Combining
her Greek heritage with a passion for
a results-driven luxurious organic skincare line, Theodora Ntovas created YASOU
Natural Skin Care, “Greek-Inspired
Natural Skin”. In Greek, “Yasou” is a familiar greeting, translated to mean “to your
health”. We’re familiar with the many
health benefits of a balanced and healthy diet, which is part of the Greek diet, integral to the Mediterranean Diet; it’s no different
when it comes to the health benefits of YASOU
Natural Skin Care…it’s like the Mediterranean
Diet, but for your face and body!
Although
Theodora Ntovas grew up in Chicago, part of her childhood was spent
living in Greece, where she immersed
herself with family, culture, and heritage.
As an adult, these experiences were transformative. She’d regularly go to the farmer’s markets in
the picturesque village of Archia Feneos
(Peloponnese region near Corinth). There, she’d marvel at nature’s bounty and especially
its local organic produce, which included olive oil, flower and plant extracts,
and beeswax. She also observed that the
local women, who generally made their own skincare products from these
ingredients, all had a youthful vibrancy to their skin’s appearance, along with
a healthy and youthful glow to their skin.
These
combined experiences motivated her passion and she began her quest to learn as
much as possible about cosmetic science, aromatherapy, and natural skincare
solutions. She’d eventually partner with
noted chemist and formulator Nestor
Tomasi, and the brand YASOU was
borne.
At
the heart of each product's formulation is the proprietary Calityl-O Complex, which delivers an infusion of certified organic extra
virgin olive oil, and Vitamins A and E. These
powerful natural anti-oxidants aid in anti-aging properties, such as diminishing
inflammation, providing an effective barrier against free radicals, and delivering
nourishing and restorative nutrients to the skin’s mantle. Product ingredients are certified organic and
natural, with formulations that target specific skincare related aspects, while
delivering restorative and therapeutic properties.
~ THE PRODUCT EXPERIENCE ~
Natural
Cellular Day Cream and Natural Cell Renewal Night Cream ~ To me, both the Day Cream and Night Cream are definitely YASOU’s
“dynamic duo”. Both Creams had a luxurious feel to them; the consistency was
concentrated, so very little was needed to adequately hydrate the skin; product
was quickly absorbed and didn’t leave any residue; hydration levels were
maintained throughout the day and night.
Once applied, I immediately noticed luminosity to my skin after applying
both products; it was a healthy and revitalized glow. I also noticed that fine lines and wrinkles
were diminished. Skin tone also appeared
more even; my faint hyperpigmentation on my cheeks and around my mouth area
also were minimized. Key ingredients for
the Day Cream include lemon, orange, apple, and cucumber extracts,
green tea, Vitamins E and C, certified organic extra virgin olive oil, and
grape seed extract. Key ingredients
for the Night Cream include shea butter, aloe leaf juice, jojoba oil,
Vitamin B, cucumber extract, Vitamin C, certified organic extra virgin olive
oil, and Vitamin E.
Natural
Body Cream
~ This rich luxurious Body Cream
glides on easily, leaving the skin feeling silky; the product is absorbed
quickly without leaving any greasy or tacky residue; hydration levels are
maintained throughout the day. Key
ingredients include cypress, lavender,
and mandarin essential oils, Vitamin E, caffeine, calendula, rosemary, honey,
olive oil, shea butter, aloe, jojoba oil.
~ IN CLOSING ~
Finding
the best possible skincare solutions isn’t something that can be rushed. Take the time to become friends with your
skin…get to know its unique personality…find a skincare line that delivers on
its promises and improves the overall quality of your skin. Lastly, incorporate those effective products
into your regular skincare regimen, and give special attention to changing
products with the changing seasons.
That’s
it for this edition. Until the next one,
remember to take care of yourself and those you love.
By Terry
Herman
TERRY
HERMAN is a recognized expert in the industry, and regularly covers issues that
include business, management, operations, customer care, treatments, products,
and trends. In the 1990s, she authored an extensive "Glossary of Spa
Terminologies" and holds two copyright registrations. Consumer and
trade publications have also interviewed her as an expert. She also conducted an extensive nationally
broadcasted interview tour on aspects of creating an at-home spa, interior
design, music, stress and time management.
Her work has been published extensively in print and digital in both
consumer and trade publications. In addition to writing, reviewing and
being interviewed as an expert, she is also a management consultant and
motivational speaker. She also served on
the International Advisory Board for the former EXPERIENCE | PREMCHIT Journeys
In Retreat To Wellness; the Advisory Board was comprised of ten international
experts in various fields of wellness and spa.
She also served as a Group Manager for the popular LinkedIn group, The
Spa Buzz. Her social media outreach includes Facebook,
LinkedIn, Twitter, and Tripatini. Be sure to read her food, wine
and culinary digital magazine, TERRY’S SECOND HELPINGS.
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