LNE & Spa June 2024

LNE & Spa—the magazine for skin care and spa professionals June 2024

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The Summer season is upon us, and it’s time to sizzle! We feature the best waxing and sculpting products on the market so your clients can turn up the heat.

This month, as everyone starts heading to the beach, we highlight the newest advancements in cellulite treatment. You’ll also discover the secrets to eyebrow perfection. Plus, an expert shares her best skincare advice to fight the aging effects of menopause.

Registration is now open for ICES Long Beach 2024, August 18 and 19! Secure your all-inclusive admission today to save on access to our premier skincare event. You don’t want to miss the industry’s very best opportunities for education and connection!

Sincerely,

Contributors

• Kimberly Bobson Feldman

• Lauren Cruz

• Dr. Lisa Kotas

KIMBERLY BOBSON FELDMAN Managing Editor kimberly@lneonline.com

Slim Down & Shape Up

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Sundara Inn & Spa

by Kimberly Bobson Feldman

Opened: 2003

Philosophy: Sundara Inn & Spa’s mission is wellness and service in all they do. They provide a sanctuary from stress, a healing touch, a kind word, and a place to reconnect. By setting an example of love and respect for the earth, the joy of wellness in life is embraced.

Services:

A full range of facials, massage therapies, bath and body treatments, nail services, and energy therapies, plus special offerings for mothers-to-be.

Signature Treatment:

In the 60-minute Cryo/HydraFacial Combo, hydradermabrasion is paired with Cryo T-Shock technology for a facial that leaves skin feeling firmer, smoother, and brighter. Combining HydraFacial

and Cryo T-Shock technologies gives the benefits of hydradermabrasion and antioxidant infusion, plus the benefits of Cryo T-Shock to plump, firm, and stimulate collagen with no downtime and fast results.

Key Features:

The Wellsystem Wave, a dry, hydro-jet massage system to relax the muscles. It includes invigorating chroma, aroma, sound therapy and soothing meditation routines to guide the wellness journey. The Salt Treatment Room is Sundara’s version of a salt microclimate, where salt crystals coat the floor and salt tiles line the walls. Guests enjoy deep relaxation seated in comfortable lounge chairs as a halo therapy generator adds to the curative feel of the environment by releasing microscopic salt particles into the air.

Going Green & Giving Back:

Set on an 80-acre pine forest, Sundara cherishes the natural world and is always looking for ways to leave a lighter footprint. A seed member of the Green Spa Network, an organization that promotes the natural connection between personal well-being, economic sustainability, and the health of the planet, Sundara also participates in the Global Soap Project, providing discarded soap to be processed into new soap bars for vulnerable populations around the world.

Rundown:

Sundara Inn & Spa, 920 Canyon Road, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin 53965 888.735.8181, sundaraspa.com

Unveiling the Secrets of Perfect Eyebrows

A professional’s guide to shaping + styling

By Lauren Cruz

In the world of beauty, eyebrows hold incredible power – they can transform a face, boost confidence, and make a statement. For us skincare and spa professionals, getting eyebrow shaping and correction just right is an art form. Let's dive into some tried-and-true techniques and tips to help you work your magic and leave your clients feeling fabulous.

The Power of Personalized Consultation

A thorough consultation is your secret weapon. Dive deep into your client's preferences, lifestyle, and desired look to craft eyebrows that truly reflect who they are. Ask as many questions as you feel you need to ask to cover all of your bases. A good place that I always tell my students to start with their client is “tell me a little about your brows.” Chat with your client about their preferences and maintenance routine to ensure they walk away with brows that feel uniquely theirs and that they feel confident they can maintain.

Crafting the Perfect Shape

Map out or envision the ideal shape for your client prior to beginning the service. Whether you prefer threading, waxing, or tweezing, eyebrow shaping is more about knowing which hairs you need to leave versus hair removal. The goal is always symmetrical, balanced brows.

Getting to Know Your Canvas

Analyze your client's facial features, considering their face shape, eyebrow density, and natural arch. This personalized approach sets the stage for creating flattering brows for each individual client.

Fixing Flaws and Adding Flair

For clients with sparse or unruly brows, use grooming gels, pomades, highlighter, and even tinting or laminating to enhance fullness and tame wild hairs. Styling the brows also takes your eyebrow service to the next level, adding a nice finish to the brows you’ve created. (the same way hair stylists style their clients’ hair after a service)

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Consistency Is Key

Educate your client on the importance of consistent appointments. Clients should return every two to three weeks so that we can maintain the shape we’ve created and continue the process of their brow correction. When clients wait too long to come in for an appointment and there is a lot of regrowth, it’s impossible for us to perfectly replicate the brows they left with at their last appointment. Making sure they understand that all brow artists do things a little bit differently is important as well if they want to successfully continue the process of their brow correction.

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Never Stop Learning

Stay ahead of the curve with the latest trends and techniques through classes, workshops, and practice.

In conclusion, perfecting eyebrow shaping and correction is about making people feel confident and beautiful. By taking a personalized approach, conducting thorough consultations, and staying up to date with the latest techniques, you'll leave your clients feeling like a million bucks.

Lauren Cruz isn’t just an eyebrow expert, she's a magician with tweezers. With years of experience in the beauty industry, Lauren's passion for perfect brows led her to create Lauren Cruz Brows. It's a labor of love, designed to help professionals like you elevate your eyebrow game.

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Hot Products

Charcoal and Black Seed Clarifying Oil

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Beauty Bulletin Board

Industry News

Alexandria Professional LLC & Sugarwaxed Pte. Ltd.

Announce Partnership to Transform Southeast Asia's Body Sugaring Industry

Alexandria Professional LLC, the leading brand specializing in professional body sugaring, has partnered with Sugarwaxed Pte. Ltd., a trailblazer in the beauty industry. This collaboration aims to launch Professional Sugaring Academies and distribute premium products across Southeast Asia.

The partnership focuses on establishing Alexandria Professional Academies to enhance beauty professionals' skills in the region. These academies will offer comprehensive training programs to set new standards in the sugaring industry. The academies will also offer basic courses through

Nature’s Sugar by The House of Smooth, LLC, for those seeking essential skills quickly. Graduates will receive globally recognized accreditation, positioning them as leaders in professional sugaring.

Singapore will host the headquarters of Alexandria Professional Academy, with additional academies in the Philippines, Indonesia, and Malaysia to ensure regional accessibility. This strategic move aims to quickly increase the number of skilled sugaring practitioners in Southeast Asia.

Beauty Bulletin Board

Up & Comers

The beauty world is buzzing over these truly innovative brands and products! Here’s a peek at some newcomers who will be joining us at ICES Long Beach 2024:

Olecea Beaute

Olecea Beaute Pearl + Charcoal Mask is a revolutionary blend of finely milled natural pearl powder, organic charcoal powder, and organic green coffee extract. Harnessing the power of the heating matrix, this innovative mask gently warms up to detoxify skin, leaving it feeling refreshed, balanced, and radiant.

Kaia Skin

Kaia Skin C-Glow Oil keeps skin balanced, nourished, and glowing. Formulated with an herbal and botanical oil blend, this fast-absorbing oil strengthens the skin barrier to improve tone, elasticity, and its natural defense mechanisms against blemish-causing bacteria.

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Up & Comers

Sensocell

Sensocell’s Intensive Renewal Essence unlocks the secret to youthful radiance with the extracellular matrix (ECM), empowering cells to embrace a younger vitality. The transformative power of ECM enhances the effectiveness of various treatments such as microneedling, radiofrequency and laser therapy. sensocellmd.com

Laboratoires Mansard

Laboratoires Mansard is an authentic, respectful skincare line that maximizes the concentration of pure plant active ingredients. Drawing on high-quality components to guarantee cutting-edge products, results are amplified by the bioavailability and freshness of active ingredients thanks to the cold extraction of plants. mansard.com

Beauty Bulletin Board Educational Opportunities

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It’s time to celebrate! Showing your clients you care about their milestones can go a long way for your relationship build ing and referral efforts.

One way to start is offering clients a small discount on any treatments they are getting for their birthday.

You can even take it a step further with a group discount if they bring friends along for some celebratory pampering!

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TREATING CELLULITE

Exploring the latest options and benefits

By Dr. Lisa Kotas

Cellulite is not just an issue for menopausal women or individuals of a particular weight. According to the National Institutes of Health, it’s a skin condition that actually affects 90 percent of women and 10 percent of men - but as an aesthetic provider, you can help. There are many treatment options available, but for any treatment, you have to choose the right candidates. Look for dimpled or irregularly contoured appearance of the skin on the thighs, stomach, and buttocks.

Treating Cellulite

As with any elective procedure, clients with chronic illnesses and use of anticoagulants (blood thinners) or chemotherapy should avoid treatment.

As collagen production is an important component with all of these treatments, as we get older our bodies have a lesser response to these treatments because one’s ability to produce collagen and mount an inflammatory response goes down. In that case, the esthetician needs to counsel older clients to go in with a mindset that it may or may not work the way they want it to. Or, it may work but more treatments may be required. We can’t beat the biology of poor collagen production.

What are the preferred treatment options?

Cellulite is created by the complex way different tissues in the body interact with each other. Fibrotic collagen bands tether the skin to underlying structures creating dimples. Fat cells surround and push against these bands making the dimples more prominent. Lax skin serves to further exaggerate the appearance by falling into the dimpling. Available treatments try to target these tissues in different ways.

Non-invasive treatments

Microwave treatments address all of these contributors. By reaching high temperatures in the subcutaneous layer, it dissolves the bands, destroys

the fat cells, and stimulates collage in the dermis for better skin integrity. Because of their unique interaction with tissue, the treatments are more comfortable than most. Radio frequency devices reach the subcutaneous layer, but heat from the outside in. Therefore, their main mechanism of action is stimulating collagen production in the skin and hiding underlying pathology.

Ultrasound treatments work primarily within the dermis, again stimulating the production of collagen.

Invasive treatments

Subcision involves using a sharp instrument to cut the collagen bands just under the skin

Injectables include the biostimulators poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) and calcium hydroxyapatite to stimulate collagen production in the skin and mask the underlying cellulite.

Many people incorretly think that Cryolipolysis is a treatment for cellulite. While using cold temperatures does break down fat cells, it has little to no effect on the dimpling of cellulite.

Managing expectations and results Managing expectations of body treatments can be the most difficult part. It is important to talk with your client and be clear about anticipated out-

comes. Don’t overpromise. Be careful about treating people with unrealistic expectations or body dysmorphia. Additionally, as weight loss medications gain popularity, cellulite and body contouring procedures can be of great benefit. I would caution clients against spending money on these treatments until they’ve completed at least 75 percent of their weight loss goal.

Maintaining a healthy lifestyle will be your client’s best bet to protect their treatment results, but cellulite is a progressive condition that worsens with age, so likely a maintenance program with supplemental treatments every six months to a year will also be beneficial.

Whatever cellulite treatment regimen you decide to offer, you’re helping make your clients more confident and comfortable in their own skin.

Lisa K. Kotas, MD, is medical aesthetics consultant who provides support for aesthetics providers, support for clinical outcomes, and a deep understanding of patient care. She received her medical degree from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and has been in practice for more than 20 years.

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An Esty’s First Year Journey

This month, Sofia gives us the lowdown on her latest business venture.

1. Can you share a bit about your latest venture with us?

Yes, the mobile spa space is finally in the works! The camper had been in temporary use but now that we have it back, we’ve begun renovations. Right now, we are just tearing out unnecessary tables and wood to create a more open space. Once that’s complete, we’ll come up with design plans to set in motion. Then, of course, is the whole process of registering the business and camper!

2. How did you come up with the idea for a mobile business?

The idea for the mobile spa space actually came from my mom. Originally, I wanted to transform the shed in my backyard into a suite but I would’ve had to add a bathroom and that would’ve meant so many additional costs. The camper came with all the amenities and we have the option of traveling to those who can’t make it to us!

3. Why do you think mobile beauty services are a good option for today's clientele?

I think it’s a good option for those who maybe work from home or are full time parents. For example, if someone who works remotely wants to squeeze in a wax but they only have an hour lunch before they have to log back in, that’s not enough time to travel back and forth. This way, we can go to them! It just offers more flexibility for those who are stuck at work or home.

4. What mobile services do you plan to offer?

We plan to offer a full-service menu for estheticians. Waxing, makeup, facials, microdermabrasion, you name it! Maybe, if we have space and time, we could hire a nail tech as well!

I initially wanted to convert the back- yard shed into a suite, but adding a bathroom would have been too costly. The camper al- ready has all the ameni- ties, plus it allows us to travel to those who can't visit us!

5. What are the benefits to offering services on the go?

Offering services on the go allows people more flexibility and therefore they are more relaxed. They don’t feel as stressed as they would trying to make it to the spa. It also just provides more privacy. Some spa suites in salons tend to be noisy and there may be multiple people receiving services at once, but the camper is just one on one, offering more comfort and privacy to the client.

6. As you get your mobile business going, do you have a plan for growth?

As the mobile business is in the works, I plan on working it full time until my nursing clinicals. By then, my mom would most likely be working the hours that I would. The hope is to a build a clientele big enough to open an actual spa space but, in all honesty, I haven’t thought that far ahead because I don’t know where nursing might take me. My ultimate goal is to own a dermatology practice that offers esthetician services as well!

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Waxing & Sculpting Wonders

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Relax & Wax Clean Sweep

A non-sudsing cleanser containing a truly unique combination of moisturizing and antimicrobial properties that dissolve oils while calming the skin with a soothing, cooling effect that reduces redness, itching, and irritation and increases moisture.

relaxnwax.com

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2. Alexandria Professional Strip Sugar® Waxing

Relax & Wax Get The Bump Outta Here An ingrown hair treatment that helps treat and prevent ingrowns, wax/razor rash, skin irritation, and bumps associated with hair removal. relaxnwax.com

Providing all the safety benefits of professional body sugaring, this waxing system is bacteria-free, mess-free, and eliminates all cross-contamination issues associated with conventional waxing. alexandriaprofessional.com Ezee Cosmetics

Ezee NoBurn Post Wax Gel

4. This unique professional gel, formulated with Aloe Vera, will help calm and soothethe skin from any discomfort caused by any hair removal method like waxing, shaving, or threading. ezeecosmetics.com

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Ezee Turmerika Body Scrub

This total face and body wash will keep skin smooth, clear, and free from any hair removal discomfort. ezeecosmetics.com

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Immediate calming relief after hair removal comes with this alcohol-free hydrating moisturizer to treat ingrown hairs for the face, body, and intimate areas.

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PFB Vanish PFB + Chromabright 6. Immediate calming relief after hair removal comes with this alcoholfree hydrating moisturizer to treat ingrown hairs for the face, body, and intimate areas.

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. A skincare grade post-waxing solution to soothe even your most sensitive clients while providing protection from ingrowns. browfoxbeauty.com

Caronlab / CBON PRO HD Hard Wax Beads

1. Pure, simple, powerful and made from the purest ingredients. This color and fragrance-free smooth glide formula cleanly removes hair with ease. caronlab.com

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Ke Kō Botanicals Dakine (Medium) Sugar Hair Removal Paste

From brows to brazilians to toes, our most versatile hair removal paste that's sure to stand up to the sizzle of summer. kekobotanicals.com

Caronlab / CBON Caronlab Aquagel Specifically created for sugaring professionals, this all-natural product is designed to be a low temperature paste and easy to control. caronlab.com Get that summer-ready sizzle with

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nudesse 9 oz Replacement Heater 5. nufree-professionals.com

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Get that summer-ready sizzle with these

G.M. COLLIN Essential Infusion Dry Oil

Infusion-enriched with phytolipids provides intense and comforting lipid replenishment for the driest skin. Intensely nourishes and protects the skin’s moisture barrier, leaving skin feeling more supple and visibly smoother. gmcollin.com

5. Hale Cosmeceuticals Body Scultping Moisturizer

6. Scientifically formulated to help restore skin elasticity and reduce the appearance of cellulite, the defatting and dehydrating actives help reduce the size of the fat deposits for an improved cellulite appearance. halecosmeceuticals.com

Kō Botanicals Aloha Serum

3. This serum brings the calm and dampens redness to reveal smooth, glowing skin. kekobotanicals.com

Nature pure Self-Heating Contouring Cream

4. Designed to minimize the appearance of cellulite and smooth, tone, and firm sagging skin, naturepure.com

Brow Fox Beauty Bikini Balm

7. This bikini balm keeps the skin supple to help the new growth come through. Say "NO" to ingrowns for your clients! browfoxbeauty.com

Esthetician Spotlight

Gabe Lousada

What is your business called and where are you located?

I have my own business, Shimmer & Shine, which is a mobile business for makeup and hair based in Miami. I also work at a spa located in South Miami, Cici Skincare, where I perform esthetic services such as custom facials, peels, and the list goes on and on. My esthetician room is my safe place, super cozy and welcoming to make anyone feel at home.

Can you give a little information about your background as an esthetician?

My esthetician journey started when I was 19, in 2019, and had no idea about skincare. I started breaking out really badly, which only got worse until I decided to start researching and trying to understand why I was breaking out. Once I realized I needed help, I immediately went to a dermatologist and an esthetician who helped me with the right tools. I then was able to clear my skin out and fell in love with it.

I started researching on my own about skin, ingredients, formulation, etc. At the time, I was office manager for a construction company and suddenly quit my job to pursue my esthetician career. I went to college in Jacksonville, Florida to get my license and started working at a MedSpa.

I did all the continuing education available on The Esthetics Academy and after feeling confident with my progress, I moved to Miami in 2023 to really grow in the industry. I’m confident in saying it was the best decision I ever made!

Our Marketing Director absolutely raves about the "Glass Skin" facial!

What inspired you to become an esthetician?

My own struggle with acne led me to want to take care of my skin and after I was able to clear it up, I realized how important that was for me and how I

would love to do that for others and bring back their confidence. Not only that, but there’s nothing that makes me happier than helping someone achieve their skin goals and feel great about themselves!

What is the core beauty philosophy that you stand by?

The best makeup is a beautiful and glowing skin! As a makeup artist, I know the importance of makeup and how it brings confidence to those who wear it, but once you realize that your skin is the canvas and you take care of it, you have more freedom to enhance your beauty with makeup, but not depend on it!

What is your favorite treatment?

It is so hard to pick one single treatment because I believe different treatments complement each other, but a good, glowing facial with dermaplaning is essential.

What brands do you use and why?

I use a few brands that I love. I fell in love with Herbal Skin Solutions before I even started using the products. I love the holistic side of it and the message that they carry touches my heart. We know how important it is to give back to the planet and the formulation is fabulous in these amazing products.

I also love Valmont, which is very rich and active. Last but not least, Circadia by Dr. Pugliese also carries amazing formulas.

What is your secret to beautiful skin?

Constant work and religious care! Our body is a high-end machine and needs constant care. Monthly facials on their own won’t save your life, you need constant home care. That’s why it is extremely important to a good esthetician who is not only sharing knowledge with their clients, but also recommending great custom home care.

What are your favorite tools to use in the treatment room and why?

Combining different modalities and tools is essential in the beauty industry to enhance results. My favorite tools are definitely a great, professional grade LED panel, micro-current, and recently, the Hydrafacial machine.

What is your favorite part about working for your company?

Freedom! Managing my own schedule is my favorite part. Being able to balance work and self-care is a must for me. I work hard but I also relax and create hard.

Skincare for Menopause

An interview with esthetician Viviane Aires

By Kimberly Bobson Feldman

1. What are the effects of menopause on the skin?

Menopause can cause various effects on the skin. It often leads to dryness due to decreased collagen production and loss of skin elasticity. This can result in wrinkles and fine lines. Additionally, it may cause hot flashes, leading to flushed skin. Some women may also experience an increase in acne or facial hair growth.

2. What are the biggest factors in these changes? (hormonal, loss of estrogen, etc.)

The biggest change-maker here is, believe it or not, hormones. Estrogen has a major role in keeping our skin in top shape. But when menopause hits and estrogen levels decrease, we start seeing less collagen production and a reduction in skin elasticity. This can also

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tweak how our skin produces oil. Most of my clients during menopause, including myself, start to notice more pronounced fine lines, wrinkles, and a certain lack of glow. But there are some products and skin treatments options to support the overall skin health, so please, don’t give up.

3. What skincare products are essential for aging skin?

A good nourishing moisture-rich moisturizer is crucial to combat dryness, while products that contain ingredients like retinol can help to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Additionally, antioxidants such as Vitamin C and E can improve skin brightness and protect against environmental damage. A gentle, non-drying cleanser is also important for maintaining skin health. Lastly, don't forget sunscreen: protecting your skin from the sun is crucial at any age, but especially so during menopause when skin may be more vulnerable to damage.

4. What is the ideal skincare regimen for those going through menopause?

During menopause, hormonal changes can lead to dry skin, increased sensitivity, and pronounced expression lines. Therefore, the ideal skincare regimen for those going through menopause should focus on moisturizing, protecting, and nourishing the skin.

5. Does skincare during menopause differ from person to person?

Yes, but the main difference I've noticed in myself and my clients is a lack of elasticity. Remember, the drop in estrogen production compromises collagen production.

6. Are there any special considerations for acne brought on by menopause?

Absolutely, choosing non-comedogenic products can help prevent clogging of pores, and ingredients like salicylic acid or benzoyl peroxide can help reduce acne. Maintaining a consistent skincare routine

"Estrogen has a major role in keeping our skin in top shape. "

is also key, and keeping your skin hydrated is essential. If acne becomes severe, a dermatologist can provide personalized advice and treatment. Remember, it's all about finding what works best for your skin.

7. Are there any lifestyle changes to implement to help ageing skin?

Yes, lifestyle changes can significantly impact the health of your skin as you age. Healthy diet, exercise regularly, deep restful sleep, and managing stress are my few recommendations to manage the ups and downs of menopause symptoms.

Viviane Aires is an award-winning licensed esthetician, makeup artist, and massage therapist with two decades of experience. She excels at identifying specific skin conditions, offering effective customized treatments, and providing individualized consulting to support her client’s skincare goals. An expert in crafting skincare solutions for women of color she also specializes in skin aging management, acne treatments, and pigmentation concerns. Her reputation as one of the best estheticians in Philadelphia precedes her.

SKINCARE FOR ALL

With clientele more diverse than ever before, here we highlight products perfect for anybody and everybody!

New Antioxidant Duo by The Organic Pharmacy

Complementary water and lipid formulas deliver powerful results with the synergistic action of herbal extracts, vitamin-rich oils, alpha lipoic acid, DMAE, and MSM. theorganicpharmacy.com

All-Physical Lightweight Wrinkle Defense Broad Spectrum Sunscreen

by Dr. Dennis Gross

This SPF 30 oil-free, fragrance-free, 100% mineral sunscreen that protects against UVA/UVB, photoaging, pollution, and blue light. The lightweight non-greasy finish blends easily and layers well. drdennisgross.com

Editor's Product Pick

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Get the products that started it all and experience healthy, glowing skin. Fight dryness with ultra-hydrating Self Absorbed Facial Moisturizer. Banish dull skin with the Power Trip Facial Serum, a gentle, exfoliating and hydrating serum that will leave skin looking smooth and radiant. Top it all off with the award-winning 20/20 Eye Cream to dramatically reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. veriphyskincare.com