Pedicure FAQs
Q) Do I need an appointment to get a pedicure?
A) Schedule your pedicure in advance. We do welcome ?walk-in? customers; however, you?ll have less stress and far less chance of a long wait if you make an appointment in advance.
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Q) Is there anything I need to bring for my pedicure?
A) Bring a pair of open-toed shoes, such as thong sandals. Avoid wearing tight-legged pants that make it difficult to roll up adequately. And although we have a wide variety of a polish selection, feel free to bring in your favorite shade.
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Q) How long will my pedicure take?
A) Allow a full hour for your pedicure. It may only take less than an hour to finish but you’ll want to make sure your toes are completely dry before leaving.
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Q) Can you get a pedicure if you have a foot fungus?
A) No. To prevent the possible spread of the fungus to other clients, we do not provide pedicures to anyone with a foot fungus or open sores. This is for your protection and as well as ours.
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Q) Do you use razor blades during your pedicure?
A) No. First of it, is illegal to use any pedicure tool with a razor blade in the State of Michigan. This is also very dangerous, due to the fact that it could remove and damage healthy skin.
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Manicure FAQs
Q) How do I prepare for my manicure?
A) There's not much to do to prepare for a manicure. It's a courtesy to wash your hands. You might want to take off your rings, and remove any traces of old nail polish. This will stop the beautician wasting valuable manicure-time doing it herself, so that she can get on with the good stuff!
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Q) If my hand is injured, can I get a manicure?
A) If you have an injury to your hand - a wound, or joint or muscle strain, or a rash or broken skin - you are well advised to wait until you recover before you go, or else make your manicurist very aware of your limitations.
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Q) How long should I expect my manicure to take?
A) A manicure can last from 30 minutes to more than an hour, depending on what you're having done. Leave yourself enough time to get the full benefit of the treatment, and make sure you don't have to rush off. If for any reason it takes longer, it's hard to drive with sticky polish still drying on your fingers!
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Q) Do I need to provide my own polish?
A) No. We have over 120 different colors to select from at Posh. If you have a favorite color of polish however, you are more than welcome to bring your own. But beware: Shop-bought nail polish often takes at most 5 minutes to dry, salon polish can take up to 3 hours to dry completely. So be gentle with your hands and nails afterwords.
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Q) Can I receive a manicure if I have a fingernail fungus?
A) No. For our protection and ours we recommend that you wait to receive your manicure until after the fungus as been treated.
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Q) Is your acrylic safe?
A) Yes. There are places that use dental acrylic, which is illegal in the State of Michigan. Due to the extreme hardness of that type of acrylic it is very damaging to your nail and could potentially harm your nail in the event the nail should break. We only use best acrylic available on the market.
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Q) Do you use electric instruments on the nails?
A) Yes. We only use a tool that removes debris from underneath the nail; however, we are extremely careful not to disrupt the nail bed tissue. We do not use the electric style of filing because of the trauma to the nail surface and the possible cross contamination from one person to another.
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Q) How long does it take for a full set of acrylic nails?
A) It takes approximately 1 ½ hour to 2 hours for a full set.
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Q) Can I get acrylic nails if I have a fingernail fungus?
A) No. To prevent the possible spread of the fungus, we recommend waiting until the fungus is completely gone.
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Q) Can I receive an acrylic fill if I already have a full-set of acrylic nails from another salon?
A) No. This is because we can’t guarantee that our acrylic will adhere to the materials that where used by the other salon.
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Waxing FAQs
Q) How long should my hair be for waxing?
A) For waxing services we do prefer the hair to have at least 2.5 to 3 weeks of growth. Your hair should be at least ¼ of an inch in length.
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Q) What are the benefits of waxing?
A) It is an effective method to remove large amounts of hair at one time. Hair in waxed areas will not grow back for 2 to 5 weeks. When hair is shaved or removed by depilatory cream, the hair is removed at the surface rather than the root. Within a few days, the hair can be seen at the surface.
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Q) What parts of body can be waxed?
A) Almost any area of the body can be waxed, including eyebrows, face, bikini area, legs, arms, underarm, back, abdomen and feet. If waxing is done regularly for several years, permanent hair reduction may be achieved.
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Q) Do you arch the eyebrows with waxing?
A) Yes. You will be amazed how much creating a natural eyebrow arch opens your eye area. It seems so simply, but it truly gives your eyes a new attractive appearance that you’ll love.
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Eyelash Tinting FAQs
Q) How long should will my tint last?
A) Expect to see results up to about 4 to 6 weeks. The reason for this is that your eyelashes naturally fall out according to the growth cycle of lashes, each person will vary.
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Q) Will tinting my eyelashes be painful?
A) The treatment should be virtual painless. The dye can sometimes cause your eyes to be irritated and/or slightly sting, but this will not last long. Eyelash tinting is not for everyone because some people have skin allergies or extremely sensitive skin with color additives or hair dye.
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Q) How long does the procedure take?
A) A typical eyelash tinting takes around twenty minutes. Because of this, tinting your eyelash can fit into the busiest of schedules.
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Q) Are there benefits to eyelash tinting?
A) Eyelash tinting will benefit people that are sensitive to make-up, people who are active in sports and who have no time to apply make-up daily. This process is also ideal for people who wear contact lenses because they don’t have to suffer putting on mascara any longer.
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Q) Do you use special dye for eyelash tinting?
A) Yes. The dye that is used is made out of vegetable dye and is completely safe.
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Q) Will eyelash tinting make my eyelashes thicker?
A) No. Eyelash tinting gives your eyelashes color and depth again.
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Permanent Makeup FAQs
Q) Why use permanent makeup?
A) Permanent makeup allows you the option to enhance your natural features or to create a dramatic effect.
For the busy woman-on-the-go, permanent makeup saves time and money while giving a glamorous look without the daily makeup hassle. It is also ideal for the woman who is allergic to currently available cosmetics. Also, some commercial makeup or certain brands may be irritating to eyes and facial skin.
Permanent makeup is ideal for people with poor eyesight, unsteady hands, confinement to bed and other handicaps that make it difficult or impossible to apply makeup properly. Now you can look your best all day, everyday!
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Q) What colors are available?
A) When you come in for your free consultation, the Bio-touch Technician can explain the color selection process.
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Q) Does the procedure hurt?
A) Comfort levels vary from person to person. The benefits far outweigh the discomfort you may experience in this medically safe procedure. We also use a topical anesthetic cream for numbing.
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Q) Is it safe?
A) Yes, the procedure is done under strict sterilization rules. A well-trained, Bio-Touch Certified Technician administers the procedure. All materials are pre- sterilized in individual packaging and disposed of properly.
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Q) How long does permanent makeup last?
A) The treatment is permanent. It will not wash off. However, it will soften with age and may need to be retouched in 3 to 5 years.
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Makeup FAQs
Q) Will using makeup clog pores?
A) No. Genetics and hormones are the main causes of acne. Using professional makeup with quality ingredients will help fight irritation in your skin.
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Microdermabrasion FAQs
Q) What is microdermabrasion?
A) Microdermabrasion is a nonsurgical cosmetic procedure used to treat facial skin that has been damaged by the sun and age. Microdermabrasion can give the skin a fresh, healthy appearance by minimizing acne scars, age spots, blemishes caused by sun damage, crow's feet, fine lines, and superficial wrinkles.
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Q) Who are good candidates for microdermabrasion?
A) A good candidate for microdermabrasion is a physically healthy man or woman with realistic expectations who is looking to minimize the appearance of acne prone or blotchy skin, fine lines and surface wrinkles, sun-damaged or uneven skin, keratoses, large pores, milia, rhytides, sebaceous hyperplasia or small scars.
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Q) How long does the microdermabrasion procedure last?
A) Though multiple sessions are usually required, a single microdermabrasion procedure takes about thirty minutes to one hour to complete.
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Q) Is there much pain with the microdermabrasion procedure?
A) There is generally little or no pain associated with microdermabrasion. At the most, patients may experience a feeling similar to slight windburn or some minimal stinging around the eyes.
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Q) What can I expect of the recovery after microdermabrasion?
A) Microdermabrasion involves virtually no downtime and normal activities can usually be resumed right away. The skin may feel a bit hot or flushed for the first day after the procedure. It is important, however, that patients avoid sun exposure for about three to five days.
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Q) Is it necessary to take time off from work after the microdermabrasion procedure?
A) Because microdermabrasion involves virtually no downtime, patients can typically resume their normal activities right away. However, it is important that patients avoid sun exposure for about a three to five days.
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Q) How many treatment are required?
A) Five to 10 treatments are usually required for best results. Because the microdermabrasion process is so gentle, you can have as many treatments as you need without worrying about down time.
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Q) What does the microdermabrasion involve?
A) The Skin Care Specialist uses a precision handpiece to direct a stream of fine crystals and mild suction toward the targeted area of your skin. The gentle abrasive action of the crystals combines with the suction to remove the dead outer layer of your skin while bringing smoother, softer skin to the surface. Discomfort is minimal, and the procedure works equally well on all skin colors.
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