EBKSalon

Jacksonville's Premier LifeSTYLE Salon & Demi Spa

Welcome to the cyber home of EBK Beauty.  

We specialize in 3D Microblading for Eyebrows, Hair Weaves and Extensions, Eyelash Extensions, Skin Care, Threading, Body Waxing, Hair Styling, and Custom Wigs. We are well known for our expertise in creating hair replacements for men, women and children who are undergoing chemotherapy and /or suffering from other hair loss conditions. We provide our customers with unique "Look Good, Feel Good" services. 

 

EBK Beauty Professionals are interested in not only being your "go to" professionals for your styling and beauty needs but as a source to consult for your questions and inquiries. Assisting you with your lifestyle goals is a part of the EBK Beauty experience. Our professionals make sure they are on the cutting edge of all things beauty, fashion and overall whole body health. They seek to educate themselves on new products, techniques and trends. You can be assured you are in very capable hands, providing you with the tools to help you achieve a true "Look Good, Feel Good" enhancement, whether through our services or our highly screened and chosen retail products.

 

At EBK Beauty we cater to a multicultural clientèle. Our team of professionals will pamper you, cater to you and exceed your expectations. During your EBK Beauty experience, we invite you to sip a glass of wine, enjoy a warm cup of imported coffee, a chilled bottle of water or a cup of aromatic herbal tea.  For your convenience, we also offer complimentary Wi-Fi.  

We look forward to sharing the EBK Beauty experience with you and thank you for visiting our Web site! 

Kobe Ellis

Owner, EBK Beauty

 

Click here to meet the EBK Beauty Staff!

 

Skin Needling

What is Skin Needling?

Skin needling, also called microneedling therapy, collagen induction therapy (CIT), and percutaneous collagen induction (PCI), is a minimally invasive skin-rejuvenation procedure that involves the use of a device that contains fine needles. The needles are used to puncture the skin to create a controlled skin injury. Each puncture creates a channel that triggers the body to fill these microscopic wounds by producing new collagen and elastin. Through the process of neovascularization and neocollagenesis, there is improvement in skin texture and firmness, as well as reduction in scars, pore size, and stretch marks.  Professional skin needling is considered a safe skin treatment when performed by a medical aesthetician, nurse, or physician. This should not be confused with the myriad of home care microneedling devices designed for patient use.

Is Skin Needling painful?

Topical anesthetic cream is used to keep the clients comfortable during the procedure. After the procedure, some experience tingling and or warm sensations in the treated areas. Using the needling pen lightly gives a tingling “prickly” sensation and although it does not feel good, it is not painful either-your face is more sensitive to it than your body. You may see a temporary reddening for up to 1-2 hours after treatment and it may create a sensation similar to a mild sunburn. However it is totally worth the discomfort to reap the benefits!

When will I see results from Skin Needling?

As you would imagine, the speed at which you will get visible results depends upon what you are trying to treat along with how far the body has to remodel the area in question. The process of skin remodeling can continue for several weeks or months after each Micro Needling session, but visible changes can be seen within around 7 days! Your skin automatically renews itself every 40 days, so with a few sessions changes can be dramatic. Clients should be advised that multiple treatments will be necessary. The number of needling sessions depends on the individual skin condition. Three or four treatments may be recommended for mild to moderate acne scarring, whereas deeper scars and stretch marks may require upward of five treatments. An interval of 4 to 6 weeks between treatments is typically recommended.  “Because it can be performed on all skin colors and types, it is sometimes the preferred treatment over laser as there is no risk of burning the patient.”  Professional skin needling is considered a safe skin treatment when performed by a medical aesthetician, nurse, or physician. This should not be confused with the myriad of home care microneedling devices designed for patient use.

Pre Skin Needling Prep:

Preparing the skin for this procedure will ensure optimum results. Healthy skin will respond better and results will last longer. Skin cells need nutrients for best function and a Dermapen recommended anti-aging regime should include:

Do not apply makeup, lotions or any other products on the day of the procedure. Absolutely no chemical peels, microdermabrasion or any related skin care treatments which exfoliate the skin within 4 weeks prior to all Skin Needling services.

Oral Supplements (omega-3, glucosamine and multivitamins)
Cleansers and Toners
Topical Vitamin A (avoid high dose)
Topical Vitamin C
Topical Antioxidants
Topical copper peptides
Topical Growth Factors
Sunscreen
 

Post Needling Skin Care:

Immediately after your Micro-Needling procedure, do not take any anti-inflammatory medications such as Ibuprofen, Motrin or Advil. These agents will interfere with the natural inflammatory process that is critical and responsible for your skin rejuvenation. Follow these simple steps: 




Day of Precedure: Do not apply makeup, lotions or any other topical products before your procedure. Absolutely no chemical peels, microdermabrasion or any other related skin care service which exfoliates the skin for a t least one month prior to all Skin Needling / Microneedling treatments. 

After the treatment, take precautions against sun exposure.

-Do not apply sunscreen for 12 hours after the  treatment due to the skin’s channels being open for a period of time and due to the toxic nature of some sunscreens on the market.
-Do not perform any vigorous exercise for at least 12 hours after treatment.
-Do not apply make-up for at least 12 hours after the treatment.
-Skin Needling may trigger a cold sore response in patients and a prophylaxis medication should be recommended to those who are prone to breakouts.
-Wash the face thoroughly a few hours after treatment. Gently massage the face with tepid water, and remove all serum and other debris such as dried blood.
-For the first 1-3 days the skin will be very dry and feel tight.
-After 2-3 days patients can return to regular skin care products or as soon as it is comfortable to do so.
-Avoid alcohol based toners 10-14 days.
-Avoid direct sun exposure for at least 10 days if possible.

TREATMENT RECOVERY TIMELINE:

Day 1: Erythema and red appearance and severity will depend upon how aggressive the treatment was performed.
Day 2: A red hue or pink hue persists like a moderate sunburn. Swelling may be more noticeable on the second day.
Day 3-5: Skin can be pink or normal color. Swelling subsides.






Day 1: On the next day, erythema and red appearance. The severity will depend upon how aggressive the treatment was performed. You may clean your face as usual and light apply makeup, lotions and other topical products. Stay away from exfoliants or glycolic acids that are present is cleaners as these can make your skin very dry after the procedure. Be sure to use an approved SPF30 or greater sunscreen! 




Days 2-7: Within two (2) days following your Skin Needling procedure, you will notice skin dryness and flaking. This is due to an increased turnover of skin cells. During this period, you may apply your skin moisturizer in Home Care Kit. A red or pink hue, like moderate sun burn may persist. In some cases, especially those of aggressive treatments, swelling may be more noticeable. Please follow the instructions given to you at the time of your service unless otherwise instructed. 




If a roller is used around the eyes, you may have a little micro bruising that may exist for three or four days. This can easily be covered with makeup. 



Days later, your skin will start shedding. These are skin layers that would regularly shed a week later, but the Micro-Needling brings this skin to the surface sooner. During this temporary process, your skin will shed and be dry. 





Days 7+: A week after the Micro-Needling procedure, most patients notice that their skin is smoother and more radiant.

Results vary, but usually a course of 1-3 treatments (maximum of 5, depending on the condition being treated) is typically recommended. If you require MORE procedures than this, you may have an unrecognized underlying medical condition and should consult with your provider. Of course, results may vary from patient to patient. Keep in mind that the healthier your body is, the better will be the results you achieve from a Skin Needling/Micro-Needling procedure. Your body’s function and overall health are reflected in your skin.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

How can Skin Needling help me?

 

Wrinkles- Skin Needling / Microneedling can be used to reduce deep wrinkles, fine wrinkles, skin lines and creases such as laughter lines, crow’s feet, smile lines, wrinkles on the forehead or scowl lines, creases around the mouth or lips – such as smoker’s mouth, on the neck and jaw line (including jowl lines), the chest (décolleté), the backs of the hands and more.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stretch Marks- Stretch mark treatment is just one of the countless benefits associated with using Micro-needling. Stretch marks come about when the skin is forced to stretch rapidly. The surface layer of skin isn’t affected, but the dermis underneath becomes thinner and develops tiny tears. The blood vessels that lie under the skin show through, giving the stretch marks a reddish color. Later, when the blood vessels contract, the purplish color fades to a paler skin tone.
The most common causes of stretch marks are pregnancy (around 75 to 90 percent of mothers develop stretch marks at some point during pregnancy), growth spurts in teenagers, rapid muscle growth in weight lifters and weight loss or weight gain.
The process of reducing stretch marks or treating stretch marks occurs as needling causes the production of new elastin and collagen fibers in the skin. The stretch marks gradually fill in, the skin grows thicker, becomes tighter, and the elasticity is restored. The speed at which stretch marks reduction can be achieved varies depending on the severity of the stretch marks, but visible changes can be detected in as little as a week with dramatic results in a month or less.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hair Loss / Alopecia- Limiting hair loss and baldness is an area which a lot people ask about. In recent studies, over a 3 month period, men who follow up professional sessions with the use of a Skin Needling Roller experienced an increase in hair growth in addition to an average of 80 percent reduction in hair loss. The professional hair restoration and regrowth process has been shown to aid thinning hair, balding, bald spots, receding hairlines, alopecia and more conditions.

 

 

 

Acne and Surgical Scars- Acne scarring reduction and acne scarring treatment are frequent uses for Skin Needling, in addition to treating surgery scars, pitted skin, large pores, chicken pox scars, burn scars, ice pick scars, appendectomy scars (appendix scar), burn scars, surgical scars, caesarian section scars, breast enlargement scars and tummy tuck scarring treatment. The result of using Skin Needling is incredible.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Skin Needling vs Surgical and other invasive procedures 

Advantage of Micro-Needling
Visual and noticeable improvement in a few days from the first treatment
Cost effective – there’s no expensive investment needed unlike equipments such as laser.
Short healing time (1/2 ~ 1 day)
No permanent damage or injury
No bruising, infection, discoloration or other complications
Extremely high absorption of any active ingredients
Almost all skin types can be treated
Thickens the dermis without damaging or removing epidermis
and much more… So, at the end of the day, Skin Needling is an all around better choice than going the  surgical or more invasive routs as long as you have the patients to reap the benifits.

Get the Perfect Brows You’ve Always Wanted with Jacksonville’s Eye Beauty Expert Kobe Ellis

Jacksonville women, men, and children looking to have fuller complete eyebrows now have an option with microblading. Kobe Ellis of EBK Beauty is now offering this new beauty technique which has been herald as the answer to over plucked, thinning, misshapen, or lost eyebrows. The process involves using a specially designed tool and expert artistry to give a 3D effect of full eyebrows. No more makeup, no more drawing in, or coloring in of eyebrows and being disappointed with the results.

It is the perfect answer to anyone wanting fuller brows placed perfectly and shaped expertly. Microblading is also known as 3D microblading, eyebrow embroidery, feathering, and etching. It falls under the category of semi-permanent makeup, but should not be confused with the older technique of eyebrow tattooing, which is much different. This process does not leave the eyebrows looking flat and fake. It actually looks more like the famously groomed eyebrows of celebrities – well shaped, perfectly arched, fully filled in, and realistic.

The results are long lasting and for some people can last for up to two years. If and when fading occurs, it does not leave behind shadowing or purpling. No discolor to the skin occurs. A simple refilling can be done if needed.

The procedure takes one to two hours and requires a follow-up approximately two weeks after the first procedure. Most eyebrow stylists, like Ms. Ellis, include both sessions in the cost of the service. Imagine being able to shower, swim, exercise, or even caught in the rain without worrying about your eyebrow makeup – this is what microblading offers and why it is becoming so popular.

“While most of my clients are women looking to build their confidence or to save time and money in their beauty routine, I’m beginning to see just as many clients that have serious illnesses involving hair loss or those that have undergone chemotherapy treatments which has caused hair loss, and their results are spectacular,” said Ms. Ellis.

She added, “While I have been in the beauty business for decades, this technique has brought me so much pleasure to share with my clients. The look on their faces when they first see themselves in the mirror is priceless. They are so happy with their new brow look and they carry themselves different – it’s transforming. It truly is life changing for someone that has wanted to have great looking realistic eyebrows and I’m happy to be able to bring this service to the Northeast Florida area.”

Ms. Ellis also stated that while microblading is perfect for those women wanting to regain their youth or get fabulously looking brows, the technique isn’t just for women. Men, too, get great results as well as children. Alopecia, trichotillomania, or the results of chemotherapy are no longer a problem thanks to this new trend in eyebrow beauty.

If you would like to schedule your appointment for microblading or any other beauty services, you will be happy to know that EBK Beauty currently has extended hours during the holiday season up until New Year’s Eve. Gift certificates are also available for monetary amounts or specifically for services. Call (904) 568-5242 for your appointment today or for gift certificates.

Eyebrow Addicts Get Your Fab On with Kobe Ellis of EBK Beauty

Eyebrow addicts this is your time – eyebrows are THE beauty asset that everyone is seeking. It used to be that if you were without thick beautifully shaped brows that you were destined to find help with brow pencils or carefully applied makeup. No more. The latest beauty process will have you looking like you were born lucky - with brows that are all the envy.

In the hands of a beauty expert that is part artist and part stylist you can have eyebrow extensions applied that will give you actual hairs filling in your sparse eyebrows, shaping them to better fit your face, to perfectly frame your eyes, and give you the eyebrows you never thought you could have.

Kobe Ellis has the skill, patience, experience, and artistry to expertly place actual hairs where they need to be to give you 24 hour brows day after day. No more stencils, no more pencils, no more powder, no more naked eye area after you cleanse your face. You will be wearing beautiful eyebrows that look like you were born with them – all day, all night.

This process is perfect for those that have alopecia, trichotillomania, or have lost their brows to chemotherapy. It is non-invasive and can restore confidence after just an hour or so of sitting in a chair with Ms. Ellis’ hands at work. With proper care the extensions can last for weeks, and when they shed it is individually and very natural. In other words, the extensions will not all fall out at once. It is more like a natural shed of normal brow hairs. Touch ups can be done much like a schedule one would follow to have their brows waxed or threaded. Instead of pulling them out, they are getting filled in. It’s easy and the result is spectacular. The extensions are popular with women, men, and children alike.

Special occasions, holiday gatherings, anniversaries, career changes, makeovers, photo opportunities, and weddings are perfect reasons to try the extensions. Truly, just because the day of the week ends in a “Y” is reason enough to make an appointment to get your eyebrows looking fabulous.

Eyebrows do more than just sit upon your face. They frame your eyes, they help form expression, and their fullness can restore youth in a look. Professionally shaped brows with extensions can add elegance and softness to a face. It is important to make sure that the person doing extensions is also well experienced in shaping and placing of eyebrows in the right spot and angles. Kobe Ellis is the eye beauty expert in the Jacksonville and Northeast Florida area and is well known for her brow expertise. Get the brows you never had, used to have, or always wanted – call for your appointment today – or give a gift certificate - (904) 568-5242.

Look Fabulous with the New Trends in Eyelashes and Eyebrows by Jacksonville’s Kobe Ellis

Kobe Ellis of EBK Beauty has what you need to give yourself a boost. A gift certificate or appointment is the perfect gift to ask for from Santa or to gift to yourself for the holidays. Whether you want to have your eyebrows shaped and threaded or to take advantage of the skilled hand application of 3D eyebrow embroidery (microblading) to fill them in to last through next summer, all of it is available in Jacksonville.

The opportunities go beyond the brows and taking back some of your youth with them properly filled and shaped, you can also be wearing the new trend in eyelash extensions. Kobe is of course known widely for her expertise in eye related beauty, but her skills at eyelash extensions especially the new 2D to 6D extensions is sought after heavily – even by those seeking to learn from her to bring the service to their own area.

Lash addicts have always wanted to have full and thick volume filled lashes around the clock that look natural, youthful, and flirty. If this is what you want, then you can’t miss sitting in Kobe’s chair for this procedure. The process involves skillfully attaching 2 to 6 small hairs to each of your own eyelashes or the nearby area. With proper care and following her instructions they can last 4-6 weeks. The lashes wear away with the natural shredding cycle of your own eyelashes and can be easily refilled when needed. This technique allows the addition of both length and volume that looks natural and real. No one is born with the genes to give them the eyelashes and brows that Kobe can give you!

In some areas of the country, even in major cities, these procedures aren’t yet available and if they are, then they aren’t available by Kobe Ellis and that is why it’s so exciting that those in the Jacksonville and surrounding areas have the ability to just pick up the phone and make an appointment.

Get your gift certificate or appointment now to look fabulous for the holidays and New Year – call (904) 568-5242.

Kobe Ellis Brings Newest Beauty Trend of Microblading Brows to Jacksonville Area

Jacksonville women and men are you ready for the latest and greatest trend in beauty? Kobe Ellis, of EBK Beauty, is bringing microblading for eyebrows to the northeast Florida area. There is no need to plan a visit to New York City, or other major beauty capital because this service is now available in our own city.

Microblading is also known as eyebrow embroidery, feathering, etching, or semi-permanent makeup, the truth is that no matter what name it’s called it is practically a fountain of youth. Ask anyone that is a victim of over tweezing, hair loss, aging, or just plain genetics that leaves the eyebrows less defined or sparse and they will tell you they long for fuller eyebrows. Microblading fills in the spaces, plumps the eyebrow area with 3-D looking hair strokes, and takes away years from the face.

Ms. Ellis is a beauty expert that specializes in the eye area. Her company, EBK Beauty is an acronym for Eyes By Kobe. She is best known for her ability to shape and form eyebrows to perfectly fit the face and eyes of the person in her chair. Now, she has completed professional training to bring the very best technique for microblading to her home town.

“A person no longer has to spend time filling in the eyebrow area with something they know will look less than natural,” Ms. Ellis said. “Now they can have fuller eyebrows that look real, make them look more natural and energetic, not to mention younger and vibrant.”

Experts in the beauty business have tried for decades to come up with products that can be used that will help women in need of fuller eyebrows. Not only those with thinned eyebrows, but also to help those that with brows that need reshaping or repositioning to better frame their eyes and show off their best look.

Microblading involves the expert depositing a pigment about 1 mm under the skin with a special tool (no machine) and procedure that gives the appearance of thin eyebrow hairs. It is relatively painless and few complain of it being uncomfortable said Ms. Ellis. The procedure involves about an hour or two of the client’s time and two treatments. Afterwards, the client can expect the treatment to last for anywhere from six months to a year or longer.

Ms. Ellis iterated that there are clients that seek out the treatment that have suffered from serious illnesses such as cancer or alopecia and find the procedure life enhancing

There are other salons and spas in the area that offer traditional eyebrow tattoos, but those can leave the brows looking flat and dull compared to this new technique. Microblading is a step up from that procedure and offers a more impressive result. Ms. Ellis added that she is capable of blending the pigment to best match the client’s coloring. While either wearing makeup or going natural, a person (male or female) can be assured they have perfectly shaped, placed, formed, and filled in brows. This is the perfect procedure for those close-up selfies and upcoming holiday photos.

Appointments are available during regular salon hours at EBK Beauty, but special appointments are available for after hours and weekends. Call (904) 568-5242 for your appointment today.