Body Electric!

<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrNphW1PWU2ZcmMDzXYbufeqMRYKbWhPmNSL8GasREdejCTU1iC-SGCxLC3iOC_Z9fOl9ahY-uYDVtALBv92DlCGCinte-CpS3z-4ILklTgWRISbsAviZSpaBMKYcrp-8AxmDHIZlF1tQ/s1600-h/470_survival_thin.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAFoCkv1UzvmyrI0FZEvSYIJ-pNcEg4ooOUu1mRSYZvqk9YBT_Pm94xWTTHTf03L2Iv6FK7dhb127WgA5kjJC4HMpU1Jbev61f5s9iXB9MUEvDSAWQMoLFx3YJblaA4lyzUtUPJ6KKchM/s1600-h/full_body_obiter.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362272292838212194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAFoCkv1UzvmyrI0FZEvSYIJ-pNcEg4ooOUu1mRSYZvqk9YBT_Pm94xWTTHTf03L2Iv6FK7dhb127WgA5kjJC4HMpU1Jbev61f5s9iXB9MUEvDSAWQMoLFx3YJblaA4lyzUtUPJ6KKchM/s400/full_body_obiter.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 299px; height: 400px;" /></a><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcU8DuEzhfuuh5fouEpKmNDtvAV5sg96a56B1glLB7QbuNtTm3Z7o-GGau_9soeswPKIGcdA_BILIvrbYbgUIRWFwnc1iLlsDYXC2G4rg_xxzE7wDoKuzRYWddm79fZN-1ieaINXWMLfY/s1600-h/alg_fame.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal"></p><blockquote></blockquote><div style="text-align: center;"><i>I sing the body electric</i></div><p></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span><i> </i></span><span><i> </i></span><span><i> </i></span><i>I glory in the glow of rebirth</i></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span><i> </i></span><span><i> </i></span><span><i> </i></span><i>Creating my own tomorrow</i></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><span><i> </i></span><span><i> </i></span><span><i> </i></span><i>When I shall embody the earth...</i></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></p><div><blockquote></blockquote><blockquote></blockquote><object height="364" width="445"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/mq377l_cSCU&hl=en&fs=1&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b&border=1"><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/mq377l_cSCU&hl=en&fs=1&color1=0x5d1719&color2=0xcd311b&border=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="445" height="364"></embed></object></div><div><br /></div><div>Remember Fame?<span> </span>This was a very important and inspiring movie to this <b><i>Pro</i></b> back in 1980!<span> </span>I wanted to be a dancer, singer, actress and musician.<span> </span>I wanted to attend New York’s <i>High School for Performing Arts!</i><blockquote></blockquote><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <!--EndFragment--> </div><div><br /></div><div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362272027333026882" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcU8DuEzhfuuh5fouEpKmNDtvAV5sg96a56B1glLB7QbuNtTm3Z7o-GGau_9soeswPKIGcdA_BILIvrbYbgUIRWFwnc1iLlsDYXC2G4rg_xxzE7wDoKuzRYWddm79fZN-1ieaINXWMLfY/s400/alg_fame.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 261px; " /></span></div><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">However, like many young teenagers, I had a warped sense of what a healthy body should look like and spent many hours pouring over the pages of <i>Vogue</i>, <i>Glamour</i> and <i>Cosmo</i>!<span> </span>Skinny models looked amazing to me and I didn’t understand <i>why</i> I couldn’t look like them!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362273125952884738" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrNphW1PWU2ZcmMDzXYbufeqMRYKbWhPmNSL8GasREdejCTU1iC-SGCxLC3iOC_Z9fOl9ahY-uYDVtALBv92DlCGCinte-CpS3z-4ILklTgWRISbsAviZSpaBMKYcrp-8AxmDHIZlF1tQ/s400/470_survival_thin.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 260px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">When I became a makeup artist I worked with tons of professional models and I discovered something…they have a very hard job.<span> </span>They have to stay thin (sometimes abnormally thin) in order to work.<span> </span>They don’t eat!<span> </span>They don’t indulge in a craving!<span> </span>They are not <i>“normal!”</i></p><p class="MsoNormal">No offense to anyone; it just became very clear to me that my body type was not that of a fashion model even though I had the height!<span> </span>I was happy that I chose a different path by making those models even more beautiful through the art of makeup.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362273440350516290" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkYy_58vG1osuXoTCu0cJWEUKvdC0Kg1jmfsaXGkpiqtpIrEQvMdAhgKfKufoqAbpQZ0FtRGzYyWKf6ItNDq7OoVpBsGlmblZzgMmI30djVh9h-cYooOtbFsI3AJLhdr_0WpsTKmRBcSU/s400/259_home2_img1_dove.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 307px; height: 232px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">We can’t all have a dancer’s body even if we spend 5 days a week in the gym!<span> </span>Dancers are gifted and use different muscle groups when they <i>“work out”</i> and getting on the machines at the gym just doesn’t do the job!<span> </span>You have to move your body and dance like no one is watching!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362275440033711410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFipLz6cThQN4UEVRj8vcHzHX-gZ_e3pCSzVe1bExkDhgWSiOJpVvS2Wy3dW1AooT3dRyT7JYy1H1MU5P2cSHqlvVJc0CKVWxiorXTmEoeiH5Qp1R3BRCF7W-7g8Ln9FQFrhmFbdNQFKs/s320/belly_dancer_28.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 210px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Through the natural process of aging our skin looses elasticity and muscle tone if we do not exercise and we have to watch what food we put into our body as well.<span> </span>When this <b><i>Pro</i></b> was young, eating the occasional Hostess Twinkie was not a big deal, but today I would feel incredibly guilty if I allowed myself to taste that delectable treat.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>Why?</i><span> </span>Because I know myself and I can’t have just one Twinkie, I must have several and that is bad for the body!<span> </span>Plus, do you know how far you have to walk on the treadmill to burn off the calories in just one Twinkie?<span> </span>Yikes!<span> </span>I don’t have that kind of time!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362274455744723714" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO23vlZP_m5EuplJXG25ma1CLWbjq-xXmlPN1wDlyjBX_uewhZz_s6b0KLSFMg3XlyTNpdju-bW3zyU_BKXffro9Welo-x3nRcZjzoVM4NAxWN8VVKTF3n7OGyZRLt9pqlgLrmQX-ocHI/s320/walktheweightoff_01.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 234px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">When you are a <b><i>Pro</i></b> MUA and you work on a movie or television set, there is an area that I try to stay away from as much as possible…that area is called <i>“Craft Service!”</i><span> </span>Now, craft service is made up of amazing chefs and other crewmembers, whose full-time job is to provide the cast and other crew with food.<span> </span>Sometimes healthy and sometimes not!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362275446992376130" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj38sZ3kcjjRPDPfLA5jpaOk4GSUKe3IkKmnK8imsJjCBiP9YceqQFAyIIpzRD8CZcOJxRz6ecotr_1FIo5bIdnVIVDiney95wYEACKdn4D-lOf9X6IUr-UaTlnygxYQ43douE4m-nokKM/s320/pacificphotos059245-26351pcn-edie_falco_nurse_jackie.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 215px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">You can get almost anything your little heart desires from craft service; grilled chicken, steamed veggies, fresh fruit, Ding Dongs, donuts, ice cream…see what I mean?<span> </span>Combine that food with the amount of stress a cast and crew is under while making that next big blockbuster film and you can imagine how out of control a person’s eating habits can get!</p><p class="MsoNormal">Celebrities have personal trainers and nutritionist that helps them stay fit, but what about us? <span></span>It takes a village my friends and support from others for this <b><i>Pro</i></b> to control her cravings and to put those Ho, Ho’s <i>DOWN!</i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362275434664573042" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZR9kCb3h_ZOsZepEutgNKWdELh2qhn23XcvSovBng-jlFshlp8jeV_16Y7w8Z0oA2QunhNx7NrNOIJxpGRiDU3hJyZ6IfpDGbZF-jnupME-vJeaxHNpdccDEpTDCIVHIA_TjhU8vFIIs/s320/03-craft-services.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 240px; " /></span></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Thank goodness there are many incredible beauty products on the market that can help your body look <i>hot</i> even when you have skipped your routine work out days at the gym or if you happen to be a complete couch potato!</p><p class="MsoNormal">This <b><i>Pro</i></b> thinks that all women are beautiful regardless of size, shape or color and it is time we all took a good look in the mirror!<span> </span>We need to appreciate ourselves and love those things we can’t change and take control of those we can!<span></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362273764493400914" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-7FInKpPTa-_iUIn8Xpgvk-luBMMUs0w2oPDccKPzCL_cKc9siBwU6K5NYsUn5Ju8z58H_dBh1j_6EG5WgrXRpbWx2eV-o58k-FjcFIcBzidQ5D5bM3n4fovKpEf3tJBoh6PC5wOn7ys/s320/dove-model.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 319px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">Self-discipline is the name of the game, but there is no harm in purchasing those little body <i>“helpers”</i> invented by smart people who understand that sometimes we just don’t want to exercise or that we love to eat bread with loads of butter everyday (thank you Spanx)!</p><p class="MsoNormal">When this <b><i>Pro</i></b> is feeling lazy or like my body could use a little…makeover, I reach for the following products:</p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P242712&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5830"><i>Clarisonic</i></a> - this unbeatable skin care system comes with a brush head for both your face and body. Use it to say sayonara to dry spots and dead skin cells on your arms, legs and decollete!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362276564673553858" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUOoPXHzKRJ8jVaSf0fFz-Stak2m_IDFdCseGbuYNxSxSa-pKNoiDV1JzVAmrv5RIt2MujiEcKBkIL4_A1DWPw1Y7JBFjRMNxKm2M9aCMYu7pVAdgVww3l46aMGbZ6lu1_AtnjTZV153s/s320/P242712_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.orlane.fr/english/index.html">Orlane Paris</a></i> – S.O.S. Abdomen Firm & Reshape – <i>"the must-have bodycare product to help remodel your abdomen and control sagging skin."</i> Ladies!!!! Have you recently had a baby or have lost weight? Does your abdomen need a little tightening? Then you should try this product! Your skin will appear firmer and better toned!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362277800595172002" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEigxHMyni83Z6ydNr40IEK-BPob7FSfRskz1ep_kSUIbyc7YRO_gvK2gH5y26b9G3lJJ6KnFsfuQxLNP879mPcnFJXGsVi0DF5lUB8VNd3DAOf6NSZx3arHK4vZzxblYdNQgZq7hAd6pdM/s320/orlane-mens-skincare-200ml-6-7oz-b21-sos-abdomen-firm-reshape-men.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.dermstore.com/product_coverblend+leg+%26+body+makeup+spf+18_1354.htm?s_kwcid=coverblend%20leg%20body%20makeup|2662216539&gclid=CNjc8oiS8JsCFRxNagodhFnD_A">CoverBlend </a></i>– Corrective Leg & Body Makeup SPF 18 – an opaque, natural finish makeup developed to correct any imperfection on the hands, legs and body. Smudge and water resistant treatment makeup that moisturizes and protects the skin from the sun! Can cover tattoos and other discolorations (age spots, varicose veins, bruises, birth marks).</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362277793304123410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB61Q_QbHX3z3ibVmAfFLfcvBtn1U2spPTzj1yJhQPR5ZWowuvBM3IooS5l2AxMqW9XFWqQTe9uIVAaszmS6NcNSa7mJe7xSoToGNHWjiS1TcuGF83JnNJ477xExIfNFuJKfeYzpu1bVY/s320/31ScroiEwVL._SL500_AA280_.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 280px; height: 280px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.talika.com/product-bust-serum-en.html">Talika</a></i> – Bust Serum – this serum is a comprehensive beauty package giving volume, lift and firmness to the breast. It can prevent the tissue from sagging and improves bust appearance.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362278307173844338" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgN3jNrebufJyw-VxRiWtoCqYb3K9cOMt6HM5IOPGkXreiEOR9P_T8rS3-tt_Zljm3_jfmgvFSLAzsOLSK3AWIHMsEs3XQqBL429__30lRdW-hKlViPrnTlw1TaO7YrES7gFAQ0Rco-1xA/s320/TL036-bust-serum.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 200px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.lucybcosmetics.com/prod_frangipani_bronze.php">Lucy B</a></i> – Frangipani Bronzer – pour a small amount of this incredible bronzing oil into your hands and apply to decollette, face, arms, and hair to add shine and shimmer! Has an amazing tropical fragrance of frangipani and coconut! Hello summer!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362277804038110546" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4gMNiBiwixt2T14oWWWWSrlC-2KEIQT10tr3UdjfPKUjKkv0BlMHUCZ6WpMhg2R8_k5SkSJJyAzGdJLUf0IXEDuS8U2WPQicajmLCFUmCwZvgwlsHR-CIx65WiMFV7Qkw4wLsJxAfqog/s320/prod_oil_bronzer.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 266px; height: 261px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P95057&searchString=clarins%20extra-firming%20body%20care%20replenishing%20cream">Clarins</a></i> – Extra-Firming Body Care Replenishing Cream – gives your body nourishment and moisture. Helps to firm and revitalize skin everyday. Overtime skin can become more supple, softer and silky-smooth.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362276567600256562" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig_jTJHYo9-lSPlhIF1cNODBDwEc4-rba30X4dOcu0azBZMhhUftP0qqh9adxu8TttCfHyYywdaYXiX4yLlQ-QE78i2HnL5hYs4b_A_6k9QGJnN2BeClzkjEqe9ioOQqyRN_TIzavGJdg/s320/P95057_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>f<a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P7843&categoryId=B70">resh</a></i> – Umbrian Clay Treatment Soap – this bar can be used on your face and body to dramatically improve the overall quality of your skin. I use this daily in the summer to clean off sunscreen residue after a day at the pool or the beach!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5362276562788441826" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr5lydTs_g4RWdYLZvETfO0qI8yXZyCCJlneq4QQ938Xfj26K-E1xtafBjIkFN7HmXdTCMHnAmHihyphenhyphenq-9JdcadOeANjCtcfO8M8jwZZsQoeLkvikWDTulpMFLRO77ECridTFCI2U5JNPI/s320/P7843_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><a href="http://www.itcosmetics.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flyer_it.tpl&product_id=178&category_id=19&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=111"><i>It Cosmetics</i></a> – My Beautiful Breasts – can't afford a <i>"boob"</i> job? Now you can and the best part about this amazing product...no pain! This ket contains everything you will need to make your breasts appear full and lifted instantly. Plus this is a waterproof formula so you can exercise or swim and this product will not fade. Comes with a handy step-by-step instruction guide and this kit works on all body types and skin tones!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363304762849718978" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkDy-a41Whi3JFPWnX43qUkLqzmIcfVfX1CMH2cF-R-qU4IGqbSgLNs9vG4-Qjo3B5AzMyViOCqto1PgUiA-9jdcQysKYVvVvKy3G3suvYS3sgqIT0OdVCKZDH75UaCe2lUo0YIRokFcc/s320/___Essentials_Ki_498a36777f475.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 270px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P160511&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5866">Carol’s Daughter</a></i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P160511&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5866"> </a>– Almond Cookie Sea Salt & Body Scrub - what I love most about all the products from Carol's Daughter is that <i>Carol's Daughter</i> is really making, mixing, blending and testing all of those incredible products herself! This body scrub is perfect for smoothing rough or dry skin and it contains pure ingredients. Your body will be glowing!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363305851949630834" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih-ao92QHzwrtfSQ9TMLLc8BfkY5S9LZuS-6nyuKSj9ma40vuTn-JcYAWwQdNaKsaLs_7a2srmbnuWG4Ej5nms3QzMUd7E1LT5oJCpOwdhXmtg-ke-LAE2TvQ1kBCvV8jsl34Sh14V6Oo/s320/P160511_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.tartecosmetics.com/tarte-shop-body">Tarte Cosmetics</a></i> – celluFight – this product does double duty! You can get a great tan and get taut in one easy step! This product helps to hydrate the skin and gradually tans your skin overtime, which can help to minimizes the appearance of cellulite. Also, it is formulated with skinTIGHT complex which will firm and tone the skin increasing elasticity. </p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363304976418180738" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKvX7Cwi2xFxQMD6C0ktmXp0nJ3BNwpvVn26guGqVEEBXa15EoA4z1-0a2ovLXGSUBstHUpZnMCRB3Wyk0sf5ORH4sDPlIss7hH5Zy3Bey3U7-kHPTNotf0qYwQmT5vYo4bGtWUj6IfFE/s320/103.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 231px; height: 300px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P49776&shouldPaginate=true&categoryId=5668">Mdskincare Dr. Dennis Gross</a></i> – Alpha Beta Daily Body Peel – designed with all skin types in mind, this product is first a peel formulated for daily at-home use. It is a unique two-step system with ready-to-use pads that contain a precise blend of alpha-hydroxy and beta-hydroxy acids, as well as many other ingredients that will smooth and moisturizer your skin making it appear healthier and more vibrant.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363305632502763410" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDbbcl1McrA7oEVmJpt1NddQTMn4JSETi0o4gIYgg7KTOOe__Dp7fqCDlrFjJ8GY20YVcleZG11D-nD2uXdB1gdakuQJ8iEOGeOdrxx6mfs8i5MsS0QhISus6mHgMTsjFD3vSxdpRDAuo/s320/P49776_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.orlane.fr/english/index.html">Orlane Paris</a></i> – Refining Arm Care – this product was created to target the arm area and to effectively fight against sagging skin. Used properly this product will help your arms regain their toned, defined and firm appearance. Make sure you follow directions and use for the recommended 45 days of treatment for the best results.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363305185674367138" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg3WhlYHGzXRDWXU_7sf1ub9PiWHPIVVyxfs5d3Rf8ujq63NwlQQi4x7nTau4YKR0OfEBiEesk0aaCEh66rm-B1TuVlKn0wU6rhXAH6EM88KF3lIVGxXVgg5DWCg1JR8su3ef-fwIPVP8/s320/0419832707450R_180x240.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 180px; height: 240px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.beautyexclusive.com/sampar-dew-it-again-shower-gel.html">Sampar</a></i> – Dew It Again Shower Gel – when this <b><i>Pro</i></b> needs a little pick-me-up I reach for Sampar's shower gel. This product completely indulges all of your senses and will make you feel renewed and invigorated. Plus it removes toxins and pollutants from your skin while reinforcing a natural barrier of defense helping to keep your skin smooth.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363305392286660450" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhutpiJXOFi_ZqchBLH-yimaTGsw9fMxUwxUvu15gaSElPVmBJgF731WLt_vDwHk2Q5-I1nvtaIvzRmH8ZUs7QVckLzQdIZW1KxdtWvJ_3fwRb7oeykrVTNjxQObC77J5jBkAUOSCxUTNo/s320/beautyexclusive_2062_8913620.jpeg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 113px; height: 209px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://www.sephora.com/browse/product.jhtml?id=P210010&categoryId=B70">Laura Geller</a></i> – Body Frosting – this is an extremely fine, silky smooth powder that adds warm luminosity to the body. Use to add a sexy shimmer to your arms, legs, shoulders, back and decollette.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363306224670628194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMqUW0bduvuy6aAJMuAjlMfoYJ65NDfCKyNYPfhNyyrTQSz-2_0c7PuVG_4Dh-_oqTrDrk-OtXOpqfUt5bFyj7FWZpr8Ns0nzl_osjoWyrkEcu6kOmLYWALh-Facqq7FTFwRm2kDBBAUo/s320/P210010_hero.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 250px; height: 250px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><a href="http://mebath.com/shower-sherbet-c-9.html">Me! Bath</a></i> – Shower Sherbet – when it is time to have a little bit of <i>"fun"</i> in the shower (no, ladies, not that kind of fun!), I reach for this Shower Sherbet! It smells just like a weekend afternoon when the dark clouds are rolling in and you get caught in a huge rain storm. Jump into a hot shower and let this product energize your body! </p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363306468050135170" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUHD1lqyhtXnczbb2rIPzMDoqlI5o2q3agO_LfHtIJYmZVRHNyowzPYiRKunGAKuMMHcrDw0WREo_FElEylE8EjBV0ncpfyfQ87p3sexVpWRTSrysq2Keb3NHPXoiUY2TFYZXsLLfpoKc/s320/summerrain07a_MED.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 226px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">These products don’t exactly make me a Dolce & Gabbana super model, but they make me feel like <i>The Body Electric </i>song says…<i>”and in time, and in time, we will all be stars!”</i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>PRO TIPS & TRICKS:</i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">If you suffer from chest wrinkles then you are going to love what this <b><i>Pro</i></b> discovered at the recent <b><i>IMATS Convention</i></b> back in June. Nothing is more aging than wrinkles on your once beautiful chest! <i>Decollette Pads</i> were designed to correct and prevent chest wrinkles caused by sleeping on your side, sun damage, aging and gravity! These pads are made of 100% medical grade silicone and are reusable for up to 30 days! To place an order for <i>Decollette Pads</i> visit them online at <a href="http://www.decollettepads.com/">www.decollettepads.com</a>.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363306826457384098" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd2Q4PF-3OpVxFQnhXhyphenhyphenUNiGFTuDzx4CXTqf6rWhYRe2s55Jrohzc35foZUrnHljrVnSZblna5aVSVSCc3JI5ZVMCkp6oYlBX-tG64_RdkfhAgt4Nasy55urJV4NFVqeieovHa1MsQxVY/s320/decolletteproductuse.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 305px; height: 320px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363307079585254114" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjotwx55GfdgHknXcdBt-kJAR_uMBBeQnA-0KZXYbhb3rEO98-RWEKaXQZ0EfEQqrSEYSuccXBFOghQ2xURASD2l1c9SluUbMQ-YSYyb3g_C6f9LFtucrQ9GBRXAh9pr2IV5oXQvkBbvNw/s320/kylebefore.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 225px; " /></span></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; font-weight: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363307276413674946" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcmyEbC1mHentjeG7L_b3S3nA_ydUVeyl7ZWNyV9ppYr-OV3_UvQYAMvNsAxTOawQItA1-3JlBz-G4a53mYgidwMVYBU5ZG_NeSFk8_EtwBOQPWfOMXbogyR6mmUQhWYECjSimgZExZ60/s320/kyleafter.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 320px; height: 225px; " /></span></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>STAY TUNED:</i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><o:p></o:p></p><p class="MsoNormal">Up next on <b><i>IMPO</i></b>: Cover up!<span> </span>Got a tattoo or other skin issue?<span> </span>Tired of people commenting on it or need to cover it up for work or special occasion?<span> </span>Our next post will take you through step-by-step instructions on how to disguise your body art or birthmark!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5363307810093835698" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_Bm5kEekVC5PN3VE5XTrWr0DwZ1eQL4vwG5RoON7fPwRR3FngCUwvng3JUoTFAjvYa0eBYh0qssBvkhjXcVyhL6m-y-VQ0vDk-gOjytAky1h9a1Aa2hblxO36slOZJN7RcJ8A9Hybbwk/s320/tongue-tattoo.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 256px; height: 320px; " /></span></p>

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<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaTtO8XCL7ZHNRJWZu22xDGsko7bqGbuNSSlXewda5TL32qGImC59lKbZjmk7AlUvVzDIQk_nWcSexMUQ63NgzB2C8AeNHJReU7wgw5ta5tbQBipI4E-MvzdFIi12M6DVE1rLmzhv2BWg/s1600-h/WashYourFace.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoNX7kYkF1XfhwtZb6gy2CYeEDXwI530KCqyvoKMksMpX9_Te-hlygkCnhp7vfLpUcD-r50bF1vzF8Zvui0dX4bE7JI6jYHrn7TqWzyzShGxJQQkF25o_1hT3oB7wia_A-y4M0madz9vs/s1600-h/facials.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356656267096875122" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhoNX7kYkF1XfhwtZb6gy2CYeEDXwI530KCqyvoKMksMpX9_Te-hlygkCnhp7vfLpUcD-r50bF1vzF8Zvui0dX4bE7JI6jYHrn7TqWzyzShGxJQQkF25o_1hT3oB7wia_A-y4M0madz9vs/s400/facials.jpg" style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 241px;" /></a><br /><!--StartFragment--> <p class="MsoNormal">The <b><i>Pros</i></b> have a confession to make…we love to spa!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Mani/Pedi, Facials, Massages and Treatments are part of our genetic makeup and the more potions and concoctions we can rub on our skin, the better.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">It is so important to take care of your body’s largest organ: lots of water, sunscreen every day, and thorough cleansing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> And, like our makeup </span><b><i>Pro</i></b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> has always stressed, without good skin care, cosmetics can only do so much for you! </span>We like to recommend facials every two to four weeks, but we realize that facials are a luxury treatment and many people (including us) can’t always afford them as often as we would like to.</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356657737883809554" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaTtO8XCL7ZHNRJWZu22xDGsko7bqGbuNSSlXewda5TL32qGImC59lKbZjmk7AlUvVzDIQk_nWcSexMUQ63NgzB2C8AeNHJReU7wgw5ta5tbQBipI4E-MvzdFIi12M6DVE1rLmzhv2BWg/s400/WashYourFace.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 315px; height: 376px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">On a recent visit to one of our favorite spas, the marketing <b><i>Pro</i></b> was treated to a wonderful 75 minute facial which included the <i><a href="http://www.clarisonic.com/shop/index.php?gclid=CI_wg7uvypsCFSIuagodvjz9Kg">Clarisonic</a></i><a href="http://www.clarisonic.com/shop/index.php?gclid=CI_wg7uvypsCFSIuagodvjz9Kg">®</a>, an award-winning sonic skin cleansing system.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>For those of you who haven’t heard of the <i>Clarisonic</i> (um, do you live in a cave?), here is some background information on one of the latest cleansing tools for both face and body.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><i>Clarisonic</i> was developed by the same creators of the Sonicare® toothbrush.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The waterproof, handheld unit has a soft, gentle brush which oscillates back and forth more than 300 times per second.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356658043713933954" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTBhUxVWSlKmKnLC3WDLwujUgPmrTwntw7E7kf0v-fJx3qFeKQZ-GeHxeG43zd9P0TuceBzucy3s6v8wGVCLW6fF0zjAES1enZG7ClTeYUC0K3V508pi90GG_6oYMUAOwEJUHI46aHkS0/s400/clarisonic.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 301px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>Clarisonic</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> is proven to remove 6 times more makeup and 2 times more dirt and oil than manual cleansing.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Cleansing this well allows the skin to better absorb skin care products, thus using less and seeing greater results from all those age-defying, youth-enhancing, line-eliminating potions we buy by the gallon.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Dermatologists, Spas and Aestheticians are making the <i>Clarisonic</i> part of their treatments and highly recommend the purchase of a home unit for both face care and now, body care.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>It effectively cleans without abrasion or harsh chemicals and is gentle for all skin types.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Various brush heads are available.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">So…. back to my facial:</p> <p class="MsoNormal">As quiet Asian-inspired music played, flames from the aromatherapy candles burned and fountains trickled delicately, I relaxed on the luxurious facial table. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>My aesthetician, <i>Sharone</i>, asked me about my skin type and sensitivity to aromatics and plants and I grimaced to think that my brows probably needed a <i>“tune-up”</i> and <i>“how many extractions is she going to do?”</i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-style: normal; color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356658284199350050" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6zkWz0Y4NVHucHyzEWzuv1xGQxyhBOaI_lGx_JUeieZs2eL_zHZFoFGL69-oPP9pJu3R03jWGcnw__wLF4wAIx76vKdIGxX0v9FTxfaTVIHiuPk_WVgK_vRK2nA9a2tc1JeLrtHchJOk/s400/Facial+3.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 300px; height: 300px; " /></span></i></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><i><br /></i></p><p class="MsoNormal"><i>Sharone</i> gave me the <i>Purifying and Cleansing Facial</i>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>This was the recommendation from the spa director, whom I met at a gala.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>At the event, we began talking the <i>“biz”,</i> beauty that is and she asked if I had the opportunity to use the <i>Clarisonic</i> yet.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Since I had not, she immediately handed me her card and said <i>“call me!”</i><span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>Barbara Echols is extremely proud of her staff and service at <i>Avia Spa</i> in Santa Barbara.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>And I couldn’t agree more!! <a href="http://www.aviaspa.com/">www.aviaspa.com</a></p> <p class="MsoNormal">This particular facial was 75 minutes and included the following products, as well as a <i>Clarisonic</i> treatment to both my face and décolleté.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span><i>Sharone</i> is particularly fond of <i>Sundari</i> skincare. <i>Sundari</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"> embodies the principles of Ayurveda by containing the purest botanicals and advocating a methodology that seeks to establish ones holistic balance. </span><i>Sundari</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"> focuses on the three skin types, and the products are formulated to address each specific type: Vata is for dry skin, Kapha is for oily skin, and Pitta is for combination skin. </span><span><a href="http://www.sundari.com/">www.sundari.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356659082718336690" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_0QHGAGkugLMqKOiJxqQelAmmynSSGIl7T8v3CtFGOtoKDJ5aXJ-ZNdBKpqqWc1m_frfJWgz6KX-tLZcmAsGtsIWNMY-ZJOkq3NLNqhTfLyFN9XeFJsUW8CTBmUakH5Iu8TM_6WuYHGU/s400/80012NewXL.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 229px; height: 400px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356658845977225858" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_4KVB3gJbd9ykFNNLLl_XVxocWCnGKXF7YcOcg71i3Z5OnILJmCGWm2DUdIHxTVbvG3jI_DgZwAtQRq3e2DZdtsVD3BvvXP-Ce9PU9hhYwMoi1ylcetfhd91OATF6m6sB7q4wvM_7Nys/s400/60003XL.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 229px; height: 400px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356659215458386946" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhVZYJpCK-m65ObgxRoso9hFoUoCyyGduij1gLOEYnQ-i_oiULZSt90tSaL2PIn_rrlBYdwHmkTqR57kYbqa3M11stqIm6qsZmwUcdGdj_fXgOMfVvQHLtY7CJx6FFEd4odrbmT8026Bc/s400/50001XL-1.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 229px; height: 400px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold">Products used in my facial were:<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Cleanser: Gentle Gel, Neem & Burdock</p><p class="MsoNoSpacing">Exfoliant: Honey Enzyme</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Toner: Neem & Aloe Vera</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Mask: Neem & Green Tea</p><p class="MsoNoSpacing">Serum/Booster: Essential oil for Normal/Combination</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Moisturizer: Neem & Avocado</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Eye Cream: Neem & Chamomile Eye Oil</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Lip Balm: Omega3 & Mandarine</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Body Moisturizer: Gotu Kola & Lotus</p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold">My skin felt revitalized and smooth.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>My sensitive skin left </span><i>Avia</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"> feeling refreshed.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>I am very pleased with the </span><i>Sundari</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"> line and have started to use the </span><i>Chamomile Eye Oil</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"> regularly.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>As for the </span><i>Clarisonic</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold">: well, let's just say I couldn't have whipped out my credit card fast enough!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The </span><i>Clarisonic</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"> <b><i style="mso-bidi-font-style:normal">Plus</i></b> </span><i>Kit</i><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"> includes:</span></p><p class="MsoNormal" style="mso-margin-top-alt:auto;mso-margin-bottom-alt:auto; line-height:normal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356659488852476178" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgryzo0OjAokKLspcADj_CgKLy0ziKkrnw2XE0winoozuuzmLZDsRyx7JApQ2APgynXSHp02QaC4jcnPah8Aveyc7rsHyMGGjzfkoKtLgnD9yU1l6QVpAwGwmmvRQ9NSFlYtm5mjEgjAPM/s400/plusKitIncludesLG.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 234px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Cordless Clarisonic PLUS</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Universal Charging Cradle (100v-240v AC; 50/60 Hz)</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Sensitive Brush Head</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">Spot Therapy Brush Head</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">1 oz. trial sizes of Refreshing Gel Cleanser, Gentle Hydro Cleanser and Nourishing Care Cleanser</p> <p class="MsoNoSpacing">2 oz. trial size Refining Skin Polish</p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><br /></p><p class="MsoNoSpacing"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356659492470345202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6QRG2R07xmCkTerT2pq4RD2aqvoDuh0vExfSTRXzVocoXz9WnuE1hQRwZ1EwLlial9mIP5uOa0540WsmUP34BLcUpkYii7nu0X7CgU1JGj1zndFjOGaHZ0BpbBQjfgmRbxa5H21NSGwg/s400/brusheads3MED.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 400px; height: 234px; " /></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold"><o:p>The <i>Plus</i> <i>Kit</i> runs a little over $200 depending on where you purchase (it is available at many retailers, including <a href="http://www.qvc.com/">QVC</a> and Clarisonic’s own <a href="http://www.clarisonic.com/shop/index.php?gclid=CI_wg7uvypsCFSIuagodvjz9Kg">website</a>.) This is a great tool for home use and in these times of tightening our budgets, <b><i>IMPO</i></b> <b><i>Pros</i></b> think the <i>Clarisonic</i> is a sound investment!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span></o:p></span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span style="mso-bidi-font-weight:bold">We also highly recommend this product for teens; this patented technology gently removes stubborn dirt and oil on a teens’ skin and is convenient to use.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>One charge will last 30 uses. The unit is waterproof and may be stored and used in the shower.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>The handheld unit also guides the user with a beep to indicate movement to the next quadrant of the face.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal">I guess you could say <b><i>IMPO</i></b> is in love...again!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>PRO TIPS AND TRICKS:</i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Let's do a little math shall we...</p><p class="MsoNormal">Jane gets a facial twice a month (cause the <b><i>Pro</i></b> said so and she doesn't tell Dick) which costs her anywhere from $75 to $200 per month. Jane recently lost her job. Now, boys and girls how much does Jane spend a year on treatment? <b><i>IMPO</i></b> by no means thinks that using a Clarisonic will replace the luxury and self-indulgence of an aesthetician’s touch.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes"> </span>However, perhaps you (and Jane) can’t go as often as you used to for whatever reason (be it job loss or grumpy husband who has found your credit card statement) so at least your skin won’t suffer the consequences of the credit crunch!</p><p class="MsoNormal"><br /></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: rgb(0, 0, 238); -webkit-text-decorations-in-effect: underline; "><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5356660256725921522" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKqDBwCjPF5RGmSavjosIlHB9370pehTnZnvOo78ZQtNHnfO40iRUML11qAdpGt3JZXsIRqhtae1jnEgN41ijvCRcWP31apxZtMx0w6n4mwLajryaxflbfIoJdxJQZhL_uXTvMC7MTEJ4/s400/DickandJane.jpg" style="display: block; margin-top: 0px; margin-right: auto; margin-bottom: 10px; margin-left: auto; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 258px; height: 400px; " /></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i><br /></i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b><i>STAY TUNED:</i></b></p><p class="MsoNormal">Up next on <b><i>IMPO</i></b>: Are you...<i>special</i>? 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