There are a lot of questions surrounding sunscreen about the different types, how often to apply, and more. Today, we're shedding some light on this product to help you protect your skin in the best possible way. Here are our sunscreen myths, tips, and why to wear it: What does sunscreen do? Let's start with the basics. Sunscreen protects your skin from the sun's harmful UV radiation by reflecting or absorbing it, depending on the type of sunscreen you choose (more on that la

July 8 is National Love Your Skin Day, and at Salon Patrice, we're all about helping you love your skin, whether it's through a custom facial, helping you find skincare products to create your best routine, or assisting with a makeup application for an event. While loving your skin should happen year-round, this day is a great time to evaluate your routine and give your skin a little extra TLC. Here are our tips to celebrate Love Your Skin Day: Evaluate your routine: Your ski

This Sunday, July 5 is National Bikini Day, so it's a great time to talk about how to care for your skin after waxing. Waxing is one of the most popular ways to get rid of those unwanted hairs, and gives you a silky smooth feeling, but you can get irritated skin or ingrown hairs if you don't properly care for the treated area. (Read about waxing myths here.) Here's our guide to caring for your newly waxed skin: Brow/Facial Wax: First off, avoid touching the area. Your fingers

July is National CBD month, and we are dedicated to helping you understand the benefits of CBD oil for your health (find information here) and your skincare routine (find it here). Today's post is all about CBD's benefits for your hair, skin, and nails. As with all CBD products, quality matters. Choose products that have experienced third-party testing in an independent lab, read the label, and buy from reputable brands. Salon Patrice sells Glenna's CBD oils, creams, and othe

Summer sunshine means glowing skin. More time outside means opportunities to burn, tan, dry out your skin in pool or ocean water, and that means this season is hard on your skin in its own way. So what can you do to be gentle on your skin and get that radiant summer glow? Here are our tips for glowing summer skin: Skip the tanning: We all know that UV rays are hard on the skin, so instead of hitting the tanning bed or tanning outside, try a gradual glow moisturizer or sunles

Facials are amazing, rejuvenating experiences, and it's good to give your skin the TLC it needs once a month or seasonally as you can. (Read more on why you should get regular facials here.) Just like there are ways to care for your hands and feet after manicures and pedicures and ways to maintain your salon color between visits, there are a few things you can do to maintain that healthy glow after a facial. Here are our top ways we think you should be caring for your skin af

In honor of Clean Beauty Day on June 4, we're tackling the big questions surrounding this term. What is clean beauty? How do I find "clean" products, and what should I look for? We'll do our best to tackle what the term means, and what it means for you. What is clean beauty? The reason there is so much confusion around "clean beauty" is because there is no one definition in the industry. Some people think of clean beauty as products without the harmful ingredients banned in t

There's no denying that it's been hot here in the Illinois Valley the past few days, and it looks like the heat is set to continue! And if you're over the feeling of your hair sticking to the back of your neck and can't do one more day of leaving your hair down (or even half up-half down), then we're here to help. Check out these quick hairstyles for hot summer days: they are great for work, everyday, and can be dressed up for special occasions. Bun: It's a classic for a reas

You've just indulged in a manicure or pedicure, and you love how your nails look. How can you keep them looking nice as long as possible? Here are our tips for maintaining your manicure and pedicure at home. We'll start with extending the life of your manicure first: Hydrate: You've just gotten a manicure, so you want to keep your hands soft! Rub cuticle oil into your nail beds and cuticles once or twice a day to keep them moisturized. Dry cuticles can pull at your polish and

You spent the time and money to get your hair colored at the salon, so of course you want it to last! Here are some ways to maintain your salon color at home and keep it from fading. How long your hair color typically lasts depends on what type of dye you or your stylist used (learn more here), but we'll assume you're using permanent dye for the sake of this post. Wait before you wash: Try not to wash your hair for 72 hours after your color treatment. This will give your hair

Spring is a season of renewal, and in honor of National Renewal Day on May 4, we're here to bring you the best services for your own renewal. Whether you choose a quick pedicure or a whole spa day, Salon Patrice can help. Even better: from now through June 6, 2026, when you book two services with us, you can get the third for free, so why wait? Schedule your own day of renewal now! Why should you invest in a day of renewal? It's essential for your mental, emotional, physical,

We know there are tons of nutrients in milk, but have you ever thought about tapping into them for your skin? Milk baths have actually been used since ancient times to boost the health and appearance of the skin. So why think about milk? According to the Cleveland Clinic, the average consumer spends approximately $1,000 on skincare and beauty products per year. Many consumers are also searching for transparency in ingredients, suffer from sensitivity, or are looking for more

To celebrate Neck Care Day on April 24, we're talking about the best ways to care for your neck and decolletage (the area from the chin to the bust). We hear a lot about skincare for the face, but not so much about the neck, and it's time to change that! Read on for our dos and don'ts of caring for your neck. The skin on the neck is thinner than the skin on the face, making it susceptible to premature aging, sun damage, and crepiness. It also has fewer sebaceous glands, hair

Perms are great options for those who have straight hair and want some body or curl. But if you're going all in and getting that perm, you want it to last. Here are our tips, tricks, dos, and don'ts for maintaining those curls after you get your perm. What is a perm? A perm (or permanent) is a process that changes the texture of your hair to a permanent wave or curl using chemicals and heat. They alter the structure of your hair by breaking the bonds that determine your natur

It always feels great to get your nails done, and the length and strength that gel and acrylic nails add can be hard to beat. Plus, they last a lot longer than regular polish. But when gel and acrylics aren't done properly, it can lead to significant nail damage, allergy, and weak nails. This week, we're talking about how to spot damage from improperly applied gel and acrylic nails, and some next steps to take. Acrylic Nails Acrylic nails have been around longer than their ge

April 4 is Vitamin C Day, and while we often think of Vitamin C for immune health, it also offers many benefits for the hair, skin, and nails. ( Find a post about antioxidants in skincare here. ) Vitamin C benefits for the skin: Brightens and evens the skin tone: Vitamin C can inhibit melanin production, helping to fade brown spots and hyperpigmentation. It also brightens the skin tone, great for transitioning to spring and summer skincare. Boosts collagen production: Vitamin

Spring is officially here, and we're exploring the best trends this new season is offering. Find our spring hair and nail trends here . This week, we're moving on to spring 2026's makeup trends in case you want to freshen up your look! "Your Skin But Better": The focus this spring is on proper skin prep and using foundations that allow your natural complexion to shine through (rather than heavy, full-coverage foundation). Need some help with a skincare routine? Start here.

In honor of National Fragrance Day on March 21, we're offering up some tips to help you choose the right fragrance (or perfume). The perfume aisle is overcrowded with scents, sprays, and bottles, so how can you quickly choose something you like every time? Read on for our top tips to choose a perfume you love: Body Sprays, Eau de Parfums, and Eau de Toilettes : You may have heard these terms tossed around before. The main difference between the three is the concentration of f

In honor of National Skin Barrier Day on Thursday, March 12, we're diving deep into this mysterious term. What is the skin barrier? What does it do, and what do people mean when they say they damaged it? How can you repair your skin barrier? We'll tackle all these questions and more below! What is the skin barrier? You may know that your skin is made up of layers . According to Heathline, " The outermost layer is called the stratum corneum . Some people describe this as a 'br

Last week, we talked about this spring's hair trends , so now it's time to explore this season's nail trends! From polish colors to nail art, we're delving into spring 2026's nail trends. Nail Polish: Cloud Dancer White: Pantone's 2026 Color of the Year is an airy, warm white that looks great with any skin tone to lighten up the nails for warmer weather. (OPI's Funny Bunny and Essie's Marshmallow are good examples.) Plus, whites and lighter colors naturally make your fingers