With stores filled with back to school supplies, the MN State Fair seems like our one last hurrah of summer. It promises to be packed with new excitement and tasty treats like you have come to expect year after year. There are countless reasons to visit the MN State Fair. Every year is a different experience than the one before. Here is some of the latest info so you’ll be in the know.

Taste It

Everyone knows the most popular attraction is the food! There will be 12 days of pure deliciousness for those of you who come to satisfy your taste buds. Some of the newest creations are Barbeque Splits, General Tso Chicken Tacos, Nordic Waffles, Firecracker Shrimp Stuffed Avocado, and Mangonada Shave Ice. New restaurants this year are Midtown Global Market, The Hangar and The Anchor Coffee House.

Ride It

The Sky Glider and River Raft Ride are sure to be among favorites. In addition, there are 7 NEW rides this year!  Three rides are the ONLY one of a kind in North America! Look for Downdraft, Haunted Castle Dark Ride, Rock Star, and Twin Flip at Midway. Combination Carousel and Teacups will be new rides at Kidway.

Watch It/Listen to It

There is a great line up bands as well at the MN State Fair, such as Boy George, Earth Wind and Fire, and the Beach Boys, to name a few. Click here for a list of the Grand Stand Line-up and there are six stages with performances every day to keep you entertained. You’re sure to enjoy the livestock shows, exhibits and the brand new attraction called Experimental Aircraft Association’s Spirit of Aviation, featuring a flight simulator using virtual reality. Another new addition this year is Cambria Kitchen.  A stunning, state-of-the-art demonstration kitchen debuts in the Creative Activities Building and will feature presentations by premier local chefs and demonstrators, including Andrew Zimmern (Aug. 24), Scott McGillivray (Aug. 24), Sean Sherman & The Sioux Chef’s Indigenous Food Lab (Aug. 31), and many more!

The countdown is on! Just 21 days left before we all gather together at the 2nd largest state fair in the country – our very own MN State Fair.  Pre-fair discount admission tickets for the 2018 Minnesota State Fair are on sale NOW for just $11! Get yours online, at the State Fairgrounds Ticket Office or by phone at 800-514-3849. To save money consider buying a Blue Ribbon Bargain Book. You can buy one in person at the State Fair ticket office beginning June 4th. You can also buy them at select Cub locations in the Twin Cities metro area and at locations in greater Minnesota and Hudson, Wis. beginning June 24 through Aug. 22. 

If you are one of the 1.8 million visitors, you’re sure to run into friends and leave with a big smile and full belly. Enjoy – and while you’re out at the fair soaking up all that sunshine, be sure to apply your sunscreen!  If you’re in need, Belladerm MedSpa has some great options with 10% off currently. These are the trusted brands included in that promotion:  SkinMedica Total Defense + Repair, Essential Defense, Colorescience Sunforgettable Brush On Sunscreens & Lotions, as well as Epionce Daily Shield Lotion.

Sweet summertime. Beauty is all around with flowers blooming and gorgeous colors painted across the sunset skies. This time of year just inspires us to focus on not only the beauty all around in nature but also in our appearance.  It’s a perfect time to come to Belladerm MedSpa for fillers and Botox!  Why? Because there is no downtime!  You can get right back to enjoying the things you love to do outdoors!  Summer really is ideal for fillers and Botox because unlike many other services, they do not restrict you from enjoying the great outdoors. Treatments using lasers/IPL, BBL and chemical peels DO require that you avoid sun exposure after treatment.

A Reason to Celebrate

You will find so many gatherings and reasons to celebrate in the months of June, July and August. All of them will give you reasons to want to look your absolute best. That is why we recommend fillers and Botox to achieve a wrinkle-free, youthful appearance.  Fillers and Botox are quick and easy treatments with BIG results!  Because people are more mobile during the summer means they are more seen! You will undoubtedly see people you haven’t seen for a while and/or meet new acquaintances at the gathering such as weddings and other summer celebrations.  Likewise, summer is typically when you’ll be invited back for your class reunion, where EVERYONE always strives to look their best.

Another great thing about fillers and Botox is that you will enjoy immediate results! There is no waiting time for it to kick in and no downtime where you have to hide out in recovery, so getting a filler treatment won’t keep you from the excitement and celebration. Why not put your best face forward and get in for your fillers and Botox BEFORE the big summer events!

Save on Filler at Belladerm

We are offering an awesome promotion through the month of August on Juvederm XL filler. BUY 2 Syringes and GET 1 FREE! This is one of the most popular choices for injectable fillers. If you are not very familiar with what a filler is or what it does, let’s go over the basics. Fillers help reverse the changes associated with aging by utilizing hyaluronic acid to improve the appearance of facial lines, folds – like the smile lines (we call parentheses) that form around your mouth. It smooths wrinkles, restores volume and enhances facial features. What the Liquid Face Lift can do for you:

• Fill in wrinkles and fold, such as smile lines and marionette lines
• Smooth out frown lines, crows feet and forehead lines
• Enhance and lift cheeks
• Restore volume to flattening and sagging areas
• Lift eyebrows up to their youthful position
• Hide bags under eyes
• Reduce jowls and create a straighter jaw line
• Plump lips and smooth out lip wrinkles
• Lift up sagging corners of the mouth

We are Here to Help

Remember, consultations at Belladerm are ALWAYS free. We love spending time educating patients on how each service works and might meet their needs. Please call us at 763-494-9905 to chat or schedule a consultation. Fillers have consistently been gaining popularity year after year and they produce beautiful results. We love to see what it does for patients when they see a more youthful, rejuvenated appearance. Come check it out for yourself!

We all know that Independence Day, also known as the Fourth of July, is a special day in which we celebrate our freedom. We have been recognizing this Federal holiday since 1776!  The fourth of July is also a time to gather with family and friends and have some fun! Why not try a new activity this year? To make it extra special, here are four fun things to do this 4^th of July:

1. Fourth of July Progressive Picnic Party: Host a neighborhood progressive picnic party. Encourage participants to make a side dish or a summer appetizer. Each participant would open their home to guests and have the opportunity to taste a variety of dishes and then vote for their favorite one. The host could also provide a special prize.  All the participants could chip in to cover the cost. The prize could be a summer theme like baseball tickets and a picnic basket full of goodies.
2.  Visit A State Or National Park: Why not enjoy the best of the land that the country has to offer?  Scenic views from protected areas are breathtaking. You’re sure to discover something new in the great outdoors.  It is a great time to take in fresh air and get exercise while exploring new places with other like-minded outdoor enthusiasts. List of National Parks in Minnesota
3. Go on a road trip:  Grab a map and pack a tent if you want to make it more of an adventure. Bring your bike along too and discover some great trails. Whether you choose to lodge indoors or camp outdoors amongst the stars, it sure to be an experience you will always remember.
4. Plan a late night Fourth of July dinner: Enjoy it under the night sky while viewing the fireworks. Pick a spot to watch the fireworks and bring a comfy blanket and pillow. You can go on a date with that special someone or make it a celebration with friends and/or family.

If you are looking for place to watch the fireworks here in the Twin Cities, here is a list of great locations. List of Places to View Fireworks in Minneapolis

Have wonderful and safe 4^th of July celebration! From your friends at Belladerm MedSpa.