Beauty & Spas in Waipi'o

Rather than sketching designs across the body, the tattoo artists at Lotus Dragon Tattoo opt to enhance eyes and lips with permanent cosmetics. After applying a topical anesthetic to the treatment area, the ink blotters use a sterile tattoo needle to outline upper eyelids or lips or fill out sparse eyebrows. Each cosmetic process takes anywhere from two to three hours and is tailored to suit the individual’s skin tone, hair color, and makeup preferences. Though the cosmetic tats last for life, touchups may be necessary every three to five years to combat fading, which is often caused by prolonged exposure to sunlight or incubation lamps.

Sean Nakama has immersed himself in the philosophies of renowned hair-product brands ranging from Aveda and Matrix to Paul Brown Hawaii and L'Anza. This extensive education, augmented by experience gained during 15 years in the industry, informs Nakama as he presides over Diva Salon. His team of stylists wields Aveda color products to turn manes a summery blond or a steel gray that blends in with a bank safe’s interior. The stylists also employ products from Original Sprout—which uses organic ingredients—as they transform hairscapes. In addition to cutting, coloring, and lengthening locks, Diva Salon’s aestheticians apply lash extensions.

Yolo Medical Inc. develops and manufactures noninvasive aesthetic medical equipment for use by certified spas and clinics. The company's namesake Yolo Curve laser combines both visible and infrared laser light to stimulate inch loss, reduce joint pain, and service Troll dolls' belly diamonds. Continuing outside the realm of eyesight, a Digital Pulse Analyzer uses pulse waves to detect early warning signs of cardiovascular disease, and the Whole Body Vibration Platform stimulates rapid-fire muscle contractions to quickly strengthen bodies. Following the completion of any of Yolo Medical Inc.'s treatments, its proprietary Nutraceuticals supplements work to continue the process of weight loss and detoxification.