October 09 2010

Kerstin Florian: Special Care

Posted by Amanda

Recently I got a facial at The Spa at The Four Seasons and my skin has been glowing ever since.  At the end of the facial I was given a little pamphlet listing all the products that were used (they were all amazing and, of course, I wanted every one them!)  Sadly, within that little pamphlet was over five hundred dollars in Kerstin Florian products.  Ouch!  Well, I went home and did some research, trying to find which products would give me the most bang for my buck and keep my skin looking "facial-esque."  Here's what I learned...

The exfoliants and masques are classified as "special care" products.  I like "special" and I tend to think that many cleansers are created equal and you shouldn't have to spend a fortune on a good cleanser.    I also like that the special care are to be used 1-2 times a week, so they'll last pretty long.  I think that a great moisturizer is a must but I was disappointed that the Rehydrating Liposome Day Creme was only 1.7 oz. and I have to admit that as the day wore on, my skin was a little shinier than I like.  I love my Laura Mercier eye serum so I'm good on that front.  I don't currently use a masque and I believe that good exfoliation might be the most essential part of healthy, glowing skin.  I have "normal" skin, as in, it's not dry or sensitive, and not too oily either.  The aesthetician used Rehydrating Gommage Vegetal- Moisturizing Exfoliant, and Clarifying Vita-Marine Masque - Deep Cleanses, Evens Skin Tone.  I love the results, I don't feel guilty about the cost, and since it's only 1-2 times a week, I can completely keep up! 

If you have "normal" skin too and have questions about what else she used, let me know.  I'll email you the list.  Also, does anyone else use Kerstin Florian products?  What do you think? Any standout favorites?