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General service information
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We use only the finest products in every area of our spa services.
It pays to shop for beauty aids at Renu Day Spa
10% of product value will accumulate for your future services.
(Does not apply for sale marked products)
Example; spend $200.00 on products and your Manicure is free.
Skin Care
Murad
Murad Professional products are your exclusive source for Immuno-Skin Complex, a uniquely powerful peptide sequence that sends an instant message to your skin instructing it to behave like young skin. Immuno-Skin Complex triggers a vigorous immune response - a response that encourages skin to produce more collagen and elastin so it's stronger, firmer and more radiant. This entire line of home use products and spa treatments boosts your skin's defense against the factors of aging. Because of its remarkable power to protect and restore skin's youthful appearance, Dr. Murad calls Immuno-Skin Complex a "vaccine against aging."
Murad
For skin / body care
Aveda only at Renu Too
For hair / body care
CBI
For skin / body care
BioElements
For professional use and make-up application
MlIS
For body and supplements
General service information
Infrared Therapy
The original system of using thermal sudation with a body wrap treatment was developed in the late 1990s by French Doctor Yves Loones of la Rose Blanche in Paris. Originally the systems used a conventional heating method, but in the year of 2005 thermal sudation was introduced to the U.S. market with an upgrade of far infrared as its heat source. This change in heat source yielded faster results for the client. Now this signature body treatment is creating a real buzz in the spa industry.
The infamous cardiologist and anti-aging guru Dr. Oz recently appeared on Oprah stating that “infrared helps support health and longevity”. Doctors and health experts tout infrared for weight loss, pain relief, relaxation, chronic fatigue syndrome, detoxification, and so many other health benefits. Dr. Oz also stated that “infrared saunas increase blood circulation and that one session can burn up to 700 calories”. He also seemed ecstatic on the detoxification, these invisible wavelengths of light delve out of the body, not to mention the cardiovascular benefits for anyone, including those that might be disabled or simply could not exercise. The anti-aging and beauty industry is no longer questioning infrared’s abilities to enhance their treatment menus.
What Exactly is FIR?
Far infrared ray (FIR) energy is a part of the natural light spectrum of sunlight, minus the skin damaging UV, which is why NASA spacecraft have utilized this heat. In Asia and Europe, it has already revolutionized health and beauty products. The energy is essential and beneficial for all human beings. As a matter of fact, it is so safe that it is used to warm the bodies of babies in hospitals!
FIR has the ability to penetrate, refract, radiate, and reflect. The human body can absorb FIR because of its deep penetrating ability. When FIR penetrates through the skin to the subcutaneous tissues, it transforms from light energy into heat energy. The thermal effect within the deep layers of tissues cause blood vessels in capillaries to dilate, promoting better blood circulation, and the heat produced helps to get rid of body toxins and metabolic wastes through sweating.
In a case of injury, heat stimulates vasodilation of peripheral blood vessels, bringing oxygen to joints and extremities, relaxation of stiff muscles, speeding the healing of sprains and strains. The increased blood flow helps aching and injured muscles recover faster because of the stronger blood flow and the quicker metabolic and toxic waste productions purged from the body through the skin during perspiration. The skin is known in Chinese medicine as the third kidney because it is believed to be responsible for eliminating up to 30 percent of body waste.
FIR Infrared Heat Therapy allows increased blood circulation to carry great amounts of nutrients to the skin, thus promoting healthy tone, texture, and mild cleansing of the skin.
RENU system is the one and only fat loss system of its kind! Utilizing infrared energy, in one treatment, you can lose an average of 1 to 3 pounds and burn an average of 700-800 calories. FAR infrared energy has many therapeutic benefits such as:
* Weight loss ( not just water weight)
* Increases metabolism
* Burns Calories
* Reduces cellulite/stretch marks
* Decreases body fat
* Detoxification
* Reduces aches and pain
* Increases circulation
The Basic Wrap Process
* The day of your wrap, you will be required to bathe, using no oils or lotions afterwards.
* You will need to eat a regular meal containing at least 3 ounces of protein (meat) within the 90 minutes prior to your wrap.
* You will need to wear cotton undergarments to be wrapped in – women should wear thong style panties.
* Bring a fresh set of undergarments to wear after your wrap.
* Upon arrival at the salon, you will be asked to complete a brief form and to drink 8 to 16 ounces of water. This hydrates and prepares the body for the wrap.
* You will be weighed both before and after your wrap.
* While lying on the massage bed, one of our trained staff members will then apply two separate creams to the body to aid in toxin removal and weight loss.
* You will then be wrapped in the Sudatonic FAR Infrared Blanket and allowed to relax for the next 30 – 40 minutes. During this time, you will begin sweating out the toxins and burning excess calories resulting in weight loss and a more energized and refreshed feeling.
* Heating is then shut off. But you will remain resting inside for 5- 10 minutes before blanket is opened.+
* Next we will towel clean you and apply the 3rd cream to your body.
Immediately after your wrap, you will be weighed to calculate your weight loss.
You will be required to SIP water only for the next two hours and you may not eat for at least two hours.
After the treatment fat cells try to restock the triglycerides they just used up as they try to return to the size they are used to. It is important to let the body settle down and allow the fat cells to adjust to smaller size
Spray Tan guideline
Renu Day Spa brings you the perfect way to achieve a natural healthy bronzed look. It's no secret that all around the world, tanners are switching off their sun beds, throwing out their self tanning creams, avoiding the harsh sun and converting to the new and unique concept of airbrush tanning. You will be amazed by the fantastic results so come in and give it a try. A seamless all over body tan in just 15 minutes.
Why book in for a Spray Tan?
* No dirty patches
* No streaking
* No orange effect
* No premature ageing
* No UV skin damage
Spray Tanning is available in light, medium or dark shades.
How spray tan works - The specially made airbrush atomises the "Sun Spray" into a cooling vapour onto the skin ensuring an even application. One of the active ingredients in the Sun Spray, Dihydroxyacetone (DHA), causes a chemical reaction with the amino acids on the outermost top layer of skin to produce a bronzed tan - much like the sun does but without UVA and UVB damage to the skin. With absolutely no sun exposure at all, the tan usually lasts between 4 - 10 days. The way the tan fades and the length of time it lasts is dependent on how each person naturally loses his or her skin. Regular moisturising is essential to prolong the duration of the tan, especially during hotter months or in dry climates. Booking for a "double application" ensures an even longer lasting and more natural looking tan and offers a cost saving. Scroll down for more information.
Prior to and on the day of your tan - In the morning of your tanning appointment (or the night before) you should exfoliate your entire body. Exfoliation will remove dead skin that would otherwise flake off and helps to promote even coverage and lengthen the duration of your tan. When you exfoliate, pay particular attention to the lower half of your legs, knees, ankles, top of feet, toes, elbows and knuckles. You may use an exfoliating lotion, face cloth, scrubbing mitt or loofah. Use a pumice stone on feet if necessary.
Shaving or waxing - It is best to shave or wax at least 12 hours before your tanning appointment. We are unable to offer any waxing treatments on the same day of your tan. Waxing during the life of your tan will remove it - therefore we recommend that you do not wax for at least 7 days after the application.
Cremes and lotions - Do not apply moisturisers or use any roll-on deodorants until after your post-tanning shower (see below), lotions can act as a barrier and prevent the Sun Spray from contacting with the skin. The same applies to your face and the wearing of make-up.
What to wear - Wear loose fitting clothing, preferably a sundress, along with sandals to your tanning appointment. Plan to spend about 30 to 40 minutes at the salon. The actual tanning takes about 15-20 minutes but you will need to allow about 10 minutes for drying time. Wear a dark coloured costume or garment of your preference. The Tanning System solution washes out of most clothing very easily, but tends to stain light nylon materials.
Following the application - Caribbean Tan have eliminated most problems associated with self-tanners, however, a few stubborn challenges remain. Immediately following your tanning application, for at least 5 hours, you should:
* Not wash your hands or wear tight clothing.
* Not exercise. Perspiring immediately after tanning alters the chemical reaction of the sun spray.
* Not swim or immerse yourself in water.
* Not apply moisturiser.
* Not wear shoes or socks after your tanning session if your feet sweat. The sweat can turn your feet yellow or orange - sandals are a good choice.
Due to the reaction of the active ingredients with the amino acids of the skin, some clients, based on their particular body chemistry, will notice a "starch" smell on their skin shortly after their tanning application. This will disappear with the post-tan shower.
Post-Tan Shower - Wait at least 8 hours after your tanning application before showering or bathing. You need to allow enough time for the reaction to take place - the longer the better. Do not be alarmed if you see colour washing off the first time you shower as this is just the surface colour application. Your skin will continue to tan as the self-tan reaction works on your skin.
Maintenance of you Tan - Apply moisturiser, morning and evening, after your post-tan shower. A well hydrated skin is essential in maintaining a longer life to your tan.
Note: Lotions containing Alpha Hydroxyl Acids are used to increase exfoliation, therefore their use will accelerate the fading process of your tan.
Side effects - There are no known harmful side effects reported from the use of the Caribbean Spray Tan, and it is a safe alternative to the harmful effects of tanning in the sun or on a sun bed. In fact all the active ingredients have been FDA (Food and Drug Administration, USA) approved. A very small percentage of people are allergic to DHA and may break out in red spots. If you have reacted badly to sunless tanning lotions before, please advise us prior to your tanning session, and advise us upon your return. We always recommend that you have a trial run 4-6 weeks before any important occasion, in the rare case of allergies or unexpected results.
In the press: It's called the Caribbean Tan and is without a doubt the very best salon self-tan available - Style Magazine.
