few days later in her full Kentucky Derby regalia, sporting the makeup and hairstyle that Richardson had crafted in those predawn hours. Ironically, that same picture appeared again recently in People magazine, along with the news of Clinton’s pregnancy.

Beauty For Celebrities Richardson has worked on many other editorial shoots since then, with one of the most memorable including the cast of the movie

eather Richardson has styled many women, from celebrities to normal folks. She encourages all women to experiment with makeup techniques and products, to create the best look.

“Women should feel good about wearing makeup,” she says.

“It can make an unbelievable difference. You can have a great look in just 10 minutes, and the right makeup and skincare can take 10 years off of your appearance.”

Richardson offers these top makeup tips: • Choose the right brushes. You must have the right tools to apply makeup properly, and keeping your brushes clean is key.

• Educate yourself on proper skincare and follow it consistently.

• Choose the right colors for your skin, and the right on-trend color for the season.

• Oftentimes with makeup, particularly for younger girls, remember that less can give better results.

• Attention, older women! Don’t be afraid to punch up your look, Richardson says. Defined eyes or a pop of color on cheeks or lips can do wonders.

PHOTO BY GARRY JONES, AP

TOLEARNMORE Tah-Tah Studio is located at 2727 Selwyn Ave. Visit Tahtahmakeup.com, or call 704/400-4359.

Melinda Johnston is a freelance writer who loves to dabble in makeup.

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“The Hunger Games.”

“The day after it wrapped, the cast gathered at the Phillip Morris plant in Concord for the Young Hollywood spread in Vanity Fair. I was honored to assist makeup artist Rebecca Restrepo on the shoot,” Richardson says.

Though the demands are very different, she’s worked extensively in film, as well.

“With editorial, you have all the time in the world.

Production is warp speed. But both are exciting,” she says.

During a stint with ESPN, Richardson estimates she’s done the hair and makeup of nearly every NASCAR driver on the planet. She has also worked with basketball legend Michael Jordan and his family for a Nike commemorative video.

Two of her most recent production projects were movies filmed in and around the Charlotte area, and both are set to release this fall.

For the Nick Jonas film, “Be Careful What You Wish For,” Richardson not only worked with Jonas, but also with Isabel Lucas and Dermot Mulroney, among others.

On “Tusk,” a Kevin Smith film, she was the department head of hair and also worked with the special effects crew.

Though she can’t reveal the name of the star or the storyline just yet, she says the film is a must-see.

She’s grateful for the work that continues to come her way, and credits the location, networking, and, most of all, her mentors for her good fortune.

“North Carolina has a great reputation for local crews, and it makes more sense for studios to hire locally than to fly people in,” she says. “I feel very fortunate to have been embraced by some of the most phenomenal and talented professionals who have mentored me and helped me along in my career.”

And although Richardson is constantly juggling her production work with her regular schedule of clients, she wouldn’t have it any other way. “I’m a workaholic, but I love what I do,” she says. “I don’t have much downtime, but my work is so much fun!” [TCW]

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“Women are so hard on themselves. I think when we make the choice to make ourselves a priority and take care of ourselves, that’s beauty. We say, ‘I’m worthy of love and life.’ ” — Shauna Christensen

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Aware Holistic Chiropractor Shauna Christensen r. Shauna Christensen may be the most intuitive woman you have met.

As a chiropractor steeped in holistic care, Dr. Christensen, like many in her field, has seen her share of twisted backs, neck aches and shoulder pain. However, she is not a typical “back cracker.” The difference is that she cares for her patients in a style of awareness that one can only call keenly perceptive.

She’s no psychic, but her clients will tell you she instinctively molds both physical and emotional healing for her patients.

“You can look at someone and tell how stressed they are. People come in wearing how they feel on their face,” Dr. Christensen says. “Anyone who’s worked with the body has an awareness."

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Dr. Christensen has been practicing holistic care in Dilworth for nearly 20 years. In 1995, she opened her practice, and moved in 1997 to her current location in the heart of Dilworth at 505 East Blvd. Since then she’s won awards for best chiropractor in Charlotte, and she works with a variety of dancers and staff affiliated with North Carolina Dance Theatre.

“I love my job,” she says.

That affection developed when she was a psych/neuroscience double major at Smith College.

She was hit by a car at 21, went to a chiropractor and found relief.

During that time, her college boyfriend was injured in a car accident that left him in a coma initially, and later in rehabilitation. “He never recovered and was left severely brain-damaged. Because of that process, I wanted to go into a field where I could inspire health,” she says.

Dr. Christensen received her doctoral degree from Western States Chiropractic College in Oregon in 1992.

She moved to the Queen City, engaged to a naturopathic

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physician. During the relationship, she honed her intuitive and holistic skills.

She sees alignments as resetting switches in the body, and uses holistic treatments to create further healing.

“When you are adjusting the spine, you are resetting the circuit breaker or rebooting the computer,” Dr. Christensen says. “If you are experiencing dysfunction, the body adapts, but you may still have pain. If someone is having shoulder or neck aches, for me, it’s like unpeeling or removing the layers to find why that is.

It’s almost like an archeological dig working on patients.”

She offers chiropractic adjustments, nutritional advice, a line of botanical and organic supplements, and bio-meridian testing — electro dermal screening that assesses acupuncture meridians of the body. Her office also offers massage therapy, saliva hormone testing, aqua chi footbaths, weight loss plans, injury recall techniques and Cox Flexion Distraction, a method designed to treat disc bulges and herniation.

She says, “My mantra has always been: ‘God, please bring me people who I can help and people who truly want to be helped,’ As a consequence, I have great patients.”

Many of those patients are women. Dr. Christensen says her work is “very maternal.”

“I feel a special pull toward treating women,” she says. “After they have had a child or after their last child, their adrenal gland is basically falling apart. The endocrine system is down, and they’re usually depressed.”

She admits she sees herself in many of her female patients. “A lot of us have to

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frequently. Overall, she projects a youthful, hip image.

Staying fit is a priority. “I have to do something cardio almost every day,” she says. She frequents the Dowd YMCA, where she favors the elliptical machine and does weights occasionally. “I have a pretty physical job,” she notes with a laugh.

She may be trim, but she adjusts spines with vigor, releasing endorphins in patients and allowing them to leave with an intense sense of well-being.

Above all, Dr. Christensen has strong wishes for women.

“If I had a magic wand, I would ‘ping’ all women to drop self-judgment,” she says. “Women are so hard on themselves.

I think when we make the choice to make ourselves a priority and take care of ourselves, that’s beauty. We say, ‘I’m worthy of love and life.’ ” [TCW]

play the role of women and men, and it’s exhausting,” she says. “We put all this pressure on ourselves to be everything and the stressors are huge.”

Love Of Self As much as she cares for others, these days, Dr. Christensen is focusing on her own path of continued self-awareness.

As the single mother of son McRae, 9, she is busy with her full-time practice and raising her child. A self-described extrovert at work and introvert at home, she is turning her awareness inward, contemplating her “me” time, perhaps a common thread for women who reach the milestone age of 50.

“My personal goal right now is what’s going to be fun for me?” she says.

“I’ve always been a cheerleader for women taking care of themselves,” she adds. “Women go from baby stress to hot flashes in a lifetime, and they come to me saying their memory is not what it used to be. I often hear, ‘I’m not feeling like myself.’ Much of that is not putting the oxygen mask on themselves once in a while.”

She believes that everyone should eat properly, drink lots of water, get plenty of sleep, exercise regularly and take fish

oils. She has strong feelings about food.

“Wheat, dairy and sugar — when you have less of that, the better you feel,” she says. “The body really wants to be healthy. All it takes is to remove the deterrents.”

She appears to have nailed her own health. Her skin is flawless, and she has beautiful hair that she tends to clip up

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SEENINTHECITY Out & About In Charlotte

n April 24, the Isabella Santos Foundation hosted Girls’ Night Out, where the world of fashion collided with a good cause. The event, held at The Fillmore, benefited the Ronald McDonald House of Charlotte, which provides families of children being treated in area medical facilities with a safe, affordable “home away from home.”

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Model mom Jessica, with husband Joshua and newborn Riley.

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Scott Pridemore founded Pridemore Properties after being affiliated for 14 years with a large Charlotte real estate firm. In spite of the soft real estate market, Pridemore and his team have experienced their most successful years yet. With an aggressive marketing plan to get listings sold, Pridemore has found unique ways to guide his clients through a challenging real estate market. “A satisfied client is not enough. It’s about constantly striving to produce results beyond and out of the ordinary,” Pridemore says.

Gaye Law is a Charlotte native with over 40 years of experience as a realtor/broker in North and South Carolina, and is affiliated with Cottingham Chalk. An avid gardener and painter, Law is a certified color expert and has been featured on CBS’s “48 Hours With Bernie Goldberg.”

She is a Graduate of Realtors Institute, and a member of the National Association of Realtors and Charlotte Regional Realtor Association. “I am qualified to professionally serve you by acquainting you with my beloved city as well as help you with buying and selling real estate,” Law says.

Kathy Kreshon Carver, of RE/MAX Metro Realty, has over 24 years of experience in the business. Her specialties include development land, farm and land, luxury homes, foreclosure properties and relocation, among others. Over the years, Carver has found that marketing is very important, and she has developed a team of experts to help her with staging, photography, and marketing.

“With a team of experts to help me, we can get the job done in the least amount of time and for the most profit to the seller!” she says.

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Renovations That Work Andrew Roby is a growing custom homebuilder and residential contractor with offices across North Carolina — from Boone to Charlotte to the coast. Chris Maynard, director of project management and sales with Andrew Roby, says anyone looking to renovate should consider sprucing two spaces for maximum added value to the home: the kitchen and master bathroom.

“Any time you renovate the kitchen and master bathroom, it always adds great value,” Maynard says. “Also, adding heated square feet through an addition always carries value, as long as it doesn’t price the home out of the market.”

Brian Hedgepeth, purchasing and estimating manager of custom homebuilder Kingswood Homes, agrees that kitchen and master bathroom renovations add the most value. But even smaller projects can be worthwhile.

“A fresh coat of paint goes a long way on a house that is somewhat outdated,” he adds. “Also, refinishing the kitchen cabinets changes the overall appearance, adding value.”

Jim Phelps, of Jim Phelps Collection, enjoys offering clients a fabulous eye for detail, which helps create amazing results for unique and timeless spaces. He says regardless of which room you decide to improve, sticking with the experts is your best bet.

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or many women, the home is an endless project that is never really “done.” As soon as one room is perfect — from fresh paint to new furniture to perky pillows — it’s time to overhaul the next space.

To be sure, any improvement makes a home feel happy and bright. But industry experts around Charlotte can offer tips to help point renovation-happy homeowners in the right direction this summer, especially when it comes to adding value to your abode.

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“First off, hire a skilled residential designer or architect with a good eye for detail,� he says. “Secondly, bringing in additional natural light always helps with increasing value. And getting rid of museum spaces in the home and truly making each space functional for the family by combining spaces should be every homeowner’s goal.�

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The Outdoors Is In Maynard notes that the hottest trend on the market today is the creation of functional and fun outdoor living spaces. “We’re seeing a lot of construction in backyards,� he says. “A lot of our clients are investing in projects to extend their living space and get their families outdoors. The most common project we see is the covered patio. It doesn’t require a lot of room and is different from client to client based on what fits their needs best.�

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For families with children, Maynard says there is no better investment than outdoor play areas. Andrew Roby has added several custom playsets and clubhouses for clients.

“We often work hand-in-hand with the children to get their input,” Maynard says.

“We have also created putting greens and outdoor courts for boccé ball, cornhole and horseshoes — fun activities for both children and adults.”

Hedgepeth also has found many homeowners putting outdoor living spaces at the top of their “to-do list” this summer.

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Cindy Marze, with Hearth & Patio, says the outdoors is on everyone’s mind this summer — perhaps due in part to the prolonged winter the Carolinas experienced in 2014. She says one of the hottest new products — literally — for easy entertaining options outdoors is Fornetto’s wood-fired ovens and smokers, which come in a variety of colors and features and are perfect for pizzas.

The ovens feature solid cast-iron doors, stainless-steel oven interiors and a separate fire chamber, offering an easy way to create a variety of delicious recipes, including pizzas, roasted meats, and more.

“We show the red Fornetto in our stores — they have beautiful accessories,” Marze says.

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ey, batter-batter. Swing, batter.

It’s been a long time since those words have echoed along the streets of uptown Charlotte, but finally, minor league baseball has returned to the Queen City, setting up house in a brandspanking-new stadium on South Mint Street.

The stadium’s new presence has made Charlotte an even more exciting place for both the casual and the committed sports fan. With affordable ticket prices, a killer view of the city’s skyline, and easy access to plenty of pre- and post-game entertainment, BB&T BallPark is the hottest thing in town this spring. And its reach extends further than just nine innings.

Lindsey Roycraft, director of community and team relations for the Charlotte Knights, explains that the organization is centered on family fun and entertainment, not just homeruns and strikes.

“It’s our goal that everyone leaves with a smile on his or her face,” she says. “Whether the team wins or loses — because we have no control over that — we just want the fans to be able to come out and have a great time, eat some delicious food, and hang out with friends and family.”

The park’s proximity to all that downtown Charlotte has to offer is allowing visitors to spend plenty of time enjoying other spots around town before they head to the game. Others come

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to watch baseball and explore the uptown area afterward. Both are options that simply weren’t available in the more remote area surrounding the team’s former Fort Mill-based ballpark — and it’s something that is transforming Knights baseball into a full-fledged entertainment experience.

“We have people telling us they didn’t go to one game down in Fort Mill, yet they’ve been to 80 percent of our home games here in Charlotte.

We’ve sold out most of our games so far. It’s so exciting to have these fans coming into the ballpark,” Roycraft says.

Though the hype surrounding the new stadium is drawing a crowd organically, the front office remains proactive about reaching out to a wide range of people in the city, especially

its female fan base.

So what makes Knights baseball appealing to women, specifically?

For one, estimates put the number of women baseball fans in the U.S. at roughly 46 percent. Add in a gorgeous new stadium with the allure of downtown, and females are coming in droves.

It helps that the Knights offer family and female-focused events and promotions, such as Family Night, where kids get to run the bases after games. There’s Country-Western Night, and Dog Day (where pooches are allowed at the park). For the kiddos, there’s Boy Scout and Girl Scout Nights, when troops get to pitch tents, sleep in the outfield, and watch movies on the Jumbotron.

There’s also Pink Night. Players don

pink jerseys, while the park is decked out in pink to raise money for breast cancer research.

But for many women, baseball in its purest form is fun enough … and thankfully, all types of fans, from serious to silly, are welcome at BB&T BallPark.

Even the food and beverage selection has been elevated to a higher level at the new stadium. Baseball fans aren’t limited to hot dogs, burgers and heavy beers while at the game, although those are certainly available.

The ballpark offers two full bars, serves Barefoot wine products, and has a wide range of food choices that will appeal to health-conscious visitors.

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Roycraft says has received praise from female fans who “may like to eat a bit better than the guys do when they come to a game.”

Knights fans also enjoy a more interactive experience than what you often find in the major leagues, which makes the game compelling for gamegoers with all levels of baseball knowledge and experience.

Roycraft says, “At the minor league level, we have the duty of being more interactive with the fans. Before the games, the fans hang out by the dugout. Our players are great about signing autographs, saying hello, and talking to the kids. It’s really cool at the minor league level to watch them here, and then to get to see them grow and mature as a baseball player.” [TCW]

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good ummer is here and the time is ripe for hitting the ballpark in style. Whether it’s a game at BB&T BallPark, a chance to watch your favorite major league team around the country, or your kid’s all-star game, bring on the style. Short shorts, high heels, casual clothes and plenty of layers are the ticket, especially for those night games. Don’t be out, be in — style, that is.

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Shop Summer Styles! Our Creativity Knows No Boundaries Luna’s at the Lake has been serving the Lake Norman community since 1998 with style and unsurpassed service. Shopping by appointment available. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram to see our latest arrivals.

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It’s well worth the trip to the beautiful shores of Lake Wylie to visit TWO unique Consignment Stores! Echo Consignment Boutique carries upscale women’s clothing, handbags, jewelry, shoes and accessories. You’ll find premium brands such as Coach, J. Jill, Dooney & Bourke, Banana Republic, St. John, Louis Vuitton, Ralph Lauren and Chico’s just to name a few! Just steps away is Echo Attic, featuring unique home décor, home furnishings, original artwork, and select discounted Boutique items. Come have lunch overlooking the lake, then just minutes away, discover why it’s worth the trip to shop and save at two fabulous locations!

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he search for beauty is an ageold endeavor, one that has been going on for centuries. And it doesn’t seem to be going out of style any time soon! We all know that real beauty is more than skin deep, but it’s only natural to want to look your best. With that in mind, consider the following “get gorgeous” tips from Charlotte-area experts, who have more than a few tricks up their sleeves to help cultivate your most fabulous inner and outer beautiful self.

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Skinfully Delicious

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Darst Dermatology is dedicated to providing quality skincare in a caring atmosphere. The team, led by Dr. Marc Darst, specializes in diseases of the skin as well as surgical and aesthetic procedures, and provides individualized care for infants through adults.

Dr. Darst notes that there is no premium more important than healthy skin.

“Beautiful, healthy skin is a reflection of the care a woman has taken of herself throughout her life,” he says.

“At Darst Dermatology, we preach to our young patients how important it is not to sunbathe or do other activities that can damage the skin, such as exposure to harsh chemicals or tanning beds. Sun damage to the neck, chest and the back of the hands can cause lasting damage that shows up in our 40s and 50s.”

Dr. Darst says sun damage is treatable, but he suggests that all female patients apply a moisturizer with at least SPF-30 sunscreen every morning to the face, décolleté and the back of the hands. He suggests reapplication of sunscreen throughout the day and the use of sunprotective clothing, such as a hat and sunglasses, to help reduce the damage from the sun’s ultra-violet radiation.

Several products make reapplication elegant and easy, including Intellishade by Revision or Powder Me SPF Dry Sunscreen by Jane Iredale.

In addition, Dr. Darst is excited about a new procedure that offers a novel blend of laser and light therapy. The therapeutic combination treats sunspots, melasma, small

spider veins and red spots, as well as fine lines and skin laxity. This new technology allows him to deliver a controlled amount of energy to exactly the level in the skin that he wants to treat, which results in a more comfortable, effective therapy with minimal recovery time.

Maintaining Beauty Criswell & Criswell Plastic Surgery is a husband-andwife team who together strive to provide exceptional medical care while also sharing their passion for helping more people “enhance their natural beauty.”

Dr. Kara Criswell and Dr. Bryan Criswell are both boardcertified plastic surgeons and fellows of the American College of Surgeons. They each have a background in art, and likewise bring a superior artistic level of attention to detail to each patient.

“I really see every individual as beautiful,” says Dr. Kara Criswell. “In many cases, what I am doing is taking a perfectly normal, healthy, beautiful person and trying to make them look better. It’s a huge responsibility. Many of the joys of life — such as the passing of time, sun and children — wear on our bodies. At Criswell & Criswell, we are able to help bring that new mommy back to her prepregnancy body, so she can look and feel great again.”

Darla Munn is patient care coordinator with Criswell & Criswell, and she notes that the practice can offer patients a maintenance plan for each stage of life.

“Sun damage, age spots, wrinkles and fine lines do not appear overnight,” Munn says. “But some days, it feels like

overnight! That’s when we ask ourselves,‘Where did that come from?’ With maintenance at each stage of your life, you can stay refreshed, have a youthful glow at any age and feel confident.”

Maintenance plans include physician-grade skincare, toxins that relax the muscles, such as Botox or Xeomin, and dermal fillers. Lastly, laser treatments and surgery can also help keep you ahead of the aging process.

“Patients of Criswell & Criswell feel comfortable, and capable of asking any and all questions without feeling rushed or embarrassed,” Munn says. “And clients love that they have a choice of a male or female board-certified plastic surgeon, as well as the convenience of choosing our SouthPark or Ballantyne location.”

Munn adds, “It’s all about feeling good in the skin you are in!”

address the most pressing and growing health concerns in our country,” Dr. Black says. “As a nation, and specifically as women, we are over-tired, stressed, over-stimulated and improperly nourished. By addressing these concerns through medications, supplements and lifestyle changes, our patients feel that their physical appearance and health has markedly improved.”

Dr. Black says hormone-balancing treatments can offer a bounty of beautiful benefits, from added hair luster to increased skin suppleness and nail strengthening. She can also help clients achieve a refined body silhouette through her weight-management programs, and improved muscle tone and energy levels from a customized wellness regimen.

“Our patients feel they look better,” she adds. “But the best thing that enhances the beauty of our patients is the smile we add to their faces.”

Healthy Equals Beauty At New Day Wellness Center, Dr. Kristin S. Black places her priority on the total well-being of a patient.

As a board-certified family practice physician, Dr. Black is highly experienced in understanding and treating the problems that arise due to interrelated conditions.

Services available at New Day include hormone balancing, weight loss/nutrition and direct primary care. Each of these benefit from Dr. Black’s ability to create a quality doctor-patient encounter that is not limited by the constraints of insurance filings and reimbursements.

“The services we offer at New Day are designed to

Permanently Pretty

Grin And Bare It Want to flash a glowing grin? Dr. Chris Bowman, of Advanced Dentistry of Charlotte, has been practicing for over 20 years and runs a multidisciplinary general practice located in Myers Park. He says there are four innovations in dentistry that are having a huge positive impact today.

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For the last 13 years, Judy Fairchild has been offering natural yet permanent makeup results to clients throughout the Charlotte area. Her business, Permanent Facial Makeup By Judy, has many best-selling treatments, but permanent brows, eyeliners and lip liners are the most common.

“Permanent makeup in general is a time-saver,” Fairchild says. “It gives you freedom. When you exercise or swim, or if you have oily skin and makeup rubs off easily, you no longer have to worry about that.”

Fairchild says that her business is truly a form of art.

She notes that permanent makeup takes an expert touch, and that takes time to develop. “It really takes time to develop your artistic ability,” she says.

She is aware that people tend to have misconceptions about permanent makeup.

“One common misconception is that permanent makeup looks unnatural,” she says. “For the first four days, it’s going to be heavier than the client wants, but once it heals, all of that calms down. It’s going to look like more is there at first because the pigment that you see is on top of the skin. Once the epidermis heals over it, it diffuses the color, but it has to be darker when it’s first done so that there is enough color left there when it heals.”

She also notes that permanent makeup is not the same as getting a tattoo, and the technique doesn’t last forever.

“In tattooing, ink is used,” she explains. “In permanent makeup, we use pigment. Everyone is different in terms of how long permanent makeup will last. It depends on a number of things — metabolism, the products you use on your face, how often you’re in the sun, etc.”

For Fairchild, customer satisfaction is key. “When you have a client that is comfortable, you have a happy client,” she says. “It makes the whole procedure easier for them and for me!”

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office, is a simplified, cosmetic orthodontic system for adults who want straight teeth fast.

Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation is a new solution for the common problem of receding gums, and it does not involve painful gum grafting. “I’m among the first 15 general dentists in the world to perform this procedure,� Dr. Bowman explains.

Conservative Combination Cosmetic Dentistry is an option that combines services like Six Month Smiles and porcelain veneers. The result? Dr. Bowman can do less “to the teeth� and do more “for the smile.�

Finally, dental implants have opened up a number of cosmetic opportunities for patients who previously had no good options for their teeth or smile.

Feels Like Family At Cotswold Family Dentistry, Dr. Jessica Patel, Dr. Darragh Bailey and Dr. Colleen Peleaux strive to treat every patient like family. “When you walk through our doors, you will see lots of smiles and laughter as well,� says Dr. Peleaux. “We are truly a family here at Cotswold Family

Dentistry and welcome the opportunity to show everyone what we are all about.�

At Cotswold, Invisalign — or clear braces — is a popular choice. “We give our hygiene re-care patients a full hour so that the hygienist and the doctor are able to spend one-on-one time dedicated especially for them,� Dr. Peleaux says. “We also use an injection system that is virtually painless and starts numbing the patient almost immediately.�

Also important at Cotswold Family Dentistry is an emphasis on continuing education classes. “We recently attended the Hinman Dental Conference in Atlanta,� she says. “The dentist and team stay up-to-date with new technology by attending continuing education classes every chance we get.�

Smile Makeovers With Cosmetic Dentistry of the Carolinas, you’ll be sitting pretty and smiling pretty. Dr. Ross Nash, who opened his Charlotte practice in 1980, focuses on esthetic and cosmetic treatment options for patients.

“Thin porcelain veneers to add better contour and color are the current rage for smile makeovers,” he says. “Very little or no tooth removal is needed for many situations, and often no anesthetic is required.”

These thin ceramic laminates have the potential to last for many years, are resistant to stain and can make stunning improvements in a person’s smile in only two appointments.

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“Our goal is to make sure our clients are ready for any occasion, whether it’s a business professional, special occasion, or a night out on the town,” says Alisha Duncan, owner of A Natural Look. “We want you to feel confident about your appearance at all times.”

A Charlotte staple for over 15 years, Duncan has an experienced staff that has been trained by premier certified hair replacement specialists. Clients are afforded privacy and confidentiality in a spacious office.

All hair is pure virgin human hair, and the replacement allows you to shampoo, style, and treat it as if it’s your very own. A Natural Look offers a solution for both male and female alopecia clients, with hair replacement that appears as if it is growing straight out of the scalp. Another offering is All Cranial Scalp Enhancers, which have individual strands of pure virgin hair with the color and texture you desire.

“A Natural Look allows you to gain back your freedom,” Duncan says. “No more feeling self-conscious about who is

“I had seen Judy’s “before & after” client photos, but the real proof came when I saw one of her clients who had her brows done. Then I was convinced! Hers were so natural and now, so are mine. Judy has quite honestly changed my life, at least in the way I think and feel about myself.” – Janeen P.

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looking at your noticeable wig, bulky weaves that are detectable, or embarrassing toupées.”

Believable Body Shaping Move over crazy diet and exercise regimes; there’s a new body-shaping option in town.

The Hypoxi method, which successfully combines therapeutic treatment with training, is reshaping the weight loss industry. Hypoxi treats a specific region of the body by simultaneously applying vacuum therapy and exercise.

“If you’re concerned with those problem areas — hips, butt, thighs and stomach — Hypoxi is definitely the place to be,” says Mandelynn DeLuca, of Charlotte’s Hypoxi Studio. “We have a patented system that increases blood flow to a particular area while you are doing gentle exercises.”

Clients see noticeable results after three to five sessions, and one to two months of treatment are usually recommended. While Hypoxi has been in the U.S. for three years, with its headquarters in Charlotte, it’s a European company that launched in 1997.

“It’s Europe’s best-kept secret,” DeLuca says, with a laugh.

Wax, Don’t Wane European Wax Center is known to be the experts of the Brazilian wax. However, the owner of the Charlotte region’s European Wax Center franchise, Lorie Orzel, is excited to announce a new area of expertise.

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“The European Wax Center franchise has always been known as the experts in Brazilians, with no one matching our exclusive wax, which allows us to do a Brazilian in 15 minutes,” Orzel says. “Now, we are also known as the experts in eyebrows!”

Orzel notes that eyes and brows are a crucial, “signature” part of our face, and brows give that perfect, framed finish. When brows are done correctly and given that little extra enhancement and care, she says, they can make all the difference in the world.

Fabulous eyebrows are now easy, due to European Wax Center’s new, exclusive eyebrow powder, which was released last year.

“Our new eyebrow powder is different from anything else on the market,” Orzel explains. “It’s waterproof, smudge-proof and even sweat-proof, with a shelf life of 18 months. It’s perfect for summer fun in the water, and all year round. It comes in six shades, expertly customized for each guest by our licensed estheticians, all depending on your skin, eye and hair type. Even better, every eyebrow wax service also includes a complimentary application of this amazing eyebrow powder.”

Orzel says the difference is undeniable. “When you see the difference of one eyebrow done and the other one not done, no kidding, it will knock your socks off!” she says.

She also points out that the EWC franchise gives every first-time guest a free service.

“You choose between a bikini line, eyebrow or under arm service,” Orzel says. “Why? Because we know if you try us once, you will never go back to any other way of hair removal or skincare.” [TCW]

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LOVE YOUR SKIN Urban Skin Solutions Specializes In Every Skin Tone ll skin is not created equal. Just ask medical esthetician and certified laser technician Rachel Roff, the founder of Urban Skin Solutions, a local medspa that specializes in laser hair removal, medical weight-loss programs, IPL photofacials, chemical peels, Botox and fillers.

“We specialize in diverse skin tones.

There are skin conditions that are more prominent in different ethnicities. Most estheticians are trained to deal primarily with sun damage and anti-aging, prominent in Caucasian skin. But AfricanAmerican skin presents different problems, such as hyperpigmentation, ingrown hairs and skin discoloration,” Roff says.

Roff is dedicated to treating all colors of skin. She says she was one of the first practitioners in Charlotte to incorporate a YAG laser, one that is safe for all skin tones. She also uses a YAG laser to safely remove hair on both light and dark skin.

She adds, “Those with darker skin tones have to be very careful with laser treatments. There are many lasers that are safe for lighter skin tones, but not for darker skin. The melanin in darker skin will heat up and burn if the procedure is

not done correctly or with the right laser.”

Other treatments also differ depending on skin color. For instance, Roff says those with Caucasian skin can have a chemical peel the day they come in, but those with darker skin require a different protocol and may need several visits before treatment to prevent scarring.

“Chemical peels, if done incorrectly, can cause scarring,” she says. “All skin tones should be treated differently.”

Professional skin treatments are only part of the equation. The medspa also offers a medical weight-loss program and Urban Skin RX, a clinical skincare line created by Roff that incorporates prescription-grade ingredients to help correct unsightly skin conditions such as uneven skin tone, sun damage, anti-aging, acne and more.

Roff has even garnered the endorsement of 2004 American Idol and Grammy winner Fantasia Barrino.

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Roff explains, “About a year and a half ago, Fantasia found out about our business and started using our products. She loved them all and asked to be the face of Urban Skin Solutions because she so strongly believed in all we have to offer.”

Last fall, recognizing the need for education on the many different kinds of skin types, Roff started the Urban Skin and Laser Institute to teach advanced medical esthetics and cosmetic laser treatments, with an emphasis on how to do those treatments safely and effectively on darker skin tones.

She is currently working on plans to franchise the business to help even more people, knowing from experience how difficult it can be when you are worried about the way you look.

“I grew up quite chubby with terrible acne, and I was very self-conscious about my appearance. I majored in sociology, but from a very early age I wanted to own a medical spa to help people so that they would not have to go through what I went through,” Roff says.

“This is my form of social work — helping people feel better about the way they look,” she adds. “I’ve had people cry, and tell me how I’ve changed their lives. You don’t have to settle.We can help.” [TCW]

The Truth About No-Prep Porcelain Veneers Ross W. Nash, DDS

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r. Ross W. Nash is one of only 46 Accredited Fellows in the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, meaning he has acquired extraordinary skills in the area of esthetic and cosmetic dentistry. Founder of the Nash Institute for Dental Learning, Dr. Nash is the epitome of “expert.” Here, he answers questions about no-preparation veneers.

Q: Do I have to get my teeth drilled down to get porcelain veneers?

A: There are some situations that require no removal of natural tooth structure to apply porcelain veneers. The dentist simply makes a mold of the existing teeth and new porcelain surfaces are fabricated to give the teeth new surfaces.

Q: Who is a candidate for this non-invasive technique?

A: People who have teeth that are fairly well-aligned with good dental health who want a change in the color or contour of the tooth surfaces are candidates for this treatment.

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Q: Are “no-preparation veneers” more costly than regular veneers?

A: No Prep Veneers can often be placed at a lower cost due to less of the dentist’s time being needed for preparation or temporaries.

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HEALTHFLASH An Apple A Day & Other Wisdom

Now Hear This!

What You Need To Know About Hearing Loss oday’s Charlotte Woman checked in with audiologist Melissa Karp, owner of The Listening and Learning Center in Fort Mill, about hearing loss and the latest technological advances in hearing devices.

Q: When does age-related hearing loss begin in women?

A: Women can begin to experience age-related hearing loss, called presbycusis, as early as their 40s.

The outer hair cells [sensory receptors of the auditory system] of the cochlea deteriorate over time and high frequencies are affected first. That’s the sounds of birds chirping and some consonants: the th’s, s’s and t’s. These are the sounds that give words meaning.

It’s the difference between “deaf” and “death.”

Q: What are the consequences of this kind of hearing loss?

A: At this point, it can be very fatiguing and stressful.

By the end of the day, you’ve exerted yourself so much by trying to listen to people that you are exhausted

and irritable. If you have young children at home — and the racket that goes along with that — it can make it hard to hear your spouse, which can cause friction. Over the long term, hearing loss can cause other problems, including depression, because a loss of hearing is very isolating.

Q: What other factors can affect hearing?

A: Some hearing loss has a genetic basis. Some medical conditions, such as diabetes and autoimmune diseases, are linked to hearing loss, and women have a higher incidence than men for these problems. Hearing can also be affected by ear infections and wax impaction, but these are usually temporary problems. Smokers have a higher incidence of damage to the inner ear. And, of course, exposure to loud noises — such as that found in loud work environments or rock concerts — affects hearing. Unfortunately, this type of loss is cumulative and irreversible.

There’s another category of hearing loss that should be addressed — that caused by medications used to treat cancer. That’s something you should talk about with your doctor before you start treatment. Women should ask their doctors whether the medications they will be taking have that possible side effect, whether there are other drugs they can take instead, and if hearing will be monitored during treatment.

Q: How do you know if you have suffered hearing loss?

A: If you’ve ever experienced your ears ringing or the sound of crickets after being exposed to loud sounds, that tells you there has been damage. Obviously, if you’re having difficulty hearing, you should get your hearing checked. But age-related hearing loss usually happens so gradually, you don’t notice. That’s why everyone should have a baseline hearing test at age 50, just like getting a colonoscopy.

Q: How can you avoid hearing loss?

A: Going forward, be careful about the sound level on your MP3 and iPods. If I’m standing next to you, I shouldn’t be able to hear what you are listening to. And don’t turn up the radio in your car to drown out road noise — that can absolutely damage your hearing. Hair dryers and vacuum cleaners usually involve only a short exposure to high decibel noise and shouldn’t cause problems. But if you’re going to a concert or a NASCAR event, you should use earplugs.

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A BANG UP JOB y friend Julie Haack (of Donald Haack Diamonds fame) always looks fantastic. When she somehow started looking even better than usual, I had to know what was different. Come to find out, she had a big birthday approaching and wanted a change in her life, so she switched salons. I immediately wanted to go see whoever made her look like that … but wondered how to break the news to my stylist of five-plus years.

I bravely made the appointment with Pooran at Poza Salon in Myers Park. Julie’s disclaimers — ranging from,“Don’t mind how direct she is” to “You have a tough skin, you’ll be fine” — had me worried. After all, I’ve had the same bangs and bob hairdo since age 5 (with the exception of one disastrous home perm that is still brought up at class reunions). What if Pooran wanted to change my signature look?

Appointment day came, and I was nervous. Pooran turned out to be one of those beautiful people who wears a pixie cut and looks like a supermodel.

She sat me in her chair, ran her fingers through my hair, circled like a shark, then slowly began to speak.

“Whose idea were the bangs?” she said in a serious tone that wasn’t really a question. “They are not right for your face shape or small forehead.

Let’s grow them out.”

What?! Not my bangs! I almost left then. Something made me stay.

“Now, let’s talk about your color,” she said. I informed her it was my natural color with a little help to hide the gray. She did not hold back. “Well, it’s dull and doesn’t add anything to your look,” she said. “Let’s brighten it up. Make it shinier and more youthful.”

Then Pooran delivered the crushing blow. “You know … if I saw you across the room at a party, I’m not sure I’d find you interesting enough to talk to.”

Ouch. As someone who practices public relations for a living and attends many events, I was wounded.

She explained that my style for the past 40 years just didn’t match my personality, which I found disturbing, considering she had known me for only 10 minutes. “Too conservative” was the diagnosis.

She added playfully, “The inside of your purse is very much like you.” I glanced down at my plain black Kate

Spade with a rainbow-striped lining and begrudgingly realized she was right. This woman was the hair whisperer.

Intrigued, I decided to let her do her thing, from cut to color. And, while I didn’t notice a dramatic difference, the positive comments I received about my hair over the next few weeks made me a believer. For the same reason we hire accountants, attorneys and dog trainers, we should all remember to trust the hair experts.

Since my visit, I’ve sent friends, my husband, 10-year-old daughter and 75year-old mom to see Pooran. With the same brand of blunt psychology and Edward Scissorhands skill, she gave each of them new looks that have generated rave reviews, including positive comments from strangers on the street.

As for me, Pooran and I compromised on the bangs. I get to keep some of them — as long as I sweep them to the side and promise not to comb them straight down. And, rather than let my former stylist think I was running around town with roots from hell, I did the honorable thing and delivered the 2014 version of the “It’s not you, it’s me” speech. She was surprisingly fine with it. [TCW] Colleen Brannan owns Branstorm PR and has been named to Mecklenburg Times’ 50 Most Influential Women in Charlotte list twice (in 2010 and 2014).

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