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Why I don’t get Hydrafacials
Why pay for overpriced machine facials that blast your skin then moisturize, when you can do so much more and pay less? Dermaplaning. What exactly is it and do I need it? Dermaplaning is a physical exfoliation that removes the outermost layer of dead, dull skin and fine, vellus hair (peach fuzz). Basically, we take a fresh blade and scrape away your dead skin cells, revealing fresh, new skin. “I don’t even know what my skin type is, just make it look better!” If you've ever f

Leah Vidrine
Apr 24, 20232 min read
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France, European beauty and perfume
I went to France for 2 weeks! I have wanted to go to Paris since 6th grade French class. Did you know that I have a degree in French? Needless to say, the culture overload made me so happy. 1. We had no issues with our flights. 2. It was 73 degrees, sunny and breezy every. single. day. 3. We didn’t check any bags! I did it guys, with only carry-ons. MARSEILLE. Topless beaches, the BEST almond croissants of my life and electric scooters. We hit 3 cities, starting on the French

Leah Vidrine
Jul 25, 20225 min read
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Natural Glam. Vacation Edition.
T – 3 days before our flight and I’m trying to get my beauty appointments out of the way so I can stay up until 3am packing last minute for a 6:30 am flight. Why is getting ready to leave for vacation so dang stressful?!? I do not want to do ANYTHING beauty-related on vacay. I just want to experience and enjoy, and look good doing it! This last trip was to Puerto Rico, so I prepped for living in a bathing suit and showing lots of skin. What I didn’t anticipate was how quickly

Leah Vidrine
Aug 15, 20212 min read
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Uptown Charm's Gift Guide for all your Favorite People!
This holiday season I'm offering some help on what to purchase for some of your favorite people! While I think our Holiday Facial Bundle would be the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone on your list - below is a more specific guide for you to follow (or forward to someone)! Also, I am so "here" for gifting experiences and usable items rather than stuff that collects in someone's home! Feel free to send us your shopping list via email (info@charmnola.com) or call us 504.533.96

Leah Vidrine
Nov 2, 20209 min read
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Why & How to Exfoliate before a Spray Tan
An even base for your spray tan to start on is how you get a flawless tan and an even fade – no weird patches here!

Leah Vidrine
Oct 8, 20202 min read
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5 Things You Should NEVER Put on Your Skin
Apply to the split ends on your hair, NOT your face. It's simply too heavy. It can cause pimples, blackheads, clogged pores and a dull compl

Leah Vidrine
Oct 1, 20204 min read
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Easy At Home Spa Night
Spa night. Effect peeling. Glow mask. Instant radiance eyepatch. Daily ceramides. Lip repair. When’s the last time you stopped to really love on your skin? Schedule yourself in for a spa night at home this week. Make yourself a priority. How does Wednesday night sound? Whether it be a bubble bath, cuddled up on the sofa watching your favorite show, or having to multitask and fit some time in for you while working, this skin care journey will leave you feeling refreshed and

Leah Vidrine
Sep 16, 20202 min read
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Easy & Natural makeup look: Step by Step how to using skin-loving products
Our beautiful spray tan artist, Mollie, pointed out that she can do a full natural makeup look, just using the amazing and natural products

Leah Vidrine
Sep 16, 20203 min read
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4-11 on Exfoliation
The secret to good skin? It helps every skin care concern under the sun; acne, oily t-zone, dark spots, loose skin, wrinkles, rough texture and uneven skin tone. But with so many options, where do you start and which one is right for you? Cliff Notes: Chemical - a liquid acid that eats away dead skin. Manual - a scrub that lifts off dead skin. Spoiler alert: One is BETTER than the other for certain skin types. Exfoliation is #1 for healthy and younger-looking skin. Skin cell

Leah Vidrine
Aug 24, 20203 min read
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My skin is fine, but what should I be doing for a skin care routine?
Get on your way to healthy, beautiful skin in just 2-3 steps AM & PM and healthy complexion in just minutes a day.

Leah Vidrine
Aug 20, 20205 min read
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To do's before you say "I do" Wedding Beauty Timeline
One thing all brides have in common: the goal of having the absolute BEST skin, hair, and nails of their life for their wedding day/for thei

Leah Vidrine
Aug 4, 20207 min read
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Let’s dish on facials, shall we?
Pro vs. Home Everyone knows you should get one about once a month. Most are not sure why, but know its recommended. Is it worth it? Do you really need to pay for something you could do at home? That’s a hard YES. At-home facials are lovely, but so many people are using the wrong products and actually harming their skin thinking its self-care and their faces are supposed to burn, right? That means its working? Uh, nah. Let me help you out. Steps for a facial: 1. Remove makeup

Leah Vidrine
Mar 21, 20206 min read
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Beauty Box Facial Kit
7 Step Facial Kit. Made with love & delivered to your door.

Leah Vidrine
Mar 21, 20201 min read
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