Botox - What is it and what does it do?

By now you've definitely heard of botox, but what does it do REALLY and how do you know if it's for you!

At GLOW, we work with Nurse Svetlana for our injectables and have been thrilled with the natural results as the perfect boost to our skincare routine.

Botulinum Toxin

What is Botulinum Toxin and what does it do?

Botulinum toxin, also referred to as neuromodulator is a purified substance derived from bacteria. Injection of neuromodulator blocks the release of acetylcholine, the main neurotransmitter that signals the muscles to contract. Without the signal, the muscle is not able to contract which results in diminished facial wrinkles appearance.

What to expect?

It can take 3-14 days before you notice any effect from botulinum toxins. The full effect will take up to 2 weeks. The results will last 3-4 months on average. After that you will begin to see the wrinkles and lines return.

Which areas can be treated with botulinum toxin?

Your injector will be able to address the areas of most concern based on your individual anatomy. The most commonly treated areas are forehead, between the eyebrow area (the elevens) and crow’s feet, the wrinkles around the eyes. Neuromodulators used therapeutically can help to alleviate symptoms experienced with bruxism (teeth grinding & clenching), and hyperhidrosis (excessive sweating). You can even get it on your upper lip to avoid a 'gummy' smile!

Common side effects?

· Pain

· Bruising at the injection site

· Bleeding

· Redness

Post care instructions include:

· Avoiding laying down and staying upright for at least 4 hours after botulinum toxin treatment.

· No exercise for at least 4 h post-procedure.

· Avoiding hot tubs and saunas for at least 24h.

· No make-up application after injection and keeping the skin clean.

Botulinum toxin types currently approved by FDA and Health Canada for cosmetic and/or therapeutic use:

Botox®, Dysport®, Xeomin® and Nuiceva®

All of the above brands are offered here at GLOW. Why not have a complimentary consultation to learn more! Book your complementary consult here

xo - GLOW

It pays to be a GLOW Member!

Becoming a Glow member has tons of perks for your skin AND your wallet.

Regular facial appointments are vital in achieving your skincare goals ... consistency is key!

Why Should you become a Member?

It’s important to create a schedule that will keep your skin on track in order to see changes. Just like the gym, most trainers will advise getting a workout in at least 3X a week. Well with skin, it’s the same! We advise that a treatment once a month is ideal to see changes in your skin, followed by excellent home care regimes.

Is that it?

Nope!

Not only is being a member great for your skin but also for your pocket! We offer an additional 10% off products in-store and online, as well as 10% off of injectable services.

We are strong believers at GLOW that homecare is 80% of the work and 20% treatment services. Again, just like the gym, if you work out 3X a week but eat burgers every day for dinner, the results won’t be there.

We also invite all our members to exclusive VIP events to try new and old treatments for free! Why? We want to hear from our loyal clients how they feel about certain procedures/treatments. Your input matters to us so that we can give you the best experience necessary.

That is why we’ve created our GLOW membership so it can be flexible with everyones schedule and skincare goals.

Our members have said its the best money they've spent because they:

-Save money on their purchases &

-Achieve their skin goals faster

Our GLOW membership is $159 for the year and you will get:

• 10% off retail products

• 10% services

• 10% add-ons

• Priority scheduling

• Custom face mask for every treatment

• Free shipping

• Priority Scheduling

• Members-Only Promotions

• Free led treatment after a facial*

• 10% Nurse Injectable Treatments & Packages

• Friends & Family Day Discounts

• Birthday Week - 15% off of Services

And it doesn’t end there! We are constantly improving our membership program all the time.

Join our membership program and start GLOWing and saving today!

Questions about our membership? Learn more here

Xo,

The GLOW Beauty Bar Team

GLOW's 4 Year Anniversary Recap!

If you missed our 4 Year Anniversary, here's a little recap of everything!

This Anniversary Zoom gives you access to information on amazing skincare products, right at your fingertips! We have representatives from a variety of brands that we carry at GLOW, talking you through various skincare products that may just be right for you! This list of incredible brands include Miracle 10, Environ, Sorella Apothercary and AnteAGE!

You can learn about what skincare products and skincare habits are right for your skin as these recommendations are catered for different skin types, allowing you to know exactly what fits for you!

Thank you for your ongoing support over the past 4 years, it has truly meant so much to us! We look forward to helping you through your skin journey!

XO,

GLOW Beauty Bar