You may have seen this beautiful plant artfully flanking lush gardens. Its flowers are usually in varying hues of purple, pink and white, and butterflies are frequently seen hovering around it. What is this mystery plant?

Buddleja Davidii– also appropriately dubbed “Butterfly Bush” because of its attractiveness to butterflies. Beyond its beauty, it has proven itself as an effective skin care ingredient for its highly protective and repair properties, as well as its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity.

This summer you may find yourself enjoying some time near the ocean. There certainly are many reasons to appreciate it – the breathtaking views, tranquil effects, and the wildlife. Another, lesser known reason to appreciate the ocean is the powerful microorganisms found deep under the water’s surface. 

Many of these microorganisms are extremely beneficial for the skin, and work to rejuvenate and fight the signs of aging. For example, Thermus Thermophilus Ferment Extract, found in deep-sea hydrothermal vents, immerses the skin in rich amino acids, peptides and enzymes.

 

The 2010 National Face-Off Competition has come to a close and we’re proud to announce this year’s winner. Congratulations to Nancy K. Betzen with Skin Assist in Englewood, Colorado! Her work exemplifies what our profession is truly about: performance, professionalism and lasting results.

 

While we could only select one winner, the entries this year were truly remarkable. Congratulations to all of the amazing aestheticians from throughout the country who participated in the 2010 National Face-Off Competition. It is clear, judging by the attention to detail and the before-and-after photos, each of you have tremendous dedication to the art of skin rejuvenation and passion for delivering results to your clients.