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The Follicle Memories – Part 3 Needless to say, I enjoyed my manicure, asked the team member so many questions about the industry and left feeling like a really big window had opened. I researched programs, looked into daycare for my...
The business continued to grow and in 1984 Eva, an aesthetician joined the team. She and her husband Michael would purchase The Follicle from Irmgard in 1989. Eva and Michael successfully ran the business for the next 24 years, adding new...
I never imagined when I started working at The Follicle, Burlington’s Spa in 1997 that I would be here today as the owner and planning how best to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the business. I remember the days working at our original...
It has been suggested for some time now that starting a blog is the next step in my career as an aesthetician and a business owner. I have worked in this industry for over 20 years and yet I still find myself wondering if anyone would really...
We spent a busy Family Day weekend working in the spa painting. We wanted to glam up our hair salon and we think we’re on our way to achieving that. We also want to focus on our feature brand LaBiosthetic. We are excited...
The Follicle Staff celebrated Christmas and New Year at The Martini House in Burlington. A wonderful meal was enjoyed by all!
Teen Facial
$98
The Teen Facial is a cleansing facial that includes consultation, cleansing, exfoliation, extractions and mask. Ideal as an introduction to skin care and maintenance.
(60 minutes)
The Follicle Signature Facial Treatment
$110
The Follicle Signature Facial is an individually formulated treatment that includes a consultation, skin analysis, cleansing, exfoliation, extractions, active concentrate and massage.
(75 minutes)
Collagen Sublime Eye Contour Treatment
$35
The Collagen Sublime Eye treatment is a must-have add-on to our facials. Designed to target the delicate eye and lip area which can be the first to show signs of aging. This radiance boosting anti-aging treatment will visibly reduce the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, puffiness and dark circles .
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Specialized Masks
$35
Yonka and G.M. Collin offer specialized masks that will enhance any of our facials by increasing absorption of the serums and creams, as well improving the hydration and texture of the skin. Thermal-Plastic Mask: improves absorption Algomask: Its thermo-cooling effect on the skin makes it a remarkable revitalizing mask particularly for reducing the visible appearance of redness. Yonka Fruit Mask: tones, firms, hydrates & soothes skin. Masque Lift: A smoothing and uplifting mask containing Collagen and Hyaluronic Acid. Add on to any facial.
Yonka Excellence Code
$165
Perfect for mature skin, the Excellence Code Facial is an exceptional anti-aging facial that incorporates a high performance technical treatment. A double deep exfoliation with draining techniques is followed by specific Yon-Ka anti-aging energy points work. This is followed by an exclusive biocellulose mask (used in reconstructive surgery) infused with an intense concentrate to reprogram the rejuvenation of mature skin cells. Excellence Code global youth cream provides 20 key ingredients to act on all signs of aging concerns: lines/wrinkles, collagen and elastin, nourishment and dark spots.
(75 minutes)
Yonka Hydralessence
$145
Yonka's Hydralessence treatment is a high performance, deep hydrating facial that will revive the most dehydrated complexions, eliminating signs of stress and help your skin to re-balance itself. Luxuriate in the warmth of healing hands while your skin is bathed in a moisture surge of oils, creams and elixirs, then sink into the bliss of a double hydrating fruit-based mask.
(90 minutes)
Yonka Advanced Optimizer
$145
Advanced Optimizer is lifting and restructuring, and this anti-aging treatment acts like a "personal trainer" for the skin. Rich in re-densifying thickening hibiscus and lupine peptides and highly hydrating marine collagen and hyaluronic acid, it reinforces the structure of the epidermis and uses co-enzyme Q10 to protect the skin cells from free radical attacks.
(90 minutes)
Yonka Vital Intense
$145
Yon-Ka's Vital Intense treatment is recommended for all ages. This treatment will re-infuse your skin with the vital energy that it sometimes lacks after sun exposure, during pregnancy, during menopause, or simply after a spell of ill health or tiredness. Essential oils of beech bud, anti-free-radical vitamins and trace elements will help your skin rediscover all of it’s balance, elasticity and vitality.
(90 minutes)
Yonka Essential White Peel Series
$140
Hyperpigmentation is one of the most common skin conditions, and often one of the most difficult to correct. We recommend the Yonka Essential White professional treatment series to target pigment irregularities. The Essential White program involves one 60-minute treatment to target pigment imperfections, followed by three 45-minute treatments over a period of 4 weeks to achieve striking results to reduce skin discolouration and improve skin quality. This treatment features the new Peeling Lumiere, an exfoliating, professional-strength peel with a 30% concentration of AHA and BHA. The action of this professional peeling is boosted with Vitamin C and brown algae for brightening. Sun avoidance is strongly recommended when booking this series. After the first treatment each additional treatment will be $90. The treatments must be booked as a minimum 4 week series to receive this price.
(60 minutes)
GM Collin Sea C Spa
$140
The Sea C Spa facial is a powerful age-defying skin care treatment designed to delay the visible signs of aging and to energize the skin. Formulated with marine and vegetal ingredients (Vitamin C Concentrate, Algae Biomatrix Patches, and Thermal Organic Mud). This treatment is exceptional for both pre and post-sun exposure. Ideal for people who live in urban areas with high pollution levels. Benefits
GM Collin Hydrolifting
$135
GM Collin's Hydrolifting treatment will visibly restore your skin to a youthful look. It includes a double exfoliation, utilizing both enzymatic and chemical actives, eliminates the dead skin cells to instantly clarify the skin and allow an increased absorption of the subsequent ampoules. The delicate texture of the hydrolifting fluid imparts hydration to the skin providing a silky comfort. You enter your relaxing journey with a flowing massage of the Restorative Cream followed by the Hydrolifting Toning Mask, allowing you to succumb to a restful destination. This treatment profoundly improves the visible toning of the face and neck and improves hydration for an age-defying radiance.
For all skin types. (60 minutes)
GM Collin Botinol
$165
G.M. Collin’s Botinol treatment is their signature age-defying treatment. A non-invasive anti-aging dermo-procedure. This innovative, clinically proven treatment combines 5 peptides with retinol, for a Botox-like effect-without any needles. After just one treatment, lines and wrinkles are improved and skin appears plumper. Benefits
GM Collin Collagen 90-II
$155
The GM Collin Collagen 90-II treatment is a highly respected and sought-after age-defying skin renewal treatment that hydrates, smooths and tones wrinkles to combat the visible signs of aging. This intensive anti-aging treatment hydrates, rejuvenates, tightens and reconfigures the skin’s surface to subdue the visible signs of aging. Unequalled for skin renewal.
(90 minutes)
GM Collin Peel Series
$80
The GM Collin Peel Series is the perfect solution for fine lines, wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne scarring, and flaking skin. Your series will be customized to your skins’ personal needs by working with a selection of 4 peels. It features Glycolic Acid which evens out the top layers of the skin and stimulates collagen as well as Lactic Acid which provides a hydrating effect and is less irritating. This helps if sensitivity, dryness or dehydration occurs with the other peels. Salicylic Acid can be used for oily or acneic skin by eliminating sebum and debris that can cause blackheads, whiteheads and enlarged pores. Derm Renewal is formulated with a patented complex of 30% AHA (Glycolic and Lactic acid) coupled with the amino acid Arginine. Ask for a complimentary consultation and we will prepare a personalized treatment plan just for you. When booked as a weekly series of 4 or more treatments. $80 each treatment
(45 minutes)
GM Collin Oxygen Treatment
$125
This revolutionary GM Collin Oxygenating treatment is designed to revitalize fatigued, stressed and dull skin. It is also beneficial for oily or acne-prone skin and is designed to clear skin congestion. The 5-step treatment, formulated with BHA (2% Salicylic Acid), AHAs (15% Glycolic & Lactic Acid), and a unique Oxygen Complex, normalizes, detoxifies and hydrates in depth to give the skin back its natural radiance and glow. To obtain maximum results, one treatment per week is recommended for five consecutive weeks. (60 minutes)
