CLARINS Summer Aquatic Treasures Make-up Collection Give-away

 

From  July 06 to July 19, I am happy to announce that I am doing a collaboration with Clarins Canada to give away this fabulous summer makeup give-away to one lucky lady. 

The Winner will receive the following: 

- Summer Bronzing Compact $42.00
- Instant Light Radiance Boosting Complexion Base 05-Golden Bronze $37.00
- Waterproof Eye Pencil $26.00
- Truly Waterproof Mascara $27.00
- The 3 Ombre Iridescente 01 -02-03 $24.00 each
 
*** A total of $204.00

This video shows the make-up application of the Aquatic Treasures Collection. Enjoy and feel free to share yours on my FaceBook or Twitter pages, if you have already have a product from the collection using hashtag #Aquaticsgiveaway.

Summer make-up
Watch the ocean depths setting the tone this summer with our collection of limited edition treasures!
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How To Sell, Promote and Educate Skin Care Products to a Customer

Learn What Your Clients Really Want

Written by  Monique Enriquez, C.N.H.P. 

When it comes to skin care needs and solutions to skin issues, the professional needs to find out what a client actually “wants versus needs.” In our industry, the focus will be a skin care product or treatment that is needed to solve a problem that fulfills a want, such as glowing skin. But first, the difference between a want and a need should be understood.

Wants Versus Needs – What is the Difference? 

For the most part, a “want” is something that is desired to a great extent but may not be exactly what it is needed to solve a problem. Wanting something in the skin care and beauty industry is often wanted after seeing an advertisement in a magazine, television commercial, or social media source. It can also be desired by hearing other people’s conversations, recommendations, and satisfying personal experiences from using certain products or brands. But how do we know what a client really wants and how does this translate for the skin care professional taking action to fulfill that want? 

A client will often have in mind exactly what they want to buy and may ask for a professional’s opinion if they feel unsure about the product. Psychologically, we tend to create personal attachment or get emotionally connected to things and people in a very quick and easy way. So how does this affect somebody’s “purchasing power” and decision to buy a skin care product or service? There are ways a skin care professional can persuade a client to make the best choice that will satisfy what they really want.

Approach the Client with Open-Ended Dialogue

First off, the skin care professional needs to connect with the client by creating an “open-ended dialogue,” which will position the professional as an expert in the industry. Taking on the right personal approach and asking the right questions is the key to building trust and recognition, thus allowing the professional to persuade the client to buy the products and services needed to get what they really want. This, in turn, will facilitate more flexibility on their part and more opportunity for the professional to upsell, gain a new client, or get a referral after the purchase.

Impulse Buyers

Once the client is interested in the proposed recommendations and ready to purchase, the skin care professional’s next goal should be about discerning whether the purchase that is about to take place is based on “impulse buying” to quickly satisfy an immediate want, or the right product to meet the client’s need. This will oftentimes require quick thinking on the skin care professional’s part and may not be an easy job when the work is in a fast-paced, busy environment that involves doing various tasks simultaneously. The professional may also find themselves with limited time for conversation in between clients. What is an effective system and personal approach that will give clients what they really want?

A Holistic Approach

I recommend taking a customized, holistic approach to “skin health” versus just a commodity, mass-brand type of selling approach. By having a system in place, professionals can successfully take care of their clients’ needs and give them what they really want. The client then receives educational and valuable information that provide results and solutions to their problems. There are four main questions to include in a client’s purchasing experience:

First, what is the skin health issue or problem? Find out what the main skin care problem is. Focus on one issue at a time and provide product and service benefits and features. Eighty percent should be placed on benefits and 20 percent on features. 

Ask about the client’s current skin care regimen and how long they have been doing it. Become aware of any contraindications or allergic reactions to product ingredients. Find out what their favorite products are and why they love them. Discover if they are willing to commit to a customized home care program that requires three to five products to give them the results they really want. Create urgency, provide realistic results, and do a thorough demonstration on how to use and apply products.

Second, what are the client’s main concerns and symptoms? People will not seek a solution until their pain is no longer bearable, or they have just had enough of what they really do not want in their lives. Learn to become an effective listener, not judge, and be compassionate and careful with your words during conversations with clients. Focusing on the visible symptoms of a client or prospect is a good start to solving the root cause of the problem. Knowledge about skin types, conditions, and active ingredients will facilitate a prompt decision on the skin care professional’s part with the right choice of products and services for the client.

Finding a solution together is a great way to build trust and a relationship with a client. Getting the client involved in the decision making of their products will ensure they have made the best decision and their problems are solved.

Next, what is the client’s self-care and lifestyle like on a daily basis and what role does the skin care professional play in this case? Doing a general nutrition, lifestyle, and mental state of mind assessment of a client can always shed light into what is going on inside their body and why they are suffering from it. If a skin care professional’s understanding of what a client is going through is within their scope of knowledge and expertise, the professional should kindly offer advice and tips that the client can take home and practice. As an added bonus during the assessment, I recommend building a strong network of related health care practitioners and therapists that, if needed, can be recommend. 

Going the extra mile in any product or service-based business is a bonus a clients appreciate. It is also a great way to stand out from competitors offering the same products or services.

Continuing education is mandatory to stay on top of current trends, products, gadgets, and services that can better the lives of clients and increase a business’ sales. Such information can easily be accessed online through various means of social media outlets and by engaging in webinars and blog posts. A few key skin care and beauty industry influencers should be followed online and they can subscribe to the professional’s weekly or monthly newsletters for articles and tips about skin care, beauty, wellness, health, and nutrition.

Finally, what is the client’s ultimate expectation of the product or treatment? The answer is simple. The client is hoping that it works and does what it was promised to do. Skin care professionals may be hesitant about a client’s homecare routine, but at this point, it is the client’s responsibility. It is sometimes unpredictable whether a client will use all the products or if they will not follow the instructions correctly and have an adverse reaction instead. But in any case, skin care professionals should always suggest that they reach out to them if they have any questions. And as every skin care professional knows, a follow-up call after a few days is a good way to touch base and see how the client feels about their purchase.

In point, the longevity of a skin care professional’s work, combined with the right attitude and industry experience, will dictate their own earnings and the profitability of their business. By learning what clients really need versus what they want, a professional can stay above competitors by making more profits, keeping existing clients happy, and obtaining new clients through referrals.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR'S EVERYONE! WISHING YOU AN AMAZING 2015 FILLED WITH HAPPINESS, HEALTH & PROSPERITY! I am back on my Blog to write and share with You lots of upcoming Skin care advice & recommendations, product launches, presentations, give-aways and much more!

DERMALOGICA ANTI-AGING SKIN RESURFACING SERIES SYSTEM - HOW TO GET HEALTHY, GLOWING, YOUNGER LOOKING SKIN IN JUST 6 WEEKS

MONIQUE'S CLIENTS

MOST DESIRED AND POPULAR SKIN RESURFACING SYSTEM SERIES 

GIVES YOU NOTICEABLE RESULTS IN JUST 6 WEEKS

DERMALOGICA Skin Care Products is the number once choice of Skin Care Professionals worldwide. It offers treatment-specific regimes focused on skin aging, brightening and hyperpigmentation, adult acne and shaving skin care needs for men.

LADIES

WANT A FAST, YET SAFE WAY TO GET HEALTHY GLOWING LOOKING SKIN 

VISIBLE RESULTS AFTER ONE TREATMENT INCLUDE: 1. Softened fine lines 2. Evened out skin tone and texture 3.Decreased congestion 3.Minimized appearance of pore size 4.Hydrated and brightened skin 5.NO post-treatment peeling or inflammation

LOOK GOOD & FEEL BETTER ABOUT YOURSELF WHEN YOU ARE HAPPY WITH THE CONDITION OF YOUR SKIN

Dermalogica offers an effective new Active Resurface35 treatment skin care series that helps to reduce the appearance of fine lines, pigmentation, blemishes and dry skin in just 45 minutes. Its unique and powerful cocktail of active ingredients is clinically tested to stimulate cell renewal and cell turnover to give you glowing, younger looking skin. 

While other skin resurfacing treatments and chemical peels are often abrasive on the skin leading to inflammation, peeling and down time, Dermalogica's Exfoliant Accelerator35-an AHA-BHA concentrate contains lactic and salicylic acids to smooth out skin and enzymes to boost exfoliation while peptides enhance the synthesis or collagen and elastin in the dermal layer.

The treatment offers three strength levels, Power Active, Intensive Active and Ultimate Active. Each level offers three exfoliations with a mix of two professional physical and chemical exfoliants- while cleansing, during the main exfoliation and at the removal phase of the treatment. The exfoliant strength level for a client will be determined by the Dermalogica Skin Expert after a detailed "face mapping" analysis has been conducted and all the client's questions and concerns have been addressed. 

If you find yourself trying numerous skin treatments and still not notice a difference on the health of your skin, the wrong prescription of skin care products and frequency of and strength level of exfoliant could be the culprit. The key to glowing and healthy looking skin is to find a qualified professional skin therapist who will; 

1. Listen to your skin concerns and help you create a customized daily skin care plan that works for you

2. Talk to you about the importance of daily skin care and frequent professional skin care treatments

3. Teach you about the importance of active ingredients, having the right skin care products, knowing the right amouns and layering of products on the skin.

4. Offers you advice on Nutrition and Lifestyle tips to help you improve your skin health from the inside out

5.  Recommends holistic skin care therapies that complement your treatments to help you relax, de-stress and feel rejuvenated. 

6. Makes you feel confident by making you looking good, feel good and help you put your best face forward and version of yourself out to the world.  

MY STORY.....

Once I reached my mid-thirties, I really started seeing changes in my skin related to sun exposure and lifestyle habits. Growing up as a child in the 80's, there was not much "Suncare Skin Education" as it is now and you were exposed to many more extrinsic factors like second hand smoking in public places, less organic foods available etc... Fast forward 3 decades later of my life, and in 2012 that's when my "AHA Moment" took place, I found myself suffering from sun spots, more occasional mild stress breakouts, dehydrated skin and fine lines. After trying various spa skin treatments and commercial skin care lines with little success or no visible short-term improvements, I began to do research for a "Dermatological" skin care brand and professional treatments that would help me deal my skin health woes.

      

I visited the Dermalogica Institute in Toronto which ended up becoming my new hot spot for continuing learning education as a Skin Therapist and Holistic Health Practitioner which I have been practicing for the last 10 years. After my first guest class orientation, I fell in love with the skin center and its instructors, and that's when everything changed for me. Over the next six months, I modified my skin care regime, learnt about "layering" products, "Cosmeceuticals" and its active ingredients and got on a consistent daily skin care regime and monthly professional skin care treatments.

My training experience with the number one choice of skin care professionals worldwide left me feeling a lot better about my skin conditions and ignited my passion for helping others with their own skin health challenges. After becoming a Dermalogica Skin Expert, I knew that I wanted to empower, educate and inspire men and women about Holistic Skin Health, Cosmeceutical skin care products and non-surgical professional skin care treatments so they can "feel better" about themselves and "look better" by putting their best face forward! 

Following, I will take you through Dermalogica's Anti-aging Skin Resurfacing Series, a six  week skin care plan that will help you achieve healthy, glowing and younger looking skin :

Week 1 & 2 

 First level of Exfoliation: "Power Active"

Week 3 & 4

 Second level of Exfoliation: "Intensive Active"

Week 5 

 If needed, a "Hydro Plus Treatment" - the focus is on hydration, calming and soothing the skin barrier. Best suited for a customer who is contraindicated to exfoliation.

Week 5 & 6 
   Will finish off series with the third level of Exfoliation: "Ultimate Active"

*** GIVE- AWAY ***

 I am giving away a "FREE" 45min Dermalogica Active Resurface35 treatment and my favorite Dermalogica anti-aging Skin Perfect Primer SPF30 on my FaceBook Page. Please enter to win. Good Luck to all! 

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*** SPECIAL BLOG SPA PACKAGE PRICE ***

(Reg: $540.00)

I will be offering you the complete 6 weekly series for a Special Price of only $450.00, that is a total savings of $90.00

*** BONUS GUARANTEE*** 

 
To give another reason to Book your own skin care series and enjoy the benefits and discover a NEW YOU! I will include the "Hydro Plus Treatment" for FREE which you can use as a pre or post recovery skin treatment. 

ANY QUESTIONS ABOUT SKIN CARE, PRODUCTS AND TREATMENTS:

CONTACT FORM

SPA WEEK CANADA OFFERS SKIN CARE & WELLNESS TREATMENTS - BENEFITS TO FEELING GOOD AND LOOKING GOOD

 

Toronto Spa Week offers the Pro and seasonal spa-goer an indulgence of Professional skin care and body care treatments for only $50.00 during the week of April 21 to April 27. 

If you are active on any of the online social media platforms, you may have noticed that every affiliate spa, skin therapist or beautyblogger is using the hashtag #SpaWeek to promote and let everyone know about the upcoming event.

REASONS TO GET PAMPERED DURING TORONTO SPA WEEK

1. You will pamper yourself and be able to reconnect with your "higher-self" in a relaxing atmosphere with candles, burning incense, low lights and soothing music tunes. 

2. You will receive "touch therapy healing", this is the most powerful form of healing out there that one person can give to another person. It allows you to become relaxed, focus on what's important and increase your longetivity. 

3. At the end of your session, your therapist will offer you positive encouragement, at-home advice, product recommendations and how-to's to treat your skin condition, health and lifestyle concerns.

THE TRUTH ABOUT OUR PERSONAL LIFESTYLES.....

We in a society that offers us an incredible amount of information, products and practitioners at the touch of a button. Our lifestyle including mine, is go-go, multiple projects on the works, gym, studying, friends, family, social events and the list goes on... Puff... Puff... Eventually all leading to burnout, sickness, skin conditions and an overwhelming feeling of disappointment when these happen. 

When this happens we need to realize a few things:

1. First, do not be so hard on yourself

2. Learn to listen to your body

3. Slow down, Balance is key for any successful individual 

4. Be thankful and learn to appreciate yourself better

5. Take time to relax, breathe deeply, and develop good sleeping habits 

6. Avoid excessive drinking, smoking, harmful substances and over-medicating

7. Deal with your problems in a positive way, seek help with a Professional Therapist or Counselor

So you may be asking yourself  how you can choose a Spa treatment(s) that is suitable for your needs? 

A professional Spa Therapist will do a thorough consultation prior to the skin or body treatment and according to her results, she will either go ahead and perform what you are booked in for, she may do some tweaking or offer you a complete different treatment. The important thing is that you communicate to the therapist, how you are feeling and what you are expecting to get out of the treatment.

Here is a short list of skin and body conditions you can use to book your appointments during Toronto's Spa Week. If you would like to be one of my VIP clients, you can BOOK an appointment with me by filling out the form on the highlighted link.

WOMEN'S SKIN CONCERNS

1. Breakout Activity                                                                                                          

2. Pigmentation                                                                                    

3. Comedones                                                                                     

4. Fine Lines                                                                                        

5. Dilated Capillaries

6. Deep Lines

7. Dehydration

8. Sensitivity/Redness

9. Millia

QUESTIONS TO ASK ABOUT SKIN CARE PRODUCTS

(based on Amount per use, Layering, Frequency & Application) 

1. Cleansers (oil or water base)                                                                                                                   2. Toners (calming & alcohol-free)                                                                                 

3. Exfoliants (spherical beads vs jagged edges /physical vs chemical)

3. Masques (treatment product)

4. Serum (treatment product)

5. Moisturizer (ligh, medium & heavy weight)

7. Primer (treatment product)

8. SPF (chemical vs physical) 

10. Foundation / BBCream (mineral vs talc) 

11. Self-Tanners (best option to indoor tanning & suntanning)

You can always ask about your products being; paraben-free, talc-free, fragrance-free, gluten-free and mineral oil free. Also, ask about "multi-purpose" products that save you time and money.

 MEN'S SKIN CONCERNS    

1. Ingrown Hairs

2. Razor Burn / Irritation

3. Nicks and Cuts

4. Redness

5. Heavy/Coarse Beard

QUESTIONS TO ASK ABOUT SHAVING & SKIN CARE PRODUCTS 

( based on skin type, beard type & shaving preference) 

1. Pre- Shave (treatment product)

2. Scrub

3. Shave Gel

4. Shave Cream

5. Shave Oil

6. Blade or Electric Razor

7. Post-Shave (treatment product)

8. SPF (chemical vs physical) 

BODY CARE THERAPIES & SKIN CONDITIONS

(based on daily Thoughts, Lifestyle, Nutrition & Excercise)

1. Stress (all over or specific areas e.g. lower back, neck)

2. Breakouts (all over, back, keratosis pilaris, butt)

3. Dry Skin (all over, feet conditions, flaky scalp)

4. Circulation (all over, heaviness of legs, tightness, tension, pain)

5. Toxic Accumulation (skin rashes, pain, swelling, body odour)

6. Fluid Retention (swelling of limbs, pain, redness. oozing of fluids) 

QUESTIONS TO ASK ABOUT BODY CARE PRODUCTS AND TREATMENTS 

(based on Amount per use, Layering, Frequency & Application)  

1. Body Wash

2. Body Scrub

3. Mineral Salts (treatment product)

4. Body Cream

5. Hand & Nail Treatment

6. SPF (chemical vs physical)

7. After Sun Products

8. Self-Tanners ((best option to indoor tanning & suntanning)

9. Essential Oils (for stress relief, detox, rejuvenation, calming & uplifting properties) 

10. Dry Skin Brushing (helps detoxify the body, improves circulation, removes toxins & dead skin   cells)

11. Massage (reflexology, lymphatic drainage, deep tissue, thai massage, indian head massage)

12. Thermal Body Therapy (body exfoliation, body wraps)

 

I hope this list gives you a better idea at the benefits you can get from visiting a Skin Expert, Spa Therapist or Holistic Health Practitioner.

If you would like to be my one of my VIP clients, you can BOOK your appointment with me by clicking on the link.

The skin treatment is customised to the needs of my client and helps treat a variety of skin conditions and concerns such as; premature aging, pigmentation, dehydration, breakouts, dryness, fine lines and wrinkles by stimulating cell renewal and cell turnover with a powerful combination of skin smoothing agents, brighteners and calming ingredients such as AHA - BHA's, lactic acid, salicylic acid, enzymes and peptides.

Each 45min treatment boosts "Exfoliation" with one of three levels; The Power Active, Intensive Active and Ultimate Active and will performed in the treatment room according to the "Face-Mapping" results obtained from my skin analysis.

This treatments costs $95.00 but it will be offered for $50.00 during Toronto Spa Week. I  guarantee that your skin will be glowing, hydrated and healthy looking after one session. I recommend a series of 6 weekly treatments for best anti-aging results. I also have a Special Series Package for the clients who want complete antiaging skin benefits and immediate results with this powerful skin treatment series.

FILL OUT the form provided for a complimentary in person or over the telephone skin consultation.

Hope everyone has an awesome long Easter Weekend! 

Monique xx

                                               

CELEBRITY MAKEUP ARTIST GINA BROOK GIVES BEAUTY TIPS ON HOW TO GET GLOWING SKIN WITH SHU UEMURA COSMETICS

Celebrity Gina Brook was the host of an amazing exclusive Shu Uemura makeup Master class held at The Hudson's Bay in downtown Toronto on March 28,2014 alongside the friendly team of Shu Uemura makeup artists led by Account Manager and Beauty Specialist Sasha.

My experience at the event was very enjoyable. Gina is a truly artist, she shared her beauty tricks and tips with an audience of 50 beautiful ladies who sat and watched as Gina explained to the tunes of Madonna in detail step by step the process of creating the "Illusion" of having radiant skin by "Contouring", focusing on one's facial high points; above eyebrows, around the eyes, down the nose, on top of the cupid's bow, across the decollete and on top of the shoulders. 

Gina made a point that Contouring is a light form of "Art", a form of expression where having the right tools, the right amount of product application and where it is applied is very important to achieve the right look.

During her training she also emphasized that women should focus on one best facial feature (high point) and work with it. She talked about treating oneself like an individual, looking at yourself objectively and being positive  vs being negative about one's looks, appearance or trying to compare to magazine cover models. 

As she was making those points during her presentation, I thought to myself what a great role model she is, not only is she teaching her art and skill set but she's also empowering women to be just themselves, kind loving and realistic about who they are suppose to be by enhancing their own natural beauty. 

Following is the list of Shu Uemura products that were used as part of the Transformation of her exclusive Master class:

 1. CLEANSING BEAUTY OIL PREMIUM A/I - A luxuriously rich cleansing oil with plant extracts for dry or sensitive skin. This cleansing oil focuses on improving the texture of the skin, leaving the skin moisturized, nourished and more radiant looking. C $89.00

 2. DEPSEA HYDRABILITY INTENSE MOISTURE FILLING - An intensive moisturizing mask. enriched with carrageenan algae extract, a newly selected ingredient from the deep sea, it is designed to instantly moisturize and soothe dehydrated skin. this specifically engineered mask adheres well and saturates the skin with a fresh penetrating essence. from the 1st use, the skin appears smooth, supple, plump and translucent. C $68.00

3. DEPSEA WATER FACIAL MIST - LAVENDER - Eight herbal aromas formulated with Depsea Water provide a refreshing, relaxing feel with a fine mist that gently wraps the skin. New pump update achieves a finer mist for enhanced comfort. Suitable for all skin types. C $32.00


4. UNDERBASE MOUSSE PORERASER- New Poreraser mousse helps to improve the skin's appearance and overall condition while providing a natural cover which helps to conceal dark spots, blemishes and scars. Weightless mousse formula with SPF 30, improves makeup staying power and the makeup artists' favorite primer. C $46.00


5. STAGE PERFORMER INSTANT-GLOW - Glow from the inside out!stage-inspired multi-functional beauty cream to enhance makeup finish and deliver a natural glow. contains Ginkgo Leaf extract to fight oxidation. instantly, skin appears more luminous, translucent and smooth. provides 24-hour lasting moisture. C $60.00

6. LIGHTBULB FOUNDATION AND SPONGE SET -The innovative lightbulb fluid foundation and sponge. Stemming from shu uemura's expertise in oleo technology, multi-glow oil complex and buildable oil complex signal a new way forward for natural glow yet with high coverage. Includes a revolutionary sponge, "the lightbulb", designed and shaped for tapping and creating a glowing finish.  C $66.00

7. FACE POWDER MATTE -  Soft matte finish with long lasting effects. This super fine, fitting, light-weight powder is comfortable on skin, without drying. Packaged with a specific puff designed for the finish. Semi Matte to Matte Finis. C $46.00

   

8. GLOW ON BLUSH REFILL - enhance and glow. boundless blush colors to enhance the cheeks or overall natural glow of the face. long lasting and great blendability. can be used wet to intensify the color payoff.  C $22.00

9. COVER CRAYON -Conceal and contour. The return of a Shu Uemura classic: an easy-to-use, double-ended pencil concealer for precise contouring and adjustable finish. C $32.00 

10. CALLIGRAPH: INK LIQUID EYELINER PEN (cartridge sold seperately) - From fine to bold, the Asian calligraphy-inspired brush enables you to effortlessly draw lines 0.05mm sharp to 2.0mm bold with precise control and accuracy like a professional. The best combination of fine-particle carbon black formula and supple brush enables you to create an intense eye line along any eye shapes with ease. Water-proof. Sweat-proof. Long-wearing. Reusable, refillable package. C $24.00

11. FARFALLINA FALSE EYELASHES - Triple layers of brown and black tones with different levels of curls and longer lashes toward outer edge enable a natural, delicate look and ideal volume on the lash. C $36.00

12. NEW GENERATION EYELASH S CURLER - The innovative new s curler fits any eye shape and offers precise application so that you can really emphasize parts of your lashes without pinching skin, thanks to its small structure without side-bars. C $27.00

13. TOKYO LASH MASCARA -  Volume-type mascara for lacquer-black lashes. New crisscross brush catches shortest lashes and brings out lash makeup as if it were done by a make-up artist.Long-lasting and smudge-proof! C $29.00

14. ROUGE UNLIMITED CREME MATTE LIPSTICK - A true red lipstick, it goes on slick and creamy but dries to a matte finish. Double moisture system for supreme moisture, the combination of an active moisture-locking cream plus a lip care active support to protect and nourish your lips. C $36.00

To purchase any of the above product items you can visit the Canadian Shu Uemura online webstore. If you desire further product recommendations on how to buy, use and apply any of the advertised Shu Uemura skin and makeup products, Account Manager and Beauty Specialist Sasha will gladly provide you with a personal consultation. She can be reached on her personal FaceBook page and you can also check out her artistry and skill set on her Instagram account.

Have Fun Ladies, keep healthy, happy and smiling!!! :-)

Sasha is a Shu Uemura Account Manager and Beauty Specialist

Instagram: Chaneleverlast

FaceBook: Sasha Simler
Email: sashasimler@gmail.com

P.S. Check back for my upcoming Blog post about my Gift from Spa Inc. Magazine and James Reed Tanning products.

RED CARPET MAKE-UP FOR SEXY CAT EYES, GLOWING SUN KISSED SKIN & KISSABLE HOT RED LIPS

WHERE YOU CAN PURCHASE

Last night I did some makeup shopping after work at Shoppers Drug Mart in Toronto. The Skin Perfect Primer from Dermalogica is not available for sale there but I wanted to include it in the mix since it is an amazing must have skin care  product. These cosmetics can also be found at other large retailer Beauty Suppliers and online websites.

WHY YOU SHOULD BUY THEM

I have chosen these cosmetic products because I use them on a regular basis on myself and with my clients at the spa.  I also retail them at the Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Counter where I help women choose the right cosmetic products for their skin type. I only promote and endorse brands, skin care products and  cosmetics that I know work well, give the "results" they promise and have a good mix of active ingredients that are not harmful to my Skin Health.

BOOK YOUR PERSONAL MAKE-OVER

Not sure what color, product or how to get your favorite look on your skin for your upcoming event, party or night in town? Look no further ladies, I would love to be your Personal Beauty Coach. 

Book your complimentary Make-over Session  or Face-mapping Skin Analysis with me.  

https://www.facebook.com/BeautyDivaGlam/app_141149985924076

Here is the list for you Ladies, I would love to know which one is your favorite product?

I have included the links for you, if you are interested in more details and purchasing these items online. 

QUO COSMETICS - Deluxe Bronzer 

Multi-purpose 6 shade palette bronzer for easy blending and an instant glow for your temples, cheeks and t-zone. Wear it alone, on top of foundation or on top of self-tanner. 

ELIZABETH ARDEN - Beautiful Color Lipstick  

(My Pick - Scarlet Shade)

 Long-lasting 12 hour high pigment color that's comfortable to wear . Keeps lips moisturized and gives them a fuller appearance.  

BENEFIT COSMETICS - Brow Zings Shaping Kit 
(My Pick - Dark Shade)

Kit includes; pigmented wax for shaping, natural-shaded powder for setting, tweezers, hard angle and blending brush for clean, smooth, perfect brows. 

LANCOME - Hypnose Drama Mascara 
 (My Pick - Excessive Black 01)

Instant full body volume in one coat with unique curve S-shaped Convex Brush. Stroke by stroke, build dramatic volume from root to tip with no clumping, smearing or smudging. Opthalmologist-tested.   

CLARINS - Instant Light Brush-On Perfector  

(My Pick - Golden Beige 03)

In one quick stroke, this brush-on perfector helps conceal imperfections. Firms skin upon application, helping to diminish signs of fatigue by smoothing and illuminating the eye area. 

LISE WATIER - Feline Eyeliner HD
(My Pick - #70627)

Long wear ultra-black liquid eyeliner with a soft tip applicator for a precise and high definition drama Cat Eyes. 

DERMALOGICA - AgeSmart SkinPerfect Primer spf30

Multipurpose Anti-aging Skin Product that smoothes away fine lines, enhances skin's luminosity and its velvety silicones prime and prep for long lasting make-up application and flawless skin. 

LADY MILLION - My favorite perfume by Paco Rabanne 

LISE WATIER - HOW TO FIGHT THE FIRST SIGNS OF AGING & CHOOSE A SKIN CARE BRAND

Before I start to introduce you to Lise Watier's two Global Anti-aging Skin Care Lines; Age Prevention Supreme & Age Control Supreme. I would like to touch briefly on two important points:

First off, Skin Aging can start at a very young age depending on trigger factors such as:

* overexposure to environmental factors
* chronic inflammation
* hormonal inbalance
* deficiency of essential nutrients in daily diet
* high levels of stress
* negative emotions
* tanning
* lack of sleep

As we get older, the rate of speed at which our own skin cells renew starts to slows down causing visible skin fine lines, dullness and dehydation. 

But, when is the best time to start a Skin Care Regime and how do you pick products that deliver Results?  

Aging is an ongoing physiological process that cannot be stopped but can be controlled and prevented, including "Premature Aging" in both men and women alike.

If you begin to think or imagine how you would want to look in 5 to 10 years from now or what is it that you would like to improve about your self-image at this present time. You will find that there are a lot of choices of skin care products and company brands. After a while it can become confusing, discouraging and overwhelming when oftentimes, most skin care companies claim that they have the best products, breakthrough technologies and the list goes on.

But the "Secret" to finding a reputable and trustworthy skin care brand is simple and easy. There are 5 rule of thumb guides to keep in mind when choosing skin care products that deliver results. 

1. EDUCATION:  I think this is the most important one of all, at least for me when I am looking for "What Is The Next" big thing in skin care. A reputable brand feels responsible to teach the consumer directly via printed articles, public seminars, online presentations and through trained skin care professionals and beauty experts so they can deliver their message in an educated and professional manner. 

2. EXCLUSIVITY: Are the products you are looking to buy exclusive to a chain of high end or commercial retail stores, pharmacies or primarily sold online. Under this category, I would also look into seeing what other type of buyer's rewards, promotional offers and incentives they offer when you become a regular shopper of their products. e.g Shoppers Drug Mart Optimum Card Point 

3. COMMUNITY: Is the skin care company supporting or involved in community causes and events. Perhaps it gives a certain percentage of their earnings to charity or social groups in need of funding.  It is a fact that within the next decade this will be a Billion dollar Industry. So at least for me, it is important that they give back somehow.

4. CLINICAL TESTS: This is another big and important point to be aware of. I would like to think and hope that there is no more animal testing taking place anywhere in the world but I am not 100% sure about that. However, skin care companies that perform clinical tests is to ensure that they are providing a product that is efficient before it is released to the market. Usually, a group of people or focus group will test the product out, self-evaluate it and depending on their results, they will decide to repurchase it. Personally, I like to do my own clinical testing on myself with both skin treatments and skin care products before I even recommend them to any client or customer of mine.

5. BEAUTY/CONSUMER AWARDS: Does the skin care brand you are looking into have any "Hero" or "Star" skin care products that consumers, skin therapists, cosmeticians, beauty experts and beauty editors alike cannot live without and each endorse with personal testimonials . This type of advertising is voted in by beauty industry professionals, health care organizations, bloggers and the public consumer reviews. Following is a few you may be familiar with: Chateline Beauty 100, Cosmetics Beauty Awards, Elle International Beauty Awards, Allure Best of Beauty, Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards, Women's Health Beauty Awards, Instyle Best Beauty Buys, Harper's Bazaar Beauty Awards, TotalBeauty.com  The Canadian Dermatology Association and the list goes on.

 I would always encourage you to first consult with a skin therapist or beauty expert on location before buying so she can prescribe you skin or body products that are appropriate for your skin type. The goal should always be to Treat, Correct and Prevent any skin care conditions that are affecting you.

 
For those of you who are not familiar with Lise Watier Skin Care Products and Cosmetics, it is the leading Canadian Cosmetic's Brand. Nationally it ranks fourth place among other well known skin and cosmetics brands. Founded in 1972 by Lise Watier herself and created The Lise Watier Foundation team to help women in need. Her motto: "I have lived my life for women, surrounded by women, dedicated to women. It is only fitting then, that the Lise Watier Foundation would give back to women".

Personally I have been a fan and consumer of Lise Watier products for about 10 years. I was introduced to them by a Cosmetician in my early 20's. And today, working part-time as a Beauty Expert at Shoppers Drug Mart in Toronto. It is one of my preferred brands for recommending Cosmetics.

I also love the fact that the brand is constantly expanding and launching new "Anti-Aging" Skin Care products. Their recent Spring-Summer 2014 launch of the new Age Prevention Supreme Skin Care Line targeted to women 25+.  It is an entry-level age preventative antiaging system to fight the first signs of aging.

The main star ingredient in this product line is the Concentrated Labrador Tea Extract exclusive to Lise Watier. What is special about this extract is that it is a powerful "antioxidant", it is 20 times more potent than idebenone (an analogue of CoQ10) and 3 times more active than Vitamin C, Vitamin E and grape seed extract.

The main function of an antioxidant is to neutralize the effects of "free radicals" on skin cells and to stop Oxidative Stress activity which breaks down healthy skin cells causing DNA cell damage that overtime leads to premature aging. 

Premature Aging is often times very common among young women in their 20's due to high levels of exposure to free radical activity such as; smoking, drinking, stress, sunlight (U.V rays), fast food & food additives, medications, chlorinated water and other harmful chemicals.

Besides having this powerful antioxidant present to help counteract free radical activity, the cocktail mix of active ingredients found in each Age Prevention Supreme skin care product also contains other powerful antiaging ingredients such as; peptides, hyaluronic acid, enzymatic and moisturizing complexes. For instance, 1 drop of the Age Prevention Supreme Serum Boreal performs 12 Beauty Actions with its 24% ultra-concentrated mix of active ingredients. The products are also; Paraben Free, Fragrance Free, Clinically and Dermatologically Tested.

Other products within this Age Prevention Supreme skin care system are: Age Prevention Supreme Moisturizing Emulsion and Age Prevention Supreme Specific Eye Care. 

The Concentrated Labrador Tea Extract is also found in their Age Control Supreme antiaging skin care products targeted for the women 35+ and in some Cosmetic beauty products including; Teint Age Control Supreme, Age Control Supreme Filler Concealer, Rouge Fondant Supreme Lipstick and Ombre Souffle Supreme.

 

I decided to write this Blog Post about Lise Watier after my product and retail training with the brand's National Director in Toronto last week. She presented everything very well, had a great personality and while I took my notes down, I thought up of a lot of ideas for this Blog post.

Lastly, I am also convinced that Lise Watier meets all of the above criteria to be choosen as a preferred and professional Skin Care Brand that offers skin care products and cosmetics that meet consumer needs and deliver maximum results.

If you would like to know more information about Lise Watier Skin Care and Cosmetic Products. You can contact me directly via Email: holisticskinexpert@gmail.com or send me a Tweet @BeautyDivaGlam

You can also BOOK a personal skin care or make-up consultation on location with me at Shopper Drug Mart if you are located in the downtown Toronto Area.

Cheers Ladies,

 Monique xx