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Dermalogica Age Smart - Am I Ready?

Dear Dermalogica Lady:

I've heard good things about Dermalogica's Age Smart products, but do I need them yet? I'm worried because I’m starting to look a lot older than my peers. When I look in the mirror, I see lines creeping alongside my mouth and underneath my eyes. My skin texture isn’t elastic and, depending on how the light hits my face, my skin appears to be sagging prematurely. I’m only 35. I don’t have a beauty regimen to speak of. What can I do to compensate for what nature (and perhaps the sun’s damaging rays) has done?

Signed,
I’d Like the Real “Me” Back.

Dear “I’d Like…”

You want Dermalogica’s “Age Defying Facial”. It’s a powerful treatment specially created for aging, sun-damaged skin. It provides nourishment and regeneration. This facial will instantly make your skin firmer and smoother.

Next, tackle those under eye lines.

Dermalogica’s Intensive Eye Repair is for dryer or prematurely aging skin. As you’ve heard time and time again, the under eye area is extremely delicate. But since Dermalogica’s products are made without harsh ingredients such as alcohol and artificial colours, you’ll be ahead of the game.

Try moisturising early in the day, as well. You already do that? Great! (Many girls only hydrate in the evening.) When you apply a cream or lotion early on, your skin will “plump up” and fine lines will become less visible.

Have you tried our Multi Active Toner?

If not, you should. (It’s our number one selling product and draws raves.) Before applying, spritz your face, leaving a fine mist on the surface. Use that pump bottle often throughout the day.

And for a quick pick-me-up give yourself a mini-facial. Rub your hands together for half a minute. Move them upwards towards your hairline and then outwards towards your chin.

Finally, leave a humidifier on at night. Don’t have one? A bowl of water on the floor, near where you lay your head, will do nicely.

From the sound of it, your skin is crying out for some pampering. A bit of effort and you’ll soon recognise the face that looks back at you in the mirror. If you want to see our anti ageing range, check out the Dermalogica Age Smart category.

Kind regards,
The Dermalogica Lady

Dermalogica Products For Dry Skin - A Wedding

Dear Dermalogica Lady: I’m at a loss as to what to do and, needing advice, I immediately thought of you. My fiancé and I are planning an early spring wedding and everything’s going along spectacularly…with one exception: I have dry alligator-like skin. Right…it may not be THAT bad, but it IS flaky and itchy and not at all attractive (to me, anyway).

My husband-to-be declares that it’s no big deal but it’s quite noticeable. The condition worsens in the winter. Even after slathering my face and hands with Vaseline, I don’t see improvements. 

Am I destined to walk down the aisle while lifting my veil up as little as possible, or do you foresee relief for me with a Dermologica product? 

Signed,

Bride-to-be in Hampshire

 

Dear B-to-B:

Barring a more entrenched condition such as dermatitis or eczema (which should be diagnosed by your doctor or a dermatologist), it’s fair to say that the winter weather is stripping your skin pretty severely. There’s no reason you should have to put up with dry skin…and certainly not on your wedding day!

Of course Dermalogica has the cure for chapped, dehydrated skin! 

But first, we’ll have to split hairs for a moment. It’s helpful to determine whether your skin is indeed dry…or just thoroughly dehydrated. Dry skin is lacking oil secretion in the areas where there are generally not many glands (like the eye, cheek and upper lip areas.) Your hands have these glands, too, although not in the palm area. 

Dehydrated skin needs to rehydrate on a massive scale—and lock in moisture. Both dry and dehydrated skin can itch and appear inflamed.

(There is yet another category: prematurely ageing skin, but although you didn’t state your age, I’m venturing to guess this might not be something you need to be concerned with right now.)

If your skin is dry, it might manifest as rough to the touch. What you need to do is cut down on the washings and avoid very hot water. 

Dermalogica’s Essential Cleansing Solution is a good choice for you. It’s a rich and creamy lotion that gently lifts impurities from the skin without stripping your skin of its essential oils.

This non-foamy cleanser leaves the essences of plant extracts and replenishing vitamins on your skin’s surface. Your skin will literally drink these nourishments in.

Follow this up with Dermalogica Skin Smoothing Cream, which, with its soothing botanicals and antioxidants, locks in your skin’s moisture level. This combats the dehydration factor. Your skin will be supple, with improved texture. Fine lines and tiny wrinkles will be smoothed away and your skin will be protected from free radicals and airborne pollution. 

Finally, if your skin is raw or peeling due to excess friction, try Dermalogica Climate Control. Think of it as a first line of defense…to be used on areas that appear damaged. This balm glides easily over skin that is sensitive or under environmental assault (like cold, bitter wind and/or the effects of central heating), reducing the injury of further friction on the epidermis.

A word of advice: keep your hands from your face. Avoid the temptation to pick at or peel off abraded areas of the skin. Your fingertips contain the most microscopic of germs—held in place by oils and wax. Think of how many times you reach up and pat your hair or touch your hairline…both areas that contain sebaceous glands, and fats and wax secreted by these glands. Your skin could do without either of these.

Calm down and everything will sort itself out…including your damaged skin. Enjoy your special day and remember…all brides are beautiful. Envision yourself as the image of loveliness you are, as you head down that aisle to say your “I Do’s”. Your guest (and husband-to-be) will be sure to share that vision

 

 

Introducing Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum

Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum? Why not sleep your way to more luminous, supercharged and revitalised skin?

The importance of a good night's rest can never be underestimated, as it affects many parts of the body, especially the skin. Did you know that several hours spent sleeping each night is a time of dynamic, system wide repair and healing for your body? This kind of medical data is exactly what inspired the latest treatment product from the skin experts at Dermalogica.

Dermalogica Overnight Repair is a powerful peptide serum - Overnight Repair Serum will go a long way to help to sleep off the signs of ageing.

You can use the Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum to vastly improve the quality of your skin, whilst helping to minimise fine lines and also increase luminosity on the skins surface. Smoothing this serum into your skin and blending with your regular Dermalogica night cream will produce superb age-fighting benefits.

The highly effective serum will help to stimulate collagen production too, thereby helping to firm up and regenerate resilience within the skin. Potent Argan and Rose oil will help to revitalise dull skin, effortlessly smoothing away fine lines.

Using Overnight Repair Serum couldn't be easier, following cleansing , simply blend 4 to 6 drops with your regular Dermalogica night cream. Dermalogica Overnight Repair Serum is free from artificial fragrance and colours. As the product is designed to work while you don't, regular use will help to literally sleep off the signs of ageing.

So exactlly what does it contain? Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, then there's Argania Spinosa Kernel Oil, Rosa Moschata Seed Oil, Portulaca Pilosa Extract, Sucrose Cocoate, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-38, Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil.

Alaria Esculenta Extract, Cananga Odorata Flower Oil, Aniba Rosaeodora (Rosewood) Wood Oil, Eugenia Caryophylus (Clove) Flower Oil, Pelargonium Graveolens Oil, Citrus Medica Limonum (Lemon) Peel Oil, Rose Flower Oil

Geranium Maculatum Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Oil, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Daucus Carota Sativa (Carrot) Seed Oil, Murraya Koenigii Leaf Oil, Cinnamomum Zeylanicum Leaf Oil, Sesamum Indicum (Sesame) Seed Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Citronellol, Eugenol, Limonene, Geraniol, Linalool, Benzyl Benzoate, Benzyl Salicylate, Cetearyl Ethylhexanoate and finally Sorbitan Isostearate.

Dear Davines Stockist

Dear Davines Stockist

The salon I go to in London always uses the Davines fragrant and fashionable hair products—my favourites! I actually learned how Davines got started whilst visiting Italy. I stopped at Parma, where the Bollati family first experimented with their earth-friendly beauty products. Just as is the case here, I was delighted at how well-regarded Davines products have become.

Here’s my dilemma: I’m a little shy about trying Davines products at home (when I’m not visiting the hairstylist, that is). The reason? The prices are all right; it’s just that the products themselves seem so…extravagant, if you know what I mean. As if they were meant to be used for special occasions.

How can I justify using Davines every day?

Thanks!

Kind regards,

Hesitant Henrietta

Dear Henrietta

I appreciate your e-mail! I’ve been a dedicated Davines stockist long enough to know that Davines Hair Care is esteemed for a reason: its fresh and natural ingredients will give you lustrous, manageable hair. The more you use it, the better the outcome. And how else can you experience that exhilarating smell and that luxurious overall Davines artistry?

Henrietta, may we challenge you to get your hair in the best shape it’s ever been in?

Try the Davines hair care products. Enjoy the sensual pleasure of the deliciously smelling shampoos, conditioners, gels and other treatments…yes, day-in-and-day-out.

Give it 30 days. If you don’t think your hair smells, feels and looks softer, more conditioned and just plain lovelier than ever before, we’ll refund your product price, no questions asked.

(This was always the case, but we want to make a point: we stand behind our products and are serious about the difference they can make in your beauty ritual.)

Dear Dermalogica Lady:

I just got home from a rough day at the office. I’m a fashion designer and you wouldn’t believe the pressure! As I was running into yet another meeting this morning, my face started to break out in hives. (That happens when I’m nervous.) What do you recommend to calm me down?

Signed,
Stressful Sara

Dear Stressful:

Three words. UltraCalming Mist ©. Just saying the name to yourself as you scoop up the bottle is likely to start the de-stressing process.

OK. So you made it home safe and sound. Now drop that portfolio case. Head right for the shower. Place the UltraCalming Mist © where you’ll see it when you come out of the stall or tub.

Don’t make the water too hot…that’ll enervate you and it sounds as if you could use a little gentle soothing. Am I right? OK. I see you nodding your head. So stay in there for no more than five minutes. You don’t want to wrinkle your skin!

Now step out of the shower. Remove the see-through cap. Tilt the container towards your face. Spritz. Hmmm. You’ll inhale the subtlest hint of a few of the botanicals that UltraCalming Mist © is made with. Radish roots, avena sativa (oat kernel extract), ginger, aloe…

UltraCalming Spritz © contains a brand new, especially developed formula called the “UltraCalming Complex” © which actually goes to work on itchy allergies and irritations.

And while you’re protecting your skin’s moisture, you’re treating and healing the red, inflamed spots. (Nature made aloe and oats two of the most healing substances on the planet!)

Dermalogica UltraCalming Mist © will also act as a superior toner, prepping the skin to properly hydrate, locking in the moisture. Liberally spritz your face, shoulders and chest area.

Your skin will still be wet from the shower, and this is an ideal time to apply your favourite moisturiser. Why not keep it all in the same family of products? The UltraCalming © line has a Serum Concentrate which will continue to calm frazzled nerve endings. Too, it pampers your skin with luxurious emollients.

Now, while basking in that beautifying, botanically infused calm (and newfound relief against inflamed, irritated skin), wrap yourself in a thick terry cloth robe and head off to the kitchen for a spot of chamomile tea. Tomorrow will be better.

When the alarm goes off in the a.m., slip on your favourite outfit--in a hue that really sets off your glowing, blotch-free skin. When you slide into your seat at the next meeting, your colleagues won’t be able to keep from noticing your luminous skin. If asked how you did it, don’t hesitate to mention your intelligent, nourishing, CALMING approach to skincare!

Sincerely,
The Dermalogica Lady