Skincare Services

Precare and Aftercare Requirements

Understand your service

I offer a variety of facial care services at Hidden Beauty Bar. I enjoy customizing each treatment to meet your specific skincare needs while following a general outline of the service. Please be prepared to fill out an in depth skincare consultation form either in person or online when booking your appointment. My 2 most popular skincare services are the Dermaplane Facial and the Nano Needling Facial. Both are wonderful services targeting different needs and results. You can find more information about both of these services below.

Dermaplane Facial

Dermaplaning is a very safe, gentle and effective form of physical exfoliation. Using a sterile, surgical scalpel, the skins surface is gently exfoliated, removing the topmost layer of dead skin along with your fine vellus hair (aka peach fuzz). Vellus hair helps to trap dirt and oil, by removing this and other buildup dull skin will be refreshed, the appearance of enlarged pores and fine lines will be reduced and skin will be left radiant. Vellus hair will not grow back thicker. Product penetration is greatly increased over the weeks following this treatment. The Dermaplane Facial is complete with Cleansing, Personalized Hydrojelly mask , CBD oil, Enzyme, Toner, and personalized finishing products combined with the act of Dermaplaning.

aftercare

The Dermaplane Facial has little to no downtime. You can resume most daily activities immediately.
Your skin may be slightly pink for up to 24 hours after the appointment.
Continue wearing SPF daily following your appointment
Your skin will be more vulnerable to irritation and sun exposure for the next 3 days. It is very important that you limit sun exposure and use sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
Use a gentle cleanser and warm water to wash your face 1-2 times per day. Use the sample products as instructed until the product runs out. You can use hydrating serums and masks following the treatment as product penetration is greatly increased. Avoid scrubs, exfoliating, and any product containing alphahydroxy or betahydroxy acids, Retin A, or retinol for at least 72 hours.
Avoid facial waxing for 7-10 days after the service
Stay hydrated daily
Do not touch your face and always wash your hands before applying product
Reach out with any questions or concerns

precare

Please avoid scheduling your appointment within 1 week of receiving Botox or fillers. Do not use Retinol within 5 days of your appointment and do not have a chemical peel performed within 14 days of your service. Protect your skin with leading up to your appointment, sunburn / cold sores can not be present at the time of the treatment.
Wear SPF daily leading up to your appointment
If you are prone to Cold Sores it is recommended you ask your doctor for a prescription of Valtrex to prevent an active outbreak. Start taking 3-4 days prior procedure, and 4 days post procedure
Arrive to your appointment makeup free and with your hair tied back, away from your face. Best to avoid caffeine before your service to allow yourself to truly relax during your facial. Please use the restroom prior to your appointment and wear comfortable clothing.
You can cleanse and moisturize the morning of your service if desired but no need to arrive to your appointment with any other products applied to your skin.

Nano-Needling Facial

The Nano-Needling Facial is a facial treatment that can restore and renew your skin by creating micro-injuries in the skin’s surface, allowing products and nutrients to be deeply penetrated to the dermal layer where collagen stimulation happens. It increases hydration by plumping the cells, minimizes fine lines and wrinkles, improves tone and texture, and tightening the skin. Combining the Nano Needling technique using customized infused medical ingredients to target specific conditions like hyperpigmentation, oily skin, anti-aging, breakouts, dry skin, and more makes this treatment a wonderful option for so many skin types and concerns. This treatment is very popular among clients who are focused on aging and anti-aging. This service is similar to Micro-needling, but is a less aggressive, alternative.

Aftercare

Continue to wear SPF daily following the next 7 days post service. Also use the products provided to you with the service until all product samples run out.
Your skin will be more vulnerable to irritation and sun exposure for the next 3 days. It is very important that you limit sun exposure and & no tanning beds
No excessive sweating (for 3 days after treatment)
Avoid scrubs, exfoliating, and any product containing alphahydroxy or betahydroxy acids, Retin A, or retinol for the next 3-5 days
Stay hydrated daily
Do not touch your face and always wash your hands before applying product.
Reach out with any questions or concerns

Precare

Avoid tanning 1 ½ – 2 weeks prior
Avoid acids in products a week prior (alpha hydroxyl, beta hydroxyl acid, retinol etc.) It is recommended clients just use a gentle cleanser for the time being.
Avoid Botox, or fillers such as Juvederm for 2 weeks prior to your service
If you are prone to Cold Sores it is recommended you ask your doctor for a prescription of Valtrex to prevent an active outbreak. Start taking 3-4 days prior procedure, and 4 days post procedure
Do not wax any facial hair within 7 days of your service.
Wear SPF daily leading up to your treatment
There are serveral contradictions to consider when booking this service. If any contradictions are noted on your Consultation form when your appointment is in Review, I will personally reach out to discuss these before/if moving forward with your appointment. Contraindications include but are not limited to: Pregnancy, Diabetes, Use of Accutane within the last 12 months, Extensive telangiectasia (spider veins) exc.

Understand Your service

Lash extensions are a very popular service that is used to enhance your natural lashes and eye shape. With a variety of options on the market it is important to understand what the service, different styles and what i offer as your Esthetician. The service focuses on applying artificial lash(es) to each one of your natural lashes. The main styles including Classic*, Hybrid, Volume* and will help determine how many lashes are applied to the natural lash and the overall look achieved. Classic lashes are usually a more natural look while volume can be dense and dramatic. Hybrid is usually an in between of these two styles. When applying lashes in a Hybrid or Volume set, several light weight lashes are used to create a darker lash line and overall appearance. Booking the appropriate service is important to achieve your desired end results. Lash extensions require daily maintenance and regular upkeep to prolong the service and keep your natural lashes as healthy as possible. Length and curl of the extensions will depend on the state of your natural lashes. Booking an initial Full Set is needed followed by Fills every 2-3 weeks going forward.

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In preparation for your Full Set or Lash Fill it is important to follow these guidelines

Always come your your appointment with clean lashes! Free of eye, face makeup, and residue including concealer, foundation, eyeshadow, eyeliner, mascara, false extension glue, oils, and debree. No waterproof makeup or residue of any kind can be present at the time of the appointment. Always wash your lashes within one hour of your scheduled appointment to guarantee they are clean for the service. When your lashes are squeaky clean it helps to ensure the extension will blond to the natural lash. If you are unable to personally wash your lashes prior to your appointment inform your Esthetician so this task can be performed.
Avoid all caffeine and use the restroom before your appointment. Be advised there is no restroom on site. Caffeine can effect your eyelids making them flutter and harder to apply the product. This can also cause your eyes to be more sensitive during the service.
Be prepared to keep your lashes dry for the first 24 hours after they are applied. This includes steam, spray tanning, makeup, and intense sweat from working out.

aftercare

After receiving your Full Set or Fill it is important to follow these guidelines

Keep your eyes and extensions dry the first 24 hours after receiving your Full Set or Fill. This includes no steam, spray tanning, or applying product.
Wash your lashes daily or 2x a day with a wash & brush designed for this process. This is a critical step to achieve good eye health and guarantee the longevity of your extensions. If you work out, swim in the ocean, have a spray tan applied, wear eye makeup or foundation; it is important to wash your extensions and eye area immediately after and the next morning. Rinse all product off after washing.
Avoid oil in the products you use including your makeup remover, makeup products, setting sprays, face mists and skincare. Oil can breakdown the glue used when applying retention. Using these products will greatly effect retention.
Avoid using products with lint on your extensions and around your eye area. This includes Q-tips, wipes and towels. Items that contain lint can snag or tug on your extensions causing them to be damaged or pulled out.
Avoid any extreme heat near your lashes, This includes camp fires and ovens. Heat can singe or even melt your extensions.
Schedule your fills in advance with 2-3 weeks in between services to ensure your lashes are maintained on a regular schedule. Scheduling a fill with more than 3 weeks in between services may require you to book a longer amount of time or schedule for a new set.

Body Waxing

Precare & Aftercare Requirements

Understand your service

Waxing: the process of removing unwanted hair from the root. I offer various facial waxing at my studio with my favorite being eyebrows. Clean up and or/shaping with a nice Tint is one of my most popular services. Most people can receive this service with minimal, if any unwanted side effects. I use only the best products at my studio including calming agents and ant antiseptic cream to insure this. Waxing unwanted hairs will not make your hair grow back thicker to contrary belief, it is usually just the opposite. Waxing over a long, continued period of time will result in the hair becoming less dense and of a thinner texture.

aftercare

For 24 hours after your appointment you will want to avoid: Exfoliating the area, touching or scratching the area, excess steam and tanning.
Keep the area clean. If you feel the need to soothe the skin after your appointment you can apply a light layer of Aloe Vera.
Facial waxing can be performed every 2-4 weeks and on an as needed basis.

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Clients will want to make sure they are a candidate for waxing prior to booking the service. Waxing is never done on clients taking Accutane and is not recommended for clients taking Retin A, Retinol, Differin or other types of acne medications.
Avoid using tanning beds 24 hours prior and the client can not be waxed if they have a sun burn.
Clients should wait 7-10 days after receiving a chemical peel or microdermabrasion treatment.
Arriving to your appointments makeup free will help maximize your appointment time and create the least amount of irritation on the skin.

Understanding your service

Lash Lifts are a wonderful service in itself, and also a great alternative to eyelash extensions. A Lash Lift creates a semi-permanent curl or lift to your natural lashes. No length is added and desired results are based on the length of your natural lashes. Lash Lifts are often combined with a lash tint to give extra depth and emphasize the lashes. Usually the tint fades shortly before the Lift falls. You will want to keep up with this service every 4-8 weeks to maintain the curl/lift results. Lash Lifts are safe for pregnant women in the 2nd and 3rd trimester and for most people who have experienced an allergic reaction to extensions. Makeup such as mascara and eyeliner can be worn with this service.

Aftercare

After receiving your Lash Lift it is important to follow these guidelines

Keep your eyes dry the first 24 hours after receiving your Lift. This includes no steam, spray tanning, or applying product.
Your lift will gradually fall within 4-10 weeks of having the service performed. If you choose to receive a tint on your lashes with this service, it will gradually fade within 2-4 weeks of having it performed.
Schedule your future lifts in advance with 4-8 weeks in between services to ensure your lashes are maintained on a regular schedule.
If you have considered getting eyelash extensions before you might notice that the aftercare and maintenance requirements are minimal in comparison. After receiving your Lash Lift (and waiting 24 hours) you are able to wear eye and face makeup, use oil in your products, and have long lasting results.

Precare

In preparation for your Lash Lift it is important to follow these guidelines

Always come your your appointment with clean lashes! Free of eye, face makeup, and residue including concealer, foundation, eyeshadow, eyeliner, mascara, false extension glue, oils, and debree. No waterproof makeup or residue of any kind can be present at the time of the appointment. Always wash your lashes within one hour of your scheduled appointment to guarantee they are clean for the service. When your lashes are squeaky clean it helps to ensure the service will have the best results.
Avoid all caffeine and use the restroom before your appointment. Be advised there is no restroom on site. Caffeine can effect your eyelids making them flutter and harder to apply the product. This can also cause your eyes to be more sensitive during the service.
Be prepared to keep your lashes dry for the first 24 hours after they are applied. This includes steam, spray tanning, makeup, and intense sweat from working out. Your lashes are still pliable within this time frame.