Fantasia Salon / Spa and Wig Specialists

Individuals undergoing chemotherapy and radiation cancer treatments are both physically and emotionally affected by the experience. We all know about some of the things cancer patients deal with such as loosing their hair and feeling nauseated a lot of the time. But, they also deal with dry cracked skin which can cause additional anxiety over their physical appearance.

Lindy Snider developed a commercial line of skin care products specifically for those undergoing cancer treatments. Lindy saw first-hand the skin irritations of her friends caused by their cancer treatments. In 2003, she launched her Lindi Skin products line.

It was Lindy’s desire to show people affected by cancer what they could do to improve their appearance. Lindy’s products range from sun screen to lotion, body wash, lip balm, face moisturizer plus more. The products were developed by medical professionals specifically to treat the dry, cracked, sensitive skin which comes along with the cancer treatments. However, people not undergoing cancer treatment, but who have sensitive skin are using the products as well. The interesting thing we see at Fantasia is that while people might begin using the products while undergoing cancer treatments; they fall in love with the products and continue using them long after they have discontinued their treatments. Some of the products, such as the serums, we literally cannot keep in stock!

According to Steve Rosenman, Lindi Skin’s marketing director, the best aspect of the Lindi products is how quickly they are absorbed into the skin. You put the product on and it’s almost as though it evaporates. This is particularly beneficial for cancer patients who previously used to cover themselves in thick petroleum jelly or other oily, greasy products, trying to alleviate the dry, cracked skin. And another benefit to the Lindi products is the quality of ingredients which are used. There are no chemicals or toxic ingredients, only good nourishing things such as botanicals and plant extracts.

Many of those who work with those undergoing cancer treatments such as Fabulous Faces by Fantasia and the Look Good…Feel Better program support Lindi Skin and feel it enhances the quality of life for people undergoing cancer treatment.

Protecting one’s skin is particularly important for cancer patients. This is the reason Lindi Skin products were developed, with their unique needs in mind. The product is moist and smooth and actually feels like you have nothing on, when, all the while you are protected.

Whether or not you are undergoing treatments, if you are looking for a good, natural skin care line, you just may want to try Lindi Skin.

Have you ever noticed that young people can’t wait to be older and most older people only want to be younger. In fact, while nothing can actually reverse time, lots of us are spending lots of money, time and effort attempting to look younger.

While there is no miracle cream or pill that can make a senior citizen look like a teenager again, there are definitely things one can do such as have a good anti-aging skin care regimen. Here are some tips which will help assure that you skin tone and texture will be their best and you will be fighting wrinkles and blemishes as well.

Cleansing your face is an essential part of any anti-aging skin care program. It it imperative that you get the day’s makeup, dirt, pollutants and other irritants off your skin and out of your pores. When you rest your body (sleep), it renews and re-energizes itself and this includes your skin. It’s best that it be as clean as possible during this time.

It is important to cleanse correctly. Avoid harsh products such as regular soap or strong cleansers as they can cause dryness and flaking which only helps wrinkles and blemishes to flourish. Use a gentle face cleanser to help you with your anti-aging routine. At Fantasia, we recommend and sell SkinCeuticals which is an herbal botanical line of skin care products. SkinCeuticals is both affordable and wonderful for your skin.

Weather is important when it comes to the aging process. Your skin is affected by the elements every time you set foot outside. You are either dealing with the sun or the wind. A good gentle face moisturizer is just as important as a good cleanser.

Stress plays a part in everyone’s life so your must learn to manage your stresses. Stress causes you to tense up and strain your facial muscles which can draw moisture out of your skin. A daytime anti-aging cream is good to protect your face as it will act as a protective barrier between your skin and makeup. When in doubt or under stress, moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. A nighttime anti-aging cream will help your skin with the natural process of repairing itself.

A healthy body has healthy skin so -drink plenty of water and get some good, routine exercise. Make sure you get enough sleep and maintain a good diet. Your skin is the window to your health just as the eyes are the window to your soul. When you don’t take proper care of your skin, there isn’t any amount of anti-aging skin care in the world that can help you.

For the best anti-aging skin care tips, stay well-hydrated - drink lots of pure water, and get enough rest. Even the best wrinkle creams and lotions will only take you so far with out a good foundation in place! However, it you practice these two things and add some good anti-aging skin care such as SkinCeuticals to your routine, you will have a winning combination!

Probably the last thing someone going through chemotherapy and other cancer treatment thinks about is the dry skin and other skin problems that will accompany the treatment. However, once someone has gone through these treatments, it becomes a top priority.

How does one rejuvenate the skin after going through cancer treatment? Although there is a wealth of dry skin solutions on the market, the vast majority of the products can actually cause further damage because most contain chemicals and fragrances which cause dryness. In addition to this, the chemicals can be absorbed into the body which is not a good thing.

Also, the majority of the lotions on the market clog the pores. Because the skin is a major avenue used by the body to eliminate toxins, if the pores are blocked, toxins stay underneath the surface of the skin and cause dryness, rashes and other problems. Cancer experts recommend using skin care products which don’t clog the pores.

A good solution to the problem is Lindi Skin Care products. Lindi Skin has been formulated to meet the special needs of cancer patients. The ingredients are natural botanicals, anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatories, antiseptics, antibacterials and supply good nutrition to the skin. Lindi Skin products do not contain preservatives typically found in most skin products.

The Lindi Skin line has been created in conjunction with patients, cancer survivors, doctors and other medically trained professionals using the latest scientific and medical data to create the state-of-the-art skin care products.

These products were specifically created for those dealing with the effects of cancer treatments so you can rest assured they will give your skin what it needs.

Over the years, Fantasia has carried many different skin care lines.  You are probably aware that when it comes to skin care, you need to find a brand and use all of the products in the line rather than mixing and matching with other skin care products from different manufacturers.  Each of the manufacturers create their products to work synergistically and,  if you are mixing lines, you are going to get less than optimal results.  If a product line is costly and you can’t afford everything,  just start with the basics, cleanser, toner and moisturizer and add in other products from the same manufacturer as soon as you are able.

In addition to the Lindi Skin, Fantasia sells SkinCeuticals. This line of products has been around since 1997 and is absolutely one of the best we have found.  SkinCeuticals delivers innovative dermatology products that improve the overall health and appearance of the skin.  They use pure, pharmaceutical grade ingredients with proven scientific results.  The formulations are based on optimal concentrations of active ingredients elegantly crafted into functional products.  These products are designed, formulated and tested for effectiveness.  SkinCeuticals works as a complete system for maximum improvement to skin health.

For this reason, SkinCeuticals has earned a strong reputation with the medical community worldwide.  SkinCeuticals provides complete skincare solutions through dermatatologist, plastic surgeons, medi-spas and other skincare professionals in the United States and 35 countries worldwide.   They promote skin health, not trends.

A SkinCeuticals research team helped pioneered the industry of cosmeceuticals with the original topical vitamin C technology that protects skin from signs of premature aging caused by environmental damage.

Because many of our clientele are Baby Boomers or are dealing with medical issues, we like SkinCeuticals because of the ant-aging factors and the topical vitamins which are good for damaged skin.  However, let us stress that you are never too young to begin a good skin care regimen.  The SkinCeuticals line is extensive and Fantasia carries all of the products.  If you have never tried these products and are searching for a good, moderately priced skin care line, this may be just the product for you.  Our Esthetician would be happy to answer any questions you may have.

While most people are aware that hair loss is a common side effect of chemotherapy for cancer treatments, they may not be aware of the side effects to the skin. This is why Lindi Skin was created. Because Fantasia has worked with many people over the years undergoing chemotherapy treatments, we were thrilled to learn of Lindi Skin and have been carrying it in our salon almost since it first became available.

Lindi Skin care products are made from very unique formulations of special ingredients. The LSA Complex is one of Lindi’s most important features. When setting out to create a skin care for those on cancer treatments, they were determined to create something which would offer the comfort, soothing and healing needed. Lindi wanted to have something that did more than the creams already in the marketplace. The company owners met with doctors, nurses and patients. They set criteria as to what their products needed to provide to the customers.

LSA Complex embodies those criteria. Some of the properties of LSA include:

• anti-inflammatory
• anti-microbial
• wound healing
• soothing
• antioxidant

Special botanicals like curcumin, white tea, willow herb, chamomile and especially astraxanthin, were carefully selected to promote the properties listed above and are part of the Lindi Skin’s LSA Complex.

Whether you are affected by intensely dry skin, burns or rashes, Lindi Skin’s products have the botanical and antioxidant benefits to help heal your skin. Healthy skin starts with vital hydration. The unique properties of Lindi Skin provide you with a soothing, protective veil of moisture for lasting hydration. Your skin will be properly moisturized to promote healthy skin that looks beautiful and feels great!

Even if you have the most sensitive skin, Lindi Skin products are safe to use. These products are exceptionally gentle and non-irritating. The products are dermatologist-tested, hypo-allergenic, paraben-free and are not tested on animals.

If you or anyone you know has compromised skin, Fantasia is please to offer a skin care line that is luxurious, effective and safe for everyone, even those with the most difficult skin conditions. The Esthetician at Fantasia would be happy to talk with you about Lindi Skin products.