I also think that the hard water in socal is awful for skin and hair! My hair was much easier to comb when I lived in norcal.
Anyway, I had a facial recently at my local Origins counter. It was a special event, and I think they've been doing it once a month, and it was free!! I did buy a couple of skincare products, since I needed a few things. But the MA's are really nice, and not pushy. They usually give me a few samples even if I don't buy anything. (I go to the Origins counter at Nordstrom-Brea Mall, but might be worth checking other counters).
Also, the Pure Beauty in Fullerton is doing a special on facials--for $45 you'll get a facial, eyebrow waxing, and a starter kit of dermalogica products (4-5 travel sizes I think). It seemed like a good deal, but I'm not sure how long it's going to last. I was there on Sunday, so not sure how limited the offer is. I didn't take advantage of it, since I had just gotten the Origins facial. Just figured I'd pass on the info if it helps anyone
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maiho Hey, Thanks for the site. It's too expensive for me right now cuz im a poor college student.
But u know what i think. I think it's the so cal water that's giving us skin problems. I've lived in northern cal all my life and i had almost perfect skin until i moved to so cal about 3 years ago for college. Ever since i lived here, the water has been making me so dry and i break out regularly and it's irritating me. I used to not wear foundation only when i go out on the weekends, but now i wear it almost on a daily basis. My skin is at the worst condition ever in my life, and i dont know what's going on. Maybe it's the stress of college life, but i don't feel stressed. i get all my stuff done and i feel pretty calm most of the time. I work out 5 days a week so i don't know what could be wrong. If anyone has any skin advice, please help. I'm dying. ahhh