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COUTURE for HAIR & BEAUTE BEAUTY: Colder weather is the time when skin can start to experience a general tightening or drying feeling. It’s very common to see visible signs of flaking and cracking, and even inflammation. The following tips can aid in the prevention of winter dehydration and help you achieve a flawless look throughout the season: 1) Cleanse your face and neck every morning and night in preparation for vital serums & creams, removing all the make up, oils and debris that accumulate on the skin over the course of the day. If you don’t cleanse properly your treatment products will not be effective. 2) Consider changing your moisturiser in the cooler months for a richer, thicker cream than the one for the summer months where mainly hydration is required. Use protective creams during winter to provide additional nourishment to your skin. 3) Apply a hydrating serum as well as a masque at least once a week to boost the skin’s vitality. Add your favourite serum into the masque treatment or apply afterwards. Don’t forget to moisturise your whole body too! When we can’t see it we tend to neglect it. Regular exfoliation and moisture will ensure your body looks healthy and radiant all the time. Visit Couture for your complimentary skin analysis, sample some of our beautiful products and find the ones perfect for your skin. For the ultimate relaxation book in for an amazing body envelopment.
ESTEEM MEDI SPA 1) Our favourite skin procedures for winter are definitely Laser Genesis and Limelight. Limelight is a great treatment to have during winter as it reverses the damage that most people create in the summer! Laser Genesis is a laser treatment that penetrates deeply into the skin, stimulating an increase in collagen production. Both of these treatments improve the skin’s overall appearance and decrease the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Can be used on all skin types for skin rejuvenation 2) Your spring/summer skin care regime will need some small adjustments to keep your skin at its best during the cooler months. We recommend moisturising more, moving to a lighter cleanser and always keeping in mind that sunscreen isn’t just for summer! At Esteem we offer complimentary skin analysis so you can be assured you are always using the products that are best for your skin. 3) Drinking plenty of water (at least 2 litres per day) and committing to a diet rich in fatty acids will also help keep your skin supple and radiant during the winter months. 1300MYESTEEM (1300 693 783) / @EsteemMediSpa / esteemmedispa.com.au
HAIR: Cold wind and weather can strip your hair and scalp of essential moisture and nutrients. In cooler months we tend to use warmer water too which also has a drying effect on the scalp, hair and skin. Couture recommends the following: 1) Always invest in premium shampoos and conditioners that contain essential proteins and moisturisers compatible to the hair. This will ensure a healthy shine and luxuriousfeeling hair. 2) Treat your hair every week with a nourishing treatment masque, highly recommended for people who are active or spend a lot of time outdoors. 3) Keep regular trim appointments throughout winter to prevent any split ends splitting all the way back up the hair shaft. Have your stylist do a scalp and hair analysis to ensure you’re using the correct products. At Couture we also offer a no obligation 30 minute consultation for skin and hair. We recommend and use the luxurious European brand La Biosthetique throughout our salon as it caters to every beauty requirement, offering premium ranges for: • • •
Hair care and colouring services Skin care and treatments for salon and home care Make up containing skin care ingredients
All salon treatments and services are backed up with a serious home care range. You can have a full salon experience at home between visits and maintain your treatment results. +++ 07 5503 0997 @CoutureHairandBeaute couturehairandbeaute.com.au