There are things you want to be sure to give your skin and then of course there are things you want to avoid. Give your skin vitamins, a good exfoliation and daily moisture. Avoid smoking, oil-based solutions or creams and those with fragrance. These things don’t help your skin but can harm it.

Vitamins A and E are good for your skin and help prevent the deterioration of skin that naturally occurs with age. These vitamins can also strengthen your skin cells and help improve its overall appearance.

Exfoliation must be done properly and can help your skin get rid of dead skin cells allowing new skin to form. It’s not necessary to exfoliate your skin daily. Weekly or bi-weekly is enough. You should always follow with moisturizer, water based moisturizer is sufficient. This helps to lock in natural moisture in your skin and keep it healthy.

Smoking on the other hand can be extremely harmful to your skin. The nicotine in cigarettes can cause skin discoloration. Then there are the oil based solutions and creams, these clog your pores and can lead to acne. Another issue with many creams or beauty treatments is the added fragrance. It’s not necessary for a product to work efficiently.

Overall you want to remember these do’s and dont’s when taking care of your skin.

This week’s topic is anti aging. Recent study showed that today’s women are willing to spend more on looking good than on food or living. (I think we don’t need a study to know it, we live it every day.) This week I’ll help you look great on a budget. So what are the main anti aging solutions for you? Where should you start and where should you go from there?

1. Start with the basic. You probably heard me say it many times, but basic skin care is the must for younger looking skin. Consistency is the king, therefore you should take care of your skin regularly twice a day. Your basic anti aging solution will be TimeWise 3-in-1 Cleanser (it cleanses, exfoliates and freshens in 1 simple step), TimeWise Moisturizer (which hydrates your skin for up to 10 hours) and Firming Eye Cream.

2. Fight signs of aging. There are many solutions in Mary Kay, but my favorite certainly is Day and Night Solution Set. It fights lines and wrinkles 24/7 boosting your skin with vitamins and botanicals. In addition, Day solution protects your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays as it has SPF 25 in it. Don’t just fight lines and wrinkles, prevent the new ones at the same time…

3. Add extra exfoliation. I can’t speak highly enough about Mary Kay Microdermabrasion Set. It’s a fantastic set that deeply exfoliates your skin removing not just all the dead skin, but also outer layer of the skin, leaving it smooth, fresh and healthy. Using it 1-2 times a week will completely transform the look of your face.

4. Get rid of deep lines and wrinkles. Yes, you can do it! Mary Kay TimeWise Replenishing Serum +C is formulated with ingredients known to protect collagen from deteriorating. Using this product regularly will give you similar results like collagen injections, just without the pain and side effects. How cool is that?

To help you look fabulous for holidays and New Year, here’s your chance to look your best and save big. Don’t miss it, this offer is available till midnight Sunday November 14, 2010 (please read instructions below to learn how to get your discount).

OPTION 1: Basic Set

Buy 1 Basic Set (TimeWise Cleanser, TimeWise Moisturizer, Firming Eye Cream) and get a free travel size Microdermabrasion set for free. Free shipping/delivery.

Your total: $132 $105
Your savings: $27

OPTION 2: Miracle Set

If you buy: Basic Set (TimeWise Cleanser, TimeWise Moisturizer and Firming Eye Cream) and Day/Night Solution Duo, you will get Microdermabrasion Set for only $20. Free shipping/delivery.

Your total: $264 $217
Your savings: $47

OPTION 3: Ultimate Set

Buy 1 Basic Set (TimeWise Cleanser, TimeWise Moisturizer, Firming Eye Cream), Day/Night Solution Set and TimeWise Replenishing Serum +C and I’ll give you Microdermabrasion Set and Tinted Lip Balm of your choice absolutely free. You will also get a free shipping or delivery.

Your total: $339 $257 (depending on your choice of products)
Your savings: $82

Instructions:
1. Weekly offers are limited to my VIP Club members. Please note that I only ship products within Canada.
2. If you like certain offer, here’s how you can order your products:
* by phone at 647-637-6516
* by email at silvia@bestmagneticlook.com
* online at http://marykay.ca/spencakova
3. You MUST use code “VIP” with your each order to get your discount and priority service.
4. If weekly offer doesn’t apply to you, simply delete it. There will be a new one coming next week.

This week we talk about lips. Lips are probably the most neglected area on our body. From suffering sun damage, or cold winter to hot/cold drinks and food, lips deserve our special attention.

1. Exfoliate your lips. At least once a week exfoliate your lips using Satin Lips Lip Mask. It will remove all the dead skin from your lips leaving the area smooth, preventing chopping and damage.

2. Hydrate your lips. I can’t speak highly enough about Mary Kay Satin Lips Lip Balm. It hydrates your lips for up to 6 hours (no more applying your lip balm each 5 minutes), it hydrates your lips deeply inside your skin, leaving them smooth and kissable. In combination with Satin Lips Lip Mask, this powerful duo – Satin Lips Set – is one of my best selling sets ever. If you haven’t tried it yet, call or email me, I’ll make it a priority to make sure you do.

3. Protect your lips. It might sound weird, but your lips can suffer from UVA/UVB rays. With Mary Kay you have 2 options to prevent the damage. First, Mary Kay Lip Protector Sunscreen SPF 15 protects your lips from drying effects of sun and wind, Tinted Lip Balms Sunscreen SPF 15 moisturize, color and protect your skin 3 steps in 1. Super convenient for your on the go lifestyle.

4. Fight the signs of aging. Don’t worry about lines and wrinkles around your lips… There’s a solution to help you like your face again. My personal favorite solution is TimeWise Age-Fighting Lip Primer. It prevents and fights fine lines and wrinkles, but also prevents lipstick or lip gloss from bleeding. If you just want to fight the signs of aging, you can also use Firming Eye Cream to help you get rid of lines and wrinkles around your lips.

Ok, so now you know all about how to take care of your lips, so let’s make you a deal to make your lip care a reality. Below are 3 options to choose from, pick the one you like the most and find out below how to order this week’s special. This offer is available till midnight Sunday November 7, 2010 (please read instructions below to learn how to get your discount).

OPTION 1: Kissable Lips

Buy 1 Satin Lips Set and get additional Lip Balm at half price. Free shipping/delivery.

Your total: $52 $37.50
Your savings: $14.50

OPTION 2: Lips Special

If you buy: Satin Lips Set, Tinted Lip Balm (choose the color you like) and your choice of either lipstick/lip color/lip gloss, you’ll get a free Satin Lips Lip Balm. Free shipping/delivery.

Your total: $84.50 max. $62.50 (depending on your choice of products)
Your savings: $22

OPTION 3: Lips To Die For

Buy 1 Satin Lips Sets, TimeWise Age-Fighting Lip Primer, your choice of Lip Liner, your choice of lipstick/lip color and lip gloss and Tinted Lip Balm SPF 15/Lip Protector Sunscreen SPF 15,  and I’ll send you second Satin Lips Set (you can keep it for yourself or use it as a fantastic Christmas present) and your choice of lipstick/lip color/lip gloss absolutely free. You will also get a free shipping or delivery.

Your total: $179.50 max. $125 (depending on your choice of products)
Your savings: $44.50

Instructions:
1. Weekly offers are limited to my VIP Club members. Please note that I only ship products within Canada.
2. If you like certain offer, here’s how you can order your products:
* by phone at 647-637-6516
* by email at silvia@bestmagneticlook.com
* online at http://marykay.ca/spencakova
3. You MUST use code “VIP” with your each order to get your discount and priority service.
4. If weekly offer doesn’t apply to you, simply delete it. There will be a new one coming next week.

This week we talk about eyes. As my customers you already know the importance of eye care. It’s very simple.

1. Cleanse your eye area every evening. My favorite product is Eye Makeup Remover (yes, I use it even if I don’t have eye makeup on – which is not very often). Make sure to not rub your eye area, be very gentle to prevent damaging the skin.

2. Hydrate your eye area at least twice a day. For young skin (if you’re 20-30 year old) you can start with Anti-Aging Eye Cream, if you already see first signs of aging, add Firming Eye Cream. Again, be very gentle, to apply eye cream use your ring finger and gently tap it to your eye area. Avoid applying the eye cream close to your eye to prevent damage, apply the product on the bone around your eye – under the eye brows on the top and on the top of the cheek bone on the bottom. Make sure to apply the product on the outside corner of the eye (again, on the bone).

3. If you’re a makeup lover, you will love Mary Kay Eye Primer. This travel size and user friendly product will help your makeup stay on its place until you remove it, but it will also enhance the color of your makeup. Once you try it, you’ll never go without it…

Ok, so now you know all about the products, so let’s make you a deal to help you take care of your eyes on a regular basis without breaking a bank. Below are 3 options to choose from, pick the one you like the most and find out below how to order this week’s special.

OPTION 1: Basic Beauty

Buy 1 Firming Eye Cream and get the second one at half price. I will also give you a travel size of Eye Makeup Remover for free. Free shipping/delivery.

Your total: $92 $60
Your savings: $32

OPTION 2: Eyes Special

If you buy: your choice of eye cream (either Age Fighting Eye Cream or Firming Eye Cream) and Eye-Makeup Remover you’ll get a free Eye Primer. Free shipping/delivery.

Your total: $82.50 $57.50
Your savings: $25

OPTION 3: Eyes Have It All

Buy 2 Firming Eye Creams and 2 Eye-Makeup Removers and I’ll send you third set absolutely free. You will also get a free shipping or delivery.

Your total: $179.50 $115
Your savings: $64.50

Instructions:
1. Weekly offers are limited to my VIP Club members. Please note that I only ship products within Canada.
2. If you like certain offer, here’s how you can order your products:
* by phone at 647-637-6516
* by email at silvia@bestmagneticlook.com
* online at http://marykay.ca/spencakova
3. You MUST use code “VIP” with your each order to get your discount and priority service.
4. If weekly offer doesn’t apply to you, simply delete it. There will be a new one coming next week.

It is important to start protecting the skin at a young age. Although, the skin may not show damage in your 20’s or 30’s, all those years of damage will start to show in the later years of life. Wrinkles, fine lines, sun spots, age spots, and uneven skin tones are just a few of the problems facing adult women.

A skin care regimen for the face and body is essential to maintain skin’s health as the years go by. Use different cleansers for the face and body. Body bar soap should never be used to wash the face. It is too drying.  To maintain facial skin, use a gentle cleanser and moisturizer twice a day, preferably morning and night. Start and end the day with a fresh face to prevent the growth and spread of bacteria. Wear sunscreen on the face every day. There are moisturizers with sunscreen added in available. Use a night cream to protect the face and encourage cell rejuvenation. Do not over wash the face; it will get dried out.

Body skin care regimen is simple as well. Use a gentle moisturizing cleanser to wash everything from the neck down. Be sure to rinse the skin thoroughly. Any soap residue can clog pores and cause breakouts. Use a body moisturizer, especially on typically dry parts of the body like elbows, hands, and feet.

There are some unsightly and potential serious risks to not taking care of your skin. The most serious risk is skin cancer. Without sunscreen, the skin will absorb harmful UV rays that damage the skin. Too much exposure heightens the risk of skin cancer. Varicose veins, while mostly genetic, can be treated to avoid further damage. Take breaks from frequent standing and put your feet up whenever possible. Exercise to increase blood circulation. All of these will not eliminate varicose veins, but they will make them less noticeable and painful.

Other less serious risks include age spots, wrinkles, acne, and uneven skin tones. Under normal conditions, all of these can be prevented and treated with a healthy skin care routine. Mary Kay products are gentle, affordable, and effective. The TimeWise line was specifically created to gently fight the signs of aging.

Diet and exercise also contribute greatly to healthy skin. Women may use product after product and not see any change; they should evaluate their diet and make sure they are getting all the proper nutrients. Good skin care involves good body and mind care. Try to relax and de-stress whenever possible. Stress and fatigue may take on toll on the skin, so be sure to consider your mental health in your skin care regimen. Follow these anti-aging tips to prevent and treat the signs of aging. Anyone can have lifelong soft and healthy skin with the proper care.

1. A healthy diet is a surefire way to prevent the signs of again, and not just only for the skin. Be sure you are getting the correct amount of vitamins and minerals so your body has enough to repair and rejuvenate the body. Eat plenty of fruits and vegetables and take a daily supplement. The body needs fuel to work properly, so treat your body well and it will do the same for your skin.

2. Exercise is equally as important as a healthy diet. Regular exercise keeps the skin looking young and vibrant since it increases blood circulation and helps dispose of harmful toxins. Exercise will help to keep your whole body healthy, not just your skin.

3. Protecting the skin from toxins and the sun’s harmful rays will go a long way to keeping your skin looking young, healthy, and fresh. Always apply a light sunscreen after moisturizer and before make-up. The sunscreen will prevent the sun’s ray from causing sun spots, uneven skin tones, and dryness on the face. An excellent sunscreen is Mary Kay’s TimeWise Day Solution Suncreen. At SPF 25, it provides the right amount of coverage with making your skin oily or shiny.

4. In addition to diet, exercise, and sunscreen, make sure you are using the proper products for your skin type. Even great products may not work if they are used incorrectly or on the wrong skin type.

5. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! A skin routine that keeps your skin constantly hydrated, but not oily, is an excellent way to prevent the signs of again. Dry skin develops spots, fine lines, and rough patches, but right amount of moisturizer can help plump up fine lines, shrink pores, and make the skin feel soft and look smooth. Women with oily skin still to use a moisturizer. The trick for all women is finding the moisturizer that works with your skin type.

Mary Kay has developed a number of moisturizing products for all skin types. The TimeWise line is gentle and has a moisturizer for each skin type. They have a Balancing Moisturizer for combination skin and many different products for those with excess oil or dry, sensitive skin.  They even offer a tinted moisturizer with sunscreen for 2-in-1 application. The Tinted Moisturizer is safe for all skin types and should be worn under make-up.

6. Drink plenty of water, but not too much. Drinking excess amount of water can flush out important nutrients, but too little water will leave us dehydrated, leaving the skin either very dry or without the proper nutrients it needs to rebuild cells.

7. Learn ways to manage stress. Stress is proven to take a toll on the body, especially the skin. Stress can cause acne to flare up or aid in the creation of fine lines and wrinkles. Exercise and meditation are great stress reducers. Some people relax by reading or writing; whatever it is, find time to de-stress. Get plenty of sleep; this is when the body does most of its repairing and rejuvenating. Taking care of your body and your mind will help prevent the signs of again.

1. Skin care routine.
I’m very passionate about skin care. If you don’t want to use makeup or don’t know how to, I don’t care. But every woman (and man) should take a proper care of her (his) skin. We are given only one face and body and if you mess up, it will take much more time, effort and money to get improved. Your skin care routine should be personal (based on your skin type and specific conditions of your skin), consistent and fast.

2. Eat right.
Yes, you can survive on fries, coke and coffee for many days, but a day will come when your body will say ENOUGH! Make sure you eat healthy, nutritious food and drink lots of water. If you like to drink coffee or tea, make sure you get even more water during a day.

3. Exercise.
Especially if your workspace is a computer or a car, you should find at least 20 minutes a day for physical activity. Remember, consistent activity is better than too much once a year

4. Laugh.
Each of us experiences good and bad days. We all get overwhelmed, discouraged, feel misunderstood or just under appreciated. And you know what? It’s ok. It’s ok because the days when we will feel fabulous, productive, positive and resourceful are on the way. Every day, in each situation you have an option. Option to either take off and be bitter or option to step forward, smile and go through the life anyway. Learn from your mistakes, but don’t dwell on them. Enjoy every day as it comes because it’s all you have right now. The rest is either history or future.

5. Self-development.
Choose your personal style of self-development. Whether it’s reading a book, attending some online education (there are plenty of them online, I’m bringing you one fabulous even in Recommending area of this newsletter), or even getting a personal coach can be very helpful. You will learn about yourself, explore your dreams and find out how to have them fulfilled. Be in charge of your life, make wise decisions, get support you need and be the best you can. I believe in you!

Do you still have more questions than answers about microdermabrasion? Then you’re on the right place. I’ll try to answer basic questions about microdermabrasion treatment.

Q: What is microdermabrasion?

A: Microdermabrasion is a procedure that involves the skin being “sandblasted” to remove the top layer of the skin as well as dead skin cells. Microdermabrasion also helps with production of new cells in the deepest layer of dermis (inner layer of the skin). This treatment may not give the same results to everyone, but it can give you immediate results. It can clean your pores and hinder any future break outs if used on a regular basis.

Q: Is Microdermabrasion the right choice for me?

A: Microdermabrasion is great treatment if you have or have had acne (recommended only for mild acne), discoloration, wrinkles, uneven skin, enlarged pores, or sun damaged skin. Microdermabrasion treatment is not suitable for young skin under the age of 18.

Q: Is microdermabrasion painful?

A: Microdermabrasion does not hurt, but it can irritate skin as it removes outer layer of the skin.

Q: What are the benefits of microdermabrasion?

A: It is the least invasive dermatological procedure plus it is more affordable than cosmetic surgery with fewer side effects. It is effective on all skin types and skin tones and it leaves your skin looking younger, healthy and glowing. It’s available in home kits, so you can use it anytime you want to.

What’s your experience with microdermabrasion? Do you still have question you’d like to ask? Feel free to post it in the comment section and we’ll do our best to help you find the answer.

When little, we dream about growing up; after we grow up, we wish to go back. To keep our knowledge, but stop aging in our bodies. Did you know that with proper care of your skin you can slow down aging process? I would love to share some tips with you.

1. Take a good care of your skin

Proper and regular skin care routine is the must. Cleanse and hydrate your skin twice a day (morning and evening). Use cleanser that gently exfoliates to get rid of dead surface skin that dulls the skin. Deep exfoliation once a week is a great way to renew your face and body.

2. Use quality products

Quality products give you benefits you need for younger-looking skin. Cleansers really cleanse without drying or damaging your skin, moisturizers deliver hydration for longer time (for example Mary Kay moisturizers give you up to 10 hours of hydration). Renowned companies spend millions of dollars in research and development to make sure their products meet highest standards of quality, safety and performance. Why would you go for less? You have just one face…

3. Use products with age-fighting benefits

Age-fighting products contain ingredients to fight lines and wrinkles. You can kind of turn time back with age-fighting products nowadays. Without going for a surgery! Ingredients you want to look for are botanicals, peptides and vitamins. Check clinical results of products and product satisfaction guarantee (which can be useful once you find out products don’t deliver promised results or your skin gets irritated).

Woohoo! It’s back! Not only does a new Mary Kay Starter Kit come with an excellent price, but if you become a Mary Kay beauty consultant before the end of September you will also receive a free best-selling peach Satin Hands Set. Value of the set is $51 (before taxes) so you’ll agree it’s excellent opportunity to add extra income to your family budget. Email or call me (647-637-6516) to find out if Mary Kay is the right thing for you. I can’t wait to chat with you!

Have a fantastic day!

Silvia
647-637-6516