Good Skin Care Tips

Recently I’ve been using these two bronzers to give some summery color to my pale skin :-) Here are my impressions.Promise:Shiseido Bronze Emulsion “promotes a gradual natural bronze color and dramatic silkiness with daily use”Estee Lauder Self Tanning Milk “dries quickly, leaves a radiant glow”, “even golden color starting in under an hour”Packaging:Shiseido Daily Bronze Moisturizing Emulsion

Creme of Nature, one of the most loved, long-standing and reliable brands in ethnic hair care, today announced that it is bringing Argan Oil — the hydrating and shine-intense “liquid gold” of Morocco — to retail shelves. This will be the first line of products with Argan Oil for multicultural hair available in mass retail. Creme of Nature with Argan Oil is an innovative line of five, moisture-enriched shine products infused with Certified Organic Argan Oil. The new products represent the brand’s foray into styling and finishing products. In addition to mass retailers, the line will be available at beauty supply stores nationwide this month.

With an exotic new fragrance and vibrant Moroccan-themed packaging, the products combine the healing properties of Argan Oil with advanced formulas that give unparalleled performance. The line consists of the Creme of Nature Argan Oil Intensive Conditioning Treatment Pack that strengthens, deeply infuses moisture, and prevents hair breakage; Creme of Nature Argan Oil Gloss & Shine Polisher to instantly impart radiant shine, seal in moisture, control frizz and leave hair silky smooth; Creme of Nature Argan Oil Foaming Wrap, a unique shine-enhancing foam that nourishes hair, and provides long-lasting hold while giving it a soft, silky feel; Creme of Nature Argan Oil Gloss & Shine Mist, a weightless mist that instantly shines, conditions and controls frizz and flyaways and Creme of Nature Argan Oil Replenishing Sheen Spray, a high-gloss sheen with advanced moisturizing properties and a light-weight, soft finish.

“We are very excited to bring Creme of Nature with Argan Oil with its shine and nutrient rich benefits to the multicultural marketplace,” said Shawn Tollerson, vice president of marketing, Colomer USA Multicultural. “Finally, this new line offers Argan Oil which is typically found in prestige products to the masses at an affordable price.”

Argan Oil is rich in Vitamin E, Omega-6, essential fatty acids, and antioxidants and has great restorative properties. It is excellent for adding intense shine, and hydrating and conditioning, making it one of the hottest ingredients in the beauty industry. Argan Oil also offers instant absorptionand rapid nourishment. Until now, only professional stylists have had access to products with Argan Oil.

“Creme of Nature with Argan Oil joins our family of high performance products with Certified Organic Ingredients that help multicultural women achieve the healthy looks they desire, complete with moisture and remarkable shine,” said Teneya Gholston, Creme of Nature brand manager and licensed cosmetologist. “Each product provides radiant shine and intense hydration to women with all hair types and issues – from damaged to chemically-treated to natural or excessively-curly.”

For more than three decades, Creme of Nature has offered a variety of great products to help women achieve and maintain gorgeous, healthy hair. For more information about Creme of Nature, please visit www.cremeofnature.com, or follow the brand on Twitter (@cremeofnature), Facebook for consumers (facebook.com/cremeofnature), Facebook for salon professionals (facebook.com/cremeofnaturepro) or via the blog (cremeofnature.typepad.com/blog/).

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Think: In the dog days of summer, your skin needs special care – all over your body! Supercharge your summer skincare regimen by adding the power of Tända light therapy.

What it is: Follow these five easy tips and get glowing with natural, healthy, beautiful skin.

1.    Start with a Clean Palette
This steamy weather means more active oil glands and perspiration makes dirt cling to your skin. Give your face an extra cleansing each day and always clean your face after strenuous activity. The summer heat can also aggravate skin leading to increased sensitivity and sebaceous secretions.

After cleansing, use Tända Clear blue light therapy on blemishes or blemish-prone areas. This natural treatment will clear and prevent breakouts without any of the nasty side-effects of chemical-based treatments – no irritation, dryness or redness. Find out more about how blue light works!

2.    Out with the Old, In with the New
Experts say the best way to keep your skin looking soft and smooth in the summer is with regular exfoliation. This gets rid of dead, dry skin cells.

Use a washcloth, loofah, buff puff, or any number of the microdermabrasion creams or tools that are now on the market, Wet your entire body in the bath or shower. Apply exfoliating cleanser to your loofah or washcloth, and scrub, using gentle, circular motions. Exfoliated skin will help self-tanners go on more smoothly, making them less likely to streak and prevent your glow from fading prematurely.

3.    Hydrate, Hydrate, Hydrate
During these summer months, keeping your skin hydrated is vital in order to avoid any unnecessary, not to mention unattractive dryness. Hydrate your skin by making sure that you are drinking enough water and also using a quality moisturizer. Use it after you exfoliate, shave, and shower. In particular, moisturizing after you shave puts the skin barrier back until your own body can do it.

You can also give your hydration in boost in only minutes by using the Tända Regenerate red light therapy treatment. Three out of four women noticed an immediate improvement in hydration after using the Tända Regenerate for only 3 minutes!

4.    Protect Yourself
There are lots of things you can do to make skin look good, but the most important thing is sun protection.

Everyone should wear a sunscreen with SPF of 15 or higher with a broad-spectrum agent that protects against UVA and UVB rays. Apply generously and make sure you put on enough to cover your entire body, no matter how much it takes. Sunscreen takes 15 to 20 minutes to kick into high gear, so apply it before you leave the house, not when you get to the beach. It is also important to reapply it frequently - sunscreens should be reapplied every two hours or after swimming or perspiring heavily.

5.    Be Smooth and Sleek
Summer sun means bare legs, short sleeves and bikini lines! Being well-groomed means making sure that all your parts are smooth and hair-free.

A good shaving strategy is to shave in the opposite direction from which hair grows. In places where hair grows in different directions and in hard-to-reach areas such as underarms and the bikini area, try pulling the skin slightly, making it more taut and easier to shave.

Nothing can ruin the look of a clean shave like ingrown hairs or a razor burn. The Tända Clear blue light therapy is a great solution to clear up ingrown hairs that are as a result of the same bacteria that causes acne. The Tända Regenerate red light therapy can reduce the inflammation and redness associated with razor burn.
You could also try waxing or laser hair removal for solutions that last longer than daily shaving. The Tända Regenerate is great after both of these treatments to reduce redness, swelling and inflammation.

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New from The Body Shop - DeoDry, (buy direct)  an aluminum-free, paraben-free deodorant.  It comes in roll on or stick, depending on your preference, and has proven anti-odor abilities.

Typically deodorants don't have much when it comes to anti-wetness protection, but The Body Shop's DeoDry contains volcanic minerals to help with wetness control.

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Oxygen Biotherapeutics, Inc. today introduced its new, innovative skin care product, DERMACYTE Oxygenating Eye Complex, a smooth, delicate eye serum specially designed to refresh, hydrate and restore the appearance of youth to the eye contour area. Beginning August 9th, retail orders can be placed on Oxygen Biotherapeutics’ secure website at www.BuyDermacyte.com. Orders made by August 31st can receive free shipping in the U.S. and Canada by using the Code SHIPCOMPLEX10.

“The market to diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles continues to grow as the last of the Baby Boomers nears 50 and Generations X & Y enter their 30’s and 40’s. We believe our oxygen-carrier skin care line is an excellent alternative to existing products and procedures, and we intend to market and sell our products on-line, with an internal sales force and distributors, and through partners,” said Maria Isabel Tamargo, Assistant Vice President of Marketing and Sales.

DERMACYTE Oxygenating Eye Complex is an enriched oxygen emollient developed by the makers of oxycyte technology (an oxygen carrier). It is infused with avocado essence, soothing oat kernel, seed extract from the meadowfoam plant, Vitamin C, sunflower oil and calming high ash. These ingredients help improve hydration and prevent water loss, while protecting your skin against environmental stress, flakiness, dryness, discoloration and puffiness in the eye area. It is hypoallergenic, paraben-free and reinforces skin firmness and tone around the eye area. It is available in a 15 ml pump bottle that allows you to carefully dispense only the small amount needed for your eye area. The cost is $120.

Oxygen Benefits Your Skin

Oxygen is essential for radiant, young-looking skin. It assists in the production of collagen and elastin, as well as with skin repair and regeneration. As we age, the body’s ability to deliver oxygen to dermal tissue deteriorates. A lack of oxygen at the cellular level can cause skin to age prematurely, increasing the appearance of fine lines and age spots, making skin look dry and dull. Oxygen therapies enhance the overall appearance and feel of your skin, leaving it smoother and healthier-looking.

About Oxygen Biotherapeutics, Inc.

Oxygen Biotherapeutics, Inc. is developing medical and cosmetic products that efficiently deliver oxygen to tissues in the body. The Company has developed a proprietary perfluorocarbon (PFC) therapeutic oxygen carrier and liquid ventilation product called Oxycyte(R) that is being formulated for both intravenous and topical delivery for conditions including but not limited to traumatic brain injury, decompression sickness and topical wounds, as well as for personal skin care. More information is available at www.oxybiomed.com.

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Amgen and Pfizer today announced the five winners of the 2010 Addressing Psoriasis contest, which recognizes people with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis who want to feel more confident in their everyday style. The winners have traveled to New York City where they will receive a one-on-one consultation with Tim Gunn, mentor to the designers on TV’s “Project Runway” and chief creative officer of Liz Claiborne, Inc. Gunn will help the winners embrace their personal style and work with them to select outfits that complement their individual looks and lifestyles, and that work with their psoriasis. The winners’ stories and experiences will help raise public awareness of psoriasis. The 2010 contest winners are:

• Julie Bittke of Lemont, Illinois
• Tamar Daniel of Bala Cynwyd, Pennsylvania
• Stephanie Gearhart of San Diego, California
• Brent Kleinhenz of Columbus, Indiana
• Robert Schaufenbil of Oakland, California

“The first step in creating your personal sense of style may be determining who you are and how you want to present yourself to the world. This can be particularly challenging for people with psoriasis,” said Gunn. “I am excited to work with these inspiring individuals to help each of them find a style that suits their life.”

The Addressing Psoriasis contest represents the cornerstone of a disease awareness program designed to help people with psoriasis get more information about managing their disease and to feel more confident in their everyday style. Since March, hundreds of people with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis have entered the contest by sharing their personal stories and photos illustrating the challenges of living with the condition, including the impact on their personal style, and how they think Gunn may help them present their best selves to the world.

As indicated in the complete Official Rules, the judging was based on three levels of review, and a panel of judges selected the winners based on, among other things, the compelling nature of their submitted essays and personal photos. The panel included representatives from the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), National Psoriasis Foundation (NPF), Psoriasis Cure Now (PCN), Dermatology Nurses’ Association (DNA) and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants (SDPA).

Style questions and tips related to psoriasis were also submitted to Gunn via the program website, www.addresspsoriasis.com. Select tips will be incorporated into a style resource guide designed specifically for people with psoriasis. The style resource guide will be available on the Addressing Psoriasis website later this year and will feature the five winners in fashion-forward outfits selected in collaboration with Cotton Incorporated. To learn more about the 2010 winners, view complete Official Rules, and find useful resources about psoriasis, visit www.addresspsoriasis.com.

Psoriasis, which affects approximately 7.5 million Americans, is a chronic disease of the immune system that causes the skin cells to grow at an accelerated rate. Although there are several types of psoriasis, approximately 80 percent of patients suffer from plaque psoriasis, which can cause painful and itchy, red, scaly patches. People with psoriasis often experience feelings of self-consciousness, and the appearance of their skin often influences their choice of clothing.
About Addressing Psoriasis

Addressing Psoriasis was developed to inspire people with plaque psoriasis to actively manage their condition, be more confident and not allow the condition to inhibit their everyday style. Now in its second year, Addressing Psoriasis continues to raise public awareness and encourages patients to visit a dermatologist as the first step in managing the condition. Addressing Psoriasis is sponsored by Amgen and Pfizer with participation from the American Academy of Dermatology, the National Psoriasis Foundation, Psoriasis Cure Now, the Dermatology Nurses’ Association and the Society of Dermatology Physician Assistants. To learn more about Addressing Psoriasis, visit www.addresspsoriasis.com.

Entrants were asked to submit a photo and personal essay explaining how they have overcome or tried to overcome the challenges of living with moderate to severe plaque psoriasis and how the condition has impacted their personal style and the clothing they wear. Additionally, entrants were asked to explain how Tim Gunn may help them overcome style challenges associated with psoriasis and present their best selves to the world. Entries were judged based solely on the inspirational nature of their story, and not on the entrants’ use of specific treatment options.

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In celebration of the launch of Murad’s new Clean Scene skincare line and the upcoming film “You Again” starring Kristen Bell, Jamie Lee Curtis, Sigourney Weaver, Odette Yustman and Betty White, Murad Skincare and Touchstone Pictures are giving one lucky winner and 50 of his or her closest friends and family members the chance to see the film before it hits theatres.

Now through August 29, 2010, Murad fans and film enthusiasts around the country can enter to win a movie lover’s prize package that includes a grand prize private advance screening of the film in their hometown. In addition, the winner will receive a Clean Scene gift basket including the entire Clean Scene line, Clean Scene skincare products for one year, exclusive Clean Scene travel speakers to take their movies and music on the go, a $50 gift card to Sephora and Yumberry goodies. The grand prizewinner’s special guests won’t walk away empty handed as they too will receive samples of the Clean Scene line in addition to Yumberry goodies.

The new Clean Scene line, a gentle and effective family of products developed to address the daily skincare needs of teens and young adults, consists of five unique products. Formulated with the antioxidant-rich Yumberry to keep skin balanced and protected, Clean Scene aims to teach teens and young adults about the importance of adopting healthy skincare habits for life, ensuring beautiful skin now and long after high school.

“You Again” stars Kristen Bell, Jamie Lee Curtis, Sigourney Weaver, Odette Yustman, Kristin Chenoweth, Victor Garber and Betty White and is directed by Andy Fickman. In theaters nationwide on September 24, 2010, the film features successful PR pro Marni (Bell) who heads home for her older brother’s (Jimmy Wolk) wedding and discovers that he’s marrying her high school arch nemesis (Yustman), who’s conveniently forgotten their problematic past. Then the bride’s jet-setting aunt (Weaver) bursts in and Marni’s not-so-jet-setting mom (Curtis) comes face to face with her own high school rival. The claws come out and old wounds are opened in this crazy comedy that proves that not all rivalries are forever. Like the movie on Facebook at www.facebook.com/YouAgainMovie.

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 based on the Science of Cellular Water, Dr. Murad’s unified theory of health and aging. Murad products are sold in 46 countries and it is the #1 selling clinical skincare brand at many locations including Sephora and Ulta. More information can be found at Murad.com or by following Murad on Facebook at facebook.com/murad or Twitter with @DrMurad.

For more information on the sweepstakes, including the official rules, visit www.mycleanscene.com. More information on the entire Clean Scene line can be found on Facebook at www.facebook.com/mycleanscene or by following @mycleanscene on Twitter.

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I'm in the process of writing a review on Tria Beauty's new Acne Blue Light and I'm looking for a few more voices from actual users.  If you have used it, or you know someone who has, please email me at skincare.guide@about.com and I'll send you a few questions to answer.  Thanks for your help!

NeoStrata Company, Inc. announced the launch of Exuviance AGE REVERSE, a multi-modality line of skin care with a proprietary complex of state of the art technologies to address all of the visible signs of skin aging.

Educated, savvy consumers expect comprehensive products that work together to target wrinkles, texture, elasticity, and pigmentation.  Exuviance AGE REVERSE is a powerful regimen that addresses those concerns by combining a bevy of multi-functional ingredients to trigger collagen and matrix building in skin’s deeper layers, surface active compounds to enhance cell turnover and disperse pigment clusters, along with broad spectrum antioxidants that limit oxidative damage, neutralize free radicals and protect cellular membranes while also preventing the breakdown of collagen and elastin.  The result?  Undeniably younger looking skin that is visibly evident.

Because no single ingredient can address the many signs and sources of aging skin, the creators of Exuviance AGE REVERSE formulated the line with OptiSpectra, a proprietary complex of proprietary and clinically proven de-agers.  “It’s very exciting to launch these products featuring a synergistic combination of our clinically proven, patented technologies, Polyhydroxy Acids and NeoGlucosamine, with other highly effective ingredients such as retinol, peptides and potent antioxidants — to target the multiple mechanisms of skin aging.  Exuviance AGE REVERSE is a complete regimen of multi-tasking products specifically designed to meet the skin care needs of the 40+ age population with noticeable signs of aging,” says Dr. Ronni Weinkauf, VP of Research & Development.

Exuviance AGE REVERSE provides comprehensive anti-aging benefits across all skin layers by targeting multiple mechanisms of the aging process.  Each of the four core products — BioActiv Wash, Day Repair SPF 20, Night Lift, and Eye Contour — was created with a carefully selected spectrum of ingredients designed to work synergistically for optimal results.  While each individual product provides significant benefit, maximum results are achieved by harnessing the synergy of different modes of action across the regimen.

With Exuviance AGE REVERSE, seeing is believing.  The clinical data demonstrates outstanding visible results.  “Participants in our 12 and 16 week clinical use studies confirmed significant, visible benefits in as little as four weeks for all major signs of aging including the appearance of fine lines and deeper wrinkles, sagging skin, pigmentation, rough texture and enlarged pore size.  96% of participants agreed their skin looked and felt younger within four weeks and 100% noticed improvements in appearance,” reported Barbara Green, VP of Clinical Affairs.

NeoStrata Company, Inc. (www.neostrata.com), headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, develops and markets a comprehensive range of clinically-proven, dermatologist developed skin care products featuring Polyhydroxy Bionic Acid and amino sugar technologies to meet the needs of every skin type.  Founded by Drs. Van Scott and Yu, world renowned leaders in dermatology and dermato-pharmacology, the company is backed by a proud medical heritage that includes decades of clinical research and over 100 patents.  These advanced therapeutic and cosmetic dermatological products are available worldwide through consumer outlets, physicians’ offices and spas.

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Spa De Soleil (http://www.spadesoleil.com) Manufacturing founder and president, Rena Revivo, announced today that she is removing parabens from all Spa De Soleil skin care products in an extensive and conscientious program to improve skin care proprieties.

Parabens are a class of chemicals widely used as preservatives in the skin care, cosmetics, pharmaceutical and food industries due to their bacterial and fungicidal properties. They can be found in moisturizers, cleansing creams, shampoos, toothpaste and as well as frozen, canned and processed foods, however, they are becoming increasingly controversial because they have been found in high concentrations in breast cancer tumors.

For a long time, Revivo has been aware that women are getting small amounts of parabens from a large number of sources on a daily basis. It is accumulation of parabens from so many sources day after day that can build to dangerous levels in the body.

“Research has shown that we have to be careful of parabens, but it’s hard for anyone to stay away from them when they are in so many products and foods we use or consume every day. For this reason I have undertaken the extensive program to remove parabens from all of the Spa De Soleil skin care products,” says Revivo, a leader in the organic and natural skin care products industry.

The Spa De Soleil program is no small feat. Revivo spends her days researching the best ingredients to use in her skin care products and then formulating these ingredients into her skin care lines. Many of the ingredients she researches have been used down through the ages for their youthful, skin nourishing and anti-aging properties. She also researches the source of the ingredients to ensure pure ingredients are secured for use. Each product then takes several months of formulation and testing to replace the parabens with these natural ingredients.

Once the formulation process is completed, each Spa De Soleil product, individually, goes through a lengthy series of testing. Care is given to ensure the product is stable, the ph is correct, the viscosity is right and that it meets third party microbiological testing. Multiply this by hundreds of products and one can see the enormous amount of work behind the project.

“And the final test is client satisfaction,” says Revivo. “Our clients and professional people are an extremely discerning group. They have an astute awareness of our product’s feel and love that our skin care products perform as we say it will, so any changes must continue to provide this spa experience for them. We are happy to report that all improved products are being met with increased pleasure and demand.”

For those interested in additional information regarding parabens Revivo suggests visiting the Environment Working Group’s website at http:///www.ewg.org.

Rena Revivo’s training and experience working with women from all walks of life have culminated into her mission which is three-fold: to educate women on skin hygiene, to provide women with skin care products created from the best possible ingredients and to ensure her skin care products give women the results they are looking for.

Spa De Soleil (http://www.spadesoleil.com) Manufacturing, Inc. was founded in 1989 by Rena Revivo with the mission to create, invent and manufacture innovative skin care solutions using the best possible ingredients. The company has become a leader in USDA Certified Organic skin care products and is setting the direction for others with the removal of all parabens from their skin care products. Revivo keeps her cutting edge through continued research and membership in many professional organizations such as the Organic Trade Association (OTA), the International Spa Association (SPA), National Nutritional Foods Association (NNFA), Independent Cosmetics Manufacturers and Distributors (ICMAD), Cosmetics, Toiletry & Fragrance Association (CTFA), the Society of Cosmetics Chemists (SCC) and the Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA).

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