Bodyworks by Gayle

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Starting my career in cosmetology, I quickly realized that a deeper understanding of the financial industry would be an asset to any future business ventures. I spent several years studying business strategies and working within the banking field.
In 1987 I returned to my original passion and focused on the beauty industry. In 1989 opening my first location in Orland Park, IL, concentrating on permanent hair removal and skin care.
With the ongoing requests by clients for help with their eyebrow reconstruction, I study under a renowned physician in California and in the early 1990's became certified in the application of tattooing for permanent cosmetics.
The ability to help and bring joy to people became my driving force! Over the years I've worked on clients with birth defects, accident victims, burn survivors and alopecia suffers.

I've assisted cancer patients who have had breast reconstruction as well as those in need of their eyebrows or eyelashes to be enhanced or totally replaced. Over the years I have worked with many cases that required a complete overhaul of their esthetic look which enabled the client to regain inner peace.
I hold the accreditation of CPCP (Certification Permanent Cosmetic Professionals) and SME (Subject Matter Expert) 1 of only 15 worldwide.
Having had articles published in our trade magazines and major news papers recognizing my ability to transform people through the art of permanent makeup. Receiving referrals from a renowned instructor from the UCLA School of Dermatology Physicians. Clients traveling from as far as Italy and Greece for the artistry that I'm able to offer them through permanent makeup tattooing.

This is a tattoo your Grandma would certainly approve of.
Permanent Makeup is a great convenience every person. It can release you of your eyeliner, brow pencil or lipstick forever. Men and Woman from all walks of life have come to enjoy the effortless of their mornings by having PERMANENT MAKEUP applied.
Permanent Cosmetic Tattooing is for Men and Women. As many Men with Alopicia, accident victims and cancer survivor's have sought-out my services.
Gayle is an expert lip and brow reconstructionist, working on: burns, dog bites, lip line and lip color deterioration. Other permanent cosmetic procedures include, scar camouflage, or repigmentation of skin, areola restoration, aloepicia, hair enhancement. I work closely with three plastic surgeons and receive referrals from several local doctors. We comply with all OSHA standards of sanitation and sterilization.

Electrolysis is one of two procedures that will Permanent remove unwanted hair for both men and women, anywhere on the body.

With Electrolysis we use disposable probes for all clients. Our sterilization methods far exceed all requirements. We comply with all OSHA standards of sanitation and sterilization.

We use the Blend method, which is a combination of galvanic and thermolysis. With this method we are able to cut the total treatment time in half compared to straight thermolysis. Electrolysis is a must for all hair that is Blonde, White or Gray, or in shaping the lower section of the eyebrows.

The eyebrows are an extremely important facial feature, I'll make sure your eyebrows are look fabulous.
Facials - Lite Therapy
Our facials are designed to correct the problems you are experiencing with your skin at the time. &nsbp; We use "Bio-Elements" which is a custom blended product in all of our facials. &nsbp; We offer sveral types of facials as well as mini facials, corrective facials, oxygen and collegen facials as well as anti-stress facials.
You may also enjoy some reflexology or a hand paraffin while your mask is in place.

Deep tissue cleansing exfoliate with steaming (extraction if needed), massage, final mask to compliment your personal skin type.&nsbp; This facial is excellent for all types of skin plus: Acne Skin, Capillary Redness. This facial also offers the Alpha blend MAX Exfoliant, Detoxifying Arctic Algae and the MEN'S Retexturizing facial. &nsbp;This facial is 1 hour.
Anti-stress Spa Facial
Corrective facial plus hand and arm massage with hot mitts and a specialty final mask of either: Repechage - 4 layer, Chinese Herbology - 5 Layer, Vitamin C. &nsbp; All of these masks refine lines, leaves skin with new clarity and vitality. This facial is approximately 1 1/2 hours.

Non-surgical Face Lift
This is a one hour treatment on the neck and face to stimulate muscle regeneration giving you a more youthful appearance.

This is an alpha hydroxy and exfoliation treatment. This is recommended in a series of 6 treatments of one a week. It will remove 4 to 7 cellular layers per treatment, with visible reducing of fine lines, heals blemishes, shrinks pores, even out skin tone and over all improves the texture of your skin. This package includes a nightly maintenance kit and two corrective facials, one before and one after. *Client must use an SPF 15 designed for the face, daily while receiving the treatment.

Each treatment takes approximately 45 minutes. This is a progressive, non-surgical procedure that projects natural crystals onto the surface of the skin for a gentle abrasion that reveals newer, healthier, younger looking skin. Helps to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, age spots, sun damage and skin discoloration. Reduces enlarges pores, eliminating blackheads and pimples also reducing the appearance of acne scars and some stretch marks. Overall improving circulation and skin health. There is no down time with this treatment.

This is a Photo-rejuvenation Therapy that is based on Important research by NASA which has proved that certain frequencies of light significantly increases new tissue growth, the synthesis of collagen and overall healing time after injury or surgery. This treatment also helps to reduce overall redness of Rosacea through its LED Light Therapy. This treatment will also plump up your lips. There is no down time with this treatment.

This program is designed to reduce the look of cellulite on those problem areas. After we exfoliate the area to be treated, we massage in the thermogenic cream and oils. This treatment not only smooths the skin out, but improves circulation, lessens inflammation in joints alleviating pain and stiffness, promotes detoxification by reducing fat deposits connected with poor circulation by bursting fat capsules in subcutaneous tissues so fat becomes absorbed in blood stream and lymph and then is expelled from your body. Other benefits include improving of skin texture and elasticity, speeds recovery from injuries, relaxes spasms and tense muscles, keeps muscles in good tone.

Gayle is a fantastic permanent cosmetic makeup artist, absolutely one of the best. [ Ilenia Consalvo ]
I was referred from UCLA Medical Center, traveled from California to have my eyebrows, eyeliner, and lips completed. It was most certainely worth every penny. [ Rita Covarrubias ]

Is the procedure painful?
The level of sensation varies per individual. I apply a topical anesthetics to the subject area prior to the procedure.
How long will the procedure take?
The procedures may take anywhere from 1 to 2 hours total time from the time you enter my office until you are ready to leave.
What if a mistake is made?
On any application where I need to improve upon the shape, I use a sanitized applicator to draw on the brows or lips prior to the start.
You will be able to see the shape and approve the application before we start.
How do you know where to place my eyebrows?
Everyone has a designated area determined by their bone structure. We use these guide line to apply the best brow for your face.
How will Gayle choose an appropriate color?
For your eyebrows we take into consideration the color of your undertones your natural brow color,
if there are any there and the color of your hair, with room for hair color change.
For your lips, most women wear the same color or similar color, because it's what complements their skin.

Applying an alternative color over my permanent makeup?
Yes, You will just have to take into consideration that you are dealing with a different starting canvas color.
Can Gayle make my lips have a fuller look?
Yes, Lip correction is a specialty of Gayle's. Not only for the woman who just wants her lips enlarged,
but the man or woman who might be suffering from some type of deformity from birth or an accident.
What may be done if I have eyeliner applied and styles change?
Gayle is always conservative with the application of permanent make-up.
You can always add more for that special occasion, unless of course, you absolutely want it permanently applied. Then I will accommodate you.
How soon will I be able to schedule an appoitnment?
Call 708.460.2202 - give us a call and we'll try and fit you in as soon as possible.
What if I want to change my eyebrow or lip color?
This can be done as the colors integrate to change the original color implanted.
How long will the permanent makeup last?
While there will be some fading, Permanent Makeup is just that - PERMANENT. It will last indefinitely.

Our Contact Details !
We are located just south of Jewel at the lighted intersection of Wolf Road and 179th Street. Head south on Wolf Road, turn right (west) at 183rd Place (an Animal Hospital is on the corner), head 1 1/2 blocks west and turn right in parking lot.