Leonard Drake Ultra Calming Skincare Workshop

Did anyone of you went to the recent Leonard Drake Ultra Calming Skincare Workshop held at Marriott Hotel?

Yes I did (together with Shirleen) .. and I am sure for those who attended the workshop had benefitted from the information and skincare tips presented by Ms Heather Vounnou.

Here is Ms Heather Vounnou,International Corporate trainer For Asia & New Zealand at the International Dermal Institute. A very knowledgeable and well-spoken lady who truly share the passion of having good skin from inside out.

See the "join FITE" banner behind Ms Heather? She started the presentation by sharing with us a little about FITE which stands for 'Financial Independence through Entrepreneurship". This programme is the brainchild of internationally renowned professional skincare brand, Dermalogica, which helps women entrepreneurs gain economic independence through a microfinance scheme. Check out this video clip about the FITE program:

For every purchase of selected Dermalogica product under FITE program, a small amount of money will be donated to an entrepreneur whom the customer has chosen. However, once the loan receipient has gotten her business up and running, and has repaid her loan, the money is returned and reloaned to another entrepreneur, and so the cycle continues. (Yes, your little contributions can help many entrepreneurs in the third world countries) For more information, visit http://joinfite.org/

We were then given a short questionaire to check our skin's biosensitivity score.

My biosensitivity score is 6, close to 7+, which means my biosensitively is noticeable enough to cause me discomfort. I have to agree that my skin is more to the sensitive type. So what is your biosentivity score?

Next up I am going to share a few slides which were presented by Ms Heather during the workshop:

Some of the things that Ms Heather shared with us regarding other causes of skin sensitivity and skincare tips:

• Using products from different brands (or cherry picking) also leads to sensitive skin. That is why Beauty Editors have the most sensitive skin because they got to try many brands and products from time to time.
• Having sunburns often is also a form of sensitived skin.
• Using too skincare products at one time will increase skin sensitivity.
• Not foaming well your cleanser. (Always remember to lather the cleanser well with water to create enough foam before cleansing, it is the foam that does the job of cleansing.)
• Hot and spicy food will increase skin reactions, so it is highly recommended not to do facials after eating hot & spicy food as it may lead to adverse skin reactions.
• Products with artificial chemical and fragrances will cause skin allergy. 
• Over-processed skin will lead to sensitive skin. E.g: cherry picking and over exfoliation.
• To prevent skin from becoming dehydrated, drink 4 cups of plain water for every 1 cup of tea/coffee that you drink. (Consumption of too much Caffeine will cause dehydration of skin)
• Avoid direct hot steam and extraction when your skin is sensitive.
• Avoid too heavy/rough massage for sensitive and sensitized skin. (as we do not want to further irritate our skin)

Meet the new range of Dermalogica UltraCalming products...

From left to right:

• Barrier Repair - velvety moisturizer melts into skin to shield against skin stress.
• UltraCalming Relief Masque - for quick relief of irritation and flare-ups.
• UltraCalming cleanser (500ml/250ml) - soothes while gently lifting irritating debris.
• UltraCalming Serum Concentrate - restores skin's barrier to increase tolerance against assault.
• UltraCalming Mist (not in picture) - hydrating mist desensitizes while easing redness and stinging.

Here is Ms Heather doing a demonstration of the latest Leonard Drake's New UltraCalming Treatment:

And after the presentation by Ms Heather ended, all the participants were treated to some yummy finger food and pastries. We also indulged in a wide selection of tea from Teekanne. ( too many interesting flavours to choose from! and I chose happy moods!)

Not forgetting the lovely doorgifts to bring home. They include a full size Dermalogica UltraCalming Cleanser, Dermalogica Age Smart power recovery duo trial pack and a box of Teekanne tea bags from the Wellness Collection.

And thanks to Shirleen who companied me at this workshop...

- My new liquid foundation made my skin looked so white in this picture.. Wrong shade chosen :(

Before I end this post, let me share with you some of the promotions for Leonard Drake's latest UltraCalming Treatments and Dermalogica products which were launched just last week:

PRODUCT:
Buy any 3 UltraCalming products (new range) and get to enjoy one latest UltraCalming Barrier Defense Facial treatment (worth $160)* FREE.
*limited to one complimentary treatment per customer only

SERVICE:
Trial: 30% OFF* any UltraCalming Facial Treatment
*limited to one trial per customer only

Program**:
Sign up any UltraCalming Facial Treatment program (6+1) and receive:
- 6 complimentary UltraCalming Eye Treatments and
- 6 complimentary UltraCalming Neck Treatments (total worth $840).
**limited to one program per customer only

All the above promotions are valid until 30 April 2011.

 

Well, 3 days ago, I went to Leonard Drake at Nex to try out the latest Leonard Drake's UltraCalming Barrier Defense Facial which is designed for reactive, highly sensitive, dehydrated, sensitised and allergy-prone skin, using the latest Dermalogica UltraCalming Products from the normal as well as the professional range.

 

The treatment aims to provide long-term relief from flare-ups. calms and soothes skin, improve skin hydration and its barrier repair function, and speed up the skin's helaing process.

 

Previously I tried Leonard Drake's Ultra Sensitive Skin Treatment, and I can say that they are two different treatments. The latest UltraCalming Barrier Defense Facial does not include hot steam, extraction and high frequency machine. It is pretty much a treatment to help calm sensitive, allergy-prone skin and/or skin which suffers from acne, as it uses soothing products such as a botanical mist to soothe and provide hydration to my skin. Although there was no extraction, I was given gentle point massage on my face and eye areas to drain away toxins. (Not so much effleurage movements on my face though as the main focus was not to irritate my skin)

A cold massager was also used to soothe the skin. The mask used contained oatmeal that helps to relieve irritation and heal skin from eruptions and rashes. After the 1hour+  treatment, my skin felt smoother and moisturised. Totally no redness since there was no extraction! In fact, I was surprised that the treatment helps to reduce and heal my headless pimples. There were 2 big red irritating pimples, one at the side of my nose and another at my chin, now they are totally flattened and almost disappearing. (and it is only the 3rd day after the treatment). No wonder that therapist told me this treatment is suitable for acne skin because it can calm and heal breakouts at the same time.

 

 

Prices of the latest Leonard Drake New UltraCalming Treatments:

• UltraCalming Barrier Defense Facial - $160 (60mins)
• Advanced UltraCalming Barrier Defense Facial - $200 (75mins)
• UltraCalming Eye Treatment - $70 (30mins)
• UltraCalming Neck Treatment - $70 (30mins)

The new UltraCalming treatments are available at all 10 Leonard Drake Skincare & Health Spa Centres in Singapore. For more information and centre locations, visit Leonard Drake website.

Thank you Leonard Drake Singapore for inviting me to this fruitful Ultra Calming Skincare Workshop and letting me experience a pampering session of  your latest UltraCalming Barrier Defense Facial. Special thanks to Sheena, Hazel and Christina for your invitation. Also a big thank you to the guest speaker, Ms Heather Vounnou, for sharing with us useful information and skincare tips during the workshop.

 

Leonard Drake Skin Care Health Spa At Nex Serangoon

Can you recognise this building? 

If you had said "Yes, It is Nex", you are 100% correct! (Nex offers a dazzling mix of retail, entertainment, lifestyle and food & beverage with over 360 premium tenants and brands. For more info about Nex, Click here.)

Although I live in Hougang, and Nex @ Serangoon Central is just 5 mins drive from my place,I only visited the shopping mall just last week...

And can you make a guess which was the first shop that I stepped into at Nex?

It was none other than the latest outlet of Leonard Drake!!! Leonard Drake is proud to unveil its latest outlet at Nex@Serangoon! This newest addition is nestled in the heart of a newly opened mega mall which promises to be the next big thing in heartland mall shopping experience.

About Leonard Drake:

Leonard Drake abides by a philosophy of promising “Optimum Skin Health with Maximum Results” and is affiliated to the International Dermal Institute in Los Angeles (the world’s leading postgraduate centre for skincare therapy). Treatment results are achieved by advanced techniques, using medical-grade skincare equipment and products from Dermalogica, the leading professional skincare system in the United States.

With 70% of its outlets situated outside the main city area, you wonder why Leonard Drake chooses such a strategy. The answer is simple: people want to be near their homes so that it is more convenient. Perhaps that is why heartland malls are getting popular and Leonard Drake understands just that.

It’s Heartlands Once More…

As mentioned, Leonard Drake was the very first outlet that I visited at Nex ...so what does the lastest Leonard Drake has instore for its clients?....

Clean, spacious, clinical – all these are synonymous with Leonard Drake outlets, and the one at nex@Serangoon is no exception.

This cool outlet boasts a size of 2013 sq ft with:

• 5 facial rooms,
• 2 double facial rooms,
• 2 body treatment rooms,
• a private room for skincare/make-up training,
• a Skin Bar retail area

- Double Facial Room (Now you can enjoy facial with your best friend/hubby/bf)

 - Individual Facial Room ( let one enjoy the treatment while without compromising on privacy)

-Individual lockers, dressing room and a vanity room - You can always find a cozy corner to doll up yourself after your treatment session, before hitting town.

- A Skinbar retail area ( Let one test and feel the products at your convenience, knowledgeable and friendly staffs are always there to assist you)

Given today’s hectic lifestyle, travelling time is extremely precious to clients, hence with the opening of the Serangoon Central branch, Leonard Drake is able to meet the demand of residents in the North-Eastern part of the island for its services and products. Residents at Serangoon, Bartley, Tai Seng, Kovan, Lorong Chuan, Woodleigh, Potong Pasir, Lorong Lew Lian, Eden Grove and Gambir Walk will find the proximity of the outlet at nex most convenient.

So how about Leonard Drake's treatment?

I was privileged to try out Leonard Drake's Ultra Sensitive Skin Treatment - Ok, I have to admit that all these years I know about Leonard Drake but I have never tried any of the facial treatment until last week. Leonard Drake 3 step skin analysis consists of: Detailed consultation, skin scanning, face mapping..

- This is the skin scanning machine in which one would able to see the probems of our skin through the different colors lights shown on the different parts of my skin. ( One first time trying out this though! and its pretty interesting to see all the problems of my skin through the colors reflected, problems which my own eyes are unable to see that clearly, some of which exist beneath our skin)

There is also a face mapping unique skin analysis which combines the latest advances in skin analysis techniques with the proven results of Chinese Diagnosis. The trained therapist uses face mapping to divide the face into fourteen distinct zones and provides an objective view of the skin’s condition and as well as an indication of any underlying health issues. Methodical analysis of the facial landscape enables the creation of specifically-designed treatments to address each client’s personal skin concerns. *Face Mapping is only available from authorised Dermalogica skin care centres.

* And through face mapping skin analysis, I came to know why my breakouts occurred around my mouth area and chin lately--> Because of hormonal changes ( Eee.. the effect of growing old!)

Leonard Drake's Ultra Sensitive Skin Treatment is one of their signature and award-winning facial treatment which aims to calm skin. The procedure was pretty much like a normal facial (hot steam, extraction) but it includes 2 masks, and 2 machines (one was a high frequency treatment for anti-septic properties and a cold massager to penetrate the serum as well as to soothe and reduce any redness.) The massage was also relaxing with the right amount of strength. (During the detailed consultation,I was even asked the strength of massage that I preferred, very thoughtful for them to know that different customers prefer different strength when it comes to massaging)

I enjoyed the whole facial treatment and woke up to more supple and refreshed skin.. and I was surprised to see that despite all the extractions, my skin was not red at all.. it must be the result of the cold massager, the masks and the products that they used on me.

I was also given some Dermalogica skincare samples to bring home to try.. ( Leonard Drake uses Dermalogica products in all their facial. Did I also mention that Leonard Drake also carries my favourite Averine Cover Spot Concealer? Yes, you can just pop by any Leonard Drake outlet to try out the color and texture of the products that they carry)

Any promotion at Leonard Drake?

When I was there, I saw this banner at the shopfront so took a picture to share with you all...

Wait... I have another good news to share, Leonard Drake will be holding a skincare workshop at Marriott Hotel ..and OCBC card members just need to pay a special price of $40 (instead of $50)..and these are what you can enjoy....

(Click on image to enlarge)

--> Did you see that the doorgift include a retail size Dermalogica UltraCalming Cleanser(250ml)? That alone cost $74.


Special Thanks to Leonard Drake Singapore and Hazel for inviting me to tour the latest outlet at Nex and letting me try out the award-winning facial treatment.