Le Petit Spa features candles to set the mood this Valentines Day and keep Mother Nature happy!

Le Petit Spa features Soy Candles - to set the mood and keep Mother Nature happy!

The most popular new trend in candles has come to Le Petit Spa! Soy Candles are the new, natural way to create romance in the air this Valentines Day!

Le Petit Spa offers a clean burning solution that is as good for your household environment as it is for Mother Nature.

Benefits of Soy Candles:

• Clean burning – does not pollute the environment


• Will not turn walls black or dirty


• Slow burning – more value for your buck!

These candles are made from 100% Soya wax, derived from natural (genetically unmodified) Soya beans. This innovative alternative to paraffin and beeswax contains 0% lead, emits 0% petrol-carbon soot (contains 0% petroleum-derived by-products), it melts at a lower temperature than other waxes and it is water-soluble and biodegradable.

Featuring French Lavender as the Signature scent of these wonderful candles, they create an ambiance that is relaxing as well as stimulating.

Le Petit Spa has incorporated these brilliant candles into their Signature Body Care line; all products featuring French Lavender to soothe and promote relaxation.

Come into Le Petit Spa today to experience their Signature Body Care line featuring exquisite bathrobes, towels and a full range of bath products; all designed to help this Valentines Day be your most romantic ever!

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Le Petit Spa makes giving the gift of relaxation even easier this Valentines Day

Massage Services for Valentines Day

Vancouver Day spa services in a French Country Inspired theme. Lavender and soft candle lit treatment rooms are your sanctuary this Valentines Day, as your Le Petit Spa massage therapist works and smoothes all of your worries away.

Featuring four different kinds of massage treatments, you’ll be sure to find one at Le Petit Spa that will meet your bodies every whim and desired need.

Le Petit Spa’s Full Body Massage

Using the powerful aromatherapy benefits of Lavender, you will enter a world of deep relaxation as your Le Petit Spa massage therapist concentrates on specific areas of your body while determining any areas that require special attention. Available in 60, 75 or 90 minute increments, this massage will leave you feeling completely satisfied and indulged. Massage Gift Certificates available for Valentines Day…

Check out our Gift Certificate promotion for Valentines Day…

Hot Stone Massage

Incorporating warm lava stones into your full body massage stimulates different organs and circulatory systems through heat therapy. Promoting the same results and benefits as a regular full body massage, this 75 minute treatment will leave you feeling warm, rejuvenated and completely pampered. Massage Gift Certificates available for Valentines Day…

Reflexology

Reflexology is a pressure point massage technique that uses a mirror image map of your body to target specific areas of your body. It is thought that each part of your foot represents a particular part of your body. Reflexology promotes detoxification, blood circulation, improved organ and gland function and reduces stress. A professional Reflexology treatment at Le Petit Spa will leave you feeling grounded and balanced with a new found sense of energy. Gift Certificates available for Valentines Day…

Prenatal Massage

A Prenatal Massage at Le Petit Spa is designed specifically for those who are expecting and are in their second or third trimester. Our highly trained massage therapists are aware of all body parts that need special attention due to the extra strain of carrying a baby; the lower back and legs are all paid attention to. Read more on Prenatal Massage at Le Petit Spa…

Gift Certificates are available at Le Petit Spa for Valentines Day with a special promotion for the month of February: When you purchase your Gift Certificate on-line from Le Petit Spa before the 10th of February, you will receive free shipping! Buy Gift Certificates / cards on - line now...

Check out our daily promotions at Le Petit Spa; all delivering the best value in day spa services in Vancouver.

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Signature Sundays at Le Petit Spa is your "Signature" Day!

Signature Sundays

Le Petit Spa’s own Signature Day and you're invited!

Le Petit Spa has been voted within the top three day spas in Vancouver for three years straight!

Featuring their own Signature Body Care line and their very own Signature Services, all exclusive to Le Petit Spa, they have delivered the very best value in day spa services to Vancouver for the past three years.

The scent of French Lavender is Le Petit Spa’s choice for their Signature scent, and why wouldn’t it be? The unique French Country theme of Le Petit Spa, the finely tuned details and ambiance with the scent of French Lavender is as close to the Lavender fields of France as you’re going to get this side of the Atlantic!

The incorporation of Lavender into their Signature Pedicure, Manicures and aromatherapy massage is what makes Le Petit Spa services so intensely relaxing.

Le Petit Spa Signature Pedicure and Manicure feature Le Petit Spa’s own Signature Lavender sea salt scrub and Signature Lavender hand cream (manicure). Your senses are relaxed and your body highly nourished and cared for; there are no chemicals in the Le Petit Spa Signature Body Care line, it is completely natural.

Le Petit Spa Signature Facial incorporates the benefits of a facial with the aromatherapy benefits of Lavender; a hand massage with Le Petit Spa Signature Hand Cream is performed while you are masqueing.

Le Petit Spa Signature Lavender Body Scrub will have your body polished from head to toe! Your skin is left comfortable, velvety soft and supple after this full body exfoliation treatment. Lavender essential oil in this body scrub also lends aromatherapy benefits to deliver an optimal day spa experience.

To top off and feature their Signature Services, Le Petit Spa has “Signature Sundays” as a daily promotion. When you visit Le Petit Spa on a Sunday for a Signature Facial you will receive 10% off the purchase of any skin care products or Jane Iredale Mineral purchase as a “Thank you”!

Check out our other daily promotions, all delivering the best value in day spa services in Vancouver to all of Vancouver and the Lower Mainland.

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Le Petit Spa Valentines Day Spa Parties and Pedicures at Vancouver's #1 Day Spa!

Valentines Day Spa Parties!

Cupcakes, Cinnamon hearts and pedicures! Sounds like a fabulous way to spend the day with some of your closest gal pals!

Gather up to 10 of your closest gal pals for a Le Petit Spa Pedicure party; reasons to pick Le Petit Spa for your spa party:

• Privacy – You and your friends have their own private pedicure area and drying lounge to spend quality time together in.

• You are able to bring your own food into the spa, just as long it is non-fragrant!

• Le Petit Spa offers their clients either Red or White Organic French Wine to enjoy while receiving their pedicures.

• The best value in a professional spa pedicure in Vancouver and the Lower Mainland

• A relaxing and pampering atmosphere and one of the best spa experiences you’ll ever have

• Memories that will last for years to come!

Le Petit Spa offers a wide range of professional spa pedicures to suit every mood and style:

• Classic Pedicure – nail work, cuticle work and more, this hour long service will have your toes looking a sure “top ten”…Read more

• Signature Pedicure – this lavish indulgence features all the basics of a classic pedicure with a Lavender paraffin treatment added on…Read more

• Nail Art Pedicure – for the true flirty girls at heart, perfect for a romantic first date or a night out on the town, Le Petit Spa Nail Art Pedicure will deliver surely original tootsies! …Read more

• French Pedicure – Valentines Day wedding or any other formal affair? A Le Petit Spa French Pedicure will give you the clean formal manicured look you desire…Read more

Le Petit Spa offers Vancouver and the Lower Mainland “Toes-days”, the only Tuesday in Vancouver to offer you a special incentive to experience the best spa pedicures available…Read more

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Le Petit Spa - Vancouver Men's Spa Services and Gift Cards

Spas are not just for women anymore! Le Petit Spa offers many choices for today’s men that allow relaxation and grooming choices for the business - men of today. From facials, waxing and pedicures, the men that visit Le Petit Spa will be well taken care of and leave feeling invigorated and refreshed.

Incorporating all the same steps and procedures as our Signature Facial, this service uses the Phytomer Homme line, customized for the skin of a man.

Deeply relaxing and invigorating, this facial features:

• Phytomer Homme line for men
• Relaxing back massage
• Cleansing
• Toning
• Exfoliation
• Extractions (if needed)
• Customized facial mask
• Final customized facial treatment cream

Gift Certificates are available for the Phytomer Men’s facial as well as other men’s service at Vancouver’s Le Petit Spa including:

• Pour Les Hommes (Le Petit Spa men’s spa package)
• Le Petit Spa Men’s Facial

There are also many other great Gift Certificates available for the women in your life as well, be it you tween or teen sister, your mother, or mother in – law, you’re guaranteed to find the perfect gift to please even the impeccable spa palettes.

For more information on Vancouver’s Le Petit Spa gift cards and gift certificates, available on-line or with a “print-now” option, click here.

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Gift Certificates - the most popular choice at Le Petit Spa

Did you know? The number two most popular gift this holiday season is the Gift Card? In today’s market, people are choosing convenience when doing their holiday shopping instead of unique gifts.

Below are some interesting reasons as to why Gift Cards have become one of the top selling gifts!

1. Convenience – Instead of buying the wrong size of clothing, the wrong CD or something they don’t want, gift certificates are always welcome – its just like cash! And who doesn’t want more of the green stuff!

2. Luxury Items – Walking into a huge department store and trying to decide if he want’s a “fifty inch” or a “fifty-five” inch plasma T.V is a lot harder than picking a monetary denomination and allowing him to pick it out himself!

3. You decide when it’s time – The recipient decides when they use it!

4. Easy to give – Some stores have “print now” options on their website so you can purchase the gift card / certificate on line and have it emailed directly to the recipient, or you can print it off of the website and give directly to the recipient yourself!

5. Clueless? – Have you ever noticed how hard it is to buy for your best friend who has everything? I have! Does her favourite spa have Gift Cards available? Perfect! Problem solved.

Convinced that Gift Cards will make your holiday shopping a breeze? Read on to see how Le Petit Spa makes holiday shopping for your favourite spa diva easy as 1, 2, 3!

Gift cards and gift certificates are available by services or in denominations of $25, $50, $75,$100,$125, $150, $175, $200, $250 and $300.

1. First, select a gift card/certificate below.

2. Tell us how you’d like to receive the gift. Would you like to…

• Have it mailed to you or direct to the recipient? (If you choose this options, be sure to indicate during checkout whether you would prefer regular or express shipping)
• Print off a gift certificate and give it to the recipient yourself? This saves both time and shipping costs.
• Have it sent to the recipient by email?

3. Provide the recipient’s name and any special delivery instructions or message for the recipient.

For more information on Le Petit Spa Gift Cards or Gift Certificates, click here.

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Perfect Holiday Gifts under $30.00 - found at Le Petit Spa!

The perfect holiday gifts: found at Le Petit Spa!

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for that special girlfriend or co-worker? Le Petit Spa has the answers!

Below, four new popular beauty and cosmetic gifts available at Le Petit Spa:

1. Light up tweezers - $25.00
• Come in three colors: Pink, Blue and Black
• Case comes with a built in mirror
• Illuminating light build in to make perfect at – home eyebrow shaping easy!

2. OPI “Rock”ing stocking stuffers - $20.00
• 4 Bottles of OPI products – Nail Envy (nail strengthener) Chip Skip, Rapid Dry Top Coat, OPI Polish “Red Dazzle”
• Set comes complete with a key chain emery board shaped as an OPI nail color bottle.

3. OPI “Get Glam in a Snap” - $25.00
• Two full size OPI products – Top Coat and “I’m not really a waitress”
• Set comes complete with a mini black photo album.

4. Lipchic by Ella - $ 20.00
• Transparent sealer for lipstick
• Helps lip color stay throughout the day!
• Perfect for that night out or holiday party!

These products make the perfect stocking stuffer for that friend of yours that has everything or for that special someone in your life.

Gift Certificates are also a great way to show you care this holiday season! Never the wrong size and can always be used, a Le Petit Spa gift card or certificate can be purchased in a particular dollar amount or a favourite Le Petit Spa service.

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Read about Le Petit Spa’s weekly and daily spa promotions Facial Fridays and Signature Sundays, giving Vancouverites the best value in spa treatments, for all of Vancouver and the Lower mainland!

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Le Petit Spa - Introduces its own Signature Body Care Line!

Le Petit Spa now has its own Signature Line of natural products made with ingredients such as sweet almond oil, grape seed oil, Dead Sea salt and essential oil of Lavender.

Why is this line different than any other spa line out there?

The Le Petit Spa Signature Body Care line is all natural based – no chemicals, fillers or man-made perfumes. The scent of the product (all products in this line are Lavender scented) is essential oil based and naturally occurring.

The Le Petit Spa Signature Body Care line features:

• 13 unique products for most of your skin care needs:

o Bath Products
o Moisturizing Products
o Cleansing Products
o Refreshing Products
o Massage Products

• All contain natural carrier oils
o Won’t compete with your favourite fragrance

• High end line of spa quality body products designed to leave your skin supple, relaxed and absolutely pampered.
• Combine a few of your favourite’s to create the perfect gift for someone special in your life.

Come into Le Petit Spa today to see why the Le Petit Spa Signature Hand Cream is our best selling product from this line!

Prices range from $6 to $25, come in and try some today!!

Le Petit Spa - Mummy and Me Spa Package

Earlier this year, Le Petit Spa introduced “Mondays for Mums” a day set aside specifically for the busy mums of the Vancouver area. Mondays for Mums offers a “Mummy and Me” spa package for mother and baby to relax and unwind together in a quiet, baby friendly sanctuary.

The “Mummy and Me” spa package includes:

• 30 minute reflexology treatment for Mum

• Express Pedicure for Mum

o Filing and Shaping of the nail
o Cuticle worko Final Polish Application

• 10 minute reflexology session for baby

The “Mummy and Me” is 70 minutes of pure bliss for both Mum and Baby; the day is made complete with a take home goody bag full of Mustela products: Le Petit Spa’s Baby and Mummy skin care line.

Mustela is a skin care line imported from France and is used in about 50% of the maternity wards there.

Mustela products for baby include:

• Daily Hygiene
• Diaper Change
• Bath Time
• Cold Cream line (protection)

Mustela products for Mum include:

• Stretch Mark Creams
• Hydration, Bust Firming and Post Partum Creams to return body to pre-baby condition.

For more information on Le Petit Spa’s Mondays for Mums, click here.

For more information on Le Petit Spa’s “Mummy and Me” spa package, exclusive to Le Petit Spa, click here.

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Purchase Mustela products at our partner website www.spaboutique.ca

Skin Problems due to lack of Exfoliation

Skin Problems due to lack of Exfoliation

Exfoliation is an important part of maintaining and keeping your skin healthy looking. Exfoliation removes build up of keratinized, dead and dull skin cells from the top layer of skin, the stratum corneum.

The stratum corneum is the outermost layer of the skin. Every 28 days your skin renews itself by shedding dead skin cells and pushing new ones up gradually through the dermis and epidermis.

As we age, however; this process of renewing itself slows, resulting in a build up of keratinized, dead skin.

Problems may arise from this build up such as uneven skin tone, texture, clogged pores or skin may take on a whole new look such as “orange peel” texture (hyper – keratinized skin).

Here are four basic tips on how to prevent or treat changes in skin due to lack of exfoliation:

1. Exfoliate once to twice a week (extremely hyper-keratinized skin may need three times per week)

2. Wear an SPF daily to protect your skin from further sun damage (can cause damaged, hyper-keratinized skin)

3. Moisturize your skin daily to promote moisture retention in your skin

4. Consider using a glycolic product, or having a Glycolic Facial once a month until skin texture and clarity improves.

Unsure of how often you should exfoliate? Visit http://www.lepetitspa.ca/ to book a free skin type analysis with one of their professional licensed Estheticians.

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Sugar vs. Salt Exfoliation

Sugar vs. Salt Exfoliation

Day Spas around the world are guaranteed to have either a Salt Body Scrub or Sugar Body Scrub on their service menu. But is there a difference?




Sugar Body Scrubs

Sugar is a useful exfoliant medium. Its coarse texture gently removes build up of unwanted dull skin cells and reveals fresh, glowing skin underneath. As a product, its sweet smell is fun to use and calms even the biggest sweet tooth’s sugar cravings. However, when used as a body scrub, sugar can be messy and sticky, as well, sugar lacks in vitamins and minerals that are useful to the human body.

Salt Body Scrubs

Salt is also an extremely useful exfoliant medium. Salt is extremely coarse, and the salt grains used in spa services are usually larger than sugar grains. Just as sugar does, salt not only removes dead skin cells, but dissolves them as well. Salt contains trace elements, minerals and vitamins that are essential to human life and health. When used in a spa service, salt remineralizes and detoxifies your skin and promotes healthy cell turnover.

For more information on spa services that use salt, click here or visit www.lepetitspa.ca

Facts on Exfoliation

What is Exfoliation?

Exfoliation is the process of removing dead skin cells from the surface of the skin (stratum corneum) with a physical or chemical exfoliation method.





Methods of Exfoliation

Methods of physical exfoliation can include:

• Scrubs
• Toners
• Masks
• Peels
• Abrasive sponges

Methods of chemical exfoliation can include:

• Glycolic Acids
• AHA’s
• Vitamin A (eg. Retinol)
• Enzymatic Exfoliates (eg. Papaya enzymes)

Why Exfoliate?

Your skin naturally exfoliates itself every 28 days, revealing a whole new layer of fresh, young skin cells, however, as we age, this process of cell turnover, (desquamation) slows down, resulting in a loss of tone, elasticity and radiance.

It is important to exfoliate on a weekly basis to help promote your skin’s natural exfoliation process and help prevent build up of dead, dull skin cells.

Spa Treatments for Exfoliation

Many Day Spa’s have a wide range of exfoliation treatments to help towards many skin ailments. Glycolic Facials and Body Scrubs are just a couple of spa services that increase cell turnover and uncover fresh, glowing skin cells.


Determining the best exfoliation treatment for your skin type:

Not sure of which exfoliation method is right for your skin type? Have a professional Esthetician determine your skin type and decide which exfoliation methods are right for you, visit Le Petit Spa for more information.

Baby Skin Care

DID YOU KNOW?

Children’s skin has the same Ph level as water (7), which is why their skin is more prone to fungal infections. As fungus does not like acidic conditions, it does not grow as easily on adults who usually have Ph levels between 5 and 6.

The Ph level of your baby’s skin can be easily irritated during the first few years of life by using harsh detergents and skin care that is not formulated for the sensitive skin of a baby.

When choosing skin care for your baby, here are 6 great tips:

• Choose products that are Hypo-allergenic
(formulated not to cause reactions, such as Mustela)
• Dermatologist recommended
• Ph balanced products for baby’s skin ( Ph level of 7)
• High quality ingredients
• Products that treat and protect your baby’s skin
• Manufactured under strict guidelines

If you would like to obtain additional information on baby skin care or spa services for babies, please visit www.lepetitspa.ca .

Information for this article found at: www.mustela.com

Skincare answers for today’s man

Skin ailments do not discriminate between men and women. Acne, aging, oiliness and dryness affect everyone’s skin, leaving most men left to wonder, “What should I use on my skin, what type of skin type do I have and where can I find product specifically for men?”

If you fall into this category, read on to allow us to offer you some suggestions.

Cleansing and at home skin techniques for men:

• Cleanse skin first with cleanser suitable for your skin type (see below for determining skin type)
• Following with exfoliation to allow for a closer shave and help target blackheads.
• Shaving cream followed by shaving with hair growth and then against it if necessary.
• After shave.
• Gel or lotion for moisturizing/ oil control.
• Eye cream.

Some products we suggest:

Skin Focus – Acne
GLOBAL PUR Detoxifying Cleansing Gel

This gel cleanses and purifies the skin. Its ultra-fresh formula gently revives the skin and eliminates impurities. The skin is clean and ready for corresponding product use.
-Leaves a clean, intensely fresh feeling on the skin
-Is soap free so will not irritate or dry out skin
-Is quick and easy to use.

The astringent formula tightens up the pores and is perfectly suitable for oily, shiny skin. After a short night, it’s fresh fragrance peps up sleepy skin.

Skin Focus: Anti Aging
FACIAL PROTECT Active Care for Wrinkles and Fine Lines.

This product prevents and repairs the signs of time. It effectively fights against skin aging, wrinkles, fine lines and external strains.
-Corrects and protects and the same time
-Visibly firms and tones up the facial features.

Important to note: Men get wrinkles later but they are also deeper. A sudden drop in the production of collagen (fibers that make the skin firm and dense) is probably the main cause.

Skin Focus: Dryness
FACIAL PROTECT Comforting Moisturizing Care

Specially formulated for men’s skin, this non-oily, intensely moisturizing skincare product provides all the everyday comfort and softness that skin needs. Enriched with invigorating and oxygenating Marine Oxhylium, it gives a feeling of freshness from the moment it is applied and provides the skin with optimum protection against harsh elements. ( shaving, pollution, climate)
-Moisturizes the skin all day long
-Fresh and non greasy

Skin Focus: Oiliness
FACIAL PROTECT Shine Control Gel

This light textured gel combats shiny skin and helps rebalance oil flow. It penetrates rapidly, and moisturizes the epidermis throughout the day without shine.
-High moisturizing power keeps skin from drying out
-Gel texture instantly penetrates and does not leave an oily film.
-Leaves skin visibly less oily.

Skin Focus: Eye Care
FACIAL PROTECT Smoothing Eye Care

This non greasy cream helps smooth the eye contour, with decongestant properties to reduce the appearance of dark circles and puffiness. Marine Oxhylium, a natural marine ingredient instantly detoxifies and brightens eye area.
-Its action rejuvenates eyes
-Reduction of puffiness around the eyes causes a feeling of well being.
-Fine texture instantly penetrates.


Determining your skin type:

Not certain of your skin type or condition? Book yourself or the man in your life in for a men’s spa facial and have a professional esthetician determine your skin type for you as well as offer you products best suited to your skin.

For more information and to book a men’s facial, please visit www.lepetitspa.ca

For more information on purchasing spa products from the comfort of your home, please visit www.spaboutique.ca

If you would like more information on men’s skin care or on another topic, e-mail me and look for the information in a future blog.

Some information found in this blog can be found on the phytomer website at www.phytomer.com.

Pedicure Safety

A great way to prepare your bare feet for show is with a pedicure, but poor sanitation at nail salons and spa's can lead to you leaving with more than you paid for. If you're not careful, you could end up leaving the salon with more than beautiful toenails. Poor sanitation can spread fungi, warts and bacteria while overly aggressive trimming and filing can cause injury and infection. Areas to be aware of with pedicures are:

Sanitation- Le Petit Spa uses hospital grade disenfectant on all metal tools and uses brand new orange sticks and files on each client, which are then given to the client to take home.

Callus Filing - Le Petit Spa uses pumice stones for filing down calluses in lieu of the metal counterpart which can lead to extensive skin removal, causing potential skin splitting and injury to the foot.

Keeping your feet out of whirlpools: -Their filters trap dirt and bacteria (outbreaks of painful boils on the lower legs have been traced to these). Le Petit Spa uses a fresh bowl for each pedicure and cleanses them thouroghly with hospital grade disinfectant between uses.

visit www.lepetitspa.ca for more information on pedicures.

some of the information in this article can be found at: http://magazines.ivillage.com/goodhousekeeping/hb/health/articles/0,,284598_648339,00.html

Healthy Holidays!

The season of colds and flu is upon us, and we are all about a healthy holiday season at Le Petit Spa. People are getting their nails done for the holidays and we have been asked why we do not offer gel or acrylic nails. In response here are some of the health reasons we do not provide this service:

- we promote healthy, natural beauty
- the nail bed can be damaged when the nail is removed
- the nails need to be filled approximately every 2-3 weeks
- repeated exposure to acrylic and other chemicals can be harmful to the nails’ health
- methyl methacrylate is found in many acrylic nail products
i. can cause fungal infections
ii. prolonged exposure can lead to other health problems (e.g., affects lung health)

We offer a variety of manicure services including Express, Classic, French and our popular Signature Manicure. Make one of these a spa gift for a loved one or for yourself for a healthy holiday season!

How to Save your Nails

Diet and lifestyle can affect the health of every part of your body, right down to your finger tips. Buliding healthier fingernails can easily be accomplished by using a high quality nail strengthener, such as OPI's Nail Envy.

How does nail strengthener work?

OPI Nail Envy Nail Strengthener helps build harder, longer & stronger natural nails. With it's high-gloss formula, it contains strengthening protein, calcium and an antioxidant to help broken nails.

You can use it as a base coat when applying coloured polish or separately if you prefer a more natural look.

OPI Nail Strengthener is available at Le Petit Spa in our retail area.

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For Best Results...

If you want to get more out of your visits to the esthetician, here are my top five tips:

1. Think of your esthetician as a long-term partner. The truth is, neither of you can achieve your skin care goals alone. Only by working together with your esthetician can you achieve and maintain balanced, healthy, younger-looking skin.
2. Be prepared for an ongoing commitment. You just won’t get the results you want by popping into the spa twice a year for an express facial. Is it a commitment in time and money? You bet, but it’s like that commercial – you have to decide whether you, and your skin care goals, are worth it. If you’re short on time or cash, talk to your esthetician. She may be able to recommend a streamlined treatment regimen or a more affordable product line.
3. Be truthful with your esthetician. If she asks how much sleep you get each night, how much water you drink each day, or how much time you spend on skin care, answer honestly. It’s the only way she can accurately assess the condition of your skin and prescribe an effective skin care plan that will yield the results you’re after.
4. Don’t wait until you have a skin problem to see your esthetician. The earlier you begin treatment, the more options are available to you and the better the end results will be. For example, anti-aging treatments should begin in your 20s, before signs of aging are apparent. If wait until your early 40s to see an esthetician, damage has already been done and your options are much more limited.
5. Do what your esthetician tells you. Your esthetician is a trained professional, and she can recommend an effective skin care plan, but you won’t see results if you don’t follow through. It’s that simple.

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