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Treating Dullness AT Oceren Skin Care Spa

WHAT is Dullness?

Dullness is a condition that many of us suffer from. It can be caused by stress, dehydration, or even just not getting enough sleep. Dullness can be difficult to treat, but there are some things you can do to help alleviate your symptoms.

Factors That Can Cause Or Aggravate dullness?

Dullness can be caused by a number of factors, including:

  • Excessive exposure to the sun (which can cause uneven skin tone and dark spots)
  • A poor diet, which can lead to dryness, dullness, and sagging skin
  • The use of harsh soaps and detergents, which can strip your skin of its natural oils and cause dehydration and irritation
  • Hormonal fluctuations that occur during pregnancy or menopause.

Prevention Tips For Dullness

Dullness is a condition that affects many people, and it is one that can be difficult to treat. However, there are several steps you can take to prevent dullness from occurring in the first place.

1. Exfoliate regularly. Dead skin cells tend to build up on the surface of your skin and make it appear dull. Exfoliating will help remove these dead cells, which will make your skin look brighter and more radiant!

2. Moisturize regularly. Dry skin tends to look duller than oily or combination skin types because there is not enough moisture in it for light reflection to occur. This means that your skin’s natural glow cannot shine through when it is dry or irritated. You should moisturize every day for at least 20 minutes after showering or bathing, but if possible try doing it twice per day!

3. Eat healthy foods with lots of vitamins A & E (carrots, sweet potatoes) as well as omega-3 fatty acids (salmon). These nutrients help keep your skin hydrated and healthy so that it has a natural glow!

Treatment Of Dullness

Dullness is a problem that many people face. The good news is there are many ways you can combat dullness.

The Oceren Skin Care Spa offers a variety of treatments that can help you to get rid of dullness and make your skin glow again! If you are looking for an affordable way to restore your youthful glow, come in today and see how we can help.

ACTIVE EXFOLIANT POWDER

An innovative triple action exfoliant that combines a gentle granular action, along with a chemical and enzymatic action. Activated with water, it transforms into a frothy, mousse-like texture.

  • Gentle enough for daily use.
  • Contains a powerful synergy of Sea Fennel Extract, Vitamin E and Niacinamide to cleanse and purify the skin.
  • Leaves the visibly luminous, soft and fresh.
 

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Oryza Sativa (Rice) Powder: Granular exfoliant
  • Salicylic Acid: BHA-keratolytic
  • Carica Papaya (Papaya) Fruit Extract: Enzymatic exfoliant
  • Sea Fennel: Visibly improves skin radiance

how to use

Wet hands then pour half a teaspoon of powder into the palm of your hand. Add a little water and lather by rubbing your hands together. Apply to the face and gently massage in circular motion, avoiding the eye area. Rinse with lukewarm water. Follow with the appropriate skin care routine. Frequency: 3 to 4 times a week, suitable for daily use.

INTENSIVE EXFOLIANT GEL

This innovative, high-performance, dual action exfoliating gel is enriched with oligoelements and natural enzymes with toning properties that leave the skin looking smooth, fresh and radiant.

  • Frees the skin from dead cells and impurities.
  • Skin appears firm.
  • Visibly evens skin tone while reducing the appearance of pores.
 

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Pomegranate enzyme (Lactobacillus / Punica Granatum fruit ferment extract): Exfoliates
  • Larch extract (Galactoarabinan): Tones
  • A unique combination of Sodium PCA, natural moisturizers and essential amino acids including Arginine and Proline: Moisturizes
  • Glycolic acid: Exfoliates

how to use

Should be applied on damp skin. After the cleanser, apply a thin layer, sufficient to cover the skin. Leave to work for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. 
Frequency: 1 to 2 times a week.

PHYTOAROMATIC GOMMAGE

This granular botanical exfoliator comes in the form of a creamy emulsion. It is formulated with polished rice powder for gentle, non-abrasive exfoliation and extracts of cucumber, jojoba and ginkgo biloba.

  • Refines skin texture / brightens skin tone.
  • Improves the appearance of scars.
  • Revitalizes, soothes and moisturizes.
 

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Polished Rice Powder (Oryza Sativa): Mechanical exfoliation
  • Cucumber (Cucumis Sativus) fruit extract: Soothes
  • Jojoba (Simmondsia Chinensis) seed oil: Softens
  • Ginkgo Biloba extract: Antibacterial
  • Complex of Essential Oils (Geranium, Lavender, Rosemary, Camphor, Cypress): Purifies

how to use

Should be applied on damp skin. After the cleanser, apply a thin layer, sufficient to cover the skin. Leave to work for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. 
Frequency: 1 to 2 times a week.

EXFOZYME EXFOLIANT

This creamy enzymatic exfoliator activates on application. Combining pomegranate fruit ferment extract, kaolin, and zinc oxide, this formulation is appreciated by all skin types including the most fragile.

  • Gently removes dead skin cells.
  • Refines skin texture / brightens the complexion.
  • Purifies, soothes, and prevents dehydration.
  • Can be used around the eyes.
 

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Pomegranate enzyme (Lactobacillus / Punica Granatum fruit ferment extract): Exfoliates
  • Kaolin : Purifies
  • Zinc Oxide: Heals dry skin
  • Jojoba (Simmondsia Chinensis) seed oil: Soothes
  • Complex of Essential Oils (Geranium, Lavender, Rosemary, Camphor, Cypress): Purifies

how to use

After the cleanser, apply a thin layer on damp skin. Leave to work for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly. 
Frequency: 1 to 2 times a week.

GLOW MASK

Formulated with camu camu extract and a vitamin cocktail, this deliciously creamy mask gives the skin an infusion of vitamins A, C, B3, B5 and E.

  • Revives tired skin.
  • Gives the skin a radiant glow.
  • Moisturizes and nourishes the skin.
  • Reduces the appearance of redness.
 

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Myrciaria Dubia fruit extract (camu camu): Antioxidant
  • Mauritia Flexuosa fruit oil (buriti oil): Moisturizes, Nourishes
  • Niacinamide: Visibly improves skin texture
  • D-Panthenol: Hydrates
  • Vitamin E: Protects from environmental stressors

how to use

On clean and dry skin, apply uniformly on face and neck. Leave on for 15 to 20 minutes. Rinse well.

VITAL C15 SERUM

This scientifically advanced and clinically proven formula contains 15% VITAL C COMPLEX, a powerful synergy of ingredients such as vitamin C, ferulic acid and camu camu extract, as well as MATRIXYL® 3000 to visibly improve skin vitality and uniformity. This new generation high concentration vitamin C serum:

  • Provides overall protection against environmental stressors
  • Renews the skin’s radiance for a flawless-looking complexion
  • Visibly reduces the look of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Visibly improves skin elasticity and tonicity
  • Rejuvenates skin texture

CLINICAL STUDY:

  • 97% of volunteers noticed a more radiant complexion**
  • 93% of volunteers noticed an improvement in skin elasticity**
  • Up to +72% improvement in skin texture*
  • Up to -92% decrease in total wrinkle length*

* Clinical study on 60 women (avg. age 50.4 years old), all skin types. The efficacy and tolerance were tested on days 0, 14 and 28.

** Subjective evaluation. Performed by Lab. Dermo-Cosmetik (G.M. Collin) on site. Individual results may vary.

how to use

Following the cleansing steps and mist, apply 4-5 drops in palm of the hand and use the fingertips to massage a thin layer on face and neck. Avoid eye contact. Superpose the appropriate treatment cream
Frequency: Intensive treatment: Use morning and/or evening for 28 days
Caution: Once opened, the product must be used within 6 months for optimal efficiency.

RETINOL ADVANCED+ NIGHT CREAM

Developed to retexturize skin and fight the effects of aging, this velvety-textured night cream is formulated with an innovative retinol time release system.

  • Eliminates dead skin cells and reveals refreshedlooking
    skin.
  • Visibly reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Evens skin tone and makes skin radiant.
  • Improves skin texture.

KEY INGREDIENTS

  • Retinol time release system: Visibly improves the signs of aging
  • Glycine soya extract: Hydrates
  • Peptide Q10TM (Pentapeptide-34 trifluoroacetate): Antioxidant
  • Niacinamide: Improves skin’s moisture barrier
  • Matrixyl 3000® (palmitoyl tripeptide-1, palmitoyl tetrapeptide-7): Minimizes the appearance of wrinkles
  • Biosaccharide gum-1: Moisturizes, Soothes

how to use

After the G.M. Collin cleanser and mist, apply at night carefully to the face. A sensation of heat and slight redness may occur during the first few days. 

Frequency: Apply at night 3-4 pumps over the appropriate concentrate every other day the first week and every day for the following weeks. In the morning, use a hydrating product in conjunction with your specific G.M. Collin skin care.
Use within 12 weeks after opening. Keep the product away from light and heat.