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Friday, April 12, 2024 was a day to revel in the victory of Kansas Governor, Laura Kelly, protecting the health and safety of Kansans. However, we have one last hurdle to kill this bill. Although the governor vetoed the bill, it can still be overturned by a 2/3 vote in both the House and Senate. It is currently on the agenda for the Senate on April 25, 2024. Why is this bill so concerning? Watch our KCTV5 NewStory (April 3, 2024) for more details. https://www.kctv5.com/video/2024/04/03/new-bill-looks-deregulate-sugaring-has-local-estheticians-alarmed/ There was only 1 opposing vote when the Senate originally voted. What can we do now? We need everyone to email the senators asking them to protect Kansans by changing their vote and opposing SB434. If we can get 14 senators to change their vote, there won’t be a 2/3 majority needed to overturn the governor’s veto. We will win this battle. (There will be more Beauty Industry deregulation bills to come nationwide.) Who voted for Sugaring Bill 434? Senate Vote Results: Bills and Resolutions | Kansas State Legislature (kslegislature.org) House of Representatives Vote Results: Bills and Resolutions | Kansas State Legislature (kslegislature.org) What shall I say to the senators? Dear Senator ________________, Please DO NOT vote to overturn the veto for Sugaring Bill SB434. Vote to protect the health and safety of Kansans to avoid sanitation and bodily harm concerns, such as contagious diseases, from the unskilled rendering of hair removal techniques. This exposes our children by giving access to this service anywhere, with no required screening, inspection, or disinfection to create a safe environment. Thank you, _______ What’s the Backstory to this bill? The public and Beauty Industry Professionals were not aware or present at the Kansas Capitol to ensure the senators had ALL the information needed to make an informed decision as to the concerns with rendering of uneducated Sugaring Hair Removal Services. They only heard the proponents of the bill espouse that Sugaring is “just lemon, sugar, and water and can’t hurt anyone”. So, why weren’t we there? It is because we did not know a Sugaring Bill Hearing was happening until the day before. Opponents of SB434 missed the House and Senate hearings to testify against the bill, but it will not happen again. Four licensed Cosmetologists and Estheticians testified in the hearing with Federal and State Affairs Committee about concerns with uneducated, unlicensed providers rendering Sugaring Hair Removal, but, it was too late to sway opinions with pertinent facts about training, education, blood spill, contagious disease control, and more. How can we made a difference? This bill being vetoed is a blessing! Even going back to the senate for one more vote is giving us a platform to bring awareness to this Sugaring bill and how legislation works. We have been given a chance to provide accurate information about the dangers to the public when Unlicensed people are allowed to touch unassuming customers without proper training. This next vote also give senators an opportunity to correct their initial vote against their constituents. What happens after the senators vote? If we do not get enough senators to change their vote against SB434, the bill will go to the House of Representatives. If all the Representatives vote the same way, they will not have enough votes to overturn the veto. We just have to keep that for legislators to do the right thing—and encourage them with our emails and calls. Click on their names and tell them your concerns and use the provided template above: Senators https://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/measures/vote_view/je_20240222105226_164384/ Contact House of Representatives https://www.kslegislature.org/li/b2023_24/measures/vote_view/je_20240326101851_959025/ Senate Current Events for April 25, 2024 https://kslegislature.org/li/events/senate/ What’s Next? You are welcome to join monthly meetings with SALON/SPA CONSUMER ADVOCACY. We are dedicated to bringing awareness Beauty Industry Deregulation to Salon/Spa Professionals and the Public. We are in the beginning stages of organizing our coalition to prepare for the next deregulation bills that will risk our health and safety with low bars for sanitation and skilled services. Leave a comment and/or share how you feel about Beauty Industry Deregulation with us.

Please sign our petition for Governor Laura Kelly to Veto Bill: SB434 to Deregulate Sugaring Hair Removal. Please sign our petition today! https://chng.it/sGdjjbLNjZ As a concerned citizens of Kansas, we support and stand with the Kansas Licensed Estheticians and Cosmetologists to VETO SB434 and keep Kansas safe. We am deeply troubled by this bill that seeks to deregulate sugaring hair removal services in Kansas. This bill, if not vetoed, would allow anyone to provide sugaring services without the necessary training, licensing, or background screening, creating a significant risk to the public’s health and safety. A group of my colleagues and I testified before the Kansas Federal and State Affairs Committee on behalf of the health and safety of the public, in particular, the women of Kansas who seek temporary hair removal services in salons and spas. Here is the attached hearing; you will witness the testimony from Proponents and Opponents of SB434: Sugaring Deregulation from March 6, 2024 in Topeka, KS at the State Capitol. View our testimony: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZyNRt1tE5Ao (Scroll to 35min time stamp.) Sugar Hair Removal Services are safe when rendered properly. Please sign our petition today! https://chng.it/sGdjjbLNjZ By signing our petition to Veto SB434, you help all of us. Protecting the health and safety of the public needs to be a top priority for every decision-maker in every state. Please help persuade Kansas to do the right thing. As you can see in our testimony, we highlighted all of the key concerns BEYOND rendering hair removal services that need to be taken seriously when deregulating a service within an industry that primarily serves women in a very intimate way. Now, here's the key reasons why we'd like your signature on our petition... What you need to know about the deregulation of Sugaring Hair Removal The Risk #1: Why Is This Veto So Important? Human Trafficking #2: What is our main concern? Action Needed #3: Is Your Reader Feeling Empowered? The Risk #1: Why Is This Veto So Important? Although a sugaring service can be done on any part of the body, the primary area for this service is the genital area. The sugaring hair removal process involves the client removing their clothing from the service area, direct contact with skin from the service provider, and removing the hair from its follicle. When sugaring is not performed correctly, using safety protocols, and with properly disinfected tools, both the client and the provider are at significant risk of infection and disease. Diseases that could have lifelong effects such as herpes, AIDS, hepatitis, and STDs. By allowing untrained, unlicensed individuals to perform this service in unregulated facilities, the public is not safe. source: American Academy of Dermatology Please seize this opportunity to make your voice heard with us. Human Trafficking #2: What is our the main conern? This bill also has the potential to expose women and girls to sex crimes and/or human trafficking. If not vetoed, providers of this service would no longer be screened for felonies. This would allow registered sex offenders and pedophiles to offer sugaring services to the public. It would also mean the facilities providing these services would no longer be inspected or have any oversight from a state agency. This lack of regulation will open opportunities for illicit activities under the guise of beauty services. Action Needed #3: How you can help! The importance of regulating disinfection, sterilization, and regular inspections cannot be overstated when it comes to sugaring hair removal services.  The result of these regulations is that they allow me, and the public, to feel safe and protected. Please sign and share our petition today! https://chng.it/sGdjjbLNjZ

5 Tips to reap the Skin and Hair Benefits of a Humidifier in Your Home Ever noticed that your hair and skin seems more dry in the wintertime? It is not your imagination. If you don't have a furnace with a humidifier, consider getting a freestanding one. I keep one in our home and the skin studios to keep skin, hair, and plants from drying out. Plus, with the right humidifier, you can diffuse lovely essential oils that will waft your favorite scents throughout your space--talk about a mood stabilizer! Tip #1 - Too much of a good thing is not good The benefits of using a humidifier for your skin and overall health are undeniable: Hair + Skin - Increases the air's water content Body - Hydration helps flush toxins and fluids through the capillaries Room - The right humidifier can be used to diffuse healing essential oils for a healthy mood However, it's important to avoid any potential issues by using your humidifier correctly. Tip #2 - Short and Sweet At BELLA BAR, I recommend using a humidifier for short periods of time, and only when needed. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and keep an eye on the humidity levels in your home. By using your humidifier safely and effectively, you'll be able to enjoy the benefits for your skin and respiratory health. "Include quotes by experts in your post to add credibility." – SEO specialist Tip #3 - Make it personal Not withstanding the hydration benefits for hair and skin, there's nothing like a space that smells like a spa. The same scents my clients love at BELLA BAR can extend to their personal spaces with a humidifier or a diffuser. My favorite essential oil combinations for home and skin studio are: Eucalyptus + Lavender Lemongrass + Peppermint Clove + Lemon Tip #4 - Clean this thing If you're using your humidifier weekly, clean it every week. Germs, bacteria, and mold will harbor in the equipment if it's not throughly maintained for cleanliness. The essential oils will build up and clog the machine as well. Use water and vinegar to clean your humidifier. And, dry it out thoroughly between uses to avoid fungi breeding ground. Tip #5 - Still on the fence Lastly, if you're still on the fence for whether a humidifier is right for you, consider a few more benefits that can help with the over all health benefits for you and your family, if, you're willing to keep your humidifier clean: Acne - When skin is dry, oil production can increase and cause acne breakouts Chapped Lips - Helps keep chapped lips at bay by keeping hydration in the air Static Cling - Air humidity reduces static cling because hair absorbs hydration Dull/Dry Skin - Give your skin a chance to glow with the right skincare and un-dry air Where to begin I am not a humidifier sales rep. Nor does BELLA BAR sell humidifiers. I am simply an Esthetician that's here to help. Of course, always research any information I provide to you and make sure it's is right for you and your lifestyle! But, if you'd like to know what humidifiers I have chosen for my home and skin studio, message me and I will respond with the link. info@BELLABAR365.COM

Nichole Hines, Licensed Esthetician, Brow Tattooist, and Cosmetologits, offer Procell Microchanneling, Brow Tattooing, Anti-Aging Skincare Facials and products at two locations. Bella Bar Aesthetics is here for you! BOOK SHOP The benefits of using a humidifier for your skin and overall health are undeniable. However, it's important to avoid any potential issues by using your humidifier correctly. At BELLA BAR, we recommend using a humidifier for short periods of time, and only when needed. Be sure to follow the manufacturer's instructions and keep an eye on the humidity levels in your home. By using your humidifier safely and effectively, you'll be able to enjoy the benefits for your skin and respiratory health. SkinCare Shop Epitome Eye Repair Sheet Mask Calendula Flower Body Oil Neck Tightening Ampoule View All Nichole Hines, Owner Make BELLA BAR AESTHETICS your go-to destination for the best skincare experience. As a licensed esthetician, tattooist, cosmetologist, and business owner for 30 years, I have perfected the art of 10-Minute Brazilian. I offer Age-Defying Procell Microchanneling, Hyperpigmentation Treatments Powder Brow Tattooing, and more services . Let me serve you with the very best products and services for your healthy skin. Certain services are only offered at my MO LOCATION due to state laws and licensing. Read More Two locations: Leawood, KS, and Kansas City, MO welcome you to experience the latest in Procell microchanneling, powder brow tattooing, Korean skincare, Dermaplaning, and much more. At BELLA BAR, I pride myself on offering a results-driven and cost-effective product line to help you achieve that perfect skin! Follow Me Contact

The best services are rendered with preparation. Pre-care and Post-care info to maintain the best results are imperative. Proper products and contraindicative practices are highlighted here for the health and safety of all clients. Protocol At BELLA BAR, we offer a range of skincare services that are tailored to your individual needs. Our protocol ensures that each treatment we offer is performed to the highest standard and provides you with the results you desire. Our clear communication process ensures that you know exactly what to do before and after your appointment, ensuring a stress-free experience. Welcome to BELLA BAR BOOK WAXING PROTOCOL BEFORE + AFTER Tips BELLABAR uses botanical wax that is formulated to be gentle and safe while providing anti-fungal, anti-bacterial and anti-viral properties. Here are some tips that are recommended for a successful waxing appointment and regimen: We do not trim hair. Please do not shave, but trim your bikini hair to 1/4 inch (length of a piece of rice). Please Plan Ahead: Appointments must be scheduled at least 14 days in advance to receive your optimum date and time. MEMBERSHIP- We offer our LOYALTY Brazilian for Brazilians Waxes booked within 6wks of last appt. with us. No shaving for at least 14 days prior to service, because hair length must be 1/4 inch for waxing. SKIP THE CAFFEINE Please trim longer hair to no shorter than 1/4 inch. Tip: Longer is better than too short! Don't go too short! ;-) Hair that is too long will cause undue discomfort and require a longer appointment. Brazilians usually take 10-20 minutes-- if there is prior hair length grooming. DO NOT sunbathe or tan within 24 hours before or after waxing. DO NOT workout/exercise within 24 hours before or after waxing to avoid skin irritation. DO NOT shave between appointments; wax may be resistant to shaved hair. DO NOT use numbing creams! They have ingredients that prevent wax from adhering to the hair and will not render an effective wax service. Gently exfoliate at least 48 hours before your waxing appointment. We highly recommend our V-LOVE KITS for gentle and effective at-home exfoliation. To minimize discomfort, please take a pain reliever- TYLENOL ONLY at least 30 minutes prior to your waxing appointment. ONLY TYLENOL because other pain relievers are blood thinners. To minimize bumps and irritation, consider taking an anti-histamine before your service. Try to schedule your appointment several days after menstruation when service will cause less discomfort. We recommend booking your next appointment before leaving the studio to accommodate your schedule. 24 Hour Cancellation Policy-A credit card on file after a no-show or cancellation in less than 24 hours. Avoid heat (sauna, steam, etc.) 24 hours after waxing. When booking, there is an online HAIR REMOVAL INTAKE FORM to inform us of any skin medications or allergies that may affect your service. (See attachments on 'Treatments page to download your form(s) before your first visit. Always notify your Esthetician of and health, medical, or lifestyle changes at each appointment. SKINCARE PROTOCOL Facial Protocol: This service includes: Deep Cleansing, Extractions, an a Customized Enzyme Treatment. NOTE: At-home care products recommended by BELLA BAR are suggested for optimum results. 70% effective skin care is what you do at home daily, 30% is what we do for you weekly or monthly. Healthy skin and corrective skincare results take time, patience, and dedication! Discontinue RetinA, alpha hydroxyl acids and salicylic acid products 5 days prior to your facial appointment and for 3 days after. Always use an organic SPF30 sun block to protect your skin. If you have any allergies or are using any prescription skin care medications, please let us know upon arrival for your appointment. Always notify your Esthetician of and health, medical, or lifestyle changes at each appointment. Email info@bellabar365.com Follow

Nichole Hines, Licensed Esthetician + Brow Tattooist offers Procell Microchanneling, Age-Defying Facials and Brow Tattooing in Leawood, KS and Kansas City, MO. *Licensed for 30 years in the Beauty Industry. State Board of Cosmetology Board Memeber since 2019. About Nichole Hines, LE THE BELLA BAR STORY Nichole Hines, LICENSED AESTHETICIAN, COSMETOLOGIST, BROW TATTOOIST BELLA BAR is the Home Of The 10-Minute Brazilian W/ Nichole Hines. NICHOLE HINES is a Licensed Cosmetologist, Esthetician, and Tattooist in Missouri; Licensed Cosmetologist in Kansas. She is currently serving her fifth term as Vice Chairman of Kansas State Board of Cosmetology. Nichole is the owner of skin and hair removal spas, BELLA BAR AESTHETICS and LOFTS by BELLA BAR (salon suites). Nichole has been a licensed hairstylist and esthetician for 30 years. She has owned a hair salon, salon and day spa, insurance agency as a licensed insurance owner/agent and financial planner, and a yoga studio as a certified yoga instructor. 30 years in Cosmetology/Aesthetics as a salon and day spa owner has given Nichole the expertise to deliver an efficient 10-Minute Brazilian Wax, and DermaPlane Treatment, Procell Microchanneling, Brow Tattooing, and more. Nichole is the owner of skin and hair removal spas, BELLA BAR AESTHETICS and LOFTS by BELLA BAR (salon suites). Her business includes her own vegan and botanical skincare product line. BELLA BAR has two locations: Kansas City, MO and Leawood, KS. Quarterly, Nichole hosts continuing education classes for beauty industry business and Brazilian Waxing at her Missouri location. Check out her GOOGLE reviews for real testimonies of her 'bedside' manner. WAX: All botanical waxes are formulated for sensitive skin with high-quality skin-safe ingredients to naturally provide anti-fungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. SKIN: We utilize results-driven, vegan skin care products to replenish and preserve healthy skin. BELLA BAR offers the BELLA BAR V-LOVE KIT for at-home Brazilian maintenance.