Ladies, ladies, ladies! If you've been looking for a way that's non-invasive and cost effective to get rid of those noticeable lines and wrinkles-look no further! I was privileged to be chosen by Beauty Bulletin to have a Chrysalis facial treatment at the Hair and Beauty Show. I am a real sceptic when it comes to most things, because I always think "Yeah, yeah-what they say it does, and what it actually does is two different things." However, this time I was absolutely amazed at the result. The process was not painful, and was very effective. My friend who was standing with me while they did the facial kept saying how astounded she was. She kept saying how my lines and wrinkles were minimising right before her eyes. After the treatment, I couldn't believe how much less visible and shallower my lines and wrinkles appeared-and that was after just ONE facial! This new revolutionary non-invasive anti-aging treatment is something I definitely intend to do in the future. I mean-come on girls, who wouldn't be interested in looking just a little younger for longer if you can?

I was lucky enough to be treated to a Chrysalis Global Facial Treatment at the Professional Beauty Expo held at Gallagher Convention Centre, courtesy of Beauty Bulletin.

When I arrived at the Chrysalis stall I was greeted by 2 very friendly ladies, whose names were Cindy Lee Paul and Sherise Husselmann, with a big smile. I filled in a form to basically determine my skin concerns and what I hoped to achieve after the facial. I must admit, at first I thought the facial was about the products but Sherise explained to me that it was the MACHINE that was the star attraction of the whole treatment. That only intrigued me even more and I couldn't wait to get started.

I was soon called the very friendly and professional therapist, Londi Ndebele. She asked me to lay down on the bed. As soon as I was comfortable she removed my makeup and started with the treatment. The facial consisted of Vacuum Suction, divided into three parts, focusing on different areas of my face and neck, stimulating and toning my face, with different suction attachments for the different stages. It had a tingly sensation and wasn't painful at all. The therapist explained that it was plumping my skin as well as improving blood circulation. One of my main concerns was reducing acne scarring on my face. The therapist looked at it and told me that this could be achieved with a few more treatments and I would see visible results. The treatment took about 25 minutes. My skin felt glorious afterwards. I was handed a mirror afterwards and I was very impressed with what I saw - and felt. My skin was radiant and glowing and felt so smooth. It felt like my face had been to a spa.

My overall experience with Chrysalis was absolutely wonderful. I was handed a business card for the salon in Hyde Park. I would definitely like to go in for additional treatments - but the price is a bit too high. But in my opinion, it's extremely worth it, based on the results.

Thank you Beauty Bulletin and Chrysalis for giving me this wonderful opportunity to try this great facial treatment.

I've written a full review in the Beauty Diaries - please go read it if you're interested in the Chrysalis Global Facial treatment. :)
http://www.beautybulletin.com/beauty-diaries/chrysalis-global-facial-my-cheekbones-loved-it

Sunday morning. Gallagher Estate 10am . Beauty Pro Expo.

I was one of the fortunate ones to win a facial with Chrysalis a new spa opening in October in Hyde Park .

Completely non invasive Antiaging therapy utilizing deep pressure and suction to stimulate and rejuvenate ones skin.

Annelie explained the procedure and then proceeded to cleanse the skin prior to application of the device.

The pressure used can be adjusted as well as the applicator size. Having had previous bad experiences with lasers, I was slightly anxious.

Annelie talked me through what she was doing and confirmed pressure was comfortable. She was reassuring.

The facial itself was deeply relaxing. The suction was not invasive and was meant to stimulate fibroblasts increasing collagen production ( and most effective when repeated at regular intervals ) .

Attention was paid to my under eye shadows and frown lines with a smaller nozzle used around lip and mouth area. A gentle pulling tugging sensation is all that I felt.

A short while later, I found myself looking at a more refreshed me. The shadows appeared lighter with the hollows seeming to have been partially filled. Overall the skin and me appeared fresher and rejuvenated. There was a new volume to my face as if having been plumped up,

I would definitely recommend this if you're short on time and exhaustion showing on your face. Half an hour to a more relaxed youthful you. No needles or pain involved.

Thank you beauty bulletin for this 5 star experience that was so much needed. A free facial, yipeeee. The venue was a bit far and on a Monday, was a bit hectic but, I had a great time and learnt sooo much about Chyrsalis products. A french brand making its name on our shores.

I arrived at the venue, the glamorous Gallagher estate and was greeted warmly by the ladies at the Chyrsalis stand. Somehow they know why I was there :-)

Anyway, I was headed off to my anti-ageing, revitalising facial which started with a cleaning first and then the famous facial machine. I loved the smell of the products that were applied to my skin and the consultant explained that the use of the products together with the machine enhances effectiveness in not only smoothing out and refining wrinkles but improving skin appearance, texture and look as well.

They applied some kind of serum on to my skin which is contains all natural ingredients and promotes skin elasticity, hence the smoothing out of wrinkles.

Anyway, at this point, I must admit I am very sceptical to use just any kind of device on my skin and I have only ever used the Aannique dermalift but wow, this machine is sooo incredible. At first, I found a slight tingly, sensitive reaction which eventually calmed down. Maybe my skin was just caught off guard?

True that it does work like some kind of skin vacuum that literally sucks up toxins and all nasty things that cause wrinkles and damage to skin. So, I lay there for a good couple of minutes, eyes closed and just let the machine do its thing, sucking up wrinkles, fine lines and imperfections. I also think that the treatment was super relaxing I had to stop from dozing off :-) Incredible!


When the treatment was done I inspected my face and the fines lines really did appear improved and reduced. My skin also had a lovely and healthy glow, how nice?
It was like someone had removed the wrinkles and added layers of new skin; ok maybe im exaggerating but the experience was incredible and I cannot wait for the salon to open here in JHB. Consider me soon to be a regular!!!

The good:
I was selected for Global Facial treatment at the Chrysalis stand at Gallagher on Sunday 31 August 2014. And honestly, the laser worked for me! I do indeed love a facial – this was not what I’m used to basically a machine really does the work. It took 25 minutes of the beautician (lovely French lady) and the machine pulling, vacuuming and sucking up the fine lines and wrinkles – and nope it doesn’t hurt – just weird sensations of the machine. I did indeed pray ( a lot) that there would actually be some sort of improvement. Yes, the wrinkles and fine lines are not completely all gone, but I look lighter and have a healthier glow in general.
The bad:
Umm not what I had envisioned– lying on a bed in the stand at a beauty fair for all to see – but I closed my eyes – and its turned out not so bad ?

The verdict:
It was effective for me ….. I was initially very red and overly glowing – the creams /oils they use smelt great and I really hope this fresh look lasts a while.

I arrived at the Expo and easily found the stand where Chrysalis was. The ladies were very friendly and I was asked if I would mind being videoed and give a comment afterwards - of course I agreed with not a little trepidation.
The facial was 'different' and very enjoyable as it was relatively a 'no mess' facial. The products smelt divine and the consultant had very experienced hands.
It consistes of a 'sucking motion' almost like a mini vacuum cleaner all over your face. Divided into 3 sections.
My face was very red afterwards but so smooth and definitely firmer - especially my neck I can still feel the results 2 days later.
I have a business card and will try to make it to Hyde Park when they officially open. Their prices seem to tie in with facials I have had in the past. I was told that they will be selling the machine and training consultants as well. Hopefully in Jhb South in the near future.
My only dissapointment was that I was told : "You have been chosen to enjoy two Chrysalis Global Facial treatments on Sunday 31st August at 1pm at the Gallaghar Convention Centre.
Your pampering, anti-aging treatment will take approximately 45 minutes, please arrive 15 minutes prior to your appointment time to settle in." - this was not the case. There was only one facial. and the facial lasted 15 minutes and that was it ! But I still enjoyed it, just travelling 50 km for 15 minutes was a little disappointing.
Thank you to Beauty Bulletin for giving me the opportunity. This was definitely a do again facial - only hope next time that it lasts the 45 minutes.