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Naked Truths About Brazilian Bikini Waxing

By Lori

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If you think Brazilian Bikini Waxing seems like a strange career choice you are not alone, my dad asked me not so long ago if I was a drug dealer because he just can’t wrap his mind around what I do for a living.

The truth is that I have been very successfully providing Brazilian Bikini waxing services at Spa 10 Encino for 15-years, and 90% of women have the same concerns/questions surrounding this mystifying spa service.

So…

I thought I would share a few Naked Truths and Deep Insights surrounding Brazilian Bikini Waxing:

Your vagina is not the hairiest.

Seriously, I get asked this question all the time and 99.9% of the time the answer is, “no, your vagina is not the hairiest that I have seen.”

Should You Take It All Off?

Another common question clients as us at Spa 10 Encino, “should I wax all the hair off”?

Our Answer: this is a personal preference, but I am going to speak my 15 years of Brazilian Bikini Waxing truth to you when I respond to this one.

Taking it all off makes that area look really young or really old. A triangle is a good camouflager if you are looking for a happy medium.

Can Pain Levels Can Be Controlled?

Yes, it’s painful, but here a few bits of info on how to reduce the discomfort:

  1. Plan your Brazilian Waxing appointment for one week after your period ends and stick to this schedule. Our bodies are way less sensitive right after our cycle ends than the two weeks before our period starts.

Every four weeks is the usual amount of time to get your Brazilian wax.

  1. Trim the hair a tiny bit before your appointment. Trimming is tricky because we don’t want you to take the hair down to stubble, but if you come to your appointment with a jungle going on down there, it makes it harder for us to navigate efficiently and more painful for you.

*Think of this as a “less is more” type trim. A quarter inch long is the perfect length to achieve a clean wax.

  1. Clean and friendly is key to comfort.

Choosing a waxing spot that is sanitary and has a friendly staff will reduce your overall anxiety surrounding this intimate service. Get a referral or read some online reviews.

*Remember cheaper is not always better especially when you are going to be feeling very exposed.

Sex and The Brazilian Wax

If you are investing in a Brazilian Wax to spice up your sex life or because there is a new “someone special” that you want to impress, there are a few things you should consider before booking your appointment.

  1. You might be sensitive for a few days.
  2. You might look red and inflamed for a few days.

Book your appointment, at least, three days before any special occasion.

P.S. No matter how flexible, talented and/or frugal you are, I don’t recommend trying to accomplish a Brazilian Bikini Wax at home.

My years of experience and the stories clients have shared prove that this is just one of those things that you should let a pro do for you.

Spa 10 Encino is proud to provide Brazilian Bikini Waxing and our staff has over 15 years of experience in helping you look and feel beautiful.

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3 Tips To Massive Results From Your Facial Investment

By Lori

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I have been a licensed esthetician and owner of Spa 10, Encino for 15 years.

I feel honored and privileged to share that I have helped many clients achieve and maintain beautiful skin.

At Spa 10 Encino, we get asked the following questions on a daily basis:

• Can someone look younger from getting facials?

• Do facials aid in clearing acne?

• Do facials work?

The answer is yes, but there is a higher success rate for the clients who understand a principle skin care equation.

Facials + (the right) Home Care Regime + Consistency = GORGEOUS skin (at any age)

*Adjustments in diet may also be suggested during a skin care consultation at Spa 10 Encino to achieve ultimate glowing skin results.

3 Tips To Get Massive Results From Your Facial Investment:

Tip 1 – Connection

When choosing an Esthetician, I recommend asking the following question, “What is your skincare philosophy?”

See if the answer speaks to (what I like to call) your skin care soul.

We all have core values and beliefs and the answer to the question above will either make you feel connected or concerned, listen to your gut.

I believe that when we feel connected with another human being, we are much more likely to thrive in the service provider/client relationship.

Do not overlook the importance of feeling connected to someone who will be guiding you to take care of your largest organ – your skin.

Tip 2 – Communication

Tell your Esthetician what your main skin care concerns are.

I always ask my clients to tell me their biggest skin care concern because the answer gives so many clues as to how to best serve this person.

Be sure to tell your Esthetician what you have tried in the past and share what you liked about your experience, and express what didn’t fulfill your expectations.

This conversation always helps create a facial and home care regimen that works for a client’s specific needs. This conversation will change your skin in a beautiful way.

Your past experience will assist an Esthetician in creating a customized and result-based facial and home care system that works with your time, effort and budget in mind.

Tip 3 – Consultation and Evaluation

Ask the Esthetician if they are willing to set aside extra time to assess your current home care regime.

Facials are an amazing way to achieve and maintain a beautiful complexion, but how you care for you skin at home is just as important when you are on a quest for clean, clear and youthful looking skin.

Many times when a Licensed Esthetician evaluates a self-created home care regime, the client is shocked to learn their current skin care products have aggravating and inflammatory ingredients that are wreaking havoc on their skin.

*Bring your products to the appointment with you as this makes an Esthetician’s analysis much more accurate.

Keep in mind that home care is a major contributor to beautiful, healthy skin and seeking expert advice from an Esthetician is way more budget friendly, than taking advice (and purchasing the wrong products) from your girlfriend who has a completely different skin type than you.

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Subject: 5 Tips to Finding an Eyebrow Waxing Guru

By Lori

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Getting your eyebrows perfectly shaped can be a scary experience.

As a 15-year licensed esthetician it’s fair to say that I have been around the eyebrow waxing block quite a few times and I have seen some scary stuff.

At Spa 10 Encino, we have had so many new clients come in a panicked state because they have experienced an eyebrow waxing nightmare at a random waxing spot.

  • Eyebrows waxed too thin – hello 1980.
  • Second degree burnt skin – not pretty!
  • Eyebrows waxed so unevenly it’s frightening.
  • Half an eyebrow missing (yes, I have seen this).
  • The middle waxed so far apart that the client was convinced she looked like an alien being.

So, how do you avoid an eyebrow waxing tragedy?

*I know tragedy sounds pretty dramatic when talking about an eyebrow wax, but lets be real… nobody wants to walk around looking like a crooked alien being with burnt skin.

5 Tips to Finding an Eyebrow Waxing Guru

1. Get A Referral

Ask a friend or even a stranger in line at Starbucks, who has amazing brows. Don’t be shy because the truth is women love to share a great find.

2. Check Instagram #your area #eyebrow waxing

Look for real life work. A good eyebrow waxing guru will proudly share their eyebrow art on social media.

3. Call and ask for a pre-wax consultation

This is your opportunity to express exactly what you want. Bring photos – they help.

At Spa 10 in Encino the eyebrow waxing consultation is a crucial part of your appointment. We ask lots of questions and we actively listen because we want you to look and feel beautiful after your eyebrow wax.

Here are some important questions to ask:

a. Do you have any before and after photos you could send me?

b. Do you have insurance? No joke and so many licensed estheticians don’t invest in this type of protection for their clients.

c. Do you double dip your wax stick? It’s unsanitary and dangerous and you don’t want to spend your waxing dollars at a place that operates worrying about the cost of a wooden stick more than your safety.

Here’s what to visually look for:

a. Your estheticians eyebrows. My experience is that most waxing practitioners will shape yours in a similar fashion to their own.

b. A clean lobby and waxing area/treatment room.

c. A spotless wax pot. The reality is you want someone who practices from a place of integrity and professionalism and the wax pot is a sure sign of how this person operates.

4. Check Yelp Photos and Reviews

In many cities YELP is a wonderful referral source and you can get a feel for the way the business is run.

A business owner who is excited for the opportunity to earn your business will most likely have a robust YELP platform (full of details and photos) and respond to any negative YELP reviews.

5. Trust your gut

We all have a powerful source of intuition and if something doesn’t feel right… then follow your gut and keep searching for the perfect place for you to spend your waxing dollars.

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5 Tips To Create An Amazing Facial Experience

By Lori

The reality is that there is an esthetician on every corner, and it’s confusing to know who will provide you with the very best results.

1. Do some research to find a facial spot that speaks to your specific skin care concerns.

  • Get a referral from a friend who takes her skin care seriously.
  • Check out Yelp Reviews.
  • When you spot someone with glowing skin, compliment her and ask her where she goes for facials. Women love to share a good find.
  • Ask your hairdresser, personal trainer or yoga instructor, they usually have an amazing Rolodex of really good estheticians.

2. Don’t go to the cheapest spot on the block. Facials are one of those things where you get what you pay for.

* A good price point for a facial can range from $85.00 – $200.00 depending on your skin type, the results you would like to achieve and the technology that will be used during the facial.

3. Look at the menu of services and see if the esthetician offers a complimentary skin care assessment.

Setting up a complimentary facial assessment gives you the opportunity to get to meet the person providing the facial. A meet in greet is a good way to determine if you feel comfortable spending your hard earned money with this skin care practitioner.

Let’s be real… having someone touch your face and extract your pimples and blackheads is an intimate and personal thing, and you’re going to want to make sure that you feel comfortable with this person and if you are anything like me you’re going to want to make sure the facial room is spotless.

4. Plan in advance.

I suggest booking your facial appointment a few days before any event.

If you’re prepping for a major life event (ex: wedding, bat mitzvah) start a few months out so your esthetician can get to know your skin and see how it reacts to certain products and techniques.

5. Enhance the results by investing in a good home care regime.

It is not any different than going to the dentist… you wouldn’t invest in a dental cleaning and then go home and never brush your teeth, would you?

After you have invested in a good facial, you can easily continue to enhance the results by working with your esthetician to create a customized (for your skin type) home care regime.

I always recommend a cleanser, moisturizer and chemical SPF as facial regime starters.

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Introducing… the AMAZING Non-Chemical Peel

By Lori

Non-Chemical PeelWe want your skin to look and feel BEAUTIFUL!

Just a quick note from Spa 10 to share some exciting news! We have recently discovered an amazing new approach to “chemical peels”!

BENEFITS INCLUDE:
– NO DOWN TIME
– NO CHEMICALS
– AVOIDS OVERLY AGGRESSIVE EXFOLIATION
– HEALING AND CORRECTION of ACNE, SIGNS OF AGING,
and SUN DAMAGE.

Why are we so excited to offer this to you? Clients are achieving unbelievable “skin correcting” results. There is no down time involved.

Skin instantly looks and feels youthful and refreshed. All you have to do is show up ready to relax and we use our expertise to determine what your skin needs the most.

“The all natural Vermont gal in me has never loved the ‘aggressive’ chemical peel approach to skin care… so I am thrilled that I can offer you this results-based non-chemical peel treatment.” ~ Lori

SEE COUPON BELOW and… get ready for happy healthy “end of summer” skin.

Here’s to looking and feeling beautiful and vibrant!

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Image courtesy of Marin / FreeDigitalPhotos.net

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Microcurrent toning, anti-aging, and oxygen infusion facials

I’ve been getting facials at Spa 10 for many, many years! Lori is incredible and I always feel like I look 10 years younger when I leave!! Seriously, someone asked me when I was going to be 40 and let me tell you… I’ve been in my 40’s for a VERY long time 🙂 I love… Read more “Microcurrent toning, anti-aging, and oxygen infusion facials”

E.P.
Los Angeles, CA

My skin looks and feels amazing

My girlfriends and I all go to Lori for all of our beauty needs. I get my facials done with her and she is wonderful!!! My skin looks and feels amazing after. She is so careful and focused on fixing any imperfection. She is very knowledgeable and has such a calm and pleasant demeanor about… Read more “My skin looks and feels amazing”

Anya Z.
Redondo Beach, CA

I’m so glad I have Lori in my life

I’ve been going to Lori and her salon for the last 10 years, at least. I love that she takes the time to assess my skin needs before starting the facial. Lori is such an expert and takes pride in making sure that the customer is satisfied. Her eyebrow waxing and tanning services are also… Read more “I’m so glad I have Lori in my life”

Victoria V.
San Francisco, CA

She always uses the best products

I’ve been going to Lori for bikini and brazilian waxing for years and she is absolutely amazing! I have really sensitive skin and some aestheticians have bruised my skin in the past because they don’t know how to handle my skin but I’ve never had that issues with Lori’s waxes. She always uses the best… Read more “She always uses the best products”

Amanda B.
Ventura, CA

I recommend Spa 10 to everyone

I love, love Lori and Spa 10. I am a loyal client for many years. I wouldn’t trust anyone else with my skin care and eyebrow waxing. Also, the skin care products she uses are the best… many of them are organic and natural and they make my skin glow. Added plus for anti-aging. I… Read more “I recommend Spa 10 to everyone”

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Los Angeles, CA

It’s always a pleasant experience

I love Spa 10! I have been a returning client of Lori’s for many years. One of the things that keeps me coming back is that Lori stays completely up to date with the latest in skin care treatments and products. She really knows her stuff!! It’s always a pleasant experience and my skin absolutely… Read more “It’s always a pleasant experience”

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Manhattan, NY

I have been getting so many compliments

I just had another fabulous microcurrent facial with Lori at Spa 10. I have been getting so many compliments on my skin since I started getting these facials. I highly recommend Lori at Spa 10.

Linda F.
Cathedral City

Lori is the only person I trust

Lori is the only person I trust with my eyebrows. She is amazingly meticulous and never disappoints. At other places I have gone to, they rush through doing my brows which results in my hair growing back in just 2 weeks! With Lori, she is very careful with how she waxes which leaves my brows… Read more “Lori is the only person I trust”

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Los Angeles, CA

I wouldn’t dream of going anywhere else

I have been a client of Lori’s since 2004. Even when I lived back east, I would schedule appointments with her every time I flew back to visit my family. I’ve been back in CA since 2010 and have seen her every 4 weeks for the last 7 years! I see her for waxing, facials,… Read more “I wouldn’t dream of going anywhere else”

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75280 CA-111 #103
Indian Wells, CA 92210
*Located in Phoenician Day Spa
+1 (760) 610-4926

By Appointment - Spa 10 has a strict 24 Hour cancellation policy. In the event of a late cancellation/no show the fee is $50. An invoice will be sent via square. If we are able to replace appointment with a client on wait list we are happy to waive fee.


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