WHAT’S ON
YOUR DESK?
If a man’s home is his castle, then what’s his work space? For
some of us, it’s organized chaos—piles of paperwork, tons of
sample products, corkboards painted with colored Post-its, the
list goes on. And then there are those whose cubicles are serene
sanctuaries, devoid of clutter, except perhaps for an indispensable Mac, favorite spa book and a calming candle.
THE DESK OF: DR. PHILIPPE ALLOUCHE PRESIDENT
• BIOLOGIQUE RECHERCHE
BIOLOGIQUE RECHERCHE C/O DISTRIBIO USA • NEW YORK, NEW YORK
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A picture of Dr. Allouche’s father and founder of
Biologique Recherche, Yvan Allouche, from whom Dr.
Allouche draws inspiration and strength.
A figure detailing all of the body’s acupuncture points,
which are key in understanding and treating skin.
Biologique Recherche knowledge and training manuals:
the Biologique Recherche “bible” for any professional of
the brand.
The Biologique Recherche Skin Care Diagnose Unit to
help doctors and beauticians build a hyper-customized
skin-care regimen for up to six months.
Internal medicine books, which are key for Dr. Allouche’s
clinical approach to the skin and its specificities.
International and domestic editions of Vogue. Dr.
Allouche is now the skin expert for French Vogue.
Dr. Allouche’s personal MacBook. A mobile platform is a
requirement to stay tuned in with his teams all over the
world.
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Lab samples, lab tools and recently launched products
awaiting close review by the brand formulator.
9. A picture taken at the inauguration of the new Yvan
Allouche Laboratoire in Paris, June 2010. Close members
of the international Biologique Recherche family have
been photographed after being introduced to the new
laboratory, featuring the most sophisticated equipment to
create Biologique Recherche products.
10. A model of Le Concorde by Air France, on which Dr.
Allouche met several artists, writers and fashion designers. Dr. Allouche misses its speed and cherishes the
opportunities it gave him to meet so many famous and
interesting people.
11. A photograph by Jean-Charles Recht, who has said he is
inspired by Biologique Recherche products and philosophy. Raw materials and products were shot by this
talented photographer after experiencing a treatment at
the Ambassade de la Beaute des Champs Elysees. ■
However you define your work space, we’d love for you to show us! Snap a photo, send to ispa@ispastaff.com, and let us take a peek.
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