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Valentine’s Day GIVEAWAY & $10 Gift Certificate

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With Valentine’s day around the corner and February being American Heart Month, there’s no doubt that love is in the air – and we want to spread a little love ourselves with a Valentine’s Day Giveaway.

Valentine’s Day Giveaway

Every individual who enters our giveaway will receive a $10 Gift Certificate to our salon and one individual will be selected at random to win our prize package.

How to enter:
1. Like us on Facebook

2. Comment on this blog post telling us why you want to win this Brush Kit and Lip Glaze Package.

3. For 2 extra entries in the raffle, spread a little love yourself and forward this offer to a friend! For each friend that enters, you will receive two extra drawings! Just email patricia@afrenchtouchsalon.com and tell us your friend’s name – we’ll keep a look out for their entry and be sure to give you the credit you deserve.

What You’ll Win:
1. Remember, by entering this giveaway you will automatically receive a $10 gift certificate to A French Touch Parisian Skincare Salon! We will send you your gift certificate via email.

2. One person will be selected at random on Valentine’s Day to win the gift package! We will announce the winner on Facebook and notify you that day! Good luck!

And there’s more love to go around!

10% of Sales to American Heart Month: this month we will donate 10% of sales to the American Heart Association when you purchase the Pulse Pink Blush Duo ($75). This Duo comes with a complimentary Kate Spade-style makeup bag and your choice of Lip Shine or Shock Me Pink Lip Serum! Give yourself a gift for Valentine’s Day and you’ll also give a donation to those heart’s who need it.

Vanilla Caramel Sweetheart Facial: Book your special facial on Saturday the 12th! The Vanilla Caramel Sweetheart Facial comes with champagne, a complimentary caramel antioxidant serum, and a dessert to take home to your sweetie! There are still a few spots left, so be sure to book your facial soon – or ask your lover to book one for you! $90 $85

So enter below now! Tell us, why do you want to win this gift set?

Is your mineral makeup real? Take the test!

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Mineral makeup is the biggest trend in the makeup industry right now, and for good reason! Mineral makeup is healthy for your skin and complements your skincare efforts. There’s no point in cleaning your skin properly to then clog it with harmful makeup.

True mineral makeup allows the skin to breathe and is free from chemical additives, fillers, and fragrances. But is your mineral makeup the real thing? Companies may call their products “mineral,” but in many cases, they contain fillers and additives. Luckily, there’s a way to test this! Try this test at home now to insure that your makeup is truly mineral.

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Watch as Patricia demonstrates what real mineral makeup is supposed to do and find out why it matters!

Did your mineral makeup pass the test? If not, we’d love you to stop by the salon to learn more about Colorescience Pro Mineral Makeup products and enjoy a makeup consultation.

Colorescience Pro in the News
Colorescience Pro is doing something right – check out all of the recent media attention on Colorescience Pro products!

Celebrity fitness trainer Ashley Borden, was interviewed on her TOP 10 for a healthy 2011!
Featured Product: Sunforgettable SPF 50
See her Top 10!

Pretty City website giveaway
Featured Product: Pressed Illuminating Pearl Powder
See it here!

Dr. Goldman from GBK Dermatology & Laser shares top Holiday skincare products – Fox 5 San Diego TV
Featured Product: Sunforgettable SPF 50 Brush and Experience Nude Gift Set
Watch here!

5 Ways to Add a Little Shimmer to Your Holiday

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The holidays are times for family, friends, and joy…in theory! We all know how stressful the holidays can get with all the cooking, cleaning, shopping, and traveling. The list never seems to end! It’s important to set some time aside for yourself to do the things you love most. Whether you want to enjoy time with friends and family, give back to others, or spend some much needed time alone, make sure to add a little shimmer during your holidays!

5 Ways to Add a Little Shimmer

1. Give To Local Charities: One that we suggest is the Food Bank Coalition of San Luis Obispo County, which helps organizations all over the County: soup kitchens, after school programs, senior centers, recovery centers, food pantries, residential centers, as well as homeless shelters. For every $1 donated to the SLO Food Bank, they can distribute the equivalent of 7 meals to hungry children, families, and seniors on the Central Coast. So whether you donate your money, food, or time, you’ll add a little shimmer to your life by helping those less fortunate.

2. Make Time for You: By making time for yourself this holiday, you’ll be able to give more back to those around you. So do what you love, or try out some of these ideas: read a good page-turner, relax in a bubble bath, or take a walk every day. Of course, make time for your facial regime as it’s important to stay consistent with your skincare, even when you’re busy.

3. Wear a little shimmer: It’s amazing what a little change in makeup routine can do for your complexion and for your spirit. Shimmer doesn’t have to be overwhelming but the right amount can give your cheek bones a glow, make your beautiful eyes stand out, or draw attention to your lovely lips. If you’re a little timid, stop by the salon and we’d love to give you some tips. Also, make sure to stop by this Thursday, Dec. 2 for our open house Add A Little Shimmer to Your Holiday event from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m!

4. Enjoy A Parisian Getaway: Step into our salon at any time to slip away into your own Parisian Getaway. Our sitting room is always open to guests. In December, we’ll be entering all of our guests into a raffle to win a le Pere Noel (Father Christmas) Facial to enjoy on the day before Christmas Eve.

5. Treat yourself to a peel: Finish off the end of the year by peeling away any rough layers of skin and debri, revealing fresh, shimmering skin for the holidays.

If you want a little more shimmer, we’d love to see you at our upcoming events!

Add a Little Shimmer to Your Holiday
Thursday, December 2nd
3:00pm – 7:00pm (open house)
Drop in with your girlfriends during this open-house evening of makeup artistry with skincare professionals from Colorescience Pro Minerals!
For further details:
visit our Facebook event page, or call 805.785.0340

Advanced Skincare Solutions from Sothys
Thursday, December 16th
2:00pm – 6:00pm (open house)
Stop by for your personal skincare consultation with Sothys’ National Trainer, Jean Stewart, who will tell you why all skincare lines are not alike, what makes Sothys so popular among French women, and more.

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!

    Visible Beauty in Time for the Holidays. It’s Possible.

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    Now that fall is here, this is the ideal time to revitalize your skin from damage incurred during the harsh summer months. Sun damage causes 99.5% of aging due to UV rays and harmful chemicals that put your skin through wear and tear. Luckily, it doesn’t have to take long to reverse these damages and see visible results in areas you’d like to see it most – just in time for your holiday parties!

    GLYCOLIC PEELS are the most effective treatment for sun-damaged skin because they deeply exfoliate to create resurfaced, radiant skin and strip photo damage caused by the sun. Glycolic acid is derived from sugar cane, which loosens the cellular debris layer and exfoliates your skin. 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. It’s a great way to bring your skin back to life from those dry, summer months!

    Need A French Touch? We offer the Jan Marini Glycolic Acid Peel series. This series includes six peels over three weeks. Why is this treatment perfect for the holidays? This treatment creates softer, more refined skin without any downtime, redness, or flaking. No need to miss a good holiday party!

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    COLLAGEN HYALURONIC FACIALS are the perfect way to add life to your skin during the winter season. You’ve all heard about hyaluronic acid, but what is it exactly? It is one of the natural fillers of the skin, whose essential role is to retain water in the dermis (the water reservoir of the skin). Because of its low molecular weight (derived from wheat), it can increase hydration and skin firmness through a natural approach. When incorporated in a facial, the effects are immediate.

    I had one client call it the Class Reunion Facial. – Patricia

    Need A French Touch? We offer the Sothys’ Collagéne Hyaluronique Facial. Why is this treatment perfect for the holidays? Sothys’ new Anti-Aging line contains hyaluronic acid, a powerful peptide blend, and natural antioxidants for revitalized, healthy, protected skin. You will see instantaneous, long-lasting results.

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    AS A PART OF YOUR FACIAL ROUTINE, you can incorporate a glycolic acid product (to maintain exfoliation and radiance), a day and night moisturizer, and a weekly scrub. We know it’s easy to skimp on your facial routine, but it’s important to maintain day and night care to see long-lasting results.

    Need some assistance? Come into the salon for a skin analysis and tips to see visible beauty in time for the holidays!

    Next week: More on the benefits of glycolic acid!