The Best Way to Apply Bronzer for Fall

If you find yourself stuck on how to choose and use bronzer, you're not alone. Fact is, bronzer can be tricky to shop for and even trickier to apply correctly—but when a well-selected bronzer is applied correctly, it warms up and rejuvenates a dull, sallow, or too-pale complexion.

Contrary to popular belief, bronzer is a great product to use during every season, not just in the warm summer months. As fall approaches, don’t toss your golden bronze powder just yet.

When to Apply Bronzer

Some people wonder at what point in the makeup routine is bronzer applied. As a general rule, bronzing powders can be applied after your foundation, concealer, and pressed or loose powder is on; cream or cream-to-powder bronzers can go on before you apply setting powder; liquid or gel bronzers can be applied right after foundation, before finishing powder. If desired, apply a bit of blush to the apples of cheeks, matching the texture of your bronzer (for example, apply powder blush over bronzing powder rather than cream blush over bronzing powder).

Tips for Applying Bronzer

When it comes to applying bronzer like a pro, the mantra is "easy does it". The golden rule is to use as little product as possible so that the end result is believably natural. Remember, you can always add more!

Building color gradually is the best way to avoid the beginner's mistake of over-applying. Bronzer should give skin a sun-kissed flush, so apply to areas of the face where the light would shine if it were directly above—where your forehead meets your hairline, down the bridge of your nose, the tip of your chin, and the apples of cheeks.

For a more contoured look, some people find it helpful to imagine the "3" shape, while applying bronzer. On both sides of the face, make the "3" shape starting at the forehead along the hair line, and use your brush to follow along the hollow of the cheek and just under the jawline. Keep it sheer and build as needed.

A common pitfall is using your blush or powder brush to apply your bronzer, but this type of double-duty with your brushes is a no-no. Unless you're good about cleaning your brushes every day (and really, who is?) using one brush for more than one color product can result in muddy, uneven application.

TIP: if you're going to use a bronzer, use a separate brush.

 

At Kasia - we LOVE La Bella Donna's "Amber" Pressed Powder or the Sunset Quads for a beautiful bronzer.  This bronzer can be used year-round.

Quads of compressed mineral bronzing colours to give your skin an après sun-kissed glow. Naturale-created for those with a more fair complexion and may also be used as eyeshadows. Bronze- utilizes both the skin’s naturally occurring tanning undertones of gold and red. Both colours options are a beaute makeup kit must-have.

• Light-refracting qualities present a luminous glow

• The quad of colours may be used not only as a bronzer, use any of the colours as eyeshadows or blush

• Combine colours from each compact to create your personal colour

• Naturale-gives a sun-kissed glow and for a more fair complexion

• Bronze-utilizes both the skin’s naturally-occurring tanning undertones of gold and red

Contact the Kasia team today for your skin care needs!!

Resource: Paula's Choice

Get grounded in the midst of change....

Soon the change of season arrives; it will be September, and soon the leaves will turn color, our schedules will shift and the gates will open to a host of new beginnings, like new school routines, fashion trends, fall harvest, and social  engagements.

Enjoy a deep and rich aroma, that lingers and relaxes in a subtle way. This scent transports me to heart of the earth and grounds me.

What can we do to stay grounded?

 Kasia Pure-Essence “Grounded” 

Kasia’s captivating and mysterious scent “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 stay “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.

Properties:

• 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

 Kassandra’s Tip: Did you know that traditional fragrances are made with about 884 toxic substances? Toluene is a neurotoxin, and according to recent EPA fragrance testing, every single fragrance tested was found to contain toluene. Fragrances are not just perfumes; they are included in most personal care products on the market. And because the formulas are proprietary, the manufacturers are not required to divulge their ingredients. Avoiding perfumes and products with added fragrances will help you eliminate an additional hundreds of unknown toxins.

INGREDIENTS: Pogostemon cablin (patchouli), Santalum album (sandalwood), Boswellia frereana (frankincense), Citrus bergamia (bergamot), Cedrus atlantica (cedarwood)

Can Onion Help Your Hair Grow?

I LOVE ONIONS!  How bout you? Eat onions to help fight hair fall and induce hair growth!

Onions are high on sulfur content. That is why the juice of onions is capable of stimulating hair growth as sulfur helps in increasing blood circulation.

Sulfer also diminishes any kind of skin inflammation due to its antibacterial properties.

We Dare YOU!  Onion Juice for your Hair!

What to Eat on a Dairy, Gluten, and Grain-Free Lifestyle

Here is a List of What To Eat and What To Avoid   -   When Following A Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free and Grain-Free Paleo Diet Lifestyle

Foods You Can Enjoy

• Organic Protein Powders such as ‘Vega’ brand

• Organic Eggs

• Fish

• Vegetables such as Broccoli, Carrots, Onion, Spinach, Cucumbers, Celery, Cauliflower, Scallions, Mushrooms and Bell Peppers (No Beans, Corn or Potatoes)

• Fruits such as Apples, Avocados, Bananas, Cantaloupe, Grapes, Lemons, Oranges, Tomatoes, Strawberries and Grapefruit

• Fresh Herbs

• Healthy Oils such as Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Avocado Oil, Walnut Oil, Macadamia Oil, Coconut Oil

• Unsalted Nuts such as Almonds, Brazil Nuts, Hazelnuts, Pecans and Walnuts (No Peanuts)

• Unsalted Seeds

• Salt-Free Spices

• Grass-Fed Beef

• Organic Turkey

• Organic Chicken

• Other Lean Organic Meats

• Stevia

• Herbal Teas

Foods to Avoid

• Dairy (Milk, yogurt, ice cream, butter, cheese, etc.)

• Grains (rice, oats, millet, corn, barley, rye, sorghum)

• Grain-like Seeds (quinoa, buckwheat, amaranth)

• Legumes

• Beans

• Potatoes

• Fatty Meats

• High-Salt Processed Foods such as Smoked Fish, Deli Meats

• Soda

• Fruit Juice

• Candy

• Honey

• Sugar

• Ketchup

• Olives

• Pickled Foods

• Salad Dressings and Packaged Condiments

• Miso

• Maple Sugar

• Date Sugar

• Foods Containing Vinegar

• Foods Containing Preservatives

• Foods Containing Artificial Colors or Flavorings

• Corn Syrup

• Popsicles

• Peanut Butter

• Soybeans

• Peanuts

• Peas

This is general information that is not intended to be medical advice and given for informational purposes only.

Enjoy our Beautiful Health Nutrition Guide!

Reference: http://thehealthyapple.com

Cleansing Elimination Diet: Your Easy Beautiful Health Guide

  Unlike most diets, the "elimination diet" serves a unique purpose other then strictly being a catalyst to losing extra weight. The goal of the elimination diet is to help any suffering from certain digestion issues, skin or hormone havoc, and other environmental + internal issues - and to determine if something you're eating could be contributing to the problem. It is also an option for  a seasonal cleanse.

By following an “Elimination Diet”, you may be able to identify foods that trigger certain symptoms including joint pain, acne breakouts, skin rashes, fatigue, headaches and more.  Let's get started.

Elimination Phase – First Two Weeks:

Before you begin, make a list or chart of all your symptoms, note their frequency, and rate their severity on a scale of 1 to 10. Note any other characteristics or associations with particular food intake, meal, etc.

It is important not to cheat on this Elimination Diet because any exposure can cause a reaction and your body will not be able to cleanse itself and prepare for the next stage of the diet where you identify any offender foods.

Items to stock in your pantry and fridge:

Use "organic" when possible.

• dark leafy greens (dandelion greens, kale, collards, chard, bok choy, mustard greens...)
• cabbage (all varieties)
• lettuce
• cucumbers
• ginger
• garlic
• onions
• yams
• winter squash
• broccoli
• cauliflower
• Brussels sprouts
• carrots
• celery
• avocados
• cranberries (fresh or frozen)
• blueberries
• cherries
• raspberries
• pears
• apples
• teff
• wild rice
• adzuki beans
• mung beans
• lentils
• sunflower seeds
• pumpkin seeds
• flax seeds
• hemp seeds
• pumpkin seed butter
• sunflower seed butter
• wakame and nori seaweeds
• wild salmon
• organic chicken
• organic ground turkey
• organic lamb

Eliminate the following food groups along with all food items which contain any of these foods.

1. Dairy (including milk, cheese, whey protein, kefir, yogurt, ice cream, frozen yogurt, etc.)
2. Gluten containing grains: wheat, rye, oats, barley, (couscous, pilaf, tabbouleh  etc.) and any foods containing these items (sauces, beer, ketchup and other condiments containing vinegar, some puddings, etc.)
3. Egg and foods containing egg
4. Soy products including miso, tofu, tempeh, soy sauce, tamari
5. Nuts and seeds
6. Shellfish
7. Corn and corn products including chips, tortillas, anything with high fructose corn syrup added
8. Sweeteners (with the exception of stevia), food additives, dyes, colors, etc.
9. Coffee, chocolate, caffeine containing herbal teas
10.  Alcohol

 READ ALL PACKAGED AND BOTTLED FOOD LABELS!!

After two weeks of elimination, rate your symptom chart once again and compare with your initial list.   Did you notice any changes in symptoms, their frequency or severity?  Any new symptoms?

As your body clears during this elimination process, you could have a temporary worsening of symptoms or even a new symptom. These may include headaches, brain fog, skin rash, changes in digestion and/or elimination, bloating, gas, fatigue. Mild symptoms are a common part of the clearing process so continue on, pay attention to adequate fluid intake and make sure you are getting enough protein to keep your blood sugar normalized.

Reintroduction-Challenge Phase:

1. Pick one of the eliminated foods. Consume one serving at breakfast, lunch and at dinner for only one day. Then remove that food from your diet once again. You will not be able to eat that food until you are completely finished adding back foods to your diet.
2. Wait for 3 days before introducing another food and carefully observe your symptoms. If you experience a return or worsening of symptoms that persists after three days, wait until it subsides before introducing another food.
3. Go through each food group as above, adding it in at each meal and then removing it again completely from your diet after the challenge day.
4. Continue to wait for 3 days (72 hours), monitoring and recording  your symptoms before adding in another food

Use your symptom chart to rate your symptom frequency and severity after each food introduction.  Have any symptoms returned or gotten worse after reintroducing a food? 

What can you eat on an Elimination Diet?

• Turkey, chicken, fish (wild salmon, tilapia, etc.) *organic/grass fed
• Unsweetened rice milk or fresh made almond milk
• Fresh fruits except citrus
• Vegetables: most vegetables with the exclusion of nightshade family
• Sweeteners: stevia
• Herbs, Spices: sea salt, pepper, fresh herbs
• Olive oil, raw virgin coconut oil

For A More Extensive Program:

• If you would like to do a more extensive Elimination Diet, you can extend the avoidance list to include nightshade family vegetables (potatoes, tomatoes, eggplant, peppers), citrus, beef, chicken, pork, beans, and coffee. You can also eliminate any foods that you “crave” or foods you choose to eat on a very frequent basis. We often choose to eat foods we are actually sensitive to. These foods can stimulate our adrenal system and give us a temporary energy boost.

• You can undertake a seasonal cleanse along with the Elimination Diet, especially timely in the Spring or Fall. This  can aid with the elimination of inflammatory byproducts  and help support your body’s detoxification process.

Important Information: This diet is not intended to diagnose or treat any specific illness and is intended for healthy individuals. If you have a significant health issue, you are advised to consult your health care provider and undertake this program under supervision. The elimination diet involves the temporary removal of significant sources of protein and other nutrients, which in compromised individuals, may not be advised without ensuring that vital nutrients are preserved in the diet in other forms

Trending . . . Side-Swept Bangs

Break out the BANGS!  

Make a modest change with straight across or to the side - bangs!  Bangs are always a great addition to any fall or winter style!

The Kasia Secret on HOW to Maintain Beautiful Hair Color

 

Choosing the RIGHT Hair Color When you go to choose the next hair color you wish to invest in, always remember that “what you put in – you get out.”  We suggest avoiding color lines that use ammonia or MEA.  These ingredients aggressively raise your cuticle to deposit the pigments into the cortex. At Kasia we use an ammonia/MEA free color that is much kinder to the hair.  “It’s all in the delivery process.”  By opening the cuticle with alkaline actives, allowing the cuticle to slowly open and equally in time to close, you will get the long lasting results you invested in – multi-dimesional, shiny, and complete coverage without the damage!

 

Do you really need a shampoo for color-treated hair? YES! Well, at least a shampoo that is sulfate free. Traditional shampoos contain sulfates that cause the cuticle of the hair to swell which in turn leak your fabulous new color.  “As hair health specialists, we can instantly tell the difference between clients who follow his strict healthy hair checklist and those who don’t.”  Kasia Shampoo & Conditioners not only are sulfate free but will leave your hair with a healthy pH level to promote health and longevity.

Dry Shampoo – Your New BFF! It’s no secret the more you shampoo and blow dry, the quicker the fading.  So why not try to go a couple days without?   Dry shampoo may just be your haircolor’s new BFF.  Try our new Revive Dry Shampoo – clients love the fact that it doesn’t leave the hair or scalp feeling nasty after one day of use (extra additives) – allowing you to where with no washing for multiple days!

UV – Protect ME! Who doesn’t love Mr. Shiny Sun?  While the majority of us love the beaming rays, our colored tresses do not. Just like you protect your anti-aging skin from the sun - our hair is also affected - causing free radical damage, in which creates fading.  Studies show that having a UV filter in a hair care products can reduce color fading by up to 40 percent.  Additionally, sources of heat from styling tools can open up the cuticle allowing your color to leech out. Just a few sprays of aloe-based Off the Fritz on damp hair will help protect your hair from the heat, UV rays, and environmental damages all the while eliminating frizz!

 

At Kasia Organic Salon we have a proven system to benefit our guests with lasting rich color, color-safe products, and treatments to better assure strong and anti-aging hair.

 

Contact us today to set up your “insurance plan!”

 

- By: Valerie, Kasia Hair Health Specialist.

*NEW* Cutting Edge Flat Iron's and Blow Dryers + Lifetime Warranty at Kasia

NEW and NOW at Kasia!  * THEORIE Flat Iron's and Blow Dryers! *

We looked for a very long time - and we chose Theorie due to it's cutting edge technology and LIFETIME WARRANTY!  

Cutting-edge technology and ergonomic design into one easy-to-use tool. While the 100% solid-titanium floating plates ensure heat is distributed evenly, Negative Ion Technology promotes silkier and smoother hair and far-infrared technology reduces static.

THEORIE SAGA FLAT IRONS

• Industry Professional Edition
• Available in Black, Red, Blue and Purple
• 100% Solid Titanium Plates
• Digital temperature display
• Programmable auto shut-off
• Ionized technology to promote silkier and smoother hair
• Far-infrared technology delivers consistent heat distribution, while reducing static
• Sleek, ergonomic, non-slip grip, designed for professional comfort and control
• Heats to maximum temperature of 450°F (230°C) swiftly
• Floating plates optimize styling efficiency
• 11' heat-resistant textile cord
• Available in 1" and 1 ½"
• Designed for use with Keratin treated hair
• Lifetime Warranty

SAGA 3100 BY THEORIE

• Professional Brushless Motor
• Lightweight, ergonomic rubberized design for added comfort while styling
• High performance and energy efficient by conserving 15% less energy than the leading 1875W hair dryer
• 30,000-hr motor life
• Precision air control to lock in moisture while drying hair 60% faster with a heat output of over 300 degrees
• Variable controls include 6 settings allowing you to control the airflow and temperature depending on your hair type and desired style
• Smart air output control technology
• Cool shot for style setting
• 11' Professional cord for optimal styling space
• 2 concentrator nozzles for precision air control while styling
• Lifetime Warranty

Contact the Kasia Salon Team to order a Theorie Blow Dryer and/or Flat Iron. All Blow Dryers must be pre-ordered.  612.824.7611

Please contact us for pricing and specials.