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Kate Somerville Nourish Daily Moisturizer

Kate Somerville Nourish Daily Moisturizer

Looking for an anti-aging moisturizer that is gentle for every day use?  It is so important that skin is kept hydrated as we get older and Kate Somerville Nourish Daily Moisturizer ($65.00 USD) is a light but very moisturizing cream.   This product contains:

  • Matrixyl™3000 & retinyl palmitate, clinically proven to rapidly diminish the appearance of fine lines & wrinkles
  • Encourages collagen production
  • Rich in antioxidants, shields skin from free-radicals
  • Light feel, absorbs quickly & leaves skin balanced, fresh & healthy

I have being using this moisturizer for a few weeks and I love how it feels on my skin. It leaves my face soft and not greasy at all. I also love the fresh, herbal scent that the cream imparts. I have noticed that my skin looks smoother and brighter. Plus, it does not irritate my sensitive skin. 

Visit www.katesomerville.com to learn more and to purchase this and many other great products!

Liz Earle Superskin Eye and Lip Treatment

Liz Earle Superskin Eye and Lip Treatment

As we age, our eyes and lips can really give our true age away if we do not take care of them. I make sure that I moisturize my eye and lip areas every morning and night. This keeps the skin soft, plump and minimizes wrinkles and fine lines.

The treatment I am using now is Liz Earle Superskin Eye and Lip Treatment ($50.00 USD).  Specially formulated for mature skin, this powerful serum contains naturally active ingredients which work hard to help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Naturally active ingredients include organic pear seed extract, West African shea butter, cranberry, rosehip and borage seed oils to leave the delicate eye and lip contours looking and feeling plump, smooth, firm and rejuvenated.

What I think: This product is unscented, which is especially great for the lip area, where you do not want heavy scents. It is so hydrating without being greasy, and is very cooling and soothing on the eye. I have been using it for a few weeks and have noticed that my eye and lip are smoother and that lines and wrinkles hardly show at all! 

Visit www.us.lizearle.com to learn more and to purchase this fantastic treatment. Enjoy!

Nail Fraud Nail Decals

I had so much fun trying the Nail Fraud Houndstooth ($12.00 USD) decals! They are a fairly easy (once you get the hang of them) to apply and look very cool on! Here are some details of this cool product: 

• Kit comes with two sets of 20 nails, a Nail Fraud emery board inside a re-useable clear pencil case.

• Easy to use. No experience necessary. Just pick the right size, place on nail starting from bottom and file off excess.

• Made from flexible film which is waterproof.

• Stays on for one week.

• Easy to remove, just peel off or use nail polish remover.

• Frauds advantage over Polish:
No waiting, No chipping, No smearing

The pros of this product are that they look amazing and are easy to apply. The cons are that they started peeling off about an hour after I applied them. I think with a top coat, they would last longer. I am now into my second day of wear, and the tips have peeled off of most of them. I would recommend these for a night out or a special event.

Visit www.nailfraud.com to learn more and to purchase.

Try a New Grooming Product From Tweezerman

With spring on its way, it’s time to start grooming again! At least for me it is, I find I get a little lazy during the winter months, when I am all bundled up indoors and outdoors! Try one of the following prodoucts from Tweezerman to start getting your beauty habits in shape — the sun will be here soon, I promise!  

Folding Ilashcomb ($9.00 USD) — The perfectly spaced, gold-plated metal teeth glide through lashes to remove excess mascara, leaving your lashes looking long, lovely and clump-free. Comb cleverly folds in to protect teeth when not in use. Great tip: While still wet with mascara, comb your lashes (moving up, out and away from eyes). If applying more than one coat, comb lashes after each additional application. Make sure to look in a mirror when using this precision tool.

NEW Special Edition Hot For Dots Matchbox Itty Bitty Files ($4.00 USD) —  Designed to fit easily into the palm of your hand and stored in any size purse, pocket or travel bag, the compact case conveniently houses a dozen durable, disposable mini files. Rough emery grains on one side tackle tough nails while a fine grade of emery on the other smoothly file.

Mini Brow Rescue Kit ($25.00 USD) — Keep your brows looking perfect any time, any where with this convenient, travel sized brow essentials kit. Fits in any makeup bag or purse for quick touch ups on the go.
Kit Includes:
Mini Slant Tweezer
Mini Browmousse™
Mini Brow Brush
Mini eyenhance Brow Highlighter
Stylish Travel Case

Tweezermate 10X Lighted Mirror ($15.00 USD) — Isolate even the finest hair for precise, easy tweezing with our optically correct and lighted 10X magnifying mirror.  Clear from edge-to-edge with no distortion — you won’t miss a hair.

You can find and purchase these products at  www.tweezerman.com. Enjoy

Style Your Hair To Perfection With Products By Oscar Blandi

Oscar Blandi’s Philosophy is “In passion, lies beauty”. This really shines through in his innovative and incredibly fragranced products.  I find that the following products are great hair-do finishers and refreshers:

Jasmine Oil Shine Spray ($22.00 USD) — Add intense shine to your hair using Oscar Blandi olio de jasmine Shine Spray. Lightweight formula infuses the hair with nourishing vitamins and botanical proteins for a healthy sheen. Provides instant moisture while reducing frizz. Also offers protection against sun damage as it includes Vitamins B5 & E, Rice Bran Oil and Wheat Protein. I love that it imparts shine without making my hair oily. The Jasmine scent is gorgeous as well!

Pronto Invisible Volumizing Dry Shampoo Spray ($23.00 USD) — No time to shampoo? No problem! Clear the way for the newest innovation in dry shampoo: Pronto Dry Shampoo Invisible sprays on clear, which means it’s completely undetectable in the hair and is ideal for all hair color. When applied, it instantly boosts volume and cleanses the hair without water. Ingredients such as gentle starches absorb excess oil and product build-up, while vitamin E and wheat proteins strengthen and protect the hair shaft. The end result is hair that looks and feels freshly shampooed, without a trace of residue. I love the instant volume boost and the bright citrus scent!

Jasmine Protein Mist for Restyling Hair ($18.00 USD, 8.45 oz) — Created for restyling dry hair, styling mist saturates each strand with soy and wheat proteins to seal the cuticle and protect hair from damage caused by blow dryers or flat/curling irons. Oscar Blandi proteine di jasmine Protein Mist for Restyling Hair also prevents static and overdrying. To use, spray on dry hair to restyle when using your favorite hot tool or spray on damp hair to detangle and fortify.

Visit www.oscarblandi.com to learn more and to purchase. Enjoy!

FACE Stockholm Spring 2011 Bohemian Rhapsody Collection

FACE Stockholm Spring 2011 Bohemian Rhapsody

 

Spring 2011 breezes in with a Bohemian twist on a classical theme, inspired by the paintings of the Pre-Raphaelites.

Here’s what you’ll need:

Roz Lip Pencil ($17.00 USD) — Medium Rose Pink
Romance Lipstick ($22.00 USD) — Shimmery Rose
Lipgloss 1 ($19.00 USD) — Clear
Rio Creme Blush ($25.00 USD) — Sheer Fuchsia
Black Eye Pencil ($17.00 USD) — Darkest Black
Sophisticated Matte Shadow ($20.00 USD) — Matte Ivory
#26 Pearl Shadow ($19.00 USD) — Medium Pearly Charcoal
Sensitive Eye Dust ($22.00 USD) — Pinky Beige Shimmer
#28 Nail Polish ($12.00 USD) — Iridescent light pink



This is such a bright, pretty look, especially the lipstick and blush — they really wake up tired winter skin! I also love the shimmer on the eyes and nails. I am so happy to see such pretty spring colors after the long cold winter!

You can purchase these gorgeous colors at www.facestockholm.com. Enjoy the look of early spring!

Tired of Drying Shampoos? Try WEN Hair Care by Chaz Dean!

I have been wanting to try WEN’s Cleansing Conditioner for a while now. I love the idea of a cleanser that is not harsh on the hair and that does the job of cleanser and conditioner in one product.

WEN® Pomegranate Cleansing Conditioner ($28.00 USD) is the newest formula of a universal cleanser designed to give all hair types the moisture and hydration they need to stay healthy, shiny and manageable. It is an incredibly rich, yet lightweight formula that thoroughly cleanses and also gives body, volume and a smooth, polished finish. Other uses besides cleanser and conditioner are deep-conditioner, leave-in conditioner, detangler, and shaving cream.

The Pomegranate formula claims to leave hair healthy, shiny, moist, clean, soft, light, and manageable. The active ingredients are

Pomegranate Extract: Has anti-oxidant properties comparable to wine or green tea. It is also incredibly hydrating.
Hydrolyzed Soy Protein: Protein derived from soya beans. Increases strength and manageability.
Organic Aloe Vera Leaf Juice: Healing, moisturizing, antifungal, antibacterial properties.
Rosemary Extract: Amazing antioxidant properties, stimulates hair growth and fights scalp problems.
Chamomile Extract: Calming, soothing, with antibiotic and anti-inflammatory properties. Also used for dry, flaky skin.
Marigold Extract: Helpful as an antiseptic, healing wounds and reducing inflammation.
Menthol: Has local anesthetic and counter-irritant qualities. Can also reduce itching and tenderness.
Wild Cherry Fruit Extract: Soothing and anti-inflammatory.
Panthenol Pro-Vitamin B5: Acts as a penetrating moisturizer. Reduces split ends, smooths skin and strengthens hair as it seals in moisture.

I also tested the WEN® Replenishing Treatment Mist ($32.00 USD).  Infused with a unique blend of restorative botanicals and extracts, the multipurpose WEN® Replenishing Treatment Mist can be used to revive and restyle hair in between cleansings and can also be used as a light-weight formulation in place of a leave-in conditioner for those with hair lacking volume or body. Misting your hair with the WEN® Replenishing Treatment Mist will aid in rejuvenating dry, frizzy, dehydrated hair by giving it the moisture it needs to remain soft, healthy and luxurious. The WEN® Replenishing Treatment Mist can also be used for extra hydration to refresh the face and/or set make-up, and it is also very beneficial as a moisturizing spray on the body.
After cleansing with  Cleansing Conditioner, mist the midshaft and ends of your hair with the WEN® Replenishing Treatment Mist thoroughly. Rake and twist your fingers through your hair until the spray has been completely absorbed into your hair. Follow with the WEN® Styling Creme & Volumizing Treatment Spray. You may also mist on dry/styled hair to add extra moisture and hydration.
What I think: I like these products, but there is a learning curve in using them, especially the cleansing conditioner since it is such a different way to wash hair. I suggest that you follow the instructions carefully.
I have noticed that my hair has changed over the couple of weeks that I have been using WEN®. It first made my hair a bit frizzy, but now my hair is softer and shinier. I have recently colored my hair and the color is staying rich and dark (like it should be). My hair is also starting to get thicker. Over time, I think it will even improve more!
I also really like the treatment mist. It smells refreshing and it tames my hair when it becomes frizzy.  I used it on wet and dry hair. I think it will also be great in the summer, maybe I will keep it in the fridge for a refreshing body and face spray!
Visit www.chazdean.com or www.qvc.com to purchase. Enjoy!

Smell Sweet This Valentine’s Day With Thymes, One and Bodycology

There are so many ways to try a new fragrance. And these great choices are perfect to give or treat yourself for Valentine’s Day.

Bodycology Midnight Garden Body Cream ($4.99 USD) –For Daily Rejuvenation: Smooth over skin, giving special care to dry or rough areas such as hands, elbows, knees and heels – for softening that feels like blissful indulgence
Beneficial Ingredients: Moisturizing Aloe Vera, Shea Butter and Nourishing Vitamins E & C.

Violets, lavender and rose mingle to produce a fragrance that is reminiscent of a moonlit garden. You can purchase this at Walmart.

One Lotion Massage Bar ($9.99);Blended with the finest moisturizing butters and essential oils, the calming bar instantly melts into skin to release tension and help you unwind. Just massage onto skin, concentrating on tired muscles and sore areas. Housed in an eco-friendly, recyclable tin, the Lotion Massage Bar is a loving indulgence you can feel good about. You can purchase at  Target Stores, Target.com and Walgreens.com

Thymes Offerings Love Candle ($26.00); It’s a scent evocative of a heartfelt emotion. Each time the recipient lights The Offerings Love Candle by Thymes, her home is filled with feelings of warmth. With a blend of heady tuberose, dewy jasmine, golden apricot nectar and exotic Hinoki wood, The Offerings Love Candle envelops the room with a rich, comforting aroma that burns cleanly for up to sixty hours. Housed in an opaque cream glass with subtle white starburst designs, The Offerings Love Candle makes the perfect adornment for your dresser or bedside table. And, as a unique expression of Valentine’s Day love, the inner packaging of The Offerings Love Candle can be personalized with your own inspired inscription. Simply handwrite your loving message on the inside flap of the candle’s box.

Purchase this and other great products at  www.thymes.com.

Cricket Friction Free Paddle Brush

Cricket’s Friction Free Paddle Brush

Flyaway hair driving you crazy this winter? Besides loading your hair down with product, you can tame that wayward hair with a friction free brush by Cricket. Cool huh?

Designed with comfort, performance and results in mind, this brush is crafted using a special blend of polymers to reduce friction caused by brushing, combing and styling hair.  Friction makes locks lose their shine.  Bristles are ion-infused with tourmaline to impart moisture into the hair, reducing static electricity and creating incredibly smooth shine.

What I think: This brush instantly detangles mine and my daughters’ hair — it glides right through without pulling. I also notice that when I use the brush my hair it is smoother and less static-y. Very nice!

The Friction Free Paddle Brush ($9.95 — $12.99)is available at www.amazon.com and other beauty supply stores.

Get Healthy Hair Naturally with Redken Nature’s Rescue

Redken Nature's Rescue

With a growing demand for natural products, and 55% of consumers using natural products in addition to their other hair care products, Redken introduces NEW Nature’s Rescue, a collection of paraben-free, sulfate-free and silicone-free hair care essentials.  Inspired by the ocean and enriched with plant and marine extracts, Nature’s Rescue thoroughly cleanses to remove impurities and buildup while helping nourish and refine the hair. 
 
“In my salons, some clients are looking for more natural hair care products,” states Rodney Cutler, Redken Brand Ambassador and owner of Cutler/Redken Salons.  “Nature’s Rescue is ideal for these clients as it’s formulated for all hair types, safe for color-treated hair, and can be used daily, weekly or on alternate days with a favorite Redken hair care regimen for a complete, healthy-looking hair solution.”
 
“Redken has always used its advanced technology to target specific hair needs with simple solutions,” states Jenny Corless, Director of Global Marketing for Redken.  “With Nature’s Rescue, we are using our technological expertise to answer a market need for more natural hair care products.  Nature’s Rescue features the nutrient-rich Sea-Algae Hydracomplex with sea algae, soy protein and aloe vera to protect and moisturize the hair.  The star products include the Refining Sea Polish, which gently exfoliates with pumice to remove impurities and refine hair’s surface leaving it smooth and shiny.   The Radiant Sea Spray is a lightweight and multifunctional spray that adds texture while time-touch fragrance capsules release bursts of oceanic scent when hair is touched.”
 
Nature’s Rescue includes four products formulated with water-fresh fragrances, cooling sensations and ocean-inspired textures that provide the perfect balance of moisture:
·         Step 1: Detox with Nature’s Rescue Refreshing Detox Shampoo
·         Step 2: Refine with Nature’s Rescue Refining Sea Polish
·         Step 3: Replenish with Nature’s Rescue Cooling Deep Conditioner
·         Step 4: Uplift with Nature’s Rescue Radiant Sea Spray

I love the clean feeling that these products leave in my hair. The shampoo and deep conditioner impart a coolness to my hair and scalp in the shower. I love the Sea Polish, it seems to really scrub my hair and scalp clean. The Sea Spray is a neat idea, my hair is scented all day, especially when touched. 
 
To locate a Redken salon to purchase, please log on to Redken.com. Enjoy!