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Wednesday, January 16, 2008

Pore and Simple

The pores play a vital part in our skin's health. They serve as our skin's point of contact with the outside world, pushing out unwanted dirt and oil, and taking in oxygen and our skin care products. If the pores aren't functioning properly, our skin will suffer. Pores can be clogged with excess debris, leading to more serious skin problems.

Poreless Tone and Poreless Cleanser from Dr. Brandt work in unison to extract clogging debris from the pores, which can cause blackheads and make the pores look larger than they really are.

Many people feel that their pores are too large, and no matter what they do, they are never satisfied with their pores. Becca Cosmetics Line and Pore Corrector is a concealing cosmetic that acts to "fill in" the pores without clogging them, allowing plus-size pore sufferers to enjoy a smoother-looking complexion without causing undue damage to their pores.

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Friday, January 11, 2008

Body Smooth

Dry winter skin can be especially harsh on the body. The normal shower product that keep your skin feeling great throughout the rest of the year aren't often enough to fight dryness in the winter. Supplement your body care regimen with a few specialty moisturizers to keep your skin feeling sensational all year.

Lipikar Balm from La Roche-Posay helps to restore the skin's hdyrolipoic barrier, which keeps moisture in and irritants out, providing crucial relief against all types of dry skin.

Body Smoothing Lotion from Cellex-C provides non-greasy moisture in a lightweight lotion, plus 15% L-ascorbic acid, which boosts collagen production to help firm and tone the skin.

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Tuesday, January 08, 2008

Clear Skin

Winter time can be hard on all skin types, but especially on acne-prone skin. The cold and wind of winter can dry out the skin, making it difficult to find the proper balance to treat acne. Some dry skin moisturizers can exacerbate acne, while some acne treatments can dry out the skin.


Kinerase Clear Skin Moisture Light addresses this common issue by supplying acne-fighting ingredients, including salicylic acid, vitamin A and anti-aging kinetin, in a lightweight, oil-free moisturizer. The skin is left feeling soft and pure with fewer breakouts.

Clear Skin Blemish Dissolver from Kinerase similarly helps target acne in a concentrated spot treatment. This helps to dissolve the acne-causing bacteria without disrupting the surrounding skin.

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Wednesday, January 02, 2008

New Year, New You

With a new year here, millions of women are resolved to begin an anti-aging regimen to keep their skin looking beautiful. Here are a few simple tips to get you going.

Keep your skin looking and behaving youthful with a nutrient-rich anti-aging regimen. Dr. Brandt Liquid Synergy is a nightly repair cream that restores nutrients to the skin while you sleep, giving a new meaning to beauty rest!

Give your skin a rich dose of moisture with Ultimate Day Moisturizer from Kinerase. This luxe formula is rich in anti-aging ingredients that keep skin soft, smooth and beautiful.

Lip gloss is a quick way to add youth to your makeup regimen. Tarte Cosmetics Double Ended Lip Gloss gives you two-for-one gloss action, and is available in a wide variety of colors.

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Monday, December 17, 2007

Holiday Travel Kits

Traveling for the holidays? Don't let your skin care regimen lapse. These handy kits won't take up too much room in your suitcase and will even pass airport security! Plus, they'll keep your skin looking and feeling fantastic.

Kinerase Travel Kit for Normal to Oily Skin the the perfect kit for those whose skin is considered "normal" or slightly oily. It helps to balance and purify your skin while keeping it moisturized, too.

Sonya Dakar Mini Travel Kit - Acne Clear is great for acne-prone skin. Sonya's special formulas eliminate the impurities that lead to breakouts for clean, clear skin.

Pevonia Botanica RS2 Travel Kit is ideal for those with Rosacea or other skin sensitivities. With n
natural marine ingredients, these products calm and soothe irritated skin.

Dermalogica Skin Kit for Men is an all-around kit for men that keeps the skin soft, smooth and comfortable.

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Friday, December 14, 2007

Anthelios 15 and SX

Earlier this year, La Roche-Posay unveiled Anthelios SX, a revolutionary moisturizer that provides sun protection against both UVA and UVB sun rays. What makes Anthelios different is Meroxyl SX, the first sunscreen to be approved by the FDA in over a decade, and the first to be proven to block UVA sun rays, which lead to premature signs of aging. Plus, unlike UVB rays, UVA rays are present throughout the entire day, and the entire year, and can penetrate glass to create almost-constant damage to our skin.

Now, La Roche-Posay has created Anthelios 15, the perfect partner to Anthelios SX. With an SPF 15 rating (the minimum recommended by most dermatologists), Anthelios 15 is the perfect daily sunscreen for your anti-aging regimen. Use in conjunction with Anthelios SX for extra protection and extra-soft skin.

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Tuesday, December 11, 2007

Skin Nutrition

Just like the rest of our body – our skin needs proper nutrition, the essentials. The skin derives many of nutrients from the foods we consume, however most skins are lacking the fundamental elements it needs.

Borba Skin Balance Aqua-Less Crystallines are ideal for those who are lacking or who simply need a boost in their appearance. Borba Skin Balance Aqua-less Crystalline – Clarifying is ideal for oily and acneic skin types. Acneic skins need special care and attention. This product does just that by delivering vitamins to this out of control skin.

Borba Skin Balance Aqua-Less Crystalline – Age Defying addresses major skin issues like the visible signs of aging. Consume for at least 28 days and look forward to a more youthful skin.

Want firmer skin? Incorporate Borba Skin Balance Aqua-Less Crystalline – Firming into your daily regimen and prepare yourself for a more defined skin. Pair this with Borba Firming Fiber Knit products for ultimate benefits.

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