Monday 31 December 2012

SKINCARE CLASS IN SANDAKAN

During my trip back to my hometown in Sandakan, Sabah (26-30 Dec 2012), I had the opportunity to conduct a skincare class with some of my cousins after dinner on the last night at my uncle's place.

Leslie Montero - after Step 1 (cleanse)


Juriana Uming-Kay - after Step 1 (cleanse)


End result (after Step 4 ie moisturize) - smooth, clean skin

 
End result (after Step 4 ie moisturize) - smooth, clean skin
 

Aileen Montero - Step 2 (mask)
 

End result (after Step 4 ie moisturize) - smooth, clean skin


They were all very happy with the results to a point that they even wanted to do the other side of their faces just to balance it out to avoid embarrassment!!




Monday 12 November 2012

SKINCARE CLASS: RONALD ASUNCION

Just last week, my brother came over from Sandakan to KK for a few days.  So the day before he left, I gave him a free skincare class.  He was impressed and was very interested in the products he tried on himself.  Botanical Effects has done a good job indeed!!

Step 2: Mask


Monday 15 October 2012

TRUE ORIGINAL COLOGNE SPRAY


Introducing TRUE ORIGINAL Cologne Spray

He's the one-of-a-kind man who boldly knows his passion into the next adventure. Let him know you love every unique thing about him with a fresh, clean scent that's as original as he is.





Visit this link:

HOLYWOOD MYSTIQUE


This season finds women bringing out their inner Hollywood femme fatale and feeling confidently gorgeous. It's about taking demure to allure with the show-stopping Limited Edition Hollywood Mystique color collection by Mary Kay.







Visit this link to find out more:
Hollywood Mystique Trend

Thursday 6 September 2012

PAMPER THOSE PRETTY FEET!

You can have your own personal FOOT SPA in the comfort and convenience of your own home - no appointment with your favourite spa necessary!




NEW! Limited-Edition Mary Kay Mint Blossom Pedicure Set which includes:
  • 1 Mint Blossom Foot Scrub
  • 1 Mint Blossom Icy Foot Gel
  • 1 Emery Board
  • 1 Pair Toe Separators
  • 1 Trendy Mesh Bag

3 steps:
  1. Soak: Use an inflatable foot bath and fill with warm water to the top of your ankles. Drop 2-3 foot fizzies into water for a burst of fizz. Soak feet for at least 10 minutes. Pat feet dry.
  2. Scrub: For an all-over foot rub, use the Foot Scrub on the soles, sides and top of feet. Rinse and pat dry.
  3. Soften: Massage Icy Foot Gel starting with top of foot moving in the direction from toe to ankle. Then moving to the side of foot, make circular motions with your thumb and finger adding pressure in areas such as heel or ball of the foot. Start from the top and work your way down.







Thursday 16 August 2012

NEW! MARY KAY LASH LOVE WATERPROOF MASCARA




 Show your lashes some love with this formula that lasts for 10 hours or more.  Holds up through sweat, rain, tears, humidity and water.  Lashes appear fuller, lifted and multiplied.









Friday 13 July 2012

THE ART OF NATURE COLLECTION

With an earth-inspired color palette, this bold collection reinterprets the beauty of coral reefs, canyon rocks and the richness of the rainforest.  Winter's elegant hues give way to spring's glowing colors.  It's a time to embrace nature's elements and find style in simplicity.



 
With the limited-edition Mary Kay The Art of Nature Collection, important fashion elements of abstract art meld with the latest innovations in nature-enriched beauty.

 
Limited-Edition Mary Kay Dual Lip Glaze
 - Glistening Sand / Warm Coral / Redwood
 
Limited-Edition Mary Kay Natural Cheek Tint

 - Pink Pearl

Limited-Edition Mary Kay Fluid Eye Color
 - Pearl / Sandstone / Driftwood / Springleaf












YOUR BEST SUMMER SKIN

NEW!  Mary Kay Sun Care Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 50...
 
is here just in time for the summer days!  It's perfect for consumers looking for a high level of sun protection.  Time to head outdoors for some fun in the sun!






Skin Cancer is the No. 1 most common cancer, but fortunately, it is highly preventable.  Scientific studies have determined that daily use of sunscreen can reduce your chances of developing some forms of skin cancer.  You should select a sunscreen that blocks damaging rays, carries SPF of 15 or greater and is easy to apply.  Our Mary Kay Sunscreens do all three!


WHY SUNSCREEN?

A good sunscreen product should be "broad spectrum", containing ingredients that protects against both UVB and UVA rays.

Sunlight contains damaging ultraviolet B and A rays.  UVB rays are typically associated with sunburn; UVA rays cause sunlight-induced premature skin aging, wrinkling and age spots. Both UVB and UVA rays damage skin and can lead to skin cancer.

WHAT IS SPF?

The SPF, or Sun Protector Factor, of sunscreens is calulated by comparing the amount of time needed to cause sunburn on unprotected skin.  The amount of time it takes you to sunburn depends on your skin type, and the SPF number you need depends on how much time you expect to be outdoors.

IS A HIGHER SPF BETTER?

Higher SPF is good for people with highly photosensitive skin but do not provide incrementally more protection.  For example, an SPF70 blocks 98.6% of sunburn damage, only slightly higher than an SPF30 product.  You will also want to know that for daily use particularly on the face, an SPF15 to SPF50 is recommended.

USE & APPLICATION

Be sure to apply sunscreen generously to all exposed areas of skin and pay particularly to the face, ears, hands and arms.

Sunscreens should be reapplied regularly at least every 2 hours or after swimming or perspiration (sweating).  Mary Kay SPF50 Sunscreen is designed to be very water-resistant and is specially formulated for use on the face and body.

To recap, the best sunscreen in the one you actually put on!



So give your skin the protection it deserves, keeping it beautiful and healthy!



Tuesday 10 July 2012

CONFIDENTLY AGELESS...PERFECTLY FLAWLESS




Confidently ageless...
Perfectly flawless.

You can now benefit:
  • Firmer & younger-looking skin
  • Less visible fine lines & wrinkles
  • Less noticeable pores
  • Improvement of overall skin tone

New AGE-FIGHTING Formula
  • Patented blend of collagen-building peptides, which help in strengthening & supporting the skin.
  • Vitamin E, which acts as an antioxidant to help neutralize environmental damage that can cause sign of aging.  Also known to have skin-conditioning & soothing benefits.









YOU CAN NEVER DO ENOUGH TO FIGHT AGAINST THE SIGN OF AGING





TimeWise Night Restore & Recover Complex
awakens the age-fighting potential of your skin at night with these benefits*:

  • Triggers collagen production*
  • Targets the skin matrix*
  • Helps skin recover from daily damage
  • Restores the skin barrier*

*Based on in vitro testing.


TimeWise Moisture Renewing Softener
gives you one more opportunity to get younger-looking skin.

  • It infuses skin with moisture
  • Helps minimize appearance of pores
  • Leaves skin looking brighter and healthier


Expert insight from Dr. Beth Lange, Mary Kay Chief Scientific Officer
"Studies have shown that night is the best to replenish the skin's dermal matrix and restore the skin barrier by giving skin what it needs to help it recover and restore itself from the stresses of everyday life."

"The actual size of our pores doesn't change as we age.  We talk about pores becoming larger, but in reality they're just more visible due to a slackening of the pore walls.  While it's not biologically possible to shrink the size of pores, you can minimize the appearance using TimeWise Moisture Renewing Softener."


AGELESS BEAUTY





Awaken your skin's age-fighting potential with TimeWise special Night Treatment products, boost and activate collagen, recover from daily damage and wake up to beautiful skin!




Being TimeWise:

Tip #1: The importance of a Beauty Sleep

Sleep is important for skin, just as it is important for overall physical and mental health and wellness.  The skin needs rest to recover from stress of the day: sun exposure, environmental pollution and so on.  Studies have shown that night is the best time to replenish the skin.

Get a good night's sleep, at least 7-8 hours and use the right skincare products at night to moisturize, restore and recover from the day's damage.  TimeWise Night Restore & Recover Complex and TimeWise Night Solution are the perfect nighttime partners for your skin!

Tip #2: Boosting Skin Renewal

As we age, skin's ability to renew itself and push out dead cells slows down.  It is important to have a regular exfoliation routine, at least 2x a week to maintain a healthy glow.  TimeWise Microdermabrasion is ideal for this.

Step 1: Refine contains tiny exfoliating crystals that immediately energize the skin, nourishing it, increasing oxygen and stimulating circulation.  It also reduces appearnace of pores by removing dead skin cells that form around them.

Step 2: Replenish softens and brings balance back, while also nourishing and protecting.

Use both to maintain that radiant, youthful glow!


BEAUTY EXPERT TIPS: APPLICATION TIPS FOR TIMEWISE NIGHT RESTORE & RECOVER COMPLEX





Application Tips for TimeWise Night Restore & Recover Complex
Facial massage techniques can help facial muscles relax and stimulate blood vessels under the skin.  The release of tension and fatigue through this relaxing, pampering experience helps prepare the skin and body for a restful night's sleep.

Recommended Amount: 
(Amount may vary for different face size and application behaviour)
Face: 2 pumps, Neck: 1 pump


DEAR LASHES, I LOVE YOU!




Mascara: Friend or foe?
Some women struggle in a love-hate relationship with their mascara.  While it helps lashes stand out, it can also sometimes look a bit overdone.  We've all seen it: a beautiful look ruined by clumpy, heavy-looking lashes that are smudged, flaky and in a word - disastrous.  While terrible lashes can ruin your look, fabulous lashes can take your look to another level.  Well-defined, lush lashes make any look appear more polished.  And when they are free from clumps, smears and flakes, they look healthier and more natural-looking.  That's where the right mascara comes in.

Formula + Brush = Mascara Perfection
Your mascara formula should work with its mascara brush to get the lash look you love - perfect, well-defined lashes.  For lashes with perfect definition and volume, the best brush for the job is a flexible, sculpted brush that can separate and coat even the fine, hard-to-reach lashes.  Combine that with a water-resistant formula, developed with strong pigments for deep color - you've got the perfect recipe for lashes that say "look at me" in all the right ways.  So if you can also find a formula that actually strengthens and conditions your lashes while it flirts, separates and volumizes them, that's a mascara you can't live without.

Key Ingredients
Panthenol-Pro Complex - This exclusive complex contains Pro Vitamin B5 (panthenol) and phytantriol, ingredients commonly used in shampoos and conditioners that together attract moisture from the air and bind it to hair.  When used in mascara, this complex adds moisture to eyelashes and helps make the mascara easier to apply.

Vitamin E (Tocopheryl Acetate) - An antioxidant known for its moisturizing and conditioning benefits.




Introducing The NEW! Mary Kay Lash Love Mascara

Defines - by separating & coating even the finest, hard-to-reach lashes.

Defends - your lashes against breakage & brittleness with its lash-loving ingredients Panthenol-Pro Complex and Vitamin E.

Delivers 4 times the volume without looking overdone.  Lashes look fuller, thicker, multiplied and naturally healthy!

Why you'll LOVE the new flexible, sculpted brush:
  • Reaches even tiny, hard-to-reach lashes.
  • Separates lashes.
  • Eliminates clumping - for cleaner and more precise application.
  • Delivers right amount of formula evenly on lashes.





Saturday 26 May 2012

SHARING & DOING GOOD - PINK CHANGING LIVES

Through its global corporate social responsibility initiative, Pink Changing LivesSM, Mary Kay is helping to change the lives of women and children around the world. Mary Kay’s largest global Pink Changing LivesSM initiative is its Beauty That Counts® campaign. Through Beauty That Counts®, Mary Kay is donating just under $4 million (USD) from the 2008, 2009 and 2010 worldwide sale of Beauty That Counts® Mary Kay® Crème Lipsticks to causes that change the lives of women and children around the world.


Join Mary Kay® in its worldwide efforts to change the lives of women and children through purchase of Limited-Edition* Lip Gloss @ RM48.  Comes in 2 shades - Inspiring (Clear Gloss) & Possibilities (Pink).


For over 45 years, Mary Kay remained committed to doing well by doing good. Some know it as Corporate Social Responsibility. We call it Pink Changing Lives.


Your generosity and kindness are greatly needed in supporting this charity work.

Your donations are giving victims of domestic violence a chance to heal, cancer sufferers hope for tomorrow and orphaned children a reason to smile.



With the purchase of your limited-edition Beauty That Counts® Mary Kay® NouriShine Plus™ Lip Gloss, you'll receive a built-in lip gloss sample to pass along to a friend.


Never stop sharing and doing good. The Lord delights in those who help the poor and needy.
 

 
 For orders, call me at 019 872 9232
or email me at gerasun@gmail.com
or just reply me here.






Monday 7 May 2012

How to Get Rid of Blemishes on Face

Are you afraid of going outside because of the blemishes and pimples on your face? Then only hiding yourself is not the solution you have to get some way to get back the confidence of clean and clear skin.
Blemishes on Face 
Problem of acne and blemishes is at its maximum for the teenagers but the people of other ages are also getting this problem, the major reason for these skin blemishes is that they are caused by those pores of skin that are clogged by oil and dust and the recent studies shows that stress is another major cause of such problems. Let me show you some of the ways by the help of which you’ll be able to get rid of the blemishes of skin and other acne problems.
  • First of all you have to take care of your daily skin care routine, wash you face daily with some perfume free face wash or soap at least daily. Try to go for that product which will cleanse up the impurities from skin without even drying it.
  • Cleansing should be performed daily at night before going to bed; you can go for any authenticated cleansing milk and after cleansing clear off the face with impurities with the help of some soft cloth or cotton.
  • After cleansing the face, apply some toner that will tighten you clean pores and will wash away the oil or dirt that might be left away even after cleansing.
  • A good home remedy for blemishes is to take an ice cube and wrap it in a dish towel or some other wash cloth, now hold this cube on the blemish for about 5 minutes; this procedure will help you to avoid redness and inflammation.
  • You can apply this procedure anytime when some blemish or pimple start appearing on your face.
  • If you have got blemishes on the face then don’t use any kind of scrub because it can cause the irritated skin to swell around the pores that can be a big cause of breakouts.
  • A best makeup solution to hide the blemishes is to use a concealer that will cleanly hide the blemishes without giving an extra tone to the skin, but for applying concealer always uses a brush and don’t touch the blemishes with your fingers.

http://www.coolhealthtips.com/how-to-get-rid-of-blemishes-on-face.html


Face Blemishes (Facial Blemishes)

What are Face Blemishes?
Face Blemishes or Facial Blemishes are dark patches or marks on the face due to pimples, boils, whiteheads, blackheads and other such skin conditions that tend to clog the pores of the skin. Extensive use of cosmetic products on the face may also cause the same.

This is a very common skin ailment.

In terms of cosmetics, choosing non-comedogenics over comedogenics is a valuable tip to avoid Face Blemishes considerably.

Causes and Symptoms of Face Blemishes
As already mentioned, Acne, Boils, Eczema, Blackheads, Whiteheads, AllergiesFreckles, Moles, Age Spots and other similar skin conditions and skin infections are the most common causes of Face Blemishes. 

Hormonal changes, stress, sunburn and environmental factors like pollution increase the risk of developing this problem not only on the face but on other parts of the body as well.

Factors like harsh weather conditions, presence of excess oil on the skin and use of cosmetic products like creams, foundations and other similar products containing strong chemicals also contribute in the development of blemishes on the face.

Females, in particular become more susceptible to blemishes on face and skin because of hormonal fluctuations during puberty, menstruation, pregnancy, menopause etc. 

Certain Face Blemishes like Port Wine Stains consisting of deep dilated capillaries in the skin are caused by caused by genetic predisposition. Such blemishes are usually present at birth and tend to remain on the skin throughout life.

Basically, Face Blemishes are marks or patches of dark pigmentation on the skin. Face and neck are the most common areas prone to this condition. Though, blemishes can also appear on the back or on the tongue.

Diet for Face Blemishes
A balanced and nutritious diet with special emphasis on vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc and selenium rich foods is highly beneficial in preventing Blemishes as well as facilitating the process of healing the existing ones.

Thus, positively include oranges, lemons, carrots, gooseberries, guavas, watermelons, red and yellow bell peppers, broccoli, beans and other important fruits, vegetables, seeds, nuts and whole grains in the diet.

Plus, stay away from fatty and oily foods and restrict the consumption of caffeinated items like tea, coffee and even chocolates.

Needless to add, drink adequate amount of water to keep the skin in a healthy and glowing condition. Follow these dietary measures and natural home remedies for Face Blemishes on a regular basis to eliminate this common skin problem naturally.

Thursday 3 May 2012

READ YOUR LIPS

Read your lips - are they CONFIDENT, SPONTANEOUS, SOPHISTICATED or TRENDY?
What does your lip color say about you?
 
 
PINKS
The woman who treasures a pink lip shade possesses a beauty that never goes out of style. Classy and feminine, she’s the measure of a true lady. But don’t be surprised to discover a fun, flirty side winking beneath the pink.
MK Lip Colors: Pink Sateen / Pink Satin / Pink Passion / Pink Luster / Pink Parfait
METALS
A metallic finish is the perfect shade for a girl on the cutting edge of fashion. She knows how to add that extra something to make any outfit go from simple to amazing. And when it comes to the next new thing, you can bet she’s already there.
MK Lip Colors: Copperstar / Sheer Blush / Gametfrost
BERRIES
You’ll find shades of berry on the lips of a woman living life to the fullest. She’s energetic, enthusiastic and walks into a room with confidence. It’s no wonder she’s drawn to a lip shade as lively as the life she’s leading.
MK Lip Colors: Apple Berry / Boysenberry / Sparkle Berry
NEUTRALS
Don’t be fooled by demure lips in neutrals. When it comes to expressing her style, this woman knows how to make a bold statement. Spend an afternoon with her, and you’ll learn to expect the delightfully unexpected.
MK Lip Colors: Fancy Nancy / Sheer Blush / Shell / Toffee
TAWNIES
For the sophisticated woman, tawnies are the lip shade of choice. Gifted with impeccable taste, she appreciates the fine things in life from beautiful art to artisan coffee. When it comes to perfecting her pucker, only a shade of tawny will do.
MK Lip Colors:  Mango Tango / Icy Peach / Sun Burst / Sunset
REDS
She’s confident and sophisticated. She’s glamorous, trendy and classic all at the same time. She’s true to the end, and her beauty spans a lifetime. What more can we say about the woman in red?
MK Lip Colors: Red

Monday 23 April 2012

GOOD NEWS FOR ALL EX-ACNE PEOPLE!!

To those who were mercilessly 'attacked' by acne in your younger days which left those ugly scars or pock marks on your beautiful/handsome faces..worry no more!!  Good news awaits you for there's hope!!  All you need to do is invest in these very good products and you'll be on your way to having smooth, clear skin!!


TimeWise® Replenishing Serum+C




Formulated with multiple botanical sources of vitamin C, the powerful serum delivers clinically-proven benefits that can transform your skin. The patent-pending formula absorbs quickly and is formulated to reinforce the production of collagen and elastin, leaving youthful contours restored. Skin will look firmer, and its resiliency will be enhanced. Wrinkles will appear noticeably diminished. Plus, skin will be fortified against free-radical damage. Let the transformation begin. 


TimeWise® Replenishing Serum+C is formulated with multiple botanical sources of vitamin C to provide clinically proven benefits that can transform your skin by:
  • Reinforcing the production of collagen and elastin, leaving youthful contours restored
  • Lessening the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, reducing them in length, depth and number
  • Improving skin clarity so the complexion looks brighter and illuminated
  • Fortifying skin against free radical damage that can result in skin looking older than it is




Plus, it contains ingredients known to enhance the production of new collagen, help keep existing collagen from breaking down and support elastin.


  • Acerola Cherry
  • Kakadu Plum
  • Pomegranate


http://www.marykay.com.my/replenishingC.aspx


TimeWise® Microdermabrasion Set

Instant Results
Fight fine lines, refine pores and achieve beautifully smooth skin – immediately – with this simple, two-step set.

Step 1: Refine is an advanced exfoliator using the same professional grade exfoliating crystals used by dermatologists, to immediately energize skin and reveal more radiant, healthy-looking skin.

Step 2: Replenish separates the set from the competition. It's a rich serum, containing vitamins, antioxidants and anti-irritants. This serum nourishes the soft, smooth skin revealed by Step 1: Refine.

Try it! Love it!
These results were experienced after just one week.**
85% saw improvement in skin texture.
73% saw a reduction in fine lines.
71% saw smaller-looking pores.