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Spring Booster PackageGet started on the Jan Marini Skin Care Management System for 20% off plus your gift of a free Retinol PLUS (value $65) and join us for a series of three Accelerated Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Peels at a special springtime rate*

  • Now get the same results from 3 Accelerated Glycolic Acid ResurfacingPeels compared to 6 Basic Peels.
  • Half the time in the salon, half the price and the SAME RESULTS!

Why are these three peels going to deliver the same results as six basic peels? The answer is simple, because these peels are ACCELERATED by including the following in the 45-minute treatment:

  • Jan Marini Instant Refining Exfoliator which uses a unique dissolving bead system along with enzymes and potent antioxidants.  These immediately leave your skin looking and feeling softer and more radiant, while refining the pores.
  • Factor A Retinol Mask which contains a powerhouse blend of topical agents including Azaleic Acid, Salicylic Acid and Kojic Acid along with ALL-TRANS Retinol and a number of other effective supporting agents to dramatically improve skin texture and decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

You will ABSOLUTELY see the most desirable results if you are also incorporating the Jan Marini Skin Care Management System into your daily regimen before, during and after your Accelerated Glycolic ResurfacingPeels.

WHY YOU SHOULD CONSIDER GLYCOLIC ACID RESURFACING PEELS

Obtaining seriously younger-looking skin is possible, but there are often misconceptions about the process. A common misconception we hear is that astonishing results may only be achievable through a dermatologist or doctor who administers intense treatments that need recovery time, cause irritation, or require surgery. The truth is that there are alternative options that provide visible results. One option is the Jan Marini’s Glycolic Resurfacing Peel that is a medically endorsed, viable alternative to invasive chemical peels, avoiding discomfort and recovery time while still providing dramatic results.

In my experience over the past 12 years in the skincare industry, Jan Marini 40% Peels provide clients with the results they desire. These glycolic acid peels work wonders on skin issues, reducing fine lines, wrinkles, acne, and hyperpigmentation, and are a gentle procedure, requiring zero recovery time. And because they provide visible results, you can bet our clients include this anti-aging treatment in their regular skincare regimen.

THE SCIENCE BEHIND GLYCOLIC ACID RESURFACING PEELS

As an alternative to the invasive chemical peel process, which is considered a “controlled wounding” of the skin, glycolic acid (naturally derived from sugar cane) is the most effective alpha-hydroxy acid for anti-aging concerns because of its smaller molecular weight. Its molecular size allows it to dissolve the “glue-like” substance that causes buildup in the skin’s stratum corneum (outer layer of skin), providing deep penetration and exfoliation.

As we age our stratum corneum cannot shed as efficiently so it builds up over time, creating a common skin issue known as corneocyte cohesion. Corneocyte cohesion results in thick, dry, and coarse skin that plays a pivotal role in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Jan Marini’s 40% Glycolic acid Resurfacing Peel lifts away these dead thickened layers without damaging the skin.

EXPECT MORE COLLAGEN, LESS LINES

The science behind Jan Marini’s 40% glycolic acid resurfacing peels provides visible results, including:

  • Noticeably firmer, brighter, more supple, and softer skin
  • Significant decrease in the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Rapidly cleared acne lesions and reduction in the appearance of acne scarring
  • More even skin tone and minimized hyperpigmentation due to photodamage

MEDICAL VALIDATION

Medical studies confirm that, when the skin receives a series of glycolic peels, along with a home care program that includes glycolic acid and retinol, the cumulative action results in the encouragement of collagen as well as glycosaminoglycans responsible for epidermal volume, and thus substantially increasing firmness and lessening the appearance of deeper lines.

You can take advantage of  this SPECIAL SPRING PROMOTION unique to A French Touch:

         Let us create your customized Jan Marini Skin Care Management System and enjoy 20% off and a free gift.

  *Choose the Full-Size Kit at $236 (reg. $295) and receive Jan Marini Retinol Plus ($65 value) or the One-Month Trial Kit at $144 (reg. $180) and receive Colorescience Sheer Creme SPF20 Mineral Foundation, available in six soft & radiant shades ($45 value).

     Book your three Acccelerated Glycolic Acid Resurfacing Peel appointments at a special rate of $210 (reg. $225) today- Spaces are filling up quickly!

          Call A FRENCH TOUCH PARISIAN SKINCARE SALON at 805.785.0340

 

Enlighten Your Skin with Anti-aging technology

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In honor of June as our official “Anti-Aging Celebration Month” we want to introduce you to the newest Jan Marini Technology to achieve more youthful skin.

The Issue:
As we like to remind you, 95% of aging is due to sun damage. While you can’t avoid the sun, the good news is that the effects on aging are reversible and preventable!

The Product
Introducing Jan Marini’s Breakthrough Technology: Enlighten Plus

Jan Marini’s new Enlighten Plus face lotion is the only product that contains retinol, antioxidants, and multiple skin-lightening technologies (gentle enough for all skin types) for maximum improvement and significant benefits. Retinol regenerates the skin’s tissue and is proven by clinical studies to minimize lines and plump the skin.

The Service:
To take advantage of this beneficial technology, we now offer an Enlighten Resurfacing Facial & Peel! This facial & peel combination is designed to brighten facial skin and even out facial discoloration.

Age Intervention Enlighten contains two exceptional topical agents that address the appearance of facial discoloration, and are combined with retinol, a potent anti-aging tool.

June Anti-Aging Events:

Jan Marini’s Enlighten Event – June 7, 5:00-8:00pm
Come learn how you can achieve younger looking skin through the use of the newest anti-aging technologies. Michelle Angel from Jan Marini will be offering her consultative services and advice on preventing and repairing the effects of sun damage.

3pm-5pm: Michelle will be offering complimentary one-on-one consultations (about 30 min) on your main skincare concerns. This entails a micro exfoliation facial to start. Book your appointment with Michelle ASAP! All guests with appointments will receive a 2 month supply of Marini Lash as a complimentary gift ($69 value). 
5:30pm-6:30pm: Enjoy French treats and wine as Michelle goes into detail on how to prevent and repair signs of aging from sun damage. Everyone is welcome!
 6:30pm-8pm: Michelle will be offering more one-on-one consultations. No appointment necessary.

RSVP: Email patricia@afrenchtouchsalon.com or call (805) 785-0340. To book an appointment with Michelle, please call us. We look forward to seeing you.

Virtual Facelift with Michael McCarthy Event – June 22, 4:00pm-7:00pm
Who has time to perfect their makeup each morning? But beautiful makeup can take years off your face! That’s why Michael McCarthy’s makeup motto is “16 minutes to look 16 years younger.” Join A French Touch and Michael, Colorescience’s nationally-acclaimed makeup artist, to learn about the tips and tricks in anti-aging makeup application!

Your gift with purchase for the evening is an anti-aging pep-up gel ($98 value) that smooths fine lines and wrinkles while plumping and hydrating your skin.

RSVP at (805) 785-0340 or email patricia@afrenchtouchsalon.com

One size doesn’t fit all: Anti-aging for younger skin

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The sign of a great skincare company is one that offers products for all age ranges. It’s never too early for young women in their 20s and 30s to prevent their skin from aging, but this doesn’t mean that you should buy all the anti-aging skincare products you can find. Many young women are also turning to botox, which is costly and provides short-term results. Instead, choose the right products and use them consistently for youthful, natural, long-term results.

The Problem with Anti-Aging Products
The contraction of facial muscles (when you smile or frown) create micro-tensions, transforming your feelings into temporary expression wrinkles that eventually turn permanent. However, anti-aging skincare products are rich and much too strong for younger skin. So while you may feel that you are deeply moisturizing, you are actually clogging your pores and creating breakouts. The good news is that now, while your skin is most responsive, is the perfect time to prevent wrinkles and lines.

Looking for Mr. Right
You need to find your perfect suitor, and for younger skin, that means light-weight but intense. Skincare is not a one-size-fits-all deal. Find a skincare company that offers different levels within their products. This can be a good sign that they offer quality, tailored-to-you skincare. Look for a moisturizer that combines peptides, antioxidants, and anti-aging in a light formula to effectively prevent signs of aging.
We recommend: Sothys Grade 1 First Wrinkles Revitalizing Serum

Now that you know what to look for, start taking care of your skin while it’s at its most responsive time in its life and will be receptive to fast, efficient results.

Are you taking care of your skin outside the salon? Here’s your guide to at-home facials!

An Evening of French Beauty Secrets

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With champagne glasses filled and chocolates tasted, we began our exploration into an evening of French beauty secrets with Yvette Colombier, Patricia Kaspian’s mother and skincare expert last Thursday evening. For those of you who weren’t able to attend, we thought we’d share a few of the details:

A Bit About Yvette
Arriving in Santa Barbara from the French Riviera in 1964, Yvette Colombier brought with her the French women’s understanding of how to care for and keep skin youthful. A move to Northern California’s charming Los Gatos with her husband Pierre (a handsome Frenchman!) convinced her that American women were ready for the French philosophy of healthy skincare maintenance – no longer a rare privilege.

Her Beauty Secrets Recap

  • Don’t ignore your neck and décolleté, they need product care just like your face.
  • The French use toner in place of water to remove cleanser, as water can be impure.
  • The best tool to work in products? Your fingers! Use gentle lifting movements as you work them in.
  • Eye cream: a little goes a long way! Rub your cream between your ring fingers to warm the product, minimizing the amount used.
  • Use glycolic acid on a daily basis and glycolic peels monthly.
  • Sunscreen, sunscreen, sunscreen! 99% of aging is due to sun damage. A summer glow isn’t worth compromising your beautiful skin!
  • Try an anti-aging serum before moisturizer. It has a smaller molecular weight so it boosts the anti-aging actives sending them straight to the cells.
  • Are you cheating? Washing and moisturizing before you go to bed can’t be skimped!
  • It’s never too late to start taking care of your skin. Yvette basked in the rays of the French Riviera until she realized (in her 30s!) that she needed to care better for her skin. Now look at her!

    • Highlights of the Night

    Donna was the lucky model of the mini facial demonstration.


    Judy won the raffle prize: a glycolic peel!

    It’s important to match products to your skin. We provided our guests with goodies based on theirs! Want to know your skin grade? Come into the salon for your personal analysis.

    Want to see more highlights from the event? Check it out here at our Facebook fan page!
    Eager for the next event? Stay tuned for details on upcoming Dec. 2 and Dec. 16 events!
    Next week: Save your skin. Save your life. It’s as simple as sunscreen!