The Power of Suede's Skincare Professionals

No one knows the skin better than the people who treat it every day. From clinical-strength corrective products to complex procedures, like peels and facials, there’s a reason why professional treatments require a professional touch. If you’re looking to visibly transform your skin's appearance, you probably have questions about which products and procedures are best for you. Fortunately, Suede Salon and Spa Skincare Professionals have the tools and the know-how to help you achieve your healthiest complexion ever.

What’s Right for Me?

Wrinkles, dark spots, acne–you know what concerns you most. However, each condition is unique, and what helps one person’s skin might not work for yours. Using Suede's Seven-Point Skin Analysis, a skincare professional can accurately identify the source of your unique skin concern. Weighing such factors as sebaceous activity, skin thickness and accumulated photodamage, a qualified skin expert can then tailor a corrective regimen to your needs–eliminating time-and-money wasting guesswork.

Facials

Facials can be used to combat a number of skin concerns, including mild discoloration, lines, blemishes and oily skin. Among professional skincare’s least invasive procedures, facials generally affect the upper, superficial layers of the skin and require little to no downtime. Suede facials are particularly gentle, though powerful enough to produce real, noticeable change. Using chirally corrected enzymes, peptides, antioxidants and growth factors, these unique, nonirritating treatments are safe enough to be applied 365 days a year!

Peels

Unlike most peels, which wound the skin with harsh chemicals, Suede's professional treatments use chirally correct natured-based ingredients to encourage healthy renewal. Known as metabolic peeling, this process can penetrate from very superficial to medium depth and correct a broad range of troublesome concerns–from oily, problem skin to hyperpigmentation to wrinkles and sun damage.

Suede Salon and Spa treatments fall into one of two categories, based on their level of intensity. Today’s Treatments refresh and exfoliate the skin without prior preparation. Meanwhile, Tomorrow’s Treatments correct more persistent signs of damage and include pre-treatment skin preparation. Based on your custom skin analysis, your CosMedix skincare professional can pair you with the best solution for your needs.

Today’s Treatments

Today’s Treatments use natural, chirally correct forms of Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs) to exfoliate away dead skin cells and promote the appearance of healthy skin. These procedures offer a gentle alternative to aggressive treatments using glycolic acid and benzyl peroxide, delivering visible results without the typical irritation or downtime.

Tomorrow’s Treatments

Tomorrow’s Treatments are Suede's most powerful professional tools. Providing medium-depth resurfacing, these one-of-a-kind formulas make the skin appear dramatically tighter and smoother without the long-term damage of traditional peels. Due to their intensity, these treatments require a 10 to 30-day pre-procedure regimen that may include additional products your skin expert recommends for your individual concerns.

Call today to book your Complimentary Skin Consultation 

Start getting the results you've been hoping for.  856-985-0700

Chemical vs. Physical Sunscreen

Chemical vs. Physical Sunscreen

Shedding Light on UV Skin Care

While there is no denying that sunscreen is essential for maintaining safe and healthy skin, the debate over a chemical vs. physical active ingredients remains a source of conflict between skin care professionals and product developers. Cheaper and easier to manufacture, chemical ingredients, such as oxybenzone, continue to be a mainstay of drugstore and supermarket shelves despite safety concerns. And with complaints ranging from skin irritation to inadequate UV protection to environmental danger, it is becoming clear that when it comes to chemical-based sun care, the heat is on.

Inadequate Protection

Leading the list of complaints against chemical sunscreens is the concern over inadequate UV protection. Although the sun emits three bands of ultraviolet light UVA, UVB and the largely ozone-blocked UVC most active chemical ingredients only shield against surface burning UVB rays (the kind responsible for sunburns). However, studies of sun-related health problems clearly indicate that the deeper-penetrating UVA rays are far more dangerous to the skin. A suspected carcinogen, UVA overexposure has been widely blamed for the increased melanoma rate worldwide, a fact that has not escaped consumer advocates pushing for broad-band, physical sun protection.

According to Bettylou McIntosh, co-founder of CosMedix, UVA light suppresses the immune system, leaving the skin extremely vulnerable to free radical damage. This damage, she explains, not only poses a serious health threat, but is also the primary culprit in premature aging. When the skin is overwhelmed by free radicals, collagen and elastin often suffer.

Collagen and elastic connective proteins that help support the skin and maintain its formal degrade more rapidly with regular UV exposure. As these fibers weaken and unravel, the skin starts to lose form, causing lines and wrinkles to become more apparent. You really need a broad-band, physical blocker like titanium dioxide or zinc oxide to prevent this type of damage,  McIntosh stresses.

Free Radical Generators

In addition to offering inadequate UVA protection, many chemical sunscreens have come under fire for containing ingredients that may actually help generate free radicals. While ingredients like oxybenzone and octocrylene may offer adequate UVB defense, these chemicals can also penetrate into the skin where they act as photosensitizers, actually increasing the skin's sensitivity to harmful UV light. This photosensitivity often results in increased free radical production under illumination. The popular ingredient para-aminobenzoic acid (PABA) was banned for use in sunscreen after it was de-termined to produce DNA damage when illuminated. The European Union has placed similar restrictions on other potentially harmful ingredients.

According to McIntosh, many chemical sunscreens work by absorbing UV rays to minimize their impact on the skin. Physical sunscreens, on the other hand, work by reflecting light away from the skin.

Environmental Concerns

While consumer safety groups have largely led the charge for higher sunscreen standards, another, more recent complaint concerns not the skin but the sea. According to a study released in January 2008, four common chemical sunscreen agents may be at least partly responsible for increased coral bleaching worldwide. Cinnimate, benzophenone, parabens (artificial preservatives) and camphor derivatives were found to activate viruses in the algae that provide the coral both with its main source of food energy and its vibrant color. Once infected, the algae explodes, dumping the virus into the ecosystem where it can infect surrounding coral communities. With its energy source depleted, the coral bleaches and dies. Researchers estimate that an astounding four to six thousand pounds of chemical sunscreen wash off swimmers each year, destroying approximately ten percent of the world coral reefs. As a conscientious alternative to damaging chemical blockers, environmental groups suggest using biodegradable titanium dioxide- and zinc oxide-based sunscreens when entering fragile ecosystems like lakes and oceans.

Cosmedix Skin Care and Sun Products are Available at Suede Salon Spa and Body

Call Today for your Complimentary Skin Care 856-985-0700

Reflect $45.00

Serious Protection $42.00

Don't Be a Victim of Diversion

What is diversion?

Diverted products come from unauthorized distributors and individuals. Products purchased outside of the CosMedix professional channel are coming from unknown sources that are not a part of the authorized chain of distribution.

What are the dangers of diversion?

Diverted products may be counterfeit, diluted or old, expired formulas that may cause irritation or even infection. Bottom line: they may not be safe to use.

What is CosMedix doing to fight diversion?

CosMedix combats diversion through intelligence and investigative procedures that uncover offenders and their tactics–including the misuse of internet e-commerce sites. We regularly monitor suspected diverters, and utilize tracking systems to trace diverted products back to their original source.

How can I ensure I’m not purchasing diverted products?

CosMedix products are ONLY sold through authorized professional partners,NEVER via clubs or mass merchants. Our professional partners have been specially trained to recommend products and treatments based on your skin’s needs.

Diverters often sell their products through online retailers. Products purchased on these sites may be expired, contaminated or counterfeit. CosMedix cannot guarantee their quality or authenticity and assumes no responsibility for them. The following websites have not been authorized by CosMedix to retail our products:

• Strawberrynet.com
• Fragrance.net
• Ebay.com
• Amazon.com
• SkinSolutionStore.com
• Senseonline.com.au
• CosmeticsNow.com.au

• Acmamall.com
• Wowhd.co.uk
• Cosmeticsnow.co.uk
• Skincaresultsnow.com
• Graysoutlet.com
• SkincareDirect.com.au
• Fragrancesandcosmetics.co.nz

Cosmetic Home Care and Professional Treatments are Available at Suede Salon and Spa.  Call today for your Complimentary Skin Consultation 856-985-0700.

Why Winter Hydration is Important

Feel that chill in the air? Winter is well on its way. And while many of us look forward to sweater weather with relish, you wouldn’t know it by looking at our skin. Between the icy outdoor air and the desiccating indoor heat, it’s no surprise that the biggest beauty gripe of the season is dry skin. However, what most see as a minor inconvenience could hold serious consequences for your complexion years down the road. In the fight against premature aging, winter hydration is just as important as summer sun protection.

While the cold alone isn’t enough to signal a four-star beauty alarm, the drop in humidity compounded with around-the-clock heating are solid clues that its time to step up your skin care regimen. To keep your home cool in the summer and toasty in the winter, your air conditioner dehumidifies the air to control the climate. While this saves you from constantly bundling up when it’s cold outside, it also throws your skin into a state of panic.

Like a sponge, your skin absorbs moisture from the environment to keep its cells healthy and functioning. It also creates a lipid (fatty) barrier to maintain optimal moisture levels even when the humidity fluctuates, like during the winter. Between this lipid barrier and sebum—natural oils secreted by the sebaceous glands—the skin helps combat trans-epidermal water loss, or TEWL. If these natural defenses are compromised, the skin’s cells can quickly lose vital moisture, dry out and die. Over time, dead cells can build up, creating a dull appearance and blocking topical ingredients from reaching the healthy cells below.

What threatens the skin’s natural defenses? Anything that strips its lipid and sebum barrier leaves skin vulnerable to dehydration. Talc-based cosmetics, common cleanser detergents like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and topical irritants, like alcohol and benzoyl peroxide, that can cause inflammation all pose a threat to skin’s delicate moisture balance. Chronic barrier abuse can lead to cracked, broken skin, contributing to signs of premature aging. With skin immunity and repair function in jeopardy, lines and wrinkles can easily follow.

Fortunately, you can prevent the type of winter damage that can lead to premature aging with topical ingredients that work with the skin’s barrier to minimize moisture loss. In addition to natural emollients like shea butter, moisture-enhancing ingredients like jojoba oil, liquid crystals and heavy water can work wonders on both seasonal and persistent dry skin.

Jojoba oil comes from the jojoba shrub, found throughout the southwestern United States and Mexico. Jojoba oil acts similarly to human sebum, conditioning the skin and helping to trap in moisture. Combined with other key moisturizers in a formula like CosMedix’s Hydrate+, this highly prized emollient encourages healthy hydration, especially in skin stripped of its own natural oils.

While jojoba oil helps hydrate skin by locking moisture inside, liquid crystals, like those found in Emulsion, help support the natural liquid crystal matrix of dermal tissue and cell membranes. Existing in a state between liquid and solid, liquid crystals help enhance the absorption of topical hydrators that might otherwise remain on the skin’s surface. Because all cellular components in the body exist in a liquid crystal state, liquid crystal skin care products communicate with the skin’s cells to help correct concerns like moisture loss.

One ingredient you’re not likely to hear a lot about is heavy water. However, with a list of benefits that includes ionizing radiation, boosting immunity and fighting acne bacteria, this little known substance is a skin care powerhouse. Heavy water, or deuterium oxide, is water enriched with deuterium, a hydrogen isotope found naturally in the ocean. Denser than water (hence the name), it’s more resistant to evaporation, making products rich in this moisture-binding ingredient, like Mystic, dry skin must haves.

By targeting moisture loss from outside and within, multi-active hydrating products like those in CosMedix’s chirally correct skin care line can help eliminate winter dryness and prevent the aging effects that build with time. Used in conjunction with a skin care regimen customized to your skin’s needs, corrective hydrators can help you give dry skin the cold shoulder this season and every season.

Cosmedix Facials and Products are available at Suede Salon Spa and Body.  Call today to schedule your Complimentary Skin Consultation.  856-985-0700

Holiday Skin Must-Haves

The holiday season is fast approaching.  And while we enjoy the camaraderie, giving, receiving and joy, we tend to focus on the never ending to-do list - the cooking, baking, preparing and getting everything just right--only to step back from the mirror to gaze upon the look of neglect.  Staring back at us is a tired, wrinkled, puffy-eyed face that is supposed to be in a holiday dress smiling like June cleaver by the end of the week.  Add traveling halfway across the county by car or plane, and the damage to fix increases tenfold. 

 

There are scientific explanations for why our skin goes berserk at times. A large cause is the stress hormone cortisol, which is responsible for blood pressure regulation, immune function and inflammatory response. During times of chronic stress, like the holidays, cortisol can reach prolonged high levels, causing impaired cognitive function, elevated blood pressure, blood sugar imbalances and breakouts. Add cold weather and dry indoor heating, and a plan for healthy skin becomes imperative.

Fortunately, Suede Salon Spa and Body carries CosMedix to make it easy for you to face the holiday hustle and bustle with a radiant glow. The CosMedix Correct Kit is an easy, four-step skin correction routine that’s appropriate for everyone. Approved by the FAA, this travel-sized kit contains everything you need to cleanse, protect, hydrate and correct your skin on the go.

Starting with Benefit Clean, a chemical-free, shea butter-rich cleanser formulated for all skin types, the Correct Kit removes dirt, impurities and even stubborn waterproof makeup to cleanse and prime skin for correction. To undo environmental damage and protect the skin, Affirm antioxidant serum then infuses it with over ten active antioxidants.Hydrate+, a chemical-free, hydrating sun protector, soothes and protects the skin from the elements. Lastly, Define refinishing treatment helps to combat the multitude of concerns—from fine lines, discoloration and uneven texture to breakouts, dehydration and loss of elasticity.

While the Correct Kit will help you achieve a flawless complexion, there are a few must-haves to include in your holiday/winter regimen. Opti Crystal not only combats signs of aging around the delicate eye area, it also hydrates, smoothes, sets concealer and reflects light away from fine lines, puffiness and dark circles. Used on the lips, Opti Crystal is a nourishing treatment that also helps prevent vertical lines and rehydrates even the driest chapped lips.

If you need a bit of extra winter hydration, send Rescue balm to the, well, rescue. This soothing at-home treatment mask not only rehydrates lackluster skin, but also infuses it with antioxidants to save it from the damage of too much travel, lack of sleep and stress. An immediate pick-me-up, Rescue balm is perfect anytime your complexion needs a little help. It’s also great for dry hands, feet, elbows and knees.

Lastly, when all else fails—when you’ve waited too long, traveled too far and stressed too much—head to your nearest Suede Salon Spa and Body for a quick, no-downtime Today’s Peel. Designed to immediately revive, exfoliate, soften and correct multiple concerns, chirally correct CosMedix treatments like Blueberry Smoothie, Pomegranate Peel, Benefit Peel and Purity Peel will get your skin in shape without the wait. So, with the holidays approaching, the to-do list a mile long, and too little time to spare, reach for the Correct Kit and rest assured that help is on the way.  Call today for your Free Skin Consultation 856-985-0700.

Suede Holiday Specials

Buy $100 in Suede Gift Certificates and Receive a $25 Suede Reward Card
Valid Jan 1-31, 2014

Buy $200 in Suede Gift Certificates and Receive $50 in Suede Reward Cards
Valid Jan 1-31, 2014

Buy $250 in Suede Gift Certificates and Receive $50 in Suede Reward Cards
Valid Jan 1-31, 2014

December 16-21, 2013 Buy One Get One 50% off Retail Products,
excluding Cosmetics, Hair Tools, Extension Bar orJewelry

Change Her Look...Change Her Life Make-Over Contest

This October, Suede is holding a Make-Over Contest.  We are asking you to nominate a woman whom you think best deserves a Make-Over.    The winner will receive a day of beauty that will  “Change Her Look and Change Her Life”.  The elected winner will experience a Radiance Facial, Color, Hair-cut, Blow-dry and Style along with an Instructional Make-Over and Signature Manicure compliments of Suede Salon and Spa.  We aren’t stopping there, the winner will also create Two New Clothing Outfits retailing at $500 with our very own Image Consultant/Personal Shopper, Heidi.    

We’ve never done something quite like this and cannot wait to see how we can empower a Woman Nominated and Elected by our Facebook friends.   For this contest we will be accepting Nominees up until October 15, 2013.  We will then post our Top Three Stories on October 16th and you will get to vote on who you think should win by just liking their picture.  Voting will end at midnight on October 31^st and the winner will be announced on November 1, 2013.

Here are the rules:

• First, you must like our page on Facebook to have your nomination considered.  https://www.facebook.com/suedesalonandspa
• Nominate any Woman you feel deserves a Make-Over.  All types of Woman are eligible.  A Mom who has become the family’s chauffeur and maid to the Woman stuck in the 80’s .  Wife, Homemaker, Professional Woman, nominate them all!
• Message the details of your nominee to us on Facebook
• You can nominate only 1 Woman
• You must include their full name, phone number and email address.  Just a way for us to get in contact with her if she wins!
• Nomination letter must include the reasons why you believe she should be nominated. 
• Your nomination must include a clear, good quality photo
• All nominations must be submitted before Monday, October 15^th at midnight
• Employees and Employee Family members cannot participate
• Salon Spa and Personal Shopping will be completed by November 15, 2013

LG-Retinex The Most Popular Anti-Aging Ingredient

LG-Retinex

The New Gold Standard in Anti-Aging

For decades, retinol has reigned supreme as the final word in age defiance. A mainstay of anti-aging skincare and professional treatments, retinol’s greatest strength–its ability to aggressively stimulate renewal–was also its biggest drawback, as it often irritated the skin in the process. Despite countless attempts, few could harness it power for peak performance without irritation–until now. Thanks to innovations in skincare science, CosMedix has definitively answered the retinol challenge. Meet the new gold standard in anti-aging: LG-Retinex.

A Revolution in Retinol
Containing not one, but two retinoids–retinol and retinal–in a one-of-a-kind encapsulation, LG-Retinex is unrivaled in potency, penetration and stability. “It takes two metabolic steps to convert retinol to retinoic acid and only one metabolic step to convert retinal to retinoic acid,” says Noureddine Mriouah, Principal Scientist for Astral Brands. “Among retinoids precursors, retinol and retinal are the nearest, on a metabolic pathway, to retinoic acid and are likely to match its benefits more closely.”

Combining high concentrations of both retinoids, this groundbreaking compound is the closest thing to prescription-strength age defiance without a prescription. However, despite its power, LG-Retinex is remarkably gentle. Featuring an “intelligent encapsulation” system, this unique ingredient helps neutralize retinol’s trademark irritation without compromising its performance.

Better Delivery. Better Results.
Another part of what makes LG-Retinex so dramatically effective is its liposomal delivery system. Designed to pass through various water-and-lipid-soluble barriers within the skin’s surface–barriers nature put in place to keep outside elements out–LG-Retinex is able to reach its target destination without sacrificing potency. The addition of glycosaminoglycans, or GAGs, further aids the delivery and retinoid conversion process. Together, these key components bring CosMedix’s dual retinoid compound to where it can do the most good–stimulating renewal and exfoliation to minimize the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and advanced signs of aging.

Proof in Numbers
While LG-Retinex is working hard beneath the surface, above it the results are plain to see. In a six-week clinical study of CosMedix’s newest superformula, Serum 16 with 16% LG-Retinex, users noticed a radically reduced appearance of deep lines, crow’s feet and more.

Within two weeks, 88 percent of participants reported a firmer feel, while 100 percent reported a softer, smoother texture. Within four weeks, 75 percent reported less apparent wrinkles, while 88 percent reported a healthier, more radiant appearance. And by week six, 88 percent reported visible diminished fine lines and wrinkles, while 100 percent reported a brighter, more even-looking skin tone.

Leading the Way
While traditional retinol products will surely remain a fixture of spas and beauty stores for years to come, their reign as skincare’s #1 anti-aging solution has come to an end. Thanks to LG-Retinex, consumers no longer must choose between irritation and radiant, age-defying results. For retinol users everywhere, it’s a beautiful new day.

Call today to book you Complimentary Skin Consultation and learn what LG-Retinex products can do for your skin.  856-985-0700

Summer Finally in Full Swing and So Should Your Hair Regiment by Liane Maag

Think Cleanse,
Nourish and Protect with
Liane Maag
Senior Stylist and Colorist



$16.00

Living at the shore there are essentials for every beach bag.  Here are just a few of my favorites.

Firstly, a great deep cleansing shampoo is really important.  I personally like Ouidad Water Works Clarifying Shampoo. It's gentle yet perfect for deep cleansing.  The fruit acids remove salt water residue, chlorine and minerals from hard water that can make your hair coarse, dry and unmanageable.  Water Work's even helps maintain color, manageability and shine.





 Salon Treatment $50.00

Secondly, a great moisturizing mask to nourish.  Depending on your type of hair, there a many choices that your colorist or stylist can recommend.  I prefer the salon treatment Global Keratin Deep Conditioner.  This in-salon professional treatment delivers moisture and nourishes hair for a smooth and sleek deep treatment.  Strengthens hair weakened by chemical services, heat styling and environmental effect.  Repairs damage with natural plant extract and oils.





Thirdly would be a leave in conditioner.  Uniq One is a good choice because it provides 10 real benefits that will enhance sublime, stunning, healthy and protected hair. Trying is believing....




 $18.00

Features:

• 10 real effects
• Repair for dry & damaged hair
• Shine & frizz control
• Heat protection
• Silkiness & smoothness
• Hair color protection /with UVA & UVB filters
• Easier brushing & ironing
• Incredible detangling
• Long-lasting hairstyle
• Split ends prevention
• Adds body

Clear Skin 101 with Suede Salon Spa and Body

Clear Skin 101

By Drew Pizzini

Whether you’re heading back to school or just hanging out with friends, don’t let breakouts bring you down. Take back control of your complexion with commonsense tips and uncommonly effective products from CosMedix. It’s time to clear up problem skin and greet the day with confidence.

Be Disciplined

While most acne sufferers will see a difference in the first couple weeks of their skincare program, it can take up to 28 days for your skin cells to turn over. Getting your skin in balance requires time, consistency and discipline. Establish a regimen of cleaning and treating your skin twice a day to eliminate pore-clogging excess oil and cellular debris. Using an exfoliating cleanser, like Purity Clean from CosMedix, is an important first step toward clarifying the appearance of problem skin. As lactic acid gently removes dead skin, soothing botanicals–including aloe vera, peppermint and lavender–calm visible irritation and unsightly redness. This powerful formula also preps the skin for additional correctives, like CosMedix’s blemish-fighting Clarity serum. Combine your home regime with a Professional Facial will ensure your ability to have bright, smooth and healthy skin.  The type of facial will depend on your skin's individual needs.

Don’t Pick

Scratching, pinching and squeezing might feel like the right thing to do, but avoid giving into the temptation. “Popping” blemishes can lead to permanent scarring, increased irritation and redness. Additionally, dirt and bacteria from unclean fingers can find their way into pores, making matters worse. A soothing facial mask, like Clear, can keep pores clean help create a more comfortable complexion. Packed with problem-solving salicylic acid, sulfur and willow herb, A 10-minute application in the morning can absorb excess oil and put you in the fast lane to clearer looking skin.

Keep Clean

To minimize the spread of bacteria and other impurities, be sure to wash all pillowcases, towels and makeup brushes weekly. If your skin is particularly sensitive, look for a detergent that’s free of irritating dyes and fragrances. When you’re out and about, avoid over-cleansing your skin, especially with harsh cleansers that contain sodium lauryl sulfate or alcohol. These common additives can rob skin of vital moisture, prompting it to produce more sebum–natural oil that conditions the skin–than normal, increasing the risk of clogged pores and breakouts. Try to also avoid touching your face, and keep long hair tied back throughout the day.

Don’t Sweat It

After exercise, be sure to use a mild cleanser to wash away sweat, which can attract pore-clogging impurities and lead to body acne. For persistent blemishing, turn again to Purity Clean. In addition to lactic acid, it also features tea tree oil, which acts as a natural astringent. An exfoliating back scrub or loofah can also help slough away potentially pore-clogging dead skin and debris; however, exercise caution when using exfoliating products with an abrasive surface to avoid irritating the skin.

Call today for your free Skin Consultation 856-985-0700.

AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY

Signature Facial $89.00
Anti Acne Treatment $116.00
Purity Clean $38.00
Clarity Serum  $36.00
Clear $42.00

Spring Forward with Colorist Dina Rae

As spring time approaches, we often think of renewal and change.  While the winter months had us in a bit of the blues, I must say, I am looking forward to the spring and summer months ahead. 

I am absolutely invigorated by the vivid colors of spring and summer.  From the bright colors of yellow and orange flowers to the soft plush palette of pink peonies and cherry blossom trees... and let's not forget about the simplicity of a beautiful white tulip.  All in the forefront of a light blue-gray horizon and a layer of greenery.  Which brings me to the thought of hair color. 

Like nature, there are so many vivid and soft plush colors to choose from and so many directions to go in...it is no wonder one may get confused when choosing the perfect hair color.  Not to mention, that for most of us, time is a luxury.

So to make it simple, we chose a few of our favorite online looks that inspired us from our favorite online collections. 

Choose from one of our specific categories to either change or enhance your new spring look. 

 ...If you relate to Cool Sophistication

 

...If you relate to Trends

...If you relate to Avant-Garde

 

 

Hopefully these looks have inspired you no matter where you fit in to make your own Spring Renewal Changes.  So Spring into it and make your next color appointment

with one of our very talented colorist at Suede Salon Spa and Body  856-985-0700.

 

 

Dina Rae

Color Specialist

How to Make the Most of Your Hair Appointment by Dyan

With everyone’s busy schedule and lives, it is still important to take a little time for ourselves. Everyone’s time is valuable so you need to make the most of it.

Even before you call for your appointment there are some things to consider so that you can maximize your time with your stylist.  Most importantly, you need to have a clear idea of what you want out of your service and when you are available to schedule the appointment.  It's best to have a few days and times that work for you. This helps our receptionists narrow down an appointment that work will work with your stylist. Especially when making multiple appointments, it is important to know what services you would like done.  A typical haircut is booked for a half hour.  If you are changing your look or have long hair you’ll need more time.  If you need a special blowout that requires pinning or iron work, extra time is needed. Having a clear picture of what you want will avoid having your stylist rush and all of your needs and expectations will be met.

Change is good and this time of year we see a lot of our clients are open to a new look. With that being said, here are a few questions you should ask yourself:

How much time am I willing to spend on my hair?

Do I want to lose length?

Do I want a bang or more layers?

It’s good to know your limitation also.  Your stylist will help you to work with you new look.  A big mistake people make is trying to style their hair the “old way” with a “new cut”.  Ask questions on how to recreate your new look at home.  It may require purchasing new products or brushes but it will make your life easier on a daily basis. 

When discussing your new look, bring in pictures.  Be mindful of your hair color and texture when doing this.  Blondes- Look at blondes, brunettes at brunettes.  This is because blonde hair tends to show the layers and cut a lot more than darker hair.  Of course your stylist will help you in choosing a length and style that best suits you.

Know what you don’t want.  It’s ok to be clear about what you don’t like but also keep an open mind.  After all a change is what you are looking for.  Trust your stylist and give some creative freedoms.  Don’t style the creativity by putting too many limitations. 

Special Occasion Hair

It is the season of proms, dances and weddings!  A very fun and exciting time.  Make your appointments in advance to ensure your specific time and stylist.  If you are unsure of a hairstyle or stuck between a few, book a trial.  It takes all the guess work out of the important day. 

Pictures are so important for an updo and special occasion hair.  It helps the stylist to see what you are envisioning even if you don’t know the lingo.  Pictures of your dress are also helpful to help the stylist to get a feel for you overall look. 

If your hair requires clip in extensions, tell the receptionist at the time of booking so extra time can be working into your appointment.  When the day has come for your appointments,  it is recommended to check in fifteen minutes ahead of your schedule time. It allows you to grab a bit to eat, get a drink and your stylist has time to get your hair shampooed or prepped so you are in their chair at your schedule time. 

This is your appointment, your time so make the most of it.  Whether you are coming in for color, or cut, your time is valuable and these helpful tips will ensure you have a great visit at Suede Salon Spa and Body.  Call today to book your appointment 856-985-0700 and take advantage of our Blow Dry Special: 5 Blow Dry and Finishes for $150.

 

Dyan Senior Stylist

Tuesday 2:30-9pm

Wednesday 9-4pm

Friday 9-4:30pm

Saturday 8:30-3:30

Nail News Now!

The fashion runways have shown us that art is not just for the canvas anymore. Options for Nail Art are endless and will have you digging your nails into texture, saluting stripes, pastels, mega-chic metallic.  You will even reconsider a new twist on the French Manicure. 

Textured nails range from matte to rubberize, velvety to grainy.  Additionally eye popping details such as studs, rhinestones and micro-beads replicate the trendy Caviar Manicure. Geometric shapes with long lines, crisscross details, chevrons and half cirlces will be popular as well.  No tunnel vision here.  Girl Warning:  Expect attention!

Even the Traditional French Manicure is back with some eye catching combinations: Assymmetrical, Chevron. More conservative Straight French tips receive a new look with fresh color combos like mint, cantaloupe, taupe and hot pink, making it so fun.

Pastels and Opaque Nudes are a fresh take for Spring.  And let's not forget the green!  From tips to toes, mint to grayed jade will hold a top spot. 

Sparkle and metallic polish is enough to lighten up any Manicure and Pedicure.  This season, the metals are being portrayed on polish with gold leafing, studs or metail pieces.

Conventional nail services are also feeling the Spring Fever.  Before we polish your toes, let us intorduce you to Suede's Spring Seasonal Watermelon Basil Vodkatini Pedicure.  Feet are emerged in a sparkling Citrus Cilantro antioxidant soak.  Legs and feet are exfoliated with a fresh Watermelon Basil Scrub.  Grand finale, imagine receiving  a massage with Shea Butter swirled in Strawberry Fruit Cells.  All this while slowly sipping on a Watermelon Vodkatini, truly an hour of bliss. Be sure to remember the same service is even available as a manicure.

Are you a bride?  Here Comes the Bride and Entourage Manicure and Pedicure begins with a dreamy dip into rich Buttermilk Brulee Powder Milk Bath, followed by a Sweet Cream fine sea salt and rice bran oil scrub.  The end of this decandent experience includes a luxurious massage with Whoppie Cream, and White Shea Butter.  A pre-wedding must to get rid of dry skin and callouses.

Spring is a time for new beginnings. bringing us out of winter hibernation.   The world lightens up  around us with fresh and exciting colors.  Let the Rainbow begin..

Linda DeSilvio is a nail technician at Suede Salon Spa and body.  She has been servicing clients for 27 years and enjoys the people, craft and the trendy colors created for every new season.  We invite you to plan you next nail experience with us. Linda is available to provide soak-off gels, acrylics, permanent gels, manicures and pedicures.  856-985-0700.

Aromatherapy Massage Therapy with Jennifer

It's that time of year again!  You want to start eating better and working out, yet you don't have the energy to make dinner let alone hit the gym. Seasonal depression can make one feel lifeless, causing low energy levels, leaving the body drained, sluggish, tired and unmotivated. Essential oils possess stimulating qualities and one may find much hope in chasing the winter blues away with Aromatherapy applications. Receiving an Aromatherapy Massage helps to lessen irritability and tension, boost energy and offer support with emotional issues. Aromatherapy Massage involves aromatic oils combined with massage touch, thus aiding in relaxing the body.

Massage Therapists at Suede Salon Spa and Body are trained Aromatherapy Professionals. Many essential oils possess "antidepressant" and mood lifting qualities, but we are careful to choose those that best suit your needs. For example, if you are feeling lethargic and fatigued, sedative oils will only exacerbate the problem.  However, if depression. Is causing insomnia, irritability and restlessness, a sedative oil is ideal.

Call today 856-985-0700 to schedule your Aromatherapy Massage and get back go living happy.

Aromatherapy Massage
30 Minute   $55
60 Minute.  $90
90 Minute.  $135

Jennifer Probst
Massage Therapist

Pedicures with Corinne D'Ambra

One might think, "Do I really need a pedicure in the winter months? No one will see them." It is true that your feet may not be seen as frequently in the winter. However, a pedicure is beneficial all-year. The winter months are the perfect situation for fungus. Fungi thrive on warm, dark, and damp places. You provide this perfect environment when you get out of the shower, slip on those cozy socks and into those warm shoes. One in three people will experience a foot fungus in their life time. Our trained pedicurists can identify this condition and can help you treat it before sandal season rolls around. So keep up with one of Suede'€™s three pedicures throughout the winter months!

The Signature Pedicure: Suede's Signature Pedicure is ideal for the client who wants to maintain the health and cleanliness of their nails, cuticle and skin, and to control calluses.  $51.00

The Express Pedicure: Suede's Express Pedicure is a simpler luxury. It keeps the health of nails and skin BUT it is NOT designed for clients who wish to keep up with their calluses.  An Express Pedicure is a manicure for the foot.  $36.00

The Seasonal Pedicure is for anyone who wants a pedicure with the works! It is a perfect fix for clients who suffer from super itchy dry skin in the cold weather. The Seasonal Pedicure provides a thicker formula moisture cream, a masque and hot towels to lock that moisture in!!  The Seasonal Pedicure that is being serviced now is Pumpkin Coffee.  $61.00

Call Today to book the pedicure of your choice:  856-985-0700

Corinne D'Ambra
Nail Specialist

Senior Colorist Jackie Manzo: Fall Trends for Hair Color

The Summer Season is coming to an end and it’s time to regroup and gear up for the Fall-Winter Seasons.  What does this mean for our hair care?  In the beginning of the Spring-Summer Season, we tend to gravitate towards lighter and more “beachy” colors.  During the season our hair is than exposed to sun, salt water, chlorine and many other environmental elements.  In order to move forward into Fall-Winter Shades, we first have to address the issues at hand.  Talk to your hair care professional about treatments such as a Conditioning or Protein Treatment ($25.+) which will re-moisturize and add much needed strength back to the hair.  Depending on your individual needs, these treatments will prep the hair for the seasonal color change.  Even a good hair cut maybe just what the doctor ordered to refresh your hair.

Some suggestions might be to deepen or richen the color.  As tans are fading, we need a little more color around our faces.  Another suggestions maybe to soften the hair to a more natural look or maybe a beautiful fall red.   You may want a beautiful chocolate brown or for the more adventurous at heart, some pastel colored pieces or a high fashion red could be just the ticket.  It is a great time to schedule a consultation with your hair care professional about possibilities and how to best prep the hair for the coming season.  When dealing with the abuse from sun, fun, heat and environmental damage it is important to communicate with your colorists or stylist so that they can book your appointment accordingly so that they have time to address your specific needs.  At Suede Salon Spa and Body Complimentary Color Consultations are always available. Call 856-985-0700 to learn about what's best for you. 


Happy Coloring, see you soon,

Jackie Manzo

Senior Colorist
Salon Educator

Makeup Artist Kelly Crossley's Facts on Airbrush Makeup Application

As we look towards fall, what is going to pop as we browse through our magazines?  Flawless skin, lush lashes and a bold lip! How are you changing your makeup routine this season?  Some think that once they find a color lipstick or blush they love they need to stick with it.  But it’s a new season and a perfect time to change it up with fall colors.

First thing is first, your skin!! When your skin looks at its best, you feel so much better about yourself. Love that flawless look, than try Airbrush Makeup Application for that special occasion! Airbrush Foundations are thinner than regular foundations.  It is highly pigmented and leaves a natural, unflawed look through tiny pixels airbrushed to your skin.  It is water, sweat and tear-resistant and can last up to 16 hours! We use a silicone based air-makeup that will diminish any fine lines, hyper-pigmentations and acne scars. It’s HD photography’s best friend, which makes it perfect for weddings!!

Show off your radiant skin with Stila's All- Day Waterproof Volumizing Mascara to open the eye and a beautifully painted bold lip in a deep red or plum.  Suede Salon Spa and Body offers lip colors from Stila  in cool and warm shades to match your skin’s correct tone. My personal favorite this season is Stila's Long Wear Lip Color in “Lover” and “Daring”.  For a glossy lip, try Stila's Harvest or Foliage Lip Glaze Trio. Three midsized lip glosses for $12!!

Stop by and speak with myself or any other member of our talented makeup department to see which shade is best for you. Suede Salon Spa and Body offers a Private Makeup Instruction Complimentary during the Fall Season.   We look forward to helping you feel your best!! 

Kelly Crossley

Esthestican - Makeup Artist- Waxing Technician 

Senior Stylist Michael Sparks Talks About Hair Extentions

Looking for a change without the long term commitment?  Whether you are wishing for long hair, more volume or just a pop of color, Seamless Tape Extensions can make your dream hair a realization.   This Extension method uses a medical grade hypo allergenic adhesive that bonds to your hair without causing any damage.  Unlike other methods I have used in the past, Seamless Tape Extensions do not cause dreadlocks and will not tangle. 

The best part is it only takes 1-1 ½ hours to complete instead of waiting years for your hair to grow out you can dramatically change the length of your hair within your lunch break.  

Better yet, Extensions can be re-used up to three times depending how fast your hair grows.  As your hair starts to grow, I can professionally remove them with a solution that will not cause damage or breakage to your hair.  Then we can re-tape them back in place, closer to the root.  The whole process takes about an hour.

I have been doing hair extension for 10 years.  In my opinion the Seamless Tape Extensions are a great way to change your look with minimum expense and no damage to your hair.  Book today for a consultation to learn how to achieve the look you have been dreaming of.  856-985-0700

Michael Sparks
Senior Stylist
Salon Educator

Esthetician Sharon Pichoto: Intro to Skin Care 101

Good Skin Care starts with proper nutrition.  Sometimes those late nights of studying and not always grabbing the right food can take its toll and wreak havoc on your skin.  CosMedix Skin care offers supplements that can be taken in the morning before you start your day:  Clarity provides powerful internal defense blend of detoxifying cleansing and supportive herbs to help acne.  Balance is a complete green formula with 44 unique fruit and vegetables which boost your energy!  Restore is a proprietary blend of herbs and probiotics to detoxify the colon.  Most importantly drink lots of water!  Half your weight = the amount of ounces you should drink each day.

Keeping a daily skin care routine “simple and affordable” is easy with the following regiment:

Cleanse in the morning and evening.  Going to bed without cleansing will age your skin 7 days!  Select a cleanser that is gentle enough to remove makeup but will also be effective for your personal skin type.  CosMedix Benefit Cleanser is great for most skin types while Purity Clean is perfect for oily/congested skin.

Tone for added protection against clogging pores. Spray a cotton ball with toner and simply swipe your face.  Benefit Balance is gentle enough for all types while Purity Balance works well with clogged conditions. 

Enhance your cleansing by using the Clarisonic brush, which will clean your skin 6 times better than you can manually!

Moisturize to protect and hydrate according to your skin type.  CosMedix Mystic provides hydration without the greasy feeling.  Phytoclear works as the best moisturizer for those “hormonal breakouts”.  Hydrate+ is a light moisturizer with and added protection of SPF 17. 

This simple routine will only take you 3-5 minutes morning and night.  Create the habit within 21 days and see the results.  Suede Salon Spa and Body offers Complimentary Consultations to help you jump start into a Skin Regiment that works best for your skin type.  
Book Today 856-985-0700

Cosmedix Products Sold at Suede Salon Spa and Body:

Clarity Supplements $30.00
Balance Supplements $48.00
Restore Supplements:  $34.00

Benefit Clean $34.00
Purity Clean $34.00
Benefit Balance $34.00
Purity Balance $34.00

Mystic $36.00
Phytoclear $58.00
Hydrate + $46.00