November 18, 2011

Soothe Stressed Skin with LUMENE 5 Min SOS Cream.

November 18, 2011/

As the seasons change and we transition to colder weather, skin can become more sensitive and easily irritated. Mine sure has. Between a snow storm with below freezing temperatures two weeks ago, to 70 degrees earlier this week, my skin doesn't know what to think. I have been soothing it with a great new cream designed to do just that. Introducing LUMENE Sensitive Touch 5 Min SOS Cream ($19.99).

This cream was developed to quickly relieve dry, stressed skin within 5 minutes. Rough patches are gone as this cream - which is not too thick, but hearty enough to soothe - sinks in quick and soothes my skin. It is like immediate relief - ahh.

Organic Linen Seed Extract sooths and strengthens the skin, protecting it against external irritants too. It provides an anti-inflammatory effect, and its natural polysaccharides (yes, that is a word!) forms a microfilm onto the skin's surface that helps to prevent penetration of allergens, so skin is less irritated to begin with. In addition to 100% Organic Linen Seed, the product contains pro-vitamin B% and a new innovative skin calming technology, tetrapeptide, to reduce irritation and strengthen skin against external irritants over times, as it is used.

I not only use this on my face, my heels and elbows are absorbing the cream and are really healing up nicely.

Elizabeth Arden Celebrates 100 Years with Cult Classics.

November 09, 2011/

Over the past 100 years, the Elizabeth Arden name has become synonymous with luxury products that stand the test of time. The brand remains committed to Miss Arden’s original mission – to address the total beauty needs of women around the world – with groundbreaking products that offer the ultimate beauty experience, encompassing luxury, product innovation, quality and service.

Many of the Elizabeth Arden products have gained cult status over the years. Here are some of the classics that have become favorites amongst celebs, makeup artists and women all over the world.

Eight Hour Cream Skin Protectant ($17.00)
This cult classic “miracle-cream” is a must have all-purpose beauty balm. Its name came about thanks to a remarkable performance – a loyal client used it to treat her child’s skinned knee and “eight hours later” the skin looked “all better”. Created by Miss Arden herself in 1930, Eight Hour Cream became an instant and overwhelming success. The formula remains unchanged and as effective as ever.

PREVAGE Face Advanced Anti-aging Serum ($159.00)
This revolutionary anti-aging formula protects and transforms skin with Idebenone, the most powerful antioxidant available today. This serum visibly improves skin tone and clarity and fades fine lines and wrinkles, as it supports skin’s own natural collagen levels to give skin a firmer, more resilient look.

Smoky Eyes Powder Pencil ($16.50)
Transforms your look into a sultry, smoky eye with this long-wearing cream pencil. Available in 7 shades: Smoky Black, Espresso, Gunmetal, Midnight, Mulberry, Black Violet and Pine.

Classic Elizabeth Arden Red Lips
Elizabeth Arden is known for their iconic red door and a classic red lip. Elizabeth Ardens best selling reds:

Exceptional Lipstick in Red Diamond ($19.50)
Color Intrigue Effects Lipstick in Poppy Cream ($19.50)
Ceramide Ultra Lipstick in Rouge ($22.50)

3LAB Perfect BB SPF 40 and a Twitter Party to Celebrate the Launch.

November 07, 2011/

Things are still not back to normal here in the Northeast, but surely they will be soon. I am happy to report that my cell service is improving, and I am going to try and catch up through my trusty iPhone and iPad. Wow - it's been a long week.

First things first, I am co-hosting a Twitter party for 3LAB to celebrate #perfectskin with their brand new Perfect BB SPF 40 Cream ($95.00). Please join me @BeautyBlogger over on Twitter this Wednesday night at 8PM EST. We will be using the hash tag #perfectskin so join in to learn more about this new cream, get some great tips on achieving perfect skin, and of course, there will be party prizes. I hope you can come.

We will be celebrating the launch of 3LAB Perfect BB SPF40 Cream, which I've used a few times now.

I really like this BB cream, especially because it comes in a variety of shades. I am excited that BB Creams have made their way from Asia to the US, but one problem I have found is that they have mostly been too pale for my skin. I am pale, an NC20 in the winter, but as I am mostly an NC30 the other three seasons of the year, I have had a hard time with a few of the BB Creams I have used. Many of these creams give off such a white or pink cast to my skin, that I cannot use them, especially when self tanning. Perfect BB Cream comes in three shades. I am using 02, which is a medium shade and it is perfect for my skin tone.

Perfect BB SPF40 Cream is also packed with a ton of ingredients to not only prime and cover imperfections, this is designed to firm and lift the skin, regenerate new skin cells, brighten, moisturize, and protect. It glides on smooth with a slightly silicone-y feel. Somewhat like a primer, but more like a moisturizer. Of course, 3LAB’s signature bio-engineered growth hormone and apple stem cell technology is at the heart of this cream, making it a phenomal treatment. When I use this in the morning, I am literally cutting out 4 steps in my routine. I apply it after cleansing, toning, and after I apply an eye cream and serum. My skin instantly looks better, lines are filled in and my canvas is perfected. For everyday, I don't need any other foundation. If I am going full out glam, I find no problem layering a regular foundation on over it, as this makes for the ultimate primer.

3LAB products are carried at select fine department stores such as Nordstrom, Barneys New York and Bliss, as well as online at SAKS, Nordstrom and Blissworld. Again, join me this Wednesday night at 8PM EST for the Twitter party. Be sure you are following me @BeautyBlogger to get in on all the fun.

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