Hairdressers Against AIDS

30 years after the HIV/AIDS virus was discovered it is still making headlines and a world wide epidemic. Unlike cancer, and other diseases with a little education and awareness we can eradicate this disease FOREVER. It doesn't have to take another life or cause any more heart ache to families around the world. That's the premise behind Hairdressers Against AIDS! The Loreal Foundation supports this program as an advocacy program empowering salon staff to use their bond with clients to become a resource of knowledge to help prevent the spread of the HIV/AIDS virus. Just by simply talking to clients hairdressers can become a powerful force in wiping this disease out!

Did you know.....
*33.4 million people are living with the HIV/AIDS virus worldwide
*ONLY 40% of people are aware of the HIV status
*2 million people die of this disease every year
*2.7 million people are infected every year (with 56,000 of those in the US), unfortunatley most of these are young people and children (the age group of 19-29 is the number one group diagnosed every year!)
*2.3 million people are infected in the US

What can you do to be a part of the cure?
1. Ask your hairdresser today and get the facts!
2. If you are from the ages of 13-64 it is recommended that you get tested as part of your normal medical routine.
3. Using condoms during sexual activity, knowing your partners HIV status, and reducing your number of partners.

It's up to us all to STOP the spread of HIV/AIDS....are you prepared to fight the fight?

Here Comes The Bride....

The weather is turning warm, and love is in the air....that's right it's almost "wedding season". You have big decisions to make. What dress will you sashay down the aisle in? Who will make the cake and food? Who is going to be your photographer? Where are you having this memorable occasion? Well, the good thing is one decision is easy....Beth & Company will take care of all your hair, make up, skin care, nails, and pampering needs!

Did you know Beth & Company is a full service salon and day spa?

*That's right...not only do we have top notch, well educated and trained stylist who can cut, color and style your hair.
*But we also have a full time esthetician who offers full body waxing, Microdermabrasion, Chemical Peels, Synergie Cellulite treatments, Oxygen facials, eye brow threading and make up consultations and applications.
*But that's not all, we have a full time Massage Therapist who specializes in Swedish, Hot Stone and Deep Tissue Massages.
*And a full time senior nail technician who specializes in LCN nails, pampering manicures and pedicures, and paraffin dips.

But your pampering doesn't stop there. Our administrative staff takes care of all your other needs. From helping you decide which package suits you and your girls style, to decorating the conference room (should you decide to include this in your package), to providing refreshments to keep you all going the day of, we are there for YOU!

It's almost your big day and you have a million things to worry about....but rest assured that your beauty needs is not one of them. We at Beth & Company are dedicated to making sure your day goes smooth and as stress free as possible, while making you look the very best you can! Call Alison today 704-924-8260 and let her start your planning....so you can relax!

Rescue your Eyes

Come on ladies (and gentlemen) who wants dark, puffy eyes with crows feet? Not me! If you answered that is what you want you can stop reading now. If you answered that's NOT what you want, read on!

Clarisonic has developed a revolutionary palm-sized sonic infusion device called the Opal! By gently tapping the skin around your eye at 125 sonic movements per second, the Opal helps build skin's resilience over time and prevents future damage around your eye area. How does it do this? Well, Dr. Akridge optimized a serum that is dispensed from the Opal. It is an Anti-Aging Sea Serum that infuses into the outer layer of the epidermis that makes the skin appear brighter, look younger, and feel refreshed and energized. He used a multi layered approach of marine extracts and botanicals that will hydrate, firm, tighten and protect your skin from future damage. It is also gentle enough for daily use!


What are the benefits?
*Improves skin texture
*Gentle for daily use
*Can be layered with your own eye cream
*Reduces appearance of puffiness in as little as four weeks
*Noticeable firmer skin after two weeks
*Immediately hydrates, leaving skin feeling refreshed
*Perfect for eye area, lip area, brow and forehead!

So if you're looking for a non surgical way to make your eyes look younger, then give the Opal a try! Call Beth & Company today to pre-order yours!

The Sulfate Free Rage

I'm sure if you've looked online or been around anyone with "hair knowledge" you've heard the Sulfate Free Rage in hair care products. If you search the web about sulfates you will find lots of nay-sayers telling you why sulfates are so bad for you. But remember, most of these posts are by people who have some sort of reaction to sulfates, eczema, rashes and loss of hair (etc.). I would give this example, when I go to the beach with my friends I have to put on 50 SPF sunscreen because I know if I don't I will burn. They, on the other hand, are putting on baby oil and will get a pretty golden brown. So it's not that the sun is bad, it's just the way my body reacts to it differently than theirs. This is the same with sulfates; some people are more susceptible to the effects of sulfates than others.

With that said, sulfates are the primary detergents that make your shampoo, body wash and other cleaners that foam. Unfortunately, there are a lot of myths about sulfates such as they cause cancer, cause color fading, and are too harsh for your hair. Remember these are just myths as you have used them for years and years.

But now you have options if you are looking for something new in hair care. There are lines of sulfate free products, and it's up to you whether you try them or not. Remember as you start trying sulfate free products you may not get the intense lather you are used to, but your hair will remain hydrated and will keep some of it's natural oils. Here are some of the benefits of sulfate free hair care products:

*Reduces Irritation: If you are sensitive to sulfates, sulfate free products can be milder to your skin, scalp and hair.

*Good for Colored Hair: For some hair types these products can reduce the color fading process.

*Reduces the Dryness of the Scalp: Since sulfates can be irritants for sensitive people they can cause irritation of the scalp by removing natural oils. This could lead to dandruff, itching and boils on the scalp.

*Reduces Hair Loss: Since the average person loses 100 hairs a day (wow), the sulfates can attack empty hair follicles and make your hair more brittle, breakable and dull.

Now that you have the facts, my advice to you is.....if you are happy with your hair and your shampoo that you are currently using, don't change. But if you feel like sulfates are damaging your hair then maybe you'd like to give sulfate free hair care products a shot. It's always good to change up your routine, so if it's time for that change try one of the three lines we carry at Beth & Company that are sulfate free.

*Aquage--Biomega
*Paul Mitchell--Awapuhi
*Lorea--Delicate Color

Ask your hair stylist if you have any questions. As a trained professional they will be able to get you the best product for your hair!

Treat Yourself for Valentine's Day

Whether you love Valentine's Day and can't wait to spend a romantic evening with your sweetheart OR you hate Valentine's Day and are going to spend it watching movies and eating ice cream....the one thing for certain is it's almost here! What better way to show someone you love them (or to treat yourself) than by giving them a relaxing day at Beth & Company? We have days of beauty and bliss for men and women, so everyone on your list is covered. Enjoy one of these packages we put together just for you!

The Diva Plus (come on ladies....we're all a little diva, right?): This includes an Oxygen facial, a relaxing one hour Swedish massage, a Signature spa manicure and pedicure, shampoo and style, Bare Minerals Kit and makeover, a signature Beth & Company robe and lunch! (Now that is what I call a perfect day!!!)

The Diva: You will receive an Oxygen facial, one hour Swedish massage, Signature Spa Manicure and Pedicure, shampoo and style and a spa lunch!

Spa Extraordinaire (this is for the man in your life!!!): Your man will receive a Men's Executive facial, express pedicure and a one hour Swedish massage. (He will guarantee to love this!)

Spice of Life (if you're in a hurry, this may be just what you're looking for): Express facial, half hour Swedish massage, Express Manicure and Pedicure

Day of Bliss: One hour Swedish massage, Signature Spa Manicure and Pedicure (ahhhh....this is bliss!)

Princess for a Day (you feel like a Princess everyday, why not treat yourself like one): Oxygen Facial, Signature Spa Manicure and Pedicure.

Dream a Little Dream: Oxygen Facial and a One hour Swedish Massage

So whether you have a lot of time to pamper yourself or you are too busy to take a whole day for yourself (which you always need at least one day to be pampered!) we have the perfect package to make you feel your best! Let our trained, knowledgeable and professional staff at Beth & Company make you feel like a Diva this Valentine's Day!!!!