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As Winter Winds Down, Take Care of Your Skin For Spring!

I am so glad that the weather has been nicer in Kansas City! My skin is still a bit dry, but I will probably need to use lighter moisturizers…eventually.

As the cold weather winds down and we see the sun, our skin is going to go through different challenges to stay smooth and clear, but we still need to take care of it.

Below are moisturizers and an exfoliator that is helping my skin stay smooth and hydrated.

Christie Brinkley Authentic Skincare Recapture 360 Night Anti-Aging Night Treatment ($69 USD) — This anti-aging night cream repairs sun damage and addresses the effects of aging. Product features:

Works with the skin’s circadian cycle to revitalize the skin.
Reduces wrinkles while improving firmness, smoothness and elasticity.
Increases cellular energy for a rejuvenated appearance.
Infused with a bio-copper complex for anti-aging benefits.
100% vegan
Fragrance-free

What I think: This cream is so gentle on my skin (which my sensitive skin needs), and it so hydrating! I love that it’s not greasy and in the morning, my skin is so smooth!

Available at http://www.kohls.com

Avon ANEW Clinical Overnight Hydration Mask ($30 USD 1.7 oz on Sale for $24.99 USD) — Unique gel formula deeply replenishes lost moisture and replumps the look of skin. Ultra-lightweight gel formulated with encapsulated hyaluronic acid & shea butter beads. Use at nighttime, 3X a week over your favorite night cream and leave on overnight. In the morning your skin looks dramatically hydrated…and visibly younger! Won’t stain your pillow. Fragrance-free, Paraben-free, oil-free and suitable for sensitive skin.

What I think: This is such a cool product. It has a gel-texture and goes on lightly, but it is so hydrating. I suggest that if you need lots of moisture, use it over your night time moisturizer. If you only need a little moisture, apply instead on if. I have tried it both ways, and I wake up with dewy skin!

Purchase at http://www.avon.com

AMBI EVEN & CLEAR Exfoliating Wash

AMBI EVEN & CLEAR Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30

AMBI Fade Cream

STEP 1: CLEANSE — Cleansing is not only recommended as the first step in your beauty routine, it’s essential. Begin your beauty regimen with AMBI® EVEN & CLEAR® Exfoliating Wash ($6.99 USD, 5 oz.) to effectively clear skin and prevent breakouts, while helping maintain an even complexion. This creamy exfoliating wash contains 0.5% salicylic acid to help improve the look of skin by eliminating dead skin cells, leaving it smoother and more radiant.

STEP 2: MOISTURIZE — Moisture is key to helping maintain the skin barrier and in preventing skin from becoming dry and flaky. After cleansing, moisturize with the AMBI® EVEN & CLEAR® Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30 ($12.49 USD 3 oz.). It’s advanced, oil-free formula is hypoallergenic and gentle enough for sensitive skin. It won’t clog pores or leave skin looking shiny. This “multi-tasking” moisturizer evens out complexion to reduce the appearance of discoloration and provide protection from the sun.

STEP 3: TREAT — Apply AMBI® Fade Cream to treat uneven skin tone and dark marks ($6.49 USD 2 oz.). This unique treatment was developed and designed with skin of color in mind. The active ingredient, hydroquinone, has been shown to decrease the overproduction of melanin and when applied regularly it delivers visible results.

What I think — I have been using the wash and moisturizer for a few weeks and love how they clean, moisturize and protect my skin. The wash helps my enlarged pores and the moisturizer hydrates without being heavy. I haven’t tried the fade cream yet, but if I get sun spots this summer, I will.

Available at http://www.shopambi.com

I am loving all of these products! What are you using for skincare? Any amazing products I should check out? Leave a comment and let me know!

Spring Ahead With Fresh Beauty Ideas

Did you spring ahead this week? The weekend seemed to go by so fast, but it was nice that it was lighter longer. It was 70 degrees today and I loved it! So looking forward to spring and summer this year!

Below are some fun picks for hair care, sun care and makeup to help you spring ahead in style!

Streekers

Scunci Hair Chalk

Brighten up your hair this spring with fun temporary colors! Two I have recently tried are:

STREEKERS ($11.95 USD) is true temporary hair color with a difference. Instant. Liquid. Washes out when you want it out. Not a mascara, not a crayon, not a paint. But a cool new hair color that uses innovative technology. In 8 vibrant colors: pink, blue, ultra violet, red, green, yellow, orange, purple. Available at http://www.colormetrics.com

Scunci Hair Chalk ($11.99) — So easy to use! Just glide color onto hair. Works like a straightener. Comes with two different colors in pack. Available at mass market retailers near you!

Change colors in seconds
Works on all hair types
Non-permanent

Protect your face and lips!

Sun Bum Day Tripper ($24.99 USD) — Premium travel-sized sun care essentials for those lazy days in the sun. Benefits Broad Spectrum UVA/UVB Protection Hypoallergenic Paraben / PABA Free Gluten Free / 100% Vegan Anti Aging Won’t Clog Pores Oil Free

Includes:

SPF 30 Sunscreen Lotion / 3.0 OZ SPF 30 Sunscreen Lip Balm / 0.15 OZ Cool Down Aloe Lotion / 3.0 OZ

Available at: http://shop.trustthebum.com/daytripper/

Hard Candy Glow All the Way Ombre Blush

Hard Candy Face and Body Luminizer

Hard Candy Plumping Serum

Soft and shimmering makeup is perfect right now! It will definitely help chase the winter away.

Hard Candy Glow All The Way Ombre Blush ($7 USD) — Add warmth and luminosity to your cheeks with Hard Candy Baked Blush. It will give your complexion a soft glow. I like that it applies softly, but can be build to a brighter flush!

Hard Candy Face & Body Luminizer, Doll Face Pink ($8 USD) — Get glowing and show off your glamorous side, using Hard Candy Luminizer, Doll Face Pink. This luxurious body and face luminizer illuminates all skin tones with a pearlescent glow. Shimmery and pigmented, the Glow All The Way Hard Candy Luminizer gives your skin lasting, radiant shine. A little goes a long way to give your face a glow and can also be used on the shoulders and décolleté for a fun evening look!

The Hard Candy Plumping Serum Volumizing Lip Gloss ($6 USD) — will give a glamorous appearance to your lips, creating the most desired pouting look. The lip plumper lip gloss features an attractive shimmer that will automatically make your lips look fuller. The lip gloss is ideally suited for those who like sheer colors. I don’t see a lot of plumping with this, but it does give shimmer and shine and has a nice minty taste to it.

Available at Walmart stores and http://www.walmart.com

SwimSpray

Arganesse

Don’t forget to take care of your hair on this spring!

SwimSpray ($15 for 4 oz) –SwimSpray uses a patent-pending vitamin C technology to immediately neutralize the chlorine on your body – eliminating the residual chlorine that can damage and irritate your hair and skin. It removes the chlorine from your hair and skin in a safe, gentle, and all-natural way.SwimSpray leaves your hair soft and moisturized and maintains hair color andkeeps your skin from drying out and becoming itchy or irritated. It is 100% natural, fragrance-free, sulfate-free, and free from artificial colors. Available at http://www.swimspray.com

Arganesse ($96 for 3.4 oz) For centuries, argan oil has been used to protect hair and skin from harsh desert conditions. High in vitamin E and essential fatty acids, argan oil alone naturally hydrates for silky, shiny, frizzfree hair. Arganesse controls the frizz, repairs, and rehydrates while adding shine and eliminating oiliness. Arganesse obtains this by blending argan oil with the perfect combination of complementary ingredients resulting in a winning secret formula. When applied to hair, this incredible elixir gives a lustrous gleam to dull, lifeless locks. Works on all hair types. Purchase at http://www.arganesse.com

Are you trying new products this spring? Please leave a comment and let me know!

My Beauty Faves Week of March 2-8, 2015

It has been so warm in Kansas City the last couple of days that it feels like Spring! My skin is still trying to get over the cold and it is so dry! So I am still loving products that moisturize and get me ready for the longer days ahead! My faves this week include a hydrating facial mask, a velvety eye cream, floss picks that whiten, affordable luxury makeup brushes and a cool light-up lip gloss!

Hada Labo Tokyo Ultimate Anti-Aging Facial Mask ($14.99 USD) — This sheet mask is the perfect option for a spa treatment at home. In 10 minutes this mask delivers an immediate boost of hydration using Hyaluronic Acid to keep skin looking smooth and restored. The box included 4 masks! What I think: This hydrating sheet mask is so easy to use. I just apply it to clean skin and 10 minutes later, I have super soft skin! And it doesn’t irritate my super sensitive skin! Available at http://www.ulta.com

Volante Transformative Eye Crème ($85 USD) — Supple, lightweight and luxurious, this crème was specifically designed for the delicate eye area. The crème is infused with a new peptide that’s clinically proven to help reduce dark circles, and special light diffusers visibly reduce the appearance of crow’s feet. Independent clinical tests showed that 90% of women reported their eyes instantly felt more refreshed, with more than 80% of women reporting that their eyes looked and felt healthier with fewer lines after four weeks of use. With a blend of 7 VITAE, this crème will leave your skin smooth, refreshed and younger-looking. What I think: This is such a luxe eye cream — it instantly smoothes my skin and it helps me look wide awake, even when I’m not! It is very lightweight and absorbs quickly. Available at www.VolanteSkincare.com

DenTek Fresh & White Silky Whitening Floss Picks ($2.47 USD for 75) — The FIRST and ONLY floss picks on the market that provide advanced whitening with micro-crystals, to polish away food and plaque and promote a whiter, brighter smile! They feature Gentle Silk Floss for easy cleaning between tight teeth and have a built-in tongue cleaner to keep breath fresh.

What I think: These are so good for cleaning in between all teeth (even my recent crown). They also really freshen my breath. Plus, they are very affordable! DenTek has a wide range of oral hygiene products such as Floss Picks + Travel Case ($1.50 for 2ct) and DenTek Interdental Cleaners ($4.49).

Available at Walmart stores.

Makeup Academy’s premium brush collection, the perfect accessories to create flawless makeup looks easily and affordably! Innovatively designed with a mix of natural and synthetic fibers for use across face, eyes and lips, the 15 brushes feature precision-cut heads and sleek, gunmetal finishes and are now What I think: I love these brushes! They are very luxe and affordable! I have tried the Pro BB/CC Cream Brush ($18), which diffuses cream over the skin to create a feather-light, no-makeup finish, the Pro Smudger/Detailer Brush ($8) with a dome shape ideal for blending out a dark smoky eye, and the Pro Point Liner Brush ($10) is uniquely shaped to achieve a precise cat-eye, without hands or fingers getting in the way. Available exclusively at CVS/pharmacy and http://www.cvs.com/muapro

Gerard Cosmetics Color Your Smile Lighted Lip Gloss Sugar Mama ($24 USD) — A deliciously pale pink gloss that will be an essential for all of our girly girls out there. Wear it alone or top your favorite nude lipstick to create the perfect wash of color. A deliciously pale pink gloss that will be an essential for all of our girly girls out there. Wear it alone or top your favorite nude lipstick to create the perfect wash of color. What I think: This color is so pretty and soft, perfect for natural day looks or at night with a dramatic eye. And the lid of the gloss has a mirror and it lights up when opened — so fun! Available at http://www.gerardcosmetics.com What are you loving this week?

The Winner Of My L’Occitane 28 Day Divine Renewal Program Is…

Heather S! Congrats Heather! I will be getting in touch with you shortly.

I am sure I will be having another giveaway soon, so keep reading my blog! I appreciate all my readers and would love a change to give more of you prizes!

The Winner Of My ASEA RENU 28 Skin Gel Giveaway is…

…Heidi! Congratulations Heidi, I will contact you shortly so that I can send you your prize! I hope you enjoy the ASEA RENU 28!

And, my L’Occitane 28 Day Divine Renewal Program winner will be chosen this Sunday, March 1st. You can leave a comment to enter. Learn more here. Good Luck!

Don’t Forget To Enter My ASEA RENU 28 Skin Gel Giveaway!

I hope you all had a great weekend! I have another fab review and giveaway! The product is ASEA RENU 28, a gel that renews the skin by hydrating and reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

The claim from the company is:

RENU 28 encourages the strength and efficiency of your skin cell reproduction in partnership with your body’s natural efforts to keep your skin healthy. The powerful science behind RENU 28 delivers gentle, effective treatment to repair and comfort aging and damaged skin. Through Redox Signaling technology, this unique gel provides essential support to the cellular mechanisms that are the foundation of your skin’s structure. RENU 28 provides critical communication between cells to ensure optimum renewal and replenishment.

We’ve taken what is natural and native in your body and put it into a concentrated gel that you can use to care for your skin. RENU 28 will support your skin and supplement the body’s natural renewal process.

PRODUCT BENEFITS

Promotes youthful looking skin
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Increases hydration
Increases smoothness of skin

PRODUCT BENEFITS

Promotes youthful looking skin
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Increases hydration
Increases smoothness of skin

Learn more and purchase at http://www.asea.net

You can win a full-sized ($40 for 2.7 fl. oz) tube of RENU 28. Just leave a comment below letting my know why you would like to try it. I will choose a winner on Friday, February 27th. US residents only please.

Good Luck!

My Beauty Faves Week of February 16-22, 2015

I have been watching the Oscars, and all of the ladies look gorgeous! It is important to choose great skincare, makeup, nail care and fragrances to pull of glam – and everyday – looks.

This week I am loving a fab skincare and foundation set, skincare for my nails and a fresh fragrance:

Glossier Phase 1 Set ($80 USD) — Glossier is resetting the beauty game, starting with the most important thing: a perfectly primed canvas. This is skincare as makeup—a mist, moisturizer, balm, and tint, designed to work together to perfect (not conceal!) skin while requiring minimal effort on your end. All you need are your fingertips.

Products included from left to right in photo (and my opinion of them) are:

Perfecting Skin Tint: This light foundation evens out discoloration and leaves your face looking toned, smooth, and dewy. The breathable, ultra thin formula auto-fits to skin, making application as simple as throwing on moisturizer. It is very sheer, like a liquid, but you can build it to a medium coverage. I like it, but it is a bit sheer for me (I need my coverage). I think it is perfect for those who want to showcase their good skin. Comes in three shades.

Balm Dotcom: A hydrating, long-lasting, do-everything skin salve that’s packed with antioxidants and natural emollients to nourish and repair dry, irritated skin. The dense, waxy texture stays in place to seal in moisture wherever it goes. I like to use this on my cuticles and as a lip and face balm when it is very cold out.

Soothing Face Mist: This spritz is made with roses and aloe to hydrate, soothe, and leave you feeling fresh and awake, prepping your skin for the Priming Moisturizer. Also excellent as a makeup refresher and midday pick-me-up. I love the sweet, floral scent and how refreshing it is. I loving using this facial spray before my moisturizer as it hydrates my skin.

Priming Moisturizer: This moisturizes, creates an even texture and helps with redness. This comforting cream allows you to layer and build up to the perfect amount of moisture depending on climate, season, or how your skin’s feeling on any given day. I like how moisturizing this is. It is more of a moisturizer than a primer, but it does help even out skin, getting it ready for foundation.

Available at http://www.glossier.com

Dermelect Cosmeceuticals Nail Strengthener Duo

Dermelect LAUNCHPAD Nail Strengthener ($18 USD) — This -aging nail treatment that is the first to utilize protein-peptide technology to hydrate and strengthen nails.Similar to multi-peptide technology for the treatment of aging skin, the breakthrough ingredient provides a unique delivery system of protein peptides directly to the nail bed to encourage stubborn nails to grow while improving their strength. The unique multi-peptide, derived from New Zealand wool, delivers keratin protein to the nails increasing the integrity and cohesion to the nail plate resulting in natural flexibility and increased moisture. Furthermore its antioxidant behavior allows it to actively remove harmful free radicals most commonly associated with nail damage. The fast-drying formula provides a soft shine for natural nails and a protecting base coat under polish.

The ‘green’ formula is DBP, Toluene, and Formaldehyde free. Patented Formula.

Dermelect REJUVENAIL Fortifying Nail & Cuticle Treatment ($18 USD) — Unlock your potential to successfully grow your own natural nails longer, stronger, and healthier. Dermelect Rejuvenail™ Fortifying Nail & Cuticle Treatment is a true, anti-aging nail treatment that is the first to utilize protein-peptide technology to hydrate and strengthen nails and relieve ragged, painful cuticles. The breakthrough peptide delivers keratin protein directly to the nail bed encouraging stubborn nails to grow while improving their resistance to chipping and splitting. Results in increased integrity, cohesion, flexibility and moisture to the nails.

Available at http://www.dermelect.com

Love2Love Jasmine and Sparkling Mimosa ($9.98 USD) — Inspired by a spectrum of colors that express a woman’s joy and sheer happiness, each scent speaks to the woman who loves the idea of being in love. These four fragrances were designed the capture a stylish duo of ingredients that reflect perfect pairs in love:

LOVE2LOVE Fresh Rose + Peach: This luscious scent opens with juicy notes of pear nectar and fresh caccis buds, evoking joy and optimism. Bulgarian rose oil infused with geranium infuses innocence and femininity, while musk and orris blend at the base bringing a dose of comforting warmth and tenderness to the fragrance.
LOVE2LOVE Jasmine + Sparkling Mimosa: Lighthearted and fresh, this fragrance represents the spirit of a radiant, carefree woman. The youthful and energetic blend of dewy peony and sparkling mimosa mingles with intoxicating jasmine and sweet pea join with warm rosewood and almond blossom at the base to wrap you in a veil of sensuality.
LOVE2LOVE Freesia + Violet Petals: Timeless and alluring, this scent begins with a sweet mix of peach blossom and lavender blooms then give way to feminine heart notes of freesia and violet blossom. The base notes of sheer musk and cedar wood emerge spontaneously.
LOVE2LOVE Orange Blossom + White Musk: A refreshing cocktail of sparkling bergamot and juicy orange notes opens this fragrance, followed by soft peony at the heart to create a feminine element. The trace of orris and white musk add a sensual aspect to the fragrance.

I have a sample of this in the Jasmine and Sparkling Mimosa scent. It is fresh and sweet, like juicy fruit — a perfect spring scent. And, it is light so you can spritz it on the body, or in your hair. Very nice and so affordable!

Available at Walmart and Walmart.com

Review and Giveaway — L’Occitane 28 Day Divine Renewal Program

I have just finished a new skin care regimine from L’Occitane called the Divine Renewal Program ($130 for 28 treatments) that launches today on usa.loccitane.com. It contains organic immortelle essential oil and it acts in 4 steps, specifically developed to work in tune with the skin renewal cycle. The product is used for 28 days; 4 formulas in 4 weeks to enhance overworked skin’s natural ability to regenerate.

Below is info on the 4 weeks of treatment. At the bottom is info on the giveaway (yay!).

• Week 1- Gentle Exfoliation: Pistacia lentiscus or “Mastic Tree” essential oil acts as a gentle exfoliator by encouraging the natural shedding process of the skin, leaving the skin feeling more soft and smooth.

• Week 2- Hydration & Nutrition: A unique blend of 4 vegetable oils, combined with cistus essential oil, help nourish and hydrate skin.

• Week 3- Balance: Myrtle and Rosemary essential oils, with rebalancing properties, contribute to the overall well-being of the skin.

• Week 4- Renewal: Carrot, Cypress and Immortelle essential oils provide a solution to the visible signs of aging for a glowing complexion.

What I think: This is such an interesting idea for treating aging skin. When I opened the box and saw the 4 rows of individual capsules, I noticed that they seemed all the same. But, as I used each daily treatment, I could see different results to my skin each week.

My skin is very sensitive, so the first week was a bit hard on my skin, so I just used half a treatment each day. But, by the second week, my skin seemed smoother and was happy to get to the hydration week! By my last week of treatment, my skin tone was more even and my fine lines and wrinkles were definitely less noticeable! This is really a great system!

So, do you want to win this fabulous system for yourself??? Leave a comment letting me know why you think this would be great for your skin! I will choose a winner on Sunday March 1st. US residents only please. Good Luck!

Giveaway! ASEA RENU 28 Skin Gel

I hope you all had a great weekend! I have another fab review and giveaway! The product is ASEA RENU 28, a gel that renews the skin by hydrating and reducing the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

The claim from the company is:

PRODUCT BENEFITS

Promotes youthful looking skin
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
Increases hydration
Increases smoothness of skin

What I think: I have only been using this for a few days, but I noticed a difference in my skin after the first use. It made my skin look instantly brighter and smoother, and my pores even looked smaller. The more I have used it, the better my skin looks. I use it twice a day after cleansing and before serums and moisturizers and plan to use it all! Really cool product!

Learn more and purchase at http://www.asea.net

Good Luck!

Take Care of Your Skin This Winter With Skincare By Karin Herzog, Jan Marini, Phyto-C, Wilma Schumann and Korres

How is your skin doing this winter? I guess it depends on where you live. If you are in the Northeast it has been cold and snowy, but in Kansas City it changes everyday. One day it’s 20 degrees and then next, 70!

So, I really need to take care of my skin! Here are some of my recent faves for soft and smooth skin:

Karin Herzog AHA Cream ($60) — Revive dull winter skin with this powerful, yet gentle overnight exfoliating treatment formulated with fruit acids, clarifying fruit extracts and nourishing vitamins. This buffered AHA formula removes dead cells and revitalizes dull skin to reduce the appearance of hyper pigmentation, fine lines and wrinkles. The pH balanced formula is suited for all skin types and regular use helps to prime the skin for optimal product absorption and moisture balance.

What I think: This cream can be used at night, before bedtime. You can apply a moisturizing cream over it if you’d like. When you wake up in the morning you get softer skin!

Available online via www.karinherzog.com

Jan Marini Holiday Exfoliator in Cranberry Orange ($85) — Just because the holidays are over, doesn’t mean you should stop treating your skin. Available in Sugar Cookie and Orange & Cranberry scents, JMSR’s popular, clinical-strength resurfacer immediately refines texture, leaving skin with a radiant, polished glow. This uniquely designed scrub eliminates harsh abrasives to gently and safely scrub and resurface the skin.

What I think: I like to use this exfoliator a couple of times a week. I love how soft it make my skin. And it smells amazing. The scent reminds me of fresh fruit and it is nice to use all year round, not just during the holidays!

Available online via www.janmarini.com now through the end of the winter season.

Phyto-C SUPERHEALTM O-Live Cream ($120 USD) — The nourishing O-Live Cream is created with multi-vitamin and centella extract to reinforce natural skin hydration. The light-weight formula soothes and calms itchy skin, reducing adverse skin reactions, dryness, irritation and redness.

What I think: This beautiful cream is super-moisturizing, but not heavy at all! I really like using this as a day cream before SPF. It has a little tint to it and helps with my redness. Since it isn’t heavy, it works well under makeup.

Available online via www.myphyto-c.us

Wilma Schumann Oil-Free Nourishing Serum

Wilma Schumann Moisture Activ Gel-Crème

Wilma Schumann Oil-Free Nourishing Serum ($56 USD) — Nourish and moisturize while improving the appearance of damaged skin. This concentrated formula/’s amino acids (extracted from salmon caviar, rich in omega-3) are the building blocks of proteins. It/’s exceptionally effective for a range of skin types from normal to oily and acne-prone. No fragrance. Non-irritating. Paraben-free.

Wilma Schumann Moisture Activ Gel-Crème ($48 USD) — Visibly reduce the appearance of fine lines by protecting your skin from environmental damage. This light cream-emulsion combines DMAE, marine collagen, elastin, vitamin E and alpha lipoic acid known for powerful hydrating and antioxidant properties in a non-greasy formula. Subtle, natural fragrance.

What I think: Both of these products help moisturize skin without being heavy or greasy. I like to use them together at night (after exfoliating). I have a hard time sleeping with a heavy cream on my face. In the morning, my skin looks fresh and glowing.

Available at http://www.wilmaschumann.com

Korres Greek Yoghurt Sleeping Facial ($45 USD) — This ultra hydrating facial-in-a-jar contains a Greek Yoghurt concentrate with two and a half times the protein content of regular yogurt, and works overnight to provide skin with intense, long-term moisturization and nourishment to create a smooth, even complexion. You will wake up to noticeable improvements in skin texture and more moisturized, refreshed skin.

What I think: I use this cream when my skin is dry and I need more hydration. It works so well overnight! I wake up with soft, fully hydrated skin. This is perfect for those who need hydration at night!

Available for $45 at Sephora.com.

What skincare are you using this winter? Leave a comment and let me know!