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What's the difference between waxing and body sugaring?

Both treatments remove patches of hair quickly, with about the same degree of *slight* discomfort. Waxing pulls more hair at a time, so the treatment is over more quickly. Sugaring takes a little longer, but because it pulls hair in the direction of growth, there is less chance for ingrown hairs.

I’m thinking about getting a massage treatment but, I’m a little shy about my body.  Will I be draped or covered with a towel?

Unless you want me to end up in the slammer for doing inappropriate massage and desperately seeking Bubba for protection, your answer is, yes.  You are completely covered while the area that is being treated remains uncovered.

I do intense workouts almost every day and my muscles are sore a lot.  When would it be appropriate to get a massage and which one of your treatments would be the most effective?

I’d take a break from the gym more often to allow your muscles to heal and repair.  On one of your off days, book a Feng Shui Massage to help the healing process.  Your muscles will repair  faster by removing the lactic acid build-up and waste material.

I suffer from ‘dimples’ on my thighs and refrain form wearing sexy short skirts because of this.  Is there any product or treatment that can make my thighs look smooth and firm?

Yes!  You can sign up for six sessions of lymphatic drainage to help supercharge your circulation using quick-sinking essential oils and skin-firming vitamins.  You can also purchase Yon-ka’s Phyto Gel Exfoliant to smooth out the orange peel on your thighs with Crème 55 (or  Crème 155 to "power slim").  Crème 55 is best if you apply before your exercise routine. You’ll sweat like there’s no tomorrow.

I have hairy ear holes.  I’m terribly embarrassed because I’m young and relatively flawless otherwise.  Friends tease me about looking like a Koala Bear!  What can I do about this terrible stigma?

Your problem is simple. I use a fabulous lavender hard wax which allows me to gently remove hair from any hole in your body, including nostrils.  All you have to do is make an appointment.  It only takes 10 minutes.  Hurry now and surprise your friends with clean, hairless ear holes!

I travel a lot.  What can I do to keep my skin looking and feeling healthy?

Travel size products would not be the wrong answer for you.  Being exposed to the constant dry air, up in the friendly skies, your skin is deprived from much needed moisture.  Have your toner handy so you can splash your skin at least every hour.  Another product that I’d recommend is the Hydrating B5 Gel by SkinCeuticals to use underneath your moisturizer to give your skin a boost of moisture before you get on the plane.  While reviewing contracts or proposals in your hotel suite apply a hydrating mask.  Reduce your intake of  Cosmos during busy flying weeks to avoid dull, dehydrated skin.

As a hospital physician, my schedule changes constantly.  I get very little sleep and have developed dark circles around my eyes.  I need care fast!

Aside from trying to get more sleep, Yon-ka’s bestseller eye cream will do wonders for you.  The Phyto-Contour Eye Cream targets puffiness and brightens dark circles with rosemary extracts.  The Massage-athon 135  would also be great to help you de-stress and revitalize your body.

I’ve developed these hard and rough calluses from working out. How do I get rid of them?

Don’t let your friends mistake your hands with the bark of a Magnolia Tree!   Act now and get a file or a hand scrub to start smoothing out those rough edges.   Remember to also use a hand cream to keep your hands "shakeable."

I shave almost every day.  Aside from getting razor burn I tend to get bumps and lumps in my beard area.  Any suggestions?

Yes!  Change your razor more frequently to avoid razor burn.  Also, exfoliate with a facial scrub, on the beard area only, before shaving. This softens the skin and allows the razor to glide easily over your skin without irritating.  Follow up with Tend Skin solution to keep breakouts at bay.

Why would a waxing session be better than buying a hair removing product at the drugstore and doing it myself?

By not coming to my studio you’ll miss Ella, Billie or Lena playing in the background during the grooming procedure.  Also, while over-the-counter hair removers do remove hair, the hair grows back fast and furious, like shaving.   Waxing leaves your skin smooth for about two weeks before it slowly becomes visible again.

Can facials help with broken capillaries?

Facials won’t remove broken capillaries but they can prevent further damage by strengthening capillary walls with Vitamin C.  The Glow Zone Facial would be a good choice for you, as it treats your skin with pure oxygen and vitamins.

Are there any anti-wrinkle creams that really work?

There’s an abundance of creams that can slow down the ageing process such as Elastine Jour and Elastine Nuit by Yon-ka Paris.   They soften fine lines and wrinkles while energizing the epidermis.   However, for the "Joan Rivers" effect, you must contact her plastic surgeon.

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