Hair removal is an essential part of grooming for women. While traditional methods like shaving and tweezing have been around for ages, they may not be the best options for sensitive areas like the bikini area, underarms, and face. Fortunately, there are several hair removal techniques that are gentle and effective for these delicate areas. In this article, we'll discuss some of the popular hair removal techniques for sensitive skin, including sugaring, waxing, and laser hair removal near Calgary.
Read moreDermaplaning for Seriously Smooth Skin
Dermaplaning is becoming popular, thanks to the power of YouTube and social media. And when anything becomes more prominent, people have questions—what is dermaplaning? Is it safe? What benefits will I get from doing it?
We sat down with Aleasha Ewert, one of our resident estheticians and skin experts here at Byōōdē Bar, to get the lowdown on this skin treatment.
Q: So what is dermaplaning, anyway?
A: It’s a gentle and effective exfoliant for your face. I use a medical scalpel to get close contact with the skin, gently scraping off the top layer of dirt and dead skin to leave a smooth finish.
Read moreThe Lowdown on Henna Brows
Here at Byōōdē Bar, our brow techs have always offered our Brow Rehab service and have shaped and tinted the entire area that we map out.Most people are familiar with classic tint staining, and it’s a fantastic option that lasts 4-6 weeks. But did you know we also offer henna tint for your brows?
What is henna?
Henna is a natural dye made from plants, and has a long history of being used for cosmetic purposes. Containing hydrolyzed proteins, vitamin complexes and antioxidants, henna actually helps strengthen hair and restore growth with every use. And besides being great for healing damaged hair follicles, henna also produces stunning volume and vibrant colour for a look you can’t ignore.
Read moreBeauty Tips for a Carefree Summer
Summer is almost here, which means the heat is coming and carefree days relaxing by the pool are just around the corner. The last thing most of us want to be doing in the sweltering heat is worrying about our beauty routine—plus, mascara running down our faces hasn’t been “in” since the emo days nearly 20 years ago (!!). Luckily for you, it’s totally possible to ‘automate’ your routine for a low-maintenance, high-performance look.
Read moreHair Removal 101: All your Byōōdē Options
We've been growing our team here at Byōōdē Bar, and we couldn't be more excited! Adding new beauty partners means adding new services, and we now have a full complement of hair removal treatments for you to choose from. Let's talk about each one to help you decide which is right for you.
Sugaring
Like we covered in April's blog post, sugaring is a gentle and effective method of hair removal that uses actual sugar, lemon, and hot water to get the job done. Sugaring sticks to the hair but not to the skin, making it a less painful option over waxing and with results that typically last longer. Plus, it's safe for virtually any part of your body!
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