As most of us have our wallets on lockdown nowadays, it’s nice to know we are not the only ones looking after our hard earned money!

For some time now, I have been using Olay Regenerist Micro Sculpting Cream.  I too keep a close eye on my money and like to try great affordable products.  It is an anti-aging moisturizer.  It’s refreshing and silky on my face.  I like that it’s unscented and has a light but creamy texture.  I am always interested in firming my skin, smoothing out the texture, and restoring elasticity.  The talk on the street has been positive and I wanted to “see and feel” it—to believe it!  I was pleasantly surprised with my results and want to hear if you are too!

I suggest you give this product a try and remember to comment!  It’s important to let other people know about your experiences in life – “pay it forward.”  Click on the link below to receive 10% off all items now through August 31st, 2012, and to sweeten the deal, there’s FREE shipping over $25.00.  There’s also lots of great Olympic-themed bundles and deals right now (P&G is a big Olympic sponsor); go team USA!

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Enjoy and have fun – remember beauty starts from within and products like these help us along!

xo, jo

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Women shaving their faces—did you think I was talking about another body part?

Salma Hayek

Dare we confess this amongst family members, let alone friends?  We talk about STDs’, condoms vs. birth control pills, and bedroom escapades, but for some reason mentioning shaving our faces is like summoning Voldemort (the act that shall not be spoken).

From one Jersey Girl to another, thank you Caroline Manzo (from the Housewives of New Jersey), for exposing your shower secret.  I know the moment that you said that on the RHONJ reunion show, people nationwide were: gasping, laughing, shocked and relieved.

Caroline Manzo

As an Esthetician, I understand the importance of exfoliation, so move over men—we’re coming for the razor and the cream!

Women have pondered the question, “how do men age gracefully?”  Well, here is one of their secrets exposed: they shave.  As men shave, they exfoliate their skin, which in return gets rid of the dead skin cells exposing a soft, glowing, kissable face.  If they remember to apply a moisturizer with a SPF in it, then they have dipped their toe into the “fountain of youth.”  There are many other things we can do to fight the aging process, but for now, we are exposing what some women do and what all women should do!

If you dare to take a walk on the wild side, try this:

SHAVING 101

1. Use a razor (any kind).
2. Ladies shaving cream (we do not want to smell like a man).
3. Wash your face and rinse with warm water to open up the pores.
4. Apply a quarter size of shaving cream in the palm of your hand, spread evenly on the fingertips of both hands, and apply to your face.
5. Reach for that razor and shave from the bottom of your face to top of cheek (not too close to the eyes).
6. Rinse off with lukewarm water, pat your face dry, and carry on with your morning skin care routine.
7. REMEMBER to apply a moisturizer with a SPF in it (no less than 30).

Take your time and pay attention; you do not want pieces of toilet paper stuck to your beautiful face.

There are many things we can do to slow down the aging process.  This is one of many and to be honest, we want to age gracefully.  Showing some signs of aging is not horrible, it’s life.

Accept, embrace, and take the time to love those around you, especially who you see in the mirror every day!

xo, jo