A Tradition of Beauty…the Source for Spa

borghese A Tradition of Beauty…the Source for Spa Product Knowledge Manual – Spring 2011

A Tradition of Beauty… Borghese has combined the tradition of classic Italian beauty and modern sensibility to create a collection of treatment products of unparalleled effectiveness and quality that celebrate the unique beauty in every woman. The Borghese of today is both active and interactive. We are actively pioneering new product technologies while we are responsive to a woman's beauty needs and wants. You want superior anti-aging skincare, daily skin maintenance and self-renewal spa care - we are committed to bringing this to you! Built on a heritage that dates back to the 14th century when people first sought the healing waters of the Tuscan Earth, Borghese was the first to respect the synergy between health and nature, luxury and science. With our exclusive Acqua di Vita Living Water Complex, sourced from the famed thermal springs, we developed nourishing re-energizing skincare therapies far ahead of the market surge in organic treatments...and we continue to take a leadership position in introducing new anti-aging, proactive ingredients into our newest treatment stars - formulations that are again, influencing skincare products market-wide. Our innovative products combine time honored botanicals and cutting edge technology to gently, yet effectively address your individual beauty concerns. We believe beauty is not bound by age. We believe that innovation should fuse the traditional and the avantguarde. Most importantly, we believe every woman has a secret beauty waiting to be revealed and we want to help her discover it. Welcome to the beauty of Borghese!

Acqua di Vita Complex Acqua di Vita Complex is the core component of Borghese treatment. This patented mineral water complex nourishes skin, revitalizing and conditioning. The Key ingredients in Acqua di Vita Complex are: • Sodium • Potassium • Magnesium • Calcium • Chloride • Bromide • Iodide • Sulfate • Carbonate Acqua di Vita Complex nourishes and hydrates skin while helping to regulate oil. Irritated skin is soothed and moisture restored. Magnesium and Calcium regulate oil and disinfect. Potassium promotes increased circulation and minimizes the appearance of dark under eye circles. The natural energizers contained within Acqua di Vita Complex help oxygenate skin, assisting in energy transfer and cell metabolism. Acqua di Vita Complex attracts and binds water to the skin maintaining a healthy moisture balance. Skin is left soft and supple. Makeup goes on more smoothly with increased wear.

Face CLEANSERS / Exfoliators / Toners - CremaSaponetta – EsfolianteDelicato – EffettoImmediato -

CremaSaponetta Cleansing Cream A gentle, water-activated lathering cleanser that quickly dissolves surface debris and brings skin to a balanced state. Leaves skin feeling healthy, refreshed and renewed. What it does Deeply cleanses pores, eliminates makeup and impurities as it lathers. Prevent irritation and provide a variety of soothing and anti-inflammatory functions. Stimulate skin and improve its tone without drying. How to Use Massage a dime size amount of cleanser onto face and throat, avoiding eye area; rinse off with water. Use morning and evening. Follow with your favorite moisturizer. Great for Shaving! Versatile enough to be used to shave face or legs.

EsfolianteDelicato (pronounced Ess-foe-lee-ahn-tay Dell-i-cah-toe) Gentle Cleanser & Exfoliator A gentle face cleanser and exfoliator in one that offers new vitality and freshness to your skin. Buffs away flaking skin cells and dullness while speeding up cell turnover. Great for all skin types. What it does Jojoba Esters - Eliminate dead skin cells, unclog pores and re-texturize skin. Acqua di Vita Complex –Fragrance-free and gentle. How to Use Massage on damp skin with upward and outward motions, avoiding the eye area. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Use morning or evening.

EffettoImmediato (Pronounced Eff-EH-Toe I-mee-dee-ah-toe) SPA soothing tonic For Sensitive skin A non-irritating, alcohol-free, fragrance-free toner that helps to hydrate, condition and re-balance skin, leaving it healthy and glowing. What it does Gently calms, cools and freshens even the most delicate and dry skin. Fine spray mistsetsmakeup for allskintypes. Sage, Calendula and Butcher's Broom - Soothing and purifying botanicals. Acqua di Vita Complex boosts skin clarity , reversing visible signs of aging. How to Use Mist face and throat starting from top of forehead and working downward, keeping eyes closed. Use morning and evening after cleansing. Follow with CuraForte Moisture Intensifier and Borghese moisturizer. Use to set makeup and re-hydrate skin throughout the day.

Moisturizers / Special Care - Curaforte Moisture – Equilibrio – Energia – Cura-C – Dolce Notte -

Cura Forte (Pronounced Kyoo-rah FOR-tay) Moisture Intensifier A lightweight formula that intensifies and maximizes the skin's capacity to hold moisture by 200%. It softens and lifts dull surface cells allowing the benefits of moisturizers to penetrate easily and perform at their optimum. Surface fine lines and wrinkles decrease up to 70% within 11 days. What it does Liquid Crystal Molecules combined with Acqua di Vita Complex floods the skin with moisture, minimizing fine lines. Stimulate, soothe and improve skin tone and clarity. How to Use Apply to cleansed and toned skin. Massage onto face, throat and around eye area with fingertips. Use morning and evening. Follow with application of your favorite Borghese moisturizer.

Equilibrio Equalizing Restorative A lightweight, oil-free moisturizer which restores the moisture balance of your skin while controlling shine. Non-comedogenic, Equilibrio normalizes skin, hydrating where necessary, leaving skin with a velvety, matte complexion. What it does Witch Hazel, Rosemary and White Birch - Special blotting agents capture excess oil. Acqua di Vita Complex hydrates dry areas, leaving skin comfortably balanced. How to Use Smooth over face and throat after cleansing. Use morning and evening as needed over Curaforte Moisture Intensifier.

Energia Firming wrinkle cream A revitalizing firming complex that improvesskin elasticity, resiliency and comfort. Signs of aging are alleviated with this technologically-advanced, triple-action time-fighting treatment. What it does Ceramide2 - Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles as it corrects and hydrates skin. Vitamins A, C and E - Powerful anti-oxidants help correct damaged skin and reduce the visible signs of aging. Exfoliate dead skin cells. Acqua di Vita Complex soothes skin and restores moisture balance. How to Use Smooth over cleansed face and throat. Apply directly onto skin or over CuraForte Moisture Intensifier. Use every morning and evening. Use of a sunscreen is recommended when going outdoors.

Cura-C Anhydrous Vitamin c face treatment Give your face a dose of Vitamin C with our intensive, specially targeted treatment that delivers an anhydrous (water-free), stable form of Vitamin C. An advanced, corrective, firming creme-gel specifically designed to help counteract harmful environmental factors that prematurely age skin. Improves the texture and tone of facial skin, leaving complexions healthy, hydrated and more vibrant. What it does Vitamin C - A powerful anti-oxidant, helps correct damaged skin and reduces the visible signs of aging. Imparts high levels of moisture to firm the skin. A healthy, radiant, tone and texture is revealed. How to Use Apply morning or night to clean skin.

Dolce Notte(Pronounced dole-chay no-tay) Re-Energizing Night Cream While you sleep, return Normal-Dry or Very Dry skin to a comfortable, balanced and healthy state. This rich nighttime treatment encourages cell turnover, sweeping away dullness and impurities while revealing radiant skin. Non pore-clogging, good for sensitive skin. What it does Vitamin A - Corrects dryness and dehydration. Mallow and Comfrey - Natural botanicals that calm and comfort skin, promote cell growth. Acqua di Vita Complex sweeps away dullness and impurities with patented MPG compound, a gentle alpha-hydroxy derivative. How to Use Use every evening avoiding eye area. Apply over CuraForte Moisture Intensifier for extra hydration.

Fango Mud Masks - Face & Body – Delicato – Brilliante – Ristorataivo -

Fango Active Mud Face & Body Our exclusive mineral-enriched mud mask is sourced from Tuscany's volcanic hills. It energizes and nourishes skin cells on the face and body. Special absorbing action unclogs pores, eliminates dead skin cells and detoxifies impurities. Skin feels comfortably hydrated, firmer and invigorated. What it does Italian Mud - Provides mineral nourishment and special absorbing action which rids skin of impurities. Acqua di Vita Complex revitalizes skin, reducing the signs of aging. Natural botanicals that stimulate and improve skin tone. Avocado and Sweet Almond Oils - Moisturize and soften skin. How to Use Apply generously (about one quarter inch thick) to clean skin (face, neck and/or body). Avoid lip and eye area. Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly using sponge or washcloth. Available in 520ml & 207ml sizes

Fangodelicato Active mud for delicate, dry skin Skin soothing Italian mud that is gentle enough to make even the driest skin feel comfortable and pampered. The exclusive cocktail of moisturizing, calming and protective ingredients is "molto delicioso"! How to Use Apply generously (about one quarter inch thick) to clean skin (face, neck and/or body). Avoid lip and eye area. Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly using sponge or washcloth. What it does Italian Mud - Hydrates and firms dry, delicate skin. Acqua di Vita Complex soothes and restores skin’s moisture balance. Aloe Vera Gel, Oat Protein and Mango Butter - Repairs dry skin, promoting hydration and diminishing fine lines. Chamomile, Green Tea Extracts and Olive Oil - Calms skin, restoring suppleness and vigor. Vitamin E and Safflower Oil - Protect skin from the environment and help restore suppleness. Available in 520ml & 207ml sizes

Fangobrilliante Brightening mud mask for face & Body Natural vitamins and mineral-rich extracts even out skin tone, gently soothing and refining, helping to remove dead skin cells and erase the effects of environmental debris. A blend of Vitamin A and Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract works to leave skin brighter and more radiant. What it does Italian Mud - full of natural vitamins and mineral-rich extracts that even out skin tone and help remove dead skin cells and erase the effects of environmental debris. Acqua di Vita Complex rehydrates and nourishes skin, revealing clearer, younger looking skin. VitaminA & Citrus Unishiu Peel Extract - for a brighter, more radiant complexion. How to Use Apply generously (about one quarter inch thick) to clean skin (face, neck and/or body). Avoid lip and eye area. Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes. Rinse off thoroughly using sponge or washcloth. Available in 520ml & 207ml sizes

FangoRistorativo Restorative hydrating mud for face & Body A multi-purpose mask that helps nourish and replenish skin with vital marine nutrients and Borghese’s signature Acqua di Vita® Complex. It helps protect against environmental damage while soothing stressed or dehydrated skin with a cooling sensation. Reduces redness as well as inflammation and irritation of the skin. Concentrated minerals and micronutrients replenish and re-mineralize dull, depleted skin. Softens, smoothes and enhances elasticity of the skin for a younger, healthier, more luminous complexion. What it does Helps protect against environmental damage, reduces redness and fights against inflammation of the skin. Acqua di Vita® Complex - to hydrate and energizeskin Tahitian Sea Water - to nourish and replenish the skin with vital marine nutrients Murumuru Butter - to soften and smooth the skin while enhancing elasticity Kaolin - to clear and purify pores How to Use Apply a thick layer to cleansed face and body. Avoid eyes and mouth. Leave on for 5 – 10 minutes. Wet a sponge or washcloth or rinse with lukewarm water. Use at least once a week or as needed. Available in 520ml & 207ml sizes

Eye Treatments - Gel Delicato – FluidoProtettivo -

Gel Delicato Gentle eye make-up remover The first step in the cleansing process, Gel Delicato is a lightweight, oil-free makeup remover gel. Powerful enough to dissolve mascara and lipstick, yet gentle enough to be extremely protective of the fragile eye and lip area. Dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested. Suitable for contact lens wearers and sensitive eyes. What it does Lavender and Comfrey - Natural botanicals that condition skin around the eyes and lashes. Acqua di Vita Complex restores moisture balance to skin cells. Oil-free, fragrance-free and non-irritating. How to Use Moisten a cottonpad. Gently sweep over face, eyes and lips. Remove with water or tissue. Follow with your favorite Borghese cleanser and toner.

FluidoProtettivo Advanced spa lift for eyes The eyes are the first area to reflect the ravages of aging and fatigue. They need special attention and care. This lightweight, fast absorbing moisture lotion is perfect for the delicate eye area. It has a protective, triple-action anti-oxidation and moisturizing shield system to fight environmental aggressors. Dark circles and puffiness diminish as do fine lines and wrinkles. Dermatologist and ophthalmologist tested. Suitable for contact lens wearers and sensitive skin. What it does Triple-action Anti-oxidant Defense System 1. Grape Seed Extract shields against dehydration. 2. Vitamins E protects against environmental aging. 3. Superoxide Dismutase neutralizes free radicals. MPG - A gentle alternative to AHA's that re-surfaces skin and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. Acqua di Vita Complex, Sodium Hylauranate and Fomblin – a triple action, moisturizing maintenance system. How to Use Pat gently over brow bone and under eye. Use morning and evening.

Body cleansers - Bagno di Vita – Dolce Luminosita Toscana – SaliEsfoliante -

Bagno di vita Gentle foaming gel for bath & shower A fresh, revitalizing, foaming bath and shower gel. Gently frees deep-down impurities while moisturizing skin. What it does Comfrey, Matricaria and Thyme Extracts - Purify and hydrate skin. Hazel, Sweet Almond, and Olive Oils - Offer an aromatherapeutic bathing experience. Acqua di Vita Complex provides intense hydration. How to Use Use daily in shower or bath. Apply all over body with hands, sponge, or washcloth. Special treatment: Pour under tap to create a rich foaming bubble bath to de-stress and relax.

Dolce Luminosita Tuscan Sugar Glow Satiate your sweet cravings with the natural exfoliants in our brown sugar scrub. A truly luxurious blend of the finest botanical oils and nature's exfoliants - brown sugar, sea and mineral salts. Reveal smooth, radiant and refreshed skin. What it does Brown Sugar Crystals - Natural, gentle exfoliators. Olive, Avocado and Grape Seed Oils - Restorative skin conditioners. Sea Salt and Mineral Salts - Exfoliants. Jojoba Seed Oil and Vitamin E - Therapeutic skin hydrators. How to Use Apply to wet skin. Gently massage to exfoliate skin. Can be used daily in the shower or bath. Great pre-self-tanning treatment.

Saliesfoliante Salt Scrub This creamy salt scrub exfoliates and moisturizes with botanical extracts and minerals from Tuscany while helping to purify and brighten skin. The mixture of gentle exfoliation with natural oils leaves skin feeling smooth, soft and supple. What it does Olive and Grape Seed Oils - Leave skin conditioned and revitalized. Avocado, Mango and Shea Butters - Moisturize and soothe skin. Sea Salt and Pumice - Sloughs off flaky skin, revealing a healthy glow. How to Use Generously apply to wet skin. Lightly massage using circular motions and shower off. Great pre-self tanning treatment.

Body moisturizers - Tono Lotion – Tono Cream – Spa Mani Gloves -

Tono body crème An extra-rich treatment creme that locks in hydration with moisture intensifying molecules. The body is veiled in invisible moisture, which becomes obvious in both the appearance and texture of the skin. Firms and smoothes skin tone. What it does Fennel, Witch Hazel, Matricaria, Horse Chestnut and Ivy Extracts - Hydrate skin and improve tone and texture. Acqua di Vita Complex restores all-over moisture balance. Rosemary and Lavender Extracts - Treat the senses to aromatherapy. How to Use Smooth over entire body daily after bath or shower or whenever skin feels dry. Concentrate on driest areas, like the elbows, knees and feet.

Tono body lotion A lightweight, quick penetrating body treatment that helps restore moisture balance to parched skin. Forms an invisible veil of moisture revealing healthy skin. What it does Fennel, Witch Hazel, Matricaria, Horse Chestnut and Ivy Extracts - Hydrate skin and improve tone and texture. Acqua di Vita Complex restores all-over moisture balance. Lavender and Rosemary Extracts - Treat the senses to aromatherapy. How to Use Smooth over entire body daily after bath or shower or whenever skin feels dry. Concentrate on driest areas, like the elbows, knees and feet.

Spa mani Moisture restoring gloves After just one use, our special treatment hydrating gloves deliver intensive moisture to vulnerable hands. Dehydrated skin is instantly relieved and looks significantly smoother and younger. We added restorative properties to this patented polymer liner (originally developed for medical use). What it does Essential Fatty Acids - Essential moisturizing and strengthening components that promote healthy skin function. Ceramide 3 - Nature's skin firmer, improves skin's natural barrier functions. Grape Seed, Jojoba and Olive Oils - Release intensive moisturizers and conditioners when in contact with skin. How to Use Use daily or 3-5 times per week: Put gloves onto clean, dry hands or with Splendide Mani Hand Creme. Wear for 20-30 minutes. Intensive Therapy: Put gloves onto clean, dry hands and wear overnight. Launder when necessary in warm, soapy water.

A Tradition of Beauty…the Source for Spa