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NIA24 Treatment Catalyst Facial Oil

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NIA24 Treatment Catalyst Facial Oil

Treatment Catalyst is supplied as a translucent oil which quickly penetrates the epidermal layers to significantly improve epidermal moisture levels and boost radiance. Essential fatty acids and antioxidants improve the health and condition of the epidermis. This skin fortifier strengthens the barrier function of the stratum corneum and improves the skin’s ability to produce natural collagen and assists with epidermal cellular renewal. It improves moisture retention necessary for epidermal equilibrium. The performance of other skincare therapies is greatly enhanced when used in combination with Treatment Catalyst.

Benefits:

  • Suitable for all skin types.
  • Improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Enhances the performance of other skincare products.

Directions:

Use twice daily. Apply two to three drops of face oil to cleansed skin. Apply directly to skin or mix with preferred serum or moisturizer for optimum performance.

Purchase in store 8-4:30, M-F

 

SALE: Anti-Aging Skin Resurfacing Laser Treatments

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30% OFF Skin Resurfacing Laser Treatments now through August 30, 2019.

Stop concealing your skin’s imperfections and experience brighter, tighter and smoother skin with our 1540 Skin Resurfacing Laser Treatments.  In just a few short treatments and minimal downtime, you will see improvement in your skin’s texture, tone, fine lines, and wrinkles.

How it works:

  • Our 1540 Skin Resurfacing utilizes fractional laser technology to deliver specialized pulses of energy into your skin -targeting unwanted fine lines and wrinkles.
  • The heat generated by the laser promotes collagen production which causes the skin to tighten and look younger and healthier.
  • The package includes 6 full-face treatments; 90 minutes each.
  • Schedule your complimentary consultation to find out if 1540 Skin Resurfacing is right for you!

What are the benefits:

  • Improves skin texture, tone, and other irregularities of the skin.
  • Reverses the signs of aging, such as fine lines, wrinkles, and sun damage. Experience brighter, tighter, and smoother skin.
  • Skin Resurfacing laser treatment is a non-ablative treatment with noticeable results and minimal downtime.
  • Provides deep exfoliation of dead skin revealing a brighter complexion.

How much is the treatment?

Sale: $350/Reg $500 each.  Package(6): $2,100/Regularly $3,000.  SALE ends August 30, 2019.

Schedule your complimentary consultation with our Licensed Esthetician today or call 692-6838.

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What’s Your Daily Routine? By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

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What’s Your Daily Routine?

What’s that, you don’t have a skincare routine?  Well, let me help you with that.  Our skin works 24/7 to protect our face and body from weather, UVA/UVB rays, injuries, disease, and aging. So taking a small amount of time twice a day to tend to your skin is very beneficial.  If you have any question of where to begin or in what steps products should be applied, the following should help you.  As always if you’d like to sample products or discuss your skin concerns, please schedule a complimentary skincare consult.

CLEANSE

Properly cleaning your skin is an essential step in taking care of your skin.  This step will remove impurities from makeup and daily environment. Try NIA24 Gentle Cleansing Cream.

TONE

Applying a low-grade solution to absorb excess oil or to speed up the ph balance level of the skin. Which, in turn, will cause products to absorb faster.  However, your skin will balance out on its own.

SERUMS

Serums help target specific concerns, (dull complexion, breakouts, pigmentation issues) and nourish the skin, promoting healing and fighting the signs of aging.  Here are some staples to try: NIA24 Rapid D Tone Correcting Serum, NIA24 Rapid Exfoliating Serum, NIA24 Intensive Moisture Double Serum, NIA24 Intensive Retinol Repair, SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic or SkinCeuticals Phloretin CF.

EYE CREAM

The orbital skin is more thin and delicate than the rest of the skin on the face.  It’s essential to use a cream that is specific for the eye area. Most will target puffiness, fine lines, and dark circles.  Try NIA24 Eye Repair Complex.

MOISTURIZER

It is essential to choose a moisturizer that isn’t too heavy for your skin type.  You want one that will offer optimal moisture for dryness. Here are two favorites: NIA24 Skin Strengthening Complex and NIA24 Intensive Recovery Complex.

SPF

The best care for the skin both on your face and body is preventive care.  As I’ve told you before the sun is the #1 ager of the skin. ALWAYS wear sunscreen and don’t forget to reapply.  Try NIA24 Sun Damage Mineral Sunscreen.

 

Happy product picking! Just start with two or three products that fit your lifestyle.  It is that simple!

 

To healthy skin,

Leslie A. Gilstrap, LE

NIA24 Intensive Retinol Repair

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NIA24 Intensive Retinol Repair

Retinol-powered moisturizer targets key signs of aging without irritation and increases cell turnover for stronger, fortified skin.

 

Key Ingredients:

  • Pro-Niacin® to strengthen and nourish the skin barrier.
  • Pro-Niacin® is clinically shown to visibly improve skin tone, texture, dark spots, sun spots and discoloration.
  • Retinol increases cell turnover to improve texture, tone, smoothness, firmness.
  • Botanical Complex of Enteromorpha Compressa Extract (seaweed) and Caesalpinia Spinosa Gumactive promotes a more youthful complexion.
  • Hexapeptide reduces the appearance of wrinkles.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate is a potent humectant that hydrates skin and locks in moisture.

Usage:

Use in the morning and at night on clean, dry skin. Apply over
entire face, concentrating on areas of concern.
Caution: Avoid contact with eyes. For external use only.

NIA24 Gentle Cleansing Cream

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NIA24 Gentle Cleansing Cream

Rich and replenishing, this daily gentle, non-foaming cleansing cream removes surface impurities and makeup. With a moisturizing formula that binds the skin, it leaves skin feeling soft and supple. Ideal for dry or more sensitive skin.

Key Ingredients:

  • Continuous, deep delivery of Pro-Niacin® strengthens the skin barrier.
  • Pro-Niacin® is clinically shown to visibly improve skin tone, texture and hyperpigmentation.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate holds up to 200 times its weight in water helping the skin retain essential hydration.
  • Evening Primrose and Olive Oil deliver supple moisture.

Usage:

Use in the morning and at night.
Apply a small amount to wet hands. Rub together. Gently
massage on face and neck with circular motions. Rinse well.
Caution: Avoid contact with eyes. For external use only.

Eyebrow Waxing Special June 2019

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Eyebrow Waxing at The Aesthetic Studio at the Couri Center.  Now on Sale!

PURCHASE 6, GET 7TH FREE!  PURCHASE A PACKAGE OF 6-EYEBROW WAXES (RETAIL $120), RECEIVE 7TH BROW WAX FREE ($20 VALUE). LIMIT 2.  

SALE ENDS JUNE 30, 2019

Leslie Gilstrap, LE, has over 10-years experience in waxing and is a certified Cirépil professional.  The Couri Center proudly uses Cirépil depilatory wax, a low-temperature, hypoallergenic wax that may be used with or without strips.  Unlike traditional methods of waxing, Cirépil wax sticks to the hair rather than the skin, reducing the pain of waxing by 50%!  Cirépil wax encapsulates the hair, removing it from the root while leaving the skin undamaged.  When the integrity of the skin is uncompromised, there is reduced inflammation, redness and downtime for you!

What’s to love about Aesthetic Studio Cirépil waxing services?

  • Remarkable results and ultra smooth, soft skin
  • Less Painful: Cirépil adheres to the hair rather than the skin so you feel virtually no pain.
  • Less Redness: With Cirépil ingredients and our gentle hair removal technique, you have less inflammation and redness.
  • Fewer Ingrown Hairs: Cirépil wax remove all hair from its root, thus avoiding ingrown hairs.
  • Long Lasting: Results can last 2-4 weeks.  Up to 4-6 weeks with regular waxing.

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NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF30

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Sun Damage Prevention 100% Mineral Sunscreen SPF30

100% mineral sunscreen in a weightless, oil-free lotion absorbs instantly for sun and free radical protection with no heavy, white residue.

Key Ingredients

  • Pro-Niacin® to strengthen and nourish the skin barrier.
  • Pro-Niacin® is clinically shown to visibly improve skin tone, texture, dark spots, sun spots and discoloration.
  • With the mineral protection of Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide.
  • Vitamin E provides antioxidants to neutralize free radicals.
  • Alpha Bisabolol conditions and hydrates skin.
  • Active Ingredients:
    Titanium Dioxide 7.064%
    Zinc Oxide 14.00%

Usage

  • Apply liberally 15 minutes before sun exposure.
  • Reapply at least every 2 hours.
  • Non-water resistant product.
  • Use a water-resistant sunscreen if swimming, sweating or washing.
  • Sun Protection Measures. Spending time in the sun increases your risk of skin cancer and early skin aging. To decrease this risk, regularly use a sunscreen with a broad spectrum SPF 15 or higher and other sun protection measures, including:
  • Limit time in the sun, especially from 10 am – 2 pm.
  • Wear long-sleeve shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.
  • Children under 6 months of age: Ask a doctor.

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Break Up with Your Makeup By Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

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Ladies this will be the easiest break up of your life. Don’t believe me? Let me tell you why.  We go our lives thinking we have to cover up the things that make us, us.  Maybe you have fine lines, freckles, sun spots, or scars. We all have something that bothers us.  All of those things tell a story, your story and you have them for a reason. As I’ve gotten older and busier, I’ve learned to embrace my face and take better care of my skin. Wouldn’t you prefer to make your skin healthier and wear less makeup than try and cover up the real you?  Let’s dive into the makeup drawer and learn what to keep and what to toss.

All cosmetic products have a shelf life.  Here are some great guidelines:

  • Mascara/Liquid Liners: (Toss after 3 months) Mascara is the product that has the highest chance of spreading bacteria from eye to eye. If your mascara begins to dry out before the 90 days, do not add eye drops or water, toss it in the garbage.
  • Eye pencils: (Toss after 2 years) Sharpen your pencils or spray twist pencils with alcohol to keep clean.
  • Eye shadow: (Toss after 1-2 years) Keep lids closed tight and free of moisture.
  • Lipstick: (Toss after 2 years) Keeping the caps tight and spraying with alcohol will extend your lipstick life.
  • Lip Gloss: (Toss after 6 months) Always close tightly to keep airflow at a minimum.
  • Blushes/Powders: (Toss after 2 years) Keep lids closed tight and free of moisture.
  • Foundations/Concealers: (Toss after 12-18 months) Keep the lid tight. As with mascara, if your foundation begins to dry out do not add water.  Replace it with a new product.

Tips:

  • Always keep cosmetics and skincare in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight.
  • Always throw away cosmetics and skincare that have caused an infection or that you have used while you are ill.
  • Think of cosmetics and skincare as food.If it stinks or has a weird film- toss it out.
  • Write the date of purchase on your cosmetics and skincare.

Now that we have proper info on what to keep and for how long, let’s go back to the less is more thought.  Wearing too much makeup can actually make you look older than you are.  Some may be in the habit of hiding spots and blemishes, but what happens to the other areas of the face if you’re putting that much makeup all over.  That makeup will begin to crease in fine lines, laugh lines and around the nose. I don’t know about you, but I love to see peoples laugh lines.  The less makeup you wear, the better the skin will look.  Your natural glow will be able to shine through.

An easy skin care regimen that will aid in a less is more makeup routine:

Eye Cream:

Anyone over 20 should be using an eye cream. Prevent, Prevent, Prevent!  My favorite is NIA24 Eye Repair Complex.

Serum:

Depending on your skin type and goals will determine what serums you use. Serums are your treatment product, packed full of benefits.  Here are some favorites:

If your looking for more of an antioxidant treatment SkinCeuticals has three great serums to offer.

  • CE Ferulic and Phloretin CF are packed full of vitamin C, which brightens skin and protects it from free radical and environmental damage. The CE is beneficial for all skin types, and the CF is often more suitable for oily skin.
  • The Resveratrol BE is your night time antioxidant treatment. I love the feel and look of my skin after using this product.Resveratrol, vitamin E and baicalin help with radiance and firmness to the skin.

Moisturizer:

All skin types can benefit from a moisturizer. Even oily skin needs moisture.  There’s a difference between hydration and oil (sebum). NIA24 offers two incredible moisturizers:

SPF:

All day, every day, forever and always…the sun is the number one ager of skin, so please use your SPF regularly! I love mineral-based sunscreens, like our NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention SPF30, but everyone’s needs and preference is different.  If you would like to find out what’s best for your skin and lifestyle, schedule a complimentary consultation with me, I’m happy to help you with all your skincare concerns!

To healthy skin,

Leslie A. Gilstrap, Licensed Esthetician

NIA24 Intensive Recovery Complex

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Intensive Recovery Complex

This rich cream helps initiate skin’s own revitalizing abilities to promote recovery. Skin looks fuller and firmer by locking in multi-level moisture, while minimizing transepidermal water loss. Brighteners help to reduce the appearance of discolorations and restore radiance.

Intensive Recovery Complex Key Ingredients

  • Pro-Niacin® to strengthen and nourish the skin barrier.
  • Pro-Niacin® is clinically shown to visibly improve skin tone, texture, dark spots, sun spots and discoloration.
  • Sodium Hyaluronate penetrates and locks in moisture for enduring hydration and plumps skin.
  • Licorice Root Extract refines and brightens skin tone.
  • Peptide Complex and Ceramide 3 aid in smoothing lines and reducing transepidermal water loss while helping to restore skin’s barrier.

Usage

Application and Usage: Use in the morning and at night.

Apply a small amount on face and neck.

Caution: Avoid contact with eyes. For external use only.

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NIA24 Skin Strengthening Complex

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NIA24 Skin Strengthening Complex

Antioxidant-rich moisturizer fortifies and nourishes skin, improves elasticity and visibly reduces discoloration, fine lines and wrinkles.

Skin Strengthening Complex Key Ingredients

Pro-Niacin® to strengthen and nourish the skin barrier.

Pro-Niacin® is clinically shown to visibly improve skin tone, texture, dark spots, sun spots and discoloration.

Vitamin A helps to improve elasticity and skin texture.

Antioxidants Green Tea and Rosemary restore and protect skin from free radical attack.

Ceramides reinforce the skin barrier to maximize the moisture-holding capacity for smoother, firmer skin.

Evening Primrose and Wheat Germ Oils deliver moisture.

Peptide Complex visibly diminishes the look of deep set wrinkles and expression lines.

Usage

Application and Usage: Use in the morning and at night.

Apply a small amount on face and neck.

Caution: Avoid contact with eyes. For external use only.

Complimentary Consultation

Schedule your complimentary skin care consultation with our Licensed Esthetician at 692-6838 or click below:

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