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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.

Get Invigorated

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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

 

A Healthy Tan, is there such a thing?

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If you’ve been spending time in the sun this summer to achieve a bronze, kissed-by-the-sun look, then you’re most likely over-exposing your skin to UVA and UVB rays.  But, did you know there is a safer way to get a summer glow?  You don’t have to allow the sun to be the culprit that’s aging your skin more quickly.  With Colorescience Pro Minerals and Jan Marini Sun Care products, you’ll have a beautiful, healthy bronze, without the damaging effects of the sun.

There are 3 main products that we recommend for a healthy tan!  

1. Colorescience Pro Illuminating Serum – in Bronze or Champagne Kiss: This  radiance-boosting formula, rich in peptides, antioxidants, and hydrating hyaluronic acid provides a healthy, luminous base.  Both Bronze and Champagne Kiss work beautifully on their own, but you can also give your skin a hint of bronze and an illuminating glow by blending the two together.

2. Jan Marini Tinted  SPF 30 Antioxidant Block: This skin-friendly iron oxide mineral formula creates a sun-kissed look by adding a warm neutral shade to the skin that compliments virtually any skin tone.  The waterproof formula ensures continuous coverage for extended exposure to the sun’s rays.  Compared to other sunscreens, the Jan Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant provides a lasting oil-free, matte finish, leaving your skin with a soft, silky, conditioned effect.

3. Jan Marini Bioglycolic Sunless Self-Tanner:  This product allows you to enjoy an attractive, glowing tan without over-exposing your skin to the damaging effects of the environment.  Bioglycolic Sunless Self-Tanner is composed of an amino acid that interacts with the skin’s proteins to activate a natural, long-lasting color change without dying your skin.  This means your skin won’t appear orange because the color will adjust to your specific skin type to match its tone and coloration.

Remember to minimize your sun time!

Minimize your time in the sun to maximize your protection against aging.  Exposure to the sun not only causes harmful damage to your skin, such as burns, wrinkles, and fine lines, but also enlarges your pores.  If you’re noticing your pores getting larger, you can learn how to reduce the size of your pores and get that flawless look you desire.

Get to the Core of your Pores

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As your time spent in the sun this summer increases, the chances of your pore sizes getting larger increases as well.  Since pores tend to be most prominent in oily areas on the skin, they tend to be most visible in the T-zone (the sides of the nose, the forehead, and the chin).  The good news is there are ways to get to the core of your pores and minimize their appearance.  By understanding the typical causes of large, visible pores and how to treat the problem, you can get the flawless look you desire, even with large pores.    

Causes of Enlarged Pores

1. Genetics – If you are born with oily or combination skin, your pores will appear larger due to excessive oil production. 

2. Aging – No matter what skin type you have, unfortunately your skin will begin losing its suppleness as you age.  A loss of elasticity in the skin due to aging causes collapsed pores and as a result causes them to appear enlarged.

3. Sun Damage – Similar to the effects of aging, prolonged sun exposure weakens the skin’s collagen, causing the walls of pores to sag as they lose their elasticity and appear larger. 

Two of our Favorite Pore-Minimizing Products

1. SOTHYS Pore Refiner Products – The SOTHYS Complexion Perfector, Smoothing OR Mattifying Refiner Solution, and Pore Refiner Peel-Off Mask all help remove impurities to reduce enlarged pores, refine skin texture, and create long-lasting results for more perfect skin. 

2. Colorescience Pro Minerals Line Tamer – Line Tamer is a skin brightening treatment with SPF.  Not only does the product prevent and repair skin from sun damage, it helps to create a more uniform skin texture to camouflage and prevent the visible appearance of enlarged pores.

Sunburn Recovery Tips

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Summer is here, which typically means more time in the sun.  If you find yourself in the position that you forgot to re-apply your SPF protection consistently throughout the day and you are now suffering from a red, sore sunburn, here are a few ways to treat and soothe your skin.

1.) Drink cold water.  Drinking cold water will lower the temperature of the body and internally hydrate.  This is important to remember because your body loses fluids when it becomes overheated.

2.) Apply a lightweight lotion that contains antioxidants.  Sunburn is the ultimate cause of inflammation and skin damage.  Using a lotion with antioxidants will help reduce damage that a sunburn can cause deep beneath the skin, encouraging repair.  A clear, fragrance free aloe vera gel will relieve and reduce irritation from the burn, while soothing and softening the skin.  The aloe will help restore moisture and lost nutrients that were removed by the sun.  In addition, it can be re-applied continuously to moisturize the burn without causing more damage to the skin. 

3.) Don’t over moisturize with standard lotion.  If you apply too much lotion (without healing power)  to your sunburn, the heavy oils in the lotion have the potential to act as a barrier and trap heat, causing the skin to remain red longer. 

And finally, let this be your lesson – remember to reapply SPF consistently throughout the day, wear a protective hat, and stay under the shade whenever possible.

Summer Vacation Skincare Solutions

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With summer vacations and warm days ahead, it can be challenging to follow a normal skincare routine; however, to keep your skin looking consistently healthy, vibrant, and young throughout the summer, it’s essential to stay consistent with your skincare regimen while vacationing.  For this reason, we wanted to share a few tips to ensure your skin will remain radiant and beautiful in the midst of your summer vacations.

1.) Drink extra water to reduce puffiness.

The majority of people tend to slack on their water intake .  But, did you know puffy eyes, as well as puffiness or bloating of the body, can be a result of water retention?  When the body senses that it is not getting enough water, it will begin storing it, which results in visible puffiness around the eyes and other parts of the body.  Drinking plenty of water helps to keep your kidneys working properly, allowing your skin to detoxify itself naturally.

2.) Use a scrub to combat dryness and flakiness.

While away on your travels it is important to take a scrub with you to gently exfoliate buildup that can be caused from varying temperature (indoor air conditioning, outdoor heat, etc.), outdoor activities, and pollutants. Applying a scrub twice weekly in the evening will exfoliate your skin and restore moisture lost during the day.

If you need a scrub to suite your skin type, here are two that we often recommend:

  • Skin Zyme from Jan Marini.  Skin Zyme is great for flaky or peeling skin because it selectively breaks down dead and damaged skin cells, while resurfacing without irritating sensitive skin.
  • Organic Apricot Scrub from SOTHYS.  This organic scrub gently exfoliates while eliminating impurities and dead skin cells trapped in the follicles (pores) that can lead to comedogenic (pore-clogging) activity.

3.) Take your products in travel size so you don’t miss any steps. 

When traveling, we’ve known women to leave behind some of their skincare products to make room in their suitcase.  Rather than sacrificing your skin’s health, opt for travel size containers that you can purchase at most pharmacies.

If you want a travel size skincare routine already packaged for you, we suggest SOTHYS skincare products in travel size (only $17.00) so you won’t miss any necessary steps required to keep your skin cleansed and soothed.

No vacation plans this summer?  You can still pamper yourself with our Summer Staycation Special that includes a half day spa experience for only $149 (normally $200).