Eyellusions Lash Extensions

We now offer Lash Extensions

We have recently decided to add Lash Extensions to out treatment menu as this is the latest trend that is sweeping the world and is pioneered by models and celebrities across the board.

Lash Extensions enhance the appearance of your natural eyelashes by adding length and fullness, whilst still remaining natural-looking and weightless.

Genie B Clarke, founder of Eyellusions Lash Extensions, explains: "Unlike the old false eyelashes that were applied to the skin of the eylid, the new semi-permanent eyelash extensions are bonded one at a time directly to individual eyelashes. A girl can be a girl, bat those lashes, cry, swim, exercise, shower and never have to worry about mascara ever running again. Eyellusions lah extensions are premium quality with a natural look and feel. Each lash is tapered and curled, and they come in various lengths, widths, shapes and colours so that exactly the required image can be achieved."

The application is painless and takes between one and two hours to apply. This gives the client time to relax. The bonding agent is a remarkable product that is available in medical and performance grades and is suitable for hyper-allergic eyes.

One can choose to have them applied for a special occasion only or for a permanent look, you would need 3-4 weekly touch-ups to keep the natural look as the lashes fall out with your own natural eyelashes that have a 4-6 week lifespan. This means that shedding of natural eyelashes take the bonded lashes with them.

Contra-indications for Lash Extension:

There are a number of diseases that involve the natural eyelashes:

• Madarosis is a condition in which one loses your own natural eye lashes
   
• Blepharitis is an irritation of the area where the eyelash joins the eyelid. In this condition, excessive oil is produced by the lash follicles and glands of the eyelid. The skin often becomes flaky and the natural lashes tend to fall out.
   
• Distichiasis is a condition in which eyelashes grow from abnormal sites on the eyelid.
   
• Trichiasis is a condition in which the ingrown eyelashes occur
   
• Eyelashes that are infected with crab louse parasites
   
• Styes (external Hordeolum) are purulent inflammation of infected eyelash fillicles and their surrounding sebaceous and apocrine glands of the lid margin
   
• Trichotillomania is a condition that urges the sufferer to pull out scalp and eyelash hair. It is like OCD, but with hair
   
• Demodex folliculorum is a small mite that lives, harmlessly, in the eyelash follicles and around 98% of us have these mites living in our lashes and/or hair
   
• Alopecia is a condition in which the sufferer may develop gradual hair loss. It results from hereditary factors.
   
• Eye allergies (any) even if only seasonal
   

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Nutrients for Healthy Skin

There has been much controversy over the years in regard to whether nutrients that are topically applied have any effect on the skin. If we take a minute and think about this logically; if something works for a specific function inside the body, why would it not have a similar effect on the skin? There is an old saying that goes: ‘You are what you eat’. This is true for the skin as well. As the body needs specific nutrients to function optimally, so does the skin.

There are many nutrients that have positive effects in relation to skin care, however a few stand out above the rest.

Vitamin C:

The main action that vitamin C has on the skin is that it is a very powerful antioxidant which reduces the damage that is caused by free-radicals on then skin. Free-radicals are a harmful byproduct of ultraviolet rays (sunlight), pollution and smoke. Free-radicals cause damage to the skin by destroying collagen and elastin, the fibers that support skin structure and gives it it’s ‘plumpness’. The effect of these free-radicals is wrinkles and skin ageing.

Vitamin C not only reduces the damage by free-radicals, but also stimulates the cells in the dermis to produce new collagen.

Vitamin C furthermore inhibits tyrosinase (the enzyme that stimulates melanin) from triggering more melanin to be produced which decreases pigmentation problems.

It is important to note that the form on vitamin C that is used in formulations is the tricky part. The only truly beneficial form, which has the ability to penetrate to the dermis of the skin, is L-ascorbic Acid. This is the only form that the body recognizes. It must be in this active form, at a low pH, as the skin will otherwise barrier it.

To make sure your diet includes plenty of vitamin C, eat citrus fruits and vegetables rich in vitamin C such as bell peppers, broccoli, cauliflower, and leafy greens. These foods can replace the loss of the vitamin through the skin. You can also take vitamin C supplements, up to 500 to 1,000 milligrams of per day, however it is once again important to remember that it has to be the chiral form, to have a proper effect on the skin.

Vitamin E:

Vitamin E, as vitamin C is another powerful antioxidant with similar effects in regard to free-radical damage. In combination with vitamin C, when used in topical preparation as well as being taken internally, you are ensured of the best protection and prevention against free-radical damage and its long-term effects- ageing and skin cancer.

Supplementation with natural Vitamin E in 400 mg per day has been noted to reduce photo damage, wrinkles and improve skin texture.

The richest sources of vitamin E are vegetable oils, nuts, seeds, olives, spinach, and asparagus. It is, however not always possible to get adequate amounts from food sources and therefore an anti-oxidant supplement is recommended to ensure that you get the correct amount necessary. It is important to note that this vitamin if taken in high doses can be harmful and should be kept to 400 I/U or less per day. This is another reason why it is vital to use a topical preparation containing vitamin E.

Vitamin A:

Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin and is essential for the maintenance and healing of epithelial tissues. The skin is a large ‘bundle’ of epithelial cells and therefore benefits greatly from vitamin A, both taken internally as well as applied topically. Vitamin A is a skin ‘normalizer’ and aids in the formation of a healthy stratum corneum as well as aiding at improving conditions such as skin ageing, acne, pigmentation and many others.

Although it is rare in communities were a healthy, balanced diet is followed, vitamin A deficiencies can be seen immediately in the appearance of the skin among other things. Even a slight deficiency can lead to a dry, flaky,fragile and prone to wrinkles complexion. This occurs due to the fact that vitamin A is necessary for the maintenance and repair of skin tissue.

Best sources of Vitamin A are animal sources such as egg yolks, organ meat (liver/kidneys), oysters and nonfat milk. Fruits and vegetables are also good sources of vitamin A, however one needs to consume a lot more of these to get the adequate amount for healthy skin maintenance.

Another form of Vitamin A that is crucial for healthy skin is Beta-carotene. Beta-carotene helps prevent and reduce the skin’s inflammatory response, which in turn aids with minimizing the effect of UV rays on the skin. The best food sources are dark-coloured produce, such as carrots, sweet potatoes, tomatoes, watermelon, papaya, broccoli and spinach.

Vitamin B Complex

The single most important B vitamin is biotin in relation to skin care as it is the nutrient that forms the basis of skin, nail, and hair cells. Even a mild deficiency can cause forms of dermatitis such as eczema, dry, flaky skin and even ichthyosis. The best food sources are bananas, eggs, oatmeal, and rice, plus your body naturally produces biotin. Biotin plays an important role in creating a healthy glow to the skin, whilst hydrating cells and increasing overall tone.

Niacin, a specific B vitamin, helps skin retain moisture. Niacin also has anti-inflammatory properties to soothe dry, irritated skin. In higher concentrations it can also work as a lightening agent to even out pigmented areas on the skin.

Provitamin B (panthenol) aids in the healing of wounds as well as lessens skin inflammation making it an important ingredient in skin care products, especially acne related products.

Vitamin B food sources are widely ranged and it is therefore important to follow a balanced nutrient filled eating plan as well as taking a good supplement.

Vitamin K

Vitamin K is the nutrient responsible for helping blood coagulate (clot). Vitamin K is often found in eye preparations as topically, it works to reduce dark circles under the eyes, which are caused by a pooling of blood in the area. It is also commonly found in preparations for the treatment of bruises for this same effect. When combined with Vitamin A in a skin care preparation, it is even more effective at reducing the dark circles.

The best source of vitamin K is found in Lettuce leaves as well as other green leafy vegetables.

Minerals:

• Selenium. This nutrient is a powerful anti-oxidant which as it not only acts as such, but also plays a role in antioxidant enzyme activity.  Selenium assists a group of enzymes that, in combination with Vitamin E, work to prevent the formation of free-radicals and prevent oxidative harm to cells and tissues. It is widely distributed in foods such as meats, shellfish, vegetables and grains that are grown in selenium rich soil.

• Copper. Copper peptides are effective in skin regeneration as well as aiding in the removal of blemishes and scars. They help activate the natural human biological processes that rebuild and renew skin, nails and hair. Dermal collagen and elastin is rebuilt leaving a firmer, more elastic skin. The water-holding proteins in the skin (proteoglycans) are increased, resulting in a moist, naturally hydrated skin. Blood microcirculation is rebuilt, which gives the skin a better nutrient supply and in turn improves the colour. Oxidative damage is reduced as the skin’s naturally occurring anti-oxidant enzyme, superoxide dismutase, is activated, which naturally combats free-radicals. The best food sources include organ meat, seafood, nuts and seeds.

• Zinc. Zinc works with your body’s natural proteins and aids in their fuctioning. It forms a part of all the skin and body cell’s genetic material. Zinc in skin care preparations aids in taming oil production and may be effective in controlling the formation of acne lesions. Zinc is vitally important not only in regard to skin care, but to all systems of the body as deficiencies lead to many problems including growth retardation. The best food sources for zinc are animal foods such as meat, shellfish and poultry. Legumes and whole grains (especially fortified) also contain zinc, however, the zinc is not as well absorbed by the body as in the case of animal sources.

Alpha-Lipoic Acid

Alpha Lipoic Acid is known as the universal anti-oxidant as it acts as the anchor of the antioxidant network. It energizes skin cells, giving them more carrying capacity, which enables them to repair and regenerate more quickly and function more efficiently.

Alpha Lipoic Acid is water and fat soluble and known to stimulate other vitamins such as Vitamin C and E to function better, supplying more anti-free radical power and DNA protection. It also functions to plump out wrinkles, smoothing the skin and when combined with Vitamin C, helps to even out pigmentation problems.
It is present in the skin and can only be applied topically in skin care preparations

Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs)

EFA’s are crucial to the production of skin’s natural oil barrier. Especially Omega-3 and 6 FA. They are especially important for skins that lack oil.
They are (especially 3) found in cold-water fish, including salmon, sardines, and mackerel, flaxseed, and flax and safflower oils.

When all of the above nutrients are present in a diet you are ensured that you will have the number one defense against skin problems as they all work to help prevent signs of ageing, oil problems, as well as all other problems as stated above.

Also, remember that it is not just important to nourish the skin form the inside, but also to apply good skin care products that contain these nutrients, in combination with a SPF, to ensure that your skin and body has the optimal assistance to perform it’s function.

Facial Routine and Extractions

Facials are done around the world on a daily basis. They are very important components of a good skin care regime, as a good facial corrects specific problems that one might have with your skin. NO facial is ever done in exactly the same way as all skin care therapists have their own personal techniques as well as product ranges that they use. These skin care product houses have specific steps that they would have a therapist follow in order for their active ingredients to work on the skin.

Regardless of the product that is used, their are specific steps that a facial, done by a skin care professional, should include for it to be effective. It is important to remember that, even though you want to relax during a facial treatment, than the goal of a facial is to treat whichever skin condition one has, and can therefore be less relaxing and more therapeutic. Once your specific needs have been addressed during the first few facials, with you (hopefully) following the correct homecare routine, the facial will become more relaxing, whilst still remaining therapeutic as the conditions to be addressed will become more pronounced with every facial.

The Facial Routine:

The Cleanse:

The cleanser that is used during the facial should be based on your skin type, not condition. Usually an all purpose cleanser/make-up remover is used first to remove all make-up from the skin. The therapist should use an eye make-up remover on the delicate skin around the eye and a different make-up remover for the rest of the face. A good eye make-up remover is formulated to be tear free and would contain a product such as corn starch for ‘de-stressing’ the eye area.

One all make-up residue is removed from the skin, the cleanser will be applied with light circular movements onto the skin. As stated above, your skin type will determine the cleanser used. There are 4 basic skin types:

1. Dry Skin will usually require a cream or milk based cleanser which will be a water in oil suspension. What this means is that the water phase will be less than the oil phase of the ingredients in the cleanser. This type of formulation will cleanse the skin without drying it, as the oil phase is enough to not strip the skin excessively as dry skins already lack oil.
2. Normal skin will require that the cleanser used not throw out the balance between the water and oil in the skin. A milk/cream cleanser is also often used for this type of skin, however, this skin type can also tolerate gel cleansers that are not too harsh.
3. Combination skins require a cleanser that is appropriate for the type of combination skin that you are dealing with. Combination skin typically means that the T-panel (forehead, nose, chin) of the face is different from the rest of the facial skin. The T-panel can either be oily, with the surrounding skin being normal or normal with the surrounding skin being dry. In the first case, a gel cleanser with a oil in water phase formulation will be best as you want to remove the excess oil, without drying the surrounding skin. For the latter case, you would preferably use a cleansing milk or a very mild cleansing gel.
4. Oily skins require the use of a gel cleanser ( oil in water phase where the oil phase is very low) with an added ingredient to regulate the oil production. There are many of these ingredients on the market, so be sure to ask your skin care professional whether the product that is being used contains such an ingredient.

Cleanser should be removed with lukewarm water as the temperature of the water will further remove any excess oil on the skin as well as having a slight anti-bacterial effect on the skin as apposed to cold water.

The exfoliation:

This is a vital part of any facial as well as home care routine as it prepares the skin for any active ingredients that will be put on the skin after, by removing the dead skin cells that impede penetration of product into the skin. There are two different exfoliator types:

1. Enzymatic exfoliators, which’s action works by the enzymes in the exfoliator breaking the bonds between the keratin fibers of the skin, which aids in the removal of these dead skin cells. These enzymes are derived from fruits such as papaya, pineapple and other tropical fruits.
2. Granular exfoliators have micro granules in the formulation which remove the dean skin cells by the manual manipulation of the product on the skin. The most popular granules are synthetic spherical granules that have replaces granules such as crushed apricot kernel, which was not perfectly round and actually caused more harm than good.

I personally prefer an enzymatic exfoliator, activated with steam, than a granular exfoliator, as the enzymes physically only remove excess dead skin cells and no more, whereas granular exfoliators can remove too musch of the stratum corneum, leaving the skin exposed.

Extractions:

Extractions should be done directly after the exfoliation as the skin is ‘open’ and all dead impeding skin has been removed, which will aid in the lesions yielding more easily. Extractions should never be extreme and only lesions that are visible, such as pustules (pimlples with ‘yellow’ heads) and open blackheads. White heads (blind pimples), milia, macules and nodules should not be extracted as the bacteria in the lesion will be spread into the bloodstream as extractions of these lesions will cause bleading.

The Massage:

Massage is important for more reasons than just the relaxing effect that it has on the client. Massage stimulates the different body systems and facial massage is especially important as it stimulates the blood and lymphatic systems. By stimulating the lymphatic system, toxins are released from the skin, to help reduce adn prevent  the signs of ageing. Stimulation of the blood system, increases the temperature in the area, which will increase the penetration of active ingredients into the skin

Massage pressure should be light to medium as a very hard pressure can actually cause damage in the long run as the collagen and elastin fibers are pressed onto the underlying muscle and bone, which causes breakdown of these fibers.

The Mask:

Once the skin has been massage, it is ready for serums and or masks to be applied to the skin as the skin is at is most absorptive at this point in the facial. The Serum/ Mask should be chosen in accordance to your skin condition, not type. Skin conditions include, but are not limited to:

• Dehydration will be treated with a serum or mask that has moisturizing capacities. There is a difference between moisturization and nourishment. Dehydrated skins lack ‘water’/moisture and therefore need moisture to be reintroduced into the skin. Most skins have some form of dehydration, due to lifestyle and polution. Dry skins lack oil and therefore need nourishment.

• Couperouse is temporary or chronic redness appearing on the skin of the face. It appears as small, dilated, winding, bright red blood vessels on the cheeks, around the nose and sometimes on the chin. It occurs due to poor elasticity in the cappillary walls. A serum or mask with vasoconstrictive ingredients will be helpful in improving the red appearance as well as help stregthen the cappiliary walls.

• Sensitivity is a tricky condition, as all skins have some form of sensitivity. A truely sensitive skin will react to most active ingredients. A sensitised skin (as is usually the case) will react to some ingredients. A serum/ mask for a sensitive skin will have ingredients to build the resisdence of the skin

• Pigmentation is a condition in which the skin produces too much or too little melanin in any given area. (Pigmentation is descussed in more detail at http://www.ndi.co.za/?page_id=436). A serum or mask to treat this condition should contain high levels of L-ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), as it will actually inhibit the enzyme that causes the formation of malenin.

• Ageing occurs when the collagen and elastin fibres of the skin are depleted. This will result in the formation of wrinkles as well as skin sagging. A serum or mask for ageing will include ingredients that stimulate the reformation of these fibres. Ingredients such as vitamin A, collagen, vitamin C and acacia berry re very good at achieving these goals.

• Acne serums and masks should contain both oil reducing ingredients as well as anti-bacterial ingredients. A good example ingredient is tee trea essential oil and salycilic acid, which are both anti-bacterial as well as oil regulating. Again, vitamin A would be an important part of treationg acneic skin as it is a skin ‘normalizer.

Aftercare:

The aftercare products that the therapists applies to your skin after the removal of the mask will be dependant on either skin type, condition or both. A good eyegel is applied to the eye area, followed by a serum for your skin type and then a cream is applied. Always ensure that an SPF is either in the aftercare cream/gel or that a sunscreen is applied over said cream/gel.

It is important to remember that good skincare does not stop after the facial is complete. It is also important to keep up your good skin care regime at home to ensure that the benefits gained in the facial are continued at home.

Alpha Hydroxy Acids

Alpha Hydroxy Acids

Alpha Hydroxy Acids is the family name for a group of naturally occurring acids often referred to as ‘fruit acids’ due to the fact that they are derived from fruit.

They are used in cosmetic products as moisturizers, emollients and exfoliants. They treat conditions such as photodamage (sun damage), hyperpigmentation, eczema and ichthyosis. Their activity and associated benefits is dependant on the type of AHA used, the concentration employed and the pH of the formula.

There benefits include:

• A reduction of fine lines and superficial wrinkles

• Lightening of surface pigmentation

• Softer, suppler skin texture

• Increase in healthy cell regeneration

These noted benefits are a result of the AHA activity to normalize the stratum corneum (outer skin layer) by reducing it’s thickness through exfoliation and the creation of a more compact structure; increased skin hydration due to the moisturizing properties of the AHAs; their ability to activate hyaluronic acid which, in turn, will retain a greater amount of natural skin moisture; and an increase in the dermal thickness to the increased hydration and a normalization of skin function.

There are 6 key AHAs:

1. Glycolic acid (sugar cane)
2. Lactic acid (sour milk and tomato juice)
3. Malic acid (apples)
4. Tartaric acid (grapes and wine)
5. Citric acid (lemons, pineapples, oranges and other citrus fruit)
6. Pyruvic acid

The exfoliating and hyperkeratinization-reducing properties of natural AHAs make them prime ingredients for acne-orientated products, for reducing actinic keratosis, and for improving the appearance of ageing skin. Also, their emollient and hydration properties help dry and aged skin.

Of all the AHAs glycolic, lactic and malic acid, and their salts, are the most popular for use in the cosmetic industry. For these to be safely incorporated into these preparations at concentrations 10-15%, with the product’s final pH not being lower than 0.

Lactic and Malic acid are 100% pure, natural acids. They are not synthetic like glycolic acid, which is supposed to be derived from sugar cane; however, because it needs to be buffered to stabilize the pH, it is assured that the acid is synthetic.

Natural AHAs are not buffered. Peeling agents only have to be buffered if they are synthetic and require the pH of the product to be stabilized. If one has a neutral pH then the product is not exfoliating to any degree. NATURAL acids are more easily absorbed and cell regeneration is enhanced with more rapid healing. Synthetic acids cause a short, sharp shock to the skin. When this occurs one may experience superficial peeling, however, there is no long-term therapeutic action. It must also be noted that synthetic acids such as glycolic acids are inexpensive to manufacture and therefore the products containing these, should also be inexpensive.

If one wishes to eliminate pigmentation or have a dramatic effect on sundamage, solar keratoses, potential cell changes and promote true rejuvenation, then natural acids in HIGH concentration with a very LOW pH are required.

AHA work on the skin as an exfoliant for as long as it is present on the skin and for this reason I is important to remember that it is vitally important to remove the product containing it from the skin before going into the sun as the UV rays will affect the ‘exposed’ skin and therefore cause pigmentation to occur.

When using an AHA preparation on your skin it is also important that your day preparation contains a SPF (Sun Protection Factor) of at least 16. You also need to take note that the SPF in the product is not purely chemical as these have an effect on your natural skin layers. A good sunscreen will always incorporate both chemical blockers as well as physical blockers.

If you are considering going for a peel in a skin care clinic, always remember that there are mild side-effects to high concentration as used in the clinics and ask your therapist to explain these to you.

Cosmetics vs. Cosmeceuticals

Currently much controversy surrounds the use of the term cosmeceutical, in the description of preparation used for the care of the skin. The primary issue at hand is the definitions and descriptive words applied to medicines and cosmetics.

Cosmetics have been greatly improved with various technological advancements and scientific research in recent years, which has led to advent of terms such as cosmeceutical, skinceutical and dermacosmetic. These terms are mostly used to describe the effective penetrative ability, biological activity and resultant therapeutic improvement to the structure and function of the deeper as well as superficial layers of the skin. The effect of ingredients in such preparations are normally supported by extensive scientific research and validation and set apart from traditional cosmetic skincare. This has lead to the classification of cosmetic products as: preparations which cleanse tone and beautify the skin on the superficial level.

The situation currently exists that a number of effective ranges fall neither into the strict definitions of either medicine or cosmetic. They are loosely classified in the health and skincare industry as cosmeceuticals, although, strictly speaking, the term cosmeceutical is not officially recognized as a preparation classification by various medical and cosmetic associations at this point.

Despite all this medical pedigree, the term cosmeceutical is not in any way regulated or controlled, and anyone can slap that label on their products to promote them as being more “medical.” Cosmeceuticals are nothing more than a marketing term with illusions of grandeur. Even the FDA says cosmeceuticals don’t exist, and considers these products to be merely cosmetics with clever marketing language attached, however, I do not agree. I do believe that some companies, the good ones at lease, who not only claim to be ‘cosmeceutical’ or ‘medical’ product houses, have done the research and can proof that there ingredients do in fact penetrate to the deeper layers of the skin.

You will also, mostly, find that the companies that’s products really do have ‘medical’ properties, spend more of their resources in the research and development of their houses, than the actual marketing, as they all know that the product’s results does the marketing for them. You will also vary rarely find such skin care lines in department stores, as they require more intensive training for the people who distribute them. I do not believe that product houses that ‘claim’ to be ‘cosmeceuticals’ would be so rigorous in the individuals that they allow to sell their products, if it were safe for any one to distribute, as these products, if truly ‘cosmeceutical’ have the ability to do great harm to skin if put in the wrong hands.

Do cosmeceuticals really differ from any other cosmetics?

The answer is both yes and no, because, as stated above, no matter how a product is labeled and marketed, many skin-care treatments contain ingredients that affect the biological function of skin. The biologically active ingredients to look for include antioxidants (most of which have anti-inflammatory properties), cell-communicating ingredients, exfoliants, skin-lightening ingredients, and intercellular substances (ingredients that mimic skin structure).

Regardless of the name, cosmeceutical or otherwise—a skin-care product is only as good as what it contains and how those ingredients can help your skin function better, or in the vernacular, to act younger. In fact, moisturizers (or any skin-care product claiming to have an effect on wrinkles or sagging skin) should absolutely contain an elegant mix of antioxidants, cell-communicating ingredients, and intercellular substances as they help skin keep a normal level of hydration, build collagen, reduce skin discolorations, and prevent cellular damage.

Colonic hydrotherapy for acne

Acne (also called acne vulgaris) is a skin condition caused by changes in the hair follicle and its associated sebaceous gland. Acne is commonly referred to as pimples, spots, or zits. Acne affects more than 85% of teenagers, and frequently continues into adulthood. Colon hydrotherapy is a natural approach to treating acne that does not include medications or harsh chemicals, while helping you to have clearer and more radiant skin.

What Causes Acne?

Acne is caused by an increase in testosterone, a naturally occurring hormone present in both males and females. Testosterone in the presence of P.Acnes (bacterium naturally present in the skin, but sensitive to hormone levels) stimulates the skin’s glands to enlarge, produce oil in, and plug the pores. Acne is common in adolescence, pregnancy, menopause, or other times when hormones are in flux.

Acne also is caused when the colon and kidney are not functioning properly. Our body eliminates waste through perspiration, urination, and bowel movements. When the colon and kidney fail to function,  the only other way out of the body is perspirarion, by which way the waste material is reaches the pores and blocks them, resulting in psoriasis and acne and other skin problems.

How Can Colon Hydrotherapy Help Relieve the Symptoms of Acne?

Colon hydrotherapy is a safe, effective outpatient procedure that removes wastes from the large intestine without the use of medications. During a colon hydrotherapy session, a colon hydrotherapist/somatologist introduces a small amount of filtered and temperature-regulated water into the colon using specially designed equipment manufactured following Food and Drug Administration guidelines for safety and cleanliness. The process is often repeated a few times during a session. When the water enters the colon, the waste is softened and loosened. The softened waste is then eliminated through the intestine’s natural smooth muscle contractions.

In this manner, colon hydrotherapy eliminates excess mucus, bacteria, and parasites. Practitioners and patients of colon hydrotherapy believe that this practice purifies the whole body. The removal of the toxins and poisons found in the colon improves the functioning of the colon and in this way helps the body to alleviate many health problems like fatigue, frequent headaches or stomachaches, and various skin conditions such as psoriasis and acne. An easy way of accessing whether one would need such treatment, would be to look at your own bowel movement. If you do not have a bowel movement after every meal, your colon is not functioning properly. In this way, Colon Hydrotherapy is helpful to many.

Why Use Colon Hydrotherapy for Acne?

Although acne is a common response to hormonal changes, many affected individuals report decreased self-esteem resulting from the physical appearance of acne and the long-term scarring that can occur when acne is untreated. Many individuals affected by acne will attempt to treat the skin lesions with over-the-counter medications or harsh prescription medications with many side effects. Colon hydrotherapists feel that acne is an indication of a colon that cannot absorb enough Vitamin A due to the presence of toxins, mucus, and other unhealthy products in the colon. Colon hydrotherapy offers an approach to acne that does not include use of medications or invasive medical procedures. Colon hydrotherapy has the added benefit of eliminating from the bowel the repository of accumulated waste material that could overwhelm the body and trigger a variety of systemic illnesses.
Support for the use of colon hydrotherapy includes many books, personal testimonials, and articles such as Morton Walker’s publication on the value of hydrotherapy in the Medical Journalist Report of Innovative Biologics in 2000. After crediting corn flake inventor J. H. Kellogg for popularizing the method around the world, he notes, “Enthusiastic expressions of approval for colon hydrotherapy are undeniable medical endorsements for this significant complementary treatment which removes metabolic waste from a person’s large bowel without applying toxic agents of any kind.”

History of Colon Hydrotherapy
Documentation of early colon hydrotherapy for treatment of medical conditions appears as early as ancient Egyptian texts. Although it decreased in popularity during the Middle Ages, colon hydrotherapy gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Physicians like Dr. Kellogg in the early 1900s promoted treatment of disease through bowel cleansing, diet, and exercise. In modern times, colon hydrotherapy is used in combination with good nutrition, proper fluid intake, and exercise to improve gastrointestinal health and general well-being.

If you reside in Cape Town, South Africa, phone Chrystal for treatments: 0711515713

 

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IPL Treatments

IPL or Intense Pulsed Light is a very effective method for treating a number of different conditions.

What is IPL?

IPL is not a laser light but a more advanced technology known as intense pulsed light, which is a broad-spectrum light.
IPL has the unique capacity to treat multiple symptoms of aging skin on your entire face. Among these are fine lines, red blemishes, mottled discolouration, broken capillaries, pigment discolouration such as freckles and age spots, enlarged pores, coarse or rough skin, loss of skin tone and elasticity, and general sun damage. The result is a youthful, smooth and revitalized facial appearance.

The IPL process permanently removes unwanted hair, putting an end to routine shaving and waxing. IPL treatments leave your skin looking and feeling smoother and silkier. This patented technology transcends the older, painful hair removal treatments to deliver long lasting results. IPL’s wide beam treats larger areas such as the back, shoulders, arms, legs and face rather than treating one hair at a time. Best of all, IPL treatments are a safe, fast, gentle and effective alternative method for hair removal.

What are the benefits of IPL Hair removal compared to LASER?

Larger areas may be treated at one time.
It works equally well with light or dark hair and skin.
There is less chance for scarring and pigmentation change.
Less pain and discomfort compared to other hair removal treatments.
Combines the speed of shaving with the lasting results promised by electrolysis.
IPL is effective on almost any area of the body where smoother, younger-looking hair-free skin is desired.