Skin Care Review: Mary Kay Time Wise Day/Night Serums

by Michelle, Gaborone BOTSWANA
Rating
No effect

Benefits
I was unable to determine any benefits from either the TimeWise night or day serums.

Drawbacks
The day serum felt sticky on the skin

Details
I bought these products because I saw that the night serum had made an age spot disappear from my mother's skin. She had told me it didn't happen overnight, but it took about 6 months of use. I have uneven skin tone from years of overexposure to the sun, as well as pigmentation left over from when I was pregnant. Also my skin is extremely dehydrated, I live in a hot, dry climate in southern Africa. I bought the TimeWise day and night repair serums in hopes that they would together help with the pigmentation issue and the dryness. Well, after 4 months of use, I've not seen remarkable results. It's hard to tell if my skin looks any different from before at all.

Conclusions
I wouldn't suggest these serums as miracle workers. Perhaps I need to give more time.

Price (paid by reviewer)
50.00 for day and night

Where to find it
Mary Kay representative

by Crystal
Rating
Satisfactory

Benefits
Leaves skin feeling soft.

Drawbacks
Seems greasy on my oily skin.

Details
I've used the moisturizer for some time now, but only at night. If I use it in the mornings, it adds to my already oily skin and my makeup is sliding off by mid-morning. I do think it makes my skin feel softer, but I don't know about the "age-fighting." I'm not sure any product can fight aging as that is a natural process...but my problem area (around my eyes) has continued to look worse even while using this moisturizer. This product may work well for people with dry skin or normal skin, but I hope to find something better for my oily skin.

Conclusions
Not recommended for oily skin and don't expect it to fight aging.

Price (paid by reviewer)
20.00

Where to find: Mary Kay Rep.

by Paula Burkhardt, Centerville, OH USA
Rating
Excellent

Benefits
Priced well. Doesn't irritate the skin at all.

Drawbacks
None

Details
My skin was somewhat splotchy, scaley and red. I began using Mary Kay Timewise cleanser and also the moisturizer and saw a dramatic improvement in a day or two. It leaves your skin feeling soft and moist, but not greasy. I have tried many other much more expensive products and haven't found anything that works as well. The cleanser has small particles which also exfoliate the skin, but never to the point of irritation. Using the cleaner in combination with the Timewise moisturizer has been very effective for me.

Conclusions
This is a really nice product. I highly recommend trying it.

Price (paid by reviewer)
$18.00

Where to find it
Sales Rep

Mary Kay has launched it first new compact in years if you haven't see it yet, you must, it is beautiful. This compact has been everywhere lately!!!

Mary Kay commercials are all over TV during the day and just recently, the compact had a segment featured on the Tyra Banks talk show, and The View gave a Mary Kay Cosmetics gift to the entire studio audience.

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When we start to get older and it is harder to keep in shape, you start to notice cellulite.

Cellulite happens to all of us at some point and comes to all different types of people whether you are a size 2 to a size 20.

What can you do to help prevent cellulite? What products work to prevent it or help reduce the current cellulite you have?

There are a variety of products that help but one that really works is Mary Kay's Cellu-Shape Contouring System, It comes as a day and night solution that you are supposed to apply everyday.

The minute I applied it on my skin I notice a difference. If you are in the market for a good cellulite cream I recommend you try Mary Kay's Cellu-Shape Contouring System.

You can use it whether you are trying to prevent cellulite or if you want to help with current cellulite that you have.

The most important thing to keep in mind is if you eat a healthy diet and exercise daily you have a better chance of having less cellulite.

Another thing to remember is genetics. If your mom has cellulite more then likely you will inherit it.
So, if you don't see cellulite now, that does not mean you aren't going to get it. Start now to prevent cellulite with Mary Kay's Cellu-Shape Contouring System, you will LOVE IT!!!

by pinkrenegade

Wow, I have forgotten how much I love the Satin Lips Set. This winter has taken toll on my lips and I must say I had not been taking care of them as I should you know, busy, busy.

Anyway, I got the Satin Lips Set this last week and have been masking my lips every couple of days (that's how bad my lips were) and it has reminded me how wonderful this stuff is. If you have been like me and ignoring your poor lips, get that Satin Lips set out and start masking away. Your lips will love it and you will remember just how much you love it too.

Tip on using the Satin Lips Mask; don't have your lips too wet when you apply the mask. As a matter of fact, they should be almost dry. The mask can not scrub your lips is they are wet, you are almost losing the whole point of the mask if your lips are wet. Dry off those lips and then lightly rub the mask all over your lips and you will have beautiful soft lips in a week.

Rated: Excellent

Benefits: reduces eye area puffiness

Drawbacks: leave on treatment has a slight sticky residue

Details:
I LOVE Indulge Soothing Eye Gel!! You can feel it working as soon as you apply it. It has a mild tingly feeling, however don't mistake that as an adverse reaction. It means it's doing its job.

The main benefit I got is that it dramatically reduced the puffiness around my eyes. When I have an extremely hard day and get little to no sleep, my eyes tend to be puffy. I left the gel on for 10 minutes and then wiped it off and my eye area looked "well-rested".

In addition, it made me FEEL more awake too. I think that tingly sensation contributed to that feeling. Since my eyes are not always puffy, I use this product as a mask when i need it. However it can be left on the eye under your makeup for all day benefits.

Conclusions: Indulge Soothing Eye Gel is a necessity for those with occasional or frequent puffy eyes.

Rating
Excellent

Benefits
Evens skin tone, reduces uneven complexion

Drawbacks
None

Details
I'm thirty-four and my skin is normal to oily. I have fair skin and it's not overly sensistive. I have some uneven skin tone (redness, blotchiness and some mild sun damage (freckles, mostly). I saw results in about a week.

I noticed my skin was softer and I had visiable improvement in even-ness of skin tone and reduction of redness. My freckles even were less noticble, which was very surprising - I've never used any product that made my freckles less noticible. Even my mom commented on how great my skin looked. I used the product in conjunction with other Mary Kay Timewise products, so not sure how it would work as a stand alone product.

Conclusions Even Complexion Essence is a Great product, definately recommend

Mary Kay has two types of shades; Shimmering shades add natural highlights while the matte powders add warmth. They are perfect blends for any skin color.

They are mineral powders and this is great for skin but they also have vitamins A, C, and E added for added protection for your skin.

You can mix and match the highlighting and bronzing shades to customize the perfect look for your skin tone. A real Winner!!!

Mineral Bronzing Powder Application Tip
Using the Mary Kay Compact Powder Brush or the Powder Brush from the Mary Kay Brush Collection, swirl bronzer shades together and tap off excess product. Apply Mineral Bronzing Powder where the sun hits you like forehead, cheeks, nose, shoulders and décolleté (to even out skin tone).

Mary Kay's New Subtle Tanning Lotion gives your skin the moisture it craves while subtly enhancing its natural tone for a healthy-looking glow without a drop of sun.

The lightweight, nongreasy formula glides on evenly and absorbs quickly for color that won't rub off. Plus, its tone appears even, without streaking or blotching.

When used daily, you can build up gorgeous color in about a week. Suitable for all skin types and tones. Does not contain sunscreen and does not protect against sunburn though, so be careful.

One of the few sun tanning lotions that you can use on your face. Excellent product.

Rating
Excellent

Benefits
Healthy glow, even tone, softer skin, softens wrinkles

Drawbacks
none

Details
The microdermabrasion set from Mary Kay works miracles. I love it. You can literally wear no makeup and feel gorgeous. You skin is softened and smoothed after one use, and many people notice a healthier looking face after 2 weeks of use. I have never used or seen a scrub with smaller crystals that makes your revitalizes you skin better. Not only does the set have a first step, but it has the 2nd step of replenishing the lost oils and vitamins in your skin leaving it with a healthy, balanced glow. The overall appearance after using this product is a smoother, more evenly colored face with less noticable wrinkles.

Conclusions
Every person, man or woman should try it and buy it.

Price (paid by reviewer)
$55

Where to find it
Beauty Consultant

by Chelsea Berges, Edmond , OK, USA
Rating

April 4, 2008

MINERAL EYE COLORS

I got my new mineral eye colors in the mail and like many other Mary Kay consultants, I am sure, the first thought you had was... what the heck. I had never seen anything so small, since the microchip was introduced.

Then, I tried my new mineral eye colors and I realized, you need very little product. It glides on smoothly and covers great. I now understand why mineral products come in smaller containers. I love the mineral eye colors especially the Navy Blue and Granite, great colors.

March 31, 2008

6 New Mineral Eye Colors have just come out, they are shimmery, long-lasting, fade-resistant shades that look gorgeous on any skin tone.

The oil-absorbing, mineral-based formula is easy to apply, provides excellent coverage and gives you intense, crease-resistant color in a single swipe.

They truly glide on effortlessly and stay in place for a long time. I am in love with these new eye colors, but, there are many more coming out in June.
Designed to fit perfectly in the new Mary Kay Compact.

New Mineral Cheek Colors:

The mineral-based formula is famous for its oil-absorbing properties, ease of application and excellent coverage. This Mineral Cheek Color is so versatile that, no matter what your skin tone, you can start with a natural glow and then build fade resistant color as you like it. Once again,designed to fit perfectly in the new Mary Kay Compact.

The New Compact is designed to hold everything in place with tiny magnets, this allows you to move everything around in your compact to customize it the way you like. Just gorgeous.

NEW! Mary Kay Compact

Meet your new best friend, this is what I am most excited about. The new customizable Mary Kay Compact will help make you feel beautiful, clever and fabulous. The design makes this compact fit right in the palm of your hand and feels so comfortable.

It has a revolutionary magnetic refill system allowing you to modify in the blink of an eye. It has a convenient place to hold Mary Kay Creme Lipstick or NouriShine Lip Gloss, this go-anywhere compact makes it easy to have it all.

Mary Kay Sheer Mineral Pressed Powder

This Sheer Mineral Pressed Powder is an amazing new pressed powder that will give you just what you've been looking for - sheer oil control while minimizing the appearance of fine lines! This lightweight, ultrafine powder imparts an invisible layer of oil-absorbing coverage that keeps makeup looking fresh throughout the day.

Formulated for all skin types, this soft powder includes vitamins and antioxidants that help protect against wrinkle-causing free radicals. The perfect translucent powder for a smooth and luminous look! Suitable for sensitive skin!

Mary Kay Subtle Tanning Lotion

With luxurious hydrating ingredients to moisturize skin and a touch of tanner, Mary Kay Subtle Tanning Lotion develops a gradual, bronze glow that's natural enough to look real.

Mary Kay Mineral Bronzing & Highlighting Powders

With the new Mineral Bronzing Powders and Mary Kay Mineral Highlighting Powders, you have more options than ever before for defining facial features, adding a warm glow or highlighting and illuminating!

This radiant pair offers complete freedom to mix and match any shade combination to customize the perfect look for any skin tone.