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What can I do about the dark spots on my face or arms?

What causes the dark (pigment) spots on my face or arms?

Is there a product for irritated or itchy eyelashes?

My eyes are puffy when I awake in the morning?

I have a dry fine lines on my neck, what can I do about it?

I have wrinkles forming around my mouth what can be done about it?

Is there a foundation can I use that doesn’t clog my pores?

What can do about dry scaly skin on my legs and arms?

Is there anything can done about acne?

Is there a product to sooth and calm a sunburn?

Is there product to sooth and calm insect bits?

What can do to sooth a cat scratch?

What can nurses or other people who must constantly wash with anti-bacterial soap do to repair the damage?

How can I soothe the redness associated with tweezing or waxing eyebrows and or lips or chins?

What do I do about itchy ears?

I have rough patches on my arms and legs, what can I do about it?

How do I get all of the mascara off?

How do I protect my lips form sun damage?

How do I protect around my eyes from sun damage?

What should I use to moisturize at night?

How do I moisturize oily skin with out causing breakouts?

How do I care for combination skin?

I am over 40 and trying to keep my skin healthy and as young looking as possible. What can I do to about it?

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What can I do about the dark spots on my face or arms?

We have a special face treatment called Pigment Control Treatment, to reduce sun spots.
Call 208-322-8626 to book your Treatment and receive free samples.

For maximum results:

1) Wear Sun screen at all times.

Dermalogica has a full line of Sun screens listed here:

  -  Oil Free Matte Block SPF 20 for the face.
  -  Super Sensitive Face Block SPF 30 recommended for sensitive skin.
  -  Extra Rich Face Block SPF 30 recommended for dry skin.
  -  Solar Defense Booster SPF 30 use for either maximum protection alone or mix with make-up.
  -  Ultra Sensitive Face Block SPF 25 recommended for sensitive skin and uses ultra fine
       porcelain particles to reflect the suns most damaging rays.
  -  MultiVitamin Body Block SPF 20 a rich all over body protection.
  -  Solar Shield SPF 15 recommended for the lips, ears and nose areas.
  -  WaterBlock Solar Spray SPF 30 a waterproof protection with out drying alcohol. Ideal for sports.
  -  Full Spectrum Wipes SPF 15 these are sealed in packets, great for on the go activities.
       Convenient for quick application or to reapply as necessary.

And

2)   Use Night Bright by Dermalogica, an intensive night treatment with a concentrated-gel formula of
       Dermalogica’s Brightening Complex, Vitamin C and Lactic Acid to help control melanin
       formation without Hydroquinone.
  >  Should be used in conjunction with Day Bright SPF 15 by Dermalogica, a Hydroquinone-free
       formula that helps balance uneven pigmentation, illuminates the skin and protects during the day.
       Daily Microfoiant by Dermalogica. This unique Rice-based enzyme power microfoliates dulling debris
       and instantly leaves the skin noticeably smoother and brighter.

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What causes the dark (pigment) spots on my face or arms?

Sun damage causes pigmentation (brown) spots.
To prevent sun damage and pigmentation wear a good sun protection at all times:

Dermalogica has a full line of Sun screens listed below:
Oil Free Matte Block SPF 20 for the face.
Super Sensitive Face Block SPF 30 recommended for sensitive skin.
Extra Rich Face Block SPF 30 recommended for dry skin.
Solar Defense Booster SPF 30 use for either maximum protection alone or mix with make-up.
Ultra Sensitive Face Block SPF 25 recommended for sensitive skin and uses ultra fine porcelain
particles to reflect the suns most damaging rays.
MultiVitamin Body Block SPF 20 a rich all over body protection.
Solar Shield SPF 15 recommended for the lips, ears and nose areas.
WaterBlock Solar Spray SPF 30 a waterproof protection with out drying alcohol. Ideal for sports.
Full Spectrum Wipes SPF 15 these are sealed in packets, great for on the go activities.
Convenient for quick application or to reapply as necessary.

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Is there a product for irritated or itchy eyelashes?

Yes. Gentle Soothing Booster. An oil-free treatment to immediately reduce skin redness.
Concentrated Red Raspberry Extract joins moisture-binding Honey to help skin recover from daily
stress and inflammation. Use over areas of sensitivity.
This product is safe for eye lids and around the delicate eye area.

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My eyes are puffy when I awake in the morning?

We have a puffy eye relief recipe.

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I have a dry fine lines on my neck, what can I do about it?

Always wear sun screen.

Dermalogica has a full line of Sun screens listed below:

Oil Free Matte Block SPF 20 for the face.
Super Sensitive Face Block SPF 30 recommended for sensitive skin.
Extra Rich Face Block SPF 30 recommended for dry skin.
Solar Defense Booster SPF 30 use for either maximum protection alone or mix with make-up.
Ultra Sensitive Face Block SPF 25 recommended for sensitive skin and uses ultra fine porcelain
particles to reflect the suns most damaging rays.
MultiVitamin Body Block SPF 20 a rich all over body protection.
Solar Shield SPF 15 recommended for the lips, ears and nose areas.
WaterBlock Solar Spray SPF 30 a waterproof protection with out drying alcohol.
Ideal for sports.
Full Spectrum Wipes SPF 15 these are sealed in packets, great for on the go activities..
Convenient for quick application or to reapply as necessary.
Make sure you use good quality moisturizers.

Dermalogica has a full line of moisturizers listed below:

Acne and blemished skin:
Oil Control Lotion provides a feather-light lotion with Micro-sponges to absorb oil on the skin surface
throughout the day or night, reducing shine and providing a smooth, matte finish.

Normal to oily condition:
Active Moist. This lightweight, oil-free moisturizer absorbs without a trace, creating an invisible barrier
against moisture loss. Silk Proteins combined with extract of Burdock, Sage and Cucumber calm and
hydrate the skin.
Or Skin Smoothing Cream.
Smooth fine dehydration lines and relieve tightness with this nutrient-rich,
med-weight cream fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidant Grape Seed, essential oils and nourishing vitamins.

Normal to Dry skin:
Skin Smoothing Cream. Smooth fine dehydration lines and relieve tightness with this nutrient-rich,
med-weight cream fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidant Grape Seed, essential oils and nourishing vitamins.
Or Intensive Moisture Balance.
An ultra-rich phytonutrient moisturizer designed to combat dry skin and reduce the signs of aging.

Dry Skin:
Intensive Moisture Balance.
An ultra-rich phytonutrient moisturizer designed to combat dry skin and reduce the signs of aging.
Or Barrier Repair.

A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer that melts gently into sensitized skin to
soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression.

Sensitized skin:
Barrier Repair. A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer that melts gently into sensitized skin to
soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression.
Or Super Rich Repair. Recommended for chronically dry and prematurely-aging or sensitized skin
Powerful peptides stimulate collagen production while n aced-free smoothing complex improves
elasticity and tone.

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I have wrinkles forming around my mouth what can be done about it?

At About Saving Our Skin we have Special Professional Face treatments addressing dehydrated skin.
Call 208-322-8626 to schedule your appointment.
Also home care can help. Always wear sun screen.
Dermalogica has a full line of Sun screens listed below:
Oil Free Matte Block SPF 20 for the face.
Super Sensitive Face Block SPF 30 recommended for sensitive skin.
Extra Rich Face Block SPF 30 recommended for dry skin.
Solar Defense Booster SPF 30 use for either maximum protection alone or mix with make-up.
Ultra Sensitive Face Block SPF 25 recommended for sensitive skin and uses ultra fine porcelain
particles to reflect the suns most damaging rays.
MultiVitamin Body Block SPF 20 a rich all over body protection.
Solar Shield SPF 15 recommended for the lips, ears and nose areas.
Water Block Solar Spray SPF 30 a waterproof protection with out drying alcohol.
Ideal for sports.
Full Spectrum Wipes SPF 15 these are sealed in packets, great for on the go activities.
Convenient for quick application or to reapply as necessary.
Make sure you use good quality moisturizers.
Dermalogica has a full line of moisturizers listed below:
Acne and blemished skin:
Oil Control Lotion provides a feather-light lotion with Micro-sponges to absorb oil on the skin surface
throughout the day or night, reducing shine and providing a smooth, matte finish.
Normal to oily condition:
Active Moist. This lightweight, oil-free moisturizer absorbs without a trace, creating an invisible barrier
against moisture loss. Silk Proteins combined with extract of Burdock, Sage and Cucumber calm and
hydrate the skin.
Or Skin Smoothing Cream. Smooth fine dehydration lines and relieve tightness with this nutrient-rich,
med-weight cream fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidant Grape Seed, essential oils and nourishing
vitamins.
Normal to Dry skin:
Skin Smoothing Cream. Smooth fine dehydration lines and relieve tightness with this nutrient-rich,
med-weight cream fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidant Grape Seed, essential oils and nourishing
vitamins.
Or Intensive Moisture Balance. An ultra-rich phytonutrient moisturizer designed to combat dry skin and
reduce the signs of aging.
Dry Skin:
Intensive Moisture Balance. An ultra-rich phytonutrient moisturizer designed to combat dry skin and
reduce the signs of aging.
Or Barrier Repair. A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer that melts gently into sensitized skin to
soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression.
Sensitized skin:
Barrier Repair. A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer that melts gently into sensitized skin to
soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression.
Or Super Rich Repair. Recommended for chronically dry and prematurely-aging or sensitized skin
Powerful peptides stimulate collagen production while n aced-free smoothing complex improves
elasticity and tone.

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Is there a foundation can I use that doesn’t clog my pores?

Yes. Treatment foundation by Dermalogica is an oil free water-based formula which provides excellent
coverage that can be adjusted from sheer to concealing.

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What can do about dry scaly skin on my legs and arms?

First Cleanse with Conditioning body Wash by Dermalogica.
A rich skin conditioning botanical cleanser for the entire body.
Next use Body hydrating cream by dermalogica. An advanced body cream formula with hydroxy acids
and essential plant oils to soothe and condition the skin. Concentrate on areas of extra dryness or
roughness such as ankles, knees and elbows.

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Is there anything can done about acne?

Yes At About Saving we have a Medicated Clearing Treatment, this treatment is the ultimate in acne
management because it targets current blemishes while helping to actually prevent future break out
activity. Clear and clean up your skin with our advanced deep cleansing techniques and powerful acne
fighting ingredients. Call 208-322-8626 for an appointment to start clearing up your skin.
Also find out what products to use to keep your skin clear between professional treatments.

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Is there a product to sooth and calm a sunburn?

Yes. After Sun Repair by Dermalogica. This treatment balm helps repair damage from exposure to UV
sun light as it helps to cool sun burn, wind burn or laser resurfacing and reduce discomfort.

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Is there product to sooth and calm insect bits?

Yes. Gentle Soothing Booster by Dermalogica. This is an oil-free treatment to immediately reduce skin
redness. Concentrated Red Raspberry Extract joins moisture-binding Honey to help skin recover from
daily stress and inflammation. Use over areas of sensitivity.

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What can do to sooth a cat scratch?

Gentle Soothing Booster by Dermalogica. This is an oil-free treatment to immediately reduce skin
redness. Concentrated Red Raspberry Extract joins moisture-binding Honey to help skin recover from
daily stress and inflammation. Use over the cat scratch area 4 times a day to sooth the itch.

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What can nurses or other people who must constantly wash with
anti-bacterial soap do to repair the damage?

Be sure to rinse all residue of soaps from your skin.
Next use:
Body hydrating cream by Dermalogica, an advanced body cream formula with hydroxy acids and
essential plant oils to soothe and condition the skin. Concentrate on areas of extra dryness or
roughness such as knuckles, cuticles and wrists.
Or
Multivitimin Hand and Nail treatment by Dermalogica, an intense non-greasy treatment that
conditions dry, rough hands while helping to reduce nail splitting and peeling. Pro vitamin B5
and soothing Algae Extract hydrate and provide an invisible barrier. Licorice Extract and Vitamin
C help even our skin tone while Vitamin A (Retinol) helps reverse the signs of premature aging.
Extracts of Ginkgo Biloba and Grape Seed plus Vitamin E help guard against environmental
damage, while quick-absorbing conditioners leave hands smoother and nails healthier.
Contains no artificial fragrance.
Or
After Sun Repair by Dermalogica. This treatment balm helps repair damage from exposure to UV
sun light as it helps to sooth sensitized irritated dry skin, reduces discomfort and heals skin gently.
This product can be reapplied as often as you wish.

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How can I soothe the redness associated with tweezing or waxing eyebrows
and or lips or chins?

Gentle soothing booster by Dermalogica, an oil-free treatment to immediately reduce skin redness.
Concentrated Red Raspberry Extract joins moisture-binding Honey to help skin recover from daily stress
and inflammation. Use over areas of sensitivity and irritation.
After Sun Repair by Dermalogica. This treatment balm helps repair damage from exposure to UV sun
light as it helps to cool sun burn, wind burn, irritation from tweezing, waxing or laser resurfacing and
reduces discomfort.

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What do I do about itchy ears?

Be sure to rinse off all of the soap residue every time you cleanse or shampoo your hair. Some people
can be sensitive to some cleansers of shampoos.. Then use Gentle Soothing Booster An oil-free treatment
to immediately reduce skin redness. Concentrated Red Raspberry Extract joins moisture-binding Honey
to help skin recover from daily stress and inflammation. Use over areas of sensitivity Then apply After
Sun Repair by Dermalogica. This treatment balm helps repair damage , soothes and heals.
If this condition persists you may have either a bacterial infection or a fungle infection.
Consult a Physician

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I have rough patches on my arms and legs, what can I do about it?

First Cleanse with Conditioning body Wash by Dermalogica.
A rich skin conditioning botanical cleanser for the entire body.
Next use Body hydrating cream by dermalogica. An advanced body cream formula with hydroxy acids
and essential plant oils to soothe and condition the skin. Concentrate on areas fo extra dryness or
roughness such as ankles, knees and elbows.

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How do I get all of the mascara off?

Soothing eye make up remover by Dermalogica, is an oil free, alcohol-free and water-soluble gentle
cleanser specially formulated to instantly dissolve all traces of eye and lip make-up, including stubborn
mascara.

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How do I protect my lips form sun damage?

Solar Shield SPF 15 by Dermalogica. An easy to use sun block stick that provides ultra water-proof sun
protection for the vulnerable lips, ears and nose areas.

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How do I protect around my eyes from sun damage?

Total Eye Care SPF 15 by Dermalogica. An advanced alpha-hydroxy eye treatment cream to help protect
and repair the delicate eye area while reducing the appearance of dark circles and lines.

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What should I use to moisturize at night?

It depends upon your skin, At About Saving Our Skin we provide free professional consultations and free
samples. Try before you buy. Please call 322-8626 for an appointment for your FREE consultation.
Acne and blemished skin:
Oil Control Lotion by Dermalogica provides a feather-light lotion with Micro-sponges to absorb oil on
the skin surface throughout the day or night, reducing shine and providing a smooth, matte finish.
Normal to oily condition:
Active Moist by Dermalogica. This lightweight, oil-free moisturizer absorbs without a trace, creating an
invisible barrier against moisture loss. Silk Proteins combined with extract of Burdock, Sage and
Cucumber calm and hydrate the skin.
Or Skin Smoothing Cream by Dermalogica. Smooth fine dehydration lines and relieve tightness with this
nutrient-rich, med-weight cream fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidant Grape Seed, essential
oils, and nourishing vitamins.
Normal to Dry skin:
Skin Smoothing Cream by Dermalogica. Smooth fine dehydration lines and relieve tightness with this
nutrient-rich, med-weight cream fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidant Grape Seed, essential oils
and nourishing vitamins.
Dry Skin:
Intensive Moisture Balance. An ultra-rich phytonutrient moisturizer designed to combat dry skin and
reduce the signs of aging.
Or Barrier Repair. A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer that melts gently into sensitized skin to
soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression.
Sensitized skin:
Barrier Repair. A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer that melts gently into sensitized skin to
soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression.
Or Super Rich Repair. Recommended for chronically dry and prematurely-aging or sensitized skin
Powerful peptides stimulate collagen production while n aced-free smoothing complex improves
elasticity and tone.

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How do I moisturize oily skin with out causing breakouts?

Oil Control Lotion by Dermalogica provides a feather-light lotion with Micro-sponges to absorb oil on
the skin surface throughout the day or night, reducing shine and providing a smooth, matte finish.
Or Active Moist by Dermalogica. This lightweight, oil-free moisturizer absorbs without a trace, creating an
invisible barrier against moisture loss. Silk Proteins combined with extract of Burdock, Sage and
Cucumber calm and hydrate the skin.
Call 208-322-8626 to receive FREE samples.

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How do I care for combination skin?

Treat the oily areas ( most likely the T zone) with:
Oil Control Lotion. It provides a feather-light lotion with Micro-sponges to absorb oil on the skin surface
throughout the day or night, reducing shine and providing a smooth, matte finish.
Or Active Moist. This lightweight, oil-free moisturizer absorbs without a trace, creating an invisible barrier
against moisture loss. Silk Proteins combined with extract of Burdock, Sage and Cucumber calm and
hydrate the skin.
For the dry areas you can use:
Skin Smoothing Cream by Dermalogica. Smooths fine dehydration lines and relieve tightness with this
nutrient-rich, medium-weight cream fortified with Hyaluronic Acid, antioxidant Grape Seed, essential
oils and nourishing vitamins.
Need help choosing the best products for your skin?
FREE 15 minute consultation call Sandi at 208 322 8626

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I am over 40 and trying to keep my skin healthy and as young looking as possible.
What can I do to about it?

About Saving Our Skin has the new Age SmartTM professional skin treatments available.
Call 208-322-8626 for an appointment.


Or

Age Smart Products are specially formulated for mature or prematurely aged skin from environmental damage.
The following will show you a complete skin care routine to help control the biochemical reactions
that lead to skin aging, you can use at home.

Skin Resurfacing Cleanser by Dermalogica is a duel -action exfoliating cleanser containing Latic Acid that
smooths retexturizes and delivers ultra clean skin.
Use of this cleanser prepares skin for maximum penetration fo Age SmartTM active ingredients.

Antioxidant hydramist by Dermalogica is a refreashing antioxidant shield with flash-firming properties
to improve skin texture, quench damaging fre radicals and intensely hydrate sllpoif, dehydrated skin.

Multivitamin power recoveryR masque by Dermalogica is a powerful masque of concentrated
antioxidant vitamins to help skin recover from damage while enhancing barrier properties and
promoting healthy tissue regeneration.

MAP-15 regenerator by Dermalogicais a revolutionary powder-to-emulsion treatment that delivers
the highest concentration of Magnesium Ascorbl Phosphate ( MAP) directly into the skin,
dramatically imporoving skin firmness and clarity.

Multivitamin power concentrte by Dermalogica. This formulation of pure concentrated
vitamins A, C and E helps reverse the signs of premature aging while defending
against future free radical damage.

Dynamic skin recovery SPF 30 by Dermalogica. This product achieves absolute hydration and
defense against the contributing causes of skin aging with this medium-weight emollient
daily moisturizer with SPF 30.

Super Rich Repair. Recommended for chronically dry and prematurely-aging or sensitized skin
Powerful peptides stimulate collagen production while a n acid-free smoothing complex improves elasticity and tone.

Power richTM by Dermalogica is a potent treatment that stimulates collagen production,
helping to increase firmness and elasticity. Ablend of multivitamins and active botanicals
that includes, Red Seaweed, Rice Extract, Soy Protein Phytoestrogens, Kukui Nut and
Licorice hydrates exfoliates and helps reverse the signs of premature aging.

Multivitamin power firm by Dermalogica combats visible lines around the eye area with this
powerful firming complex of skin-rebuilding antioxidant vitamins, protective Organic Silicones and
Red Seaweed Extract.

Renewal lip complex by dermalogica is a daily lip treatment that restores delicate tissue,
minimizes contour lines and helps prevent the signs of aging.

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Next? Call Sandi at (208) 322-8626 for your Free Consultation.

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About Saving Our Skin, 4725 Windward Court, Boise, Idaho 83714 Tel: (208) 322-8626