This just in: more summer PAPAYA! art items have arrived at TBE and we are LOVING  them!  Their collection of stationery and gift items, described as “urban boho chic meets art as inspiration” is beautifully unusual; incorporating imagery that is bold and feminine, with a well-worn, vintage-y feel and has little bits of inspiration sprinkled in… 

Founded in 2003 by mother and daughter team, Gina & Anahata Katkin, PAPAYA! started with 20 blank greeting cards (designed in their Southern California dining room) and now… my oh my, how they’ve grown.  With passion, determination, the credo of “Creative Abandon,” and the promise of creating only things they loved, the PAPAYA! brand now showcases a collection of items that can be found all over the world. 

If you’re looking to buy a unique gift, one that has summer written all over it, check out the complete collection of PAPAYA! items that include: journals, notebooks, water bottles, accessory bags, totes, stationery, magnets, and more… at Total Beauty Experience.

Here’s a great Gift with Purchase that’s perfect for summer travel:

Purchase Dynamic Skin Recovery spf 30 and Receive Travel Sizes of:

Skin Resurfacing Cleanser

&

Antioxidant Hydramist!

Dynamic Skin Recovery spf 30 is a top-selling AGE Smart product; this medium-weight daytime moisturizer encourages firmness, elasticity, and hydration while helping to defend against the primary causes of skin aging.  Like all Dermalogica products, it contains no artificial fragrance or color. 

  Click HERE to Purchase Dynamic Skin Recovery with 2 FREE gifts NOW!, retails for $62.00 

Stop in to Total Beauty Experience to see the full line of Dermalogica products or NEW! shop online at:

shop.totalbeautyexp.com

Do you love Total Beauty Experience?  Have you been a devoted customer for years or are you a newer fan that only recently found us?  Whoever you are, if you love to shop with us, we want to hear from YOU! 

Be featured in our next RADIO AD (with a CLIENT TESTIMONIAL) and as a bonus you’ll receive a Fabulous THANK YOU GIFT! 

Here’s the skinny:

on TUESDAY, JUNE 28th

from 11:00am to 6:00pm

We’ll be recording Client Testimonials (Fan Reviews) to be featured in our Summer Radio Spots

To top it off, all participants will receive a “Thank You” Gift

Call 916.481.7994 to reserve your space!

We ask that you anticipate spending 20-30 minutes with us to record your testimonial. 

We hope to see (and HEAR from) YOU!

If you are interested in learning the secret behind achieving a natural-looking, even-toned, flawless face… this event has your name all over it!

Yes, 3 Simple Steps is all it takes!  Join us for this exclusive event on Monday, June 27th from 11:00am to 5:00pm.  

This is your chance to get advice from a jane iredale mineral makeup expert, who will:

• Give you a custom color match (choosing your perfect shade based on your skin type, tone, and your personal preference)

• Teach you expert application techniques (including the best applicator to use)

• Put it all together with finishing and setting (this final touch helps you get all-day coverage)

Call 916.481.7994 to reserve your appointment! 

A $15.00 reservation fee is required and will be applied toward any jane iredale product purchased at event.

Of the hundreds of candles carried at Total Beauty Experience, Rosy Rings’ are in a class all their own.  As coined by the company, they really are “Nature Illuminated;” their outer edges bejeweled by real fruit, shells, spices, and other natural elements.  Incredibly aesthetically pleasing to look at, the love and effort put in to their making is evident.  In fact, each candle (made in their Denver, Colorado wind-energy powered manufacturing plant) takes a total of two days to create.

Though they look amazing on their own, when they’re lit- the effect of the outer edge illumination is breathtaking… it’s a true delight to see the botanical elements all a-glow.  And don’t get us started on the fragrance that fills the air!  Essential oils and botanicals are responsible for the lovely notes that dance into the room.     

To top it all off, Rosy Rings is a very socially and environmentally-responsible company.  Proceeds from many of their product sales help charities such as: World Wildlife Fund, The Humane Society of the United States, Wild B.I.R.D, The National Resources Defense Counsel, and others.  In addition, they work in conjunction with Pathways Production (a Colorado-based non-profit which provides jobs to developmentally disabled adults), use soy-based inks, recycled packaging, biodegradable shipping materials, and natural materials in their products whenever possible.

The end result: a beautiful product made by a beautiful company.  Though we love Rosy Rings all year long, we especially can’t get enough of our summer faves:

• Beach House: Tiny shells and starfish seem to be floating in a sea of turquoise blue.  The scent is pure summer- a mix of sand, sun, and water… A-mazing!  It’s the #1 seller for a reason.

• Oceana: Real shells and starfish dance in a bed of vanilla, coconut, and white flowers- get ready to be swept away to a tropical island.

• Spa Water: River rocks and abalone shells give this beauty texture and design all its own.  The fragrance is fresh, clean, and calming.

The candles range in burn time, from 85 hours up to 200 hours, and are priced from $29.95 to $46.95.  Stop in to Total Beauty Experience today to see all of the Rosy Rings items we carry, our candle experts will teach you about creating a perfect “well” and why the first burn is so important!

Have you ever had a hair product that, at one time, you loved but then it just stopped “working” the same?  Does your hair sometimes look dull, fall flat, or lose its softness?  Having one extra product in your shower can make a world of difference for your hair; this little gem is called a Clarifying Shampoo. 

Typically used once or twice a week, these shampoos remove buildup- whether it’s from hard water, or mineral deposits, or hair care/styling products… be assured whatever excess clings to your strands (often going unnoticed) will be rinsed cleanly away. 

Debbie McCain, owner of Total Beauty Experience, has been a fan of Clarifying Shampoos for years and says, “Using a Clarifying Shampoo once a week on your hair is similar to using an exfoliant on your face; removing the buildup gives you that fresh, “squeaky” clean feel… you have added shine, body, and your hair products actually work better.”

In case you have color-treated hair, no worry- most Clarifying Shampoos are safe for you to use and won’t fade your color.  In fact, here’s a little secret: use a Clarifying Shampoo a few days in a row before your next color application.  Your color will last longer!  Andi Chandler, one of Total Beauty Experience’s hair care experts, prolongs her red hue by doing just that.  She says, “After the frustration of seeing my color fade way too soon, I found that if I use a Clarifying Shampoo for 2-3 days before (coloring it) my red tones last much longer, looking more vibrant and healthy.”

So many to choose from, but here are a few of our favorites:

• CLEAN CANVAS by ClayPac: this little bottle is magic and currently ranks #1 on our list.  (Retails for $6.95 at Total Beauty Experience)

• Pureology PURIFY: great for color-treated hair, this product is a hero in the Pureology family. (Retails for $26.50 at Total Beauty Experience)

• Kenra CLARIFYING Shampoo: this is a great, gentle Clarifier- you can use this more often with no harsh effects.  (Retails for $11.95 at Total Beauty Experience)

• Paul Mitchell SHAMPOO 3: this is definitely a top customer pick and starting at just $8.95 you won’t break the bank! 

Find all of these Clarifying Shampoos and more at Total Beauty Experience!

Featured today on Good Day Sacramento, Poo-pourri’s line of natural essential oil, odor-eliminating sprays are getting some well-deserved attention!  How do these magical sprays work, you ask- and will they really “completely change your bathroom experience?” (as said by a number of fans)  Here goes: 

Simply, lift the lid to your throne (err, toilet) and pump a few spritzes of this “BEFORE-YOU-GO” spray onto the surface water, then proceed as usual… and walah!  Like magic, odor never even enters the equation (or in this case, the bathroom). 

Go ahead, take a whiff.  Of course, we tested them out (We Love: Poo-pourri original & Loo-pourri as well as Pooch-pourri natural coat deodorizer for our furry friends!); your nose will only detect the fragrant notes of citrus or the hint of flowers.  With a number of sizes available, you may just never be without this lifesaver product, as they are small enough to slip in your pocket or handbag.  Just think: never risk the embarrassment of bathroom odor issues at the office, in public restrooms, at social gatherings, etc. EVER AGAIN!

To top it off, the packaging and product names are way too cute and just cheeky enough that you can’t help but smile and, hopefully, want to give it a try.  Stop by to check out the selection of Poo-pourri sprays at Total Beauty Experience… and leave restooms smelling like roses wherever you go.

This summer, lighten up… your moisturizer!  Because many experts believe that we produce more sebum (aka “oil” aka “the-stuff-that-makes-your-face-shiny”) in the warmer months, summer is the perfect time to switch up your routine.  Maintain and balance your skin by focusing on hydration, conditioning agents, and antioxidants to give you a healthy glow versus being weighed down with oils.  If you normally apply a medium-weight lotion, maybe switch to a lighter, oil-free version.  Or, if you normally use a more emollient, heavy-weight cream there are some great medium-weight options available- a little less oil could make all the difference in getting your perfect summer skin!

Amazing Summer Moisturizer Promotion!

Interested in getting 3 products for the price of 2 (for a savings of $32.00)… read on, my friend!  Currently, Total Beauty Experience has teamed up with Dermalogica to create the perfect product trios.

Purchase a 3.4 oz. Moisturizer

(Active Moist, Skin Smoothing Cream, or Intensive Moisture Balance)

+ a 16.9 oz. Cleanser

(Dermal Clay Cleanser, Special Cleansing Gel, or Essential Cleansing Solution)

= Receive a FREE full-size Multi Active Toner (valued at $32.00)

Click Here to Purchase DERMALOGICA Products NOW!

Our Favorite “can’t-go-wrong” combo:

• SPECIAL CLEANSING GEL (this foaming, soap-free formula will clean your skin without drying or stripping)

• MULTI ACTIVE TONER (think of it as giving your skin a drink of water, bye-bye harsh astringents- this skin freshener is taking over)

• ACTIVE MOIST (a light-weight, oil-free moisturizer packed with Silk Amino Acids, Lemon, Burdock, & Cucumber to smooth and maintain a hydrated skin)

SUMMER (SKIN) BUMMERS.  Do you find perfect summer skin just beyond your reach?  Here are 3 conditions that get frequent complaints: (Please note: for ALL conditions we always recommend a daily sunscreen!)

INCREASED SENSITIVITY & REDNESS: Spending more time outdoors can lead to increased environmental damage and, therefore, potentially lead to more sensitivity and redness.  Another culprit of sensitivity: increased dehydration (lack of water/moisture) in the skin.  Find products that contain skin soothers like Oatmeal, Chamomile, Cucumber, or Aloe Vera.  We love: DERMALOGICA’S ULTRA CALMING SERUM CONCENTRATE (use daily or as needed) PURCHASE NOW! (Ultra Calming Serum Concentrate, $52.00) or their ULTRA CALMING RELIEF MASQUE (use for 10-15 minutes 2-3 times weekly) PURCHASE NOW! (Ultra Calming Relief Masque, $42.00).  Also look for products that contain Hyaluronic Acid (a super hydrator) to combat surface dehydration.  We love: DERMALOGICA’S SKIN HYDRATING BOOSTER PURCHASE NOW! (Skin Hydrating Booster, $54.00) & PETER THOMAS ROTH’S VIZ 1000 PURCHASE NOW! (Viz 1000, $65.00, currently In Store Only).

BREAKOUTS ON THE FACE & BACK: If you’re finding more “friends” on your face and back this summer, ditch them the right way (no- not by pinching, squeezing, & popping… which, by the way, typically only makes the problem worse)!  Look for products that contain Salicylic Acid, purifying Clays, Sulfur, or Benzoyl Peroxide.  We love: MURAD’S CLARIFYING CLEANSER  PURCHASE NOW! (Clarifying Cleanser, $26.00) & DERMALOGICA’S SEBUM CLEARING MASQUE PURCHASE NOW! (Sebum Clearing Masque, $42.00).  Stop by to see all of our clearing, acne-fighting products today and let us prescribe a regimen just for you!

PIGMENTATION: DARK SPOTS, BROWN SPOTS, ETC: Increased sun exposure can lead to an increase in the skin hyperpigmenting (darkening).  Protection and reducing exposure are both key if you plan to brighten up areas where visible spots have appeared.  So, if you plan to tackle pigmentation this summer, one of our skin care experts can help show you the way.  No appointment necessary, stop in anytime… And while you’re in, make sure to check out our inventory of summer hats by San Diego Hat Company, you can look great while you’re blocking those rays!

Total Beauty Experience now offers this line of botanically-based, essential oil-infused, luxury haircare products developed by none other than the Hollywood “hair treatment expert” himself, Philip B.  First inspired to create the best light-weight, hair-conditioning oil around that worked effectively while not weighing strands down or leaving a waxy feel, the Philip B Rejuvenating Oil became an instant success.  Now, the line features an array of reparative treatments for the hair, scalp, and skin/body. 

Purchase PHILIP B Products Now!

A little about Philip B:

• Since launching in 1991, these products hit cult status with many celebrities, have won numerous awards, and are routinely featured in the press. 

• In fact, American Vogue touts the Philip B Four Step Hair & Scalp Treatment, “gives you the hair of a heroine in a romance novel – the hair you always dreamed of…”  (Ahem, yes- please!)

• Need reassurance that you’re in for a good buy?  Forbes Magazine rated them in the “Top 100 things that are worth every penny.”  (We always love a good deal!)

A few of our favorite products:

• Maui Wowie Beach Mist: A must-have summer essential!  This Sea Salt spray combines Kukui Nut & Coconut Oils along with extracts of Algae, Orchid, Aloe Vera, & Tahitian Gardenia to give you that piece-y, textured, bouncy, “I-relaxed-at-the-beach-all-day” look.  It’s hard to decide what we love more, the amazing tropical scent or the healthy nourishment it provides.  PURCHASE NOW! (Maui Wowie Beach Mist, $21.95)

• Crème of the Crop Hair Finishing Crème: Talk about well-rounded!  This formulation blends Vanilla, Carrot, Silk Protein, & Hydrosoy 2000 to magically calm and tame the unruliest of curls or soften and define wavy-to-straight styles.  To top it off, 2 versions are available: Classic & Lite.  PURCHASE NOW! (Crème of the Crop Finishing Crème CLASSIC, $26.95)  or  PURCHASE NOW! (Crème of the Crop Finishing Crème LITE, $26.95)

• Russian Amber Imperial Shampoo: We agree with Lucky Magazine, this is a “true hair miracle!”  Philip B calls this fountain-of-youth-for-the-hair “the most restorative and protective color shampoo ever made;” by the numerous awards and features in almost every major magazine, it would be difficult to argue otherwise.  Packed with 11 amino acids, vitamins, Silk, Wheat, Soy proteins, Chamomile, Grape Seed, Amber Oil (of course), and so many other delectable ingredients- you will officially have a new favorite product. PURCHASE NOW! (Russian Amber Imperial Shampoo, $49.95)

• White Truffle Ultra-Rich Moisturizing Shampoo: It’s the #1 selling product for a reason!  Formulated with 23.2% pure plant extracts as well as Italian White Truffle Oil, Soy protein, and Panthenol, you might not even recognize the shiny, bouncy, healthy hair atop your head…be prepared for others to notice, though & get ready for the compliments to begin!  PURCHASE NOW! (White Truffle Ultra-Rich Moisturizing Shampoo, starts at $15.95)   

Summer-Ready Promotion! 

Welcome summer the right way, incorporate MAUI WOWIE into your haircare routine.  To make the deal even sweeter, purchase MAUI WOWIE & Receive 15% off a 2^nd PHILIP B Product!  (In Store promotion only).  

Purchase PHILIP B haircare products at Total Beauty Experience 

2929 Arden Way, Sacramento CA 95825

& now ONLINE at

 SHOP.TOTALBEAUTYEXP.COM!