Mary Kay® At Play® - The perfect teen make-up

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When you are under the age of 25, I'm guessing Mary Kay® isn't the brand that comes to mind for make up. In the past Mary Kay® has catered to the more mature woman in terms of its color palette and price point. In 2013, Mary Kay® introduced its At Play® make up line specifically tailored to the younger look, the tag line: Live. Share. Love. Play.

When your daughter first asks to have a bit of lip gloss or eye shadow you will likely be unprepared for it and quickly overwhelmed at the number of options that the local drug store provides. Playing with make-up is a natural part of growing up and while some might say that allowing young girls to play with make-up makes them too focused on their body image, I say playing with make-up at a young age can be truly empowering! If your daughter, grand-daughter, or niece wants to wear make-up, teach them how to pick make-up that suits their coloring, how to find make-up that will be healthy for their skin, and that make-up needs to be cared for. Teach them to be responsible!

The Mary Kay® At Play® product line consists of four different products in four different tones to give you plenty of color choices without being overwhelming. Since each item sells for $10 retail, you are paying for the renowned Mary Kay® quality without breaking the bank.

The Mary Kay® At Play® Baked Eye Trio come in sets of three expertly coordinated colors that you can mix and match for countless personal looks.

• High quality pigmentation allows your look to last all day
• The color applies clump free and is crease resistant. 
• The color is lightweight while producing an intense impact.
• You can wear a single shade or build layers to make your look even more dramatic. 
• Apply dry for a subtle look or wet for a very intense color 

The Mary Kay® At Play® Baked Eye Trio come in four sets: Intense beachy blues (Ocean View), colors inspired by the desert sunset (On the Horizon), the perfect smoky eye palette (Tuxedo), and vivid earthy tones (Earth Bound). 

The Mary Kay® At Play® Eye crayon is the perfect addition to your eye make-up when you are ready to kick your look up to the next level and play with eye liners and more intense applications. 

• Coordinate with the Baked Eye Trios for more color combinations.
• Glides on smoothly, blends easily and is smear proof.
• You can use it as an eye shadow or an eye liner with a simple change in application.

The Eye crayons come in four shades: deep navy blue (In the Navy), intense purple (Purple Smoke), creamy gold (Gold Mine) and calm earthy green (Green Tea). 

The Mary Kay® At Play® Jelly Lip Gloss is the perfect solution for the girl on the go that wants to have those perfect glossy lips. 

• Intense glossy shine combined with a sheer color provide just a hint of color perfect for any age.
• Ultra-hydrating formula leaves lips feeling soft, smooth and fully moisturized. 

The Jelly Lip Gloss comes in four shades: pink (Berry Me), red (Hot Tamale),  purple (Crushed Plum) and a nude (Teddy Bare).

The Mary Kay® At Play® Lip Crayon provides a 2-in-1 lip liner and lip color that provides long lasting intense color. 

• Glides on smooth without drying out the lips. 
• Comfortable wear with a soft, buttery texture. 
• Blends easily and perfect for color layering
• Coordinates with the Jelly Lip Gloss colors

The Mary Kay® At Play® Lip Crayon comes in four shades: pink (Perfect Pink), red (Candied Apple),  purple (Violet Love) and a nude (Toasted).

As you can see this line is incredibly versatile no matter if you are searching for your very first brand of make-up or if you are looking to spice up your favorite go-to look. The Mary Kay® At Play® collection is the perfect make-up set to experiment with quality colors while remaining confident in the Mary Kay® brand. 

If you would like to try one or all of the Mary Kay® At Play® collection, contact me through my personal Mary Kay site. Have your tried the collection already? What were your favorite color combinations?

Timewise Miracle Set - Really a Miracle!

Mary Kay® TimeWise® Miracle Set®

Your skin is your body's largest organ and serves as a protective barrier between your internal organs and the outside world. Your body regulates its temperature through the skin and the skin also filters out harmful factors in the environment. All of these are reasons why it is so important to take care of your skin by keeping it clean, moisturized, protected and nourished. The TimeWise® Miracle Set® does all of these important tasks in less then five minutes per session!

When looking for a skin care routine, there are a few things I look for; quick, brainless, and effective. As the mother of two little boys, life around our house is very hectic. I'm lucky if I can carve out 5 minutes to shower in peace every morning let alone time to do my hair and make-up. So I'll admit when I was told that the TimeWise@ Miracle Set@ would take less than five minutes per morning I was pretty skeptical, so I put it to the test. The first time I used the set, I think it took more time to read the instructions for usage then to follow the three step process! It was amazing!

• Step 1: 3-in-1 Cleanser - This cleanser is designed to cleanse, exfoliate and refresh your skin in one simple step. There are two formulas to choose from depending on your skin type oily/combination and dry/normal. Different formulas are wonderful because what works for one type of skin won't work for another. If your aren't sure what type skin you have, feel free to ask me!
• Application: Apply the cleanser to a wet face and neck, avoid your eyes. Rinse with warm water or a damp washcloth. Use in the morning and night or anytime your face needs to be washed. 
• Step 2 Morning: Day Solution Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35 - This solution prevents sun damage and discoloration before it occurs by blocking UVA and UVB rays that are harmful for your skin. 
• Application: Apply a small amount to your face and gently massage into your face while avoiding your eyes. Reapply as necessary. 
• Step 2 Night: Night Solution - This serum is full of vitamin rich Nutribeads® that burst to deliver vitamins and antioxidants that will help your skin repair while you sleep. 
• Application: Apply a small amount to your face and gently massage into your face while avoiding your eyes. 
• Step 3: Age-Fighting Moisturizer - This moisturizer is designed to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by hydrating for up to 10 hours. Skin full of moisture is smoother, firmer and younger looking. 
• Application: Apply a small amount of moisturizer to your face and neck and gently massage into the skin until it soaks in. 

The most amazing part of this set is that a very small amount of product goes a LONG way, so a set lasts anywhere from three to six months when used daily, that amounts to less than $0.50 cents per day to keep your skin looking heathy and young. 

So... I know you are asking, does it really work? YES! After using the system just ONCE you will notice how your skin feels clean and refreshed. The more you use it the softer your skin feels and the fewer fine lines you will notice. 

Mary Kay® TimeWise® Miracle Set® Retails for $90 and contains:

     3-In-1 Cleanser, 4.5 oz.

     Age-Fighting Moisturizer, 3 fl. oz.
     Day Solution Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 35*, 1 fl. oz.
     Night Solution, 1 fl. oz.

If you would like to try this product or any others on this site, contact me at my personal MaryKay website, or leave me a note in the comment section below.