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The Importance of Makeup
Posted on October 13th, 2011 No commentsHI Ladies,
I thought this was an interesting article, and thought you might enjoy it.
Women who wear makeup are perceived as more attractive and competent than those who do not, according to a recently released study headed by Harvard Medical School Assistant Professor Nancy L. Etcoff.
The study, titled “Cosmetics as a Feature of the Extended Human Phenotype: Modulation of the Perception of Biologically Important Facial Signals,” asked participants to judge a variety of women’s photographs based on a number of characteristics including attractiveness, competence, likeability, and trustworthiness.
Researchers were particularly interested to see how makeup affected judgments both automatically and after longer deliberation, they said.
“I’m interested in bringing science to the study of adornment,” said Etcoff, a psychology professor who has studied this topic for over 20 years. “The study aimed to address exactly what we look at when we judge a person, and what these tools do.”
The study, which involved researchers from the Massachusetts General Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Procter & Gamble Cosmetics, Boston University, and HMS, was first released in the online publication PLoS ONE on Monday.
In the study, two groups, each with over one hundred participants, were asked to rate photographs of female faces with varying levels of “color cosmetics” applied by a professional makeup artist. Participants in the first group only saw the photographs for 250 milliseconds, while those in the second group had an unlimited amount of time to examine them.
Judging a number of qualities, participants then used a sliding scale to input their ratings directly into a computer. The responses were sent to a statistician at Dana-Farber.
Findings revealed that cosmetics have a significant and automatic effect on judgments of attractiveness. Even more importantly, makeup provides additional facial stimuli that influence more long-term, deliberative judgments on social factors such as trustworthiness.
Sarah A. Vickery, co-researcher for the study and principal scientist at Procter & Gamble Beauty and Grooming, summarized these findings in an interview with CBS News.
“This means that makeup really can be seen as a tool in a woman’s arsenal that allows her to actually control the way the world sees her,” she said in the interview.
But despite the physically-oriented implications of these findings, the study also revealed that positive perception decreases as women apply heavier makeup. To this end, Etcoff emphasized that in no way should the study imply that women need to use cosmetics or abide by social convention.
“People don’t want to judge a book by its cover, and yet they still do,” she said. “But what matters is how we perceive ourselves. Women can still be confident and competent without makeup.”
Study: Cosmetics Significantly Influence Perceptions
By Michelle Denise L. Ferreol, CONTRIBUTING WRITER
Published: Friday, October 07, 2011
Make it a Beautiful Day,
Tracy
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Best All Natural Mineral Makeup
Posted on August 24th, 2011 No commentsHI Ladies,
It’s been sometime since I’ve blogged. I thought it would be ok to take off and enjoy the beautiful summer weather, since Minnesota summers last for such a short time. The days are already getting shorter:(
A few exciting things are in the works. If you haven’t looked at our website for a while you might be in for a few surprises. We’ve added some amazing new mineral makeup. I absolutely love the stuff. You will see liquid mineral foundation, subtle yet intense eye color, beautiful lip color etc…..I’ve stumbled upon a gold mine in mineral makeup. It wears all day. So come take a look.
If you have any questions or need help deciding on a color please don’t hesitate to shoot me an email.
Make it a beautiful day,
Tracy
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Eye Colors for Spring
Posted on May 16th, 2011 No commentsIf you’re a rookie when it comes to colorful eye makeup, remember that choosing a contrasting shadow can really make your eyes pop.
For example, since orange and blue are complementary colors, coral shades will really bring out your baby blues. The same goes for purple hues if you have green eyes, or blue shades if you have brown eyes.
Green is the color of spring – not just in gardens, but on eye lids this season. Green eye shadow is to eyes what coral gloss is to lips. )
And another bonus? It looks amazing on brown eyes.
We are adding more amazing mineral eyeshadows hopefully within a month or so. Keep checking back with us at Nature’s Genesis
Have an amazing joy-filled day
Tracy
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Beauty Pillow and other Beauty Treats
Posted on May 11th, 2011 No commentsSome more great beauty finds. You don’t want to miss this.
Find other great wrinkle reducing treatments at Nature’s Genesis.
Have a joy-filled day,
Tracy
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Natural Make Up Trends for 2011
Posted on May 4th, 2011 No commentsCheck out our website, naturesgenesis, for the latest finds in mineral makeup.
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Beauty Gadgets and Skin Care Updates
Posted on August 19th, 2010 No commentsHI Ladies,
It has been over a month since our last newsletter. We wanted to wait until our website was completed before we posted another letter. Sorry! It’s not finished yet, but it sure looks a lot nicer. We are hoping in the next month to be totally done!!!
We have added quite a few new products. If you click on antiwrinkle beauty tools you’ll find the little tool called the Dermaroller. (We were telling you about in our last newsletter) It’s quite the amazing beauty gadget and cost a fraction of the price of going into the spa for basically the same treatment. There is a lot of information regarding the benefits of using the Dermaroller. Check it out on our website! My mom used it only a few times and could tell a difference in her eye area. Definitely helped to firm and tone!
Right now we are in negotiations with a few skincare companies regarding their beauty products. Hopefully in the next few weeks we’ll have something concrete to show you.
This was just a quick little update. Keep checking the website for new skincare and beauty products.
For a 15% discount use code (fall10)
Testimonies
If you could purify rainwater, put it into lotion form, and bottle it, it would resemble Herbal Infused Cream Therapy. Pure moisturizer! Awesome product! I have tried countless moisturizers over the years for my face and the results are always the same: a tight, dry feeling just hours after applying. The bottom line is, you cant fool your skin. It knows the difference between man-made chemicals and synthetics and all natural herbs and vitamins that absorb, penetrate and nourish your skin. I’ve been using Herbal Infused Cream Therapy for 10 months, (I still have a third of the jar left, for someone who’s pretty tight with money, that means a lot.) This is the first product I’ve used this long and been more than throughly satisfied! No more tight, dry face! Do something nice for your face- something completely natural. Your skin will thank you now and years later!
Ginnie, Deerwood, MNEnjoy your day,
Tracy
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Fun Evening with Mineral Makeup.
Posted on June 2nd, 2010 No commentsHI Ladies,
Well, we hosted our first skincare/makeup party last week. We actually had a professional makeup artist come in and doll up all the ladies. I could have done it myself, but thought it would be fun to have someone else come in and help our first time around.
Her specialty was in the eye department. She did a great job. You could either go for the natural or eccentric look. Most of us went for the natural. Our all natural mineral eye shadows, eyeliners, and mascaras helped to create that perfect look. She gave tips on proper makeup application, and the necessity of professional makeup tools for creating the look you desire. The right brushes really do make a difference.
All in all it was a really fun evening. We hope to be doing these quite regularly, so if your interested please let me know. Besides the fact that these parties are just plain fun, we are offering the hostess some nice deals and discounts. We would start with our skincare line then proceed with our mineral makeup. As most of you know, great skincare products are a must for beautiful skin and also for proper application of mineral makeup.
We actually took some pictures and video footage of the evening and I’m hoping to have those on the website in the near future.
One other thing, we are going to be updating our website hopefully soon. Do you have any suggestions for the website? Anything you’d like to see, better navigation etc…. We are open for suggestions.
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Testimonies
I just wanted to put in a really good word for the Reparative Age-Defying serum, which I have been very impressed with to date. (I use it in my daily skin regimen.)Since the doc ordered me to start taking Tarceva (a non-small-cell cancer drug), I have been even more impressed with the serum. The drug has made all my skin so very, very dry!! I have had to purchase special lotions for my body to keep the skin from cracking and bleeding. BUT!! The only change I have had to make in my daily skin cleansing/moisturizing routine is to use the Reparative Age-Defying serum both AM and PM. And my skin on my face is just as soft and fresh as it was before I started the meds.
Gale C. – Denver CO
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Tracy
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All Natural Mascara
Posted on February 24th, 2010 No commentsHI Ladies,
I hope your all having an amazing week. Enjoy special savings on your favorite products today! Look for the coupon code at the end of this newsletter.
We are going to try and have testimonies on a regular basis. If you have a testimony on any of the skincare or mineral makeup products, please share. People love to hear what others are experiencing. Here is a skin care testimony from a 70 something young lady.I have been using some of the Natures Genesis Products for about a month now. There is already a noticeable change in my skin – it is much softer and younger-looking. I am using the oil cleanser at night followed by an application of the Reparative Anti-Aging Cream Therapy. In the morning, I clean my face with the Herbal Infused Cleansing Gel, followed by an application of the Reparative Anti-Aging Serum, and the eye cream.
I am so impressed with the way these products feel and with the effects on my skin, that I will be now be purchasing the Herbal Infused Facial Tonique (it is highly recommended by a friend of mine) followed by the Restorative Skin Therapy as a daytime moisturizer.
I have also tried samples of the Organic Botanical Mineral Foundation, and found the finish so much more satisfactory than the other very expensive mineral foundation I have been using. So, I will also be changing over to this foundation.
I am also happy to say that the prices are very competitive, I definitely get more for my money – a little of the product (whichever one) goes a long way!!Gale C. – Denver CO
Coming Soon!
Rejuva’s Mineral Mascara Lengthening & Thickening ~ Black mascara
Paraben Free!
* Titanium Dioxide Free
* Mica Free
* Builds and lengthens lashes!
* No clumping!
* Resists smudging!
* Resists water (not waterproof)!Contains Natural Waxes, and conditioning Pistachio Seed Oil and Vitamin E!
This mascara will be available at the end of February 2010.
Warmest regards,
Tracy
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New All Natural/Organic Mineral Makeup Line!
Posted on November 11th, 2009 No commentsRejuva Minerals are 100% free from Parabens, harsh chemicals or toxins, synthetic preservatives or fragrances, nanoparticles, micronized minerals and GMO’s. They have signed the Compact for Safe Cosmetics, are members of PETA’s Cruelty Free Program and do no animal testing. Rejuva Minerals loose powders are developed in the USA in an FDA Certified lab.
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EWG, The Enviromental Working Group, has set standards for the toxicity level in make up and skincare products. As you can see by the ratings above, Rejuva Minerals scores are extremely low, which speaks loud and clear of the purity found within this makeup line. There are very few makeup lines out there that are as pure as this. Thankfully those who have sensitive skin should have no problem with this product line as it carries no harmful ingredients.Here is a sampling of their rating on the EWG site: As you can see their products are amazingly pure.
0-2 low hazard, 3-6 moderate hazard, and 7-10 high hazard
Top EWG ratings
(1) Eyeshadow
(1) Bronzer Purely Basic in Golden Glow & Bronze Glow
(0) Organic Botanical blush
(0) Mineral makeup Organic Botanicals Foundation
Remember what we put on our face can harm us. Here are a few scientific finding regarding chemicals:- Skin treated with parabens show a 16 percent increase in skin cell fatality. This increase in cell death contributes to wrinkles, dark spots and diminished skin tone, thus making the skin look older. I can guarantee none of us want this! Again, check your labels and find out what your really putting on your face. You will be amazed.
- Propylene glycol is often called ‘industrial strength anti-freeze.’ It can permeate through skin layers and enter the blood stream, where it is suspected of causing liver abnormalities and kidney damage.
- Most scientists agree that at least 80% of the more than 200 different types of cancer are caused by toxic, synthetic chemicals.
Again, ladies, we really need to be well educated and well informed of what we take in our body and what we put on our body. The purer the product the better it will be for you in the long run.
Here are some comments from customers or their friends
I LOVE IT!
You Look So…..Nice
Very easy to use!
This makeup line is so pure and clean. Also, the mineral foundation is the very best that I have ever used. You will be amazed!
Why not give it a try!
Until next time,
Tracy
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