Shear Ecstasy Beauty Boutique

Representing the salon and my mom at the Parkinson's Step n Stride in Olds today.

Olds and area raised just under $20,000!!!! Amazing 👏 🤩 🙀 🥰🥰

Thank you to everyone who donated and came out. Cheryl and I walked the full track twice and then I walked it again at the end of the event... my poor knee is very angry 😫😫😭

Friends and family, this year I’ve committed to Step n Stride 2026 in support of Parkinson Association of Alberta. I’ve set a $1,000 goal to help fund local programs, education, and support for people living with Parkinson’s. And if I reach this goal, I will walk 20k! Come out and support team 'Shear Ecstasy Beauty Boutique'.

Some of you may know that my mother, Marlene, suffers from Parkinson's. It has been a very hard struggle for her, and me, to see her body decline so much. It is physically and mentally draining. Recently, we have seen a real decline in her physical body requiring much needed dailly assistance. If you’re able, please donate to my page and stand with me in this effort: https://parkinsonassociation.akaraisin.com/ui/stepnstride2026/p/84b4bd93e7f84e57a6507524b0cebf48

Come hear Tracie perform Celtic music at 10am ( WVCA tent) and 2pm (Otte tent)! See you there.

🍀 Celebrate music, culture, and community at the Water Valley Celtic Festival! 🍀

From talented musicians and dancers to local artisans, crafts, delicious food, and a mead garden, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

📅 June 20�🕙 10 AM – 9 PM

Mark your calendars and join us for a day full of entertainment, laughter, and Celtic traditions in beautiful Water Valley.

🎟️ Get your tickets https://www.watervalley.ca/celtic-festival

"H**p Seed lotions and body wash" - Product of the month.

Seeking the ideal Valentine's Day present? We'll create a customized gift bag highlighting our exceptional lotions and fragrant must-haves just for your Valentine. 💝❤️‍🔥💝

Careful what you ask for.......🤣🤣

When the client asked for all her nails the same length 💅🏻

In the 19th century, hair was not washed every day. This wasn’t due to neglect, but rather knowledge that has largely been forgotten today: frequent washing could destroy it. The soap of the era, made with lye, was harsh and toxic to long tresses. It stripped away natural oils, leaving hair dry, brittle, and difficult to style. Men, with their short hair, could endure such treatment, but women, whose hair often reached their waists, could not risk it.

Their secret lay in meticulous brushing. The famed “100 strokes every night” was no myth—it was a vital ritual. Using a boar-bristle brush, cleaned daily, they distributed natural oils from root to tip while removing dust and residue. This careful daily routine kept hair strong, glossy, and healthy without the need for frequent washing. The act of brushing itself was both a practical and a beauty ritual, reflecting a deep understanding of hair care.

In high society, hair was more than mere appearance; it symbolized status and well-being. Elaborate Victorian hairstyles—towers of curls, endless braids, and cascading loops—were not only fashionable but also protected hair from wear and environmental dirt. “Rats,” small padding made from gathered hair or wool, added volume and structure. A woman could go months without a deep wash, yet her hair would still look impeccable. This was not neglect, but deliberate, patient, and refined care—an art that preserved hair as a treasure, shining as brilliantly as the jewels it adorned.