Host Your Bachelorette Party Downtown Vancouver! | Prép Beauty Parlour

By | Event, Eyelash Extensions, Eyelashes, Makeup, Nails, Prép Beauty Parlour, Technicians, Weddings
Russian Volume Kei

Russian Volume Kei

Ladies!

That special day is coming up! And as we all know, there’s no special day without the special ladies’ bachelorette night! We at Prép understand that planning the exclusive night can be majorly stressful for the maid of honour! WARNING! NOT GOOD! ABORT!

With that said, have you wanted to host an exclusive get away with the girls without having to leave the city? Or maybe you’re tired of all those ‘special’ nights out with the girls? And maybe all you and the girls want is a relaxing, exclusive spa day followed by activities brought in by the night? Then Prép Beauty Parlour in Downtown Vancouver has the PERFECT solution for you!

Prép Beauty Parlour is now happy to offer a relaxing space for all of you and your girlfriends! With our salon located in the middle of Downtown, Vancouver, there’s no hassle to book for spa days outside the city! Making sure you have extra time to plan for that special day, and one less thing to worry about! You and your girlfriends can come in and enjoy many of our salon services including gel manicures (read about EXTENSIONS here!!) , pedicures, eyelash extensions (Curious to know what these are? Click here and here to find out!)), and even make- up to PREP you lovely ladies for an incredible night out!

Lashes by Alisha

Lashes by Alisha

Nails- ON FLEEK! Lashes- ON FLEEK! What else are we missing? Hair and make-up! With the help of our beloved friends from Mac, Tom Ford, YSL, you know it!-  We can finish off this perfect Bachelorette’s package!

With our many talented artists at Prép, we offer hair and make-up service! Helping you and your besties a night to remember! Not sure on make-up ideas or looks? Don’t worry, we got you covered, so the only life-changing decisions you have to make, are what to wear! Stay tuned…

♥GLAMOROUS EYES♥

The perfect glitter dabbed right on the centre is all the rave on social media and Instagram! A touch of dazzle here, a touch of sparkle there, it’s all eyes on you! This shimmery look is destined to stun everybody! Pair it with the perfect nude and your killer dress and rock the night away!

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♥SEXY POUT♥

Red typically wouldn’t be an everyday colour to wear, but with this event coming up, Prép recommends several bright lip looks! (Especially lovin’ Dior Dolce Vita!) Red lips add a touch of class and glamour that no one can shy away from! Pair it with a smokey eye or a neutral eye, this look is sure to bring out the best in them! Here’s a handy chart of reds for you and your Prép make- up artist to choose from!

Red Lip Look

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♥DRAMATIC LASHES♥

Favouring a more muted nude lip, but still wanting to leave an impression? Don’t worry, with the help of our Russian Volume lash extensions, and our mixed sets, you can achieve that astonishing eye look without being overboard! Lashes are essential to opening up your eyes and ensuring you look glamorous the entire night! Prefer a more natural lash look? All make-up services offered by Prép Beauty Parlour includes a free set of remy strip lash for you and your Prép artist to choose from! We are in love with style ‘Lashlorette’ — now carried exclusively at Prép!

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♥ETHEREAL NEUTRAL♥

Brought into attention by the Kardashians, neutral and glowy make-up is becoming increasingly popular! With the killer eyeliner and more than enough dustings of highlight (You know we can’t help ourselves..! At Prép we are loving Becca’s Opal Highlighter and Mac’s Soft and Gentle!) Together with a gentle smoked crease and yet another rose nude (Charlotte Tilbury Nude Kate and MAC’s Velvet Teddy are some of our favourites! , your natural look is well on it’s way to dazzling even the toughest of crowds!

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YOUNGBLOOD Mineral Cosmetics now at 50% off!

YOUNGBLOOD Mineral Cosmetics now at 50% off!

As our artists are high in demand and are available on a first come first serve basis, to secure bookings, a non refundable deposit of 50% of the total bill is required. All prices do not include tax or gratuity (.15%). Bookings starting before 7am are subject to early morning fees (per artist). Consultations and trials are available, please inquire.

Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

Gel Extensions Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

By | Nails, Prép Beauty Parlour

Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Many clients will often ask why Prép doesn’t offer acrylic nail services. And here is why!

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

At Prép, we only use sculpted hard gel, meaning we stick a form onto your nail and build the nail. All without the use of a nail tip. Nail tips and acrylics create a bond that surpasses the strength of natural nail to nail bed. So if the nail is damaged, it will expose the nail bed for fungus and other nasty infections to grow!

In most cases, gel nail extensions will not damage the natural nail if applied by a trained technician such as the ones at Prép. Gel extensions are tend to be more flexible than acrylic nails ,so it will shape to the hand and will feel very comfortable and natural to wear. Acrylics may be uncomfortable to wear as it may bother the cuticle area. If stress is applied to nails, it will bend slightly rather than snap off or damage the natural nail much like acrylics will do. Overuse and wrongful application of primer will lead to damage on nail bed. Many clients will question a ‘dent’ or ‘impression’ on the natural nail. This is caused by abrasive filing using a drill on the natural nail. 

With a quick and simple process, gel extensions can be removed by simply hand buffing the top hard gel layer, and then soaking off the nail extension with acetone deluged cotton pad. Whereas acrylic removals require complete soaking of nail in a bowl of 100% acetone, alternating with filing the soft layer between every soak. This can be extremely drying to the cuticle, nail, as well as area around the nail.

Combined with the strong odour, acrylic has chemicals that are used together with powder when applying-these chemicals are notoriously hazardous and contain resins and formaldehyde that have been proven to cause cancer. Frequent acrylic nail applications can result in complete destruction of nail matrix due to exposure to these chemicals. MMA(methyl methacrylate) is often found in acrylic ingredients. And though it is safe to use for dental purposes, it poses as a high risk hazard for use on nails and in a salon. MMA has been known to cause permanent numbness in fingers, severe allergic reactions, and damage to natural nail, as well as respiratory problems from inhaling the acrylic powder.

At Prép we have a variety of gel polishes from brands like CND (Shellac), Akzentz (Luxio), Vetro, etc to ensure each Prépped queen leaves with the perfect manicure! Our nail technicians possess extremely creative minds who will design your nails to your best liking!

Check out each of our fabulous Prép Nail Tech’s artwork here!

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Hologram Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Hologram Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

 

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Glass Holo Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Glass Holo Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

 

Each one of our artists have a different style and look to your nails- you’re guaranteed to be in love by the end of your visit!

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

♡Nail artist Haya♡

Elegance is her specialty! Come and visit to have your nails bedazzled, gemmed and sparkled                                                                  up!

 

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

♡Nail Artist Sirkka (Cir- ca) ♡

Clean, crisp, and classic designs. Sirkka’s nail work is the epitome of class. Coupled with an excellent eye for contrast, she also manages to capture the professional aspects of nail design

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions Art Vancouver | Prép Beauty Parlour

♡Nail Artist Kiyomi♡

Known for her love for nail art, Kiyomi specializes in intricate designs, patterns and gem arrangements on her designs. Have an idea? Let’s hear it!

Prép Beauty Parlour now offers the following

Gel Extensions – $75

Gel Extension Fills- $50

Gel Polish Manicure -$45

Gel Extension Removal – $20

Gel Polish Removal (If done at Prép)- Free!

Gel Polish Removal (Not done at Prép)- $15

PLEASE NOTE: PREP BEAUTY PARLOUR DOES NOT OFFER ACRYLIC REMOVALS!

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Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

TREND ALERT! Chrome Nail’s with Prép Beauty Parlour

By | Nails, Prép Beauty Parlour

It’s the morning of your nail appointment and you have no idea what you want , all of the sudden your at your appointment & the nail tech ask’s you “What beautiful design are we creating this time?” and you may be sitting there thinking to yourself that you need a change, maybe a slight one or maybe something with a little drama. Well if you’re not wanting the same accent nail’s you always go for you may want to take a look at our chrome and hologram options.

The nail design is elegant and classy while still letting you have some fun! yYou’re probably thinking “What the heck is hologram nails??” Well, here at Prép we are all about innovation and broadening your nail experience, so we added something different to our already big collection!

 

Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

Sculptured Gel Extensions| Prép Beauty Parlour

Vancouver’s Best: Sculpted Gel Extensions At Prép Beauty Parlour

By | Nails, Prép Beauty Parlour, Uncategorised

Tired of your regular classic polish manicure? Dreaming of elongated, perfectly lacquered nails? Why not visit one of Vancouver’s top nail salons, Prép Beauty Parlour, for a relaxing and fun new set of sculpted gel extensions?! Read more to learn why gel extensions are going to be your new obsession.

Before gel extensions were popular, the raging nail trend must have was acrylic nails. Acrylic nails are made by using a mixture of liquid monomer and powder polymer, which is applied to the top of the nails and then hardens when exposed to air. While acrylic nails are still widely popular, the newer and ultimately better for you option, is gel extensions.

Gel extensions are applied in 3 steps. After the nails are filed and buffed, a base coat is applied. From there, a thick, malleable sculpting gel is spread over top of the nail and can also be used to create an extension off the nail. The gel is spread around the nail evenly, creating a smooth canvas for colouring. Instead of exposing the gel to air, the nails are placed under a UV light for 2-3 minutes. After the gel is cured (fully hardened) the nails can be filed and shaped and then colour can be applied. The process ends with a top coat that also is placed under UV light to cure, and finished by a quick swipe of alcohol to remove the tacky surface left behind from the top coat.

While both are great options for extensions, there is no denying the clear differences. Acrylic nails tend to seep through the nail bed, which can be dangerous and can be a breeding ground for bacteria and fungus. Gel extensions sit on top of the nail bed and cause the least damage to the nail bed. The polymer used in acrylics is also extremely bad for inhalation, and is not recommended for use in areas without proper ventilation. Although gel extensions also use a chemical process to bond to the nail, acrylic nails are made up of stronger chemicals and produce more potent fumes. Gel extensions do not give off any fumes, and are considered an eco-friendlie option. Acrylic nails are not recommended for women pregnant or nursing, whereas gel extensions can be applied no matter if you are with child or without.

Try Them Out For Yourself!

Call us today to find out when you can get your new set of beautiful hand sculpted gel extensions by our resident Gel Extension Expert, Haya! Haya is Akzentz certified and can recreate almost any nail design you can dream!
Currently, we offer gel extensions at Prép done by Haya. We do not offer acrylic nails as of now.

New Full Set Gel Extensions – $75
Gel Extension Fill – $45
Gel Extension Removal – $20
Add Nail Art – $5+
Add French – $10
Add Express Pedicure – $35
(See nail art here!)

Nail Care:
Having extensions doesn’t mean you don’t need to still take care of your natural nails! Nail health is almost more important after you apply extensions to the nails. Be sure to clean underneath, on top, and the skin surrounding your nails with a nail brush and gentle antibacterial soap daily to keep bacteria to a minimum. Because they have been exposed to chemicals, over time the nail bed will soften. It is important to take a break, every year or so, to let your natural nails breathe and grow. As extensions grow out, they also detach from the nail bed and that’s where you can accumulate a major fungal or bacterial infection; make sure you are scheduling fills according to the time it takes your nails to grow out. Broken nails can also be a hazard for bacteria growth, so if you do break a nail, try to schedule an appointment with your certified nail technician right away.


Prép Beauty Parlour is located at 1054 Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages! https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

 

NEW at Prép Beauty Parlour – Mood Colour Changing Nail Polish

By | Nails, Prép Beauty Parlour

Here at Prép we are constantly brainstorming new ideas to spice things up! Colour changing mood nail polish has become quite a sought after trend in Vancouver, and we are so excited to share it with you!!

We have 3 new fun colours available at Prép! Take a look at these super cute mood changing nails! On top of gel extensions, we used a gorgeous mood polish that goes on baby pink and darkens to deep fuchsia! Love!
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How It Works:
The polish is applied appearing as one colour. The average body temperature of humans is about 97-99 degrees (Farenheit). The nail polish will change colours when heated to about 91 degrees. Changes in elevation of body temperature will change the colour of the polish. Mood polishes are also known as thermochromic polishes, which means they change colour when exposed to heat. Thermochromic polishes are made using pigments called leuco dyes, which consist of tiny little spheres called microcapsules, which are about 1 to 10 microns across. Inside these little spheres are 3 important chemicals; Dye, a coloured chemical which can undergo a reversible reaction, combining with a H+ ion to become colourless, and Weak Acid, a colourless chemical, which can also undergo a reversible reaction, combining with the H+ ion. These 2 chemicals essentially fight for the H+ ion, as there is not enough for both to have their own. When the H+ ion is attached to the weak acid, the dye is coloured, and looks solid. When the H+ ion is attached to the dye, it appears colourless and see through.
The 3rd chemical component, solvent, is what ties it all together and basically dictates where the H+ ion will be attached, in relation to heat. Solvent has a melting point, when it changes from solid to liquid, like ice melting into water, around the temperature at which you want the colour to change. When the solvent is hot, the H+ ion tends to attach to the dye (colourless), whereas when it is cold it will stick to the weak acid.

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Get Your Mood Polish Mani TODAY!! Our Nail Services:
Express manicure – includes cuticle/nail care, and classic nail polish $30
Express pedicure – includes cuticle/nail care, and classic nail polish $35
Express manicure & pedicure package – includes cuticle & nail care, classic nail polish $50
Prép Manicure  – includes nail care, message & exfoliation, and classic nail polish $35
Prép Pedicure – includes nail care, message & exfoliation, and classic nail polish $40
Prép manicure & pedicure package – includes nail care, message & exfoliation, and classic nail polish $70
Classic nail polish change $15
Gel polish manicure – includes cuticle & nail care, gel nail polish $45
Gel polish removal (from another salon) $15
Gel polish removal (from Prép) – free
Gel extensions – new set $75
Gel extension fill $45
Gel extension removal $20
Prép ‘lil ladies pedicure (under 12) $15

Prép Beauty Parlour is located on Hornby Street in beautiful downtown Vancouver, British Columbia. We specialize in nails, eyelash extensions, waxing, massages, facials, event/bridal hair & makeup. We’d love to hear from you! Email inquiries to info@prepbeautyparlour.com. Call us at 604-764-6452. Check out our 5 Star Yelp page here! Don’t forget to follow and like our Instagram and Facebook pages!
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