Friday, January 29, 2010

You should be able to eat what goes on your face. . .well almost ;)

So here's the deal gals. . .After joining as a mark. rep a few weeks back, I decided I should familiarize myself with the products I hadn't yet tried (in other words, an excuse to shop--as if needed one!).
I must admit that although I knew the lip glosses, lipsticks & eye shadows would be no problem--as a result of the fabulous and on-trend color palettes--I was a bit skeptical in terms of the skincare line. You see, this gal has uber-sensitive skin--which has resulted in my face rejecting essentially every product I've attempted to cleanse and/or moisturize it with.

I was a bit hesitant to try something that could very well have promptly turned my face into a dry, flaky mess after a day or so of use. . .Nevertheless, a venture I decide I must partake in--and what I considered the ultimate mark. test.
Obviously, you can assume there is a happy ending to my trial or I probably wouldn't be sharing this with you. And so, after a week and a half using mark.'s skincare line, I am not only a believer. . .I'm hooked! (FYI: All mark. skincare is non-comedogenic, hypoallergenic, oil & fragrance free, & allergy tested).
There are 2 different skincare regimens depending on your skin type.

Step 1: Cleanse--A: mark. "Calming Effect" (which I use) is a milky white cleanser with a unique oat milk protein for sensitive skin requiring a little extra loving care.
B: mark. "That's Deep" is a purifying gel cleanser with black willow bar & Sugar maple extract best for acne prone and/or oily skin. ($8 each)

Step 2: Exfoliate--A: mark. "Go with the Grain" exfoliating beads (which I use)--best for sensitive skin. Enhanced with adzuki bean powder & rice bran for a smoother, softer complexion.


($9 each)

B: mark. "Berry Grand" super exfoliating beads for skin that can handle a more intense exfoliation. Enhanced with cranberry, pomegranate, & apricot seeds to slough off dead skin cells & reveal smoother skin.
Step 3: Moisturize--A: mark. "See things Clearly" (my fav!!!) a brightening moisturizer with a unique brightening complex. I love the silky texture and the way it absorbs with no greasy feeling.

B: mark. "For goodness face" (I use this in the day & 'See things Clearly' at night) includes SPF 30 & antioxidants such as blueberry extract and lemon fruit. ($16 each)
These are just a few of the products that I fell in love with--
visit my eBoutique for more choices!
As you can tell, my mark. collection is expanding rapidly. . .
And I love exchanging fabulous finds with my favorite gal pals

The mark. fashion line has me obsessed as well! I wore this fab mark. dress to work today
Only $29!! ("Leader of the Rack" Dress)

Along with my new fav lipstick--mark. Hook Up gleamstick in 'passionate' ($5.50)

Finished off with a coat of 'dew drenched' lip color in "Toffee" ($6, color shown--'wave' )

Happy Shopping!

And remember, a free pro lip gloss is on me after you place your first order :)

Visit my eBoutique at: http://ggallardo.mymarkstore.com/

Please post comments, questions, & exciting beauty news/advice below :)

2 comments:

  1. wow that's great that it worked for you GG! I'm so going to give it a try. I have the same problem with sensitive skin. As of now I use goats milk soap...lol. So hippy dippy. I'm loving your blog and Mark venture. Can't wait for the next installment.

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  2. Thanks Ange!! I think I sent u a sample of the cleanser. If not I will :) let me know if u need help ordering!

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