There it is…up close and personal, “your face!”  It is the first impression maker, the presentation to the visible world and sets the tone of and for your day.  So, with that being said, you want to rest assured that your face looks and feels amazing!   To get there, our regiments are just as intense as military ‘push-ups’  We apply masks and toners for tightening, exfoliation for cleansing and renewal, cucumbers for bags and fatique, facial peels for complexion , cheek pats for circulation, hot towels to detoxify and head over the bed blood rushes to keep away wrinkles!, You name it, and I’m sure we’ve done it all.  All for the sake of our “first impression” to the day. Whew!! it’s a wonder we get to sleep at nights, and make it out the house at all in the morning.

So let’s put things in perspective shall we, so that we can be lovingly gentle to who we see looking back at us in the mirror, rather then gearing up for facial boot-camp. You definitely want to keep your face and skin looking clean, fresh and healthy.  Since it is a visual and non-verbal presentation, it is also a health meter.  The skin of your face says a lot more about you, and your well being. Over stimulation although seemingly beneficial, can also be quite harmful.  With so many products on the market claiming to be the miracle “end all be all,” the first best practice is always a good wash, remove the dirt, grit, grime and those nasty little “free radicals” that love your face as well.  Once you’ve done that a great toner to close up those open pores is next.  This step helps to tighten and tone that beautiful face of yours, follow with a moisturizer and you are really good to go.  Your skin knows how to repair, restore and revitalize itself.  The majority of any skin healing and or beautification usually starts from the inside out.  So pay attention to what you are putting inside of your body.  Feed your inside and your outside will speak your truth!

Keeping your face looking young, tight and toned by closing up the pores is key and prevents additional bacteria, germs and dirt from getting deep into the skin.  So, tone but don’t over do it!!.   My favorite toner is what I have created for my product line, a blend of rosewater, witch hazel and a specific blend of essential as the perfect facial toner . A good spritz after a warm wash and cold rinse to close and tight keeps my face feeling wonderful prior to applying any light make-up.   Finally a moisturizer for that added elasticity and subtle feel for your face, your skin will thank you for it with that beautiful radiant glow.