Clarisonic Holiday Ideas
Posted on November 28, 2008 | Filed Under Anti-Aging Skin Care, Skin Care Kits
Wow - The popularity of the Clarisonic has absoutely exploded since Oprah named it one of her favorite things a few years ago! Well, it is one of my favorite things too. After 2+ years, mine is still going strong and I really love it. (Here is my Clarisonic Review.) When I wrote that page, there was only one choice and only one retailer sold them. Now there are many choices and several colors too. I was shopping around this morning & found some good configurations that would make great holiday gifts - either for yourself or a loved one. There is even a set of two now so you can keep one and share one - with your husband, sister, daughter…. At a regular price for one Clarisonic of $195 - this is a great deal at $328, which is $164 each, or a savings of $62. I think if I were in the market for a Clarisonic, I would find someone to split this with me!
Clarisonic Yours and Mine 8-pc Facial CleansingSystem
A set of two complete Clarisonic facial cleansing systems: one to save for yourself, one to give as a gift. Sonic technology first changed the way we clean our teeth–now it’s changing how we cleanse our skin. This method is so gentle and effective, it’s recommended by leading spas and dermatologists. Each kit includes one brush unit, two brush heads, and one full-size cleanser. Because the system will remove six times more makeup than manual cleansing with finger pads, it will leave your skin deeply cleansed and allow for your other treatment products to absorb more readily into the skin. The system helps reduce the appearance of pore size, fine lines, and wrinkles–providing healthier, younger-looking skin. Who is it for: All skin types. Why is it different: This sonic micro-massage gently cleans pores–loosening dirt, makeup, and oil as it helps reduce the appearance of pores, fine lines, and wrinkles. It’s proven to remove six times more dirt, sebum, and makeup than traditional, superficial cleansing, allowing your serums and moisturizers to absorb better. Skin is left soft, pampered, radiant, and younger looking–without harsh abrasion or chemicals. It’s so gentle, you can use it twice daily. You can use it on your face, decollete, and body, if desired. Use for one minute twice a day, every day. It’s waterproof, so you can use it in the shower or tub. You can even use it with any non-abrasive cleanser. Prior to the first use, charge unit for 24 hours. Remove eye makeup. Wet your face with warm water and apply cleanser directly to skin, or to a brush head dampened with warm water. Press the power button, and gently move the brush in circular motions across the face. Use the brush for 20 seconds on the forehead, 20 seconds on the nose and mouth, and 10 seconds on each cheek. When finished, rinse the brush and place it back in the charger.
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Dr. Denese HydroShield Products
Posted on November 14, 2008 | Filed Under Anti-Aging Skin Care, Skin Care Reviews
I must not be the only one in love with Dr. Denese HydroShield Products, because she keeps adding more and more of them to her line. I just wish they didn’t cost so much, but there are no other products like them that I have found.
The products are all clear rich, but not greasy, serums that so on smooth and leave your skin feeling like velvet. They dry to a matte finish. They are packed full of things good for your skin, like retinol, Vitamin E, cermadies, linoleic and linolenic acids, natural soy extract and bioflavonoids.
Prior to using them, I would never dream that I could use something so rich on my oiler, very acne prone skin, but they aren’t oily and they do not cause me any problems at all. I don’t have and use all of the hydroshield products, but I probably would if they weren’t so pricey. One note about that, most of the containers are 1/2 ounce, which is 1 tablespoon. If you use the product generously, it will not last. They good news is that you just need a tiny drop - don’t use a full pump or you’ll run through your product in no time.
Here are the current HydroShield serums (there are other hydroshield products now as well, we’ll get ot those later):
HydroShield Face Serum is the original product. I mostly use the face serum around my eye area.
HydroShield Eye Serum - I have personally never used this product, I use the face serum for my eyes. But this one is formulated especially for the eye area.
HydroShield Neck Serum is thicker than the face products and is designed for the neck. I have used this in the past and loved it, now I use the hand and decollette serum on my neck.
HydroShield Body Serum is sold in a 6 ounce bottle. You use it before your body lotion.
HydroSeal Hand & Decollete Serum is my favorite of them all. I use it from the neck down, but mostly on my neck, chest, hands and elbows. This is the thickest of them all and is also the best value.
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Signature Club A Meltdown Cream Cleanser Review
Posted on November 12, 2008 | Filed Under Anti-Aging Skin Care, Skin Care Reviews
Signature Club A’s Meltdown Cream Cleansers are by far the most popular SCA products. The meltdowns have been around for a very long time - back to the Adrien Arpel line days. I remember going for an Adrien Arpel facial in the mid-1980s. I remember the Coconut meltdown they used to remove my makeup. I have been hooked ever since and I always have a Coconut meltdown in my stash.
You can use the meltdowns in two ways, either to remove makeup or as a tissue off facial cleanser. I use it to remove my makeup and follow with a regular cleanser, but people with drier skin can use it as their cleanser, just smooth it on and remove with a tissue or damp washcloth.
In addition to doing a wonderful job of cleaning your face completely, meltdowns also smell wonderful! My favorite is the coconut, but I also love the peach. The other fragrances smell wonderful as well. The fragrance does not linger after you take it off, but it is really nice while you are using the product.
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Anti-Aging Body Care: Avon Skin So Soft Age-Defying Neck and Chest Treatment Review
Posted on November 11, 2008 | Filed Under Anti-Aging Skin Care, Skin Care Reviews, Sunscreen
I have been using the Avon Skin So Soft Age-Defying Body Products and so far am very impressed. There are four products in the line - a shower gel, a hand cream, a body lotion and a neck and chest cream with sunscreen.
SKIN SO SOFT Renew & Refresh Age-Defying+ Corrective Neck & Chest Treatment
- I am really impressed with the neck and chest (decollete) cream. I have not done a good job of taking care of my chest - especially in the sunscreen department. I use it religiously on my face everyday and now thanks to this I am using it on my chest area as well. I adore and use Dr. Denese’s HydroSeal Hand and Decollete Serum on my chest at night and now am using this every morning. The two products have made an amazing difference in my lower neck/decollette area. The cream has a broad spectrum SPF of 15. Avon says it: “Begins working instantly and, over time, reduces the appearance of age spots, fine lines and wrinkles caused by sun damage.” I don’t have any visible sun damage, but I have had a life time of exposure and I am hoping that in addition to preventing further exposure, this product will help to diminish the damage that may have been done before it becomes visible. I knoe Avon is notorious for changing and discontinuing products, but I hope this one stays around - I hope to be able to use it for a very long time. The regular price Is $12 for 3.4 ounces. It is in a closed bottle with a pump dispenser - so all of the valuable products on the inside are protected.
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Avon MagiX Face Perfector with SPF Review
Posted on October 28, 2008 | Filed Under Skin Care Reviews, Sunscreen
Avon has a new product called MagiX Face Perfector. It is a clear gel that turns into a light powder-like finish after you apply it. It is similiar to a “clear makeup”, but can also be used as a makeup primer. It has an SPF of 20.
I have been using this for a few days now and I really like it. It did minimize the apperance of pores and fine lines under the eyes. It does have a soft powdery finish - it makes a great primer. Any primer I have ever tried causes me to breakout - this one has not so far. I am going to keep using it and see if I can use it daily without breakouts.
I think it would make a very good makeup primer or sunscreen for anyone with normal to oily skin. It is also an alternative to foundation - it will tone down shine, minimize the apperance of pores and fine lines.
Magix is getting rave reviews all over. The regular price is $10 for a one ounce tube.
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Anti-Aging Super Fruits
Posted on August 29, 2008 | Filed Under Anti-Aging Nutrition
The red pigment that gives cherries, strawberries, raspberries and blackberries their color has been found to be a powerful anti-aging antioxidant. The red pigments contain flavonoids, a type of phytonutrient with many documented health benefits, including anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties. The specific flavonoids in these red fruits are called anthocyanins, which are considered to be among the best antioxidants.
Recent research also suggested that a diet rich in cherries significantly lowered blood cholesterol levels and reduced triglycerides - both of which are considered major risk factors for heart disease.
Because of their anti-inflammatory properities, cherries are also used to decrease pain associated with arthritis and gout. Reducing inflammation can also reduce the risk for Type 2 Diabetes and heart disease.
The Cherry Marketing Institute has many great looking cherry recipes. They also recommend incorporating cherries into your diet by: adding dried cherries to pancakes, yogurt, salads, muffins, oatmeal and other cereals; by drinking cherry juice; or by eating raw cherries whole.
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Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer Tinted Moisturizer SPF Review
Posted on August 27, 2008 | Filed Under Anti-Aging Skin Care, Skin Care Reviews, Sunscreen
Neutrogena Healthy Skin Enhancer Tinted Moisturizer is one of my favorite multi-tasking products. I have been using it almost everyday this summer - it replaces moisturizer, sunscreen, primer and a retinol product. I have oiler skin and live in the humid south, so I don’t have much need for a moisturizer - this is a very light moisturizer and it provides a sheer color. I wear Medium in everything and the color number 40 (neutral to tan) is a perfect match for me. It has an SPF of 20 and provides a broad spectrum of sun protection. Plus it has the added bonus of Retinol without having to add another product.
I breakout very easily - especially from moisturizers, I have used this off and on for years and have never had a breakout that I attributed to this. I cannot wear makeup primer (they all break me out) and I love using this under my foundation - it even outs my skin tone and provides a good base for my other makeup.
If you have drier skin and need to add moisture, this may not need your product. Otherwise it is a great one (with a good price!) to try.
Active Ingredients: Octinoxate (7%) (Sunscreen), Octisalate (3%) (Sunscreen), Titanium Dioxide (5.1%) (Sunscreen) Inactive Ingredients: Water, Isopropyl Isostearate, CyclopentaSiloxane, Dimethicone, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cetearyl Alcohol, Tocopheryl Acetate, Retinyl Palmitate, Retinol, Arginine, Olive Fruit Extract (Olea Europaea), BHT, Silica, Polysorbate 20, Sclerotium Gum, Tetrasodium EDTA, Erythorbic Acid, Isostearyl Palmitate, Polysilicone 11, PEG 100 Stearate, Ammonium Polyacryloyldimethyl Taurate, PEG 75 Stearate, Ceteth 20, Steareth 20, Ethylparaben, Methylparaben, Propylparaben, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance, May Contain: Iron Oxides, Lauroyl Lysine
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