Seasonal Skincare: 6 Products to Use Now.

Now that it is officially fall, the cooler temperatures are here to stay. For me, that means my skin will be getting drier and drier. It is important to take notice of your skin changes, especially now as the seasons are  changing. Right now I am all about products to get my skin winter and cold weather ready, while erasing some of the damage from the summer. These are the products I am using to do just that.

First Aid Beauty Facial Radiance Polish
This polish is bringing my skin back to life. It has been dry and dull from spending so much time outside over the summer. The  gentle formula uses natural exfoliants that help to slough away dead, dry skin as it resurfaces the complexion to reveal brighter, more smooth skin. I use this every day in the shower on my face and neck.

Murad Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum
No matter how much sunscreen I use, my dark spots are becoming more apparent. This serum uses 2% Hydroquinone that is proven to fade existing dark spots, age spots and freckles. It is actually the strongest formula you can get without a prescription and it works fast. It also contains an advanced skin lightening peptide and glycolic acid, that when used together, work faster and better. I used to just spot treat, but I've been using this every night all over my face and neck and my skin is looking so much more even -- and I've only been using it for two weeks.

Vichy LiftActiv Serum 10 Eyes & Lashes
This eye serum, which is to be used in addition to an eye cream, lifts and illuminates the eye area in just a few minutes. It is formulated with Hyaluronic Acid and ceramides to plump the skin and smooth out lines, while brighteners actually illuminate the skin for a more refreshed appearance. The serum also makes for an incredible lash conditioner, so brittle lashes are left softer and fortified over time.

Kate Somerville Dilo Oil Restorative Treatment
Skin oils are all the rage, but I am picky. I want an oil that is really going to do something different to my skin, more than just hydrate. This hydrates skin plus so much more. This oil that is derived from the precious Dilo Nut from Fiji is rich in natural essential lipids that work with the skin's own lipid layer to make it stronger. The fast-absorbing oil also firms skin, evens skin tone and reduces the appearance of lines and wrinkles.

Perricone MD Blue Plasma Orbital
Dr. Perricone uses the power of Blue Plasma technology to introduce a safe and effective way to exfoliate the eye area in this gentle, daily peel. This cooling gel smoothes and de-puffs the delicate eye area while also delivery hydrating, anti-aging and brightening benefits. It uses ingredients that "peel" away dead skin cells as it rebalances hydration. As soon as I apply the gel, my eye area is tightened, toned and totally smooth.

ChapStick Hydration Lock
The famous lip balm just got better with this new advanced formula. It contains antioxidant CoQ10 and hyaluronic filling spheres so lips are plumped and smoothed within seconds of applying. Hydration is locked in for 8 hours. I use this every night before bed and my lips simply look and feel better. The yummy vanilla creme is a plus.

Cleanse and Clear Up Skin with Neutrogena.

You know, teens are not the only ones affected by acne. Did you know that adult acne affects 25% of adult men and 50% of adult women?

I consider myself lucky. I never had acne as a teen and can count on my hand how many times I've had a pimple on my face. This is rare, I know. Many friends my age are dealing with a lot of hormonal acne right now and are trying some unconventional methods to deal with it. Did you ever hear of using toothpaste or glass cleaner on a zit? That doesn't work. Nor will sun dry up breakouts. And guess what? You can wear makeup if you have acne. It will not make it worse.

What you need are the right products and consistent use. Every night, take off the day and cleanse skin with solutions that are proven to work. One of these Neutrogena beauties will be right for you and your acne prone skin.

Neutrogena Ultra Gentle Daily Cleanser
This gentle foaming cleanser removes makeup, dirt and oil from even the most sensitive or acne prone skin. It was dermatologist developed just for sensitive skin types, actually. It rinses away clean without over-drying and simply leaves skin soft.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Cleansing Wipes
If you like cleansing wipes, these will do the trick. These great smelling, thick wipes, wipe away acne-causing sweat, dirt and oil and they work anywhere. I suggest keeping a few in your purse or gym bag to get rid of those real acne causing culprits on the go.

Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Wash
This acne cleanser is the #1 dermatologist recommended cleanser. It combines a salicylic acid treatment and gentle cleanser in one formula. It eliminates oil and unclogs pores as it helps to prevent further breakouts from happening.

Neutrogena products can be found at your favorite drugstore or mass retailer.

A Meaningful Beauty Bonus.

Beautiful skin is the great foundation for beautiful makeup. They go hand in hand. If your skin care is not up to par, no amount of makeup is going to make it look better. And really, you want your makeup to complement your features and your skin - not cover it up.

Two people who know a lot about both beautiful skin and beautiful makeup, supermodel Cindy Crawford and award-winning makeup artist Sonia Kashuk, have joined together again (they wrote Cindys' Basic Face makeup book together) for an exclusive deal. A Meaningful Beauty® bonus, if you will. That is because with the purchase of the complete Meaningful Beauty® Advanced Anti-Aging System, you will receive a custom designed Sonia Kashuk Essentials Brush Set for FREE.

Now, this is no ordinary skin care or brushes. These are both proven products. Let's take a look at each.

Meaningful Beauty® Advanced Anti-Aging System

• Skin Softening Cleanser
  This mild cleanser is designed to provide a healthy clean without stripping skin of natural oils.
• Crème de Serum
  This crème de la crème treatment takes a triple approach to combating the signs of aging with three powerful anti-aging ingredients: super-antioxidant melon complex, anti-aging peptides and hyaluronic acid working to moisturize, hydrate and protect your skin.
• Lifting Eye Crème
  This rich cream helps to address all of the visible signs of stress around the eye: crow's feet, fine lines, puffiness and wrinkles.
• Antioxidant Day Cream SPF 20
  This day cream does more than moisturize, it combines a powerful dose of anti-aging ingredients to clarify, brighten and even skin tone.
• Skin Brightening Décolleté and Neck Treatment SPF 15
  The décolleté and neck area is often neglected, but it doesn't have to be when using this.  An extra 20 seconds in your routine with this cream not only protects this sensitive area with SPF 15, but it smooths and evens skin with it's advanced formula.
• Wrinkle Smoothing Capsules (bonus item)
• Glowing Serum (bonus item)

Sonia Kashuk for Meaningful Beauty Essentials Brush Set

• Foundation Brush
  The soft synthetic bristles of this lush brush are ideal for applying face products. It is perfect for concealer, foundations or even Meaningful Beauty® skin care products.
• Domed Eye Shadow Brush
  The soft bristled brush is perfect for using in the crease to add depth to your eye makeup look. If you don't like a dark crease, use it to blend out products to give eyes a soft, beautiful look.
• Lash Brow Groomer
  This must have duo brush is a very versatile tool. One one side, the brush brushes brows perfectly into place, while the curved comb separates lashes for an easier mascara application.

The Meaningful Beauty® Advanced Anti-Aging System plus Sonia Kashuk Essentials Brush Set sells for $39.95 at meaningfulbeauty.com.