Retreat Nail and Beauty Lounge

153 Eley Road, Blackburn South

What to do about your nails during lockdown

It’s a sad day when you can no longer get to the beauty salon!

If you have nails on and are not sure what to do this is for you…

Your options – do you want to keep your nails on or remove them? Not sure?

Here’s what I recommend for different types of nail enhancements and how to remove them if you want to:

Shellac polish:

1. Keep them on and purchase a uv or led lamp and gel polish to maintain them at home.

2. Grow them out – file down the nail length as they grow, eventually just your natural nails will remain.

3. Remove – File the surface of the polish, remove by soaking in acetone.

SNS/dip powder nails:

1. Do your own nails at home. If you want to keep your nails I have another website supplying nail dipping (sns) kits where you can learn how to do them as well: www.nailsonthenet.com.au

2. Remove with acetone

Acrylic nails:

1. Grow them out (recommended) File them down as they grow, keeping them short to avoid nail damage. File the top of your nails to thin out the acrylic as they grow. Continue to nourish your nails with cuticle oil daily.

2. Removal – can take 30minutes to an hour. Soak in acetone, filing off acrylic as it softens.

How to remove your nails using Acetone:

Use 100% pure acetone (available at Retreat)

Place enough acetone to cover your nails in a ceramic bowl.

Add a few drops of cuticle oil as well to stop your skin from drying out. Place the ceramic bowl in another larger bowl with a little bit of hot water in it.

Place nails in the acetone.

Sns – 10 mintues

Shellac – 10 minutes

Acrylic – 30+ minutes

As the product starts to soften you can file it off. Take care not to file your natural nail.

Need help? Feel free to email me or send a message via my Facebook page

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Introducing Collagen gold Eye mask

 
 
 

Introducing our Collagen Gold Eye Mask!

 
{FREEBIE OFFER BELOW}
 
Enriched with natural collagen to smooth, plump and hydrate while removing the appearance of fine lines, dark circles, puffiness and crows feet around the eyes.
 
The collagen and gold work together to give a youthful, golden glow and to refresh under and around the eyes.
 
Available as an add on ($10) to any facial treatment to make you feel utterly relaxed and pampered
 
Key ingredients:
 
Gold extract – antioxidant and has anti-inflammatory
Collagen – anti-ageing, conditions the skin and helps maintain moisture levels
Hyaluronic acid – encourages cell renewal, rehydrating, plumping, anti oxidant
Glycerin – helps retain moisture
Vitamin C – anti oxidant, anti-ageing
Rose extract – calming, healing
Deionized water
 
For the month of September get your Collagen Gold Eye treat FREE with your Facial treatment to revive and refresh the delicate eye area
 
or phone 88388341 to make a time

The ultimate treat for dry hands

If you have not tried a paraffin wax treatment just yet, now is the right time to do so!

Winter can be hard on the hands – cold, wind and artiicial heating can dry out your skin making your hands look older and feel dry.

Paraffin wax treatments are a luxurious treat that can help you achieve baby-soft skin.

Your treatment begins with a hand exfoliation and massage. Your hands are then coated in warm paraffin wax, which feels amazing while it warms your hands and opens up the pores of your skin, allowing the moisturiser to penetrate deeply into the layers of the skin.

Your hands are wrapped in warm cozy mitts for 10-15 minutes to allow the moisturiser to absorb.

The end result is super hydrated, yournger looking hands that feel incredibly soft and smooth.

A Paraffin treatment is perfect for those with very dry hands, and those who wash their hands in water or alcohol based hand cleansers, eg nurses, health care workers.

Paraffin can be added onto your regular nail service or as a stand alone treatment.

You can also indulge in a paraffin treat for your feet!

To book your luxurious hand treatment phone us on 88388341 or book online 

paraffin hand treatment

 

Why everyone is getting a Lash Lift

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What’s so great about a Lash Lift?

Lash Lifts are becoming one of our popular treatments!

If you have always wanted longer, fuller looking lashes that give the Wow factor but have not been keen on having extensions and want a low maintrenance option then a Lash Lift could be the perfect option for you.

A Lash Lift is a treatment that is actually quite relaxing and gives straight lashes a natural curl.

Here are our top Lash Lift Benefits:

  1. Enhances your natural lashes without the need for ongoing maintenance.
  2. No more need for eyelash curlers!
  3. Makes your morning routine so much faster.
  4. No need for mascara.
  5. Your lashes look thicker, fuller and longer.
  6. Your eyes will appear more open and awake
  7. They are a great alternative to Eyelash Extensions which can be time consuming to have done and require refills.
  8. Low maintenance. 
  9. Minimal aftercare is required.
  10. Lasts around 6 weeks sometimes 8 depending on the health of your lashes and how they take to the treatment.
  11. A Lash Lift is perfect for Special Occasions, Weddings / Honeymoons or as a regular treat every few months.
  12. After the treatment you will definitely say “Wow” but just wait until the next day when they look even better! 

Phone us at Retreat to book your Lash Lift treatment on 03 88388341 or Book ONLINE now

*A patch test may be required prior to your appointment, especially if you have experienced sensitrivity in the eye area and this is your first lash lift.

 

AHAs for super healthy skin

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Alpha Hydroxy Acids – What Are AHAs and Should you be using them?

AHAs, or Alpha Hydroxy Acids are actually molecules found in fruit and milk.

Normal Facial scrubs physically exfoliate (remove dead skin cells) your skin using little particles you can feel with your fingers.

In AHA skincare products you can’t feel the exfoliating bits but they sure are there.

AHAs are generally more effective than traditional exfoliating products, resulting in softer smoother skin after use.

Alpha hydroxy acids act as chemical exfoliants, which help to loosen and get rid of the dead skin cells on your skin’s surface, revealing the newer, fresher skin underneath.

Benefit of using AHAs:

  • they help with fine lines and wrinkles
  • lighten darken spots on your skin, such as sun spots and pigmentation
  • smoother looking and feeling skin
  • fewer breakouts

Things to be aware of when using AHAs:

While using AHAs is that your sensitivity to sun can be increased. make sure you wear sunscreen every day.

Sensitive skin may react to AHAs, as with any product always test first.

Using products at home containing AHAs in your daily skincare routine combined with regular in salon peel treatments will give you the best results.

We use and recommend Organicspa Lactic gel cleanser and facial peel treatments.

Lactic gel cleanser achieved highly commended status in the 2018 Natural beauty awards.

We also offer AHA salon treatments which are more concentrated to help bring out the beautiful, fresh skin underneath.

Have you used AHAs on your skin?

The Perfect Wedding Day Tan

SAY “I DO” WITH A NATURAL, LONG LASTING GLOW FOR YOUR WEDDING DAY

Walk down the aisle on your special day, with the specifically formulated, intensely moisturizing, pH balancing, medium level bronzing spray tan.

Odour-free, Perfect Bride delivers a natural looking, gorgeous tan.

Perfect Bride Pro Spray tan suits all skin types and tones for those wanting a natural long lasting glow for their wedding day.

~No orange tones 

~No fake tan smell 

~Fast drying

~A natural long lasting glow for your special day

Phone us on 03 88388341 to book a tan or discuss your wedding tan.

Perfect tan for brides

Which Cleanser is right for my skin?

Which Cleanser is right for my skin?

Does your skin feel tight or irritated after cleansing?

If so, you may be using the wrong cleanser…

Cream cleansers are suitable for most skin types and conditions, especially dry, sensitive, mature and normal skin.

Foaming cleansersare suitable for oily/problem skin.

Exfoliating cleansers are suitable for most skins especially mature, pigmented, dull skin

 

Find your perfect cleanser:

 

 

Organicspa Cream Cleanser

Daily clarity.A rich fluid texture suitable for dry, dehydrated skin and sensitive skin.

Gently cleanses skin, dissolves makeup including eye makeup.

Contains nourishing avocado oil and soothing camomile.

½ pump is enough for the entire face and décolletage.

Remove with Cleansing cloth.

Organicspa Foam Cleanser

Daily clarity.An oil free luxurious foam cleanser suits oily/problem skin

Dampen skin and pump a small amount over face – avoiding eyes.

Contains cooling and soothing aloe vera and antimicrobial lemon myrtle to clean skin and purify without stripping or drying out.

Remove with Cleansing cloth.

 

Organicspa Lactic Gel Cleanser

Organicsceuticals.Lightweight liquid gel texture which refreshes, mildly exfoliates and brightens skin.

Contains lactic acid for gentle exfoliation, calendula for healing and moisturising and Seabuckthorn fruit to deliver antioxidants and vitamins.

Apply with fingertips and add a small amount of water to create a gentle foam to activate this renewing cleanser, leave on 1-2 minutes for optimum results.

                                     Remove with Cleansing cloth

Not sure of your skin type or need some advice?

Get in touch and we’ll help you work uout your most effective skincare solutions

SNS NAILS

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

SNS Nails are a product brand – one of many nail dipping systems designed to enhance your natural nails.

A base gel is applied and dipped in your chosen powder colour, building layers and refining to provide strong, natural looking nails, followed by a sealer and top gel.

Dipping Nails are:

  • strong
  • low in odour
  • flexible
  • light weight
  • durable
  • glossy in finish
  • dry in a flash – no more smudges!
  • no UV light needed
  • look great!

At Retreat Nail and Beauty Lounge our priorities are:

  • Creating a positive and relaxing experience for our clients
  • Maintaining health of the natural nail.
  • Hygiene and sanitation
  • Gentle removal to help keep natural nails in their original condition
  • We pride ourselves on the quality of our nails, attention to detail and exceptional customer service

Dipping Nails Maintenance:

To keep your nails looking good and maintain the health of your natural nails we recommend the following:

  • regular 2-3 weekly maintenance visits (depending on length and how fast your nails grow)
  • Treat your nails as Jewells, not tools. Using your nails as tools to pick off stickers, open cans etc will weaken the bond and cause chipping, lifting and breakage.
  • If any lifting or breakage occurs get it seen to as soon as possible
  • Wear gloves when washing dishes, gardening etc
  • Avoid putting your hands in harsh chemicals or detergents
  • Book your appointments ahead of time to avoid delays in nail maintenance

Nail Add-ons:

For an extra treat try our divine Collagen hand mask to nourish your hands while we work on your nails.

Finishing with a relaxing hand massage, you’ll wonder why you haven’t done this before!

Nail Art: Our glitter queens love to give your nails that extra special touch. From $2 per nail.

The Secret to long lasting Eyeliner

Stop skipping, tugging and pulling your eyeliner with this specially formulated waterproof gel eyeliner.

Instantly transform your lashline by making it look darker, richer and thicker.

Genie Superglide Gel Eyeliner is:

~Waterproof

~Smudgeproof

~Cryproof

Available in your choice of: 
• Black OR 
• Espresso (Brown)

Tips for Use:

Make sure the tip is sharpened to a point using the sharpener included.

For a smoky, sexy look, smudge the liner with a small brush before the 90 second setting time.

For a fine line, draw a line close to your lashline. The closer you get to your lashline, the more natural look you will achieve.

Genie Superglide Gel Eyeliner is available here

Job openings

Are you a qualified Beauty Therapist looking for work or know someone who is?

We are looking for a bright personality to join our friendly team!

Hours: Casual leading to permanent part time or full time

Services may include spray tanning, waxing, lash lift, eyelash extensions, facial treatments, manicure/pedicure.

Interested?

Please send your resume to Julie at: retreatnailandbeautylounge@gmail.com

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