Building Blocks To Better Skin
A Q&A BY JORDAN RANDALL | DESIGNED BY BRIANA CHENOT | PHOTOS BY DAN AUSTIN and JORDAN RANDALL
You’ve probably heard more than once about the importance of a daily skincare routine. And if you haven’t, let us be the first to tell you—it’s important. Your skin is the largest organ on your body. It’s the first line of defense for our body and internal systems. Your skin plays a vital role in protecting your body from the harmful effects of UV rays from the sun. Your health, your beauty, and your self-confidence all benefit from a daily skincare routine.
We’ve gathered a handful of helpful tips and recommendations from some of the top spas in Lakeland and their lead aestheticians in order to help give you a running start this year when it comes to skincare. Whatever condition your skin is in, the best day to start is always yesterday. But today isn’t too bad either.
TRUMEDSPA
@truemedspalakeland
4935 Southfork Dr.
(863) 646-3376
THE LAKELANDER
Who are the aestheticians at your spa?
MELISSA KINSEY
Mickie Rogers and Melissa Kinsey.
TL
What line/brand of products do you carry for people’s daily skin care needs?
MELISSA
ZO, Allastin and Skinceuticals.
TL
What products in that line are part of that daily routine, what is the process for an individual, and what is the why/results behind your recommendation?
MELISSA
C E Ferulic: a patented daytime vitamin C serum that improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, loss of firmness, and brightens skin’s complexion.
H.A. Intensifier: a multi-beneficial corrective serum proven to amplify skin’s hyaluronic acid levels.
Retinol 1.0: proven to diminish the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, and skin discoloration while minimizing breakouts and the appearance of pores.
Daily Brightening UV Defense Sunscreen: combines broad spectrum UV protection with a potent blend of discoloration-correcting and hydrating ingredients for brighter, more even skin.
Metacell Renewal B3: lightweight lotion that visibly improves these early signs of photoaging by increasing cell turnover to resurface skin, help reclarify and even skin tone, and improve the appearance of wrinkles and surface elasticity.
TL
What is a skin care secret they want to share with the world?
MELISSA
Cycle your products during the week. This will help you address multiple skincare concerns. For example: I use a retinol product every Sunday, Monday, and Wednesday while on Fridays I use an exfoliating product containing an acid (such as glycolic or lactic). I’m currently using the Blemish+Age serum from Skinceuticals to address fine lines and pores! On Tuesday and Thursday evenings I use an anti-aging and hydrating serum containing hyaluronic acid.
VENUE
@venuelakeland
5035 S Lakeland Dr.
(863) 644-0102
THE LAKELANDER
Who are the aestheticians at your spa?
Patricia Uiterwyk
Our licensed aestheticians are
Jackie Edwards @jackie_venuesalon and
Dawn Delery @skincareby_dawn
TL
What line/brand of products do you carry for people’s daily skin care needs?
Patricia
We exclusively carry AVEDA Products
TL
What products in that line are part of that daily routine, what is the process for an individual, and what is the why/results behind your recommendation?
Patricia
Gel Cleanser: A gentle, plant-derived gel cleanser that foams away oil and impurities and helps normalize skin
Liquid Exfoliant: Removes dull surface skin cells to refine and clarify skin
Invati Brow Thickening Serum: A botanical boost for thicker brows
Pore Refining Serum: Sweet clover stem cells and beta hydroxy acid minimize pores
Energizing Eye Cream: Visibly diminishes the appearance of dark circles
Renewing Radiance Cream: Visibly firms and smooths lines, instantly brightens skin
Daily Light Guard SPF 30: Provides sheer, weightless defense against environmental aggressors that damage skin
Lip Saver: Organic jojoba oil nourishes and protects lips
TL
What is a skin care secret they want to share with the world?
Patricia
Proper exfoliation for your skin type! Most undesirable skin care concerns can be addressed with proper exfoliation, or removal of dead skin cells.
Clique
@cliquesalonandmedspa
5315 S Florida Ave.
(863) 270-2915
THE LAKELANDER
Who are the aestheticians at your spa?
RACHEAL SANTARPIA
Our aestheticians are Julie Smith (aesthetician, full facial specialist) and Angelina Santarpia (aesthetician, full facial specialist.)
TL
What line/brand of products do you carry for people’s daily skin care needs?
RACHEAL
We carry Skin Better Science medical grade skin care, an award-winning skin care line. Everything we choose to provide here at Clique Salon and Med spa was personally chosen by our team of licensed cosmetologists, aestheticians, nurse practitioners, and facial plastic surgeon medical directors with beauty and science in mind.
TL
What products in that line are part of that daily routine, what is the process for an individual, and what is the why/results behind your recommendation?
RACHEAL
Skin Better Science Oxygen Infusion Wash: A great cleanser with slow releasing AHA’s and an infusion of oxygen to purify and refresh my skin.
Trio Rebalancing Moisture: Used daily in the morning, this moisturizer uses a high-performance, triple-action formula that delivers hydration without the weight of other moisturizers. The results are healthier looking skin, improved appearance, suppleness, visible improvement in the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
AlphaRet Overnight Cream: Delivers remarkable results without the side effects historically experienced with retinoids.
EyeMax AlphaRet Overnight Cream: Reduces puffiness, lines and darkness in the skin around the eyes.
Sunbetter Advanced Mineral Protection Compact SPF 68 Tone Smart and Sunbetter Tone Smart Broad Spectrum Sunscreen Lotion SPF75: Both of these provide a high level of protection in a creamy lotion with a hint of color, that acts as a primer under makeup or in place of light coverage foundation, oil free.
TL
What is a skin care secret they want to share with the world?
RACHEAL
The skin care secret that I want to share with the world is Morpheus8. Morpheus8 uses microneedling with radiofrequency heat energy, and this device is scientifically proven to remodel, and rebuild collagen. The results are wonderful, revealing a younger looking you with improved collagen, texture and tighter skin.
BELLE LA VIE
@bellelaviesalonandspalakeland
4525 Florida Ave S Suite #16
(863) 617-5408
THE LAKELANDER
Who are the aestheticians at your spa?
CHARLINE FULBRIGHT
Our aestheticians are Veronica Muncel and Oana Barna.
TL
What line/brand of products do you carry for people’s daily skin care needs?
CHARLINE
Our skin care products are Farmhouse fresh and glo SKIN BEAUTY.
TL
What products in that line are part of that daily routine, what is the process for an individual, and what is the why/results behind your recommendation?
CHARLINE
New Groove facial cleanser (Farmhouse Fresh)
Restorative Cream Flat out Firm Peptide Serum (glo SKIN BEAUTY)
C Shield Eye Restore Cream
(glo SKIN BEAUTY)
TL
What is a skin care secret they want to share with the world?
CHARLINE
Honey heel Glaze for your heels and toes. It’s great for every skin type. It actually made The “O List (Oprah’s Favorite thing)
THE MEDICAL SPA AT WATSON CLINIC
1755 N Florida Ave.
(863) 904-6204
THE LAKELANDER
What products in that line are part of that daily routine, what is the process for an individual, and what is the why/results behind your recommendation?
KRISTY WILKES
Here are the ZO® products that should be applied as part of a daily skin care routine:
Cleanser (Gentle Cleanser): You should never go to bed without removing your makeup. This cleanser can be used to remove impurities and refresh the skin.
Toner (Complexion Renewal Pads): These pads help to balance the PH of the skin, control oils, refresh skin cells, and unclog the pores.
TL
Who are the aestheticians at your spa?
KRISTY
Our licensed aesthetician is Kristy Wilkes.
TL
What line/brand of products do you carry for people’s daily skin care needs?
KRISTY
The Medical Spa at Watson Clinic carries ZO®, SkinBetter Science®, and SkinCeuticals® skin care products.
Antioxidants (Illuminating AOX Serum): This excellent product minimizes skin damage by protecting the skin from free radicals, such as light, UV Rays, and pollutants. The result is brighter looking skin with a subtle, soft focus finish.
Moisturizer (Daily Power Defense): This moisturizer visibly reduces signs of premature aging, accelerates barrier restoration and extends the hydration of your skin.
SPF (Smart Tone Broad-Spectrum SPF50): This lightweight sunscreen protects you from UVA/UVB rays as well as the high energy visible (HEV) blue light you find on computer and cell phone screens. You should apply this product every day, even if you aren’t leaving your house.
For optimal skin health, it’s important that you consult with an aesthetician every four weeks for targeted treatments and products that can address your unique skin care issues and needs.
TL
What is a skin care secret they want to share with the world?
KRISTY
Consistency is key. When you practice patience and trust the process, you will be pleasantly surprised with the results. Also, I am a firm believer in overall wellness. What you eat and drink will have an impact on your skin, so it’s important to maintain a healthy diet. Seeking the care of a licensed aesthetician on a regular basis is crucial as they can help you maintain the healthiest skin possible.
BELLA VISAGE
@bellavisagelkld
119 Traders Alley
(863) 333-0553
THE LAKELANDER
Who are the aestheticians at your spa?
MICHELLE WILSON
Michelle Wilson - Lead Aesthetician.
Ashleigh Hudson - Aesthetician.
Amberlyn Davis - Aesthetician.
TL
What line/brand of products do you carry for people’s daily skin care needs?
MICHELLE
We always pair our top notch services with a custom built at-home regimen from Alastin Skincare and Skinbetter Science. Both lines include medical grade products that are dermatologist tested, paraben free, fragrance free and cruelty free.
TL
What products in that line are part of that daily routine, what is the process for an individual, and what is the why/results behind your recommendation?
MICHELLE
Skinbetter Science Cleansing Gel: A mild, foaming gel cleanser that gently and thoroughly cleanses the skin and removes makeup.
Skinbetter Science Alto Advanced Serum: A super-potent antioxidant serum that helps shield the skin against the effects of internal and external free radicals.
Alastin Restorative Eye Treatment: Designed to reduce the appearance of puffiness and dark circles while smoothing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes.
Skinbetter Science AlphaRet Overnight Cream: (Only to be used at night!) A nighttime cream that provides visible skin rejuvenation with little-to-no irritation.
Skinbetter Science Trio Rebalancing Moisture Treatment: Will help bring moisture and hydration balance back to the skin without leaving a thick film.
Alastin SilkShield All Mineral Sunscreen: This sunscreen includes a peptide blend that provides anti-aging benefits even after the sun goes down.
TL
What is a skin care secret they want to share with the world?
MICHELLE
Procedures done at the spa, while valuable in anti-aging, pale in comparison to the results that can be seen with a clinically strong, medical grade skin care regimen. We actually tell our clients that treatments produce around 20 percent of their results, a good home regimen is the other 80 percent. We are very good at recommending products to each individual to deliver the results they desire.