The Toxic Trade in Fake Make-up

By Charlotte Kemp for the Daily Mail How counterfeit cosmetics containing dangerous levels of arsenic are being sold online to unsuspecting bargain hunters When Mandy Lanham saw her favorite foundation for sale online at a greatly reduced price she snapped it up — after all, few of us can resist a beauty bargain. The product… Read more »

How A Pigmentation Spot Forms

  Hyperpigmentation is a common challenge in the treatment room. One question we get frequently, is how exactly do spots and demarcations form? Of course there are a variety of factors that come into play here – overall health, stress levels, sun exposure, medications, and the list goes on. A breakdown of the process, however,… Read more »

How-To: Simple, Classic Updo

Social media and the internet are full of beautiful updo tutorials, but not all of them are feasible for the average woman. If you’re still working on perfecting your styling sills and you don’t have a lot of time, attempting complex styles can lead to frustration. Chelsea, Stylist from Simonson’s Coon Rapids, has a simple,… Read more »

How-To: Pravana Neons

Give highlighting your hair a new meaning with Pravana! Pravana is the leader in creative hair colors and provide the most vibrant, long-lasting colors on the market. This award winning collection brings 5 shockingly, electric colors – Neon Pink, Neon Orange, Neon Yellow, Neon Green and Neon Blue. Wear these neon colors alone to make… Read more »

The Solution to Breast Discomfort: Mammagard

Do you avoid lying on your stomach due to breast discomfort, especially during your massage? The longstanding complaint of ‘squashed breasts’ is something our technicians understand on a daily basis. Breasts are, to varying degrees, pressure intolerant structures that require protection in prone/face down positions. We found a solution for you…Mammagard! Mammagard is a breast… Read more »

How-To: Flawless Foundation

Achieve a perfect complexion with tips from National Makeup Artist Kate McCarthy as she shows you how to apply flawless foundation. Glominerals products are available at all three Simonson’s locations. Having trouble viewing the video above? Click Here.

Boston Scientific Wellness Fair

On May 14, 2015 Simonson’s team members, Shelley (Aesthetician), Rachelle (Massage Therapist), Krista (Guest Service Team) and Jenni (Guest Service Educator) attended the Boston Scientific Wellness Fair! Over 300 Boston Scientific employees attended the event which took place at their Maple Grove campus. During the event, a live Body Contour Purifying Wrap was showcased and… Read more »

How-To: Halo Braid

Braid enthusiasts, this one’s for you! These halo braids keep showing up on the runways and red carpet season after season. It takes practice but is beyond impressive once it’s mastered. Watch this short video and learn how to master this show-stopping style! Viewing on a mobile device? CLICK HERE