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A Look at Acrylic Nails

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A Look At Step By Step Acrylic Nails

Many women opt for artificial nails rather than natural. Some women prefer them because of their durability and strength, while others adore them for their length and beauty. No matter the reason, artificial nails are a commitment that also need maintenance about every two weeks to look their best. Whether this is your first time having acrylic nails applied, or you’re just curious about the process, the following step by step acrylic nails instructions may help you decide if they’re right for you.

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Clean and Trim

Before an artificial tip can be applied, the natural nail bed has to be clean and dry. If you visit a professional manicurist, your nails will be filed, and your cuticles will be pushed back with an implement known as a cuticle pusher. Dead cuticle debris will then be removed from the edge with a cuticle nipper. Removing the old cuticle and pushing it back will create a more attractive nail bed and will also help nails look longer. Once the nail bed is clean and dry, nail tips may be applied.

Tips or No Tips?

For women who are satisfied with their natural nail length, applying an artificial tip may not be necessary. The gel and powder can be applied directly over the nail bed to strengthen and thicken the natural nail. For those opting for length, a faux nail tip is the next step. The nail tip that best matches your nail shape and width will be used.
The tips that are used can range from traditional white through to patterned and glitter tips. These look really stunning, and as the artwork is on the tips the look is uniformed to complete an even look.

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Applying Liquid and Powder

Once the nail tip is selected, it’s time to adhere the tip to the nail bed. Two small glass jars will normally hold both the monomer (liquid) and the polymer (powder) acrylic for easy access and application. The manicurist will then dip a small brush into both formulas and apply a small bead of acrylic on the nail and tip, working quickly to build up and blend the two nails (natural and tip). This is the most difficult part of artificial nail application. If the formulas are applied incorrectly, the nail may appear lumpy, too thick, or crooked.

Hygiene and Cleaning

It has been in the media often about some clinics substandard cleaning of utensils and equipment. Our advise to you ask about the sterilization of tools and to look to see if a new clean set of brushes and tools are used each time you arrive. 

Wow Them On Your Wedding Day!

Weddings are all about you…..

Come and let us nurture you and support you so you can enjoy this 

amazing and exciting time whilst looking the best you can….

We have four great packages for you to choose from which will take

you though the emotional journey before your wedding day..

1. The Princess Bride Package ( 9 months of preparation time)

2.The Glowing Bride Package ( 6 months of preparation time)

3. The Radiant Bride Package ( 3 months of preparation time)

4. The Blushing Bride Package (6 weeks of preparation time)

You will have weekly facials, salon products to suit your skin type, 

regular spray tans (so your skin looks natural not yellow), expert

eyebrow treatments to frame your  face, eyelash perming & tinting

so when you are in the shower or spa with your beloved,

and your mascara doesn’t run down your face.

Relaxing massages and body scrubs to enhance your natural glow.

Pedicures and manicures so your toes and hands and finger nails are

looking the best they can when you show off your sparkling rings.

Make-up trials so not only will you look great on the wedding day,

you can go on your hens night looking great also!

We listen and guide you through these experiences so you will be 

looking as naturally beautiful with or without makeup. 

We can also  include up to

THREE FREE nights accommodation

of your choice so you can have a wonderful

honeymoon…

Call Sharon today 8536 8366 

to book in for your free wedding package consultation

and start on your wonderful journey NOW!!

85368 366 Give yourself the best experience you can

as you will never have this time again…


February already?!

We trust you have all had a nice a relaxing start to the New Year! If your anything like us you can’t believe we are already half way through February! *Gasp* There goes our new years resolution of slowing things down this year! But now that we have settled into the year we have taken a deep breath and starting to relax again now we are in the flow of ‘normal life’ out of the ‘crazy festive season’. We hope all of you that received our amazing Christmas Pamper Packs will be seeing us soon to chill out with us.

We would  like to welcome our new qualified Nail Technician, Andrea Freer to our salon. Andrea will be working with us two days a week, specializing in acrylic nails and introducing us to a new product, Prescription Nails. A revolutionary new nail enhancement system, custom fitted overlay nails which can be matched perfectly to most natural nail shapes. No Toxic chemicals, No toxic fumes, virtually No filing or dust, No more refills, instead they are soaked off and you get a new fresh set, therefore, No damage to your nail bed! For superior, beautiful, strong, natural looking nails, there really is nothing better! Call us for more information or to book your appointment with Andrea now.

Our new Strath Loyalty Card offer is upon us. With any 3 single waxing services in one visit, on presentation of your Strath Card you receive your 3rd service 1/2 price! Remember, here at Bodysense we specialise in XXX waxing. You also get to enter the draw for your chance to win $300.

Last week we were finally able to welcome IS Innovative Skincare into our salon! One our first items on our ‘to do’ list was Skin Rejuvenation, with Sharon being the first to put her hand up and start her sessions. Skin Rejuvenation is really a combination of treating pigmentation and mild vascular conditions. Besides evening out skin colour you will notice an improvement in the skin’s tone and texture and there may even be some skrinkage of pore size and fine lines.  IS use non-ablative rejuvenation with intense pulsed light, which produces a dermal healing response without injury to the epidermis, this causes stimulation of fibroblasts when encourage the formation of collagen. In other words, it helps your skin remodel fine lines and wrinkles, plump your skin and gives you a better skin tone and texture. Now who doesn’t want to achieve these kind of results? Usually suggested is a course of 6 treatments 4-6 weeks apart, as the remodelling of collagen is a slow process the full effect of your treatments might not be seen until 3months after your final visit. For more information about skin rejuvenation, other treatments Innovative Skincare offer, to book a consulation or appointment or just to have a look at the effects of Sharon’s treatments don’t hesitate to contact us on 8536 8366 or visit us at 2 Catherine St, Strathalbyn.

Have a great week, enjoy the weather and remember to retreat and relax at Bodysense By Shaz!

Christmas Gift Package Idea

professional massageBuy a $149 Gift Certificate and receive up to $122 FREE!

And just for being a good friend you will receive a bonus $20 Gift Voucher for yourself!

30min Indian Head Massage Valued @ $40

Deeply relaxing seated, back, neck, shoulders and head massage. Indian head massage is especially good for relieving stress, tension, fatigue, insomnia, headaches, migraine and sinusitis. Clients report that the experience is deeply calming and relaxing, leaving them feeling energized and revitalized and better able to concentrate.

30 min Back Massage Valued @ $50

Whether you are looking for a relaxing massage, suffering from headaches due to stress or requiring treatment to recover from a sporting injury, or motor vehicle accident, we can help you.

Sun Radiance Facial 30mins Valued @ $40

Double cleanse + Skin exfoliation + Hot towel treatment + Masque treatment + luxurious hand massage + moisture balance

Skin Analysis Valued @ $35

Lash Tint Valued @ $21

Professional Eye brow Shape Valued @ $25

Eye Treatment Valued @ $30

Paraffin Treatment for hands Valued @ $30

Luxurious mango & peach scented paraffin, warmed to enclose your hands enabling the moisturiser to penetrate better. Helps to enhance and moisten skin of your hands.

HURRY! Only 36 Gift Certificates are available!

Our Guarantee: Your Loved One will be DELIGHTED or your money back!

Extra Flair for the Festive Season!

Spice up your nails with some creative nail art to stand out from the crowd. Whether you prefer just one nail, every nail or your toe nails decorated. Using nail decals, rhinestones, striping tape and polish we can create an individual look to suit you. Costs starting from $1 per nail. *Please note when booking for appointment let us know to allow for extra time.*

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Nails – Acrylic and Prescription

  • Full Set Blush                        $63.00
  • Blush Refills                           $42.00
  • French Tips                           $73.50
  • French Refills                       $50.50
  • Full Set Glitter                      $82.00
  • Glitter Refills                         $56.00
  • Party Tips                               $25.00
  • Overlays                                 $50.50
  • Buff & Polish                          $25.00
  • Repairs                                    $ 8.50
  • File & paint                            $13.50
  • Removals                               $34.00
  • Prescriptions                       $65.00

Heavenly Hands and Fantastic Feet Package (2 hrs)

Enjoy the pleasure of deluxe foot treatments in our
massaging Pedispa including nail and cuticle care,
exfoliation, for tired and chapped feet. Receive a relaxing
leg massage finishing with polish leaving you walking on
air. Continue the experience with a luxurious hand
treatment, nail and cuticle care and exfoliation, warm
paraffin bath to soften and soothe dry skin, relaxing hand
massage, finishing with polish.

120min     $130.00

Top and Toe Tantalizing Treat (2 hrs)

Enjoy the pleasure of deluxe foot treatments in our
massaging Pedispa including nail and cuticle care,
exfoliation, for tired and chapped feet. Receive a relaxing
leg massage finishing with polish leaving you walking on
air. Continue the experience with a Stress Relieving Facial
incorporating lymphatic movements to release stress and
impurities. This whole treatment will ensure your true
relaxation.

120mins       $140.00

Hollywood Woman Make Over (2 hrs)

Surrender yourself to the indulgences of the Hollywood
stars. Let your face soak in the delights of a Deluxe
facial. Highlight your eyes with an eyebrow wax and an
eyelash tint to enhance your lashes. Soak and enjoy the
deluxe massaging Pedispa with a full pedicure and finish
with your nails tidied with an express manicure.

120mins          $199.00

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