Adding Mario Badescu Serums to My Skin Care Routine.

I started using a Mario Badescu Skin Care routine earlier this year. One thing lacking in my original routine was a serum. I am happy to report that I have added two Mario Badescu serums to my regimen and I am really happy with them. I am using one in the morning and one at night; my skin is thanking me for it.

Mario Badescu Hyaluronic Emulsion with Vitamin C - $30.00
Formulated with a concentrated blend of Collagen, Hyaluronic Acid and the antioxidant Vitamin C, this milky serum is plumping up my lines and making my skin appear overall brighter the more I use it. I am using a few drops of this after toning and blend it over my skin. It doesn't feel like a typical serum, as it feels more like a light moisturizer and I really like the feel of the added hydration on my skin. I have added this to my morning routine.

Mario Badescu Vitamin C Serum - $45.00
This Vitamin C Serum is a powerhouse serum with a good amount of the antioxidant Vitamin C. In fact, it contains 7.5% Absorbic Acid (Vitamin C) to help reduce discolorations such as age spots and hyperpigmentation. Because it is very strong, I am using it as recommended, which is every other evening. Since I have begun using this serum, I am noticing a huge even-ness and brightness to my skin tone.

Check out all of the Mario Badescu products online at mariobadescu.com.

Maybelline Instant Age Rewind Collection.

Some major anti-aging concerns of mine include dark spots, sagging and uneven lackluster skin tone. I know these are things that I obsess about every day when I look in the mirror. Maybelline New York takes on dark spots, sagging skin and dullness with three steps and three new products. They are all part of the Instant Age Rewind Collection and include Eraser Dark Spot Concealer + Treatment, The Lifter Foundation, and The Perfector Powder. Using all three together almost guarantees better and younger looking skin.

Instant Age Rewind Eraser Dark Spot Concealer + Treatment - $9.99
This concealer with Vitamin C treatment in one not only covers dark spots instantly, but the formula works to diminish them over time. The sponge tip applicator deposits the pigments to cover the spot and even skin tone immediately. It is very concentrated so you only need a little bit. Dab it on carefully and then blend it out with your fingertip. It conceals and really lasts. It is available in five shades to blend into a variety of skin tones.

Instant Age Rewind The Lifter Foundation - $13.99
A lifting foundation swirled with a smoothing primer in once easy to use pump for instantly, smoother, better looking skin. The glycerin based formula glides over fine lines and wrinkles while the peptides fuse to skin giving your face a lifted look. It's available in a nice range of 12 shades to match a nice array of skin tones.

Instant Age Rewind The Perfector Powder - $9.99
As a final step in makeup, this primer infused powder softens lines more, making for younger looking skin immediately. The skin perfecting powder is formulated with shea butter and jojoba to smooth skin with its unique micro-pearls. Skin feels soft and looks almost blurred with a bit of radiance. This is available in six shades to blend into every skin tone.

Shop for the new Maybelline Instant Age Rewind products at your favorite drugstore or mass retailer now. I highly suggest using all three together to get the optimal look.

Skin in Need of a Quick Fix? M∙A∙C FIX+ to the Rescue.

If you are like me and notice your skin (particularly my face) getting drier or tighter as the day goes on, you probably wonder what you can do for a quick pick me. Now I am talking a full face of makeup on - not something you really can mess with moisture wise.

When I was at the M∙A∙C store last week, I presented this very question to my artist. He suggested FIX+ for a "quick fix". FIX+ is a very lightweight moisture mist in a spray bottle. Infused with a calm-the-skin blend of green tea, chamomile, cucumber, with a super fresh and calming scent, it adds hydation and radiance to the skin.

It is very simple to use - with or without makeup. All you do is hold the bottle about 12 inches from you face, and spray a few mists over it. Voila! Instant refreshment; my skin feels so much better for it. It dries nice and quick too.

I have used it in the mid-afternoon the last few days, and it not only made my skin feel fresher, it made my face look much fresher as well.

FIX+ is just $15 and deserves a spot in your handbag. Pick it up at all M∙A∙C locations or online at maccosmetics.com.