Ok folks, I've hit the jackpot.  I finally found a skincare expert who goes beyond anything I've ever imagined. TERRI LAWTON.  

It was profoundly clear after one session that this is the premiere woman in all of Los Angeles to see when you are serious about skincare and age management.  Terri is someone you want to start a long standing relationship with because it's obvious that she will align your skin into being its best self.

I had been hearing about Terri for ages from my dear friend who is an expert in all areas of the best of the best.  I've even sent clients to her, just from hearing about her work.  Finally I took the plunge.  She was so beyond brilliant, I felt transformed afterward in ways I cannot even explain. That may be due to the fact that she doesn't just work 'on' your skin, she works on your whole face from the inside out.  How does she do this?  Terri uses Cranial Sacral Therapy to unlock stored and stuck energy –  a big piece in the puzzle of skin health – awakening the skin, so to speak, so that it can perform at its maximum potential. 

Terri analyzed my skin from an incredibly deep place.  With her 30 years of skincare expertise, holistic, Eastern meets Western approach, she is able to delve into what's happening not just on the surface of the skin but also how the deeper dermal layers are behaving (uh, not so great, in my case).   Within minutes of lying on the table in her fabulous studio, I was conked out, snoring deeply, as she did some otherworldly Cranial Facial work on me to release toxins and start moving energy around.  Then it was on to an amazing process of formulations, specificly blended to my needs, (Copper Peptides!), scrubs and light Micro-dermabrasion, one after the other, and all I can say is by the time I left I literally looked like I had gone through an amazing transformation.  And Terri told me, just wait until five more days to really see my skin responding to the treatment. I still feel like I cannot explain what she does, you just have to trust me and experience her for yourself.  I wish I could just treat all my readers to a treatment because I can guarantee you will be blown away.

Her studio is so elegant, tasteful and beautiful that I wanted to move in.  

There was a gorgeous man with glowing perfect skin waiting for a treatment when I was getting ready to leave.  "Aha, first time?" he asked, when he saw I was near tears, blown away by the work Terri had just performed on me.  He chuckled, "yep, that's how I felt the first time."   Then he told me how he dropped every thing else, massages, chiropractic, etc., because Terri got him into such clear alignment, just from working on his face, head and neck, that she was his only go to person now.

Below is a bit about Terri and a list of her services. 

All I can say is when you are ready to settle down and find the person who will guide your skin into true radiance, look no further. It's no wonder celebs like Demi Moore, Rachel Weisz, Kerri Russel, Jude Law, Kate Bosworth and Naomi Watts trust their skin to her.

Terri Lawton is known for her profound practitioner insight into the art of beauty activation through a results-oriented approach to Skincare & Age Management. For over two decades, she has been a practicing esthetician and practitioner of the esoteric and healings arts with advanced-level training in the areas of Chinese Meridian Therapy, chemistry and biological science, including Eastern Therapies and Western Holistic applications. In addition to her on-going client treatment work, Terri is a sought-after skincare product and spa consultant, lecturer and media spokesperson in the areas of Beauty, Skincare and overall Health & Wellness techniques.

Now with over 20 years of beauty industry experience, Terri currently finds herself positioned on the cutting-edge of esoteric treatment techniques and skincare product alchemy. Through a unique blend of science and art, Terri Lawton Skincare has evolved into the one-stop destination for beauty seekers of all ages. With her West Coast salon located in Los Angeles, Terri services an international client base via customized skincare treatments, hands-on consultations and specialized product sales.

Known for her innovative approach to Skincare & Age Management, Terri’s palette of beauty offerings includes skin analysis and cleansing, facial contouring, pre and post plastic surgery applications, anti-aging and stress treatments as well as several organic and herbal masks and peels. Terri Lawton Skincare continues to provide services to a broad range of mainstream and celebrity clientele and has been featured in media and publications including Allure, In Style and Harper’s Bazaar.

Signature Custom Facial The Custom Facial that ha s everyone talking is a 3-Level Technique.  (1)   Facial Treatment – Thorough and customized to each client’s needs, this stage of the treatment cleans and tones using refined and extremely high-quality product with organic ingredients, whenever possible.  (2)   Energy Work – A special blend of tissue and meridian therapy is applied that taps and activates “beauty chi” and also releases blocked energy. (3)   Cranial Facial Work –A unique variation on Cranial Sacral Therapy that Terri has developed is included to directly address facial structure, symmetry and the release of stress. Includes all that a regular facial addresses, analysis, skin preparation, extractions if needed, nourishing the skin back to balance.  Intraceuticals Oxygen Infusion Facial This state-of-the-art facial treatment uses a custom combination of oxygen under pressure and unique hydration factors that increase vitality levels and produce an instant visible lift. High performance ingredients such as vitamins, antioxidants and amino peptides are used to provide a significant improvement in the appearance of skin tone, fine lines, pigmentation issues and wrinkles. Hydration levels are balanced and dramatically increased activating more luminous, vital and younger-looking skin. Immediate results are seen after just one calming, soothing Oxygen Infusion Facial Treatment. This is safe for all skin types – even the most sensitive or stressed skin.  Light Peel Treatments  A variety of organic-based corrective products are used in an almost homeopathic fashion to balance, restore and correct specific skin conditions. The product ingredients smell good enough to eat and are effective without being harsh or irritating. These treatments help balance cosmetic acne, sun damage, fatigued and devitalized skin and are all detoxifying and anti-aging. These specific peel products are used to increase glow and vitality in the skin and while peeling is not the intention of this process, some light exfolliation may occassionally occur. Microdermabrasion & Concentrated LED Light Therapy This state-of-the-art treatment combines Microdermabrasion to resurface and improve the skin’s complexion with Concentrated Light Therapy to promote collagen regeneration for fine lines and wrinkles. This treatment addresses anti-aging on two fronts: Microdermabrasion Crystal or Ultrasonic Microdermabrasion creates dramatic results through skin resurfacing. This safe, non-invasive procedure deeply exfoliates the skin and stimulates the growth of healthy new cells. The result is fresher, younger-looking skin and a noticeable reduction in the appearance of fine lines. Concentrated Light Therapy This remarkable, anti-aging treatment utilizes the state-of-the-art LED Technology to reduce fine lines and wrinkles without the pain, tissue damage and downtime associated with more invasive procedures. While safe and effective for all skin types, a minimum series of six treatments is recommended to maintain lasting results. The following applications of this new facial treatment are now available: • Anti-Aging (collagen regeneration for fine lines and wrinkles) • Acne Treatment • Broken Capillary Treatment (priced per ½ hour) • Pigmentation and Sun Damage • Rosacea and Psoriasis Over time, some of the many benefits of this specialized treatment include the softening of fine lines and wrinkles, the reduction and clearing of acne and broken capillaries and the balancing of uneven skin pigmentation. A standard Concentrated Light Therapy session will include microdermabrasion as part of the treatment, unless contra-indicated by a specific skin type or condition. The Microdermabrasion & Concentrated LED Light Therapy Treatments run approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes with each treatment session booked out at 1 hour and 30 minutes total in salon time.Age Management Facial Bio Ultimate Face Toning Lift A painless and non-invasive procedure that uses a low-level electrical microcurrent to lift, tone and revitalize the skin. The result is visible firming and smoothing of the skin with substantial improvements in overall skin tone and elasticity. European Thermal Modelage Treatment Great for special events or whenever you need a special lift, this is a true spa-quality treatment that is soothing and relaxing. The deep heat modelage mask provides the ultimate in product penetration and nourishment combined with a light lymphatic facial treatment that pushes toxins out and brings nutrients in at the same time. Available with or without the collagen fiber mask. Collagen Fiber Mask This treatment includes everything in the one-hour facial. A special 100% collagen fiber mask made in Switzerland is applied to give the most potent hydration to temporarily soften fine lines. Microcurrent Mask This treatment combines the most updated electrical technology using low levels of micro current. This technology mirrors the body’s own natural impulses, enables superior product penetration and stimulates, balances and hydrates the skin. Fill out a skin analysis to work with Terri on your needs… Terri Lawton Skincare & Age Management 931 1/2 La Cienega Los Angeles, CA 90069  310.855.0895

When you arrive to a facial and this (see divine photo below) is in the spa waiting for you, well, really…what more can you say?  

The La Prairie Spa at the Beverly Hills Hotel is truly the creme de la creme.  And not just because it's well, the Beverly Hills Hotel , but because the La Prairie product line is simply sublime, the best of the best, the finest of the fine.  And the La Prairie trained technicians are so skilled and knowledgeable that you can rest assured you are in the hands of the skin gods.

And that is exactly what my skin looked like when I left.  Angelic. (Not sure how that analogy works, but you get the point.  I hope).

This is what I had:

Cellular Resurfacing Facial (60min) + Platinum Infusion “replenishing enhancement”. 

Platinum Rare Infusion: the absolute apex of luxury within facials.  Infused into the skin through active massage, this highly concentrated formula of Cellular Cream Platinum Rare, La Prairie’s newest and most powerful anti-aging cream, recharges the skin’s electrical balance with pure platinum, leaving skin radiant, youthful and glowing.   

Cellular Resurfacing Facial (one hour)
Professional levels of alpha-hydroxy and beta-hydroxy acids will renew and retexturize.  This intense exfoliation minimizes enlarged pores, evens skin tone, and promotes the most flawless look possible. 

**FOR THE COMPLETE LIST, SEE THE EXTENSIVE DELICIOUS MENU BELOW.**

I seriously looked, what I think, was a good five years younger.  My skin was glistening.  When my hubby saw me, he did a double take – and this was without a stitch of make-up.  He was like: Holy expletive! You look amazing!  It looked like I had diamonds on my face or something.  I was glistening, plumped up, vitamin infused in a way I cannot remember looking after a facial.

Never mind the heavenly treatment room…

You also will relish in the elegant accoutrement's, the steam, the awesome shower and those goodies that come when you set foot in the spa  such as pitchers of cucumber water, fresh fruit, cozy robe and towels, the cloud of a table you lie on, the lovely talented facialist…

But these products – well, you will just want to eat them.

I left with some amazing goodies that I am savoring to the last little drop. A luxurious eye and night cream.  It's all true – La Prairie formulations are the best stuff on earth.  So save your pennies, toss out the other crap and put your money where your face is with this stuff. There is no way to wrong.  Seriously. 

And if you need a major spa getaway, it's worth it to go the extra distance and treat yourself to what you deserve. Knock yourself out and spend a few hours feeling like a trillion bucks at this spa.  You deserve it!

The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa by La Prairie

The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa by La Prairie is located on the Promenade level of the hotel. La Prairie has been in the forefront of the anti-aging revolution for the past half century. La Prairie's unique cellular facials, therapeutic massages, and impeccable attention to elegance make The Beverly Hills Hotel Spa by La Prairie a luxurious, restorative oasis to help you de-stress, rejuvenate, and pamper yourself with age-defying science and skincare expertise. 

The 1916-square-foot spa has six treatment rooms including two couples suites, private cabanas on the upper level above the pool, separate steam rooms and saunas for men and women, and other state-of-the-art innovations.

Open seven days a week from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm, the spa offers a treatment menu with more than 40 different remedies, including signature services that allow clients to experience La Prairie's one-of-a-kind body therapies. For off-the-chart pampering and tranquility, the spa provides both in-room and poolside services. 

COMPLETE SPA MENU – OUTTA THIS WORLD!!

Here's a list of my fave treatments:

PLATINUM
RARE INfUSIon (add 15 minutes to your facial) 15 minutes $175

A
treasure beyond price to preserve, protect, and arrest the appearance of time.
Infused into the skin 

through
active massage, this highly concentrated formula recharges skin’s electrical
balance with pure 

platinum
and produces a remarkable radiant glow.

CAVIAR
INTENSIVE EYE LIfT TREATMENT (add 15 minutes to your facial) 15 minutes $100

Precious
skin caviar, the most intensely concentrated age fighters, and La Prairie’s
cellular complex 

immediately
minimize the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, crow’s feet, dark circles, and
puffiness. 

NECK
& DéCoLLETé fIRMING AND REfINING TREATMENT (add 15 minutes to your facial)
15 minutes $100

Restore
beauty and firmness to this delicate area. La Prairie’s 3-Minute Peel
retexturizes and evens 

skin
tone, and Cellular Bust and Décolleté Complex firms and hydrates.

SCALP
TENSIoN RELIEVER (add 15 minutes to your facial or massage) 15 minutes $75

A
lavender compress relieves eye and temple strain, while a deeply relaxing and
therapeutic scalp 

massage
restores balance and tranquility.

look and feel radiant, luscious and
vibrantly alive.

CAVIAR
fIRMING fACIAL 90 minutes $300

True
luxury with an unprecedented concentration of Caviar Extracts, AHA’s and unique
sea proteins 

will
give you cause for celebration. This indulgent facial leaves your skin feeling
transformed, lifted 

and
illuminated. Includes the Caviar Intensive Eye Lift Treatment.

AGING
INTERVENTIoN fACIAL  60 minutes
$200

La
Prairie has revolutionized the fight against aging starting at the core level
with advanced complexes 

to
rebuild skin’s firmness and elasticity, and deliver superior hydration.

ADVANCED
MARINE BIOLOGY • YOUTH PROTECTION FACIAL 60 minutes $200

La
Prairie has captured the rarest ingredients found in the depths of the ocean
derived exclusively from 

marine
plants grown by sustainable means. 
Lightweight formulations repair, rehydrate, replenish, and 

energize
your skin with powerful undersea anti-oxidants, sea algae, sea pearls, and
mineral rich sea water.

CELLULAR
RESURfACING fACIAL 60 minutes $200

Professional
levels of alpha-hydroxy and beta-hydroxy acids will renew and retexturize. This
intensive 

resurfacing
treatment minimizes enlarged pores, evens skin tone, and promotes a flawless
look.

General
Information 

Open
every day of the year, 7am – 10pm 

To
avoid a full fee charge, we require 6 hours advance notice to cancel or
reschedule an individual service and 24 hours advance

notice
for multiple services. A valid credit card is required to hold your
reservation. La Prairie gift certificates are available and can be

applied towards the
purchase of products or services. To purchase, visit the spa or call (310)
887-2505

9641 Sunset Boulevard • Beverly Hills, CA 90210 • (310) 887-2505 • laprairie@beverlyhillshotel.com