Gua sha ritual tutorial
BORÉAL
The power of nature is revealed
A range of high-performance skincare inspired by the quiet strength of the boreal forest.
Created with active ingredients from the boreal forest, the Strøm Nordic Spa skincare line has been developed in a global perspective of well-being and beauty. Awakening the senses and providing tangible benefits, BORÉAL skincare products have been designed to preserve, enhance and showcase the skin’s natural beauty.
Face
Our range of face care products aims to enhance the natural beauty of the skin by offering a treatment adapted to your needs.
Skin care routine
Eliminate impurities accumulated during the day, excess sebum and dead skin while providing a feeling of freshness.
Deeply cleanse the pores, refine skin texture and reinforce protection against external aggressions.
Revitalize the epidermis, preserve skin hydration and strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier.
New
Enzyme face scrub
Face • Cleanse • Sensitive skin
This exfoliating gel gently removes dead skin cells, leaving skin soft, luminous and soothed. Its formula, rich in purifying active ingredients, stimulates the renewal of skin cells, leaving the skin healthy and smooth. Redness is visibly reduced, and the skin barrier is restored. Suitable for all skin types, especially dry and sensitive skin.
Aloe vera • Bearberry extract • Amino acids
Apply a small amount of scrub on the clean skin of the face and neck. Leave on for 10 minutes, rinse thoroughly and complete with a moisturizer.
For weekly use, once or twice a week.
As this product contains ingredients that increase blood circulation, temporary redness may appear on the skin, which is normal. We recommend rinsing the skin with cold water or applying a cold compress to reduce this redness.
New
Moisturizing mask
Face • Treat • Sensitive skin
Reducing redness and giving the skin a luminous, supple appearance, this rich mask intensely moisturizes and soothes the most sensitive skin while repairing the skin barrier. Its light, watery texture provides an immediate sensation of hydration. The natural active ingredients work to protect the skin from environmental stressors. Ideal for sensitive skin, but suitable for all skin types.
Hyaluronic acid • Shea butter • Cornflower water
Apply a thick layer of the mask with your hands or with a brush on your face and neck and leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry gently.
For weekly use, once or twice a week.
New
Radiance eye and lip contour cream
Face • Moisturize • All skin types
Cream rich in active ingredients to moisturize and soothe the eye and lip area, reducing the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles, and under-eye bags. Its natural moisturizing, toning and antioxidant ingredients improve the skin’s elasticity, leaving it soft and smooth. Suitable for all skin types, especially mature and dehydrated skin.
Hyaluronic acid • Caffeine • Lavandin
Gently apply the cream around the eyes and lips on cleansed skin. Massage gently until completely absorbed.
For daily use, morning and/or evening.
New
Lightweight moisturizing cream
Face • Moisturize • Oily to combination skin
Ideal for combination to oily skin, this lightweight cream moisturizes, protects and helps restore the skin’s barrier for soft, healthy skin. The synergy of natural ingredients helps to regulate sebum production and gently purify for a luminous, matte, moisturized complexion. Particularly suitable for oily skin thanks to its powdery, silky finish.
Vitamin B3 and vitamin E • Black spruce • Zinc
Apply the cream on cleansed skin. Gently massage until completely absorbed.
For daily use, morning and/or evening.
BORÉAL porcelain for gua sha ritual
improves blood circulation
Hand-carved in Quebec, the porcelain tool for gua sha self-massage improves blood circulation, defines the contours of the face, and gives a radiant glow to the skin. It is best used in combination with a skincare oil such as the BORÉAL ritual face, body and hair oil. See the online tutorial for a step-by-step guide.
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Face, body and hair ritual oil
All skin and hair types
Precious oil with a silky texture, ideal to nourish, protect and enhance body, face and hair glow. Resembling an elixir of plant-based oils enriched with antioxidant ingredients, vitamins and essential fatty acids, this oil regenerates the skin’s moisture barrier, promotes skin elasticity, minimizes imperfections and evens out the complexion. A light, satin-smooth, non-greasy veil that protects skin and hair from external aggressions for a silky, healthy-looking finish.
Jojoba • Argan • Vitamin E
Apply generously on a dry or slightly damp skin and on hair ends. Massage gently.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Cleansing milk
Cleanse • all skin types
Formulated with gentle surfactants and moisturizing aloe vera, this milk gently cleanses and removes makeup without drying out the skin. Its purifying and astringent ingredients remove all traces of makeup and dead cells from the surface of the skin. Its soothing and antioxidant ingredients provide comfort and protection to the skin from the very first use. Delicate woody scent for a fresh and soothing sensation.
Aloe vera • Vitamin E • Quebec black spruce
Apply the cleansing milk on face and neck and gently massage the skin. Rinse thoroughly.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Foaming cleansing gel
cleanse • oily to combination skin
This sulfate-free cleansing gel formulated with gentle surfactants and moisturizing aloe vera gently cleanses the face without drying out the skin. Thanks to its purifying ingredients, it perfectly eliminates impurities while providing an invigorating sensation of freshness. Softening and revitalizing ingredients leave the skin smooth and soft.
Yellow birch • Quebec black spruce • Red maple
Apply the foaming cleansing gel on damp skin. Massage, rinse and repeat if necessary.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Face mist
Cleanse • all skin types
This face mist is an alcohol-free toner designed for all skin types and especially for oily, acne-prone skin. Its formula enriched with purifying, moisturizing and astringent ingredients helps restore the physiological pH of the skin and leaves a matte finish. A source of protective antioxidants and soothing ingredients, it helps reduce redness and relieve tightness associated with sensitive skin while preparing the skin for subsequent care.
Chamomile • Witch hazel • Rosemary
Spray the mist over your face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Let dry.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Gentle face scrub
Cleanse • All skin types
The perfect scrub for removing dead surface cells and improving skin texture. Its complex of astringent and purifying ingredients helps absorb excess sebum and cleanse pores deeply. Skin is smoother, and its texture is refined. Its formula enriched with softening and soothing ingredients preserves the moisture of the epidermis. For a luminous and even complexion and healthy, smooth and fresh skin.
White clay • Bergamot • Geranium bourbon
Apply a small quantity of scrub on the clean skin of the face, neck and lips. Remove impurities using circular motions, rinse with warm water and complete with a moisturizer.
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For a weekly use, once or twice a week
Balancing mask
Treat • all skin types
Made of absorbent ingredients, this mask eliminates sebum and dead cells. It deep cleanses pores and reduces their appearance, helping redefine skin’s texture. Its formula enriched with emollient and soothing ingredients softens the skin, helps regenerate and protect the skin’s moisture barrier and prevents damage caused by dryness. A source of antioxidants, the mask protects the epidermis against external aggressions. Fresh and soothing fragrance.
White clay • Lavandin • White cedar
Apply a thick layer of the mask with your hands or with a brush on your face and neck and leave on for 10 to 15 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with warm water and pat dry gently.
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For weekly use, once or twice a week
Vitamin C serum
Treat • all skin types
This serum is adapted to the needs of all skin types, especially those of sensitive and mature skin. Its vitamin C complex stimulates and illuminates the epidermis. Combined with soothing essential oils from Quebec, it smoothes wrinkles and reduces age spots for a visibly healthier, more even and luminous complexion. Enriched with emollient and moisturizing ingredients, this treatment offers daily antioxidant protection and preserves the moisture and softness of the skin.
Quebec black spruce • Honeyberry • Wintergreen
Apply the serum morning and/or evening on cleansed skin. Gently massage until completely absorbed and complete with a moisturizer.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Regenerating serum
Treat • all skin types
A lightweight and regenerating serum designed to prevent the signs of aging of the skin of the face and neck. It is suitable for all skin types and especially for mature skin. Concentrated in vitamins, minerals and natural extracts with moisturizing, antioxidant and soothing virtues, it regenerates the skin’s moisture barrier, protects it against external aggressions, nourishes, moisturizes and has a firming action. The complexion looks radiant and the skin is visibly revitalized.
Aloe vera • Salicylic acid
Distribute the serum evenly onto the face and neck. Gently massage until completely absorbed and complete with a moisturizer.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Moisturizing cream
moisturize • all skin types and dehydrated skin
Perfect for firming and protecting the skin of the face and neck. Its formula enriched with moisturizing and emollient ingredients helps regenerate the skin’s moisture barrier. It protects the skin from drying out while softening it, helping it regain its elasticity. Rich in antioxidants and soothing vitamins, its formula helps revitalize the epidermis, smooth out wrinkles, protect the skin from external aggressions and prevent the signs of aging.
Aloe vera • Omega-3
Apply the cream on cleansed skin. Gently massage the face and neck until the cream is completely absorbed.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Moisturizing cream
moisturize • sensitive skin
Moisturizing and protective cream specially designed for sensitive skin. Rich in nourishing, softening and soothing ingredients, it helps reduce the appearance of redness and the feeling of tightness caused by dry skin. Made with antioxidant vitamins, probiotics and regenerating plant extracts that help strengthen the skin’s natural protective barrier and preserve its moisture. For soft, comfortable skin and an even complexion.
Hawthorn • Quebec black spruce • Vitamin E
Apply the cream on cleansed skin. Gently massage the face and neck until the cream is completely absorbed.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Body
Our range of body care products offers an experience focused on relaxation and on awakening the senses.
Combining delicate fragrances, rich textures and multiple benefits, the BORÉAL body care products allow you to extend the face skincare ritual to the entire body and enjoy a spa moment at home. Versatile, these treatments invite you to become the creator of your own wellness ritual.
Body scrub
all skin types
Gentle, purifying and refreshing body scrub. Formulated with absorbent and cleansing ingredients, it removes dead cells and reveals healthy glowing skin. Enriched with natural emollient and moisturizing ingredients, the scrub softens the skin, protects its moisture barrier and leaves it soft to the touch. Its soothing essential oils help unwind and relax.
Lavandin • Quebec black spruce • Jack pine
Apply the body scrub on a slightly damp skin and massage using circular motions. Rinse thoroughly and complete with a moisturizer.
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For daily use, morning and/or evening
Tundra essential oil
all skin and hair types
Inspired by the wild plains of the north, Tundra is a blend of essential oils specially crafted to bring a state of calm and relaxation, like an invitation to escape into the immensity for a moment. Designed to be added to the hair and body oil as a part of your beauty routine or to an unscented massage oil during your wellness ritual.
Note: Must be diluted before use. For external use only.
Taïga essential oil
all skin and hair types
Inspired by the essence of the boreal forest, Taiga is a blend of essential oils specially crafted to reconnect with one’s quiet strength. An invitation to slow down time and return to the sources of one’s inner peace. Designed to be added to the hair and body oil as a part of your beauty routine or to an unscented massage oil during your wellness ritual.
Note: Must be diluted before use. For external use only.
Aurora essential oil
all skin and hair types
Inspired by the mysterious glow of the northern sky, Aurora is a blend of essential oils specially crafted to initiate a state of deep relaxation and serenity. An invitation to escape and explore the colours of the meditative imagination. Designed to be added to the hair and body oil as a part of your beauty routine or to an unscented massage oil as part of your wellness ritual.
Note: Must be diluted before use. For external use only.
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Body care and rituals
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Essential oils
Essential oils
A holistic ritual with high-performance skin care
Boreal nature at the service of yours
BORÉAL skincare products are available at all Strøm Nordic Spa and in our online store.