Miracle Skin Transformer – Heal Everything Balm

October 31, 2012

Good stuff. Rich, hydrating, effective. This isn't your normal sissy moisturizer or "balm"

Miracle Skin Transformer Heal Everything Balm

With the Santa Ana winds in high gear and wreaking havoc on my skin this week, I feel less like a bronzy Cali babe and more like an irritable East Coast gal. The patch of skin under my nose is on the border of raw, I am equipped with Carmex and Kleenex at all times. Bleh.

Last night as exhausted as I was before bed I applied a teaspoon amount and felt relief. Moisture. As I was looking through my product bins this morning it dawned on me how many moisturizers I have, many of them falsely professing to be a miracle product. After cleansing your face apply a small amount and presto your previously parched skin will perk right up. Bonus: I didn't feel greasy, oily or bogged down by this product. Nice, easy finish.

Miracle Skin Transformer Heal Everything Balm also:

– helps skin recover from sun-induced irritation, cold climates and wind burn.
– helps protect, soothe and moisturize dry skin.
– helps reduce redness and irritation after waxing or shaving.
– helps reduce stinging, irritation and redness due to chaffing, stinging and bug bites.
– helps the skin maintain its own natural defenses against environment assaults.
– helps reduce skin redness caused by weather burns, abrasions, and minor irritations.

Proven effective ingredients

Tamanu Oil: eco-certified ingredient found in the French Polynesian Islands, with anti-inflammatory properties
Blue Mountain Sage Oil: aids dry, irritated skin
Organic Palm, Monoi and Moringa butters: help soothe dry skin after exposure to sun, and harsh elements.
Japanese Licorice root extract – natural hydro cortisone alternative, reduces irritation and soothes skin.
Manuka homey – can fight infection and speed the healing process.

link to buy :
http://www.miracleskintransformer.com/
http://shop.miracleskintransformer.com/products/Miracle-Skin-Transformer-Heal-Everything-Balm.html

Cost: 26.00 / 25 ml

xo Lacee

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Lotion Lab Body Moisturizing Wipes with Cocoa and Shea Butters

October 26, 2012

Lotion Lab Body Moisturizing Wipes with Cocoa and Shea Butters

These great little wipes define convenience and are a steal at 30 for $5.99. Whether you are a socialite headed to Hollywood events, stay at home Mom headed to preschool, or a busy executive headed to the board room simply stash these bad boys in your purse and you are good to go. These towelettes provide just the right amount of needed moisture, hydration and freshening up.

No heavy perfumes or sticky feeling here, the towelettes are hypoallergenic, lightly scented and contain both cocoa and shea butter. Whatever your skin condition may be there is a wipe for you. Lotion Lab line of wipes includes the below two formulas as well:

– Body Moisturizing Wipes with Moroccan Argan Oil (essential fatty acids and proteins)
– Body Moisturizing Wipes – Norwegian Dry Skin Intensive Lotion (rich in Glycerin, Dimethicone and Vitamin E)

Hypoallergenic, ph balanced and effortlessly easy to use a whopping 30 wipes for $5.99 these wipes are a no brainer to scoop up !

xo Lacee

http://globalbeautycare.com/products/with-shea-cocoa-butters/

Cost: $5.99

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fall to winter transition shampoos…

October 24, 2012

Orchid Bliss Shampoo & Conditioner: Utilizes the anti-aging characteristics and mineral richness of the orchid flower to support color retention with a sulfate-free formula while providing strand revitalization and cuticle nutrition all in one.

Orchids, known for their moisturizing properties, fight free radicals, increase hair immunity and reduce the appearance of strand imperfections. Enhanced by the duo's fresh citrus scent, the orchid extract contained in Orchid Bliss Shampoo & Conditioner in addition to natural ingredients like sunflower seed extract, grape seed oil, carrot seed, olive extract, apricot kernel & more restore back the moisture, shine, elasticity and softness to hair that has been damaged from chemical treatments, thermal stress and daily UV exposure.

This orchid complex will instantly fill in the cracks and imperfections in each strand giving a high shine, making hair simply brilliant with UV protection in addition to effortlessly working in conjunction with other styling products to improve texture, repel moisture, while enhancing vibrant color.

Orchid Bliss Shampoo & Conditioner Features & Benefits:

Color Retention: Extra gentle sulfate-free formula
– Sunflower Seed Extract offers natural hair color and UV protection
3X more effect than shampoos with only Vitamin E

Strand Revitalization:

Grape Seed Oil is a rich source of antioxidants
– Ginseng Extract infuses hair with fullness
– Jojoba Oil acts as a moisturizer and improves the hair elasticity

Flax Seed Oil for softness and to contribute to the overall health of the hair
– Avocado Oil for moisture
Cuticle Nutrition

Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
Strengthens hair and builds body
Provides moisture retentive, protective and sealing films
Adds shine, body and manageability
Mitigates damage due to perming, bleaching and hot combing

Carrot Seed contains beta-carotene, which is high in natural antioxidants and Vitamin A
– Olive Fruit is high in antioxidants and Vitamin E with natural moisturizing properties
– Apricot Kernel is high in Vitamins E and B17 as well as omega 6 and 9 fatty acids and has natural softening and moisturizing properties

Color Retention and UV protection
Infuses hair with fullness
Strengthens hair and builds body
Provides natural moisture retentive, protective and sealing capabilities

Moisture balancing
Adds high shine, body and manageability
Mitigates damage due to perming, bleaching and hot combing
Split end mending capabilities
Frizz control
Improves resilience and vigor of hair
Restructuring and smoothing effect
Restores the "cement" between the cuticle cells to strengthen and protect hair
Reinforces the cell membrane

9.5oz Shampoo, $19.50 & 9.5oz Conditioner, $20.50 via fine salons www.whitesandsproducts.com

Based on 55 years of Trichological expertise, Philip Kingsley has launched the Moisture Extreme Shampoo and Conditioner duo. Developed specifically for textured hair, Moisture Extreme provides very coarse hair types nourishment. Created over a number of years, the duo are a first within the Philip Kingsley range to explicitly address the processing, styling and grooming needs of extremely porous hair and tight curls. This hair type is most vulnerable to damage and demands extreme moisture during the cleansing and conditioning process. In line with the styling needs of this hair type, the products can also be used on chemically processed and synthetic hair as well as extensions.

MOISTURE EXTREME SHAMPOO ($22)

§ Provides a fine balance of cleansing performance and mildness

§ Designed to effectively clean the hair and remove all styling and conditioning products without stripping away natural oils

§ Formula contains a gentle detergent derived from Cocoa Butter to cleanse with a slight foaming action, while conditioning agents make hair manageable, easy to comb and leave the cuticle smooth

MOISTURE EXTREME CONDITIONER ($27)

§ Contains a blend of moisturizing ingredients to nourish and repair the hair

§ Formula contains 4 natural oils including Almond, Wheatgerm, Avocado and Babassu which work together to condition the hair from the cortex to the outer layer, injecting intense shine without weighing the hair down

§ Avocado Oil contains essential nutrients and proteins that promote nourishment, while Babassu Oil works as a humectant with anti static properties to leave hair soft and shiny

Philip Kingsley products are available at philipkingsley.com

Joico’s K-Pak Revitaluxe- this product is great because it can be used on all hair types.

K- PAK REVITALUXEK-PAK Revitaluxe Bio Advanced Restorative Treatment repairs and restores damage instantly by reconstructing the hair structure from the inside out.

It offers dramatic cumulative benefits by continuing to correct and protect strands with regular use.

With its unique combination of advanced damage repair plus superior moisture infusion, Revitaluxe instantly transforms overly stressed and compromised strands into luxuriously soft, strong and healthy hair.

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KJAER WEIS: Little Red Lacquered Boxes Embracing Organic Luxury Beauty

October 22, 2012

New York based make-up artist, Kirsten Kjaer Weis recognizes the importance of combining health and beauty without compromising luxury or contemporary design. Kjaer Weis has fulfilled the desire to obtain color cosmetics made with the highest quality, safe, and organic ingredients. The refillable bold metal compacts are encased in unique red lacquered grain textured boxes. The winter season will unlock an inventively new color for the cream blush, lip tint, and eye shadow that is now available for pre-sale!

Cream Blush – Abundance ($54, www.kjaerweis.com) is a plum taupe color that gives the cheeks an iridescent glow.

Abundance is a wintery cream blush, inspired as a modern take on old Hollywood cinema. This blush adds rich color to pale to medium skin tones, and is wonderful as a highlighter on darker skin tones. It blends beautifully on the skin and is the perfect complement to your winter wardrobe.

Lip Tint – Romance ($48, www.kjaerweis.com) is a moisturizing reddish pink tint that gives a fresh face finish. This winter color was inspired as a bright, modern take on the cinematic pop of color added to old Hollywood films. Romance adds a crisp, cold air flush to lips. It has a soothing and moisturizing formula that works wonderfully in cool winter weather, with healing ingredients like Shea Butter that conditions and nourishes.

Eye Shadow – Pretty Purple ($44, www.kjaerweis.com) is a sophisticated purple that fits beautifully into our winter color kit. This subtle purple shadow works well for day, giving a flattering purple finish to eyes. It also creates an amazing evening look- we use this rich purple to add depth and color to a smokey eye that is truly special. Pretty Purple has a smooth, silky finish, and compliments all eye colors.

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Murad’s double punch

October 15, 2012

I generally chalk up being told my skin is "good" to genetics. My grandmother turned 100 a week ago this Sunday (yes 100!) and her skin is still porcelain white. I would be lying if I said I totally abandoned a skincare regimen however. I have tried and tried it all! As a result of my research: the basics work best for me: cleanse, protect (spf), treat (as needed), and moisturize.

Upon receiving my Murad samples I had some initial anxiety related to the cleanser – anything with the label AHA/BHA screams "ABRASIVE!!" and tends to leave my skin irritated and closer to rose than peaches and cream. But, after using these products that fear slipped away.

My recipe consited of:

Cleanser: AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser – $35

http://www.murad.com/aha-bha-exfoliating-cleanser

SPF Day Cream: Perfecting Day Cream Broad Spectrum SPF 30 – $47

http://www.murad.com/perfecting-day-cream

Infused with Salicylic, Lactic and Glycolic Acids the Cleanser: AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser helps to brighten, clarify and improve cell-turnover by dissolving dead skin cell buildup. The package recommended I use this bad boy 2-3 times a week. I want to cheat and use it daily! Alas, I will maintain some shred of self control :)

Next up: Murad's Perfecting Day Cream Spf 30. This moisturizer provides hydration and an spf of 30 to fight against free radical damage. Additionally, essentially fatty acids in the cream provide hydration and soy flour increases skin's elasticity. This cream went on like butter! Usually moisturizers sink in leaving a bit of a residue (ie. oil slick) afterwards. After using this cream my skin felt supple, clean and smooth and a great base to apply before my sheer foundation.

xo Lacee

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