TIPS is a true multi-tasker!

From the beginning of September I have had the pleasure of taking the customer care calls at our head office in Burlington, Ontario, Canada.  The success stories I hear are so touching they send chills up and down my spine.  Sometimes I even have tears in my eyes when I hear the accounts from women, who have literally tried everything on the market to achieve those finger nails they have always longed for.  Some tell me they have been using TIPS Nail Conditioner for years, while others have only begun a few months ago.  However, all of them tell me how much they appreciate the product and the longer, stronger nails they now have.  It is so moving.

 

 

 

Well, on Oct. 3rd while I was at my desk answering the phone I received a call from a lady from Canada, who actually called to tell me about another possible use for TIPS.  As a follow-up to our interesting conversation she sent me an email, which I would like to share with you today.

 

Greetings:

Further to our telephone conversation I would like to say that I have been using your products ever since Karen first brought them to the Shopping Channel. TIPS for Toes has made an amazing improvement in the condition of my nails. For years before discovering this product, my nails broke off all the time (worse in winter), I had hangnails and split cuticles, and for years one nail had a split from the cuticle to the end and always broke off to the quick of my finger -- not a pretty sight.

 

However, there was a dramatic change when I started using TIPS for Toes on my nails and now I have no hangnails and, with your Contour nail file, all my nails are the same shape and I am very happy with the look of my hands.

 

Another reason for contacting you is to pose a suggestion for another use for this wonderful product. Because I have many allergies, I am unable to use any type of eye serum or eye cream, even though they are advertised as being fully tested for allergies . I've tried them all, but soon experience itching, tearing, redness and sandy dry eyes. One morning, however, I had applied my TIPS while sitting on the side of my bed and because my eyes felt dry and itchy, I began rubbing them before massaging the TIPS formula on my hands. When I realized what I had done, I was a little worried, but to my surprise the itching and dryness felt actually better. Now as part of my morning routine I repeat this every day and my eyelashes are more silky and my eyes are never dry or red.

My question and suggestion for your consideration is to possibly put this formula in a wand to be applied to eyelashes much like mascara or to prepare them for mascara. I am certain that anyone using it would be absolutely thrilled with the results.

Thank you for a great product.


Rebecca

 

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We are thrilled to hear from TIPS users and how they are getting along with our products, but in no way do we make any medical claims about the ASK Cosmetics' line-up of products.  We are happy to share the experiences our customers have made in finding other, very helpful applications for our products.  For example, Elena, whose right hand was unbearably painful, irritated and flakey, but by applying a unique combination of the ASK Cosmetics' products her embarassing problem vanished. 

Her story is "Revival for Elena's Hands". 

 

All photos shown in this post were provided by ASK Cosmetics.  The testimonial was sent to me by email on Oct. 3rd, 2012 and has been uneditted. 

Winterizing your body

I think all of us find something very special about this season, even though umbrellas and big coats are already out in full force.  Personally, I love autumn and all it has to offer:  long, romantic walks through a forest of blazing colours, culinary treats made from squash, pumpkin and co., Halloween, the first fires in front of the fireplace and let's not forget the build-up to Christmas.  But, now it is time to seriously start thinking about our skin.

 

Both central heating and cooler outdoor temperatures affect our skin, hair, nails and complexion.  As you turn up the heating you will notice your skin drying out.  Unfortunately, the dry heat you get from central heating is unlike the nourishing Vitamin D filled warmth you get from the sun and, it leaves you flakey and dehydrated.

 

Coming in from the cold temperatures doesn't give your skin a chance to acclimatise, and likewise, jumping from a cool room into a hot shower in the mornings simply pushes your body to the edge of destruction.

So, what can we do about this?

1.)  The absolute best (and cheapest) single thing we can do is drink lots of water.  Your skin is being put under great strain, and water is the best healer.  Water will have a huge effect on the way your skin looks and feels.

 

2.)  Use a light exfoliator (or exfoliating mask) to keep the dry skin at bay.  It would be ideal to do this 2 - 3 times a week followed by a heavy moisturizer to replenish dry "winter" skin.  Depending on your skin type you might prefer a skin oil instead of a moisturizer cream.

 

3.)  If your hair is likely to suffer as well and become frizzy and unmanageable even at the best of times, then you will need a shampoo that doesn't contain any harsh surfactants.  Remember, we are really cleaning our scalps when we shampoo, and a mild shampoo would be the best way to go.

 

 

All the cosmetic products by ASK Cosmetics are enhancing for your skin, nails and hair.  They put back what nature intended to be there in the first place.  There are no harsh surfactants or waxes and silicones in their Skin Conditioning Milk or their Daily-Use Shampoo & Conditioner, because these ingredients are not natural for your hair or skin, and actually strip them of moisture. 

 

Both the Daily-Use Shampoo and the Hand & Nail Cleanser are 98% milder than baby soaps, yet get the job done efficiently.  In fact, several of these products are multi-taskers, for example:  the Hand & Nail Cleanser is also great for removing make-up and for people with acne, eczema and very dry hands; the Skin Conditioning Milk can be used to replenish moisture from head to toe - used as a facial cream, all-over body cream, foot cream, hand lotion.  As it is gender-neutral, even the men like using it! 

 

To find out more about the innovative technology behind the ASK Cosmetics products go to:  the ASK Cosmetics website.  All their products are available through their online shop, or by calling the company toll-free 1-877-275-5566 and ordering directly, or through QVC US & The Shopping Channel in Canada.

 

 Do you have any good tips for winterizing your skin?

 

Thanks for reading and have a great day, Lisa M.

 

Nail art can be so easy, yet full of effect!

It's not too often that I get the chance to try out new and interesting nail art designs.  However, after seeing so many of the "cloud manis" I became fascinated at how such a design might work.  It certainly looked easy enough (as most of them normally do), but actually getting all the clouds to be perfectly round and even turned out to be more challenging than I expected.

 

For my first cloud mani I chose:  Maybelline's Colour Show "Pedal to the Metal" as my base colour.  Then I used two shades by ASK Cosmetics:  "Oh So Aubergine" and the lighter one called "Romantic Sunset".

 

My first impression of the finished product was "not too bad", but upon closer inspection one can see that the clouds are not as even as I wanted them to be.  After wearing this mani out and about for a few days I received lots of looks and compliments.  I also realized how intimidated most people are at "trying their hand" at nail art. 

 

 

I loved the colour combination.  The darker shade "Oh So Aubergine" seems to create depth and a kind of lining around the clouds.  Some might even say it looks like a storm is brewing. Nevertheless, this mani is super simple to do not requiring any special tools.  As the nail polishes (at least the ones I used) were very fast drying, there is little room for error.  You have to work quickly and place those cloud outlines perfectly.  Try it and have some fun!

 

Thanks for stopping by and have a memorable day!

 

Til next time, Lisa M.

 

 

One more chance to win in September!

Well, believe it or not, it has happened once again.  One of the two lucky winners of last week's TGIF Giveaway failed to claim her prize package within the alotted 72 hours.  Very unfortunate for her, but very lucky for all of you, because we are going to award one more lucky person the "Winterize Your Body - Head to Toe Prize Package". 

 

 

 

ASK Cosmetics' next giveaway will be in connection with the upcoming live shows on The Shopping Channel in Canada taking place on Mon. Sept. 24th @ 7.30 - 8.00 am, 11.30 - 12 noon, 5.30 - 6.00 pm and 8.30 - 9.00 pm EST.

 

Here's how it is going to work:  approx. every 12 hours between now and Sept. 24th photos of the items that will be featured in kits on The Shopping Channel will be posted on the ASK Cosmetics Facebook page. 

To enter all you have to do is:  like, comment and/or share the photos, that will be posted every 12 hours leading up to Monday Sept. 24th,  and your name will be entered each time in the random draw, which will take place on Monday Sept. 24th after the last live show at 9 pm.  You have multiple chances to enter and win.  You are not limited to one entry only.  

 

The winner will be announced here on my blog and posted on Facebook as well. He/she will have 72 hours to claim their prize by contacting me (Lisa Mueller) at lmueller@askcosmetics.com.

 

The very best of luck to all!  ASK Cosmetics loves introducing people to their products and helping them achieve great-looking nails, skin and hair.  Our mission is to transform your nails into the healthiest, most gorgeous talons - the nails you have always wanted to have.

 

Til next time, Lisa M.

 

Important note: 

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TGIF Giveaway is here again!

ASK Cosmetics is giving away not one, but two prize packages this week because the winner of last week's giveaway did not claim her prize.

 

So, 2 lucky people will receive the complete ASK Cosmetics kit of products to help winterize your skin and nails:  TIPS Nail Conditioner, TIPS for Toes, Revival Skin Conditioning Milk, Revival Hand & Nail Cleanser, and for better filing and sealing of your nails the Contour Nail File by ASK Cosmetics Inc.

 

 

This wonderful prize package is worth more than $100.  To enter this giveaway you must be a fan of the ASK Cosmetics Facebook page and/or a follower of Lisa's Nailcare Blog.  Then by simply sharing the giveaway, commenting on the FB post or liking the FB post your name will be entered.  The draw will take place on Sunday Sept. 16th @ 12 noon EST.  The winners' names will be posted on FB and will have 72 hours to contact Lisa Mueller (me) by email at lmueller@askcosmetics.com in order to claim their prize.  Please don't miss out on this!

 

 Good luck to all!

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