Welcome to Melina's Vancouver Day Spa

Discover professional care for Hair and Nails in a Vancouver BC Day Spa. Wow! How to keep up with today’s beauty era is so demanding... especially in Vancouver! There are so many options a girl just doesn't know what to do. But don't worry, we have you covered, the first order of business is to find a Beauty Artist you can work with. Ask around at the school or office or when shopping around... if you see a Spa Salon that catches your eye go in, get a feel for their style, someone is sure to help you get started with a recommendation. But if you are downtown Vancouver you must discover melina beauty salon.

When I see a woman that has amazing nails or hair to die for I always ask for the artists name and number. If you aren't sure what you would like to have done make an appointment for a consultation. If the beauty specialist won't offer some options and explanations of maintenance they might not be the fit for you. Finding someone who will take the time to properly consult with you is worth the time spent. You will know within a few minutes if they are best for you.

Ultimately, hair care is the most important part in a successful salon and Vancouver has many of them. If a client doesn’t leave with beautiful, healthy hair, not only are they unlikely to be satisfied, they probably won’t return.  It is also extremely important that you can go home and be able to style it yourself. There is nothing worse than not being able to do to your hair that the stylist has done when you leave, so always ask questions.

Each nail is composed of a root (or matrix) a body and edge. The root remains within a fold of skin, the body is exposed and the edge is free portion of the underlying skin. The body and the edge make up the hardened nail plate. New cells evolve from the root and from under the body of nail. As these die, they become a part of the hardened nail plate, which is rich in calcium and fibrous protein, known as Keratin. New cells evolve from the root and from under the body of nail. As these die, they become a part of the hardened nail plate, which is rich in calcium and fibrous protein, known as Keratin.

The condition of nails is a signal of general health, both psychological and physical. A severe or traumatic illness can cause nail growth to slow down temporarily. Lack of iron can make the nails depressed and spoon shaped. The best cure is to keep the nails short and apply nourishing lotion at night. Regular manicures (and a balanced diet) make fingernails strong.

Here are a few pointers and secrets to help you in the home that every woman should know.

Dos and Don’ts of healthy hair:

• Choose brushes and combs with widely spaced and smooth tipped bristles and teeth to avoid the risk of splitting hairs and scratching the scalp.

• Wash combs and brushes in shampoo or soap at least once a week

• Always rinse your hair thoroughly.

• Use a conditioner to smooth the outer surface of the hair, which is roughened by washing.

• Apply extra conditioner when using a hairdryer, rollers, or tongs.

• Always try a temporary rinse first, before you risk using permanent color.

• Go to a professional colorist for permanent dyeing or bleaching.

Hair Rules to Live By

A little planning and preventive measures can help you avoid the common sun and surf damage of faded hair color, fragile, brittle or dry hair and yucky split ends. Check out the hair rules to live by.

1. Hairstyle to suit your face. The shorter your forehead, the longer your bangs should be. Round faces benefit from long straight lines added around the face. A chin-length bob with minimum layering is a great option. The Square & Pear shapes do well with chin length bobs. If you have a double chin keep the hair around your face above chin level to draw the eyes upwards.

2. Protect your hair, as well as your skin, from the sun.  Unprotected hair can fry in UVA and UVB rays resulting in a head full of straw-like strands that may take months to repair. Use a sunscreen on hairline parts.  Lip balm will also work.

3. Product buildup can make hair dull. To completely remove residue from hair, combine equal amounts of baking soda and shampoo.  Let set for five minutes.
   
   

4. Occasionally shampoo hair with mild dish washing detergent to get rid of product buildup.

5. Rough towel drying can be damaging. First, gently squeeze out excess moisture, and then pat dry with a towel.                               

6. Don't smile when the hairdresser is cutting your bangs.  Smiling raises your forehead, and your bangs may be cut too short.
   
   
   
7. Don't cross your legs during cutting.  It will make you sit unevenly, and one side of your hair may end up longer than the other.    

8. Don't try to style soaking wet hair. it can tear your hair. Get it 80 percent dry first.  

9. Hold your head upside down while drying for extra lift. Using hair dryer too often could dry your hair and scalp out. And if used inexpertly, it could even burn your hair. Be sure to keep moving the dryer throughout.                 

10. A vent brush will give your hair more volume.

11. Tease your hair with a toothbrush or baby comb.  The small bristles will add a lot of volume to small sections of hair.

12. Use a ponytail to create an instant face-lift. One thing to keep in mind is to find a style that you enjoy. There is no point is selecting "the perfect style" if it is impossible to maintain or you don't enjoy wearing.               

13. Reactivate a style by spraying it with spring water. If your hair has become dry during the day, spray with water to dampen it slightly, then work over with your palm in rotating movements. This will lift the roots and provide instant volume and body. For added height, gently backcomb the crown area, smooth and spray lightly with setting spray.               

14. Never wash hair with hot water.               

15. Always use a metal core brush to dry hair.  The metal locks in heat to make hair dry faster, and tames and polishes hair by smoothing cuticles.

The days of acrylic are behind us for the most part. Fiberglass and gel are natural looking alternatives. You can use different colors of fiberglass to create some interesting effects. If you choose, you may have polish applied or leave it off. Different styles of tips with designs and all sorts of colors are a fun change.
Now is a great time to take advantage of the latest trends in nails. Also see before you get started if the nail tech guarantees their work. You wouldn’t want to go home and have a few fall off not being able to get them repaired ASAP without paying again. Melina Day Spa in Vancouver will always make sure your nails are properly cared for.