This post is sort of all over the map on topics, but lots of action lately, so lots to discuss! Some good questions, some good answers…people are really curious and that’s a great thing! I guess when there is endless debate over what makes a product work so well, it’s good news. I had the opportunity to travel back to New York last week and sit down with several beauty editors to discuss the Wonderbar. And once again, all seemed intrigued and anxious to give it a test-run. It was so much fun to see where everything goes down…makes me want to watch “The Devil Wears Prada” one more time. The first time I tried, I fell asleep before the opening scene. The best question to come out of my desk-side tour came from Vogue and InStyle magazines regarding bacterial growth on the bar. This is a legitimate concern for many and I’m happy to report that the answer is no, bacteria cannot grow on the bar. There are two reasons for this: 1) Moor is anti-bacterial and 2) The pH is acidic, therefore, bacteria die. Very good to know… The second question I want to address today is one that appeared in the form of a debate regarding the claim that states the bar “is effective in flushing out all of these toxins that may have been trapped under the skin for many years.” Some people were misunderstanding this to mean that toxins will remain under the skin for, literally, years, which is not possible. The answer straight from the manufacturer: “Toxins are under the skin cumulatively over long periods of time. Please do not take it literally as years.” So, to further clarify, they do not mean that the toxins stay under the skin for years, but rather, that some of us continually or consistently use toxic products and so there is a steady presence of toxins in our skin. I can definitely see how this would be misunderstood and I misunderstood it myself in the beginning. Hope that helps to clear it up… Lastly, I want to share a good rule of thumb regarding Wonderbar usage. Stick to products with a sole purpose. In other words, moisturizer meant to lock in moisture, powder and foundation (if you simply must) meant to cover and sun block meant to protect. Nothing added- SPFs, AHAs, Acids, Retinols, etc. Once you have adjusted to the bar, you may introduce actives or serums one at a time, so if you have some reaction, you can identify what is causing it. Many people say, “WHAT? I have to give up all my actives and my mineral powders?? I can’t do that!” Well, you don’t have to forever, but if you end up wanting to, now that’s a different story. We only ask that you give the actives and serums a rest while you are adjusting to the Wonderbar. You’ll get to know the bar and how it works best for you personally. Ironically, you might just find that you don’t need to wear makeup once you have adjusted. But the actives and serums? Yes, of course, reintroduce them at your discretion. One thing I learned while in New York is that a new summer trend is the bare look! That’s right; NO base…just a bare face. Well, maybe a little shadow, liner and glossy lips, but that’s it! Simple is in and I think the Wonderbar fits the bill perfectly. Look for celebrities to start going outside fresh-faced! You can join them by letting the Wonderbar address your skin issues so you don’t have to cover them up anymore! Hooray for summer!