Join Nicki Wenz, National Aveda Makeup Artist, for our first of a series of evening makeup workshops. Make it a fun night for you and your friends or come and meet some new ones. Wine and Cheese will be served. A great way to start a night out!

In this first workshop you will learn and do, step by step, a very wearable day look great for any eye shape, color or complexion. Check out our Facebook page, under the “Events” album, for an image of the look that will be taught each date. The cost for the workshop will be $65 per person and will include all the Aveda products to replicate the full eye look taught. Complexion products, cheek products, lip products and additional brushes will be available for purchase as well.

Friday, May 25th 8pm- 9:30pm

We will only have 9 slots available for this event, so it will fill up fast. Please call 303-733-3733 to make reservations or for any questions.

Here is the photo of the sexy, yet not overdone, look that will be taught during this workshop.

Why stick with your ordinary root touch up when you can be colorful?!

Pop color is a huge trend right now, and it’s a great way to add something to your look this spring. Whether it’s a peekaboo highlight, just the ends, or a full on transformation, it’s a fun way to express yourself and you will definitely be noticed! Aveda’s new pure pigment line is gentle on the hair, and holds up it’s intensity. Check out these pictures for some ideas.

Braids: And Not Just Your Average….

All things twisted are in style for hair this year. Whether it’s a fishtail, french, a waterfall, an inside-out or a classic braid, they can be added to basically any hair style for an interesting and laid-back boho look.

The Wet Look: Glistening Updos

Good news! If you’re looking for something quick and easy in the morning, try creating a messy updo with a hair tie and some bobby pins when your hair is still damp. Enhance this beachy look by spraying a little Brilliant Spray Shine and Air Control for a light hold and you’re ready to go! Add a cute hair accessory to add a little more flair.

For any of these looks, other inspiration, or even a complete Spring transformation, call me at the salon! 303.733.3733

Veronica Anderson

Zandi K. Stylist

Who isn’t stressed these days?! We are so constantly bombarded by stimulation and stressors in the world around us that our bodies and minds rarely have a chance to take a break. Over time stress can lead to a buildup of the three stress hormones; epinephrine, nor-epinephrine and cortisol. These hormones were originally designed for the flight or flight response. They increase our heart rate, raise our blood pressure, and increase muscle tension. In a short term or acute case of stress, these things aren’t harmful but over time these things negatively affect your overall health. Chronic stress leads to high levels of cortisol build up in the body which can be linked to numerous conditions including cardiac problems, respiratory problems, lymphatic problems, insomnia, high blood pressure, depression, OCD, increased appetite/weight gain, addictions and constipation.

Activating the parasympathetic Nervous System is the key to recovering from the stress in our daily lives.

We can do this by simply taking a moment to check in with ourselves. It could be as simple at taking a few long deep breaths, taking a walk, a warm bath, a massage or facial, any form of exercise and especially yoga. At our Denver Aveda Salon we strive to create simple rituals that help activate the parasympathetic nervous system and relieve stress. From the first aroma you smell when walking into our salon, to the warm cup of comforting tea, to an aromatic sensory journey, to the hand and scalp massages given during your service. These are all additions to the experience offered in our salon that help our guests relax!

To take is one step further Aveda has created a new line that uses specific aromas designed to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and is clinically proven to reduce stress. Stress-fixTM body Lotion, Concentrate and Soaking Salts are all Ecocert certified organic. Their aroma, infused with French lavender, lavandin and clary sage from organic farms, is clinically proven to relieve feelings of stress.

Need some extra TLC? Try our Stress-fixTM Massage.

It is a whole massage specifically designed to relieve stress. It focuses on the main areas of stress in the body which are the neck and shoulders, but incorporates the rest of the body. Using the Stress-Fix aroma blend of grounding Clary Sage and soothing Lavender throughout the treatment we will stimulate 16 different acupressure points clinically proven to reduce stress and use hot steam towels to relieve muscle tension on the spot. We address the body head to toe and focus on breath techniques that induce relaxation. Book your Stress Fix Massage today and see for yourself the amazing results!

-Zandi K. Massage Therapist: Stina Nelson

Color Melting, or the Ombre technique, as stylists call it, has recently been one of the hottest trends in Hollywood. You can see this new look on celebrities such as Drew Berrymore, Sandra Bullock, Sara Jessica Parker and Jessica Beil. What this color application does, is take a light color and gradually “melt” it into a lighter color. Melting can carefully take you from your natural color to a beautiful highlight. It can be a very subtle change in color or more drastic, taking your mane from a rich dark hue to a glowing blonde highlight! It will work on anyone, whether you have dark hair or light hair. We love this technique because it gives our clients an effortless look. Instead of it looking like you stepped out of the salon, it will look like you just came from the beach!

One of the best elements to this trend, is that it is easy to maintain. Come into the salon for a quick root touch up every six to eight weeks and brighten up the highlights every four to five months. Go longer between appointments, but keep your hair beautiful and stylish!

-Hilary Hackney (Master Stylist at Zandi K)

“Sea Blossoms brings beauty at the beach back to life inspired by coral reef technicolors on shimmering skin paired with soft aquatic pastels,” says Janell Geason, global makeup artist for Aveda.

Aveda Petal Essence Eye Color Trios provide crease-resistant color with aromatic flower waxes of jasmine and geranium to create a petal-soft texture that builds and blends effortlessly. The silky, lightweight formula applies evenly and sets beautifully to deliver color that remains true throughout the day and is delicately scented with a whisper of floral aroma. Available in two limited-edition shades as part of the Sea Blossoms Collection: Sea Grass and Violet Coast

Aveda Nourish-mint Lip formulas are infused with plant and fruit waxes to smooth fine lines, hydrate and plump lips. Nourish-Mint Smoothing Lip Color provides creamy, saturated, full coverage with carmine- free∗ pigments. Two limited-edition shades will launch as part of the collection: Star Coral (full color) and Oyster Pink (sheer).

Nourish-mint Rehydrating Lip Glaze glides on smooth for immediate, even color with a satin shine. These glazes are carmine-free∗ and are available in two shades as part of the new collection: Beach Thistle and Coral Sea

Petal Essence Face Accents is a petal-smooth face color trio that creates the perfect blush, flush, bronze or highlight. Formulated without parabens, talc, or mineral-oil, it is available in one shade as part of the Sea Blossoms Collection: Shimmer Shell