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Finally! Straight Hair NO Chemicals! Spoke & Weal’s Signature Smoothing Treatment

October 9, 2015

Finally!!! I was skeptical. No, no, this is NOT GOING TO WORK!

But it did. Silky, straight – just like a Brazilian but without the toxic scariness.

THANK YOU, GOD – my Jew frizz is gone (for the moment).

Spoke & Weal’s Signature Smoothing Treatment is a proprietary silk-amino smoothing treatment that leaves hair feeling youthful, soft and completely de-frizzed.

S&W technicians are trained in application. The treatment is $350 and lasts 12 weeks +. Or 75.00 for an express add-on to any service (12 days or 12 washes)
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Like keratin and other treatments, you must not use sulfates to cleanse your hair…Only sulfate-free shampoo and conditioner may be used  (damage remedy / dry remedy / men’s pureformance / scalp benefits / co-wash from Aveda all work great). Sulfates will reduce the effectiveness. We tested this as well and it’s  true.

The silk molecules do not sit on top of hair like keratin (with keratin think lamination) rather they penetrate and fill in the hair strands smoothing out roughness and eliminating frizz, puffiness, dryness and damage. I haven’t experienced results like this before. It’s botanical hair treatment on steroids.

The deal-e-o:
Softens hair (visually and to touch)
Completely eliminated frizz (my hair, NYC / August)
No smell
No chemicals
No wait time (can shower, gym, or enjoy a color service right after)
Especially good for curly / coarse / damaged / color treated (or color mistreated!)
Preserves moisture (usually I need to wash because my ends dry (this is due to the oils from my scalp Not reaching down the curls) with this treatment my hair stays soft and hydrated for days (whether or not I wash my hair)

if you have fine, limp, oily and straight hair, this product may soften too much.

Guests may book online.

http://www.spokeandweal.com/wp-content/uploads/SW_0189-1-1.jpgNearly everyone at each salon is now certified to use.

Tata Harper NEW Luminous Definition: How To Contour and Highlight Kit and ARTIS Fluenta Oval 6 Contouring Brush

October 6, 2015

duo-3Tata Harper is every beauty insider’s favorite. Her NEW Luminous Definition: How To Contour and Highlight Kit is my Fall go-to makeup – literally all I am wearing (besides lashes by Amanda!!).

And with contouring being all the latest rage, wanted to make sure you had THE ultimate contouring essential, Artis Fluenta Oval 6, in order to achieve gorgeous makeup looks for all of your holiday galas!

Tata Harper Luminous Definition: How To Contour and Highlight Kit
($77 at Tata Harper Skincare.com):

This contouring kit gives you an effortless way to subtly accentuate your natural beauty by sculpting and highlighting in five easy steps. Bronzing and highlighting formulas contain neuropeptide technology to promote a smooth, plump look while pure natural pigments and pearlescents deliver slenderizing and brightening effects.

The dark shade contours and remodels to create depth, while the sheer highlighting shade catches and reflects light to brighten the areas that the sun would naturally illuminate.

Plus, inside you’ll find Tata’s contouring guide with simple instructions for seamless blending and building to achieve an everyday multi-dimensional look.

The finished effect: a luminous, sculpted look that accentuates key features while still looking unmistakably, beautifully you.
Set Contains:
·         Very Bronzing
·         Very Illuminating
·         Complimentary sample of the Regenerating Cleanser
·         Complimentary sample of the Resurfacing Mask
·         Complimentary samples of the Lip and Cheek Tint in Very Charming and Very Nice

ARTIS Fluenta Oval 6

($56 at Neiman Marcus, NeimanMarcus.com, Bergdorf Goodman and BergdorfGoodman.com):
Helping to achieve the ultimate winter beauty trend – CONTOURING – Artis brushes were MADE for this! The ultimate makeup application tool for your kit and created by former MAC Senior Executive and Artis Founder, Matthew Waitesmith, this makeup brush applies product to the entire eye lid, foundation to the face, or contours the cheekbone area. It applies blush beautifully to the apple of the cheek and blends, so that the application looks natural and healthy, to provide a glow when needed most!

phytomer rosee soin radiance replenishing oil

September 29, 2015

phytomer-rose-soin-radiance-replenishing-oil-serum-ansikte-oljaBrighten, hydrate and restore your skin’s natural luster with Phytomer Rose Soin – Radiance Replenishing Oil.  ($94)

This lightweight dry oil absorbs into your skin quickly to create a velvety finish without leaving a greasy residue. This facial oil adds a protective barrier over the skin to retain moisture and prevent tight, dry feeling skin.  Loving it as my skin transitions to fall, underneath sunblock (of course!!).

Nourishing algae extracts and botanical oils work together to moisturize skin, promote a healthy, radiant glow, eiminate impurities, add immediate hydration to soften the appearance of fine lines.

With a soothing rose scent (my fave) for an element of aromatherapy to immerse you in a sea of calm. Hell yes!

Key Ingredients:

    • D-TOX Microalgae Oil – helps combat free radicals and eliminate toxins and pollutants that damage your skin cells
  • Rose Oil replenishes skin with soothing protection
  • Gorse Oil – activates the skin’s water channels to increase suppleness
  • Jojoba Oil – strengthens the natural moisture barrier to protect skin against dehydration and improves elasticity.

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Tackle Transitional Skin With Murad

September 28, 2015

Now that the days are getting shorter and the summer tans are starting to fade, it’s time to tackle the remains of sunny summers past (where did those spots come from?!). The transition can be tough on everyone. Here are my top transition picks from Dr. Murad’s post-summer skin Rx prescription.

 

 Intensive-C Radiance Peel lifts away sun damage to reveal radiant skin.

Radiance Peel
Brighten, smooth and hydrate to see a radiant glow after just one treatment. Glycolic Acid exfoliates to accelerate turnover of dark damaged cells, removing dullness and improving skin texture. Myrtle Extract supports cellular renewal to boost youthful resilience and elasticity. Vitamin C and Indian Fig protect against free radical damage while enhancing skin clarity and luminosity.  $55
Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum lightens sun and age spots to help you achieve a more even-toned complexion.

Pigment Lighten Serum

Fast-acting treatment featuring Hydroquinone fades dark spots, age spots, and freckles. Our skin-lightening serum also evens out skin tone to reveal a clearer, brighter complexion while helping prevent future pigment formation. $60

Our Hydroquinone serum is suggested for people looking to:
• Fade age spots
• Lighten dark spots
• Even skin tone

Essential-C Night Moisture works overnight to repair and protect your skin from exposure to free radicals.

Essential C

Antioxidant-enriched hydrator featuring a patented technology designed to improve skin while you sleep. Vitamins A, C and E encourage cell turnover to improve skin firmness.$65

Sip, Scrub, Stimulate, Sooth and Spray Your Way to Younger Skin with Kerstin Florian’s New Chamomile Skin Care

September 24, 2015

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Shower/Bath Gel: $36.00 13.5 FL OZ Scrub: $40.00 6 FL OZ
Lotion: $45.00 13.5 FL OZ
Spray: $32.00 4 FL
Kerstin Florian’s new Chamomile Skin Care range is heating up as the weather starts to cool down for the season. The new chamomile skin care is soothing, calming and great for sensitive or acne prone skin types, as well as those who suffer from inflammation. The four products in the collection include: a chamomile body scrub, a gentle chamomile bath gel and body lotion along with a body spray.

In addition to a warm, comforting and fragrant way to end the day, Chamomile is an active botanical and protects your skin from free radical damage.Used since ancient times and comprised of different daisy-like plants (all members of the Asteraceae family), Chamomile is great for healing wounds, anti-inflammatory and additional health benefits.  Chamomile functions as a natural skin lightener, promotes a healthy glow and restores its natural moisture content. Additionally the leaves add strong anti-fungal, antibacterial and antiseptic properties making it an excellent aid to minor skin wounds by disinfection.

Available starting October at www.kerstinflorian.com