Dehydration

Winter can wreak havoc on our skin’s ability to stay adequately hydrated. Whether you have chronically dry skin or it’s just a seasonal issue, a collagen facial is a great option for combating this condition. A collagen treatment will not only reduce the symptoms of dry skin, it is also likely to bring on a noticeable, flattering glow!

Premature Aging

UV rays, pollution, and stress work against our natural collagen. While we cannot avoid these forces altogether, an expertly applied collagen facial can help combat their undesired effects on our skin. A collagen facial will have a plumping effect on the face and improve elasticity for a more youthful texture.

Acne and Blackheads

Though some are lucky to leave acne behind in their teens, many of us are plagued with this issue well into adulthood. If you struggle to keep your skin clear, a collagen facial can help. As a key player in the healing process, collagen can be applied to help resolve troublesome acne and blackheads at a faster rate.

At LillieAnn’s Skin & Massage Therapy, we tailor our facials to the needs of each client. We may also recommend a collagen facial to treat inflammation, hyper pigmentation, and fine lines. Call us to make an appointment at 312.243.1940 or visit www.lillieanns.com to book online.

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Exfoliate 

Dead skin cells are one of the many factors that can cause acne breakouts. The over-accumulation of old cells can clog pores, ultimately forming a pimple. Our South Loop skin care specialists have mastered the art of gentle exfoliation to help remove any dead skin build-up. This will help give your skin that special glow in addition to fighting acne. 

Moisturize

Keeping your skin moisturized, while removing excess oil is the key to keeping your face balanced and clean. Facials help your skin achieve the perfect range of moisturization for healthy, uncontaminated pores. Moisturizing facials also help keep your face plump and soft for an overall and immediate improvement. 

Remove Buildup  

Some facials such as LillieAnn’s deep pore facial are specially designed to remove existing impurities. These facials use techniques to extract the dirt, oil and buildup that accumulate within your pores. This helps target irritated areas and reduce inflammation in your face. 

It’s important to remember while facials have ample benefits, they probably won’t clear your skin in just one treatment. Our South Loop skin care treatments each have a different and specific purpose. The best way to fight acne is to schedule a series of facials at LillieAnn’s. To schedule your next facial visit us online at www.lillieanns.com or call 312.243.1940.

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Before Your Wax

• Grow Out Your Hair: The most important thing to do before your first wax is to make sure your hair is long enough. For optimal hair removal, your hair should be at least the length of a grain of rice.
• Exfoliate: Using a gentle exfoliate before your wax is key for a great experience. This makes it easier for the wax to adhere to the hair instead of your skin, which makes the experience less painful in the long run.

During Your Wax

• Breathe & Relax: While you might experience slight discomfort throughout your wax, it is best to stay calm and take deep breaths. Holding your breath will only cause you to focus more on the pain.
• Keep Your Skin Taut: During the wax, your wax specialist will instruct you to hold your skin taut for certain strips. This will allow for the quickest and easiest results.

Wax Types

There are two different waxing styles at our spa in the South Loop but talk to your waxing specialist if you desire something different.

• Bikini Line: In this wax, the professional will only take hair off the side and top of your bikini area. This means that if you are wearing a bikini, no hairs will be sticking out.
• Bikini Full: Go one extra step and instruct your waxing professional to take as much or as little off the front of your bikini area as you want.

Contact our spa in South Loop for your next waxing appointment by visiting us online or calling 312.243.1940.

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Try Something New

After a while, routine dinner dates can start to feel a little boring. Skip the usual plans and spice up your love life by scheduling a couples massage. Sharing a new experience with your significant other will bring new excitement and strengthen your bond with each other. This sensual and intimate opportunity allows you to feel closer and more comfortable in your relationship.

Mindfulness With Partner

Massages have proven to help your mental well-being by reducing stress and anxiety. Experiencing this state of mental relaxation with your partner will encourage better communication throughout your relationship. In addition, a massage helps to relieve toxins and encourage your body to produce serotonin. These happy hormones released during a couples massage from LillieAnn’s massage spa in West Loop Chicago will increase feelings of affection and intimacy with your partner.

Health Benefits

Couples massages hold the same health benefits as any other massage including increased circulation, boost in the immune system and promoted healing. Stop celebrating anniversaries with unhealthy habits like sugary treats and bottles of wine. Instead, share a relaxing experience that will make you both feel better in the long run.

Experience the joy and pleasure of a couples massage with your partner. Book your massage today at LillieAnn’s Massage Spa in West Loop Chicago by visiting us online or calling 312.243.1940.

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Hormone Regulation

When a pregnant woman seeks massage therapy, hormone levels that are associated with relaxation and stress are significantly altered. This means that with a prenatal massage, a woman is exposed to mood regulation and improved cardiovascular health. Hormone level changes can lead to fewer birth complications when therapeutic massages are incorporated regularly.

Swelling Reduction

Joint swelling during pregnancy is normal and quite common, but massages help stimulate soft tissues, ultimately reducing the collection of fluids in swollen joints. The massage can help improve the removal of tissue waste that’s normally carried by the body’s lymph system.

Nerve Pain Reduction

Sciatic nerve pain is the pressure of the uterus as it spreads tension to the muscles of the upper and lower back. Nerve pain happens normally in late pregnancy as the uterus begins to rest on the muscles of the pelvic floor and lower back. Massage therapy can help address these inflamed nerves by releasing the tension on nearby muscles, giving women a significant reduction in sciatic nerve pain.

Ready to book your prenatal massage? Contact LillieAnn’s Spa in the West Loop today to book your appointment with one of our experienced massage therapists.

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Reduce Stress and Relieve Psychological Distress

As mentioned above, according to a study published in the Biomedical Research journal, facial massages help activate your sympathetic nervous system to reduce your anxiety levels, ultimately uplifting your mood. Massaging your face’s pressure points helps the function of other organs.

Cleanses and Rejuvenates Skin

Our facials help cleanse your face thoroughly, better than you’d be able to at home. We know your skin type and what needs to be done in order to keep it in good shape. Additionally, our facials help rejuvenate the skin by using various methods, products, and technology that help improve your skin’s texture.

Opens Up Your Pores

If you are constantly commuting in Chicago, you know it’s impossible to avoid all the pollution and damage that’s caused by the environmental free radicals. Your skin is consistently bombarded with UV rays and other toxic substances, which accumulate on the skin’s surface and clog the pores. Our professionals use steam to open up the pores, remove all the dead cells, and help prevent acne and other skin issues.

Keep your stress levels at bay this fall and come to LillieAnn’s for a facial to improve your skincare in the West Loop.

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Why Waxing Is Better Than Shaving

Even though shaving proves to be more pain-free than waxing, there are many benefits that come with waxing. If you’re still considering if waxing is right for you, check out this fact list that comes with waxing:

• Longer Lasting: Since shaving only cuts the hair down to the surface of the skin, it grows back much faster. Waxing removes the hair follicles from the base, keeping the hair from growing back immediately.

• Smoother Feel: Shaving can cause razor burn and unwanted ingrown hairs that can leave your skin bumpy and irritated. Waxing removes hair at the root, helping you avoid unwanted redness and eliminates the annoyance of razor burn. Since the wax is also longer lasting, waxed areas will remain smoother for longer.

• Thins Hair: Shaving, especially in the bikini area, can cause hair to grow back thicker and darker. The thicker your hair becomes the more likely shaving can cause razor burn. As hair thickens, ingrown hairs also occur more frequently. Luckily, waxing removes the hair at the follicle, which helps you avoid irritating ingrown hairs while also thinning your hair with each removal.

For all your waxing needs, visit LillieAnn’s spa in the South Loop. Head over to our website to learn more about our waxing options and which one is right for you.

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Massage Frequency

Just like yoga, if you get massages frequently, you will feel better with the cumulative results. Massages may be beneficial if you are stressed or participate in a lot of daily activities, but it can also be preventative as well. If you are unsure of how often you should be getting massages, you can ask one of our therapists, and they can recommend the frequency based off of a few sessions.

Don’t Wait For A Stressful Event

If you have an injury, high stress level, or general pain, sometimes a massage could have helped avoid these ailments. A massage can be used as a preventative measure instead of the cure to pain and trauma, and ultimately you may feel healthier and less likely to injure yourself in upcoming activity.

lillieAnn’s Options

From customized massage therapy to hot stone treatment, lillieAnn’s offers a plethora of options that are medically proven to alleviate stress and even, in some cases, lower blood pressure and improve circulation. Allow us to help you rejuvenate and rehabilitate your body, leaving you stress free and relaxed.

Check out the types of therapies that we offer or call now to book your appointment at our spa in West Loop. We look forward to seeing you this summer.

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Benefit One: Work-Related Stress

If you have a high-stress job or work has been busy in general, you should seek massage therapy. Stress can cause joint and muscle pain, shoulder tension, fatigue, headaches, and even insomnia. A massage can reduce your stress by boosting energy levels, thus reducing all the results that come with it.

Benefit Two: Depression or Anxiety

Two of the most common mental health issues are depression and anxiety and massage therapy can reduce the symptoms of these illnesses. Massage therapy can activate a person’s sympathetic nervous system, reducing the overall anxiety and improved the mood.

Benefit Three: Lower Blood Pressure and Improve Circulation

Studies have discovered that regular massage therapy sessions can reduce blood pressure levels. Lower blood pressure reduces the risk of heart attack, stroke, and/or kidney failure. Did you know that if your body is receiving regular massages, your circulation will improve? Hands-on pressure moves blood through the damaged and congested areas of the body. The results? Lower blood pressure and better circulation.

Benefit Four: Muscle Relaxation

We all want to be constantly relaxed. Eliminating tense muscles, increasing flexibility, and providing relaxation to the affected muscles—these are results from massage therapy. If you’ve had a recent injury, this helps, too. Releasing endorphins and boosting serotonin levels in the body helps promote healthier living.

We all need a little more healing and pain management techniques. lillieAnn’s is here for your massage therapy needs. Check out the types of therapies that we offer. Call now to book your appointment at our South Loop spa. We look forward to seeing you.

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Quit Electronics Before Bed

Get off all things electronic–your phone, television, laptop at least an hour before you get in bed. Spring is busy in the work world and you’ll be surprised (or not) to find yourself non-stop working. Stop answering emails before you close your eyes for the night. Your phone will be there for you in the morning, so try to charge it anywhere other than your bedroom. Read a book, magazine, or article instead of binge-watching a show late at night. Allow yourself to decompress for the day. Discover how awake and productive you can be the next day.

Skincare Routine Change-Up

For most, the weather can affect your skin. Chicago skin care can be tricky, but switching up face washes along with your morning and nightly routines can make all the difference. Make sure you recognize the type of skin you have (oily, dry, etc.) when buying a new face wash. Skin changes throughout the year, so your product should, too!

Spa in Chicago Day

Plan a personal spa day for yourself. You deserve it. Even a one hour massage can totally change your mindset for the day, even the week. We have multiple options to choose from and you’ll be in professional hands.

Breathe. Relax. Enjoy the Chicago flowers. And most of all, stop by today to slow life down at lillieAnn’s.

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