Beets: The Superfood for Your Skin, Hair, Heart and Brain!

Beets are packed with high concentrations of antioxidants, carotenoids, folate, fiber, iron, manganese, potassium and Vitamin C. In addition to the general health-boosting properties of beets, they have an incredible amount of anti-aging skin benefits. They stimulate cell production and repair, which can protect your skin from premature aging and wrinkles. The powerful antioxidants in beets can also help fight signs of aging to keep your skin firm and youthful. In studies, it was shown that the high levels of folates and antioxidants can decrease the depth and severity of skin wrinkles by 60%!

This has been my go-to lunch when the weather outside turns cooler . . . it is easy and fast and gives me that nourished and full feeling. Tip: I often buy my beets in the deli counter already roasted for not much more than they cost raw and avoid the whole mess of cutting and roasting myself.

2-3 Whole Beets roasted and cut into quarters 

1/2 Avocado - diced

Handful of Walnuts

Olive Oil

Feta Cheese

Sea Salt

While the beets are warm, I dice the avocado- then layer on walnuts, feta cheese and olive oil sprinkled on top - and sea salt to finish!

One Serving - 600 Calories

3 Ways Exercise Makes Your Skin Look Better

You already know exercise is good for your body, but did you know it may also give you better skin? That’s right: Provided that you stay hydrated and, if you exercise outdoors, always wear sunscreen, a regular workout can work wonders on your complexion. Here are three ways exercise makes skin more radiant and healthy-looking:

1. Exercise cleanses your skin from the inside out. A good, sweaty workout gets your heart pumping, which boosts circulation and blood flow. That, in turn, nourishes skincells. Plus, the increased blood flow delivers reparative nutrients to your skin and increases collagen production. Improved circulation aids in the removal of cellular debris, free radicals and toxins.

2. Exercise helps clear clogged pores. Sweat and heat open your pores, making it easier to expel debris like dirt and oil – kind of like getting your face steamed during a facial. Just be sure to remove your makeup before working out and wash your face immediately afterward to keep that pore-clogging gunk from sinking right back in.

3. Exercise helps you de-stress and sleep better. When you are tired and stressed, your face reflects it. That might mean waking up with dark undereye circles or puffiness, dull skin or acne breakouts. Regular exercise can lower your levels of the “stress hormone” cortisol. Studies show that regular exercise can also ease insomnia — so you may finally start waking up with the great skin you’ve always dreamed about.

With a consistent workout regimen and a consistent skincare Regimen, your skin will look better than ever. Best of all, with both skincare and exercise, it’s never too late to start!

What’s your favorite workout? How has it helped your skin?

Give-Away: Redefine Travel Regimen!

The girls are out of of school today and we are having a Spa Day (if spa days include making slime) - and we want to share the love - so for all new AND existing customers who place an order today - you will be put in a drawing for a FREE Redefine Travel-Sized Regimen! 

Perfect for all your holiday travels - TSA approved sizes!

What is Milia?

DR. PIMPLE POPPER SAYS THIS LITTLE-TALKED-ABOUT SKIN CONDITION IS ACTUALLY SUPER COMMON 

Photo: Getty Images/Wavebreakmedia

When your skin’s upset, it can manifest its anger in various ways (much to our detriment). There are cysts, whiteheads, blackheads, and a slew of other forms of inflammation. One that doesn’t get talked about as much, though? Milia.

You may be familiar with the skin condition—it basically looks like teeny tiny bumps that are just below the surface. The thing is, your typical spot treatment doesn’t necessarily work for milia, which can make it even more mysterious. That’s exactly why I spoke with Sandra Lee, MD—AKA Dr. Pimple Popper—for some pro insight. (Yes, she’s popped plenty of milia before—enjoy if you so please.)

“Milia, or called milium if there’s only one, are very small superficial cysts that form just underneath the skin, most commonly around the eyes, which is the thinnest skin we have on the body,” says Dr. Lee, who has her own skin-care line SLMD Skincare. “They can form for a variety of reasons. They’re very common and some people are simply more prone than others—we even see some newborn babies born with milia.”

The bad news? “You can’t really treat milia at home or get rid of them yourself—they can’t be easily extracted without usually a small incision or nick in the skin. They’re completely harmless though, and don’t cause any irritation or pain, and usually they’ll go away on their own after some time.”

“Milia are very small superficial cysts that form just underneath the skin, most commonly around the eyes.” —Dr. Sandra Lee

That’s not to say you can’t try to speed up this process. Dr. Lee notes that the key is to use products that increase your cell turnover. “You can try to use topical exfoliants or retinol,” she says. “If they bother you and you want to remove them, a board-certified dermatologist can help to extract these pretty quickly and easily.”

Whatever you do, however, don’t play Dr. Pimple Popper with your milia at home. “You shouldn’t try to extract milia yourself,” she warns. “They’re not like a blackhead or whitehead and are actually under a layer of skin that requires incision to extract. Squeezing or scratching at them will increase your risk of infection and permanent scarring.”

To make sure you’re not doing anything that leads to milia, take special care to look at the ingredients of the skin-care products you’re using. “Just as it is with any type of acne, it can help to avoid occlusive, comedogenic products and stick with a good skin-care routine,” says Dr. Lee. “However, topical retinol or tretinoin used in the area can possibly decrease the chances of developing new ones in the future.” Mystery solved.

R+F Growth

Meet Beth. Beth was a financial analyst and accountant at Nike before leaving corporate America in 2017. Beth started a Rodan + Fields business 4 years ago and shared with us the other day, "I met with a former Nike co-worker recently and I learned that one of the smarter guys I used to work with in Nike strategy, left Nike to go work for Estée Lauder. He told me that Lauder's BIGGEST strategy problem right now is how to deal with Rodan+Fields stealing their market share.

Estée Lauder has been around for 80+ years and owns MANY of the brands we all know. Rodan + Fields is completely disrupting the industry and we are only 10 years old. We are #1 AND the fastest growing skincare brand. But, only 3 out of 10 people know about us. There is SO MUCH GROWTH POTENTIAL!! So, what’s stopping you from building your own piece of this? Message me today! My team is growing and we are having SO MUCH FUN making 12 extra paychecks a year, hooking people up with skincare that works!  

3 Ways New Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid Protects Your Skin

Along with instantly delivering a radiant, healthy-looking  complexion, NEW Rodan + Fields Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid, our first-ever Dermacosmetic product, protects your skin in three ways. Its proprietary RD3 Complex provides environmental defense, barrier defense and photo defense.

If you’re wondering what exactly those terms mean, you’ve come to the right place.

Environmental Defense  

Exposure to certain environmental aggressors can lead to wrinkles, skin discoloration, uneven texture, clogged pores, dryness, breakouts, and visible redness. The antioxidants in Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid help neutralize these harmful effects.

Barrier Defense  

The moisturizing ingredients in Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid help repair the skin’s protective outer layer — its natural moisture barrier —  so dry, irritated skin appears plumper and smoother.

Photo Defense 

“Photo” means “light,” the category you’re likely most familiar with. Exposure to the sun results in fine lines, wrinkles and age spots — basically, older-looking skin. Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid contains broad-spectrum sunscreen to protect against damage caused by UVA and UVB rays. It also disperses infrared rays, another type of damaging radiation emitted by everything from the sun to space heaters.

Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid is proof that the best offense is a good defense.  

Things to Avoid if You Have Acne

Nearly 50 million teenagers and adults a year experience acne, the most common skin condition in the United States. Battling breakouts can be incredibly frustrating, because they can be triggered by a complex combination of factors you can’t control — including genetics, hormones and the climate you live in — and there is no quick fix.

Getting clearer skin takes a little patience and requires products that interrupt each step of the acne cycle — like the Rodan + FIelds UNBLEMISH Regimen. But while consistent, effective skincare is a must, making changes to your lifestyle and behavior can help, too. Here are seven habits to avoid if you have acne:

1. Washing your face too often or too vigorously. It seems counterintuitive, but cutting back on cleansing may improve your skin’s appearance. Vigorous scrubbing can irritate skin, causing more breakouts. Washing too often can strip away your skin’s essential oils, leading it to overcompensate and produce even more oil.

2. Eating dairy, sugar and white bread. It’s a myth that chocolate causes acne, but studies have shown that milk consumption and high-glycemic diets can play a part. Try dialing down the dairy, steering clear of sugar and cutting back on refined carbs and see if your skin responds.

3. Exercising in the heat. Your body may love hot yoga, but if you have acne, your skin probably doesn’t. When your skin is hot, oil glands increase production. Overheated skin is also more sensitive, which can lead to breakouts. If you absolutely can’t give up your favorite class, remove your makeup before exercising and wash your face immediately afterward so sweat, oil and grime don’t sit there all day. If you use a sweatband, avoid wearing it across your forehead: The friction and pressure may lead to more breakouts.

4. Wearing heavy foundation. Some makeup can clog your pores. So while you might be tempted to cover your acne with lots of base and concealer, try to resist. Instead, consider NEW Rodan + Fields Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid as the finishing step in your UNBLEMISH Regimen. This groundbreaking tinted multitasker is non-acnegenic, so it won’t cause breakouts.

5. Skipping laundry day. How can sleeping on dirty pillowcases and sheets make acne worse? Any dirt, oil or leftover makeup that got on your bedding last night can end up back on your face or body tonight, clogging your pores and leading to more breakouts.

6. Passing on moisturizer. Some acne-fighting ingredients can dry out your skin, and when skin is too dry, it produces even more oil. Use a moisturizer designed for acne-prone skin daily. Rodan + Fields Oil Control Lotion, Step 4 of the UNBLEMISH Regimen, is lightweight and even has sunscreen built in.

7. Stressing out. Studies show that stress can lead to acne flare-ups — which can cause even more stress. If you notice that you break out more when your stress level rises, take measures to add some calm to your life, and see if that helps calm your skin.

Treating acne is a marathon, not a sprint. With the right skincare and a few lifestyle changes, you’ll get to the finish line even sooner.

Kansas City Fall Open House . . .

My Annual Kansas City Fall Open House was a huge success! Loved seeing so many of my friends, long time customers, and new customers as well as partners in the biz! My favorite thing about this job - hands down - is that I get to "work" with friends!!! Love hearing what works for different people and LOVED seeing your gorgeous skin in person! These products definitely work - and change your skin from the inside out. My Open House was proof! We should have taken a big group pix!

Thanks for stopping by and if you don't live in Kansas City and would like a sample or a catalog or fabulous customer service, just a text away - message me!! I can hook you up! The majority of my customers don't live in K.C.!

TPG Partnership with Rodan + Fields!

When James Coulter, an American billionaire, investment manager, who is the co-founder of private equity firm, TPG Capital, compares R+F’s growth to Amazon, Under Armor, Netflix, Uber and Lululemon you know you’ve partnered with the best in the category!! Rodan + Fields partnered with TPG this year, not for financial support but for intellectual capital that will take our company FARTHER AND FASTER! Our Doctors are experts in developing amazing CLINICALLY PROVEN products. I’m so proud to represent these highly respected Dermatologists and their skincare line!!! The innovation and science behind this company is unmatched. My team is growing! I'm looking for other self-motivated, entrepensurial spirits who would like to earn an income (or 2nd income) in their own time, around their schedule - hooking people up with the BEST skincare around!  

NEW Make-Up Removers Available NOW!!

Complete Eye Makeup Remover:  Gently and completely erase even the most stubborn eye makeup — including waterproof mascara — with our powerful, oil-free makeup remover. Non-irritating to sensitive eyes, ESSENTIALS Complete Eye Makeup Remover features a dual-phase formulation that effectively creates a clean slate for other R+F products, helping to maximize their results. 

Instant Makeup Remover Wipes:  Create a clean slate for your Multi-Med® Therapy with our 

powerful makeup remover specifically formulated to prepare your skin for the R+F Regimen of your 

choice. ESSENTIALS Instant Makeup Remover Wipes gently and effectively dissolve all types of 

makeup — including long-wearing lipstick and foundation — as well as dirt and oil in just a few swipes. 

Suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive ones, our ultra-soft cloths are non-irritating and 

make the perfect pre-Regimen product. Get the most out of your Regimen — even on the go — 

with these efficient and effective makeup removing wipes. (2 pack, 30 towelettes each)

Who wants this in your makeup bag? I do!

Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid is Available NOW!

I am SO impressed with the latest innovative skincare that is available NOW!! Dr. Rodan and Dr. Fields don’t believe in having products that cover up or mask your NATURAL BEAUTY, nor in products that can clog your pores. Instead, they develop products that ENHANCE your natural beauty. SO NOW, after getting the best skin of your life with our clinically-proven regimens, you can finish your morning routine with our latest product innovation... RADIANT DEFENSE Perfecting Liquid with SPF 30. Formulated with dermatology-inspired skincare ingredients to deliver a radiant, healthy complexion in six flexible shades.  

The NEW Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid PROTECTS and PERFECTS, all while improving your skin while you wear it. Like hands down, 100,000% convinced that our doctors are ABSOLUTELY genius! I am loving this product!!!

 

☑️ DEFENDS against harmful effects of environmental aggressors

☑️ REPAIRS skin’s natural moisture barrier, defending against dry, irritated skin and the visible signs of stress

☑️ PROTECTS against early signs of aging caused by UVA & UVB rays

☑️ Perfectly and visibly evens skin tone, blurring visible imperfections!

Who knew there could actually be a perfecting liquid that is GOOD for your skin?!

Want to find the shade that’s right for you?? 

Hop on my site, scroll down on site and click on “Find Your Shade” and follow these simple steps:

jennymcginnis.myrandf.com

1. SNAP

Take or upload an existing photo. Follow these photo tips to find the perfect shade: don't wear makeup or glasses, pull back your hair and take the photo in natural light.

2. SELECT

Select which shade you want to try on. You can virtually try on all six radiant shades! Pull the "Before and After" slider across the photo to see how they look.

3. SEE

See your "Before and After" results. Choose the shade that best complements your natural glow.

Check out my friend Stephanie's comparison of using Radiant Glow as a skin finisher compared to her old heavy foundation - what a difference!

I love that this product is great for ALL ages! Has your daughter been begging to wear makeup? You have probably been concerned about clogged pores, breakouts or sensitive skin flair ups. Also, you’re concerned that she wants to WEAR MAKEUP!!! The solution: Radiant Defense Perfecting Liquid!! It's not makeup...it's Dermacosmetics! Good for your skin, doesn't clog pores, and provides protection from the sun (SPF 30) as well as environmental aggressors.

Confidence and protection for your teens (and for YOU!!) Something you both can agree on!   

 

Which Pumpkin Are You?

Fall is officially here! I hope you are enjoying the warm sunny days and crisp nights of Autumn - my very favorite time of year!  Apples and pumpkins, sweaters and jeans = Happiness.  

Just for fun - if you had to pick what kind of "pumpkin" skin you have, which would it be? (Lines & Wrinkles or Firmness, Dullness or Sun Damage, Sensitive Skin or Rosacea, or Acne?)

What would you most like to improve or change about your skin? 

These products do what they say they are going to do at fixing those issues and challenges from the inside out! I have several thank-you notes from my customers thanking me for changing their skin for good! Nothing makes me happier than seeing my customers so happy when they wake up in the morning happy with their natural make-up free skin!