All About Osmosis Skin Care

Part of the Osmosis philosophy is beauty uncompromised, a declaration that everyone deserves skincare that both promotes healthy skin and inspires permanent results. Their ideology revolves around analyzing the skin and body as a whole, aligning perfectly with Menari’s own mission of holistic health. It’s through consideration of the person as a whole that we can best address and resolve issues, which is exactly why we love and support Osmosis.

The Osmosis brand was started by Ben Johnson, MD nearly 30 years ago as he sought to create non-toxic skincare products and treatments that combined naturally sourced ingredients with scientifically validated formulas. At Osmosis, their skincare is developed with the true sources of skin issues at the center, using science and knowledge to naturally stop problems at the cause. This combination of nature and science brings about enduring change to provide you with confidence that lasts.

Through consistent use of Osmosis, you’re choosing to treat and nourish your skin with patented, exclusive skincare and wellness technology that restores the skin to a youthful and toxin-free environment. You’re also choosing to invest in your self-care to promote your holistic health. Skincare builds, fostering change through consistency and intention, and at Menari we’re happy to guide you to the right combination of products that are perfectly derived for you.

          If you’d like to get a firsthand experience with the Osmosis line, we have a range of facial services where our trained estheticians can guide you through the products that will be best aligned for your skin goals and needs. They can use their knowledge and pass it along—ensuring you’ll leave feeling confident in your ability to take care of your own skin!

Written By: Annie Lindenberg, Creative Writer, Menari Blogger

Osmosis Facial Infusion- A Game Changer In SkinCare

For a long time in the skincare industry, the focus has been on treatments that traumatize the skin to try and get rejuvenation- I’m sure you’ve heard of them- laser treatments, chemical peels, microdermabrasion…

What those treatments do is remove the outer layers- essentially damaging the skin, so that new, healthier skin can take it’s place and if you have ever had one of these treatments, you know that they do come with down-time, as your skin needs to heal afterwards, sometimes peeling or soughing off for days at a time. Not so fun.

What we didn’t know was that these treatments are not actually promoting cell growth or encouraging the production of collagen and elastin- the skin cell fibers that give us a youthful appearance.

What is new in the industry is the tremendous impact that can be made on the skin when the it is NOT traumatized and we focus on the holistic stimulation of collagen and elastin.

This brings me to the Osmosis Facial Infusion that will be available beginning September 2024.

Osmosis Facial Infusion is listed as a non-chemical “peel” that works at the cellular level to promote deep rejuvenation and renewal.

Unlike traditional chemical treatments, that use acids to damage the skin, this treatment avoids aggressive exfoliation and instead focuses on delivering potent nutrients directly into the skin to stimulate repair and regeneration- focusing on healing, not harming the skin.

So how do we do this? Osmosis has developed a unique delivery system – the RevitaPen Pro.

This little tool creates microchannels, similar to microneedling, but without creating a wound or inflammation in the skin- meaning no down time, just greater product absorption so your skin receives the maximum benefit from ingredients.

What types of skin issues does it address? ALL SKIN TYPES

-          Ageing

-          Redness

-          Breakouts

-          Heals acne & scarring

-          Hyperpigmentation

-          Laxed skin

-          Men, women

The future of skincare is here, and it’s all about working with your skin, not against it. The Osmosis Facial Infusion offers a groundbreaking approach—one that nurtures, heals, and truly supports skin regeneration without trauma, downtime, or damage. If you’re ready to experience a facial that restores rather than depletes, join us this September and discover the power of holistic skin renewal. Your skin will thank you!

—Written By: Olivia Hageman

Gua Sha vs Botox

Why Gua Sha is a Better Answer Than Botox

            As we age our skin inevitably changes, and it can be hard to adjust to these newfound differences in our appearance and find power in how our beauty shifts as we grow. Most of us aren’t afraid of the wisdom, experience, and effervescence of aging, so why be worried about wrinkles? If you’re looking for something to increase your confidence, then we fully believe in Gua Sha as a tool to support skin aging without invasive treatments like Botox.

            While Botox is an injectable toxin that temporarily paralyzes your muscles, Gua Sha is an ancient traditional Chinese medicinal practice that uses a stone for gentle facial massage to boost circulation, reduce wrinkles and fine lines, and support lymphatic draining. While the desired end results are similar, the way these two techniques accomplish them are drastically different.

            Botox works to freeze muscles, and while this can help prevent facial expressions that heighten skin aging, it also blocks the flow of fluids such as blood, lymph, and qi (the body’s life force energy) to the areas you’re targeting. In contrast, gua sha does the opposite. It supports the movement and flow of these energies and fluids to not only reduce wrinkles but also support skin plumpness and radiance.

            It’s no doubt that Botox can feel like a quick fix in response to our changing bodies, but facial Gua Sha is a better option for longevity. Through regular practice, like the Gua Sha work used in our Intuitive Facial Ritual, your skin will benefit from a sculpted suppleness that aligns with your natural beauty. It’s a way to both cherish the changes our body faces as we gain years and experience while honoring your true beauty. To let yourself shine inside and out.

            If you’re looking to give Gua Sha a try and see the possible benefits for yourself, there’s no better way than to book an Intuitive Facial Ritual. Our highly skilled estheticians can assess and respond to your skin with techniques such as Gua Sha, facial cupping, and lymphatic brushing on top of using our skin care lines to support the skin. If you’re looking for another way to nurture your skin and self, give facial Gua Sha a try!

—Written by: Annie Lindenberg

Menari's Inutitive Facial Ritual

The Intuitive Facial Ritual is a deeply personalized experience. Through conversations regarding your skin goals as well as professional observations, your esthetician will craft a singular experience targeted toward your holistic health. This ritual guides you through a facial steam, double cleanse, exfoliation, mask, and the use of serums and mists. With both the Laurel and Osmosis skin care lines at their disposal, your esthetician will cherry pick the products your skin will love. 

The customization continues as your esthetician pulls from their entire repertoire of skills and techniques to further aid your skin and body’s health. Tools like gua sha, facial cupping, rollers, lymphatic brushing, and more can be integrated during the ritual to smooth, detoxify, and bring balance to your skin. 

Gua sha, a traditional Chinese medicine technique, uses a smooth-edged tool to glide over your skin. This ancient healing method promotes lymphatic drainage and blood circulation, relieves muscle tension, and helps move and balance energy all to promote your skin’s health. When used on the crown and neck, it helps target additional tension and blockages you might hold. 

Facial cupping can also help with tension and blood circulation. Using small facial cups, your skin and muscles will be stimulated and targeted. This increases collagen production to keep your skin firm, smooth, and hydrated—minimizing the appearance of scars and wrinkles. 

With a wide range of additional techniques your esthetician can choose to incorporate, you can be sure every step of the way this facial is crafted with your wants, needs, and preferences in mind. Matched with our experienced estheticians' intuition, knowledge, and talent, this 75-minute service will leave you feeling reinvigorated and your skin looking vibrant. 

To further support the holistic benefits of this experience, we recommend a solid routine. The customization of this facial is only amplified by consistency, allowing your esthetician to tailor to your needs every month—addressing your aims no matter the time of year or your current lifestyle. Through regular practice, you’ll notice reduced anxiety, puffiness, and pigmentation; improved blood stimulation, skin absorption, and hydration; as well as so many more benefits that can be reached more consistently and quickly through routine. Our monthly membership can be a great pairing with this ritual.

We also suggest beginning the ritual with your choice of a Private Infrared Sauna or Deep Sea Soak to open and relax the body, allowing your esthetician to do deeper work.

Here’s why the Intuitive Facial Ritual might be my favorite Menari facial yet: 

• Specialized. Using both of our skin care lines and all the tools at my esthetician’s disposal, this facial can be tailored even more deeply to my skin type and goals. Every step of the way, this facial is crafted for me.

• Flexible. Whether I come in with specific goals and wants or no plan in mind, my esthetician puts together the perfect 75 minutes of luxury for my face, skin, and neck. I can choose my level of collaboration depending on the day and be assured I’m always in skilled hands.

• Expansive. From gua sha stones, lymphatic brushes, facial cups, and more, my esthetician has numerous tools at their disposal to integrate into the facial. My esthetician uses their intuition, experience, and talent to design a ritual made for me. With such wide possibilities, this ritual can feel unique and special every time I experience it—which is great for keeping my facial routine feeling fresh monthly.

• Targeted Benefits. With every step of this facial curated for me, I leave glowing and vibrant. Whether I come in with concerns regarding dryness, facial tension, or simply stress, I know I will finish the service feeling stronger and healthier. Every session feels like taking my holistic health into my own hands and taking strides towards my goals.

—Written By: Annie Lindenberg