7 Hydrating Protocols that Replenish Winter Dryness

Winter is officially here, and with that comes dry and cold temperatures that leave skin begging for hydration. We've gathered seven thirst quenching services for your treatment menu that will leave guests with a replenished winter glow. 

1. Hydra-Cloud Mask Treatment

Pevonia

(55 min., $120-150)

1. Moisten a cotton pad with the Eye Make-Up Remover. Remove eye make-up gently. Moisten a cotton pad with the Anti-Stress Eye Lotion and wipe eyelids.
2. Apply Power Repair Hydrating Cleanser. Work it gently. Lift off the cleanser with pads wet with warm water. Follow with Power Repair Hydrating Toner.
3. Cover eyes with pads moist with Anti-Stress Eye Lotion. Blend the Foam-A-Zym well. Apply with a mask brush over face and neck, 1/2 an inch away from eyes.
4. Apply Foam-A-Zym Peel with Hyalusphere and Retinol gel in a thin layer all over face and neck. Use fingertips to work the product well until it adheres.
5. Next, dip fingertips in warm water or apply steamer for up to 10 min. and continue working the gel until it foams.
6. Using 4x4 pads with warm water remove enzyme residue and proceed with extractions, if needed.
7. Use Phyto-Gel Cleanser to remove any residue of enzymes. Remove the Phyto-Gel Cleanser with dry pads first, then with moist pads, making sure that all enzyme residue is removed. Follow with Hydrating Toner.
8. Holding the ampoule upright over the skin, apply 3/4 of the Hyaluronic Acid Hydra-Serum on areas of concern and perform targeted massage until the product is completely absorbed. Proceed to the different facial areas and repeat the same procedure, then massage the Hyaluronic Acid Hydra-Serum one more time all over face and neck, leaving a small quantity to apply at the end of the Hydra-Cloud Mask Treatment.
9. Apply Evolutive Eye Mask around eyes. Cover eyes and eyebrows with pads moist with Anti-Stress Eye Lotion.
10. Empty 1 Hydra-Cloud powder pouch into plastic bowl and mix with 4 oz of cold water. Add water while mixing with a spatula until a smooth consistency is obtained, and then apply immediately all over face and neck with long strokes in an even medium thick layer, covering the skin well.
11. Leave mask on for 15 min. Remove excess mask with spatula, then wipe skin with cool water.
12. Wipe the skin with pads moist with Power Repair Toner and blot dry. Then, apply the remaining Hyaluronic Acid Hydra-Serum all over face and neck. Massage until absorbed.
13. As a finishing touch, apply Power Repair Line Cream/Moisturizer of choice over face, neck, and décolleté.

2. HYDRA ORIGINAL – Plumping Thirst-Relief Facial with Organic Algae

Phytomer

(60 min., $150 - $200)

1. Spray 2-3 pumps of Marine Mist high above the guest’s head.
2. Perform “Inhalation Tent” with a few drops of Relaxing Serum.
3. Remove makeup from lips and eyes with Micellar Water Eye Makeup Removal Solution or Doux Contour Waterproof Makeup Remover.
4. Cleanse with Gentle Cleansing Milk and tone with Rosée Visage Cleansing Toning Lotion.
5. Cover the eyes with moist cotton rounds, spray Hydra- Exfoliating Mist on each facial zone (4 sprays total for face and neck). Work product in with smoothing massage strokes and light tapping movements. DO NOT RINSE.
6. Apply Pure Pore Heating Mask to the face and neck with a brush.
7. Leave on for 2 min. Then perform double brush massage using 2 mask brushes to reactivate the mask’s heating action for 2-3 more min.
8. Remove mask with hot towel and then cleanse with appropriate cleanser (Doux Visage Velvet Cleansing Cream or Souffle Marin Cleansing Foaming Cream).
9. Perform extractions as desired and tone with Rosée Visage Cleansing Toning Lotion.
10. Perform facial massage with Hydra-Melting Massage Cream. *Do not remove massage medium. Blot with tissue if desired.
11. Apply 5 drops of Replenishing Hydrating Serum to the face and neck.
12. Add 1 white scoop of warm water to the Pre-measured mask powder and mix with a spatula. Using a brush, apply a medium-thick layer of Hydrating Creamy Mask to the face and neck. Leave on for up to 15 min.
13. During this time, perform hand and arm massage with Oléocrème Hand Cream.
14. Prior to removing, massage excess mask into the skin for 1 min. Remove with a hot towel and tone with Rosée Visage Cleansing toning Lotion.
15. Apply Youth Contour or Expertise Age Contour.
16. Finish with Hydra Original Thirst-Relief Melting Cream or Nutritionnelle Dry Skin Rescue Cream.

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3. Hydrate & Plump Facial Treatment

Doctor Babor

(50 min., $175+)

1. Commence with the Grounding Ritual from the BABOR Expert Method.
2. Apply the Refining Cleansing Oil Balm to the face, neck and décolleté, and massage gently. Moisten with cool water and massage to emulsify 3x. Remove using the Hydrotherapy Stimulation from the BABOR Expert Method.
3. Apply the Skin Activator using a mask brush to the face, neck and décolleté, and remove immediately using Hydrotherapy Stimulation.
4. Apply Peeling Liquid to the face, neck and décolleté, followed by the Enzyme Micro Peel Balm using a silicone mask brush. Work the balm dry for approximately 1 min. for mechanical exfoliation, add water to activate the enzymes and massage for a few minutes. Leave 5 min. with or without steam. During the wait time perform a scalp massage. Remove using Hydrotherapy Stimulation and apply Rebalancing Toner.
5. Apply the 10D Hyaluronic Acid Ampoule Concentrate to the face, neck and décolleté. Perform the Lymphatic Activation and Active Infusion technique from the BABOR Expert method.
6. Perform the 10 min. BABOR Face Sculpting Massage using Collagen Peptide Booster Cream.
7. Apply Silver Foil sheet masks to the face, neck and décolleté. Leave 10 min. During the wait time perform a hand and arm massage with  Soul and Body Hand cream. Remove the mask and gently press in any excess serum solution.
8. Apply Eye Cream Day to the eye contour area, and finish with Hydro Replenishing Gel Cream and/or Mineral SPF to face, neck  and décolleté, and press into the skin.
9. Finish with the Reawakening Ritual from the BABOR Expert method.

4. Barrier Repair + Relax Facial

Bioelements

(60 min.)

1. Pre-heat steamer and perform the Aromatherapy Breathing Signature Technique. Apply a few drops of a Bioelements Aromatherapist Oil in your hands, then cup them a few inches over client’s nose as they take 3 deep breaths.
2. Pre-cleanse with Sensitive Skin Cleansing Oil. Apply eye pads and perform Bioelements SkinReading.
3. Apply Sensitive Skin Cleansing Oil under steam and perform the Bioelements Cleansing Massage. Remove and blot with Soothing Reset Mist.
4. Choose the Corrective Activity Tier for your client based on SkinReading. Apply EnzymeTherapy + Softening Gel to face and neck. Exfoliate for 5 min. under steam, then remove with gauze pads chilled in cool water.
5. Apply a skin sedation mask of Softening Gel and Emergency Soothing Powder; leave on for 5 min. Perform comedone removal, if necessary. Blot with Oxygen Boost Porifier.
6. Blend up to 6 drops of an Aromatherapy Blend into a massage product and apply to face, neck and v-area. Perform the Bioelements Calming Acupressure Massage. Remove.
7. Apply a Power treatment of Oxygen Boost Barrier Treatment Pro. Leave on.
8. Apply a Power Mask of Gel Therapy custom blended with Deeper Hydration and Inflammation Inhibitor. Leave on 10 min. Remove and blot with Soothing Reset Mist.
9. Finish with Barrier Fix Daily Hydrator, then RayDefense SPF 30.

5. Hangover Hydration Facial

Circadia

(50 min., $85-$115)

1. Apply 1⁄2 pump Vitamin Veil Cleanser. Cleanse in circular motions and remove thoroughly.
2. Apply 1 pump Amandola Milk Cleanser to the face and cleanse in circular motions. Remove thoroughly. Pat skin dry.
3. Dispense 3 ml of Lactic 35% Peel Solution in a small bowl. Give the client a handheld fan to hold and direct to their face. Use a cotton 4x4 or fan brush. Apply the acid on the face, avoid the eye area and the nasolabial folds. Gently manipulate the peel on the skin with gloved hands for 5- 15 min. Time will vary based on experience with the acid.
4. Remove all product with cotton wipes and cool water. Pat dry.
5. Apply pk Peel Neutralizing Spray to the treated area again. Rinse with cool water. **Optional—Shoulder and Neck massage with Vitamin Veil.**
6. Spray 4-5 mists of Blueberry & White Tea Mist on the skin, followed by light treatment.
7. Apply 1-2 pumps Hydralox to 1 pump of AquaPorin Hydrating Cream and massage for 5-10 min., remove excess products with a warm towel.

6. Skin Barrier Wellness Facial Protocol

Éminence Organic Skin Care

(60 min., $125)

1. Pump a small amount of the Kombucha Microbiome Foaming Cleanser and apply to skin to gently remove skin impurities. Massage gently with fingertips in a circular motion covering the face and neck. Add a few drops of water and continue massage for 1 min. Remove with a warm, wet towel.
2. Apply 1 to 2 sprays of the Stone Crop Hydrating Mist onto the face and neck. Leave on.
3. Apply 1/4 to 1/2 of a dropper of the Calm Skin Chamomile Exfoliating Peel onto a cotton round or dispense directly into your hands. Apply in a circular motion, covering the face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Do not rinse as there is no need to neutralize. Allow 2 min. before application of next product.  
4. Apply the Kombucha Microbiome Balancing Essence by gently pressing a few drops on the skin until fully absorbed.  
5. Apply a thin layer of the Snow Mushroom & Reishi Masque to cleansed skin, avoiding the eye area. Dilute with water for easier application. Remove with a warm, wet towel after 10 min. 
6. Apply the Kombucha Microbiome Leave-On Masque. Add a few drops of water to help maintain slip and massage in until absorbed. Optional – remove excess with a warm wet towel. For additional moisture, press in a few drops of the Facial Recovery Oil. Continue to massage for 5 min. Remove excess with a warm wet towel.
7. Apply 2 to 3 drops of the Kombucha Microbiome Luminosity Serum on the skin. Allow 30 seconds for optimal absorption. Leave on. 
8. Apply the Apricot Calendula Nourishing Cream to face, neck and décolleté. Gently massage until absorbed.
9. Apply a thin layer of the Bearberry Eye Repair Cream to the eye area using light, blending motions until absorbed.
10. Apply a thin layer of the Citrus Lip Balm using a Q-tip or covered fingertip to the lip surface. Leave on. 
11. Shake Daily Defense Tinted SPF well before use. Apply liberally and evenly on cleansed skin, 15 min. before sun exposure. Leave on.

7. Winter Ritual Facial

Sorella Apothecary

(50-120 min., $125-$175) 

1. Take a coin-sized amount of Melt Away Cleansing Ritual and warm it between your palms to release its calming aroma. Hold your hands over the client’s nose and ask them to take a deep inhale, allowing them to enjoy the relaxing benefits of blue tansy.
2. Gently massage the cleanser over the face, neck, and décolleté to loosen makeup and impurities. Before removing, wrap the client’s face in a warm towel to gently steam the skin and enhance the cleansing experience.
3. Perform second cleanse with invigorating Lychee Willow Bark Deep Clean; remove with a warm towel.
4. Introduce the refreshing Watermelon Mint Hydrating Mist to the skin by spraying it onto cotton pads and wiping to remove excess cleanser and impurities.
5. Gently massage a Mint Poppy Seed Polish into the skin for 1 min, and allow it to sit for 8-10 min. Remove with a warm towel. If eco beads remain, dry the skin and gently dust off using a dry fan brush. 
6. Apply a thin layer of Pore Primer Extraction Solution to any areas where you intend to perform extractions. Allow it to sit and soften the skin for at least 3 min, no longer than 10 min, to ensure proper pH levels are maintained. Gently wipe the area before performing extractions.
7. Rehydrate the skin by spraying Watermelon Mint Hydrating Mist onto cotton pads and wiping to remove excess Pore Primer and impurities.
8. Perform Signature Sorella Facial Massage with Massage Butter. Remove with a warm towel.
9. Apply a thin layer of Peach and Honey Mask all over the face, neck and décolleté. Allow to sit on the skin for 5-10 min. while treating the client to a hydrating neck and shoulder massage using Body Balm and Body Nectar. Remove the mask with a tepid towel. 
10. Mist Watermelon Mint Hydrating Mist over the face. Lightly massage Main Squeeze Hydrating Serum into skin until fully absorbed. Then, apply a thin layer of Lemon Lightening Serum and Pomegranate Acai Antioxidant Serum, pressing into the skin until fully absorbed. 
11. Using your ring finger, apply a pea-sized amount of Yogurt Kale Eye Concentrate around the eyes. Massage 1-2 minutes. Optional: Apply the Eye-Luronic Hydrating Patches overtop.
12. Finish the treatment with The Balm and Avocado Lip Hydrator. Tinted Dew Drops in shades 1-4 will match client's natural complexion.