Heading for the Holidays 2008!

It’s been a fun, fabulous couple of weeks at Abundance as we enter the 2008 holiday season. The event with Dr. Greene on November 17 was a big hit -- well attended. Dr. Greene took many questions, which delighted me, because the purpose of our salon events is to educate! After the presentation, Dr. Greene treated clients at Abundance with Botox and dermal fillers such as Restylane, Juvederm and Radiesse. Since then, I continue to receive calls singing Dr. Greene’s praises. By popular demand, Dr. Greene will be back on December 18 to take more patients for injectables at Abundance.

Our two November make-over events were sold out as well! We have a great deal of fun on Make-over Saturdays. The usual serenity of the salon shifts into a more festive and celebratory atmosphere as we crank up the music, pass the refreshments, and let our gifted make-up artists, Maureen and Natalie, do their magic. We pride ourselves on education about cosmetics. Our goal is to help clients build confidence in their at-home make-up application. The big hits in the TRUE Fall 2008 release are the Skin Tint liquid, a beautiful sheer tinted moisturizer that lifts and tightens the skin while providing a finish that evens out imperfections. Our make-up artists love this product, and I have received several calls from clients raving about the new Hy-Performance mascara.

So we are excited and ready for our two big make-over events on December 13 and 20!! Based on the fun we had during our make-overs in November, we’ve decided to make both December 13 and 20 complimentary make-overs in honor of our 4th anniversary. So it’s cake-and-champagne and you’re all invited.

This year we are dedicated to helping de-stress the holidays. Clients are invited to pass us their gift lists, sit back and relax and let us customize a gift for each special person on the lists. We have even been known to help with the wrapping and shipping!

Have a beautiful week!

Chrysann

Injectables and Dermal Fillers - Are They For You?

Since 2004, Abundance skin care has come to be known as a skin care practice specializing in non-invasive anti-aging and focusing on chemical-free ingredients. I was not surprised recently when I received questions from clients and friends, asking if the introduction of injectables at Abundance is congruent with our philosophy.

Injectables are a highly misunderstood category of skin rejuvenation practices. They are classified as minimally invasive, because they are administered with a fine needle. However, the ingredients used (primarily hyaluronic acid) are, in almost all cases, naturally found in skin. Over the years, I have observed some poorly administered Botox and fillers that have been administered too aggressively. We have all witnessed the surreal features that trademark overuse. It is critical that dermal fillers and wrinkle correction procedures are performed by a skilled professional with many years of experience and knowledge of many different dermal products. When wrinkle correction is performed with knowledge and experience, the result is a smooth, very natural and rested look without adverse effects.

Each client has his or her own unique goals and concerns about skin and aging. It is up to each individual to determine the best solution. It is my goal to offer my clients the very best in anti-aging treatments and products. Likewise, for those services that are not featured on our menu, to offer the very best information and referrals for the anti-aging services requested.

This month I am very excited about our event with Dr. Bradley Greene on November 17. Dr. Greene is a facial plastic surgeon, specializing in reconstructive surgery. He is also an expert with injectables and dermal fillers. He will be doing a presentation at Abundance on Monday afternoon at 4 p.m., to discuss advances in skin care and specifically injectables and the newest dermal fillers. Following a period for questions and answers, Dr. Greene will be taking appointments.

If you have had experience with dermal fillers and injectables, you will appreciate this opportunity to save 20%. If you are curious or have questions about dermal fillers and injectables, we look forward to seeing you on November 17 at 4 p.m. Don’t forget to RSVP ~ 650-560-9600.