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PRODUCT OBSESSION: INTRACEUTICALS ATOXELENE LINE WAND

I've been meaning to write about INTRACEUTICALS for a long time as I've been hearing more and more exciting things about them.  

This is a line of some seriously high-tech skin products: anti-aging, botanicals, clarifier's, etc... Intraceuticals is featured in many high profile spas, by leading plastic surgeons, dermatologists and cutting edge aestheticians around the world and also, many right here in town like the amazing Terri Lawton.

I went straight for the ATOXELENE LINE WAND as anything that has to do with lines, wrinkles, etc, in my friend. Here's a bit about it:

Atoxelene Line Wand contains a concentrated skin smoothing complex that targets expression lines and wrinkles without loss of facial expression. Smooths and visibly reduces fine lines and wrinkles without pain or injections in a portable, take anywhere applicator. Apply to affected areas around forehead, eyes and smile lines. Use twice daily. Optimum results achieved in 30 days.

With just one Atoxelene Infusion® your expression lines will visibly soften. For maximum benefits repeat infusions are recommended weekly for the first six weeks. Expression lines become smoother, firmer and visibly reduced, eye contour more defined and lips plumped. Maintain this positive change with an Atoxelene Infusion® every four to six weeks.

HOW THE INFUSION WORKS 
An Intraceuticals Atoxelene Infusion® harnesses three elements to achieve instant and dramatic results:

A. Oxygen under light pressure aids delivery of age defying actives to the deeper layers of the skin at the same time as cooling and calming the skin.

B. Unique Atoxelene Serum contains lightweight Hyaluronic Acid and a
powerful combination of Vitamins and antioxidants in addition to Argireline.
The Hyaluronic Acid helps to instantly hydrate the skin resulting in increased
firmness, reduced fine lines, and improved facial contours. Argireline provides the magic to specifically target expression lines and provide increased firmness, smoother fine lines and wrinkles.

C. Treatment Support Products provide essential layers to seal in and supplement skin nutrients for maximum synergistic effect and longer lasting results.

HYALURONIC LAYERING
The lightweight Hyaluronic Acid in the Atoxelene Serum is absorbed quickly by the skin for maximum dispersion of nutrients. Atoxelene Line Wand with multi-weight Hyaluronic Acid offers a concentrated formula that moisturizes the skin’s surface and can be repeated throughout the day to achieve the ultimate hydration for specific expression line areas. The Atoxelene range may also be used in conjunction with Rejuvenate and Opulence products.

I'm really loving my wand and think it's a perfect way to try out the line.

Purchase it right here! 

 
 
 

PRODUCT OBSESSION - GARTH FISHER'S CELL CEUTICALS BIOMEDICAL SKIN TREATMENTS

For those of you who have not heard of Garth Fisher, let's just say he's THE MAN of plastic surgery in Los Angeles.  Obviously, board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and infamous for being the first doc to helm "Extreme Makeover" but really, just a top notch surgeon, renowned for his fabulous boob work.  He's known as the go-to-guy for the most beautiful, natural boob jobs and lifts.  And let's not leave out the rest of the body too.  He's just a great surgeon and aesthetician.

So, when he came out with this SKIN TREATMENT  line I was intrigued.  I dove straight in for the whole SYSTEM - totally well priced, only $120 for the whole deal-e-o.  And I'm really, really into it!

Look, this stuff is very advanced.  You need to watch this VIDEO of him talking about it if you really want to dig into the science of it.  

I'm just simply finding it's doing an awesome job on my skin as I progress with my 30-day treatment.  I really trust Garth from, uh, let's just call it, first hand experience ;)...So, I'm pretty much down with whatever he's up to...

Take a look here and maybe treat yourself to the 30 DAY TEST......CellCeuticals Biomedical Skin Treatments    

Based upon his increasing recognition of the importance of proper skin nutrition and health, Dr. Fisher collaborated with well-respected industry leader Paul Scott Premo in 2006 to co-found "CellCeuticals® Skin Care, Inc", an international anti-aging skin care company. This company with exciting proprietary core technology was conceived with an obligation to develop effective and safe skin treatment products based upon valid scientific studies. To bring this vision to reality, a team of the country's leading scientists and researchers in the fields of tissue engineering, regenerative medicine and therapeutic peptides participated to create the popular and highly regarded "CellCeuticals® Biomedical Skin Treatments." For more information please visit the CellCeuticals® website.

 

BEST PRENATAL MASSAGES. Once again, MURAD SPA it is!

Back to the delicious MURAD INCLUSIVE HEALTH SPA it was this week. 

I'm looking for the best PRENATAL massages in town. After having had such a great facial here last week, this was naturally my first stop.

Good sign upon arrival:  THREE pregnant ladies in the spa waiting room, each in our yummy, cozy robes and all in different stages of pregnancy.  Me likes.

The even better sign was what a PRO my therapist was. Her name is FRANCINE RIVAS  (frivas@murad.com.)  ASK FOR HER!!

She possessed the trifecta of a good therapist: incredibly skilled with her movements, powerful intuitive hands and strokes, highly educated in all areas of massage, especially prenatal massage.   

The massage table was dreamy, with a foamy pregnancy cushion so I could lie on my tummy and be perfectly comfy. I cannot recommend Francine more.  

Call (310) 726-0470 
Hours:
Tue - Fri ... 9am - 7pm
Sat - Mon ... 9am - 6pm

or EMAIL MURAD HERE!

BEST PREGNANCY PRODUCTS PART #3: BIO OIL

This stuff is amazing!! I'm loving.  Especially the smell. It's majorly reknowned for it's scar and stretch mark preventing properties so I couldn't wait to dive in...Now, I'm slathering it on like it's Bain De Soliel and it's the 70's... in fact, I'm already out of my bottle!  PREGGO BODY NECTAR! 

BIO OIL

 

Bio-Oil® is a specialist skincare product that helps improve the appearance of scars, stretch marks and uneven skin tone. Its advanced formulation, which contains the breakthrough ingredient  PurCellin Oil™, also makes it highly effective for numerous other skin concerns, including aging skin and dehydrated skin.

Vitamin A 
Vitamin A has come under the spotlight as being potentially hazardous to the health of the foetus if ingested orally in very large quantities by the mother. Because it is extremely difficult for high concentrations of vitamin A to penetrate the body via the skin, topically applied vitamin A (and its derivatives) is of less concern. The level of vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate on the label) in Bio-Oil is far lower than that which could ever be harmful if applied topically.

Rosemary
In recent years there has been a great deal of publicity surrounding the safety of the excessive use of Rosemary oil during pregnancy. However, the Rosemary oil contained in Bio-Oil (Rosemarinus Officinalis on the label) is of little concern as it is extremely difficult for high concentrations of Rosemary to penetrate the body when topically applied. Therefore, the level of Rosemary in Bio-Oil is far lower than that which could ever be harmful.

Lavender, Calendula and Chamomile
Lavender, Calendula and Chamomile are also all considered safe for use throughout pregnancy.

Episiotomy scars 
An Episiotomy is a minor procedure used to ease a normal vaginal delivery; it involves a surgical incision in the perineum to enlarge the vaginal opening. Although Bio-Oil is extremely safe for use on the surface of the skin, we do not recommend that it be applied to any mucosal membranes. Bio-Oil contains a low level of fragrance and is therefore not considered 100% sterile. For this reason, we do not recommend that Bio-Oil be applied to episiotomy scars.

Perineal Massage
Perineal massage is the gentle stretching and massaging of the perineum (the skin between the anus and vagina) with the aim of reducing the incidence of episiotomy and perineal tears during childbirth. For the same reasons listed above, we would not recommend the use of Bio-Oil for perineal massage.

Use during breast feeding
It is completely safe to use Bio-Oil on the body while breast feeding, but it is not recommended for use on the nipples - although Bio-Oil is non-toxic, young babies are very sensitive and should not ingest even the smallest amount of Bio-Oil.

Use on babies
Although Bio-Oil was not developed for use on babies, it will not be harmful when using the product on the unbroken skin of infants over 2 years of age. However, the product must be applied with care, and should not be used near the eyes or mouth.TH

MURAD INCLUSIVE HEALTH SPA - AN OASIS!!

All I can say is, WOW, WHO KNEW?!!  There's a mecca people and it's simply a straight shot down LA Cienega and a quick hop on the 405 South.

And BOOM, there you are at the MURAD INCLUSIVE HEALTH SPA.

First of all the place is absolutely GORGEOUS, the treatment rooms and tables are divine. And oh, those blankets!  Why is it that some spas have such better bedding than any 5 star hotel?  Seriously, forget sending me home with products, just give me that comforter!

Their TREATMENT MENU  is delectable and the prices are very fair. And you really get your $$$ worth. The estheticians are top notch and of course Dr. Murad trained and approved.  And the products are Murad, so enough said in that department.  

I had the IP5 FACIAL, one of their signature facials, 75 minutes of pure bliss performed by the amazing SANDY JENKINS, an esthetcian for 14 years and it showed.  She was incredibly skilled and knowledgeable not to mention she gave a wicked massage of my shoulders, neck, arms and hands which were dipped in a delightful warm paraffin treatment and toasted up with heated mittens.  One of those situations where you're totally depressed when it ends. Make sure you get there early so you can enjoy the lovely changing room and poke around the shop which is stocked with lots of Murad and non-Murad goodies.   

The treatments I'm already thinking about for after baby is born are the ONESEN TREATMENTS -

A unique combination of clay mud masks - Deep-Sea Algae, Sedona and French Red, Dead Sea, and Chamomile - are liberally massaged onto the body. A blanket envelops you as the nutrients and antioxidants work on the skin to detoxify, hydrate and heal. Upon removal of the clays, soak away stress in a serene Japanese Onsen Tub. Your restoration is complete with a Murad Signature Massage.

I was sent home with some products I can't wait to implement into my routine: 

RENEWING CLEANSING CREAM

INTENSIVE RESURFACING PEEL WITH DURIAN CELL REFORM

   

INTENSIVE WRINKLE REDUCER

 ESSENTIAL C NIGHT MOISTURE

 PERFECTING DAY CREAM

HERE'S THE GREAT FACIAL I GOT.  ASK FOR SANDY!!  

IP⁵ Illuminating Peel

The most powerful spa treatment on our menu offers the benefits of Murad's most advanced anti-aging ingredients. IP5 Illuminating Peel features five high performance exfoliators and brighteners to rapidly resurface your skin while vital cell stimulating Immuno-Skin ComplexT helps "vaccinate" skin against age-related degradation. Includes an instant eye-lift rich in Hyaluronic microspheres that super-hydrate skin and plump deep wrinkles. This concentrated formula is proven to increase skin firmness by up to 75% in just 15 minutes! Skin will be enriched with natural antioxidants and anti-inflammatories blended with superior humectants in the Cooling Recovery Mask to hydrate, rebalance and protect aging skin. This exclusive professional treatment smoothes away lines and wrinkles, while renewing skin clarity, brightness and youthfulness.

65-minute: $175
50-minute: $140

I also hear they give an AMAZING pregnancy massage which I'm running to.  Any chance to get back to this delicious oasis!

2141 Rosecrans Ave
First Floor Courtyard

El Segundo, CA 90245

(888) 687-2352

www.muradspa.com

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