A French Touch Salon

The finest in Parisian skin care on the central coast.

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Introducing Sothys Energizing Trio

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Bonjour mes amis!

I hope you’re not feeling as tired as I have lately, but I do know that we’ve all been there. When this happens, it’s pretty visible; we get a little more snappy, haggard, or absent-minded than usual.

But these aren’t the only external effects of tiredness—our skin shows it too. Tired skin is dull and exhibits aging more visibly.

Luckily, there are always aids for our exhaustion. A healthy dose of caffeine in the morning can help with any excess tiredness. As for our skin, there’s Sothys’ Energizing line.

Sothys’ Energizing line aids the skin’s energy reserve through harnessing several key ingredients: Siberian ginseng, rice phytosterols, and sophora flower extract. In effect, these ingredients work to protect the mitochondria of the skin cells. These mitochondria are responsible for producing the ATP (cellular energy).

In addition to aiding in ATP production, use of these products promotes micro circulation and cell-oxygenation in the cells of the skin. This allows the skin to flush out any toxicity and drains any puffiness/inflammation in the face (common in tired skin). It also encourages collagen production in the skin and helps to reconstruct the dermis, protecting the skin and retaining its elasticity.

Long story short: These products restore energy to your skin, allowing it to better circulate and release toxins, as well as kick-starting the processes that retain skin’s youthfulness. The result? Skin that is youthful, radiant, and healthier overall.

The line offers three main products: Energizing Day Cream, Energizing Booster Serum, and Energizing Night Cream, all of which are available at A French Touch.

Boost the metabolism of your skin cells with our SOTHYS Energizing Treatment.

According to Sothys…”This intensive treatment with Siberian Ginseng envelops the skin in a wave of light to reveal its youthfulness. Following a thorough cleanse & enzymatic exfoliating scrub with pineapple extract, a specific digi-energy massage stimulates the flow of Chi. A deeply relaxing massage then prepares for a boost of vitality combining layers of frothy hyaluronic acid and a peel-off Vitamin C mask. To complete this one-of-a-kind facial, the Enlightening fluid brings instant lifting and smoothing results. Your skin and soul are energized for complete wellness.”

So do what you have to do, because we all have busy lives and aren’t always able to get the recommended amount of sleep. As tired as you may get, your skin doesn’t have to reveal it (and with some green tea, no one need be the wiser!).

À bientôt!

Merci Pour Vos Mots Gentils!

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Bonjour, Mes Amis!

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And our “amis” are the people we want to celebrate today!  The expression above means “Thank you for your kind words”, and is a sentiment that we are so happy to be extending to our loyal clients.  We wanted to take a moment to thank each and every one of you for your positive reviews, kind comments, and encouraging feedback on our social media pages.  Reviews on Yelp (where we have a wonderful 5 star rating, thanks to you!), comments on Facebook, comments on this blog, responses to the survey on our website, and other social media outlets are so encouraging for all of us at A French Touch, because we love to hear about what we do that makes you happy; our goal has and always will be to keep you looking and feeling your best, and hearing such glowing reviews makes everything we do that much more worthwhile.

In such a challenging economy and such a small community, it’s a great comfort and pride of ours to have such a close-knit, honest, and loyal group of clients.  Your kind words mean so much to us—encouragement, feedback, support, advice, and invaluable input—that we wanted to take this time to let you know how very much we appreciate your love and support, mes amis!  We look forward to many more happy years of helping you look and feel your best.

Bon weekend, mes amis, et encore merci!

Bisous,

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Limited Space Available for Mini Body Treatment Event!

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Experience a luxurious mini treatment on August 22nd at our Sothys Body Escape Event

You are exclusively invited to the launch of body treatments at A French Touch Salon in collaboration with Sothys skincare.  The day of beauty involves not only complimentary mineral makeup applications from Colorescience makeup, but also the chance to experience mini body treatments using the high quality Sothys products offered in world-class salons internationally.  We are proud to present two body treatments inspired by French aromatherapy:

Signature Slimming Treatment

This precisely tailored treatment reduces the appearance of all types of cellulite (adipose, aqueous and fibrous).  The process starts with an incredible slimming peeling wrap to smooth the skin, followed by an exclusive slimming massage using customized body serums.  Prepare to relax and unwind, rising to a slimmer, smoother you!

Iris and Litchi Body Treatment

This limited-edition treatment evokes the exotic in its combination of the essences of litchi, the favorite fruit of Chinese emperors, and iris, the flower immortalized by the Egyptians as a symbol of the renewal of life.  Treat yourself to a half-hour calming body treatment starting with a sea salt exfoliation followed by an emulsifying velvet massage.

We are excited to introduce you to these revolutionary body treatments, but even more excited that their introduction can be part of this extraordinary day of beauty.  What could be better than sampling world-renowned spa treatments in the picturesque creek-side setting of A French Touch, all while sipping champagne and enjoying French delicacies?  Take the time to indulge in a well-deserved day of relaxation and beautification, the perfect way to sample these body treatments and decide to continue them in the future.

As if there weren’t already enough benefits to the event, scheduling a treatment will enter you in our raffle for a Full-Size Body Kit and other product and service prizes.  Even if you don’t have the time to take a day of relaxation, keep in mind that a body treatment is only about thirty minutes long – perfect for a quick midday getaway!

Schedule your appointment now while there is still availability!

Sothys is a French-pioneered skincare line offered at elite spas and resorts, including The Coeur d’Alene Resort, The Golden Door Spa, and A French Touch Salon. Sothys has a reputation for creating exclusive one-of-a kind formulations with superior performance from botanical extracts, peptides, and natural molecules.

4 Sunscreen Excuses You Should Never Use

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There are a hundred reasons why we should wear sunscreen, yet the few negatives often prevent us from embracing the positive and getting our SPF on the right way! The majority of us think that the little SPF we apply in the morning (within our lotion or makeup) is enough to keep us protected, but it’s important to know that’s not the case! Beyond the serious risk of melanoma, dermatologists remind us that 95% of aging is directly due to sun damage. For that reason, we’re bringing to light the 4 sunscreen excuses that tend to keep us from wearing SPF the right way, and how Colorescience’s Sunforgettable products eliminate those excuses.

Bad Excuse #1: Most are Sticky and Stinky
Sunscreen has a bad reputation for being sticky and stinky. Find a sunscreen with a lightweight formula and test it on your skin before purchasing. This will give you a good idea of the smell and feel of the sunscreen on your skin.

Colorescience Sunforgettable Solution: Odorless, lightweight, and “barely-there” feel

Bad Excuse #2: Reapplying Messes Up Makeup
We know that all sun blocks require reapplication, which can be determined by their SPF number. SPF is an acronym for Sun Protection Factor. The number represents the length of time you can stay out in the sun without burning, multiplied by the SPF number. However, this number can be deceiving. The general rule of thumb is to reapply ever 3-4 hours regardless of SPF level due to water, rubbing of clothes, and sweat. Doctor’s also recommend an SPF 30, anything under is too little.

Because creamy sunblocks are “organic,” not in the sense that they’re natural, but the fact that they interact with your own skin chemistry, they lose their effectiveness 3 to 4 hours after application.

Colorescience Sunforgettable Solution: Pure mineral powder sunscreens offer longer-lasting, water-resistant protection that won’t sweat off. You therefore get a literal “screen” effect on top of the skin while offering consistent SPF30 or SPF50 protection.

Bad Excuse #3: Sunscreens Contain Chemicals
Pure minerals are essentially the only sun protection recommended for young children, whose delicate skins will absorb chemicals from cream-based sunblocks that can be systemic (entering the bloodstream). Also, some adults are allergic to commonly used chemical blocks in over-the-counter sunscreen cream.

Colorescience Sunforgettable Solution: Pure mineral powders don’t release any irritating ingredients, because they’re the most natural block available in nature (zinc, and titanium dioxide).

Bad Excuse #4: Allergies and Acne
Most sunscreens are greasy and clog pores, especially from sweating in the sun! And it is widely recognized that acne-prone skins can’t handle the double-dose of chemicals and pore-clogging creams.

Colorescience Sunforgettable Solution: Since this SPF is a mineral powder it is extremely lightweight, yet powerful for a barely-there feel that provides the safest, non-irritating, instant UVA and UVB sun protection. This also means that you can “forget” about grease! Sunforgettable won’t cause breakouts or irritations.

Enter to win “A Day at the Beach” with Beach Butlerz and an SPF Protection Kit!

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In honor of Melanoma Awareness Month, we’re offering a Day at the Beach giveaway! We’ll help you protect your skin with a Beach Butlerz umbrella and Colorescience SPF products!

What you can win:

– A day’s rental of two Beach Butlerz beach loungers and one umbrella for sun protection
– A Colorescience Sunforgettable Protection Kit ($180 value), including:

  1. SPF 35 Lip shine
  2. SPF 30 Primer
  3. SPF 30 Eyescreen
  4. SPF 30 Powder
  5. A cooling Setting Mist

HOW TO WIN

1. Comment on our Facebook page about which A French Touch or Beach Butlerz product is on your wish list this summer and why!
3. Tag A French Touch & Beach Butlerz in the comment by putting the @ symbol before our name!

Entries will be accepted through May 31st, and the winner will be selected at random and announced on this blog, A French Touch facebook page, and Beach Butlerz facebook page! For any questions call the salon at 805.785.0340

Springtime Skincare: Add A Glycolic Boost to Your Skin!

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While Glycolic acid is often a misunderstood facial product, we want to show you how it can be beneficial for your skin’s health! That’s why throughout the month of March, we will highlight the benefits of glycolic acid in a series of 4 blog posts – this is the second.

March 20th marks the first day of Spring. A time for May flowers, sun, and some much-needed spring cleaning! It’s also the perfect time to add a boost to your skin! Here are 5 ways adding a Glycolic Peel to your regimen will bring a  Springtime boost to your skin:

1. Molecules Matter
Glycolic acid is the most beneficial of all the “alpha hydroxy acids” because it has the smallest molecular size. This small size enables it to penetrate the skin more effectively and ultimately bring about the most dramatic and beneficial changes.

2. Subtract the debris, add the hydration
A secondary benefit is glycolic acid’s ability to draw moisturizers into the newly-exfoliated skin surface. After your peel rids your skin of debris, hydrating products work more effectively because it allows your skin to fully absorb the product, creating fresh, radiant results.

3. Healthy skin from the inside out
It not only allows your products to absorb into your skin more efficiently, but also eliminates abnormal cells that can eventually lead to skin cancers!

4. Gentle and non-intrusive
You’ve probably heard rumors about glycolic peels burning or creating rashes. Sex and the City‘s Samantha had her own traumatizing glycolic peel experience! But that is not how glycolic peels work. Our glycolic peels are gentle and require no “down-time.” This is because of the acidity level. Below, watch a glycolic peel in action!

5. More Visible Results
By adding a Factor-A Resurfacing Treatment to the already results-oriented Glycolic Peel, you’ll enjoy even more intensified results (yes, it’s true ladies!). The additional ingredients, including retinol, azelaic, kojic and salicylic acids, work with the Glycolic Acid to further enhance skin clarity, texture, tone and brightness.

Retinol, a form of Vitamin A, is one of the most effective medically validated ingredients to address anti-aging concerns. It increases cellular turnover and the production of collagen for increased volume in the skin and improvement in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Retinol converts into retinoic acid in the skin, resulting in visible results without all of the sensitivity and irritation that come along with prescriptions containing retinoic acid. When combined with the powerful lightening benefits of azelaic and kojic acids, this treatment becomes a powerhouse, addressing many of the common visible signs of aging.

Are you a visual learner? Here is a great video debunking glycolic acid myths and showing the process of a peel!

Having trouble viewing the video? Watch it here.

We want you to see for yourself how amazing these peels are for your skin. Through the end of April, we’re offering the glycolic peel series (2 peels/week for 3 weeks) for $200! That’s $100 off! Call the salon now to make your appointment 805.785.0340

Already love Jan Marini? Receive a free glycolic peel (worth $60) when you purchase the Jan Marini Skin Management System!