Japanese Culture in New York - Chopsticks NY

"With this style you don't need to use a hairdryer as it forms itself naturally," says Salon Vijin's chief stylist, Kaz. He produces a sense of three-dimensionality and lightness by adding chestnut brown highlights to the model's straight black hair. The large, loose curls at the ends create an airy volume. The stylist Setsuko handles make-up says, "Because the model has pretty features, I actually don't add much.  But beautiful skin is the most important thing.  So I took the most amount of time working on her base makeup."  Kaz also explains the significance of regular care. "If hair is not healthy with luster, it's impossible to create a good style."  At Salon Vijin, water, solutions and hairdryers that employ the strength of negative ions are used.  Salon Vijin guarantees not only superficial beauty, but obtaining beauty from the roots.

RH Plus Salon offers a new style of hair straightening treatment that goes one step beyond just relaxing the hair. Conventional treatment solution gives you pin-straight hair, and while the results are stunning, some clients prefer a more natural look. Their new treatment solution, Liscio Crystal Straight Lotion, containing Aqua CMC and honey oil, moisturizes the hair and brings it to life. Depending on your desired finish, they can customize the treatment solution for you. Aftercare is vital in maintaining beautiful hair, and Clay Esthe Pack cleanses the scalp, giving it a healthy boost with rich minerals. This treatment will dazzle you with gorgeous hair that blows naturally in the wind!

A complimentary Clay Esthe Pack (reg. $28) is offered with a full straightening treatment during the month of May. Hair loses its amino acids after perm and color treatments. Using this product for 2 weeks after straightening keeps the hair healthy and sustains the perm longer.

Every woman deserves a session at the iDo Holistic Center where the experience begins with a pre-treatment relaxation, followed by a one hour deep tissue massage addressing any number of aesthetic or health concerns and, before the package is completed with a relaxing cup of green tea, an additional massage option.  Among five choices such as facial shiatsu, zen stretch, immune boost, reflexology, and reiki, most people select either a facial or reflexology add-on.  I tried both!

Facial shiatsu addresses concerns plaguing almost any woman these days: eyestrain and tightened neck muscles from prevalent computer usage, headaches and stress and, for some, migraines.  Ladies, you'll also be happy to know that the facial shiatsu lifts up the cheeks and reduces wrinkles.  As the masseuse's hands began applying pressure to my scalp, working down systematically around the eyes and to the back of the neck, I saw my lists of things-to-do, people-to-call and emails-to-send gradually disappear, leaving me to drift off into pure relaxation; the kind you only experience during those rare, truly good nights' sleep.  Afterward, I saw colors more vividly and my cheeks were pink and rosy – in a natural way, without any make-up.

Every working woman – or one who likes to wear high healed shoes – owes it to her herself – and to her feet! – to also enjoy the reflexology treatment which reduces swelling, releases tension and infuses your body with the energy lost throughout the day.  We underappreciate our feet which work hard every day to support our entire weight.  Although I am very ticklish and cannot last through a pedicure without laughing and twitching, I was able to completely relax here and leave my feet in the reliable hands of iDo Holistic Center's licensed professionals – a surprising and pleasant first!

Electrolysis is the only permanent hair removal method approved by the FDA. NY Electrolysis Office provides comprehensive permanent hair removal by a highly trained Japanese electrologist who is a board certified and licensed electrologist, specializing in difficult cases for all genders. She employs the rare two-handed technique that removes twice as much hair in the same amount of time, and her unique qualification has earned her a lecturer position at a convention for electrologists. She also uses the latest equipment with 24K gold and insulated needles to ease the pain during procedures and shorten the healing time. With her flawless technique and superior equipment, electrolysis is an excellent option for people of all skin types.

Renowned for their courteous and thorough aesthetic care, Shizuka New York offers a wide variety of skin treatments using their original products. SHIZUKA New York Skincare System was developed by combining Western dermatology with an Eastern holistic approach and contains natural ingredients such as pearl protein, sake, soy as well as spring water collected from Mt. Fuji. For everyday care, Shizuka recommends the Classic Facial to replenish your skin, and for a more intensive repair, the Micro Facial stimulates skin regeneration by deep cleansing the skin and balancing the skin pH. They also offer unique nail care - the Sakura Pedicure and the Nagomi Manicure that treat nails with natural ingredients instead of harsh chemicals.

SHIZUKA New York Skincare System is a progressive line of skincare products that fights the signs of aging and helps maintain a clear complexion. They are hypoallergenic and free of any fragrances or preservatives.

The sweet aroma of melons and pears harmoniously blend with the fragrance of bamboo leaves. It has a sharp, dry finish.