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GOT FAT? KISS IT BUH-BYE WITH LYNN BANFI AT PER AMORE. THIS HOLLYWOOD/CELEB SECRET IS OUT

October 18, 2010

I just got a master class on my least favorite subject – FAT!

You heard me.  A full on lecture about the curious nature of how fat lives in our bodies, how the skin sits on top of it and alas, a dissertation on the mother of all body-nightmares – cellulite. 

The brilliant Lynn Banfi who is more schooled on this subject than a PhD., took me on a visual tour not only of the layers of our bodies, overhead projections and all, but also on a tour of the thousands of bodies she has rid of the most varmant-y skin plague of all – CELLULITE.

Show me a woman who isn't racked about cellulite, fat, thin, whoever, and I'll show you a…well, I forget the other half of that expression.  But ya' get the point.

Cellulite isn't picky.  It wrecks havoc on fat and thin alike, men and women.  Even little kids.  That's because it has nothing to do with FAT.  In lay mans terms, it's a hormonal/skin thang

Lynn has been doing stuff with ultra-sound machines and various pieces of non-invasive-equipment like Dermsonic and Smoothshapes (think Endermologie on steroids) that literally flush the stuff out of your body, smooths the texture of the skin, re-contours the body, with zero downtime and it's actually quite affordable. Then again, can you really put a price of cellulite removal? Oh, did I mention it feels amazing.  It is after all called "Dermasonic Massage."

I experienced her brilliance for myself the other day.  Having just had surgery, my body has been swelling up a bit and retaining fluid big time.  This is called edema.  Lynn's work involves lymph drainage and moving fluid out of the body and several doctors and top-notch plastic surgeons send their patients to Lynn to help speed the healing process post-op.  They all know her work.  We took measurements before and after and I saw with my own eyes that every body part worked on was 1/2 inch smaller post-treatment.  Can you say, sign me up for next week? 

You've  got to go to her website to see the before and afters with your own eyes.  In her office she took me through hundreds of these and explained every case.  This is no joke.  This is the real thing.  So when you see these celebs in micro-mini's with perfect legs, just know, they're getting a little help.  I feel like I just solved the fricken Divinci code, having discovered Lynn.  (Ooh and psyched I get to share her with you!)

If you've been fighting the good-cellulite fight for years and getting nowhere, get your dimples to Lynn asap.

In the meantime start drinking tons of water RIGHT NOW. That's a big part of flushing the crap out.

 

Mention Groomed L.A. and get a 15% discount on any series!

A series of  10 Smoothshapes or Dermosonic is $1750.

So that is a reduction of $262.50.  Talk about trimming the fat!

AND take home a big ole gift in product: like the Mama Mio creams and serums or the anti-cellulite garments from Italy.  PARTY!!

 

Per Amore

 

415 N. Camden Dr. Suite 219
Beverly Hills, CA 90210

(310) 248-5201

WeCare@peramore.com

We perform a limited range of treatments in addition to Cellulite Treatments. Our focus is the overall well being of the body as a means to its aesthetic. We offer NON SURGICAL treatments and products that address those issues including cellulite, skin rejuvenation, skin protection.

  • Smoothshapes treatments for:
        – Cellulite Reduction
        – Subcutaneous Fat Reduction
        – Skin Thightening

  • Dermosonic treatments for:
        – Cellulite Reduction
        – Body Contouring
        – Post- Op Recovery

  • Dermosonic – (Ultrasound only) for:
        – Physiotherapy 
        – Soniontophoresis

  • Dermosonic – (N.I.S.T. only) for:
        – Peripheral Circulation Disorders
        – Treatment of Minor Muscle Aches and Pain 

  • Infrared treatments for:
        – Body Detoxification 
        – Immune System Support

  • Galvanic Spa treatments for:
        – Skin rejuvenation

 


Natasha learns to LOVE THY HAIR. Marcus Daniels at Giuseppe Franco Salon in Beverly Hills for a Fiberceutic Intra-Cylane treatment.

October 13, 2010

I’m a bad girl – when it comes to my hair, that is. I brush, blow-dry, color, curl, straighten, swim and spend hours under the sun – and yet I simply refuse to cut my lifeless locks. Long, thick, shiny hair is a sign of youth, so treating it with love – and a little in-salon fiber-filling procedure — is crucial.

A few weeks ago I popped in for a visit with Marcus Daniels at Giuseppe Franco Salon in Beverly Hills for a Fiberceutic Intra-Cylane treatment. Inspired by non-surgical alternatives for the skin – think Botox, laser hair removal, etc – L’Oreal’s Fiberceutic is a technological breakthrough that provides emergency care deep inside the cortex of the hair fiber.

Marcus applied the serum, waited five minutes, rinsed, and voila – my hair was instantly reconstructed and strengthened. Jessie – the most insane stylist there – gave me a quick bang trim and dried my hair so well it lasted a full week.

I was turning heads as I bid farewell to Marcus and Jessie, FOR REAL. My hair looked amazing. My locks felt volumized, soft, silky, touchable. I was almost inspired to be good… Almost.

xo   Natasha

Fiberceutic

 

GIUSEPPE FRANCO SALON

Marcus and Jessie

350 North Canon Drive

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

(310) 274-8967

http://www.giuseppefrancosalon.com/

 

 

GROOMED L.A.’S “THE SHPIEL” – HAIRCUT WITH LIZ DEVIN AT ANDY LeCOMPTE SALON

October 12, 2010

 

LIZ DEVIN

Andy LeCompte Salon

616 N Almont Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90069
(310) 273-4100

Clients and celebrities alike have flocked to Liz from all over the country, for the benefits of the Brazilian Blowout treatment, as she has become the expert in Southern California. Thrilled with the results and her expertise, clients continue to come back time and time again. Having assisted Andy Lecompte, Liz is also a highly trained cutting specialist, offering men’s and women’s styles that range from trendy and fun to low-maintenance layered locks.

Women’s Haircut $250
Men’s Haircut $100 
Brazilian Blowout $375 and up

 

Dr. Leif Liu Rogers, M.D., F.A.C.S. – Beverly Hills Aesthetic Surgery Center

October 10, 2010

You've be seeing a ton of posts from Groomed L.A.s brilliant contributing editors and not too many from moi lately as I've been outta commish. I recently had some very intense reconstructive surgery and I'm still in recovery mode. The brilliant, genius that is Dr. Leif Rogers performed his excellence on me in a complex operation that I needed as a result of bilateral hip replacement surgeries gone wild six years ago. 

Twelve days post-op, I'm doing fantastically thanks to having found, after an intensive six year search, a surgeon whose excellence was not only in reconstruction, facile with the most advanced, cutting edge techniques to revise, contour and sculpt with subtlety and naturalness, but also an olymplian pro with eye for aesthetics.

Dr. Rogers is renowned for rebuilding and creating beautiful natural looking breasts from nothing for cancer survivors (one of the few specialists who perform the DIEP Flap procedure), wound closures and for having a fabulous eye/hand/skill for cosmetics and contours on all areas of the body.  He's a surgeon with vision and I am more than amazed at what he was able to do with me.  Not to mention, eternally grateful.  His staff and entire team has been incredible in making me feel comfortable in every way (Robin, Jo, Kelly, they all excel at what they do), were wonderful when it came to dealing with daunting insurance paperwork, beyond helpful in tracking what my post-op recovery would be like and helped to facilitate the best after care ever (more on THAT later!). Post-op follow up has been phenomenal.

But wow, if doctor's are gods as they say, then one exists on Bedford Drive.

Dr. Leif Rogers

(310) 860-8915

436 Bedford Drive, Suite 103, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

info@leifrogersmd.com www.leifrogersmd.com

Dr. Leif Rogers obtained his medical degree at Columbia University, College of Physicians and Surgeons, and completed his clinical training in General and Plastic Surgery at Columbia University and University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, respectively. He also completed a Cosmetic Fellowship at Lenox Hill and Manhattan Eye, Ear and Throat Hospitals, and is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery.

Dr. Rogers’ practice consists of an equal mix of aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. Aesthetic procedures he specializes in include the latest techniques in facial aesthetics, facial rejuvenation, and body contouring. As a member of the trauma team, and the Cancer Center at the Huntington Hospital in Pasadena. Dr. Rogers performs advanced trauma reconstructions and has become known as one of the few surgeons that performs the DIEP flap post-breast cancer reconstruction. 

Dr. Rogers is on the Board of Directors for the Afghanistan World Foundation and will lead a team to Afghanistan to train Afghan doctors in techniques that will help in emergency health services and reconstruction. These vital skills will help twenty first century Afghanistan overcome ongoing and new hardships. 

Click here for a copy of Dr. Rogers' CV.

Dr. Rogers currently is in private practice in Beverly Hills and Pasadena, California.

For more information go to:
www.leifrogersmd.com 
www.afghanistanworldfoundation.org  

or email Dr. Rogers' office
admin@leifrogersmd.com

 

 


 

BLISS MY FACE – Michelle Ray checks out Erin Hollis’ O2 Madonna facial

October 8, 2010

Erin Hollis of Bliss My Face in Studio City offers the ultimate anti aging facials in the valley!  I've mostly had fluffy, relaxing type facials with candles and foot massages, which are great, but was ready for the "results oriented" treatment Erin is known for.  I tried the O2 Madonna, which for my sensitive, dehydrated skin included a thorough cleansing, facial massage, lactic acid peel, diamond peel and extractions.  Erin explains the different peel options available, and customizes the treatment to your skin type and specific issues.  

When she shared about her approach to the facial, I was concerned there might be redness after, or downtime. She assured me this wasn't the case, and she was right. The lactic acid peel, my first, barely stung and the extractions were virtually painless. The next step was a cooling, soothing oxygen treatment infused with vitamins and enzymes to support collagen and elastin production, very important for those of us in the over 30 crowd. About an hour later, my skin truly looked younger – super refined, smooth, lifted, fresher.   Even my hands were treated to a peel which diminished spots and brightened the skin.

Three days, my skin is so clear that I skipped the light foundation I use most days. This facial is recommended every four to eight weeks for maintaining your new younger, fresher face.

Bliss, indeed!

Erin is passionately committed to results oriented skin treatments featuring the Ayur Medic line. She also is very experienced in treating acne and hyper pigmentation.

In Erin's words: Always on the cutting edge, I use Ayur-Medic skin care products, the perfect balance between time-honored holistic principles and state of the art medical research, to create optimal results. Every client will have a facial specially customized for their own personal skin needs whether it be Anti-Aging, Polysensitive, Acne, Hyper-pigmentation, or Dry Skin. Facial includes Cleanse, Scrub, an Enzyme Peel, steam, two different Masks, extractions, and a hand treatment. Truly blissful and exhilarating for your face, neck, chest and mind.

XO Michelle 

 

12445 Ventura Blvd
Studio City, CA 91604
Neighborhood: Studio City

(818) 233-0114