Gift Ideas: Stocking Stuffer Edition!

I feel like when this time of year comes around I always seem to forget the "extra" gifts that need to be given to show my appreciation for their kindness/service to teachers, neighbors, friends, co-workers...and on and on. Think about the little things for the hard to buy...teenager/young adult stocking stuffers!  Here are some great ideas for this year. You can order all these pampering gifts that people love to receive. Enjoy this holiday season!

1. My FAVORITE Glacier Mud Mask - For clear, smooth skin click to learn about the amazing benefits of this mask. 

2. The BEST Lip Gloss - "lasts all day even through an hour long workout so my lips never get dry and chapped" - comes in sweet pink and crystal clear making them perfect gloss over any lip color.

3. Celltrex Ultra - Your first anti-aging serum - perfect for that 20-something year old.  Perfect way to begin prevention of environmental damage to your skin.

4. ReNu Hair Mask - My girls and assistant LOVE this product, makes your hair so soft and more shiny.

5. Moisture Intense Moisturizer - It does exactly what it says - provides moisture during the dry winter both day and night without feeling greasy. Perfect for dry, sensitive skin.

6. BEST SHOWER ITEM Liquid Body Lufra - We adore this product. The fresh scent awakens your senses, cleanses without soap and polishes your skin to silky smooth . 

7. FOR THE MAN IN YOUR LIFE: Dividends Shave Cream - This is so different than the average shave gel - it conditions the skin to keep your man's face smooth, soft and either prevent or minimize fine lines and wrinkles.

8. Epoch Baobab Body Butter - A rich cream for supple skin that stays touchably soft and hydrated all day. The perfect gift.

9. SWEET FEET: Sole Solution - Therapeutic foot cream for those suffering from rough, dry, or cracked feet. See our way to keep your soft sandal ready for whenever you get to show off those pretty feet.

10. BASIC BUT NICE Hand Lotion - This is the perfect size for a backpack, office, or bedside. Who doesn't love good quality lotion?


Happy Holidays!!!

Check out all my products at my website, then contact me (ajulie@me.com) for a 25% discount! 

Gotta Love a Spa Night!

 On Friday, Joy and I threw our 1st Spa/PJ Party! It was so much fun to invite some friends over for a teenage style spa night with food, facials, food soaks, and a cocktail (or two). Required: FUN and PJ pants!

 Joy and I made this great summer banner (how to blog coming this week) from Pinterest! We love it and I will keep it up all summer! We had fun foods like high heeled shoe sugar cookies, chocolate fondue, white bean dip, spa water, and a fun cocktail (another thing we found on Pinterest).

 Who doesn't like relaxing their feet in warm water with Epson salt! After the soak we have amazing products to really keep your feet soft.

 Joy and I with facials on! So fun for us to have everyone over! To see more fun photos, check out our Facebook album!

 Jill and Wendy were so silly and fun! Who says adults can't have fun like teenagers? These ladies took our PJ theme to the end, rollers, PJ "outfits", and the occasional split personality ;)

Thank you for those of you that joined us for the party! It was such a fun night to share with these amazing ladies!

Gift Baskets!

 "Anti-Aging or Turning 50" Basket - For the person in your life who wants to turn back the clock.

 My assistant came up with the great idea to have a Mother's Day basket for my clients. I always love getting a basket full of goodies, who doesn't? Then the ideas just started flowing for all these fun baskets! Here are just a few of the ones we came up with. Check my facebook page for the rest of the fun baskets along with the details of what is included in each basket and their prices.

 "Beach Basket" - Comes with the fun sand bucket! Perfect for a day on the beach.

 "Birthday Basket" - The things you might not treat yourself with.

 "Mother's Day Basket" - Perfect to pamper your Mom this year.

"Sandal Ready!" Basket - Who doesn't want their feet to look sexy smooth in sandals?

Have a price point in mind? We can work with you to create a custom gift basket personalized for your lucky recipient!

Julie’s 10 Favorite Beauty Things –One I share with Oprah’s Favorite Things List

Happy May Day!  I find this day to be one of lightness and joy.  It seems the weather is always perfect on May 1^st, the grass is green, flowers are blooming and the earth is truly awake!  On my favorite day of the year I thought I would share with you my list of beauty product favorites:

•  Clarsonic Sonic Skin Care System – I use this at night to remove all traces of makeup and environmental residue for clean, smooth skin ready to absorb the nutrients found in my skin care products.
•        Liquid Body Lufra – I use this everyday in the shower.  This soapless formula gently eases away dead skin cells and excess oil for soft, polished skin all over your body.
•        Water Pik Professional – I use this at night after brushing and flossing to remove the last particles of food hiding in between my teeth and 99.9% of plaque biofilm for healthy gums.
•     Epoch Baobab Body Butter – (An Oprah favorite!)  I use this after the shower.  Its light , fresh scent in a rich cream makes my skin soft and supple all day without feeling greasy.
•    Galvanic Face Spa – I use this 2 to 3 times per week to hydrate, erase wrinkles, and improve the tone and texture of the skin on my face so I can keep my age a mystery.
•       Pureology Antifade Complex INCHARGE Flexible Styling Spray – Without being heavy or sticky, this spray keeps my hair in place and in shape all day.
•        Future Serum – Received award for “Best Serum 2012” by NewBeauty Magazine. I use this day and night on clean skin before any other products.  This miracle serum stimulates collagen production by 150% for youthful skin structure and youthful glow.
•        Athleta Workout & Casual Wear – I love the design and fabrics used for my workouts whether I am running, climbing, biking, swimming, doing yoga or just hanging out.  These clothes never fade, never lose their shape with washing and drying.  They simplify laundry!
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•      Tru Face Essence Ultra – I use one of these little “pearls” morning and night after my future serum to restore facial firmness and skin elasticity with an ingredient shown to increase skin elastin which gives my skin the ability to maintain its youthful structure and firmness.
•      Arabian Rose Fragrance Oil by Kuumba Made – (http://www.kuumbamade.com/store/index.php?p=product&id=18 for photo) Before I go to bed at night I roll this oil on the palms of my hands, rub them together then rub on the sides of my neck and over my pj top for the heavenly, relaxing spicy rose fragrance promotes balance, harmony, and a sense of well-being as I drift off to sleep.
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 I would love to know your favorite beauty products, please share here on my blog or on my facebook page. I made this list into a board on my Pinterest page....enjoy! 

A Nu You Sweeps Week Winners Are Announced!

We love the buzz coming from Sweeps Week! Thank you to all those who participated! Please let me know if I can help get any the products listed at a 30% discount. No need to hold off telling you any more..... who WON!

Prize #1   Body Botanicals : A body care package which includes: Body Butter to quench thirsty winter skin, Sole Solutions for sandal-ready feet, and a Mud Mask to reveal softer, smoother skin.

AND THE WINNER IS…….Sue Lussenden

Prize #2    Anti-Aging Nutrition: A one month supply of my favorite supplements and Vitality for anti-aging on the inside and the “beauty beverage”, g3- Savoring this “fruit from heaven,” indigenous people have long believed this ceremonial fruit promotes health and wellness.

AND THE WINNER IS…… Lynell Klauschie

Prize #3     Beauty Boost: Transformation Premium Package which includes:  Gentle Cleanse & Tone,  Future Serum,  Radiant Day SPF 22, and  Transforming Night, targeting the sources of aging for a more youthful looking you – 8 ways in 7 days

AND THE WINNER IS…… Wendy Cadei

Congratulations to our winners! Enjoy your prize!

Give the Gifts that Give Back This Year

During the Season of Giving, I like gifts that give back to our environment. By taking care of our environment we are taking care of our loved ones and ourselves too! I am proud to be part of an organization that strongly believes in giving back to the villages that helped them create their products. The Epoch line from NS uses traditional remedies from indigenous cultures with botanical ingredients to create helpful treatments for us.
For example, in the Epoch line, $0.25 from the sale of every Epoch Baobab Body Butter is donated to the NS Force For Good Malawi Seeds of Hope project. These funds will be used to purchase and plant a variety of important and useful trees for the people of Malawi, including baobab trees and fruit trees. Malawi –one of the poorest countries – has one of the highest rates of deforestation in the world and there is an urgent need to restore and protect this precious natural resource. Read the scope of work provided by the Seeds of Hope project, which just makes me so proud. The Epoch Baobab Body Butter is made from the baobab tree which is one of the types of trees to be planted and drenches your skin with the much needed moisture during the winter months. For a full listing of the Epoch products and the communities served visit here.

Running out of time to shop? Receive a 30% discount on your products when you let me help you with your order.

This Holiday Season, help make our world a little better with every gift this year.

Health Tip: Winter Is Not Just Magical Snow Falls And Twinkling Lights…Its Dry, Chapped Skin, UGH!
Winter is the worst season for people who have dry skin – flaking, itchiness and tautness is usual and neglect of daily care can easily lead to habitual dehydration, with sensitive skins and red patches. During winter, the outer layer of skin becomes very dry therefore it is important to keep the skin moisturized. Even those who have oily skin must use light moisturizing lotions after cleansing to keep the skin soft. Therefore, going that extra step to pamper the skin with moisturizers and emollients is imperative.
To avoid “crocodile skin” on legs: Use a body was without soap such as NS’s Liquid Body Bar After bathing, apply a body lotion , while the skin is still damp. It helps to seal in the moisture.
For additional help with dry, red skin on your face email Julie@anuyoubyjulie.net