EXPERT SKIN CARE

Studio 154 in Montgomery Park on NW Vaughn in Portland

(503) 310-4649

Monday - Saturdays, by appointment only

Experience The Traditional  Facial - this classic favorite combines relaxation with function. It includes aromatherapy, massage of the face, neck, shoulders;  deep pore  cleaning with steaming , enzymes or AHA's; masking,  toning lotions, and the appropriate conditioning moisturizers.  No extractions.  Heated mitts and booties are available for your comfort. $90.00 (if you have acne and/or need a more clinical approach with multiple extractions of blackheads or whiteheads, see the Acne or Glycolic Facials below or read about Microdermabrasion)

M-Pro

 There are only 2 facilities you can get this treatment and the home care products in Oregon!   

   Joy-Marie is among a select group of aestheticians in America that are at the forefront of Dr. Murad's scientific research in skin care.  M-Professional is a 4 step home care program you can buy from her to enhance your regular facial visits with this cutting edge approach to skin rejuvenation. This facial session will include face, neck, décolletage and hands to effectively reduce the signs of sun damage and aging, to impart a profound sense of wellness and relaxation and renew your vitality. Email for more information, joymariep@yahoo.com

$225.00

2 hour luxury treatment

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Acne Clarifying Program for Men and Women, Teens to Seniors

     The use of alpha hydroxy acids, Benzoyl Peroxide, beta hydroxy acids, Sulphur, vitamin A,  pharmaceutical grade botanicals and many other ingredients have a proven track record in controlling acne bacteria breakouts, keeping blackheads under control, reducing the damaged caused by years of infections and diminishing the scars that occur from picking and scrubbing the face.  We just have to figure out which group of ingredients and protocols is best suited for YOU!   An in-depth consultation begins the first visit and a program of products and repeat visits is outlined for every new client, to help them set realistic goals and get the work done in a timely manner!  Be prepared to come in for weekly or monthly skin treatments if need be - for perhaps 6 treatments.  This is just using an average, the consultation will offer a more accurate estimate.

The first visit: consultation & facial    $120 

Facial/Extractions                            $90   

weekly visits for extraction facials       $75

with Ultra Sonic Exfoliation, add      $55

For the most effective treatment for acne scars, once this program here is started, you should consider Microdermabrasion.

Click here to read more about it...

 For home care, Joy-Marie has starter kits from Murad and Glymed as well as unique items like the Triage Bar, a soap free organic skin cleanser that is anti-microbial, anti-inflammatory and can be used for a variety of skin problems from head to toe!  Options will be discussed in your initial consultation so you can choose the best products to suit budget, lifestyle and personal needs!   She stocks the Murad Acne Complex program you may have seen on television, the Glymed Facial Swipes for a quick dose of skin care after working out, running or during a long day at work to keep acne under control.

Remember, if you have acne, your skin is actually more sensitive to the sun and more prone to hyper-pigmentation than most complexions.  Carry your sun screen with you and keep one in the car all year long for touch ups during the day.  Sun screens must be applied every 2 hours for full protection.  Read the newest information on sun damage and protective measures by clicking here!

The Reunion Package

   Get ready for this summer's high school or college reunion with our natural, non-surgical, no-injections skin resurfacing program!  With just 4 visits and 3 skin renewing home care products, you can take at least 10 years off your face, neck and hands, clear the pores and add a gorgeous healthy glow!  Featuring Ultra Sound Skin Rejuvenating Technology, Lucent Skin Care System and Joy-Marie's 35 point Facial Acupressure Treatment, every session leaves the skin smoother, firmer and younger looking.

$450

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 Aromatherapy Treatment Facial

....soothing, deeply relaxing, hydrating skin care for normal to dry complexions.  No extractions,  no heat, no electronics - this facial addresses the issues of moisturizing, renewing or detoxinating the skin.  Acupressure point and lymphatic massage help drain the tissues of excess fluids, relieving puffiness and dark circles around the eyes and mouth, brightening the complexion color and improving circulation, which in turn increases the delivery of nutrients and oxygen to the dermis.

$75.00

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Men especially enjoy booking the   microdermabrasion treatments for its hi-tech presentation and its fast, painless skin smoothing results.  For more information, go to Ultra Peel

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Excessive skin redness is often accompanied by sensitivity, flushing, heat and overall tightness. Skin that suffers from Rosacea-like redness is influenced by outside factors called "triggers". These "triggers" determine when redness occurs and/or how severe the symptoms are. To reduce the severity or occurrences of these triggers, fragile skin requires vital nutrients that will help strengthen cell function, reduce inflammation, and avoid irritation. What is most important to help reduce and control the redness and associated concerns is to provide skin with agents that will help to calm and soothe current symptoms and treat and prevent future occurrences. Read more about triggers by clicking here!
click here to visit products page for redness therapies...

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The Re-Balancing Facial is a unique treatment for women with complexion problems related to hormone imbalance, like peri menopause or adult acne. With gently pressure,  she will delicately drain the excess toxins from the lymph system of the face and neck in conjunction with the European facial.  The skin is exfoliated with an alpha hydroxy acid solution patented by Dr. Howard Murad to remove clogged pores and dry skin cells, revealing fresh healthy looking skin.  Dr. Murad's new Firming  Masque is applied as well as his Eye Renewal  Complex Masque.  The facial is finished with applications of Age Diffusing Serum, Perfecting Serum, Renewing  Eye Cream and  Age Balancing Cream from the doctor's Resurgence Skin Care line.  Sunblock is applied when necessary.

$125.00

click here to view home care products to order

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Join the 

Spin Trap Revolution!

   Referred to as "intelligent anti-oxidants", spin traps (PBN) don't look to destroy free radicals and other entities of the skin, but to correct them to harmonize with the healthy skin cells.  You can read more by clicking here...

This professional face, neck and décolletage treatment has been designed by esthetician Joy-Marie to address issues of the aging process, especially when complicated by stress, sun, smoking, poor diet, air conditioned offices and homes, frequent travel - you get the picture!  In this facial, every product she uses is enhanced with Spin Trap Technology for instant, effective and satisfying results.

1 hour Treatment

Face   $105

Face, Neck and Décolletage  $170

Discover relief from red, irritated skin 

Redness Therapy 

 A complete facial system based on newest protocols developed by naturopathic physicians, bio-chemists and Joy-Marie for the treatment of chronic redness of the facial skin (Rosacea, eczema, Rubra Faceii, Telangiectasia). Breakthrough treatment  we developed to specifically address Rosacea-like redness and skin irritation. Void of steam and extractions, this facial allows sensitive skin to benefit from the application of deeply calming facial masks. Cooling,  unique new  facial approach for inflammation, addressing it with soothing and healing plant extracts, minerals and essential oils. 

$90.00 

The Glycolic Facial  adds the benefits of a rapid exfoliation, pigment lightening for melasma, acne blackheads and scar diminishing  and reduction of facial lines  to the basic facial. Clinical strength Glycolic Acid has been used by Joy-Marie for over 20 years and she stocks  several different dermatologists formulas and selects products depending on each individual client's needs.  Extractions performed when needed. Treatment includes face, neck and décolletage. Add $25.00 for both hands if needed for age spots, rough cuticles and dry skin.

$90.00 

Glymed Skin Sciences Introduces

100% Natural Formulation

Intense Antioxidant Exfoliator  

   Experience the benefits of a rapid exfoliation of lined, dry or porous complexions.   Carefully formulated by Glymed Advanced Aesthetics, with the newest technology and natural ingredients, this is a superb peeling treatment for mature, sun damaged and post menopausal skin.  Offering pigment reduction for melasma, clearing  blackheads, smoothing rough dry skin, performing acne-scar diminishing  and reduction of facial/neck and chest area lines in every session.  Formulated with Fruit Enzymes of Pomegranate, Papaya and Pumpkin, active Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5 and Lactic Acid.  Clinical strength Enzyme and  Alpha Hydroxy Acid Peels have been performed by Joy-Marie for over 18 years with excellent results.    Extractions performed when needed. Treatment includes face, neck and décolletage. Add $25.00 for both hands if needed for age spots, rough cuticles and dry skin. Spotty arms and legs?  She can do those, too.  Price will be determined on sight, depending on areas to be covered.

$150 (face, neck)

$195 (face, neck and décolletage)
                                   

The Chirally Correct, Triple Fruit Acid Peel For All Skin Types with Signs of Aging Due to Sun, Wind and Cold      This cutting edge power peel offers the benefits of the rapid skin exfoliation in a timely manner. Featuring all-natural formula to quickly smooth dry, rough, textured skin, fine lines, acne scars and pigment spots.   This treatment includes alpha hydroxy acids L-Ascorbic Acid, L-Lactic and  Glycolic Acids plus the beta hydroxy acid Salicylic, the professional strength Retinolic XS Serum (vitamin A and more ...click to view ingredients in the retail version) and it has excellent capacity for treating pigment problems due to sun exposure, frequent travel, wind, urban pollution, smoking, chemotherapy, drugs...read more about hyperpigmentation...   It is not like an intense burning medical chemical peel however, and has no "downtime".

 Need work done on your hands or arms?  Great for those dark sun spots! 

(what is chirally correct? Click to read more...)

$125 - face and neck

Add $45 for both hands

Glymed Skin Sciences

The 30% Lactic Peel:  one of the most mild and gentle chemical peels on the market today, lactic is a time honored alpha hydroxyacid (AHA) that speeds development, growth and transit of epithelial skin cells.  Improving natural moisture retention, removes dead skin cells and increases clarity of the complexion without irritation.

$135

Salicylic Peel:  exfoliant Salicylic Acid is safe for all complexion colors and degrees of sensitivity.  A classic ingredient to help with acne, keratosis pilaris, blackhead removal and pimples.

$125.00

Our facials for men are customized to suit the uniqueness of their skin and the products used are formulated specifically to treat the issues men have with their shaving, their pores, hormones and other factors differing from the female skin.

We feature a 100% botanical, natural product line developed by Glymed Advanced Aesthetics .  Read more on our "men's page"...

 Why is Pressure Point Facial Massage Beneficial?

When performed by a well trained esthetician, the client will experience:

• Increased circulation of blood to the layers of the skin and muscles

• Relaxation of body, mind and spirit

• A feeling of well being

• muscular nutrition

• increase in oxygen delivery and nutrients to the skin cells and small blood vessels

• lymphatic circulation stimulated, detoxinating the tissues and blood

• increase in glandular secretion

• Decreased stress, inflammation and tension

• Diminished dark circles around the eyes

• Reduced facial lines and wrinkles with regular visits

• Improved ability of the epidermis to absorb active ingredients in skin care cosmetics applied

• Visibly refreshed, healthy and glowing appearance

Remember:  daily sun screen application, avoidance of direct mid-day sun exposure and protective clothing equals the best defense against premature wrinkles and skin cancers!