From penetrating blasts of cold air to frigid nights that rob your complexion of all its moisture, the winter season can be brutal on skin. While you likely know to bundle up with warm sweaters and coats when you leave the house, you may not be so sure how to lend some protection to your complexion. Consider these three great beauty tricks to arm you skin for the coldest days of the year!
1. Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize. Did we happen to mention, moisturize? During the winter, your skin can get so dry and flaky, it can feel like parchment beneath your fingertips. With a product like BORGHESE – Crema Ristorativo – 24 Continuous Hydration Moisturizer, you can hydrate your complexion and restore its natural radiance.
2. Be shower-savvy. On nights when the wind is whipping around your apartment, all you probably want to do is take a long, hot bath or shower. This is a major beauty faux pas and can break down the defenses that keep your skin cells intact. Instead, take brief showers and baths and be sure to moisturize as soon as you get out of the water.
3. Exfoliate – but be gentle. Whether you have normal or oily skin, a mild exfoliant like G.M. COLLIN – Oxygen PURACTIVE Mask can detoxify skin and slough away harmful pollutants that continue to accumulate on the surface, while also hydrating your complexion, making it one of the best-kept winter beauty secrets around.
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Three indispensable beauty tricks for winter
Wednesday, November 14th, 2012
Are you rushing through your skincare regimen?
Monday, November 12th, 2012
When it comes to morning rituals, most women have to hustle to get everything done. From showering to blow-drying and straightening those stubborn locks, it can be tough just trying to look your best each day, but a labor of love well spent when it counts.
Unfortunately, all that rushing around can have a negative impact on the quality of your routine. According to Glamour magazine’s beauty blog, speeding through a skincare regimen is one of the biggest – and most common – beauty faux pas around!
For starters, you should give yourself plenty of quality time with moisturizers like PRIORI – Advanced AHA Skin Renewal Cream. Give your skin a chance to absorb all the great nutrients of this potent blend by dabbing a quarter-size amount in both hands and working it over both your face and neck.
Once you’re through, a creamy, soap-free exfoliant like Exuviance – Age Reverse BioActiv Wash can be a terrific way to jumpstart your day and rid your complexion of harmful pollutants that can pile up on the surface of skin, even while you’re sleeping.
You may have to wake up a little early to get this extended beauty ritual underway, but you’ll be more than happy once you get a look at the results!
Can lip balms actually dry out your pucker?
Monday, November 12th, 2012
It's kind of an urban beauty myth, but one we can't help but shudder to think about – can wearing too much lip balm during the winter months actually dry out your pucker?
While balms like Dermalogica – Climate Control Lip Treatment can nourish your smacker and provide relief to chapped lips throughout the chilliest days of the year, some people suggest that the cooling ingredients found in certain glosses and balms can actually trigger a full-blown dependency!
As legend has it, women who stop using balms after consistently wearing them can begin to suffer from terrible dry and parched lips, but according to Allure's Beauty Blog, this couldn't be farther from the truth!
"ChapSticks and lip hydrators have waxes or emollients in them to create a barrier to keep lips hydrated," Elizabeth Tanzi, M.D., co-director of the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery in Washington, D.C., told the news source. This, in turn, makes it next to impossible for lips to dry out after using balms.
If you're concerned about your skin staying hydrated throughout the cold season, try packing along L'Occitane – Shea Orchard Daily Duo Vineyard Rose, which is a great, on-the-go resource that can leave your hands and lips feeling replenished.
Can looking old impact your heart’s health?
Wednesday, November 7th, 2012
Wrinkles, puffy eyes and other signs of aging can have a lousy effect on your social life, but did you know that they can also indicate cardiovascular health issues?
In a recent study by the University of Copenhagen, researchers found that people with certain signs of aging, like fatty deposits around the eyelids and creased earlobes, were 39 percent more likely to develop heart disease and 57 percent more likely to have a heart attack, HealthDay News reported.
While the study spanned 35 years and the results could vary depending on lifestyle and hereditary factors, these findings could have significant consequences.
If you've been carrying a little baggage under your eyes, give your peepers the boost they need with Sothys – Active Contour Age-Defying Cream (Eyes). Just a small amount of this potent cream each morning can reinvigorate your eyes.
In addition, you might be on the lookout for an all-purpose anti-aging moisturizer to protect your complexion daily. With Exuviance – Multi-Protective Day Creme SPF15 you'll be on your way to firmer, younger skin before you know it!
Sink your teeth into Kristen Stewart’s vampy style
Tuesday, November 6th, 2012
Kristen Stewart is known for her vampy style both on and off the silver screen, but when it comes to recreating the enigmatic "Twilight" star's sensational look, it can be difficult to figure out where to start.
Stewart, who has also appeared in blockbusters like "Snow White and The Huntsman" and "The Runways," arrived at the Hollywood, California, screening for "On the Road" in a clever, eye-catching ensemble. But what really turned heads were her bold red lips and smooth, blemish-free complexion!
If you want to capture some of Stewart's sultry appeal – not to mention a certain tall, dark and handsome hottie – start by using a rich, shea butter-infused lipstick in a deep burgundy shade. This will add a vivid burst of juicy color to your smacker and give him something he can really sink his lips into.
For flawless and spot-free skin like Stewart, you'll need a lightweight, tint-free moisturizer that can brighten up your complexion daily. Blends that feature UV protection are a terrific choice, especially for creatures of the night like you and your hunk!
Doctor Babor: The discovery is revealed
Thursday, November 1st, 2012
Fall and winter is when most women realize that they need to up their skincare games. Harsh weather, cold temperatures and the hot showers you take to combat them can all wreak havoc on your skin, drying it out, causing rashes or making fine lines and wrinkles more noticeable. But with Doctor Babor’s Derma Cellular and Biogen Cellular lines, you can be on your way to a clear, youthful complexion in no time.
The Biogen Cellular collection is designed to help your skin recuperate from traumatic experiences, whether it was a surgical procedure, a day spent too long on the slopes or an allergic reaction. The botanical extract used in these products encourages your skin to repair itself faster, cutting down the time it’ll take you to get your complexion back in order. For example, the Biogen Cellular Ultimate Repair Gel-Cream does all this while improving your skin’s appearance.
The Derma Cellular collection aims to energize your skin’s cell renewal process, speeding up the rate at which new cells are revealed. This can help you combat a variety of issues, including fine lines, dark spots, discoloration and dark circles. Try the Derma Cellular Anti-Wrinkle Booster For Lips for instance, which has an instant smoothing effect, plumping your lips from the inside.
Transform your mornings with a quick beauty routine
Tuesday, October 30th, 2012
Most girls struggle in the morning just to get out of bed, let alone get started on a time intensive beauty regimen. If you're not the type to enjoy jumping out of your covers earlier just to get a head start on your hair and makeup, consider these quick and easy tips that are sure to give you a successful start to the day.
Plan ahead. If you've got a big day in the works, why wait until morning to get started on your beauty routine? By showering the night before and washing up with a clearing skin wash specially designed to reduce surface oils and eliminate breakouts, you can shave off tons of time from your morning regimen. Also try sorting your essential beauty products into easily accessible piles.
Embrace the basics. We know you want to look your absolute best each day, but devoting the crucial time in the morning that it takes to do so can be a drain on your energies – not to mention your commute. Instead, stick to the fundamentals, like skin care. Using an antibacterial, moisturizing face wash can rid your complexion of blemishes and leave you looking radiant, which is all you need to make a remarkable impression throughout the day!
Does your skin need a pick-me-up?
Thursday, October 18th, 2012
If you're like most people, your morning routine probably includes making either a cup of coffee or a cup of tea. How else are you supposed to feel energized enough for work or class after a late night? Caffeine is a great energy booster for your brain and body, but did you know that it's also beneficial for your skin?
According to Elle Canada magazine, caffeine has three major perks for your face and body: it's an antioxidant that helps protect your complexion from damaging free radicals, it shrinks blood vessels that cause dark circles and discoloration and it dehydrates fat cells, getting rid of puffiness.
The best part of the deal is that you can give your visage the boost it needs in a variety of ways. For example, Glamour magazine's beauty blog recommends using cool, moist green tea bags as eye compresses to reduce puffiness and dark circles. This is the perfect way to get some use out of those bags after you've brewed yourself a cup!
Of course, plenty of skincare products can also deliver you caffeine's benefits. Try Dermalogica – mediBac Sebum Clearing Masque, which deep-cleanses your complexion, prevents zits and absorbs excess oil. Or, use an eye cream like Murad – Essential-C Eye Cream SPF 15, which increases firmness around the eye area and stimulates collagen production.
Get frightfully fashionable beauty tips for your Halloween costume
Monday, October 15th, 2012
Do you eagerly count down the days to Halloween, but always have trouble picking out the perfect costume? You don’t need to be a professional makeup artist to flaunt some of these super-sexy looks in time for your big holiday bash! With a few of these quick tips, you can pull off a range of frightfully fun styles with tools from your very own cosmetics bag.
Vampire. They’re trendy, mysterious and impervious to the aging process – what’s not to love about being a vampire? From the Twilight Saga to True Blood, the undead have a timeless allure we just can’t help but swoon over. To sink your teeth into this lively costume idea, start by painting your nails a vampy shade of blood red. With Lippmann Collection – Forsaken Bad Things Nail Lacquer Set, you can capture the sultry energy the undead are so known for.
And as any creature of the night knows, nothing ruins a perfectly decadent party like an uneven complexion, or worse, the dreaded signs of sun damage. Before getting into costume, apply a chemical-free and ultra-hydrating product like COOLA – Face SPF 20 Mineral Sunscreen Rose Essence Tint, which can keep your complexion free from the harmful effects of UV radiation.
Witch. Forget the green skin and the wart-covered nose! If you really want to bewitch your pals this Halloween season, the best costume for you is as a witch. Back in the day, you might have relished dressing up in ghoulish face paint and a black wig to channel a spooky witch vibe, but this year, you can show how magically appealing you’ve become by sporting skin so radiant and age-defying, onlookers are sure to fall under your spell.
With an anti-aging cream like BABOR – Baborganic Pure Age Preventing Cream, you can boost cell regeneration and renewal, both essential in turning back the clock on fine lines, wrinkles and crow’s feet. Best of all, this green product features 100 percent organic ingredients, just like you’d find in your average cauldron.
You can also add a captivating sparkle to your style by sprinkling loose mineral eyeshadow like those offered by Colorscience Pro – Genie Sparkle Colore over your peepers. In dazzling shades like Moonlighting or Wait Until Dark, you’re sure to create a scene.
Medieval queen. For fans of the hit HBO series Game of Thrones, this fantasy series has inspired everything from home decor to personal style. This Halloween, you can channel your inner regal and capture the dynamic energy of the show by dressing up just like a Medieval queen!
For a fresh and feminine look that will complement your ensemble, leave your hair unbound or crown yourself with a loose braid. Hair products that will add volume and definition can be a great way to give your tresses a subtle yet luminous appeal.
Playful cat. Are you looking for a costume you can pull together in a pinch? While it may not be the most unique, dressing up as a playful cat for Halloween can be a flattering costume for women of any age and with a few of the right beauty products you can make this style one-of-a-kind. The best part about dressing up as a mischievous kitty for the holiday? It gives you the chance to show off flawlessly crafted cat eyes!
To start, grab a primer and blend it along your upper lash line to ensure your eyeliner stays intact throughout the evening, then gently trace a line over your upper lash. Most importantly, don’t forget to add a swoop! You can make your initial line thicker depending on how much of a statement you want to make.
A precision eyeliner like BABOR – Maxi Definition Eye Liner (Black) offers a calligraphy tip that can make it easy to draw the most exact line possible. One thing’s for sure, though – with this bold look, you’re bound to make a dramatic impression!
Are your efforts to nix oil making your skin oilier?
Thursday, October 4th, 2012
It seems like it would make sense – to zap oil, you'd have to soak it up and dry your skin out, right? Wrong! While you may think that using toners or cleansers with harsh oil-combating ingredients would help get rid of shine, they might actually be making the problem worse.
According to Allure Magazine, that's because when your skin is stripped of its natural moisture, it essentially panics and overcompensates by producing even more oil. So how can you calm it down and get that moisture balance back?
Start by hydrating your skin with a gentle moisturizing cleanser like Exuviance – Moisturizing Antibacterial Facial Cleanser. It's also good for acne-prone skin because it combats the bacteria that's clogging your pores, so you're killing two birds with one stone!
Next, use a light moisturizer to restore your skin's moisture levels and prevent your complexion from producing more oil. Something like Dermalogica – Active Moist will do the trick – it has an ultra-light formula that absorbs into your skin quickly, creating an invisible barrier that seals in hydration. Apply it right after cleansing your face when your skin is still slightly damp.
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