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How to Create a Fresh Skincare Routine in 2020
Featuring Expert Esthetician: Maria McCown
Exhale NoMad, NYC
This is the time of year for fresh starts; hanging up a new calendar, setting up new fitness goals, and making an effort to expand your horizons by trying out new things (cooking class anyone)? One of our favorite ways to wipe the slate clean and jumpstart the new year is to establish a new skincare routine! When it comes to caring for your skin, it’s so important to constantly reestablish your routine amidst the constant change in weather, and the everchanging nature of our own individual skin-types.
To get some expert information on the topic, we sat down with Maria McCown – lead esthetician at Exhale NoMad in NYC – to discuss the proper steps we should be taking when developing a personalized and sustainable routine for our skin.
WHAT IS HYALURONIC ACID?
There is a magical ingredient on our skincare horizons that is making glowing strides in hydration, complexion, and anti-aging. Enter: Hyaluronic Acid. This versatile molecule exists naturally in our skin to hold water and maintain balanced moisture. Similar to collagen, our bodies stop producing the substance after a certain age, so it becomes increasingly important to supplement the loss of hyaluronic acid by incorporating it into our daily skincare routines. To better
FACIAL TECHNOLOGY IS ON THE RISE
Expert Content: Mila Shvartsman
Exhale Upper East Side
When it comes to technology, 2020 brings a whole new standard for innovations. To help give our lives that efficient boost we need, we often to turn to technology. We order an Uber instead of hailing a cab. We order our groceries online instead of standing in line at the supermarket. We even use an app to keep track of how much we’re eating, and how many steps we take! Bottom line, we all love an opportunity to enhance an experience that will give us a boost of efficiency.
When it comes to your skin, you should never settle for anything less than the best. As the stakes in the skincare game continue to grow, new advancements in technology are being developed that aim to enhance the quality of our results. At Exhale Upper East Side, we sat down with lead esthetician, Mila, to walk us through the advanced power of our top three facial technologies, that offer a high-quality solution to seeing transformative results…fast.
The Lift Facial
Get ready for takeoff…because this facial will bring your skin’s definition to new heights. This uplifting therapy utilizes gentle micro current waves to tone facial muscles, build collagen, and stimulate protein production. “We have so many groups of muscles in our face”, says Mila, “and we actually use very few of them. All of the others remain relaxed. To wake up those muscles and return them to their active state, we stimulate them with probe technology.” When muscle memory is restored, our face looks firm and toned and we see our natural contours resurface. Hello, cheekbones! Maintain a radiant and lifted glow with a series of six monthly facials (at a 25% discount), or prep for a big event with a single intensive Lift!
The Cool Beam Facial
The Cool Beam Facial uses a variety of colored LED lights that target different areas of focus, all in one facial. “This is one of my favorite facials that we offer” says Mila. “The Cool Beam Facial incorporates LED light to helps to stimulate different areas of concern. The blue light is anti-bacterial. This is perfect for active acne, acne scars, and eliminate oils deep in the skin. The red light helps to treat the outer layer of the skin. When we absorb the red light, we stimulate the production of collagen, which helps make our skin look more tight, glowing, and healthy. The green aims to focus on relieving any discomfort or irritation on your skin, and helps with healing. The balance of all three of these lights offers a high-quality solution to repairing years of skin damage including sun spots, breakouts, irritation, and fine lines.” Mila emphasizes that “Depending on the guest’s skin type and their individual goals, I will personalize the Cool Beam Facial to cater to their specific needs. This therapy is great for all ages ranging from teens who are struggling with acne stars, to people looking to reduce fine lines.”
The Ultrasonic Facial
The Ultrasonic Facial uses a handheld device that works to exfoliate and cleanse the top layer of your skin. Mila explains that “the device vibrates and activates the layers of skin to bring impurities to the surface. Then with the blade, we painlessly clear off all the impurities — dull cells and excess oils — off of the skin. It feels amazing and gives your skin that healthy plump sensation.”
“This is a great facial for men because it helps with ingrown hair and works to maintain a smooth and even landscape for a man’s face. Redness is reduced, irritation is calmed, and it is perfect for every skin type — even for ultra-sensitive skin. Healing nutrients go deep into the tissue to stimulate skin repair beneficial for both discoloration and scarring.
Throughout February, Exhale members can take advantage of exclusive rates for these technology-fueled facials. Take this last week of February, and give your skin the smart care it needs. We’ve got all the tools to send you off into spring feeling lifted, glowing, and radiant.
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THE ULTIMATE ROASTED HARVEST SALAD FOR FALL
The change of seasons can be a very exciting time in the kitchen! Now is the time to experiment with in-season produce and get creative with flavors and textures. Soups, sautés and salads are all great dish-types to incorporate fall produce into and are often quick and easy to whip up. One of the best ways to bring out those classically delicious fall flavors is by roasting. When you roast fruits or veggies, you enhance its natural flavors while producing a hearty and satisfying texture. To help kick off the new season, we’re sharing one of our favorite roasted vegetable salads that is packed with fall flavors and healthy ingredients. For a balanced meal, prepare alongside a pureed soup, or some fresh grilled chicken! Ingredients 2 medium pears sliced and cored 1 butternut squash cut into cubes ½ cup dried cranberries 1/3 cup pecans 1 tablespoon olive oil Teaspoon of Salt 5 cups of mixed greens 4 ounces of goat cheese Dressing of your choice!
3 HEALTHY LUNCHES TO KICK OFF 2020
We are all far too familiar with the day-to-day struggle of deciding what to eat for lunch. Juggling the effort to eat clean with the need for convenience can be tricky, but luckily when it comes to anything wellbeing, the simpler the better. That’s why we’ve gathered three go-to lunch recipes that take very little prep time and leave you feeling nourished and healthy. Since variety is the spice of life, we’ve included a little bit of everything: a wrap, a salad, and a soup
FOOD FOR WELLBEING
As we start to see the light of spring nearing closer and closer, we are beginning to build a fresh wellbeing plan that will carry us through to the warmer months! In addition to getting a head start on our spring fitness and spa routines for spring, we are starting to think about how we can reset our eating habits in a way that will keep us strong and healthy from the inside out! In honor of National Nutrition Month, we are highlighting some select foods and how they play key roles in keeping our skin glowing and healthy, and our bodies strong and refreshed. Let’s break it down!
SWEET POTATO TURKEY CHILI
You may want to double up on this heart-warming sweet potato turkey chili. Combining lean protein-packed turkey, scrumptious sweet potatoes, and bursts of spices and flavors, this delicious chili will keep you warm, full and most importantly…healthy. It’s important to be conscious of what you’re putting into your body to ensure you’re getting all of the vitamins and nutrition you need to keep your immunity up. Superfoods, like sweet potatoes, are packed with vitamins and antioxidants that help to fight off illness. If you’re keeping up with your fitness at home with Exhale On Demand, it’s crucial to get that healthy serving of protein, so you can stay strong and energized. Perfect for a post-workout meal, or an overall health boost, this chili will feed your wellbeing in every way. Let’s get cookin’
THE CURL: MOTHERSHIP OF EVERY CORE FUSION BARRE CLASS
In exhale Barre classes, our Core Conditioning Series follows a pattern: Flat Back, Round Back, and finally the Curl – which introduces a progressive challenge of increased spinal flexibility with each position. All three exercises address two fundamental needs: strengthening the core while building flexibility in the back. Joseph Pilates always preached that the “supple spine equals a youthful body,” and it’s true. The more spinal strength and flexibility you have, the more strength and flexibility you’ll see in every other area.
The curl takes discipline because it’s a complex position. You have to prioritize pressing the lower back down on the mat while
KATIE’S EXHALE TRANSFORMATION STORY
When Katie first came to exhale with a 30-day unlimited class package, she was recovering from a life-altering car accident and brain surgery. Here’s her incredible story of building strength and mindfulness at exhale – one class at a time.
First, please indulge me in some brief (kind of) background info. I was hit by a car while crossing the street in July 2016 which left me with a grade 3 concussion and a left hip injury from the impact. The injury restricted my physical activity. About six weeks later, in September, I underwent brain surgery to remove a colloid cyst. My neurosurgeon estimated it had about a 50% chance of killing me (and was originally identified as likely being cancer in January 2016). At 27 years old, this was a lot to handle – physically, emotionally, and mentally.
