Calidora, Take Me Away

Posted by Charli

on May 28, 2009

With summer coming, I’m craving sunlight and exercise so it’s a good thing I discovered Calidora Skin Care Clinic (currently in Washington and California), where skin care experts will keep me on top of my sun-induced brown spots. Upon my first visit, Andrew, the very sweet manager at the Glendale, Calif., location (in The Americana at Brand), gently performed a complimentary Photo-Imaging Complexion Analysis using UV and infrared cameras. As we chatted about the skin care secrets of monks (yes, monks), he pinpointed the dehydration, congested pores, sun damage and fine lines I always suspected were there, then gave me a color printout as a reminder to drink more water. (If only I could get an IV … )

Enter esthetician Jessica, who has the hands and complexion of a goddess. She did a round of microdermabrasion and extractions, then misted and massaged impurities away using Skin Medica products in one of the most relaxing hour-long facials I’ve ever received.

Facials are pricey, starting at $145; however the clinic does offer discounted rates if you refer friends or buy a package of treatments (great gift splurge). There is also a large menu of services ranging from makeup application to laser hair removal and Botox. To schedule a free Photo-Imaging Complexion Analysis at a sleek location near you, visit Calidora.com or call 1-800-750-0772. You can also buy the products used on you, as well as lash potions by Latisse and more, at Shop Calidora.