Starting today and running through Monday, February 27^th (9am PT), Borghese is hosting a Red Carpet Treatment Sweepstakes!

Here’s how it works: You will have the opportunity to vote for your pick for Best Dressed Male, Best Dressed Female, Best Hair and Best Makeup. With each vote, you get an entry to win a Borghese Prize Package worth over $400 and consisting of:

• Esfoliante Delicato Gentle Cleanser and Exfoliant
• CuraForte Moisture Intensifier
• NEW Acqua Ristorativo Occhi Eye Treatment
• NEW Fango Ferma Firming Mud Mask for Face and Body
• Sali Esfoliante Salt Scrub
• Tono Body Creme
• Splendore Brightening Makeup
• Splendore All Over Body Bronzer
• Superiore State-of-the-Art Mascara, Black
• B Moisture Advanced Care Lipcolour, Carnevale Red
• B Gloss Lip Gloss, Red Lustro

Candidates must “like” Borghese’s Beauty Fanpage on Facebook and vote. You get one vote per hour so enter as often and as many times as you’d like! – Wow! Fun contest!

Trend #1: Bright, Bold and Vibrant!

From color blocking to ombre to chunky highlights, there was not a plain hair in sight. Blondes and golds were the most popular hues and replaced last year’s reds and coppers. Several hair show attendees wore multiple color palettes- at one time!

Kiyah’s Tips:

• · To obtain a funky, vibrant hue (or a multitude of them!) use Clairol Professional Jazzing which is a temporary, sheer haircolor. Available in 18 shades ranging from Jet Grape to Fucshia Plum, it bestows a punch of color for the most vivid styles. Its ammonia- and peroxide-free formula is also damage-free.
• · If you’re on a budget, opt for an ombre style. The upkeep is more affordable!

Trend #2: Au Naturale

Natural hair is the biggest hair trend of 2012! People are giving hair a break from relaxers and treatments and are going back to their roots. Instead, they’re experimenting with brilliant haircolors to keep their crowning glory interesting and vivacious.

Kiyah’s Tips:

• · For healthy, natural hair, it’s all about maintenance. Find a good hydrating shampoo (especially if wearing haircolor), a leave-in conditioner and a curl cream to tame unruly curls. These tools with help to soften and detangle natural hair and to make it more manageable.

Trend #3: Extensions

Women who are gravitating towards natural hair in order to give their hair a break are also experimenting with extensions. Extensions are like replacement hair in that they bestow a quick change with minimal damage.

Kiyah’s Tips:

• · Make sure the extensions are high quality and can withstand both heat and color. This will allow for unlimited experimentation sans damage!

The Science Behind Retinol (Vitamin A) –

In recent years, there has been increased confusion surrounding the use of retinol and whether or not it should be incorporated into topical skincare products. Much of this uncertainty is because people are unfamiliar with retinol and how it should be applied. Retinol is one of the main forms of Vitamin A. It is an essential vitamin needed for new cell growth, and the health and maintenance of tissues and skin cells and plays an integral role in anti-aging skin care. While using retinol and other topical products is only part of an effective anti-aging routine, Dr. Murad, MD, FAAD, shares his knowledge and thoughts on its importance.

Retinol has value for skin on several fronts: it is a cell-communicating ingredient and antioxidant. Skin cells have a receptor site that is very accepting of retinoic acid, which is converted from retinol in the body. This relationship between retinoic acid and skin cells allows a type of communication in which the cell is told to function normally (that is, the way a young, healthy cell functions). Retinol helps the skin produce more robust, structural components, provides antioxidant support, and optimizes the differentiation of cells in the various layers of the epidermis.

How does Retinol work?

• Exfoliates:

As skin ages, cell production slows. Retinol has exfoliation properties that gets rid of dead skin cells and allows new ones to grow. Regular use of retinol can help restructure the skin and encourage cell regeneration. When retinol converts into retinoic acid, it induces exfoliation which allows skin cells to function normally and continue regular cell renewal. This is effective in treating wrinkles as well as acne.

• Aids in Production of Collagen:

Skin loses elasticity over time, which causes the formation of fine lines and wrinkles. Retinol will reverse this by encouraging the production of collagen, one of the essential building blocks of youthful skin. As collagen is replenished and old skin cells are shed, hyperpigmentation disappears, fine lines recede and skin begins to reveal a brighter, smoother texture. Collagen production may slow down as a person ages, but retinol helps to ensure that new collagen continues to form, and has been shown to reduce wrinkles and increase skin texture.

• Fights Free Radicals:

Retinol is an antioxidant, which means it helps to neutralize substances called free radicals that destroy healthy skin cells. By neutralizing free radicals, retinol calms the skin, decreasing stress factors that may damage the skin.

With its numerous anti-aging and antioxidant benefits, Vitamin A is a key ingredient in many skincare formulas. When looking for it in your favorite products, keep in mind that it may be used in several forms, including Retinol, Retinyl Palmitate and Beta–Carotene.

Reminder: Topical Products are Only One Part of an Optimal Skincare Approach

“Healthy skin is a reflection of overall wellness,” Dr. Murad. Along with using the appropriate topical skincare treatments, Dr. Murad recommends a three-pronged, Inclusive Health approach to beautiful skin and optimal wellbeing – external, internal and emotional. For a young, bright complexion, Dr. Murad recommends looking at skincare as full body care.

About Murad: Murad, Inc. was founded in 1989 by Howard Murad. M.D., one of the world’s foremost authorities on health care and a pioneer of the clinical skincare movement. Dr. Murad is a practicing physician at the Murad Inclusive Health Medical Group in El Segundo, Calif. where he pioneered the Inclusive Health^® approach to optimal living. All Murad products and services are based on The Science of Cellular Water^®, Dr. Murad’s unified theory of health and aging. Sold in 41 countries, Murad is the #1 selling clinical skincare brand at many locations including Sephora and Ulta. For more information go to Murad.com, Facebook.com/murad or @DrMurad on Twitter.

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