Posts Tagged ‘rough skin’

Spa Boutique Launches Natural Essential Oil Based Body & Bath Line

It’s finally here! We just launched our very own signature line of bath and body products made from high quality, natural, plant-based ingredients.  The products don’t contain artificial fragrance, color, parabens, or harsh chemicals and they are manufactured right here in Vancouver, BC!  There are 3 amazing scents to choose from including Citrus Vanilla, Lavender, and Rosemary.  Citrus Vanilla is deliciously enticing, uplifting, and reminds one of the taste of an orange creamsicle! Lavender is calming, skin-regenerating, and great for all-over body relaxation.  Rosemary is known for it’s ability to refresh and clear the mind.  It has an invigorating effect which makes it great to start off the day or recharge oneself.

     

There are 8 different products available in all 3 scents including:

•Body Lotion

•Rich Body Lotion

•Hand Cream

•Body Wash

•Sea Salt Scrub

•Bath & Massage Oil

•Epsom Salt Bath

•Body & Room Spray

So, what’s the difference between our products and the average bath & body product?  The ingredients! Most cosmetic products contain some level of toxic and even carcinogenic ingredients (See David Suzuki’s “Dirty Dozen”).  You won’t find any of those ingredients on our ingredient list!

Why not do your body a favor and make the switch to natural bath & body products?  Most of our products are also available in handy travel-sizes!

<Click here to see all Spa Boutique Signature Line products>

If you have any questions about our signature line products, essential oils, or skin care in general, don’t hesitate to contact one of our estheticians!

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Achieving an Even Skin Tone: how to prevent and treat hyperpigmentation

In the past, anti-aging skincare was all about combating wrinkles, texture issues, and sagging skin.  Nowadays, evening out skin tone (reducing dark spots) plays a huge role in achieving a more youthful looking skin.

The problem is that most of us didn’t realize the damage that was happening to our skin (by not using a daily SPF product) until it was too late.  Now we are all scrambling to find the best answer to lighten pigmentation spots without wasting our money on the latest ‘miracle in a jar’.  Is it really possible to lighten dark spots on your skin with a cream or a masque that we see on TV commercials and in magazine ads? Probably not.  Let’s face it, getting rid of dark spots on the skin takes a lot of time and effort and one simple product is just not going to do the job.  What we need is a skincare system designed for our skin’s needs and we need to use it properly and diligently.

Obagi Medical is a leader in complete skin rejuvenation using specific top-quality ingredients to prevent and correct all types of skin conditions including skin with hyper/hypo-pigmentation.  Obagi is most well-know for their Nu-Derm system  which effectively treats all signs of aging and evens out skin tone using products that contain proven pigmentation lighteners like arbutin or hydroquinone.  Another excellent system is the Obagi-C RX System which also has products which contain arbutin and hydroquinone, but the Obagi-C system also contains premium grade Vitamin C in the L-Ascorbic Acid form.  This form of Vitamin C penetrates deep into the skin to stimulate collagen synthesis as well as acts an an powerful antioxidant which protects your skin from harmful free radical damage.

Here is a brief breakdown of each Obagi System for lightening skin pigmentation:

The Obagi Nu-Derm FX System (with arbutin) is suitable for anyone with no to mild pigmentation, fine lines, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, texture issues, and/or adult acne.

The Obagi Nu-Derm System (with hydroquinone) is suited for anyone with mild to stubborn pigmentation (including melasma), fine lines, wrinkles, loss of elasticity, texture issues, and/or adult acne.

The Obagi C-FX System (with arbutin) is made for anyone with no to mild pigmentation, minimal signs of aging, and mild texture issues.

The Obagi-C RX System (with hydroquinone) is excellent for anyone with mild to moderate pigmentation, minimal signs of aging, and mild texture issues.

Each system comes in a starter set with full sized products and it is highly recommended to use all of the products in the set for best results.  Additionally, a prescription retinol (Vitamin A) may be added to the regime to greatly boost results.  The daily use of an SPF product is mandatory and if it is not properly used you should not expect to achieve good results.  A daily SPF is not only necessary during treatment, but continuously after treatment as well to prevent recurring pigmentation damage as well as skin aging.

Watch to learn more about each system>>

 

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Sensitive Skin Care Treatment Tips

What causes skin to become sensitive?

Anyone can develop skin sensitivity at some time or another. There are many factors that can contribute to skin sensitivity, but it all comes down to a weekend protective barrier that allows common irritants and other elements to penetrate skin’s surface, causing skin to react and develop sensitivity. Many common substances that we come in contact with everyday can cause sensitive skin to become red and blotchy, itch, sting and feel uncomfortable. Often, fragrances, colorants and preservatives used in skin care and cosmetics products can irritate sensitive skin. Extreme cold, heat, water temperatures, smog, smoke and even long air travel can also trigger a reaction. Genetics, some medications, nutritional supplements, and even stress may contribute to skin sensitivity as well.

Sensitive skin needs special, gentle care. Products that are specifically developed and tested for sensitive skin can help control sensitivity. It’s extremely important to protect your skin from daily environmental assault, especially by using sun protection everyday as well as utilizing products containing antioxidiants to help defend and repair weak, sensitive skin.

The Skin Test

• Does your skin become flush or red and itch on occasion?
• Do fragrances, colorants and other skin care ingredients irritate your skin?
• Do most skin care products cause your skin to sting or become red?
• Does your skin feel uncomfortable in colder and drier weather?
• Does your skin appear thin and delicate?

Tips and Techniques for Sensitive Skin

• Keep your skin care regimen simple
• Avoid Scrubbing or cleansing with hot water or harsh detergent cleansers such as soap
• Use skin care specially designed for sensitive skin. Products containing glycolic compound with a pH of 4.4 are clinically proven to have the optimum level for effective results without irritation.
• Use a moisturizer containing antioxidants to help protect and rebuild a weakened barrier and to strengthen the skin against future sensitivity.
• Avoid sun exposure and use a physical sunscreen containing zinc oxide with a minimum SPF 15 everyday.
• Use skin care and makeup that is allergy tested and free of fragrance, colorants and irritants.

The following is a recommended treatment for sensitive skin with Jan Marini Skin Research: Glycolic Acid 4 step process:

1. Cleanse:Jan Marini Bioglycolic Face Cleanser– cleanses and exfoliates the skin. Contains glycolic acid; gentle yet effective.
2. Correct: Jan Marini Age Intervention Peptide Extreme – a concentrated facial serum that revitalizes, hydrates, soothes inflammation, reduces redness, and firms
3. Hydrate – Jan Marini Transformation Face Cream – protects and smooths skin, reduces fine lines and wrinkles
4. Protect & Soothe – Priori CoffeeBerry Natureceuticals Perfecting Mineral Foundation SPF 25

As always, just for being a follower of our blog, enter coupon code BLOG10 for 10% off your next purchase! Also, remember to follow us @spaboutique on Twitter, like our Facebook  page, and check out our boards on Pinterest! You could be the lucky winner of one of our many contests!