Unless you’ve been living under a rock, chances are that you’ve heard the term exfoliation before. But why exfoliate? It's pretty simple, really: If you want healthy, glowing skin, regular exfoliation is a MUST, in addition to, of course, cleansing, moisturizing, and slathering on sunscreen. WHAT & HOW To exfoliate the skin simply means to remove dead skin [...]
Ever sit down at one of our reclining beds and wonder: "Who exactly is this person touching me right now? What's her story?" Well, if you do, you're in luck because we're here to introduce you to our lovely Boulder spa staff, starting with our marvelous esthetician, Anna Shaw. So sit back and let me tell [...]
Last week at Barris, we gave Dana our brand new treatment: Micro-Needling. For those not yet "in the know," Micro-Needling is a cutting edge anti-aging treatment that restores the youthful appearance of the skin by sliding an electric skin needling device along the skin, which prompts the body to respond by creating new collagen and elastin [...]
[Originally published on the Image Skincare Blog on December 16, 2014] What is retinol? Chances are you’ve heard of it, perhaps even used it before. But do you know what retinol is, and what it does for your skin? Are you hesitant to try it because you’ve heard of the possibility of harsh side effects? [...]
Although there are some spas just for men, you certainly don't have to head to an all-male spa to find effective AND enjoyable treatments right here at Barris Laser & Skincare. We know that today's modern man is often stressed and on the run, but he also has nothing to fear and everything to gain [...]
This past week, I had the opportunity to try Image's TCA Orange Peel Lift, a peel only offered in medical spas, where a medical director is present. [ ... ]
There’s a seasonal shift in the air, and with temperatures dropping, it’s a safe bet that your skin is probably feeling dry and itchy, right? Well, we’re with 10 Winter Skin Tips for keeping your skin happy, hydrated, and healthy. Now try saying THAT three times! ;) 1. Watch your shower temperature. Hot showers feel [...]
It can be overwhelming these days, with the amount of information available at our fingertips and the number of spas offering such a wide range of services, to make a decision as to which spa treatment to try. I'm here to help you out by letting you know about Five Spa Treatments, so universally appealing, [...]
It's Fall and that means many things, but mainly: PUMPKIN SEASON! We here at Barris fully endorse the tradition of stuffing/slathering yourself with delicious pumpkin things, and so for this entire month of November, we're offering our lovely clients Image's Pumpkin Peel for only $70! (regularly $100). Curious about our Pumpkin Peel? Read on! IMAGE'S [...]
Acne is a common skin condition caused by inflammation of oil-producing sebaceous glands. Although acne problems usually begin between the ages of 10-13, it can persist for years, and for some, even follow them into adulthood. Mild acne will clear with a good skin care regimen and some help from a topical product. However, for [...]
