February 24th, 2010 / Uncategorized

Dear Minties: Lately, has your skin been feeling itchy? Scaly? Dry? You may have a case of winter skin! You’re not alone. Heating systems and winter air can dry out the skin, taking away that supple look that we all love so much. As usual, our skin wizard Shirin has something for you:

“Here is a tip for a night moisturizer for the winter,” Shirin says. “Hydrate clean skin with sweet almond oil that’s been infused with a drop or two of frankincense and/or myrhh…this mixture is great for general hydration and also anti-aging!”

Try it out! Let us know how it works…

And if that sounded too complicated, the spa and book an appointment with Shirin. 202. 328. MINT

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February 11th, 2009 / Uncategorized

If you haven’t had a facial from MINT’s master licensed aesthetcian Shirin Rahmatollahi, you’re really missing out. Her signature facial is a serious experience. The 60-minute plus session includes cleansing, extractions and massage. She’ll massage your scalp, neck, back, arms and hands and leave you feeling brand new.

During a recent facial, she offered these simple remedies for combating that dreaded dry winter skin:

Olive Oil. If you’re super-dry, use this tip. After cleansing the skin, add a pea-sized amount of olive oil to your regular moisturizer and moisturize the mixture into your face and neck. She promises it will end your battle with dry skin.

Jojoba Oil. If you’re not too fond of that EVOO scent, drop by Whole Foods and grab a bottle of jojoba oil. Add to your moisturizer and, voila! Bye-bye dry skin!

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