Discover the fastest Christmas Ready Nail Arts by The White Door

Nail Art is indeed a unique way to spruce up, refinish, and enhance the nails.

It is a form of nail art that can be done on both your fingernails and your toes. They are typically performed following manicures or pedicures. According to experts from White Door, the top luxury spa in Bandra and spa in Worli, nail art is also a way to express yourself through fashion, colors, and shapes. It also symbolises one's exit from the impact of their parents to establish their own identity as a teen or adult.

 

Christmas, the most wonderful time of the year, is almost here. To be sure, the season's highlights include all of the delightful home-cooked meals, socially appropriate day partying, and, of course, the Christmas nail art by the best salon and spa in Bandra and Worli.

 

The White Door's professionals put together three looks that are appropriate for the Christmas festival. All three looks require only two shades of nail polish and basic nail art techniques, making them quick and simple to recreate on any budget.

 

You already know we try to keep things tasteful, so there's nothing too showy - though we've all been spending a lot of time going through the insane glitter selection in the market, so you'll see a lot of the shimmery stuff. But isn't that acceptable? When carried out correctly, glitter can still be classy!

 

Candy Canes with Glitter

Everything you require is...

A white creme with a thicker red glitter on top.

1. Begin by applying multiple coats of your base colour.

2. Apply a quick dry top coat and let it dry completely.

3. Mark off uniform stripes with strips of striping tape. Check that the tape is hanging over the edge of the nail.

4. Using a makeup sponge, delicately apply your glitter nail polish to the surface. Apply this to the nail for maximum glitter transfer!

5. Remove the striping tape instantly to reveal the white underneath.

6. Finish with your preferred top coat. The thicker it is, the easier it is to smooth it all over and achieve that perfect glossy surface.

 

Dotticure of French Frosts

All you require is...

A white creme and a blue creme

How to

1. Wait for your base colour to dry before proceeding.

2. Pick up the white polish with a dotting tool and initiate dotting!

3. Proceed with a dusting of dots across the nail, then shine the spotlight in and fill something that out towards the tip to create the falling snow effect.

4. Finish with your protective coating.

 

TIP: Keep your dotting tool clean by soaking it in isopropyl alcohol and mopping up the mess with a cotton balls pad or lint-free nail pad on a regular basis.

 

 

 

Sequin Gradient for the Holidays

All you require is...

A soft creme as your foundation and a festive glitter.

1. Apply your base coat and allow it to dry (you know the routine by now!)

2. Use a 'Nail Mask' product or make your own to protect the skin around your nails. Things are going to get out of hand!

3. Apply a small amount of gold glitter towards the edge of a makeup sponge and dab it near your cuticles. To create the gradient effect, repeat this a few times and move upwards, dabbing gently each time.

4. Finally, apply your top coat and you're done!

 

Stay tuned to our social media channels for more such tips, and also keep an eye on the blogs section for regular updates from the best salon in Bandra and Worli, Mumbai.

 

Why double dipping waxing can be dangerous for you

 

More often than not, waxing is a squirmish experience for most of us, especially when it comes to a bikini wax. After all, don’t we feel naked and examined minutely by the piercing, intimidating eyes of the esthetician? But ladies, hang on. If you’re only worried about shedding your robes and exposing your skin to a stranger, think twice, for it seems that there is a bigger evil to steer clear from – double dipping wax.Double dipping is the practice of dipping a spatula in a wax pot, applying the scooped wax on the skin, and re-dipping the same spatula in the same wax pot multiple times. Think of it like dipping a tortilla chip in salsa sauce, taking a bite, and re-dipping the same chip (that now has your saliva on it) in the sauce. Gross, isn’t it? No wonder that leading countries in the world like the US, the UK, and Canada have raised red flags on double dipping.In this blog, we’ll explain why this practice is dangerous for you and why you should say NO to this evil at the salon once and for all.

It is a breeding ground for bacteria and germs

Salons who advocate for double dipping argue that the high temperature in the wax pot kills bacteria and prevents their multiplication. Wrong.

To keep bacteria and germs at bay, wax needs to be heated to a minimum of 170 degrees Fahrenheit, which is close to 76 degrees Celsius. Heating wax to such a high temperature will only result in skin inflammation, rashes, damaged tissues, and folliculitis, the condition wherein bacteria gets into the hair follicles and creates pustules on the skin.

Thus, for minimizing such risks, the temperature inside the wax pot is kept slightly higher than the body temperature, i.e., around 55 to 60 degrees, making it an ideal, nasty home to germs and bacteria.

You run the risk of catching infections and diseases

Just picture this: you are treated with the same spatula that has extracted hair and accumulated sweat from a woman’s underarms.To make matters yuckier, consider that the spatula isn’t even sterilized.

When waxing the underarms, the exposed follicles tend to secrete more bodily fluids.Re-dipping the spatula deposits the remnants of perspiration into the wax pot. Add to it the danger of contracting STDs, bacterial infections like staph, and other problems that can be passed on to you.

Some salons are trained to believe that it is safe to double dip unless there is blood on the spatula or going for a bikini wax. However, the truth is that double dipping compromises on the integrity of your skin and takes a toll on your health too.

So, how to ensure that you are not a victim of double dipping?

Our advice is that you should trust a beauty salon in Mumbai that maintains NO DOUBLE DIP policy. Every time the esthetician uses afresh applicator, the salon gives you a clean, safe, relaxed atmosphere where you are treated with nothing but the best world-class techniques and products.

At The White Door, a leading luxury spa and salon in Bandra,we focus on your health and hygiene, rather than indulging in double dipping for cost-cutting. The natural ingredients used in our products gently exfoliate dead skin cells, without producing any side-effects like skin burns and itching. Since we do not re-dip spatulas and sterilize the wax pot after every waxing session, there is no scope of bacteria breeding in the salon and the subsequent spreading of infections.

With all our products imported from Cerepril, we guarantee zero hair, gorgeously moisturized skin, and nothing but a painless, hygienic waxing session. We do not compromise on the integrity of your skin but help you discover smooth, superior, and soft skin so that you feel beautiful, gorgeous and rejuvenated, both from the inside and outside.

Be it Waxing for Arms or Underarms, Face or Bikini waxing in Bandra, Cerepril has a diverse formula for each body part and the pre and post wax products make a true beauty Treatment.

Sushmaa Yagnik,

Vice President – The White door Spa

Holi Hai! – Help Your Skin and Hair

 Holi marks the arrival of spring, and being the most vibrant and colorful festival, it is easy to get carried away by the festivities. It is therefore necessary to prepare your skin and hair care checklist in advance. Make sure to follow the below tips to avoid color stained faces, parched hair and irritated skin without missing out on the fun.

 

PRE HOLI: HYDRATION, SHIELDING AND AVOIDING EXTRACTION ARE THE KEY TO PRE-HOLI SAFETY.

1.            If you want smooth, hairless skin before Holi, plan well in advance. Avoid any hair removal, be it laser, waxing, threading or shaving three to four days before Holi, as these leave your skin sensitive and pores open. Furthermore, coming in contact with colors could leave your skin with rashes or cause irritation.

 TIP: Get waxing done after Holi as it will help get rid of tanning or any leftover color, or at least a minimum of seven to ten days before the festival.

 

2.            Do you prefer wearing makeup for Holi? Do so only if you are planning to play with dry colors. A layer of foundation on your face or neck may protect your skin from color damage, but try and avoid it for sure if water is involved.

 TIP: Avoid makeup, especially kajal and mascara liners. Apply a thick coat of lip balm and a light shade of waterproof lipstick if you must.

 

3.            Make sure to keep your hair and skin safe by shielding them in the right manner. This will keep the harmful toxins away and prevent dry and frizzy hair. Apply a sufficient layer of oil from the scalp to the tip of your hair. Any good coconut, almond or jojoba oil, especially around the hairline, will repel the colored water and protect you significantly from damage.

 TIP:  Consider mixing castor oil or a few drops of lemon in your hair oil.

TIP:  Avoid shampooing a day before or on the day of Holi as it will cause you to loose all your natural oils.

TIP:  Braid or tie your hair, or wear a cap or bandana for further protection.

 

4.            Moisturising your body is as important as moisturising your face, as it will shield your skin from irritation and damage. Apply oil or a heavy duty moisturiser all over your body- including feet, legs, hands and elbows- about twenty to twenty five minutes before you leave to avoid any itching or rashes.

TIP: For the face, you may opt for a cold cream formula. Don’t forget to apply generously on your face, neck and ears.

5.            The moisturiser alone will not be sufficient when constantly under the sun in the water, as it will increase the chances of making your skin patchy. Make sure to apply a generous layer of sunscreen on exposed skin areas. This will also help protect you from color stains. 

TIP: Make sure to select the moisturiser or sunscreen with the right SPF as per your requirement and skin type. 

TIP: Apply some petroleum jelly behind and inside your earlobes.

TIP: Apply a lip balm with SPF on your lips.

TIP: Avoid a facial at least one week prior to Holi.

 

6.            One aspect you cannot forget is your nails, which can remain stained for a long time due to their porous nature. Make sure to apply a dark-colored polish a day in advance.

 

TIP: Apply oil or petroleum jelly around your fingertips and cuticles.

 

7.            Choose your clothing wisely. Dark colored, full sleeved cotton clothes would be the ideal choice and comfortable to carry.

 

POST HOLI:  Avoid scrubbing you body. Stand under running water and rinse off the color with water.

 

8.            Make sure to remove the color methodically using cotton swabs before using any body wash or soaps. Avoid using soap that is alkaline and makes the skin dry. Very hot water can also dry the skin, so keep it lukewarm.

 

TIP: Use a natural exfoliant like lemon peel or gram flour paste with milk before using a gentle body cleanser.

 

9.            Moisturise your skin well after your shower to avoid any dryness. Apply a gentle face cream as per your skin type as well.

 

TIP: Apply aloe Vera gel or lacto calamine for minor breakouts.

 

10.          Book an appointment at The White Door, your favourite skin and nail spa in Bandra, or at our Beauty & Nail Spa in Worli and ask for soothing services like a manipedi, calming face mask, or a head massage to rinse off any residue from the festivities.

 

·         Keep a gap of five to seven days for a facial if you have any irritation or breakouts. Consult with your technician on the same. Book a facial spa in Bandra or Worli at The White Door where you can speak to any of our professionally trained staff about your skin requirements.

 

·         A detox pedicure would go a long way to eliminate the toxic effects your body displays. Book a pedicure in Bandra or pedicure in worli at our spa to get rid of any toxicity while enjoying the benefits of a relaxing massage. We even offer Nail extensions, nail art, manicures in Bandra or a manicure in worli for those looking to get rid of any residual color or other damage.

 

·         Hydrate: Drink atleast two to three litres of water.

 

SUSHMAA YAGNIK

VP – THE WHITE DOOR

Spa-rty Away This Monsoon - Opt for a rejuvenating spa-day to shoo away your monsoon blues

After the scorching heat of the unforgiving summer sun, we eagerly wait for the arrival of the monsoon. Unfortunately, the change in climate also means it is time to modify one’s skin care routine. The Rain can cause your skin to act erratically. Sometimes it gets extremely oily and may break it out into nasty acne and sometimes it feels dry and strained. It is vital to adapt to a suitable skincare ritual to keep your skin feeling loved and supple. On those days when it is difficult to give your skin the care and attention that it needs, allow the services of a spa in Bandra and Spa in Worli to come into play.

You can opt for one of the many facials available at the spa, including the Absolute Clean-up, which deep cleanses every pore of your skin or the Acne Defence, which is proven to work effectively for blemishes, clogged pores, excessive sebum and results in even complexion, removes blemish marks and soothes blemish prone skin. The other options for facials are the Stress Buster, which is a re-boosting facial mask; it helps bring back your natural skin tone that has been tarnished in the sticky and dusty weather. And lastly opt for the Shine Bright facial, ideal for uneven skin tone, tanned and pigmented skin and dull complexion, which helps reduce hyper-pigmentation, brightens and restores your skin, and reduces age spots.

Remember not to ignore your feet, which wade through murky streets, by choosing between the two highly specialized pedicures: Tame the Tan and Fatigue Fix, which will cleanse and relax your feet through extreme weather conditions.

The White Door Spa

Bespoke Nails And Beauty

Foot Massage Therapy and What it Does to Your Body

Your feet do a lot for you. They carry you all day long, bear the burn from your morning jog, and endure endless evenings in uncomfortable and restrictive shoes. Despite all of these, they are the least pampered part of your body. 

Just like your neck, back, and shoulders, your feet, too, can benefit from a rubdown every now and then. Getting a foot massage on a regular basis from luxury spas not only helps one to feel relaxed but at the same time, it improves circulation, stimulates muscles, reduces tension, and helps you to feel better. 

Reflexology, based on an ancient practice of foot massage, involves applying pressure to the feet in order to effect a physical change in the body. The pressure is applied to complex zones and reflex areas that correspond to other body parts.

Both reflexology and a simple foot massage can provide countless health benefits like:

1.    Bodily relaxation

The first and foremost benefit of getting a foot massage is relaxation. After a long tiring day, nothing is as relaxing and soothing as a proper foot massage (even better when you get it from a luxury salon). A regular foot massage of 5 to 10 minutes before going to bed can improve your general well-being, and reenergize you by releasing any blockages and relieving symptoms of stress and fatigue.

2.    Better sleep

A relaxing and soothing foot massage helps the body to unwind, improve blood circulation, and relax the nerves, thus encouraging a restful sleep. There are different acupuncture points on your feet that need to be massaged in order to promote good sleep. Trained professionals at foot spas in Bandra are well-versed with these techniques, so you can always visit them for a serene foot massage therapy.

3.    Healthy feet

Foot massages are probably the easiest and the most relaxing ways to keep your feet healthy and free form all kinds of foot problems. Getting foot massages on a regular basis helps to stimulate the muscles around your feet, lessen stiffness, and reduce pain in the ankles or the heels. Plus, a foot massage therapy will make your ankles and heels strong and flexible, thus preventing unpleasant ankle and foot injuries.

4.    Improved blood circulation

With today’s sedentary lifestyle, lack of exercise, and restrictive footwear, our blood circulation is often impaired. You can easily improve your blood circulation with a daily 10-minute foot massage. This will, in turn, help to transport oxygen to the body’s cells. Also, a practice of getting a regular foot massage therapy will stimulate your system and help to prevent varicose veins.

5.    Combat body pain

Tired and achy feet can always benefit from a good foot massage. But did you know the pain-relieving powers of a foot massage aren’t just limited to that? Regular foot massage therapies can actually kill pain in other areas of the body too if the pressure is applied at the right points. A foot massage therapy can be helpful to treat pains and aches such as a headache, migraine, back pain, neck pain, etc. Added to this, the oils used at massage parlours in Bandra can help to relieve anxiety, along with relieving pain. 

The White Door spa in Bandra has a massage menu that’s specially designed for your requirements, with options of Detox and Athletic oils. Enjoy these by themselves or opt for a manicure and pedicure in Bandra that includes an add-on massage for your hands and feet. The White Door nail spa in Bandra offers an Athletic pedicure that’s specially designed to relax your calves and ease away your stress or foot ache.

SUSHMAA YAGNIK

VICE PRESIDENT – THE WHITE DOOR.