What I loved about Sensaria

It is hard to talk about Sensaria in the past tense but that is the reality. They are gone and I am sad I lost a lot of my favorite products. At least I stocked up on the ones I really can't go without! They closed their business while I was on vacation in Sweden but now that I am home and recovered from my jet lag, I have been researching other skin care companies like crazy! I have been reading and watching where other reps have gone so I had a good list to start with. Also, I have mostly focused on skin care as that was one of my main loves. I figured I could find a lotion, body wash and body scrub much easier than a good skin care line. I am done with my rigorous testing of many different product lines and found one that I really like. Before I go into why I like that company and their products, I feel it is necessary to explain why I loved Sensaria so here we go!

However, maybe I should go back a little further first? I was blessed to have been introduced to some good skin care in my teens as I started out with using Clinique. It was great for my skin at the time and established a good foundation for me. However, when I went to college it wasn't always in my budget so I tried other things. I even sold Mary Kay for a short while too but that ended up irritating my skin after a while so I stopped selling it. I don't remember having problems with bad acne in my teens but there certainly was a problem with breakouts like any normal teen I suppose. I do remember having oily skin. I know my acne problems developed as I got older and especially flared up when I had kids. In my mid-20's, it was bad enough that I tried Proactive but that didn't last long as it was too harsh on my skin. I ended up settling on Origins for a few years before I tried Sensaria. I liked that they were sort of natural and stuff smelled good and it also seemed to work well for my skin too.

So, I was in my early 30's when a friend invited me to my first Sensaria spa party. I had never heard of them nor did I know what exactly a "spa party" was. My friend told me we were going to get pampered, soak our feet and drink some wine. That was all I needed to know! I ended up going with very little expectations and was very pleasantly surprised how much I liked it. I really loved the mango body butter and the skin care which really shocked me! I couldn't stop touching my face as it felt so soft. I think my husband thought I was a bit crazy for asking if he could feel a difference too. I ended up trading parties with this friend for about 2 years before I decided to join Sensaria and sell the products myself.

That was 5 years ago and I still love the products. I loved the way the skin care products smelled and how soft they made my skin feel. I loved the Citrus Cleaner and it was one item that could do so much! I could use on everything from blood and ink stains to washing windows and veggies. I even did my laundry with it! I loved how the body butter was never greasy or sticky and hydrated my skin all day. I loved the Nourishing Moisturizer and how it helped my son's eczema. I loved the mango, coconut and rosemary mint scents. I miss that sweet orange scent too that they had for a while. It was the best shampoo & conditioner until they discontinued it. I loved the Sweet & Smooth body scrub because of that orange scent and it was great to shave with. You get to exfoliate with the sugar and salt and then shave with the remaining oil. I loved the Optimize Eye Serum for getting rid of any puffiness and dark circles. I loved the Men's Face Scrub as it was sort of citrus-y and foamed so it cleaned and exfoliated at the same time! I also loved the Microdermabrasion scrub too as it was the gentlest scrub I have ever used and it made my skin so soft. I loved the foot scrub too as it was so minty and fresh and it made my feet feel great too.

Honestly, I could go on and on and on about what I loved. However, since I focused mainly on skin care during my search maybe I should tell you exactly what I used so maybe you can get a better idea of what all the other companies had to compare with? Here goes!

- Balancing Cleanser (PM ~ I felt it took off my makeup better)
- Mineral Genesis Cleanser (AM)
- Mineral Genesis Conditioning Mist (AM/PM)
- Optimize Eye Serum (AM)
- Line Diminisher (AM ~ even though it was discontinued, I still love it)
- SPF 28 (AM)
- Night Cream (PM)
- Mineral Genesis Gold (AM/PM)

Also, every other day or so I would exfoliate with either the Men's Face Scrub or Microdermabrasion depending on what I felt like. I also tried to mask with the Sea Silk Mask in between the days I scrub but I fell out of habit with it and used it about once a week. So, I think that about covers it!

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Thank a Teacher with Sensaria

For a lot of people school is already over but it is never too late to send a thank you gift to your favorite teacher! You can even buy something now and send it with your kids on their first day of school in September. Teachers are some of the most wonderful people on this planet and they don't get nearly the recognition or pay they deserve. We can all do our part and give a little token of our appreciation for a job well done! Here is just a brief list of some great teachers gifts for $20 or less! Heck you can even split up some of these gifts and it becomes even more inexpensive but so very thoughtful!

Tea Tree & Lime Hand Cleaning Gel ~ Because teaching can be a dirty job! ($16 for a pack of two)

Lip Balm Trio ~ Because kissing boo-boos comes with the territory. ($12 for a pack of 3)

Tender Touch Intensive Hand Creme ~ Because chalk dust can dry out your hands. ($15)

Jojoba Body Lotion Spray ~ Because it is lightweight and fragrance-free so everyone can enjoy it! ($16)

Face Wash For Men ~ Because well guys are teachers too! ($20)

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What Are Your Sensaria Essentials?

You know moving sucks. I knew that. Really I did! I just forgot after living in our house for almost 8 years. I don't know if you missed my blog posts this month but the reason why they have been so sparse lately is because we just sold our house in May and it has been a crazy busy time getting things taken care of and moving forward on a new house that is being built for us. In the meantime, I am now all moved (but not unpacked) into an apartment until the new house is ready. So that means I will be moving again in a few months! It is crazy I tell you! Still, I think it will be all worth it to get our dream house.

Through all this I realized what Sensaria items I cannot live without. I packed up all the products I didn't need but here is my list of essentials. Tell me what yours is!

Nourishing Moisturizer ~ I use this lotion for my son's eczema so I never go anywhere without it. I find that I use it all the time on my hands since I wash my hands a million times a day. You know ... dishes, kid's snotty nose, laundry, kids, etc. I now have "Big Blue" (the 6oz size) at home and the smaller one for my purse.

Face Scrub for Men ~ No, it is not just for men! I really love this scrub because it is a little foamy so I feel like I can exfoliate and cleanse at the same time. I actually use it about every other day but it sure is a time saver and it smells good too!

Daily Sun Protection SPF 28 ~ I read a blog post on Sensariality about the importance of using a daily sunscreen on your face and I couldn't have agreed more! The more I use this sunscreen the more I love it! It goes on slightly white but it rubs in quickly. It is not greasy or chalky either. Use it everyday even if you use a foundation with SPF. I do!

Mineral Genesis Pure Gold ~ I actually love the whole line but this product is above and beyond my favorite. I just ran out before the move and I had already packed away my extra supplies. Boo hoo! This is just one of those products you have to try it yourself to understand why I love it so. Instant firming and beautiful, glowing skin are just a few of my reasons.

Lip Balm Trio ~ I have a tube of our lip balm in just about every room of the house plus two in my purse and one in each car. I think I have one of every scent ever made so it is always a nice surprise what flavor I will get depending on where I am. You know, it doesn't matter if it is one of those moving days where I don't care about my hair or makeup but I can't go without my lip balm. In fact, I need some right now! Yum! Tangerine!

Ok, I could go on and on and on but it's time for bed. Don't forget to share your Sensaria Essentials!

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May Monthly Specials

May is an exciting time with Sensaria. The theme this month is "Tender Ties" which celebrates life's special bonds. Why not pamper your mom or sister or best friend with a gift from Sensaria? Plus we are also releasing three new products so it is a PERFECT time to host a spa party and try them out. Also, on May 3rd, it is Sensaria's 9th anniversary in direct sales! The products have been around for 20 years before that but who is counting? I am giving my hosts an extra 10% hostess credit at their party if you book on May 1-9th! Do you want an extra $20 or $40 or more for FREE? Contact me right away!


Host your own spa party this month collect just eight orders with one spa party booked before 6/30/2010 and earn your choice of Basic Skin Care Systems for FREE! This is the cleanser, toner and moisturizer. You can choose Balancing, Nourishing, Clarifying and Soothing. ($45 value)



Also for hosts this month, you can choose our newest product Equilibria which balances a woman's moods and it is paired with our ever popular Center Pulse Point Cream. This exclusive duo is yours for HALF PRICE! ($49.50 value)

For all spa guests and anyone else who just wants to place an order this month, all the men's skin care line products are on sale at 15% off! Stock up for Father's Day next month or pick up these products for the acne prone teen in your life. Also on sale is two of our beach body products: Tropical Glow Body Lotion (gives you a nice shimmer and glow) and Tahitian Breeze Moisture Gel (a very lightweight lotion that leaves just a subtle sparkle behind). Both beach products have a wonderful, light, tropical scent that will get you all prepared for the beach.



Finally, if you spend just $75 or more this month then you get this super cute and reversible canvas tote for FREE. While supplies last! What are you waiting for? Contact me to place an order or schedule your own pampering spa party!

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The Importance of Exfoliating

I truly believe that exfoliating your skin once or twice a week is essential for good skin care. I know that my skin seems to need it in order to keep breakouts away and plus, it just plain makes my skin so soft and smooth. I just feel that my skin builds up dirt and dead skin cells quicker than some so I tend to exfoliate every other day. Another benefit of regular exfoliation is that it allows the other products that you put on your skin to penetrate deeper and work better too. I am excited to have such a great selection of exfoliators from Sensaria to offer people with every different skin type and problem!

Sea Kelp Scrub ~ This was the first scrub that I fell in love with. I enjoy the scent and the walnut shells and apricot seeds provide the physical exfoliation in this scrub. It will really help keep your pores clear of debris and dirt which can lead to clogged pores and blemishes. People with normal, combination or oily skin can use this scrub. I just gently massage onto my face after cleansing and then rinse and follow with a toner and moisturizer. Also, massaging your skin can help promote the skin to create new skin cells so not only are you revealing newer skin after exfoliating but it will help keep you skin looking fresh for longer!

Enzyme Exfoliating Treatment ~ You should not use a physical exfoliator on skin that has blemishes because you will just break open the blemishes and spread the acne causing bacteria around your face and can potentially cause more breakouts. That is why I recommend this exfoliator and plus it is great for anyone who has dry or sensitive skin too. Instead of a physical exfoliant, this one uses fruit enzymes from Papaya and Pineapple that gently dissolve dead surface cells. It is just like putting on a creamy lotion on your skin. I put this on after cleansing in the shower and continue washing my body or conditioning my hair for as long as possible. Rinse it off and follow with a toner and moisturizer.

Face Scrub For Men ~ This product isn't just for men! I love using it especially when my face exploded when I got pregnant with my daughter. Plus, sometimes I am in a rush (what mom isn't?) in the shower so I will use this scrub since it foams up slightly and I feel like I am getting clean and exfoliated at the same time. This product uses microbeads of volcanic pumice to provide a physical exfoliation. For men who use this product, massage your face before shaving as it will provide you with a closer shave. It will help raise up stubble and get rid of dead skin cells which can clog razors. It will also help prevent ingrown hairs. I would suggest that men and anyone with acne prone or oily skin could use this scrub as well.

Microdermabrasion Creme ~ If people think scrubs are too harsh on their skin then maybe they are not using a good quality scrub or perhaps they are using it too often. Or perhaps they just need to start using our Microdermabrasion Creme! This product is gentle enough even for people with sensitive and dry skin who might not have thought they could use a physical scrub before. It uses a gentle blend of volcanic microdermabrasion crystals suspended in a soothing, conditioning crème. It is really far superior to any scrub I have used before. The crystals are so fine that you barely notice them at all but you certainly won't miss the results! I was looking around at various spas on their microdermabrasion treatments and they can cost anywhere between $90 and $130 for an hour treatment! This little jar will last much, much longer and you don't have to go to a fancy schmancy salon either!

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Sun & Fun: June Specials

We have some great specials this month and I am excited to share them with you. As usual we have great hostess specials along with our guest specials which anyone can take advantage of. It is not too late to have your own spa party and earn these great items! When it is nice out, then we can do the party outside on your deck or backyard. I can even put together a catalog party for you too if we can't work out a good time to spa together. Contact me right away to get on my schedule!

GUEST SPECIALS
Sensaria's Men’s Skin Care ‘Fore’some
Save 10% on the entire Men’s Collection which includes Face Wash, Face Scrub and Hydragel — PLUS FREE sleeve of logo golf balls and tees. Just $55.00 ($67.50 value) Don't forget that Father's Day is June 21st! Also, June is women's golf month too! Our Mens Skin Care line is not just for men and it is also great for acne prone skin too.

Sun Care Bundle
Save $17 on this dynamic duo that includes Vitamin C Rejuvenating Treatment and Daily Sun Protection SPF 28. JUST $50.00 ($67.00 value) These two products can do their skin a world of good. That's because the best way to reduce hyperpigmentation (brown spots) is to speed up healthy cell turnover and prevent future discoloration with good sun protection. Vitamin C Rejuvenating Treatment provides antioxidant protection and supports cell turnover. And because brown spots are triggered by UV light, Daily Sun Protection SPF 28 will provide the protection needed to help skin tone remain bright and even.

Sensaria's Bonus Buy
SPECIAL OFFER: GIFT WITH PURCHASE! ONLY $5! Your choice of ONE Mango Salt Glow OR Coconut Body Butter when you spend $60. Make sure to grab one of these tropical treats when you make a purchase this month. They are two of my favorite scents and products!

HOST SPECIALS
Save 60% on our host exclusive Green Tea Bundle which includes a 16oz size Body Wash, 16oz Body Lotion and 8oz Body Butter. Guests with $300 or more in party sales can purchase this bundle for only $30.50! (Save $46.50!)

Hosts with $450 in party sales will receive our Raydiance Self-Tanner for FREE! ($35 value) Hosts with $650 in party sales will the self-tanner PLUS a Rosemary Mint Salt Glow and 16oz Body Lotion for FREE! ($36.50 value)

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Acne Prone Skin Care Ritual

Are you like me and have skin that is prone to break out with acne? I notice that it happens to me more when I have a hormone change like when my period is about to start .... or when I am pregnant ... or stop breastfeeding. Also, it tends to happen if I don't exfoliate enough too but that is maybe a topic for another post. I have found that Tea Tree Oil is one of the things that works for my skin so maybe it does for you too. Sensaria's men's products are not just for men! This is my routine in the morning and I will share my evening one in another post.

1. Get into the shower.


2. Apply a small amount of Sensaria's Face Scrub for Men on my face. I am a huge fan of our Sea Kelp Scrub but ran out one day so I thought I would try the men's. I was pleasantly surprised how much I like it! This scrub has a citrus scent and it foams up a bit so it makes me feel like my face is really getting clean. I use this at the same time I am shampooing my hair.
   
3. Wash with Sensaria's Face Wash for Men. Again, a small amount goes a long way here. This doesn't foam up a lot and so I tend to use it more like a mask. I leave it on while I am conditioning and using the body wash. It is supposed to be used as a shave gel for men so I figure that it won't hurt to leave it on for a bit.
   
4. Get out of the shower and dry off.
5. Spritz my face with Sensaria's Toning Mist. This isn't part of the men's line but I love my toner so much that I can't go without it. This one I can't use enough of it and I usually use about 5 sprays. Even though I use more than directed, it is the last of my face products to run empty.
   
6. Squirt one pump each of Sensaria's Advanced Firming Treatment and White Tea Calming Serum into the palm of my hand. Again, not part of the men's line but I can't live without my repair products either. The first one helps keep my skin firm and supple while the second combats any redness or irritation.
   
7. Pump just the tinist amount of Sensaria's Optimize Rejuvinating Eye Serum on the tip of my ring finger. I tap my ring fingers together and dot it all around my eye area. Gentle is the key here.
   
8. Apply a pea-size amount of Sensaria's Hydragel for Men all over my face. I always use too much of this product! That is okay since I spread it on my neck and chest too. I love how lightweight but still moisturizing this is for me. It also helps calm down any redness too.
   
9. Finish with Sensaria's Daily Sun Protection SPF 28. I don't always use it even though I know I should. It's just that some days I get lazy but really it is one of the best ways to protect your skin against aging!
   
10. Put makeup on.

Ok, that is it. Does it sound like a lot? Well maybe but it doesn't take me long at all and it helps that I have the whole line of products to play with too. If you are just starting out then get the basics of the Men's Scrub, Men's Wash, Toning Mist and Hydragel. Let me know what you think and if you have any questions!

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