Category Archives: Health & Wellness

Dear valued clients,

For more almost a decade, Vixen® has lived by a core value to  “to operate with the highest sanitization and cleanliness standards”.  This value guides us as we face the global challenge of responding to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Please know that we are vigilantly monitoring the COVID-19 situation and continue to strictly follow government health regulations while ensuring precautions are in place for a healthy and safe experience for our team members and clients.
It is always been our business model at all of our locations to go over and above on sanitization. This is our competitive advantage, it is the Vixen® Difference

Thank you in advance for putting your trust in Vixen® as you plan for your spa visits.  Should you require booking accommodations for your existing or future appointments, please feel free to contact us.

Sincerely,

Karen Dixon
Founder & CEO
Vixen® Spa Inc.

Over the years the Vixen® brand has provided a wide array of services to tens of thousands of clients.  It only makes sense to continue to do so at a higher standard than the rest and consistently deliver The Vixen® Difference.
Hence, Vixen® Laser Hair Removal.

What Makes Vixen® Laser Hair Removal Different From Other Options?
The traditional treatment for laser hair removal involves a visual inspection of your skin and evaluation of your medical history, which is useful but does little to determine the pigment density in your skin and hair follicles.  At Vixen® locations we use The Skintel™ Melanin Reader, it eliminates this issue by quickly measuring your melanin and giving our certified estheticians the best understanding of your skin tone and its threshold for laser energy. We’re able to reach remarkable precision with the Skintel™ reader and give you excellent results with no risk to your skin. Our devices have both large and small spot sizes to complete procedures in all areas of the body fast and effectively.  More importantly, The Advanced Cooling Tip ensures a Pain-Free hair removal process.

Our laser machines are considered the least painful laser treatment available for hair removal, but it’s been recognized for several other benefits when compared to previous lasers such as:

• Permanent hair removal for the widest range of skin types
• Eliminates any chance side effects and complications
• Most comfortable laser available in the business, Pain-Free!
• Gets rid of hair quickly and requires fewer treatment sessions than other clinics & salons

Laser away unwanted hair permanently with the best equipment
in the business that is safe for all skin types!

Come enjoy the benefits today!

For those of you who are familiar with Dermalogica® products, you’ll know that it is a brand that does not pad out their products with unnecessary fillers and contains no artificial colours or fragrances.  Each ingredient in every individual product has been carefully selected for its skincare benefits to help you achieve great skin health. Dermalogica® is not about gimics, they are functional, streamline and sophisticated.

Below are some of the benefits of booking your next skin treatment at Vixen® and getting you on the path of improving your skin!

Non-toxic Ingredients
When it comes to skin care many people have worries and concerns on various products that contain harsh chemicals that are said to be toxic and unsafe for regular use. Dermalogica® products only contain natural ingredients that are very gentle to every skin type and safe to use regularly. Skin health will be improved over time with the right Dermalogica product/s.

Product Variety
Dermalogica products are available for both men and women and for all skin types. Whether one has oily or dry skin, there are Dermalogica products for every skin type. People can also choose their product preference from creams to skin gels or face masks.

Expert Advice
The best thing about coming to our locations for skin treatments is we offer expert advice through a face mapping.  This feature basically helps people determine their specific skin problems to get the appropriate Dermalogica® product.

There are various brands of skin care products in the market today but Dermalogica® boasts of natural and safe ingredients in all their product lines, this is synonymous with the Vixen® brand.  The main advantage over other salons and brands is that we help customers to know their actual skin problems and eventually choose the right products through their skin mapping service and through our expertise.

Improve Your Skin Today!

Once the socks, closed-toed shoes, and boots get tossed to the back of the closet,  bare feet, sandals and strappy stilettos come out for some fun in the sun, most people visit us for Vixen® pedicures instead of going for a Vixen® facial.
We like to suggest that getting a customized Vixen® facial in the summer is definitely worth the investment.

Your complexion changes with the seasons and it’s important to adjust your skincare routine to reflect the current environmental conditions. Your skin may have been dry and dehydrated this past winter because of low temperatures and cold winds mixed with heat from furnaces. But now, with the extra sun exposure and heat and increased activity, your skin may be turning more oily, or sensitive or may spark more breakouts than usual.

How are you supposed to keep up with all of these fluctuations and variations?  The answer — having a Vixen® facial. Regular facials at least quarterly will help clear up any outstanding issues you may be having with your skin and keep you looking great throughout this summer.

Benefits of Regular Facials

1. Maintaining healthy skin and having radiant-looking skin
2. Correcting certain skin conditions such as overexposure to Ultraviolet Rays from the sun;
3. Treating conditions such as dryness, oiliness or redness
4. Deep cleansing and releasing environmental pollution like smog that may be trapped in your pores;
5. Exfoliation and Refinement which makes your skin feel smoother and softer
6. Increasing circulation
7. Detoxification
8. Relaxation of the body and mind through massage and aromatherapy
9. Stimulation of metabolism
10. Looking younger and more beautiful;
11. Slowing down premature aging and softening lines and wrinkles;
12. Helping clear up blemishes and minor acne;
13. Reducing stress;
14. Sleeping better at night.

We love doing facials because we love to help people relax and feel good about themselves. We love seeing the smiles customers make when they first look at themselves in the mirror after they experience a Vixen® facial. If you haven’t had one already, we know you’ll be pleased with your results too.

Spring is here and its time to remove the winter fuzz build up.  The winter season may have left you with a little extra hair in the wrong places!  The worst thing you want is for the unsightly hairs to reveal themselves and surprise everyone.  Now is the perfect time to get your waxing routine in order.  Here are some waxing tips for smooth spring skin.

1. Get a head start – Prepare for the summer by starting a regular waxing cycle and continue it year round.  With regular waxing, you can lengthen the time in between your treatments; the more you wax, the weaker the hair follicle becomes, making it easier to remove. If you are new to waxing and want to make it last, schedule a “Touch Up” service to help you transition your hair-growth pattern from shaving to waxing. To maintain your smooth skin, you can continue touch up treatments every four weeks.
2. Exfoliate, Exfoliate – Body scrubs or body brushes are the perfect way to shed your winter skin and prepare for your wax.  The day before you decide to wax, exfoliate in the shower. This will remove dead skin, allowing the wax to grip shorter hairs.
3. Let it grow a little – Let your hair grow out about one-eighth to one-quarter of an inch before going in for waxing.
4. Moisturize – Daily moisturizing is necessary to keep your skin soft in between waxes.  Moisturize from the inside as well, drink a lot of water to plump up the skin to allow the hair to be removed from the follicle easily and prevent breakage of the hair at skin level.
5. Protection – Using sun protection is recommended when exposing your skin to the sun and is especially important during the first 24 hours post-waxing in order to avoid redness.
6. Cautious Tanning –  No tanning 24 hours before or after your wax to avoid irritation. If you plan on getting a spray tan, make sure you do it the day after your wax.
7. Perfect Your Timing – Going on a vacation or a specific outing and you want to look your best?  We recommend waxing two days before your trip for best results.
8. The last and most important tip – Choose the right place to get your waxing done!  Vixen® locations are dedicated and committed to providing the most comfortable and hygienic experience your safety is first.

Although, your whole body deserves special care during the harsh winter months, your hands require extra special treatment to keep them healthy.  Your hands are one of the most exposed and used parts of the body.  Direct exposure to water, sunrays and chemicals that exist in soaps, dish-cleaners and detergents also takes a toll on hands not to mention the hundreds of things we touch unconsciously daily, your hands respond by becoming dry and lifeless very quickly.

Soft and beautiful hands add the charm in an individual’s personality, while dull and unappealing hands demote it.

Here are some tips to keep your hands beautiful and sexy during the winter season – Like a Vixen®

1. Regular Manicures
   Show your hands some love on a regular basis and they will reward you with a healthier and beautiful look. Little things like well-shaped nails and hydrated cuticles not only look good but protect your hands in the harsh winter
2. Wear gloves every time you go outside
   The frosty air and cold winds can dry out hands. The easiest way to protect your hands is to wear gloves. Keep a few pairs of gloves, in your car, by the front door, etc. so you always have a pair handy.
3. Invest in some good hand cream or moisturizer
   Even if you have normal or oily skin you should go for the moisturizer that is for dry skin. That will take care of dryness and simultaneously prepare your hands for colder conditions, because you never know when the temperature is going to plummet. We have a variety of hand care products online and at the spa.
4. Don’t use hot water to wash your hands
   Hot water soaks all the moisture and makes hands dry and dull, so go for luke-warm water rather hot water
5. Stay hydrated
   Moisturizers alone cannot help in protecting your hands from dryness so you need to drink lots of water to keep your body hydrated. Drink 3 – 4 litres a day is ideal
6. Use rubber gloves when doing housework
   Housework isn’t just done in the winter so this tip is really for all seasons. Use gloves when cleaning with chemicals and washing dishes. Overexposure to hot water and chemicals can strip your skin of its natural oils making them look dry and chapped.
7. Add humidity to your home
   Using a humidifier or simply putting a bowl of water near your heaters can add moisture to the air in your house. Your skin will thank you!

At Vixen Nails•Salon•Spa we only use industry leading products so our customers get the best results.  Therefore if you are not using Olaplex you are not using the best.  An Olaplex treatment can be done at our salon and after your treatment you can take home Olaplex Hair Perfector N03 for home maintenance.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Most products do have beneficial ingredients for moisture and protein, but none that are capable of changing the structure of the hair or repairing it. Olaplex is the only product capable of cross linking disulfide bonds and rebuilds them to eliminate breakage from chemical services.

Only go with the best because you deserve it!

 

 

In today’s fast pace lifestyle what is said the most by everyone is that there is not enough hours in a day.  What come next are the whispers in your head saying “I will do it later,”  “I will do it tomorrow,”  ” I will do it next week.”

Procrastination happens when you put off a task because you really don’t want to do it, don’t know where to start or just takes too much of your time.  A lot of times we avoid tasks to feel temporary relief but what is actually happening is you are creating more stress.  The task you are putting off will linger in your awareness until it is completed.

There is no reason to create stress from prolonged procrastination when there are some simple tips you can implement to break you out of this horrible habit.

Face It Fearlessly

You can’t address a task unless you are aware of it.  The shear discomfort alone should be a signal you have problem to solve.  Being present in the moment without judging yourself.  Allow yourself to perceive the insight as a breakthrough not a breakdown.  This opportunity will give you a chance and change your thought process sparking resolution.

Take the First Step

When you start to look too far into the future any task or project can seem close to impossible. And so you shut down because you become overwhelmed.  Focus on taking the first step today that is all you need to focus on, nothing else. By taking the first step you change you mental state from resistant to positive which brings on the second step and third and so on.  Before you know it you are on your way to completing your task.

Create A List

Make yourself an old fashion To Do List, list everything from biggest to smallest then break up the biggest hardest task into smaller ones. Try to set time frames for every little task for example “walk the dog at 12:30” no just “walk the dog.”  You will find that small tweak makes a huge difference.  Continue to re-evaluate your list as you go, update your list accordingly and don’t look back at the small easy task that promote procrastination.

Just Make a Decision

As quoted by Theodore Roosevelt “In a moment of decision, the best thing you can do is the right thing to do, the next best thing is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.”  We feel bad when we sit on our hands and don’t take action because it’s unnatural. The natural thing is to be a decisive human and take action.  Taking the confident actions you want to take over and over again is what really builds your self confidence and a self-image of you being a confident person.

Finish the Task

An incomplete task can be very fatiguing and stressful.  Therefore always follow through even if you get off to a flying start, if you fail to finish or “close the deal,” all the hard work will be done in vain.  Everything you start does not always have to be completed however, using this as an excuse to quit something that feels hard or unfamiliar is not a good idea.  You must use your judgement and  how you feel will dictate you decision.

In our Vixen spotlight, we are proud to introduce Jessica L.

Jessica is an experienced esthetician that is an expert in all spa esthetic services we provide.  Over the years she has established herself one of the city’s top estheticians in both Milton and Mississauga.

Nickname:  Jess

Position:  Spa Supervisor/Esthetician

Vixen Location: Vixen Mississauga

Education: Sheridan College Esthetics Graduate

Why did you choose to be a Vixen?

I chose to be a Vixen® for a couple of reasons. It was a company that stood for strong, independent beautiful women that made other women feel amazing through providing esthetic services. I get such fulfillment making other women feel better about themselves, whether by giving them manicures or giving them beautiful skin with one of our facials. Being a Vixen lets me do these things on a regular basis and provide services that I love to do!

What is your favourite spa service to perform?

My favourite service to perform would definitely be manicures. Whether it’s one of our Classic Manicures or our Shellac Manicures, I love seeing the joy on women’s faces when they see the full potential of how beautiful their nails can be and that there are no nails that with a little TLC, can’t be saved!

What guidance or tips would you give clients about your favourite spa service?

My biggest tip in regards to manicures would be, always remember your cuticle oil! It’s a must have for all women, to grow beautiful healthy strong nails! It penetrates better than any hand creams and elongates the life of your mani! (I suggest our CND solar oil, its the best product out there and you’ll see a nail transformation in very little time)

Your favourite nail polish colour is?

Hands down; Fedora by CND shellac

What is your dream travel destination?

I have always dreamed of going to Italy, experiencing the culture, eating great food and learning more about my heritage.

What is your prize possession?

Most of the girls at Vixen® and my clients will know the answer to this one is my dog Ziggy. I am a HUGE animal lover and my dog means the absolute world to me! He’s an english bulldog/sharpei mix and he is by far my prized possession.

What is the first thing you would do if you won the lottery?

I would pick up the phone call my boyfriend/parents and brother, probably cry tears of joy for a good while and then tell them I’ve bought them houses, cars and a vacation. I would give back to them all of the amazing things that they have given me, and of course, go on the biggest shopping spree of my life!

What simple things that make you smile?

Hmm, where to begin…
1. Having clients tell me how amazing I have made them feel through my esthetic services
2.Teaching our newer Vixens skills/tricks
3.Coming home to my dog waiting by the door for me
4. I get total joy out of baking! There is nothing better than the smell of fresh baked goodies!

Book with Jessica Today

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The word “manicure/pedicure” derives from Latin: manus for “hand”, “Pedis” which means “of the foot” and cura for “care.”  Manicures have been around for over 4000 years, and for good reason. The history of pedicures dates back to ancient Egypt. A carving of a pharaoh’s official was noted as representing pedicures and manicures.

Manicures and Pedicures have become a staple of beauty and expression.  What you don’t know is that Manicures and Pedicures do have numerous health benefits as well.
Having a professional manicure and pedicure performed regularly is necessary for maintaining your overall nail health.

Here are some known benefits of Manicures & Pedicures

• Prevention of nail diseases and disorders
• Ingrown nail prevention, especially toenails
• Prevention of nail fungus growth
• Nail thickening & brittle nails
• Promote growth of short bitten nails
• Improves the overall look of your hands & feet

Here are some unknown benefits of Manicures & Pedicures

• Foot Massage – The foot massage that comes with most pedicure services helps to stimulate circulation in the feet, which is important for your overall foot health.  This can reduce pain and help your body distribute heat during cold months.
• Callus Removal – The removal of calluses on the feet can prevent the formation of pressure points from uneven weight distribution.  This will prevent future shoulder and back problems caused by misalignment.
• Relaxation – Manicures & Pedicures are mainly utilized for appearance purposes but equally as important is the relaxation aspect.  The 1 – 2 hour time out produce unseen benefits similar to mini vacation.  See our Spa Packages.
• Mental Health – It is a known fact that manicures and pedicures are proven de-stressors, therefore improving mental cognitive thinking and awareness.

Maintenance is key; although access to personal care is so easy these days because of discount nail salons, you must be aware of sanitization.  It makes no sense trying to maintain the health benefits and to end up with health risks.  At Vixen Nails & Spa we use hospital grade sanitization products ensuring a safe environment for our clients.  For more questions see our FAQ’s.

Our hands and our feet are the parts of our body we use everyday for movement and human interaction, therefore it only makes sense to maintain and enhance them for optimal health.

At Vixen® Nails & Spa we believe when you take care of yourself you will take care of everything else.  Self-care isn’t just about looking good it’s feeling good too.

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