Happy Veteran's Day

Happy Veteran’s Day to all our service members!  While words will never suffice, we’d like to say thank you for your bravery and sacrifice.  This week, the Global Laser offices will be announcing details on our new, permanent, Military Appreciation Program.  Please stay tuned on Facebook and/or Instagram for more info. 

Again, thank you, and have a great week.

Your family at Global Laser

Our Very First #TipTuesday!

Oh My What Big Eyes You Have!

Listen Up SanDiegans we know you love your city and your scenic sites are awesome! But all the late night parties and Icy cold weather has your eyes pissed! eek.

 We are always looking for the fastest solution to our problems in the nicest & easiest manner, but with the holidays arriving those lines are going to be extra long and those pretty little eyes need to be at tip top shape. 3 days : Black Friday, Christmas Eve, New Years. Need I say more??  

If you're not lucky enough to be the new Zsa Zsa Gabor and have 30 well dressed servants at your bidding while you partake in hours upon hours of beauty sleep, we'd like to recommend our amazing products.  Because #wecare about the gorgeousness and wellbeing of each and every one of you, we are discounting these featured products at 25% !  Follow us on our Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to get the latest updates on our new #TipTuesday announcements.  Each week we'll be featuring a new area of 'concern' and magical little jars to treat it, with MAJOR discounts for our followers only! We like you! We really, really like you!

Also, don't forget to join our $500 contest! Details on our previous post.

Honey you need a whole Box for that: Dark circles

 

I'm sure when you put on that cute or scary Halloween costume last weekend you did not expect your eyes to be biting you in the face (literally) in the morning. Now you have dark bags that you can see from Mars! Solution? We Recommend SkinCeuticals AOX $85.

25% off!

This amazing serum in a gel roll-on does wonders! It contains a synergistic antioxidant combination to help protect the delicate eye area from oxidative stress.  Not only does it corrects signs of photodamage, but it helps reduce the appearance of puffiness and under-eye bags while combating signs of fatigue to restore a fresh, vibrant appearance. (Mars eat your heart out!)

Oh yes pile on those papers baby!

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Sure, it's only Tuesday and you're powering through, but the kids would NOT get to bed last night and now the coffee machine is broken! GAHH worst nightmare ever!

As the old saying goes "our eyes are your windows to our soul", well perk up those pretty eyes you boss lady and rule the world!  We recommend Topix Replenix Eye Repair Cream $75.

25% off!

This heavenly cream features an all-trans-Retinol along with a powerful combination of Green Tea (which protects the delicate eye area against free radical damage) and Peptides & Arnica, which help to improve the appearance of dark circles and fine lines.
Studies suggest the peptides in Replenix Eye Repair Cream stimulate proper lymphatic drainage and increase skin firmness.  Arnica is effective at diminishing bruising and discoloration. (No coffee required!)

Onesie Pajama anyone?

It's not even Christmas yet! But we're not in sunny summer anymore and dear SanDiegans, our realization of this has come quick.  Your eyes are angry!  With this cold coming in our skin tends to get even more distressed so we may have 2 (yes, 2!) solutions. They're the OBAGI Elastaderm eye crème & Complete Complex Serum, and we have them both in a gift set!  

25% off!

This rich & smooth eye cream is for normal to dry skin, and perfect for cooler or more arid climates. Its bi-mineral complex and malonic acid tightens and smoothes the skin around the eyes & its blueberry extract provides antioxidants that help eliminate free radicals.

25% off!

This little guy is your wonder ball.  The Complete Complex Serum is a targeted formula that helps refresh the delicate skin around the eyes with soothing, innovative roller ball technology and clinically proven ingredients.  The bi-mineral complex and malonic acid equal tighter, smoother-looking skin while caffeine reduces the appearance of under-eye puffiness.  The roller ball applicator optimizes the delivery of the serum for firmer, youthful-looking eyes.


And there you have it! May your eyes (and wallet!) be forever happy!  #globallaser #wecare :)  Stop by to take advantage of these crazy discounted rates, because they'll be gone come next week!  619-243-2444 or 6950 Friars Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

$500 Social Media Contest

$500 social media contest

 For your chance to win just tag & follow us! #globallaser. See below & Poster for details :)

Only One Prize Winner. No Cash Value. Must be redeemed in one visit. Voucher Expires after 6 months. Gratuity is not included.

Skin treatments? No way that’s a joke!

Ladies (and gents) let's be real - we all know we DO NOT take care of our skin (or at least not like we should), and with so many remedies out there it can be a train wreck just to know the how-to and the which-to. Believe it or not, but back in the day women and men went to extreme lengths to always get that perfect look, like whitening your teeth with urine and freezing freckles off with Carbon dioxide. ( Really?) Look, our skin goes through vigorous damage daily as is, we don’t have to make it go through THAT much. (Same with our mental health) Luckily there’s people like us who care and will lead you into the right direction. No Urine Face mask required.

Ancient Remedies : Seriously?

 

It was discovered that in Ancient Rome, urine was the post popular ingredient among Romans and quite often used as Facial Masks and to whiten those pearly teeth. (Clean feeling no matter what ;))

Urine Beauty

The 1941 Glamour Bonnet was used primarily by Victorian and Edwardian women who considered beautiful skin to be pale and unblemished, with a big emphasis on soft and supple.  Naturally, the only LOGICAL way to achieve this improved complexion is by reducing the air pressure around your face.(air head any one?)

The Glamor Bonnet

Our all time favorite was the Freezing freckles remedy. Freckles were not very popular in the 30’s, so women would “freeze off” natures half tan with carbon dioxide.  During the process patients were forced to breathe through a tube, cover their eyes with airtight plugs, and have their nostrils filled in for protection. (Must have been Halloween inspired.)



Freezing Freckles

 

411 Modern times: #Skinsoultions

 

With all these crazy ideas we're just very grateful we have evolved into the amazing skin care treatments offered today to maintain our beautiful skin. Keeping your skin clean is the most important step and in the link below Women's health give us some tips to avoid the notorious mistakes we make on a daily:

10 mistakes that can be Solved

 

Aside from cleansing problems some of us may need that extra umph like a facial, microderm or  even a peel!

Peels treat :

• acne
• reduce wrinkles
• improve skin discoloration

 

Originally only a dermatologists performed them, but today there's DIY skin peels available that you can do (with a lot of precaution) at the comfort of your home! We're always up for sweats and messy hair days! Grab your girls and make it a peel day!

 

Not only do peels stimulate growth of collagen but it can be performed once every 2 to 4 weeks, depending on skin types and peel strength. For stronger peels you must (and should!) go to a dermatological expert.  Lucky for you, we happen to have amazing skin experts at Global Laser!  (And we're right across from Fashion Valley mall...lucky for all of us!). Below are just a few of our packages to help get you on your fabulous way. For information call us 619-234-2444 or just stop by!  Don't get caught up on those old beauty treatments! J

Post Care Kit: Value $99

·         1 Sensitive Cleanser

·         1 restorative Ointment

·         1 TNS Ceremide Cream

·         1 oz SPF 30

3 Vitalize Peels + Free Post Peel Kit

·         Value: $450 for the peels and with post Peel Kit = $550 (on average $150-$200 per peel)

·         Could Charge:  $199 - $249

·         Cost: $114

·         Patient received 150 BD points = $10 (this is a points system we currently use)

 

3 Rejuvinize Peels + Free Peel Kit

·         Value: $600 for the peels and with post Peel Kit = $700 (on average $200-$300 per peel)

·         Could Charge:  $299 - $349

·         Cost: $177

·         Patient receives 300 BD points = $30

 

Pumpkins - Not Just For Carving and Charlie Brown

The Pumpkin Craze!



 Now that it’s fall the pumpkin craze is in full effect. It seems every store has some kind of pumpkin something.  From pumpkin skin care to pumpkin beer to household products to funny foods, can we say obsession?  But that’s fine by us, we love Pumpkins.  Why, you ask?  Well, because they’re yummy and fun to carve!  No just kidding. (But seriously....)  Pumpkins have such great nutritional value!  Which leads us to consider choosing the pumpkin pie over apple for our next cheat day... 

So, what’s the big fuss?


Nutritional Pumpkin Value:

Pumpkins are a tasty source of these vitamins and minerals that help prevent arteriosclerosis (fancy name for hardening hardening of the arteries...we're looking for rock hard abs not veins) which can lead to strokes and heart attacks.  

·         Beta-carotene

·         Vitamin C

·         Potassium

Most importantly? (For us, anyway...)  A serving of pumpkin contains over 200% of your daily recommended intake of Vitamin A, a MUST for great vision.  The carotenoids that give the fruit (it has seeds!) its gorgeous orange color convert into additional Vitamin A for double peeper protection.


Woah Protein! I'm digging that tan....


Pepitas, also known as pumpkin seeds (or your Abuela's loving pet name for you), are a MAJOR source of of protein; one ounce of seeds provides nearly seven grams!! They also contain copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, and zinc. The natural oils in pumpkin seeds are high in phytosterols, plant-based fatty acids that are chemically so like cholesterol that they can replace it in the human body-contributing to the reduction of blood cholesterol levels. Finally, a GOOD cholesterol we can talk about!

(And no Regina...butter is not a carb)

Let's get real now - weight loss:

A study by the USDA indicated that diets high in pumpkin as a fiber source tended to curb the appetite, while simultaneously providing more food and nutrients for the SAME calorie count!  Need we say more?  Let's let  the pumpkin keep those plump curves while we fight holiday season! And with the (literally) millions of different pumpkin recipes available for you to try, there is no reason that pumpkin lovers and naysayers alike shouldn't be able to sneak a bit more into their diet.  

Here are a few fun ones we're going to try:

How about a healthy pumpkin soup during this chilly weather?

 Downeast Maine made this FANTASTIC pumpkin bread!

Pumpkin and Sausage pasta, anyone?

A great step by step on roasting pumpkin seeds to PERFECTION

Ok, how can you say no to Pumpkin Spice cupcakes??

What are some of your favorite pumpkin recipes?  Let us know in the comments and your recipe might be featured!  Also, don't forget about the HUGE $500 giveaway we're doing, check out our social media accounts, upload a pic and use the hashtag #GlobalLaser to be entered!  Contest ends November 30th...so get yours in now ;)

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https://www.facebook.com/globallasercosmetics

http://instagram.com/glvsd

http://instagram.com/glcsd

https://twitter.com/GlobalCosmetics

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We're Here!

The Global Laser brand is excited to announce the start of our new blog dedicated to all things San Diego: health, beauty, fitness, and of course, your eyes.  Let us know what articles you'd like to see, and we'll get you answers.  

Stay beautiful San Diego!