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Welcome to Hi-Lites, Atelier Emmanuel’s blog! Every month, learn about the latest news, events and promotions and discover our services and beauty experts. Throughout, we'll also be sprinkling tidbits about care, beauty, and trends in the beauty industry. Scroll through, and if there is anything you would like us to add, let us know!


Friday, April 15, 2011

Edito | Using Twitter + Trying Out Odacite


Yesterday was the last day our Twitter Daily Special Month. It was challenging but fun to come up with something different each day. The daily specials gave people a chance to get deep savings on products and services. At times we even gave away freebies, like a hair cut with James, who joined the team this month.

Our goal, of course, was to have you start to follow us on Twitter. But not so you can hear us expound on the random minutia of our lives.* Our goal is principally to use Twitter as a means of letting you and your network of friends know about last minute openings at our salon. These are often offered at discounted rates due to the last minute nature of the appointment. Occasionally we hope to also chime in about current and upcoming hair trends.

*Like how Virginie, our new manager and marketing expert, doesn't like mustard.

Odacite

AE began carrying Odacite Skin Care Kits a few months back because we liked the company's ethos, and the effective simplicity of their product line. Reassuring packaging notwithstanding, a lot of skin care products contain dubious ingredients. Odacite steers clear of these, and provides a fresh product with a normal shelf life, much like food.

You've heard of not putting something on your skin that you wouldn't put in your mouth, right? I'm not suggesting having Odacite products as snacks, but they fall more in that category of something you could put in your mouth than most beauty products.

In preparation for this month's promotion I decided to try a kit out for the last few weeks. I'm not the type of guy who just uses regular bar soap on his face; neither am I the type to spend a heck of a lot of money for facial products. I figured I'd be a good candidate to see if there was much difference while using this line.

The kits come with a daily cleanser, toner, and moisturizer. A repair serum is used at night time, and a jojoba beads exfoliant is used once or twice a week. Sponges are also included, as well as a hair band to keep your hair out of the way.

I found the products effective, but not excessive. There are no razzle dazzle scents and fanfare. The products work, simply. I was surprised by how little moisturizer, for one, was needed to keep my skin feeling supple and protected.

My sense is that the Odacite Detox Kit is best suited for a midrange of skin types, including sensitive and mature skin. Meredith at the front desk found it less appealing if you have oily or combination skin, and my sense is that it would not be helpful if you have very dry skin.

We are offering the kit free with purchases of $300 or more starting April 15th. You can also purchase it by itself, at 40% off during the promotional period, so it's a good time to try it! If you have a usual regiment that you use, this would make a good break from it, which is always useful for the our skin, just like our hair.

Thursday, April 14, 2011

Promotion: Odacite Skin Detox Kit

Odacite offers a superb, clean natural line of products for skin care.

The ethos of the company is to offer products which are as minimal and pure as possible while remaining effective. All their products are Fresh: they do not add any unnecessary (and toxic) preservatives. Instead, all the products are labeled with a “Freshiency Date”, a window of time when its potency will be it at its maximum.

To learn more, check out their philosophy.

We are offering the Detox Skin Care Kit, which provides a complete regiment for daily facial care. We’ve found it especially beneficial for ordinary to sensitive skin types.

During our promotion, the kits will be offered for $48 — 40% off the retail price.
Additionally, a kit comes free when you spend $300 or more on services or products during your session with us.

April 15th to May 15th

Introducing Virginie

After two years in Paris as PR Project Manager and three years in London as Events Producer and Market Research Analyst, French native Virginie joins Atelier Emmanuel as part of the management, focusing on our marketing strategy.

A background in art, an international career, and a Master’s degree in Communications make Virginie a natural fit at AE. She shares our interest in beauty married to craftsmanship. We are incredibly excited at the ideas Virginie is bringing in; under her impetus, look for a lot of new projects from us. Most importantly, Virginie will help us find new, innovative, and convenient ways to meet your needs as our client.

Anything you’d like to see us try? Email Virginie & Felix: atelieremmanuel@gmail.com

James Mackey, Senior Stylist

Atelier Emmanuel was fortunate to be able to add another skilled stylist to our team this month! Hailing from New York state, James Mackey will be on our schedule full time.

Here is a brief bio, followed by his current schedule:

For James Mackey, 16 years of devotion to cutting, coloring and styling hair began with formal training at the Vidal Sassoon Academy in Los Angeles. Vidal Sassoon was a perfect match for his interest in precision, perfection and high fashion. James then completed his training at the Toni & Guy Academy, whose fashion forward looks still drive mainstream trends. He has since continued advanced education with Vidal Sassoon in Toronto, Jingles Academy New York, Toni & Guy and Goldwell Color.

James uses precision cutting techniques, with only scissors and a comb, to create beautiful lines and build sophisticated shapes. Freehand sculpturing follows for masterful detailing, creating stunning styles. Your look is not dependent on product for its maintenance: signature to James’ work is hair that moves effortlessly and can be styled with ease.


James appreciates stylish women with beautifully coiffed hair. High style and head turning is the goal!


Schedule

Monday: off
Tuesday: 12p — 8p
Wednesday: 9a — 5p
Thursday: 9a — 5p
Friday: 9a — 2p
Saturday: 9a — 5p

Agenda | Who's Off When?

Anastasia: back from vacation on April 19
Britney: off April 28, 29
Claudia: off May 10, 11