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That "in the blacksmith's house, wooden knife," does not go with

Paz Torralba

(Cuenca, 1974).

She is the founder and CEO of The Beauty Concept beauty centers in Madrid

,

which began with a salon on Calle Chile in 2005 and today there are three, as well as

a

hairdresser

and a beauty boutique.

Anything else?

Well yes, this company from Cuenca is also the banner under which

the

Mandarin Oriental Ritz spa

is presented after its renovation and reopening in 2021.

Many celebrities pass through The Beauty Concept to take care of their skin and hair, including

Eugenia Silvia, Andrea Duro, Sandra Barneda, Belén Rueda, Marta Torné

or

Juan Betancourt,

and it makes sense, because in these spaces they offer

beauty services, nutrition and capillary beauty

with scientific guarantees and the clear objective of optimizing

health and well-being.

We said that Paz Torralba is not one of those of "at the blacksmith's house, wooden knife" because, despite the fact that her level of work, and more since she got fully involved in the management of the Ritz spa is "nonsense" As she told YO DONA in an interview some time ago, she is capable

of organizing her time,

"I never come home tired, I find the time to go out and have a beer."

And to take care of yourself, and a lot, according to

her beauty and well-being tips,

which she shares in these lines, because there is no way to learn from those who live in constant contact with

the experts on antiaging

and skin and hair care.

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Skin care, by Paz Torralba: the basics

Torralba's best beauty secrets derive from the care she dedicates to herself.

Therefore, if we talk about facial routines, it doesn't hurt to take note of hers.

Cleaning, better double.

"My morning ritual is to start with

a

deep double cleansing, always with a

milk-textured

cleanser to get a more effective removal of impurities. I don't skip

the toner

because it rebalances the skin's functions, completes the cleansing of the skin, refreshes it and It vivifies it. I always alternate the

Cellcosmet toner and the P50V, from Biologique Recherche,

which perform a controlled

biological mini-peeling

that optimizes the absorption of

the active complexes."

The serums, a basic.

"I use several serums that I combine with each other to provide

trace elements, vitamins, pure collagen

and other beneficial active ingredients to the skin. You already know that the serum is where there are more active ingredients and also the skin needs

more than one ingredient

, which is why I like to combine At night, in addition to cleansing and toning, I like to provide more nourishment to the skin with

a more powerful serum."

The eye contour, an essential.

"The contour area is up to four or five times thinner than the rest of the face and that is why we need products with a low molecular weight so that the product penetrates and acts in depth."

Creams, a matter of taste... and of seasons.

"For me, I particularly like

light textures

for the day, although in winter, at night, I do tend to apply more creamy products because they deeply hydrate and protect from low temperatures. In summer, however, I use creams that are

more light

to prevent excess sweating, or after the serum a final fluid if I'm on the beach and thus the skin is perfectly protected".

Sun protection, non-negotiable.

"I like to choose very carefully what type of protection to apply so that

it respects the skin treatment process

and is not too much product. In winter, if the final cream incorporates this protection, perfect; in summer, to expose myself directly, I choose very well what protection and always one for the face and one for the body, differentiated".

Some extra antiaging care for the face.

"Once a week I

peel

and apply

a mask.

Peeling helps the skin to renew itself -because after 35 it does so more slowly- and helps subsequent products to penetrate better."

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Some extra beauty trick

In addition to her complete routine, Paz Torralba adds some extra beauty trick that works for her, such as:

For skin cleansing...

"I always use

a towel

exclusively for the face, for nothing else."

Conservation of cosmetics.

"I keep the

products in the fridge

because they enhance their effectiveness, especially

around the eyes, masks and fluids."

Once a week...

"I give myself

a bath in salt

because it purifies a lot and I never skip that gift."

Intermittent fasting.

"I do a targeted intermittent fasting at certain times of the year, I've gotten used to it. There are several benefits that are obtained and

I also feel more charged with energy."

And...

"As soon as I get up, I drink

lukewarm water with lemon and ginger."

Also:

"I am passionate about integrative medicine, I take

different supplements,

all from brands with medical studies and solutions that the body really assimilates, such as hyaluronic acid, collagen, omega 3, and a Cellulite formula (all from Luxmetique), because I really get results. Also, turmeric, zinc, magnesium, vitamin C.... I stay very active and play sports regularly."

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aesthetic treatments that work

As the owner of several centers, some of the most cutting-edge aesthetic treatments could not be missing from Paz Torralba's beauty essentials.

"In the cabin I am very demanding and I always think that there are no expensive but effective treatments. I highly value

good hands

to work on the face and body. I think it is essential that we know how to combine

manual techniques

that help oxygenate, activate circulation and recover volumes , with

very innovative but very safe equipment

and approved by experts and with FDA certification".

She, in her 'meats', tests and approves the following,

Ultherapy's non-surgical facelift.

"Once a year I undergo Ultherapy, an important technology to achieve a

facelift result without surgery.

It is another level of treatment, really effective and with cumulative results year after year. In addition, it is the safest treatment on the market for having an ultrasound machine and power where the doctor is acting throughout the process, so we achieve safety and results".

oxygen to the skin

"I also really like

JetPeel,

an oxygen shower that achieves a polished effect and brings wonderful luminosity to the face, neck and décolleté. Also, Remodeling Face, by Biologique Recherche, a facial that uses the bioelectrotherapy technique

for

personalized treatments, achieving an immediate

lifting effect

and

Accent Prime radiofrequency".

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And for dessert... hair care and food

The secrets to having good hair could not be missing from the menu of a beauty expert.

"I take care of my hair like skin,

a

peeling

to eliminate residues on the scalp twice a month and a

deep hydration

treatment that I also combine every two to three weeks. In addition, I use professional products for washing at home", says Paz Torralba.

To finish off, some

eating tips:

"I like to eat well, I enjoy it, but with a head. I like grilled food, not flour or batter,

lots of vegetables

in all its versions, always whole fruit, and green smoothies to purify it organism Drink at least two liters of water a day".

Any 'guilty pleasure'?

"On the weekend

I enjoy the aperitif,

I love it!"

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