Story | Leslie Yip Boucher-Harris
Do you want to have radiant skin?
The answer is probably “yes,” but what exactly is skin radiance?
Recalling high-school science class, light reflects best on surfaces that are smooth, even, taut and light-coloured. In other words, we want to avoid “light traps”. On our skin, light traps can mean dry and rough patches, large pores, fine lines, wrinkles, sagginess and discolourations.
We have been in pursuit of skin radiance since antiquity, when queens bathed in milk and empresses dabbed on pearl powder. Today, Guerlain has created a new ritual of a prodigious aura of youth with extracts from a rare white orchid originating in the Himalayas. This new luxurious duo of a serum and a cream helps to amplify ten signs of youth and revive six factors of light.
Endemic to the mountainous regions of the Himalayas, the Gold Nobile orchid is distinctive for its pure white petals and radiant yellow centre. It is one of the 50 fundamental plants used in traditional Chinese medicine for its healing qualities, and is particularly valued for its moisturizing and toning properties, as well as its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial prowess.
This remarkable life energy is a result of its origin in a high-altitude environment. Being closer to the sun, the Gold Nobile orchid developed extraordinary photosynthesis capacities. While other plants carry out simple photosynthesis, it combines several photosynthesis mechanisms that evolve according to its environment and water conditions. This exceptional vitality also brings about a special radiance—it diffuses 68 per cent more intense light than other white orchids.
Guerlain’s research concentrated 27 fundamental molecules from a rare white orchid called Gold Nobile that can restore aged cell so our skin can show a level of radiance that is approaching that of a youthful cell.
Extracts from the flower buds’ cells are then combined with a trio of active ingredients. A brightening peptide prevents the breakdown and accumulation of proteins that can cause skin dullness. Another peptide delivers a “Botoxlike” effect by reducing micro-contractions in expression lines, leaving the face looking rested, smooth and toned. Vitamin C is also included to act on several skin pigmentation levels and for its anti-aging effect.
The structure of cellular DNA is protected to limit the onset of senescence. Cellular metabolism is boosted, stimulating collagen and increasing luminosity. Light traps such as melanin and glycated proteins are minimized, visibly reducing blemishes and smoothing out the complexion.
Now, everyone can take an elevated approach to their skincare routine with the new Orchidee Imperiale Gold Nobile serum and cream duo.
The radiance ritual begins with the serum, which contains 95 per cent natural ingredients. Infused with white micro-pearls and 24-carat gold particles, this powerful light diffuser feels light and airy, yet velvety and creamy when applied. With no less than five humectants and shea butter, it glides effortlessly over the skin for long-lasting comfort and effect. Day after day, the skin regains its qualities of perfection: skin texture is refined, pigmentation spots are reduced and the complexion becomes brighter and more transparent.
The Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile Serum is housed in a precious glass vial, which nests inside a refillable brushed aluminum dispenser. Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile serum, The Refill 30ml | $800; Pump Bottle 30ml | $940
Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile serum, The Refill 30ml | $800；Pump Bottle 30ml | $940
Next, apply the Orchidee Imperiale Gold Nobile Cream. The highly concentrated yet 94-per-cent natural formula is enriched with a “ceramidelike” emollient combined with a high concentration of squalane, plus four humectants to promote hydration. It is also enriched with a precious complex of 24-carat gold particles and a duo of multi-reflective mother-of-pearl that instantly fuses with the skin, multiplying the diffusion of light without adding excessive shine. The result is a golden texture with a transparent, luminous finish.
The Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile Cream is reminiscent of a perfectly rounded pebble. (The cream is refillable and with the jar crafted from 40% recycled glass.) Only its sleek brushed aluminum cap needs to be kept. Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile cream, 50ml | $940; 50ml refill | $800
Orchidée Impériale Gold Nobile cream, 50ml | $940; 50ml refill | $800
The cream comes with a white jade gua sha tool. Using a four-step massage technique developed by Guerlain’s expert spa facialists, skin features look smoother, tension is removed and the face regains its radiance. Day after day, the skin is transformed, glowing with an aura of gold and light.
By combining the power of the Gold Nobile orchid with an ultra-sensorial texture, the Orchidee Imperiale Gold Nobile duo targets key youth processes, such as firmness, density, structure and evenness, to transform our skin into a perfect canvas for radiance.
If you said “yes” to skin radiance at the beginning of our story, we are presenting an exclusive opportunity for you to experience this remarkable ritual. eliteGen’s editor-in-chief, Leslie Yip Boucher-Harris will be hosting a series of very exclusive in-person masterclasses with Guerlain at Holt Renfrew. The Vancouver classes will be held at Holt Renfrew Vancouver (737 Dunsmuir St, Vancouver, BC V7Y 1E4 ) on Feb 16 (Friday) and the Toronto classes will be held at Holt Renfrew on Bloor (50 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M4W 1A1) on March 7.
There will be three sessions each day: 11 am, 2 pm and 4:30 pm. Only eight places are available for each session.
Each participant will receive a set of deluxe minis of the Orchidée Imperiale Gold Nobile Serum, the Orchidée Imperiale Gold Nobile Cream and the Parure Gold 24K Makeup Primer. Special gifts with purchase will also be available only on those days.
eliteGen Insider Club members will gain priority access to the seats. If you haven’t signed up already, you can do so on the homepage of eliteGen.ca. Please click here and choose your city and preferred time. Only 8 seats are available for each session. First come first served.
Don’t miss out on this extraordinary journey of radiance. See you at the masterclass!
