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Don’t let winter damage your skin

January 10, 2017 By patkaspian

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Bonjour mesdames!
Keeping you informed as we partner with you in your skincare needs, we hope our new quarterly newsletter format will provide you with tips, advances and salon offerings to keep you beautiful, the French way!
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SOLUTIONS TO YOUR SKIN CARE CONCERNS

During the winter months, our skin is in need of some major TLC. From temperature changes, pollution, low humidity, pollen, and other environmental factors to lifestyle choices, winter can affect the health of your skin.

There are two types of dry skin many women experience –  Dryness (genetically inadequate oil production) and/or Dehydration (inadequate water retention).

Common causes of epidermal dehydration include lifestyle choices, such as smoking, medication or illness; a diet high in salt or stimulants, such as coffee; environmental factors, both heating and air conditioning; or sun damage, which can cause moisture loss.

All of these factors contribute to free-radical damage, contributing to loss of collagen and cell degeneration (read wrinkles and loss of tone and elasticity). Those with redness-prone or rosacea can often experience a higher rate of epidermal dehydration, because the heat present with their condition can encourage water evaporation.

Hormonal changes result in drier skin as we age (a boon to those who have had oily skin issues!). But to most women, visible aging can be accelerated if the skin is not nourished and kept well-hydrated.

Although drinking enough water is vitally important to hydrated skin, this alone cannot prevent dehydration. Even if we drink the right amount of water, if the skin’s barrier is impaired, the water is likely to be lost through TEWL (transepidermal water loss).

Also, if that weren’t enough, dry skin affects the absorption of your skincare products which is why gentle exfoliation, masks and treatments are SO important. This is where we come to the rescue… With our variety of French inspired treatments and products, we can help protect your skin from these environmental hazards and combat fine lines, wrinkles, and a dull, uneven skin tone especially during this critical winter season.

Since it is our commitment to stay on top of the latest innovations in skin care, we will always bring to you the best treatments and products… With A French Touch. We offer a customized, regenerating and relaxing experience with beautiful results.

A FRENCH TOUCH SALON SOLUTIONS

SOTHYS Hydra 3Ha Hyaluronic Acid Facial

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The Hydra 3Ha Ultimate Hydration Facial restores your skin’s capacity to re-hydrate. This luxury treatment meets the hydration needs of all skin types, in particular those with dehydrated or dry skin.

The customized facial works to exfoliate, rehydrate, regenerate, plump and rebalance the skin. The intensive treatment results in a 70% increased hydration after one week.

Hyaluronic acid is well-known as one of the most effective skin-hydrating ingredients. However, it is not always used to its potential when only one type is included in a formulation. SOTHYS combines a low-weight hyaluronic acid to allow hydration to penetrate deeper and more quickly in order to aid in improving elasticity. Additionally, a high-weight hyaluronic acid sits nearer to the surface of the skin and acts similarly to a dermal filler, helping improve surface hydration, and make fine lines and wrinkles appear less visible.

With the main active ingredient being multiple molecular weights of Hyaluronic acid, Hydra 3Ha provides deep hydration and immediately penetrates the skin without leaving heavy residue. Skin appears smoother and visibly younger after being enveloped in this creamy, nourishing line of skincare. After three treatments, results from SOTHYS clinical studies show 100% satisfaction with visibly youthful hydration.

PERSONAL HOME CARE

     Recommended for DRY skin:            Recommended for DEHYDRATED skin:

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JAN MARINI C-ESTA Facial

Jan Marini C-ESTA facial

The C-ESTA Facial combines lipid-soluble Vitamin C and DMAE to boost collagen production, repair free-radical damage and tone the skin. The skin will appear smoother and brighter, redefining the facial contour.

A Glycolic Peel Add-on is recommended for deeper exfoliation and product absorption during your facial.

PERSONAL HOME CARE

Jan Marini C-ESTA Serum
JAN MARINI C-ESTA Serum contains the most soluble and stabilized form of vitamin C and antioxidant solution for younger, healthier skin. It contains a patented highly soluble and stabilized form of Vitamin C (Ascorbyl Palmitate)and DMAE that penetrates more deeply than mere ascorbic acid.

Lift, firm, and tighten the appearance of facial contours with this exceptional antioxidant cocktail for powerful free-radical protection.

It fights free radical damage and adds brilliance to the skin while firming
slackening tissue. C-ESTA products are non-comedogenic, powerful antioxidant formulas that will show quick improvements in the skin’s surface by appearing smoother, firmer and tighter.

Your skin will appear healthier with it’s “Daily Vitamin” boost.

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SECRETS Luxury Facial

The new Secrets Luxury Facial treatment is offered as a luxury treatment for a reason…it has some of the most outstanding results, after just 1 treatment, that we have ever launched.

Imbued with rare precious active ingredients, let this new treatment transport you as it transforms your skin.

If you have watched the video you will see that there is a very specific massage in the treatment protocol – special Liftoplastie techniques, Secrets shea and mango butter hand massage, and digi-pressure on the meridians during the mask. The ultimate in relaxation and skin benefits.

PERSONAL HOME CARE

The SECRETS de SOTHYS La Creme 128
SOTHYS 128 LA CREME
Skin care history has been made and we have the ultimate cream for you…
at A French Touch Salon!

Inspired by the fragrant SOTHYS Rose which was specially created in honor of its founder, Mr Bernard Mas, two French family Houses, SOTHYS and renowned Bernardaud, have come together to commemorate the 70th anniversary of SOTHYS with a luxurious, precious cream wrapped in porcelain ~ La Creme 128.

With cutting edge scientific advances combined with the best botanical active ingredients, La Creme 128 preserves the foundations of young skin (preventative action) and re-establishes your skin’s integrity (repairative action.)

Unique 360º youth action deep inside the skin
A cream which plumps, firms, regenerates, smoothes, corrects color imperfections, reduces wrinkles AND revitalizes, thanks to key ingredients like SOTHYS Rose stem cells, porcelain flower oil, peach leaf extract, peptides M3.o symbiotic oligosaccharides, anti-aging illuminating complex and bio-grade flower extract. All come together to:

  • PROTECT the dermal stem cells
  • REDUCE the premature aging process caused by daily micro stress
  • REINFORCES the skin’s natural defenses using avant-garde anti-stress solution inspired by the science of vitagenes
  • REACTIVATE the synthesis of components that are essential for the skins youth and beauty
  • REGENERATE epidermal cells
  • LIMIT cell energy deficiencies

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The Art of Bernardaud’s Porcelain Jar

For over 150 years, the company Bernardaud has been synonymous with Limoges porcelain. Over the generations, Bernardaud has grown into a major player on the French luxury and international decorative arts scene. Every porcelain creation at Bernardaud is designed and created with passion for excellence, drawing from the traditions of a heritage craft, innovation and refinement in the industry.


The making of SOTHYS SECRETS La Creme 128 porcelain jar
by renowned French house of Bernardaud.

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Perfect Shape Neck and Decollete Treatment

Our Perfect Shape Neck and Decollete Treatment is a 50 minute service that targets slackening jawline and crepey neck skin to redefine the oval of the face.

Available as a standalone treatment: $75
Classic European Facial with Perfect Shape Treatment: $120
or Perfect Shape Treatment combined with Eye Contour treatment: $110

SOTHYS Perfect Shape

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SOTHYS Perfect Shape Youth Serum was inspired by ultrasound techniques and lifting threads, this serum with its incredible reshaping texture will redefine the facial contour.

76% of users noticed a more lifted and visibly refined, sculpted effect on the contours of the face.

Get 25% OFF SOTHYS Perfect Shape Serum!
When you purchase a Series of 3 Sothys Neck & Eye Contour Treatments, recommended for best results ($110 per treatment)

Filed Under: Antiaging, Facials, Jan Marini, Product, Service, skin protection, skincare, sothys, Tips Tagged With: A French Touch Salon Skincare, Beauty, blog, facials, Glycolic acid, Jan Marini, skin protection, skincare, sothys, Winter Damage to Skin

Colorescience beauty and protection

August 17, 2016 By patkaspian

Colorscience

We’re pretty blessed to live in a region that has such diverse micro-climates. Whether you’re gardening, walking your dog, riding bikes or spending the day at the beach is your skin protected during your outdoor activities? Are you protected from sweat or swimming? Are you using the best sunscreen? Look I get it… With multitasking and all the running around we do, reapplying slow absorbing, heavy sunscreens on top of our makeup can be a pain let alone a mess.

SUNFORGETTABLE SPF50 is your BFF

You need to protect your skin and often…every 80 minutes at a minimum! And, the summer isn’t the only time you’re at risk for sun damage. UV (ultraviolet) rays are affecting your skin 365 days a year, whether it’s cloudy, foggy or rainy. The American Academy of Dermatology says that 80% of UV rays penetrate our skin even on cloudy days. We also have to take into consideration the air quality. Even those of us along the coast can be affected by harsh air pollution and environmental toxins especially during the current fire season. All of these elements can take a huge toll on your skin. If you want healthy and age defying skin, you have to incorporate a healthy lifestyle and excellent skin care routine.

So, what products will give us the necessary UV protection, has antioxidants, can be worn alone or under makeup, is easy to apply and reapply anywhere, anytime, is gentle enough for sensitive skin and is non-greasy (which is important when holding a tennis racket or a wine glass)? We’re wellness-minded modern individuals who seek superior multi-functional products. Do you think that’s too much to ask for? Colorescience to the rescue…your skin’s rescue! Colorescience is a beauty brand with a commitment for using 100% healthy ingredients in their formulations. An all-in-one luxury beauty brand that brings together skin protection, nourishment, and superior color. Colorescience products are free from harsh chemicals, dyes, talc, alcohol, mineral oil and fragrance. The result is Sunforgettable mineral sunscreens, a line that infused sun protection with makeup and skincare. They figured it out and we all can benefit from this revolutionary new line of products. Some of the top skin care bloggers in Women’s Health Magazine have written about their obsession with Colorescience’s Sunforgettable Mineral Sunscreen Brush. Also available and just as luxurious is Colorescience’s Whipped Mineral Sunscreen which is water resistant up to forty minutes! Both products are available in SPF30 and SPF50 with UVA/UVB mineral protection and coverage that doesn’t feel heavy or ‘caked on’.
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All-in-One Magic

How can products this light and easy to apply be strong enough to defend against environmental aggressors?  Formulated with highly micronized 100% zinc and titanium, there’s no compromising on protection. And soft-finish primers are infused with antioxidants to fight free-radical damage that causes aging. These natural sunscreens from the earth help neutralize the damage to your skin with physical protection (versus chemical- a especially beneficial for sensitive skins). They come in universal tints that even out most skin types, gliding across your skin in either a light dusting powder or in an airy whipped cream formula. You can wear them under your regular foundation or alone. Colorescience has also formulated a “layering ptotocol” of various products to provide the best coverage and protection at the same time.

NEW PRODUCT INTRODUCTION

At A French Touch Salon, we have a reputation for providing elite skincare so, it makes sense that we offer skin care products that meet the same high standards. We want to share with you all the benefits that Colorescience Sunforgettable products offer and through September 2016, receive 20% off the Daily Protectant SPF30 Tinted Whipped Sunscreen and Medium SPF50 Mineral Brush, as well as a FREE introductory mini-brush with your purchase of EVEN-UP 3-in-1 clinical protector.

A bientot!

Filed Under: Product, skin protection, sunscreen, Tips Tagged With: A French Touch, Central Coast, colorescience, Skin Care, skin protection, SPF30, SPF50, Summer Skin Care, sunscreen

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