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Massages: Employ your hands and your heart

Mar 18, 2021

Massages have always played an integral part in cultivating one’s quality of life, with such a wide variety of health benefits ranging from treating disorders to positively attributing to mental health wellness.

This art form has such a rich history, that has managed to stay consistent over the years even though the teachings have been adopted by many different cultures. Massages have been gaining popularity over all the years as people realize the continued health benefits of the practices.

There are several types of massage that focus on different parts of the body or healing. So, depending on what part of the body you are trying to heal, a massage therapist would do just that – heal you by using their hands and their heart.

Hot-Stone Massage - Massage Technology

Hydro International College now offers a 6-month Massage Technology course, that focuses on popular massaging techniques such as:

This course emphasizes the theory and the practicality of the above mentioned massaging techniques which provides the learner with a holistic skillset in order to fulfill the role of being a massage therapist. Completion of this course will provide you with access to a large pool of work opportunities, locally and internationally.

Do I want to be a massage therapist?

So, how do you know that massage therapy is something that you would like to get in to? Here are a few questions to ask yourself!

Do I like working with your hands?

Would I like to be my own boss?

Do I see myself working in a low stress environment?

Am I curious about the body and how it interacts with nature?

…then you’re on the right track!

Ready to become a massage therapist? Interested in the different types of massage therapy?

Hydro International College Students Massage Therapy

Hydro International College students in health and skincare class

Hydro International College students in massaging class

Hydro International College Students using spa facilities

For more information about this course or how you can apply for this course you can reach a student counselor by using one of the following methods:

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Hairdressing: Hair tips, no matter the season!

Mar 11, 2021

Lets talk hairdressing…

As you may have noticed, the change of season can be so brutal to your hair. So getting your hair routine right can get a little tricky when you aren’t really sure what steps to follow and especially when there are so many different options for all hair types. So what are the different hair types we speak of?

Hair can be broadly categorized under the following types:

straight
wavy
curly
kinky

All these hair types have their pro’s and con’s, but all haircare routines have a few things in common. We have put together a list of tips of how you can begin the journey of keeping your hair health and safe:

Deep conditioning:

Deep conditioning your hair is a good way of fighting dryness and reviving it. Coupling conditioning with essentials oils like peppermint oil, rosemary or lavender to name a few can do wonders. Don’t’ forget to get a carrier oil that suits your scalp type to dilute your essential oil of choice.

Detangle:

To stop breakages and to make your life much easier, detangling needs to be your best friend. The regularity of this process will depend on your hair type. So remember to use the right tool so that you don’t pull your hair out.

Mild shampoos:

Getting a shampoo that doesn’t contain any harsh chemicals is quite helpful as it will not strip your hair off its natural oils.

Soothing your scalp:

Using Aloe Vera on your scalp and hair is essential as it controls the production of sebum and soothes an itchy scalp. You can let it sit for 15-30 mins before washing your hair off with a mild shampoo but you could also leave it overnight.

Oil your hair:

This is quite helpful for people with dry scalps, oiling your hair regularly strengthens hair roots and nourishes your scalp.

Healthy diet:

Eating fruit helps feed your hair with nutrients and other essential oils, we’re talking fruits like: blackcurrants, blueberries, broccoli, guava, kiwi fruits, oranges and more. Stay hydrated, drinking water will help you keep your scalp hydrated, allowing you to flush out any toxins too.

Depending on your hair type, it may take a while for your hair to get used to a certain routine. Keep exploring your options and speak to a professional if you feel like you can’t get it right. Happy hairdressing!

Healthy hair saves lives!

We offer the following in our Aesthetics / Health & Skincare: How to keep your ‘brows on fleek’ for longer…

Feb 5, 2021

Brow lamination
Microblading
Permanent Make-up

Okay, so we are pretty sure that you may have heard about these professional procedures before, let’s break them down for you…

Brow lamination – Before and After.

Brown Lamination

Brow lamination involves the “perming” of your eyebrow hairs to provide a fuller, more even look. This treatment is made up of a two-step process which involves correcting the brow shape by setting the hairs in place using a chemical solution. This procedure can last anything from 4 to 8 weeks.

Microblading

Microblading on the other hand, is a “semi-permanent” treatment for enhancing the appearance of the eyebrows, in which pigment is scratched (small cuts) into the skin in fine, short strokes resembling hair, using a hand tool with a blade formed of tiny needles and can last up to 2 years.

Microblading – Before and After.

Permanent Make-Up

Permanent make-up is a form of tattooing (also known as micropigmentation), producing designs that resemble makeup, such as eye lining and other permanent enhancing colours to the skin of the face, lips, and eyelids.

The gradual fading for all micropigmentation procedures varies among people and is dependent on the specific shade used, personal care routine and sun exposure.

In permanent make-up most colors last three to five years, although some may last much longer.

Permanent make-up procedure in progress.

Since we now have a better understanding of what our options are, we can now decide which of these options will best suit our needs.

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