In addition to Facials, Peels, Body Treatments, Tinting and Sugaring (see June 1st Blog) we are now proud to offer Pevonia Botanica Products at The Spa at Yarrow Bay.

The info for this blog comes from http://www.pevonia.com

Pevonia Botanica is an elite natural skincare brand offered by prestigious spas worldwide. An extensive selection of in-spa treatments addresses your every concern and delivers an unsurpassed spa experience, while for-home products help you maintain healthy, youthful-looking skin. Pevonia Botanica is passionately committed to providing effective skincare solutions to teens, women, and men of every age and ethnicity.

The ideal choice for radiant, healthy, youthful skin!
Protecting the earth and maintaining an affinity with nature and its precious resources is an integral part of Pevonia’s philosophy. No animal testing and fully post-consumer recyclable and biodegradable packaging further affirms our commitment. Pevonia proudly supports environmental conservation as well as over one-hundred philanthropic organizations.

Outstanding Results…
Proven-effective around the world and chosen by the finest spas, Pevonia Botanica Skincare delivers outstanding skin health, radiance, and rejuvenation to all skin types.

Go Green…
Experience Pevonia treatments for optimum de-aging and unparalleled relaxation. Pevonia Botanica green skincare products & in-spa treatments unite the finest natural marine & botanical ingredients with advanced delivery systems for maximum absorbency and truly phenomenal results.

Eco-Friendly…
Protecting the earth and maintaining an affinity with nature and its precious resources is an integral part of Pevonia’s philosophy. Cruelty-free formulations (no animal testing) and eco-packaging (fully post-consumer recyclable and biodegradable packaging) further affirms our commitment. Pevonia proudly supports environmental conservation as well as worthy philanthropic organizations.

Globally Renowned…
Pevonia Botanica is available at the most prestigious destinations, resorts, and hotel spas, as well as premier day spas around the world.

At a Glance…
• With Organic Extracts
• Paraben-Free
• Organic essentials oils
• Alcohol-Free
• Lanolin-Free
• Mineral Oil-Free
• PABA-Free
• No artifical colors
• No formaldehyde
• No Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
• Non-comedogenic
• Latest proven-effective actives
• Advanced manufacturing technologies
• Natural Green formulations
• Chirally-Correct
• Cruelty-Free
• Extensive result-driven in-spa treatments
• Result-prolonging home regimens
• Eco-Packaging, passionate commitment to saving the earth

Pevonia’s Anti-Age Therapy
Power Repair Line

Powerful anti-aging solutions for youthful recovery
As you mature, the first signs of aging become more evident. Free-radicals and external aggressors cause your skin to lose crucial protein support such as collagen and elastin, vital components in a maintaining a youthful appearance.
The Power Repair line provides your skin with an effective, non-invasive, youth-prolonging system to strengthen , smooth and rejuvenate. Prevent and visibly repair line and wrinkles, while counteracting premature aging and photo-damage.

To make an appointment, please visit our website, e-mail or call us at (425) 822-0300.

The info for this blog came from the Alexandria Professional™ Body Sugaring Reference Guide and the website http://www.alexandriaprofessional.com

Sugaring is a sanitary, effective and natural means of hair removal. Traditional sugaring involves working sugar paste over the skin to remove hair. It’s a great alternative to waxing, especially for people who are sensitive or allergic, or simply opposed to the chemicals used in wax. Many people also find this method less painful then other hair removal techniques.
The Spa at Yarrow Bay uses Alexandria Professional™ Body Sugaring products. Alexandria Professional™ is very proud to be the pioneers of body sugaring hair removal into the beauty industry.

To make an appointment, please visit our website, e-mail or call us at (425) 822-0300.

A Brief History

The earliest references to hair removal came from the ancient civilizations of Mesopotamia, Egypt and Greece. Early writings out of Mesopotamia tells of kings asking that women be brought to them clean and smooth, i.e., hairless! Ancient Egyptians placed a high importance on cosmetics – both for aesthetic and practical purposes. Egyptian hieroglyphics describe how slave girls serving Pharaoh were expected to remove their body hair. Hair on the body was considered to be unclean by the upper class. Possibly through a fortuitous accident, the method of using sugar for hair removal treatments was developed.

The British Museum’s famed Department of Egyptology displays copper and bronze razors and tweezers from as far back as 1900 B.C., including one combination razor/hair cutter/trimmer from about 1450 B.C.! These methods, however, were still primitive and painful. During the reign of the Turkish Empire, the harem was an important part of court life and the removal of body hair was considered an art. Therefore, tradition has been handed down through the generations and today certain Middle Eastern women still practice total body hair removal using sugar.

After extensive research, it was determined that the current methods were working only to a limited extent. It was found that this ancient art of hair removal could provide permanent, satisfactory results with benefits that would far exceed the more commonly used method, if it could be modified to become commercially acceptable. Alexandria Professional Body Sugaring has pioneered the North American market with the Art of Body Sugaring. They have developed a paste and unique technique to meet the needs of every person.

Advantages of Sugaring

• Sugaring paste is made from natural ingredients with no testing on animals and no harmful side effects caused by allergic reactions, it is so natural you can eat it!
• Sugar paste is applied at body temperature making it safe for all areas, and it will never burn the skin
• Sugar can be easily cleaned up with water and you will never feel sticky after a treatment
• It will extract the hair and exfoliate the dead skin cells, helping to free ingrown hairs
• The paste wraps around the hair shaft and seeps below the mouth of the follicle, lubricating the hair to make the extraction more complete and gentle
• Because the hair is extracted in the direction of growth, there is limited discomfort
• Sugaring paste is hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic
• It requires only 4-7 days growth after shaving
• After a number of treatments the hair follicle begins to deplete, the hair grows in more refined each time, and eventually it can lead to permanent removal of the hair.

The Spa at Yarrow Bay is located in the new, beautiful Waterfront Place building which neighbors the Yarrow Bay Marina. The view is spectacular, an ideal place to go when you’re ready for some pampering. With the selection of fabulous facials and luxurious body treatments, there’s something for everyone! Waxing is available as well as sugaring, which has gained popularity due to its pure and natural ingredients and amazing results. The Spa at Yarrow Bay carries two product lines, Pevonia and gloTherapeutics. Both of these lines are paraben-free and they deliver great results. Check out the spa page for a detailed list of services. When you book a service mention this blog and receive 25% off any service! This is for a limited time so don’t wait, book today!

What is Hydrelle?

Hydrelle is the first FDA-approved Hyaluronic Acid (HA)  filler to contain the anesthetic lidocaine providing you a more comfortable in-office experience with immediate and long-lasting results.

Hydrelle is a technologically advanced formulation that is clinically proven to be safe and effective. It delivers the highest concentration of hyaluronic acid, which is found naturally in your body. One syringe can improve the appearance of your wrinkles and can last up to a year.* Hydrelle is an affordable wrinkle treatment option for long-lasting results and potentially fewer facial injections. Contact us

What is Hyaluronic Acid?

HA is a form of sugar that is a natural component of healthy and hydrated skin. HA functions like a matrix to hold together collagen and elastin. When injected into the skin, it attracts water and provides volume to smooth and soften the look of wrinkles.

How Does Hydrelle Work?
Hydrelle is a soft, malleable injectable gel designed to reduce facial wrinkles. Hydrelle immediately adds a natural fullness and reduces the unwanted wrinkles that make us look older than we feel.

How Long Does Hydrelle Last?
Unlike other fillers that require multiple syringes and re-treatments, Hydrelle can last up to a year.

What Should I Expect?
Since everyone’s skin is unique, some patients may experience temporary redness, swelling or bruising. These symptoms normally disappear in a few days. No skin-testing is necessary, but Hydrelle is not for patients with sulfite allergies (i.e. red wine, dried fruit, etc.) Hydrelle is FDA-approved for moderate to severe facial lines and wrinkles, such as nasolabial folds.

Are Hydrelle Treatments Expensive?
Pricing is comparable to other HA fillers. However, Hydrelle with lidocaine can be much more affordable, because it’s long-lasting and often requires fewer syringes compared to other HA fillers.  Contact us

Before                                              After

E-mail us or call 888-658-6458 to schedule a consult with Dr McMillan to disuss your personal expectations.

Longer, thicker and darker eye lashes can now be yours with Latisse!

Latisse is available only by prescription and Dr McMillan can provide it for you at both the Kirkland and Issaquah locations.

Latisse is not mascara, fake lashes, or makeup. LATISSE™ is FDA approved and effective. It’s a once-a-day treatment you apply topically to the base of your upper eyelashes. Patients in a clinical trial saw results in as few as 8 weeks with full results after 12 to 16 weeks. In the clinical study, 78% had a significant increase in overall eyelash prominence (including elements of length, fullness, and darkness) at week 16.

Contact us to schedule a complementary consultation for Latisse and get the lashes you have always dreamed of.

Before Latisse Treatment

After Latisse Treatment

Watch the Latisse video featuring Brooke Shields