What a wonderful summer we spent together, discovering, day after day, the formulas that made a difference in your lives. Discover here the life changes of all the wonderful people we were lucky enough to meet this summer through the wonderful "Discovering MJ" project. And by clicking on the person's name, you will be directed to our moment with them.
Chantal : “Here is my story:
For the past year, I've been learning to think about myself. To take the time to dry brush, to use treatments, and I believe that Jacynthe's influence, along with all the testimonials, is helping me change."
Guylaine : "I forgot to tell you that surgery was scheduled for March 2022 for my right knee and I postponed it for 6 months, because with the collagen my knee no longer hurts. So, if all goes well in 4 months I will cancel my surgery."
Lyne : "(...) I could do a live broadcast on the importance of chocolate proteins which help me start my day off right.
In my opinion :
As I mentioned, I have nothing new to offer or any grand theories to explain, but I really want to contribute to the spirit of Maison Jacynthe with this sharing.
Valérie : "For years, I spent thousands of dollars hoping that my pigmentation spots would diminish, that my complexion would even out, that my skin would be less oily, less covered in redness, and fewer spots. I got to the point where I didn't want to leave the house at certain times because my skin wasn't beautiful. In February 2019, I tried Jacynthe's cleansing oil routine, with rose and floral water and exfopur, and I don't think it was right for me. So I gave my products to someone and continued shopping at the pharmacy.
I am 53 years old in December 2020, almost 70 pounds overweight. Type 2 diabetic, on 2 metformins per day and there was talk of adding a 3rd in the months that followed. Cold urticaria for 27 years, I was cooped up (as they say) from October to April inside during all this time, every year. Not for me the joys of winter and the beautiful moments in the snow with my children, H-Pylori for more than 8 years, allergic rhinitis, occasional asthma.
Unable to cure myself of my H-Pylori bacteria because since it is very resistant, when I took the 2 antibiotics and the antacid prescribed by my doctor, it caused a tsunami in me and that is surely because of my poor health condition. Twice I went to the emergency room, I did not think I would survive, it was terrible and I even called the ambulance once. It was put aside when I started my diabetes, saying that it was for the moment more urgent to treat.
But my brain had registered H-Pylori. After reading a few books about it, it haunted me every day that it could cause stomach cancer. One day, Jean-Yves Dionne answered one of my questions. He said it was possible to treat it without medication. An addict had also told me that, and well, they were right.
I've been eating MJ salad 5 days a week for 1 year and four months. And for 1 year and 3 months, I've been taking care of myself. Do the math, from the first few months, the magic of good products and my diet was already working... quietly. I'm so convinced that I'm convincing, and since then I've introduced no fewer than 13 other people who are as convinced as I am that MJ changes us for the better, that this is the reason today why:
- I lost over 50 pounds.
- I eat better and organically as much as possible and my body thanks me for that.
- I do myself good with rituals and live performances which mean that today, I no longer have hives after 28 years. Surely because I am more zen, less anxious, and I also diffuse all these good essential oils.
- Thanks to all my changes and believe it or not, I even got rid of my H-pillory on my own, following a camera examination in the throat with biopsy, I don't really remember what it's called, gastroscopy or something like that.
- I no longer have allergic rhinitis (it was hell every fall, I was sick, sinusitis, bronchitis, even pneumonia) nothing, no more asthma.
- Today I'm full of energy. My daughter can't believe how fit I am.
- I won't go back. For me, the Complete, Collagen (oh yes, no more tailbone pain either, I've said it so many times on the addicts' wall).
- THE Essential Fibers and MCT Oil And some supplements have become today, as Jacynthe so aptly puts it, my fountain of youth.
- MY RITUALS also make me more aware that I need to take care of myself and my body.
Thank you Jacynthe, Nathalie, Jean-Yves for EVERYTHING "Gratitude". I hope that my story will touch you because for me, today at 55 years old, it hits me right in my little ❤. » Lyne : "It's thanks to my friend France, who comes from Calgary and was visiting the region, that I went to Eastman, and I'm so grateful to her. We did the Hammam together with another addict. We chatted and wondered what our favorite product was. For me, it's the fountain of youth."
I wasn't sure I wanted to share my story because I'm a nervous person and I don't talk about the amount of weight I lost. Yes, it's a lot, but it's not just that amount that I'm proud of. It's everything. When I saw Jacynthe, I don't know why, I got very emotional, and it's not like I usually do, but I talked about my changes over the past year. But when I listened to the live broadcast that Jacynthe and Sylvain did that day, Sylvain said yes to weight loss, but it's about life changes. And that's really when I realized that the life changes I've made over the past year are something I chose myself to do. It's thanks to MJ.
Maison Jacynthe has truly changed my life. It was my friend Chantal who told me about the famous crunchy salad a year ago. I will be eternally grateful. She told me that even after a year she can't wait to eat her salad for dinner. I really wasn't a salad person, but I quickly adopted the crunchy salad, and after a year, I love my salad too. I change my protein and add olive oil and balsamic vinegar, and sometimes I treat myself to a MJ dressing.
But for me it's the fountain of youth and collagen are essential. With the fountain of youth, I regained energy, but it also cut my taste for sugar. I really saw the difference. I convinced my partner to try it and he too (who is usually skeptical) adopted the fountain of youth. My mother-in-law also tried it and she sees the difference for hip pain.
In the morning, I start my day with sunflower oil. Then I take my essential fibers and yes, I'm a picky eater, I got used to it because the benefits are so good for me. Then I prepare my coffee with natural collagen, two youthful juices to start my day. I just bought the protein and I want to integrate it into my routine.
A year ago, I was climbing the stairs one at a time because my knee wouldn't keep up. I even had pain at night that would wake me up, it felt like someone was hammering a nail into my knee. I had tried other products but now, after a year, it's rare that I remember which knee because the pain is gone. I have one of my guys who wants us to climb a hill at the end of the summer.
For every 10 pounds, I treated myself to a Jacynthe product. I want to thank Lyne from Eastman, who got involved in my madness a little. I would arrive and say whether or not I could buy my reward.
I really have a lot of Maison Jacynthe products. I love them all, that's for sure. But there's one product I use every day that has changed my lunches and mornings. It's the chocolate protein. I'm not hungry in the morning, nothing tempts me. So I lacked the energy to make it to dinner. Until I discovered MJ chocolate protein.
In my homemade plant-based milk, I add the chocolate protein, a spoonful of MCT oil, and a spoonful of MJ cocoa. I also have a vegan muffin made with Jonathan's mix. And I go to dinner with a great energy boost that allows me to get going quickly. I always look forward to my healthy "breakfast" in the morning, which gives me the desire to eat well for the rest of the day. I also sometimes have the chocolate protein as dessert after my meal. This takes away the desire to snack between meals. It's so creamy and delicious!
At lunchtime I have my fountain of youth with citrus marine collagen and my complete meal (I can't live without it).
Collagen helps me a lot because I have had osteoarthritis in my fingers for several years and I could no longer close my fingers completely. And when I bent over I needed help to get up because my knees lacked strength. With MJ Marine Collagen everything is back to normal. I no longer have pain and I have regained the flexibility of my fingers and my knees are stronger.
Another product that is essential for me is Exfopur. It works wonders for my enlarged pores! I use it every day. I can't wait to get Exfopur by the gallon!!!
A big thank you to the entire MJ team who make our lives better with such wonderful products.”
Adélaïde : “I’m writing to share a set of products that bring me a lot of well-being and results! Over time, they have become essential for me: dry brushing and exfoliating gloves.
I have dry, thin, sensitive, and dehydrated skin on my face and body. I started using exfoliating gloves in December and I love them. I don't shower without them anymore. For a very long time, I tried different brands, but each time my skin was too damaged because they were too exfoliating. Impossible, it hurt and my skin turned scarlet. The MJ ones are a real pleasure! They gently exfoliate to give way to a real moment of well-being by activating my circulation and leaving my skin feeling very soft.
So I quickly added the exfoliating back strip. I gently rub the back and neck that hurt so much and these few seconds cause an incomparable well-being... which does not last but are a few seconds where suddenly I can breathe fully again and where my body forgets the pain like an electric shock.
For dry brushing, I find the same benefits on the body as the exfoliating glove but I saw a nice difference in the appearance of my legs. My skin is smoother, less dry. Clearly, my cellulite has diminished. And I find that my legs are slimmer. I have water retention and I think that dry brushing must help with drainage. Dry brushing in the evening is essential for me to circulate the blood in the legs, but it is also a way for me to purge my body of the negative effects of the day, a way to prepare my body to receive the night's rest...
I would like to point out that the MJ brush was too rough for me at first. It was impossible at first to even do my legs. I bought a softer brush and after 2 months with the softer brush I was able to take the MJ brush (which I only use on my legs for the moment) but it is perfect because I have several intensities depending on the body parts. I now always brush my legs with 2 brushes. What a great feeling! I like the feeling and the effectiveness, as with the 2 gloves, while saving time, because yes it is a moment of well-being, but in recent months, I have changed a lot by adding several routines to my daily life, taking more time for myself, but there are still only 24 hours in a day.
I like to follow with a mixture of aloe gel and a muslin cloth or body oil.
This ritual makes a big difference to my mental and physical well-being and it's so encouraging to see results!! For the first time, I was able to get through the winter without crocodile skin on my legs.
I would also like to mention that what makes a big difference with a very important impact in my life is Jacynthe's kindness!! The different lives that she brings us with different professionals. I learn so much! The kindness, listening, sharing reach all the way to France!! We find the same values with the addicts and it feels good!! Bonds are even formed between addicts and this despite an ocean that separates us.
So thank you to Jacynthe, Sylvain and your team for giving us all this kindness and allowing a gathering of good positive vibes with the addicts. I wish you a beautiful day.
Sandra : “Here are the points I would like to discuss with Jacynthe on the 23rd, under the theme: Maison Jacynthe at school and my essentials:
- First, why I started with MJ in October 2021. (Dehydrated skin). My rose ritual.
- Always more products for me, my family and my home. (Shampoos, apothecaries, shea sunscreen, supplements, treatment for my partner's nail fungus.)
At school:
- Wholegrain and collagen and yellow juice all morning. (Decreased my coffee consumption, increased my energy.)
- Diffusion of orange, rosemary and lavender essential oils to aid concentration during exams or to relax during a writing session.
- Pomelo and Christmas Tree in class because it's fun and the students ask for more!
- Caramel Fir Butter: I give some to the secretaries around 2 p.m. for a "happy break" when I'm covering for the manager. I also often give some to my office colleagues.
- During school time for my twins: bedtime ritual with Pillow Perfume, Breathe Well. Macadam and Chamomile (for my son only to reduce the side effects of ADHD medication.)
- I 'm thinking of adding Camu Camu to their water bottle at school to boost their immune system for when they return to class.
- Makeup routine is back with the start of the school year.
- My experience with Shea Solar. Wow!
- My fluid foundation experience (and the Hydra Complexion I use to do my soaks.)
- MJ Makeup Shift: I'd like her basic tips and advice for starting natural makeup if we still have time.
Last March I decided to try Maison Jacynthe products again but bought products more suited to my skin type following a treatment received; the products in my current routine indicated a little above.
Since then, strangely enough, my skin hardly sticks to the sun anymore, I have a more even complexion and my skin, My God...much much much less oily. I emphasize the much because before, with my detergent soaps, my skin was already oily after 5 minutes following my cleansing.
What a revelation in my case.
To this routine I added my *shake* every morning
The complete, Camu camu, Marine citrus collagen, MCT oil
And my hair, my skin, my nails all grow healthily.
My 10-year-old son, Marc Antoine, is also addicted after buying Breathe Well for his multiple colds, Cherry Oil, which he loves, and recently Jacynthe gave him Pamplelune, which he puts on his wrists every night before going to bed; he loves the smell. I also give him a little Camu Camu Shooter every morning. Very little, but for him, vitamin C is necessary. We are vulnerable to minor colds.
Thank you so much to your wonderful team, I'm hooked. You bring me so much happiness."
Patricia : “For a few days now, I’ve been telling myself that I should write, but at the same time a little voice is wondering if I would be interesting for others? We are so used to hearing testimonies on heavy subjects elsewhere! This time, MJ had the idea of having positive testimonies so it feels good and I say to myself go for it!!!!!
I am the director of a mental health social rehabilitation resource and have been working there for over 26 years. Since I was little, I have loved taking care of people, which means that now I support people with mental health issues in their projects, in self-discovery, etc. These people are adorable humans just like the rest of the world and are just as full of strengths, qualities, vulnerabilities and beautiful dreams. Since the pandemic, my workload has increased so much that I had difficulty taking care of myself until very recently. I told myself, I am getting old and it is time to take care of myself to age well.
Before the pandemic, I knew that Maison Jacynthe products existed, but nothing more. Having been attracted to body and facial care from a very young age, I tried many companies without falling in love. And then MJ entered my life . While working from home, I started to take an interest in what was happening on MJ, I joined the first group of addicts, I ordered masks, rituals, everything that came out online, purifier, etc.
For a few months now, I've decided to take some time for myself and I've visited several houses. I'd go away on the weekend and go for a walk to discover the MJs, it's my hobby, my MOMENTS. If someone's looking for me on the weekend, call a Jacynthe house, you'll find me! It's hard to say what changed my life because it's an MJ set, yes it's beauty, but also a way of life, discoveries, knowledge, sharing, advice, understanding and a beautiful philosophy of life.
I could talk for a long time about MJ products because I have so many (makeup, perfume, body oil, mask, purifier, gloves, brush, soaps, supplements, proteins, etc.), but the one I discovered recently and that has changed my skin is the Anti-Aging Phytocomplex mixed with the gold serum! For me it's the ideal combination. My skin receives it very well and benefits from it!! Previously, I sometimes had reactions around the eyes, but with this duo I have absolutely nothing. When I apply this duo, I feel like a princess with all this gold and this gel!!!! Also, not eating meat or fish, the ability to have MJ protein helps me make sure I have protein in my day (by taking the protein in the morning, fountain of youth, meal bars, etc.). All the live sessions with Jean-Yves and Jacynthe help me understand so many things. Can't wait to get the wellness guide.
So there you have it, MJ is a lifestyle I feel good about, it's a philosophy I share, it's a group of people who share a common passion and it's a great Quebec company that I wouldn't want to do without. Summarizing all the benefits is impossible for me so these were just a few of my personal changes." Geneviève, Catherine and Rémi : “Here is the list of some essentials appreciated by my children Catherine (11 years old) and Rémi (9 years old) and very useful in preparation for the start of the school year.
- For mornings: kiwi water, much appreciated by my daughter Catherine, followed by vanilla shea butter or chocolate mousse for the face and body to stay hydrated; caramel fir butter is also a great option in the cold season or before bed as it is soothing;
- Grapefruit, cherry, or strawberry roll-on fragrance to brighten up your day. It could also be put in your school bag or pencil case!
- Lavender essential oil for behind the ears to prevent unwanted noise;
- A must: Chewable Vitamins C and Multi and Probiotics for children that we will be incorporating this year!
- Brown rice protein in the smoothie to keep you going all morning!
- For school: fruit lip balm and Camu Camu in the water bottle!
- For the evening: During homework and lessons, start the diffuser with Breathe Well or Child's Memory. It does my daughter a lot of good after a busy day and helps her concentrate.
- For the bath: flower powder for the milky lather and for the softness of the skin! Patchouli and orange bar soap that smells so good! Then we add baby shampoo and gentle conditioner: a must for my children! Baby gentle conditioner: it tastes like chocolate!
- Before bed, a massage so appreciated by my handsome Rémi, either with Macadam Camomille for relaxation or Guggul or Medicated Steam during the cold season!
- Diffusion of Breathe Well at Bedtime or Eucalyptus for Catherine, Childhood Memories for Rémi! It's up to you!
- Pillow perfume on the pillow and roll-on perfume Pomme d'Api or Chamomile verbena to fall into the arms of Morpheus!
MJ's arrival in my life:
In the fall of 2021, I started listening to Jacynthe's live broadcasts.
I've always had a lot of difficulty finding facial products that suited me. In fact, I suffered from acne when I was young and had to take Accutane. As a result, I have acne-prone skin, but my sebaceous glands no longer work. This makes my skin sensitive and reactive. I started the jasmine-rose serum trio and my skin became alive again! I was so happy. My skin regained wonderful vitality and plumped up. Then came the chocolate mask, honey-cardamom mask, gold serum to treat myself, exfopur, and the wonderful Phytocomplex. Second major discovery! My skin has reached a higher level of well-being. The appearance of my acne scars has diminished (the small holes fill in, swell), and so have the wrinkles. Wonderful!
I then integrated the supplements. And there, I gradually regained the energy level I had before my burnout. Complete, citrus collagen, Omega-3, B complex, Vitamin D&K, Focus, Melatonin, Magnesium. After 3 months of these supplements, I was able to start reducing my medication, something I had tried unsuccessfully in the past.
Today, accompanied and supported for 6 months by MJ supplements, I have managed to considerably reduce my medication (reduction between 50% and 100% depending on the molecule). I am very grateful to MJ for the quality and diversity of its products as well as the support offered to us via the direct messages from Jacinthe and the team. I must say that I was skeptical about the impact that the supplements could have on my neurotransmitters. Nice surprise!
I also use a "tank and a barge" (laughs) of essential oils (diffusion, cleaning) of shampoo, conditioner, perfumes, Bobôme, body serum, pillow perfume, soothing and protective balm, mosquito repellent, sesame oil, vanilla shea, TCM oil, Merci Gaulthérie, the guides.
Recently, following the live broadcasts with Jean-Yves and several readings concerning insulin resistance-metabolic syndrome, I made the decision to significantly reduce my carbohydrate intake. Now I'm keto! I also added Metabzen. I'm curious to see the impact of these changes on my next blood tests! In order to better understand my ketosis level, I got myself a breath ketosis meter. I tested the impact of the Fountain of Youth on ketosis and it's confirmed, no impact. It's perfect!
All these products have improved my quality of life exceptionally.
