Hollywood Secret: Primer!

So now that we've talked about many of the skin care sets that Mary Kay has, we can move into make-up. Everyone knows Mary Kay for make-up, even though they should know Mary Kay for it's skin care.

There is a secret that many use in the fashion and model industry as well as Hollywood. This secret helps keep your make-up fresh. It's called PRIMER! Mary Kay has 4 different primers, each with a specific task. Using them all will help you look flawless all day.

The first is Foundation Primer ($16, plus tax). This is a light gel that absorbs into the skin easily. Yes, I tried this product to see what it feels like. This formula is oil free and has minerals in it to help absorb oil. Additionally, this product will make pores, fine lines and wrinkles appear smaller. As a bonus, it has an SPF 15. The main benefit of Foundation Primer is that it helps extend the wear of your foundation. For more information, check here:

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Face/Primer/Mary-Kay-Foundation-Primer-Sunscreen-Broad-Spectrum-SPF-15-/110601.partId?eCatId=10548

Another primer is Timewise Age-Fighting Lip Primer ($22, plus tax). If you notice, this is a Timewise product, which means it's anti-age and anti-wrinkle. According to studies 100% of women had an improvement of fine lines around the lip area after using this product. That is everyone, just in case you didn't catch that part. Additionally, this product helps keep your lipstick and lip gloss in place--on your lips. This is a definite product to check into.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Lips/TimeWise-Age-Fighting-Lip-Primer/100706.partId?eCatId=10014

Eye Primer ($12, plus tax). This product is for eye color. For those who want to prevent creasing and smudging of eye color, this is the product for you. This product is suitable for all skin types and even contact lens wearers can use it. NOTE: Mary Kay sells cream eye colors. A primer is not needed for those. Just for the mineral eye colors.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Eye-Care/Mary-Kay-Eye-Primer/130901.partId?eCatId=10545

Mary Kay Lash Primer ($15, plus tax). This product helps make your lashes fuller when used as a base coat under mascara. This product can also be used alone for a natural lash look. Helps keep lashes curled and extends the wear of your mascara.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Mascara-/-Lashes/Mary-Kay-Lash-Primer/130902.partId?eCatId=10544

I hope this information was helpful! Using any of these products will help you create a flawless look. It's time we shared this information so it's no longer a Hollywood secret!

As always, I welcome comments and questions! www.marykay.com/dmanor

Take care!

Skin Care Sets: Timewise Repair Volu-Firm

Okay, so we are still talking about sets. Let's talk about the newest one. Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Set. This is the highest line of anti-age and anti-wrinkle in the Mary Kay line. This set is no joke. It launched in the early fall, this year. I've used this set over the last three months. I am younger than the recommended age, but I wanted to see how this product works for myself. Awesome is just not good enough. This set is made for those over 50 years of age, for those who have visible signs of aging or for those looking for the top of the line in skin care.

There are 5 products in this set. We've talked about 4 of them in earlier posts (see Cleansers, Day/Night Solutions and Eye product posts from earlier this month).

This is the second skin care set that has the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval. This is a big deal. Mary Kay will stand behind this product. If it does not do everything they claim, you can get your money back. And if Mary Kay doesn't refund your money, then Good Housekeeping will. It's that good. Definitely worth a try. Ask yourself, what do you have to lose (other than wrinkles)?

Here are some of the benefits based on a 12 week study:

91% had less noticeable deep lines and wrinkles (NOTE--not FINE lines--DEEP ones)
86% said the skin look lifted
98% had less undereye puffiness (almost everyone)
93% said the skin looked more even toned
93% said they had a significant improvement in overall appearance

While using advanced wrinkle analyzer technology the following was found:

86% had a decrease in the appearance of average wrinkle length
81% had a decrease in the appearance of average wrinkle width

As a personal user, I can tell you for certain that the fine lines and wrinkles around my eyes are gone. I'm 38 years old and people still think I'm in my twenties. I also noticed the two deep lines in my forehead are fading. I can't be more pleased.

One thing I can tell you is that my skin does feel a bit more oily than when I use the regular Timewise Miracle Set. I have combination skin, anyway. Someone with dry skin my not notice as much. Also, older skin tends to be more dry. This set will help with that. I find that if I use the Microdermabrasion twice per week and the Classic Skin Care #3 Mask for oily skin twice per week, I keep the oiliness down to a minimum.

This set retails for $199, plus tax. So, this isn't cheap. It's the most expensive line in Mary Kay at the moment. If you look for comparable products with other companies, they start at $400. The discount lines that are less expensive than Mary Kay don't have all the benefits that the Timewise Repair line has. So, you are either missing benefits by buying something cheaper, or you are spending too much money by paying more. If you buy the products separately, you pay $36 more. So, it saves you money to buy the set.

For more information on the set, check out this link:

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Skin-Care/Concern/Advanced-Age-Fighting/TimeWise-Repair-Volu-Firm-Set/100906.partId?eCatId=10655

For information on individual items in this set, look here:

Timwise Repair Volu-Firm Foaming Cleanser ($25, plus tax)

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Skin-Care/Concern/Advanced-Age-Fighting/TimeWise-Repair-Volu-Firm-Foaming-Cleanser/100901.partId?eCatId=10655Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Foaming Cleanser

Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Day Cream Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 30 ($50, plus tax)

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Skin-Care/Concern/Advanced-Age-Fighting/TimeWise-Repair-Volu-Firm-Day-Cream-Sunscreen-Broad-Spectrum-br-SPF-30-/100903.partId?eCatId=10655

Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Night Treatment with Retinol ($50, plus tax)

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Skin-Care/Concern/Advanced-Age-Fighting/TimeWise-Repair-Volu-Firm-Night-Treatment-With-Retinol/100904.partId?eCatId=10655

Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Lifting Serum ($70, plus tax)

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Skin-Care/Concern/Advanced-Age-Fighting/TimeWise-Repair-Volu-Firm-Lifting-Serum/100902.partId?eCatId=10655

Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Eye Renewal Cream ($40, plus tax)

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Skin-Care/Concern/Advanced-Age-Fighting/TimeWise-Repair-Volu-Firm-Eye-Renewal-Cream/100905.partId?eCatId=10655

As always, I welcome questions, comments and product reviews. www.marykay.com/dmanor.

Take care!

Supplements: More for the Eyes

So we've talked about eye creams that help moisturize and that are anti-age and anti-wrinkle. We've talked about dark circles and puffiness. Now it's time to talk about some other eye products.

Oil-free Eye Make-up Remover ($15, plus tax). This is a Mary Kay Best Seller! If you want to easily remove all of your eye make-up AND leave your lashes in place, this is the product for you. Beauty experts also use this product to remove lip make-up. Just remember to shake up the bottle first. This makes an AWESOME gift!

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Eye-Care/Mary-Kay-Oil-Free-Eye-Makeup-Remover/180101.partId?eCatId=10545

Indulge Soothing Eye Gel ($15, plus tax). The Eye Gel is perfect for a little extra pampering around the eyes. Use as a spot treatment to soak into the skin or add a thin layer and use it like a mask. If you want an instant perk up for tired eyes, this is what you should use.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Eye-Care/Indulge-Soothing-Eye-Gel/180102.partId?eCatId=10545

Brow Gel ($10, plus tax). One way to finish framing the face is to set the brows. Use on top of your pencil or mineral eye color to hold the color and keep the brows in place. Dries soft and natural (not stiff like hair gel). Helps brows appear fuller as well.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Brow-Care/Mary-Kay-Brow-Gel/130106.partId?eCatId=10022

Lash & Brow Building Serum ($38, plus tax). This is a new product in the Mary Kay line. If you thought of using something like Latisse, try Mary Kay Lash & Brow Building Serum first. It's definitely cheaper, does not require a prescription and you can return it if it doesn't work. Will build fuller, healthier lashes and brows.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Brow-Care/Mary-Kay-Lash-Brow-Building-Serum-/130108.partId?eCatId=10022

Again, I hope you find this information useful. Please share, post comments or ask questions. I'd love to hear from you.

As always, my website is www.marykay.com/dmanor

Take Care!

Supplements: All about EYES

Okay, so today we will talk a little about the eyes. There are great eye products that Mary Kay sells for the eyes. All four of them are Timewise. So, they are anti-age and anti-wrinkle. Did you know
that the skin underneath the eye is the thinnest skin on your face? Additionally, you should use your ring finger to apply product under the eye. The ring finger is the weakest finger on your hand. It'll
prevent any extra pulling on the skin underneath the eye.

Also, when applying products to the eyes, you should apply from the corner of your eye to your nose, rather than from your nose to the corner of the eye. This prevents any extra pulling on the skin.

Timewise Age-Fighting Eye Cream ($26, plus tax). This eye cream is meant to tackle the fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. This is also the perfect product to moisturize the delicate skin underneath the eye. If wrinkles and moisture are your only issues, this is the product for you. This is good for anyone who is using the Timewise skincare system or anyone using another skin care line who wants extra products to protect the eyes.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Eye-Care/TimeWise-Age-Fighting-Eye-Cream/100705.partId?eCatId=10545

Timewise Firming Eye Cream ($30, plus tax). Firming eye cream is meant for those who are worried about fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes PLUS those who suffer from puffiness. This product is also known as the push-up bra for your eyes. This is a staple in the Timewise line and is part of the Ultimate Miracle Set.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Eye-Care/TimeWise-Firming-Eye-Cream/100722.partId?eCatId=10545

Timewise Targeted-Action Eye Revitalizer ($35, plus tax). Now, if you are concerned about fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes, have puffiness AND are worried about dark circles, this is the product for you. This is a roll-on serum that is also a mini-massage around the eyes. If you have all three issues, please use this product.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Makeup/Eyes/Eye-Care/TimeWise-Targeted-Action-Eye-Revitalizer/100746.partId?eCatId=10545

Timewise Repair Volu-Firm Eye Renewal Cream ($40, plus tax). This is the newest eye cream in the Mary Kay line. This is ideal for those using the Timewise Repair system, but is also great for those looking for an extra boost for the eyes. This product targets DEEP lines, wrinkles and sagging
skin. It also under-eye bags, puffiness and dark circles. This product also targets crepiness and dry skin as well as moisturizing for 12 hours. Basically, this product does it all. And it has a fun metal ball tip to massage the eyes. I do like this new product.

http://www.marykay.com/dmanor/en-US/Skin-Care/Concern/Advanced-Age-Fighting/TimeWise-Repair-Volu-Firm-Eye-Renewal-Cream/100905.partId?eCatId=10655

As always, I hope you find this information helpful. Please feel free to share it with anyone you think would find it useful. And if you have any questions, you can contact me here, or on my website
www.marykay.com/dmanor