What is a woman's true beauty?
 

True Beauty comes from within and works its way out.
 

True Beauty is self esteem, self respect, a woman that is secure within herself.
 

True Beauty is a woman who embraces who she is and does not try to be something different or someone else.
 

True Beauty occurs when she recognizes what makes her unique.
 

True Beauty does not exist until she embraces it, integrates it and owns it as a part of who she is.
 

Treasure your beauty - your beauty within.
 

Please don't tell me you go to bed without washing your face! Your body is designed to repair and rejuvenate itself while you are sleeping. In order to allow your skin to do this, it's crucial for it to be clean first.

After removing your eye and face makeup with a gentle, oil-free makeup remover, the next step of your skincare regimen is to cleanse the skin. You've got to remove that makeup, dirt and pollution from the day. In fact, if you're not happy with the current condition of your skin, it may be because you're not using a cleanser with the right ingredients.

In order to choose the right cleanser for your skin, it's important that you always read the active ingredients present in the product before purchasing it.  Steer clear of products containing harsh ingredients such as:  sodium laurel sulfate, petrolatum, lanolin, mineral oil or propylene glycol, synthetic color, synthetic fragrance and comedogenic ingredients.

Cleansers are not "one-size fits all." You need to pick the right cleanser for you!

If you have aging skin, are experiencing dryness or are sensitive to a lot of skincare products, try a cream-based cleanser.  If you have normal, combination or oily skin you should use a gel based cleanser. If your skin requires an anti-acne cleanser then be sure to look for products that contain salicylic or benzoyl peroxide.

After thoroughly cleansing your face, you can apply your serum, moisturizer, night cream, etc. (I'll be blogging on the uses of these products in the days to come). Now that your skin is clean you can be assured that whatever treatment you apply will absorb and penetrate deeper into the skin to do exactly what it is designed to do - correct your skin!

Women often ask me how many times a day they should cleanse their skin- the answer is, it depends on your skin type! (Remember, skin care is not "one size fits all") If you have a Combination, Oily or Acne skin you should cleanse twice daily. If you have a Normal, Dry or Sensitive skin you should always cleanse in the evening. In the morning you could either use cleanser or you could just use a toner instead to refresh the skin before applying moisturizer, sunscreen and makeup.

There are times when Janae recommends two different cleansers. One for evening and one for morning. If you are using a stronger cleanser like an Acne Cleanser at night your skin might not need or be able to tolerate twice a day, so you'd want to use a more gentle cleanser in the morning, keeping your skin from becoming too dry or irritated.

If you are wanting to see healthier more radiant skin and don't already use a cleanser that is suited to your specific needs, try Janae's recommendations for your unique skin type and condition and see what a difference using the right cleanser can make for your complexion!

If you experience dryness, have an aging skin and have sensitivity to skincare products:

Janae Recommends: Ultra Gentle Cleansing Lotion

If you experience an oily t-zone or oily skin and have sensitivity to skincare products:

Janae Recommends: Ultra Gentle Cleansing Gel

If you are experiencing dryness, aging skin or sun damage:

Janae Recommends: AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser

If you experience a normal/comb/slightly oily as well as hyper-pigmentation or sun damage:

Janae Recommends: Glycolic Cleanser (AHA)

If you are experiencing oily t-zone, oily skin or acne-prone:

Janae Recommends: Pore Clearing Cleanser (Salicylic)

If you are experiencing moderate to severe acne:

Janae Recommends:  Acne Cleanser (Benzoyl Peroxide)

If you would like more personalized recommendations for your specific skin needs please utilize my contact page or simply leave a comment below!

The eye area is the first to show signs of aging. In order to maintain a youthful appearance, it is essential that you take special care of the skin around your eyes.

Have you ever noticed that your eyes become irritated, swollen or itchy from either not removing your eye makeup properly or not removing it at all? If you apply any eye makeup it's important to remove it completely. In fact, taking off your makeup each and every night is an essential part of your new skincare regimen.

An eye makeup remover should easily dissolve eye makeup. The skin around your eyes is very delicate and should be treated gently. You should never tug or pull the skin around your eyes, and never use a soap or cleanser in the eye area unless it states specifically that it is gentle enough for the eyes. The makeup remover you use should not burn or sting- if it does burn or sting that means you are doing more harm than good!

I've heard of some women who use oil based products (such as Vaseline or baby oil) to remove eye makeup. This is not recommended.  Oil based products leave a residue and can eventually block tear ducts, keep eyelashes from growing and cause oily bumps around the eyes.

Instead, you should use a gentle, oil free eye makeup remover on a cotton pad. Gently press and hold for a moment allowing the remover to break down makeup and then gently swipe.

My little secret is that I like to then use a clean cotton pad with this same product to remove any makeup on the face before cleansing. By doing this your cleanser can than get deeper into the pores during  the cleansing process instead of having to go through layers of dirt, oils and makeup first.

If you don't already make it a point to take your makeup off every night, then it's time to start- you're already on your way to more beautiful, radiant skin!

Janae Recommends: Gentle Eye Makeup Remover

Throughout my 25 years as an aesthetician, I've seen a lot of people disappointed with not obtaining the results they were hoping for from their skincare regimen. There are two key reasons this happens. One is that the products they use do not contain effective active ingredients. The second is that they lack consistency in using quality products on a daily basis.

When it comes down to it, you are the one who plays the largest role in seeing the results you are hoping to achieve with your skin. It's the time you spend and the products you use that make the difference.

Just by spending a few minutes everyday using skincare products with effective ingredients, you will greatly improve the health of your skin. That is my goal for you!

I assure you, this will be time well spent! Beautiful skin is noticeable, and I want you to begin receiving compliments on the healthy, glowing skin you can have!

In the next few posts I will be sharing with you the purpose and the order of a good skincare routine, starting with the basics. I will also share about the importance of using products with effective active ingredients - what ingredients to look for and which ones to avoid when purchasing products.

After covering the basics, I'll share targeted treatments that give specific results for different skin issues. Whether it's aging, menopausal, tired, sun damaged, hyper-pigmentation, acne, rosacea or sensitive skin problems you might be having, you can have a clearer, healthier complexion with innovative formulas that repair, rebuild and transform the skin and give you the results you want.

But first, consistency! It's the most important first step. It's the key needed for success. No other person but you is responsible for the condition of your skin. So take a moment right now and commit to yourself to set aside a few extra minutes each morning and each evening to maintain a skin regimen that fits your needs - and don't worry, I'll be with you every step of the way.

If you want you to have that beautiful, radiant skin, make the commitment and stay committed. I promise that your consistency will pay off.

Do you know your Skin Type? Your Skin Type is what you were genetically born with.

The 5 main Skin Types are: Dry, Normal, Combination, Oily and Sensitive.

Skin Condition has more to do with how your skin interacts with your environment in the here and now. Sensitivity, redness, irritation, dryness, dehydration, oil production, tendency toward acne - these are all skin conditions. Skin condition can change several times a year in response to stress, hormones and environment.

Though you might know what your skin type is, more importantly is what the condition of your skin is in today and being sure you are using the proper skincare products to maintain a healthy skin balance.

If you'd like help in improving the health of your skin, please contact me for a personal skin consultation. I would be happy to help you choose skincare products that will dramatically improve your skin health and appearance.

A time to spend a few moments to inspire the beauty in you still waiting to be revealed.

With this being my first ever blog post I thought it would be good to share with you a bit about myself. I am a licensed esthetician with over 25 years experience in skincare and cosmetics. I am passionate about beauty and helping women be their absolute best inside and out at every stage of life. Visit my About page to learn more.

The reason for my blog is to give you insight to good skincare and makeup techniques so that you will feel comfortable in your own skin and confident that you're putting your best face forward everyday.

I will be blogging about a variety of skincare, makeup, beauty concerns and anything that I feel could be helpful not only in guiding you through maintaining your best, most healthy, beautiful skin, but also to encourage you to take time for you!

I encourage comments and participation!

Welcome to Janae Time!