So I had an amazing facial today at a traveling spa RV that goes to corporate companies on a weekly basis. I had questions in my head that I hoped could be answered.. and they were!
First, I brought up the question about large pores. It seems like the reason why my skin is secreting oil (and why the large pores?) is because I am over working my skin with too many scrubs and harsh products. The aesthetician told me that Proactiv is too harsh for me to use daily, so I should cut down to a few times per week. Since I had already sort of been doing that and alternating with my gel cleansers, I asked her what other things I could do to cut the shine down off of my face. I told her I was using mousse mineral makeup and the mineral powder by Revlon and that Bare Minerals really broke me out bad when I had used it a long time ago. She suggested that I use Jane Iredale cosmetics if I want to go back into using mineral products.. but if you have read my blogs, you would know that I already own the liquid and the powder Jane Iredale collections. I wasn’t really impressed with the coverage and staying power, and the texture. Soo what to do? I’ve been breaking out along my jawline since I’ve been using the new Revlon mineral cosmetics, and I am totally pissed! Ughh.
So, I am going to start with my gentle scrubs only once per week or less, and sticking with my gel cleanser on most days, using Proactiv maybe twice per week. The lady also told me not to steam my face often either.. which I don’t anyway. She says the steam opens the pores, but allows the oils to come pouring out. She only used the steam to help the facial products penetrate my skin while she was working on me. I purchased a very light, oil-free moisturizer that I believe is her own brand, and I really like it so far. I told her that I am pretty sensitive to anything with Titanium Dioxide (SPF 15 and up) and that could be why I am breaking out from the Revlon Mousse Foundation, it’s SPF 20.
Sooo.. I am going to try one more foundation before I break the bank. I’ve been talking about this for years and haven’t had the balls to buy it. Chantecaille foundation is something I’ve wanted to try for so long, I should just freaking buy it already. Check out the line of foundation here: http://www.chantecaille.com/makeup.cfm Future Skin is a oil-free gel foundation containing seaweed.. $68 for 1 oz. Yeah, that is a lot of money, but my skin is begging for something good.
Doing these monthly facials might be beneficial to me, especially since I did an amazing seaweed mask that left my face feeling like I was 8 years old.
You only have less than a month to get mom that perfect gift! Here are my picks for cute Mother’s Day gifts from beauty.com.
Pictured above: Jane Iredale Cool Beauty Box ($122 value for $99 plus a FREE eyeshadow bonus!)
If mom likes mineral makeup, she will adore Jane Iredale! This set includes: Mini-Matte Finish Powder, made with rice starch, Azure PurePressed Tripe Eye Shadow, Aquamarine 24-Karat Gold Dust for eyes, Pinot Noir Liquid Eye Liner, and Erin & Julia PureMoist LipColour SPF 18.
LaVanilla Laboratories Healthy Body Butter Set ($30)
This winter may have dried up mom’s skin, but you can help her bring it back to life with the gift of a rich and creamy body butter trio by LaVanilla. Each set comes with three tubes: Vanilla Grapefruit, Pure Vanilla and Vanilla Coconut.
Bvlgari Omnia Amethyste Fragrance Set ($60)
The new Spring 2009 BVLGARI set introduces Omnia Amethyste fragrance set which includes a 1.33 oz Eau De Toilette spray with a gorgeous purple pouch. The scent of Omnia Amethyste is rose and iris.
Claus Porto Fantasia Gift Box of 5 Soaps ($58)
Claus Porto is known for their adorable soap sets, and this one is perfect for mom!! This box set of hand milled soaps is luxurious and will last a long time. Made in Europe with fine French fragrances, it is milled 7 times for the highest quality. Each soap has it’s own distinct fragrance and artwork.
Mystic Tan “Perfect Tan Kit for Face” ($54)
Trusted name Mystic Tan, is sure to keep mom away from those nasty orange tones that sometimes show up on celebrity moms from time to time. Mystic Tan is enriched with antioxidant botanicals to help create the perfect tan. This kit includes Sunless Conditioning Complex Face, Sunless Tanning Spray for the face, a bronzing shimmer cream and a BONUS of Shimmer Boost and a Mystic Tan cosmetic bag.
PHYTO Airplane Approved Travel Clutch ($46)
Mom will love this cute gold metallic clutch packed with her favorite PHYTO products: Phytocitrus Restructring Shampoo, Phytocitrus Restructuring Mask, Phytomist Instant Hydrating Conditioner .. all helps create perfect looking hair.
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I was highly intrigued by the look of this product. I tried the Amazing Base loose mineral powder by Jane Iredale and since I do not like mineral foundation in the powder form, I really didn’t jump for joy, but I thought that a liquid foundation would be better for me.
The Jane Iredale Liquid Minerals foundation is described as follows:
You’ll be delighted and amazed when you see the results you get with our revolutionary liquid mineral foundation. Liquid Minerals diminishes the appearance of lines and wrinkles, minimizes pores and evens out skin tone. beneficial ingredients actually enhance the health of your skin.
Winner of the DaySpa’s Editor’s Choice Award.
Product not tested on animals.
Made in USA
For $46 dollars, you get thousands of tiny mineral balls suspended in a clear gel, which I think is glycerin, as you can see in this photo:
The main reason I purchased was because of the ingredients, which include Hyaluronic Acid, Algae, Vitamin C, Squalane, and other natural stuff. Those are pretty much top ingredients in skin care and to add those into my foundation was a plus for me. I thought it was totally worth it since I do not use a daily moisturizer due to my oily skin.
When you first start using this product, it seems like total crap. You have to pump it quite a few times to get the “balls popping” and out of the pump. I didn’t really get to experience the quality of the product until I had used it for about a week and a half. It comes out of the pump quite chunky because it’s basically powder mixed with glycerin, and I do use a foundation brush to apply. The product dries down to a power finish, but not the same look as if you were using a powder foundation. It does give you a bit of a glow! I was a little disappointed with the color, Amber, it was too light for my fair/golden toned skin, and I feel like I could use something a little bit darker. I have a bit of red in my skin, too, so a product that gives me the slightest hint of a tan works best for me. I used a lot of bronzer to even out my skin tone.
I will have to say that it’s hard to compare this to my Makeup Forever HD liquid foundation… I think that if I had a darker color in this Jane Iredale product, I would be happier. Since I bought this product on the internet, I don’t want to go through the hassle of mailing the box back, etc. I will be fine with the shade for now until it’s time to repurchase. I applaud Mrs. Iredale for accomodating people who want organic makeup that is not in the powder form. I am a fan and I will check out more of the product line.
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