Don’t Get Flushed! It’s National Rosacea Awareness Month!
Which would you like first, the good news or the bad news? Let’s get the bad news out of the way. Unfortunately the cause of rosacea is unknown and there is no known cure. But the good news is that you can suppress the symptoms during a flare-up with the right procedures and products.
Depending on your skin and the severity of your rosacea, procedures such as IPL (Intense Pulsed Light) and red light treatments can help to strengthen capillaries. In addition to facial treatments, products such as Obagi Rosaclear and Guinot Red Logic are great for treating the symptoms of rosacea. Some treatments and products that treat rosacea may be acceptable expense items under your Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account.
April has been designated Rosacea Awareness Month by The National Rosacea Society (NRS) to emphasize the importance of seeking medical help for the skin ailment. Any of the following are a signal to make an appointment for a consultation with a Seasons aesthetician. Our aestheticians can make sure you are taking advantage of all of the procedures and products available to help your skin and insure that you aren’t doing anything to worsen the condition.
- Redness on the cheeks, nose, chin or forehead
- Small visible blood vessels on the face
- Bumps or pimples on the face
- Watery or irritated eyes
- Rosacea by the numbers. It is estimated that rosacea affects more than 14 million Americans.1 It occurs most commonly in adults age 30 to 60.2 And 30% to 40% of patients with rosacea have a close relative with the condition.3 It tends to occur more often in women but more severely in men.2
- Menopause is a red flag. Many menopausal women tend to think they have adult acne when they see red bumps and pimples. However, it is possible that it could be rosacea. In fact, hot flashes might cause the first appearance of rosacea, so visit a dermatologist for an accurate diagnosis.
- The sooner the better. People often delay treatment, thinking they have a temporary condition that will go away quickly, yet rosacea is reported to worsen with time—so the sooner treatment is started the better. If you have facial redness, acne-like pimples, flushing of the cheeks, nose, chin, and/or forehead, meet with your physician for a diagnosis and to discuss the prescription-based Rosaclear® System.
- Avoid the aggravation. Prevent future flare-ups by avoiding things that can trigger rosacea. It might be helpful to keep a journal because everyone has different triggers. The most common ones include sun exposure, vigorous exercise, caffeine, stress, spicy food, excessive sugar and sweets, and alcohol.
- Keep your chin up. According to a National Rosacea Society survey, nearly 70% of rosacea sufferers reported experiencing embarrassment and anxiety because of their condition. The Obagi Rosaclear System incorporates a therapeutic prescription component, as well as products that help calm your skin and minimize the visible redness and blotchiness associated with rosacea. Even better, it is a skin care regimen that is noncomedogenic, so it won’t clog your pores. This can make it easier for rosacea sufferers to face the world and it helps improve their quality of life.
Rosaclear System by Obagi
Obagi has developed clinically-proven products and systems primarily for common and visible skin conditions including: aging, photodamage, hyperpigmentation (melasma and freckles), acne, sun damage and rosacea. Obagi has been featured in numerous publications and received many accolades including being named ‘Best Skin Care System Sold in a Doctor’s Office’ by New Beauty Magazine.
The Rosaclear System is the first and only complete therapeutic system developed to treat signs and symptoms of rosacea and consists of the following Obagi products:
- Gentle Cleanser
- Metronidazole Topical Gel USP, 0.75%
- Hydrating Complexion Corrector
- Skin Balancing Sun Protection SPF 30
Guinot Red Logic Face Cream
Guinot’s Red Logic Face Cream has rich, melting textures that alleviate the symptoms of irritated and damaged skin by restoring comfort, regenerating and softening the skin, and soothing irritation.
Red Logic Face Cream features and benefits include:
- Softens, soothes, and nourishes the skin
- Conceals and minimizes blotchiness
- Lightens and evens the complexion
- Insulates skin against temperature changes
At Seasons – The Spa, our skin specialists are highly trained in treating the symptoms of Rosacea with advanced skin treatments and professional strength products. Call us today for a complimentary consultation and let us help you achieve a clear, calm, and more balanced-looking skin tone, (318) 255-115.
1 American Academy of Dermatology and the National Rosacea Society
2 www.medicinenet.com/rosacea/article.htm
3 www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/160281.php
Don’t Be A Stupid Cupid: 10 Outside The Box (Of Chocolates) Valentine’s Day Gifts
Valentine's Day is quickly approaching. Make her melt with a thoughtful gift from Seasons - The Spa!
OK guys…let’s flashback to Valentine’s Day 2011. It’s 5 p.m. and you are on your way home from work when you notice a vendor on the side of the road selling balloons and stuffed bears out of the back of his trunk. Shoot! She has been dropping hints all week but you have somehow forgotten to “do something special” for her. So you pull into the local Walgreen’s because surely they have something you could buy her for Valentine’s Day. Whew! You aren’t the only guy sifting through picked over cards and candy.
There aren’t many options but you think to yourself, “Hey, she will never know I bought this last minute plus she will LOVE this Sponge Bob card and tinfoil-covered chocolate rose.” You get home and present her with the drugstore treasures only to find out that she – in fact – could tell you put little thought into her gift and her face is getting that look right before she says “I’m fine” and starts vacuuming really fast. And, well…you remember how the rest of the night went!
Don’t be a stupid cupid! Give her a gift that we guarantee will knock her socks off (any other article of clothing is up to you)! Here are 10 Valentine’s Day gifts from Seasons – The Spa that will show her you are thinking outside of the box (of chocolates).
- The Dream Gift: Spa Membership. With the Spa Membership, she can pamper herself all year long with services like monthly massages, unlimited yoga classes, sauna sessions, and more! Starting at only $60 per month, we have 3 three unique membership plans to help her de-stress on a regular basis.
- The Romantic Gift: Couples Massage Class. Throw out the usual plans and join us on Valentine’s Day from 5-6:30 p.m. for a class in massage. Learn how to release tension in your partner’s arm, legs, hands and feet and use compression techniques on the torso. Only $35 per couple [$25 for Spa Members]. Class includes door prizes, hors d’oeuvres and wine from Portico Bar & Grill, and a goodie bag. Reservation required (We had to make your responsible for something).
- The Gift of Relaxation: Hot Stone Massage. Relax and enjoy a complete mind, body, and soul treatment with the benefits of a deep tissue massage without the deep pressure. This massage promotes healing and well-being on all levels by using hot stones. 60 minutes, $80.
- Gift For Him: Man’s Facial. This relaxing facial includes cleansing, exfoliation, aromatherapy, steam and extractions as well as special treatment for the beard area. 60 minutes, $65.
- The Beautiful Gift: Liftosome Facial. This firming, radiance-boosting treatment uses a thermal mask that shapes the facial features and diffuses energizing concentrates of Vitamin C and Ginseng. These active ingredients combine with a warming effect and fill the skin with new energy, restore its elasticity and regenerate new cells. 75 minutes, $95.
- The Perfect Gift: A Gift Card for Spa Services of her choice. She keeps saying she hates those crow’s feet around her eyes, but if you’re afraid a gift certificate for Botox might send you to the doghouse, then a gift card will be perfect! Available in any denomination and as always, wrapping is complimentary.
- The Favorite Gift: Clarisonic Pro, Mia, or Mia 2. Starting at only $119, Clarisonic’s innovative technology vibrates at 300 movements per second to clean, soften and smooth your skin. In just one minute, the micro-massage action brush head cleans better than traditional manual cleansing. Available in a variety of colors (Oh, No! Choices! Our friendly spa staff will help you pick the perfect Clarisonic!).
- The Gift of Peace and Quiet: Yoga Classes. Flexibility, strength, muscle tone, pain prevention, stress reduction, and improved breathing. Yoga provides all of these benefits and much more! 12 classes are only $100.
- The Hot Couples Gift: Sauna Sessions. Our Sunlighten infrared sauna has completely transformed the meaning of the word “sauna.” The state-of-the-art, no-steam sauna offers 7 times the effectiveness of a traditional sauna with added amenities including a DVD player. At no extra charge, book the sauna for you and your lovely lady. Starting at $15 per session.
- The Waterworks Gift: Prenatal Massage. This gift is guaranteed to make her cry the happy tears. Now, the hormones might have something to do with it, too, but we know she will love that you thought of her during this special time. The soothing essence of massage allows expectant mothers to feel serene, healthy, and comforted while helping to relieve common ailments of pregnancy. Packages start at $45 for 30 minutes.
The team at Seasons – The Spa is here to assist you in your journey to becoming the Smartest Cupid Ever. If you have any questions about how to attain this title, please give us a call! Seasons – The Spa at 318.255.1155. As always, wrapping is complimentary!
New Beauty Magazine Names Guinot’s Masque Hydra Sensitive “Top Product”
Guinot’s Masque Hydra Sensitive was recently named one of the “Top 100 Best Products of The Year” by New Beauty Magazine. Masque Hydra Sensitive relieves and calms your skin with an in-depth treatment that works instantly to help your skin boost its own natural defenses.
Guinot’s Masque Hydra Sensitive helps to:
- Soothe irritations.
- Reinforce the protection of the epidermis and the skins natural defenses.
- Visibly calm redness.
The Masque Hydra Sensitive’s formula includes activators that work on the surface to protect and reinforce sensitive skin. “With sensitive skin, you need to be extra gentle. And if you want gorgeous skin, you’ve got to baby it, and this product does both,” said Seasons Aesthetician Lisa Best. The natural ingredients in Masque Hydra Sensitive like Vitamin E restore, reinforce, and protect lipids from damage caused by free radicals. Chamomile extract and oak sooth irritations deep within your skin while Centellas asiatica extract help revitalize it.
Say goodbye to redness! Sensitive skin is vulnerable and needs extra protection from brutal environmental elements such as temperature variations and pollution. This sensitivity can manifest in the appearance of redness, friction or an itching sensation. “After using Masque Hydra Sensitive, the skin’s natural barrier of defense is reinforced and redness is visibly reduced, leaving the skin feeling comfortable, soothed and moisturized,” said Best.
“At Seasons – The Spa, we use Masque Hydra Sensitive in many of our treatments. Our clients love the way their skin looks and feels,” said Best. Want more good news? This product is also available for purchase at Seasons – The Spa so you can enjoy beautiful skin any time. For an at-home treatment once or twice a week, apply a thick layer to clean face and neck. Leave on for 10 minutes. Remove with water and apply toner.
For more information about spa treatments featuring Guinot’s Masque Hydra Sensitive or to purchase Masque Hydra Sensitive, contact our Spa Concierge at (318)255-1155.
American Spa Magazine Features the Aromatic Facial
Guinot’s Aromatic Facial is featured in the October 2011 issue of American Spa Magazine. The Aromatic Facial offered at Seasons – The Spa is an all natural facial using essential oils and plant extracts. Great even during pregnancy, this “green facial” provides the “glow” without the chemicals that your body doesn’t need during this important time.
The treatment takes relaxation to a new level with the use of gentle effleurage movements and one of five Aromatic Essential Oils-Balance, Energy, Nourishing, Serenity, and Vitality-that is chosen based on the client’s particular skin type. A pressure-point massage ensures that the skin absorbs the rich plant actives, which help to hydrate, balance, and energize the skin. A custom-blended peel-offmask, also rich with plant concentrates, helps calm the skin and leave it glowing.
For more information about the Aromatic Facial, contact our Spa Concierge at 318.255.1155.
Say Goodbye to Acne with the Acne 12-Week Intensive from Seasons
Want clear skin without harmful medication?
At Seasons, it is our goal to help you look and feel your best – as naturally as possible! The latest in our lineup of services, the Acne 12-Week Intensive, is a highly-specific treatment based on the type of lesions and the severity of the acne.
The Acne 12-Week Intensive includes includes:
- A consultation with our Seasons Skin Care Specialist
- An individualized acne treatment plan Complexion Analysis using VISIA
- A series of 12 LED Light Treatments and/or Skin Rejuvenation Treatments using IPL
- Deep-pore cleansing and exfoliating treatments
- 30 days of skin care products specially formulated for acne-prone skin
- The Acne 12-Week Intensive take-home packet including a specialized morning and evening regimen
- Complimentary maintenance and extractions as needed during treatment
- A 10% discount on acne skin care products during treatment
The Acne 12-Week Intensive Package, an $850 value, is offered at just $650. There’s no better way to stop acne dead in its tracks! Beautiful skin CAN be yours.
The Gift of Beautiful Skin: December Obagi Event
From December 1st – December 14th, when you purchase Obagi products totaling $350 or more (pre-tax) from Seasons – The Spa, you are eligible to receive a $50 Visa Prepaid Card!
At Seasons – The Spa, we carry a wide variety of quality skin care products to meet the needs of your unique skin type. Because we want you to have the best possible results, all of our products are hand selected by Dr. Goodyear and our skincare specialists. Our staff has chosen Obagi as the leading skincare line for damaged skin.
Obagi has developed clinically-proven products and systems primarily for common and visible skin conditions including: aging, photodamage, hyperpigmentation (melasma and freckles), acne, sun damage and rosacea. Obagi has been featured in numerous publications and received many accolades including being named ‘Best Skin Care System Sold in a Doctor’s Office’ by New Beauty Magazine.
This is the perfect opportunity to see what Obagi can do for your skin. Visit us during our Obagi Event and give yourself the gift of beautiful skin!
Here’s how to receive your $50 Visa Prepaid Card:
- Purchase $350 or more of Obagi products from your skin care specialist between December 1 and December 14
- Request an itemized receipt for your purchase
- Visit www.obagi.com/healthyskinrewards to complete a short redemption form
- Print and mail the completed redemption form, along with your original receipt, to the address on the form
- Obagi will mail your $50 Obagi Visa Prepaid Card directly to you within 4 to 6 weeks
Call today to schedule a complimentary consultation with our skincare specialists. Seasons – The Spa 318-255-1155.
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Ask An Aesthetician: Q&A with Lisa Best
Lisa Best, Licensed Aesthetician
She’s no johnny-come-lately. Lisa has been in the beauty business since 198…well you get the idea. She knows a thing or two about helping you look your best. Lisa is certified in many different skin procedures including: Microdermabrasion, Intense Pulsed Light, LED treatments and much more. She has extensive knowledge about the skin through practice and advanced education both in the U.S. and abroad.
You’ve asked, and we’ve listened. Seasons Aesthetician, Lisa Best, is here to answer some common questions you have about your skin! If you would like to see your skincare questions answered on our blog, email: office@seasonswc.com with the subject line: Ask An Aesthetician.
Q: Some people think freckles are “cute” but I don’t. Is it possible to get rid of my freckles?
A: Freckles are cute but if you want to get rid of them, I can help. Freckles are dark spots of melanin that occur on people who are pale or fair-skinned. To fade freckles, we suggest having a photofacial and using a lightening product with hydroquinone (like Obagi Clear). Photofacials make your skin more youthful by making freckles less noticeable. Photofacials use thermal energy and light to promote collagen production in the skin dermis. The freckle absorbs the wavelength and the pigment is broken apart. The fragmented pieces are absorbed into the body. There’s barely a trace of the original freckle. For best results, we recommend having a series of photofacials, use Obagi NuDerm Clear and use a broad spectrum SPF daily.
Q: My skin is starting to show signs of laxity/sagging, is there a facial that will help?
A: Yes! The Hydradermie Lift. The Hydradermie Lift uses muscle stimulation to tighten your muscles. Its like an exercise for your face! But just like exercise, you can’t be do it once and expect to get the best results. For best results it should be done in a series – usually 4-6 treatments once a week and then once every 2-3 months for maintenance.
Q: I have age spots on my hand and chest! Is there anything I can do to get rid of them?
A: Photofacial treatments (IPL) on the hands and chest work great for fading age spots. The IPL treatments may take a few treatments before noticing a major difference, but eventually the spots will fade. You will need to wear sunscreen everyday or they will come back!
Q: Facials, facials, facials. How will I ever choose? Is it ok to tell my Aesthetician that I would like something in particular?
It is absolutely ok for you to tell the Aesthetician that you would like something in particular. To help you choose, decide if you want a more relaxing facial, corrective facial or a little of both. If you aren’t a seasoned spa-goer and still aren’t sure, we are here to help. At Seasons, we provide clients with complementary consultations and we use a VISIA skin analysis machine to take pictures of your skin. The VISIA gives us a detailed picture of your skin and shows skin damage, texture, wrinkles, giving us a good idea of where we need to start on your skin care regimen.
Q: I wash my face every morning and every night but I still have blackheads. What should I do?
A: We are all plagued by those pesky blackheads. Blackheads are created by a build-up of excess oil in the pores. When this oil is exposed to oxygen, it turns a dark color. To get rid of them, try a product that has Benzoyl Peroxide 5%. Apply a thin layer of the benzoyl peroxide to the blackheads and allow it to dry. Repeat this process at night before bedtime, and your blackheads should disappear. At Seasons – The Spa, we have lots of great products and facials to help with blackheads.
Q: I am starting to get wrinkles! Is there anything I can do to prevent wrinkles without getting Botox injections?
A: You have probably heard about the Clarisonic Pro but what about their newest gem, the Opal? The Clarisonic Opal uses sonicare waves penetrating serum deep into the skin resulting in a smooth appearance. I would also suggest using Retin A every night. Retin A increases collagen production and helps prevent the signs of aging (consult a skin care specialist or physician before using Retin A). Obagi products are also great for transforming your skin and reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Q: I have Rosacea. Can it be cured? If not, is there something I can do to suppress the symptoms?
A: Unfortunately there is no cure. But you can suppress the symptoms during a flare up. Depending on your skin and the severity, we would try procedures such as IPL and red light treatments to help strengthen capillaries. Products such as Obagi Rosaclear and Guinot Red Logic are also really good for clients with Rosacea. Make an appointment for a consultation with your Aesthetician to make sure you are taking advantage of all of the great procedures and products for your skin – and aren’t doing something that could make it worse.
Oprah’s “O Magazine” Features Guinot’s Huile Satinée
October 2011 issue of ''O Magazine''
In the October 2011 issue of Oprah’s O Magazine, Guinot’s Huile Satinée (Satin Body Oil) is named one of their “favorite skin softeners.” This spray body oil improves the texture, strength, and vitality of dull, dry skin.
Haile Satinée “softens and repairs skin with silk extracts, fatty acids, and vitamin E” said O Magazine. The non-greasy, ultra-fine mist is quickly and effortlessly absorbed leaving your skin soft and super moisturized. The writers for O agree and give Guinot extra kudos because not only does the formula absorb quickly but it “doesn’t leave skin looking slick.”
“Huile Satinée is especially great for nourishing the areas of the body that tend to get really dry like the elbows and knees,” said Seasons Aesthetician, Lisa Best. “Regularly using a body oil will make the skin look younger and reinforce its elasticity.”
Key ingredients include silk extracts, grape seed oil, evening primrose oil, apricot kernel oil, grapefruit, lemon, and sweet orange essential oils. Huile Satinée delivers instant comfort while providing the skin with antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Seasons – The Spa is proud to carry the full line of Guinot skin and body products including Huile Satinée. Stop by to shop or sample all of our Guinot products. Consultations with our Skin Care Specialists are always complimentary and available by appointment only. Seasons – The Spa is located in Ruston, LA. Please contact us at (318)255-1155.
‘C’ Your Way To Better Skin With Obagi
Get healthy, revitalized skin from cell to surface with the Obagi-C Rx skin care system. The Obagi-C Rx system offers the benefits of both prescription-strength 4% hydroquinone and Vitamin C along with a cleanser, sunscreen, and moisturizers for a complete skin care regimen. Prescription-strength 4% hydroquinone reduces the appearance of hyper-pigmentation and age spots and Vitamin C is the only topical antioxidant proven to stimulate collagen production and protect against future skin damage.
Obagi-C Rx is ideal if you have:
- Minimal fine lines
- Minimal unevenness of skin tone
- Mild hyperpigmentation and minimal age spots
- Intolerance to, or are not ready for, more aggressive anti-aging regimens
- Dry, normal, oily, or even sensitive skin
“I have been using this for about a month and already my spots have faded and my complexion is clear!” said Carla Mendez of h monthly magazine (see article above). Seasons client and makeover contest winner, Tiffany Spillers used the Obagi-C Rx System in hopes of transforming her skin. “I will never use anything else,” said Tiffany. “My skin is so soft and clear, and I love adding the sunscreen as part of my daily routine.” The before and after photos below show how The Obagi-C Rx System improved the appearance of hyperpigmentation (brown spots) and restored balance and clarity in just 6 weeks. For more testimonials and C Rx success stories, visit Obagi’s website.
Photo courtesy of obagi.com
Obagi Named Best Twice by New Beauty
New Beauty Magazine, Winter 2011
In the Winter 2011 issue of New Beauty Magazine, Obagi was acknowledged for their dedication to excellence with two prestigious beauty awards. New Beauty’s First Annual Beauty Choice Awards named Obagi skin-care the ’Best Skin Care System Sold in a Doctor’s Office’ and Obagi’s Clear, ‘Best Over-All Dark Spot Eraser’. New Beauty Magazine is a leading beauty publication that prides themselves on being visually stunning, ethically balanced and scientifically accurate. The Annual Beauty Choice Awards are given by a “panel of diverse and rich in accomplished talent, ranging from Beverly Hills plastic surgeons to Hollywood specialists” [prlog.com].
‘Best Skin Care System Sold in a Doctor’s Office’
Why it won: “The time tested line melds the most powerful skin-care ingredients in an easy-to-follow numbered system for dramatic results” [New Beauty Magazine, Winter 2011]. Obagi skin-care systems and products contain prescription-strength formulas and are available only through physicians. In the article, Nashville Dermatologist, Micheal Gold, says ”This is a great line that’s been around for a long time. The brand continues to reinvent itself and utilizes clinical studies from dermatologists to show its benefits.” A New Beauty Editor gushes that ”This supercharged skin-care line works over time to really deliver dramatic results!” .
‘Best Over-all Dark Spot Eraser’ [Obagi Nu Derm Clear]
Why it won: “Clear gets rid of stubborn dark spots while fighting the signs of aging” [New Beauty Magazine, Winter 2011]. A New Beauty Editor says that “Active ingredients in a strong concentration tackle common discoloration problems, to achieve perfect, evenly tones skin.” The Nu Derm skin-care system boasts a number of great products including Gentle Cleanser, Toner, Clear, Exfoderm, Healthy Skin Protection SPF 35, and Blender. Tretinoin and Sunfader products are also available upon the recommendation of a physician or skin care specialist.
Seasons is proud to carry the full line of Obagi products. Start your skin transformation today with a complimentary consultation and find out why Obagi is the best skin care system! Seasons – The Spa 318.255.1155.
