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or car , is also helpful . One word of caution : “ If you have scaly skin that ’ s persistent no matter how much you moisturize , see a board-certified dermatologist ,” Lauber says . “ I ’ ve had many patients who thought they just had dry skin — and it was skin cancer .”
A daily regimen that gently cleanses and protects skin ’ s barrier is paramount , but a monthly facial or body treatment can help exfoliate , deeply hydrate and keep you looking and feeling your best — especially during the social holiday season , when you ’ re
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ready to bare those shoulders for the first time since summer . In Newport Beach , bespoke treatments are on trend , but , before receiving any of the following , expect a thorough assessment from an experienced aesthetician .
AU NATUREL Clean-beauty enthusiast Amber Rose Johnson , founder and owner of Facial Lounge , which has a location in Corona del Mar , notes that healthy skin starts in the kitchen . “ Your gut is your health ,” she asserts . “ The condition of your skin is [ an ] insight to what ’ s happening inside your body . … Raw fruits and veggies are what your skin needs to look good . And whatever you do , stop drinking collagen — that ’ s like drinking blood because you need iron — and just eat blueberries instead .”
Johnson recommends getting a facial every 28 to 30 days . “ For women , the best time is during or immediately after their menstrual cycle , when skin is exfoliating naturally ,” Johnson explains . She notes that treatments are customized for hormones , weather and specific skin care needs . This
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insight , combined with Johnson ’ s focus on nontoxic , vegan skin care comes together in Johnson ’ s multistep Custom Organic Vegan Facial gently steams , which deep cleans , exfoliates , soothes and moisturizes .
“ We use ozone steaming , which not only opens pores , but releases impurities and improves blood circulation ,” she explains . The facial is ideal for all skin types since every step is personalized . For instance , a client with rosacea requires a lighter steam clean and one of two red light therapies in place of a mask to kill bacteria . Masks and serums are also tailor-made , and massage offers relaxation while helping skin fully absorb treatments .
“ We can also add dermaplaning or microdermabrasion ,” Johnson says . An optional Cryo Globe cold treatment can be included at the end to close pores . Love her products ? Purchase and use them as part of your morning and nightly routine .
A couple miles down the road , The Spa at Pelican Hill offers two facials that are exclusive to Orange County . And , through the holidays and maybe longer , the Love Local special grants access to the
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