* >WINTERIZE YOUR SKIN< *
This is the time of year when your skin really starts to feel neglected. And it will let you know in many subtle ways like itching, cracking, flaking and chapping. You don't need to go through the winter season trying to stay comfortable in your own skin! So I've put together a survival guide that should help.
Winter is harshest on your skin because of the extreme cold, wind and dry air inside and outside. The cold temperatures deplete the skin's lipid layer which is responsible for maintaining hydration. Dry air and wind drain your skin of the moisture it's trying so hard to hold onto. Our first instincts are usually hot baths and slathering ourselves with something like whale blubber. NO!NO!NO! First, water heated significantly higher than body temperature actually dries out the skin. And buttering yourself like a piece of toast with products containing lanolin, mineral oil and even petroleum jelly may form a barrier between you and the elements but will clog pores. Skin in general and hands and lips in particular need extra TLC from now until the daffodils bloom.
1. =Exfoliation= Don't forget this step in your skin care regimen! If dead skin cells collect on the surface, toxins and perspiration can't be eliminated. (ICK!)
Also if you have a lot of dead skin build-up, facial treatments and moisturizers can't penetrate effectively. But don't use a scrub with abrasive particles that can cause micro-tears in the skin. Products like 'Yon Ka's' Gommage 303 & 305 are gentle enough to use every day because they contain citrus extracts and white nettle which loosen and disolve dead skin cells. Your skin then feels polished and not scoured like like an old skillet.
2. =Boosters= Professional boosters and serums penetrate deeply into the skin. They contain glycolipids to retain and bind moisture and hyaluronic acid which holds up to 1000 times it's own weight in moisture. 'Yon Ka' serum is rich and vitamin-supercharged. Dermal 1,2&3 serums hydrate and boost. These products can be used alone or added to any moisturizer. Also in the winter, apply your moisturizer more frequently.
3. =Seal it!= Paraffin masks on the face, hands or any other body part will make even the grumpiest skin cell rejoice. It's large molecular size prevents the paraffin from penetrating the skin and simply seals in products and prevents oxygenation that evaporates the products. The heat from the paraffin improves circulation and will make your skin feel like it's wrapped in a snuggly warm blanket.
4. ='Silence of the Lambs"= Did you ever have a sweater that you loved but hated to wear because it felt scratchy? It was probably wool which contains lanolin. Lanolin is a great weather-proofer for sheep, but highly allergic to many people. Better to wear things made of acrylic fiber or cashmere.
5. =Not for Skiiers Only= Winter sun may look and feel feeble but that's what Frosty the Snowman thought and look what happened to him! You still need SPF protection. Your eye area is most vulnerable so pay extra attention there.
'Yon Ka' has 4 different SPF products as well as an after-sun hydration lotion. Did you know that the sun's reflective powers are 17% on the sand but 80% on the snow?
6. =Humidity is our Friend= You don't have to re-create the rain forests of Costa Rica but investing in a home vaporizer for the bedroom and office makes a huge difference in how your body survives winter. Mucus membranes and nasal passages get crispy from breathing super dry air. Even a small indoor fountain will introduce moisture into the air. And the sound of water will calm and soothe the spirit as well.
9. =HYDRATE= Stay away from water-based moisturizers which can actually freeze on the skin. 'Yon Ka's' "LeBaum" which literally melts into the skin, shields against the environment and will soothe and repair the lipid barrier. Products containing Shea Butter keep skin supple.
10. ="How Dry I Am"= Alcohol is bad news both inside and out. Applied topically, it's extremely drying. And the holidays are the season for eggnog and champagne, but remember that cocktails deplete the skin's moisture. Ditto for that"wake-me-up/how much did I drink last night?" morning after coffee which is a diuretic. Skin must be moisturized from the inside out so DRINK YOUR WATER! A great way to stay on tract with moisture during the day is to mist yourself (like a Boston Fern) with light, non-aerosol spritzers like 'Yon Ka' Lotions PS and PG.
11. =KISS*KISS= Don't forget the kissers! Lips produce no protective sebum like other skin. Because they're regularly exposed to the elements they are particularly hard hit by winter weather. But like other skin, lips need to be exfoliated as well as moisturized. You can do this by just rubbing your lips with a soft cloth or brush. You can use a mild cleanser, vasoline or lemon juice. Apply lip balm immediately after. Mistletoe is not meant for parched, prune-like puckers.
12. =TO THE SPA!= A sure way to maintain beautiful skin this winter is to have regular facial treatments. The concentrated attention your skin receives is one of the most nurturing and healthiest things you can do. This also lets us work together to decide on the right products and homecare to keep your skin hydrated and soft throughout the season.
If you have any questions or concerns about your skin care, please call or e-mail me. 390-3338 or edds5@msn.com
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Do you realize there are only 30 days until Christmas?
I have just the right gift for any HIM or HER on your list! It's always the right size, right color and right model. How about a gift certificate for a Spa Facial? If you need to see a treatment menu, let me know. The gift certificates can be for specific treatments or a $ amount so that the gift receiver can choose whatever they want. Beautiful gift packages are also available and can include Yon Ka products and other items that pamper. This year, Yon Ka has also put together 3 gift packages just for the holidays. They come with a variety of items like candles, CD's, bath salts, bath oils, eye pillows and soft facial cloths.
There's no one on your list, male or female, who won't appreciate the gift of pampering.
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I wish you all good health and no stress this holiday season!
Fondly,
Debra
This is the time of year when your skin really starts to feel neglected. And it will let you know in many subtle ways like itching, cracking, flaking and chapping. You don't need to go through the winter season trying to stay comfortable in your own skin! So I've put together a survival guide that should help.
Winter is harshest on your skin because of the extreme cold, wind and dry air inside and outside. The cold temperatures deplete the skin's lipid layer which is responsible for maintaining hydration. Dry air and wind drain your skin of the moisture it's trying so hard to hold onto. Our first instincts are usually hot baths and slathering ourselves with something like whale blubber. NO!NO!NO! First, water heated significantly higher than body temperature actually dries out the skin. And buttering yourself like a piece of toast with products containing lanolin, mineral oil and even petroleum jelly may form a barrier between you and the elements but will clog pores. Skin in general and hands and lips in particular need extra TLC from now until the daffodils bloom.
1. =Exfoliation= Don't forget this step in your skin care regimen! If dead skin cells collect on the surface, toxins and perspiration can't be eliminated. (ICK!)
Also if you have a lot of dead skin build-up, facial treatments and moisturizers can't penetrate effectively. But don't use a scrub with abrasive particles that can cause micro-tears in the skin. Products like 'Yon Ka's' Gommage 303 & 305 are gentle enough to use every day because they contain citrus extracts and white nettle which loosen and disolve dead skin cells. Your skin then feels polished and not scoured like like an old skillet.
2. =Boosters= Professional boosters and serums penetrate deeply into the skin. They contain glycolipids to retain and bind moisture and hyaluronic acid which holds up to 1000 times it's own weight in moisture. 'Yon Ka' serum is rich and vitamin-supercharged. Dermal 1,2&3 serums hydrate and boost. These products can be used alone or added to any moisturizer. Also in the winter, apply your moisturizer more frequently.
3. =Seal it!= Paraffin masks on the face, hands or any other body part will make even the grumpiest skin cell rejoice. It's large molecular size prevents the paraffin from penetrating the skin and simply seals in products and prevents oxygenation that evaporates the products. The heat from the paraffin improves circulation and will make your skin feel like it's wrapped in a snuggly warm blanket.
4. ='Silence of the Lambs"= Did you ever have a sweater that you loved but hated to wear because it felt scratchy? It was probably wool which contains lanolin. Lanolin is a great weather-proofer for sheep, but highly allergic to many people. Better to wear things made of acrylic fiber or cashmere.
5. =Not for Skiiers Only= Winter sun may look and feel feeble but that's what Frosty the Snowman thought and look what happened to him! You still need SPF protection. Your eye area is most vulnerable so pay extra attention there.
'Yon Ka' has 4 different SPF products as well as an after-sun hydration lotion. Did you know that the sun's reflective powers are 17% on the sand but 80% on the snow?
6. =Humidity is our Friend= You don't have to re-create the rain forests of Costa Rica but investing in a home vaporizer for the bedroom and office makes a huge difference in how your body survives winter. Mucus membranes and nasal passages get crispy from breathing super dry air. Even a small indoor fountain will introduce moisture into the air. And the sound of water will calm and soothe the spirit as well.
9. =HYDRATE= Stay away from water-based moisturizers which can actually freeze on the skin. 'Yon Ka's' "LeBaum" which literally melts into the skin, shields against the environment and will soothe and repair the lipid barrier. Products containing Shea Butter keep skin supple.
10. ="How Dry I Am"= Alcohol is bad news both inside and out. Applied topically, it's extremely drying. And the holidays are the season for eggnog and champagne, but remember that cocktails deplete the skin's moisture. Ditto for that"wake-me-up/how much did I drink last night?" morning after coffee which is a diuretic. Skin must be moisturized from the inside out so DRINK YOUR WATER! A great way to stay on tract with moisture during the day is to mist yourself (like a Boston Fern) with light, non-aerosol spritzers like 'Yon Ka' Lotions PS and PG.
11. =KISS*KISS= Don't forget the kissers! Lips produce no protective sebum like other skin. Because they're regularly exposed to the elements they are particularly hard hit by winter weather. But like other skin, lips need to be exfoliated as well as moisturized. You can do this by just rubbing your lips with a soft cloth or brush. You can use a mild cleanser, vasoline or lemon juice. Apply lip balm immediately after. Mistletoe is not meant for parched, prune-like puckers.
12. =TO THE SPA!= A sure way to maintain beautiful skin this winter is to have regular facial treatments. The concentrated attention your skin receives is one of the most nurturing and healthiest things you can do. This also lets us work together to decide on the right products and homecare to keep your skin hydrated and soft throughout the season.
If you have any questions or concerns about your skin care, please call or e-mail me. 390-3338 or edds5@msn.com
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Do you realize there are only 30 days until Christmas?
I have just the right gift for any HIM or HER on your list! It's always the right size, right color and right model. How about a gift certificate for a Spa Facial? If you need to see a treatment menu, let me know. The gift certificates can be for specific treatments or a $ amount so that the gift receiver can choose whatever they want. Beautiful gift packages are also available and can include Yon Ka products and other items that pamper. This year, Yon Ka has also put together 3 gift packages just for the holidays. They come with a variety of items like candles, CD's, bath salts, bath oils, eye pillows and soft facial cloths.
There's no one on your list, male or female, who won't appreciate the gift of pampering.
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I wish you all good health and no stress this holiday season!
Fondly,
Debra
