Did you know that you can get a 50 percent decrease in the risk of melanoma, the deadliest form of skin cancer, when sunscreen is applied daily? (Source: Journal of Clinical Oncology) We all know how important it is in preventing premature wrinkles but for the sake of your health, wearing sunscreen is a must.
Here’s four things you need to know about sunscreen to ensure you’re getting the best protection for your skin.
1. Apply your sunscreen generously. In order for SPF to truly protect the skin and prevent the harmful UV rays from damaging the skin, the formula has to be applied generously or it will not provide adequate protection.
2. High SPF does not mean high protection. With so many companies launching high SPF number sunscreens, it creates a lot of confusion as to which number is the best in protecting the skin. Did you know that an SPF 30 offers only 4% more protection than an SPF 15 and an SPF 45 offers just 2% more? High SPF number sunscreens like an SPF 50 or 100 can give people a false sense of protection and therefore may not be applied generously enough to do its job
3. Sunscreen built into your foundation makeup is not enough. If you apply a regular non-SPF moisturizer to the face and then apply a foundation with an SPF over it, the sunscreen in the makeup has a difficult time penetrating through the moisturizer to effectively coat and protect the skin cells. Try to use a sunscreen moisturizer directly on the skin first to adequately deliver the specified SPF and then apply foundation makeup with sunscreen.
4. Sunscreens degrade from sunlight and your skin’s natural oil. Many sunscreen formulas degrade with exposure to UV light. The daily oil produced on the skin (especially on the nose which is the oiliest area of the face) can also cause sunscreen to breakdown. This is why reapplying sunscreen every few hours is so necessary.
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If you’re seeking healthier, clearer and more beautiful skin, facials are a must. Here’s 8 reasons why!
1. Expert Skin Analysis
The benefits of getting your skin analyzed through professional facials are that your consultant will see you without makeup to reveal your true skin complexion. This allows the consultant to cater to your unique needs through professional treatments and suggest the best products for your home care routine.
2. Professional Strength Exfoliation…
The exfoliation is specifically catered towards your skin type so that it will leave you with results that smooth the skin, increase cellular turnover, soften lines, and break up skin discoloration to promote more even-toned skin.
3. Intensive Hydration
Every skin type needs hydration. It does not matter if you have oily, acne prone skin, or dry and flakey skin, your skin cells are like fish and need water to survive. In order to maintain healthy skin it is imperative to keep it hydrated. With oilier skin types, the face tends to produce more oil when moisture is lacking which is the opposite of your intention and need. Oily skin needs moisture, but the moisture it’s seeking is water, not oil. Hydrated skin is healthy skin and a facial will help to regulate the proper moisture level for whatever skin type you may be.
4. Increase Circulation to Encourage a Glow
There is no doubt that when blood circulation slows, the skin’s health is impaired. Aging leads to slowed circulation, which inevitably results in dull, tired looking skin. A benefit of facial massages and steam is that both processes help to increase blood flow and this increase in circulation brings new nutrients to the skin. The new nutrients in the skin allow and encourage a youthful radiance and glow to surface in the face.
5. Stress Release
Aside from the various skin benefits facials offer, facials are extremely relaxing and immediately de-stresses you physically and psychologically. Imagine a room with dim lighting, and soft music. Then add on a neck or shoulder massage. This is the ideal environment to completely relax and unwind, and it is the general description of a basic facial. Studies show that stress can lead to unhealthy skin, so what’s a better way to eliminate stress and promote healthy skin, than a facial?
6. Problem Solve
Whether it’s dry skin, brown spots, redness, irritation, or inflamed acne, a good facial is always customized to focus on what your skin needs to help solve your skin problems. If your skin is dry then he or she will suggest lipid increasing ingredients to repair your skin’s protective barrier to reduce dryness. Facials are always geared to problem solve and the level of your facial’s intensity is contingent on the severity of your skin’s problem. By using the right combination of ingredients, we can really create change in the skin to improve your skin’s appearance to achieve your greatest complexion.
7. Professional Advice
During your consultation, you have a chance to ask questions that you have been curious about. Part of getting a facial is receiving a lesson from experts, on how to care for your skin properly. This “lesson” includes which products will work best for your skin type and you will learn how to care for your skin at home so you can maintain the results of your facial.
8. Because You Deserve It!
Women tend to spend an exceptional amount of time caring for the people in their lives. Caring for the people you love is rewarding, but at times it can be mentally exhausting. Take just a couple of hours to yourself to do something that you won’t be required to share with anyone else. A facial is just for you and will give you time to re-energize and clear your mind. Nourish your soul and pamper your skin in just a few blissful hours at the spa down the street!
Since the breakouts are few and far between, it’s normal to question why you’ll have perfectly clear skin for weeks and then one day a blemish will form. Is it from stress? Is it from not washing your face? Is it diet related? The answer is not an easy one but if you still get occasional acne blemishes, ask yourself these questions:
1.Do you touch your face a lot?
This may come as a surprise, but subconsciously touching your face all day makes it quickly become the dirtiest part of your body. While it’s important to wash your skin every night, it’s much better to try to prevent your hands from touching your face unnecessarily.
2.Have you been eating more dairy than normal lately?
When you develop cystic breakouts (those hard, painful, underground blemishes that linger for weeks) on the chin, jaw line and neck area, it might be a sign that you’re getting more dairy in your diet than your body can tolerate. Your skin acts as an excretory system to get rid of things that your body is not in agreement with, so when you get too much dairy, it is by nature harder to digest and can come out in the form of cystic blemishes in the lower area of the face. Try Detoxify by Planet Beach to get all the junk out of your system!
3.Have you been under tremendous stress?
Stress not only effects acne flare-up. In general, it worsens the overall skin condition. It induces the adrenal glands into overproduction of cortisol, a steroid, which in turn makes sebaceous glands produce more oil and make skin extra oily. Thus the reason why in stressful periods, people experiencing an increase in acne get more inflamed, puss-filled papules than simple whiteheads or blackheads.
4.Have you flown on a plane recently in the last three days?
Flying on an airplane can throw skin out of whack. The cabins of airplanes have extremely low humidity, which cause the skin to get extremely dehydrated. The dehydrated cells cause a buildup, which can trap oil underneath the skin resulting in post-flight breakouts. Purify by Planet Beach can help pull out the build up and Replenish by Planet Beach will help the skin hold onto moisture on a daily basis
5.Have the weather temperatures been fluctuating from day to day?
When the season is changing and the weather is warm one day and cold the next, it can wreak havoc on the skin, leaving it confused, unbalanced, and prone to blemishes. This is a time to adjust your skin care routine slightly, not go for a major overhaul. Many people feel like they need to switch their entire routine to acne products, but that’s over-compensating and will only leave your skin dried out and irritated. A great way to address the sudden breakouts is to temporarily switch to products using Salicylic Acid like our pbRenew Clear.
6.Do you not wash your skin at night?
Oil on the skin makes for a breeding ground of bacteria, and bacteria will cause blemishes. Sleeping with not only your makeup on, but also the addition of oil, dirt and debris that has built up on the skin during the day, can absolutely trigger new blemishes. The #1 reason why someone won’t wash his or her face at night is out of exhaustion. But, you really must do it. It’s that simple.
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Planet Beach Franchising Corporation was recently highlighted in the July 2014 issue of Entrepreneur magazine as one of the top 15 evolving franchises in the world for the way it has developed new ways to do business in a business model that traditionally not known for evolving.
Started in 1996, Planet Beach began as a traditional tanning salon that excelled at customer service. Noticing the social and governmental changes headed it’s way in regards to UV-tanning, CEO and Founder Stephen P. Smith came up with the idea of transitioning to an automated spa that gives clients all the services found in a traditional day spa at the push of a button without the need for an attendant.
“Franchisees love that our concept keeps labor costs to a minimum and clients love that they can get in and out in a fraction of the time and money spent at other spas,” Smith said. “We have redefined the spa experience and the proven that Planet Beach can offer affordable luxury around the world.”
The spa industry is a continually changing business. Rising customer demands have sparked significant increases in revenue and spa visits as consumers make spa services part of their regular personal wellness regimens. Planet Beach pioneered the recipe for success, as it was the first company to challenge the concept of the traditional day spa by introducing fully automated spa services. Planet Beach also offers a membership driven business model with low labor costs and no competition.
“Planet Beach has proven to be a smart business investment for our franchisees as we continue to offer customers what they want—a new, convenient and affordable luxurious way to improve wellness and reduce stress,” said Smith. “Our concept has positioned the company for continued success and we expect accelerated growth over the next few years and beyond.”
The time is fast approaching for the kiddos to start heading back to school! Although some of them may dread going back and are wishing for a longer summer, as parents, it’s a bittersweet time.
Here are some tips on how to make going back to school easier for them as well as you!
- Make the first day special! Make a special breakfast, like chocolate chip waffles or pancakes, and give them a special treat in their lunch! Perhaps a homemade brownie or cookie!
- When you take them school supply shopping, splurge for the folders that have their favorite characters on them! They will be way more excited about schoolwork if it involves things they love! If you don’t want to spend the money on those folders as they can get a bit expensive, at least get the basic ones in their favorite color(s).
- Prepare meals ahead of time, there are plenty of great meals that you can make and plan for the whole week! It makes the mornings run a little smoother and gets them out the door on time!
- Take a little time for YOU! Sending the kids back to school can be a stressful time. Our Massage Chairs, HydroMassage and AquaMassage can work out all those kinks from carrying school supply bags and built up tension from staying up late helping with homework!
Using these tips will make going back to school a little easier for everyone and the kids won’t dread it so much!
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Recently we had a customer begin their health and wellness routine at the recently opened Planet Beach Turkey Creek in Tennesse. We are pleased to say she has received amazing results thus far. Don’t believe us, read her testimony for yourself!
“My name is Ruth LeBon and I am 62 years old. My daughter and I met [franchisee] Nina Morgan at an Expo exhibit. That same week we visited Planet Beach. After trying the Dream Wave, I was hooked and signed up for a membership on the spot. I had never done anything without speaking it over with my husband and I prayed I didn’t make a mistake.
In April, I started to go to Planet Beach every spear moment I had! I thank the Lord for such an awesome gift. You see, I suffer with Fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis and severe migraines. I also have panic attacks. Due to several life happenings, I was anxious and full of stress. My blood pressure was higher than normal and I also have a heart condition. I was a mess and gaining weigh.
I was about 150 lbss and last May I had my physical. or the first time in years, my blood pressure is 120/70. This is without meds! I have more energy. I’m walking two miles at a time. Oh, did I mention I couldn’t sleep much? If I got three hours without waking, it was a good night. Well, last week I slept a full seven hours straight. This is quite exciting to me. The only headaches I am getting now are those pressure ones due to the weather. I am eating well again and I have the desire to do things. I can go without pain a day or so.
When I started attending the spa, my pain level was an average of 8-10. Now it’s an average of 4. I am a new person! The other day I went to the doctors with my husband for his appointment and the doc did a double take! My countenance was so different. I give the credit to my Heavenly Father for He is my ultimate healer. Oh, I didn’t say the really good part! I’m down to 133 lbs. I feel the best I have in over seven years. I am stress free, depression free and I feel like my old self, again. I thought I would never see that Ruth again. I owe it to this wonderful place the Lord has gifted me with. He has chosen Planet Beach to continue the healing in me.
The choice to sign up for the Planet Beach spa was definitely not a mistake.”
– Ruth LeBon
Member, Planet Beach Turkey Creek
There you have it! Planet Beach is dedicated to helping our customers look and feel their very best! Stop by your neighborhood Planet Beach today to see what kind of dramatic changes you can make to your health and wellness.
Planet Beach is excited to announce the opening of the first Planet Beach automated spa in Cairo, Egypt. Planet Beach Cairo has strategically partnered with Gold’s Gym to ensure a strong and consistent member base.
The unique partnership between Planet Beach and Gold’s Gym is seen to serve both customer bases well. After a strong workout, members can walk over to Planet Beach to get a quick hydration or massage session in before heading out to enjoy their day.
While the spa industry in Egypt is booming, most spas are located in four- or five-star hotels, which makes it very expensive. Planet Beach offers affordable luxury to those wanting to relax and achieve a healthy glow or rejuvenate their skin.
Battoul Shamsi, Spa Director of Planet Beach Cairo, has worked for Planet Beach since 2010, when the first Planet Beach opened in Egypt. Shamsi graduated with a degree in fashion and design; however, she fell in love with the Planet Beach concept and was excited to begin her journey to become a Spa Director and expand the concept in Egypt. “Planet Beach is the only automated spa in Egypt. It is also the only membership based spa,” Shamsi Stated.
Planet Beach Cairo is celebrating their soft opening and plans to be fully operational by the beginning of September. For now, Gold’s Gym members can enjoy complimentary HydroMassage, spray tanning and massage sessions. In September, Planet Beach begins selling memberships to the spa.
“I am so passionate about Planet Beach,” Shamsi went on to say, “I had the opportunity to attend training at the world headquarters in New Orleans, Louisiana, for one month before we opening our first spa. It was an amazing learning opportunity and I had so much fun.”
Planet Beach is not finished its expansion in Egypt. An automated spa is slated to open soon in Jeddah.
Planet Beach is giving back to the community with a fundraiser to benefit Annie’s Fight.
Annie Rossignol is a beautiful 7-year-old girl from Mandeville, LA. On September 4, 2012, she was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia. Annie’s Fight was set up to inform all whom are interested in helping support, donate, volunteer or raise money for Rossignol’s expenses. “We are thrilled to be able to make this donation,” said Stephen P. Smith, CEO of Planet Beach. “We hope to raise awareness of Annie’s situation and hopefully, create some momentum so that more people join the fight against Leukemia and Lymphoma.”
Along with Planet Beach, many other businesses and groups are selling bracelets, as well as t-shirts and necklaces to help support Rossignol. Planet Beach Elmwood is one of the south shore businesses selling bracelets. “I wanted to bring awareness to Annie and her battle against Leukemia,” said Jodie Mateu, Planet Beach Elmwood franchisee. “I pray for a cure that will allow Annie, and so many other children like her, a chance to live a normal, healthy and happy life.”
If you are interested in joining Annie’s Fight, please make donations to Capital One Bank, 3480 Emerald Road Mandeville, LA 70471. Checks should be made payable to Antoinette “Annie” Rossignol.
NASA first developed Red Light technology to grow plants in space, then later to treat wounds in space. Today Red Light Therapy is being used throughout the medical field to heal patients, and used in Planet Beach automated spa’s around the world to rejuvenate the skin. NASA continues to do research on using Red Light Therapy to help cancer patients and have stated that the technology does not cause any harm or side effects. Red Light Therapy is safe and pain free; in fact, Planet Beach members come away seeing results and feeling good after just one session.
What is Red Light Therapy?
Red Light Therapy is a technology that has both cosmetic and healing effects. The word “healing” is defined as “the natural process by which the body repairs itself.” That is exactly what happens when the body is exposed to Red Light wavelengths.
Red Light in wavelengths between 630-660 nm (nanometers) has the ability to penetrate deep into the layers of the skin, energizing fibroblast cells that make collagen and elastin production. This is how the skin repairs damage and rejuvenates the skin’s overall appearance. The visible benefits from Red Light Therapy such as reduced wrinkles and firmer skin may seem like just a cosmetic enhancement, but it actually is the result of the body healing itself. Red Light Therapy targets and treats the entire face and body because the treatment is done in a full-sized bed similar to a tanning bed. While the Red Light bed may look like a tanning bed, Red Light Therapy is not dangerous because it produces a wavelength way outside of the UV range. Red Light is often referred to as near infrared light, why? Because as demonstrated in the visible light chart, light from 600nm -750nm is near or close to infrared light. Infrared light is outside of the visual light spectrum meaning we cannot see this wavelength of light with the human eye.
What causes skin to age?
Fibroblast cells are found in the dermis layer of the skin and are responsible for fabricating collagen. During sun exposure, stress, and through the normal aging processes, fibroblasts cells slow their collagen production. As aging continues, the quality of collagen is lessened, wrinkling becomes deeper and skin looses its firmness.
What can I expect from Red Light Therapy treatments?
Treatments using red light will improve the appearance of skin tone and texture, control pigmentation spots, helps reduce the appearance of pore size, encourage vibrant, healthier-looking skin, and reduce the appearance of fine lines. Anti-aging Red Light Therapy stimulates circulation and repairs the elastin fibers within tissue to help keep skin firmer and tighter. Over time improved oxygenation and detoxification is achieved as the vascular walls of the skins small blood cells are strengthened, followed by improved natural repair and creation of healthy skin. Skin cells grow by 150% to 200% when exposed to Red Light Therapy. Skin texture and moisture level is also improved with this skin healing process.
Do I need to do anything before my sessions?
Simply shower so your skin is clean. You should also remove any makeup. We strongly recommend you pair with pbRenew®, our Planet Beach Red Light Therapy products, as they will accelerate and enhance your results.
How soon do results become noticeable?
Everyone’s results may vary, depending on their age and the condition of their skin. There are a few immediate changes to skin, such as helping the skin appear cleaner, brighter and tighter. Longer-term therapy results in improved appearance of skin tone and texture.
How often should I go?
This should be a commitment. Results will not be achieved in just a few sessions, or going “occasionally”. We strongly recommend 3 to 4 sessions per week for the first 12 weeks. Continuous use accelerates cellular activity and fuels the collagen and elastin process. After your first 12 weeks, we recommend 1-2 sessions per week thereafter.
Does Red Light Therapy treat acne, age spots, and sun damage?
Red Light helps remove the bacteria that causes acne and generates cellular activity that deals with age spots and sun damage. Anti-aging Red Light Therapy brightens skin and reduces the formation of pigmentation marks. Some people have had dramatic reductions in acne and acne scaring. Age spots require longer-term exposure and therapy.
Are Red Light treatments safe?
Red Light Therapy is completely safe. Red Light penetrates the tissue, delivering energy to stimulate a response from the body to heal itself.
How does Red Light Therapy differ from laser treatments?
Lasers use heat and concentrated light to vaporize or remove tissue. Red Light Therapy bed lamps produce no vaporization or burning of tissue, and therefore no inflammation or erythema. Red Light Therapy is one of the few non-invasive tools available that can reverse the appearance of aging skin, such as fine wrinkles and mottled skin tone.
How long do the results last?
Results depend on the length of treatment and the original conditions being treated. Skin rejuvenation is a dynamic process. If maintenance treatments are discontinued, natural expression lines will gradually return over the course of time, at which point re-treatment can be put in place.
Planet Beach Franchising Corporation has just announced its recent partnership with Marek Przezpolewski to launch its concept in Poland! It is because of Planet Beach’s successful business model that 28-year-old Marek Przezpolewski has decided to bring the automated spa concept to his home country. Currently a resident of both Miami and Poland, Przezpolewski studied International Business in Boca Raton, Florida and London, England.
“I am a current member of Planet Beach in Miami and I love the treatments,” said Przezpolewski. “I was very interested in bringing the Planet Beach concept to Poland. The Polish health and wellness market has similar concepts, but they are very expensive.”
Przezpolewski went on to say, “Poland only has 2 months of summer a year. Because of the climate, people cannot experience bright sunlight like they can in Miami. Planet Beach will be a great alternative for those looking to rejuvenate their skin and achieve a healthy glow while relaxing in a private room.”
According to a 2013 report on Euromonitor.com, spa development is still at an early stage in Poland. However, year after year, the industry experiences 8% growth. By introducing the Planet Beach membership concept to citizens of Poland, members will be able to enjoy unlimited automated spa services for a monthly fee.
The spa industry is a continually changing business. Rising customer demands have sparked significant increases in revenue and spa visits as consumers make spa services part of their regular personal wellness regimens. Planet Beach pioneered the recipe for success, as it was the first company to challenge the concept of the traditional day spa by introducing fully automated spa services at the push of a button without the need for an attendant. Planet Beach also offers a membership driven business model with low labor costs and no competition.
“Planet Beach has proven to be a smart business investment for our franchisees as we continue to offer customers what they want—a new, convenient and affordable luxurious way to improve wellness and reduce stress,” said Stephen Smith, CEO of Planet Beach. “Our concept has positioned the company for continued success and we expect accelerated growth over the next few years and beyond. We look forward to huge things in Europe for Planet Beach!”
Przezpolewski visited the New Orleans-based world headquarters yesterday to learn as much as he can about the company. His goal is to open two Planet Beach locations in Poland by the end of the year and one more at the beginning of 2015.
Have you ever wondered why Planet Beach is doing what we’re doing?
We are constantly changing and evolving to meet YOUR needs. Don’t believe us? Read on to learn about spa trends of the future..
- There as been a significant shift on the part of consumers toward wellness and preventive health. This includes an increased comfort level with med-spa procedures and incorporating this into prevention treatments and services. Consumers are now expecting a more proactive approach from spas in addressing environmental concerns. The holistic trend isn’t likely to disappear.
- New and innovative ways to relax and delivering services to promote business are on the increase.
- Consumers want to de-stress. Thus, spa menus should reflect this ongoing trend through their offerings. Meditation and relaxation massages are more prevalent than ever before, and this trend will continue well into the future. Detoxification and renewal programs are now in place to help alleviate stress which can lead to maladies such as asthma, cancer, ulcers, arthritis and numerous others.
- A trend toward the use of spas by the Generation X (born 1965-1980) and Generation Y (born 1981-1995). The X and Y generations view spa visits almost as a necessity in opposition to the Boomers who viewed it more as an indulgence.
- Consumers will continue to seek out value- added deals which may well include discounts on services. This is more likely to occur while the economy is suffering, but once it improves, spa pricing will not be quite as important as it will during the next 12 months.
Planet Beach is the leader in the automated spa industry. Offering everything you need to RELAX, GLOW and RENEW.
Come in and see for yourself, the FUTURE of spa automation.