Men’s Skin needs TLC too!

You work hard to bring home the bacon, wrangle the horses (or the kids), build the house and close the big deal all while standing tall in your boots. Healthy skin matters and in professional life it matters to how you project your image. Men may have thicker and less sensitive skin than women, but many men still deal with rough skin, exposure to the elements, adult acne, rosacea, and razor bumps and aging skin.

With an easy home skincare program, your complexion will enhance your presence and vitality. Taking care of YOU is not about vanity, but being your best on all levels as you are a projection to your work, community, and friends. It will give you a subtle send message of new confidence, strength, and character.

Our culture tells us that as men age, they begin looking dignified, yet, with dryness of skin, the wrinkles on face and hands may be prematurely making them appear older than their biological years. The sooner you begin a skin self-care program, the better the long term results will be.

Fortunately, men have an added advantage of regular shaving. This process sloughs off the dead skin from the surface of the complexion, but without quality products or care, the skin will prematurely age, be parched, flaky, itchy and blotchy and show age spots and sagging. Adding nutrition such as good quality products like Jan Marini and Victoria DeAnn formulas will brighten the complexion and add necessary moisture that is stripped by the climate and regular shaving and diminish the signs of fine wrinkles and aging. Adding a quality product to the newly shaved face will be absorbed and nurture the parched skin.

My female clients often tell me that “my husband says that I look better than he does,” and “my husband is starting to borrow my skincare products”. Men are telling me that their skin “hurts and looks ruddy and wrinkled” and that they are beginning to look like their “grandfather” at an early age. Ladies are noticing that, when at gatherings, that the women are beginning to look much better than the men.

I think men care about their image they project to the world, but just don’t know how to proceed with self-care and may think it’s just something that the women do. This is not true!. Women know the secrets to maintain our vitality. Ask us!

Begin with a home skincare plan of daily facial wash, moisturizing SPF products. I can help you find the easy-to-use and implement products and suggest other treatments, especially for your unique skin concerns. For added benefits try a European Facial that is offered at Skin Care with Dory. Men love receiving the cleansing, exfoliating, moisturizing and relaxing treatment.

I will be honored to be a part of your wellness adventure to continue maintaining your vitality.

Get in touch with me and begin your brightening journey.

So, round ‘em up cowboy…hang on to your hat, and enjoy the next rodeo!

Skin Care with Dory

(303) 717-0330

964 North Street – Level 2

Boulder, CO 80304

Book your appointment: https://ScheduleSCWD.as.me/

August 19, 2019/by admin

How to choose between an Aqua Facial or European Facial?

Would you rather have an Aqua Facial or European Facial_

So many choices, so little time.

In addition to many skincare treatments offered by me at Skin Care with Dory, I offer my clients cutting edge anti-aging procedures including the European Facial and Aqua Facial procedures. Both treatments have their unique benefit on improving your appearance and taking care of the health of your skin. With so many facial treatments available, how do you choose the best options for your individual needs?

The Aqua Facial – The Total Facial System

Look refreshed and revitalized in express time!

The Aqua Facial reminds many of getting a “power wash” for your face that rejuvenates even the dullest complexions. The three-step process rebuilds collagen, and reduces fine lines, wrinkles and removes dead skin and infuses the highest therapeutic products into the layers of the skin with glowing results. It imparts healthy-looking skin that is smooth to the touch and appearance that is well- nourished and visible brightened complexion. There is no downtime and takes about 30 minutes to refresh and rejuvenate your skin. This treatment is praised by many who are in need of a quick rejuvenation and have time constraints. The Aqua Facial does not offer massage in the procedure.

With our Aqua Facial system, I am able to customize your infusion therapeutic products to your unique skin combination and needs. The process is a three-step hydration treatment that is the foundation for healthy skin and designed for all skin types.

Lactic/Glycolic acid solution is applied for exfoliation and deeply cleans the skin and breaks up dirt and areas of accumulated proteins (keratin) as well as removing toxic buildup.
A salicylic/glycolic acid formula cleans the deeper layers and helps clear clogged pores, blemishes, and blackheads and carries away embedded dirt debris and sebum.
Your skin is now prepared for deep penetration of peptides. This final step has an application of three luxurious serums that enrich the full treatment and includes hyaluronic acid/peptide infusion to deeply hydrate and improve fine lines in the complexion.

The European Facial

Besides being highly beneficial for the health of your skin, this facial is the ultimate in pampering yourself (with purpose).

The European Facial is the ultimate in pampering yourself with a blend of relaxing massage that will soothe your body from the most stressful day while providing optimal nourishment for your skin. The European Facial is considered the “Go-To” treatment to Get your Glow Back.

If this is the first time you have had a facial, I recommend the European Facial as it gives us time to get to know your skin, what it needs to replenish, and for us to build a relationship for your on-going skincare needs. After your skin is analyzed we begin the facial treatment. This facial is the ultimate in pampering yourself.

Skin Care with Dory European facial includes:

Consultation to analyze the condition of your complexion
Two deep cleansings including an enzyme to slough off dead skin and prepare the skin
Light extractions, as needed
Lymphatic massage to help the skin and stimulate the lymphatic system
Victoria DeAnn customized pure peptide serum are ultra-sonically applied
The Viktoria DeAnn technology advanced Pepti-Nano mask is applied to the clean face helps increase hydration 72% and plump the skin. The mask contains micro fibers that act like small fingers to re-hydrate and give the skin a foundation for the serum peptides to penetrate deeply. While luxuriating you will a enjoy hand, shoulder, neck massage with essential oils that continue to promote relaxation.
The last step is the application of a potent Vitamin C serum moisturizer and SPF for protection from the sun’s harmful rays.

The first European facial including the consultation is 90 minutes. Thereafter, plan 65 minutes for the treatment. A short-term and long-term exclusive treatment plan is developed during this appointment.

Added procedures to both the European Facial and Aqua facial are available upon request and may include:

Dermaplaning (see our blog on the topic) to the Aqua Facial for additional exfoliation and removing vellus hair on the face. This gives a smooth platform for the additional serums to penetrate. Add 30 minutes to the Aqua Facial procedure.

See Skin Care with Dory’s treatments for additional options.

Pricing –
European facial:
First treatment: $145, includes consultation
Additional facials are $125/treatment

Add–ons:
Dermaplaning $45 (reg. $85)

Aqua Facial: $155 per treatment

Add-ons:
Dermaplaning add $45- (save $40)
Pepti-Nano Mask add $38

Treatment series packages may be purchased for savings on services.

Skin Care with Dory
954 North Street
Level Two
Boulder, CO 80304
303.717.0330
www.skincarewithdory.com

July 10, 2019/by admin

Facials, Peptides

Love Skin Notes from Peptides and Pinot Party

If the eyes are the window to the soul, Skin is the mirror of the internal health of a person.

Our skin health broadcasts our internal health.

Many people don’t realize that skin is our largest organ like the liver and lungs or heart and should be treated the same as our heart, liver lungs, and all of our organs.

Our body is made up of cells. We eat protein broken down by our body into amino acids and peptides. Peptides are amino acids. Amino acids in various chains create different codes To unlock the cell to enable it to come back into homeostasis. Our cells communicate constantly with each other. But when the communication dissipates, they cannot function as well. Although, Most of us are trying to combat stress and combat the signs of aging…that’s what leads us to an esthetician.

Viktoria DeAnn peptides (https:// viktoriadeann.com) are pure peptides that our body identifies as bioavailable and go in to address the overall health of a cell to address specific concerns. Most of us are trying to combat stress and combat the signs of aging…that’s what leads us to an Esthetician.

With Viktoria DeAnn peptides: We are treating the whole body as well as the encouraging the surface beauty. Skincare with Viktoria DeAnn peptides is operating from a different paradigm if health and beauty and are the only bioavailable peptides. Viktoria DeAnn makes their one pure peptides.

Beware of the marketing schemes that lure you into buying products-There is a lot of seduction and shiny products in the beauty industry-These are the pure peptides, real results with true science backing them-So consider them real results-oriented vitamins for your skin.

June 10, 2019/by admin

Sun Protection

Your skin is your largest organ – treat it with Skin Care with Dory

Skin Care with Dory Boulder Sunscreen and Skin Care

It was not long ago that sun tanning was promoted as the vision of beauty and a healthy vitality. We now know that sun exposure increases the risk of early aging including wrinkles, dark spots, dry skin and increased risk of skin cancers. While tanning lotions of the past are passé, the industry, bolstered by the knowledge of what promotes healthy skin care has introduced a plethora of products to help us participate in our outdoor activities while protecting our skin from the harmful rays of the sun. With so many confusing options, how is one to choose the appropriate skin protection?

Mineral sunscreens – the future of skin care

Mineral (physical) sunscreens offer protection against both ultra violet A (UVA) and ultra violet B (UVB) rays and considered a “broad spectrum” solution. Application of mineral sunscreen provides immediate results and is good for sensitive skin care and additional fragrances are not added which are beneficial to those with sensitive skin. Mineral sunscreens use zinc oxide and or titanium dioxide in their ingredients.

Chemical sunscreens – let the buyer beware

We also know are aware to consider and read the labels of our food choices before consuming. Similarly, if you can’t pronounce an ingredient on a sunscreen label, don’t purchase it.

While chemical sunscreens are the most common commercial sunscreens on the market, they contain toxic chemical filters and may erode the benefit of sunscreens. Chemical sunscreens can be harmful to the environment and can have the potential risk of being endocrine and hence hormonal disruptors when applied in large amounts, as it penetrates the skin.

Often, over-the-counter product manufacturer’s state “broad spectrum” on their label, but upon closer inspection, they may not clearly label that the product is chemically based. Look for active ingredients in fine print such as oxybenzone, avobenzone, octisalate, octocryule and homosalate. The chemical sunscreen is thinner than mineral optionsand spreads more easily on the skin. Because the chemicals heat on the skin, brown spots may increase in visibility after sun exposure. Chemical sunscreens are not advised for dry or sensitive skin as the moisture barrier is thin.

Sun Protection Factors (SPF) defined

Sunscreen protects the skin from the harmful ultraviolet radiation from the sun – prolonging the time a person can spend outside without getting sunburned. A SPF rating is related to UVB rays. SPF 15 blocks about 94% of UVB rays; an SPF 30 rating product blocks 97% of UVB rays; and an SPF 45 product blocks about 98% of the UVB rays. Select a product that offers broad spectrum UVA and UVB. You need protection when driving in your car as the glass windshield does not protect from UVA exposure. This is the reason that some have dark spots or freckles on one side of the face or on the hands.

Dermatologists recommend selecting a SPF 30 higher. Always select a sun screen that is labeled “broad spectrum”, which indicates the product has been tested to make the claim. Remember, ‘water resistant’ does not mean “waterproof”.

If you want to maintain a true healthy glow, always wear sunscreen when exposed to the sun (even in the shade) and try to stay out of the direct sun in order to maintain your youthful complexion. Always limit your time in the sun, especially during peak hours from 10 am to 2 pm. For further protection, wear long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats and sunglasses. Also remember in Colorado’s high altitude climate, reflective surfaces such as concrete, sand, snow and water reflect 85% to 90% of the suns UV rays.

Skin care with Dory’s recommendations:

For those who live in a dry or windy climates, Jan Marini offers a perfect daily application for your unique skin type with a choice of a sheer or matt finish, tinted or non-tinted options. Ingredients include green tea extract and antioxidants to benefit and soothe the skin and will help your skin maintain its suppleness and glow and to decrease the risk of premature aging skin and protection from harmful elements.

Our two recommended Jan Marini products for your unique skin concerns.

Jan Marini SPF 33 has 97% filtration for UVA and UVB broad spectrum rays, and is hydrating and light weight. It is useful for those who are concerned about acne flairs. It does not contain a tint.

The SPF 45 sunscreen has a 97.5% filtration, is tinted and perfect to even-out skin tones with the added benefit as alternative to those who enjoy applying a light foundation.

Remember, effective absorption takes approximately 20 minutes and as with all sunscreen products, should be reapplied every 80 minutes when exposed to the sun. It is recommended that sunscreen should be reapplied every 2 hours for long-term sun exposure or for those participating in water sport activities or outdoor activities that cause sweating.

Skin Care with Dory
954 North Street, Level Two
Boulder, Colorado 80304
www.skincarewithdory.com

303.717.0330

February 21, 2019/by admin

Dermaplaning Facials

Lift-off with Dermaplaning at Skin Care with Dory

Lift-off with Dermaplaning for a smooth landing

Unique complexion challenges are complicated by the daily assault of environmental toxins and daily life stress. With the natural buildup of dead skins cells and peach fuzz on the surface of the face, our complexion can appear dull and flaky. Dermaplaning is a critical first step exfoliating process in facial care.

Clients who routinely receive dermaplane treatments have commented that their complexion feels soft and has a “baby skin” glowing quality.

What is Dermaplaning?

Dermaplaning is a 30 minute treatment that removes facial vellus hair (peach fuzz) and exfoliates the skin more effectively than a microdermabrasion treatment while revealing a brighter complexion with immediate noticeable results.

The painless technique is safe in the hands of a skilled and trained aesthetician who uses a sterile, surgical scalpel to gently “shave” the surface layers of the skin that include the peach fuzz and coarse superficial epidermis. The skin is not penetrated while excess dead skin layers are removed to reveal the soft and luxurious and healthy skin surface. If makeup is applied, you will notice a smoother application post treatment. Please wait a minimum of 90 minutes after treatment before applying cosmetics to ensure a healthy glow.

Benefits for flawless skin

removal of excess/unwanted fine facial hair
exfoliation of dead skin cells
improvement of skin texture
minimization of superficial scarring
safe and effective for those who cannot have chemical peels (sensitive skin, pregnant or lactating women)
quick and painless
no downtime!

Dermaplaning is excellent for all skin types and help diminish sun damage, fine lines, very dry and/or dull skin. Clients with inflamed acne should not attempt this procedure. Exfoliation with Dermaplaning does not make the peach fuzz grow back darker. There is no downtime with this procedure.

As products penetrate more readily into the deeper layers of the skin surface post exfoliation, consider adding a pepti-nano mask to your Dermaplaning treatment to increase moisture and hydration to your complexion. Dermaplaning is also a pre-procedure that enhances the results of microcurrent or other facials.

Always wear sunscreen – we want your skin to radiate your beauty

Your skin will be very susceptible to damage by sun exposure post-procedure. You will need to be very diligent wearing sunscreen to protect the effects of this or any other aesthetic procedure. Jan Marini Physical Tinted SPF is an elegant and light weight solution for daily use and will help your skin maintain its suppleness and glow.

Contact Skin Care with Dory for your consultation and appointment for revealing a more beautiful you.

Skin Care with Dory
954 North Street, Level Two
Boulder, Colorado 80304
www.skincarewithdory.com
303.717.0330

January 19, 2019/by admin

Microchanneling

ProCell Microneedling Treatments

ProCell Microneedling treatments offer maximum new collagen stimulation with minimal inflammation for a more beautiful you

At Skin Care with Dory, I take pride in offering my clients the most up-to-date and effective skin care therapies that enhance appearance and contribute to a more vibrant glow.

Microneedling vs. Microchanneling therapies

One of the most favorite and requested services in my practice is a unique microneedling treatment utilizing ProCell® microchannel technology. Unlike aggressive microneedling technologies, such as pens and rollers, that may cause damage and inflammation to the skin, the ProCell technology is an exclusive process that stimulates the wound healing response with by the use of a patented stamp that creates tight microcurrents on the skin and encourages new, epidermal growth factors, peptides, cytokines and collagen stimulation. The procedure triggers bio-signal stem cells to build a fresher, healthier complexion with little actual damage to the skin.

Unlike costly, sometimes painful and longer down -time laser peels and chemical peels, the microchannel process creates channels on the skin surface and rejuvenates the skin with little to no recovery time. It has been a favorite “lunch time” procedure with savvy clientele from Hollywood to New York as they see immediate red carpet anti-aging results after the first treatment.

Results you can depend upon with increased complexion vitality.

After many years of environmental toxin exposure, sun damage and lifestyle stress, beneath the superficial layers of the skin, your renewed vibrancy is waiting to be re-born. The ProCell microneedling therapy is just the ticket on your quest for a more refreshed and vibrant you. After the first treatment, the complexion is noticeably improved with diminished visibility of aging skin, as well as reduction of fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skin tone, acne and acne scarring.

How does it work?

Before your treatment, a numbing cream is applied to the face and then removed before microchannel process begins. The ProCell stamp is then applied on face, neck or decollate and other parts of the body including knees and back of the arms. Having prepared a blank canvas, the skin is receptive to absorb 80% more high quality serum that will be applied in this treatment phase. Skin Care with Dory infuses Viktoria DeAnn hyaluronic peptide serum and suggests continued home care use of the hyaluronic peptide serum following treatment for optimal results.

This balanced approach to skin rejuvenation reduces recovery time to nearly zero, while providing maximizing results! Occasionally, clients may experience a day or so of mild redness. If you have an event to attend to the day of treatment, you may use a quality mineral makeup after 90 minutes post treatment. It is advised to always use sunscreen to protect the efforts of all skin care routines.

Immediately after your treatment, you will see improvement in skin tone, texture, softness, hydration, smoothness, elasticity, and tone with a noticeable reduction in fine lines and wrinkles. With completion of a series of the recommended six ProCell treatments (approximately one per month) long-term dramatic results are maintained.

Contact Skin Care with Dory to schedule your appointment and put your best face forward and share your unique beauty with a renewed radiance and confidence.

Skin Care with Dory
954 North Street, Level Two
Boulder, Colorado 80304
www.skincarewithdory.com
303.717.0330

December 27, 2018/by admin

Peptides

Peptides: the best tool to have in your skincare regime

As we mature, we lose skin elasticity, moisture, and structure. It has been discovered that peptides when applied as a topical solution can stimulate collagen, elastin and hyaluronic and provides the skin nourishing moisture resulting in visible vitality and resilience.

Collagen gives your skin structure; elastin gives it spring back (resiliency,) and hyaluronic gives skin much needed moisture. As cellular metabolism turnover slows as we age, the use of peptides may improve dull skin tone that accompanies the natural cellular health decline. This may also be attributed to exposure to sun, environmental toxins, free radical damage and oxidative stress that cause aging. Use of peptides may restore your skin to its natural state. Peptides can provide results without experiencing inflammation and have the added bonus of fighting against bad bacteria.

Common client complaints prior to peptide application:

Sagging skin
Dry dehydrated appearance
Loss of collagen and elastin
Slow healing time
Loss of fat
- Under the eyes
- Cheekbones in the temples
Intense lines and wrinkles
Over-contraction of face muscles from expressions
Sun damage and age spots

How does this work?

Peptides signal a cell to have a reaction and considered an enzyme inhibitors which bind to an enzyme and decrease its activity. They act as neurotransmitters which moderate the contraction of muscles that develop lines and wrinkles. An enzyme inhibitor will block an enzyme’s activity and can kill a pathogen or correct a metabolic imbalance.

Caveat emptor; let the buyer beware

Many over-the-counter products claim to have peptides in their ingredients. Unfortunately,, the amount of peptide included in the product is very small. Commercial peptides can cost $3,134 (apps – what does this mean?.) per drop which means that an over the counter product may have tiny traces of peptides in the solution yet sold as a true solution for skin improvement. Petty packaging and marketing a brand may be an eye catcher, but use will not have the desired results expected.

The preferred “Solution”

I researched many options for the best quality skincare products available and chose Viktoria DeAnn (VDA). VDA a small family owned company, who immigrated to the United States in the 1800s from Austria and invested in understanding how cells flourish and provide quality products to their customers. Dean the main chemist and the founder of the company uses amino acids that are bioavailable, highly concentrated. VDA does not use or purchase peptides from other vendors. They use proteins that your cells recognize. With a regular skincare program your skin will look healthier and more vibrant with a more youthful appearance.

Please click here to learn more about the Power of Peptides.

Want to learn more? Contact:

Skin Care with Dory
954 North Street
Level Two
Boulder, CO 80304

www.skincarewithdory.com

303.717.0330

August 7, 2018/by admin

benefits of microcurrent facials, boulder microcurrent facials, Facials, microcurrent facials

Benefits of Microcurrent Facials

Why Microcurrent?

Refresh, revive, renew, relax…Is it time for you to revitalize your vibrant and healthy ( and Youthful) glow? Dory Johnson with Skin Care by Dory offers a replenishing microcurrent facial that will enhance the natural glow to your skin, help minimize fine lines and present a noticeably smoother complexion. This natural, organic facial has been called the “Celebrity Lunchtime Facial”, as it conveniently has no recovery time.

Microcurrent technology is a clinically tested therapy using biotechnology that mimics your body’s naturally occurring electrical impulses then triggers biochemical reactions at the cellular level. Micro-impulses communicated from the body to the technician’s instrument and back to the body while training the muscles to lift and tighten sagging skin, stimulate collagen. elastin and improve ATP production (Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) is a primary energy carrier in all living organism…). An added feature it that the treatment supports the lightening of sunspots and dark pigmentation. The experience is so gentle and relaxing that many clients fall asleep during a treatment.

This is one of the Top anti-aging facial treatments and includes an enzyme mask and custom Viktoria De Ann pure peptides that penetrate into the skin, leaving the skin smoother and more refined and many say “Refreshed, Lifted and Glowing”. While results will be noticed after the first treatment, long last results may take three to twelve sessions at a one to two treatment per week interval. Many clients have found that adding monthly treatments have longer term results.

Costly and painful surgeries may be avoided by utilizing the newest treatments for skin care including the micro current technologies for a results-oriented, natural holistic approach to anti-aging.

Benefits include:

Skin toning and lifting
Muscle stimulation
Firming of skin on face and body
Relaxation
Increasing ATP production
Stimulates collagen and elastin
Reduces inflammation
Reduces symptoms of acne and rosacea
Stimulates collagen and elastin
Reduces inflammation
Reduces symptoms of acne and rosacea

While we welcome all skin types, this particular treatment is not recommended for clients who

Are pregnant
Have epilepsy
Have a pacemaker
Have metal plates or pins
Cancer
Diabetes (will need your doctors approval)
Braces on teeth/( best to wait until they are off)

Contact Dory Johnson with Skin Care with Dory, to experience the benefits of microcurrent facials and other popular skin treatments at 303-717-0330.

July 11, 2018/by admin