Take care of you...#2

 

We lead such busy lifestyles that we pay little or no attention to our body's health and wellbeing. The regular hair, nails, manicure and pedicure appointment is surely not enough to keep you going. We encourage you to treat your body as a whole and what better way than by adding Swedish Massage and Reflexology to your treatment routine? Below are brief descriptions of these treatments so that we understand what they are and their benefits.

Swedish Massage:
The general manipulation of muscles, skin and joints by applying pressure with the palms of hands, thumbs and fingers.

One can choose from the following massages depending on the area to be treated:
Shoulder, Neck and Back Massage
Head, Neck and Shoulder Massage
Full Body Massage
Foot Massage
Hand Massage

Benefits:
•Improves blood circulation and mobility of the muscles and joints.
•Brings about relaxation and or rejuvenation with reduced muscle aches, tension and stiffness.
•Helps reduce stress and improves overall mood

Massage can be done as often as needed with you having control as to how much pressure you need and where depending on the type of massage and its focus areas.

                                           
Reflexology:
Using the hand, thumb and fingers to apply pressure on the feet where there are reflex areas which correspond to glands, organs and parts of the body.
(This is not a massage)

We do not diagnose, prescribe nor treat any specific conditions. However, reflexology treatment provides the following benefits:

•A kickstart in detoxing the body
•Improves nerve and blood supply
•Helps improve organ functioning and normalising of body's systems
•Induces feeling of calm and relaxation
•Relieves stress and tension

Reflexology programme can be done once a week (minimum) for as long as needed. This helps us to keep a record of your body changes and progress throughout.

I’m due for a massage myself…As beg Zama for one J

Yours in Uzuri.

I'd like to book for a manicure...

This article is long over due. This is a brief explanation of some treatments that most of us get confused.

Manicure

Filing on the natural nail, pushing and softening of cuticles, exfoliation, massage, filling, buffing and shining or nail paint on hands. This treatment is done by both men and women.

Benefits: Clean and well-shaped nails, treating of cuticles which is vital for keeping your nails healthy and strong. The exfoliation removes dead skin cells and improves circulation and stimulates blood flow. It is very relaxing.

 

 

Pedicure

Filing on the natural nail, pushing and softening of cuticles, filing and exfoliation, massage, buffing and shining or nail paint on feet. This treatment is done by both men and women.

Benefits: The benefits of a pedicure are similar to manicures but just specifically designed for feet. The exfoliation and massage relieves aching feet and muscles and stimulates blood circulation. The oils and moisturizing elements keep feet well-hydrated and prevent dry cracked heels.

Paraffin Treatment

Dipping of hand or feet in warm oil based wax to soften rough skin. Soothes and softens dry, chapped, rough and scaly skin. This treatment is done by both men and women.

Benefits: Provides pain relief to sore joints and muscles. Soothes chronic joint pain and relaxes stiff muscles. Improves blood flow to the treated area.

 

 

Nail Enhancements

The use of different systems to give one longer, normal looking or stronger nails using either Acrylic or Gel systems. Gelish is simply gel that applies like nail polish. There are a whole of applications when it comes to this; a professional nail technician will be able to explain the difference and assist you in choosing the best one for you depending of the results you are after and taking into consideration the condition of your nails.

Benefits: Help conceal or fix broken, damaged, short and bad nails. Makes it hard for you to chew your own nails if you have that habit. Great for women with brittle and weak nails.

 

 

 

 

 Hopefully this has clarified a few things and will assist us when making our appointments :-)

Yours in Uzuri,

Sindisiwe Uzuri

 

 

After 8 years’ experience in the beauty industry, we have designed a tutorial aimed

at training the individual woman in effective make-up application techniques, suited to your lifestyle,

personality and of course aimed at enhancing your natural beauty.

 

• Do you battle to select the correct foundation colour?

• Do you struggle to define your eyebrows to enhance your natural shape?

• Does your make-up kit feel outdated and stale?

• Do you apply the same “look” no matter the occasion?

 

Then this is definitely for you!

 

Option 1 - Classic/Evening Basic make-up lesson – 3 hours (Private) R800.00 p.p

An intensive 2-3 hour session during which time we will perform a

modern classic look on you, explaining and demonstrating each technique we along. It is a practical hands-on lesson where we perform a makeover on one side of your

face and guide you as you proceed to achieve the same look on the other side of your face. Astounding results are

ALWAYS achieved! Includes brow shaping.

 

Option 2 - Basic Make-up Lesson Group Option - 4 hours R650.00 p.p

The group workshop is ideal for friends or moms and daughters. We follow the format of option 2 sharing our time

together. A minimum number of 3 ladies are required, while a maximum of 5 ladies is suitable. We can ensure a

really fun time together as you explore your hidden beauty. A lovely idea as an office party, pamper party for

bride to be or just a fun girls night only!!!.

 

PS: The price includes a professional 12 set make-up brush  J

                                                                                                           

Kind Regards,

Sindisiwe Uzuri

Beautiful Sne: 28 November 2014

Make-Up by Sindisiwe Uzuri
Congratulations Sne and Bongani! Such beautiful souls :-)

Mrs. Sam Magubane: 03 October 2014

Hair & Make-Up by Sindisiwe Uzuri. Congratulations hun! :-)

 

Xoliswa's Wedding: 15 November 2014

Congratulations Xoli! :-)

Etiquette 101

The world we live in as we know it is constantly evolving; us as individuals, our surroundings and what we are exposed to. In the journey that we are starting I am hoping that we will learn, grow together, teach and empower each other and also share all that will make us better individuals with those that are not on this platform as yet. There is so much to learn and I’m looking forward to unpacking each topic weekly.

The first question I often get from people when I mention etiquette is – “Yini manje leyo? Uyabona nje lezizinto zenu, nilokhu nizenza abelungu.” loosely translated “What on earth is that now? You like behaving like Caucasians!” So here it is – Etiquette is simply a system of conventional rules that regulate social behavior.

The word literally means a ‘ticket’ or ‘card’, and refers to the ancient custom of a monarch setting forth ceremonial rules and regulations to be observed by members of his court; I could bore you with the whole history lesson but I won’t.

Now a secondary question would be – What is the difference between Etiquette and Manners? Etiquette: Is a set of rules which when followed shows that you are doing things properly e.g using a flute to drink Champaign from instead of a cognac or brandy goblet. Manners: are what you do in a specific way to be polite and courteous e.g. saying ‘Please’ and ‘Thank you’.
There are different categories of Etiquette and the most common one is Dining Etiquette which we will focus on, next week where I’ll tell you a story about Gregory, an elderly Caucasian acquaintance of mine, sweet old man.

Corporate/Office Etiquette
Telephone Etiquette
Interview Etiquette
Meeting Etiquette
Social Etiquette
People Etiquette
House Guest Etiquette
Engagement Party Etiquette
Wedding Etiquette
Gym Etiquette

The above all fall part of Etiquette. As we evolve, Etiquette rules will definitely evolve as well – I’m quite certain that when it all started nobody thought there would ever be ‘Gym Etiquette’ because there were no gyms then lol! Over the next weeks we will tackle some of these categories individually.

In a world keyed to speed, skills development and personal branding; good manners, civility and etiquette are more important than ever before. Whether it’s unfair or not, people will make character judgments about you based on how you handle social situations. This can be a crucial factor when your superiors make decisions about how far and how high you can go in an organization or certain individuals have to decide if they want you around their personal space as you will soon learn in Greg’s story. You do not know these rules instinctively, no matter how smart you are. Somebody has to teach you. Somebody had to teach me.

We can no longer take for granted that we cannot be taken seriously if we do not take care of our image, etiquette and manners; fortunately for us two of these things can be taught, the question is – Are you willing to learn?
Till next week, stay true to you!

Sindisiwe Uzuri
Twitter: @sindisiweuzuri
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