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Modern Apothecary

We girls are getting smart about the health of our skin. We want more “natural” and “organic” options for self-care. At JOËLLE MARTINE we have been busy over the years with research and development moving in innovative ways to produce a Modern Apothecary line-up. Some of our products we have developed are really whole-food options. One of the biggest challenges is getting these types of products into your hands with a decent shelf-life. We believe we are accomplishing that mission. Products such as our masques and scrubs have been formulated to be a two-part process that our customers make at...

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Liposomes vs. Emu Oil

Liposomes vs. Emu Oil

For twenty years or more the cosmetic industry has been touting a delivery or penetration system called “liposomes”. The theory is that these lipid balloons can be filled with therapeutic ingredients and then carried into the deep layers of skin for amazing results. While this theory has been vigorously vetted by scientist who had held hopes that this system would be available to carry medicine trans-dermally into our bodies, a study done in 2013 by the University of Southern Denmark showed that liposomes lose their cargo the moment they meet the skin’s surface. In 2016 the study was repeated using...

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Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte

Iced Matcha Green Tea Latte

INGREDIENTS 1 teaspoon matcha green tea powder 1/4 cup boiling water 1 cup ice 1 cup milk 2 - 3 teaspoons agave or honey INSTRUCTIONS In a glass add tea powder and the hot water.  Stir it until there are no clumps.  Add the ice.  Add the milk and agave or honey.  Give it all a quick stir and then enjoy! 

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Bye, Bye, Blackheads

Bye, Bye, Blackheads

Now that we are all wearing masks due to COVID most of us, even if we have never had them before, will probably develop those pesky T-zone blackheads. So, what should you do?  At JOËLLE MARTINE we have the solution. Our easy to use Clear Skin Cocktail . This cocktail of acids includes Glycolic, Lactic and Salicylic Acids that will penetrate clear down to the very bottom of pores for a deep cleanse. It works by breaking up the debris and excess sebum making it easier to scrub out. (Try our Everything Scrub teamed with our Clean and Tone Cleanser). This...

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Repairing the Acid Mantle

Repairing the Acid Mantle

Probably more that half of our clients with problematic skin have a very damaged acid mantle. Truth be told, too many skin care pros fall into this category from zealous over-exfoliation. In addition to over-exfoliation we are too exposed to indoor heat and cooling, too much sun. These are the symptoms: Flaking, overly tightness, increase depth of lines and wrinkles, inflammation, redness, or itchiness. So is it repairable? Yes, and this is how. First off, try to minimize the “how we destroy the barrier list”. Then start to rebuild your barrier with products that heal, protect and restore. JOËLLE MARTINE...

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