Informed Beauty—Just in Time for Summer

Kasia Organic Salon offers star summer products to get beach-ready the balanced way

March 28, 2012, Minneapolis ­ – From skin to body to hair care, Kasia Organic Salon is locally-based and offers luxurious services and products that harness the restorative and skin-perfecting properties of all-natural ingredients—a simple, pure addition to a beautifully healthy lifestyle.

After opening her own organic salon and pioneering the use of ammonia-free permanent hair color, Kassie Kuehl, owner of Kasia Organic Salon, turned her health-conscious talents toward building safer beauty products. Dedicated to providing natural beauty without harsh or toxic chemicals, Kuehl set out to create her own all-natural collection. Packed with high-quality, natural and organic ingredients, Kasia Organics achieves the elusive combination of truly effective formulas and totally affordable price tags.

Kasia Organics contains nutritious ingredients, antioxidants and vitamins, organic essential oils and natural anti-inflammatory agents. Plus, the products are free of harmful chemicals including parabens, petrochemicals, phthalates, lauryl/laureth sulfates, synthetic dyes or fragrances, wasteful fillers and GM plant ingredients.

“Using natural and botanically-based products to support a new level of beauty is a mission that goes more than just skin deep for me,” says Kuehl. “The future is now and it’s high time we started using healthier options for ourselves and offering those options to our clients.”

STAR SUMMER PRODUCTS

Particularly perfect as the weather heats up, these products are protective, hydrating, and energizing—safe and natural beauty options that are absolutely addictive. Get ready to bask in the glow of summer the healthy way:

Enliven Body Polish Kasia’s body polishes gently slough away dull winter skin for a soft, refreshed feel. Created using Celtic sea salt from France, California sun-dried salt, wild crafted honey, Kukui nut oils, other natural oils like hemp seed, sunflower, avocado and Jojoba, it refines, brightens and detoxifies the skin. Plus, pure organic essential oils instantly energize and increase circulation for a healthy glow.

Price: $23

Honey-Dip Sunless Self-Tanner and Moisturizer The all-natural glow-getter! Honey-Dip contains 10% naturally derived DHA—more than a typical self-tanner—to provide the perfect sun-kissed look, even when mixed with your favorite moisturizer. A luxurious blend of Aloe Vera gel, antioxidants and hydrating oils and butters, the light consistency absorbs quickly with no streaking. The result: a healthy, flawless tan. Plus, it smells AMAZING—no self-tanner stink, just a fresh coconut-floral aroma. Price: $26

Good Day Sunshine Sunshield Super-potent yet lightweight, this non-chemical sunscreen provides healing and moisturizing properties along with true broad-spectrum UAV/UVB protection and 5% zinc and titanium. Formulated for sensitive skin, it’s safe for the entire family and is PABA and fragrance-free. Perfect for wearing under makeup! (Shake well before applying.) Price: $29

Off the Fritz Hair Sealer You’re guaranteed a good hair day with this remarkable, multi-purpose spray. Designed to minimize frizz and block against humidity, it provides weightless shine and protects hair from thermal styling and UV rays. Great for damaged or colored hair, it seals and shields while offering effortless control and manageability. Bonus: it’s 96% organic! Price: $20

ABOUT KASIA ORGANIC SALON Kasia, the Greek word for “pure,” is at the heart of Kasia Organic Salon. Based on the principles of beauty, wellness and education, the team is dedicated to providing clients with the opportunity to renew and nurture their natural sense of beauty through holistic experiences, mindful services and pure products. Each client will achieve their desired beauty and style while supporting—not sacrificing—their health.

Kasia Organic Skincare is available at Kasia Organic Salon, 822 West 50^th Street, Minneapolis, 612-824-7611 or at kasiaorganicsalon.com.

CONTACT

Betsey McLain

(e) betsey.mclain@gmail.com

(c) 917-650-1712

Are You Allergic to Hair color? Subtle Nuances.

At Kasia Organic Salon we receive multiple calls weekly  nationwide on what color line we use, and if it would work for them because of their new or current allergic reactions/symptoms.  For many women, they hide and do not speak about their "itchy and watery eyes" after leaving their service or at home, and just put up with it.  Well, the truth  is, over time, the body can be overwhelmed enought to make it an unbearable situation. Our staff always offers clients with a patch test prior to a color service.  We also offer highly recommended practitioner referrals to pin point the allergy, and/or lifestyle causations.  Reactions  are becoming incredibly common in ammonia and PPD based hair color and this can be very hidden.

Kasia Salon offers an alternative color VOID of these active agents with no silent substitutes. We do all that we can to find an alternative option.  Still nervous? Another alternative we can offer you is by stacking heavy foils to blend out gray, or add tone (leaving the color off scalp) or applying a complete direct dye with no other added ingredients/reactions.

Allergy Introduction to PPD

The most common allergen found in hair color is PPD (paraphenylenediamine), which is mostly found in permanent hair color. If you have never had your hair colored, or if PPD allergy runs in your family, there is an easy way to find out if you are allergic in the salon. Licensed Cosmetologists can do a patch test in the salon, which will determine if you will have a skin reaction to PPD-based hair color. Ingterestingly, PPD is also found in fur coats, ink tatoos and wigs.

“Positive patch test reactions to p-phenylenediamine (PPD) are common. PPD is used in oxidative hair dyes and is also present in dark henna temporary ‘tattoos’. Cross-sensitization to other contact allergens may occur.”

About 25% of people allergic to PPD may also be allergic to ingredients found in semi-permanent hair colors, of which may also be found in pen inks and may be used to color certain foods and pharmaceuticals. Semi- permanent and demi-permanent hair colors are usually ammonia-free but the ammonia substitute, ethanolamine, may produce a reaction in some people. Again, a patch test can be done in the salon to determine if you are allergic to either semi- or demi-permanent hair colors that are carried in the salon. Reactions to PPD include

• Itching scalp/skin
• Redness
• Swelling
• Mild dandruff like symptoms
• Scaly skin
• Pain
• Sneezing or other hay fever/cold like symptoms when ever hair dye applied
• Nausea when dye applied
• Sever swelling around eyes
• Scaly skin on ears, face and neck

The patch test is simple. Your stylist will apply a small amount of color mixed with developer to behind the ear (if your hair is short) or to the inner bend of the elbow. This has to be allowed to dry and to remain uncovered for 48-72 hours. If no irritation or rash occurs between the time the patch test is applied and 72 hours is complete, the test is negative, and you can proceed to schedule a hair coloring service.

Call Kasia Organic Salon and avoid the continual build up of chemicals and allergic reactions.  We've been so pleased to be able to service those that come with these complications and to those who wish to just make a better choice, keeping the hair healthier and lasting color.

Kasia Organic Salon stylists are the leading experts in NO Ammonia,  NO PPD, and NO MEA color services.  Kassie (owner) started testing the "new way of hair coloring" as it was in it's testing stage.

Call us today with any questions you may have!

612 824 7611

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Safety Issues of Hair Color Products and ‘PPD’

FAQ * Kasia SO-BERRY FRESH SOAP NUTS

Kasia SO-BERRY FRESH SOAP NUTS

Saponin Is The Key

The fruit of the soapberry tree produces saponin,  which naturally protects the fruit by repelling bugs, bacteria and fungus.  Approximately 15% of the outer fruit of the soapberry is made up of saponin.  The seed, which is removed during harvesting, does not contain any saponin.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can you use soapberries (aka soapnuts) if you have a nut allergy?

The mislabeling of soapberries as soapnuts causes a lot of confusion on this topic.  However, these are truly berries and not nuts and they won’t cause any kind of nut allergy.

2. How do they work?

Soapberries contain saponin, which makes water “wetter” and holds dirt suspended in water until they are rinsed away.

3. Will they remove stains?

They are effective at removing everyday stains but you may need to use a separate stain treatment for more stubborn ones.

4. Can they be used for anything other than laundry?

Yes! They can be used for cleaning a broad range of things  (see below)

5. Will my whites stay white?

For best results separate your colors and whites.  You can ad borax to the white wash for extra whitening.

6. Are they safe to use in all machines (high efficiency, front and top loaders)?

Absolutely - just remember to keep them in the wash bag provided (or alternatively an old sock tied at the top) to prevent the berries from getting stuck in the machine’s filter. They are great for front loading machines because they naturally produce very little foam.

7. Is it ok to leave them in the rinse cycle?

Yes.  There is no residue to wash away. The saponin in the soapberry is released in warm water.  Cold water is used in the rinse cycle. The saponin remaining in the rinse cycle adds body and softness to your laundry.

8. Will soapberries maintain my colors?

Yes! Soapberries will not deteriorate colors as do commercial detergents.

9. Can I use soapberries with cold water?

Yes! The saponins in the soapberry release more slowly in cold than warm water, but they still work effectively.  It’s best to soak the soapberries in warm water to release the saponins.

10. Do I need to use fabric softener?

Saponins contained in soapberries leave your laundry beautifully soft, so there is no need for a commercial fabric softener.

11. Are soapberries safe to use on my really delicate clothes?

Yes! Soapberries have been used for centuries for the most delicate of silk and wool fabrics and can be safely used without bleaching out color.

12. Can soapberries be used to handwash clothes?

Yes.  You can either make up a soapberry solution or else you can soak the soapberries for a few minutes in their bag in warm water.

13. I can’t see any bubbles in my wash - how can they be working?

Foam is not related to the effectiveness of the cleaning product. Although some soaps naturally foam, commercial detergents are generally low foaming with a foaming agent added to increase the perception of cleaning power.

14. Do soapberries have a lifespan? Will they lose effectiveness over time?

Provided soapberries are kept in a dry place, they should remain as effective as the day you bought them.

15. Are soapberries good for washing cloth diapers?

Yes.  Soapberries are all natural, and contain no harsh chemicals that will irritate your baby’s skin and cause diaper rash.  Soapberries naturally soften and add body to laundry - without “clogging up” the fibers of the diapers. In fact, soapberries will “strip” the diaper of build-up caused by commercial detergents, and increase the diaper’s absorbency.  Soapberries gently and effectively eliminate all lingering smells.

16. Are soapberries safe for my baby’s laundry?

Yes.  Soapberries are 100% natural and hypoallergenic, and they do not contain added chemicals or fragrances which can often lead to skin irritation in babies and others with skin sensitivities.

17. Are soapberries safe for my septic system?

Definitely. Soapberries are anti-microbial and are actually beneficial for both septic and greywater systems. Also, because soapberries are 100% natural and biodegradable, it’s  completely safe to put the soapberry liquid down the drain.

18. Eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and other itchy or bumpy symptoms

Soapberries are especially great for those with sensitive skin - including babies and those that suffer from allergies, eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis ! They are natural treatments of eczema and are great for those with bumps symptoms such as hands bumps, bumps on fingers, nose bumps, finger bumps, dry bumps, .  Soapberries are extremely gentle and chemical free - alleviating the potential for problems for eczema babies. Liquid or sheet fabric softeners may also irritate skin, but since soapberries make your laundry soft and fluffy, those commercial products are unnecessary!

19. Are soapberries safe for those with sensitive skin, skin disorders or rashes?

Yes! Soapberries are natural soap and hypoallergenic. Commercial detergents can easily irritate skin and are one of the causes of rash.  Soapberries do not contain added chemicals or fragrance which often irritate people with skin sensitivities, sensitive facial reactions to chemicals or those with rash conditions such as sore rash, small rash, rash spots, rash eyes, red itch, red sweat, blisters white, rash swelling, face blisters, rash lips, rash fingers, body soars, nose blisters, finger rash, red spots rash, redness rash, back rashes, and rashes on arms.

20. What about my allergies to soap?

Soapberries are 100% non-allergenic.  They are ideal for people who normally suffer from allergies to soap and have an allergic face or other body parts.  Most allergic reactions to soap are due to added chemicals and fragrance.  Soapberries are naturally grown and chemical free.

21. The end product still goes down the drain.  Does that hurt the environment?

No.  Soapberries are anti-microbial.  This means that they actually help in breaking down the grey water in your septic system.  They are 100% green eco friendly and cleaner environmentally.

Preserving your Soap nuts liquid.

FREEZING: You can freeze the liquid in ice cube trays. Depending on the size of each cube, use 2 or 3 per load of laundry. If each cube holds about 1 Tbsp. Use 2 cubes.

PRESERVING: Use clean quart jars.Place the equivalent of 7-10 soap nuts in each jar. (it’s better to use smaller soap nut pieces). Fill with boiling water but leave a ½ in. space at the top.Place the lid on securely.

WATER BATH:  Place the jars in the boiling water. Make sure to cover the jars completely. Bring to a rolling boil and boil for 30 minutes. Remove jar from boiling water and let cool.

Soapberries are used for  More Than Just Laundry…just about anything!

DISHWASHER: Fill the soap dispenser with the liquid. Make sure to scrape the dishes clean first. Add vinegar to the rinse dispenser and your dishes will sparkle.

ALL PURPOSE CLEANER: Keep the liquid in a spray bottle and use to clean the bathroom, kitchen, floors etc. Add a few drops of essential oil to make different scents.

STEAM CLEANING SPOT TREATMENT: Add 3 Tbsp.To 1 gallon hot water and use in a portable steam cleaner. Great for getting out urine smells and stains.

WINDOW & GLASS CLEANER:  Fill a spray bottle with 1 Tbsp. Vinegar and 1 Tbsp. Soap nuts liquid fill with water. Polish with a dry cloth or newspaper.

CLEANING JEWELRY:  Soak your jewelry in the liquid for a few minutes. Use a old soft toothbrush to gently remove debris. Rinse with clean water and polish with a dry cloth.

HAND WASHING SILKS and DELICATES: Add 1 or 2 tsp. Soap nuts liquid or powder to warm water. Gently wash your delicates. Rinse with warm water and hang or lay flat to dry.

MOSQUITO REPELLENT:  Spray liquid on your hands and rub onto bare arms, legs or face. Safe and gentle to use for babies and children.

LIQUID HAND SOAP:  Fill a regular or foaming pump bottle with the liquid and use to wash your hands. It will not create tons of lather, but will clean hands well.   Add a few drops essential oils to make a germ-killing soap.

FOR PETS:  Use the liquid to wash your pet’s fur. Will leave the fur soft and manageable. Also can be sprayed directly on pet to help repel mosquitoes.

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Kasia Organic Salon joins Recycle Bank! Weigh in and redeem!

This program gives you----Kasia Informed Beauty---- points for the weight of your recyclables that you can use for discounts at Kasia Organic Salon!

Recycle and earn points to spend at Kasia Organic Salon.

It's simple. Recycle, your can is weighed. Then log in and redeem points, choose Kasia  for your coupon.

Recycle Bank is new to the area, and more cities are planned to be added.

For more information visit: http://www.recyclebank.com

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Clearing Skin Disorders Naturally * Eczema, Dry Skin, & Dandruff

The Kasia Team is committed to restoring the lasting foundations of beauty with the encouragement of a  nutrient dense lifestyle whether that be nutrition, supplementation, or topically -   providing the essential building blocks for clear, healthy skin and hair.

Let's step into some "Functional Medicine/Beauty" and get to the ROOT of  Clearing Skin Disorders Naturally

Key points

1. The skin is the largest and most visible organ of the body.

2. Heredity, diet, toxins, and allergen factors involved.

3. Detoxification is essential for people with skin disorders. The liver is the major organ involved.

4. Proper balance of the liver, lungs, kidneys, and digestive system maintains healthy skin.

Natural Acne Solutions

1. Probiotic +  (Acidophilus & Bifidus)  or high quality plain yogurt & kefir

2. Sulfur rich foods: eggs, fish, garlic, broccoli, and or MSM supplements

3. Vitamin A 25,000-100,000 (use with caution at higher levels and short term for a month or so)

4. Silica

5. Pantothenic acid 250-1000 mg

6. Zinc 30-60 mg

Eczema

1. Inflammatory skin reaction characterized by itching, redness, blisters, or dryness.

2. A sign of toxins from inside your body. Treating with creams is not addressing the root causes of toxicity.

3. Detoxify to expel the toxins, thus preventing the problem from returning.

4. Homeopathic remedies: Silica, Sulphur, Graphites, Psorinum

5. Dietary factors/allergens common

Psoriasis

1. Auto-immune, inflammatory skin condition. Caused by faulty immune system which over-reacts and

accelerates the growth of skin cells. Normally skin cells mature and are shed every 30 days. In psoriasis,

skin cells mature in 3 to 6 days, and pile up.

2. There are five types. Some get a related form called “psoriatic arthritis,” of the joints.

3. Plaque psoriasis is the most common type. It appears as patches of raised, reddish skin covered by silvery-white scale. These patches, or plaques, frequently form on the elbows, knees, lower back, and scalp.

Dry Skin and Dandruff

1. Water: 8-12 glasses pure

2. EFA’s: Flax seed oil, Cod liver oil, fatty fish

3. Use filter in shower to reduce chlorine

4. Minerals: sodium (sea salt/ Nat Mur) and potassium

5. Sugar is a culprit so need to eliminate. Also need to increase B-complex

6. Gall Bladder? Liver? Candida?

Atopic Eczema

Atopic eczema is associated with a genetic predisposition to non-regulation and imbalance of the immune system. People with atopic allergies lack cellular immune defences (TH1) and have too many humoral immune defences (TH2). The cause of this is most likely to be environmental stress – poor diet, pollution etc. Excessive cleanliness is also cited as a cause of atopic disease – this cause is known as 'The Hygiene Hypothesis'. The goal for treatment, therefore, is to rebalance the immune system to have an equal strength of TH1 and TH2 defences. Treatment possibilities include:

• Correcting faulty digestion;

• Increasing the ratio of omega-3 fats in our diets;

• Boosting glutathione and antioxidant levels. Glutathione is the most important antioxidant. Others include selenium, vitamin E, alpha lipoic acid (ALA) and NAC (N-Acetylcysteine).

• Checking for low stomach hydrochloric acid. Supplementing Betaine Hydrochloride;

• Supplementing  Probiotics

• Supplementing with vitamins, herbs and minerals, including magnesium, zinc, iron, manganese calcium, vitamin C (ascorbic acid) and B-vitamins especially B6;

• Increasing intake of monunsaturated fats: found mainly in nuts and olive oil;

• Reducing numbers of yeasts and bacteria on the skin and in the body;

• Exposure to moderate UVA: sunlight improves atopic eczema;

• Increasing exercise: this balances the immune response, gets oxygenated blood flowing, and improves appetite, digestion, sleep and endorphin release;

• Controlling stress: stress exhausts the hormonal system, causing worsening atopic systems. The adrenal gland releases cortisol when the body is under stress, overworking the endocrine system.

POINT OF ACTION!

For a consultation or further questions about the importance of Probiotics, Essential Fatty Acids, and over-all GOOD, better, BEST nutrition for hair, skin, and YOUR BEAUTIFUL HEALTH

DID YOU KNOW?

Fresh uncooked fruits and vegetables can actively support your body's regeneration and detoxification processes. Consume nutrient dense and organic goods.

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Organic Salon Opens After Neighbor Businesses Burn

Reporting Bill Hudson

MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO)

It's an entrepreneur's nightmare. You find just the right neighborhood for your new business, and then a day before you open, the neighborhood changes.

That's exactly what happened to Kassie Kuehl. On February 18th, a fire destroyed the southeast corner of the 50th Street South and Bryant Avenue business district. Popular gift shop Patina is gone, along with two well-known restaurants, Heidi's and Blackbird.

The day after the fire, Kuehl opened her the new Kasia Organic Salon on the northeast corner of 50th and Bryant. There's less foot traffic than she hoped for, but she hopes her organic approach will bring clients in.

Kuehl considered leaving the beauty business a couple years ago. While working at an Aveda salon, she started to have health problems.

"Headaches, nauseous, just loss of appetite. I wasn't comfortable at all," said Kuehl, assigning blame to the chemicals found in many salon products. "They made me sick, absolutely."

Kasia Organic Salon features organic services and products, including Kuehl's private line. Client Nancy Halvorson came to the salon because of Kuehl's natural approach. She eats organic food and figured this would be a natural next step.

"I think once you start down that road, you realize how much everything affects you," said Halvorson, her hair covered with foil. "You just become a better steward all around, not only to your body, but then that kind of spills over the environment and how you're treating the whole world."

When asked why other salons don't go all-organic, Kuehl said, "Costs. It's bottom line. It's more efficient. They can shelve a product for years without it going bad."

Kuehl believes that in the future all salons will operate this way. Until then, her clients can come to 50th and Bryant to get their hair colored without the strong smell of ammonia.

"I love it, I love it," said client Halvorson. "Love not having to smell the smell, and my hair feels great. It lasts a long time."

Paula Engelking, Producer

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