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Exfoliation is a vital part of any skin care routine, and when done right, it can make a world of difference for your clients’ skin. At Eminence Organic Skin Care, we’re excited to introduce our Superfood Enzyme Collection — three professional-grade exfoliants designed to gently yet effectively refresh and renew the look of the skin. These enzyme-based treatments are perfect for all skin types, offering a natural way to reveal a brighter, more radiant complexion. Whether your clients are looking to combat signs of aging, tackle dryness, balance excess oil or even out their skin tone, our enzymatic exfoliants provide a soothing, irritation-free solution that delivers real, visible results.

What Is Enzymatic Exfoliation?

As a spa professional, you know that the right exfoliation can transform a client’s skin. Enzymes, which are natural proteins derived from sources like pineapple and cherry, work by breaking down the bonds (keratin) between dead skin cells on the surface of the skin, leaving the skin looking smoother, brighter and more even. This makes them particularly well-suited for clients with sensitive or reactive skin.

For professionals, the real advantage of enzymatic exfoliation lies in its gentle effectiveness across multiple skin concerns. Whether your clients are dealing with aging skin, dryness, excess oil or hyperpigmentation, enzyme exfoliants can be customized to meet their specific needs.

When comparing the difference between acids and enzymes, acids break down both skin cells and the chemical bonds holding them together, which removes dead cells from the outer layers while also encouraging deeper skin layers to regenerate. Enzymes, in contrast, break down the bonds (specifically keratin) between dead cells on the surface, making it easier for these dead cells to be gently sloughed off without affecting the deeper skin layers.

Here’s an overview of the differences:

Acids

Acids penetrate more deeply than enzymes.
Acids dissolve the bonds holding dead skin cells together on the surface and can penetrate deeper layers as well.
Cellular turnover and renewal is promoted.

Enzymes

Enzymes target the bonds between dead skin cells (corneocytes) on the skin’s surface, helping to gently break them down and remove these cells.
Unlike acids, enzymes work specifically on surface proteins, leaving deeper layers of the skin untouched and preventing irritation or damage.
This gentle exfoliation process suits all skin types, especially sensitive skin, as it promotes smoother, healthier skin without causing redness or downtime.  

Benefits Of Exfoliation: 3 Enzyme Exfoliants

Our Superfood Enzyme Collection features plant-based enzymes and new tropical fruits to address signs of aging, uneven skin tone and the look of dullness. Specifically formulated for the back bar are the Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant, Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant and Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant. When it comes to providing effective exfoliation treatments, these three enzyme exfoliants offer powerful yet gentle solutions for your clients. Each skin care product is designed to cater to specific skin concerns, while sharing these main two advantages:

No need for neutralization or activation: These exfoliants are easy to use and time-efficient, making them perfect for back bar treatments.
Non-irritating: Suitable for sensitive skin types, with no downtime required.

This collection also includes the Barbados Cherry Enzyme Cleansing Powder and Mango Exfoliating Enzyme Masque, which are available for both professional back bar use and home care. Now, let’s dive into the details of each professional exfoliant and how they can benefit your clients.

Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant

This enzymatic exfoliant is formulated with pineapple extract, known for its ability to help gently exfoliate the skin while providing hydration. The creamy texture is suitable for all skin types, particularly normal to dry skin. It is designed to improve the appearance of a dull complexion by smoothing and hydrating the look of the skin. Regular use may help brighten the skin’s appearance and create a more even-looking skin tone.

Intended For: All skin types, especially normal to dry.
Primary Concerns Addressed: Dehydration, dull complexion.
Key Benefits: Helps smooth and hydrate the skin, supporting a brighter and more tightened appearance.

Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant

This exfoliant is formulated with amla berry extract, which is traditionally recognized for its ability to help refine the skin’s texture. It is designed to reduce excess oil and improve the appearance of large pores. The lightweight texture is particularly beneficial for oily to combination skin types. When used regularly, it may help decrease the appearance of shine and visibly minimize the look of pores.

Intended For: All skin types, particularly oily to combination.
Primary Concerns Addressed: Excess oil, large pores, dull complexion.
Key Benefits: Helps control oil production and reduce the appearance of large pores, leaving the skin with a more balanced and refined look.

Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant

This exfoliant uses Barbados cherry extract, known for its antioxidant properties, to help revitalize the skin. It provides a warming sensation that enhances the experience and leaves the complexion looking youthful and refreshed. Suitable for all skin types, this treatment is particularly beneficial for those with concerns about aging or dull skin. With regular use, it may help the skin appear plumper and firmer.

Intended For: All skin types.
Primary Concerns Addressed: Signs of aging, dull complexion.
Key Benefits: Helps to plump and tighten the look of the skin, contributing to a more youthful and refreshed appearance.

Yam & Pumpkin Pro Enzyme Peel 20%

This enzymatic peel includes yam and pumpkin extracts, which are rich in vitamins and enzymes known for their ability to accelerate the exfoliation process. The formula is designed to gently remove dead skin cells and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines. Its natural enzyme content leaves the skin appearing firm and radiant, making it suitable for all skin types, particularly those concerned with signs of aging.

Intended For: All skin types, especially those concerned with aging signs.
Primary Concerns Addressed: Signs of aging, fine lines.
Key Benefits: Helps smooth and firm the look of the skin, reducing the appearance of dark spots, fine lines and wrinkles.

Arctic Berry Enzyme Exfoliant

The Arctic Berry Enzyme Exfoliant contains a unique blend of Arctic plants and berries, including cloudberry, arctic roseroot, arctic meadowsweet and juniper. These antioxidant-rich ingredients help to gently exfoliate the skin while preventing visible signs of aging. The inclusion of lingonberry seed oil provides essential vitamins, minerals and omega 3 fatty acids, which help to replenish the skin’s moisture and restore the appearance of elasticity. The Arctic Berry Enzyme Exfoliant leaves the skin feeling refreshed, revitalized and prepared to receive further treatments.

Intended For: All skin types, particularly those concerned with aging and uneven texture.
Primary Concerns Addressed: Aging signs, uneven skin texture, dryness.
Key Benefits: Gently exfoliates, improves skin texture and clarity, enhances hydration and reduces the visible signs of aging.

How Do I Choose The Right Exfoliant for My Clients?

Skin Type and Concern

Match the exfoliant to your client’s skin type and primary concern. For instance, use amla berry for a client with oily, breakout-prone skin or Barbados Cherry for those looking to address signs of aging.

Texture

Consider the texture preferences of your clients. Some may prefer the creamy, luxurious feel of a product like Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant, while others might benefit from the lighter texture of Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant.

Sensory Experience

Some clients may be sensitive to sensation during exfoliation. Educate them on what to expect and select the skin care product that will provide the most comfortable experience while still delivering results.

Choosing By Enzyme Type & Skin Concern

With a clear understanding of the benefits of each exfoliating product, the next step is to be able to differentiate each exfoliant by its enzyme type and aligning it with specific skin concerns. Later, we’ll explain how to choose an exfoliant based on the sensory experience and texture. 

For Wrinkles & Fine Lines

Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant

Primary Enzyme: Protease enzyme
Ideal For: All skin types, especially those concerned with signs of aging.
Benefits: Protease enzymes work by gently breaking down dead skin cells, helping to plump and tighten the skin. This exfoliant is particularly effective for clients looking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and dullness, as it leaves the skin looking youthful and refreshed.
Other Ingredients: Barbados cherry, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, helps to brighten the complexion and protect the skin from environmental stressors. This makes it an excellent choice for those wanting to address signs of aging and improve overall skin texture.

For Excess Oil & Large Pores

Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant:

Primary Enzyme: Lipase enzyme
Ideal For: Oily to combination skin types.
Benefits: Lipase, which is derived from plant sugars, helps to break down oils on the surface if the skin. It’s especially useful for people with oily or combination skin. 
Other Ingredients: Amla berry’s powerful antioxidant properties help to control the look of excess oil and minimize the look of large pores, making it an ideal ingredient for clients prone to breakouts or dealing with congestion. It effectively reduces excess sebum, leaving the skin clearer and more balanced-looking.

For Dull Skin 

Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant

Primary Enzyme: Protease enzyme
Ideal For: All skin types, especially those concerned with signs of aging.
Benefits: Protease enzymes work by gently breaking down dead skin cells, helping to plump and tighten the look of the skin. This exfoliant is particularly effective for clients looking to reduce the appearance of fine lines and dullness, as it leaves the skin looking youthful and refreshed.
Other Ingredients: Barbados cherry, rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, helps to brighten the complexion and protect the skin from environmental stressors. This makes it an excellent choice for those wanting to address signs of aging and improve overall skin texture.

Choosing By Exfoliation Sensation

One of the most important aspects of providing an effective exfoliation treatment is managing your client’s expectations about the sensations they might experience. While enzyme exfoliants are generally gentle, different clients may have varying responses based on their skin’s condition and sensitivity. Eminence Organics enzyme exfoliants are designed to be gentle, but it’s important to understand that sensation can vary.

Here’s what to consider:

Slight to Mild Sensation

Most clients will experience a slight tingling or warming sensation, especially if they have sensitive skin or if it’s their first time using enzyme exfoliants. This is a normal reaction as the enzymes begin to break down the dead skin cells on the surface.

Medium to Strong Sensation

In cases where the client’s skin is compromised — such as an impaired barrier, recent high level of sun exposure or the presence of inflammation — there may be a stronger sensation. It’s important to assess the skin’s condition before application and adjust the treatment accordingly.

Factors Influencing Sensation

The level of sensation a client feels during an enzymatic exfoliation can be influenced by several factors:

Skin Barrier Health: If the client’s skin barrier is compromised, they may experience a more intense sensation. This is common in clients with conditions like eczema or rosacea, where the barrier is weakened.
Lipid Levels: A lower lipid level in the skin can lead to increased sensitivity. Clients with dry or dehydrated skin might feel more sensation during the treatment.
Allergens and Inflammation: If there are underlying allergens or inflammation present, the skin may react more strongly to the exfoliant. It’s essential to review the client’s skin care history and perform a patch test if necessary.

How to Set Client Expectations

Before beginning the treatment, it’s crucial to communicate with your client about what they might feel. Educate them that a mild tingling sensation is typical and that it indicates the product is working. However, assure them that if the sensation becomes uncomfortable at any point, they should inform you immediately so you can adjust the treatment. 

Professional Mixology: Customizing Exfoliation Treatments

One of the most powerful tools in your arsenal as a spa professional is the ability to customize skin care treatments to meet the specific needs of each client. Eminence Organics enzyme exfoliants are formulated with organic ingredients to be gentle and compatible, allowing you to mix different products without the risk of irritation or adverse reactions. 

Here are some ways you can create custom blends:

Mixing For Targeting Multiple Concerns

For clients with more than one skin concern, consider combining exfoliants that address each issue. For example, mixing the Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant with the Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant can provide both brightening and firming benefits.

Combining For Texture and Experience

Different clients may have preferences for the texture of the products used on their skin. You can customize the sensory experience by blending different exfoliants to achieve the desired consistency and feel. For example, if a client prefers a richer, more nourishing texture, combine the Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant with a small amount of Pineapple Nourishing Pro Enzyme Exfoliant.

Layering for Intensity

If a client’s skin can tolerate a more intensive treatment, you might choose to layer two enzyme exfoliants. Start with a more potent formula like the Amla Berry Oil Control Pro Enzyme Exfoliant to target oil control, followed by the Barbados Cherry Superfood Pro Enzyme Exfoliant for brightening and tightening. This approach can maximize the results while still being gentle on the skin.

Application Tips

Patch Testing: Always perform a patch test when mixing exfoliants to ensure the client’s skin responds well to the combination.
Timing: When layering products, allow the first exfoliant to work on the skin for a few minutes before applying the second one. This helps each product to penetrate effectively and reduces the risk of over-exfoliation.
Client Communication: Explain the benefits of the customized blend to your client. This not only enhances their treatment experience but also builds trust in your expertise.

Are you interested in expanding your spa’s service menu with these treatments? Share your experiences in the comments below and join the conversation on social media. You can also find out how to become an Eminence Organics Spa Partner here.

This creamy avocado lime crema comes together in just 5 minutes with only 5 ingredients. Made with Greek yogurt, lime juice, and cilantro, it’s simple and yet packed with flavor. Perfect with tacos, fajitas, chicken, or fish!

Why I’m here for this recipe!

I’m a huge fan of cremas, sauces, and dressings that are quick and easy to whip up and completely elevate any dish.

This crema made with Greek yogurt requires just five simple ingredients and only takes five minutes to make, making it a breeze to prepare while delivering a burst of bright, fresh flavor to whatever dish its added to.

Its vibrant flavor and smooth texture perfectly compliments Mexican cuisine like my blackened salmon tacos, grilled chicken, air fryer salmon, or nearly any fish recipe by adding a creamy, tangy twist.

As a registered dietitian, I also love that this avocado crema also adds a boost to overall satiety and satisfaction thanks to the nourishing fat and protein it contains.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Notes on Ingredients

avocado: gives the crema a creamy consistency and adds some healthy fat

lime: adds some acidity and tanginess.

cilantro: provides a bright, pungent flavor.

Greek yogurt: contributes to the creamy texture and adds a boost of protein.

salt: flavor enhancer.

Nutrition Benefits of Avocado

You might not be surprised to hear that as a registered dietitian, I love avocados. But hear me out.

Avocados are packed with essential vitamins and minerals like vitamins C, E, K, and B6, as well as folate, potassium and magnesium, all contributing to overall health.

They’re loaded with heart healthy monounsaturated fats, which help reduce bad cholesterol levels and lower the risk of heart disease, and are rich in fiber, which aids in digestion and promotes satiety.

Equipment You’ll Need (affiliate links – if you make a purchase I receive a small commission)

Food Processor

How to Make Avocado Lime Crema

Add ingredients to food processor. In a food processor or high-speed blender, add avocado, Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and cilantro.

Blend and serve! Blend until smooth and creamy, about 30-60 seconds. Serve with tacos, fajitas, enchiladas, chicken, salmon, and more.

Tips from the expert (thaaaaat’s me!)

I use a food processor to incorporate all of the ingredients together, but if you don’t have one you can also use a high-speed blender. 

There are so many options for what to serve this crema with. Think:

tacos

fajitas

enchiladas

dip for veggies or tortilla chips

chicken

fish

burrito bowl

grain bowls

nachos

for specific recipes that pair well, keep scrolling!

Storage and Preparation

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Recipes That Pair Well

Air Fryer Whole Chicken

The Best Way to Cook Salmon: Slow Cooked Salmon

Vegetarian Nachos

Sheet Pan Salmon Fajitas

Chipotle Inspired Vegan Burrito Bowl

For more sauces/dressing inspiration, check out my other recipes below! 

Vegan Green Goddess Dressing

Garlic Scape Pesto

Kohlrabi Fritters with Herb Yogurt Sauce

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Dull skin doesn’t stand a chance against exfoliating enzymes and superfoods. If your skin is looking lackluster, it might be time to supercharge that glow. Together with our Tropical Superfood Collection, the newly launched Superfood Enzyme Collection offers a refreshing lineup of skin care products designed to address dull and tired-looking skin.

Keep reading to find out how to renew and revitalize your complexion by adding next-generation organic formulas infused with enzymes for gentle exfoliation.

A Facial Skin Care Routine | A Body Care Routine

Discover A Superfood Routine For Radiant Skin 

Tired-looking skin is often caused by dead skin cells building up on the surface of the skin. Combined with an uneven skin tone, your skin can begin looking weary and lifeless. Fortunately, we have a number of products that contain superfoods and tropical ingredients to address these issues, harnessing gentle exfoliation as well as potent antioxidants. 

Our Superfood Enzyme Collection contains the Barbados Cherry Enzyme Cleansing Powder and Mango Enzyme Exfoliating Masque. 

This latest collection is formulated with natural enzymes and tropical ingredients to gently exfoliate skin. Enzymes support the skin’s natural renewal process, helping refine skin texture with no need for harsh scrubbing. Their gentle nature makes enzymes ideal for all skin types, even sensitive skin.

The collection:

Below, you’ll also find recommendations for pairing the products from this new launch with favorites from the Tropical Superfood Collection.The Pineapple Refining Tonique, Superfood Booster-Powder and Yuzu Solid Body Oil include polyhydroxy acids (PHA) and unique, next-gen superfood botanicals such as Kakadu plum, pineapple and camu camu.

A Facial Skin Care Routine 

Here’s how to incorporate our superfood products into a facial skin care routine that leaves the complexion brighter and smoother-looking.

1. Cleanser 

For your cleansing step, try the Barbados Cherry Enzyme Cleansing Powder. This delicious-smelling cleanser delights the senses with Barbados cherry while actinidin and papain soften the look of the skin. This 2-in-1 product both exfoliates and purifies — plus its packaging features a pour control dispenser to ensure you receive the perfect amount of product every time. The enzymatic power of actinidin and papain eliminates surface buildup and improves skin hydration for brighter, youthful-looking skin.

How To Use

Dispense 1–2 shakes of powder into dry hands. Mix with water and rub together until you create a creamy lather. The recommended ratio is 2 parts water to 1 part powder. Apply to skin and massage gently with fingertips in a circular motion covering the face and neck. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry. Use 2–3 times per week, or as often as you need to.

2. Toner 

Next, apply the Pineapple Refining Tonique, a dual-action chemical and enzymatic tonique designed to gently exfoliate, visibly brighten and hydrate the skin. This exfoliating toner has a fresh pineapple scent and is formulated with PHA, enzymes (bromelain) and tranexamic acid. Working together, these ingredients team up to gently exfoliate and brighten the appearance of the skin. If you have sensitive skin, PHA is the exfoliating acid perfect for you. A non-irritating exfoliant, PHA targets the dryness associated with environmental stress while reducing the visible signs of aging. Because this acid focuses on surface-level penetration, sensitive skin types can apply this exfoliating ingredient without fear of irritation.

How To Use

After cleansing, apply an even layer onto the face and neck area with either your palms or a cotton round. Leave on. Start with one application every other day and increase to daily use if you do not experience irritation.

3. Exfoliant 

The Strawberry Rhubarb Dermafoliant is formulated with lactic acid, a blend of polishing flours and our Botanical Hyaluronic Acid Complex. Suitable for all skin types, this vegan exfoliant gently removes impurities and excess oil from the skin to reveal a visibly smooth, radiant complexion. This exfoliant is also suitable for all skin types. 

How To Use

After cleansing, dispense a small amount of the exfoliant to the palm of your hand and add a few drops of water. Massage your hands together to create a creamy paste and apply to your face using gentle circular motions, careful to avoid the delicate areas around the eye. Massage into the skin before rinsing thoroughly with water and patting skin dry.

4. Mask

You’ll love the Mango Enzyme Exfoliating Masque to brighten up the look of your complexion. This refreshing gel mask resurfaces the skin with a dynamic trio of exfoliating fruit enzymes: papain, actinidin and bromelain. These enzymes reveal soft and radiant skin. This mask is also made with a blend of tropical superfoods, including luscious pineapple, mango and Kakadu plum, for a boost of vitamin C and antioxidants for visibly brighter-looking skin.

How To Use

Apply a small amount of product evenly over the entire face as well as the neck and the décolleté if desired. Allow to dry for 5–10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and use a face cloth if desired. Use 1–2 times per week, or as often as you’d like. Follow with sunscreen during the day.

5. Essence (Optional) 

If you feel like your skin has lost its natural radiance, or that you have a compromised skin barrier, an optional step in your routine is adding an essence such as the Kombucha Microbiome Balancing Essence. This essence is formulated with pre, pro* and postbiotics to enhance the skin’s glow. It also primes the skin for all the products to follow in your skin care routine. You can learn more about pre, pro and postbiotic skin care in this guide.

How To Use

Dispense a small amount of product in your hands or on a cotton pad and pat it onto cleansed and toned skin. Leave on.

6. Serum 

Tone and refresh the skin with the Strawberry Rhubarb Hyaluronic Serum. This luxe serum gives your skin a youthful-looking glow with hyaluronic acid, rhubarb and vitamin-rich strawberries. Strawberries have salicylic acid that maintains skin’s healthy look, while botanical hyaluronic acid is a hydrating ingredient that reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

How To Use

Apply a thin layer to cleansed skin once or twice daily. Leave on. 

7. Concentrate 

Immediately refresh and revitalize dull skin with the Mangosteen Daily Resurfacing Concentrate. A Lactic Acid Complex consisting of a proprietary blend of actives gently resurfaces the skin and refines pores for a more radiant, silky and youthful-looking complexion. 

How To Use

Apply one to two pumps to cleansed skin once or twice daily. Leave it on. 

8. Facial Oil  

The Rosehip Triple C+E Firming Oil firms and plumps the skin and provides deep hydration for all skin types. Infused with rosehip, jojoba and seabuckthorn oils, this luxurious facial oil provides essential fatty acids, antioxidants and vitamins to improve the look of elasticity and texture. 

How To Use

Apply a thin layer of oil (2–3 drops) to the face and neck with circular motions once or twice daily. Leave on. This oil can be followed with a moisturizer.

9. Moisturizer 

The Arctic Berry Peptide Radiance Cream is a powerful daily moisturizer revealing radiant and smooth-looking skin. This luxurious cream is designed to soften the look of fine lines while adding a boost of hydration to the skin.

How To Use

Apply a layer of moisturizer over the entire face and neck area. Leave on. For a lighter application, emulsify a small amount of moisturizer in your hand with a few drops of water. For extra hydration, apply a thicker layer on dry areas.

10. Eye Cream

If you always seem to look tired even after 8 hours of sleep, this eye cream may be what you’re looking for. The Marine Flower Peptide Eye Cream is a rich formula that uses naturally derived plant peptides and innovative algae extracts to reduce the visible signs of aging. This formula provides hydration, improves the appearance of dark circles and decreases puffiness thanks to botanical peptides and a Smart Collagen+ Complex for smoother-looking skin. 

How To Use

Apply to the entire eye area twice daily, patting gently with fingertips until fully absorbed. Leave it on.

11. SPF

Follow with an SPF, like our Radiant Protection SPF Fluid, for the protection skin needs during the day. SPF is essential to use every day, but you may find that your skin is particularly sensitive to sunlight after you’ve exfoliated.

How To Use

Shake well before use and dispense a ¼ – ½ teaspoon to start. Warm up in hands and apply liberally and evenly on cleansed face, neck & chest area, 15 minutes before sun exposure.

12. Add-In Boost

Blend the Superfood Booster-Powder into your moisturizer before application. This fine powder mixes with a cream moisturizer to target uneven skin tone, brighten the complexion and reduce the appearance of dark spots. Rich in the superfood Kakadu plum, the powder delivers the fruit’s vitamin C antioxidants to the skin, helping minimize the look of dark spots. 

As International Educator Brian Goodwin, says: “Vitamin C is crucial for achieving that coveted natural glow. The Superfood Booster-Powder is enhanced with Kakadu plum — an ultra-potent fruit that contains 30-50 times the vitamin C found in oranges.” 

How To Use

Using the dosing spoon provided, add one leveled scoop of powder to a cream moisturizer in the palm of your hand. Mix well. Apply to the face and neck 1–2 times daily. Leave it on.

You can also watch Lead Skin Care Trainer Natalie Pergar demonstrate how to use the Superfood Booster-Powder in this video below.

12. Mist

After your skin care routine, refresh your complexion throughout the day with a spritz of mist. The antioxidant-rich Mangosteen Revitalizing Mist contains superfruit, which revitalizes the skin’s appearance. This mist also minimizes the look of environmental stress, improves skin tone and reduces the appearance of pores.

How To Use

Apply one to two sprays onto the face and neck or apply with a cotton pad, avoiding the eye area. Leave on. To refresh the complexion, you can re-apply anytime during the day.

Escape To The Tropics With A Body Care Routine

1. Body Scrub

Rejuvenate the appearance of the skin across your body with the Stone Crop Revitalizing Body Scrub. You’ll notice your skin appears more hydrated as this scrub is formulated with stone crop, a succulent that moisturizes and brightens the appearance of the skin. It also contains a Biocomplex2™, a booster of antioxidants that brings back strength, vitality and a luminous glow to the skin. 

How To Use

Apply a layer of the product to damp skin. Massage in circular motions on your legs, hands, arms, elbows and any part of the body that needs smoothing. Rinse well with warm water and pat dry. 

2. Body Oil

Worried about a lack of hydration in your skin? The aromatic Yuzu Solid Body Oil contains deeply hydrating ingredients to improve the appearance of firmness and elasticity while providing moisture to the skin. This solid body oil contains buriti oil, rich in essential fatty acids, as well as passion fruit seed oil, that nourishes the look of the skin. PHA gently exfoliates, while superfood berry camu camu targets the appearance of an uneven skin tone thanks to Vitamin C.

How To Use

You can watch Natalie demonstrate how to use the Yuzu Solid Body Oil in this video below.

With clean, dry hands, scoop a small amount of product and massage directly onto the skin. This oil melts from a solid to a soft, luxurious liquid when exposed to the warmth of your skin. Leave on. Do not use on broken or abraded skin. 

Visit our Spa Locator to find your nearest Eminence Organics Spa Partner and discover the Superfood Enzyme Collection.

Dessert just got a whole lot easier! This peach cobbler with cake mix uses just six ingredients, including fresh juicy sliced peaches as the base and yellow cake mix for the topping. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate summer dessert.

This recipe rocks!

I cannot get enough of peaches right now. They are in-season late summer / early fall and I’m here for their juiciness.

I’m eating them whole. Throwing slices on my morning oatmeal. And making this easy cobbler on repeat.

With just six ingredients and minimal effort, you too can whip up a warm, comforting dessert that tastes like it took hours to prepare.

This Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix does just that with fresh peaches, cinnamon, brown sugar, cornstarch, butter, and cake mix. Simply peel and slice your peaches then add everything to a prepared baking dish and let the oven do the rest.

Combining the juicy sweetness of ripe peaches with the rich, crumbly texture of a cake mix topping, this recipe is one the whole family will enjoy for any occasion.

Even though this recipe calls for fresh peaches, you can easily swap for frozen or canned if you want to make it during a time of year when fresh peaches aren’t in season!

What You’ll Need on Hand

Notes on Ingredients

peaches: I use fresh peaches in this recipe but canned/jarred/frozen peaches can also work. 

cake mix: I prefer yellow cake mix but you could use vanilla or white if that’s what you have on hand

butter: acts as a flavor enhancer and crisps up the cake mix topping.

brown sugar: helps to caramelize the peaches and provide some sweetness. You can substitute with coconut sugar or maple syrup depending on what you have on hand.

cinnamon: adds a warm, cozy flavor 

cornstarch: helps thicken the juices from the peaches

Peaches are nutritious!

This sweet and juicy stone fruit is rich in vitamins A and C, which help promote good vision, growth and development, and immune function.

Their high fiber content aids digestion, helps regulate blood sugar levels, and contributes to heart health by lowering cholesterol.

Peaches are also a good source of antioxidants like caffeic acid and flavonoids, helping to protect the body against aging and disease.

Equipment You’ll Need (affiliate links – if you make a purchase I receive a small commission)

Mixing Bowl

Baking Dish

How to Make Peach Cobbler with Cake Mix

Prepare baking dish. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F and grease a 9×9 or 11×7 baking dish.

Combine peach mixture. Add peaches, brown sugar, cinnamon and cornstarch to the baking dish and toss until peaches are evenly coated.

Add cake mix and butter. Sprinkle cake mix over peach mixture then evenly distribute pads of butter over top of cake mixture.

Bake. Bake until topping is golden brown and juices are bubbling, about 50-60 minutes.

Cool and enjoy! Let cool on wire rack for at least 20-30 minutes before serving.

Tips from the expert (that’s me!)

Easy peeling peaches hack: Cut a shallow “X” on the bottom of each peach. Submerge peaches in a pot of boiling water for about 30 seconds, then transfer to an ice bath. Remove from ice bath once cooled and easily peel peaches using your hands!

You can use canned or frozen peaches instead. If using frozen, be sure to let defrost in the refrigerator overnight. If using canned, be sure to drain any excess liquid before using.

Let cool on a wire rack for at least 15 minutes before serving. This allows the juices to settle.

Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream or crème fraîche.

Storage and Preparation

Leftovers can be stored at room temperature for up to 24 hours and in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days. To reheat, pop it in the oven at 350 degrees F for about 20 minutes or place it in the microwave for about 30 seconds.

Recipes That Pair Well

Tahini Chocolate Chunk Cookies

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As a spa professional, it’s essential to stay at the forefront of skin care techniques that cater to your clients’ wishes for non-invasive treatments to improve signs of aging. In your practice, incorporating an invigorating, lifting, facial massage can set you apart, offering clients a natural way to achieve a lifted and sculpted look without downtime or irritation. Throughout this article, we’ll examine some of the essentials of performing a facial lifting massage, some including specific Hungarian massage techniques. These techniques blend precise movements and strokes designed to rejuvenate and lift the complexion, providing clients with a luxurious experience that combines relaxation with tangible aesthetic benefits.

If you are an official Spa Partner with Eminence Organic Skin Care, you can reach out to your local Eminence Organics educator to train you on how to perform these massage techniques. If you are not an official Spa Partner, contact us at 1-888-747-6342 to discuss partnering with us and experience our award-winning education for spa professionals. 

How Does Facial Lifting Massage Differ from Traditional Massage?

Facial lifting massage stands out for its ability to visibly reduce aging signs like wrinkles and fine lines, revitalizing the skin’s appearance. Unlike traditional massages that focus mainly on relaxation, a facial lifting massage employs targeted strokes and a strategic combination of upward strokes and pressure point techniques, aimed at sculpting, toning and firming the look of the skin.

This approach uses more intensified methods than standard facial massages, such as incorporating enhanced pressure in techniques like friction, rolling and kneading. These intensified actions, particularly through friction, stimulate specific areas of the nervous system, leading to vasodilation or the widening of blood vessels. It also triggers a release of histamine, inducing a short-term inflammatory response that increases blood flow. This heightened circulation brings fresh oxygen and nutrients to the skin, along with reparative cells, encouraging tissue rejuvenation.

Before exploring the three facial lifting massage techniques, I want to recap the massage techniques of effleurage and petrissage, which form the foundation for more advanced facelift massage methods. 

Guide to Facial Lifting Massage Plus Hungarian-Influenced Massage

3 Foundational Techniques 

Effleurage

Effleurage, characterized by its soft, gliding strokes, serves as an essential warmup in any facial massage. This technique involves long, smooth strokes using the palms, thumbs or fingertips to gently stimulate the skin and muscles. The primary benefits of effleurage include relaxing muscles, improving blood circulation and promoting lymphatic drainage, which prepares the face for deeper work and more intensive manipulation​. 

Pestrissage

Petrissage involves deeper kneading and rolling motions and focuses on releasing muscle tension, which is crucial in addressing skin sagging. This technique uses pressure to compress and release underlying muscles, enhancing circulation and muscle tone. In facial lifting massages, petrissage targets specific areas needing a lift, such as the jawline, cheekbones, and forehead. This focused approach helps to tone the underlying facial muscles, leading to a more defined and youthful facial structure​.

Tapotement

Tapotement, also known as percussion, involves rhythmic tapping or patting movements using the fingertips, edges of the hands, or cupped hands. This technique stimulates the skin and muscles, enhancing blood flow and nerve response. Tapotement is particularly effective for invigorating the facial muscles, promoting a firm and lifted appearance. It is often used towards the end of a facial massage to energize the skin and provide a revitalizing effect.

These classic movements are not just the starting point for beginners; they are the bedrock upon which more advanced facial lifting techniques are built. Next, let’s look at the advanced facial lifting massage movements and their benefits. 

3 Facial Lifting Massage Techniques 

Facial lifting massage incorporates specific movements that build upon the foundational techniques of effleurage and petrissage. These advanced movements include: 

Jaw Lymph Drain & Collagen Enhancement

This jaw technique focuses on firming, toning and activating the skin and muscles along the jaw, which tend to lose their elasticity over time. The massage involves friction to stimulate the look of collagen production and relaxes key facial muscles including the risorius, masseter, platysma, and depressor. You use the thumb in a three-step rocking motion, starting from the chin’s center, moving along the jawline and then towards the ear. This is done while coordinating with the opposite hand’s thumb and index finger for each.

Line Filler Technique 

For the “Line filler” technique, you’ll use friction to trigger a beneficial inflammatory response, flooding the area with reparative fibroblasts to aid collagen repair and smooth fine lines quickly. This technique is also great for reducing the visibility of stretch marks or scars on the body.

Begin by stabilizing the client’s head. Firmly press the padded part of your non-dominant palm onto the forehead, concentrating on the frontalis muscles. While holding the head steady, use the pads of your index and middle finger on your other hand to press into the wrinkles. Create friction in the direction opposite the lines: use vertical strokes for horizontal lines and horizontal strokes for vertical lines. 

Eyebrow Lift

This eyebrow lift is designed to awaken the eyes and reduce signs of aging. Using the index finger and thumb, it manipulates the procerus, orbicularis oculi, and corrugator muscles around the eye to lift, redirect, and break down collagen adhesions (bad knots) that contribute to aging. Start by pressing the pads of the index fingers into the sinus point below the brow and the pads of the thumbs on the hairline directly above. Then, move the thumbs down to meet the index fingers until you can pinch and lift the brows. Finally, roll the index fingers outward toward the arch of the brow while moving upward.

The benefits of these specialized techniques are manifold. They help combat signs of aging by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and improving skin elasticity. The lifting and firming effects of these massages are particularly beneficial for sagging skin, providing a more youthful and radiant appearance.

Additionally, facial lifting massage promotes better circulation and lymphatic drainage, leading to a healthy, glowing complexion. Regular practice of these techniques can also help release muscle tension, offering a relaxing and rejuvenating experience for your clients.

Extra Massage Tips

Preparation Is Key

Always start a massage by cleansing the client’s face. Apply a suitable product like a moisturizer or serum to facilitate smooth movements. 

Focus on Problem Areas

Pay attention to areas prone to sagging or puffiness, applying techniques specifically designed to firm and tone these areas.

Post-Massage Care 

Conclude the session by applying a hydrating or soothing product, ensuring the client’s skin feels nourished and relaxed. Remind clients that regular facial lifting massages can yield numerous benefits, such as improved circulation, reduced puffiness, a sculpted appearance and overall relaxation and stress relief. 

By following these steps, you can provide an effective and relaxing facial lifting massage experience for your clients.

Will you incorporate a facial lifting massage into your skillset? Let us know in the comments below! And out how to become an Eminence Organics Spa Partner here.

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