New Skin Care Line In Final Stages Of Development

My new skin care line is getting through the final stages of testing. I had thought I would get it launched much sooner, but as I found out, nothing at this level of working with skin care products can be rushed to market. Plus, I still have packaging and labeling decisions to make, along with product photography. I also am working on names for the products. Phew....decisions...decisions.

I have worked diligently through the research of selecting the best formulas to accomplish the perfect combination of ingredients that would not sensitize skin and would only help to soothe, soften and alleviate dryness of the complexion. Not only have I tested countless formulations on my own extremely sensitive skin, I have had family and friends also give me their accounting of how each skin care product did for them. Believe me, I sustained some irritation while going through my testing phase. No further testing was required beyond that. If it didn't pass the Katherine Corkill Test, then that formula was discarded without further adieu.

As I move toward making this a reality for my company, I also am hoping to be able to offer free samples to my returning lady clients when they order full size mineral powders from Sterling Minerals. If this phase occurs for further testing, an announcement will be placed under our "Specials" and "What's New" links. So keep an eye out...plus I will send out an announcement in my skin care guide.

Now I would like to introduce you to what is coming up and what I have narrowed my selection down to in my skin care line. The consistency in my creams was equally as important for being lightweight, no greasy after feel, absorb quickly softening and aiding in soothing skin conditions. They are so luscious and scrumptious in feel and texture, you may want to eat them up, but please don't! Just slather the wonderful fluffy, silken cream on your face and feel the wonderful difference.

Allow me to offer a sneak peek at the proposed formulations ingredient list for each product so you might see how this new line might work for your skin. Ingredients are listed according to ratios in descending order. These creams for the most part are unscented except where an inherent aroma occurs with using natural and organic botanicals. The skin creams are all certified Vegan! I also am using a synthetic preservative system combined with organic preservatives for better skin health and safety against a product going bad. The ratio is less than 1% to total product. I also wrote a piece on preservative systems. An excellent article for those who wish to know more about preservatives and how they work.

Mature, Dry, Some Normal Skin Types Face Cream

This skin cream has a luscious natural light citrus scent that revitalizes the senses. Does not linger.

Aloe barbadensis (Aloe) Juice, Rosa damascena (Rose) Distillate, Butyrospermun parkii (Shea) Butter, Emulsifying Wax NF, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel), Theobroma cacao (Natural Cocoa) Butter, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Palm Stearic Acid, Mangifera indica (Mango) Butter, Citrus sinensis (Sweet Orange) Essential Oil, Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide Gum), Lavandula officinalis (Lavender) Essential Oil, Mannan, Salix nigra (Organic Black Willow Bark) Extract, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Oleoresin, Azadirachta indica (Neem)Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid

Mature, Dry, Normal, Combination, Acneic Face Cream 80% Organic

Aloe barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Juice, Lavendula angustifolia (Organic Lavender) Distillate, Anthemis nobilis (Organic Roman Chamomile) Distillate, Cocos nucifera (Organic Coconut) Oil, Emulsifying Wax NF, Palm Stearic Acid, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba) Oil, Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed) Oil, Persea americana (Avocado) Oil, Prunus dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel), Camellia sinensis (Organic Green Tea) Extract, Urtica dioica (Organic Nettle Leaf) Extract, Stellaria media (Organic Chickweed) Extract, Ulmus fulva (Organic Slippery Elm) Extract, Silybum marianum (Organic Milk Thistle) Extract, Althea officinalis (Organic Marshmallow Root) Extract, Avena sativa (Organic Oatstraw) Extract, Aphanizomenon flos-aqua (Blue Green Algae), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Cannabis sativa (Hemp) Oil, Salix nigra (Organic Black Willow Bark) Extract, Mannan, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Oleoresin, Azadirachta indica (Neem) Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid

Mature, Oily, Normal, Combination, Sensitive, Damaged Face Cream 81% Organic

Aloe barbadensis (Organic Aloe Vera) Juice, Hibiscus sp. (Hibiscus) Flower Extract, Cocos nucifera (Organic Coconut) Oil, Rosa mosqueta (Rosehip) Seed Oil, Emulsifying Wax NF, Stearic Acid, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Beta Carotene (Pro Vitamin A), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester), Calcium d-Pantothenate (Pro-Vitamin B5), Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide Gum), Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Oleoresin, Azadirachta indica (Neem) Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid

My facial cleansers are both Sulfate Free and Paraben Free and will leave absolutely nothing except a perfectly clean face. They are not Vegan due to milk and honey extracts.

Facial Cream Cleanser for Sensitive, Mature, Dry, Sun damaged, Oily, Normal and Combination 81% Organic pH 4.5-5.5

Cleans the skin wonderfully without leaving residue or drying it out.

Aloe barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Juice, Camellia sinensis (Organic Green Tea) Extract, Lactose (Milk), Lavendula angustifolia (Organic Lavender) Distillate, Anthemis nobilis (Organic Roman Chamomile) Distillate, Rosa damascena (Rose) Distillate, Vitis vinifera (Grapeseed) Oil, Emulsifying Wax NF, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Hamamelis virginiana (Witch Hazel), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide Gum), Organic Honey, Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester), d-Calcium Pantothenate (Pro-Vitamin B5), Retinol Palmitate (Vitamin A), Mannan, Salix nigra (Black Willowbark) Extract, Azadirachta indica (Neem) Oil, Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary) Oleoresin, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium Edta, Citric Acid

Facial Cleanser for Sensitive, Acneic, Oily, Normal and Combination pH 5-6

Will not strip skin of its' natural oils. Has a fresh, clean inherent aroma and just leaves a nice fresh complexion.

Aloe barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Juice, Lavendula angustifolia (Organic Lavender) Distillate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Cocopolyglucoside Tartrate, Sodium Cocopolyglucoside Citrate, Avena sativa (Oat) Extract, Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide Gum), Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Organic Honey, Hydrolized Wheat Proteins, d-Calcium Pantothenate (Pro-Vitamin B5), Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium Edta

Facial Toner for Sensitive, Acneic, Mature, Dry, Sun damaged, Oily, Normal and Combination 95% Organic pH 4.5-5.5

Great overall toner for many skin types. Possesses a light fresh inherent subtle aroma of Rose which does not linger. Certified Vegan.

Aloe barbadensis (Organic Aloe) Leaf Juice, Rosa damascena (Rose) Distillate, (Vaccinium Myrtillus (Organic Bilberry) Extract, Saccharum officinarum (Organic Sugar Cane) Extract, Acer Saccharinum (Organic Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus auranium dulcis (Organic Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus medica limonum (Organic Lemon) Extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon (Organic Cranberry) Extract, Dimethlaminoethanol (DMAE Bitartrate ), Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Salix nigra (Black Willowbark) Extract, Polysorbate, Melaleuca alternifolia (Tea Tree) Essential Oil, Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium Edta, Citric Acid

Now for my very favorite and I saved the best for last.

Facial Serum Mature, dry, normal, sensitive and combination can also stand alone as a light moisturizer for oily or acneic skin.

Smells wonderful as though you stepped into an English Tea Rose Garden. The scent is ever so subtle, yet won't linger. I can't get enough of this, no greasy after feel and extremely cooling to the skin. I have chosen a formula that helps to fight free radical damage to the skin and to aid in fighting progression of further skin damage which is consistent with aging. Certified Vegan.

Rosa damascena (Rose) Distillate, Aloe barbadensis (Organic Aloe Vera) Juice, Kosher Vegetable Glycerin, Dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE), Emulsifying Wax NF, Limnanthes alba (Meadowfoam) Seed Oil, Vaccinium myrtillus (Organic Bilberry) Extract, Saccharum officinarum (Organic Sugar Cane) Extract, Acer saccharinum (Organic Sugar Maple) Extract, Citrus auranium dulcis (Organic Orange) Fruit Extract, Citrus medica limonum (Organic Lemon) Extract, Vaccinium macrocarpon (Organic Cranberry) Extract, Tocopherol (Vitamin E), Sodium Hyaluronate (Hyaluronic Acid), Ascorbyl Palmitate (Vitamin C Ester), CoQ10, Beta Carotene (Pro Vitamin A), Retinol Palmitate (Vitamin A), Alpha Lipoic Acid, DL- Thioctic Acid, d-Calcium Pantothenate (Panthenol Vitamin B5), Niacinamide (Vitamin B3), Daucus carota (Carrot) Oil, Lecithin, Xanthan Gum (Polysaccharide gum), Phenoxyethanol, Tetrasodium EDTA, Citric Acid

As you can see I have provided lots of anti-oxidants, organics and natural humectants for the skin to fight the signs of aging. There is everything your skin needs in this facial serum except the kitchen sink. This will also be our premiere product in the entire line.

As I get continued feedback from customers, some of these on my list may still not make my final cut except for the Facial Serum. This one is a given and I personally cannot live without it in my own skin care regimen. Be sure to pass them out to your spouse since these will also be wonderful for a mans' skin.

All have a wonderful weekend and I will keep you apprised as we progress to the final stages.