Bellezza Newsletter

Brides and Weddings
Its the most wonderful time of your life! Planning a wedding should be fun and exciting, though sometimes there are situations that are out of our control. This makes your new life somewhat stressful. I've gone through the wedding process. I know what it is like to prepare a seating chart, a guest list, and pick out bridesmaid gowns. Shoes, shoes, shoes!!!! When picking our shoes for bridesmaids . . . it's not the same as the shoe shopping spree we all know and love!!

The staff at Bellezza has awards for their hairstyling, make-up techniques, and formal updo hairstyling. Our work has been in a Goldwell National 2002 publication. I travel to New York City every month for the latest on fashion, accessories, handbags, cosmetics and more. I have some beautiful attendant gifts and jewelry!!! I'm very eager to sit with you and do what I can to help prepare the most memorable day of your life! I can promise you that I will make your visit fun and enjoyable. You may contact me for an appointment at: www.bellezzabeauty.com or through our Bridal Consultant, Sarah.

Thank you,

Connie
Colleen Marcella

What's New in Hair Color?
Peak-a-boo Highlights
Peak-a-boo highlights are a new trendy technique of highlighting your hair. They allow you to have a natural and dramatic look all at the same time. The placement of the highlight will effect how much color you are willing to show. The movement of the hair design will determine how dramatic the look will be. Of course, the choice of colour plays an exciting part in a peak-a-boo. Highlights are placed within the mid-section of the head allowing the top layer of the hair to fall over the highlighted pieces, creating dimension and uniqueness.

Feng Shui
Feng Shui is an ancient Asian belief. Feng Shui involves the flow of energy to create balance and harmony in one's life. The concepts of Feng Shui are implemented into the art of hair design. It is the art of whimsical placement. The styling team has learned different Feng Shui hair techniques that give the hair movement with invisible layers. Straight lines can be a conduit for hardness with a negative reaction if not applied to the appropriate personality. Where as, a layered haircut may convey softness, breeziness and approachability. The hair is shaped and cut into endless design possibilities. It can be used on many different hair types. It is how we apply it while acknowledging the natural movement, texture, density, porosity, and of course, the needs and desires that fit our personalities and lifestyles.

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Elumen Hair Color - A New Generation of Hair Color
Superior Technology Illuminating Hair
It is the color we've been waiting for! A revolutionary new hair color from Goldwell combining ultra-vibrant colors with ultimate shine and permanent durability. This high performance, oxidant-free no lift color is quite unique. Elumen is a direct dye pigment that will color hair effectively and gently without stress to the hair. No peroxide, no ammonia = no hair damage. This new hair color will leave your hair in better condition than ever before. Elumen's repair effect improves hair structure and provides outstanding shine. Its durability can out-last all conventional hair color.

Straight Hair Revolution
Immediate results with permanent benefits! A new salon service to smooth, straighten and shine wavy, curly or frizzy hair. Thermal Straightening reconditions hair and restructures the cuticle so hair lies perfectly straight with brilliant shine. Unlike conventional relaxers that only alter the hair shape, we can now transform the texture as well.Therefore eliminating frizz. Now you'll spend less time on your hair and use fewer hot tools. The whole process takes three to five hours and lasts five to six months.

Little Princesses
The news is out!! We now have Teen Night. The first Tuesday of each month we offer an exciting night of fun and beauty for teens. We had our first teen night and the buzzword is out. Book your appointments for your little Teen Princesses. We guarantee they will be happy and parents will be delighted too!! . . . All Teens 13-19 years old must have I.D... All Teens will receive a consultation on hair and make-up... All Teen Music...
Special teen pricing - 20% off (not to be combined with any other offers)

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Face Facts:
Make Way for Younger-Looking Skin
We all know that regular facials are the key to beautiful skin. But an appointment with the esthetician is often the first thing off our lists when a hectic schedule intervenes. So just how important is that 60 minutes? And do our professional skin care needs change with age? Having a facial after a day at work is a delight. You can relax, and do something good for your skin and for yourself as well. We must take care of our skin and our selves before we can take care of someone else . . .

Age 20's Common Problems: Oily skin, blackheads and enlarged pores, lack of hydration. Deep pore cleansing is essential at this age, as is rehydration of the skin. There is a greater production of sebum, which can cause blackheads.
Recommended Facial: Once a month, Bioelements Decongestant Cleaner, T-Zone Monitor or Breakout Control.

Age 30's Common problems: Slow cell regeneration, dehydration dry patches of skin. Facials are necessary to promote cell regeneration and rehydration of the skin
Recommended Facial: Once a month, Bioelements Moisture Positive Cleaner, Cr?me Therapy.

Age 40's Common problems: Signs of aging such as wrinkles, slower circulation, slow cell regeneration. Facials should be more massage intensive to improve the circulation of the skin, and promote cell regeneration. A home care regime and protection is crucial.
Recommended Facial: Every three weeks, Bioelements Quick Refiner with Oxygen Cocktail.

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Smooth Take Off ! ! !
If you want to look cool by the pool take a good look at your legs, especially from your thighs all the way up to your bikini line. Waxing services use warm honey wax, and even sugar to denude your skin of hair. The popular method creates a silky smooth surface, preventing even a hint of stubble from appearing for several days. A Brazilian Wax, inspired by the sun kissed beauties of Copacabana beaches, "leaves only about a pinkie's width of hair to ensure that nothing peeks out from your thong bikini," explains Connie Marcella, owner of Bellezza Salon and Spa. Whether you want a modest clean-up along your inner thighs or you just bought a skimpy two piece suit and can plainly see what needs to be done, Marcella recommends following the simple rules for a successful waxing experience.

1. Skip the caffeine prior to your waxing appointment since this can lead to pain sensitivity.
2. Lightly exfoliate your skin on the days leading up to your waxing appointment, but not on the day of your actual appointment.
3. Do not tan or otherwise overexpose your skin to U/V rays the same week of the waxing.
4. Moisturize your skin, but do not apply a heavy moisturizer the day of the waxing service since this can inhibit the wax from sticking to your skin.
5. If you are getting a bikini shaping, forget about wearing your best La Perla panties to your appointment, and ditto for your bathing suit bottom.

For best results, and the least amount of discomfort, Marcella advises that you make your waxing appointments 18 to 28 days apart, depending on how rapidly your hair grows. And for men, back waxing is more popular than you think. For as little as $30.00 and a half hour of your time, your back will be smooth.

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Fashion Focus
Fashion goes 50's style with charming pastel hued pieces. Revive classic lady-like style with color and detail. Combinations are a big hit this year. Think of navy and pink, black and white. Think of every shade of blue you can imagine. White is also popular. Yes, you may wear a white mini skirt suit! Mini skirts and printed capris are the sexiest spring style.

Flatter Your Shape
To enhance curves try a fitted flared pant with a feminine wrap style top. To create a waist, look for trendy wide belts. To conceal thighs look for a flowing, tiered, below the knee full skirt and a low cut neckline to draw eyes up. To look taller, look for a dress with a deep v-neckline to lengthen your torso. To create curves try a racer-back that accentuates your shoulders and shows off your hips. To conceal stomach, wear flat front pant or cargo and avoid any type of fitted top. Sleeveless button up tops are flattering.

The shoe - instead of plain pumps try heels with ankle straps and cutout designs.
The bag - instead of leather, try a oversized straw handbag.
The basic pieces of clothing - print cargo pants + bright top + sundress + aviators sunglasses = Spirited Work-to-Weekend Style.

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Spring 2001