You already know how important it is to carve out time for yourself.  While it recharges your batteries and puts life in perspective, it is also a boost for both mental and physical health.  Did you know THAT? Admittedly, a lot of us don’t always know how to claim a little me time–maybe because we think we need a full day or weekend alone to really relax.  But even a short, simple break can go a long way towards refreshing you.  Let these ideas inspire your just-for-me moments and help you to find a slot in your day to claim for your own!

• Take 5 minutes to journal and reflect on the emotional aspects of your life
• Enjoy a short soak in a hot tub or warm bath, preferably with soothing music in the background
• Cuddle with your pet
• Sip some tea and flip through a magazine
• Take a power nap (catnaps are most renewing if you take them between 1 and 3 p.m.)
• Play the piano, guitar, or any other instrument you love
• Do some simple stretches or yoga
• Curl up with your favorite book
• Sit in your easy chair and listen to some of your favorite tunes
• Take a walk and enjoy the crisp, fall air
• Pamper yourself by scheduling a Belladerm massage (starting at $40) or facial (starting at $99)

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We are getting very close to the biggest event of the year here at Belladerm! Don’t miss our 6th Annual OPEN HOUSE on Tuesday, October 5th from 4 – 8 p.m. C’mon, you know you wanna come! We put together a top ten list for you, just in case you need a little convincing or haven’t called your pals to invite them yet!
Here it is: Top 10 Reasons to Attend Belladerm’s 6th Annual Open House on October 5th!

10. Meet the manufacturer representatives, very cool and knowledgeable people, and all of Belladerm’s wonderful staff!

9. Free food! Need we say more? Eat some delicious Biaggi’s cuisine on us!  🙂

8. Learn how to grow longer, thicker, fuller eyelashes for free (Seriously Free Latisse!, learn how)

7. Check out Robin’s new ‘do (hint — bride of frankenstein)

6. Score a free gift bag with unbelievable goodies just for being one of the first 50 guests to arrive!

5. Hello? Who doesn’t want a fun night out socializing with a little vino?

4. Win a BEAUTIFUL necklace from Mark Michael Diamond Designs!

3. See if Amy can really make it all day with out getting something on her jacket!!

2. Cash in on the absolute hottest specials of the year!!  No kidding!!

1. Over $5,000 in drawing giveaways!! Botox, Dysport, Perlane, Juvederm, and much more!!

We can’t wait to see you there!!

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There’s mounting evidence that feeling consistently under the gun can create wrinkles.  Why? When you’re in a stressful situation, your brain triggers the “fight or flight response,” causing your body to produce more of the hormones adrenaline and cortisol, which enable you to act quickly in a crisis.  While its okay for these hormones to be in your body in short bursts, many of us are perpetually stressed, so they’re present at chronically elevated levels.  And that overload has been shown to suppress the immune system as well as constrict the blood vessels, which leads to a “cascade effect.”  The skin’s immunity is compromised, so it’s less able to protect and repair itself.  Plus, diminished circulation means less oxygen and fewer nutrients get to the skin.
One of the most effective ways to combat stress is to take 10 minutes or so every day to trigger the relaxation response (the direct opposite of “fight or flight”) which helps to offset stress-hormone levels.  You’d be surprised at what slow breathing while sitting in a quiet, comfortable position would do for you! Give it a try!
What do you do to relax? Share your tips with us! And of course, if you already HAVE wrinkles created from living with too much stress in your life, we have many options to smooth them out for you! You’ll look younger and refreshed again. We have specials to help you save while improving the look of your skin, too! Call today! 763-494-9905