Made up with March .... but arriving in April....

Made up with March

I know I know I know ...I am ridiculously late with this edition, and April is already here - and halfway over !!!  Naughty Jen! However, I hope it has been worth the wait, because I wanted to share a fabulous event with you and - as ever - more information on Arbonne. So this is a bumper blog this month!

So, Amalia (www.amaliakate.myarbonne.co.uk) had a second business launch* (with a twist) at the end of March! Inviting make up artist Amanda Oliver (www.amandaoliver.co.uk) and photographer Claire Shek (www.claireshekphotography.com) into the mix, we had a fabulous day with Amanda giving us all a make over using the Arbonne make up range, and with Claire "click clicking" in the background, photographing us looking glam! In between all the beauty activity we presented the business opportunity, tried other products, and sat in the sunshine, scoffing snacks and quaffing bubbly! What a fabulous way to spend a Sunday with a fabulous bunch of ladies! Take a look at some of Claire's snaps that capture the day nicely. The day has kick started Amalia's business off to a flying start!

Given the theme, I thought it was apt to feature the make up this month!

Amanda used "Soft blush" perfecting liquid 
foundation on me

Now, I am not proclaiming to be a skincare expert, but I know how my skin has changed since using the Arbonne ranges, and the make up is a big part of that. Before Arbonne I used a foundation that was supposed to help blemishes, but it was thick and gloopy and I could never get the colour juuuuust right. It left me shiny and self conscious by lunchtime and it definitely didn't help with spots. Now I use the Arbonne primer, concealer and foundation, as the base for the rest of my make up. So gone are the days of gloopy, poorly coloured foundations....there is a huge range of colours so you can pick a tone exactly right for you and it is incredibly light, gliding onto the skin, rather than spreading like butter. My "face" also holds up all day, so I can pop to the pub after work and and still have a nicely made up appearance. This has done wonders for my confidence. On a "don't take my word for it" note; A regular client said she went out clubbing, and went to the bathroom, expecting to have to re-apply, but her make up remained in tact, rather than her face having "slide down her couture"!

What is so special about Arbonne make up that sets it aside from other brands?
The brand evolved in consultation with top make up artists (think TOP TOP) and the outcome is"treatment make up". So all the good your skin is receiving from the FC5 or RE9 ranges, is further complimented by the make up. The range has been designed with optilight technology - a light reflective technology. This works in two ways. Firstly Light is diffused to create a soft focus effect, blurring imperfections so that the skin looks flawless from virtually every angle. Secondly, finely sized pigments allows the skin to breathe, meaning it is "as light as air" to wear. This comprehensive formula is combined with key botanics and contains no harmful chemicals.

So, lets take a look at some of the key products in the range;

The perfecting liquid foundations smooth out fine lines and imperfections and at the same time assists the skin's moisture level - the skin stays hydrated throughout the day, but the skin feels light rather than feeling like it has been caked on. The foundation allows skin to breathe and is non-comendogenic (doesn't block the pores which can create blackheads - anyone suffering from spots should always use non-comendogenic products). Containing a natural spf, the foundation is also helping protect the skin from sun damage. Often foundations can contain mineral oils, which basically coats the surface of de-hydrates and blocks the pores of, your skin.

Amanda used "expresso" perfecting
liquid foundation on Marge

Sheer tinted moisturisers offers a lighter coverage than the foundation, so great for even complexions or simply a weekend or perhaps a trip to the gym when you just want a little coverage. With similar qualities to the foundation, the skin will stay hydrated.
The Powder foundation coats the skin lightly offering flawless appearance and a healthy sheen and can be used on top of the tinted moisturisers and foundations.
Sheer pressed powder - good for touch ups throughout the day. Rose hip - antibacterial, helps with shininess
The Concealer helps to  mask imperfections/puffy eyes. Not oily or greasy and good around the eyes particularly if they are tired.
The Primer is a vitamin rich product and does what is says on the tin - it primes the skin for the application of the make up; It helps make up last and look flawless all day. Often described as liquid velvet on the skin, it helps the make up sit and settle and locks in the foundation. Green sea extracts helps nourish and re-generate the skin. Men also love using this (without the make up), for a nice flawless sheen.
Sheer glow highlighter adds radiance / glow to your skin - any skin tone. multi purposes. tiny bit on cheekbones, around lips, cleavage. OR - mix with your liquid foundation - apply all over as normal, gives even more luminosity. Dewy look to the skin. put on hand and compare with the other hand.
Blusher - Light weight with mineral infused pigments - so very concentrated, so brush, dust, apply.
Eye shadows, the pigments are botanically rich. long wearing.
Eye liners are creamy, soft, no wood, click and turn, but you can sharpen the edges of the liner with the detachable sharpener at the end. Non smudge, so stays in place all day.

Amanda used the Triple Action
Mascara on Amalia

Triple Action Mascara contains no chemicals and therefore conditions lashes rather than drying them out. As you get older lashes can get shorter and fall out more frequently, the chemicals often contained within beauty products will not help this. This product treats, conditions and protects lashes and from an appearance perspective, lengthens, refines, smudge resistant and long wearing. Anyone who has a condition that means lash loss, this is a good option. (Not waterproof - we would need to use chemicals to make waterproof).
Lash enhancer revitalises and lengthens the lashes. Containing botanticals that condition and thickens lashes, it also stimulates lash re-grow. Apply to base of the root twice daily, this product conditions and strengthens lashes and can even be used on sparse eyebrows too, to encourage re-grow.
Eye make up remover - oil free this conditions eyelids and lashes. Don't drag outwards. Circular movements to remove - wipe inwards and this will dissolve and break down the make up, and will then wash off easily.
Lipsticks - long wearing and do not seep onto the skin. Moisturises and conditions the lips, containing mango butter and alpine skullcap - and loaded with vitamins.

Note to clients - If you are an avid user of the Arbonne skincare, it is recommended that you use the make up too, to compliment rather than impair your skincare routine. Other branded make up - as with other skincare products -  can often contain parabens and chemicals. Parabens are preservatives, and highly controversial as being an oestrogen mimic and linked to breast cancers. Mineral oils coat the skin, blocks the pores and ages the skin; Arbonne products and make up are paraben and mineral oil free.

I hope you have enjoyed this little insight into the make up range, feel free to contact me for samples.

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This months PWP - Spend £45 (prior to usual discount) and you can buy the Arbonne Essentials Vitamin shots for just £25.00 - that is a 55% discount. Stuffed with high quality ingredients they are formulated using an integrative approach, the ingredients work together to increase nutrient uptake for optimum absorption and effectiveness.

Key Botanicals include: Black Pepper: Contains piperine, a constituent in black pepper that helps increase nutrient uptake so nutrients are better utilised by the body Milk Thistle: Contains silymarin, a constituent in milk thistle that supports liver health, which in turn supports production of the body's powerful, internally made antioxidant, glutathione Red Clover: Contains antioxidant isoflavones to help support bone health Green Tea: A great source of antioxidants Rhodiola: An adaptogenic herb that supports well being Chamomile: Helps soothes the stomach. All these ingredients are accompanied along with a stack of Vitamin C & D, Riboflavin, Selenium, Zinc, B12.
                                           
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As always, if you need any assistance with your renewal or general orders, don't hesitate to contact me. I hope you have enjoyed this months feature, as much as I enjoyed researching it! Enjoy the rest of April, and I will see you in May for another special edition feature. Here's a clue. White Mercedes! See you soon folks x

*For more information on how you can launch your own Arbonne business, you can contact me on naturaljen@myarbonne.co.uk.