A French Touch Salon

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Mia FIT Clarisonic Travel Brush

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Bonjour mes amis~

I want to share with you our latest tool at the salon. It is the Mia Fit Clarisonic Travel Brush and I absolutely love it. It’s perfect for throwing in my purse to wash off my makeup after work so I’m fresh faced for the gym and it doesn’t take up more than a smidge of counter space. The Mia can hold the longest charge out of all the Clarisonic brushes AND it cleanses 6X better than what I can do with only my fingers. My skin is extremely reactive and sensitive which makes the Mia a great match for me. It has a Delicate setting which allows me to use it twice a day without over-agitating my skin and I get that deep cleanse my skin needs after wearing makeup and accumulating the natural oils my pores produce throughout the day. This palm-sized wonder is TSA approved and fantastic for traveling, my sister is a sales representative for a company and travels non-stop so this would be a perfect gift for her so she can continue her beauty regimen while on-the-go. Come and get your very own Mia Fit today before they’re all gone.

Receive a FREE C-Esta Gel Cleanser by Jan Marini ($30 value) with purchase as well as a very cute travel bag 🙂

Au revoir pour maintenant,

Randi

Long Weekend Ahead…Yay!

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With Memorial Day Weekend coming up fast, what are you doing to protect your skin? Take this Sun Protection Awareness Survey to see if you are up-to-date on how to keep your skin best protected.

  1. 23% of a person’s sun exposure is acquired by what age?
    • 10
    • 18
    • 25
    • 35
  2. Tanning outdoors is safer than tanning in a tanning salon.
    •  True or False?
  3. The most damaging ultra-violet light is prominent during what kind of weather?
    • hot with no clouds
    • warm and partly cloudy
    • cloudy
    • any kind of weather
  4. A base tan protects your skin from sunburn.
    • True or False?
  5. Up to 90% of the visible changes attributed to ________ are caused by the sun.
  6. Between 40-50% of Americans who live to age 65 will have skin cancer at least once.
    • True or False?
  7. About ________ of non melanoma skin cancers are associated with exposure to UV radiation from the sun.
    • 30%
    • 40%
    • 65%
    • 90%
  8. It isn’t possible to get skin cancer in places that have never seen the sun.
    • True or False?
  9. Over the past 31 years, more people have had skin cancer than all other cancers combined.
    • True or False?
  10. __________ County in California has the highest rate of new melanoma diagnoses in the state, 106% above the national average.
    • San Diego
    • San Francisco
    • San Luis Obispo
    • Los Angeles

ANSWERS:

  1. 18
  2. True- Indoor tanners have a higher risk of all forms of cancer. Tanning beds use high-pressure sunlamps and receive as much as 12 times as more UVA exposure.
  3. Warm and partly cloudy- Under partly cloudy conditions a phenomenon sometimes called the “broken-cloud effect” can come into play, resulting in higher UV levels than a clear sky would produce, and so a greater risk of sunburn- or worse.
  4. False- There is no such thing as a safe tan! All tanning is a sign of sun damage.
  5. Aging
  6. True
  7. 90%- of non melanoma skin cancers are associated with UV radiation.
  8. False- It is possible to still get skin cancer even in places that have not been exposed to the sun, so it is imperative to have regular check-ups with a dermatologist.
  9. True
  10. San Luis Obispo

Keeping these sobering facts in mind, make sure to stay protected this long weekend and every day! Stop by the salon to pick up your favorite Jan Marini Sunscreen, which we’re offering at 20% off! Available in CLEAR or TINTED option.spf 45If you decide you need a bronzed glow to your skin, get tan the safe way with our SOTHYS self-tanning care. 

SOTHYS tanning gelsunny glow cream

Choose from two great options~
For the body- TANNING GEL, an iridescent, lightly jasmine-scented gel that provides even coverage while gradually enhancing all skin tones with a natural tan. $40
For the face- NEW Gentle SUNNY GLOW Cream, with a melting texture and a summery, light cherry-gooseberry scent. $28

Buy both tanning products and receive 15% off!

Intensive Treatment Special

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The key to aging gracefully is prevention, and that’s why having a diligent home care routine and getting regular facials is the best way to promote future betterment of one’s skin. It is the only way to avoid having to take long-term drastic measures such as plastic surgery to reverse the sins of your skincare past.

During the month of May, A French Touch Salon is offering a fantastic Intensive Treatment Special! When you schedule a series of 3 SOTHYS Intensive Treatments you will receive a COMPLIMENTARY GIFT BASKET of customized SOTHYS homecare products (over $200 value). Not sure which treatment is the one for you? Keep reading to learn about each one that we offer and all of their amazing benefits.

Intensive Hydrating Treatment

This replenishing and hydrating treatment is our solution to quench thirsty skin and combat dehydration. A combination of hyaluronic acid and patented Boletus extract (from the same mushroom used in French culinary circles!) reactivate the natural hydration levels to reveal a more youthful complexion. Moisturizing serums, ultra-nourishing massage cream and enveloping mask restore skins natural softness and suppleness.

Anti-Aging Treatment With Collagen & Hyaluronic

Prevention is key! A powerful restructuring treatment to address your anti-aging concerns including fine lines, wrinkles and loss of skin tone. A combination of highly concentrated active ingredients including collagen, hyaluronic acid  serum and peptides work in synergy to help reduce the signs of aging. A specialized toning facial massage, smoothing anti-wrinkle serums and lifting mask restore your facial contour to regain a more youthful appearance.

Energizing Facial Treatment

Want your skin to glow from within ? The secret to a radiant luminous skin encapsulated in a single treatment. Remarkable Siberian Ginseng optimizes the skin’s resistance to daily stress and provides the vital boost needed to restore your skin’s energy. A relaxing digi-energy facial massage coupled with a Vitamin C peel off mask reveals a glowing flawless complexion. Essential as a pre-event treatment or for dull, tired and lackluster skin after traveling or health concerns.

May Facial Package: 

Schedule Series of 3 SOTHYS Intensive Treatments, and receive Complimentary SOTHYS Gift Basket of customized SOTHYS homecare products!

Take care of all your skincare needs with Jan Marini Skin Research Skin Care Management System

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Would you add 2 steps to your skin care routine if it gets you better results? And, over 20% OFF…Always!

Managing a detailed skincare regimen is not always easy – as busy women, it is difficult sometimes to remember the routine, much less find the time to put it into action. But A French Touch Parisian Skincare Salon and Jan Marini Skin Research are here to help! With the Jan Marini Skin Care Management System, skincare is broken down into five simple, customized steps using the latest clinically validated technology.

1. Deep Cleanse

Bioglycolic Facial Cleanser is a gentle cleanser that encourages a smoother skin texture by using the  follicular cleansing  action of glycolic acid and is perfect for acne-prone skin.  The formula is soap-free and non-irritating, leaving the skin naturally hydrated.

2. Rejuvenate

    C-ESTA Face Serum is a non-comedogenic, powerful antioxidant formula that will show quick improvements in the skin’s surface by appearing smoother, firmer and tighter.  Your skin will look more even-toned and younger when using this product.

3. Resurface

Bioglycolic Bioclear Lotion offers remarkable anti-aging and skin resurfacing properties that help reduce fine lines, wrinkles, acne and rosacea.  Follicle size will reduce dramatically and a younger luminous skin will be revealed.

4. Hydrate

Transformation Face Cream will help rebuild and repair damaged skin cells by using Growth Factor beta-1, Tymosin beta-4 and peptides.  This time released system will leave the skin looking hydrated and healthy. Systems for Dry/Very Dry skin include Age Intervention Cream; its patented formula specifically targets changes in the appearance of skin resulting from hormonal changes and cumulative sun exposure.

5. Protect

Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30 is one of the key components in the skin care management system.  It contains a PhytoMelanin plant extract that provides UV and antioxidant protection and an oil control system using microscopic sponge technology.  It is oil free and water resistant, leaving skin silky and velvety.

These products are just a sampling of those available for each step – one unique aspect of the Skin Care Management system is that it can be easily customized to accommodate any skin needs. Plus, additional Jan Marini products such as the Regeneration Booster and Retinol Plus are easy to incorporate into the system.

Stop by the salon today for a consultation and discover the true potential of your skin!

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Telomerase Enzyme Technology: The New Standard

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Most people don’t speak skincare.  When researching options, ingredients become a blur of words we can’t pronounce and percentages that never seem to break .1%.  However, it is absolutely essential that we do understand what we are putting on our skin and why.

Jan Marini Skin Research combines the latest and greatest technology with tried and true methods to create products that actually work.  One of their most notable forays into cellular technology led to the creation of a cutting-edge new product: Age Intervention Regeneration Booster. For those too sensitive to retinol, this serum offers the ideal solution for skin regeneration and rejuvenation.

Age Intervention Regeneration Booster is innovative in its use of advanced telomerase enzyme technology, a discovery which earned three scientists the 2009 Nobel Prize for Physiology or Medicine.  This technology is meant to protect chromosomes from degradation, allowing for longer-lasting DNA cells.  The Nobel Laureates showed that this solution can be found at the ends of chromosomes in their telomeres – long, thread-like DNA molecules that carry our genes – and in telomerase, an enzyme that forms these molecules.  If the telomeres are shortened, cells age.  Conversely, if telomere activity is high, telomere length is maintained and premature cellular aging is delayed.  By helping to stabilize the telomere, the technology present in this product slows down the process of skin aging.

Age Intervention Regeneration Booster combines telomerase enzyme with anti-inflammatory agents, peptides, and other skin-enhancing ingredients, enabling the skin to appear dramatically younger and aiding in the improvement of fine lines and wrinkles, firmness, discoloration, elasticity, texture, and overall skin health.

 

Spring Deep-Pore Cleaning

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Bonjour, Mes Amis!

Spring Deep-Pore Cleaning is here! As we shed unnecessary, old household items and refresh our closets, it’s also time to make sure your skin is in tip-top shape! Clearing out dead skin cells, dirt, and debris that has built up over the winter months with colder temperatures, heated rooms and generally slower metabolisms,  Peel Season offers the solution to more luminous, softer, deeply exfoliated skin. No need for deep clinical peels, when you can achieve results with zero-downtime peels that refresh and rejuvenate!

Patricia giving a relaxing peel

So let’s cut to the chase — why peels? The reason peels rank among the top aesthetic procedure performed is that they are a simple,  affordable and effective method of  addressing  big concerns like sun damage, fine lines and wrinkles, clogged or enlarged pores, acne, and hyperpigmentation.

We offer our peels as individual services, but strongly recommend a Peel Series because they offer progressively deeper exfoliation, resulting in more visible results that include better product absorption of your skincare line- the most important part of your skin maintenance plan for the long-term.

Peel series of either 3 peels over 3 weeks or 3 more intensive salicylic peels over 3 months, both offered at A French Touch Salon, also have the benefit of little to no downtime along with the beautiful results. Not only will you visibly see the difference following a single peel, but the collagen stimulation activity in the dermis provides long-term anti-aging benefits.

We also strongly encourage the implementation or continuation of a healthy beauty routine (every morning and especially every night, when the skin is resting and better able to incorporate active ingredients) to enhance the results of your peels.  Resurfacing your skin with a peel will make your skin care products penetrate more deeply and work harder for your skin, which will make you look and feel better and help to maintain the effects of your salon treatments.  We recommend the JAN MARINI SKIN CARE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM for daily care, and our  Skin Zyme  Green Papaya Mask  to be applied once or twice once or twice per week to increase radiance and skin health, instead of harsher exfoliating scrubs.  Our Clean Zyme Green Papaya Cleanser and Skin Zyme Mask duo offer measurable improvement in skin texture, clarity and firmness  when used with the Skin Care Management System.

The key, however, is to be sure that you’re selecting the right type of peel and level of intensity for your specific skin care needs.  We offer three different types of peel series at A French Touch Salon, all which provide different techniques to reveal beautiful, healthy skin in time for Summer.

facial treatmentThe Glycolic Acid Peel (20% and 40% option)

This is our gentlest peel series (perfect for  those with sensitive skin or rosacea  who seek an introduction to peels), which combines glycolic acid and proteolytic enzymes from green papayas to digest cellular debris and build-up and refresh your skin. The term ‘proteolytic’ refers to an enzymatic action–delivered through our calming, aromatic Skin Zyme Mask–that selectively digests dead or diseased protein material  while leaving living healthy cells intact. Unlike abrasive scrubs or other mechanical methods, this peel is gentle enough for all skin types but effective enough to yield noticeable results after three treatments.  This series has little to no downtime, and should be completed within three weeks for best results.

The Brilliance Retinol Peel Series

This peel is  more intense than the Enzyme peel, as it combines the power of glycolic acid (lifts and dissolves the layers of dead skin cells and congestion in the pores to reveal healthy, glowing skin) and the power of Retinol (from Jan Marini’s Retinol Plus Mask) to treat fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne, and other visible signs of aging.  These two key ingredients work beautifully together, because as the glycolic treatment clears the debris away from healthy skin cells and pores, the 1% Retinol is able to penetrate more deeply and stimulate collagen synthesis, cell strength, and evenness of skin tone and texture (read: bye bye wrinkles and dark spots, when paired with our Retinol Plus Cream or Luminate Lightening Lotion at home!).  This series also has very little downtime, and should be completed within three weeks to capture the best results.

The Refine Salicylic Peel Series

The Refine Peel Series is our most intensive treatment, but provides the most notable results in combating fine lines and wrinkles, acne, and pigmentation issues to reveal a noticeably firmer, brighter, softer and more supple you.  The combination of Lactic, Salicylic, and Citric acids, revitalize and refresh by resurfacing the skin. We apply a strong anti-aging cocktail of retinol and  anti-aging peptides to your freshly awakened skin, combined with Green Tea Extract and other calming agents whose anti-inflammatory action soothes.  The intensity of this peel requires that treatments be performed once per month, rather than per week, and may cause some flaking for three to five days after the procedure.  However, the “apres-peel” period still has far less peeling and downtime than more aggressive and expensive chemical peels, while offering comparable results.

Lovely SmilePeels are the best way to ensure that your skin is clean and healthy so that your skin care products can penetrate more deeply into the skin and yield quicker and more visible results.  Selecting a peel series that is the right strength and intensity for you is key, along with a solid home care regimen, so that you are getting the custom results you need for your skin concerns.

If you are interested in our peels, or if you just want to talk to Patricia about what type of peel would be best for your skin, call, stop by, or make an appointment.

Take advantage of our Springtime  Peel Specials, below, through May 30, 2016.

                                                       ENZYME PEEL SERIES
New to peels? This is the perfect introduction, combining glycolic acid and proteolytic green papaya enzymes to safely intensify resurfacing. Safe for even the most sensitive skin types, including rosacea.
 $210 for Series of 3 peels
Complimentary Cleanzyme Green Papaya Cleanser
ANTI-AGING RETINOL PEEL SERIES
Combines the exfoliating power of 40% glycolic acid with a 1% Retinol mask to regenerate tissue and stimulate collagen production for more intense rejuvenation and resurfacing.
$240 for Series of 3 peels
Complimentary Retinol & Ultra C Dermobooster Kit
 
REFINE PEEL SALICYLIC PEEL SERIES
Ready to rock and roll with a deeper peel? Get overall skin rejuvenation with less peeling and discomfort than more aggressive medical peels. Includes a powerful peptide and antioxidant-infused Retinol Activator to enhance recovery and overall results.
$450 for series of 3 peels
Complimentary Retinol Plus Cream for home care
Want to enhance your results
and see lasting improvement in your skin, beyond Peel Season?
     Get 3 peels for the price of 2 (save up to $175)
and
Free Transformation Eye Cream ($60 value)
 
with purchase of
Jan Marini Skin Research
 SKINCARE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM 

 

And remember to include a  glycolic peel with your next facial treatment ~
Call (805)785-0340 for a consultation today!