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Get Face (Not Just Body) Into Shape With New Firming And Anti-Aging Skincare

I don’t know about you, but I like to wear less makeup in the summer, especially face makeup. I usually pare down my usual primer, concealer, foundation, powder to something lighter — maybe a multi-tasker like a BB Cream.

To do this, I have to get my skin ready for less makeup. The skincare below will help your pores, firm up your skin and make your skin radiant just in time for warmer weather.

Dr. Jart+ Pore Medic Pore Purifying Mask ($29 for 5 masks) — This refreshing, rejuvenating mask incorporates natural extracts, which work to clear out pores without irritation and stimulate pore contraction. Hydrating ingredients help detoxify and brighten, leaving skin clear, smooth, and refined. This cruelty-free product is hypoallergenic, dermatologist tested, and free of alcohol and fragrance.

What I think: I LOVE this mask! I put it on my skin, left it there for about 25 minutes, took it off and rubbed the excess serum in my skin. Then I looked in the mirror — wow! My pores were so much smaller looking and my redness was almost gone. My skin was so smooth. Awesome product!

Available at Sephora stores and http://www.sephora.com

Avon’s ANEW Clinical Infinite Lift Targeted Contouring Serum ($39.99 USD) — Featuring a unique massaging applicator to target the four key facial zones prone to sagging (cheeks, chin, jowls, jaw), this effective serum combines the PolyPeptide Lift Complex with a high concentration of seven instant skin-tighteners including a pharmaceutical grade one for fast acting, fast lifting results.

What I think: I have been using this for a couple of weeks and already see results! I take the product with the applicator and roll the serum on to my chin, jaw and cheeks and then rub it in. It really tightens things up. Which is what I need as I approach my 46th birthday (I KNOW!).

Available exclusively through Avon Representatives. To locate an Avon Representative call 1-800-FOR-AVON or visit www.avon.com.

Sculpt Secret Facial Sculpting Serum ($69 USD) — Say goodbye to under-chin bulge and hello to chiseled jaw and cheek bones with the Sculpt Secret Facial Sculpting Serum. This product’s breakthrough IsoSculpt Complex mixes purified Seaweed Extract with other botanicals to reduce the appearance of double chin, define jaw line, contour cheekbones and tighten neck area, shaving both pounds and years off your appearance without dieting, pills, or surgery.

This unmatched product allows trapped fluids and fat to simply melt away as skin is detoxified. The Chromium CircuSpheres stimulate micro-circulation to boost metabolism and speed up the sculpting process—giving a slimmer, more defined look in just two weeks!

What I think: I have just started using this serum now. I love how it feels and how easy it is to apply. I will continue using it for the two full weeks to see if it slims my face, I have high hopes!

Available at http://www.softsurroundings.com

MyBody MyHero Anti-Aging Growth Factor Daytime Lotion ($115 USD) — A unique combination of biomimetic growth factor peptides plus lifting, hydrating and anti-inflammatory ingredients help restore youth and radiance while enhancing the skin’s NMF (Natural Moisture Factor).

Replenishes dehydrated, dry and mature skin with essential hydrators and nourishing moisturizers. The ultimate daytime lotion for dry, mature or compromised skin. By delivering a complete portfolio of anti-aging technologies, including probiotic derived bioactives, antioxidants, skin tighteners and a heroic complex of plant derived growth factor peptides, plus DNA repair actives, the combination of myHERO products maximize the skin’s natural healing abilities to enhance barrier function and rebuild thinning skin for results you can see and feel.

What I think: This is my new daytime lotion. I have been using it under SPF for a few weeks now and really like how it tightens my skin and makes it glow. I only wish it included SPF — the less products I have to use, the better. But, I am seeing results in how young my skin now looks so I will continue using it.

Learn more at www.lovemybody.com/products/detail/myhero-daytime-lotion/

Don’t forget makeup with skincare benefits, light a great BB Cream! Amarte Natural Finish BB Cream Light Tint ($55 USD) — Natural Finish™ Korean BB Cream lets you be your own beauty. This sheer, fine pigmented beauty balm provides uniform coverage without caking or flaking. Designed with SPF 36 to protect you while it softens and smooths for a natural look, Natural Finish™ BB Cream forsakes all else for the beauty of you.

What I think: This actually solves my SPF problem. I can put this on over my MyBody day lotion, and it has SPF and provides coverage with the tint. It feels so light on, but provides moderate coverage. Perfect for the summer when I want to use less products.

Available at http://www.amarteskincare.com

What are you doing to get your skin in shape for summer?

Discover Physicians Formula New Anti-Aging Skincare Line

Looking for an affordable anti-aging skincare line that will give great results? Well, Physicians Formula’s new anti-aging line claims that you will “Look 6 years younger in 4 weeks. We promise.”

That sounds wonderful, right? The line includes the following products:

Wrinkle Corrector & Firming Cleanser Formula Rx101 ($9.97 USD) Rich cream cleanser effectively removes makeup and impurities while smoothing, firming and protecting skin’s moisture barrier. Leaves complexion clean, smooth and moisturized.

Wrinkle Corrector & Firming Moisturizer SPF 15 Formula Rx111 ($16.97 USD) Potent moisturizer instantly enhances skin’s firmness, hydration and radiance. SPF 15 protects against damaging UVA / UVB rays. Luxurious and lightweight formula improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for an overall smoothing effect.

Deep Wrinkle Corrector Day & Night Cream Formula Rx121 ($16.97 USD) Ultra-rich cream enhances skin’s cycle of repair, encouraging healthy cell renewal to reveal younger-looking skin. Wrinkle length and depth appear improved with regular use. Helps to improve the moisture barrier, strengthen skin and protect collagen, the key protein in maintaining firm skin

Intensive Wrinkle Corrector Eye Cream Formula Rx122 ($16.97 USD) Potent cream targets the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in the eye area. Moisturizing formula boosts elasticity and firmness to improve the appearance of crow’s feet and puffiness. Illuminating properties improve the appearance of dark circles.

Dark Spot Corrector & Skin Brightener Formula Formula Rx123 ($18.97 USD) Potent serum targets signs of uneven skin tone and helps address the evidence of sun damage: dark spots, dark patches and skin stresses. Anti-oxidant formula can help inhibit the appearance of uneven pigment formation. Specialized ingredients target surface darkening and exfoliate it away. Works to keep skin looking brighter, more uniform in tone.

Firming & Lifting Booster Formula Rx124 ($18.97 USD) Skin firming serum improves the appearance of fine lines and medium to deep wrinkles. Builds a firming moisture cushion into thinning skin. Improves elasticity and delivers essential moisture to help plump skin and reduce the appearance of sagging.

What I think: I really like these purple-tinted products. My favorite is the Dark Spot Corrector. I have been using it for a few weeks and notice that my sun spots are getting lighter and my skintone looks more even. I also really love the moisturizers. Both are non-greasy and extremely hydrating.

The great thing about this line is that all of the products are specific to certain skin concerns. You can find what you need to help aging skin. Visit www.physiciansformulaskincare.com to learn more. Enjoy!

Fab Anti-Aging Skincare By Caudalie — Plus Their New Website!

Caudalie Beauty Elixir ($16.00 USD) — Inspired by the “elixir of youth” used by Queen Isabelle of Hungary, this treatment smoothes features, tightens pores, and gives the complexion a burst of radiance. an excellent base for make-up, this water
awakens the skin in the morning and livens it up before a night out. For all skin lacking radiance. Beauty Elixir is an exceptional anti-dull complexion treatment and a wonderful after-shave for men.

What I think: This is such a nice and refreshing face mist. I use it after cleansing in the morning and I can tell it tightens my pores before I apply my Vinoperfect Day Perfecting Fluid SPF 15 (see below). It has a bit of a strong, herbal scent, though so it is not for those who do not enjoy strong fragrance in their skincare.

Vinoperfect Day Perfecting Fluid SPF 15 ($68.00 USD) — This oil-free moisturizer instantly regenerates for a baby-skin
effect and radiant glow. Smooths lines, minimizes pores and reduces dark spots. Ideal primer for all skin types. Formulated for those who wish to enhance their skin’s radiance, tone and clarity.

What I think: I am loving this and use it every morning as my moisturizer and primer. I find that it evens out my skin tone and makes lines and pores much less noticeable. It does give a little glow, but covers any shiny, oily spots on my face (hello, my forehead!). So awesome!

Premier Cru The Eye Cream ($95.00 USD) The ultimate anti-ageing eye cream for immediate and long-lasting visible results. Targeting all the visible signs of aging around the eyes: wrinkles, loss of elasticity, dehydration, dark circles, puffiness, dark spots
and loss of radiance, Premier Cru The Eye Cream, immediately brightens and correct dark circles thanks to silvery, coppery and iridescent pearlizers. For those who wish to combat all signs of ageing: wrinkles, lack of firmness, lack of radiance and dryness.

What I think: If you are looking for a luxurious eye cream, this is the one for you! It feels fabulous — so cool and soothing once applied. It also instantly makes the eye are look brighter and less puffy. Use it morning and night — and go all around the eye with it — especially at night. Your eye lids firmer and smoother in the morning.

Caudalie has also recently announced the new online home of Caudalie in the US – www.caudalie-usa.com! There are so many new features for the Caudalie lover to explore:

• “Notes from Mathidle” – a new blog featuring insider scoop, expert advice and inspirational observations ( coming in early August)

• Chat Live with a Caudalie Expert

• The luxury of free ground shipping on orders over $50

• Read and write product reviews

• Access to Le Club, featuring exclusive offers, ability to store information and history and create and share wish lists.

• Sign up to receive email newsletters with product news & previews, special offers and exclusive event invitations

If you shop online until August 26, 2011, enter the code SUMMER at checkout and you will receive 20% off of your order. Enjoy!

NEW StriVectin-SD® for Sensitive Skin

: NEW StriVectin-SD® for Sensitive Skin

Strangely enough, I find that as my skin ages, it becomes more sensitive. I was excited to try a new sensitive skin cream from StriVectin hoping that it would address some of my anti-aging concerns without making it red and uncomfortable.

The product is called StriVectin-SD^® for Sensitive Skin Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks & Wrinkles ($79.00 USD). A mouthful, I know, but a really great product. The claim is that it is, “is an anti-aging powerhouse, developed exclusively for sensitive skin. 100% of StriVectin’s collagen-building, wrinkle-reducing, anti-aging power. And none of the oils or fragrances that cause irritation and leave sensitive skin vulnerable to accelerated aging.”

This cream is for the 49% of women 25+ with sensitive skin who are battling the signs of aging. When using conventional products, they are prone to redness, dryness, flare-ups, burning and stinging. It includes the benefits of collagen building, wrinkle-reducing, anti-aging power with no oils or fragrances. Through NIA-114™, it strengthens skin’s protective layer so wrinkles diminish, tone evens and texture smoothes. Sensitive skin feels less sensitive.

StriVectin-SD^® for Sensitive Skin is fragrance-free, oil-free, paraben-free, allergen-free, and artificial dye-free. This soothing formula contains Nia-114, active peptides, rose & cucumber extracts, and oat kernel extract to deliver powerful results in a gentle way.

What I think: The very first time I used this product, I noticed immediate smoothing and brightening of my skin. It was very surprising. So many face creams make my skin red at first, before the benefits kick in, so I am not used to such fast results.

I have now been using the cream twice a day for a few weeks and love using it. It hydrates my dry, winter skin leaving it feeling soft and nourished. My skin looks noticeably younger because of the glow and smoothness it imparts.

I highly recommend the StriVectin-SD^® for Sensitive Skin Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks & Wrinkles for the face. I haven’t tried it on my stretch marks, but I bet it would help. You can purchase this at www.strivectin.com and www.sephora.com

Grassroots Research Labs Triple Mushroom Intensive Anti-Wrinkle Cream

I try a lot of anti-aging skincare. I haven’t tried Grassroots Research Labs – or any skincare brand sold at Kohl’s – and didn’t know what to expect. I can say now that I have been using it for a few weeks, I love it! But before I explain why, check out the product info first:

Triple Mushroom Intensive Anti-Wrinkle Cream WITH WILD GINSENG ROOT (regular $32.50, check sales) Known as the ‘elixir of life’, the mushroom has been revered in Eastern medicinal practices for centuries. Its ability to boost the body’s self-healing mechanisms is well documented in the history of ancient herbal tradition.

Now Grassroots Research Labs has applied the restorative powers of the mushroom to visibly reduce wrinkles. This intensely moisturizing cream blends a potent complex of three mushrooms with wild ginseng root for a highly effective anti-wrinkle formula.

Reishi and Hoelin mushrooms work to smooth the appearance of existing wrinkles while the Chaga mushroom helps prevent future lines and wrinkles from forming. This powerful mushroom trio rebuilds elastin to help reduce and repair existing lines and wrinkles. Skin immediately looks smoother and less aged, helping to recreate a less-lined, youthful skin surface over time.

SKIN FACT:
- Skin aging leads to surface-level lines and wrinkles caused by biological deceleration at the cellular level, undermining skin’s natural structure and its moisture reserves. By boosting skin’s defenses, this appearance of premature skin aging can be reduced.

Benefits:
- Immediately:
  - 96% of subjects reported softer and smoother skin.
  - 73% increase in moisturization.
- After 4 weeks:
  - 33% measurable reduction in the appearance of lines and wrinkles.
- Details
  - 1.7 oz.

This collection also includes an eye cream ($27.50 regular price) that I haven’t tried yet.

What I think: This is a light and airy cream that feels like a drink of moisture on my skin. I’m always afraid to use creams (instead of a lighter lotion) on my face in the summer, since my skin is oilier at this time of the year. This cream is not greasy or heavy and feels fantastic when I use it at night. I notice that my skin seems glowy and smoother right after I apply it. I don’t have tons of wrinkles, so I can’t say if it reduces wrinkles, but I can say that my skin looks better after I use it.

You can learn more about this product and Grassroots Research Labs at www.kohls.com. Enjoy!

Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Serum

Ladies (and gents), if you are over 30, it’s time to try a serum? Don’t want to add an extra step? I understand, but I think a good anti-aging serum is such and important step in skincare. The reason is that you can find one that will greatly help your aging skin improve. There are serums that help lift the skin, reduce the appearance of pore size and diminish fine lines and wrinkles. Plus many serums include vitamins and antioxidants that will make your skin healthier.

A leader in anti-aging skincare, Olay, has recently introduced a new serum — the Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Serum ($29.99 USD). This serum claims to lift and firm the skin and contains a super-concentrated amino-peptide + B3 complex. It also complains that it provides specially designed hydration to give you significantly firmer skin and regenerate skin’s appearance. This exclusive formula is dermatologically tested and non-comedogenic (won’t clog pores).

What I think — I have been using this for a few weeks. I like that this serum is not greasy and absorbs fairly quickly into the skin, so I can apply my moisturizer over it. The first benefit to my skin that I noticed was that it looks brighter and smoother. After another week or two, I noticed that my skin seemed lifted around the chin and cheeks. I am going to keep using it as I do look younger and more rested, which is awesome!

Visit www.olay.com to learn more and you can purchase this at drugstores and mass-market retailers near you! Enjoy!

Peter Thomas Roth FIRMx Growth Factor Neuropeptide Serum

Thomas Roth FIRMx Growth Factor Neuropeptide Serum ($150.00 USD)

What it is: A youth-activating, firming treatment with a concentrated, patent-pending blend of Growth Factor Extreme NeuroComplex™ at 52%.

What it is formulated to do: This potent, patent-pending blend of growth factor and neuropeptides triggers ten different skin responses constantly “reminding” the skin to act and look younger. The result is that aging skin cells are eliminated faster and healthy skin cells remain for overall younger-looking, firmer, more contoured skin.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
– Parabens
– Sulfates
– Synthetic Fragrances
– Synthetic Dyes
– Petrochemicals
– Phthalates
– GMOs
– Triclosan

What else you need to know:
The 52% Growth Factor NeuroComplex™:
– 10% Growth Factor Extreme helps activate the skin’s natural repair mechanisms, telling your skin to look younger.
– 5% Neuro-Blokk™ inhibits line-inducing facial expressions.
– 5% BoNt-L is clinically proven to reduce the depth of expression lines and promote skin elasticity.
– 10% Serilesine® to promote elasticity for a more supple appearance.
– 10% Calmosensine™ to encourage skin to look firmer and more youthful.
– 2.5% Glistin to help reduce redness, irritation, and skin roughness.
– 2.5% Glutrapeptide to help promote cell longevity and decrease cell deterioration.
– 7% is a combination of Suberlift™, Chromabright, and Chronospheres to instantly brighten and lift skin.

Research Results:
An independent four-week clinical study supports the claims of FIRMx Growth Factor Neuropeptide Serum; the study was conducted on women between the ages of 41 and 60 using twice-daily application.
Reported results by percentage of participants:
– 100% FIRMx instantly improved skin, increasing softness, smoothness, and hydration.
– 100% Skin feels firmer.
– 100% Overall appearance is firmer and more youthful looking.
– 100% Fine lines and wrinkles are visibly reduced.
– 100% Face and lower jaw line look more contoured.
– 100% Felt an improvement in the elasticity of their skin
– 100% Skin tone, clarity, and texture visibly improved.
– 100% Skin looks more radiant and luminous than before.
– 97% Skin improved instantly.
– 88% Felt like they had a mini face lift.

What I think: I love this serum. I use it twice a day under moisturizer. It instantly makes my skin look smoother and my dreaded forehead wrinkles almost disappear! I have used this for 4 weeks and skin does appear firmer and more radiant. I will continue using this product, because I really like what it’s done to my face!

Visit www.peterthomasroth.com to find out more. Enjoy your youthful skin!

Professionally Treat Your Skin With Scientific Skincare

“I created the Scientific skincare line to combine the best ingredients with the most advanced science to help the skin look and feel its best at any age. My clinical experience has given me the ability to write about cosmeceuticals extensively. I am constantly seeking out new ingredients that improve the tone, texture and pigment of your skin, minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. When I recommend a skin care product to my patients it is only after extensive research into the science behind every ingredient, thus the name Scientific for this line of products.”

Kenneth Beer, MD

Scientific Skincare was not a brand I was familiar with until I recently was sent samples to try. After using the following products for about 4 weeks, I am pretty impressed with the line! Here are the products I tried with descriptions from the website:

pH Balancing Cleanser ($37.50 USD) — Cleanses the skin without stripping its natural moisture barrier. Glycolic Acid exfoliates while our 13 Botanical Extracts nourish the skin to help restore luminosity and leave the skin soft and supple. pH Balancing Cleanser helps to unclog pores and prepares the skin for additional products and treatments.

Lifting Serum ($118.00 USD) — Close your eyes and imagine that you need to look 10 years younger… for just a few hours. Lifting Serum helps grant your wish by reducing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes, lips and face.

Daily Hydrating Cream ($78.00 USD) — Developed by Dr. Beer and tested for all skin types, Daily Hydrating Cream helps to moisturize the skin with two of its key ingredients (Hyaluronic Acid and Squalane). With daily use, Retinol helps improve the tone, texture and pigment of your skin, minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

What I think: I enjoy many things about these products. First they are fragrance-free, which shows that they don’t think adding unneeded extras is important. The cleanser suds up nicely and really cleans my skin without leaving it dry. The lifting serum instantly smooths out my skin and does make me look younger while cream hydrates so well. I have to be careful not to put too much serum on, or my face gets sticky. One and a half pumps seems to work the best.

In the month I have been using these product, my skin looks more even and is glowing! To learn more and to purchase, visit www.scientificskin.com.

Brighten Your Complexion with New Skincare Products from Clarins

Since 1954, the Clarins Group has used its expertise in the field of beauty to offer consumers safe, effective products that deliver real results. They make consumer safety a priority and believe in using plant-derived ingredients.

I tried two new Clarins skin care products, and boy did they make my skin glow! There is a reason that Clarins has such a great reputation in the beauty world!

The Gentle Peeling Smooth Away Cream ($30.00 USD) is a very different type of exfoliation. It gets rid of dead skin cells and boosts the appearance of the skin by gently exfoliating your skin without any abrasive substance. To use it, apply a little bit all over clean, dry skin, and leave on for one minute before removing with light sweeping movements working outwards from middle of the face and neck. This is messy business, because of the white flakes that fall off of the skin, so do it over the sink! Once done, rinse your face and voila! Glowing skin!

The Brightening Hydrating Day Lotion SPF 20 ($59.00 USD) is a beautiful combo moisturizer and sunscreen that leaves a smooth matte finish. This cream is enriched with a combination of Sea Lily and Alchemilla extracts to provide protection against dark spots and a combination of raspberry extract, biotin and highly stable Vitamin C that reduces melanin. This will leave skin brighter. Plus you get UVA and UVB filters to protect against harmful sun rays plus white tea extract to protect against free radicals.

I have been using the Gentle Peeling Smooth Away Cream a couple of times a week and the Brightening Hydrating Day Lotion every day and my skin looks smoother and brighter! Fantastic!

Visit www.us.clarins.com to learn more. Enjoy!

Kerstin Florian Skincare

I love trying luxury skincare — it feels good to use quality products on my (slightly ☺) aging skin! A brand that’s new to me is Kerstin Florian. The website states,

“Kerstin Florian International (KFI) develops and manufactures a progressive range of European facial, body and bath products and treatments for the spa industry based on natural resources including thermal mineral water, mud, algae, herbal extracts and essential oils.”

I have been testing the following products for about a month. The end result, my skin is clearer, glowing and I look pretty darn young! The products are:

Serum C+ Infusion ($85.00 USD) — Claims that it:, “Accelerates the elimination of photodamage, evens out skin tone, moisturizes the skin and prevents signs of premature aging. A powerful antioxidant and healing ingredient, Vitamin C also promotes collagen production to increase elasticity and smoothness of the skin.” Paraben-free, oil-free, natural fragrance.

I love this serum. It smells fresh and citrusy and you only need two pumps to cover your face and neck. Once I apply it, my face looks instantly smoother and brighter. I like to apply it in the morning, before my sunscreen moisturizer (below).

Oil-Free Daily Defense SPF 50 ($55.00 USD) — “This oil-free moisturizing lotion delivers lightweight hydration and water-resistant defense against sun damage. Broad spectrum, non-whitening sunscreen is combined with pure Vitamin C and Co-Enzyme Q10 to provide powerful daily facial protection in a sheer, matte finish.” Paraben-free, oil-free, fragrance-free.

This is a great sunscreen moisturizer because even though it is SPF 50, it doesn’t leave a white residue on my face. Being oil-free, it is very sheer and light. I like to apply it to my face, neck and hands. I only have to wait a minute or two for it to soak in and I can apply my makeup.

Caviar Age-Defense Creme ($145.00 USD) — “Counteract the visible signs of aging with this exquisite deeply nourishing creme that combines Caviar Extract, Rose Flower Oil, Co-enzyme A and Chinese firming botanical Chai Hu to firm, brighten, refine and energize the skin. Protein rich caviar and anti-aging antioxidants create an accelerated firming action that diminishes fine lines and wrinkles, creating noticeably smoother, supple and youthful looking skin.”

I have been using this cream at night, although it is light enough to use in the morning. It quickly soaks into the skin, leaving a subtle glow. I used to have dry patches on my face, but they are gone and I think this cream is really helping. The only thing I don’t love is the scent, it is strongly herbal, but is fine for evening.

Caviar Eye Creme ($127.50 USD) — “Protein-rich caviar deeply nourishes, moisturizes and regenerates the delicate skin around the eyes. Diminishes dark circles under eyes with Caffeine and Green Tea Extract. Creates immediate and visible firming and toning benefits. Minimizes the appearance of fine lines and puffiness, brightening the under eye area for instant radiance.”

This gentle eye cream is so nice for morning and evening. I always place eye cream under my eye and on the brow bone. This cream leaves my eyes looking lighter and awake!

Visit www.kerstinflorianusa.com to learn more and to purchase these fantastic products!