MOTHER'S DAY and more

Mother's Day is Sunday May 13!
Do you want a spectacular gift that will show your mom how much you love and appreciate her this year? Or will you stop at Safeway on the 12th for a bouquet of flowers? Are you a mom and want to give someone a gift idea for you? Look no further than Bend Skin CO.! How about pampering Mom with a Spa Facial? Remember how incredibly soft her skin was when you were a little kid, snuggling against her cheek? Well, motherhood kind of takes a toll all over a body and mom's face (while still beautiful) would really appreciate some TLC! Is your Mom a gardener? How about a moisturizing hand treatment that includes exfoliation, deep moisturizing, warm paraffin mask and hand massage. Or maybe she'd like a unique gift basket with some of the divine YonKa skin care products or bath crystals or make-up brushes or any of the other luxurious gift items we offer. You know she's the best mom in the entire world (2nd only to Mrs. Norma Taylor, my own Queen) so treat her to the very best!
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Attention Waxing Clients!
Have I got something for you! A new product has just arrived called
"No Scream Cream". Need I say more? This topical anesthetic cream can really take the OUCH out of Brazillian, Bikini and Underarm waxing as well as other areas. I have used it myself and am pleased with the results, as are a few clients who have also tried it. Applied 30-45 minutes before waxing, it temporarily prevents and relieves discomfort of the waxing treatment. This 1 ounce tube is now $15.00. A companion product is also available called
"Get the Bump Outta Here" which significantly prevents ingrown hairs, skin irritation and bumps assiciated with hair removal. A 4 ounce roll-on is now $18.00. With the product names, the company obviously has a sense of humor as well as a great product. So the next time you're in, pick up the NSCream and GTBOH Liquid and maybe your next waxing treatment will actually be fun! (yeah, ok, FUN's probably stretching it a little.)

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MAKE-UP BRUSHES
The new make-up brushes have arrived. We offer two shapes, an all-over facial brush and a bronzer. These are great brushes! They are available for $7.00 each and there is also a 5 piece brush kit for $20.00. Do you want your make-up brushes to last longer? Do you clean your brushes periodically? NO?! Well, if not, your make-up is being applied with facial oils picked up from the last time you used the brush. Can you say "ICK"? We are now proudly offering a brush cleaner from a Bend-Based company. You can support the local economy and take care of your brushes at the same time. I have used "Brush-Off" for the past 3 years for my professional treatment brushes and personal make-up brushes and I highly recommend this to you to preserve and extend the life of your make-up brushes. A 2 ounce spray bottle, which will last a very long time, retails for $9.00.

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LOCATION! LOCATION! LOCATION!
Once again, we are going to be changing locations. Our landlord has decided that he'd like to enlarge our space for a bigger business. A few things are in the works right now so have no fear that I might resort to providing your facial or waxing treatments on a bench in Drake park. Although it would be quite entertaining to the Canada Geese! I'll keep you informed and should have something definative in the next few weeks.

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ACB
Are you a member of The Athletic Club of Bend? Would you find it convenient to have aesthetic services there? If so, please let me here from you! I'm working on the ACB to begin offering facial and waxing services and your positive reinforcement will help greatly.

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As always, if you have any questions or concerns with your skin care, please don't hesitate to call me.

Fondly,
Debra
541-390-3338
debraanderic@bendbroadband.com

Spring News

Dear Clients,
Happy Spring! I'm seeing some crocus and daffodils in my yard so it must be true! I'm also hearing my husband grumbling something about taxes under his breath so that usually means the end of winter as well.
I want to tell you about some new things happening at the Spa. First of all, our space is now totally Bend Skin Co. Tiffany and "Chit Chat" have relocated and we have the place to ourselves. With more room, we are adding some retail items that we're very excited about. Currently, we are offering a great sunglass line and a selection of one-of-a-kind, gorgeous beaded evening handbags. In the next few weeks we'll be adding top-of-the-line make-up brushes, brush cleaners, bronzers, bath items and more. Also new are custom gift baskets. These gift baskets will include Spa goodies, pampering pieces, skin care products, and more. They're perfect for any gentleman or lady on your gift list and can fit any budget. We will continue to retail the incredible YonKa skin care collection, gift certificates and treatment packages.

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Would you like to take 10% off your next appointment or enjoy a luxurious paraffin hand treatment? Then all you have to do is refer a friend to Bend Skin Co. for any of our skin care treatments. Referrals are the most wonderful compliment you can give us and this is our way of saying thank you.

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SPRING CLEANING ISN'T JUST FOR HOUSES!
This is the time of year when we hear people talk about spring cleaning their houses or a spring clean-up for their yards. (I've heard this - just not in my house) It's a great concept! The warmer weather provides the motivation and we feel so good after we're done! So how about a little spring pore cleansing? Get rid of the old, dead skin cells that accumulate during the winter, deep cleanse your pores and revitalize your complexion with a selection from our menu of Spa Facial Treatments. Give your skin a healthy glow as you jump into spring. You deserve it! And it's much more fun than housework or lawn care!

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We welcome your comments and suggestions that help us to better serve you.
If you have any questions or concerns about your skin care, please don't hesitate to call me at 541-390-3338 or e-mail at bendskinco@bendbroadband.com.

Fondly,
Debra

cleanser specials

Dear Clients,
YonKa has just announced their "Super-Size" special on Gel Nettoyant and Lait Nettoyant Cleansers. Normally, these cleansers are $3o.oo for 6.8 ounces.
For a limited time and while the supply lasts, you can get 50% more product for only $35.00. Please take advantage of this offer while you can.
Also, YonKa has announced a price increase, starting February 7, 2007. Most products will increase $1-$3 per product item. While my inventory lasts, you can still get all of your products at the regular price.

Also currently available are the YonKa bath Crystals. A soak in the tub with these heavenly botanicals will change your whole attitude! They're packaged in beautiful heart-shaped glass containers and are available for $10.00.

Don't forget FEBRUARY 14TH!!!!!!!
Do you need a great gift idea for your Sweetheart? Gift Certificates for Spa Facials are always a wonderful treat and not just for women! Ladies, trust me when I tell you that men love facials too. I have a husband and son who will do just about anything for a facial treatment. And the great thing is, once they've experienced one, they'll realize how important they are to you as well. Does your Sweetheart need a gift idea for you? Well, diamonds are the obvious first choice, but Spa Facial treatments are probably more affordable. Drop the hint!
Combine a Facial with a warm paraffin hand dip!

A new 'package' is now available to you. If you purchase 4 facials at their regular price, your 5th facial is complimentary. The package must be paid for up front and the facials must be completed within 1 year of the first of the series.
Your skin will thank you!

Finally, we have initiated a referral 'thank you'. For every new client you refer, you will receive 10% off of your next service OR a paraffin hand treatment.

As always, please call me with any questions or concerns you may have about your skin care!

Fondly,
Debra
541-390-3338

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CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!
Congratulations to client, Marianne Cox and her husband Chris on the the birth of their daughter, Bella, born January 20, 2007!

Bend Skin Co. December e-letter

* >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

It's that time of the year. You know what I mean; back to school, store the deck furniture, rake the leaves, plant some mums and exfoliate the summer skin. OOPS! Did you forget that last one? Well it's not too late and the mums can wait!

At the beginning of each new season it's important to devote a little extra 'TLC' to your skin. Now's the time to rid your skin of the last vestages of the prior season and prepare it for the new one. This can be done most effectively with Yon Ka's "Alpha Vital" Facial, a skin resurfacing treatment using aha and bha from fruit and plant extracts. Some dead skin cells just hang on too long to your skin's surface and are greatly responsible for signs of premature aging. They also give the skin a dull, tired appearance. The Alpha Vital Facial produces the immediate results of new skin softness and youth effect.

This facial treatment has 2 levels of exfoliation and includes a freshly prepared "peel-off" mask of algae, green tea and pilewort. It is personalized for normal, oily, dry, sensitive or mature skin types. Optimum results are obtained with 3-4 treatments that are 7-10 days apart and using Fruitilia for day-time, Alpha Exfoliator for night-time and Alpha-Contour Eye Gel as part of your daily routine. The number of treatments needed is determined in the first session.

This treatment is approximately 70 minutes. The cost is $95.00 per treatment. If the treatments are purchased in the recommended 3 or 4 sessions, the total cost will be reduced by 10%:
3 treatments: $285.00 - 10%/$28.50 = $266.50
4 treatments: $380.00 - 10%/$38.00 = $342.00
So take care of yourself and book your appointment today!

And just because the weather's cooling off, don't slack off on your water consumption! Remember the recommended daily hydration formula is to take 1/2 of your body weight and make that number into the total ounces of water you need every day.

Please don't hesitate to call or e-mail me if you have any questions about the Alpha Vital, other treatments or skin care issues.
541-390-3338
edds5@msn.com

I look forward to seeing you soon!

Fondly,
Debra