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What are Makeup and Skin Primers?

I’m sure you’ve heard of them, maybe you use them or have tried them in the past.  What exactly is a primer anyways? What do they do? And, who are they good for?

Think of paint primer.  You put it on before you paint so that the paint sticks and shows its true color right? That goes the same for base coats with nail polish and it’s basically the same idea with skin primers.  Most are applied to the skin after moisturizer and before makeup.  There are all different types out there, but the basic primers all serve the same purpose:

Smooth out lines and wrinkles

Smooth out uneven texture

Diminish pores to provide a flawless finish

Hold makeup in place for longer wear

Control shine

 

Basic primers are great for anyone who wears makeup on their skin (liquid foundation, cream foundation, powder, etc.) and wants more of a flawless texture.

Our favorite basic primers:

          

Youngblood Mineral Makeup Primer   Mica Beauty Makeup Primer   Glo Minerals Glo Face Primer

There are also primers for specific skin concerns such as oiliness and anti-aging.  They cover all of the basic primer functions with added ingredients to treat the skin as well.

 

Jane Iredale Absence Oil Control Primer is a cream to powder texture that can be applied with a foundation brush, sponge, or fingertips.  It helps to control excess oil and shine which in turn prevents makeup color change and allows makeup to stay in place longer.  It also diminishes the look of enlarged pores and contains anti-bacterial beeswax.

 

 

Jan Marini Age Intervention Prime smooths the skin texture and minimizes pores & imperfections for that ‘airbrushed’ look.  Meanwhile, the skin is rejuvenated with a potent combination of anti-aging and anti-inflammatory ingredients such as peptides, Co-Enzyme Q-10, and hyaluronic acid.

 

 

I’ve tried all different primers and I find that the Jane Iredale Absence Oil Control Primer works best for my oily, breakout-prone skin.  I apply it with my fingertip just to my t-zone.  It minimizes my pores, controls shine, and makes my makeup stick longer.  Do you use a primer? Which one is your favorite?

 

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Jan Marini Age Intervention Dark Circle Eye Defense: Product Review

When I heard about the Jan Marini Age Interention Dark Circle Eye Defense I just had to try it.

I’ve had dark eye circles for as long as I can remember and none of the eye products I have tried in the past have worked.

This unique eye treatment comes in a capsule form which means you get a fresh dose of ingredients every time you use it.  You apply a small amount of product to the dark area (under the eye only) and I found that there was so much product in each capsule that I could use the same one 3-4 times!  It’s a clearish, velvety, gel-like consistency that just melts right into the skin.

Jan Marini Skin Research is a medical grade skin care line that is a pioneer in the field of anti-aging and intensive, result oriented skincare solutions.  Jan Marini uses the latest technology in Dark Circle Eye Defense and has utilized specific ingredients to address the main causes of dark circles: clogged capillaries, iron discoloration in the blood, thin/fragile skin, pigmentation in the skin, and inflammation.

Retinol 

This form of vitamin A penetrates into the skin to rejuvenate, smooth fine lines & wrinkles, reduce pigmentation, and increase the production of collagen.

Peptides

Peptides strengthen the skin and reduce fine lines & wrinkles

Chrysin

This enzyme clears out backed up hemoglobin in the blood vessels and allows for greater micro-circulation under the eye.

Results: After just a couple of weeks I started to notice that the skin in my eye area was firmer. I wasn’t sure if the dark circles were being diminished until I looked at the before and after pictures and as you can see there is quite a difference!

Would I recommend Jan Marini Age Intervention Dark Circle Eye Defense? Definitely!

See How to get rid of dark eye circles, puffy eyes, and eye bags: Causes and Treatments  to learn more about these conditions.

 

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How to Correct Skin Flaws: Tips on What to Watch For in Products

Acne Problem Skin Tips: breakout, blackheads, clogged pores

What Can I do About Blemishes, Acne and other Problem Prone Skin Conditions?

There is no single cause for acne and problem prone skin. Genetics and changes in hormonal activity, first stimulated during adolescence, play a main role in problem prone skin. Also, while diet is important for skin health, certain foods do not directly cause acne and blemishes. But other factors such as stress, hormonal fluctuations, hot and humid climates, some medications and certain cosmetic ingredients can irritate the skin and clog pores, which can aggravate acne and blemishes. Because of all these factors, acne can even develop in adult skin.

Technically, this condition is caused by a combination of excess dead skin cells, bacteria and excess sebum or skin oil. When bacteria combine with oil and dead skin cells in the hair follicles, it can lead to inflammation. This inflammation, know as acne, may be in the form of numerous but less obvious whiteheads and blackheads or larger, visible eruptions such as papules and pustules.

The Skin Test

• Do you consistently experience areas of blemishes and large eruptions?
• Is your skin texture bumpy and uneven with whiteheads and blackheads?
• Do you have enlarged pores that often become clogged?

Tips and Techniques for Oily: Problem Prone Skin

• Avoid rubbing or scrubbing skin excessively or picking blemishes, which can irritate skin and lead to scarring.
• Cleanse skin morning and night to remove excess oil and dead cells.
• Use gentle exfoliants such as glycolic acid and/or lactic acid to smooth and normalize skin.
• Control Breakouts and blemishes with skin care that contains salicylic acid and vitamin A, or benzoyl peroxide for antibacterial benefits.
• Use and oil-free moisturizer that will hydrate the inner layers of the skin without contributing to clogged pores.
• Use a skin-cleansing masque, such as one with natural clay, vitamin A and gentle AHAs and BHAs to clear pore-clogging oil and dead cells and re-texturize problem prone skin.
• Protect your skin daily with a physical sunscreen containing zinc oxide with SPF 15 or greater.
• Use non-comedogenic skin care, make-up and hair care to prevent clogged pores and irritation.

The following is a recommended treatment for problem prone skin with Jan Marini Skin Research Products: Glycolic Acid 4 step process:

1. Cleanse with Jan Marini Bioglycolic Oily Skin Cleansing Gel– cleanses, exfoliates and clarifies oily skin. Contains glycolic acid.
2. Correct Jan Marini Bioglycolic Bioclear Face Lotion – diminishes breakout, large pores, fine lines, and exfoliates.
3. Hydrate & Protece – Jan Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30 – oil-free formula

Advanced Products for Problem Prone Skin:

• Jan Marini Benzoyl Peroxide Acne Treatment Lotion 5% – Aids in reducing the appearance of acne and enlarged pores with minimal dryness and irritation.
• Jan Marini Clean Zyme Face Cleanser – Green Papaya Enzyme - Cleanses and exfoliates to smooth and clear skin, reduces clogged pores and breakout
• Jan Marini Skin Zyme Papaya Mask – gently exfoliates, clears clogged pores and breakout

As always, just for being a follower of our blog, enter coupon code BLOG10 for 10% off your next purchase! Also, remember to follow us @spaboutique on Twitter, like our Facebook  page, and check out our boards on Pinterest! You could be the lucky winner of one of our many contests!

Tips to Control Oily Skin, breakout, and acne

What Causes Oiliness and Enlarged Pores?

There are several factors that contribute to oily skin and enlarged pores. Genetics and hot, humid climates may determine oil production and pore size, while some medications and cosmetic ingredients can irritate oily skin. Also stress can trigger hormones, leading to the over production of sebum, or skin oil. When excess oil mixes with dead skin cells, it can lead to skin blemishes. However, if your skin has consistent breakouts, consult your skin care professional—you may have problem prone skin.

Oily skin is also often aggravated by a misuse of skin care products. In particular is the common misconception to over cleanse and under hydrate oily skin. This imbalance can actually cause oily skin to look and feel worse.

The Skin Test

• Does your skin become shiny and greasy a few hours after cleansing?
• Is your complexion like the surface of an orange peel?
• Do these enlarged pores often become clogged?
• Do you experience occasional skin blemishes and breakouts?
• Does your makeup fade and skin becomes shiny throughout the day?

Tips and Techniques for Oily Skin

• Cleanse skin morning and night to remove surface oils
• Exfoliate skin regularly with a natural exfoliant such as glycolic acid to remove dead cells, balance oil production and reduce the appearance of enlarged pores.
• Use an oil-free moisturizer that hydrates the inner layers of the skin without leaving a shiny residue.
• Use products with refining ingredients such as salicylic acid and vitamin A.
• Treat oily skin with a gentle skin cleansing masque once a week. Natural clay, vitamin A and gentle AHA’s and BHAs can work to remove pore-clogging oil and skin cells, normalize oily skin and re-texturize enlarged pores.
• Protect your skin daily from harmful sun exposure with a physical sunscreen containing zinc oxide with SPF 15 or greater.

The following is a recommended treatment for oily skin with Jan Marini Skin Research products: Glycolic Acid 4 step process:

1. Cleanse using Jan Marini Bioglycolic Oily Skin Cleansing Gel. It is a high performance antibacterial gel that penetrates deep into the pores and helps to reduce bacteria and excess oil while improving skin tone and texture.
2. Correct using Jan Marini Bioglycolic Bioclear Face Lotion removes oils and helps to improve the appearance of oily, acne prone skin. It contains a highly effective combination of alpha and beta hydroxy acids to help control acne conditions
3. Hydrate and protect using Jan Marini Antioxidant Daily Face Protectant SPF 30 which reduces the appearance of fine lines and dull looking skin while providing UVA and UVB sunscreen protection. This is a light formulation specifically for oily, combination and acne skin.

More Products for Oily-Acne Skin:

• Jan Marini Clean Zyme Face Cleanser – Green Papaya Enzyme

• Jan Marini Skin Zyme Papaya Mask

 

We would love to hear your thoughts on the topic of this blog.  As special offer just for being a follower of our blog enter coupon code BLOG10 for 10% off your next purchase! Also, remember to follow us @spaboutique on Twitter, like our Facebook  page, and check out our boards on Pinterest! You could be the lucky winner of one of our many contests!