What You Should Know About Parabens

In a world where FEAR seems to be a big motivator, too many companies are taking your fear to the bank. The list of 'natural' companies keeps growing, which sounds like a good thing. But are they truly looking out for you? Or are they just taking your hard earned money and hoping you won't do your due diligence?

You’d think that, since more and more brands have sworn off parabens, products have become safer, right? You would hear about 'natural' product recalls if they existed, right? Brands wouldn't mislead you into thinking their products are safer for you or the environment, right? Wrong, wrong, and you guessed it, wrong.

Beauty brands, in particular, used a single study as a clever way to increase their sales. The 2004 study, which showed that parabens were present in the tissues of patients with breast cancer, got enough press to create a lot of hysteria (and create a whole new niche market ~ cha-ching!). The idea that Parabens lead to Cancer has stuck. There's only one problem. It hasn't been proven true. In fact, no study has shown a direct correlation.

You see, parabens are naturally occurring in foods like blueberries, carrots and olives. And they've been used for decades in our skincare and cosmetics. Why? Because they're a SAFE and EFFECTIVE method of controlling bacterial and fungal growth. Without parabens, we'd all need to prepare fresh skincare and cosmetic products on a weekly basis, if not more often, to avoid dangerous levels of bacteria that could make us VERY ill.

So, while these 'natural' companies are enjoying their profits, they could actually be putting your health at risk. (Isn't that what they said they were trying to avoid??) If their products aren't using parabens to control fungus and bacteria....WHAT are they using? You might be surprised to learn that paraben substitutes can actually do more harm than good. If your skincare or cosmetic reps tell you a product is 'natural' and 'paraben-free', I encourage you to ask them WHAT ingredient is controlling the fungus and bacteria in the products they're trying to sell to you. (Wait for the stunned silence.)

Below is a list of ingredients used by companies who pride themselves on being 'paraben-free' -

Formaldehyde-Releasing (irritating to skin): 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1, 3-diol , Diazolidinyl urea , DMDM hydantoin , Hydroxymethylglycinate , Imidazolidinyl urea , Quaternium-15 , Trishydroxymethylnitromethane

Organic Acids (ONLY kill fungi, not bacteria): Salicylic acid, Benzoic acid, Sorbic acid

Sodium Benzoate (Effective against fungi and yeast, but not so effective against bacteria): Warning - When used together with low concentrations of vitamin C, it forms benzene, a known carcinigen

Potassium Sorbate: Synthetically altered before being added to cosmetics, it's very effective at killing fungi, but struggles with bacteria

Essential Oils (must be used in very high concentrations to be effective, which is irritating to the skin; ineffective in skincare and cosmetics): Clove, Thyme, Tea Tree

Effective at killing bacteria, but cause Allergies and Irritations: Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) and Methylisothiazolinone (MIT)

Anti-Oxidants (these are mistaken as preservatives but, will not kill dangerous microorganisms): Vitamin E, grape fruit seed extract, rosemary,

To Sum it Up --

1. Reputable science says that the minute amounts of parabens used in cosmetics and OTC products are safe!

2. Paraben alternatives are either more harsh or less effective.

3. Bonus: parabens are broken down naturally in the environment, so they don’t add to pollution.

   It's always best to be a bit skeptical and do your research. If your preferred skincare's representative doesn't know how to answer that one simple question about what's protecting you from dangerous bacteria, I'd suggest running the other way and finding a new brand.

What People Say -VS- What I Hear

I have had the good fortune to share a tremendous business opportunity with many people over the past 23 months.   As is expected, not all of them have locked arms to walk this journey with me. These are common things I hear ...

People say to me: I don't have the time.


I hear: Jen, I don't want an opportunity that gives me more time flexibility and freedom. Nope, definitely cannot handle that.

People say to me: I don't have the money.


I hear: Jen, I don't want the chance to make more money. I want to be able to continue to tell others that I am broke!

People say to me: I don't know ANYthing about skincare.


I hear: Jen, I don't want to learn about something that has the power to change my life.  And, I am definitely not capable of using these products and sharing my results.

People say to me: I don't know anyone who would buy this. 


I hear: Jen, I don't know anyone with skin. All of my friends have exoskeletons.  They are ants.

People say to me: I don't want to sign up for a pyramid scheme.


I hear: Jen, I haven't taken time to research and understand that the Direct Sales business model is not only legitimate, but also a great way to add residual income to my portfolio.   I don’t understand that residual income is the KING of all income and that it can continue to bless my family for decades in the future.

Are you thinking what I'm thinking? These are not reasons to ignore a great business opportunity. These are nothing more than excuses created out of fear - of the unknown, of failure, or of what others might think. They are misconceptions.

Being average is a choice. Stop making excuses, and choose to be EXCEPTIONAL.

To learn more about my unique opportunity, head over to http://bit.ly/1zKTtyA

#TeamChange

Did You Learn This Before Making Your Career Choice?

Did They Teach This in College?

Did anyone show you The BIG Picture? 

Were you shown any of it by your career counselor or whoever helped you make your original career choice before you made it?

Presenting...

THE FIVE INCOME TYPES IN TODAY'S WORKING WORLD

Ready to take notes? Which income stream do you prefer?

1. Linear Income When YOU stop working, your INCOME stops. To expand your income you must work more hours and/or hire people. Either way, growth is linear, too, and you always have to be there.  Your investment is typically your time, as well as the loss of other opportunities due to time constraints.

Examples:
a. Salary: You are paid a flat amount, regardless of hours worked. 

b. Hourly: You are paid a flat rate per hour. 
c. Sales: You make so many sales ~ you're paid for those sales. 
d. Services: You are paid for the services you perform (per hour or flat fee).


2. Residual Income  A residual income stream will earn you money even when you're not on the clock.  Minimal hours are required to oversee activities.  Up front investment can vary.

Examples:
a. Continuing royalties on patents.
b. Continuing royalties on copyrights or performances.
c. Payments on renewals of memberships, subscriptions or insurance policies which were originally sold by you. 

3. Franchise Income

Continuing payments based on gross volume produced by franchises you originally sold as a master franchisor or franchising company owner. May suffer in recessions. To expand your income you must sell more franchises (growth is linear) or introduce new products (slightly geometric). Requires a significant up front investment.

Examples:

a. Business Format Franchise

b. Product Franchise

c. Manufacturing Franchise

4. Passive Income  Income you earn by doing little or nothing at all.  Your up front investment is primarily your time. Risk can be higher than average and opportunities are fewer.

Examples:

a. Selling Information Products

b. Rental Income: requires the upfront purchase of real estate

c. Affiliate Marketing: Affiliate marketing is considered passive because, in theory, you can earn money just by adding the link to your site. In reality, you'll earn NOTHING if you don't find a way to attract readers to your site, click on the link, and buy something. It's a long-term "project."

d. Peer-to-Peer lending: A personal loan made between you and a borrower, facilitated through a third-party intermediary such as Prosper.com or LendingClub.com. As a lender, you earn income via interest payments made on the loans, but because the loan is unsecured, you face the risk of default.
e. Dividend-Yielding Stocks

5. Passidual (yes I made that up) Income A combination of Residual and Passive Income types (the best of both worlds)

Example:

a. Certain Network Marketing opportunities - examine each to see if it's a good fit for you.  Those with party requirements will take more of your personal time.  Those with commission level "buy-ins" can become expensive.  Look for a healthy balance and a money-back guarantee (within a reasonable time period).  

Would you like me to make a recommendation? Message me!

I hope you learned a little something here.  If so, please share this post with others so that they, too, can make more informed choices with their income streams!

I'd love to hear from you!  Leave your comments below.  

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Fill A Wrinkle While You Sleep with this Unique and Patented Product!

Are all wrinkles the same?

In a word, NO.  

There are "static" wrinkles and "dynamic" wrinkles. Static wrinkles are present with your facial muscles at rest - when you're not smiling, talking or eating. Static wrinkles are present all the time. These static wrinkles, as well as sagging, worsen over time, as your skin produces less and less collagen and elastin (the things that give skin its resiliency).  (See example below)

You can successfully address static wrinkles with 

Rodan + Fields Redefine regimen and tools!

Dynamic wrinkles, on the other hand, are present when the facial muscles are active. Examples of dynamic wrinkles include worsening of crow’s feet when smiling or forehead lines with eyebrow movement. These dynamic wrinkles also worsen over time, as your skin begins to lose things like hyaluronic acid.  (See examples below)

Most people have varying forms of both static and dynamic wrinkles.  But, for the sake of this post, we will focus solely on Dynamic Wrinkles.  

DYNAMIC WRINKLE CARE OPTIONS

Non-ablative skin rejuvenation procedures have recently become popular because of decreased downtime, allowing for a more rapid return to normal activities. Popular options include Botox and Dermal Fillers.

Botox

As you probably know, Botox relaxes the muscle it's injected in . The effect of Botox is usually seen in 2-3 weeks, but can occur in the first week after treatment. The effect is temporary. 

The Pros: Effects last anywhere from 3-6 months. 

The Cons: Needles are painful. 

               Treatments are costly. 

               If overdone, injections can eliminate natural expression.

               Botox resistance may build over time. 

               Larger doses may cause negative side effects.

Dermal Fillers 

Dermal fillers have recently undergone a resurgence in interest and usage. Fillers allow facial features to achieve more fullness, which defines a more youthful look. Fillers restore volume to the skin and allow for the correction of moderate to severe facial (dynamic) wrinkles and folds. 

Dermal fillers can be classified into two broad categories: Non-Biodegradable and Degradable 

Non-Biodegradable Synthetic fillers that are currently available in the United States can be classified as injectables (Artecoll and Silicone) and implants (GORE-TEX and Ultrasoft). These fillers tend to be used for longer-term correction of skin and soft tissue defects. They tend to be associated with more problems. 

Degradable fillers (effects lessen with time):

1. Collagen (usually last less than 3 months) - bovine, porcine, or bioengineered human

2. Hyaluronic Acid: Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the body-often referred to as “sugar gel”. The most popular hyaluronic acids are restylane, perlane( a thicker restylane) and hylaform. Hylaform is avian derived whereas restylane and perlane are non animal derived. 

Hylaform tends to last about three months whereas restylane tends to last four to six months. The hyaluronic acid fillers have been associated with minimal allergic reactions. They absorb water and hence last longer than collagen fillers.

3. Autologous Fat: this is fat taken from one part of your own body to be used as a filler. This is safe, but the effects are variable.

4. Acute Care™

Effective September 2014, there is a NEW option available.  You can FILL A WRINKLE, WHILE YOU SLEEP...and NO NEEDLES ARE REQUIRED!

Introducing Rodan + Fields Acute Care™ patches.  Apply one band-aid sized patch to your area of concern before going to bed and VOILA! it fills your dynamic wrinkle overnight.  

REDEFINE ACUTE CARE ™ PATCHES

What's in it?  Like an injectable filler, Acute Care™ utilizes Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, as well as SH-Oligopeptide-1, both of which are naturally occurring in the human body, but diminish with age.  Acute Care™ patches are latex-free and designed for single-use application. Results are seen in as little as 30 minutes, but best results are seen when used overnight, while the body is at rest.

How does the filler get into the skin?  Rodan + Fields has revolutionized skin care with its patented Liquid Cone Technology. Liquid Cone Technology is a targeted delivery system. Each liquid cone holds hyaluronic acid and oligopeptide-1 in solid form until it comes into contact with skin. Upon contact, the cone melts onto the skin and into the wrinkle.

How long do the results last? If used every three days for a month, the results can be maintained for up to another eight weeks (total of 12 weeks) with continued use of the REDEFINE anti-aging daily skin care regimen. If the REDEFINE AMP MD™ System is used in conjunction with the REDEFINE Regimen, this benefit can be maintained even further.

To better understand how to use Acute Care ™, watch this video from Drs. Rodan and Fields: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-fvtcBYAghI

To learn more about how Acute Care ™ and the REDEFINE regimen works, watch this video from our Doctors:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2s6lEAsArKM

Note: It must be remembered that the use of dermal fillers is really an art- like sculpting. Everyone needs to be individualized and touch-ups may be necessary.

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So, what will you choose? A needle + an office visit … or a painless patch in the privacy of your own bathroom?  I know what I'm choosing, and I can help you get your very own Acute Care™, too! 

Have questions? Please message me at TheSkinUareIn@gmail.com

You can view all of Rodan + Fields current producs and easily order on my website.  Products will be delivered directly to your address within days!

Interested in expanding your financial portfolio by partnering with the Doctors who have created two international billion dollar brands?  Message me to begin your journey (and virtual training) today!  

Love The Skin You're In!

Jen

Rodan + Fields is currently available in the U.S. and U.S. military bases world-wide, in Canada, and in Australia.

Primary Source for this blog post: http://www.atlanticeyephysicians.com/services/eyelid-rejuventation/how-do-i-get-rid-of-these-wrinkles/

Updated March 2018