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Anti-aging routines—start early!
 by Kathleen Davies

Women visit Maxine Warsh Facial Rejuvenation for her trademark anti-aging microcurrent treatment to fight the signs of aging, and for Maxine’s signature all-natural skin products. If you’re not doing either, Maxine recommends you reconsider and start an anti-aging skincare routine… sooner rather than later.

Maxine, listening to you talk about why every woman should consider microcurrent is almost like hearing a motivational speaker in full flood. Why are you so passionate?
Because microcurrent helps you look and feel younger and I see people every day who don’t take care of themselves and come to me when it’s almost too late.

 That’s why I’m in the throes of expanding my network and have developed natural and all-green, chemical-free skin care products. I want people to start young to stay young!

Where and when should we start?
ASAP! You may not think it, but if you’re over 30 years old you probably already have nerve and tissue damage that could do with repair. Your skin will be starting to show its age. To counteract this, there’s a lot you can do with adding moisture to your skin, inside and out.  Drink your 8 glasses water quota every day (at least). Also pat water on, as I’ve indicated previously in this space, before your moisturizer. Don’t dry your skin when you wash it but dab it and then treat with moisturizer on your damp skin.  

Anything else?
Microcurrent, of course, but some people may not be within easy visiting distance of my locations. If not, I recommend stop using chemicals on your skin, especially for cleaning.

I’m guessing you have an alternative?
Exactly. Cleansers and toners/astringents, etc., can be very drying and rarely live up to expectations. The MWFR epiCLEANSE wash cloth is one of my favorite products and I wish everyone could have one. I call it my little miracle.
My concern that people be able to get the best care for their skin, wherever they happen to live, led me to epiCLEANSE. I wanted people to be able to start taking care, even if they couldn’t get into see me… gently, with a product that doesn’t dry out the tissue or make their skin problems worse, and without breaking the bank. If fact, the epiCLEANSE often helps with skin issues. Some clients who had rosacea and acne problems swear by it and reorder so they always have a new cloth for their own use and to give to friends, even daughters!

The epiCLEANSE retails at 3 for $20, is washable and reusable, and is the natural green way to clean your complexion.  All you do is add water to clean grime and makeup gently from your skin. Rinse and reuse. It’s that simple. On your still damp skin, you then add moisture. I’ve outlined the procedure on my website, but the main proviso is to stop using harsh washing scrubs and grains, toners and astringents… be nice to your skin and it will be nice to you.
I understand that’s why you recommend microcurrent, too? Because it’s gentle?
I’ve never thought of it quite that way, but it is. When you look at the range of skin treatments available from dermabrasion to cosmetic surgery, they’re hard on the skin and on the body.  You have to spend some time away from the public gaze in downtime to recover.

Microcurrent doesn’t need this?
Microcurrent is non-invasive and non-surgical. It’s not dangerous. It’s totally pain free and relaxing. There are no side effects except looking better. And feeling better.

Can you explain how it works, for those who don’t know?
It’s a little like acupuncture, which transmits under pressure. Microcurrent transmits very mild sub sensory electrical pulses to stimulate collagen and plump up the skin, working in the same way exercise in the gym firms up your body. It’s quite wonderful.

What are the results?
It works to redefine facial contours, hydrating, nourishing and plumping and stimulating collagen. Most people see the difference in the mirror right away and are hooked. And I do mean people… not only women, but their partners and spouses come in for treatment. This may be why it’s so popular with celebs. They can get back in front of the camera or on the stage. It’s also great if you’re in the public eye in any capacity, such as presenting in front of colleagues in the boardroom. You can go straight from a treatment with no worries.

What’s involved?
Most people come for about 12 visits, lasting about an hour each, and then once a month for maintenance. However, I have some clients who come more often, even weekly, and before a big company or social event. They like to look and feel more youthful and rely on microcurrent to do its job.

What if you’re younger and don’t think you need anti-aging treatment yet?
It’s never too soon to start. I think of the benefits as both cumulative and preventative. It’s all about improving circulation. Texture improves, tone improves. A number of clients say that blemishes and superficial scars often fade or disappear completely and it’s good for rosacea and acne.

What would you advise people to do if they’re starting to see wrinkles?
Try microcurrent, if you can get in to see me. If not, at least make a start with some of my other recommendations and do good for your skin with an anti-aging regime. Even if you’re not seeing any wrinkles yet… it’s never too early to start doing what you can to take care of your skin.

(On the subject of expanding locations, Maxine is always looking for people to expand with, so please see www.MaxineWarsh.com or www.skinbeautybusiness.com if you have a salon, are an RMT, stylist, or would like to be in the wellbeing/beauty industry and open a small business or work from home. There’s so much interest in microcurrent… get in on the wave!)

For more information: www.MaxineWarsh.com  www.skinbeautybusiness.com 416 221 0568

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Speaking to mycolleagues yesterday, we were talking about what our clients consider good health. My friend Dr. Steven Yen a chiropractor said that his clients think that being out of pain as good health. My friend and Dr. of Homeopathy, Tamara der-Ohanian said that when her clients are not feeling emotionally unbalanced they feel “healthy”. We all agreed that treating symptoms is just that, a relief for symptoms alone. We all agreed that good health is about PREVENTION. Prevention is staying healthy and avoiding the pain and imbalance we can come to know occasionally or chronically. Our culture does not support the concept of prevention as the “norm”. We call it alternative or complimentary medicine. It seems interesting to me that with all the research and findings we are exposed to that we aren’t treating Prevention as the norm. Yes, we all know eating properly, exercising, drinking plenty of water, etc are good for us, but are we treating the lifestyle that supports this way of health as our normal way of life? One has to consider this question and ask oneself ,” how do I prevent growing old?” Isn’t that the whole idea behind Anti Aging? Aren’t we a bit overly concerned with our looks and physical appearance without considering that anti aging is about good health. And good health is about prevention. Taking long walks and laughing. Thinking positive thoughts and feeling like you are in love with life and yourself is a preventative lifestyle. Enjoying your friendships and outings with your friends is also a way to prevent looking old. When one smiles they look youthful…so smile often. Emotional well being keeps us from looking old. Do you love your life? How about your job? Is there a good work life balance? When you eat are you enjoying the food you eat. Are you enjoying nature. We tend to take so much for granted and run through our day with our lists of things to do as our life guide. Wait, it’s Thanksgiving…a wonderful time to stop and give thanks for our health, our families and anything we feel grateful for. I like to treat Thanksgiving as a New Year Celebration and to pay closer attention to the beauty in my life, from my wonderful husband and family to my friends and clients and all the things that I have accomplished…not what has to be done. Every day is a gift and I am thankful for it. This attitude of gratitude is a huge step in staying ageless.  Until next time I wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and a life of good health and ageless beauty.

Like everyone who wants to stop the appearance of aging I love to see all the new “anti-aging” products that make claims. I probably want to see them for different reasons than most, as I develop a line of all natural skin care that has absolutely no fillers or chemical preservatives, and they are every bit (if not more) effective than any product out there making ridiculous claims. The only difference is mine are 100% safe, nourishing products that feed your skin with healthy essential oils. I feel very passionate about the word “safe” when I talk about my products. Do you realize that if a skin care product lives on the store shelf  it must have something in it to preserve it? This is very disturbing as it is giving with one hand and taking away with the other. When we use topical  products with chemical preservatives we are also putting them inside of us. Hence the saying , “what goes on you goes in you”.  In our faces we are looking at the pineal gland and the pituitary gland, both at the point between the eyes. Move down to the throat and we have the thyroid gland. Why on earth would you put any chemical products on these  precious glands that could be harmful to you in any way? 

Did you know,when we use  products with chemicals, the facial skin usually gets a quick fix or a sudden boost. Then the effects taper off. If we stop using these products the results are worse then when we started. This is one reason we are sold more and more products to continue to give the skin a “new” boost. Some skin care product manufactures and estheticians suggest changing products occasionally to keep the appearance of the results obvious.

What are we to do?

READ THE LABELS!!!!!! We must be our own advocates. We allow the fear of aging to take over our lives. The skin care companies know this and they feed your fear to make sales. Skin care manufacturing  is one of the most competitive businesses out there and each one is vying for your business. Lovely “sexy” advertising, promises of romance and happiness are lures to make you buy their products. In the day and age when everyone has a computer, there is no reason why we shouldn’t look up the “ingredients”  on the label. Do you know one of the most common preservatives is anti freeze? That’s right, anti freeze.

  PROPYLENE GLYCOLand any other chemical listed with “PROP“ in the name
A common ingredient and primary skin irritant even at low levels of concentrations. Antifreeze ingredient, also used in brake and hydraulic fluid, airplane deicer, paints and coatings, floor wax, portable water systems, swimming pool products, liquid laundry detergent, pet food. Used in industry to down protein-yes, what skin is made of! Causes contact dermatitis, kidney damage, liver abnormalities, damages cell membranes. Found in most forms of make-up, hair products, lotions, after-shaves, deodorants, mouthwashes & toothpastes. EPA requires workers to wear protective gloves, clothing and goggles when working with this toxic substance. The Material Safety Data Sheet for Propylene Glycol clearly states to ~AVOlD CONTACT WITH SKIN.~Do you know that this is carcinogenic?

Are you aware of parabens and the common use of these agents in skin care products?  

PARABENS
Preservatives widely used even though are known to be toxic. Have caused many allergic reactions and skin rashes. Methyl Paraben combines benzoic acid with the methyl group of chemicals. Highly toxic, cellular toxin. A recent study suggests that these compounds can imitate the estrogen in the body. Propyl Paraben is also a cellular toxin, used as a cheap preservative, irritating to the skin in formulations higher than 5% and many commercial products contain higher amounts than this. These too are carsinognic.

Do your homework and read the labels. Tell your friends that they must learn to read the labels on the food they buy and the skin care they use. Your skin is your largest organ. It is showing you more than your can imagine. Not only do you have to look good in the skin your in, you must feel good in it too.

Look for the next blog on how Juicing helps keep you and your skin looking young!

Have a beautiful day!

It seems that every time I watch a popular TV show,  read a magazine ,or newsletter the press is paying attention to Raquel Welch’s new book,” Beyond the Cleavage”. I was home, with a cold last Monday and actually had the time to watch Oprah Winfrey interview Raquel for one hour. She will be 70 years old on her next birthday and she looks outstanding. She has no secrets about her ageless beauty and has had no surgery that she admits to. Her regime is two hours of exercise a day. I remember buying her book, Raquel The Raquel Welch Total Beauty and Fitness Program long ago, to learn the yoga she practiced. In her book she said, “My body is the shape I live in, and it shapes the way I live.” Wow!

Raquel was doing Bikram yoga many years ago. She also does Pilate’s and some weight training. A low-protein and fresh organic fruit diet affords her the good health and the fantastic figure she sports at 69 years of age. What an inspiration!

In a newsletter this week from Dolce Dolce when talking about Raquel’s exercise regime, “According to a new study by researchers at Harvard University, middle-aged women must exercise an hour a day through moderate activity to maintain their weight. Experts who commented on the study added it doesn’t have to be a traditional workout, or done in a single period. Activities such as brisk walking qualify.”

I say if one hour a day is all it takes to stay healthy, why not?! For goodness sake, it’s only ONE hour…(I am talking to myself here) I work out with my trainer two times a week and teach yoga twice a week. I LOVE the way I feel from these activities. It’s a part of my daily schedule. My clients that exercise have better muscle tone in their faces than those that don’t. For women, stretching is Number One. Yoga, Pilates,  and other stretching exercises are wonderful. Cardio is a must as we age and light resistance training is also advised. Walking briskly , bike riding and swimming are wonderful ways to keep fit and the weight in check. So many ways to exercise, it’s easy and important to find one you enjoy doing. Remember to vary the exercise routine to avoid boredom. Keep challenging yourself at a pace that agrees with your body. Move, move, move. Exercise is good for you body, mind and spirit. When we look good we feel good and when we feel good, we look good. It’s a win-win. When I was in training for Kundalini teaching we were told that if we were on our death bed to get up and exercise. A strong statement driving home the message. Heck, if Raquel Welch can keep the look of aging at bay I will take that example and inspiration as my model and fight the aging process gracefully and naturally.

Wishing you happy exercising, abundant health and ageless beauty.

After 51 years of loving and drinking coffee I have stopped “cold turkey”!  And I feel wonderful.

Why stop you ask?  Good question!  I thought it was time to detox and heard a great interview on the book  THE SKINNY:ON LOSING WEIGHT WITHOUT BEING HUNGRY-THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO WEIGHT LOSS SUCCESS by Louis J. Aronne.It was advised that one detox before you start a diet. What does detox mean? Before starting a diet to loose weight one should not ingest wheat,caffeine,dairy or sugar for two weeks. Protein, fruit and vegetables are allowed. After two weeks you will have cleansed without starving or feeling hungry. I liked the premise and thought I would ween myself off of the “forbidden” foods one at a time. I decided to go for the perceived most difficult one first and that was coffee, my beloved morning beverage. The whole reason I wanted to wake up in the morning was to smell and taste the coffee with “just the right amount” of Half and Half. Wel,l after day 1 I actually felt better and didn’t miss the coffee…beginners luck I thought. Day 2 I felt fine and started drinking hot water and lemon with honey, YUM!! I noticed I had more energy and slept better and I also noticed the bloated belly was looking less bloated! Day three I had no desire to have a cup of coffee but I was having brunch with a friend and thought that if I had a cup of coffee it would hold me over for a few hours. I made the coffee and had a sip and didn’t want it! So I drank water. It has been 5 weeks and I have not had one headache or any other symptom of withdrawal from eliminating this wonderful beverage. My skin looks more toned, my desire for sweets has deminished, my energy remains high, my bloat has practically gone away completely, my digestion is much better and my overall eating habits have changed. All the foods I loved to have with coffee are no longer desired. This was much easier than I ever dreamed it would be. I am not saying never again, but as long as I feel this good and have no desire to have coffee, I will not.

I would like to challenge anyone who feels they could make one small change in their diets to make a positive difference. Try giving up one of the forbidden foods…dairy, caffeine, wheat or sugar. Let me know about your experience and how you feel. It would be interesting to compare notes. Challenging ourselves is a wonderful way to grow spiritually. We tend to pay more attention to ourselves, our thoughts and ideas when we take a challenge. We feel more “alive” and attentive. How beautiful is that? Attention to the self and vitality have no age. We are ageless in spirit and that feeling of youth is reflected in the glow of our skin from a place much deeper than words can explain.

Here is to your good health and ageless beauty.

Why the Ageless Beauty Business?

 In my early 20′s I managed the tennis pro shop in a  prestigious yacht and tennis club in Miami. I was exposed to a very affluent clientele and soon became friends with many of  the members. One day after work I was invited into the clubhouse for drinks . One thing I could count on was intelligent conversation. This day was no exception. I was engaged in a great conversation with a gentleman who made a marked impression in my young mind. We were talking about “life” and aging well, men and women, relationships, divorce and marriage …… when I asked  about his idea of a  beautiful woman, he gave me a wonderful insight into his heart . He said,”There is no such thing as an unattractive woman. A woman can always wear the right makeup, have a great hair cut and proper clothing to bring out her best features. A woman’s beauty goes far beyond her face. Once a man is attracted to a woman if there is a chemistry this woman is beautiful.”

It’s many years later and those words still remain clear in my head. Being a woman who always loved grooming, makeup and fashion, I never forgot that beauty goes beyond an outer appearance. When I fell into the Ageless Beauty Business I kept hearing the wise words of my friend from Miami. I agree, there is no such thing as an unattractive woman and I vowed to treat every woman who walked through my door as the beauty she already was. I also vowed to treat each woman the way I wanted to be treated. Hence, the philosophy of my business model was born and I created an environment I would to go to if I was a client. Like a woman’s beauty the environment of the ageless beauty business goes deeper than the physical appearance of the environment. And the women who cross my entrance are wonderful beyond words. They are truly beautiful from the inside out. I sometimes reflect about the day and the clients who grace the treatment bed and I feel grateful that we have found each other.

The vision as the business grows is to keep the heart and soul of the business  a simple and loving one. Nourishing men and women in their innate beauty and helping them feel good about themselves is top priority. The employees and affiliate partners that are attracted to this philosophy are naturally successful in this business. And interestingly, the partners who are interested in affiliating with my business model bring a wealth of information that adds valuable knowledge adding to the practice of  healthy, safe and natural ageless beauty treatments.

What is in the Inside Shows on the Outside

In Hebrew the word for “inner essence” and “face” are spelled the same but pronounced differently. Hence the  saying, “what is on the inside shows on the outside”. May your heart and soul show it’s beauty on your face and may your beauty grow ever so gracefully as you live your hearts truth.

Happy Valentines Day.

Welcome back…the story continues…

After a year of hands on training and apprenticing I was ready to open a small home clinic in my condo. We redesigned the solarium and created a very sunny treatment room that was open and pleasant to be in. I wanted so much for this venture to be successful that I hired a mentor to guide me along in a professional manner. The first thing my mentor insisted on was for me to network. I never knew how effective networking was until I went out and did it. WOW! was this ever the answer for a start up business. I got business immediately and was to full capacity in a very short amount of time.  After a few years of building and operating a small, successful home based business I decided to teach others how to be in the Cosmetic Micro Current business. I became a representative to a line out of Australia and sold two businesses. I loved teaching and felt very much at home getting others started in the anti aging alternative business.

In the interim, my facial rejuvenation business was growing and I branched out into making epiCARE all natural, chemical free skin care products to compliment the treatment and to sell to my clients and the public. I also created a miraculous epiCLEANSE  face cloth that removed makeup, cleansed and exfoliated the skin. Was that ever a hit!  Now, with business growing I had to move out of my home into an office space that I rented from a chiropractor in a wellness clinic that offered homeopathy and massage.

Moving out of my condo allowed me to advertise and become more noticed. Life and business were good and my creative wheels were turning.

In 2007 I decided to create and brand my own Cosmetic Micro Current unit and license the rights to the Maxine Warsh Facial Rejuvenation business. Having had the experience in teaching on other micro current units, I knew what changes needed to be made to make learning , teaching  and operating the equipment easy and most effective. In the summer of 2008 the MDX 3000 was created and in January 2009 the licensing agreement was written.

This brings us up to the present time and into our next stage of growing the business into the future. My goals are to educate the public in Cosmetic Micro Current and safe, natural, chemical free skin care. I have allowed entry into the business on four levels so that it is affordable to become a MWFR affiliate from selling the epiCARE skin care line in relationship marketing, learning to treat your own face and leasing a unit monthly, and to owning your own business for very reasonable costs. I realize that people who want to be self employed have a difficult time affording business start up capital. We have this taken care of as well.

Please feel free to write in your questions. Until I hear from you I will be writing more on Ageless Beauty and my philosophy on business as well as simple healthy skin care.

Thanks for reading.

Here’s to your Ageless Beauty,

Maxine

First I want to thank Paul Tobey for coming to my rescue and creating this Blog and encouraging me to  actually use it.

My objective in blogging is to create a relationship with you. I feel it’s important to establish credibility, trust and confidence. I invite your comments and questions.

I have given allot of thought as to what I want to accomplish with this exercise. In one word I want to EDUCATE you, my reader in staying youthful, natural and healthy and allowing your ageless beauty to shine through. 

Who wants to look their best? I know your thinking,”What kind of a question is that?”  Well, it’s a question to make you think…

More questions, What are you doing to take care of yourself so that you age the best you can? Are you practicing prevention? Are you reading the labels on your food and skincare products? Are you drinking enough water?

I would like to tell you a little bit about myself . Always being conscious about my health I would read everything I could about prevention. From juicing, vitamins, exercise and meditation I did it all. However, as I started to age I explored more options in looking my best and I took preventative measures to a new level!

HOW IT ALL BEGAN

In 2001 my mother had shingles in the inner ear (Ramsey Hunt Syndrome) and it left her with pain, nerve damage that cauded drooping in the right side of her face. We explored alternative means of healing and finally found  micro current technology, known to heal Bells Palsy and atrophy from strokes. While my mother was getting treatments her technician told me I would benefit from the treatments as well. I was shocked! How could this help me, I asked. She told me that micro current could give me a non invasive face lift. Now I was insulted! I told her I wasn’t interested in a face lift (I was 47). She answered that if I started before I needed a face lift I would never need one. NOW, she had my attention.  Long story short, I started treatments.

Before I began my cosmetic micro current treatments I had severe tooth pain. It felt like every nerve in every tooth was exposed. Heat, cold and sweets caused pain everythime I ate. My dentist couldn’t find anything wrong and I was beside myself. After 6 cosmetic micro current treatments I noticed that the pain was completely gone! I was so excited that I rushed in the door to announce the results to my husband. Before I could speak, David looked at me as though he was looking at me for the first time…he told me how good I looked and asked me if men had the treatment. I told him I did see men going in for treatments but that the best news was that the pain in my mouth had vanished and I decided to change careers…

One week later David started his micro current treatments and I had a new career path….my mother’s pain was gone and the muscle tone in her face was coming back…

                                                                                           …to be continued