Are you looking for a way to earn extra income from the comfort of your own home? I am looking for hard working, motivated women to join my Beautycounter team! As a stay at home, homeschooling mom of three Beautycounter is a perfect fit for my lifestyle! I am able to work in the “in between” hours and earn an income while still achieving my personal goals.

Are you a good fit for this business?

This Business opportunity may be for you, if you use or would like to use safer beauty products, you have a passion for changing the beauty industry, you are looking for community and connection and/or you desire to earn extra income with a flexible schedule! For the past ten years, I’ve been switching over to safer products and Beautycounter is the one stop solution that I had been searching for. At Beautycounter we not only formulate safe, effective products but we also educate and advocate for better beauty standards for all. One perk of joining Beautycounter that I didn’t expect to love as much as I do is the community part. My team is so uplifting and inspirational! Each woman on our team has a unique story and together we encourage and support each other to achieve big goals. Lastly and perhaps most important is the income potential. This is not a get rich quick scheme but if you put in the work you could see some pretty amazing results! Scroll to the bottom of the page to learn more about our Compensation Plan and Income Disclosure Statement.

How to Start

As a new consultant you will dedicate time to learn about the products, learn how to navigate the website/app, and get onboarded with our team. We meet two evenings a month on zoom for business development and encouragement. Other than that you can make this business your own. Every consultant will have a different style and that is what makes this opportunity so great. I like to do a lot of reach out on Social Media. It is where I spend a lot of my time and it’s often how I shop and learn about new products, so it feels authentic to share in this way. I also give out a lot of samples so people can get a feel for the products before purchasing. Some people are more into person to person networking while others love to host in person pop ups. The beauty is that you can focus on what works well for you and your unique personality! As your mentor, I will be available every step of the way to help you build the business of your dreams.

Get started today

Launch your business in minutes with just one investment of $50 for the Digital Enrollment Kit. The Digital Kit includes access to #betterbeauty product training and education, business analysis and tracking, and digital marketing tools. You’ll also get your own personal website to promote your business and share with customers so they shop with you directly. There is no purchase requirement to become a consultant but you may consider purchasing a Starter Set such as our Countertime Collection or The Flawless in Five at a sweet discount to get you started! For more info check out Become a Consultant.

compensation plan

Check out the Compensation Plan below for more detailed information but let’s start out with the basics. You will earn a minimum of 25% of sales to customers and members. It only gets better from there. Once you hit 750 in Personal Volume you will receive a sales bonus of 5% and it goes up from there with a cap at 35% total commission. You can also earn Business Builders Bonuses when you mentor new Team Members. As you grow your own team you will also receive a commission on your team members sales.

For more detailed information please review our Income Disclosure Statement.

Extra Perks

As a consultant you will get a 25% product discount as well as the opportunity to host Pop Ups and earn free and half price products. You can also earn free products by achieving your first three milestones in the first three months of your business. The perks only grow from there!

What’s The Catch

If you are questioner like me you are probably wondering what’s the catch? Well, I am happy to report there is no catch! None! There are no minimum monthly requirements, no auto-ship commitments or other high pressure sales tactics. You simply have to have $1,200 in qualifying volume (which includes you own purchases) every six months to remain a consultant. I promise this is super easy to achieve but if you don’t no big deal you just get switched over to a Band of Beauty Member so you can enjoy the perks of product credit and free shipping!

What’s Holding you back?

Are you afraid of being “too salesy”, of being “that girl” or scared to get started? Don’t worry I had the same fears! Shoot me a message and let’s set up a time to chat. I can answer all of your questions and help you overcome some of the fears and limiting beliefs that are holding you back.

Do the best you can, until you know better. Then when you know better, do better.

Maya Angelou

Wishing you health and happiness,

Kait McCarthy

I joined Beautycounter because I want everyone that I know and love to use safe products!

Our children deserve to live in a world where the products we put on our skin don’t contribute to cancer, infertility and autoimmune disease.

Our Mission

One by one, we are leading a movement to a future where all beauty is clean beauty. We are powered by people, and our collective mission is to get safer products into the hands of everyone. Formulate, advocate, & educate – that’s out motto for creating clean beauty products that truly perform while holding ourselves to unparalleled standards of safety. Why? It’s really this simple: beauty should be good for you.

The Never List

Beautycounter has a “Never List” which is made up of more than 1,800 questionable or harmful ingredients that we never use as ingredients in our products. Of these 1,800 ingredients, over 1,400 of them are banned or restricted by the European Union. But, these ingredients are all allowed and very regularly used in the United States.

Our Products

If you are looking to make the switch to clean beauty, Beautycounter is the answer you’ve been waiting for! Whether you have dry, oily, normal or combination skin and you have skin concerns like sensitivity, blemishes, age spots, dryness, pores and/or fine lines and wrinkles we have a solution for your needs!

Beauty should be good for you! Our collection of safer makeup is game changing, and features foundation, powders, blush, eye shadow, eye liner, highlighter, bronzer, concealer, foundation, mascara, brow pencils, brow gel, lipstick and lip gloss. Beautycounter has proven that you no longer have to compromise on quality to use clean makeup.

My personal favorite products are our age defying Countertime Collection and the Skin Twin Featherweight Foundation! Have you tried any Beautycounter products? If yes, tell me what you love in the comments below. Not yet? Let me know what you can’t wait to try!

“Do the best you can until you know better. Then when you know better, do better”

Maya Angelou

Wishing you health and happiness,

Kait McCarthy

Two years ago I had no idea what a health coach was! I had seen the title used in various places but I didn’t know exactly what it meant. Once I decided to use my health journey to help others I started researching how to spread the message and health coaching certification programs started popping up. I was intrigued so I looked into several schools and eventually ended up enrolling at IIN or the Institute for Integrative Nutrition which is based out of NYC.

According to The Institute for Integrative Nutrition  a certified Health Coach is a supportive mentor and wellness authority helping clients feel their best through food & lifestyle changes by tailoring individualized wellness programs to meet their clients’ needs.

What makes a health coach unique?

A health coach uses an holistic approach to wellness. According to dictionary.com holistic medicine is
characterized by the treatment of the whole person, taking into account mental and social factors, rather than just the symptoms of a disease. With a holistic approach in mind Certified Health Coaches customize a program to help their clients set and follow through on health and wellness related goals incorporating factors such as home environment, relationships, joy, career and finances.

What a health coach is not:

Someone who sells a product.

I see this so often and as someone who paid a generous amount and spent countless hours studying for a full year it’s a little discouraging to have people use the title health coach just because they sell a weight loss product.

A dietitian

A dietitian is an expert in food and nutrition to help manage disease. They receive a batchelors degree, complete an internship and get licensed in the state they practice in. Unlike a health coach, a dietition can recommend specific dietary guidelines based on the individual’s needs.

My Health Coaching Philosophy

In school we are encouraged to narrow down our audience to a target market. This can be diabetes, weight loss, autoimmune disease, etc. I knew early on that my passion was to help fellow moms on their health and wellness journeys. With that in mind I have customized the curriculum at IIN to apply to mothers who are trying to incorporate health and wellness goals while juggling all of the other areas of motherhood.

Most women are looking to loss weight and gain more energy but they are often focusing on the wrong areas. Diet and exercise are both important in a health journey but if they are the only areas we are exploring we aren’t going to see good results at least not in the long term. As women our bodies are very different from males. We hold onto weight (or lose too much weight) when our hormones are out of balance and guess what messes with your hormones?

If you guessed chronic stress then you would be right! Cluttered homes, hectic schedules, toxic relationships, out of control finances and/or lack of self care is causing women chronic stress. Our bodies are stuck in fight or flight mode and our hormones are all out of balance because of it.

I want to help you create balance in your lives. Life is tough sometimes but we can choose to live with less stress and more joy!

How can a health coach help you?

If you are struggling to stay committed to your health and wellness goals, a health coach can help you set practical goals and give you the support you need to achieve them. Each health coach brings a unique experience to their coaching practice so be sure to find someone who is a good fit for your personal goals.

Wishing you health and happiness,

Kaitlyn McCarthy

Well, it’s not all manis and pedis and luxury spa treatments. According to oxforddictionaries.com self-care is defined as 1. The practice of taking action to preserve or improve one’s own health. 1.1 The practice of taking an active role in protecting one’s own well-being and happiness, in particular during periods of stress.

According to that definition I would say that all mothers need to be practicing more self-care. If we are going to be good moms we need to be making sure that we are putting ourselves on the to-do list. Whether you are a full time working Mama, a work at home Mama or a stay at home Mama your plate is full. We live in a society where we praise busyness and perfectionism and its killing us moms.

So let’s start with mindset. For a long time I was just too busy for this self-care business. I had babies to feed and a house to clean and I already couldn’t keep up so adding anything else to my plate seemed counter productive. That was until I became completely burnt out.

A good friend pointed out that I wasn’t taking very good care of myself and the truth was that it wasn’t helping anyone around me. I was chronically stressed and overwhelmed and knew something had to change. So I started to change my mindset. I realized that self care isn’t selfish but a path for me to become an even better mom, wife and friend.

I started doing simple things like taking long baths and getting out for an occasional solo walk. Then I dug in a little deeper and started setting healthy boundaries in relationships that were becoming toxic. I ditched old negative ideas about myself. I started eating better and working out again. I’m still a work in progress but I can’t imagine where I would be if I hadn’t changed directions.

I want this change for you too! I want you to be set free from the thought that being a mom means that you have to give, give, give and never consider your own needs. That mindset is not sustainable and things will eventually fall apart so don’t wait. Make yourself a priority today!

Affirmations

Use these affirmations to help you change your mindset around self-care. Write them down or print them out in your favorite font and put them on the fridge, in your car or on your bathroom mirror. The more you say them the more you will believe them so say them out loud and say them often!

I am the only person who can take care of me.

My physical, mental and emotional well-being are a top priority.

I am a better mom, wife and friend when I take care of my own needs.

I deserve to make my health a priority.

Schedule it!

Don’t wait for the perfect time to start because it is never going to happen. Determine where you want to start and create a plan. If your goal is to eat nourishing foods schedule a time to meal plan, shop and meal prep once a week. If your goal is to add more movement into your life than sign up for some new classes and put them into your calendar. Whatever it is make sure it is a priority even if that means cancelling other things or moving things around.

At this point you may be thinking but I just don’t have the time. I’m going to give you a little tough love on this one. Make the time. Cancel something that doesn’t line up with your new goals. Go to bed earlier so that you can wake up a little earlier. Create the time. Even if it is just 15 minutes a day to stretch and do some deep breathing it will make a difference. Start making yourself a priority!

Ideas for Self-care

There are a million ways we can make health and wellness a priority in our lives. Here are some ideas to get you started:

• take an epsom salt bath
• schedule a daily tea time
• practice deep breathing
• get a mani/pedi
• practice yoga
• take a new class
• learn a new hobby
• go to the library and read a book
• say no to things that you don’t want to do
• set healthy boundaries
• eat nourishing foods
• start a gratitude journal
• go for a walk
• have a dance party
• do a digital detox
• join a book club
• get together with a girl friend
• start a gratitude journal
• buy yourself flowers
• do a face mask
• wear makeup more often
• take a nap

Keep it simple but make it consistent!

Now head over to facebook and join the Motherhood Made Whole Challenge FB group. Post what your intentions are for the month and get feedback and support from women who are working on the same goals as you!
This is a free group and it is closed meaning that only people who are in the group will be able to see the content. Click here to go to the group.

Wishing you health and happiness,

Kaitlyn McCarthy

Hey Mama! Are you ready to make some positive changes in your life this new year? Are you ready to find better balance and let go of what is holding you back?

Well, I have just the thing for you!

The Motherhood Made Whole Challenge

The Motherhood Made Whole Challenge is broken down into twelve, month-long challenges to improve every area of #momlife. There are no quick fixes or band aids just real solutions for a simplified, healthy motherhood. At the beginning of each month I will put up an Instagram post with the theme for the month and a link to the corresponding blog post to get you started. Each post will include mindset work, goal setting and action steps for that months theme.

I am creating this challenge using the curriculum that I was taught in my year long studies to become a health coach as well as my own experience as a Mom. After my third baby was born I felt completely burnt out and desperate. My anxiety was at an all time high and I was just trying to survive day to day. It didn’t happen overnight but I was able to turn things around by figuring out what was out of balance in my life and working to improve those areas. This goes without saying of course but my life certainly isn’t perfect. I have good days and bad days and everything in between but I can happily say that I am no longer living in survival mode!

I want to set you free from the lie that to be a “good mom” you have to sacrifice everything. I also want to let you know that you don’t have to stay stuck in a cluttered home, constantly go from one activity to the next or put yourself on the back burner for the sake of raising awesome kids. It’s time to take back you motherhood and start thriving once again!

Answer the following questions to find out if this challenge is a good fit for you:

Are you living in survival mode?

Are you constantly overwhelmed?

Do you feel like you can never slow down?

Do you wish you had more time for things that you enjoy?

If you answered yes to any of these questions than this challenge is for you! Don’t go another day feeling miserable in your role as a mom. You are the only one who can make the decision to turn it around but I will be here every step of the way to help guide you.

These are the topics that will be covered in the challenge:

Self-Care

Clutter

Housekeeping

Family Time

Nutrition

Calendar

Friendships

Career

Finances

Hobbies

Marriage

Physical Activity

What does it cost?

The best part of all… it won’t cost you a dime! It will cost you lots of time and energy but I am offering this as a free challenge! I’m very passionate about the idea that healthy living should be for ALL, not just those who can afford to go to yoga or buy fancy supplements. By taking small, sustainable steps we can all live a happier, healthier lifestyle.

The best way to achieve a goal is through accountability so be sure to join my FB Group Motherhood Made Whole Support Group {click here} that I created specifically for this challenge! It is a closed group so you will be able to share your struggles and get feedback and encouragement from women who are working on the same goals along side you.

I do offer one on one coaching as well so feel free to reach out if you would like additional support with your health and wellness goals.

Wishing you health and happiness,

Kaitlyn McCarthy

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If you are a parent you have been on the receiving end of the yearly classroom supply list requested at the beginning of each school year! Well, this year my I noticed that my daughters list included Disinfecting Wipes. I got to wondering why each classroom would need nearly twenty canisters of disinfecting wipes so I wrote an email to the teacher inquiring about how the wipes would be used and if I could supply the classroom with a natural based wipe instead. I had assumed they would be used in the event of a flu outbreak or rare vomiting situation.

Well, to my surprise, she responded that she has each of her students wipe down their own desks at the end of each day. Now don’t get me wrong I think it is a great thing to teach students how to clean up after themselves but there are strong warning labels on these products for a reason! Even as an adult you are supposed to wash your hands after use and rinse the area after a certain period of time. After doing some additional research I just wasn’t comfortable with my daughter being around this product on a daily basis and requested that a natural spray be used in its place. Thankfully her teacher agreed and they have been using a plant based, natural cleaning spray ever since!

Before I get into additional details, I wanted to highlight a product that I am sending in to be used in my daughters classroom. Annie’s Pure and Simple is a locally owned business that creates all-natural cleaning products that are safe for children to use. They are made with vinegar, essential oils and distilled water. It is the perfect product for anyone who is intimidated by making their own cleaning products or just wants to take the easy route. Check them out at anniespureandsimple.com. You can pick their products up in many New England stores or order online with free shipping on orders over $20! (this post is not sponsored, I just really like their products and want to share with you all!)  

When I first received the teachers email I went into research mode and what I found was that even mainstream information suggested that this was an unsafe practice. I contacted Clorox who responded by saying “No, we do not recommend that kids use the Clorox Disinfectant Wipes. Our product label says Caution: Keep out of reach children.”. I also contacted the Department of Public Health who said they recommend that “green” (I use quotes on green because I would consider them greenwashed products) products be used in schools and that children should no longer be exposed to harsh cleaning products. 

According to the Healthyschools.org website they claim that:

“Many popular wipes contain toxic chemicals that can cause immediate acute side effects such as skinand eye irritation, as well as contribute to chronic and long-term conditions.

Disinfecting wipes contain active ingredients that have been found to cause: Asthma (e.g., chlorine bleach/sodium hypochlorite, peroxyacetic acid, quats.) Cancer (e.g., ortho-phenylphenol) Skin sensitization (e.g., chlorine bleach, pine oil, thymol).

Disinfecting chemicals often contain a class of substances called quaternary ammonium compoundsor “quats”. These chemicals are skin irritants, can irritate your lungs, and have been linked to asthma and reproductive harm.

The overuse of antibacterial cleaners can promote antibacterial-resistant bacteria, aka “super-bugs.”

With all that said I would suggest looking into what is being used at your child’s school and even what you are using in your own home. Even some of the so called green products out there use harmful ingredients. I do not buy into the fear mongering but there is mounting evidence that many of the products that we are using on a daily basis are contributing to health issues especially for our children who are much more susceptible due to the fact that they are still developing. There is a time and place for disinfecting but daily use by and around our children is certainly not one of them. As always I suggest that you do your own research! 

Wishing you health and happiness,

Kaitlyn McCarthy

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First lets talk bugs! The ticks are bad this year so if you live in an area where ticks are prevalent you’ll want to take every precaution. This year we are using this Cedarcide diy lawn spray and I’m sticking with this tried and true organic EO spray for topical use. The travel size are perfect for throwing into your purse or diaper bag!

Now lets talk sunblock. Most conventional sunblocks have cancer causing chemicals in them which kind of defeats the purpose IMO. So let’s stay clear of the junk and opt for non-nano zinc based sunblock products. If you want more info on why you should avoid conventional products check out this article from the EWG and be sure to use their search option to see how your products hold up. My current fav is this Badger Unscented Clear Zinc. It goes on thick but rubs in quickly and provides great coverage!

Another decent option is this Babo Clear Zinc Spray but you need to thoroughly rub it in and reapply often.

One thing that we do a lot in the summer is take a picnic lunch. For the most part I store everything in glass but that doesn’t always work for the beach and playground. So we have these awesome bentgo boxes that work great for lunch or dinner! For drinks I always use Lifefactory glass water bottles or Thermos stainless steel cups.

(Bentgo Box Link)

Finally here is a list of all of my miscellaneous must haves for a fun non-toxic summer!

For sandy little feet!

#gamechanger for emergency potty trips!

Perfect for dumping sandy beach toys and wet towels in!

This is the easiest tent to set up. I can do it solo with three kids at the beach!

Hanna Andersson Rash Guards (click here for 20% off code)

I hope you all have a fun and adventurous summer!

Wishing you health and happiness,

Kaitlyn

last updated May 16, 2018

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As much as I love cooking and eating healthy I am definitely no chef! I have a fairly limited palate and some food sensitivities / aversions so sadly I don’t think I’ll ever be a food blogger. I do however love to learn new recipes and cooking tips and tricks from those who have mastered the art of cooking. Here is a roundup of my favorite instagram food bloggers who ensure that we always have new and exciting recipes to try! Eating clean, healthy foods does not need to be boring and you will never run out of fresh ideas if you connect with the right people.

{Click on the bloggers name to be linked to their website}

Whole30

Melissa’s Food Freedom

Melissa will be your Whole30 guru! She has a very easy to use website with tons of Whole30 and Food Freedom recipes. She has amazing stories and gives tons of tips for Food Freedom, ordering out on the Whole30 and just general encouragement.

Just Jessie B

Jessie shares lots of great recipes and natural beauty tips. She also has a great sense of style and is an all around fun person to follow!

The Define Dish – Alex Snodgrass

Alex shares tons of great recipes and does helpful cooking demonstrations. She also has a gorgeous house and two very cute daughters.

Primal Gourmet – Ronny Joseph

Ronny’s step-by-step cooking stories on instagram are like no other. Learn to cook like a pro and create beautiful dishes while listening to great music.

Physical Kitchness – Chrissa Benson

Chrissa has tons of Whole30 and Food Freedom recipes and does all of her blogging from home with her two boys. I love how candid she is about #momlife and her solo dance parties are pretty epic!

The Natural Nurturer – Taesha

Taesha offers lots of great family friendly recipes as well as natural tips and tricks. As a school teacher she has a great take on helping introduce healthy foods to kids without feeling overwhelmed.

The Whole Smiths – Michelle Smith 

Michelle is a recipe developer and author of a brand new cookbook. She has tons of great Whole30 recipes and is super real and funny.

Against All Grain – Danielle Walker 

Danielle is a best selling cookbook author and is successfully fighting an autoimmune disease through diet and lifestyle changes. She has the most adorable little family and her recipes are amazing!

Nom Nom Paleo – Michelle Tam

Michelle is a best selling paleo cookbook author. She has great cooking tutorials and lots of family friendly recipes including my favorite Instantpot Beef Stew recipe.

No Crumbs Left – Teri Turner

Teri is a professional chef with tons of amazing recipes. She is famous for her marinated onions one of her” magic elixirs”.