Why Organic Skin Care

By Mona Harb

For decades, researchers have spent countless hours and millions of dollars searching for the miracle formula to slow the aging process and preserve youthful skin. In that time, many creams have been invented and all of them claim to have found the secret for youthful skin that their competitors don’t have. All along the answers were growing in our own backyard. The same vegetables and fruits that nourish our being can also preserve the skin. They survive the harsh winters and withstand the harmful rays from the sun, which is what we seek to find our skin care products.

Organic skin care is wellness in bloom. It seems that we always go back to natural because it’s simple, pure, and free of chemicals. Your skin is the largest organ of the body and it is the most direct point of absorption. Before buying skin care products, you should do some research. At Lofty, we have simplified that process for you. We have done the research and decided that a wellness center could not be complete without providing organic skin care.

Lofty Salon and Wellness Center is proud to offer the EMINENCE line of organic skin care products. Eminence is handmade in Hungary andis certified USDA Organic and a member of the Organic Trade Association. We hope you will join us and experience for yourself the luxury of our organic skin care services.
~ Mona Harb

Know Your Skin Type
Choose your skin type based on the following options. Let our team of professional estheticians recommend the exact product match for your skin type.

Dry Skin
Your skin feels dry and tight and sometimes you can see flakes on your cheeks, chin, and forehead. Fine lines may be present around your eyes and lip contour areas. It is important to use rich products such as a daytime moisturizer and a moisturizing treatment at night to repair your skin while you sleep. Weekly moisturizing masques will keep your skin soft and supple and will reduce fine lines and signs of aging.

Normal/Combination Skin
Your skin has an even tone, and is not overly dry or oily. From time to time you may experience oiliness on your chin, nose and forehead or dryness on your cheeks, lips, and around your eye contour area. To keep the condition of your skin even and toned, a good skin care routine including cleansing and moisturizing is a must. It is important to follow the daily and weekly routines recommended by your esthetician based on your specific skin type.

Oily Skin
Your skin is shiny, has visible pores and is prone to spots and blemishes. Makeup seems to slide off your skin as soon as it is applied. Oily skin has the benefit of not showing lines easily, but needs to be maintained to prevent break outs and to control shine.

Acne Skin
Acne can affect skin at any age from adolescent to adult. Acne skin is usually characterized by normal to oily skin that persistently breaks out, is clogged, reactive, and is sometimes inflamed. Acne is caused by a number of factors such as dirt, pollution, stress and an unbalanced diet. The good news is that acne skin can be alleviated over time by lowering stress, following a healthy diet, and by using natural organic skin care to keep skin clear and healthy.

A Few Words About Skin Conditions
Skin conditions such as acne or rosacea can be uncomfortable both physically and emotionally. It is important to understand that skin conditions can be treated, usually successfully, with a healthy diet, exercise and active herbal organic ingredients applied the skin surface. If you are not sure if you have a skin condition, please consult your esthetician.

Acne
Acne can affect skin at any age. Both adolescents and adults can have oily to normal skin that persistently breaks out and is sometimes inflamed and usually clogged and reactive. Acne can be caused by a number of factors including: the over production of sebum (sebum is an oil naturally produced by the skin), dirt and pollution on skin’s surface, stress and diet.

Rosacea
Sometimes confused with acne, rosacea often shows on the skin as an inflamation and reddening on the nose, forehead, cheekbone or chin areas. Inflamed capillaries on the skin surface give complexion a red, blotchy or bumpy appearance. Roscacea is usually a genetic condition, but certain factors are known to aggravate it. Avoiding hot liquids, alcohol, spicy foods and extreme temperatures will help and clear irritation.

Tips For All Skin Types
We all know the basics of skin care: cleansing, toning, and moisturizing. But why should we also exfoliate, use a masque and a serum?

Why Exfoliate?
Exfoliation is the key to vibrant skin. Hungarian estheticians have long known that regular exfoliation to remove the hard keratin layer build up brings luminosity and clarify to the skin. For younger skin, exfoliation unplugs pores and keeps the skin clear and smooth. For mature skin, exfoliation is essential to help minimize fine lines, remove dry flakes, and revive sluggish skin. All skin types benefit from regular exfoliation to keep healthy skin functioning optimally. To find the most effective treatment for your skin consult your esthetician.

Why Masques?
Using a face masque once or twice per week will increase the elasticity and health of your skin. Eminence masques contain high amounts of concentrated vitamins and nutrient rich ingredients. Treatment masques can be used to control acne, dryness or oily skin.

Why Serums?
Serums are secret beauty elixirs that infuse skin with pure vitamins and herbs. Serum applied as the last step before moisturizing after you skin has been cleansed and toned. The light liposome base of the serum ensures deep penetration into the skin to impart a healthy glow from within.

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About Mona Harb

Lofty Salon & Wellness Center is
located at 354 Maple Avenue West in Vienna, VA. Please call 703-242-0609 to schedule an appointment or visit www.loftysalon.com to learn more about the salon and wellness services available

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