Facelogic Spa

Discover mineral makeup

That’s what I was asking about a few years ago, until I tried it! Like many of you, I was constantly seeing the infomercials and ads for mineral this and mineral that and I just wasn’t ready to buy into the hype. At the time, most of the major mass market brands weren’t conforming to the mineral craze, so I didn’t need to either. Plus, I had a bathroom full of makeup, so I wasn’t ready to throw out years worth of investing just to jump on the new bandwagon.

However, after doing the research (reading up on minerals AND trying out products…the fun part) I am now a convert. So why is it so much better? There are a number of reasons, but most importantly, mineral makeup contains a number of minerals and vitamins so that not only are you wearing color on your face, but it is actually helping improve your skin, overall texture and complexion. Makeup that is good for you…i’m in!

With most non-mineral makeup, the foundations do a great job covering imperfections, but that’s where the makeup stops. It is merely sitting on the skin as a mask instead of actually acting to treat the skin. Typically, mineral makeup is free of chemical dyes, perfumes and talc which means it’s good for sensitive skin, including those with acne or roscea. I’m really into products that can treat on a number of levels, and makeup that is good for you is one of the best things i’ve come across in awhile.

While there are a number of good mineral brands out there, we’ve recently brought gloMinerals into our Facelogic Spas and i’m obsessed with the pressed and loose powders. They have over 20 shades so you can find the perfect color match and they leave you with dewy-hydrated looking skin.

If you just can’t part with your favorite makeup line to try a mineral line, at least try some mineral powders or blushes. Remember you’ll be doing something good for your skin AND looking great. Come play with our gloMineral makeup collection at Facelogic Spas nationwide!

~facelogic spa

My go-to scrub!

What’s that one product you can’t live without? I know, who can pick just one product, right? I probably have 5 new ones every week! But there’s one product ‘category’, if you will, that I just can’t live without. Exfoliators…they are my favorite, period.

What other product can make your face feel soft, smooth and glowing everytime? Now, don’t get me wrong, I love my moisturizers and masks, but throwing in a little exfoliation a few times a week always puts a smile on my newly glowing face. Don’t over-do the exfoliation…believe me, I have and it ended up in flaking dry skin. Not the look I was going for.

So what’s all the hype about these exfoliators? Well, your skin is constantly generating new cells at the lower layer (the dermis) and sending them to the surface (the epidermis). As the cells get to the surface, they gradually die and slough off and the process starts again with new cells. As we age, this cell turnover begins to slow down and the dead cells don’t slough off as quickly, leading to a dull, rough appearance. The exfoliators are important because they aid in removing the dead surface skin cells and allowing the new cells to surface and create that glowing, hydrated look.

There are two forms of exfoliation that you can choose from, mechanical and chemical. The mechanical method uses an abrasive to physically rub off the dead surface skin cells. The chemical method uses enzymes and acids to dissolve the dead cells. There you have it, brighter skin is only a quick scrub or peel away!

So how do you decide on a product? Well, there are so many great options to choose from but I have a couple favorites that you have to try!

My go-tos for home:

• scrub? Facelogic’s Microdermabrasion Polish. The magnesium oxide crystals leave my skin feeling ultra clean and smooth. And the peppermint-y smell is insanely rejuvenating!
• peel? MD Skincare’s Alpha Beta Peel Pads. If you can’t get the professional version, this works wonders! It gives me a totally resurfaced feeling and always leaves my skin looking luminous.

I might try new products every week, but these have been in my beauty arsenal for quite some time, which gives kudos to the fact that they really work! Remember, everything in moderation people! I don’t want hate mail from people who become obsessive exfoliators to the extent that your skin starts peeling off!

Scrub a dub-dub my friends…

~facelogic spa