Clarisonic - Sonic Skin Cleansing System
Clarisonic Sonic Skin Cleansing System
I’ve been using the Clarisonic Plus for about two months now and I love it! I have seen a noticeable difference in my skins texture, as it is smoother and feel cleaner than when I wash the traditional way. All makeup is completely gone and I’ve noticed less breakouts. Below is some information from their website www.clarisonic.com:
Clarisonic developed the sonic technology proven to gently yet effectively loosen dirt and oil to clear your pores. The Sonic Skin Cleansing System uses a patented sonic frequency of more than 300 movements per second to clean, soften and smooth your skin. In just 60 seconds a day, the micro-massage action cleans more than twice as effectively as manual cleansing.
Clarisonic Sonic Cleansing Benefits
- Removes 6x more makeup than manual cleansing
- Leaves skin feeling and looking smoother
- Cleanses so well that products absorb better
- Gentle enough for twice daily use
- Helps reduce oily areas, dry skin patches, and blemishes
- Helps reduce the appearance of visible pores
The Clarisonic Plus is on the expensive side ($225) but very much worth it!
New In My Kit & Makeup Tips
Some of the newest products that I've recently purchased and I am in love with...
1. Skindinavia Original Finishing Spray - This item is great for making your makeup last all day as it cools the temperature of the skin allowing longer wear of makeup. You will notice fewer required touchups throughout the day, if any at all. I heard of this brand a long time ago and I'm kicking myself that I didn't purchase it sooner.
2. VanityMark Shimmerskin & Summerskin Spray by Brett Freedman - AMAZING products! The Summerskin gives a nice warm glow to the skin and the Shimmerskin instantly glistens. The best thing, they are transfer resistant and won't come off until you take it off!
3. Smashbox Halo Hydrating Powder - I've actually purchased this product when it first hit the shelves and I'm putting this on my new list because every time I use it, I find a new benefit of the product. My favorite reason for loving this product is because skincare is built right it. It continuously hydrates the skin throughout the day, great anti-aging benefits, it doesn't accentuate fine lines and wrinkles like most powders, and it gives a radiant finish to the skin. It comes in Fair, Light, Medium and Dark shades. This is a really great product!
Tips:
Always skincare first, then makeup!!! No matter how great a product is, your makeup won't be to the fullest potential if you don't take care of your skin. Yeah sure, concealer can remove dark circles and foundation can even out the skintone; however, makeup cannot rid of pimples and bumps or permanently remove acne marks and hyper pigmentation. Always cleanse your face twice a day and never sleep with makeup on, no matter how tired you are or what fun night you had. Use a toner, especially if have oily skin. Toner will help remove any additional oils deep down in the skin and remove residue that cleansers tend to leave behind. And such an important step that so many people skip...you must moisturize, even if you have oily skin. It is imperative that you moisturize and use a moisturizer that caters to your skin type (oily, dry, sensitive, etc.) Treat yourself to a facial every two months and you will see the difference in your skins texture and clarity. Some salons charge between $50 - $150 for basic and deep pore cleansing facials. This to me, is a small price to pay for beautiful skin and plus everyone deserve to treat themselves sometimes. Remember, every skincare issue can be controlled.
Always purchase the travel size of a makeup product you want to buy first or ask for a sample of the product before making that big purchase. Trust me, there have been several times that I have bought every color of something and it didn't work out or didn't like. I've ended up giving the makeup to my little nieces so they can play with it; and lets be honest, makeup is too expensive for that!
The best tip I think I can give anyone is - a little bit goes a long way!
Until soon....thanks for reading!
Unfavorable Odds - Kim Hamilton Anthony
A couple of years ago, I had the pleasure of meeting a beautiful woman by the name of Kim Hamilton Anthony. Our original meeting was for a makeup lesson; she needed to know how to apply the works: foundation, blending eye shadows, blush, etc. (She did a really good job!) She informed me that she is a TV Anchor and perform interviews with athletes and is also the TV host for the Miami Dade TV, County Connection
Kim shares her story of all of her challenges including self-esteem which many of us, children, teens, and adults, go through. Her story is very eye-opening and very much uplifting to show everyone, based on her words, “you can escape the cycle of hopelessness.” Her book reveals keys she used to overcome obstacles that anyone can apply to his or her own life.
Kim Hamilton Anthony’s novel “Unfavorable Odds” can be purchased online and in major book stores everywhere. This is a must read for all! www.unfavorableodds.com
Tate Publishing
Forward written by Toney & Lauren Dungy
Photographer: Natasha Kertes
Makeup Artist: Taryll Atkins
Kim Anthony for County Connection
Photo with Jewelry Designer Shannon St. Clair
Kim Anthony's Jewelry by Shannon St. Clair - - www.ShannonSaintClair.com
Makeup for Kim Anthony by Taryll Atkins
Help for Haiti
I am very honored to share that the photo was auctioned!!! We don't know how much but we are all grateful and happy of the continued efforts of so many. Thank you 944 Magazine, Natasha Kertes, Tco, and a BIG thank you to the special person who purchased this photo. Thank you!
Photographer: Natasha Kertes
Model: Tco
Makeup Artist: Taryll Atkins
