Oh Yes We Did!The Holiday Collection Has Launched: 2020

Be thinking of "me-time" and the need for self care. Yes, of course I am all about gifting and I get so excited to find the perfect gift for someone and watch their face when they open it! But let's be honest, there is also something to be said about self care. Especially right now!

During the pandemic I started coloring my own hair at home (yes - embrace the scary thought - it was a must to get the grays to magically disappear) and have continued doing it now even though my favorite salon is open again. The reason why is simple ~ it forces me to have some "me-time". I have really enjoyed the time while my hair is processing (usually 30 minutes) and I can take this time to putz in the bathroom (maybe touchup my eyebrows, play with some makeup, apply a facial mask, shave my legs.....you get the point). As I look at our Beautycounter Holiday Collection I see a common theme - I should say a much needed common theme - around self care and rituals.

Don't always put yourself last, be sure to reward and love on yourself too! Take a long warm shower or bath and indulge by using our gorgeous Sugarbuff Body Polish to slough off all the dullness and follow up with a wonderful hydrating moisturizer to treat and protect your skin. Have some fun playing with new fall/winter makeup colors that shimmer and glow. Dive into your skincare routine by treating and caring for your beautiful face with rich hydration and brightness-boosting treatments. This is your time! Trust me, you will love it :)

Here is a personal peak at the collection (and note I am due for a hair color touchup and some personal "me-time"....Oh Yes!). Enjoy!

The Good Clean Sun Event Starts Today!

Catch some rays and grab your GWP (gift with purchase).

The sunshine is finally here and here to stay for awhile in MN! Now that's worth celebrating!

Enjoy a full size Beautycounter item when you shop this holiday weekend (Thursday May 21, 2020 through Tuesday May 26, 2020). I must say that it's a tough choice: Countersun After Sun Cooling Gel, Countermatch Eye Rescue Cream, or Countermatch Adaptive Body Moisturizer.

My oldest daughter would tell you to definitely grab the After Sun Cooling Gel! It is a favorite of hers. Not only does it feel amazing, but it smells wonderful too! It has our monoi scent that smells "like a vacation in a bottle."

Now for me it's a tough pick between our Body Moisturizer and Eye Rescue Cream. Both are necessities! If you are in the market for a good eye cream that absorbs easily then go for the Eye Rescue Cream. If you are all about full body hydration then grab the Body Moisturizer (I usually add 1-2 drops of my favorite essential oil to my lotion to give it a little extra kick).

All of these goodies are winners. The most important thing to remember is that clean sun care is always in season. Cheers!

Happy shopping starts here:

https://www.beautycounter.com/mariegrande?goto=/

Slough away dry winter skin with dry brushing

If you haven't tried it you should! This is an easy and quick weekly process that has great benefits and brings out your natural glow by removing all the dead surface cells that need sloughing away and gets your blood moving throughout your whole body.

Years ago I went back to school to become an Esthetician. During that process I remember learning about how important it is to have good circulation - bringing blood and nutrients to all parts of your body. That's why dry brushing is so beneficial! You are creating stimulation and increasing circulation which in return brings oxygen and nutrients to all areas of your skin - even areas that get neglected.

Right now I am using the Pursoma Detox Beauty Body Brush - see their picture below and link here: https://www.pursomalife.com/collections/all-products/products/body-brush

You can use any natural fiber brush (and please consider an ethically sourced fiber). There are many to choose from - just get one and start brushing! You will love it!

To learn more about dry brushing and the benefits check out this great article: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/the-truth-about-dry-brushing-and-what-it-does-for-you/