Start the 2006 off right. Make a resolution to take better care of yourself. Take some time out to recharge and rejuvenate yourself and begin your transformation by trying a new service at La Pomponnee.

We'll even help you along one step further by offering a 20% discount on any service you've never tried at La Pomponnee before. Book your regular visit and add on a new service...present this newsletter upon checking out and we'll take 20% off the new service! Staff members also have savings certificates to hand out...so get busy on the "New You" resolution. This offer ends 2/28/2006.

Aveda Smoothing Fluid- This creamy styling lotion adds needed moisture to dry fly-away winter hair and helps eliminate static.

Aveda Intensive Moisture Masque- An oil free moisture-rich masque that helps soothe and rehydrate dry skin.

Aveda Comforting Tea- Licorice and camomile flavor this warming tea...perfect by the fire on a cold snowy day. We also have complimentary samples in our reception area.

Question: I am a brunette. How can I get highlights that are not brassy?

Answer: It's a brunette's worst fear. All dark hair has orange tones when lightened. Our stylists are using a great technique to battle the brass. They lift the natural color light enough so orange tones are eliminated, and then apply a demi-permanent color gloss to tone the streaks to the perfect shade desired. Shades of Caramel or Toffee compliment natural brown best...and now you can have them, minus the brass!

Question: I normally have oily skin and use the Aveda Purifying gel cleanser that works for oily skin. But right now, my skin is getting patchy and dry due to the heat in my home. If I use something for dry skin, I'm afraid I'll break out! What should I be using on my skin now?

Answer: We all go through period of change with our skin. What works in the warmer months may not be as effective during the drier cooler months. A perfect solution without compromising clear skin is to use a bit of Purifying Creme Cleanser mixed right in with the Purifying Gel cleanser...just for the winter months.

Remember the weather outside is "frightful"! And we're not just talking snow!There are still damaging sun rays during the winter months. Please, don't forget to protect during the days. Every skin type should be protecting ...every day. Believe it or not, oily skin needs protection from the elements as well. If you worry about moisturizers on oily skin, try the Tourmaline Protecting Lotion. It has and SPF of 15 and is light as a feather. Even Oprah loves Aveda's Tourmaline!