When the school year starts, moms often go from “summer chaos” to “school year hustle” overnight. Between drop-offs, sports practices, and making sure homework gets done, self-care can easily fall to the bottom of the to-do list. But here’s the truth—you deserve a moment (or three) to focus on yourself. And taking care of your skin doesn’t have to be a big production.
At Ooh La La Spa Anti-Aging & Wellness in Glen Carbon, we believe that when you feel good in your skin, you bring your best self to your family, your work, and your life. So let’s turn this season of routine and structure into a chance to refresh you.
Start Your Morning with a Simple, Powerful Routine
Forget the 12-step process—you don’t have time for that. Aim for these basics:
- Cleanser and Moisturizer – A gentle, hydrating cleanser and a moisturizer focused on protecting your skin’s barrier health. We’re obsessed with the Colorescience Barrier ProCleanser and Moisturizer!
- Growth Factors – For reversing the signs of aging and improving skin sagging. We recommend SkinMedica TNS Advanced + Serum to ALL of our patients.
- SPF – A daily physical sunscreen is a non-negotiable, even if you’re just running errands. Colorescience SPF products are the absolute best on the market.
Ooh La La Tip: Keep your morning products together in a cute basket on your bathroom counter so they’re ready to go.
Embrace Treatments That Work While You Relax
Sometimes, your skin needs more than at-home care—and that’s where we come in. A few well-chosen professional treatments can give you results that last long after the kids’ lunch boxes are packed.
Here are some of our patients’ favorites:
- Wrinkle Relaxers (Botox, Daxxify or Dysport) – Soften fine lines and wrinkles for months at a time, so you can look refreshed even when your schedule is packed.
- DiamondGlow Facial – Exfoliate, extract, and infuse your skin with nourishing serums for instant radiance.
- BBL (BroadBand Light) Treatments – Fade sun damage, redness, and pigmentation from summer in just a few sessions.
- HALO Laser – Smooth texture, minimize pores, and boost collagen for a youthful glow.
- Chemical Peels – Reveal brighter, smoother skin with minimal downtime.
Think of it as outsourcing your skincare “homework”—we’ll handle the heavy lifting while you enjoy a little peace and quiet.
Nighttime is Your Skin’s Study Hall
Your skin does its best repair work while you sleep. Maximize that time with:
- SkinMedica Retinol complex to aid your skin’s cell-turnover boosters (ask our experts which strength is right for you)
- A silk pillowcase to reduce friction and help keep skin smooth
- Always use your Barrier Pro Cleanser/Moisturizer and TNS Advanced + at night as well!
Schedule a Little “Extra Credit” for Yourself
The kids have after-school activities—why not schedule some of your own? Whether it’s a monthly treatment like a chemical peel or DiamondGlow or a quarterly wrinkle relaxer treatment or Secret RF microneedling session, making it a regular event will help you stay consistent and see lasting results.
Our Path Membership makes it easier than ever to make monthly payments toward the treatments and products you love while earning discounts and rewards along the way!
Your Skincare Should Work as Hard as You Do
This school year, give yourself permission to be more than “just mom.” By taking a few minutes each day (and maybe an hour here and there with us), you can keep your skin glowing and your confidence high.
📅 Ready to put yourself back on the schedule? Call Ooh La La Spa to book your treatment today. (618) 288-9117 or request a call at kristenjacobs.com/contact.
