SHANNIN LOWE, WALDORF CENTER.
March 3rd, 2010 - Posted by Mandy
I HAVE COME TO AN AGE WHERE I REALIZE THE DAMAGE OF MY YOUTH HAS SPRUNG ALL OVER MY FACE LIKE A SCARLETT LETTER TO A WHORE. I see dark circles under my eyes, the literal baggage of a divorce that had I simply bought a land rover and kept my mouth shut, would have cost me less money and had better performance. There is nothing youthful feeling about the solar system of acne that has sprung forth from the oil slick of what the nice people around me like to call a ‘glow.’ One should be able to tell where their face stops and their lip gloss starts. Though I grew up in the polar opposite of the sunshine state my face is sprinkled with what apparently hormones and age illuminate as dark spots and freckles. I am only 33.In my early twenties I was promiscuous, finding myself laying on random tables monthly, trying to find anyone who may fill the void, but to no avail. I still wandered aimlessly, stripped of my youthful self confidence and optimism.
Then, like any love story, she walked into my life when I least expected. Having finally given up the search I was finally found. I do not exaggerate when I say that upon meeting her a faint light encompassed her body, the subtle glow of an angel. It probably was the reflection of the sun off the window at Starbucks, but I often tend to over exaggerate to make my points. Words like ‘dermaplane’ ‘microderm’ and the like sprung forth from her mouth like a poem from a lover. I was already deeply infatuated with the idea of her, now I just had be allowed into her lair for the delivery of the much anticipated happy ending.
Shannin far surpassed what little expectation I had, having been around the block a time or two. After the recommended product regimen my dark circles have been erased from my face, I wake up in the morning and no longer frighten my pit bull. Having used the recommended acne products my face was void of pustules in literally 3 days. And the facial peel – oy vey! I have yet to do the recommended more advanced treatments, but this girl, I am telling you, can do no wrong.
(Plus, she is really, really pretty. Well, she did model in Milan.)
FOR THE SKINNY ON WHAT I ACTUALLY HAD DONE: Complimentary skin evaluation and microdermabrasion.
Within my microderm appointment I had microdermabrasion, extractions, ultrasound to penetrate hydroquinone (whitening ingredient for hyperpigmentation), a mini massage to hydrate, followed by a soothing mask and then moisturizer and sunscreen.
I asked what the advantage of being an aesthetician in a doctor’s office is…..from Shannin: ‘Being an Aesthetician in a plastic surgeons office means I have access to medical grade product which delivers results. I get to see more results than just delivering “fluff”. I do get the opportunity to learn more about “medical treatments” that maybe an everyday spa can’t offer.
Some refer to aestheticians in the medical field as ”medical aesthetican;s” but as of yet, that type of training isn’t available. We get our (medical) education within the practice under the Doctors supervision.
My schooling for aesthetics was a 1200hr program which gives me the title ”Master Aesthetician”. It is extensive and covers more ground, fully preparing me for that option to work with a physician. The Masters program isn’t offered in every state, yet.
The only procedures I can do are the treatments the Doctor allows and falls within the states guidelines.” Neat-o!
The Spa at Waldorf Center 9775 SW Wilshire St. Portland, OR 97225
ALEXIS ACHTEN, JASMINE PHOTOGRAPHY.
January 29th, 2010 - Posted by Mandy
FROM A YOUNG AGE I HAVE HAD A GIRL CRUSH PROBLEM. AS A YOUNGIN, IT WAS DEBBIE MAZAR. Coincidentally before she got her start in acting she was a hair stylist. Then I moved on to the girls at the MAC counter at Nordstrom. It was then that I discovered Wendy at the jewelery counter, who is now the owner of Tribe hair studio. Let’s just say I have good taste.
Alexis was my latest obsession. A girl with rockin hair is always a scene stealer. I am delighted to now count her as one of my friends, partly just so I can hear her fabulous laugh on a regular basis.
She is an amazing photographer, there is absolutely no doubt about that. But what I find even more endearing is her ability to instantly have her subjects ease up for the camera. I have dragged my begrudging husband for pictures more times than he would prefer, but every time Alexis shows up his grumpy demeanor fades, and our pictures turn out amazing.
2133 N Willis Blvd
Portland, OR 97217
(503) 419-6265
