If it’s true that French women have all the best beauty secrets, local Francophiles will want to pay a visit to SANDRA OULMAS. The native Parisian is the woman behind Sandra Oulmas Medical Aesthetics, a skin care practice at Dontage Premier Aesthetic Anti-Aging Specialists near Mosaic District, where she works with clients to go “beyond facials,” as she explains it. For 13 years, the medical aesthetician and laser expert has been helping women (and men) put their best face forward with treatments that erase fine lines and wrinkles, eliminate dark spots and address uneven skin tone, among other common skin care concerns. She won’t name names, but she counts among her devoted clientele TV personalities, pro athletes, and even international royalty. Here, Oulmas shares what gives her that certain je ne sais quoi.
Best Dressed
“This Ted Baker dress is a favorite in my closet because of its versatility. I can easily wear it in a professional setting or dress it up with accessories for a night out. The French are all about simplicity!”
Style Philosphy
“Simple is sexy. To keep it understated makes it less about the brand or the garment, and more about the magnetic woman who is wearing it.”
About Face
“I use my Exfolisse The Crystals Sapphire Scrub for daily exfoliation. It’s amazing how this crystal polish in the palm of your hands just gives you this ability to glow instantly!”
Forever Young
“I can’t live without my encapsulated retinol serum. Resurfacing is the key to healthy skin and timeless beauty.”
City Break
“The Salamander Resort, for a luxurious countryside escape, is just about an hour outside of the city. You can’t beat the tranquility.”
Shine On
“My 18-karat gold and diamond solitaire necklace is a timeless and classic piece. It elevates my look and my mood and inspires me to sparkle a little brighter.”
Date Night
“Angelika Film Center at Mosaic District is always a fun time. I adore the indie vibe and the tasty bites its cafe has to offer.”
Bon Appétit!
“The intimate setting and traditional French cuisine of L’Auberge Chez François in Great Falls always hits the right note for me.”
Blue Period
“I love shopping local, and Periwinkle in Alexandria has such unique finds. The owner curates pieces from both emerging and well-known designers.”
Siren Call
“I was always in search of a true red that didn’t have an orange or a pink undertone. NYX’s Perfect Red is just perfect and goes on like butter. Hard to believe it was a drugstore find!”
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