I think we can all agree that your skin’s youthful appearance depends largely on how you care for it, more so than your age.

When you take EVEN small steps towards a healthier lifestyle, depending on your present condition, you can SEE positive results in your skin within weeks, if not sooner.

I created a short list of things that you need to do or not as the case may be, towards better skin NOW and greater more beautiful skin for life.

Your Skin’s Youthfulness Has Less To Do With Age

Do stop smoking. The skin of a season smoker appears wrinkly and dry, especially around the mouth area. Additionally, smoke particles can clog your pores making then appear larger. Smoking is the second biggest reason for skin damage after sun exposure. Why? Nicotine constricts blood vessels and decreases the flow of oxygen to the skin.
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This is a great hypoallergenic peel created with antiseptic and detoxifying herbal extracts to help prevent breakouts. Exfoliation is a must in any ones skin care routine as it will stimulate collagen production, it will refine and even-out skin tone.

Additionally, it will increase circulation and oxygenation to the cells, helping to prevent skin congestion, erasing fine lines and wrinkles. Also, one of the key ingredients in this wonderful organic skin care product is Nettle, whole grain oat and willow bark for stimulating skin renewal and smoothing-out lines.

Skin Type: All skin types, EXCEPT extremely sensitive

Product Weight: 1 oz / 30 ml

For sensitive skin: Dilute with water and apply a thin layer of the peel onto clean and dry skin of the face and neck areas avoiding the eye area and active acne lesions. Allow to remain on the skin for 3-5 minutes before removing with cool water.

For normal skin: Apply a thin layer of the peel onto clean and dry skin of the face and neck areas, avoiding the eye area and active acne lesions. Allow to remain on the skin for 3-5 minutes before removing with cool water. Dilution not required.

For extra exfoliation and non-sensitive skin: Apply a thin layer of the peel onto clean and dry skin of the face and neck areas, avoiding the eye area and active acne lesions. Allow to remain on the skin for 5-10 minutes before removing with cool water. Dilution not required.

Call Joanna Vargas Skin Care Salon in New York City for any help in selecting products and one of our estheticians will be glad to assist you. 212/949.2350.

PRICE: $58 USD

I think you would agree with me that having clean, clear and glowing skin brings certain benefits: the confidence that you look great radiates from within. One thing that has helped me and many others achieve that, is home exfoliation.

A true skin care fundamental that has stood the test of time has been exfoliation. It literally has been around since ancient Egypt, and there is good reason why.

The slight abrasion triggers the skin’s healing mechanism, helping it create two vital proteins needed for healthy and beautiful skin: collagen and elastin.

These two proteins help nourish cells to erase fine lines, sun spots, and generally work wonders for damage or aging skin.

When done properly, exfoliating, in conjunction with regular facials will give the skin a healthy vibrancy that we all love.

Additionally, a skin care routine that includes all of the following elements, cleansing, moisturizing and exfoliating, will result in clear, clean and glowing skin.

These are minimum requirements that will take years off of your face and prevent damage at every turn.

Call our skin care salon in New York City if you need help selecting products and for your appointment today at 212/949.2350.

Sincerely,

JOANNA VARGAS
Joanna Vargas Skin Care

This is the most important first step in nourishing your skin.

Walking around in today’s extreme pollution and stress fill day, your skin loses its vitamins easily and that’s when signs of premature aging occur.

This serum is a powerful protective tool all of us should have in our skin care routine.

Contains Zinc, Provitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6 and 16 Amino acids.

Use this serum after you cleanse and tone your skin night and day for tightening, smoothing and regenerating the skin.

Please call the salon in New York City to order via phone at 212/949.2350 or click on Phyt’s Serum Multi-Vita to order via our online store.

Our Price: $90
S & H: $10 Priority USPS Mail/Messenger it if in NYC. Time restrictions apply for same day delivery. Must be a doorman building.

Pore size can be reduced! A couple of things can increase the size of your pores: the presence of blackheads and oil production. Blackheads can stretch your skin and make your pores appear bigger and the amount of oil your skin produces dictates your pore size. Maintaining clean skin with monthly facials and a great home routine can give you smaller pores.

The VitaLight Can Reduce The Size of Your Pores!

Ever since I started doing LED light treatments I’ve been observing the many benefits that it can have on a person’s skin. Though I did not start doing them with the intention of reducing pore size, it has been an added benefit that has made a lot of my clients VERY HAPPY!

The cells in the body use light and convert it into ATP, the fuel that powers life at a cellular level.

This cellular fuel is used to carry out healing and rejuvenation in the treated area bringing balance to the skin. I have seen it restore normalcy to overly dry or very oily skin, amongst other things.

It corrects damage on the surface of the skin and improves the overall tone and texture of it.

Other benefits: erases fine lines and wrinkles, corrects sun damage, speeds collagen and elastin production giving the skin a more youthful appearance.

As always I hope this helps you understand your skin.

Additionally, my great esthetician, Melissa, is really becoming an expert at light treatments. Her two years of Premed studies as an undergrad has prepared her to really be an expert in caring for your skin care needs.

My goal is to make you look and feel gorgeous but I need your help in achieving this goal! Make your appointment now for a light treatment and I’ll see you soon. Call the salon in New York City at 212/949.2350.

Sincerely,

JOANNA VARGAS
Joanna Vargas Skin Care

ILA, Night Cream Can Rejuvenate Your face. Even your skin gets tired after a day of stress and exposure
to sun and pollution. Night time is the best time to restore and repair the skin from the ravages of the day.

You will find that this night cream is a wonderful aid to that process, working during sleep to penetrate the skin, restore a radiant glow and rejuvenate skin cells.

It is effective for all skin types, particularly dry and mature skin.

Get 10% off for first time clients and if in New York City get it messenger the same day for $10. Restrictions apply. Call the salon at 212/949.2350 to order.

As you gradually begin to age, your skin will need a moisturizer that nourishes it and makes it soft and supple. And although not generally thought of as an essential for young people and those with oily skin, they need it too.

What Are The Benefits Of Moisturizing

A good moisturizer will nourish your skin and should go on without feeling greasy. It will allow your skin to breath and never make your skin oily.

And instead you will notice the health and quality of your skin improving with use.

Some of The Benefits Are:

Premature aging and skin damage can be reduced with regular use of a good skin moisturizer.

A good face moisturizers will make your skin soft and supple.

Smooths and softens dry skin, caused by exposure to the weather or pollutants.

Free radicals, that cause cellular damage, are neutralized by skin moisturizers before they do any damage.

Moisturizers boost the skin’s defense system by adding a protective layer.

Skin moisturizers visibly reduce fine lines and wrinkles.

All of the above can be stated by saying: skin moisturizers improve skin tone and restore the skin to a youthful glow as it nourishes and hydrates.

If you are not using a moisturizer regularly, you are limiting the benefits your skin care routine can have upon the health, beauty and glow of your skin.

As always, please call me or email me with any questions and if you have not been in lately call the salon, in New York City, and make your appointment now. 212/949.2350. I look forward to seeing you soon.

Sincerely,

JOANNA VARGAS
Joanna Vargas Skin Care

Whenever anyone has an issue with the way their skin looks, I always start with the cleanser. This is the first step in helping you sort out the problem that is preventing you from having the skin that you love. And of course the type
of skin you have, always answers what type of cleanser you need to use.

The key here is to keep it simple. You need to choose a cleanser that will not strip, irritate, dry your skin or simply not work for your skin.

Using a cleanser is a fundamental of skincare and when you do it regularly, you will have the type of skin you love.

For us that live or work in the city the reason is obvious- grime and pollution need to be washed off. Make-up should also be removed. The purpose of using a cleanser however is greater than just cleaning the skin.

It prepares it for the next step, using a great moisturizer or night cream, but we will cover this step in the next newsletter.

I use a cleanser at night before bed since this is the time when cell repair and regeneration occurs.

I never use a soap as it can strip the skin of its natural oils and cause breakouts and skin sensitivity.

If you have sensitive, normal dry or dehydrated skin types you should use a cream cleanser. Cream cleansers tend to be soothing, healing and hydrating- perfect for the winters here in the Northeast! For those who prefer a foaming cleanser, we carry both soothing ones for sensitive skin to deeply cleansing ones for oily skin.

I want to encourage you to call me or come by the salon, here in New York City, if you have any questions. I always love to hear from you and if I can help in anyway I will be more than happy to do so. The skin care salon’s number is 212.949.2350.

Lastly, Cleanse Your Way to Beautiful Skin!

Here is my recommendation for you, Phyt’s Lait Hydro-Nettoyant/Cleansing Milk, this certified organic cleanser from France smells incredible and feels pure the moment it touches your skin.

What’s amazing about this cream cleanser is that it really removes surface dirt and makeup and can be simply rinsed off the face with water.

Its one step to have clean, fresh skin!

Apply a quarter size amount to a dry face and neck. Massage into the skin and rinse with tepid water.

Sincerely,

Joanna Vargas
Joanna Vargas Skin Care

Make Your Skin Glow During the Winter Months!

Like most women I hate what happens to my skin during the winter months. That dry flaky skin we all have makes the winter doldrums even worse! I’m sure a lot of you feel the same way and I hope these few, skin winter tips, will help you achieve the best winter skin ever.

Most people think its the blast of cold air that causes the most harm to your skin but in my experience its the people that are indoors all the day that have dull winter skin.

The reason is very simple: indoor heat evaporates any humidity in the air and any natural oils from your body as well. This is the main cause for overly dry, flaky and dull skin, which is further harmed by cold winter air.

Here are a few helpful tips for keeping your skin well hydrated and balanced during the winter months:

*Use a humidifier, especially at night time, this immediately helps with dry itchy skin and dry lips. This will also help your body during the vital process of cell renewal which occurs at night time. The proper amount of humidity in the air will create a better sleeping environment which greatly aids the cell renewal process and creates unstressed skin.

* You need to exfoliate your body and face. Exfoliating will trigger the skin’s natural healing function and will trigger skin renewal. This will prepare your skin for any moisturizer that you might use.

* Use a moisturizer for your face and body. You need something extremely hydrating but not necessarily heavy or oily. It needs to be nourishing in order to feed your skin and maintain its suppleness.

* A few more things that can make a huge difference in how your skin glows during the winter months: Drink enough water and eat nutritious foods that will help strengthen your skin and help retain their natural oils. Look for foods rich in Omega 3 fatty acids and a green juice a day will make your skin glow!

A great way to rejuvenate dull winter skin is to get a Full Body Microdermabrasion. It is vastly effective in improving the texture and suppleness of your skin. Call the my skin care salon in New York City to make your appointment at 212/949.2350.

And as always, I’m very happy to hear from you. Please email me your questions or call me with your skin care concerns at the salon.

Sincerely,

JOANNA VARGAS
Joanna Vargas Skin Care

You deserve Clean, Clear and Glowing Skin! Do you Agree? Then read on.

Everyone wants skin that’s clear as a bell but most people don’t know how or why they can’t have it. There are many factors but since they can be so numerous we won’t touch upon them.

Instead, lets concentrate on the basics of skin care and if applied, I promise, you will have clear and glowing skin. This is something I know you want, Right?

My first mantra in skin care is, and it encompasses all I do in skin care, CONSISTENCY!

Consistency in your skin care routine is crucial for healthy and glowing skin. This is just like going to the gym or eating healthy. If you stop it, it won’t be long before you’ll see the bad results of it.

So the first step to glowing skin that you must do consistently is to use a cleanser at night. Wash your face and remove make-up, dirt, grime and the pollution of the day.

This will immediately improve the health of your skin, How?

Your body repairs itself at night time and if you have make-up and other grime on your face, it will have a hard time fulfilling that function for the skin on your face.

Therefore, consistently use a gentle wash for your nightly routine and see the difference it can make in your skin, deal?

I also, want to recommend one of my most favorite cleansers, ILA Cleansing Milk for Natural Beauty. The moment you open the bottle, you will smell the wonderful purity of the ingredients in this cleanser. It Contains the super rich antioxidant, Argan Oil. Each of my clients swears by this cleanser and you will too once you use it.

This cleanser is both soothing and deeply cleansing. It contains no alcohol, so its great for even the driest of skin.

I find it really helps to heal the ravages of the environment on the skin and leaves you with a radiant glow.

Call Joanna Vargas Salon in New York City for any questions or to make your appointment at 212/949.2350.