Simple Steps for Radiant Skin

Your skin, as you probably know, can be your best friend or your worst enemy. But your relationship with your complexion should be kept simple. Skin care doesn’t have to be complicated! Here are some skin-care basics that will help you make peace with your skin.

Use the right Cleanser
One of the big challenges we all face is washing our face at night. I know, I know, You're tired and barely have enough energy to brush your teeth, and now I want your to actually wash your face at night too? Yes...yes I do. No matter how exhausted you are, you really do need to remove makeup, dirt, and pollution from the day to wash away all the debris that can lead to clogged pores and dead-skin buildup...and you don't want to use the bar of soap found in your shower!

When it comes to choosing the proper cleanser, you really need to know what your skin needs. If you suffer from red irritated skin your don't want to use a cleanser that has a harsher exfoliant. 

To determine the best type of cleanser for your skin type try my skincare assessment tool...it only takes about 30 seconds to complete.

Nightly Damage Control
It’s a no-brainer: You can maximize the time you spend sleeping to deliver moisture, correct existing problems, and help prevent future damage to your skin. 

To prevent and treat fine lines and wrinkles, use products that have tried-and-true antioxidants such as retinol, which helps promote collagen. My favourite night time regimen includes Rodan + Fields REDEFINE Night Renewing Serum capsules. They contain a magical blend of peptides and retinol to visibly improve skin texture and firmness and reduce the appearance of wrinkles. It's like silk on your skin and it was recognized by Harper’s Bazaar Magazine as an Editors' Choice...so you know it;s a quality product.

Combine REDEFINE Night Renewing Serum capsules with the AMP MD Micro-Exfoliating Roller for visibly advanced skin-firming benefits. Based on Rodan + Fields clinical studies these products when combined provides smoother, softer skin after just one use. With continued use it's been clinically proven to help skin appear firmer and make lines and wrinkles less noticeable for a more luminous and refined appearance.

Treat Problems 


For blemishes, don't "spot" treat. You need to address the entire acne cycle! Take control with the UNBLEMISH Regimen. It's clinically proven to combat the entire acne cycle.  It helps unclog pores, clears breakouts and calms your complexion to keep pimples, blackheads and post-acne marks from making an unwelcome appearance.



Super sensitive skin? Don't worry we I have SOOTHE Regimen. It shields against the biological and environmental aggressors and helps fortify your skin’s natural moisture barrier so that you can take comfort in having a healthy-looking complexion every day. 

As always for all your skincare needs pop by my Rodan + Fields website. Become a Preferred Customer today and receive 10% off and FREE Shipping. Products are available anywhere in North America.

If you have questions about Rodan + Fields regimens or are interested in the business opportunity send me a message from my site....Would love to connect....Sue

Skincare Tips as Cooler Weather Approaches

The weather will soon be cooling down as back-to-school activities start heating up. 

Match your skin concerns with  product recommendations by using my Skincare Assessment Tool.

Using the tool ensures you’re meeting all of your skin’s specific needs.

Use these tips to keep your skin healthy and glowing through the weather transition and all season long.



Need a lift for sagging skin?

REDEFINE AMP MD™  can help create firmer-looking skin in a matter of weeks. 

This non-invasive, micro-exfoliating skincare roller is clinically proven to safely and effectively improve the appearance of skin firmness. 

Simply roll the tool over clean, dry skin for no longer than a minute a night for three days a week before building up to daily use.



Want to visibly improve the look of crow’s feet? 

Start looking forward to younger-looking skin this fall with REDEFINE ACUTE CARE™ Skincare for Expression Lines.

In just four weeks, our breakthrough Liquid Cone Technology visibly reduces wrinkles, helping you achieve younger-looking skin, which is always in season.




Need to ban blemishes?

Reach for UNBLEMISH Regimen and use daily to address clogged pores, trapped oil, bacteria and inflammation associated with acne. 

Start now to help kids get a head start on healthy skin and to keep their skin clear and radiant during the busy months ahead.

As always for all your skincare needs pop by my Rodan + Fields website. Become a Preferred Customer today and receive 10% off and FREE Shipping. Products are available anywhere in North America.

If you have questions about Rodan + Fields regimens or are interested in the business opportunity send me a message from my site....Would love to connect....Sue

Can laughing cause wrinkles?

Are you the first one in the room to crack a big grin when you hear a funny joke? Some people claim that a good sense of humour runs in the family, but new research shows that how you laugh or smile may, in fact, depend on your genetics.

According to a June 2015 study by University of California, Berkeley, our emotional reactivity may be linked to the gene 5-HTTLPR in our DNA. The study suggests that people with short versions of the gene may be more sensitive and show greater genuine reactions to emotional situations. What’s the trick to measuring “real” smiles and laughter? In this case, scientists looked at the muscles around each subject’s eyes that produce “crow’s feet.” Apparently, these telltale eye wrinkles reveal our truest reactions to humor.

While breaking into a huge smile or busting out laughing is bound to make you feel good, you may notice over time that your eye wrinkles are adding up along with those big expressions—and some of the lines stick around even after the funny moment has passed.

So what’s the good news to smile about? When it comes to the aging face, preventing wrinkles is actually far easier, less painful and a lot cheaper than you might imagine. 

To minimize the appearance of crow’s feet, try Rodan + Fields REDEFINE ACUTE CARE Skincare for Expression Lines featuring line-defying peptides and hyaluronic acid. 

Apply three times a week before bed for four weeks to wake up with smoother, younger-looking skin.

Comment below and let me know whether you inherited your funny bone...or your crow’s feet!


As always for all your skincare needs pop by my Rodan + Fields website. Become a Preferred Customer today and receive 10% off and FREE Shipping. Products are available anywhere in North America.

If you have questions about Rodan + Fields regimens or are interested in the business opportunity send me a message from my site....Would love to connect....Sue

Aging gracefully: No appointment necessary

In the fast-paced, technologically advanced world we live in, everyone is looking for a quick fix, especially when it comes to aging skin. 

More and more people are opting to go under the knife to keep up their youthful appearances. 

According to the TIME magazine article titled “Nip. Tuck. Or Else,” doctors performed a staggering 15 million cosmetic surgeries in the United States in 2014—up 13 percent from 2011 and these numbers continue to rise.

Many of use have our own reasons for choosing  invasive cosmetic procedures. There is however, one driving factor...It’s just more socially acceptable to get work done now than it was a decade ago. 

Despite the popular trend, it’s really not always necessary to go to such extremes to look younger.  There are products and tools that can dramatically transform your skin without requiring you to set foot inside a doctor’s office, receive painful injection or dip into you savings. 

If you've like me and obsess over those pesky crow’s feet why not try REDEFINE ACUTE CARE for Expression Lines with line-defying peptides and hyaluronic acid and achieve younger-looking skin in just four weeks. Your results last for an additional 2 months! The results are like botox but without the painful injections or hefty cost!


Are your smile lines or forehead wrinkles making you frown? Add the AMP MD™ Micro-Exfoliating Roller to the REDEFINE Regimen for a smoother-looking complexion. This is one of my favourite regimens and the AMP Roller has been dubbed "The best spent minute" in skincare by beauty experts.


Whatever your motivation to improve your appearance, it’s never too late to discover a more youthful-looking you. Comment below to let me know your approach to aging gracefully.

As always for all your skincare needs pop by my Rodan + Fields website. Become a Preferred Customer today and receive 10% off and FREE Shipping. Products are available anywhere in North America.

If you have questions about Rodan + Fields regimens or are interested in the business opportunity send me a message from my site....Would love to connect....Sue

Prevent Wrinkles From Forming

Both wrinkles and lines are the results of many factors, including sun damage, the passage of time, bad habits like smoking and repetitive facial expressions, even things like sleeping on your face can play a role.  

When elastin, collagen and fat - some of the components that give our skin its structure - break down, wrinkles form and the skin begins to sag. Of course, the best wrinkle is the one you never get. 

The regimen I recommend the most to fight the signs of aging is Rodan + Fields REDEFINE Power Pack.

The REDEFINE regimen is clinically  proven to improve the appearance of lines, wrinkles and loss of firmness faster when used together, with the Rodan + Fieldsthe MACRO Exfoliator™ and AMP MD™. You will soon discover this combo delivers real, visible results.

Rodan + Fields REDEFINE Power Pack

This Power Pack lasts for 60 days and features:

• Daily Cleansing Mask
• Pore Minimizing Toner
• Triple Defense Treatment SPF 30 (AM cream)
• Overnight Restorative Cream (PM cream)
• Rechargeable MACRO Exfoliator
• MACRO Exfoliator Cooling Gels
• MARO Exfoliator charging Base, AC Adaptor, User Guide, Quick Start Guide, Tip Cleaning Brush, Spare Exfoliation Filter, Spare Filter Pads and Filter Pad Tweezers
• AMP MD Micro-Exfoliating Roller
• Night Renewing Serum
• Cleansing Vial and Purification Tablets

As always for all your skincare needs pop by my Rodan + Fields website. If you have questions about regimens or are interested in the business opportunity send me a message from my site....Would love to connect....Sue

Exfoliation is the key to great skin!

OOOH LA LA.

Look what was featured on The Doctors TV show today. Rodan + Fields MACRO Exfoliator. 

Check out what The Doctors have to say. You can order from me anywhere in Canada and the US at www.suemiller.myrandf.com/ca

Antiage Skincare Tips - Exfoliation is the Key To Smooth Skin

Our skin is constantly renewing itself, growing new skin cells to replace the surface skin cells that grow old, die, and fall off. Every minute of every day, between 30,000 and 40,000 dead skin cells flake away.

Factors like age and dry skin can mean that dead skin cells don’t fall away as easily as they should. 

When these cells build up, they can make our complexion look rough and pasty and can also contribute to the clogged pores that lead to adult acne. 

The regular yet careful use of a clinically proven skin exfoliant can help slough off dead skin cells and uncover fresh, more youthful skin.

Here are my two favorite skincare regimens which include a daily exoliation.

REVERSE Regimen

Exposure to the sun and the environment can leave you with less-than-youthful skin. Erase the appearance of premature aging, including brown spots, dullness and discoloration with REVERSE. 

REVERSE Regimen exfoliates, visibly brightens, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and defends against sun exposure for a long-term solution for a radiant complexion.

Retail $206.00 CAD - Available for sale in Canada Feb 02 2015. Preferred customers get a 10% discount.

The REVERSE Regimen features four full-size products: 

• Deep Exfoliating Wash 
• Intensive Brightening Toner 
• Dual Active Brightening Complex, and 
• Broad Spectrum SPF 50+ Sunscreen

REDEFINE Regimen

We are all aging all the time, but what that looks like is up to you. Decide today how you are going to look tomorrow with our REDEFINE Regimen.

REDEFINE is a comprehensive skincare regimen that layers cosmetic ingredients and proven peptide technology to help defend against and reduce the visible signs of aging for noticeably firmer, smoother, flawless-looking skin.

Retail Sale 222.00 - Available for sale in Canada Feb 02 2015. Preferred Customers get a 10% discount.

The REDEFINE Regimen features four full-size products: 

• Daily Cleansing Mask 
• Pore Minimizing Toner 
• Triple Defense Treatment SPF 30, and 
• Overnight Restorative Cream.

These products are available to order online through me on February 02 2015. For information check out my pre-launch site: https://www.rodanandfields.com/ca/s#Q0EuMTI0 or stop by my facebook page for updates: https://www.facebook.com/healthyskincanada

Sue's Antiage Skincare

4 things you might not know about sun protection

When it comes to sunscreen, it's not about the SPF, it's all about how often you apply it.

While enjoying the outdoors is a must, so is protecting your skin from the sun’s harmful rays all year round.

Most of us think if we slather on the sunscreen – the higher the SPF the better – that we are adequately protected from harmful UVA and UVB rays. But really, that’s only half true.

1. Higher isn't necessarily better

For babies and small children, it’s especially important to apply sunscreen on them. The brands that are geared towards kids are usually SPF 60 or higher. But while that number is high, it’s not necessarily better than an SPF 30, especially if you are only applying the SPF 60 once.

The important thing about wearing sunscreen is the frequency with which you apply it. While SPF 15 is the lowest you should use, it, and any other SPF number sunscreen you use, should be applied at least each hour you are outdoors.


2. Shade only does so much

Umbrellas and shade may offer protection from the sun’s heat, but they do not protect you from UV rays. Sun damage can easily occur in the shade where the SPF protection is only five to seven. If you are at the beach or near water, UV rays can bounce off sand and water and reach you under your umbrella, which makes reapplying your sunscreen even when under any type of shade even more important.

3. Waterproof protection
While there are sunscreens that claim to be waterproof, there is actually no such thing. Between sweating and swimming, these sunscreens only last a maximum of 80 minutes safely, 40 if you are swimming. Despite the “all-day” or waterproof label, you still need to reapply sunscreen every one to two hours.




4. Medications and the sun

If you are on birth-control, antihistamines or other medications, you could be more sensitive to the sun, making you a prime target for sunburn, despite applying sunscreen. Ask your doctor about any medications you are taking to find out if any of them are making you sun sensitive.

The next time you step outside, remember that applying and re-applying sunscreen is your best line of defence against UV rays, no matter the season!

Harvard Business School Says Rodan + Fields is a Once in a Lifetime Opportunity

In January 2012, Rodan + Fields Chairman and President were invited to the Harvard Business School to be participate in a case study focusing on Rodan + Fields Dermatologists, and their direct selling model.

I first heard of Rodan + Fields about 3 years ago when I was visiting family in Boston. I had never heard of Dr. Katie Rodan or Dr. Kathy Fields. At the time I had no idea that they were the doctor's who created the hugely successful acne regimen Proactiv, or the Dr.'s who created the Rodan + Fields skincare line I had just fallen in love with. 

I knew that Rodan + Fields skincare was going to be a regular part of my skincare regimen, but had no idea that soon it would become my business as well. Confession time: I have always been very skeptical about direct selling. I simply assumed it was a scam, and people would get suckered into a business where they were promised they would make millions and end up losing money. So I decided to look into the company's business model and do some research on my own.

During my research I discovered Rodan + Fields is far from a scam and truly is a legitimate business. I came across the Harvard Business Review Case study which profiled Rodan + Field dermatologists and their direct selling model. After reading the business case, I knew I needed to take the leap of faith and try something new with Rodan + Fields or I would regret it for the rest of my life.

Before I get into the results on the case study, let me give you a little history on Rodan + Fields.

Rodan + Fields originally started selling their skincare regimens in high end department stores, like Nordstrom and Bloomingdales between 2002 and 2007. 

Rodan + Fields was actually ranked #1 at Nordstrom when the Doctor's decided to break free from the department stores and enter into direct sales.

Here are the results from the information found in the Harvard Business School and Network Marketing report:

In order for a company to be successful in the Direct Selling Market, it needs to be a "ground floor" opportunity.

• Harvard Business School suggests that in order for the opportunity to qualify as "ground floor" the number of existing active distributors should be less than ½ of 1% of the population (300 million in the united states) in the country where this network marketing company exists.

• In the United States this figure is equal to 1.5 million people

• Harvard Business School also stated that if there were less than 500,000 people involved, you would be on the cutting edge of a great opportunity.

• If the company has less than 100,000 distributors, Harvard Business School considers it to be a once in a lifetime opportunity.

• Rodan + Fields currently only has 15,000 distributors in the US

What does this mean for the Canadian Market?

 Rodan + Fields is expanding into Canada in fall 2014.

Based on the Harvard Business School’s report becoming one of the first Independent consultant in Canada is truly a “Once in a lifetime opportunity!”

Based on the reports finding:

• In order for the opportunity to qualify as "ground floor" the number of existing active distributors should be less than ½ of 1% of the population. 

• The current Canadian Population is approximately 35 million. Based on this figure that would mean if Canada had 175 000 consultants Rodan + Fields would be considered “Ground Floor 

• Harvard Business School also stated that if there were less than 500,000 people involved, it would be on the cutting edge of a great opportunity.

• As stated above based on numbers if Rodan + Fields had even 175 000 consultants in Canada it would be considered “Ground Breaking”. 

• If the company has less than 100,000 distributors, Harvard Business School considers it to be a once in a lifetime opportunity. 

• Rodan + Fields are launching into Canada in January 2014 – which means there are currently NO Canadian distributors at this time. 

That means this truly is a once in a lifetime opportunity for the Canadian market!!! 

Ask yourself this question...if you had a chance to go back in time and buy stock in Proactiv before it became a multi-billion dollar brand...would you?

If your answer is "yes" let's connect so you too can partner with the same doctors who are NOW doing for the anti-age market what they did for the acne market!

Check out my pre-launch site for details: https://www.rodanandfields.com/ca/s#Q0EuMTI0

Let's connect if you want to change your future by helping other improve their skin and change your financial future!

Stop Adding "Just A" in Front of Stay-At-Home Mom

One of my biggest pet peeves is when I hear my friends who are stay at home moms say they are "Just a stay at home mom." Why do some stay at home mom's (or dad's) say "Just a…" in front??

This has bothered my for quite sometime. I am a mom of a wonderful 11 year old boy who is my world. If I could afford to stay at home with him I would have chosen to do so, however, given my sitation at the time as a single mom, it wasn't in the cards for me. So I reluctantly ventured back into the corporate world after my year long Maternity leave. (we get one year meternity leave in Canada!)

Several of my friends opted to stay at home with their children for various reasons such as daycare was too expensive, they couldn't bare to have someone else look after their kids, they had no desire to go back to the corporate world and wanted to focus on raising their kids…and so on. Whatever their reasoning it was a choice they happily made and felt it was the best thing for their family. Not one of my friends who is a stay at home mom has regretted leaving the corporate world to focus on their family…and I find such beauty in that!

My girlfriends and I recently got together for a girls night dinner and I asked the question "Why do you say "just a" in front of stay at home mom?" Here were some of their responses:

• Corporate Mom's feel value from what they do - they get paid to do a job and get recongnised by peers for their work.
• Corporate Moms don't have to ask their spouses for money or have an allowance. You can go an buy something for yourself without checking with your spouse first. You have your own money..or atleast feel like it's your won little nest.
• Corporate Moms get to talk about business rather than poop, snacks, laundry, doctor appointments, and naps
• Corporate Moms have something other than their kids and spouse to focus on - their whole world isn't about everyone else. It would be nice to have something of my own that I have accomplished that isn't about the family.

Needless to say, some of these reasons truly broke my heart. (You may not feel this way. These are only the perspectives of a few of my stay-at-home mom friends - not all stay-at-home moms feel this way). It was the last point that really stuck with me though.

What my friends don't know is that I long to be a stay at home mom. Your entire family depends on you to ensure the house functions properly and without you..let's be honest, the entire system would fail. So in my eyes…Stay at home moms, are really the CEO of the family and are in charge of ensuring everything runs smoothly. So when I say, Stay at home moms have the most important job…I truly mean that!

But none the less their feelings are valid to them. My son is now 11, and I feel like I have missed out on so much. Yes, I love my job, but it's not more important that being there for my son in the moments that really count. And being a stay at home mom allows for that…but how can I do this?

For the past year I have been scowering the internet for jobs where I could work from home…let me tell you, there are a ton of scams, or false advertising. so if you are doing the same, do your due diligence, and anything that promises you XX amount of dollars a week is likely not real.

I have settled on Rodan + Fields - an antiage skincare line that is made by the same doctors who created Proactiv, so I know it's a reputible company. Fortunately I will be one of the first in Canada to represent this skincare line, so that's a huge advantage in being one of the first.

I have invited a few of my Stay-at-home moms to join my team…we now have 5 moms who have joined. Together I know we will be sucessful in growing out business by only workin a few hours a week, while still being able to focus on what we do best being Moms! All 5 moms have said they can't wait to have something of their own that they accomplished that isn't just about the family….but will benefit the family too.

If this post resignated with you, and you have similar feeling as my friends let's connect and help you to create something of your own, that will help benefit you family! To be successful you truly only need 5- 10 hours a week, and you can do most of it over the internet.

To all the stay at home moms…you are much more than "Just a"…much, much more. Keep up the great work, you are doing an awesome job and your family is luckt to have you leading the way!

Sue

The REDEFINE Skincare Line is Expanding!

As of right now, we don't know much a about this ground-breaking product from Rodan + Fields, but here is what we do know:

• It's proprietary
• It's patented
• Plastic surgeons across North America are dying to get their hands on it, and
• No other company sells anything like it

Only a few more days before this revolutionary new anti-age skincare product is revealed to the world.

You will only be able to get this product from a Rodan + Fields Consultant...luckily I will be one of the first consultants in Canada in just a few short weeks.

Dr. Katie Rodan and Dr. Kathy Field have already cornered the acne market with Proactiv....Can you imagine what is going to happen when they launch their anti-age skincare line in Canada in just a few short weeks??

Want a piece of this billion dollar industry? Check out my pre-launch site for information on products, the Doctor's and the business opportunity. 

Sue Miller's Rodan + Fields pre-launch site

Let's connect to give you more information!

Over 1,350 attendees at Rodan + Fields Canada pre-enrollment kickoff events

I was so fortunate to be able to attend one of the pre-launch kick-off meetings in Toronto a few weeks ago, and let me start by saying "AWESOME!".

Over 1,500 Canadian pre-enrollees have signed up on the Rodan + Fields Canadian pre-enrollment site!! https://www.rodanandfields.com/ca/s#Q0EuMTI0

As a pre-enrollee I am so excited that I have taken the first step toward becoming one of the first Canadian Consultants when R+F officially launches in Canada in just a few short weeks. 

Rodan + Fields is even catching the eyes of Canada’s ELLE Magazine. The REDEFINE AMP MD™ roller and REVERSE Dual Active Brightening Complex were mentioned in the September 2014 issue’s “High Marks” section as “skincare breakthroughs” coming our way soon. I can't wait untl I can share these products with my Canadian friends and family.

To check out the Canadian product line & visit my website for information on the capmany, the Doctor's, and the amazing business opportunity in becoming one of the first to represent these products made by the creators of Proactiv: https://www.rodanandfields.com/ca/s#Q0EuMTI0

We are all anxiously awaiting the announcement of the official Canada launch date - we have been told it's just a few short weeks away aiming for a fall 2014 launch.  

Until then, the pre-enrollment period will continue along with more pre-launch events in September- St. John’s, NL, Halifax, NS, Ottawa, ON and Edmonton, AB.

Want details? Send me a personal message and let's connect.

How The Sun Sees you!

Have you ever wondered how the sun see's you? This is an awesome video that shows you the importance of sunscreen!

Your skin likely already has sun damage and you don't even know it. Rodan + Fields REVERSE Regimen can help reverse the sign of aging.

Exposure to the sun and the environment can leave you with less-than-youthful skin. Erase the appearance of premature aging, including brown spots, dullness and discoloration with REVERSE. 

This regimen exfoliates, visibly brightens, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and defends against sun exposure for a long-term solution for a radiant complexion. (Available in Canada Fall 2014).

Sun-kissed Look Without The Sun's Hook

 

As women we often think that the way our skin ages is because of out genes. But it's not our genes that determine our skins future but our habits!

DNA actually only accounts for 20% of visible skin aging. It's our environment and daily habits that are responsible for 80% of the visible signs of aging with the sun being the largest contributor.

I love to have that sun-kissed look in the summer. I have a pool and looooove to read by my pool. But knowing the sun is likely the worst thing for my skin, I take extra precautions in protecting my skin...but have discovered a secret to getting a glowing tan - without the harmful rays!!! I reguarly use all Rodan + Fields products. With these products I have come up with the perfect combination for getting a great tan, without exposing myself to the damaging effects of the sun!

Here are the steps I take:

Step 1: ESSENTIALS Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Body Sunscreen

I love this sunscreen. Before I head out with my latest "girlie" book to lounge by my pool I slather my entire body with Rodan + Fields ESSENTIALS Broad Spectrum SPF 30 Body Sunscreen.  I love it because it is lightweight, non-sticky and non-greasy. It also contains dimethicone to protect my skin’s moisture barrier, has antioxidant vitamins C and E to absorb damaging free radicals and anti-inflammatory ingredients to protect skin from environmental stress. It is by far my favorite sunscreen I have ever used.

I always re-apply after I take a dip in the pool. It is water resistant...but isn't water proof. Always remember to re-apply your sunscreen regularly throughout the day and especially after you've been in the water.

Step 2: ENHANCEMENTS Body Micro-Dermabrasion

When I am ready to retire from my day by the pool, I take a nice long shower and use Rodan + Fields ENHANCEMENTS Body Micro-Dermabrasion to exfoliate my

body.  This helps remove dead skin leaving your skin feeling soft and refreshed!

Step 3: ESSENTIALS Daily Moisturizer 
Next, I use Rodan + Fields ESSENTIALS Daily Moisturizer on my knees, elbows, toes, toenails, heels and ankles...This prevents the ESSENTIALS Foaming Sunless Tanner we'll talk about in Step 4 from concentrating in those areas where the skin is thickest.

Step 4:  ESSENTIALS Foaming Sunless Tan

 The last step is ESSENTIALS Foaming Sunless Tan. This is by far the best sunless tanner I have ever used! It's a  lightweight, oil-free, mess-free and applies easily and dries quickly. It produces and even, natural-looking color all over.

Here are a few quick tips when using the foamless tanner:

have your legs, 

• Shave you legs before applying...shaving after only reduces the life of your sun-kissed look
• Use rubber gloves or wash your hands immediately after applying ESSENTIALS Foaming Sunless Tan to avoid getting orange palms. 
• If you do make a mistake, acetone or nail polish remover can be used to remove any unintended color. 
• Allow it to "dry to the touch" before getting dressed. 15 - 20 minutes before getting dressed is ideal.
• Avoid wearing tight fitting clothing over your Sunless Tan for 3-4 hours after application to allow the colour to develop evenly. 
• Use the tanner before bed. The colour develops as the proteins in your body respond to the color-inducing ingredients. This response creates that notorious smell that is often associated with self-tanning products. So it’s a good idea to apply at bed time, wear loose fitting pajamas and then shower in the morning.

Rodan + Fields products will be available in Canada in Fall 2014.

Product Spotlight: SOOTHE

Rodan + Fields products are available in Canada in Fall 2014

There are many reasons why our skin becomes more sensitive overtime. A small percentage of us have underlying skin conditions such as rosacea, eczema, or psoriasis, while a larger percentage are likely to have a genetic pre-disposition making them more susceptible to the impact of the environment, including stress, climate change, travel, sun exposure, cosmetic overuse, and mechanical irritation (friction or rubbing). 

For some of you, skin sensitivity may produce dry, red, itchy patches, while in others it may cause sensory symptoms such as burning, stinging, tenderness, and itching without any visible changes. So the question remains...Where do you turn when your skin can't take it anymore? 

Calm your skin with Rodan + FIelds clinically proven SOOTHE regimen. This regimen is clinically proven to reduce redness and irritation in as little as 5 minutes.

It helps shield you skin against the biological and environmental aggressors that can trigger inflammation, helps fortify your skin’s natural moisture barrier, calms visible redness, and reduces irritation so that you can take comfort in having a healthy-looking complexion every day. 

The SOOTHE Regimen includes a gentle Cream Wash, a sensitive skin treatment, a moisture replenishing cream, and a mineral sunscreen.

The SOOTHE regimen can also help with other skin irritations. Check these out:

• SOOTHE Gentle Cream Wash doubles as a calming shaving lotion to help reduce razor burn and irritation. 

• If you suffer from razor burn, use SOOTHE Sensitive Skin Treatment as an after-shave balm. This will calm the red bumps and itchiness that can follow shaving for both men and women. 

• If you forgot to reapply your sunscreen and find yourself with a sunburn (shame on you), SOOTHE Sensitive Skin Treatment will help reduce the inflammation 

STay tuned for more product spotlights on Rodan + Fields skincare products as we approach the launch in Canada Fall of 2014. Message me for me details about the launch.

Think wrinkles are the first sign of aging? Think again!

Most of us believe that the first signs of aging skin is those pesky crows feet. But the reality is that it's not wrinkles that at the first signs of again...it’s dull skin.

Without even noticing, many of us start to put on more and more makeup, blush and foundation each morning to try to regain the appearance of brighter, more rested skin.

The reality is, the real answer to brightening your dull skin isn't found at the makeup counter (although it really is my favorite place to hang out besides the shoe store). No amount of foundation or blush can “make up” for dull skin.

Healthy-looking skin starts with exfoliation. Regular exfoliation is one of the best ways to combat your dull skin, refresh your appearance, even your skin tone and restore that glowing complexion. 

Rodan + Fields Products will be available in Canada Fall 2014

Exposure to the sun and the environment can leave you with less-than-youthful skin. Erase the appearance of premature aging, including brown spots, dullness and discoloration with Rodan and Fields REVERSE Regimen. It truly is one of my favorute skincare products in the world and I cannot wait for it to finally come to Canada in the fall of 2014.

The REVERSE exfoliates, visibly brightens, reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and defends against sun exposure for a long-term solution for a radiant dull-free complexion.

So skip the makeup counter and start fresh with the skin-refreshing power of exfoliation using the REVERSE regimen from Rodan and Fields! (Available in Canada Fall of 2014).

If you are Canadian and want more information send me a message at healthyskincanada.rodanfields@gmail.com.