I am a person who loves finding new things in life - I love to explore delicacies of food & culture. I enjoy being around like-minded people especially those who make me laugh!
Today is going to be an exciting day as it will be day 1 of a 90 day challenge program I have set myself up for! With the help from Nu Skin I am starting the TR90 worlds first genetic weight management program!
Now, you might look at me and judge me thinking why am I going on it? I get that A LOT which is why the next 90 days is going to be so exciting for me and for my viewers! There will be a diary of the 90 day journey so watch this space!!
TR90 was only available for a limited time offer for a few days but due to it's high demand world wide, 20,000 kits were sold in 90 minutes across Europe! Not only that, in Greater China 20,000 kits were sold in 1 day, Korea sold theirs in 4 hours and in America it sold out in 30 minutes!
WOW!!!
With the advanced genetic science to prove this weight management program, it has become the worlds first genetic launch of a new era! Nu Skin shares had gone up dramatically in such a short time! and more and more people have become more health conscious , which is fantastic!!
I was super excited to receive my TR90 as I was VERY lucky to have been able to buy it! It was available from 8am on the 7th October 2013.... facebook went crazy as people were uploading photos and statuses! LOL!
So why did I buy it? Well, I really really wanted to do something about my internal and external sources of weight management which is what the TR90 is specifically for. It gives you your adequate supplements, and stops you from yo-yo dieting which is what I have been doing all my life - it ain't good for my body in the long term!
Dieting actually makes you fat - sounds so wrong but it damages your body engine which helps you to lose the 'weight' but did you know that muscles are heavier than fat? so if you're losing the fat but building the muscles, you are bound to weigh more. It's all about looking and feeling, not the scales.
The kit includes:
TR90 JS Your 2-week boost to get you primed and ready for lasting success.
TR90 COMPLEX F Rev up your body’s system! Ingredients such as green tea extract will help you to enhance your metabolism.
TR90 COMPLEX C Is your mind ready to feel the transformation? Complex C will help strengthen your willpower while you are on your journey!
TR90 M-BARS An easy and delicious solution that removes the
guesswork − giving you the protein you need to contribute to a growth
and maintenance in muscle mass.
TR90 Programme Guide This essential guide is complementary to the TR90 supplements. It includes an eating plan, exercises and a 90-day diary.
Finding the right product for your skin is just as important as knowing how much SPF we need to cover our skin before it becomes damaged. Not many people care and not so many understand about the products they are using. I like to read and understand the ingredients of every product that goes on my skin, especially when it comes to sun protection on my face.
Now that it is summer time, I always use a higher sun factor. All year round I use at least SPF 15, summer time I have SPF 35 minimum. I try not to sit out in the sun for too long as I can burn easily and have tan marks all over my body (which can last for quite a few months), and also my dark spots can grow bigger.
Our tissue cells can become cancerous and before you see the signs, it is too late to cure. That is what I am afraid of - knowing I cannot turn back time to un-do my mistakes therefore I use at least SPF 15 on my face/skin every single day, even in the winter time when it is dark. There are harmful UVA and UVB rays that damage our skin and they are invisible. UVA rays go deep into the dermis, and the UVB rays hit the surface of the dermis! When we use SPF , the rays reflect from it and protect the epidermis (the surface of the skin).
It certainly is very difficult to find a higher SPF 20 for the face in the market! You cannot just use your regular sun tan lotion for your face purely because your face needs more TLC as it is damaged every single day that you are living, yes, even when you cannot see the sun. The harmful UVA and UVB rays are constantly circulating around us, we don't see them but our skin feels the pain.
By using SPF 35, it means it protects your skin 35 times more than your usual time before you get burnt. For instance, it takes about 10 minutes for my skin to become burnt without SPF, so if I use SPF 35, it would make me last in the sun for 350 minutes (almost 6 hours) before I burn and complain lolz.
I use SPF 15 on my face in the winter and cover up the rest of my body, even though I am indoors most of the time, I am protecting my skin from the harmful UVA and UVB rays up to 15 times before it causes my skin any problems. Just because you cannot see the damage straight away, it doesn't mean there are no problems, later on you will see the effects, whether it is freckles, dark spots or redness to the skin.
People with light eyes or hair, who sunburn easily or do not tan have an increased risk of skin cancer and also malignant melanoma is almost twice as common in young women (up to age 34) as in young men, but more men die from it. (cancerresearch.co.uk). I have always believed that protection is better than cure, it only takes a minute to apply the sun factor on.
When we go abroad on holiday or on a long weekend break, we apply sun lotion, so why not when you are back home? What difference does it make?
For some people, cost is always the main issue but in actual fact, it costs more for health care and the inconvenience of pain. There is a choice of long term damage VS costs, I would rather chose paying that little bit more to prevent worsening health.
For some people, they have allergies to SPF products, that can be discussed with your dermatologist of experts of products. There are always product email address and websites to give you information about their products.
When it comes to lotion for my face or body, I look for these main things:
cost
ingredients
benefits
SPF
consistency
scent
I discovered Nu Skin and their products this year when I found the Galvanic Spa Machine and understanding what it did to my skin. I was very suprised to see there was an SPF 35 lotion for the face as well as the body and I bought it straight away!
I was super excited to try the product on myself as I had read a few testimonials on how great the product was and the active ingredients.
open lid at the bottom of the tube makes sure you get all your product out
For £19, there is 100ml/3.4fl. oz of the product in the tube. The product stays upright which means when it comes to the end of using up the cream, gravity lets the product come out of the tube downwards. I love it when products come out at the bottom of the bottom rather than the top, it's such a hassle to use up all of the products! We all fight to use up everything - don't deny it! lolz!
The flip top cap is very easy to open and usually by now the caps snap off but I have used this over 10 times and had no problems with it!
Pro's:
suitable for face and body - it hasn't irritated my face at all and I have very sensitive skin.
bottle is stood upright
only need a little bit for the face and neck - a little goes a long way!
water resistant and allows up to 80 minutes of uninterrupted water play before you should apply
packaging does not melt in the sun - I have before had the tubes melt due to the heat which isn't good for the products as it can be cancerous
does not stain clothes
suitable for children over 6 months old so it can be used for the whole family
does not make the skin oily even out in the sun
Con's:
Just available in 1 size only
the highest SPF available is just the 35
there is a slight refreshing scent to this product but it wears off once it is soaked into the skin
I apply this as a base after my skin care regime in the morning, then my make up over. It hasn't caused my skin to become dry or oily, which is an important factor as it can make the skin look too unhealthy and cause break outs as well as the make up to smudge. I also use my moisture mist spray over my face to set my make up.
There are active ingredients which make this product unique:
Mentha piperita(peppermint leaf extract) - a skin-soothing extract that helps reduce skin sensitivity and promotes a feeling of well-being.
Green tea extracts(Tēgreen97®) - a proprietary extract of green tea catechins, which are powerful antioxidants that scavenge cell-damaging free radicals.
SeaLastin -helps protect the skin’s support structures, promoting healthy collagen and elastin levels for skin suppleness.
Heat shock proteins -a unique technology that enhances the skin’s ability to protect against heat and UV stress, ensuring optimum cellular health.
I use this as my 3rd step to my face regime in the morning (tone, cleanse then moisturise)
I use a small amount to cover my face then massage it gently into my neck in an upwards and outwards motion, this lets gravity make my face become more uplifted. As we grow old, we grow south!!
From the first use of this lotion, I have found that the product has been thick to start with, then it is absorbed into the skin easily and not caused it to become oily. It soaks in within 1-2 minutes and with it's unique cooling effect from the peppermint extract, it gives me the confidence that my skin is going to be protected for at least 5 hours in the sun!
Even though in the UK we don't get much sun, I ensure I use a higher SPF on a sunny day to save myself from re-applying the lotion. I try not to sit out in the sun for too long as I burn, my skin becomes red and then tan.
If I was to sunbathe properly then I would reapply every 60-80 minutes to maximise the coverage and still tan at the same time.
After about 35 circular motions of massaging the product onto my hands, it sets and looks like this in less than 30 seconds
I have experienced SPF lotions stains the clothes, especially when I am on holiday and my white clothes have streaks in and cannot wash out unless it is bleached! I am pretty sure a lot of you guys have experienced that too which is a complete waste of money on the garments! You go on holiday, go home with a tan but ruined garments!
I have not experienced any complains from my clothes so far, even when I have applied this to my arms, shoulders, neck and feet. It was such a suprise for me which made me enjoy using it even more!!
I work mainly indoors but when I am outdoors especially when I have a day of photoshooting, I always apply this to my face and body to ensure my skin is fully protected from the harmful rays. I hardly re-apply unless I am in the direct sun for longer than half hour, it's so handy to carry in my bag as the tube is not that heavy.
If you are looking for an SPF lotion which has major benefits for you and your family then check it out on www.nuskin.com , they ship world wide!
XOX
** I am a distributor for Nu Skin, this product was purchased with my own money and I have given my most honest opinion, I have not been contacted by the company to give this review in any way. **
Night creams are a must-have in my skin care regime! Why? Simply because it is like food for my skin whilst I sleep.
I recently wrote a post on 'What is night cream?' and the main benefits of using a night cream in your skin care regime, click here to see .
Applying night cream before I sleep is like brushing my teeth before bed. It's a must-do and if I don't, I can see the difference. My skin is nourished and recharged when I do apply night cream before bed, especially if it is a good night cream!!
It's very important for me to have manageable skin when it comes to my daily life as I am constantly meeting people, and doing my modelling work therefore presentation is an important factor to me.
I have used tonnes of night creams, various brands with various promises and textures of the product but how do I know which one is the best for me? Well, if it doesn't make my skin feel tight, not too heavily scented, not too oily for my normal/dry skin, one that doesn't contain alcohol then I have more confidence in using it!
I discovered this Nu Skin night cream early on this year when I started using the Galvanic Spa back in March-April. It is from the ageLOC range which is very cleverly created by the top scientists, the entire range has been my ultimate number 1 favourite range of skin care I have ever used. I love the benefits of each product, without harming my skin, I can see why it is so exclusive, even Gemma Shephard (celebrity stylist) and Emma Forbes have saluted to it as it is their favourite skin care range.
I have been very fortunate to meet Gemma Shephard in London at an exclusive Nu Skin conference, where she talked about why she saluted to Nu Skin and the fact that she loves the ageLOC range. I felt very exclusive to have the ageLOC range in my life.
I love how this rich-formula blends into my skin smoothly and leaving no trace of grease or tightness to my skin. I am very weary of how my skin feels without half an hour of application, usually this is the amount of time I have to decide about the cream. This also gives enough time for the product to set into my skin.
I always apply my night cream at least half hour before I go to sleep. This is so my skin is fully hydrated and rejuvenated, making sure that it is doing it's job right otherwise why else would I purchase it in the first place?
Each jar contains 30ml (1fl. oz.) of product.
This product is aimed at those who are wanting to prevent wrinkles and fine lines, male and female.
I apply a thin layer of this Transforming Night Cream to my index finger (photo shows how much to use) and dot it around my face, avoiding the eye area. I then use both hands to gently massage it into my face and neck in an upward and outward motion. This lets gravity help my skin to be uplifted and the lotion sinks into the skin within 30 seconds.
Mine has lasted me for at least 3 months as a little definitely goes a long way! People seem to think that by applying a thick layer means the product would work better when you sleep? no it doesn't! Too much can do the opposite so don't be tricked into using too much product!
It's about quality not quantity, you seriously don't need to apply a huge amount of product onto your skin/face to ensure its promises are correct. You are doing more damage to your skin that letting the products benefit you in the way it promises.
Just a small amount can make the difference to how your skin/face is. When we get small samples at counters, you don't get much do you? no! and this is because a-little-goes-a-long-way, as well as it could end up being wasted. Every ones skin acts differently in differently environments, times, climates, diets, etc. Therefore it's a matter of trial and error and understanding how the skin works in different climates, seasons and changes.
I like the way the expiry date is printed on the back of this jar!
For me, I have different skin care regimes when the weather goes from one extreme to another. For instance, when it's warmer, spring-summer I have oily skin but can be dry in the evening time, so I use less of a toner and a more rich moisturiser for day and night, my SPF is a 35+ to protect my face from having dark spots. Also a mud mask once a week and a face mask in between, also use my face Galvanic 1-2 times per week to deeply detox my skin and not having as much black heads on my nose.
During the colder seasons in autumn-winter, I use vitamin C based products, SPF 15 day cream, face lightening products to lighten my dark spots which have grown since the summer. I use my face Galvanic 3 times a week to fully detox the skin and prepare for spring-summer for a much healthier glow.
I first tried the ageLOC range since I discovered the face Galvanic in January 2013. I researched about it and watched a lot of youtube videos, read testimonials and could see a huge difference in people's skin. I decided to use it and loved the results.
I then went on to research the ageLOC range and was very intrigued by the ingredients as well as the benefits. I then purchased the Transforming Night Cream. During my first use, I was very much in love with the rich formula, it doesn't just sit on the surface of the skin but it absorbs so smoothly and doesn't tighten my face or make it feel oily at all. To me, that is very important as I trust the product to do me wonders whilst I sleep and want to wake up to good skin! Who doesn't? I also tried some at the back of one hand to see the difference and I liked how smooth it felt, and the texture of my skin was different to the other. The one with the cream looked more radiant and moisturised, the next morning it looked more youthful and I knew this cream was my holy grail!
I love how this cream does not block my pores, I notice a huge difference in the colour and size of my pores when I wake up. Applying pore minimising serum doesn't always help it, I have to wait for it to dry and other products to unblock them and deeply cleanse them out, can't be that good for my skin. Luckily my face Galvanic Spa deeply cleanses them!
• Features mild ingredients that mimic the skin’s own structure and
composition, reducing sensitivity and delivering superior benefits
without disturbing the skin’s natural moisture properties. • Works
together with the skin’s natural night-time repair and renewal
processes, strengthening skin’s natural barrier for stronger, more
resilient skin.
I can confirm that this has definitely done the right things for my skin. Being able to have good results makes me trust the brand so much more, which is why I have purchased ageLOC® Elements & Future Serum as I loved reading the research behind each product and understand their key ingredients.
Not only this but also:
Contains advanced anti-ageing ingredients that are
scientifically proven to:
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Stimulate youthful cell turnover by 85% for a smoother,
softer texture you will feel.
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Reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by
45% for visibly younger looking skin.
Pro's:
light scent of refreshing lemon-like cools my dehydrated skin. The scent isn't long lasting on the skin therefore it won't linger on your pillows.
the rich formula sinks into the skin and provides a moisturised face without the excess oils or tightness
a little goes a long way, this pot of 30ml cream has lasted me 3 months now, and there is at least another 3 weeks of daily use left.
In reality I am spending £15 minimal a month for a night cream which really works! This is a long term investment and very important to me.
Professionally presented in a thick glass jar, presented in black and white packaging
This exclusive cream features ageLOC® to combat the ultimate sources of ageing. - stated by Nu Skin themselves, ageLOC range works on our ageing DNA which help to prevent signs of ageing that we don't see.
Can buy this product in 54 countries therefore it is accessible if you live i various countries or visiting other countries.
neatly presented in it's own box, or if you buy the ageLOC Elements kit, it comes in a presentation box.
sinks into my dry/normal skin and hydrates it without any redness or rash like I have experienced in the past
skin is smoother after it is dried in my skin - this is very important to me as I don't like the feeling of sticky products sitting on the surface of my skin! Who does?
Con's:
jar is quite heavy but overall, the material used for the presentation is high-end
does contain a scent (fragrance in the ingredients list)
So far, this is my ultimate favourite night cream I have ever tried and I have highly recommended this to everyone who has the same skin combination as me, male or female. I love the fact that I have an excellent product on my skin and knowing it is working on my ageing DNA, I have never come across any product out there which has the scientific facts behind their products. I want to prevent myself from having wrinkles now before it gets too late!
XOX
** I am a distributor for Nu Skin, this product was purchased with my
own money and I have given my most honest opinion, I have not been
contacted by the company to give this review in any way. **
With the advanced genetic science to prove this weight management program, it has become the worlds first genetic launch of a new era! Nu Skin shares had gone up dramatically in such a short time! and more and more people have become more health conscious , which is fantastic!!
