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I am Debbie McGregor, owner and founder of Total Body Concept. I started the skincare clinic and day spa back in 1993. Welcome to my blog about fostering a holistic, more positive outlook on life. I have just started on my new life's mission to become a motivational speaker, and this blog will follow this journey. Enjoy!

This is a place where I would like to share my knowledge on everything from skincare and inner health to holistic living and the importance of meditation, creative visualisation and affirmations. Nothing in life is by chance – and in this blog I’ll tell you why. Come and join me as we learn to Live the Balance.

The Cleanse Combo

29th April 2015
The Cleanse Combo

It's so important to cleanse every morning and evening to remove every trace of impurity on your skin. This is particularly important after sleeping because your skin omits carbon dioxide on to the surface area. 

Resultime by Collin Paris has released their 'Cleanse Combo', an amazing duo of their famous Cleansing Milk + Collagen or Cleansing Cream + Collagen and Micellar Water with Hyaluronic Acid in a beautiful gift bag. These products do wonders removing make up, cleansing and toning, whilst preserving the skin’s youthfulness.

Buy either cleanser ($49) and receive the Micellar Water for free (valued at $49.50).

 

 

 

 

 

Put diaphragmatic breathing into your daily routine

16th April 2015
Put diaphragmatic breathing into your daily routine

Never underestimate the benefits of being able to breathe properly! 

Our diaphragmatic breathing exercise is life changing. Perform your exercise whenever the opportunity arises to reduce stress at any time: Before you go to bed, after you have risen, before big meetings or take a break during the day - do several diaphragmatic breaths and you'll naturally expand your lung capacity. Remember, it's bettter to do five breaths than none!

FOLLOW THESE STEPS FOR A PERFECTLY EXECUTED DIAPHRAGMATIC BREATH:

STEP 1 - Turn your phone off and sit with your feet on the floor

STEP 2 - Sit in a quiet place where you will not be interrupted

STEP 3 - Place the tip of your tongue on the roof of your mouth and relax your jaw during this process

STEP 4 - Now take a long slow deep breath in (through your nose), feeling your abdomen extend and allowing your breath to completely fill your entire lung capacity (which is effectively up to the tip of y... Continue reading

We are getting iPads so you can visibly see the results of your skin treatments

15th April 2015
We are getting iPads so you can visibly see the results of your skin treatments

From May we will be using iPads to capture the before and after of your skin, so you can see the visible results of your treatments and home care. Don't forget the 30:70 rule! If you haven't heard about this, ask your therapist the next time you see her.

Dehydrated skin? Try the Radiance Renewing Facial by Collin Resultime

15th April 2015
Dehydrated skin? Try the Radiance Renewing Facial by Collin Resultime

If you need a late summer pick-me-up, a Radiance Renewing Facial is a must! This facial brightens, hydrates and regenerates your skin whilst combating those pesky fine lines. The intense combination of Collagen and Vitamin C will brighten and hydrate your skin too!

Our April Special

11th April 2015
Our April Special

Our Lumenis M22 technology is recognised as the world's best for photo rejuvenation, broken capillaries, reducing fine lines, for the treatment of stretch marks and acne and surgical scars and the removal of unwanted hair. For the month of April we are offering a full face of IPL for only $299 and a free consultation with our specialised IPL therapists.

Call us on 03 377 5430 or book online at www.totalbodyconcept.co.nz

Do you know your skin can dehydrate in Autumn?

2nd April 2015
Do you know your skin can dehydrate in Autumn?

Your skin responds to the weather.

An increase in artificial heating over the colder months will dehydrate your skin and increase the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. There's a lot you can do to prevent the negative effects of air conditioning and the changing seasons. Hydrating facials are key to keeping the skin plump and supple.

At home skincare is still a must. Remember 70% of results come from what you do at home. We will be re-assessing your home care with our results-driven products to adjust to seasonal changes accordingly. And don't forget the SPF 30+! Keep up with the water intake and eat more natural omegas (including sardines, salmon, walnuts green vegetables and flaxseeds).

Have you tried our M22 ResurFX laser?

2nd April 2015
Have you tried our M22 ResurFX laser?

We use the Lumenis M22 ResurFX laser at Total Body Concept for skin resurfacing and for the treatment of acne scars, surgical scars, stretch marks and lines around the eyes. If you want younger, healthier and glowing-looking skin then you must give the M22 a try! 

About the M22 ResurFX Laser 

The M22 ResurFX is a fibre laser and the only true fractional non-ablative skin resurfacing technology. It uses a very advanced CoolScan scanner for non-sequential scanning and continuous cooling for safety and protection of the skin.

The treatment works to stimulate deep collagen regeneration over a sequence of treatments

When You'll Start Seeing Results 

Approximately three sessions are required to achieve visible improvement in skin texture and fine lines. Optimal results are achieved after three - five sessions in four - five week intervals. 

What to Expect After... Continue reading

Monthly Message

1st April 2015
Monthly Message

Our monthly message for April is:

"Balance your skin, mind and body by updating your skin care routine. Talk to us about our IPL technology for beautiful skin and have a calming, re-balancing, restorative Reiki treatment. Your bliss."

Product spotlight: Resultime Collagen Gel

26th March 2015
Product spotlight: Resultime Collagen Gel

It's hard for us to pick our favourite skincare product from our Ultraceuticals and Resultime range, but if pressed we'd say the Resultime Collagen Gel is high up on our list! This fast absorbing jelly penetrates the skin at a deep level, unlike many other anti-ageing creams. With the collagen gel the skin instantly looks smooth, hydrated and plumped up. h

How did your skin survive summer?

10th March 2015
How did your skin survive summer?

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Increased signs of pigmentation? Broken capillaries / redness? Dehydration? Fine lines?

Summer's extreme UVA and UVB rays can wreck havoc on our skin. To see instant improvement in the texture and appearance of your skin, try our world-class Medical Grade M22 IPL photojuvenation treatments. Book a skin consultation online -- for the month of March, it's free!

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