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We’re very pleased to announce a new Karin Herzog salon, West One Beauty which has just opened in Camden, London.
Salon owner Sally Medcalf has been one of our favourite beauty therapists for many years. Her original salon West One Beauty, in Marylebone, London is well known by Karin Herzog fans across the capital. Sally’s new venture is set to be just as successful. The salon is beautifully decorated, making you feel pampered as soon as you walk in the door!
In 2004 Sally was nominated Beauty Therapist and Facialist of the Year for her expertise in facial skincare. A master of Karin Herzog therapies, we regularly send our celebrity clients to Sally. Sally also has some fantastic beauty therapists working with her who are trained in Karin Herzog therapies.
To make a booking, you can contact the Camden branch of West One Beauty on 020 7267 8787 or via the salon website.
As well as our wonderful salon treatments, West One Beauty also has Karin Herzog retail products available for sale in both salons.
You may have heard that the latest buzz amongst the A listers is the NO TRACE FACE, that means minimum intervention and little work so that the effects of cosmetic surgery are less pronounced and visible at a glance. Safer and better use of cosmetic surgery to enhance and aid your natural beauty, without masking it. And who can blame them? We have all seen the pictures of celebrities who have gone too far!
The problem is that cosmetic surgery becomes like a drug, it’s infectious, the more you have, the more you want. If you see your face immediately after your first treatment and love the results you want to recapture that feeling, the problem is that you become too aware of the slightest changes and when the effects of the first treatment begin to wear off, you go back for more and perhaps have a bigger or stronger does this time, then so on and so on until the frequency and strength of treatment is such that you have forgotten what you actually looked like originally or after treatment number one.
The key to success and the way forward is most definitely the NO TRACE FACE
At Karin Herzog we are not saying don’t have procedures at all, if it’s what you want, go for it, but please use it in conjunction with your daily beauty routine and go softly and gently, using the two to enhance each other. The danger is when you use cosmetic procedures in isolation, and solely for your age management, you are apt to do too much and go too far. If your skincare is capable of advanced anti-ageing, you don’t need too much (or any) additional intervention!
To get the true NO TRACE FACE, you need to make sure that you are using the very very best skincare products that work to postpone and slow down ageing!
Products that are proven to work with the skin for maximum benefit to anti-age, brighten, illuminate and rejuvenate, then a little Botox or hyaluronic from time to time is all that is needed and you will look amazing….but importantly, fresh and natural.
That is why so many of today’s most forward thinking and leading cosmetic surgeons recommend Karin Herzog skincare for advanced home care:
By applying Karin Herzog products twice per day to the skin you can be assured that the skin is both energised and detoxed for up to 8 hours after application AND that the delivery of raw essential Oxygen, Water and active Vitamins is transported deep down into the dermis, where the skin can work with that delivery to hyper-cleanse and energise.
Collagen production and the stimulation of elastin fibres are both Oxygen dependant. Apply your twice daily fix of Oxygen and you will give your skin the very best chance of increasing collagen and greatly improving the elasticity and formation of the skin. The water plumps, refreshes and brightens and the vitamins work at the cellular level to increase cell renewal, all of which is obviously super-charged by oxygen.
By the time you are 24 your facial skin has lost a massive 1/3rd of its oxygen pressure and cell renewal and turnover slows down. It continues to decline from there on in. Karin Herzog is clinically proven to correct and address this Oxygen and nutrient deficiency and so is fundamental to achieving the NO TRACE FACE.
Some have asked: “WILL INCREASING MY OXYGEN TENSION IN THE SKIN, INCREASE FREE RADICAL DAMAGE?”
Click here to read a report from Dr Kim Cowen which sets out to explain why actually increasing Oxygen pressure in the skin has many major benefits to the skin and why it is actually proven to have a super antioxidant effect and why Nobel award winning Doctors, like Dr Charles Farr, lead the way in beneficial Oxygen therapy and why Herzog (since that is the product Dr Cowen refers to in the article) is the best solution for all who want to slow down aging and have beautiful and glowing skin.
Acne is an extremely common skin condition, affecting over 80% of us at some p0int in our lives. We know this is no consolation is you’re suffering – but there is hope! Karin Herzog oxygen skincare works in synergy with your body to give amazing results, without the use of drugs, chemicals or other harsh ingredients. But to explain how oxygen works to combat acne, it helps to understand just what acne is and what causes it.
What is acne?
Acne sufferers have a condition that Dermatologists call RETENTION KERATOSIS. This is where the sebaceous glands within the skin are over producing Oil.
It is thought that hormones are generally responsible for some glands producing more oil than others. It is sometimes a reaction to environments and artificial stimulants (such as the over-use of the wrong products) that cause the problem to accelerate.
Dead skin cells are constantly being shed from the epidermis. Sometimes, and especially in an oily skin, these cells are not sloughed away and so can build up, eventually falling back into the openings of the Pores – and as a result the pore becomes blocked.
Fresh air can not get down into the follicle to deliver detoxifying oxygen. The consequence is a plugged pore with a moist warm environment – the perfect breeding ground for bacteria. As the bacteria multiply, it swells the follicle, and inflammation occurs turning into either a whitehead, blackhead or pustule. Doctors describe acne as a disease of the pilosebaceous units (PSUs).
Either way, blackheads and whiteheads are filled with trapped sebum and bacteria. And they can make you really miserable!
What causes acne?
The exact cause of acne is unknown, but doctors believe it results from several related factors:
One important factor is an increase in hormones called androgens (male sex hormones). These increase in both boys and girls during puberty and cause the sebaceous glands to enlarge and make more sebum. Hormonal changes related to pregnancy or starting or stopping birth control pills can also cause acne.
Another factor is heredity or genetics. Researchers believe that the tendency to develop acne can be inherited from parents. For example, studies have shown that many school-age boys with acne have a family history of the disorder.
Certain drugs, including androgens and lithium, are known to cause acne. Greasy cosmetics may alter the cells of the follicles and make them stick together, producing a plug.
Changing hormone levels in adolescent girls and adult women 2 to 7 days before their menstrual period starts.
Oil from skin products (moisturizers or cosmetics) or grease encountered in the work environment (for example, a kitchen with fry vats) Pressure from sports helmets or equipment, backpacks, tight collars, or tight sports uniforms.
Environmental irritants such as pollution and high humidity. Squeezing or picking at blemishes without a sterile environment and hard scrubbing of the skin can all contribute to the worsening of acne.
Some of the myths about what causes acne
Chocolate and greasy foods are often blamed, but there is little evidence that foods have much effect on the development and course of acne in most people. Another common myth is that dirty skin causes acne; Blackheads and other acne lesions are not caused by dirt.
Stress does not cause acne, but research suggests that for people who have acne, stress can make it worse. This is because stress reduces the oxygen pressure within the skin.
The lower the oxygen pressure, the higher the bacteria within the tissues and the more bacteria can spread and multiply. Factors that can reduce our oxygen pressure
* Age
* Smoking
* Pollution
* Medication
* Stress
* Alcohol
* Sun exposure
* Air conditioning & Central Heating
From this list we can see why some people older than 30 are still suffering from problematic skin.
Many people in today’s modern society live life at a fast pace. Stress is on the increase, Pollution is rising which depletes the amount of natural Oxygen in the air. Most work environments are air conditioned or centrally heated, and many people are taking medications. Some are even subjected to more or all of the factors listed above. Consequently mature Acne is on the increase.
How to treat acne
The goals of treatment are to heal existing lesions, stop new lesions from forming, prevent scarring, and minimize the psychological stress and embarrassment caused by this condition. The key to treating acne effectively is to raise the Oxygen pressure within the skin.
Dr Paul Herzog, who developed the formula for the Karin Herzog skin care line, was the first, and remains the only Doctor, to have successfully stabilised Oxygen In a cream format. When applied to the skin this formula raises Oxygen levels sufficiently to allow the skin to safely and effectively detox. Using NO preservatives this cream is reliable gentle and kind and so suitable to all skin types and works by delivering back to he skin what age and modern living strip from it on a daily basis.
During his research Dr Herzog was able to demonstrate that it is almost impossible for a well oxygenated tissue to become infected, since Oxygen destroys bacteria. In this way we know that every application of any of the Oxygen formulas within the Karin Herzog range will help destroy unwanted bacteria before it has a chance to multiply.
With every application the oxygen levels can be raised for up to 8 hours allowing for a deep cleanse of the tissues. After 8 hours this Oxygen has been used by the skin and so it is vitally important that anyone with a history of breakouts apply the cream to clean skin TWICE EVERY DAY!
Watch this space for more information on how Karin Herzog tackles acne, or see our dedicated acne website.
We’ve also put together a video to show you how best to use our products on your acne, including (because we know you will pick & squeeze) a guide to self extraction.
If you need help choosing the right Karin Herzog products for you, fill in our skin questionnaire, and we’ll get back to you with in-depth, personalised skincare advice.
Another in our series of blog posts focusing on our professional treatments, to help you choose the right treatment for you, and to ensure you know what results to expect.
Peel & Plump:A fabulous 30 minute facial with staggering results.
Using a safe and gentle glycolic acid, rose essential oil and Karin Herzog’s patented and proven oxygen therapy.
Peel & Plump is an amazing treatment that revives tired looking skin, helps soften fine lines, hydrates and plumps.
Skin is lifted and toned, elasticity is improved and the complexion looks brighter. The treatment stimulates cell renewal whilst simultaneously decongesting.
Essential for dry, mature skin, pigmentation problems, acne scaring or general lack-lustre skin.
Brilliant as an advanced beauty aid before a special occasion!
Karin Herzog professional treatments have a reputation for achieving incredible results. This is one in a series of blog posts aimed at helping you find out which treatment would work best for you, and what results you can expect.
Bodicial Number 1: For acne, problematic & congested skin
True to our ethos of treating the face through the body, the Bodicial first treats, clears and stimulates the body’s natural lymphatic system.
This treatment incorporates a full body manual lymphatic drainage massage to help the body to naturally detoxify itself, which helps clear the bacteria from the face, followed by our clinically proven oxygen therapy.
The fusion of the lymphatic massage and our world leading Pore Draw extraction facial, enables us to treat long-term problematic skin conditions and achieve unprecedented results. Breakouts are controlled and the skin begins a program of detoxification.
A series of treatments has the best effect, as results are cumulative: Clearing lymph of bacteria and skin of breakouts more and more with every visit on the path to clear and transformed skin.
Want to know which Karin Herzog professional treatment is best suited to your skin and what results you can expect? Here’s the second in our series of posts on facial treatments:
The Pore Draw: manual extraction facial For anyone suffering from spots (whether it’s just a few, or acne) the Pore Draw is the most effective and hygienic manual extraction facial. In laymans terms, this means the skin and spots are squeezed for you, in a hygenic and controlled manner.
Oxygen sterilises the therapist’s hands as well as the client’s skin. Blackheads, white heads and even Mila (those annoying tiny hard white lumps many people get around the eyes) can be extracted leaving the skin brighter, clearer fresher and visibly improved.
The Pore Draw is suitable for all types of skin, even young and sensitive skin and really does provide a deep cleanse. Leaving the skin ultra clean, glowing and fresh.
Especially suitable for people with an urban lifestyle, to get the skin truly, deep down clean.
For clients with severe cases of acne, a series of treatments may be recommened, your therapist will recommend how many and advice you on at home skincare.
If you’d like to book a Pore Draw, or any of our other treatments, contact us for information on your local Karin Herzog salon.
Don’t just want to take our word for it? India Knight described the Pore Draw as ‘the best facial in the world’ in the Sunday Times and Blogger Dolly Mix Fits recently reviewed the Pore Draw and called it ‘the best facial I’ve ever had’, read more here.
We all aim for a smooth, clear and even toned complexion, but different skin tones have different sets of problems, here we look at how our oxygen skincare products can help darker skin tones.
Three of our products; Vita-A-Kombi 2, Vita-A-Kombi 3, and Karin Herzog Mild Scrub are particularly effective in addressing overactive sebum production, something which often concerns women with dark skin. It’s often the root cause that leads to a set of very stubborn skin problems including clogged and/or infected pores, skin discoloration and ingrown hairs.
Let’s start with overactive sebum production. Because darker skin tones are prone to increased sebaceous activity, Vita-A-Kombi 2, with 2% oxygen concentration, delivers nutrients directly to cells, optimizing skin function and restoring sebum production to a normal, healthy level.
When emergencies such as breakouts strike, Vita-A-Kombi 3, a 3% oxygen concentration, acts as a fast and effective acne zapper. Regular use of Karin Herzog Mild Scrub gently removes dry blockages from pores, allowing them to breathe normally and at the same time, create a route for the penetration of Vita-A-Kombi 2.
Discoloration happens when melanocytes (the same melanin producing cells that keep dark skin younger looking) occasionally spin out of control and produce dark spots and uneven skin tones. Couple this with a delay in the natural turnover of cells and skin can begin to appear dull and feel course and rough. Vita-A-Kombi 3 effectively spot treats hyper-pigmentation aided by Mild Scrub that lifts dead cells, thus restoring radiance to the skin.
Ingrown hairs are very annoying. Instead of growing straight out of the follicle, often a hair will curl back under the skin’s surface. When a hair becomes trapped this way, it leads to inflammation and causes a protruding lump. Mild Scrub exfoliates the skin’s surface and lifts away dead cells that can trap hairs, while enhancing the faster-acting penetration of Vita-A-Kombi products.
Karin Herzog holds the global patent for encapsulating oxygen into emulsions. That’s the key to their gentle treatments, and the methodology that makes then highly effective for aiding darker skin by stimulating cell growth, maximizing skin function and soothing the epidermis.
If you need any more help choosing the right Karin Herzog products for your skin, please get in touch
We’re really proud to appear in today’s Daily Mail!
“Ever wondered how Sir Richard Branson keeps himself so fresh-looking? Obviously, the 60-year-old Virgin billionaire doesn’t exactly have the same stresses and strains as the rest of us (money concerns for one).
But, in fact, he attributes his youthful appearance to Karin Herzog oxygen masks.
Other celebrities who swear by the treatments include the baby-faced Tom Cruise, the super-smooth Kylie Minogue and perennially young Uma Thurman.”
Our face mask product is called Essential Mask, and contains 2% oxygen. It’s a personal fav of ours here at Karin Herzog HQ, we call it our ‘face lift in a tube’ for its ability to make skin firmer, more hydrated and radiant. It also has a beautiful fresh aromatic fragrance of mandarin, bilberry, grapefruit and orange.
Use once to three times a week, after cleansing the skin. Apply to the face and neck and allow to act for 10mins. Rince off with lukewarm water. If you have very dry skin you can leave the mask to absorb and simple massage in the residue without rinsing.
Try using 10mins before you apply your make-up for a fresh, wide awake glow!
Essential Mask is suitable for all skin types, but if you need help choosing which oxygen face cream is right for you, look at our handy guide.
No time to get to the salon? Don’t panic, we’re going to teach you a weekly routine which will speed up and enhance the effect of your daily oxygen routine, giving you firmer, brighter more luminous clear skin, with fine lines diminished and blemishes greatly reduced or eradicated – who could want for more?
2. Spritz the skin with the Karin Herzog Tonic Lotion and gently press into the skin
3. Apply the Karin Herzog Mild Scrub and remove with either our Face Silk, or a muslin cloth soaked in hot water (not too hot if you have broken capillaries)
5. Cover the face with cling film, but leaving holes to allow you to breathe comfortably!
6. Relax for 10-15 minutes
7. Remove any product remaining on the skin by using the Face Silk with hot water . Press the silk all over the face and neck. Re-soak the silk in water and apply to the face with circular movements. Finally, spritz the face with cold water and pat dry
Here at Karin Herzog we’re incredibly proud of our range of professional treatments. To help you learn more about which treatment is best suited to your skin, and what results you can expect, over the coming weeks we’re going to publish blog posts on each one.
The Smoothie: A luxurious hydrating and balancing facial
This is a hands on treatment incorporating oxygen, water, vitamins and gentle-but-effective super fruit enzymes from orange, mandarin, grapefruit and grapes.
As a high performance anti-ageing, maintenance facial, the Smoothie ensures the skin stays firm, hydrated and lifted. Not only is the Smoothie a face-lifting facial, but it’s both instant and long lasting.
Suitable for all skin types (including those with heightened sensitivity), excellent at restoring the natural balance and health of the skin and for treating many common disorders including rosacea, dermatitis, eczema and many more.
Anna, a Karin Herzog fan from Winchester, recently described the Smoothie as “the best facial I’ve ever had!”.
If you need more advice on whether the Smoothie is the best treatment for your skin? or if you’d like us to recommend a salon local to you, please get in touch.
We’re very pleased to announce a new Karin Herzog salon, West One Beauty which has just opened in Camden, London.
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