Summer is coming up, and for a lot of us, that means making a splash in the pool! If you’re a summer water bug, it’s important to make sure that you are protecting your hair from chlorine and other pool chemicals. Before swimming, you can put your hair in braids to keep it tangle-free, rinse…
Courtney Martinez graduated from the Academy of Cosmetology and Esthetics in 2015 with her license in Cosmetology. She then began working at Twisted 7 Salon in Nevada, MO. After a time, she decided to further her education by obtaining her Esthetics license, followed by her Educators license. In 2018, Courtney chose to pursue her dream…
Julie Ramsey, LMT, graduated from the former Orler School of Massage Therapy in Joplin with high honors in 2008 and achieved licensure and national certification in 2009, opening her own business in February of that same year. After studying multiple modalities, she found her passion in prenatal and restorative massage. In order to continue to…
Many people enjoy massages on a semi-regular basis. While we know they can, in general, provide individuals with less stress, less pain, and better overall health, massage can provide even more benefits for athletes. Improving performance on the field, the court, the diamond, or the lane can be as simple as a general massage, cupping…
Nothing beats the feeling of being a bronzed beauty. Unfortunately, our love for the sun is a bit one-sided. While spending a lot of time in the sun can give us the short-term benefits of radiant skin and that undeniable glow, it can create issues in the long run. Quicker aging, wrinkled skin, and sun…
As the weather gets warmer, we all experience the unfortunate phenomenon caused by humidity: Frizzy hair. From flyaways to puffiness, frizzy hair can sometimes feel like it’s out of your control. Why does our hair frizz? Frizziness is caused by dry, porous hair sucking up moisture from the humid air which then causes it to…
Everybody wants to look their best, but what do you do when an illness alters your skin and hair? This is a reality that many Americans face with Hypothyroidism. What is Hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid, a gland found in the neck, is unable to produce a sufficient amount of thyroid hormone….
2018 was an important year for the beauty industry, as stylists around the globe saw a return to more natural beauty solutions and an emphasis on shorter, more “standout” hairstyles. As the year on the calendar changes, so do the trends and ideas of the industry. To ensure your look is always on point, take…
Is your skin prepared for winter? Maybe you didn’t realize it, but the colder months of the year can be a bit harsh on your skin, regardless of your age. If you’re just like us and you live in Missouri, you may be familiar with the freezing temperatures in December. These freezing temperatures make…
