It is a fad? Does it work? The long and short of it is yes. Often it is just a buzz word, fad or marketing ploy. Yes, it can work. You just have to sift through the B S. which can be the biggest challenge. Marketing plays on our emotions attached to any situation, including here, our desire to be well, healthy and “on point” or cool and on trend.The last several years you can’t read any magazine, media feed or news of any sort without hearing how to be well, or about the latest key ingredients to avoid or to use , or some fad diet or detox juice plan etc.The truth is that detox is best as a lifestyle. Sorry to burst the bubble but, no matter how you slice it, there really isn’t a quick fix!I’ve been a bit of a “health nut” almost my entire life. At the age of nineteen and twenty, i had a personal trainer and nutritionist. I grew up dancing and have remained active and fit my entire life. I’ve always been naturally drawn to reach for things that are on the healthier side to put in my body.Here are some ways of “being” or mindset that I subscribe to around this stuff which I hope will help you.On a daily basis or as a part of my general ”rules of life” , I subscribe to the 80/20 rule.Meaning…if you are good 80% of the time, the other 20% won’t matter (for the most part of course.)Whatever you are doing, enjoy it!When you are eating something more decadent or sugary-like, such as a dessert of some sorts, or even if you are having that second cup of coffee or glass of wine, there is something about enjoying every morsel of it and how your body will receive it.If you are eating something and cursing yourself for eating thing thing you “shouldn’t” be having, the cells of your body will not be cooperating optimally to break down /absorb any nutrition from it! Versus when you are in “alignment” with yourself and what you are eating, all your cells are cooperating to assist your body in optimal absorption and processing of the food so you will get the most out of it!Can you accelerate the detox process?What WILL work to detoxify the body?Yes, we can accelerate the detox process by making it easier for your body to process what you are putting in!Here’s how…1. Getting enough water in to actually be able to flush out waste is essential! I know you’ve heard this over and over but are you really doing it? Most people are chronically dehydrated! You need a goal and system to make it happen, so here’s the formula:Take your body weight and divide it by 2. This is the number of ounces you personally need per day. Keep in mind this is your baseline, like what your body needs to function rate. For every cup of caffeine or alcohol, counter balance with cup for cup of water. Knowing your baseline and factoring in how much caffeine/alcohol you typically drink will make all the difference in the world for you to actually making it happen.2. Eat your food closets to its natural state. When it comes to food, convenience is the enemy! If it’s in a box/package, it’s not going to be the healthiest, most fresh /nutrient dense choice.3. Eating lighter. Some doctors /nutritionist recommend eating vegetarian or doing a juice fast one day a week to give your organs a rest and recoup period so they can purge a bit and function optimally to actually break down your food properly.4. Don’t drink water with your meals! Water washes away your natural enzymes interfering with the digestive process. Wait 30 minutes after or drink 30 minutes in advance of meals, just not at the time you are eating.5. Use enzymes to digest your food. This is especially helpful when you know you have a hard time eating /digesting certain foods, and or are eating larger/denser meals or drinking alcohol and could use the extra assistance.Can you accelerate the detox process via salon treatment? You betcha!I love infrared technology! I have always been a big fan of using infrared saunas to replicate a workout in the body allowing for a purging and mini detox if you will. Infrared heats the body up to 110 degrees where fat melts and the cells literally crack open to release waste into the kidney and liver to be processed and removed by the body.When i found the infra slim body system, is was a no brainer to incorporate personally and professionally. It takes the process a step further assisting the body in removing the waster/ toxins using a lymphatic drainage pumping action. It’s genius, painless, and with multiple benefits.I have another new cutting edge device to assist in this process as well.Introducing, Osmosis Body Sculpt.
Osmosis state of art Body Contouring System uses advanced micro current technology to tone, tighten and detox specific areas of the body that are hard to target through diet and exercise. It’s unique frequencies elicit movement that stimulate the breakdown of toxins, drain excess fluid, and tone the determined area. With just one session of ++Sculpt you will see results instantly.And neither of these devices are painful to use. Some contraindications apply.So, why wait? Get your cells functionally optimally and your body looking its best now.I don’t know about you but I am going to keep them guessing my age forever!Learn more about the Osmosis Body SculptWhy Weight? Try Me PackageGet a 2 session introduction series and if you love it as much as we do, we’ll apply the cost to a 10 session series!Intro Session Includes:* Two (2) Sculpt Sessions* Set of Electrode Pads* 30 Day Supply of Osmosis Melt
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Get a 2 session introduction series and if you love it as much as we do, we’ll apply the cost to a 10 session series!Now For a Limited TimeIntro Session Includes Two (2) Sculpt SessionsBalance must be paid in full at 3rd session. Osmosis Sculpt should be done 1 - 2 times per week. Single sessions $150, package of 10 - $999.Buy and Try Package
NEW Online Store – Transition Time!
You may have noticed that we’re in the process of changing over from our “Mind Body Store” to streamlining our online store right into our main website.Here’s what you need to know about these changes.You can use the online store and checkout as a guest or create a new user account following the instructions below.
Already had a customer account on our old system?
- Easily Create your NEW ACCOUNT by going to My Account page, adding your email address and a password.
- Save and Write down your information (or save login to computer) – somewhere safe!
- On the My Account page, you will need to
- enter your First and Last Name and
- type your password into the “Old Password” *** (yes the one you just added)
- AND type same password into the NEW Password field(s) (New Password and Confirm New Password) – (you are typing your password 3x total.
- You can also “EDIT” your Billing Address and Shipping Address right away.
New Customer?
Follow the same directions as above to create your new user account or checkout as our guest.You can also create an account during the checkout process.If you experience any issues creating your account on the new system, please contact us and we’ll look into it for you.Once you have create a log in, you can log in and start shopping anytime! You will be able to
- view your cart
- apply any coupons codes given
- checkout using Paypal, Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express
- view your orders online
- view status of your orders
What’s coming….
We are also adding a booking system direct inside the website so you can easily create appointments.A new online system is also being implemented to order products online for in-store pickup and payments!Plus we’re working on a new REWARDS system rolling out this Spring!Lots of great things ahead. We appreciate you and want to make your entire experience convenient with one log in and direct through our website. Thanks for being a customer and we truly appreciate your feedback as we roll-over to the new systems.
Lip Trends You’ll Love!
Wave goodbye to boring lips! 
There’s a new beauty trend in town and it’s easy to achieve. By using concealer and your favorite lipstick you can achieve this sexy new trend.Move over lined lips and achieve the look of blurred lines as this new translucent look allows the lip to “fade” into the skin. 
Allure has perfected the blurred line look with different depths of blurring effect.We recommend trying the New Matte Diva Goddess that looks great not only on your lips but makes you look stunning in print and photo’s.Come in for a personal makeover or shop with us online to see more of our new makeup now!
Proudly Introducing New Line of Product: Ocosmedics
I am so proud to announce that we are now featuring Ocosmedics, the award wining, best selling, 5 star, NEW high performance, professional strength line from Australia.Ocosmedics is using cutting edge formulation and technology to perfection.Some of the best things about the line are both the use of high concentration of niacidmide (vitamin b3) which moves blood, increasing circulation, healing and results, as well as the super potent peptides for firming and rebuilding chains of amino acids or proteins which means new skin for you! Here are a few of the favorites below.
Lotus Skin Primer
B3 Plus
Immortal Cream
Sk1n True Foundation in Natural #300
Sk1n True Foundation in Amber #400Clients Love this product. Here’s what their saying:Sk1n True Foundation…I love it! It works really well covering the pigmentation and I don’t need any powder underneath.I do set it a little on top but I’m happier with this makeup than the one i was getting from you that was discontinued and that one was my favorite!Immortal Cream …“It changed my skin overnight! ” AND “My new favorite cream.”We’re proud to be able to offer this NEW incredible product through Lisa Eddy Skincare.
Check out more of our Oscomedics Line – click here
Why choosing the right Makeup is so important
People underestimate the importance of using “clean” and healthy makeup. When I use the term “clean” while referring to a product, I mean it to be both free of ingredients that are clogging our pores as well as unsafe or harmful ingredients that are potentially carcinogenic as well as ones that are weakening and breaking down our skin’s immunity and integrity regularly and slowly.As we break down the integrity this means our skin won’t ward off bad bacteria so efficiently and can be more subject to irritation (rashes/redness/discoloration/acne – you name it), weakening our over all immunity, function and performance of your skin.Our skin’s function is basically to protect our internal parts and continue to reproduce and grow healthy cells.When we compromise the immunity of this barrier function, we are compromising the skin’s function essential meaning our skin won’t be thriving in creating healthy cell mode but, instead is sluggish (weaker) state which ultimately results in visibly “aging” skin.Another thing, clients don’t often understand, is that spending more money on makeup doesn’t guarantee non-clogging, non-toxic or formulations – free of some of the most irritating factors such as artificial fragrance and dyes that degrade our skin’s integrity and immunity, causing long term effects and comprising our aging process.I know we grow to love and count on particular coverage and effects from makeup and I often hear clients say “I only wear it once a week or maybe a couple of times a month” in defense of the clogging product. The thing is, if the makeup you are using clogs your skin, it doesn’t matter if you wear it once a week or once a month, it WILL clog or cause breaks outs as a result from as little as one use.Since there is never really a good time to break out I recommend starting fresh with clean ingredients once you know better! In addition the crap (in my professional terms) that is found in makeup is astounding. Did you know that tar has been found in mascara? The dyes and toxicities found in lipsticks are frightful. When you realize how much lipstick we “eat” as a result of applying it on our lips, it gets you thinking.The good news is, that some makeup is actually GOOD for your skin – extensions of skincare – nourishing, anti-oxidant’s protecting & conditioning whether it’s the for the lashes, lips or the face, makeup or powder! This means you are getting more benefits from your makeup rather than commonly clogging or degrading the skin… basically makeup that is multi-tasking and who doesn’t want that!
Let’s Look in Your Makeup Bag!
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Daily Facial Maintenance
Are you seeing stress and age creeping in? Have you neglected your skin a bit and want to advance to your #skingoals faster? We have all been there and even though it can be hard to find the time, or even know what to do, it’s important we keep our skin goals as a priority in our daily beauty routines.If your looking for a way to give your skin optimal care try a series of facial treatments. A series is defined as a set of treatments, where you will come in more frequently from a few to several sessions, on a weekly basis. This will kick up your game and progress much further and faster than you can with the monthly maintenance. This is often done 1-2 x per year as a way to keep your skin looking optimal and slowing down the signs of aging.Skin care protocol for home. Although we recommend regular visits to a skin care professional if you can’t come in monthly, adjusting your homeware regimen can be “just what the doctor ordered.” As seasons change, so do our skin needs. Check your cabinets at home to be sure you aren’t letting old products pile up and spoil, or using things that just don’t work for you anymore. You can come in for a skin care consult and see if its time to use them up or toss them! Ramping up and adjusting products at home can be a total skin savior right about now in the thick of this cold spell we are having in San Francisco!If you aren’t sure what is best for your skin, that’s ok too. Professionals, like myself, are here to do assessments and give you the breakdown on what would really be best for your skin. Don’t hesitate to ask.
The internal work must also be done which is about changing the way we see and speak to ourselves, the words we use. Words are very powerful, they are either a blessing or a curse. We typically would never speak to a friend or loved one the way we do ourselves and if we want to feel better shifting the language is the essential first step.You must change the dialogue. Speak to yourself the way you would the person you love the most (which should be you but you may need to work your way to that.) Years ago, I used to have a harsh dialogue with myself. It was so automatic. I had to re-learn how to use my words in a more loving way starting with myself first.We must take the wise words from this beauty, India Arie from her hit song Video. ” I learned to love myself unconditionally because I am a queen.”
Love Every Inch Of Your Body and Then Some
Do you embrace and love every inch of you? Or do you struggle to see the beauty in yourself when you look in the mirror? Do you see how you have “aged” or where your face and body aren’t the way they used to be? If so, it may be time for a little more self love and acceptance, as well as an action plan! Time for a little internal and physical makeover if you will.The physical work to address is about how can we improve the outside appearance to feel our most beautiful in our skin now. Figure out what is it that you can change and do it! Take positive action steps toward having the best healthiest version of your body and skin while loving you where you are now. There certainly is a correlation with looking good and feeling good.Here are my suggestions for changing the way you look and feel in your skin & body. Sometimes we need to accelerate or give a little boost to kick start the progress to get where we want to be just like when we first start our workouts and then move to maintenance mode. This is when a series of treatments is in order.Love your body:Ready to loose fat & inches? Cellulite? Are you exhausted? Have a slow metabolism? Unmotivated? Bloated? Feeling heavy?Do a series of the Infra Slim Detox. Created by a naturopath doctor, this revolutionary device uses infrared technology and lymphatic drainage to melt fat and move waste out of the cells/body. It helps kick start the metabolism, ener
gizes the body, reduces body fat and so much more! Because it works holistically, it helps balance the body and provides a general sense of well-being.I have been working with the unit for close to a year now and have had many clients have wonderful success with pain reduction (reduces swelling), fat loss, inches lost, detox, and increased energy. A client the other day who said, “After I do this, I feel like I have just completed a session of yoga.”The number of sessions you need to do per week will vary depending upon your goals. You can learn more about that here.Your body isn’t the only part you should be loving. Remember that taking care of the skin on your face is just as important too.When we put ourselves first we open the door to a healthier us. We allow ourselves the extra strength and energy needed to give our day that extra attention it needs. When we look good and feel good about ourselves, we have more energy and willingness to give back to the world.
Replenish & Detox now to Rise and Shine Come Spring!
I can’t believe it is almost the end of January already! I swear time is moving faster. I personally am working on starting off 2017 with new healthy habits and systems for my personal life. These habits will allow me to level up, accomplish my dreams and goals, and to feel and look great doing it. Even though we are growing up, we don’t have to look like it. Truly. Thank god for good skincare, wellness products, and tools. We are blessed to have the understanding that today we can take care of our bodies and how they function to best assist ourselves in optimal well-being and ageless beauty.We have been having such a cold, wet winter here in San Francisco which has been really fertile ground to go inside (literally and figuratively) to replenish and detox. I have been in hibernation mode really milking this time…going to bed early and rising early…drinking chicken broth as tea and eating root vegetables… really taking care of myself.Speaking of taking care of myself, a couple of weeks ago, I woke up and decided to get off wine for 3 weeks. It was a sort of impulse but I knew that was the right thing to do now which made it easier. Likely it was also easier because of all the other ways, and healthy habits I have been consistent in as part of this replenish & detox way of life this season. What I didn’t realize is how dependent my body has become on sugar. I take great pride in eating well and not eating much sugar. I don’t add sugar to coffee or indulge much in sweets but I had got into the habit of having a glass (or two) of wine a night. I got to the point where it was such a habit that I wasn’t even really enjoying it but rather had just come to associate coming home and relaxation with pouring a glass of wine. This is exactly why I decided it was time for a break! Since nothing great happens by chance, I knew it was time for me to do something different.Interesting because I really pay a
attention to being mindful and creating my life and being willing to look at what is “coming up” for healing so to speak. I had been listening to a talk recently by Marianne Williamson where she said something that really spoke to me. She was speaking about the state of the world (like who isn’t these days?) and how we got where we are. and about how we are all using things to “numb out” or take off “the edge.” This is of course, the problem. Then she said, “the edge is the work”. Wow, how right on is that? This got me thinking and reflecting. I certainly don’t want to numb out life or sugar coat things, lol pun intended so I knew it was time for me to do a little detox of sorts.Although, here is what i did realize, I definitely noticed a little anger coming up as well as all of a sudden having sugar cravings. Fortunately, a client of mine who had stopped sugar, gluten, dairy etc the week before, came in a day or two after I had started the detox. I forgot she had purchased the new Sugar Detox Harmonized Water by Osmosis. She reported back to me that it had really helped her with the sugar cravings. I cracked open a bottle as soon as she left and within a day or two, my sugar cravings had also stopped from using this am & pm.Here is what I am doing to feel and look good and to make things happen for myself:AM.
- Drinking a large glass of water first thing, preferably warm with lemon
- Meditate /pray. Even just a few minutes a day to set intentions and connect.
- Working out 20-30 minutes every single day.
- Reading 10-20 either am or pm.
- Reviewing my dreams and goals to stay motivated and on target.
- Listen to inspirational/motivational talks /youtube videos while getting ready.
PM.Reviewing my “I am” phrases before bed to connect with my intentions before going into dream state. I am well able. I am healthy. I am abundant… etc.Tools:Sugar Detox Harmonized Water am & pm.
I am using the Infra-slim Detox System 2 -3 x per weekI am also doing a series of the Micro Current Facial on myself to keep my skin looking lifted, youthful and its working!! I highly recommend a series of treatments to accelerate the progress and then maintaining the results. When you look good you feel good. When you feel good you look good. When you look good and feel good, you do better all around at this game called life.Hope this was inspiring for you!
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Ending the Year on a Positivity note
We are heading into a brand new year, and we know that so many people are creating this year’s resolutions. Most people plan to lose weight, earn more money, quit smoking/drinking/tv and exercise more. These are all important behaviors to improve our lives. But, we want to add a new and perhaps more important thing to your list. That is, having a positive mind set.It will have grand affects on your health!It’s clear that positivity has been a concept that most people say in passing. They mention it when others are feeling ‘down’. They mention it when others are having a bad day, week, month. People use the word “positive” all the time. Well, we’re going to use it, again, but this time, we are using it to encourage and inspire great health and prosperity in health so that 2017 greets you and your body with strength and an abundance of energy.To be clear, a positive mindset is not only about the things that we say out loud. Anyone can pretend, out loud, that they are completely positive. They can use positive and affirming words, but if their mindset is still negative, their health will be affected.A positive mindset is really about how you look at a situation, time or person. A positive mindset releases, very quickly, the idea that something ‘bad’ will last forever. A positive mindset, as cheesy as this sounds, reminds you that the sun rises in the morning, and your troubles won’t last, forever. For example, if your doctor says that your knee is permanently damaged, a positive mindset can move past the doctor’s words and state that your knee is on a path of recovery and is getting better and better every day.Now, of course, it is always easier to say something than it is to do something. So, we wanted to leave you with a few pointers of positive mindset action and keeping your body healthy for 2017.
- Allow negative thoughts to pass through your mind. Don’t fight having them. Fighting negative thoughts will exhaust you and have negative repercussions on your health.
- Create a mantra that you have written around your home and can recite to yourself when you wake up and when you go to sleep. This mantra can include ideas around your health, your body, your success, your family-anything that you want!
For example: I am whole and perfectly well. Each day, I am loved and give love to others. My thoughts and my behavior are aligned, and I can constantly getting better and better at what I love to do.Mantras are fantastic at maintaining a positive mindset and increasing great health.
- Find a positive mindset partner. This partner is a person who is willing to be honest and vulnerable with you, too. Together, you can voice when something is heavy on you and solution seek another way to see the situation. You will help to keep each other healthy through your minds!
- Search for a positive mindset podcast, YouTube speaker or personality. We live in a media based society which means that, as long as you have a cellular device or computer and the internet, you will always have access to this gurus ideas. They can guide you through meditation, if that’s your thing, or simply remind you about all of the good in the world. Either way, a positive mindset guru will serve as encouragement and insight for your own mindset and keeping yourself strong and healthy.
A positive mindset is key to your health. This year, chose to see your health as bigger than pills and doctors. This year, take your health in your own hands and create a positive mindset!
Why getting proper sleep helps keep skin looking fresh
Sleep is that ingredient that makes all the difference to our skin. We all know that a major component of better skin, and better health for that matter, is sleep. Current habits, such as multitasking overload, technology use and alcohol/caffeine consumption inhibit quality rest.If you are looking to freshen up, liven up and improve your skin, try to get some more shuteye in your nights. Make sure that you are able to get in some very deep sleep so that your body can do all that it wants to do to repair itself. This means getting comfortable and cozy and releasing some stress.But, why? Why do we need to sleep to keep our skin looking fresh?Well, while we sleep, our body goes into reparation mode. This means, it begins to ‘heal’ itself on a cellular level and helps to clear away things that our body doesn’t want or need. Without going into the jargon and detail. Sleeping is the one ‘thing’ that really could be the answer to all the beauty prayers. In fact, one of Audrey Hepburn’s beauty secrets was lots of sleep!Sleeping helps in the following areas of our skin…
- Skin elasticity. Our skin, when young, is supple and tight. Over time, the skin will degrade and becomes less so. Sleeping helps our body to regenerate, and therefore, slow down that process keeping our skin looking supple.
- Our eyes. Everyone speaks about ‘bags under the eyes’. In fact, it is almost our number one indicator that someone just hasn’t had enough rest. Sleeping helps to keep our lymph moving which keeps our skin from creating dark circles around our eyes.
- Blemishes. If you are prone to blemishes or other skin conditions, sleeping will help your body replenish itself by replenishing your immunity. That is not to say that sleep will fix all of your skin problems, but it will certainly make matters worse if you don’t have enough sleep and will aid in the healing process when we are getting enough!
- Weight and metabolism. When we don’t sleep well, our metabolism and digestion is not working at its optimal level and we often crave carbohydrates for energy, which over time can mean weight gain. When the appropriate amount will give you the right boost necessary to be active in your day, which, of course, is crucial to keeping your skin looking fresh and your metabolism working.
- Your overall look. Everyone knows what you haven’t had enough sleep. They comment all day, “you look tired”. Sleep helps you to look replenished and rested because all of your organs aren’t having to work so hard being depleted and over-loaded.
Watch Soon as I will share some great tips for distressing to aid in optimal z’s!
How to keep them guessing your true age!
You may be young now, but you won’t be young forever and the goal is to keep them guessing!!It is important to get into the habit of taking proper care of your skin. This piece is a comprehensive guide to taking care of your skin as you age.There are some key things to remember when taking care of skin, and they are important to begin implementing while your skin holds its elasticity, so you have the require knowledge and habits it takes to maintain healthy, vibrant skin. Just like with our health, prevention is best!The following tips are our tips for graceful aging and how to maintain great skin while you age.Tip # 1. Create a daily cleansing routine.This tip almost seems useless because we all know that we have to wash our faces, but how many people actually wash correctly is the questions. Most people don’t know that it really takes time to get truly clean skin.Everything we use on truly clean skin is going to work better because there isn’t a barrier of residual makeup, dirt, oil, food… you name it! Even if you don’t wear makeup, you are wearing the environment. In a city, you are also wearing some serious pollution.Really taking the time to massage your cleanser in morning & night for 2 minutes makes ALL the difference in the world. The bonus is that you aren’t just getting truly clean skin and getting active ingredients deeper into the skin, you are also stimulating your circulation, lymph, toning & beautifying your skin.Not all cleansers are created equal. Since the cleansing sets the tone for how your skin will respond to everything else we apply after it, it is uber important that we have a cleanser that cleans the skin without stripping or drying or leaving a residue. This is where the pros come in. Speak with a skin care specialist to help you to determine which cleanser is best for your skin.A cleanse once in the morning and once before you sleep does not not actually take that much time, it is just a matter of creating the habit which will greatly benefit your skin in the future.Tip # 2. Use moisturizer.Yes, you hear this one all the time, too. But, it is essential to realize how moisturizer benefits our skin and helps us maintain a vibrant and healthy glow.Like cleansing, be sure to moisturize twice a day. Be sure to apply your moisturizer while your skin is slightly damp so that it can absorb the moisturizer (one recommended by your skin care specialist) and do what it is set out to do; moisturize your skin and keep it feeling full and moist.Tip # 3. Drink water.This tip has been up for debate for quite sometime. The question surrounding drinking water is about how much water one should drink in a day. Well, the facts still remains. Our bodies are made up of mostly water; therefore, it is important for us to drink a sufficient amount of water to help keep our body functioning.All of our organs function better when hydrated and our skin is the largest organ of our body! Not only does it help plump it up, but it also helps it function optimally meaning it also heals better and prevents skin issues because it helps to flush out toxins and waste in our system as well as aiding in sleep cycles, which, is another factor in maintaining naturally beautiful skin.You need a goal to make it happen, so here’s the formula:Take your body weight and divide it by 2. This is the number of ounces you personally need per day. Keep in mind this is your baseline, like what your body needs to function rate. For every cup of caffeine or alcohol, counter balance with cup for cup of water. Knowing your baseline and factoring in how much caffeine/alcohol you typically drink will make all the difference in the world for you to actually making it happen.Tip # 4. You guessed it; get enough sleep.In 2016, we are inundated with a culture of hustling, “going as hard as we want to breathe” and never quitting. This is all valid wisdom. However, not resting and not sleeping is detrimental to our skin, especially as we “grow up”. So, get some z’s.The most important time for rejuvenation is between 10pm and 2 am. This is when our healing hormones kick in. Everybody is different so it is important to listen to yours to get the amount of sleep you need. It is said that between 6 – 8 hours is typically the amount that is necessary to achieve appropriate REM sleep and allow your skin to feel rested and healthy.Tip # 5. You are what you eat!We all know the obvious things like fried /greasy food is bad for us, as is excess sugar, and alcohol, and processed foods. But sometimes we aren’t super clear on what we should eat. Eat your food as close as you can to its natural state!I always say “convenience is the enemy when it comes to food. So bring your attention to this. Whenever you are turning to a package or jar, or container of remade something or another, that’s likely not so good. Kick up your fruits and vegetables. Once in the habit, its not so hard.I like to delegate a day a week to prepare some dishes and chop some veggies so I can grab and go on the busiest of days and feel good about what I am putting in my body.And, tip # 6. BE GENTLE.We are often hard on our skin and scrub all types of products and ointments on it without a clue what they actually do. Consult with a skin care specialist so that you can be as gentle with your skin as you deserve.You won’t be young forever, but these are some tips to help you maintain healthy, vibrant skin for life. Taking proper care of your skin can make all the difference to your future skin, and to keep them guessing your age!
Facials and the Wise Woman
Facials are not only fun girl time, but they are also important for women as we gain more time on this earth. After the age of 40, we become wiser, more confident, and, from my perspective, more beautiful. Yes, our skin changes, and, yes, the elasticity begins to take a new form. This is all part of the process of “growing up”.Most health and beauty blogs are intended to shame or guilt women into doing things with their faces and bodies. In this blog, however, we want to get women, over 40, excited about facials and all of the ways that we can best tend to our beautifully changing skin.So, why get facials when you’re over 40?Well, first, it’s great self care time. If the idea of ‘self-care’ is foreign to you, we want to remind you that you, your time, and your skin are all very important! Facials are great ways to remind yourself of your beauty. It is also nice to get away either by yourself or with a girlfriend. We know that most don’t usually put this part first, but we know how hard you work, so it’s only right that we tell you to take care of yourself by getting a facial every 3 to 4 weeks. This is an optimal time frame both for vanity and sanity!Alright, for those of you who are more technical, getting a facial also has many physical health benefits.The top 4 reason that women after the age of 40 need to be getting routine facials are…Reason #1. A good facial will help to clean and clear pores.It’s not the same as when we were teenagers, of course, we are less worried about pimples, but, having clear pores gives us the opportunity to flush out already used skin, dirt and debris that have been sitting on our faces for who knows how long. Facials give us that feeling of a clean face. Clean pores, somehow, just make us feel fabulous!Reason #2. A good facial for a woman over 40 will create a healthy complexion.Now, the intention here is not to indicate that your skin is unhealthy because of age, but that a facial will help to clear up days, and possibly, years of sun and air on your face. It will leave your skin feeling vibrant. Healthy, vibrant skin is a bonus in the morning. It is a nice way to wake up!Reason # 3. A good facial for those of us who are over 40, includes a massage that serves as a lymphatic drainage.WHAT? It’s ok.Quickly, our lymph nodes work as filters for substances in our bodies that mean us harm. With a good facial, you will receive a massage (or tools that do it for us) that will help to stimulate circulation which helps to move lymph which is basically moving waste, toxins and excess fluid to have you looking fresh and well, again. It also just feels really good.Reason #4. A good facial helps to alleviate stress.There is something about allowing an expert take care of you in this way! Please, go to an expert for your facials. They will often have wisdom and products to share with you to make your experience all the better. It can even be a little time out midday as a good “pick me up” before a work event, dinner or your next meeting. This timing will also help you to lower your stress levels and feel like the world is well again. It’s skin care, self care and soul care.As we “grow up”, we become more and more interesting, lovely and wise. Our skin just requires a little more love and care. Facials are the perfect way to show yourself that you are worth it! Thank god for good products and technology we know have at our fingertips.
Donation Drive For Woman and Children in Need
Help A Sister Out! Or a mother and her children! ?I feel particularly compelled to help woman and young girls who have been through trauma and what better time than NOW? This is a call to action for a donation drive for Casa De Las Madres.Casa De Las Madres
Ongoing items that are always helpful needed:Travel size shampoos/conditionersnew shoes any size (children and women)Feminine productsComposition notebooks (Mead – Black).Holiday drive list:Sheet sets – Twin Extra LongThermos with cup topPillowsHeating pads / Heated blankets (with timer)SlippersRobes*Please note, only new (unused) items will be accepted.FYI, another way to help is buy donating clothes to Chloe’s Closet & Bold Community Thrift. Tell them that you want the proceeds to go to Casa De Las Madres at the time.This donation drive starts now through Dec 31st.We will do one drop on Dec 13th and another at the end of the year!
Exfoliate your way to better skin on your face & body!
Our skin is the biggest organ our body. Even though we all know this, the ways that we take care of it need to be gentle and thoughtful, so we can sustain its beauty and youth. But, how? How do we take care of our skin in ways that will help us to glow and feel radiant? The easiest answer: to exfoliate. You can exfoliate your way to better skin.
Let’s start by talking about exfoliation. What is it?
Exfoliation is simply the process that removes dry skin from the surface. As we age, so does our skin. Our cell turnover slows down, increasing buildup and causing dry skin issues. This is natural. However, it is something that many people want to know how to change.Exfoliating is a gentle and revitalizing process that involves clearing away skin cells, prepping the skin to “receive” better, meaning the serums and moisturizers you apply post-exfoliation will work better.It can come in many different forms for different parts of the body. Of course, depending upon your needs, type of skin and lifestyle, different types of exfoliation will support the betterment of your skin.There are many types of exfoliation from scrubs (mechanical) to enzymes or acids (chemical). Some of the types of exfoliation are much more abrasive than others. Believe it or not, the proper formulation with enzymes and certain acids can be more gentle and effective and less irritating or potentially harmful than scrubs!It’s confusing as a consumer to know which type of exfoliation will benefit your skin and which formulas are actually safe and effective! Consult with an esthetician to help you determine what would be best for you and your skins needs so you can make an informed decision about making your skin better with the right type of exfoliant. I always say, find someone you like and trust and stick with them, so you can get what you want without harming your skin.But, why exfoliate? It is undeniable, when you walk into any health store you will find an isle with many exfoliating products, gloves, stones, gels, creams. The message is that there is a need to help our skin glow, and exfoliating (gently) is the key!
Here are the 5 benefits to exfoliate your skin:
- It helps you get your glow back!
- It helps with circulation, bringing the blood up to the surface of the skin which stimulates better healing and rejuvenation.
- It helps all of your active ingredients and creams get in deeper so they can actually do their job.
- It helps with dry/flaky skin.
- It helps clogged pores.
In a nutshell, exfoliating helps us to radiate. It really just lets our skin get better by releasing the old and allowing for the new. For a multi-taking woman, you can think of it as releasing the old thoughts or ways in life that no longer suit you as you get your exfoliation on. Thats what I do. Let one of us pro’s help you choose one that suits you, and let go of old skin, so you can allow your skin to truly shine!Here’s a few items to get you started with exfoliating…
Polish Enzyme/Firming Mask
Best Seller! Coupled with both lactic and enzymes, a gentle formulation along with firming properties! Even for sensitive skin!
- Exfoliates, firms and restores skin health.
- Enzyme-smoothing, peptide-firming, antioxidant mask.
- Mild, exfoliating mask that gives the skin a smooth, healthy appearance with each application. Leaves your skin protected and radiant.
- Provides a gentle firming effect and a radiant glow that lasts for many hours which leaves your skin firm, smooth and beautiful.
Phyto-Enzyme Exfoliant
A super versatile dry powder that can be mixed with cleanser, water or yogurt to add probiotic value!
- Enzyme action softens surface cells
- Skin is cleansed and gently exfoliated with nourishing herbs
- Antimicrobial ingredients support clear skin
Check out more great exfoliating products like body exfoliants, mitts, peels, masks and more!
Get Your Detox On!
Toxins are all around!It’s unfortunate but even the ‘health nuts’ of the world have toxins invading their bodies.Consider this, there are toxics ingredients in hairspray, nail products, gasoline, and the air in general and these are just a few on the list. It’s impossible to avoid all sources of toxins so we must do something about the buildup of these toxins in our bodies. This is why we should be detoxing every so often.
How often should you detox?
Detoxing is great to do on an ongoing consistent basis so the toxins do not build up in your system. It will help to stimulate your metabolism and allow your organs to work efficiently. You should, at least, do a detox seasonally and more frequently with extra stress, travel and over-indulgences!
What harm can the toxins cause?
The problem with toxic buildup is that we don’t know it’s happening. It’s only when we try to lose weight, or when the build up of toxins becomes critical, that we start to feel and notice the symptoms.Your body has a natural way of dealing with toxins in your liver and kidneys. However, when you’re bombarded all the time with an overabundance of toxins, entering your body, these two organs cannot deal with them properly. Some of the toxins will remain stored in your body. They will be locked up in fat cells.If you try to go on a quick weight-loss diet and you unlock these fat cells too rapidly you will suffer from high levels of toxins entering your system all at once.The lymphatic system is a network of tissues and organs that help rid the body of toxins, waste and other unwanted materials. When our body is overloaded, our natural flushing systems (lyphatic drainage system) also gets backed up making it harder to rid the toxins in our body. This leaves our system feeling sluggish and energy depleted. Our metabolism can be compromised and there is potential to lose mental focus.
What can I do to detoxify?
If you are interested in achieving greater levels of detoxification you can start by eating the right kinds of foods but often that isn’t enough to rid your body of the toxins it has been holding onto over the years. There needs to be a balance also between acidity and alkalinity. You need more alkalinity in the blood and less acidity. You also need to be eating far more fiber. A high fiber diet is going to prevent a whole range of disorders from bowel cancer to heart attacks and heart disease. The right kinds of food will not only be putting less toxins into your system but will help to deal with the buildup of toxins that are already there.You should be looking to detox cleanse your body as often as you can. This basically involves using either diet, supplements, herbal remedies, or individual therapies to cleanse your body of unwanted toxins and chemicals. Detoxing comes in many different forms.I personally recommend the Infra Slim Detox /Fat loss system!
You would also benefit from these great options…
Daily liquid nutritionAn easy way to get all your daily dose of vitamins-promotes energy and balance in the bodyPomegranate acai berry antioxidant extractFortify your water- “the fountain of youth” promotes energy flow and immunityRaspberry Green Tea anti-oxidant extractStimulates metabolism
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Multi-Masking
It’s no secret that beauty regiments have changed over the years. You may be like many, who have stuck with the same skincare routine for your entire life, even though your skin has changed! Well, now it’s time to mix things up a bit!It seems to be, that the word on the street is to use masks sparingly, randomly or just in the moment you need them. In fact, that is not how they work best!While this logic does have merit when it comes to abrasive scrubs and harsh treatments, when it comes to masks, more is better. Masks are actually meant to accelerate your skin care program and like working out, they don’t work unless you use them like 2-3 x per week!We asked a client to ‘mask’ two or three times a week for two weeks straight. Admittedly, she was concerned that her face may become irritated and overloaded, but instead, her skin looked immaculate and felt incredible, smooth as a babies bottom.It may seem an extreme experiment, but the idea of combining mask treatments into “multi masking cocktails” which answered to different dermal needs made sense. Think about it, you may have dry red patches around your nose during colder weather but aged skin around your eyes. Each area requires a different masking combination. You don’t need to wait to mask until your skin is acting up; practice multi masking to keep your skin looking clear, youthful and fresh all the time! Prevention is best when it comes to health AND beauty!Multi-masking, for those who haven’t heard of it yet, is when multiple masks are used simultaneously on different zones of the face to address concerns for those specific areas.We have paired together the perfect multi masking cocktail for you to use at home with skincare line.
Rhassoul Neem – A powerful skin-purifier.Neem, Tulsi, and a concentrated organic infusion of antimicrobial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory herbs are blended into mineral-rich Rhassoul Clay for powerful skin purifying benefits. Pores are detoxified and extracted, circulation is stimulated increasing nutrients & oxygen to the tissues.Using 2-3 days in row to absorb excess oil and breakouts during mental cycle does wonders as well.
Chlorella Algae Mask – Serious food for the skin!Is your skin feeling excessively dry with travel, seasonal changes or sun exposure? Try this nourishing, calming, cooling & hydrating mask treatment for dry, tired, sensitive or inflamed skin.Skin is deeply nourished, hydrated and soothed with chlorophyll & nutrient-rich chlorella high in peptides, polysaccharides, vitamins and minerals. In a base of other algae and aloe gel, skin irritations and redness are calmed. Use this several days in a row to help balance skin.
TGF Eye Firming Mask (4 pc)Cooling eye-mask dramatically minimizes the appearance of lines, dark circles, and puffiness around the eyes. Features 3 potent peptides, red and green algae extracts, and moisture-binding hyaluronic acid in a sophisticated micro-delivery system for maximum results.
– Got both clogged and oily & dry patches going on?You can use the mask necessary for each part of the face OR you can mix equal parts of each of these in your palms.
Nocturnal Line Up MaskNocturnal line up mask is great for multi tasking! It works while you sleep!! Dreamy right? Don’t have time for anything else but sleeping and still want to wake up with that extra glow and feeling hydrated, then this is the mask for you! Great for travel, big events, and lazy girls! Put this on after serums and layer your moisturizer right on top! Voila’!Nocturnal Line-Up Mask offers the 1st overnight mask to reclaim youth, boost collagen, elastin and hyaluronic acid. Paraben free! Apply on perfectly cleansed face and neck before bedtime. Rinse upon waking.Check out the other great masks available in our collection.If you’re not sure which products are best for your skin, please connect with us for a consult and we’ll help you find your ideal combinations.
8 Anti-Aging Secrets for Looking Younger
Aging comes down to a breakdown in your bodies energy systems. Over time, bad habits or health issues can create a domino effect that adds years onto your skin. When they say you can’t reverse aging, it has some truth. You certainly can’t stop the clock from ticking but you can reverse some of those side effects and start looking youthful again.
Here’s 8 great tips to help you with the anti-aging process.
8. Calcium is your friendBones keep us standing straight. Women lose bone density after menopause which can lead to weakened bones, fractures, breaks, hip replacements and osteoporosis. Don’t believe the hype and don’t expect to get your calcium from dairy, it just isn’t possible to truly get what we need. Take charge as soon as you can with pure calcium supplements to keep your bones strong and healthy. Moderation is the key with alcohol, avoid smoking all together, and increase your exercise to help keep your bones strong and healthy. Good posture is a sign of aging well.7. Avoid direct sunUV rays can damage and age your skin, leaving it dry, patchy, discolored or freckled. These can leave you looking older with loose and wrinkled skin. Sun ages your skin while you need the Vitamin D it provides, direct sunlight for long periods of time, should be avoided to protect your skin from harmful UV rays. Remember to pack that wide brim hat for vacations and hiking trips!Even in your car, you’re exposed through the window’s and commonly whichever area of skin is exposed to the sun more frequently, you will see greater signs of damage. A good sunscreen lotion is a great idea, even when driving. A good sunscreen is easier than ever today with drinkable, loose powder brush on’s as well as the classic topical lotion formulas.6. Minimize StressStress kills! It can wreak havoc on your body and your internal organs and systems. Over 85% of disease is caused by stress and this takes a toll on your body. Find ways to reduce or alleviate it. Meditation, exercise, getting enough sleep, taking epsom salt baths, lighting candles, playing soothing music and use essential oils in the house are all great ways to help reduce the aging stress toxins. And don’t forget to breathe!! We typically hold our breath when we stress. Take 3 connected conscious breaths, it changes everything!5. Be HappyHappiness is a choice. When you’re feeling down, your body reacts. Your brain sends signals to your body that inhibit the flow of natural hormones in your body like endorphins and serotonin. Lift your spirits and find powerful, motivating, and uplifting ways to get your groove back. Listen to music, read a great book, exercise, take a walk, have a spa day, get a facial, or go out with friends. Do what makes you happy and gets your system’s positive energy flow moving again. A happier you, is a healthier you.4. FoodsWhat you eat has plenty to do with the way you age, how you feel, look and behave. Having a diet rich in healthy foods and water can keep you looking healthy and feeling young. That said, eating foods as close to their natural start as possible (whole foods!) creates healthy skin. Adding more fresh greens and colorful veggies like spinach, kale, or peppers, fresh fruit like watermelon or mangoes, and foods like quinoa or sweet potatoes keep you healthy on the inside and out.Eat organic whenever possible to reduce the toxins of pesticide and added hormones from your food intake and keep your digestive system strong. Don’t overcook – rather, steam your veggies whenever possible to keep nutrients intact.Avoid processed foods as much as you can including crackers, boxed cereals, most bars white flour and sugar which is the absolute worst thing for us!! Food is meant to provide nourishment and energy, so be sure to eat healthy, real food that is alive to defy the aging process.3. SupplementsOmega 3 DHA helps improve your brain power. When we don’t get enough through diet, supplementing is always a good idea. Omega 3 DHA is known to help reduce or slow the process of dementia and alzheimer’s. Getting it in your daily diet and supplements early in your life, can help prevent memory loss that comes with age.If you don’t use it, you loose it! Keep it working, do puzzles, take a dance class, learn something new, stay socially active or whatever you can to stay mentally sharp. A sharp mind is a young mind.2. Avoid or minimize foods and habits that dull your hair and skinSoda, along with so many other issues, can deplete calcium and increase breakouts and redness in skin. Drink freshly brewed coffee in moderation (1-2 cups). Drink more water! It will flush toxins, increase energy and make you look more beautiful. Hydration truly is the fountain of youth so keep hydrated and notice the difference in your hair and skin.1. Follow a skin care regimenAge defying is a process on the minds of many women. There are so many beauty products out there which are not all created equal. You should have a pro review your protocol quarterly as your skins needs change seasonally, hormonally, and with whatever else is going on in your life in regards to work and stress.A good anti-aging regimen today includes products with Vitamin C and Peptides that keep your skin firm and reduce wrinkles. Keep your skin clean with the 2 minute wash best kept beauty secret which allowing everything else you put on your skin to to actually work.A good skin care regimen can help you remove build up of drying skin, smooth your fine lines, improve skin tone and color, stimulate collagen production, and improve skin texture. Use creams that keep your skin hydrated and moist and use products with sunscreen to protect you all day long. Discover new and wonderful ways to keep your skin healthy, hydrated, and defying the aging process.Anti-aging starts with you and how you treat yourself. It’s a blend of many lifestyle habits that help you look and feel younger. It combines environmental factors that we all face daily along with what we’re putting inside our body and how we take care of our body externally.Get started easily with age defying products and treat yourself good. Check out our online shop for anti-aging creams, cleansers, exfoliants and more. Give yourself some TLC, you deserve it and your body will thank you for it.
Lisa’s Top picks for anti-aging:
- Anti-aging Devices
- Moisturizers
- Serums
- Sunscreens
- Wellness ProductsIncluding internal supplements, enzymes, fibre, digestive aids, tinctures to flavor the water for staying healthy and drinking water on the go!
Sale through end of day, October 31st, 2016!*while supplies lastUse Coupon Code:20looksgoodVisit the online Boutique for more great finds.
Winterize Your Skin Routine!
Dry, chapped, irritated skin? It’s time for change…Seasons change is the perfect time to winterize your skin & your skincare regimen.Winter weather can cause havoc in our skin, not to mention heaters, travel, and poor diets, which are all factors in the game this time of year. Dry, cold air makes skin work harder to keep a healthy lipid barrier and we all suffer from more transepidermal water loss.When your skin gets really dry several things happen. First and foremost, dry skin can look older and who wants that?! In addition, your skin (like all your other organs), functions better when it is hydrated topically and internally. When we loose moisture on the surface we also compromise our built in barrier protection which can make our skin more prone to rashes, redness, and other skin irritations. Those of you who are prone to eczema /rosacea/psoriasis/ other skin conditions find they can “flare up” much easier when dry.What to do now? Prevention is always best!To help keep skin looking its best this winter here are tips/product recommendations on how to correct/heal/prevent and hydrate your skin now! Do one or all of these things now. If your skin is uber dry, AND/OR, if you are working to heal or correct skin issues such as acne/discoloration… you need to do more to get your skin to function better. When you are dry you don’t heal as well!1. Up the anti on your moisturizer! One way to do this is to use a booster like my OMG (Oh Mega Goodness). This oil is LOADED with Omegas which are incredibly and deeply moisturizing!You can use the same moisturizer you are currently using and just add in a few drops of this at night to boost or kick up the value of your current moisturizer.2. Go from a lotion or fluid to a cream… Here are some of my favorite creams that can be used am & pmLavish Dream Cream – with firming and correcting properties for wrinkles /dry skin.These are my own raw/natural/organic, healthy creams which can be used both am & pm by just adjusting the amount you use- less in the day and more at night!Restore Cream – for super duper dry skin and/or only at night.Nourish Cream – a favorite for sensitive /irritated/ dry skinBalance Cream – perfect for the one who gets clogged/oily/and yet dry as well- get back in balance!3. Add in a hydrating mask 2-3 x per week. Here are some of my favorite solutions!1. Chlorella Mask– this is instant beautification2. Moisture Infusion Sheet Masks– loaded with hyaluronic acid, which is all about hydrating!3. Vegan Moisturizing Mask– -this is the chocolate lovers mask! Yes, chocolate is super hydrating and simply divine to use! Very holiday and a great gift. ?4. Soothing relief mask– this is for skin that get both DRY and IRRITATED/RED!Does your body get dry and scaly? Stop or prevent that now! Wash DON’T “Strip” away your natural oils with harsh soaps /body washes.1. This Body Exfoliant is superior! It doesnt get moldy or fall apart like a typical loofah will.2. The Dew it Again Shower Gel is my absolute favorite body wash I have ever met!! Not only will it wake you up with its delightful invigorating essential oils, it will leave your natural oils in tact. ?3. Natural Body Soap that cleane without stripping AND bring you Peace and Joy (which also happen tomake amazing gift certificate toppers).4. If you are prone to irritation/redness/rashes and want a solution that is completely natural and safe and SO nourishing… You must get the Anti-oxidant Sunbutter!!!The uses are unlimited.. I use it everywhere on my daughter for skin irritations from her face to her bum, sunburn repair, layer on top of all other products at night to enhance the benefits and push other products in more, and also use alone as a treatment mask to calm irritation/inflamed skin!