phytomer rosee soin radiance replenishing oil

September 29, 2015

phytomer-rose-soin-radiance-replenishing-oil-serum-ansikte-oljaBrighten, hydrate and restore your skin’s natural luster with Phytomer Rose Soin – Radiance Replenishing Oil.  ($94)

This lightweight dry oil absorbs into your skin quickly to create a velvety finish without leaving a greasy residue. This facial oil adds a protective barrier over the skin to retain moisture and prevent tight, dry feeling skin.  Loving it as my skin transitions to fall, underneath sunblock (of course!!).

Nourishing algae extracts and botanical oils work together to moisturize skin, promote a healthy, radiant glow, eiminate impurities, add immediate hydration to soften the appearance of fine lines.

With a soothing rose scent (my fave) for an element of aromatherapy to immerse you in a sea of calm. Hell yes!

Key Ingredients:

    • D-TOX Microalgae Oil – helps combat free radicals and eliminate toxins and pollutants that damage your skin cells
  • Rose Oil replenishes skin with soothing protection
  • Gorse Oil – activates the skin’s water channels to increase suppleness
  • Jojoba Oil – strengthens the natural moisture barrier to protect skin against dehydration and improves elasticity.

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Tackle Transitional Skin With Murad

September 28, 2015

Now that the days are getting shorter and the summer tans are starting to fade, it’s time to tackle the remains of sunny summers past (where did those spots come from?!). The transition can be tough on everyone. Here are my top transition picks from Dr. Murad’s post-summer skin Rx prescription.

 

 Intensive-C Radiance Peel lifts away sun damage to reveal radiant skin.

Radiance Peel
Brighten, smooth and hydrate to see a radiant glow after just one treatment. Glycolic Acid exfoliates to accelerate turnover of dark damaged cells, removing dullness and improving skin texture. Myrtle Extract supports cellular renewal to boost youthful resilience and elasticity. Vitamin C and Indian Fig protect against free radical damage while enhancing skin clarity and luminosity.  $55
Rapid Age Spot and Pigment Lightening Serum lightens sun and age spots to help you achieve a more even-toned complexion.

Pigment Lighten Serum

Fast-acting treatment featuring Hydroquinone fades dark spots, age spots, and freckles. Our skin-lightening serum also evens out skin tone to reveal a clearer, brighter complexion while helping prevent future pigment formation. $60

Our Hydroquinone serum is suggested for people looking to:
• Fade age spots
• Lighten dark spots
• Even skin tone

Essential-C Night Moisture works overnight to repair and protect your skin from exposure to free radicals.

Essential C

Antioxidant-enriched hydrator featuring a patented technology designed to improve skin while you sleep. Vitamins A, C and E encourage cell turnover to improve skin firmness.$65

novo body fitness – new group class in the valley

As a native valley girl who came of age in the height of “valley girl” notoriety, very little in my adult life can get me to return west of Sepulveda. Oddly, I’ve found myself braving the pilgrimage twice this week to visit and revisit Encino’s latest workout darling, Novo Body Fitness (http://www.novobodyfitness.com ) This one hour of instructor lead group weight lifting class flies by but leaves you feeling the pain for days after.  Think old school weightlifting in a super clean, air conditioned, sweet smelling studio with inspiring music and delicious eye candy and you’ve pretty much nailed Novo Body Fitness.

novo-042 novo-168 novo-1028Started by husband and wife team, Miguel Novo and Stephanie Luciano, this friendly intimate gym with easy parking and loads of class options offers the perfect remedy to pricey private training. Miguel is extremely knowledgeable and dedicated to his own fitness as well as yours and makes it nearly impossible not to push yourself and just as impossible to injure your self.  He checks in constantly for “joint pain” and is relentless with form and safety.  Having changed his own body and life when he was young through weight lifting and fitness, this lean and toned powerhouse, is the perfect motivator and inspiration to keep you focused and engaged. Try it.  First class is free and you wont be disappointed.

  • written by Meredith Morton

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15928 Ventura Blvd. Suite 108
Sherman Oaks, California 91436
818-501-BODY (2639)
info@novobodyfitness.com

 

Sip, Scrub, Stimulate, Sooth and Spray Your Way to Younger Skin with Kerstin Florian’s New Chamomile Skin Care

September 24, 2015

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Shower/Bath Gel: $36.00 13.5 FL OZ Scrub: $40.00 6 FL OZ
Lotion: $45.00 13.5 FL OZ
Spray: $32.00 4 FL
Kerstin Florian’s new Chamomile Skin Care range is heating up as the weather starts to cool down for the season. The new chamomile skin care is soothing, calming and great for sensitive or acne prone skin types, as well as those who suffer from inflammation. The four products in the collection include: a chamomile body scrub, a gentle chamomile bath gel and body lotion along with a body spray.

In addition to a warm, comforting and fragrant way to end the day, Chamomile is an active botanical and protects your skin from free radical damage.Used since ancient times and comprised of different daisy-like plants (all members of the Asteraceae family), Chamomile is great for healing wounds, anti-inflammatory and additional health benefits.  Chamomile functions as a natural skin lightener, promotes a healthy glow and restores its natural moisture content. Additionally the leaves add strong anti-fungal, antibacterial and antiseptic properties making it an excellent aid to minor skin wounds by disinfection.

Available starting October at www.kerstinflorian.com

Tin Star Foods’ Cultured Grassfed Ghee and Brown Butter

September 23, 2015

Move over coconut oil, make some room for Ghee. Tin Star Foods make a Cultured and Brown Butter Ghee and these bitches are ruling my kitchen! I’m trying to get my kids accustomed to the new flavor profile because it is so much better for them than regular butter. Obviously, after one taste, I was addicted. You can buy it here or at Erewhon market.

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Ghee is quickly becoming known as a superfood butter-alternative that can actually aid in weight loss and is widely encouraged by Paleo enthusiasts because it contains no lactose. Tin Star Foods’ Cultured Ghee has been replacing butter in grilling, stove top cooking, baking, and of course, in butter coffee. But what is it? Here is the breakdown:

1)   Ghee is butter, but a specific form of clarified butter (yes, still dairy)
2)   Ghee does not contain lactose, making it safe for those that are lactose-intolerant and/or follow a paleo diet
3)   You can use ghee as a butter replacement in cooking, baking, grilling, and spread on your favorite piece of bread. Many are also adding ghee to their coffee instead of milk
4)  Ghee is 100% casein free, high in Vitamin D, Tonalin CLA, healthy fatty acids, and other essential nutrients that can aid with weight loss

Brown Butter

OH yes… the Brown Butter, lovingly called a Caramel Kiss of Perfection, is just that.  Its buttery, nutty, caramel in a bottle. Don’t drink it.  (you will want to).

They gently allow the milk solids to toast allowing the flavor profile of this gorgeous ghee to develop.  Just like the trademark Cultured Ghee, it is lab tested Lactose and Casein free.  Its the perfect pair for an afternoon scone or in your buttered coffee in the morning.  Our customers love to grill and and bake with it, as the deep rich flavor is unparalleled.

Cultured Ghee

The Classic – the Cultured Ghee is perfection in butter form.  They slow cook their cultured butter over an open flame, just the way Hima, the owner, learned from her mama.  It’s got a rich buttery flavor that allows any dish to come alive with little effort.  High in k2, D, E, and Tonalin CLA its a no brainer to add it to your daily meal plan.

They tell new customers to flavor with it like butter, and cook with it like a cooking fat.

It’s extremely high heat threshold of 485 degrees makes it perfect for the stove top or grilling.  Ghee is a dream to bake with and delicious in coffee too.