Find your “TRUE MATCH” - May 22nd *MAKEOVER* EVENT

SPRING CLEAN *MAKEUP MAKEOVER* with our International Makeup Artist, Jennifer Honeycutt

Find your “TRUE MATCH”

Are you wearing the best shades that highlight your unique features and skin tone?  Spring has sprung, and it's time to clean up the beauty bag!

La Bella Donna's national makeup artist, Jennifer Honeycutt will be providing personal makeover sessions, tips & techniques to help you to enhance your best features.

Weightless, age-defying, safe mineral alternatives!  Choose appropriate and trending new colors that look best on your skin tone!

Date: Thursday, May 22

Time: 2pm to 7pm

Reserve your personalized mini makeup makeover for $25 and we will 
put $10 toward your makeup purchase!   

To reserve your appointment - please EMAIL US: Schedule@Kasiaorganicsalon.com

*Leave the time of day that works best for you and we will do our best to accommodate.  Appointments will go fast, so please confirm as soon as possible.  Payment for appointment may be paid the day of your makeover.  Please be considerate of cancellations 2 days prior to Thursday. 

National Artist Jennifer Honeycutt and our own Amazing Rachel will work with you step by step to achieve the best look for the season!

Pigment Rich Beauty Bag Swap Out with La Bella!

• Liquid or Powder SPF AGE-DEFYING FOUNDATION
• SUN-KISSED BRONZER for contouring or to be "kissed by the sun!" 
• Complimentary EYE COLOR QUADS that will easily make your eyes pop
• Fresh new GLOSSY LIP GLOSS that keep the moisture IN your smooch
• SMOOTH LINERS TO DEFINE 
• Rouge it up with CHEEKBONE POPPING BLUSH

•  NEW EYE PALETTE Colors! *LOVE*

Incredible BONUS SAVINGS for YOU on May 22nd Only!

• FREE $20+ La Bella  Gift With Purchase 
• Schedule a o2 Red Carpet Oxygen Lift  Facial & receive $20 OFF!  

• 20% OFF any 2 + Kasia Natural Skin Care Products!
• FREE Hair Cut when you  pre-book a color on May 22nd!  First Time Clients Only.

About Jennifer:  Leaving Channel and MAC in the past, Jen obtains a Medical Esthetics license and has worked closely with a team of leading Plastic Surgeons focusing on the health of the skin.  Certified by the International Dermal Institute and educating for Dermalogica, where Jen helped grow business as well as developing educational courses throughout the Mid West.

Infused Water Recipes: Aid your body in the normal detoxification process!

Hey Gorgeous - Get Infused!

Infusing your water with fresh fruits and herbs may support your liver and aid your body in the normal detoxification process. From headache and indigestion relief, to improved hydration and immune function, you'll be amazed at how good you'll feel by simply adding a few slices of your favorite fruit to water! Plus-the fresh flavor of the added fruit makes drinking water more fun!

Love Mom with our Exclusive * One Day Only Sale *

ONE DAY ONLY SALE  

Last Minute Mother's Day Gifts

'Most mothers are instinctive philosophers.

-Harriet Beecher Stowe

We get it!  Busy moms can't always make it to the spa.

Either way, we've gathered a collection of our simple, restful, luxurious  organic products for an "IN HOME"  pamper that any woman will absolutely love. Leave her feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

 

ONE DAY ONLY  IN-STORE and ONLINE SALE! 

Enjoy 20% Off the following products! 

Online Discount Code:  onedayonly

Natural Soy Candles

 

Exclusive GMO free collection of four unique scents. Each candle begins with a custom blend of 100% pure essential oils, 100% pure plant wax and all-cotton wicks. Poured in a beautiful Italian frosted glass, out packaging is 100% recyclable. In fact, it is Forest Stewardship Council Certified.

   

 So-Luxe Organic Body Oil

 Bliss out with our incredibly rich yet lightweight, 100% natural So-Lux Beauty Oil. Infused with Vitamin E, pure essential oils and grape seed, arnica, safflower, jojoba and avocado oils, its quick-absorb formula is moisturizing and therapeutic to leave skin soft and supple.

The perfect way to complete your bathing ritual, the grease-free oils will easily absorb into freshly cleansed or exfoliated skin and open pores

Apothecary BIG Bar Soap

  Lavish in our au-naturale  handmade  artisan soaps  imparted with scent and healing properties of nature into every HUGE 7 oz bar.  Wash your troubles away with our lasting BIG BAR!

Renew AHA + Vitamin C Exfoliating Cleanser

 Packed with 85% certified organic, 99% natural and vegan ingredients, the soap-free formula harnesses a rich blend of natural exfoliating agents, including gentle Jojoba beads and AHA fruit acids, and uses anti-inflammatory botanicals to transform skin without drying or irritation. Perfect for acne-prone skin, the cleanser reduces breakout-causing bacteria, clears clogged pores and fades post-breakout marks for a smooth, even skin tone.

Head over to our online store HERE!

Your Top 5 Summer Fashion Trends!

Hey beaute!

Have you gotten the itch to change out your wardrobe for spring and summer?!  I know I have!  Being a hair stylist, I am usually drawn to basic staples I can dress up with assessors......  My clients can testify that I am a "true artist" and need clothing that's conferrable and washable!

The turn of seasons creates new opportunity to change out our colors both with clothing, hair, and makeup.  Be inspired by pulling some of these great SPRING and SUMMER TRENDS together that are unique for you!  

THE TREND:

     Chiffon & Lace Overlays and Cut-outs

 The color: Seaweed 

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THE TREND:

Crop Tops, Exposed Shoulders & Structure

The Color: Summer White

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THE TREND:

          Fuller, longer, flowing silhouettes

The Color: Blush

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THE TREND:

Bold Accessories, Bejeweled Shoes

& Hand Bags

The Colors: True Blue & Sunny Yellow

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THE TREND:

        Makeup: Natural, Smoky or Bold

We hope your are inspired!  Contact our team today to refresh your skin, makeup color matching, and fabulous lifted and hi lighted hair color!     Schedule@Kasiaorganicsalon.com

Thank you Jill Swanson/Guest Reference

THYROID MYTHS AND TRUTHS with CHRIS KRESSER

Hello Informed Beaute'!   When talking about thyroid with guests, the conversation is usually related to hair loss, the thinning of eye brows, and weight gain.   Effecting over 60% of women, your thyroid plays a key role in helping you metabolize food, store and use energy, manage your weight and temperature control, think, talk, and yes, that cherished sleep. Hypothyroidism is growing common and is characterized by an underproduction of the hormones needed to support your activity on a daily basis. As a result, it's only natural you may experience fatigue, poor concentration, cold sensitivity, weight gain, dry skin, hair loss, and irritability.

The brain and thyroid communicate with the body to maintain optimal balance. In a healthy state, the brain produces thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). TSH prompts your thyroid to produce the thyroid hormone T4 (thyroxine), which is then converted in other parts of the body to T3 (triiodothyronine), the form our cells use most effectively. In the case of hypothyroidism, either the thyroid’s ability to make and release T4, or the body’s ability to convert T4 to T3, becomes compromised, often showing up in the form of elevated TSH.  Have I lost you?  

Time Sensitive:  Check out this great video with one of my favorite new Funcitonal Medicine young leaders.   

If the video is no longer available, you may access this via Chris's website HERE!  

THYROID MYTHS AND TRUTHS

CHRIS KRESSER, L.AC.Author, Your Personal Paleo Code

In this video, Chris reviews the following:

Why the TSH test is not enough! (And what is.)

Cruciferous vegetables, to eat or not to eat

How a rise in thyroid antibodies can be a GOOD sign

One single dietary change that can reverse autoimmune disease.

You can sign up for podcasts like this through Sean Croxton's series on the Thyroid Health.

Sean Croxton is the host of UndergroundWellness Radio, an internet-based podcastfocusing on real food, functional medicine,and holistic health. Since 2008, he hasconducted weekly interviews with theleading experts in the real health community.

Sean also writes and video blogs on hisUnderground Wellness website and is theauthor of The Dark Side of Fat Loss.  www.undergroundwellness.com

Top Hormone Test Suggestions by Dr. Sara Gottfried

I love this and I love cutting the 'fat!'  DR. SARA GOTTFRIED has provided very useful information below on understanding steps every woman can start to understand and take in testing their personal hormonal levels.  Each woman truly is unique with their own set of stressors that are both internal and external.   Now beware, this can still be confusing, but the provided information from Sarah starts to unwind the confusion!

You can’t start improving something until you understand your baseline.   Here are some tests I 
commonly recommend. Once you get the test results, you’ll know a starting point and which “fire” needs to be put out first.

Top Hormone Test Suggestions 

1. Blood Panel

Blood tests are most commonly used by conventional physicians, so starting with blood is a good starting bridge for those who rely on insurance dollars, as well as commonality with your doctor.

Ask your doctor to order:

• VAP cholesterol [This is extensive and includes subtypes of LDL and HDL plus lipo(a), VLDL

• Ferritin

• TSH

• Free T3

• Reverse T3

• Cortisol

• DHEA

If you’re overweight: leptin, insulin. IGF-1 (growth hormone)

2. DIY: Your doctor will not run the tests or you’d like to pursue on your own.

I recommend the Canary Club or ZRT Labs.

http://www.zrtlab.com Comprehensive Female Profile I (Saliva/Blood) Comprehensive Female Profile II (Saliva/Blood)

3.  http://www.canaryclub.org/ Recommended: Advanced Plus Hormone Profile

4. Complete Hormone Profile

If your doctor is the more open-minded type, check this Genova test. It will tell you about your adrenals, both short-and long-term, and inform you of your estrogen metabolism – that is, do you have a modifiable tendency toward breast cancer or not?

5. Let NutrEval Rock Your World

For those of you who really love to measure everything, and want to know where your nutritional deficiencies are...consider your prayers answered: http://www.gdx.net/product/10051. The cost is reasonable for people with insurance who qualify for Genova’s Pay Assured program at $169. Add on Vitamin D for $5.

6.  Mercury Rising?

I commonly see women with fatigue, hair loss, weight gain, low sex drive and underperforming thyroids. I encourage them to test for mercury from Mercout.com.

7.  Telomeres, My Telomeres

For those soul sisters who delight in quantifying biological age, the best marker is your telomeres, the cute little caps on your chromosomes that keep your chromes from unraveling and are similar to shoelace caps. Get those telomeres tested at Spectracell.com

8.  Neuroendocrine Fun and Games

Finally, for women in perimenopause with the usual suspects of more stress/irritability/waning libido & focus, one of my favorite tests is the Neuroendocrine 3 panel (9505) from Neuroscience. This tests looks 
at the intersection of your hormones with your neurotransmitters. It’s very satisfying, and it generates a personalized amino-acid balancing protocol.

This test is excellent for women trying to get off antidepressants, sleeping pills or anxiety medication.

https://www.neurorelief.com/?p=testing

9. Pathway Fit

The Pathway Fit test gives you a personalized look into your genetic code. It analyzes your metabolism, eating habits, and the way your body responds to exercise. The test, along with a lifestyle questionnaire, tells you how to optimize your diet, workouts and lifestyle for a strong metabolism. Talk about a tailored weight loss plan!

https://www.pathway.com/dna-reports/pathway-fit

10. Genova - Menopause

The Menopause Plus test by Genova Diagnostics will test your melatonin and cortisol levels, as well as your estrogen and progesterone.

BIG Step – Baby Steps

This may seem like a overwhelming list. Step 1 of an important process: figuring out the root cause of your health issues. Once you know the area that is causing the most harm and start to treat it, you’ll be amazed at how the rest of your body starts to return to balance too.

Blind Spots and How to Proceed

It is highly recommended you work with a partnered functional medicine practicioner, Doctor, DO, etc.

The key here is to measure, manage, and improve your hormonal equilibrium with objective tests – combined with a honest assessment of your values, genetic tendencies, current health, lifestyle and blind spots.

Congratulations on your commitment to optimal “beautiful health.”

THANK YOU to DR. SARA GOTTFRIED, M.D. on your written resource of: “Top Ten Hormone Tests”

LIFT UP with these Light, Summery Looks!

Lighten Up Informed Beauty!

Remove the Moody Blues (and maybe some brunette)

LIFT UP with these Light, Summery Looks.

     

We promise....summer is right around the corner and there is no better time to lighten and brighten up your locks with a fresh, new zero ammonia, beautiful hair color.  

Whether you are changing your color, adding highlights or lowlights, or going for that tousled beach-babe look, our team will assist and inspire your to make some GLOSSY changes and recommend high performance products to help you look your best. 

Up-lifing Blonde Inspiration - Feeling it?

OK! I'll stop obsessing ..... Check out our Pinterest page for MORE!

Contact our team today! P: 612.824.7611 E: Kassie@Kasiaorganicsalon.com 

Top 10 Reasons to do Laser Hair Treatment

 Top 10 for Laser Therapy for Healthier Hair and Optimal Growth

You know the drill. You get up, take a shower, and watch your hair swirl in the drain. You check your hair out in the mirror and find a little less than you had the day before. Your hairline is receding and youve tried the shampoos and the Rogaine with minimal success. Youve done the hair system thing, but thats just not you. So whats a person to do? Live with hair loss? Maybe not. Here are top ten reasons to try a new laser hair treatment program.

1. The use of low level lasers in the treatment of hair loss is one of the latest technological breakthroughs in hair restoration therapy. This low level laser hair treatment has been used with great success in Europe for the past ten years, but is only recently coming into use here in the states. Use of hand-held laser combs have been approved by the FDA for home use.

2. Low light lasers use cool red light to stimulate blood flow up to 54% better to the hair folicle. There are many factors involved in male and female pattern hair loss - genetics, hormones, age. When hair follicles begin to fail because of an overabundance of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) in the body (a hormone that comes with aging) and lack of blood flow to that area of the scalp, hair follicles shrink and eventually miniaturize and fail to thrive. Finally, hair follicles disappear altogether. Once follicles die, nothing can be done to help them. Thats why its important to start laser hair treatment when your hair is in the thinning stage, before its gone altogether. Cool laser hair treatment stimulates this blood flow and restores vitality to the root, encouraging regrowth.

3. Laser hair treatment can be used in conjunction with your current mode of hair loss treatment. If youve taking Rogaine or Propecia and seeing minimal results, laser hair treatment can boost the effectiveness of medications. By stimulating regrowth of hair follicles with the use of red, low light lasers, it helps the medications work more effectively. In clinical studies, 45% of patients saw noticeable results in 6 - 8 weeks, and within 4 - 6 months, another 45% saw definite improvement in the quality of the hair that was regrowing and in the thickness of their hair. For best results talk to a hair loss consultant for a free hair loss consultation, which are normally free

4. Laser hair treatment is pain-free and has virtually no side effects. For those fearful or reluctant to use drugs and prescription medication treatments such as Rogaine or Propecia, a laser hair treatment program offers a safe, effective and risk-free way to treat hair loss. Lasers stimulate blood flow to the scalp, and energized the hair follicles, but do not damage skin. 5. Laser hair treatment will not bust your budget. Compared to other hair loss treatments, laser hair treatments are affordable; the cost is much cheaper than alternatives like surgical hair restoration, or a high-end hair system that will require maintenance.

6. Laser hair treatment vs. hair systems  Hair systems require some kind of glue or adhesive to stay on. There is always the risk that an edge will come up or that even the best hair system will be detectable. With laser hair treatment, youre only dealing with your own natural hair. No glue, no hoping people dont notice youre wearing a hair system.

7. No surgery  There is no surgery involved with laser hair treatment, and more importantly, no anesthesia required. Hair restoration surgery (or follicular hair transplantation surgery) is very expensive and requires 10 days of downtime following surgery. Laser hair treatments can be done on your lunch break or in front of the TV at night and require no down time. And there is no risk of infection involved as there is with any surgery.

8. Laser Hair Treatments are natural  Many people simply dont believe in taking medication or in doing surgery to restore hair. They want a more natural approach. Nothing is more natural than using light to regrow your hair. The kind of red light used in laser hair treatments is not the kind that will give you sunburn or encourage skin problems. On the contrary, it can even help flaky, itchy scalps to heal and naturally stimulate the health and vitality of the scalp and hair.

9. No need to be self-conscious by visiting a hair replacement clinic. If you dread the idea of walking into a hair restoration clinic to be measured, prodded and evaluated, or if you're simply too shy to be bothered with it, a laser hair treatment program with an in-home hand-held laser comb may be your best solution.

10. Hand-held laser combs for home use - If you choose the hand-held laser comb that is now on the market, it's an even more cost effective option. Use of the laser comb two-three times a week at home for 10 to 15 minutes is all you need to do. No need to drive in to a clinic for laser hair treatments. And it's yours forever. As your hair regrows after using laser hair therapy, your confidence will grow as well. A thick head of healthy hair means a more vital, healthy, happy you.

Resource:  http://www.hlcconline.com/top-10-reasons-for-laser-hair-growth-treatment.html