Thursday, April 19, 2012

Wax On, Wax Off - Salon Perfect Wax System

In the beauty industry, things change all the time. And, they change fast. Even with hair-removal techniques such as laser hair reduction and threading - there are still tons of clients who prefer to stick with waxing. And, eyebrow and lip waxing (as well as other areas) has it's advantages for your client - and you should offer it as an option in your salon.

At EyeQBeauty.com, we sell only the highest-quality, professional-grade products to estheticians and top salons worldwide. So when it comes to wax systems for your client - we carry Vivant.

First, Vivant has been around for over 22 years offering salon and beauty professionals everything they need to offer their clients a superior wax treatment. From depilatory waxes, to therapeutic skincare (paraffin) waxes, tools and wax treatment supplies - Vivant has it all.  The wax products are truly smooth, and provide great results - tested over time and refined with experience - Vivant has truly turned waxing into an art.

The hair removal waxes are fragrance-free, dye-free and have a low melting point to reduce irritation and redness for your client.

Sunday, April 15, 2012

Salon Perfect Eyes - Makeup Tips For Prom Any Beyond

At EyeQBeauty.com, we're dedicated to selling the finest eye area beauty products in the world, to exclusive salons worldwide.  So, for the most part - our experience is with salon products like LashFood eyelash growth formula, eyebrow tinting and eyelash perms for elegantly enhanced eyes.

But - even if you haven't been in the salon for these services, or if you haven't been using these products - you can still look stunning with perfect peepers for your special night. Whether it be prom, or a graduation party - wow friends, family and guests with your distinctive look.

We've offered up our top three tips for eye makeup! Start with nicely shaped brows, and a bit of primer on your eyelids so your makeup lasts longer.

EYE-MAKEUP TIP 1:  If you're focusing on your eyes, of course - you're going full-on with shadow, liner, mascara and more - downplay the lips a bit to draw more attention to your eyes. Choose a lighter lip shade, or even a neutral nude to really make your smoky eye stand out.

EYE-MAKEUP TIP 2:  Here's where you can get serious POP: choose a good eyeshadow color, that compliments your natural eye color.  And do to this effectively, you would use something on the other side of the color wheel (slightly 'complimentary colors') For example, blue eyes are complimented by pinks, and browns - while green eyes are complimented by purples and deep violets.  Play around with your shades until you get something that just glows.

EYE-MAKEUP TIP 3:  If you can, go to the salon and get some eyelash extensions. These look SO natural and last much longer. No time? Use some falsies for the night (eyelashes that is!) False eyelashes can really complete your look when done correctly. If done wrong, you will have hours of watery, irritated eyes and half-hanging fake-looking eyelashes. Here's an article with more information on applying false eyelashes: Click here.

Tuesday, April 10, 2012

Beautiful Brows - Salon Brow Services

Does your salon or spa offer brow tinting? If not, it might be time to consider it. 

Over time, eyelashes and eyebrows become more sparse, and require a bit of 'love' to bring back the natural shapes of a youthful appearance.  As aging occurs, ladies (and men!) receive spa treatments, wrinkle injections, dermal fillers - all to restore the look that once was. Eyelashes and eyebrows are one of those things, that - in most cases, just thin out with age.

Or - perhaps you were victim of a bad tweeze, or over-plucked yourself at some point. Not a good thing, considering that that hair grows back in less slowly over time.

At EyeQBeauty.com, our main goal is to provide salons, spas, doctors and independent estheticians with the tools and brands they need, to keep their clients and patients looking their best. If your salon or med spa is not offering eyebrow tinting - it might be time to look into it, considering the huge impact beautiful brows can have on one's youthful appearance.

We offer Berrywell tinting products, for a number of reasons. First, they're a premium quality hair-care company (Germany) that happens to offer dye for eyebrows and eyelashes as well as hair-on-the-head. They also offer seven deep, luxurious and natural long lasting color shades.  With the experience behind Berrywell, you can rest assured that your clients will be receiving dermatologist-tested color - that has been tested repeatedly and deemed very safe for clients/patients who wear contact lenses or even those with sensitive eyes. Certainly, it's best to do a test area on a client or patient who's never had eyelash or eyebrow tint before. But again, irritation due to Berrywell lash and brow color is very rare.

Berrywell also offers staff training, and resources for those offering permanent cosmetics.

Sunday, April 1, 2012

LashFood Review - LashFood Versus Latisse & Revitalash For Stronger, Thicker, and Longer Eyelashes

Growing longer and healthier eyelashes are all the rage right now. Products like Revitalash and Latisse hit the market - and the salons went wild offering their clients various ways to grow longer, thicker eyelashes in the matter of a few weeks. 

Now, there are several brands on the market. At EyeQBeauty, we sell LashFood to professionals in the beauty and salon industry, because we truly believe, after our own testing and trials - that LashFood is the best product, for the price, and because it's a natural product - for salon professionals to offer their clients.

Certainly there are pros and cons to all brands, and some people have very sensitive skin and do not respond well to putting anything on their eyelids. Many would find applying any eyelash conditioner or eyelash growth formula irritating, since it is applied so close to the eye itself.

Do eyelash conditioners and eyelash growth formulas work?  Most of them, you will find - do work. All need to be used the recommended duration for maximum results, and also used consistently. A huge number of patients and customers using products such as LashFood, Revitalash, and Latisse - are finding that their lashes ARE in fact, longer and thicker.

What are the pros and cons to each brand?

We have found that the very good results came with Latisse, but at a price. Most users reported that their lashes were stronger and thicker, but they were required to visit a physician - and receive a prescription for this product (produced by Allergan) and the product is still expensive (+120.00). Latisse comes with warning of a serious side effect -  eye color change. It is reported that Latisse could possibly cause your eye color to change to brown with prolonged use. The problem with this, is that these products have to be used, as mentioned above - consistently and religiously - daily - to be effective. 

With Revitalash, the results were good, too - but perhaps a bit more inconsistent. We love the story behind Revitalash, and how the product came to be. And there's no doubt that many have grown longer lashes using it, and that the company is a true pioneer in the lash-growth world. But again, the results were not always positive - in fact, many of our testers and even reviews online indicated that there was little change in one's eyelashes, even after several weeks of use. On the other hand, many who have tried Revitalash in the beginning, are stuck to it and very loyal to the brand. Revitalash typically retails for around +$130, (even up to $150!) and can be purchased in a salon without a prescription (that's a pro!). 

What we loved about LashFood was the fact that the formula is all-natural. The other pro, it's less-expensive (Around $80) than the major competitors. The best part - it WORKS. Our testers reported longer, shiner lashes within 2-3 weeks of use - with zero or very little irritation. LashFood also offers a eyelash growth mascara - and when used in conjunction with the conditioner - LOOK out.  There is also a LashFood formula for eyebrows. For natural formula, cost, and results - we're hooked on LashFood.

Learn more about LashFood here, or see the testimonials and clinical trials here.

You can find LashFood Eyelash Conditioner in upscale salons and skincare/beauty boutiques worldwide.