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Five Reasons Sunforgettable is Awesome for Kids

My family calls me "The Sunscreen Queen," especially when it comes to protecting my 18 month old from the harmful rays of the sun.  My sunscreen of choice: Sunforgettable by Colorescience Pro. Here's my top five reasons why I love Sunforgettable for kids...

1) It's safe.  Sunforgettable's powder formula does not absorb into the skin, minimizing possible reactions, allergies, and free radical damage.   Recommend for babies 6 months and up (ask your pediatrician before using on younger babies), this formula is my hero when it comes to protecting my 18 month old from the sun.  We protect our kids form so much- let Sunforgettable do part of the job for you! 

2) It's easy to apply.  Using the Orb applicator puff minimizes the usual wriggling that comes along with sunscreen application, and gets the job done fast! You can see where the powder is applied, which becomes sheer in just a few minutes. 

3) It's waterproof.  Okay- technically it's rated "Very Water Resistant," but it literally stays put!  The titanium dioxide "sticks" to the skin, keeping the powder where you put it.  Say "goodbye" to stinging eyes! 

4) It's instant protection.  No more fifteen minute wait time before sun exposure.  Sunforgettable is active protection the second it touches your skin, using a physical barrier of titanium dioxide and zinc.  Plus, the minerals in Sunforgettable are anti-inflammatory and cooling to the skin!

5) It's economical!  The Large Orb application costs a fraction of what the retractable brush costs, and you get more than double the amount of product!  Great for families who love spending time in the sun together, proper application of Sunforgettable will keep you protected and worry free!

I know that when I use Sunforgettable on my little guy, I no longer need to worry about him getting too much sun exposure on his delicate skin, or about him getting un-necessary chemicals absorbed into his body.  I feel confident that when you try Sunforgettable on yourself and your kids, you won't be using anything else!

-Jill Nigbur- Master Esthetician, Mom, and Sunscreen Queen

Stop by our office to try out all of these Sunforgettable applications and more sun-reliable Colorescience Pro products.

 

Sunforgettable is also available in these applications:

The Sunforgettable Retractable Brush is a clean and convenient application, easy to stow away in your purse or beach bag.  It comes in both SPF 30 and 50, and is available in matte or shimmer, and dark, medium or sheer. 

The Sunforgettable SPF 30 Primerhas the feel of a cream sunscreen, but all the benefits of the powder. It evens out skin tone, and hydrates the skin leaving a silky smooth finish.  It's a great application for men, who sometimes shy away from the Retractable Brush and Orb puff applications.

An exciting recent addition is the Sunforgettable SPF 35 Lip Shines.  Available in Sheer, Merlot, Coral, Pink, and Rose, this spearmint flavored shine protects and glamorizes!  

Are You Aware?

Welcome to May, the month of Melanoma Awareness!   

Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States.  In fact, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime, and about 90 percent of non-melanoma skin cancers are associated with exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. Since 1973, the mortality rate for Melanoma has increased 50%! Currently, there are more new cases of Melanoma than HIV or AIDS. According to WebMD.com, "Melanoma may effect only the skin, or it may spread (metastasize) through the blood or lymph system to other organs and bones." Not to mention that up to 90 percent of the visible changes commonly attributed to aging are caused by the sun!

How do we protect ourselves?

Whenever possible, avoid sun exposure from 11 am to 2 pm, and forget the sunbathing!  If you are looking for that "golden glow," check out some safe alternatives, like airbrush tanning (we recommend Alexis at www.bodyskape.com). 

Seek out shady areas and wear protective clothing, including hats and sunglasses.  And don't skimp on the sunscreen!  Believe or not, your SPF 6 may not be doing the trick- be sure to wear at least a SPF 15 for daily protection, and at least an SPF 30 for outdoor activities.  

Last, but not least, check yourself out!  Be aware of what your skin and moles look like.  Then, if you see changes or anything suspicious (such as large or irregular moles) you can contact your Dermatologist right away!  By taking these and other precautions when outdoors, you could save yourself from surgery, radiation, and even death. 

Let's all take the time to protect ourselves and our loved ones from the risks of Melanoma!  Share this message with everyone you know, and spread the awareness to all within our reach! 

 

 

The "Seven Deadly Skins" of mineral makeup

Pure, authentic mineral makeup stays on all day and feels like you are not wearing anything at all. It also protects, colors, and calms skins with Rosacea, acne, discoloration, and fine lines and wrinkles. Real minerals are also safe enough to apply after medical cosmetic procedures. Here are a few tips to help you determine how pure your mineral makeup is:

#1- If your minerals come in loose form, tap a little bit of your powder into a glass of water and stir.  If the makeup:

• bubbles or foams, it is not just pure minerals
• sinks, it is not properly processed
• muddies up the water, it's not real minerals

Real minerals will float on top of the water, demonstrating how they remain on the surface of the skin, and won't absorb into the water proving how they are very water resistant and offer stable sun protection.  Real minerals are also solid and do not dissolvein water, showing the makeup's camouflaging capabilities and longevity.

#2-  Avoid the "Seven Deadly Skins"

Seven cosmetic ingredients that you want to avoid in your makeup:

• talc
• perfumes
• mineral oil
• harsh preservatives
• drying alcohols
• emulsifiers
• dyes

Colorescience Pro is best known for loose minerals in a take-out brush, the easiest, most efficient way to apply loose minerals.  Because Colorescience Pro invented the mineral makeup concept, they are uniquely qualified to provide the perfect delivery system for the best mineral application. 

Colorescience Pro minerals come in a large variety of colores to be used as Foundations, Bronzers, Correctors, Finishing Powders, Blushers, Afterglows, and more!  With traditional makeup, you can get too much, too fast, creating a heavy look and feel.  With Colorescience Pro, it's okay... layer away!

To book your personal makeup application/lesson, contact our office at 801.278.9296 or customerservice@cherylinc.com

You won't want to miss this!

 

Get a Sun-believable tan with an SPF 30!

 

ColoreScience makes it easy as 1-2-3-4 to have a beautiful bronze for the summer months!

 

Step 1:  Prime Wild to Mild:  Start of on the right foot with this SPF 20 primer.

 

Step 2:  Glow String of Pearls:  Give your skin maximum glow to go with your tan.

Step 3:  Tan  Bronzer:  Add that Sun-Kissed look with a Bronzer of your choice.

Step 4:  Set Achromatherapy:  Finish the look with your favorite spritzer.

 

Colorescience Sunless Tan is great solution for

·         Face & Décolletage

·         Self-Tanner touch ups

·         Full body application

 

Create the look you want this summer with Colorescience!

Stop by for a FREE sunless tan demonstration

May is Melanoma Awareness Month - Be Sun Smart!

May is Melanoma awareness month so here are some quick facts about Melanoma & skin cancer:

• Skin cancer is the most common form of cancer in the United States. 
• Melanoma is the most common cancer in young adults ages 20-30; however, melanoma occurs in all ages groups - including infants.
• Exposure to tanning beds before age 35 increases Melanoma risk by 75 percent.
• Skin cancer is the #1 cancer in men over the age of 50; ahead of prostate, lung and colon cancer.

Melanoma is a dangerous and aggressive form of skin cancer that not only attacks the skin cells but can spread to other organs and bones through the blood or lymphatic system.  Melanoma is primarily caused by too much exposure to UV rays but other contributing factors can be family history and presence of atypical moles.  Melanoma can often be recognized by the A, B, C, D, E's of Melanoma:  Asymmetry, Border, Color, Diameter, Evolution. 

During the month of May our office will be providing the Sun Care Chair to promote the proper application of sunscreen and provide you with valuable information about protecting yourself and your family.  Get your UV picture taken and learn about the different options available in sun protection as well receive valuable information to recognize Melanoma.  We offer several different options in sun protection to best suit your needs.  Rocky Mountain Sunscreen and ColoreScience Sunforgettable are both great options for the entire family!

Be sun smart - avoid prime solar hours of 10 am to 4 pm, seek shade and wear protective clothing.  When out in the sun ensure that you are using appropriate sun protection including sunscreen, hats, shirts and sunglasses. 

Call our office at 801-278-9296 or click Here to schedule an appointment. 

Or click to purchase your sun protection products online!

Sources:  skincancer.org and webMD.com