Archive for June, 2012

MARULA ~ The Leakey Collection™ presents “The New Nut in Beauty”!

Saturday, June 30th, 2012

MARULA ~ The Leakey Collection ™

Marula may be new to us, but African women have held this oil in the highest esteem for centuries! (Quote) “Extracted with painstaking precision, this rare “miracle” oil is cold pressed from wild harvested and individually selected Marula nuts to produce an omega-rich oil with exceptional moisturizing and healing properties”

You really need to feel this light yet hydrating oil on your skin! Marula Oil penetrates into the skin and there is no oily feeling as you massage it into your hands, arms, legs, and chest area! I’ve used it every day since it arrived, and like how it enlivens my dry, more mature skin with a healthy glow! I have noticed a more firm look to my skin as well…. especially my hands! As a makeup artist I’m always cleaning my hands, and over the years that can take its toll! Marula helps with healing that dryness, resulting in a more youthful look.

What is so nice about Marula Oil is:
• It has “anti-microbial properties” that will benefit all skin types! (Including skin that is oily, acne, and problematic.)

• Its 99% pure and scented with a 1% blend of “Natural Essential Oils”, and there are no preservatives, synthetics, or Paraben in the oil.

• Marula Oil is not tested on animals, is considered vegan, and is gluten free!

• For irritated, traumatized, sunburned, or skin that has had chemical peels or facials, Marula Oil provides the perfect soothing relief.

• Used as a moisturizer, Marula Oil helps reduce fine lines as it plumps the skin.

• Shelf life for Marula Oil is 18 months, and once the product is opened, it should be used within 6 months.

After testing the antioxidant power of Marula Oil versus Argan Oil, the Brunswick Lab from Massachusetts determined that Marula Oil remarkably was better at fighting free radicals as a result due to its higher antioxidant levels.

They also found Marula Oil (Quote) “Helped Breast Cancer patients fight ultra violet radiation and irradiation for cancer treatments that lead to inflammation and free radical skin damage, and helped patients reduce redness and inflammation due to the high antioxidant levels, Vitamin E, and phenolic compounds!”

Marula uses:
• Marula oil is a good evening moisturizer for your face and neck because during sleep the skin replenishes.

• It can be used along with your night creme and eye creme. I have used Marula in that manor and found it very hydrating!

• If your skin is dry, add some Marula to your cleanser for “optimal moisture retention!”

• This is one of my favorites, and really works well. Add a few drops of Marula to your liquid foundation or tinted moisturizer. Your face will look and feel so good!

• You may also put Marula under your SPF for additional moisture or after exposure to the sun for calming relief!

I’m going to send you over to the Marula website right now where you can find out more about the founders of MARULA, Katy and Phillip Leakey, who (Quote from website) “founded The Leakey Collection in 2002, a Fair Trade company built upon a commitment to create lifelong entrepreneurial opportunities for rural Kenyans without disrupting their culture or environment.” Their endeavor and creation of the non-profit organization T.R.A.D.E (Quote) “provides funding for schools, women’s health initiatives, and work opportunities for women in East Africa.”

You’ll also meet Dr. Ashton Kaidi, a board certified plastic surgeon who tested Marula Oil on Breast Cancer patients who had underwent radiation. He was amazed with the results and healing using Marula, and joined the Leakey family in helping bring this wonderful oil to women in America.

This is one of those win-win situations that everyone benefits from and it’s a heartwarming story to read and a privilege to share with you.

Please take a moment to go to: www.marula.com
You may also purchase your Marula on this website, or at:

http://www.blissworld.com/marula-the-leakey-collection/

http://www.birchbox.com/shop/search?
q=MARULA

http://www.b-glowing.com/marula-oil/

MARULA  ~  The Leaky  Collection™
Marula ~ The Leaky Collection ™

Quoted and paraphrased information in this article courtesy of Marula Press Kit Information.

DNAEGF Renewal care for your skin created by Nationally Acclaimed Beverly Hills Dematologist Dr.Ronald Moy is a futuristic system that “Repairs the past and Protects the Future” of your skin!

Saturday, June 16th, 2012

Dr. Ronald Moy ~ Founder of DNAEGF Renewal

Meet Ronald Moy, M.D., Celebrated Board Certified Dermatologist in Beverly Hills, California. Dr. Moy’s dedication to caring for the skin has been a life long endeavor, and with thorough research he has developed a skincare system called DNAEGF Renewal.

In fact, Dr. Moy’s motto is (Quote) “Repair the Past, Protect the Future!”

I was very fortunate to be able to try the complete system and personally experience the synergistic solutions of DNAEGF Renewal by using products that in my opinion compliment each other and deliver the results that do exactly what they say they will.

Quoting Dr. Moy,“Our team has researched the impact of time and the environment on your skin for years. We now know that damage can be reversed and prevented with key ingredients in DNAEGF Renewal.”

The perfect opportunity to introduce yourself to the the DNAEGF Renewal Skincare System is with the DNA Renewal Travel Set!

DNA Renewal Travel Set


What is so nice about this Travel Set is that it’s simple and easy to use, and you’ll not only receive travel sizes of Dr. Moy’s DNAEGF Renewal basic skin care system with a travel bag, but always be ready to go on vacations, business trips, ect. with this perfect portable Travel Kit!

Your DNA Travel Set will include:

DNA Renewal Foaming Cleanser


DNA Renewal Foaming Cleanser:
I really enjoyed this light weight foaming cleanser. After using it my skin felt clean and fresh. A gentle exfoliation completely cleaned my skin, removing top surface cosmetics and other impurities, and my face looked and felt so refreshed!

DNA Renewal Defense SPF 30+


DNA Renewal Defense SPF 30+:
This is a daily “must have” for your skin. It will protect you from damaging UVA and UVB sun rays, and protect your skin from photoaging and cellular damage. It’s also very light on your skin and penetrates nicely.

DNA Intensive Renewal

DNA Intensive Renewal: This product is applied each morning. Once again, this is such a nice lightweight product and it contains the highest amount of DNA enzymes that (Quote) “target the skins natural DNA repair process. Encourages production of critical intercellular water channels for a visible surge in skin’s moisture levels.” It’s very gentle but provides a mild exfoliation that eliminates any impurities on the surface of your skin, and really leaves your face feeling clean and “rejuvenated” !

DNA Night Renewal

DNA Renewal Night: You’ll use this treatment in the evening. (Quote) “DNA- Night “Repairs the signs of photo damage and aging skin with advanced dual liposome delivery system for intensified nighttime recovery.  Provides complete support for cell repair activity during the sleep cycle for fresher, healthier skin.  Contains high levels of DNA Repair Enzymes, peptides, and botanical actives to boost cell repair”.

All of these products in the Travel Set are available in the larger sizes for your home use, and there are two additional products I was able to try that I highly recommend you check out, as well!

The first product is Growth Factor Serum.

Growth Factor Serum

I really was intrigued with the promotional information that came with the Growth Factor Serum and was amazed how silky it felt when I applied it to my face. This is a plant based formula with the main ingredient being “Barley Epidermal Growth Factor” that is used for anti-aging.. Technically, (Quote)Growth Factor Serum stimulates the growth of healthy skin cells which results in enhanced texture, smaller pores, and fewer wrinkles in three months or less.” I use this product first, after washing and drying my face. I then let it dry completely before going to my next product.

I must say that I recently walked into a major department store to purchase some cosmetics, and was told by two cosmetic counter employees who I hadn’t seen for a number of months, “You absolutely have no wrinkles on your skin. What are you doing?” I was elated, and so pleasantly surprised by their comments!

(Quote)”Growth Factor Serum is the most advanced serum to self correct the negative effects of skin aging and reprogram skin to act young again.”

The other product I was able to try was DNA Eye Renewal.

DNA Eye Renewal

The DNA Eye Renewal quickly absorbs into the delicate eye area and works on dark circles, puffiness, fine lines, and crow’s feet. I did notice the texture of my lower eye area was nicely hydrated, and smoother after continual use. That was especially noticeable to me after applying my under eye concealer. My eyes remained soft without product separation as often occurs under my eyes, and as a result, has me applying hydration throughout the day! With DNA Eye Renewal, I only need to apply it once in the morning and my under eye area stays smooth and unwrinkled all day long! That is very impressive and saves me a lot of “touch up” time!!

By using Dr. Moy’s complete DNAEGF Renewal Skin Care System, as I mentioned earlier in this article, the synergistic combination of products really showed a difference in not only the appearance of my skin, but the tone and texture is definitely moving in the right direction and looking firmer! My makeup application has a nice finished yet natural look, and the products are very easy to use.

When you go to the website, www.dnaegfrenewal.com you’ll be able to get a variety of information about DNAEGF Renewal, the science behind the product, reviews, press & news about the products, and much more! You will also be able to purchase your products right on the website!

I give 5-Stars to Dr. Moy’s DNAEGF Renewal and all of the dedication and research he has put into the creation of such an advanced skin care system !

All of the products above are also available at Dr. Moy’s Anti-Aging Clinic in Beverly Hills, California.

Two great timesavers from LUMENE ~ Gentle Cleansing Wipes and Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover

Saturday, June 16th, 2012

“LUMENE (Quote) is a holistic beauty and well-being company that focuses on skincare and color cosmetics and is developed and manufactured in Finland by a team of experts using state-of-the-art technology.”

In this article I’m going to share two “Fab” LUMENE timesaver products with you, but I also encourage you to visit their website:
www.LumeneUsa.com and take a look at their nice selection and range of products.

You can also conveniently find LUMENE products at a CVS, ULTA, or a DUANE READE store near you!

Lumene Sensitive Touch ~ Gentle Cleansing Wipes

First, let’s take a look at a LUMENE product that is perfect all year round, especially if you’re making a quick change from a day look to an evening look as you head out “on-the-town” after a busy day at work, or are running late between appointments and need a quick “pick-me-up.”
This time of year during the warmer weather, LUMENE Gentle Cleansing Wipes are a necessity in your “Beauty Arsenal”. They are perfect for “touch ups” on the go, and will keep you looking your best throughout the day. They contain no alcohol so you don’t have to rinse your face when you use them, and they are small enough to fit in your handbag.

Once you start using these Gentle Cleansing Wipes, you’ll want keep a couple packs on hand. I now keep one in my professional makeup case at all times, and always carry one in my personal tote bag! These portable Gentle Cleansing Wipes from LUMENE are the perfect timesaving solution!

Here is an efficient timesaver for removing your eye makeup. LUMENE Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover is definitely a gentle and effective product to use for removal of shadows, liners, and mascara… especially the “stay all day” waterproof products! It can also be used to remove your lip color. I believe most of us are aware that our eye area is very delicate, and it’s always a good idea to be very gentle when applying and removing cosmetics around the eye! LUMENE Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover is a real timesaver, yet very efficient product that quickly cleans the eye with no tugging or pulling.

All you need to do is shake the container and apply some of the liquid remover to a cotton pad. Close your eyes and lightly sweep the pad from the outer corner of your eye to the inner corner to remove the shadow and liner, then clean the mascara from your lashes. Remember to keep your eyes closed and rinse off with water. I have special washcloths that I use for that purpose. They are inexpensive and I lightly blot any excess residue into the washcloth, and my eyes always feel so clean and soft after using the LUMENE Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover. Cotton pads with water will also work. (Keep in mind that you may need to use a couple of cotton pads with with water to remove any leftover product from your eye if you wear a lot of shadow, liner, and mascara.)

In the long run, LUMENE Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover really does the job quickly, and gently! That is the main objective when you clean your eye area. Using a product that works and is gentle!

In conclusion, products like LUMENE Sensitive Touch Gentle Cleansing Wipes, and LUMENE Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover provide terrific “shortcuts” and effective results, and I highly recommend you give them a try!

Quote and Product Photo Credits :www.lumeneUsa.com

Categorized Under: LUMENE, Sensitive Touch~Gentle Cleansing Wipes, Waterproof Eye Makeup Remover

Start your Summer with a Miracle! ~ 6 in 1 Miracle Cream for the face from BREMENN Research Labs®

Sunday, June 3rd, 2012

Here is the new Miracle Cream for the face from Bremenn Research Labs®!
What a perfect way to put your “Best Face Forward” as you start your Summer with this new Miracle Cream!

This is what your face will be treated to when you use Miracle Cream:
1. A Wrinkle Cream
2. A Firming Cream
3. A Moisturizing Cream
4. A Neck Cream
5. An Eye Cream
6. An Anti-Aging Cream
As well as a Day and Night Cream

That’s right, this 6 in 1 Miracle Cream has got you covered!

All you have to do is clean and dry your skin, then lightly massage the Miracle Cream on your face, neck, and décolleté in a circular motion.

The unique ingredients in Miracle Cream include (Quote) biofunctional compounds from unicellular algae, a unique carbohydrate polymer, and extract from the red seaweed Palmaria palmata that help (Quote) the appearance of skin firmness and elasticity, restore youthful contours, avert skin sagging, fading of skin discoloration, boost skin clarity, smoothness, and cell turnover, and minimize the look of wrinkles.

I’ve used other Bremenn Research Labs® products, and have always liked the results I’ve received. The new Miracle Cream gets my approval, as well! It has nice feel on my skin, penetrates and is a great consistency for day and nighttime use.

With all of the wonderful benefits in a product like this the price is amazing!
The 1.3 fl.oz tube of Miracle Cream retails for $49 !

You can find Miracle Cream at:
Ulta
Dillard’s
Stage Stores
Bon Ton &
Boscovs

You may also purchase Miracle Cream online at:
www.BremennLabs.com

While you are at the website you’ll be able to get a lot of information about their other very interesting products.

The name BREMENN RESEARCH LABS® is known as (Quote)”the targeted skincare solutions powerhouse. If there’s a skincare problem, Bremenn has the solution.”

SMOOTH + FIRM + BRIGHTEN your skin with the BRAZILIAN PEEL !

Saturday, June 2nd, 2012

I had heard extremely good comments about the Brazilian Peel, and when I had the opportunity to try the product I couldn’t wait to see if my “Mature” skin might be taken a step further and achieve the “Smooth + Firm + Brightened” look that the package states, and be my Antidote To Aging. Now that would be a dream come true!

The packaging read that the Brazilian Peel was (Quote):
• The first professional strength 30% glycol acid peel for at home use
• Easy to use, takes just 10 minutes weekly
• No redness irritation or over-peeling
• Skin is smoother, firmer, clearer and brighter just after ONE use
• Results improve with regular weekly use

As soon as the package arrived, I opened it and was very impressed with the applicator delivery system. (⬅in photo) This was going to be really easy, and there would be no mess involved. The instructions enclosed were very simple to follow.

Basically you clean your face, rinse with warm water and pat dry. Take out one of the applicators. Turn the cap counterclockwise, remove and discard. There are two chambers in each applicator. One is your peel, and the other is the Q-Mag mineral neutralizer. What’s so nice about this is that the Q-Mag neutralizer has a patented time-release that will automatically neutralize the peel in ten minutes. This saves you the worry about “over-peeling” or “irritation, and “the mineral salts that are in the Q-Mag neutralizer calm and soothe the skin!”

All you need to do is press the plunger and release the contents of both chambers into the palm of your hand! Then mix them together with “two fingers” till a warming sensation is felt. Your peel is now activated and ready to apply to your face. That’s it!

Just a few sensible rules:
1. Don’t apply around the eye area, nostrils, or lips.
2. Do apply an even layer on your face, neck and Decollete’.
3. If there is any uncomfortable feeling or the the product contacts your eye, rinse off with cool water.
4. Don’t save unused product. Dispose the empty applicator after each use.
5. The Brazilian Peel is safe for women and men. Carefully follow the instructions and don’t shave immediately after using the peel.

Here’s what you’ll experience:
1. A nice moist application that does NOT dry on your face.
2. Possibly a mild tingling sensation. This indicates your peel is working , and I found it quite invigorating!

The final step:
1. After 10 minutes rinse off the peel completely with cool water and pat dry with a soft clean towel.
2. Enjoy the feeling and how your skin looks! My skin no longer had a top surface dull appearance, but a very healthy glow. I was amazed how smooth my neck looked, and I now knew after continued weekly use, my décolleté’ area would have nice smooth youthful look, once again, as well.
3. You can moisturize, and apply cosmetics right away. Your face will look fantastic! Make sure during the day time you use a 30 SPF sunscreen for at least a week. (Gals and Guys ~ Remember to use that sunscreen “EVERY” day!)

You can’t make any mistakes with the Brazilian Peel! Our schedules are all so active, and this is one great convenient way to “PEEL and GO”!

The Brazilian Peel is quite distinctive because it provides the professional strength 30% Glycolic, and a Natural Acai Berry Essence which is an antioxidant that (paraphrased) reduces irritation, encouraging not only healthy, more youthful skin, and diminishes free radicals, as well. Your skin is protected and moisturized with the Acai Berry that is indigenous to the Amazon rain forests and contains vitamins B1, B2, B3, C, and E, along with omega acids 3, 6 and 9.

Mac Smith - Creator of the Brazilian Peel

(Quote from Brazilian Peel Creator, Mac Smith’s Bio) As a chemical engineer, Smith has spent three decades solving the problems put before him across multiple industries for large, international corporations. From space shuttles to capacitors to batteries to catheters to contact lenses, he’s employed his expertise to arrive at countless solutions. After 30 years of problem-solving, Smith set his sights on addressing the difficulty of the two-step Glycolic Peel. Smith examined parallel problems in a conceptual way to extrapolate a novel solution, bringing his varied experience to bear on the issue. Utilizing his understanding of how the body neutralizes stomach acid without causing imbalance, Smith developed Brazilian Peel, a single-step version of a tried-and-true product that promises to revolutionize the way women care for their skin at home.

Now it’s your turn!! Brazilian Peel is available at:

www.brazilianpeel.com

Sephora Stores

www.sephora.com

http://shop.nordstrom.com/sr?keyword=brazilian+Peel&origin=keywordsearch

www.advancehomeactives.com

The Brazilian Peel gets a 5-Star Review :-)

(Mac Smith photo credit ~ www.brazilianpeel.com)