The Best Way to Apply Bronzer for Fall

If you find yourself stuck on how to choose and use bronzer, you're not alone. Fact is, bronzer can be tricky to shop for and even trickier to apply correctly—but when a well-selected bronzer is applied correctly, it warms up and rejuvenates a dull, sallow, or too-pale complexion.

Contrary to popular belief, bronzer is a great product to use during every season, not just in the warm summer months. As fall approaches, don’t toss your golden bronze powder just yet.

When to Apply Bronzer

Some people wonder at what point in the makeup routine is bronzer applied. As a general rule, bronzing powders can be applied after your foundation, concealer, and pressed or loose powder is on; cream or cream-to-powder bronzers can go on before you apply setting powder; liquid or gel bronzers can be applied right after foundation, before finishing powder. If desired, apply a bit of blush to the apples of cheeks, matching the texture of your bronzer (for example, apply powder blush over bronzing powder rather than cream blush over bronzing powder).

Tips for Applying Bronzer

When it comes to applying bronzer like a pro, the mantra is "easy does it". The golden rule is to use as little product as possible so that the end result is believably natural. Remember, you can always add more!

Building color gradually is the best way to avoid the beginner's mistake of over-applying. Bronzer should give skin a sun-kissed flush, so apply to areas of the face where the light would shine if it were directly above—where your forehead meets your hairline, down the bridge of your nose, the tip of your chin, and the apples of cheeks.

For a more contoured look, some people find it helpful to imagine the "3" shape, while applying bronzer. On both sides of the face, make the "3" shape starting at the forehead along the hair line, and use your brush to follow along the hollow of the cheek and just under the jawline. Keep it sheer and build as needed.

A common pitfall is using your blush or powder brush to apply your bronzer, but this type of double-duty with your brushes is a no-no. Unless you're good about cleaning your brushes every day (and really, who is?) using one brush for more than one color product can result in muddy, uneven application.

TIP: if you're going to use a bronzer, use a separate brush.

 

At Kasia - we LOVE La Bella Donna's "Amber" Pressed Powder or the Sunset Quads for a beautiful bronzer.  This bronzer can be used year-round.

Quads of compressed mineral bronzing colours to give your skin an après sun-kissed glow. Naturale-created for those with a more fair complexion and may also be used as eyeshadows. Bronze- utilizes both the skin’s naturally occurring tanning undertones of gold and red. Both colours options are a beaute makeup kit must-have.

• Light-refracting qualities present a luminous glow

• The quad of colours may be used not only as a bronzer, use any of the colours as eyeshadows or blush

• Combine colours from each compact to create your personal colour

• Naturale-gives a sun-kissed glow and for a more fair complexion

• Bronze-utilizes both the skin’s naturally-occurring tanning undertones of gold and red

Contact the Kasia team today for your skin care needs!!

Resource: Paula's Choice

Use Essential Oils to Ease the Back to School Transition

We  LOVE our mama's that frequent Kasia.  For many, the end is near....to summer that is. We understand that as we approach the end of summer, this time of the year is particularly challenging as families re-assess their regimented routines.  Schedules are crazy, last minute vacations, finances, and trying to force some last days of sun and "relaxation."

 Something you may not have thought about in your “back to school” routine is adding aromatherapy!  This can be very helpful in dealing with  transition.  The following oils can be used for you or your child!

Create a Calming Environment

When children sleep well, they are emotionally and cognitivally better prepared to face the day ahead.  It is common for kids to feel fidgety and anxious. Establish a calming environment for them with  Lavender , which will help them wind down and get some restful sleep. You may also try a bedtime bath routine by adding 6 drops Of Lavender or Cederwood to a cup of sea salt and mixing this in the bath water.

Concentration and Focus

After having a fun time throughout the vacations, children may find it difficult to focus on studies and homework.  Peppermint and Rosemary are some oils that are known to stimulate the mind, strengthen memory and enhance concentration.

Prepare for the Day

Getting up early in the morning is probably the worst part about going back to school. If your child dragging to the breakfast table, help them perk up with Peppermint or Lemongrass.  These  oilsstimulate the mind while helping stay bright and alert throughout the day.

Boost Their Immunity

Back-to-school time is often associated with colds and other infections triggered by the change in routine and a new physical environment with germs. You can help your child stay healthy by asking them to place a washcloth with 2 drops of our Lavendaire Blend on their chest while taking a hot shower.   

A Positive Outlook and Frame Of Mind

Stress, anxiety and nervousness are all part of student and/or teenagers life.  If you or your child are undergoing bouts of restlessness or hyperactivity,  calm down with Lemongrass, Cedarwood, Grapefruit, Lemonlift, and Sweet Orange.   These are fresh scents that can help relieve feelings of depression, fear and anger, and can help make the transition easier.

All of these oils are great to use with Jojoba Oil for a massage for your child.   When giving your child a relaxing aromatherapy massage - it allows a way for you both to bond and relax.

All Oils Mentioned in this article are available at Kasia Organic Salon.  We source only the best - Organic, Certified, Pure...... 

BEST Anti-Aging Mineral Under Eye Coverage: 1st Treat & 2nd Cover

Anti-Aging Mineral Eraser

Exclusively formulated with vitamin K, an essential vitamin know to help repair blood vessel damage, this revolutionary concealer is designed to simultaneously erase discoloration, while enhancing skin’s vibrancy.

• Contains the amazing benefits of vitamin K-known to repair blood vessel damage
• Expedites the healing process of irritated skin
• Reduces redness and is naturally reflective
• Retains moisture in a very sensitive area

Anti-Aging Hydrating Mineral Mystique

A naturale flawless mineral concealer. Pure, allergen-free mineral formulation contain sodium hyaluronate with benefits towards anti-aging protection; a skin care that just happens to be a gorgeous cosmetic.

• A naturale flawless mineral concealer formulated with a caring texture for the delicate skin around the eyes.
• For all skin types
• Pure naturale, allergen-free with benefits towards anti-aging protection
• Sodium hyaluronate holds the secret with the hydrophilic molecules "in nature"
• Anti-oxidants assist in the forming red cells, calming anti-irritants
• Organic compounds will work skin deep
• Enriched with minerals and vitamins
• Designed for on-the-go applications, offering the convenience of a pen with a built-in applicator brush

Contact our team to schedule a color matching consultation with La Bella Donna Minerals TODAY!  Supreme coverage that treats the skin first- and covers second.  

 Hey Beaute!  Do not forget your under eye cream!  Check out our "TOP SHELF" article on under eye health and appearance HERE.

Do you use an eye cream as part of your daily evening routine? We hope so! Here are some helpful tips about eye cream!

A Natural Facelift and Radiant Complexion with 3 Hormones and Living Nutrients

The word "hormone" is derived from the Greek word hormo which means "to set in motion." Hormones stimulate and regulate an endless list of critical functions within your body.

Let's take a look at the most dominant hormones that promote a "rejuv" that has the   greatest effect on your over all hormonal health and appearance.

Get a natural face lift with Premier Quality 3-Hormone Cream

The Mechanics

This product is the only natural hormone cream on earth. It is made with electromagnetically charged natural, organic particles.  Natural wild yam has been processed into three natural bio-identical hormones: 5% Pregnenolone, 5% DHEA and 2% Progesterone. Pregnenolone yields all natural steroid synthesis and supports the thickness and firmness of skin. DHEA aids adrenal and endocrine glands while Progesterone supports healthy hormones and skin.Cream.

3 Fabulous Natural Hormones

5% Natural Pregnenolone (Wild Yam Synthesis)

• Precursor of all natural steroid synthesis
• Supports skin plumpness and firmness
• Guaranteed benzene-free

5% Natural DHEA (Wild Yam Synthesis)

• Supports adrenals, endocrineglands and healthy skin
• Guaranteed solvent-free

2% Natural Progesterone (Wild Yam Synthesis)

• 100%naturally active in the human body
• Supports healthy hormones and lustrous skin
• Absolutelynopreservatives

100% Nontoxic Cream

• No propylene glycol, parabens, carbomer 940, polysorbate 60, cetyl alcohol, peg 8 stearate, solvents (such as benzene) or other toxic chemical
• No petroleum-based mineral oil,which clogs pores

Unparalleled cell uptake

• Up to 98% absorption by the cell as compared to 3 to 6% with ordinary creams
• Quickly absorbed by the cell
• Not sticky; leaves no residue on your skin
• Absorbed intracellularly, not between cells into connective tissue (as seen with inferior creams)

Quickly absorbed by the cell

• Notsticky
• Absorbed intracellularly, not between cells into connective tissue (as seen with inferior creams)

The Quantum Effect 

Each cell in the body is replaced every 160 days.  The health of those cells depend upon the nutrition they are fed. Only nutrients from "once living" sources can effectively give the cells the nutrition they depend upon.  We call this the "Life Source".  Over 97% of the vitamin and mineral supplements found in the typical retail "health" store are synthetics or made from fractionated and isolated nutrients.  These products cannot hope to perform the important task of healthy cell regeneration.  In long-term use, these poorer sources can often lead to additional health problems.

PRL Rejuvination Cream 1. 100% Natural Progesterone Laboratory processed to bio-identical human progesterone (wild yam source) a) 100% naturally active in the human body b) The Yam Scam: Beware of products that contain only wild yam. Wild yam alone will not work un-less it’s been activated (via laboratory processing) to bio-identical natural progesterone 2. Luxurious, Natural Cream Base 100% botanical base cream made with highly charged plant mineral technology 3. Absolutely No Preservatives Our highly charged plant mineral process naturally preserves the cream in its natural energy state so there is no need for toxic preservatives. 4. 100% Pure, Nontoxic Ingredients Our cream is so pure it’s edible, but best application is on your skin. 5. Natural Progesterone In micronized form, stabilized with vitamin E for excellent absorption. 6. Unparalleled Absorption Charged Plant Mineral Technology with its highly polarized herbal particles allows up to a full 98% absorption by the cell as compared to typical 3 to 6% by most ordinary creams. 7. Quick Absorption By The Cell Within seconds, our silky, toxic-free cream is fully absorbed, leaving NO sticky residues

The Other Guys 1. Other creams may not contain natural progesterone (yam source). a) Some creams contain wild yam but it has NOT been converted in a lab. Your body cannot convert it to real progesterone. It does NOT raise the body’s progesterone levels. b) Some creams do have U.S.P. grade progesterone but it is syn-thetic (NOT from natural sources). Not biocompatible with living bodies. c) Some creams contain only diosgenin, a chemical from wild yam. This molecule is too large to be absorbed by your skin. It does NOT raise the body’s progesterone levels. d) Some doctors give Provera, a prescription drug, to women who have low progesterone. But Provera is a progestin, NOT progesterone. It can drive a woman’s low progesterone levels DOWN even further! 2. Other cream bases often contain propylene glycol, a cheap syn-thetic petrochemical. Sometimes the cream base is non-organic, poorly grown Aloe vera which tests toxic. 3. Toxic preservatives are common such as parabens (propyl, methyl, butyl, or ethyl) or benzene compounds. 4. May contain many questionable and known toxic ingredients such as: propylene glycol, parabens, cetyl alcohol, peg 8 stearate, carbomer 940, polysorbate 60 stearal konium chloride or other toxic chemicals. Remember, what you put on your skin, you are eating! 5. Most creams are not micronized formulations, so uptake is poor. Without being stabilized in vitamin E, plant hormones can degrade rapidly. 6. Other creams usually have poor absorption into the cell (3 to 6%) as compared with Charged Plant Mineral Technology (up to 98% absorption). Typical creams have “flat”, weakly charged molecules that mostly glide into the connective tissue spaces BETWEEN the cells, rather than entering the cells themselves. 7. Other creams often have a greasy feel and leave a sticky residue on your skin.

Ingredients: Nano-Pure™ [water/aqua, zea maus oil, vegetable glycerin, daucus carota sat. (carrot) root extract, guar gum, allium cepa (onion) extract, citrus nob. (orange) peel extract, prunus arm. (apricot) kernel oil, corylus ave. (hazelnut) oil, vitis vin. (grape) seed extract, equisetum arv. (horsetail) aerial extract, USP DHEA (dihydroepiandrosterone 5%; yam-derived), USP natural pregnenolone (5%; yam derived), Progesterone (2% yam-derived) rosa spp. (rose) petal oil.

No toxic preservatives such as parabens, TEA or urea.

 Contact Kasia Organic Salon today for additional questions on how hormones effect your over-all health, and/or how to purchase Premier Quantum Rejuvination Cream.

612.824.7611    *     kassie@kasiaorganicsalon.com

Informed Beauty Top Toxic Ingredient to Avoid: FD&C Color Pigments

Countless FD&C color pigments initiate skin sensitivity and irritation. The harmful aspects of utilizing artificial colors are extensive. As far as humans are concerned, these chemicals are suspected carcinogens. FOUND IN: Shampoos, toothpastes, body washes, cleansers, baby products, wipes, hand washes, deodorants, lotions, creams, etc.

WHAT IS IT? Grab just about any bottle of shampoo, your tube of toothpaste or package of baby wipes and you’ll notice a common trend. FD&C color pigments are commonly found on shelves everywhere.  These synthetic colors are made from coal tar, which should be reason enough to avoid them.

HEALTH RISK: Don’t be fooled by the seemingly harmless acronym for “Food, Drug, and Cosmetics Act,” which mandated the certification of select color additives. Almost all FD&C pigments are carcinogenic. The coal tar deposits the toxins from heavy metal salts directly onto skin, causing irritation and sensitivity. And that is the least extreme of reactions: Certain colors can cause depletion of oxygen in the body. Animal studies have shown almost all of them to be carcinogenic.

HOW TO AVOID IT: Keep an eye out for FD&C in all cosmetics and personal care products.  Also, avoid them in food and beverage products.

STOP the CLOCK with Super Power Patented Seed Oil

 Which ingredients work the best in reversing the aging process?STOP THE CLOCK with these organic super powers.

 100 percent natural + organic with no synthetic additives or toxins. High concentrations of potent ingredients—the smell is gorgeous.

 Kasia AgeLess Facial Serum contains the following ...

ALL ORGANIC - COLD PRESSED - OILS

  Black Cumin Seed    *   Cranberry Seed  

 Red Raspberry Seed   *  Sunflower Seed    

Kasia constantly searches for up-to-date technology and ingredients - and this action truly shines through our best seller - AGELESS Facial Serum.  Recent research explains that by using  synergistic and potent oils with a very high ORAC value -antioxidants-  will sustain the shelf life and long term beneficial results when used on the skin!

PATENT:  "Potent Antioxidant Cold Pressed Oil Blend:”  The antioxidant level after blending exhibits total antioxidant activity greater than the sum of the weighted average of the antioxidant activities of the individual oils. The patent covers the synergistic effect of antioxidant activity.

Single - Double -Triple Benefit!

Black Cumin

Black cumin seeds are excellent for both internal and external use.   Cumin has a rich history as a spice as well as a health supplement.  Black cumin seeds act as a natural antihistamine, as well as  anti-inflammatory properties.  In addition to these two powerful components, Black Cumin is high in essential fatty acids.

Red Raspberry 

Kasia extracts the oil  from the seed of the raspberry.    In it's purest state, this oil is high in vitamin A and essential fatty acids - both key ingredients in skin care. These fatty acids help reduce the damaging effects of free radicals on the skin, while at the same time replenishing moisture. Vitamin E is also present to nourish, repair and condition skin.

A recent study shows raspberries could help prevent rashes, eczema, and other skin lesions, and had superior anti-inflammatory properties compared to avocado, grapeseed, hazelnut, and wheat germ oils.

Raspberry seed oil also showed the potential to act as a broad-spectrum UV-shield, helping to protect skin from the damaging rays of the sun. In fact, in one study on the oil, researchers indicated that raspberry seed oil can be used as a sunscreen.

Cranberry Seed Oil

We cold pressed from the seed of this super fruit.  It contains a very high essential fatty acid profile, along with a good mixed tocopherols and tocotrienols (vitamin E) content, high phytosterols, and a 1:1 ratio of omega 3 to omega 6 - giving it excellent anti-aging activity.

Cranberry Seed Oil contains one of the highest anti-oxidant, and phytosterols contents, of any of the vegetable or fruit oils, making it an excellent addition to your natural sun protection products where it will help to prevent photo damage.   Cranberry is also enhancing for its Vitamin A, C, E, and K, skin tightening activity and cellular renewal functionality.

Sunflower Seed Oil

Sunflower Oil is a industry favorite as a common carrier for powerful herbals.  Sunflower is similar  to human sebum which allows better absorption and high high stability.

An Antiaging Serum You Can Believe In

AgeLess is taken through a certified and one of a kind COLD PRESS and CERTIFIED ORGANIC technology which produces very potent oils that retain their FULL nutritional benefits.  If "cold pressed" or "organic" are not claimed on your facial oil, assume that this oils has been processed and has reduced nutritional value.   Kasia AgeLess Serum will give you results with natures truest TLC and "Beautiful Health"  to your natural beauty.

Kasia mention in Start Tribune "Green Movement" article with Intelligent Nutrients and Horst

Below is a nice write up in the Star Tribune - with Kasia Organic Salon - interjected. 

May we be as big as IN someday. .... 

We are thankful to be able to share our thoughts of the current organic market in a recent Star Tribune article hosting Intelligent Nutrients.  I started my career with Horst/Aveda, have spent 4 days with him at his retreat center being inspired to think outside the box, and now share the marketplace and creations with him.   Intelligent Nutrients is now hitting a stride.  It has not been an easy ride for Horst, as he is still trying to get IN out in the marketplace to the 'average consumer.'

Cool Facts:   Both Horst and I use the same suppliers for our organic + cold pressedoils in our skin care lines.     Horst  started IN in 2004/2005 and launched in 2009.  He sold Aveda in 1997 for $300 million.

In the meantime....  "Kasia" will continue to step into it's larger purpose with our incredible - growing team and "beautiful health" culture.  

 

Read the article HERE 

Intelligent Nutrients expands, riding wave of green consumers

Aveda founder Horst Rechelbacher’s line of organic beauty products is hitting its stride.

The green movement is also catching on with consumers.

Kuehl, who sells her own line of all-natural products at Kasia Organic Salon, said she has seen her customer base grow from hard-core environmentalists to a larger group, especially moms-to-be and others concerned about chemicals in their hair products.

“When I started out, it was the greenies,” she said. “Now it has gone mainstream.”

Drug Store - Department Store - Professional Skin Care? Sometimes you get what you pay for.....

With beauty products, sometimes you get what you pay for.....

at the....DRUGSTORE 

The mass retail brands sold at grocery/drugstores are created to perform for thousands of users.  These companies play it safe with both their money and less therapeutic/result orientated ingredients to reach such a broad buyer.  Therefore, because mass products are sold more inexpensively, often the ingredients formulated into the products are more generic.

Keep in mind, not all drugstore products are low in being effective - but it is a important to look at all the options, the ingredient decks, which ingredients they state are "active" and using your discernment  - is it too good to be true?  Do the "actives" fall at the very end of the ingredient deck?  Is the first ingredients H20?  

at the....DEPARTMENT STORE 

Department stores have one goal in mind: selling the products. Since the companies are in intense competition with one another, the consumer’s satisfaction isn’t always at the top of their priority list. With that in mind, they focus on fancy packaging and marketing materials.

PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS SOLD ... at your salon and spa

Skin care lines sold and recommended by licensed estheticians and physicians are  results-oriented ingredients. By working with a licensed professional, you will be better educated and catered to based on your individual needs.  At least "we hope the industry is doing it's job!" They will also be able to share about your skin and its function according to your age and lifestyle.   Our Kasia Skin Health Specialist is more than qualified and passionate when choosing the right products for your skin.

WHAT MATTERS THE MOST IS THE INGREDIENTS USED IN THE PRODUCTS

Kasia Organic Salon offers a 20% OFF YOUR FIRST TIME FACIAL. Through your facial, you learn the nuances of the ingredients used and in Kasia Skincare treatments and professional grade peels.

"But does it work?" Don't get blind sited by the fancy packaging or the enforcing  celebrity of a product.  As women, we need to see the value and investment  in what we are purchasing for our individual needs, versus following the money and print ads.  They are an inspiration, but not pure in truth.

It all comes back to the ingredients used in the formulation. At Kasia, we  educate our clients about the good and not-so-good ingredients so that you, as a consumer, can be more educated about which ingredients are of high quality. There are both good and lousy ingredients in the expensive and inexpensive lines, so read the ingredient labels and you’ll be on your way to healthier skin.

AVOID THESE INGREDIENTS IN YOUR SKIN CARE PRODUCTS.

• Mineral Oil & Petrolatum (pore-clogging and suffocating to the skin)
• SD Alcohol 40 andDenatur
• ed Alcohol (th
• e “bad” alcohols commonly found in toners. They are extremely drying)
• Isopropyl Myristate & Isopropyl Palmitate (can cause blackheads)
• Synthetic dyes (can be a skin irritant)
• Synthetic fragrances in our skin care products (the #1 cause of allergic reactions to products. Avoid products containin g the word “fragrance” or “parfum” on the ingredient listing)
• Known sensitizers (ingredients that can cause irritation)
• Heavy oils (will suffocate the skin and leave it feeling greasy)
• Sodium or Ammonium Laureth/Lauryl Sulfate (extremely drying and irritating to the skin)
• Apricot kernels, or seed/shell powders (naturally made particles found in facial scrubs can scratch and irritate the skin causing bacteria to spread)

The Kasia Organics “Informed Beauty” Promise:

We always use: the finest, all-natural ingredients that not only nourish the body but awaken the senses and promote healthy, safe living through informed beauty. The result: radiant, restored skin and hair.

We never use: parabans, petro-chemicals, phthalates, artificial preservatives, lauryl sulfates, artificial colors or dyes, synthetic fragrances, wasteful fillers or animal testing—unhealthy junk your body doesn’t need!

Reference: Renee Reloux