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Apr 21

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NEW at Prép Beauty Parlour – Mood Colour Changing Nail Polish

By mika mcinnes | 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!

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.

: Neutral

: Submerging in cold water

: Nails after full submersion

: Close up – Perfect ombre, half warm half cold!

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!
https://www.facebook.com/prepbeautyparlour

Apr 20

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Skincare Favorite: Eminence Stone Crop Gel Wash

By mika mcinnes | Makeup, Prép Beauty Parlour

Luxury skin care line Eminence Organics is one of our most beloved brands. At Prép, we only carry brands we already know and love, so we can assure you’ll love them too! We are lucky to be one of Vancouvers authorized Eminence retailers!

We know that spring can be a tricky time when it comes to your skin. The transitioning weather and blooming plant life can really take a toll on the skins appearance and leave you wondering why your normal skin regime isn’t doing its job. Its typical to experience a little drynes or over production of oil in the T- Zone. Many people also experience acne breakouts around hairlines due to the warming weather and increased perspiration.

Available at Prép for $46

One of our must haves to fight off spring skin woes is Eminences Stone Crop Gel Wash! This lightweight gel cleanser is a perfect solution to washing away all impurities without drying out the skin, and can be used by people with even the most sensitive of complexions. The oil free formula works to balance skin tone and minimize blemishes and scarring. We love how cool and refreshing a good lather with this gel leaves the skin!

How To Use:
– Dispense a small amount (pea sized) into hands and dilute with water
– Apply to skin and massage in using small circular motions, being sure to cover all the face and neck. Massage for 1-3 minutes.
– Remove with a warm damp face cloth and finish with a spritz of Eminences Stone Crop Hydrating Mist.

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

Mar 30

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Vancouvers Best Eyelash Extensions- Prép Beauty Parlour

By mika mcinnes | Eyelash Extensions, Makeup, Prép Beauty Parlour, Weddings

We all know that one girl who has it all: the silky hair, white teeth, clear skin, bright eyes framed by long, luscious lashes. You dream of one day achieving the same level of perfection she’s always seemed to be on. Well, guess what? Throw that $100 junk mascara out the window because girl, Prép Beauty Parlour has the perfect solution for you!!

Our professionally trained lash technicians are here to give you a gorgeous set of lashes, customized to YOU and guaranteed to leave you feeling beautiful; inside and out.

Looking for something to amp up your everyday look, without the hassle of mascara? Try a Classic Set– priced at $85, this set gives you one faux mink lash per natural lash. Your awesome lash tech will start each appointment with a personal consultation where you get to decide the look and feel of your new lashes.

Tried the Classic and it just wasn’t enough? Go BIG with a 3D Russian Volume Set; $195 gets you not one but 3! faux mink lashes per natural lash, giving you a full, dramatic, and oh-so fun look that you can play up or down, depending on your mood.

Not quite right? NEW to our service menu Mixed Russian Volume & Classic Sets! These sets are great for the girl who is always on the go and needs to switch between glam and everyday looks easily. The fullness and volume is totally customizable, so you can choose what suits you and your needs best. Pricing for a Full Mixed Set starts at $150 with fills starting at $80. If you currently have a Classic or Russian Volume set on and would like to try a Mixed set, let Prép know when booking and we can ensure you get a great spot.

If you’re just looking to add a little volume to the ends, try a Winged Out Set, $35, where we extend just the outer corners for a cute & flirty feel without the drama of a Classic/Russian set.

What Is A Fill & When Do I Get One?
We recommend coming back and getting a fill (adding lashes to where they have naturally fallen out) every 2-6 weeks, or when you have a little more than 50% of your lashes left. Fills are priced according to your previous set: Classic Fill $60+, Russian Volume Fill $90+, Mixed Russian & Classic Fill $80+.

Prép Beauty Parlour was nominated and voted Best Lash Bar in the City of Vancouver by the amazing readers of the Westender Magazine in 2016! There is a reason why our lashes are loved around the lower mainland, and it is because we strive to be the best 200% of the time and to keep you feeling classy and beautiful! We guarantee you will love what our fabulous lash technicians have to offer!

Not sold yet? Have you heard about our super great Loyalty program? Prép offers Loyalty Punch Cards to all of our clients! For every service over $20 in value, your card gets a punch. After ten punches, you receive a FREE service, and a new punch card. Extra punches are also given when you refer a friend!
See our Prép Beauty Team and some more of their work here.

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

FEATURED: See us in on page 7 of March’s issue of HITCHED Wedding Magazine!!

Mar 24

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Bridal Spotlight: Danielle

By mika mcinnes | Makeup, On Location, Photography, Prép Beauty Parlour, Weddings

Another happy bride from Prép Beauty Parlour! Danielle was married on Sunday, May 17th at Vandusen Gardens, one of Vancouver’s most breathtaking and enchanting wedding venues. The Prép Beauty Team got Danielle & her wonderful bridal party ready at the Sandman Hotel in Richmond, British Columbia in the early afternoon. Bridal hair and makeup done by Mika and Faye, bridesmaids and mother’s done by Lisa, Crystal, Faye and Mika. We loved Danielle’s subtle but stunning makeup and her soft, romantic curls; she was truly a radiant bride!

“My bridesmaids and I all looked flawless. Faye gave me a down-do with loose curls that literally lasted all day long, through hours of outdoor ceremony and photo taking and even through all the dancing at the reception. The makeup that Mika applied stayed picture perfect as well – nothing ran, I didn’t look shiny (which for me is usually a given by the end of the day – and it was hot out), and I have wedding photos that look like we all walked out of a magazine. I had never felt more beautiful.” – Bride Danielle, 2015.

Danielle’s 5 lovely bridesmaids wore alternating style black dresses, a somewhat untraditional but simple color choice that contrasted beautifully and flattered everyone. The colours created a classic, elegant, and timeless look for the photos, and tied in perfectly with her “modern organic” theme. Danielle chose to have 2 different dresses for her special day, the first for her ceremony was a gorgeous strapless Monique Lhuillier gown with a fuller skirt that gave off a perfect princess-esque vibe. For her reception, Danielle slipped into a edgier Sarah Seven number that made dancing and eating much easier! No bridal outfit is complete without a ring however, and did Danielle’s Lugaro rock ever shine!!

Danielle found us while browsing through the hair and makeup section of the popular wedding website – VancityWeddings.com, as well as our Vancouver Yelp page. She also chose one of our favourite Vancouver wedding photographers, Matt Kennedy, to photograph her very special wedding day. You can see by the above preview photos that he did an amazing job with the gorgeous bridal party in the dazzling Vandusen Gardens.

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

FEATURED: See us in on page 7 of this months issue of HITCHED Wedding Magazine!!

Mar 24

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The BrushEgg: Why You NEED This In Your Easter Basket

By mika mcinnes | Makeup, Prép Beauty Parlour

Easter is just around the corner- Literally!! Why not leave a trail of these handy little tools and save the chocolate for yourself 😉

The BrushEgg is a fun and compact tool that is easy to transport and makes cleaning makeup brushes a breeze! Sadly, a large percentage of people don’t clean their makeup brushes properly or on a regular basis, and by not doing so this causes bacteria to build up, collecting oil, dust, leftover makeup, dirt, and dead skin particles trapped in the brushes. Every time you use a dirty brush, you are putting all of the buildup back onto your face. This doesn’t help your skin at all either. All of these factors can cause your makeup bristles to dry out and become brittle, as well as give you extreme acne breakouts and puts you at risk of developing allergies or sensitivities to products! Remember the importance of proper hygiene and cleanliness to avoid making any of these mistakes and start cleaning your brushes after each use!

The BrushEgg is made of a silky soft and durable silicone and is available at Prép in 3 different colours (Mint, Purple, Pink). It has smaller knobs on the top and grooves on the bottom. The smaller knobs are used for foaming and lathering soap and water into your brushes. The bottom grooves are used to agitate the bristles and remove dirt, oil, and product. For just $9.95, it’s a no brainer investment that will probably be used almost as often as your brushes… or at least it should!

How To Use:

Pump out a nickel size amount of gentle shampoo or natural body wash to the centre of your BrushEgg
Wet your makeup brush and rub it around until you see the colour come through on the BrushEgg
Rinse off your makeup brush, squeeze out excess water and lay on its side, or even better – hang your makeup brush upside down to dry
Repeat for all makeup brushes until clean!