Biologique Recherche A Treatment Made In Paris NEW! No Stress Cannabis Powered Skin Care How Do Sheet Masks Work?
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Celebrating five years of Biologique Recherche in Canada
Editor’s Letter
Personalization
This past May we celebrated five years of Biologique Recherche in Canada with our first ever national conference held in Toronto. With Biologique Recherche pros from across the country in attendance we introduced several new product innovations, and were joined by Biologique Recherche co-owners Pierre-Louis Delapalme and Dr. Philippe Allouche. We also launched the Wellness for Cancer program in Canada, which is a global initiative and charity founded by Julie Bach, to educate skin care therapists on the best way to modify treatments and recommend products to those touched by cancer. We are extremely proud to provide this training in Canada and are pleased to announce that there are now therapists from coast-to-coast who have completed the course. We look forward to many more conferences with our Biologique Recherche Canada family in the years to come!
One of the beauty trends that I am most happy to see is the rise of customization in both skin care and cosmetics. This individualized approach (we call it “personalization”) is the very backbone of what we stand for as a company. Person-to-person interaction is different than just adding a name to a label or monogramming a compact - it is about a complete obsession with the client - from the first consultation, through to the procedure itself, and then moving on to a personalized home-care regimen with a focus on the individual’s lifestyle, health, stress level, and personal skin goals. This issue of Living Beauty features a facial adventure in Paris, and the newest launches from our existing brands. And we also introduce you to our newest line, HO KARAN, a French cannabis skin care brand founded to reduce stress for all. Warm regards,
Mariam White Founder and CEO The Principle Brands @mariamwhite1 mariam@theprinciplebrands.com
Paris, April 2019
Beauty PROfiles
Founder & Esthetician Myuz Makeup Artistry & Esthetics
TINA CABLE Born and raised in Winnipeg, Manitoba. Tina Cable has always been destined for beauty, but she suppressed wanting be an esthetician because at that time it wasn’t considered a professional career. She finished a degree in Biology but couldn’t stop thinking about makeup and was obsessed with learning through YouTube videos and decided to purse what was closest to her heart. Ten Years later, Tina is an accomplished esthetician, makeup artist and beauty influencer with a passion for healthy skin. Living Beauty Magazine: What is your skin care philosophy? Tina Cable: My philosophy is to respect the skin. These days consumers are bombarded with products that disrupt the skin barrier, and they are readily available when they shouldn’t be, which in turn causes too many problems. Be gentle and know that too much of anything will not heal you. A simple 3-step routine could be just as effective as one with seven steps using the right products.
LB: What is your treatment philosophy? T: I take a non-invasive approach but I like to
teach my clients what to do at home. I spend a
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good amount of time listening, talking and explaining to my clients about their skin. Once they have a good grasp then they are able to understand what the products recommended by me will do for them.
LB: What is unique about the people of
Winnipeg and especially your clients? T: We are very simple, busy people, who want to look put together without effort. I am exactly that person but I still want to look fresh, whether it’s just with skincare or minimal makeup. I know everyone says they have the best clientele, but I’m not lying, I have the best clientele. I get to know my clients very well during our first appointment. They trust me and are willing to try whatever it is I have to offer. I understand budgets, and with that, I just want my clients to take care of their skin regardless of what brand they use.
LB: What does anti-aging mean to you? T: If I can slow down the process with
the use of products and treatments I will definitely do it. I encourage this through non-invasive treatments such as red light therapy to increase collagen production, microcurrent to exercise the muscles, and of course my favourite, facial massage. Wrinkles, are not a terrible characteristic to have, as Mark Twain says, “Wrinkles merely indicate where smiles have been.” There are external factors that help but our attitude has a lot to do with our skin health. If your good days outweigh your bad days then your face will definitely show it. Being motivated, focused and having goals in life will allow you to have a youthful aura.
LB: You’ve developed a large following
on social media, what advice can you give to other therapists about connecting to others through this medium?
T: Thank you! This has been a process
but it is a great marketing tool and a place to learn. I share a lot of my knowledge on Instagram so that clients can get the same results at home. The best advice for therapists is to fully utilize the app. Use stories, feed, live stream and IGTV but the trick is to share YOURSELF. Do not share too much of prettiness because it’s not the entire reality. Being authentic and honest is what I do when I’m on the platform. I’m able to create so many connections with my audience in regards to the looks I’ve created, sharing my family and more.
masks. I’m not a mask person but this is the only line that I’ve ever experienced a mask actually doing something to my face long-term! My favourite has to be Masque VIP O2.
LB: What are some great resources for
skin care therapists to stay updated on the market? T: For me, the greatest resource has been instagram. I’ve picked up a few skills from fellow facialists on this platform. I’m not all about the gadgets that are always created each year. In my opinion, hands are the best tool to use during a facial.
LB: Why is Biologique Recherche a fit
for your practice? T: It took me eight months to decide if I wanted to bring Biologique Recherche to Winnipeg. My clientele didn’t know a single thing about the line but I was fully committed to it once I did my research. I was looking for a large skincare line that actually changed people’s skin. Most of all, the BR facial is so wonderful. Everyone thinks that massage is just to relax the client or its only meant for the body aches but it’s much more than that. It makes the skin softer and more pliable. It tones muscles and delays skin aging. The manipulations can help deplete excess fluids in the tissues and reduce puffy or sagging areas.
LB: What makes BR unique? T: I think the biggest difference between
Biologique Recherche and other lines is that it offers products for all skin instants. I’ve never found a line that has helped my clients with their rosacea like this. The extensive line also allows you to change your routine according to daily skin changes and needs. I personally find it boring to use the same serum every day so I now have over five quintessential serums to choose from based on how my skin is that morning or night. Oh, and don’t even get me started on the
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YUZ
BIOLOGIQUE RECHERCHE A TREATMENT MADE IN PARIS
It takes a unique perspective on skin to create the concept of an ever changing skin instant. Starting with the belief that every individual possesses skin that is ever changing, not just year to year but throughout each and every day, a treatment at the Ambassade de la Beauté in Paris is designed to be highly personalized. Nestled along the famous Avenue des Champs-Élysées, the Biologique Recherche flagship beauty institute welcomes guests into a regal cocoon of light filled rooms complete with glimmering brass accents. Every treatment begins with a consultation, where the aesthetician can discover specifics about a client’s lifestyle that affect can skin, including the use of medication, depth of stress level, or the avid pursuit of outdoor activities, such as golf or skiing. Moving on to an in-depth assessment, the Skin Instant Lab diagnosis machine is used to analyze and measure various qualities currently occurring in the skin. Moisture, pigmentation, elasticity, sensitivities and sebum production are all noted and utilized as the basis for a selection of products best suited to the client’s skin at that precise moment. Visual analysis is performed by the Visiolab camera to record the depth of wrinkles, open pores and pigmentation changes. From there the Initialization Stage commences with deep cleansing and an intensive facial massage. Best described as a workout for the face, the massage designed by co-founder Madame Josette Allouche stimulates the epidermis and facial muscles. It is both extremely relaxing (most clients fall asleep) and incredibly effective (you’ll notice a lifted appearance
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for 10-14 days post-treatment). Masks are then used to calm and treat the skin. The aesthetician will use multiple formulas to tend to specific areas, whether that means purifying an oily T-zone, hydrating dry cheeks or soothing a sun-damaged neckline. The final step, the application of treatment serums and creams designed to actively address specific skin imbalances, helps stabilize and regenerate deeper structures within the skin while creating a protective barrier that delivers glowing results. Not destined for Paris? A full menu of Biologique Recherche treatments that follow the same methodology are offered at twenty-five upscale Canadian spas, skin clinics and hotels, including the Willow Stream Spa at the Fairmont Pacific Rim in Vancouver.
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livingenergize beauty | issue 7 | page 8 The Soin Biovectuer Marine co-factor mask is used after a booster to hydrate and the skin.
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New!
Launching fresh from France, Ho Karan is a cannabis skin care line new to Canada. Founder Laure Bouguen has beauty’s ingredient du jour in her DNA: she grew up with grandparents who have been farming hemp since 1965. Today, she wants to introduce the world to the power of cannabis as a holistic tool to destress from internal and external aggressors like pollution, lack of energy and dehydration. The line is natural, vegan and THC-free, and utilizes the full scope of properties found in different parts of the cannabis sativa plant. Four collections are designed to address a range of skin concerns, including regeneration, energy, hydration and detoxification. Ho Karan means I love you in Breton (a celtic language from the Brittany region of France). This is where the organic hemp is grown and the products are made. Ho Karan also represents their commitment to sustainability, innovation and stressfree skin.
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Ho Karan founder, Laure Bouguen
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L’Huile Stupefiante The combination of three exceptional active vegetable oils in one multipurpose formula, for incredibly smooth and soft skin. 30ml - $38 100ml - $72
Cannabooster Detox Serum An implacable serum against the effects of pollution: it detoxifies, tightens pores and keeps your skin fresh and beautiful. 20ml - $60
La Crème Stupefiante
Detox Deoderant
Morning Miracle Eye Contour Cream
Cannabooster Energie Serum
A creamy and soft cream that moisturizes, plumps, protects and destresses absolutely all skin types. 50ml - $60
A miraculous treatment to relax and awaken the eyes, reduce dark circle and minimize puffiness. 15ml - $45
A mild deodorant, naturally effective against odours, humidity and a bad mood. 50ml - $28
A “first aid” serum to restore your skin’s natural radiance. Perfect for dull and dehydrated skin. 20ml - $60
COMING SOON L’Antidote 1000mg Vegan, gluten-free and non-GMO, this dietary supplement with broad-spectrum CBD supports beauty from within.
Cannabooster Reboot A blend of CBD and a pro-collagen complex, this regenerative serum restructures the skin while minimizing inflammation from pollution and stress.
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HO KARAN PARTNERSHIPS The GoodPlanet Foundation was created and is chaired by Yann Arthus-Bertrand, renowned photojournalist, with the aim of raising public awareness on environmental issues and environmental protection. 1% for the Planet was founded on the model of our business membership program: responsible businesses giving back to environmental nonprofits to create a healthier planet. 1% for the Planet is a global movement inspiring businesses and individuals to support environmental solutions through annual memberships and everyday actions.In 2002, Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, and Craig Mathews, founder of Blue Ribbon Flies, created 1% for the Planet and started a global movement.
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Founder’s Story
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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF: Natalie Franz, renowned make-up artist, has worked with talents such as Lady GaGa, Taylor Swift and fashion’s top photographers (Karl Lagerfeld for one). Franz discovered under eye stripes while travelling Japan and she launched her product line MAGICSTRIPES in 2013 and sparked magic into the lives of many busy people worldwide. The MAGICSTRIPES family includes a selection of signature eye lifting stickers and similarly innovative sheet masks that give quick visible results to a variety skin types and concerns. We caught up with Natalie to see what a busy day looks like in her life!
5:00am My alarm clock goes off early - this way I have time for a quick yoga session that keeps my body fit and my mind clear.
On top of MAGICSTRIPES I work on several other projects. I recently co-founded a charity organisation - Fo(u)r Hearts supports local German institutions that cater to people in need.
10:00am Depending on my schedule, the time before noon is either spent at our MAGICSTRIPES office in Hamburg or on business trips that take me all over the world. I often take part in panel talks or organise press launches.
Travel is also one of my biggest passions. In my free time I never miss the opportunity to discover places I’ve never been to before - it is the best source of inspiration!
5:00pm I typically spend the afternoons with my son Ilija. We share the same interests, which makes our time together truly adventurous. We usually poke around museums, go shopping or spend time in nature.
9:30pm Evening time is my beauty time. To keep my skin healthy and glowing, I usually grab our Chin & Cheek Mask (it lifts, tightens and contours) or the Magnetic Youth Mask (accelerates cell renewal and has the best anti-ageing properties). Before bed, I take some time to read - I recently really loved „The Vanity Fair Diaries 1983-1992 / Tina Brown”, highly recommended!
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Cheat Sheet
QUINTESSENTIAL SERUMS REVISITED Change is good – especially when it comes to discovering potent new ingredients that support healthy skin. With a commitment to elevating already effective formulas, Biologique Recherche has revamped four Quintessential Serums and
replaced animal derivatives with botanical versions. Most noteworthy, each of the new botanicallyblessed serums delivered improved results when tested against the original blend.
Extraits Tissulaires, now with Alpine pink laurel tissue extract, continues to comfort and soften dehydrated and seborrheic Skin Instants.
As an anti-wrinkle treatment, Elastine now includes marine botanical exopolysaccharide and hyaluronic acid for significant smoothing and plumping.
The newly named Amniotique calls on the long-lasting benefit of prickly pear cactus extract to soothe dehydrated and sensitive skin.
The reformulated Colostrum will debut later this year featuring water plantain extract and luffa oil to give very dehydrated and undernourished epidermis a timely, strengthening boost.
FOCUS ON PIGMENTATION A Safer Tan Avoiding the sun is critical to maintaining an even complexion, so try these safe self-tans to get a natural looking glow.
Hyperpigmentation is one of the most stubborn skin conditions to treat and requires persistence, patience and, of course, dedicated use of sunscreen. The good news? It’s possible to achieve a more even complexion safely and effectively. Biologique Recherche’s PIGM 400 range of products help to discourage melanin production, brighten the complexion and promote the breakdown of age spots. The complete suite offers an enhanced version of Lotion P50, instant glow sheet mask, targeted serum and hydrating cream that can be used by many skin instants. Don’t forget to add Protection UV, Biologique Recherche’s mineral based sunscreen to prevent further pigmentation and their Cryosticks to cool the skin and calm inflammation from heat exposure.
James Read H2O Tan Mist Infused with pure rose water, this lightweight mist offers the ultimate gradual tanning experience. Each application will gradually build a deeper tan, allowing you to control your depth of colour. $35
James Read Body Foundation The perfect wash off tan for last minute occasions or an instant tan without the sun. $22
SERUM DE TEINT This February, Biologique Recherche takes a first step into the world of cosmetics with an innovation rooted in its epidermal legacy.
Biologique Recherche has dedicated over 40 years to researching and creating personalized skin care with a cult-like following among professional skin therapists and at-home beauty enthusiasts. Serum de Teint’s five skin tone evening shades suit all skin tones and are applied as the final step before makeup application.
Designed by Dr. Philippe Allouche, Head of Creation, the new Serum de Teint protects and perfects by blending skin care worthy ingredients with a range of complexion inspired tints. Within the nourishing lipid and polysaccharide rich formulation are potent anti-pollution benefits. Butterfly tree flower extract (an extreme condition plant) acts to shield and soothe against free radical damage, aiding in a 23% reduction of pollution particles adhering to the skin. Offering a veil of sheer colour available in five shades that flatter a wide spectrum, the moisturizing and silicone-free fluid melts effortlessly into a long-lasting finish. Suitable for all skin types, including acne-prone, Serum de Teint offers radiant healing colour for the ultimate daily enhancement or finishing touch to a Biologique Recherche treatment. A new fan-fave is born.
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Quick Question
Q: How do sheet masks work?
Featured here: Magicstripes Deep Detox Tightening Mask, Wake Me up Collagen Eye Patches and Chin & Cheek Lifting Mask
Consider sheet masks one of the most effective ways to soak up concentrated beauty benefits. These single-use face masks are typically made of fabric, such as biodegradable cotton, then drenched in serum. And no matter what your skincare need, there’s a sheet mask designed for it. If you’re feeling dry, for instance, the Magicstripes Hyaluronic Intensive Treatment Mask offers deep hydration and improves elasticity. So, how does using a sheet mask differ from applying classic skincare from a bottle? While serums excel at delivering a high dose of active ingredients, they tend to be thin in texture and can evaporate quickly once applied. Sheet masks create a physical barrier, and they’re meant to be worn for about 15 minutes, locking in the serum so your skin can better absorb it. Plus, making extra time for masking and relaxing turns the experience into a spa-athome ritual.
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OOH-LA-LASH! VOLUMIZING MASCARA All the right kind of drama
Sensitivity issues are no more with this bestselling tubing mascara from VMV Hypoallergenics. Its fragrance-free, nonsmearing formula reduces the risk of irritation for many reasons but a big one is easy removal: it prevents contact with skin (via raccoon eyes) and the need for removers. This mascara dissolves in warm water: a few splashes, a gentle touch and the tubes simply slip off. The non-clumping formula creates a clean, “sealed� tube around each lash. Each application adds a new sleeve, enveloping individual lashes, building a cocoon of beautiful color, and nonsmearing volume. $32, 8 mL / 0.27 fl oz
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