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my 41 year old fresh face

(fyi- i originally posted this in November but it’s the truth about how i feel – even more so in April! 🙂 )
soooo… 6 months ago i became a Rodan & Fields consultant.
but less than 10 people in my life know that.
HA!
i didn’t (and don’t) want to pressure anyone or make anyone feel weird about it.
so i am just going to be totally honest and tell you all about it.

last winter i got a FB message from someone i knew online… sort of.
her name was familiar but i wasn’t sure why.
she asked if i’d ever considered trying Rodan & Fields skincare?
i answered “it’s funny you asked me that because YES! i am wondering what all the fuss is about”
we chatted a bit and then i looked at the website… it’s pricey.
she messaged me a few weeks later “did you get a chance to look it over – what were your thoughts?”
i said “hey thanks but i am not ready to invest that much into skin care.”
she was kind and understanding.

a few more weeks later she said “i’m mailing out some mini facial kits and i’d love to send you one”
i thought “you’re not going to change my mind but i’ll take the free facial”

it arrived in the mail and sat on my counter for probably a month.

the past few years i have been frustrated with my skin.
it looked dull, my freckles had all merged together to make big splotches, still breaking out often and leaving scars, my pores were big and i suddenly was oily when my whole life i’ve had normal to dry skin.  i was needing more make-up to cover up the spots and scars.  i was increasingly bummed at my skin every morning and every evening.
i have always used the most basic face washes & lotions. (aka: the cheapest)
my skin care routine was not fancy…  but also not working.

one night i picked up the mini facial kit.
i had no expectations whatsoever.
i put the micro-dermabrasion paste on as instructed then washed it off and put on the night renewing serum.
it was AMAaaaaaaazing!!!

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you guys…   seriously.

my face had NEVER felt like this before.
never ever.
it was the softest my skin has ever felt.
it was smooth and fresh!
i was freaking out on in the bathroom talking to myself  “what is this stuff?! it feels like rainbows and unicorns and angels washed my face!”

i couldn’t believe how it made my skin feel!

my next thought was “well dang it… now i want to use this stuff everyday!”
but i was still not in love with the cost.

i asked my three girlfriends that i talk to every single day “has anyone tried Rodan & Fields?  is anyone interested in trying it?”
all three had been wondering about it and all three said they were ready to try it.

and so i decided to become a consultant for all of us.
whaaaaaaat???
the girl who didn’t want to even try it a few months ago was convinced to sell it in one use?

YES!

i also knew that everyone would love it as much as i did when they tried it.

i like discounts.  i like sales.  i like paying less!
after researching it a bit i realized the most inexpensive way to use R&F was to become a consultant.
i figured i had really had nothing to lose so i signed up.
my husband used the phrase “it’s a no brainer”
my consultant who i didn’t even “know” and had never met was quite surprised by that text.
ha ha ha
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i started with the Reverse regimen and each of my three friends picked a regimen as well.
and it has been sooooo great!
i have used it morning and night since may.
my sun spots/freckles have almost completely disappeared!
my break outs are 99% gone and when i do have a blemish it is very top surface layer and they go away very quickly.
my skin looks even and fresh!

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i also got my mom started on it… then two more girlfriends… and even my teenager on the Unblemish regimen.
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i asked some of them to share a quick thought on their feelings of R&F the past 6 months.

“I have a lot of redness and sun damage. Since I started using the redefine it is so much better!!!  I don’t feel like i have to makeup every day to cover it up. Definitely feel happier in my own skin! ”

“I am a grandmother; I have very mature dry skin. I have been using the Rodan + Fields Reverse for 3 months. I love it. My skin still has wrinkles but the age/sun spots are much lighter and my skin is much softer.”

 

“I love the way the entire texture of my skin changed. My skin is so smooth now. I feel like my pores are smaller and less noticeable too. It also smells so clean and feels so light on my skin. It’s an investment for sure, but after 40 years of cheaper products, I can really tell a huge difference in using r&f for just a few months.”

“The products are so amazing that I finally have found a skin care regimen I can stick with!”

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here are the products i am personally using:

 
(ps: my husband is using it too and his skin feels amazing!!!)

A - read your blog from time to time and adore your rentable property. This post about R & F, is new information for me.
BUT…. I HAVE ?s. Would you please email me so I can ask them?
Thanks much for putting yourself out there and sharing pictures.

Cori - Hi Meg! I’ve been reading your blog for a few years and LOVE it! I just became a R+F consultant in March, and feel like your before and after pictures are an AMAZING testimony to the products! Would you mind if I shared with potential customers at all? Totally understand if you’d rather not!

marcie - My 25 year old daughter and I have talked about trying R+F over the last 7 or 8 months but cost has been a consideration. We have talked about becoming consultants to help with the price. I’m definitely interested in more information with start up costs and minimum order requirements included.
Thank you, Marcie

ML - I’d like to get a price quote from you. Would you be able to email me?

Julie - I’ve been using the reverse skin care for a little over a month. I would like to add a roller night cream and maybe a booster to help with dark spots. Could you help me with this?

Deb Kleven - I’ll take a free mini facial kit if you are sending them out.

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loving my skin for 2017

I had LOTS of people interested in Rodan & Fields when I posted about it in November.  
Maybe you have some christmas money and you’re ready to jump in?
OR maybe now that christmas is over you can think about something other than lists, baking and traveling?
Maybe you are ready to tackle some self care in 2017?
You only get one face!
And none of us are getting any younger.

The newest product that R&F introduced is called Lash Boost.
It’s a conditioning serum that enhances your eyelashes in volume and length in 4 weeks.
Who knew you could change your eyelashes???!!!


You should begin to see a difference in just a few weeks!
For best results it is suggested to use it for 8 weeks.


With the Gift Set you get:
– R+F  Lash Boost
–  Multi Function Eye Cream Mini
–  Exclusive Lash Boost Travel Pouch

But here’s the deal… the Lash Boost Holiday Gift Set is ONLY available until Monday January 2nd!
Like… as in three days from now!

   
If you want longer fuller lashes from home – this is your answer!

click here to order LASH BOOST!

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Many of you used the Solution Tool after my first R&F post.
It’s a great way to figure out the best Regimen for your skin care.
After you finish using the tool it suggests where to begin.  You can order directly from that point or you can email me or ask me in the comments more questions if you still aren’t quite sure or need more guidance.

On May 31,  I started using the Reverse Regimen with the AMP MD Micro- Exfoliating Roller, Multi Function Eye Cream at night and occasionally the Micro Derm Abrasion Paste.

this is my UNEDITED & NO MAKEUP before and after photo.


this is legit.
I had people text me and FB message me saying “is that REALLY unedited?”
YES!!!
that is my skin in all its naked glory – free of the spots and discoloration and no make up.
I had been a consultant since the middle of May but I waited to see if the results were real.
When I saw the difference it made for me is when I decided to share it with you.

 

Rodan + Fields has a Preferred Customer Program where you receive 10% off each order and free shipping.
To join the program is a one time fee of $19.95.
My first thought when i saw this was – “that’s lame – why would people sign up for that?”
But then i did the math… and it is TOTALLY worth it!
On your very fist order it won’t make much of a difference because of that joiner fee.
But it’s not MORE than your retail order would be either.
By joining the PC program – after your first order… it’s a big difference in price.
I don’t know about you but I loathe shipping fees.  (amazon prime!!!)
As a PC you get free shipping and a 10% discount which is even better!
The PC program automactically ships your product every 60 days for your convenience.
Again I thought “NO thank you… Only I will decide when and when I don’t order products!!!”
Then i researched it more and found out you can change the shipping dates anytime to make it longer or shorter.  You can change what products are shipped to you whenever you need to.  So… that IS actually very convenient just like they advertised.
And it’s kind of nice to have it ready for when you DO run out.  I am the kind of girl who will forget to order more over and over until I’m without what I need for too long.  To ship it automatically is brilliant!
🙂

I shared in my November post that I like getting a deal on pretty much anything.
I read everything, talked with my consultant & then finally decided that becoming a R&F Consultant was going to be my best option economically.
Maybe that is the best option for you?
Maybe you are looking for a way to make some money while still getting to set your hours and/or staying home with your kids?
Maybe you want to use R&F products for 25% less than retail?
Let me know if you’d like more information on becoming a consultant.
Leave it in the comments – just make sure that you check the email that your comment is linked too.
Or just email me directly:  cdduerksenATyahooDOTcom
Check out Rodan + Fields for yourself!

Ask me any questions you have – I am happy to help!

 

 

 

meg duerksen - hi debbie.
im emailing you!

Debbie - Hi! Your skin looks amazing!! I am interested in starting this, but my question is, if the products are vegan and cruelty free? Thank you. Happy New Year!

meg duerksen - Products last 60 days and often longer.

Megan - How long do the products typically last for you?

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