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.

I heart February

I heart February

Wow, how is it February already? How did the resolutions go? I made it to the yoga class a few times and my new gym workout ....wow.....there are no words.... Aside from body torture, I have also been busy introducing people to Arbonne! Later in the blog read about why Amalia has joined my team and has launched her very own Arbonne business.

Firstly however, lets do some housekeeping!

Purchase With Purchase - A favourite with my RE9 clients ... Yes the Cellular Renewal Face Mask is back on PWP! Spend £45 (standard retail) and take the opportunity to buy the mask for just £20 (worth £51) !!!

Host rewards - Fancy getting a fantastic discount and free gifts? Want to introduce toxin free products to your friends but don't know how? Want an excuse to have all your nearest and dearest round to yours for tea and cakes/wine and nibbles? Hosting an Arbonne party could be the way! "Host" means, you provide the accomodation (lounge or kitchen!), raid your kitchen for the tea and biscuits, and you invite your friends over for a couple of hours to an Arbonne get together. In return, your friendly Arbonne consultant (aka moi!) presents the products, explains Arbonne's Swiss heritage and gives the host some nice gifts for loaning out their lounge and friends! Let me know if you would like to know more !!!

Client Renewal - Some of you may have received an email about your Arbonne renewal! What does this mean? Well, for another £10.40, you can renew your discount for a further 12 months, AND take advantage of a renewal RSVP (Choose up to £400 of products for £200). Whilst your membership is probably officially April/May time, you can take advantage of the renewal RSVP now. I know I did !! Let me know if you need help renewing!

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So, we launched Amalia in London on Thursday to her nearest and dearest, and they all left clutching the renowned "gold bag". Arbonne has consultants from all walks of life, and all sorts of different backgrounds, and earlier in the month, I asked Amalia a few questions to understand why she chose the Arbonne opportunity. So, in the spotlight, Amalia, 33, West London:

How did you hear about Arbonne? Through one of my best friends.

Had you heard of network marketing before Arbonne? Yes, but I didn't fully understand the model. Like most people not in the know, I thought it was some kind of pyramid selling. How wrong was I.

What appealed to you about joining the business? Mainly the opportunity to earn a residual income alongside my full time job. Both my husband and I would like to buy a house and have a family but we can't afford it at the moment. I strongly feel that if I put the effort into my Arbonne business, over the next couple of years we will have the financial freedom to do these things.

Why is it a good fit for you? I currently work for a large corporate. It is a fabulous company to work for, everyone works hard but it's a very positive "can do" environment to work in. Having been to several Arbonne meetings, training sessions and launches, I felt that same energetic and positive vibe as I do in my day job! How lucky is that! I also like to have several projects on the go so having my own business in tandem with the security of a "job" is just perfect.

Do you use the product? Yes. Absolutely. I wouldn't recommend doing this business unless you like the products. You wouldn't recommend a rubbish film to your friends....This is no different in my opinion.

Do you have a favourite product? Yes. I have 3 in fact, from the RE9 range. The toner, day cream and night cream.

And what a fabulous consultant Amalia will be!! Things are off to a flying start! So, question for you? Do you know someone who is looking for a second income? If so, Arbonne may be a good fit for them! Send them in my direction!

So have a fabulous February and Valentine's Day folks! Happy Shopping!

I heart Arbonne

Happy New You !

Fabulous Arbonne Sea Source Detox Spa

Happy New Year! How are you all ? Good I hope? My first blog of the year will take on a slightly different format to normal. I am going to focus purely on a hot January topic - DETOX ! January is that typical time of year, people look to re-vamp their lifestyle, or possibly have a post Christmas cleanse. Or perhaps you are dieting already and you want to give your weight loss a helping hand? Or maybe none of the above, but you just want super soft skin?? Whichever way it may be, are you sitting comfortably? Hold on tight for this January Home Spa Detox Special !

Firstly, what are the signs that YOU may need to detox?

*Congested/shiny skin *Bowel issues *headaches *Fatigue *Joint pain *depression *fluid retention *Wind (not the weather!) *Indigestion *Bad breath *Insomnia *Overweight *Asthma *Sinusitis *Run down

Secondly, why does detoxing with Arbonne help?

The marine plants and essential oils awaken the immune system and helps flush toxins out of the body

Thirdly, there are three key activities that will assist a detox programme:

* Regular body buffing/brushing from your feet to your head - large circular movements with a body brush or similar - this is to assist breaking down fatty cells *

 * Drink lots of water to help flush toxins (broken down fatty cells) out *

 * Exercise *

So, let me talk you through Arbonne Seasource products that help to assist a detox and weight loss programme:

Purifying Sea Soak Bath - This product is a "powerhouse" of antitoxidants all in one lovely bath soak. The contents of this sachet are very purifying and will re-mineralize your body, as it absorbs the minerals and trace elements. After you have bathed, it is recommended that you rest......relaxing and healing a soak is highly recommended before bed. Also, fine for a hot tub, as there is no scum!! (I love love love these baths - I particularly like them if I am feeling run down, a great pick me up! )

Foaming Sea Salt Scrub - Exfoliating is one of the most anti-ageing things you can do. This exfoliater helps with cellulite as it stimulates the cell wall around the fat and gets it moving (will be excreted through the body). It assists with skin and lymphatic circulation, and reducing fluid retention. If you are ill/tired/on medication it will help with fortifying your system. Also contains magnesium/zinc/copper which helps slimming down....and great for dry skin. (LOVE this - silky smooth skin straight away - and great for pimples on the back of arms - really works!)

5 in 1 Essential Massage Oil - Medically proven to be detoxifying (and won 2010 UK Beauty Award) Apply using knuckles! (It may hurt if you have cellulite). The essential oils are absorbed into the body within 10 minutes, and will leave skin firm and smooth. Can also be used in the bath and also assists with getting rid of fluid retention (contributes to weight loss) and circulation improvement. For best results drink 2 litres of water the same day as your bath! (I love this in my bath - silky smooth skin afterwards! Not yet tried the knuckle massage, I am going to try it this month!) Nb.Very stimulating, not recommended when pregnant or breastfeeding

Sea Mud Face and Body Mask - A very powerful and active healing product! It is full of blue/green algae which is packed full of anti-toxidants and vitamins. This mask particularly helps with skin complaints such as Eczema and Psoriasis (recommend application of skin conditioning oil first). The product works by drawing out and ingesting toxins and waste products from the lymph system.The ginger root also relaxes muscles. Skin may go red - but this is a sign it's working! (I love using this on my face, it calms my skin/break outs)

Detoxifying Rescue Wash - This is good for hair/face/body (helps with chemically treated hair too!) It cleanses and detoxifies, soothes, stimulates, conditions and is also anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial; so great after exercise. Good again for Eczema and Psoriasis (I use daily as a body wash and since using it, the spot prone skin on my back and chest has hugely improved)

Fortifying Hair Mask - Despite its name - this can actually be used anywhere on the body where you suffer dry or flaky skin! It can be left on overnight for an intense treatment, and great for anyone with scalp conditions. With sage leaf, which is anti-viral, shea butter which is nourishing and calming. Healing, calming and intensely conditioning, this can be used as a conditioner or left on longer as a treatment. (A once a week must for me, and a personal favourite with two of my preferred clients)

Renewing Body Gelee - Containing lots of sea botanical extracts and helps restore the skins iconic balance. It is great for stimulating cellulite in conjunction with the massage oil. Cooling and refreshing, it helps long haul heavy legged flights, lymphatic problems, after exercise, after sun, after waxing, varicose veins and headaches. (I use after exercise religiously, the "cooling" feeling is just fabulous!)

Re-mineralizing 24 Hour body lotion - A brilliant intense moisturiser that leaves the skin silky soft for 24 hours. Behaving as a shield and moisture trap, it has collagen support and contains olive oil, shea butter and sea kelp. Is also excellent for the feet if they are particularly dry (I LOVE this moisturiser, particularly after the salt scrub, it's the softest my skin has ever been! Erm...am also convinced it has helped give me firmer skin on my bottom. Sorry to all boy clients reading this!)

I don't know about you, but it makes me want to jump in the bathroom this second (The detoxing, not the firmer bottom) !

So how much would the entire set cost you ? Well, you may have received my text last week regards this months PWP, and this will considerably reduce the cost of your spend. The Seasource Express set is just £40 with any £45.00 spend (Please note this £45.00 standard retail price, so before your discount of 20% as a PC and 35% as a Conslt). This set contains the gelee, the hair mask, face/body mask, sea salt scrub, rescue wash. 5 down, 3 to go. If you were keen to complete the set, after discount, you can buy the massage oil/body lotion/massage oil for just under £85.00 - so the entire range could be all yours for just £125 instead of the retail value of £209! Call me if you require any order assistance, or to talk through the products/ingredients/offers in more detail!

If you are detoxing/dieting/not boozing, then best of luck with the success of your goal - you can do it! Personally I have a new gym programme, and I have had to indulge in sea soaks and gelee applications already to sooth my aching limbs!

So that's all for this month folks, may 2012 be a great year for you all, see you next month!

Dreamy December

This is the final blog of the year ! Can you believe it ? Time is whizzing by ! This time last year, I had not long been introduced to Arbonne, and was contemplating a 2011 business start up...and I'm so glad I did! I have learnt so much in the last 8 months, some of it about products, some of it about network marketing and some of it about myself.....I wonder what 2012 will bring?

Anyway. Enough about me...let's move on. What's in the news this month?

This month's PWP

Spend £45.00 (Before discount) and you can buy the Arbonne Sheer Glow Highlighter for just £12.00! Bargain! This is from the cosmetics range and is prefect for the party season. It adds an instant glow when strategically dabbed in all the right areas .... whether that be eyes/cheeks or ....collar bone ! :o)

(Also, don't forget, travel and detox spa sets are on PWP every month when spending various amounts - don't forget to check the promotions underneath your basket total to see what you qualify for!)

Business news

Arbonne really listen to the feedback from their consultants who are sharing this product and business with others. As a result, they are making it easier for people to join - and stay in - the business. Sign up has been reduced from £75.00 to £54.00 per consultant. This sign up entitles you to 35% discount off the products and you are sent business aids, such as workbooks and sample sets. The monthly consultant discount maintenance purchases has also been adjusted. It is now a yearly accumulative value, as opposed to two out of three months minimum orders. This makes the business of "staying in the game" much easier whilst you are busy building your network - great news when spare cash is often tight for us all in these tough times! You really can start a business for just over £50! Want to understand more? Or want to start your business in 2012? Contact me!

December Testimonial

The Arbonne Nutrition range is top of the range in terms of quality. This month, I have a glowing testimonial on the Calcium supplement - Big thanks go to this client, as I have just learnt some new things about Calcium myself!

"All my life I have had trouble with calcium - my body is not a good absorber of vitamins. When I was younger and in High School I actually fainted through calcium deficiency and I had to have some calcium injections. The sensations I felt after taking these tablets were a similar effect to these injections, which told me my body was absorbing the calcium - and quickly (my mouth was dry and I felt hot). But the benefits...wow...within a couple of days I didn't feel fatigued, my nails were better, my bones didn't hurt and my vision was better. Also, it means I didn't have to worry about having a morning coffee anymore (coffee absorbs calcium) as I knew I was getting plenty of calcium. I would highly recommend to others !"

Festive Lines

Don't forget, these end in December ! And if you are stuck for gift ideas, take advantage of your preferred client 20% discount!

Well, that's all folks! Sorry its short and sweet, but I am off to indluge in my white Christmas dreams, mulled wine and (what seems like) endless shopping! Call me if you need any help with ordering or to quiz me further on the business.......x

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year ! May it be a great one !

L-ovember Rain

The delicious FC5 range

Here we are....rainy November, but good news....big LOVE for Arbonne this month and big LOVE for my fabulous Arbonne clients, who have been offering me testimonials left, right and centre. so welcome to LOVEmber peeps.

This month I am kicking straight off with FC5 testimonials. There are two face ranges for FC5; Hydration and Oily/Combination. The ranges are unisex, and suitable for all ages. But firstly, what does FC5 actually stand for? It stands for Fresh - Cell - 5. "Five what?" I hear you say! Fresh cells are extracted from 5 fruits and vegetables, whilst keeping them intact and locking in nutrients that promote radiance. The cells are protected and encapsulated until they then come into contact with your skin, when they release their precious nutrients and help revitalise, hydrate and protect the skin. The 5 fruit and vegetables are: Kiwi  - source of anti-oxidants; Strawberry - purifying / toning; Carrot - smooths and ripe with B-carotene; Mango - nurturing/hydrating; Pumpkin - moisturising and bursting with B-carotene

Fabulous ingredients....and it smells gorgeous too !!

FC5 Hydration Testimonial

"The first time I trialled the RE9 ADVANCED sample strip, but unfortunately they didn’t match with my skin combination, as I can suffer with dry skin. So I took home the full set of FC5 Hydration range for three days and it matched like a stamp on a letter! It gave my face a fresh feeling, very moisturised, and a good texture. The combination in the creams mixed very well with my face, neck, the PH of my skin and contains sun protection too, so I bought the full range.

Sometimes, now, after coming out from my shower and using the FC5 Hydrating Cleanser, my face feels so hydrated that I don’t have to use the face cream. Before Arbonne, my face felt like a desert waiting for rain - a very uncomfortable feeling. These products have more lasting hydration, help with looking young, and gives more confidence in me. 

One of my other favourite products from the FC5 range is the hand cream. After having Psoriasis problems in the past on my hands, this is the first cream I’ve used after treating my problem and after all the medical ointments. I keep it with me in my purse all the times, especially now with cold weather. I have also recommended the products to friends and colleagues!"

FC5 Oily/Combination Testimonial

As you will know from earlier blogs, the FC5 oily/combo range is "my" range owing to my personal skin challenges (See September Spotted entry). But - lets hear about it from someone else: 

"I have used the FC5 oily/combination (cleanser/toner, moisturiser, mattifying powder) for the last few months and it is a perfect range for my skin! After years of struggling with oily/shiny skin, these products have given me the confidence of having oil free/clean skin all day long. They offer a fresh, matte feeling - that most importantly lasted way beyond lunchtime! My pores become significantly smaller/reduced and the occasional 'breakout' I used to suffer with, has not happened since using the range. 

I also love the universal FC5 scrub as it never fails to leave my skin feeling squeaky clean and as soon as I apply the (mattifying) powder I feel confident to start the day and feel really 'clean' and fresh. I also thought the try before you buy was an excellent system - I felt confident the range I was purchasing was the right one for me and I very much looked forward to my parcel arriving!!"

Perhaps you know someone that suffers with oily skin/spots dryness who would like to try these ranges? If so, let me know, and they too can benefit from a free three day trial!

So, what other news for you !? 

The Business

This business is BOOMING at the moment....the end of October saw another Regional Vice President promote into a National Vice President (Top spot and only the 4th in the UK so far!) and two more people promote to Region - Aka the White Mercedes level !! The Arbonne opportunity is huge, so whether you are looking for an extra £100 a month income, or £1000 a month or to leave your full time job...it really doesn't matter...this business really does have room for everyone! What to know more? Or know someone that may want to hear more? Contact me!

PWP - Lovember's purchase with purchase

Spend £45.00 as a preferred client and you can buy the RE9 Cellular Renewal Mask for just £20 !!! A £31 discount (over 60% off)! I know that some of you are big fans of this mask - as am I !!! Even though I am a FC5 devotee, I use this mask every 10-14 days. It really does leave you fresh faced, glowing and as soft as a baby's botty! I tend to use the mask (the night before) important work meetings or a big night out the following evening, to give me extra confidence! So, what does it actually do? The mask :

*regenerates the skin through the removal of dead skin cells 

*diminishes the appearance of fine lines 

*encourages cell renewal and skin repair

Please note this is a very stimulating product due to the Pineapple and Papaya enzymes, so do NOT use it before going out as you may go bright red! Best to use it the night before !!

At £20 this is a Bargain ! 

Festive Gifts

I sent out the Festive catalogues over a week ago. If you did not receive yours - let me know. Why not take advantage of your Arbonne 20% discount, and use it to order your Festive gifts for friends, family, your kid's teachers...or perhaps you run your own business and you need corporate gifts for clients - Why do the typical booze or food? Why not give a gift with a difference, and order it from the comfort of your lounge - on your laptop - in front of Corrie! Why trudge round the shops!?

Perfumes

Who - hoo!! Lovember sees the launch of the Arbonne perfumes! Big excitement for me! Click into this link for more information. Still trying to figure out the sample situation for these - Bear with me.

www.naturaljen.myarbonne.co.uk - Go to the "whats new" section.

Well that's it peeps, thanks for reading. Big November Love ! See you all soon ! xx

Octoberfest

www.naturaljen.myarbonne.co.uk

No....its nothing to do with beer....or Germany....but this month is my very own October-fest...because, well firstly its October...and secondly....the launch of the Arbonne Festive Range !! Excitement !! Ok, so it might be a little early to be decorating the tree, but Facebook clearly shows that we are all thinking about it. What with people writing Christmas cards and starting (or in some cases actually finishing!!) Christmas shopping...or should I be saying Festive shopping these days ? Who knows ! Who cares !! Santa's coming soon ! So I have ordered my catalogues, and all you clients will be receiving your own catalogue from me imminently.

However, I think I can sense sniffs of curiosity.... so let me drop some rather large hints....how about ladies perfumes...men's cologne (yum!)....stunning scented candles...vanilla body range ....The Festive range was launched just recently, at the Arbonne Annual Conference (right before James Cracknell spoke - or tried to - amidst the wolf whistles and mild hysteria!) last month. It actually was like kids at Christmas, rushing for testers of the scents and to try the make up colours, a lot of fun! I will be holding a festive launch this month, where people can pop along to try/test/touch some of the products over a vino - watch this space for your invite ! First one planned for London, provisional date of 19th October - SAVE THE DATE!

So, what else is on the Arbonne list this month? PWP, a testimonial and lets dip our toes into detox shall we?

PWP 

For all new clients, this stands for "Purchase with Purchase". I usually show clients how to shop for these after their initial order when they are thinking about a re-order and want to learn to navigate the web page themselves and how to find the deals and bargains! (Anyone needing a reminder, inbox me)

So, what is it this month? Women's daily power packs for just £30 (usually £74.00) with every £45 SRP (standard retail spend)...so you spend just £36.00 after a preferred client discount has been applied, or £29.25 as a consultant. Great value - the quality of these vitamins are phenomenal, and they are designed to be high absorption....as opposed to ...well....be "excreted" almost immediately through the body shall we say .... they are fabulous, so why not give them a whirl whilst they at a bargain price point ! They are also vegan and gluten free....

This Month's Testimonial - Men's RE9 

Again, I am turning to a client to put their experience into their own words...

"I decided to try Arbonne after attending Jen's London Launch. I liked the sound of the guy who is developing the serums (Dr Peter Matravers) and the fact that they contain no mineral oils/liquid parafidiums - it played on my mind. I liked the overall effect of my trial, so went on to purchase the full men's range and I'm glad I did! I have been using the product for three months now, and my shave is rash free and smooth and calm afterwards. I probably love the moisturiser the best, it feels great, and you can tell it's a luxury product....although I also find the after shave balm great, as it is so cooling and soothing after my shave! I use the full range religiously and will be re-ordering again soon. Also....I appear to be saving money...because my razor blades last approximately 2 weeks longer than they used to! Would I recommend to others? Yes, I would ...and already have!"Mr H, Middlesex


A great testimonial for the men's RE9 set...and yes its true...your razorblades actually do last longer....

Detox 

Yes I know I know...this is surely a contradiction, given that we are about to head in to the over indulgent season right? Well, all the more reason to embrace it now, flush your system out now....before you clog it all back up again !! I will hit you with it again in January.....As with the RE9 mask that I issued in August, I will mail all preferred clients some samples and information on the detox range with your Festive catalogue, so you can try for yourselves. This will include a "oh my god, it's a miracle"* hair mask. I absolutely love the detox range, for the body, this is totally the range for me and I use it daily. It is perfect after the gym and perfect for when you are run down from either being over indulgent or from burning the candle both ends.

Here is a little bit of information as a taster ....

Face and Body mask - This is the epitome of the way we expect a mask to look - bright GREEN. But there is good reason for it, as it contains blue and green algae which is packed full of antitoxidants and vitamins; Sea lettuce which is an extremely powerful antitoxidant; Ginger root which relaxes muscles. It is very good for skin problems (eg psoriasis**) as it is very healing and whilst stimulating (good for cellulite) is also soothing. 

I love this mask - apparently the redder you go, the more toxins you are carrying in your body ...oops. I mainly use for my face, as it calms down, yet lifts my problematic skin when I am over-tired and run down. Another Arbonne consultant uses it on her legs/thighs/midriff before a big night out, wanting the frock to fit as well as it can (who needs spanx?)

Exfoliating scrub - Contains 9 fabulous minerals - magnesium, zinc, sea fennel, hazel seed, grape seed, jojoba, sunflower, sea kelp, bladderwack. Also contains Vitmains E and F. Exfoliation is key to detoxing, because it stimulates your lymphatic system, which helps eliminate toxins. By exfoliating with this scrub, you are helping to break down cell walls around fat and get it moving....and it is then excreted through the body (eg sweating and the lavatory). If you are ill/tired/on medication exfoliation also helps to fortify your system.

Love love love this scrub .... it leaves your skin so soft and supple, especially followed by the 24 hour body moisturiser......

Gelee - This is a gloopy substance, that to me smells like lemon curd and feels like runny jam. It sounds disgusting...no? It isn't...its totally fabulous and I LOVE IT !! It contains botantical sea extracts and helps restore the skin's iconic balance. It contains lemon verbena (stimulating and good for antitoxidants), spirulina, Shea butter and green tea extracts. It flushes the cells of toxins (so good for cellulite) and is refreshing cooling. Known to be good for varicose veins, sunburn, after waxing, on flights and headaches ! It also contains spearmint, which creates a "tingle" when it touches your skin.


I particularly enjoy the gelee after exercise and after the sea soak bath - I love the tingle :o)

So that's it for Octoberfest, I'm going to get the Christmas tree and mince pies ready now, for my festive launch ! Thanks for reading folks, speak soon xx

*As quoted by 33 year old female preferred client, May 2011

** Recommended that the problematic areas are covered with skin conditioning oil in the first instance, and then covered with the mask

September spotted....

Good evening folks, thanks for linking in. This is the September Blog update for my Arbonne clients! Much easier than trying to round robin email everyone and all the info supplied here can be retrieved by you, without you having to scour through loads of emails !! Just save http://naturaljen.blogspot.com/ to your browser and then you can click in whenever you want !

So !! September information !!

Purchase With Purchase this month - the FC5 night cream only £17.00 with every £45.00 spend !! Excitement !! (Link 1 below)

FC5 is actually "my range" shall we say. Being blemish prone since I was 14, the oily/combination range does absolute wonders !! My skin is soft and hydrated, but without any oiliness at the end of a full day's work, and my skin has really calmed down, it's the best it has ever been in fact. Long term spots are apparently caused by hormone imbalance and as a result the skin over produces oils, which in turn, block pores and turn into zits. They need to be tackled by the hormones themselves, or by the oil your skin is producing, or in some cases - both. So if you know any spotty sufferers...send them my way, I may just have the solution !! So, this month's PWP is absolutely on my shopping list this month at this price !!! The night cream has been recommended for scarring and now that the spots are gone....well it's time for some night repair action, me feels !!!!

Something else to note here - Arbonne products are synergistic (I think that's the right word!) so you can mix the ranges together. Some avid RE9 users actually opt for the FC5 ranges in the hotter (?) months as it is lighter in smell and texture.

Re-launches - Some of my preferred clients have expressed an interest in the business opportunity, which I am happy to discuss at any time. However, September sees the return of some Jennie launches, so why not come along to one of those! I will be holding two re-launches this month, which will typically involve wine and an hour or two (or three - depending on how much wine you like) of people's time. Dates to be confirmed, but there will be one in Stratford upon Avon and one in West London and the tone is informal and informative. The first two I held were a blast, one ended in a curry down Pitshanger Lane and the other supping a Port or two in rather super hotel digs.....it would be great to see you there...if only for the wine!! Dates to follow...

Recommend a Friend - Do you have a friend/sister/cousin/nephew/niece/aunty/husband/neighbour who would like a free 3 day trial of the product the same way you did? Recommend a friend, and if they become a preferred client receive the box of the Detox Spa Soaks for FREE. (Srp - £41 - link 2 below).

Speaking of Spa ....if anyone wants to try this range, let me know....it's a fabulous range and can assist with weight loss programmes, breaking down fatty cells and assisting with cellulite....I will do a feature on this soon. The hair mask from this range has also been described by one of my top preferred clients as "magic" and a "miracle" after using on her just colour treated and tangled hair, leaving it "silky smooth" afterwards (her words - not mine!!!)

Not in my words....

Finally, this leads me neatly onto this month's testimonial (hopefully one a month hereon in). Whilst every one's skin is different and everyone gets different results, I think its really important for you to hear positive results, from someone who isn't me. This months testimonial is an important one, because the products made a big difference to her life.....

"My good friend Jen decided to embark on the Arbonne adventure and so after using the RE9 sample and attending one of her launch events I made my purchase. I tried the RE9 facial skin care range, and loved it. My problematic skin felt soft, fresh and clean after just a few days. The cost initially held me back (I’m usually a soap and water girl!) but I needed to sort out the Roseacea I was suffering from, as my wedding day was just a couple of months away (the other creams/medication I’d been trying didn’t seem to be having any effect.) Pretty much immediately, my cheeks and forehead were calmer, not so blotchy / inflamed and softer. Gradually, with continued use this has improved even more, and using the products have made me much more confident about my skin."

Anyone that knows a Roseacea sufferer, will know that the cause is unknown and there is no medical cure. It can massively affect confidence because it can mean spots, inflamed cheeks/skin, pimples or bumps and swollen vessels and tissue. From what I have read on the condition, the pure ingredients, Vitamin C, sunscreen and lack of chemicals in the products, are likely to be the key factors in the above success story.

Thanks for reading folks, speak soon xx

Link 1 - https://secure.myarbonne.co.uk/arbonne/naturaljen.nsf/p1/1?OpenDocument&shoppingcart=1
Link 2 - https://secure.myarbonne.co.uk/arbonne/naturaljen.nsf/p1/1?OpenDocument&shoppingcart=1