How to take care of skin and hair: the best kept secrets of dermatologist Ricardo Ruiz, one of the best in Spain
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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