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Can you get Botox-like effects from creams and serums?

Since Botox® injections have become such a popular procedure it’s no surprise that skin care companies have begun formulating products that provide similar results.  Botox is a drug made from a toxin produced by the bacterium Clostridium botulinum.  It’s the same toxin that causes a life-threatening type of food poisoning called botulism. Doctors use it in small doses to treat certain health issues like excessive underarm sweating.  More commonly, it is used as a temporary muscle paralyzer in the face to reduce fine lines and wrinkles caused by repeated expressions (smiling, frowning, squinting etc.).

How do skincare products compare?  There is no way that you can achieve the same result as botox using a topical serum or cream, but there are certain ingredients that can gently relax the facial muscles giving a smoother, softer look to expression lines and wrinkles.  Here’s a look at 2 of our most popular Botox substitutes:

 

GM Collin Bota Peptide 5 Concentrate and Bota Peptide Eye Contour

Argireline™ (Acetyl Hexapeptide-3) is the only peptide clinically proven to provide a muscle relaxing action (by disturbing the nervous signals sent to muscles under the dermis) to reduce the appearance of lines and wrinkles.  Myoxinol™, a complex of oligopeptides from Hibiscus seeds works in synergy with the Argireline to further relax the facial muscles.  Both of the GM Collin Bota Peptide products also contain a high concentration of antioxidants as well as a cocktail of ingredients proven to plump, smooth, and rejuvenate the skin.

 

 

 

 Vivierskin TMR Anti-Wrinkle Peptide Serum

Similar to GM Collin’s Bota Peptide range, Vivierskin’s TMR Serum also contains the muscle relaxing Acetyl Hexapeptide-3.  With regular use, lines and wrinkles are smoothed and skin becomes refreshed and rejuvenated.  For those who already undergo Botox injections, Vivierskin TMR Serum may be used in conjunction to prolong the results.  The formula is lightweight and fast-absorbing and should be used locally where lines of expression are most prevalent.

 

 

Luzern Serum Absolut WE3

 

Luzern Laboratories created this triple peptide wrinkle treatment with Swiss Apple Stem Cells to promote firmness, smooth lines and wrinkles, and increase collagen production.

 

 

 

 

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GM Collin’s Newest Addition

Being that GM Collin is so well-known for their innovations in anti-aging skincare, it’s no surprise that they’ve come out with a brand new technology and a brand new product! It’s called GF Advanced Repair Serum and is made for use on mature skin with obvious signs of cellular damage (lines, wrinkles, loss of elasticity etc.).

Two Types of Skin Aging
Skin aging can be classified as being biological (genetically determined by our biological clock) or environmental (determined by extrinsic factors such as UV damage). According to GM Collin, the breakthrough in epigenetic and gene science combined with growth factor technology allow a direct ‘time reverse’ action on both genetic and extrinsic factors to help delay the visible signs of aging.

What does all of this mean?
Growth factors are naturally occurring substances (that are depleted as we age) which can stimulate cellular growth, regulate cellular processes, repair damaged cells, rejuvenate aging tissues, and help to maintain optimum functions of the skin – all of which are vital for maintaining a youthful appearance. The GF Advanced Repair Serum contians 4 different growth factors.

Clock Genes
Clock genes are responsible for regulating the cycle in which the cells turn on and off their repair function. This function coordinates with UV exposure to repair at night and protect during the day. Over time these genes become de-synchronized dramatically increasing the skin’s aging process (repair capacity drops by 50% by the age of 50!). GF Advanced Repair Serum uses a peptide called ‘tetrapeptide 26′ to re-synchronize the internal clock of skin cells. This will greatly boost the skin’s natural repair process and defense mechanisms.

Last but not Least
GM Collin has one more trick up its sleeve: a peptide and protein complex. This complex provides an integral treatment to improve the overall collagen quality in our skin. To make a long story short, GF Advanced Repair Serum is formulated to boost the skin’s natural repair and protection processes which will prevent and delay the visible signs of aging.

Results
In GM Collin’s 35 day clinical trial users reported up to a 94% reduction in forehead wrinkles and a 69% reduction in nasolabial fold lines. In 14 days pore size was reduced by up to 35% and skin firmness was increased by up to 61%.

GF Advanced Repair Serum is applied 1-2 times per day on cleansed face, neck, and decolette. A small amount is all you need and this light fluid absorbs into the skin very quickly. Remember that this is not a moisturizer so you will want to apply your moisturizer right after your serum.

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Happy Canada Day! Spa Boutique is Proudly Canadian!

Did You Know Spa Boutique is a Canadian Company?

Yes we are proudly Canadian! Our owner Nancy Mudford is originally from Montreal, where seeing an esthetician was a normal part of everyday life. Moving to Vancouver, she noticed that having a facial or a massage was considered a luxury for many women. With this observation in mind, she completed an in-depth business plan, obtained financing and soon after opened her French-country inspired award winning Le Petit Spa in September 2003. In March 2006, Nancy launched the Spa Boutique website and opened our very first retail store in the Kitsilano area of Vancouver, BC.

An important topic that we hear about a lot these days is to buy local. But are we really doing this enough? The long weekend is quickly approaching and I know many Canadians have plans to make a run for the boarder for some get deals. I love a great deal as much as the next person, but many local Canadian businesses suffer from this huge drop in foot traffic. Most people don’t know that we not a large corporation, but a modest company with 9 employees at the warehouse/head office and 3 employees at our retail store. Four of these employees are professionally trained Estheticians ready to help you with your skin or product questions!

Some proudly Canadian skincare lines that we carry are:

GM Collin

Vivierskin

Beauty Through Balance by Ancient Secrets
Golden Moor
Principessa
B.Kamins

So the next time you need to replenish those skincare products, stick with the True, North, Strong, and Free, Oh Canada!

Happy Canada Day Everyone!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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