Behind every great company... is a REAL person!

I know there is a LOT of junk out there... the internet is not policed for truth, just opinion. So when someone takes the time to make a great, succinct video AND tell the real story behind a company's origins, that just thrills me!

Please enjoy this VERY short story... if you would like more detail, her very short autobiography is a wonderful glimpse into the life of a woman who overcame much so that women everywhere could have a better chance!

And if you want even more, check out  www.marykayfoundation.org for details about our charitable work, our goals for ending domestic violence and ending cancer,  and what we are doing to better communities all over the world!

what is success? an interview...

I watched this clip from Tyler Perry  and thought it definitely bore sharing :  http://youtu.be/AtzmKazpMd4

He is right! In any industry we work and do due diligence, but often there is something extra... and I think he nails it.  We put the excellence out there, and sometimes we will see exponential growth. Other seasons are more slow.

Answering the question...

Recently someone asked my husband if I was closing the studio doors and quitting. My initial reaction was, "What made him think that?" But then I realized that people ask things like that about every business out there at some point. I guess the assumption is that only BIG businesses hang around.
But you know, after I got over that moment of funny, I realized my real reaction: "No! I can't! I don't have time. I have clients to take care of, orders to fill, and so much more to learn and take back to my  business team."  It was as clear as day: my purpose in my work is as fulfilling to me as it is helpful to those with whom I work. Awesome sauce!

So hey, if you were wondering... maybe I typo-ed or put something unclear on Facebook one day?-- The doors to my studio are wide open and ready to continue serving you for the duration! Thanks for stopping by! www.faceinfive.com  Browse tips and trends, book an appointment, play in the virtual makeover suite 24/7.  Enjoy!

Merry Christmas!

Thank you so much for a year of great interaction and feedback!
You make blogging fun!

Merry Christmas!

-April

Big old fashioned stocking-stuffer sale!

Keep yourself and everyone on your list glowing and beautiful this holiday!
Super-Sale now thru Dec 23rd!
All Satin Hands Set, Miracle Set, and Ultimate Miracle Set skin care are 25% off retail plus a free gift, so stock up now! SH includes fresh peach, vanilla sugar, and fragrance free)

HUGE !!! Stocking Stuffer Sale... pre-wrapped & delivered free of charge!

check out the colors here: lip gloss and btc shades included

NouriShine Lip Glosses (silver cap) and Beauty That Counts lip color shades: $7 tax included through Dec 24th. Lip and eyeliners shown on the link above are $5.50, tax included. All LESS than half price... *while supplies last!

Choose from:
starry (clear shimmer) cream and sugar (creamy platinum)
beach bronze (shimmer) gold rush
bronze bliss (chocolately) coral rose (warm-pink)
melon sorbet (peachy) pink diamonds (sheer, cool pink)
fancy nancy (neutral pink) berry sparkle (berry+deep pink= yum!)
sweet raisin (warm caramel) sugarberry (orchid+plum, semi-sheer)

all beauty that counts shades are included, the shades that include a charitable donation!
gingerbread (coppery)
pink passion (playful and fun!)
confidence (deep burgundy plum)
compassion (plummy)
inspiration (soft, sheer pink)
give hope (soft reddish pink)
give joy (vibrant coral-pink)
give dreams (coppery-pink)
….supplies limited, get ‘em now!

All shades and formulas backed 100% for satisfaction PLUS a $1 contribution is made to Mary Kay Ask Charitable Foundation for every shade purchased. Curious about how our foundation uses those funds? Check us out below!

Mary Kay Foundation Website

Thank you for your incredible support of me and my family this year! You are truly the best!

new york, new you!

Today, in honor of the LAST day to do the NEW YORK makeover contest entries, I am posting lite and hitting the send button, as I still have a couple dozen people's photos to get into the contest from this past few days!

My personal favorite makeover from last week was the beautiful Tammy R.
While her day-smokey burgundy/platinum eyes and pink pout are soft and tough to see in this bright-light pic, the thing I most want to highlight is the difference in her skin! Tammy has two SMALL boys. Tammy has heavy sun damage and melasma staining on her skin. Not much longer, though! She has been taking care of her skin with our miracle set, microdermabrasion set, and even complexion duo... and her skin is so bright and even now! The foundation in the after pic is SHEER, folks!
Please enjoy the beautiful Tammy R.

a great day for...

Today is my buffer day. This is the day each week that I use to get all of my little stuff done. Work through my "f" list... you know, the list of things that would be distractions if not done...so I am playing catch up!
My to-do list is long today. Which makes for a GREAT day!

My family is planning for all the fun things we want to do together this holiday season.
I'm finishing the makeover contest in a few days.... and launching into a fun holiday program!
Hydration, custom fragrances, softened hands, I LOVE this time of year!
I have a team contest promoting friendly competition. 

And my fantastic customers... I am having so much fun catching up with each of these ladies and finding out what is happening in her world!

All on the heels of an amazing weekend with some of my favorite entrepreneurs on this planet! Mentoring, sister-girl friendship, just FUN and FOCUSED time with other women who juggle the many roles we rock as women: wife, mom, teacher, taxi, spiritual being, banker, home manager, and business owner. It is so energizing to spend time with women who are learning to live life on-purpose!
And so much fun to interact as new women join us each year and become our newest friends!

Well, time to get back to the list... :)