Category Archives: FACE + EYES

Jennifer at RR Aesthetics (Rand Rusher) for Injectables

October 26, 2016

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We all know Rand Rusher is The Go To for injectables. Believe me, as someone whose job it is to share all the greatest in the field in LA, he makes it very hard to spread the wealth! Rand’s eye is about proportion and balance and never about going for a “look”. He is way too meta to get caught up in trends or style. Oh, the times I begged for lip filler only for him to roll his eyes and say “please, your lips are fine, missy” but fine we will do a TOUCH. When my au natural friends who made it to 40 without touching their faces finally caved, I sent them to Rand and they never looked back, except to ask me why I didn’t send them sooner.

That being said, his office is staffed with the most highly skilled technicians who have mastered the craft under his watch. So now, when my girls go for touch ups, they don’t even bother trying to get in with Rand (good luck!). We are all happy as clams with whomever we see!

So, I was over the moon for the chance to try out Jennifer for my last Botox touch up. The more RN’s I have in his office in my Groomed LA rolodex (yes, I still use that word) – the more wonderful people I can confidently send you to!

Jennifer is fantastic. And while everyone trains under Rand, they are not clones. Everyone comes with their own special something. It’s a given that her eye is fantastic and what I loved about Jennifer was her attentiveness to my needs, as a patient. She had no agenda, did not swoop in and start telling me what I needed. My “consult” was a healthy back and forth. She was tuned in, open, honest and simply delightful.

Here is a bit more about her. For your next touch up, I can’t recommend her more!

Jennifer Izzarelli is a Certified Aesthetic Nurse Specialist, Certified Plastic Surgery Nurse and a Board Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner.

She holds her board certification through the American Nursing Credentialing Center (ANCC) and Plastic Surgical Nursing Certification Board (PSNCB) and is a member of American Society of Plastic Surgical Nurses (ASPSN)

Jennifer began her career in aesthetics working at Harbor UCLA hospital in the plastic and reconstructive Surgery department. With a love for cosmetics Jennifer began studying cosmetic injections over four years ago. Her experience and knowledge in the OR has made her transition into the Aesthetic field of cosmetic Injectables seamless. Her ability to visualize underlying facial muscle and bone structure allows her to be precise in the facial enhancement process.

Just as important is Jennifer’s aesthetic eye – it aligns perfectly with RR Aesthetics philosophy of keeping our patients looking natural by enhancing the features they were born with. Jennifer was hand selected to join the RR Aesthetics team in 2014 and is the perfect fit for our team at RR Aesthetics.

Rand Rusher RN 
9735 Wilshire Blvd
Penthouse
Beverly Hills, Ca 90210
310-275-7263

New Spa Alert in Pacific Palisades: SkinxFive by Dr. Ava Shamban

October 23, 2016

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When you want to feel rested, you escape to the spa. When you want results, you make an appointment with the dermatologist. If only there was a destination where you could pop in on your lunch break and emerge an hour later feeling relaxed, restored and looking ten year younger. Now there is!

With SkinxFive (skin-times-five), Dr. Ava Shamban — one of L.A.’s most renowned celebrity dermatologists (and a GLA top doc!) — has created just that. Designed to combat the five signs of aging, SkinxFive offers five tech-driven dermatologist-designed treatments for fighting dullness, dehydration, lines, pigmentation and acne-prone skin at every age… all with little or no down time. Think of SkinxFive as Dry Bar for you skin.

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I recently tried SkinxFive, based in the Pacific Palisades, and can personally attest — SkinxFive is the real deal. The five treatments offered include The Refresher, The Infuser, The Lineless, The Spotless and The Firminator — plus a selection of customizations and add-ons. In desperate need of a deep-down cleaning and boost for my dull, dry skin, I opted for a customized Refresher (a custom light peel) and Infuser (an infusing microdermabrasian facial). The results were immediate and I emerged 90 minutes later, relaxed and glowing with no rednesss, no need to hide from the world. My skin was plump and dewy and I was recharged and ready to re-enter the day.

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With prices starting at $49, run don’t walk.

Protect what you’ve got. Correct what you’ve lost.  Love yourself more.

1 The Refresher: A CUSTOM LIGHT PEEL TO GET GLOWING

2 The Infuser: INFUSING MICRODERMABRASION FACIAL

3 The Lineless: INJECTIONS TO UNWRINKLE

4 The Spotless: THE LASER TO RESURFACE.

5 The Firminator: RADIOFREQUENCY TO TIGHTEN UP

SKINxFIVE
970 Monument Street, Suite #216
Pacific Palisades, CA 90272
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 xx Natasha B.

HEY YOGIS, HERE’S A LINE OF SKIN, HAIR AND BODY PRODUCTS JUST FOR YOU! YUNI BEAUTY

October 20, 2016

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I walked into the chic boutique of ALO Yoga studio in Beverly Hills on Tuesday evening to attend the gorgeous launch of YUNI BEAUTY and was blown away. YUNI BEAUTY is a beauty line, inspired by the athleisure movement, offering “mindful beauty for an active life.”  I had the pleasure of getting a first hand tour of each product from Emmanuel Rey, the founder himself, with much in-depth description and yummy sampling!  

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My stand out favorites were the SHOWER SHEETS; perfect for a post yoga session or workout wipe down (when your yoga studio has no shower available!) that smell incredibly clean, packed with essential oils AND the WIND-DOWN WONDER, a delicious warming body oil spray I used last night straight out of the bath; the perfect thing to send me off into blissful sleep!

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YUNI BEAUTY is a unique beauty and wellness line designed by yogis who have been in the beauty industry for more than 30 years. 

Their products are perfect for those seeking a continuum of beauty rituals in alignment with one’s overall wellness and self care. I’m in!

xx Cristy 

SKINFIX: Affordable Skincare At Target!

October 17, 2016

screen-shot-2016-10-17-at-7-06-59-pmWith Summer officially over and Fall in full motion, now is the time to focus on creating a barrier between the world and your delicate skin. Exposure to the upcoming Winter elements, pollutants and harsh cleansers can leave skin dehydrated and damaged.

Enter Skinfix, a super accessibly priced line available at Target. Yes, you heard me Target. So when you’re stocking up on your kids soccer shorts and family toilet paper, you can grab skincare that is Groomed LA approved for a nice low price point!

The Skinfix product line is clinically proved to rebuild and improve the skin’s natural barrier for healthier skin. I recently tried the full product line, and after just one month, I’m hooked. Not only did my skin immediately appear visibly brighter and cleaner, I have a bonafide healthy glow. 

Each luxurious formula in Skinfix’s Healthy Skin Face Collection is infused with a unique Healthy Skin Lipid Complex™, clinically proven to replenish essential skin lipids and maintain a healthy skin barrier. Designed to work together, the regimen is infused with rich emollient oils, proteins, peptides and natural extracts that encourage radiant, healthy, soft skin.

An added bonus — the line is inspired by the beauty and intricacy of South Korean pottery and the formulas are packaged in double-walled, airless bottles making them both beautiful and functional.

FOAMING OIL CLEANSER $14.99, MOISTURE BOOST SERUM $29.99, HYDRATING LOTION $19.99, NOURISHING CREAM $24.99, BRIGHTENING EYE CREAM $24.99

xo Natasha

Kat Rudu Skincare

October 14, 2016

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Kat Rudu is a Romanian-born skincare expert who’s created a cruelty-free, vegan skincare line. Drawing influence from her country, she combines old world European techniques with a modern approach to craft a pure biotic line of products. She caters to Hollywood elite and anyone who wants vibrant, bright skin from a line that’s free of fillers and synthetics. They are formulated to fit every woman, lifestyle, and skin type.

Known for her trademark, signature Jet Set facial, Rudu has developed quite a cult following with this customizable anti-aging treatment that uses oxygen infusion, and light gentle peeling to leave skin radiant, clean and with a cashmere-like glow.

Rudu’s mission is to create a natural collection of products that will prolong and enhance her treatments. Everything is paraben free and she uses pure biotic ingredients.

Some of cult favorite products include:

Hydra Cell Bright Citrus Moisturizer: An ultra sheer moisturizer with a natural brightening and oxygenating formula that fades sunspots, lightens hyperpigmentation and restores brilliance with Kojic Acid and Licorice Root.  

Hydra Cell Vitamin C Serum: A botanical Vitamin C and vegan hyaluronic acid combined with Vitamin E  to feed and plump damaged, acne prone, and oily skin.

Jet Set Overnight Cream: A renovating plumping cream that is a miracle fixer for thirsty, inflamed, tired skin.  Formulated with the most medically advanced active organic ingredients, it’s perfect for oily, eczema and acne prone skin.  It’s an all over ageless cream for face, eyes, lips, neck and décolleté.

www.katrudu.com

Kat R

xo LD