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Sisley Paris Treats Downtowners to an Evening of Pampering, Showcasing 2022 Skincare and Makeup

 

The French luxury brand Sisley Paris recently partnered with DOWNTOWN Magazine NYC to invite some of their dedicated readers, to a private evening of pampering, including mini facials and makeup applications, at their Bleecker Street location.

 

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Skincare is essential for anti-aging

Sisley Paris’s esthetician Marcia Bush gives Lana Masor a customized facial. Photos: Mariana Agostini.

60 Minute Bleecker Street Signature Facial

Marcia Bush, Sisley Paris’s expert esthetician, prepared customized mini facials for each guest, based on their skincare needs, whether it’s to hydrate the skin, enjoy aromatherapy, a restorative facial for skin that is stressed or needs brightening. Sisley Paris also offers its busy clients on-the-go a 60 minute Bleecker Street Signature Facial, that includes a relaxing scalp and leg massage. The Lyslait démaquillant au Lys Blanc toutes peaux is a gentle cleansing milk, with White Lily, that is good for all skin types. For reducing redness on sensitive skin, Bush recommends using the Lotion Tonique aux Fleurs, which is alcohol-free, to calm the skin. The instant éclat works as an instant glow primer.

Sisley Paris Black Rose collection
Sisley Paris Black Rose collection soothes and plumps skin.

Sisley Paris is renowned for its Black Rose collection, a series of products uniquely created with Paris-grown black roses, that naturally soothes and plumps the skin.

The evening also included a tutorial discussing Sisley Paris’s simple, three-step evening regimen for skincare that only takes minutes, introducing the Supremÿa La Nuit anti-aging skincare line. This includes a Night Lotion, to prepare skin; Supremÿa at Night, to repair damage; and Supremÿa Eyes at Night, to reduce eye puffiness and diminish the look of dark circles.

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Sisley Paris Makeup
Quentin at Sisley Paris gives Downtowner Aleksandra Lacka a makeup application.

 

All of Sisley Paris’s makeup is plant-based

Our CEO Grace A. Capobianco with Marcia Bush of Sisley Paris.

It’s all about striking a balance between finding the right skincare regimen for your lifestyle, and “légèreté-(lightness in French), makeup that’s a second skin,” says store manager Cecile Dennis. It shouldn’t feel heavy, but give a natural look that might make one wonder if someone is even wearing makeup. For spring 2022, they’ve introduced their Phyto-Teint Nude foundation. All of Sisley Paris’s makeup is plant-based, so it is kind to your skin, without ingredients such as alcohol, that can be drying and cause irritation. It also seals in hydration and optimizes plumpness.

 

Sisley Phyto Rouge Shine
Sisley Phyto-Rouge Shine

 

For lips, Sisley Paris recently introduced its Phyto-Rouge Shine, hydrating lip color, with Vitamin E, Moringa Oil, and Jojoba oil, available in 12 shades. But also, the applicator is designed to be kind to the environment; the elegant-looking refill clips into the base of the cap. Remove the upper part of the lipstick by pulling it upwards and clipping in the new refill.

Sisley Paris also has its own brand of hair care products, Sisley Hair Rituel, which is the equivalent of medical-grade back in France. Their Revitalizing Fortifying Serum Duo includes two highly concentrated serums infused with plant-based extracts, proteins, vitamins, and minerals to visibly fortify hair and scalp.

For more information on Sisley Paris, to purchase these products, or to make an appointment for a spa treatment at their Bleecker Street boutique, 343 Bleecker Street call and ask for Marcia Bush 212-645-1013 or visit sisleyparis.com

 

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Get Ready to Glow with a Lymphatic Drainage Massage at Joanna Vargas Salon

Looking for a new treatment to combat the effects of stress, travel, and lack of sleep on your skin and body? Joanna Vargas, celebrity facialist and founder of Joanna Vargas Salons and Skincare, is now offering a lymphatic drainage full body massage at her New York salon. We asked Joanna about this new treatment and its amazing benefits.

Downtown: What’s special about this type of massage?

JV: Your lymphatic system brings nutrients and carries away waste from every cell in the body. It doesn’t have its own pump, so the lymphatic system relies on our own body movement to perform vital function. A stagnant lymphatic system will cause acne, breakouts, and even dry skin.

Downtown: What kind of results do you get from a lymphatic drainage massage?

JV: Drawing out toxins and waste, my Lymphatic Drainage Full Body Massage drains the body of excess puffiness and helps the lymphatic system deliver fresh nutrients to cells, for glowing skin from head-to-toe.

Downtown: Why did you decide to bring this treatment to your clients?

JV: It’s healthy for the skin and body to have lymphatic stimulation, and it improves clients’ overall appearance. 

Downtown: How often should you get one of these massages?

JV: You should get the Lymphatic Drainage Full Body Massage done once a week leading up to an event and once a month for maintenance.

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Joanna Vargas Salon and Skincare Collection Founder Joanna Vargas Talks To Downtown

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An esthetician for nearly two decades, Joanna Vargas is an internationally-recognized skin care guru and one of the top celebrity facialists in New York City. She has treated countless supermodels and celebrities, having come a long way from her first job as an esthetician at Tribeca’s Ula Day Spa. Now, beyond her private clients, Joanna has the Joanna Vargas Skin Care salons in New York and Los Angeles and a line of retail-sold products.

Joanna spoke to Downtown about her thriving business, how everyday people can take better care of their skin, and what else is coming up for her. Her blog, products, salon info and much more can be found at www.joannavargas.com.

Joanna Vargas / Photo: Roderick
Joanna Vargas / Photo: Roderick

How did Jessica Alba find out about your brand?

Joanna Vargas: She came in for a facial. We have mutual friends and her Honor Beauty team are clients of the salon.

What do you feel is the first step someone should take towards having healthy, great-looking skin?

JV: The first step in having great skin is realizing that skin is just a window for what is going on in the body. If you can’t digest something, it comes out in the skin. If you don’t sleep or do anything that compromises your health, your skin will reflect that. I always recommend the basics to start: wash your face before bed, wear sunscreen and a great healthy diet.

You have been a New York State Licensed Esthetician for 17 years with clients all over the world. How did you decide to make your own products? Was there a particular event that inspired you to become an entrepreneur?

JV: I think the birth of my son was my defining moment. Becoming a mom made me so conscious of what I was doing and how I was doing it. I wanted to only use products that were healthy for him to be around and I wanted to be able to create a life that I would be proud to show him. Being a mom who is satisfied and engaged in a career, friends AND my kids I think is the best example I can be for them both.

Where are most of your clients? Do you find specific parts of the world more receptive to facial treatments?

JV: Well, I do have clients that come from all over the world to see me. New Yorkers are used to this town being the meeting point for so many different types of people. Obviously most of my clients live in New York, since I’m based here, but I have a ton of clients in Los Angeles as well. I think people are so much more health-conscious globally now more than ever, so we find that clients share that similarity no matter where they are from.

What makes your masks different from similar face mask products?

JV: I’m an esthetician — I have been doing facials for thousands and thousands of hours. My perspective comes from sitting in that chair. I think I know more about skin and ingredients than most people for that reason. It also makes me focused on results more than anything. My face masks are popular because you can SEE a difference in your skin. It’s that simple.

Where are the masks made?

JV: I have a manufacturer in Asia. The woman who runs it is actually a friend and that’s how we came to do business together. She and I have a mutual obsession with excellence and she takes care of my brand with that in mind.

Your namesake salon is on Fifth Avenue. Does all of your work and planning happen in Manhattan?

JV: That’s right. I think most people are kind of shocked to see me here every day. I think some clients of my girls assume I’m off somewhere, but I’m here daily doing facials in the AM and meetings in the afternoon.

What else is coming up for you and your brand? Any plans for a book?

JV: A book is in the works, yes. Ever since I started my blog 10 years ago, I knew I would one day write a book. Time is a commodity for me so it hasn’t quite happened, but now that I have incredible women running the New York City salon and Los Angeles is open, I have more time to devote to it. We also plan on expanding the skincare line very soon with some exciting products. I can’t wait to share them with everyone!

When not busy with work, how do you like to spend your free time?

JV: My free time is spent with my kids, for the most part. We travel a lot. I also love to read. I feel like that enhances my own creativity a lot. I love to draw. Additionally, my daughter and I are learning to play piano together. My son just got certified in scuba this spring, so that is my next project.

Do you have a favorite restaurant in New York?

JV: For lunch everyday I like Juice Generation. It’s right by my office and I love the Supa Dupa Green Juice for my skin! Also, EN Japanese Brasserie restaurant downtown. It’s beautiful inside and the food is spectacular!

Finally, Joanna, any last words for the kids?

JV: Life is a winding road — try to enjoy the ride!

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NYC’s New Milk & Cookies Kids Salon & Spa

Photo: Courtesy of Milk & Cookies Kids Spa and Salon
Photo: Courtesy of Milk & Cookies Kids Spa and Salon

 

Upscale salons usually offer coffee, tea, or a cocktail to customers upon VIP treatment. While you expect a cocktail while being pampered, your kids dream of a delicious dessert during the hour they usually dread while getting their haircut. Kip Morrison & Associates would like to introduce the public to New York City’s Milk & Cookies Kids Salon & Spa, coming soon!

To make the new salon and spa more of a dream, Milk & Cookies offers part packages for both boys and girls. Packages include the Glitzy Glam package and the Tough Cookie package. The Glitzy Glam package for girls includes spa manicures, pedicures and yummy facials. The Tough Cookie package for boys allows for them to play video games and air hockey, while getting a haircut and Slimy Booger Manicure.

Cousins, Jataon and Teychenne Whitley have created a dream place for kids where they can have fun, get beautiful, and indulge in their favorite desserts. The spa works to create the ultimate experience for kids to get pampered while enjoying a cold glass of milk and freshly baked cookies. Milk & Cookies Kids Salon & Spa makes for a perfect birthday bash or an easy haircut experience for both parent and child.

-by Deirdre McAndrew