Monthly Archives: February 2017

There are many different ways to improve yourself and feel your best. That can range from working out at the gym, to reading books, to applying makeup, and eating healthy. When people look good, they generally tend to feel good and show a boost in confidence. Many people are interested in eyelash extensions because they drastically change the way your eyes and lashes look. If you’ve always wanted longer lashes and hate applying falsies, you might want to consider eyelash extensions. If you are in El Paso or the surrounding areas, Selah Salon and Spa can take care of any needs you may have. Don’t suffer and wish you had amazing long lashes when you can head to your salon and get them today!

Don’t Wish, Just Make It Happen!

For most things in today’s world, there is no longer the need to wish. If there is something you want, you can go get it (within reason)! If you’ve never been a fan of your lashes and thought they were too short, you can now change that. Eyelash extensions are a great way to improve and enhance the look of your actual lashes. When you are getting ready for your wedding, a big event, or just because, lash extensions are a great option. First impressions are incredibly important and one of the first things someone will notice are your eyes. That being said, you may feel strongly about making sure they are on point. To do this, it is as simple as heading to your local or favorite salon.

Ditch The Mascara And Falsies

There are temporary ways to enhance your lashes such as using mascara and eyelash thickeners. However, with eyelash extensions, you will be getting something that is more permanent and lasting. You do have to get them filled, but not every day like when you use a mascara product. False lashes can be spendy and are also quite difficult to put on. Unless you are a pro with a ton of practice, chances are you will face some struggles when it comes to applying falsies. Save yourself the time, money, and frustration that comes with trying to get those things on straight!

Relax And Let Selah Take Care Of You

Lash extensions will literally give you a result that you cannot help but love and fangirl over. Going to the salon and spa is a great way to relax and getting extensions can add to your experience. Sit back and relax while a technician literally transforms your lashes into bold and beautiful! Chances are your salon might even give you refreshments and chill music too. Extensions can be somewhat customizable depending on where you get them and what products they offer. At Selah Salon and Spa, we offer Jo Mousselli’s Xtreme Lashes and they are absolutely amazing! They are semi-permanent synthetic lashes that give you a natural result you will love. With our experienced technicians, you will not be disappointed with the amazing end results. If you would like more information on eyelash extensions or the other services we offer, please don’t hesitate to contact us today!

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Let’s put it this way, you get a tune-up or an oil change on your car on a regular basis, right? This ensures that your car will continue to run at an optimal level. How about regular cleanings and vacuuming? You make sure that your car’s appearance and interior are looking good so you can enjoy a comfortable car. But, why don’t you treat your own body this good? A regular spa day which includes a facial and massage body treatment can be a good investment for several reasons. The benefits of treating yourself far outweigh the cost. And here at Selah Salon & Spa, we offer affordable prices.

The Benefits of a Good Facial

You may think you’re doing everything your skin needs with a daily cleansing and moisturizing. Both the truth is, your skin can use a bit more than that daily care. The outer layer of your skin will renew itself every 28 days. Skin cells are always replicating to replace old cells. When you get a monthly facial you give your skin a boost to replicate the healthier, facial treated cells to replace old cells. In time, this means you will have healthier glowing skin. A facial also increases circulation to the blood under your skin, which will also helps with the renewal process of skin. The exfoliation process gets rid of dead skin cells and waste which is a great detox for your face. You will be amazed to see less puffiness and ruddiness. Deep exfoliation also smooths fine lines and promotes collagen production, which is the building block of skin. This will prevent you from aging early, which means less sagging and wrinkles. Exfoliation will also help your skin to soak up your daily skin products and added moisture. Imagine the benefit of a deep cleaning for your pores. You will maintain a youthful healthy glow longer.

Benefits of a Massage Body Treatment

The main and best benefit of a massage body treatment is lowered stress and anxiety levels. Unrelieved stress in your body can lead to behavior, mood, and body changes. It can be the cause of your headaches, high blood pressure, stomach pain, and sleeping problems. Studies have shown that massages can lower blood pressure, increase the production of endorphins in addition to relaxing tense muscles. Taking care of those tense muscles along with pressure points can also improve your posture. A good massage can even relieve breathing problems caused by stress and anxiety.

Monthly Facials and Massage Body Treatments for Better Health

A monthly spa day can benefit your health and look in many ways. If you are ready to give your body the treatment it needs give us a call today. We can set you up with an appointment for treatments specialized to your needs.

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We are quite particular about our looks and pickier when it comes to whom they let primp and perfect them. That is why it is often quite difficult to find the right hair salon. No one wants to live with a bad cut, color, or style. And it takes time for hair to grow back and for mistakes to go away. If you are in the need for a new hair salon, Selah Salon & Spa can help. There are a number of steps you can take to ensure that you get the look you want and the service you desire.

Steps to Finding the Right Hair Salon

As with pretty much everything else you want, when looking for a new hair salon, it is best to combine referrals with the internet. Be sure to ask those around you who they recommend and then go online and check them out. Go to their website and check out their social media presence. While on their website, check out their prices and where they are located, you can also look for licensing and certification information, as well. You may also find a deal or two.

The next thing you need to do is set up a consultation. When you get to the hair salon, be sure to take notice of how you are greeted. There should be someone at the front desk to make you feel comfortable. You should also take a look at the cleanliness of the place and the employees. Also, check out the products that they offer for sale. A good hair salon should have professional hair care merchandise available for purchase.

Hair Salon Consultations

When you are taken in for a consultation at a new hair salon, a stylist should ask questions that include finding out what your likes and dislikes with current hairstyles are, showing you images of the latest styles and deal respectfully with any images you brought in. They should be able to tell you what would look good on you in the way of styles and colors. After all, you want honest assessments, not someone just after money or moving you along quickly.

By the end of the conversation, you should know if the two of you clicked or not. If you do not feel comfortable, you can either ask for someone else or go elsewhere. A good stylist will aim to accept your hair’s limitations, work with those realistically and will do their best to make you feel good about yourself. He or she should not point out only your hair’s faults or lie to get you to purchase a product.

If you are in the El Paso area and are in need of a new hair salon, try Selah Salon & Spa. We have a hair and nail salon along with massage and spa treatments, so you come out looking and feeling your best. 

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Nails can be tricky to care for. Most people don’t think about their nails unless they break or something goes wrong. But there are a number of things you can do to help keep your nails in good health. Selah Salon and Spa has high quality nail treatments to help keep your nails looking and feeling their best. For personal care, there a few things you can do as well in addition to going to a nail salon. Two tips for good nail care are your diet and regular cleaning.

Diet for Healthier Nails

While a good diet is great to maintain regardless, there are a few foods that will be especially helpful for your nails. Often, brittle or fragile nails can be cause by a lack of iron. People who suffer from anemia will often see this. Some foods rich in iron are liver, red meat, soy products, beans, lentils, most green vegetables such as spinach, asparagus and parsley. In addition to these foods, most nuts, egg yokes and dry fruits like raisins, dates, and apricots are all full of iron and will help strengthen your nails.

Besides an iron deficiency, lack of enough calcium can also cause your nails to be fragile or to become yellowed. Some foods that help you avoid this are various dairy products and beetroots. These will help keep your nails in a good condition and help them look better too.

Nail Cleaning

Keeping your nails clean seems like a given, but there are a quite a few options for good nail care. Cleaning your nails is not just washing your hands, but paying special attention your nail alone. Squeezing a tablespoon of lemon juice into a cup of warm water helps to remove any embedded dirt. In addition it can help remove any lingering bacteria. Dipping your fingertips into warm mustard oil also helps encourage strong nails. After you dip you nails, rub the oil into the nail and the cuticle. Leave the oil for about eight to ten minutes before rinsing. You can also visit a nail salon to get a professional cleaning.

Nails are that strange part of your body that seem easy to forget about until something goes wrong. They are a big part of how you touch and interact with the world, but often get overlooked. With so many nail designs out there, it can be easy to forget that many of them can actually damage your nails. Brittle nails can be a huge problem as it means they will break often which can be very painful. Yellowed and cracked nails can be off putting to others as well. Selah Salon and Spa‘s nail salon has several treatments meant to help you nails look and feel their best. Nail care does not have to be hard, just remember that good diet and regular cleaning will help the most.

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