Juicing For Healthy Skin: Skin Specialist Tip!

Stacey's Skincare Tip of the Day:

JUICING FOR HEALTHY SKIN

It isn't hard to guess that among the most important skin rebuilding nutrients are fresh organic vegetables. They are loaded with vitamins and minerals that not only give you smooth, firm, glowing skin, but also help to eliminate impurities and toxins that interfere with regenerating skin cells and the general health of your skin.

Green drinks are amazing for promoting beautiful skin. Because the molecular structure of chlorophyll (found in green leafy vegetables) is similar to that of human hemoglobin, green juices act as a "mini transfusion" for your blood, brain, immune system, skin, and hair.

These juices contain large amounts of B vitamins, folic acid, carotene, and choline, all of which help to strengthen and protect the skin. They are also high in minerals such as potassium, calcium, iron, and phosphorus, as well as enzymes that aid in digestion and cellular growth.

Stacey's Favorite Green Juice:

6 Kale Leaves

1 Cucumber
 4 Celery Stalks
 2 Green Apples
 1/2 Lemon
 1 piece of ginger

3 Key Supplements to Kick-start Energy, Support Adrenals, and Ramp-Up Weight Loss

Experience a "Beautiful Health"  Kasia Kick Start Kit

Kick-start your personal thermogenic energy, support your stress load and adrenals, and put weight loss in effect for 2013!

 

The Premier Research Lab DUO!

1.)  FatStat is the result of years of trial-and-error research and development in the nutritional art of the botanical thermogenic effect.

When used in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise program, this synergistic formula promotes fat loss in all those hard to reach places. One key ingredient, Chrysin, has been shown to break down stubborn abdominal fat. In addition to those with gross fat levels, this formula can also be used for thin people who carry toxic fat around the abdomen and hips. An added benefit is increased muscle mass and increased energy.

This product has a superior effect for the following:

• Promotes steady, efficient fat burning (thermogenic effect)
• Hormone balancing for effective, long-lasting weight loss support
• Boosts energy
• Use in conjunction with Adaptogen R3 for the superior "Lean Body" effect
• Use in conjunction with a healthy diet and exercise program

2.)  Coupled with Adaptogen-R3

Adaptogen-R3 is not a “jolt product,” loaded with stimulants that rev up weak adrenals such as ephedra. Instead, its unique, adaptogenic herbs are synergistically combined to focus on nourishing the glands and organs, including the adrenals, as well as creating maximal oxygen and nutrient transport to the muscles and connective tissue to ensure optimal support, detoxification and immune function.

Adaptogen-R3 Supports:

• Maximum performance
• Increased energy
• Endurance
• Enhanced oxygen & nutrient uptake
• Enhanced fat loss when used with a balanced diet
• Supports healthy adrenal function
• Optimal neurotransmitter
• Memory
• Mental & endocrine support
• Broad spectrum endocrine rejuvenator, especially the pituitary-adrenal axis
• All ingredients are also immune-specific, so this product may also be used for those with multiple immune concerns.

Adaptogen R-3 is Indicated for the Following:

• Hormone Support
• Athletes
• Overweight Individuals
• High Stress Levels
• Type A Personalities
• Fatigue

3.)  Add in Premier Cleanse, which will assist and support intestinal cleansing and rejuvenation.

Even if you have cleaned up your act for the past few years (by eating a healthy, high fiber diet with fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains), you may still have years worth of toxic accumulation. Many colons still retain the toxic sludge that is a by-product of the Standard American Diet (including meat, dairy, refined flour and sugar, fried foods, etc.).  Unbelievably, layers of decayed fecal matter and pockets of mucus can remain in the colon for a lifetime.

This unique formula is designed to thoroughly but gently cleanse the entire intestinal tract, promote healthy, normal bowel eliminations and thereby, aid in cleansing the entire body.

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Why hair becomes thinner, less shiny and more prone to breaking or damage.

As we get older and grow wiser, our hair unfortunately becomes more brittle and thin.  Check out our Informed Beauty Essential Tips on how to battle the signs of aging in order to attain - and regain -  younger-looking and healthier locks.

As the years go by, many of us dread the experience of finding that first gray hair - which actually occurs because hair loses protein and melanin with age.   But, unfortunately, silver strands aren’t the only change. After the age of 40, hair may become thinner, less shiny and more prone to breaking or damage.

These changes can be caused by several factors including:

• Hormonal changes. Over time, the body produces lower levels of the hormones necessary for hair growth. Hormonal fluctuations post-menopause may also cause many women to experience thinner hair later in life.

• Sluggish cell regeneration. As we age, the rate at which hair is able to grow slows down, resulting in thinner tresses. Over time, hair loses its elasticity, hair follicles shrink, growth slows and sebum and keratin production diminishes, so strands can become brittle and dull.

• Genetics. Genetics play a significant role in determining the quantity and quality of your hair. While most people experience some hair loss with aging, the extent of hair loss is often determined by genetics.

• Medications. According the American Academy of Family Physicians, certain medicines may contribute to hair loss. These medications include those used to treat gout, high blood pressure, depression and heart problems related to blood pressure and cholesterol. Changes may be long term or temporary. Be sure to discuss potential side effects with your doctor.

Call Kasia Organic Salon today to consult on what style looks best on YOU.

At Kasia - we "YOUTHIFY!" 

Your Winter Hair Recovery Guide

 

Winter air can be brutal on our hair and scalp.   While gusting winds and frigid temps outside whip our tresses into a mess, the warm and dry-like air inside our home and office do even more harm.

"It's indoor heating that really dries out the hair and weakens the hair cuticle.   "Without that protective barrier, hair fibers peel and break."

Support your locks and stop this cycle with some changes in the products you choose and how you use them.

A Rx Prescription for Shine

Like a sneezy and achy winter head cold, winter hair has it's own set of symptoms: static, dry, dull, frizzy, and flat. Nursing your hair to health takes multifacited approach.

Hydrating: Give your parched hair a long drink they need by switching to moisturizing shampoos and conditioners such as Kasia Replenish Shampoo and Conditioner.   Sea kelp, aloe, and shea moisturize, repair and strengthen, restoring shine and defining curls. Vitamins E and C are powerful antioxidants that repair and protect.

Seal Your Split Ends

Dehydrated and thirsty hair means fraying tips and  dreaded spit ends. The only way to get rid of those crunchy tips is with regular haircut "dustings"  every six to eight weeks. Between trims, prevent future damage by applying a hydrating conditioning oil  into your hair to smooth, nourish, and protect.

Bring On the Shine

Due to the daily ware and tear,  the roughed-up surface of dry hair doesn't reflect light as the sun in partial retreat during wintert. Add gloss and protection to your sad and gloomy locks with  Kasia's Off the Fritz.  This is  a great leave-in that protects the  hair from heat and UV rays, while leaving your hair weightless and with shine.  "Oh yeah, it protects that beautiful color you invested in!"

A Rx Prescription for Nutrition

Skinless Chicken

Skinless chicken breast is another healthy source of protein, and it's rich in B vitamins — folate, B6 and B12 — that maintain healthy hair. These vitamins play an important role in the creation of red blood cells, which carry oxygen and nutrients to all body cells, including those of the scalp, follicles and growing hair. When the body is deprived of B vitamins, the cells can starve, causing shedding, slow growth or weak strands that are prone to breaking.

Lentils

Lentils are especially high in both folate and iron, two powerful nutrients that nourish your mane. Folate is a B vitamin that aids the creation of red blood cells; iron helps those blood cells carry oxygen and nutrients to all body cells. With iron deficiency, a condition known as anemia, cells can't get enough oxygen to function properly. The result can be devastating to the whole body, causing weakness, fatigue and maybe even hair loss. So load up on iron-rich lentils for sturdy tresses — and if you're a premenopausal woman, consider taking a multivitamin that contains iron to replace iron lost during menstruation.

Strawberries

Oranges often get the credit as the best vitamin C–packed fruit, but did you know that just eight strawberries deliver 100 percent of your daily value? Strawberries are a juicy, delicious source of vitamin C, which is largely responsible for the health of collagen. Hair follicles require collagen, a structural fiber, for optimal growth. Even minor vitamin C deficiencies can lead to dry, splitting hair that breaks easily, so eating vitamin C–rich foods like strawberries can help you grow stronger, more resilient strands.

Kale

Beta carotene is converted into vitamin A, which is necessary for all cell growth and turnover. Skimping on beta carotene can lead to dull, lifeless hair and dandruff, which is really just dry skin. Regularly eating kale, a leafy green vegetable, is one of the best ways to pack beta carotene into your diet for healthier locks. You can saut&eacute a bunch or two with a little olive oil and garlic, or try my delicious recipe for crispy kale chips: Cut or tear fresh kale into pieces, place in a single layer on a baking sheet, mist with oil spray and bake at 400 degrees for about 10 minutes.

Learn how diet, products and environmental factors can rob us of our radiance and how to easily incorporate an "Informed Beauty" lifestyle to restore our outward beauty from within.

For free daily hair, skin, and "beautiful health" tips, read our Informed Beauty  Blog.

News Flash: Iron Deficiency Causes Female Hair Loss

  Researchers have proven that iron deficiency is a factor in female hair loss, a condition found to affect as much as 10 percent of women aged 35-60. The SU.VI.MAX study findings might help health and beauty care professionals to devise better formulations to treat the condition in the future.

http://www.cosmeticsdesign-europe.com/Formulation-Science/Iron-deficiency-causes-female-hair-loss

Kasia Organic Salon carries the best Iron on the market from Premier Research Labs.  Contact Kassandra to learn more.  612.824.7611

Stay connected "Informed Beauty!"  Learn more about your nutritional MUST HAVE'S in a recent article!

Skin Problem Symptoms, Nutrition Facts and the Best Healthy Foods

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Skin under the eye is 40% thinner than the rest of the face?

Did you know the  skin around and under the eye is 40% thinner than skin on the rest of the face?  This delicate area requires special treatment.  Many women mistaken products from simple  coconut oil to higher end facial serums will do the job of "anti-aging," but I am afraid it is a bit more granular than these higher molecule products (as great as they are).

We advise setting up an appointment with your facial expert to consult the best products for your needs.  Kasia's Skin Specialist, Stacey is here to meet your  individual skin care and anti-aging needs.   Call 612.824.7611

 Kasia onCure Eye

Always look like you’ve had eight hours of sleep! OnCure Eye Cream is designed to naturally eliminate dark circles, reduce puffiness and fine lines, promote firmness and elasticity and improve circulation, OnCure combines three rich, organic lipids—Apricot Kernel, Borage and Shea Butter—into a rich blend of high-performance natur

al ingredients to heal and hydrate the sensitive eye area.

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Key Benefits

Brighter:

• Naturally reduces dark circles, shadows and puffiness using Hesperidin, a flavonoid derived from citrus fruits.
• An encapsulated tripeptide stimulatea the natural exfoliation process, bringing a brighter, smoother and more even tone to the under eye area.
• Chrysin, a naturally occurring flavone extracted from Blue Passion Flower, helps reduce the appearance of dark circles

Firmer:

• Reinforce firmness and tone using nourishing apricot kernel to replenish and rebuild skin.
• Tripeptides and Sea Algae Extract stimulate collagen production.

Smoother:

• Prevent puffiness and reduce bags with tripeptides, Vitamin C and E to stimulate cell growth and reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Fragrance! Are You Building Up Chemical Sensitivities?

  People are becoming more familiar with the term, Multiple Chemical Sensitivity but many don't understand what it really is or realize that we are all at risk of developing it. In essence, MCS is the body's natural, allergic reaction following exposure to a variety of chemicals and toxins. This exposure can be from inhalation, ingestion and/or the topical application of chemicals commonly found in the products we use every day.

MCS can develop slowly over time as chemicals accumulate in your body, or develop suddenly from a single harsh exposure to chemicals like new carpeting in your home, a freshly painted wall or the use of pesticides in your yard. Toxic chemicals are also ingested in the form of food colors, preservatives and various food additives. Chemicals, (especially petroleum based ingredients) present in personal care products like shampoo, conditioner, soaps, facial creams, sunscreens and cosmetics, are absorbed into the skin which carries them into the blood stream.

The more than 48 million men, women, and children with Multiple Chemical Sensitivity experience allergy-like symptoms ranging from minor annoyances to life-threatening reactions. MCS can manifest as skin rashes, burning eyes, nausea, light headedness, headaches, sleeping problems, and digestive system disorders. The long-term effects include neurological problems and peripheral nerve damage, diabetes, arthritis, vascular disorders, including life threatening blood clotting; nutritional deficiencies, asthma, and sometimes even cancer.

Let's explore fragrance as just one common Chemical Sensitivity trigger:

• Fragrances enter the body through inhalation, the mouth by ingestion and the skin by absorption. 
• There are more than 5,000 different fragrances in the products we use on a daily basis, yet only about 1,300 of them have been tested for safety. Those tests did not include respiratory, neurological, or systemic effects. 
• "Fragrance" on a product label is considered a trade secret, meaning the manufacturer is not required to identify the chemical makeup of the fragrance. 
• Six hundred or more chemical ingredients may be used to create a single fragrance. 
• Approximately 95% of the chemicals used in fragrances today are synthetic compounds derived from petroleum, including known toxins capable of causing cancer, birth defects, central nervous system disorders and allergic reactions. 
• The vast majority of the chemicals in fragrances consist of volatile organic compounds that are known to be respiratory irritants. 
• Inhaling fragrances can cause circulatory changes and electrical activity in the brain, triggering migraine headaches, the inability to concentrate, dizziness and fatigue. 
• A recent Environmental Working Group study found two synthetic musks in the cord blood of newborn babies. These musks have been associated with toxicity to the endocrine system. 
• A pregnant woman's use of some fragrances may expose her growing fetus to diethyl phthalate (DEP), a common perfume solvent linked to abnormal development of reproductive organs in baby boys and sperm damage in adult men. 
• Children may be more susceptible to the effects of fragrances because of their smaller size, their higher respiratory rate, and their thinner skin.

Fragrances have been used throughout history so why are people only recently suffering from their ill affects? Until the 20th century, perfumes were made from natural ingredients derived directly from spices, flowers, plants, herbs and animals. The Egyptian's were the first to use scents of cinnamon and honey with which to anoint their bodies.

During the 1900's, advancements in chemical technology along with a rapidly growing population and a rising demand for perfumes and fragrance, led manufacturers to turn to inexpensive synthetic ingredients in lieu of natural plant and flower extracts that were far more costly and time consuming. In 1989, the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health recognized 884 poisonous substances (chemicals) used in the fragrance industry. Yet, to this day, when you see the word fragrance on a product label, the chemicals used to create it are considered a "trade secret."

When you use perfume, body lotion or soap made with synthetic fragrances, you are exposing yourself and others to powerful, harmful chemicals. The fragrances you wear may not adversely affect you, but they may cause those around you instant reactions including headaches, migraines, runny nose and eyes, breathing difficulty and sinus problems. Even people who aren't particularly chemically sensitive report discomfort when exposed to perfumes. As a result, many businesses across the United States and Canada, at the request of their employees, are voluntarily creating fragrance-free policies.

Kasia  products are 100% free of synthetic fragrance! All Kasia products integrate and offer  Therapeutic Grade Essential Oils.   “Apothecary,” meaning healing and highly therapeutic, and are what complete our  hair, skin, body products in the most beautiful way. 

Get Grounded!

Grounded Pure Essence

Made from the purest plant-based ingredients with no chemicals, synthetic scents or man-made additives, our Pure-Essence allows you to say “grounded” naturally. Free from alcohol, artificial fragrances, phthalates, parabans, and other chemicals, all Kasia Pure-Essence scent blends are handcrafted in small batches using therapeutic-grade essential oils.

When you love your fragrance it should go with you! Pure-Essence Botanical Blends are the perfect size for your handbag or travel. Or, give it as a beautiful artisan and distinctive gift.

• Patchouli:  Alleviates anxiety and brings focus
• Sandalwood: Relieves agitated emotional states and gives strength
• Frankincense: Calms and improves concentration
• Bergamot: Relieves nervous energy and encourages contentment
• Cedarwood: Combats nervous tension and boosts positivity

Use Holiday Leftovers for Improved Skin Texture and Appearance!

Food for Thought

Holiday left-overs no longer have to be tossed into the trash or stored in your fridge. Most of what we eat during this time of year has alternative benefits, rather than just satisfying your appetite. Such seasonal delights can often be turned into creative do-it-yourself beauty treatments that work to reduce eye puffiness, improve skin tone and/or fight flakiness. Follow my tips below and say cheers to the holiday season and fabulous left-over finds for your face –your waist will thank you!

Champagne:

Benefit: Makes for a great toner!Champagne detoxifies the skin with antioxidants while lightening Tartaric Acid helps even out the skin tone.For those with oily skin, its antibacterial properties aid in leaving last year’s breakouts behind.

Use: After washing your face, soak up a cotton ball with the left-over champagne and swipe all over face, neck and décolleté.Be careful around the eyes…this is alcohol after all!Let the champagne fully absorb into skin, allowing it to close pores, leaving the surface tight, firm, and glowing! Note people with very sensitive or dry skin should do a patch test on a small, non-visible area of the neck or hands.

Caviar:

Benefit: A household party favorite, caviar is rich in Amino Acids, Phospholipids and isfull of Vitamins A, D, B1, B 2 and B6.Caviar’s structure is similar to human skin cells; therefore it has the ability to speed up the natural production of collagen.Whether you gulp it down or slather it on your face, caviar helps firm, smooth and rejuvenate the skin, resulting in a more youthful appearance.

Use: To make a caviar mask, simply apply the left-overs all over the face, neck and décolleté.After 30 minutes, rinse off with lukewarm water; skin is left thoroughly hydrated and renewed!

Sweet Potatoes

Benefit: High in Iron, Fiber and Beta-Carotene which aids in the production of new skin cells and helps to smooth out fine lines around the eyes.

Use: For a wrinkle-reducing eye treatment, slice two pieces of cold sweet potato and place on each eye for 20 minutes.The colder the sweet potato slices, the more effective the treatment will be.

Cranberries

Benefit: Considered one of the most powerful antioxidants in all food groups, cranberries are anti-bacterial as well as anti-inflammatory and can help to stimulate collagen.

Use: For an exfoliating mask, mash up leftover cranberries with raw sugar, oatmeal and a little cranberry juice.Leave the mask on for 10 minutes and rinse to create a healthy glow.

Coffee

Benefit: Caffeine helps to treat skin redness, inflammation, the appearance of cellulite.

Use: After your morning cup of joe, take the granules into the shower and rub them onto your body, focusing on areas that need extra tightening. They also make a great exfoliating addition to any facial product.

About the author

Marina Peredo M.D., F.A.A.D. is a nationally recognized board certified dermatologist with over 20 years of experience.Dr. Peredo has successfully treated patients with skin-related conditions and is also regarded as one of the leading dermatologic experts for non-invasive/minimally invasive cosmetic procedures.She participates in many key professional organizations, conducts numerous clinical studies, is a national trainer, speaker and educator for prestigious dermatologic companies and does pro-bono work for Beyond Our Borders.