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Dear Suzanne
I am in my early 30’s I've heard that toners aren't really necessary. Is this true?.

Toners are an important part of a well-structured skin care program. I like to think of toners as a bridge between cleansing and moisturizing. After cleansing, the toning lotion refines the skin's texture and removes any residue left by inadequate or hasty rinsing.

Freshly toned skin is more receptive and allows for deeper penetration of the moisturizer, thereby nourishing and hydrating more of the skin. In addition, toners work to bring the skin's pH levels back into balance.

Generally, after cleansing, the skin's pH level is shifted from its normal slightly acidic level to that of a more alkaline level. In an alkaline state, the skin is more susceptible to bacterial invasion, so the instant shift provided by the toner back to a slightly acidic pH level gives the skin a more effective barrier.

It is important to use a toner formulated for your skin type and condition. If you have dry skin, don't use a toner designed for oily or acne-prone skin because this can dry the skin even more.

For dry skin, I recommend Guinot Moisture Rich Toning Lotion; for oily skin Guinot Lotion Purete; and for normal skin Guinot Refreshing Toning Lotion.

If you need more information about toners or aren't sure which one you should be using, let me know and I'll be glad to discuss this further with you!

Dear Suzanne
I have dry wrinkled sagging skin, am in my forties, and need home care help. Do you have any suggestions for me?

Your home care is very important. You should be cleansing and toning morning and night. As you say, you have dehydrated skin. A lightweight emollient cleanser, such as, Guinot's Refreshing Cleansing Milk should be used. Massaged lightly into the skin with fingertips and gently rinsed off with damp cotton or facial shammy. Follow with an application of Refreshing Toning Lotion, pat dry.

Your skin is now ready for the next step. My recommendation to you is Guinot's greatest introduction in the fight against aging. Time Logic applied at night for thirty nights it uses time-release technology, working continuously around the clock, [with 24 hour sun protection] enhancing the function of the tissues during the day and achieving more rapid and intense cellular rejuvenation at night. The visible results are spectacular; within days, the skin transforms itself. The face undergoes a true youthful transformation, as it becomes firmer, fine lines are smoothed; the skin is more hydrated and appears younger and more radiant. This is fast becoming one of Guinot’s fastest selling products!

If you follow this routine, you will definitely see a marked improvement in the appearance of your skin. Time Logic is always applied first before regular night creams.

In the day an appropriate day moisturizer is applied over the top. With so many types of skin and age groups Guinot has an array of day and night creams to work with all skin types.

As technology improves you will find in the next few years a huge advance in skin care Time logic is just the beginning. For more information we are always available at Fountains to assist with any skin concerns you may have. Please call for more information.

At the Fountains Day Spa, we are always available to make recommendation to you on the Web. As we mentioned you will see remarkable improvement in the surface of your skin by using Time Logic Boost. We also recommend regular professional spa treatments to enhance the effectiveness of your home care routine.