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LET’S SEE YOUR IPHONE DO THIS! (part 3)

Continuing with the list of uses for apple cider vinegar, or ACV: Ease Varicose Veins ACV is excellent for varicose veins because it improves circulation in the vein walls and is anti-inflammatory, so it reduces bulging veins.  Combine ACV with witch hazel and rub on veins in circular motion and you should see improvements in…

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LET’S SEE YOUR IPHONE DO THIS! (part 2)

Continuing with the list of uses for apple cider vinegar, or ACV: Soothe a Sunburn ACV can be used to soothe a sunburn. Put 1 cup of apple cider vinegar in a lukewarm bath along with ¼ cup of coconut oil and lavender essential oil to ease sun burnt skin.

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LET’S SEE YOUR IPHONE DO THIS! (part 1)

When they hear the word apple, many people immediately think of the iPhone, iPad, iPod, MacBook, or such.  But, don’t forgot the actual fruit, and the benefits it can provide.  They are almost endless, but this article focuses specifically on the many uses for apple cider vinegar, or ACV. Raw ACV is one of the…

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BE CHOOSY WITH YOUR SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER

An effective shampoo/conditioner is the foundation for healthy hair. Your hair and scalp are like a sponge. Both absorb the contents from the products you put onto your hair, whether nutrients or contaminants. That is why you should always use high quality shampoos and conditioners, with high quality oils, to maintain your hair.  Here some…

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HOW OFTEN SHOULD i GET MY HAIR CUT?

Well, the answer to that question varies depending on your hair and your objectives.  But, there are useful guidelines. First, if you want to just maintain your current length, to avoid split ends and breakage, you should not go any longer than 6-8 weeks between haircuts.  However, long hair, which is older, and chemically treated…

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Want Some Extra Wave in Your Hair?

If you are seeking additional wave in your hair, there are multiple methods that will work. For a longer term change, your best bet can be a perm. For shorter term results, there are also other options.

ARE YOU SURE YOU HAVE DANDRUFF?

Flakes in your hair, from your head, probably makes you believe that you have dandruff.  So, what do you do?  You get a dandruff shampoo and use it to wash your hair? Well, you may not have dandruff at all, you may simply have dry scalp.  They are not the same.  Dandruff, also known as…

Painting Baby’s Nails: How Young is Too Young?, Green Turtle Salon in Henderson, Nevada
Painting Baby’s Nails: How Young is Too Young?

One of our nail technicians is pregnant.  Recently, some casual conversation turned to how soon after she delivers will she polish her baby’s nails.  It was a joking comment, but it did spawn a discussion on what age might be OK to start polishing a child’s nails and when it might be OK to start…

You Are Beautiful – Protect That Investment! Part 4 of 4

Following on our previous Blog, this is Part 4 of 4 things you should be doing as part of your beauty regiment.  Why spend money at the salon maximizing your beauty if you don’t do what you can tor protect yourself? For your nails, consider gel or vinyl nail polish.  You love it when your…

You Are Beautiful – Protect That Investment! Part 3 of 4

Following on our previous Blog, this is Part 3 of 4 things you should be doing as part of your beauty regiment.  Why spend money at the salon maximizing your beauty if you don’t do what you can tor protect yourself? Protect your skin……..face, hands, and feet in particular (although this is applicable to all…

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