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Perfecting your SPF
Looking for the perfect skin protection can sometimes be a little confusing. There are so many products with SPF out there -- how do you choose? Let's break it down by your skincare needs:
Anti-Aging: Kinerase Lotion SPF 30 is recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation and is supposed to help minimize the appearance of fine lines, blotchiness, sun damage, and more. Best of all, it protects you from further sun damage.
Beach Babes: Murad Waterproof Sunblock SPF 30 offers maximum-strength protection from the sun while you're taking a dip in the pool or riding the waves at the beach. Helps defend against premature fine lines and wrinkles.
Sensitive to the Sun: Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Cream SPF 55 PA +++ is a powerful sunscreen for the face that's designed to protect against UVA/UVB rays, which cause sunburns and aging of the skin.
Bronzing Beauties: If you want to tan and protect, try a temporary tan solution. The Murad Firming Bronzer With SPF 15 for Face and Body provides a shimmering bronze finish with an "active firming complex." Bronze up your body with natural ingredients such as rosemary, cornflower, and pomegranate. Also contains UVA/UVB sunscreens for broad-spectrum sun protection.
posted by Krista DeWeese | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (0) | Permanent Link-
BornFree Baby Bottles
Parenting and health groups recently recommended switching from baby bottles made with polycarbonate to bottles made with "safer" plastics. One of the more popular products on the market is the BornFree bottle, made of a new type of honey-colored plastic called Polyamide.
posted by Holly Makris | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (7) | Permanent Link-
Jurlique Makes Citrus Work
"Biodynamic" might not be the first word that comes to mind when you think about skin care. But it's one you'll want to get acquainted with, as it's the driving force behind the dynamite skin care offerings from Jurlique.
The brand uses high-quality, organically grown ingredients (such as black elder and daisy) in its products, with the goal of improving clients' skin in the most natural manner possible. Jurlique's philosophy? "Nature trumps chemistry every time," and it's so true. I found this out for myself when I tried the company's line of citrus products.
I'll admit to being a little apprehensive about trying the Citrus Purifying Mist. My skin, while mostly clear, is super-sensitive. But one spray was all it took to get addicted. Its marshmallow, witch hazel, and aloe vera extracts work to tone, calm (yes, calm!), and clarify the skin. The scent (lemon and tangerine) is so energizing and delicious that it's become a morning staple.
Bookending my morning skin care ritual is the Citrus Silk Finishing Powder . Designed to control oiliness and rebalance the skin, I can feel it tightening my face after I dust it on, and my skin feels smoother and more primed for makeup after I use it. (I prefer using a powder brush to the puff, and it's translucent enough to use as a setting powder, too.) One caveat: I can't speak to its oil control properties, as my skin tends to be drier.
Rounding out the collection is the Citrus Hand Cream. It's thick and rich - so thick and rich that, when I laced my fingers together and stretched my arms over my head a couple minutes after applying it, I couldn't keep my hands from slipping apart. It's sitting on my desk at work - I handle a lot of documents, and a good hand cream is essential for avoiding paper cuts. Plus, the signature citrus scent is the perfect sharp-smelling pick-me-up during midday slumps. - Shana of SheFinds.com
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Bronzing Beauties
What's the perfect way to become a bronzed babe without soaking up the sun?
Facial bronzers and self-tanners for the body are safe and fast ways to get that Brazillian tan without the risk of damaging your skin. There are many to choose from, so finding the right one for your skin can take a little research. Some starters:
For oily and sensitive skin, consider an organic mineral-powder bronzer for the face, such as the Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Faux Tan All-Over Face Color, which looks best when applied with an all-natural Kabuki-style powder brush. For normal or dry skin, try a moisturizing pressed-powder bronzer like the bestseller Terracotta by Guerlain.
Check out our array of self-tanners for the body, including popular brands like Estee Lauder, Clarins, and Shiseido. Self-tanning lotions and creams for the body gradually tint your skin with every application, helping you achieve the perfect shade of tan.
posted by Krista DeWeese | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (1) | Permanent Link-
Aveeno Skin Care Products
My first memory of an Aveeno product was as the one and only thing that made me stop scratching my chicken pox. I was three, and it was kind of gross but kind of wonderful that I was allowed to bathe in oatmeal. Nonetheless, it was a while before I gave the brand the credit it deserves: The products are reasonably priced but feel luxurious, and the trio I've been using has kept my sometimes-oily sometimes-dry skin clear and moisturized. And if I run into some poison sumac this summer, I trust that my oatmeal bath will be ready and waiting.
I've washed my face with Aveeno's Clear Complexion Foaming Cleanser every morning for about a year; it has acne-fighting salicylic acid that staves off occasional breakouts but leaves skin feeling clean, not dry or tight.
I love the summer-evoking botanicals-and-sunscreen scent of the Positively Ageless Lifting & Firming Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 so much that I've been using it as hand lotion as well as a face cream -- the high SPF and creamy formula keep delicate hand and face skin soft and protected.
The Positively Ageless Lifting & Firming Night Cream is super-moisturizing -- it seems to do something overnight that leaves skin more even and smoother. I'm not questioning. - Rebekah of SheFinds.com
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Keep Your Feet Pain-Free
With the new spring shoe trends now in stores, and soon to be on our feet, a girl has to be prepared for some pain. These new trends are definitely hot, but are not very forgiving to our poor little footsies. So should you throw in the towel and resign yourself to wearing Birkenstocks all summer? We hope not. In order to avoid such a major faux-pas, and help you wear the latest styles completely pain-free, SheFinds has put together some solutions for how to make those killer heels not so killer on your feet.
Foot Petals Sole Solutionz are perfect for keeping your feet in place while walking around in mile-high heels. The discreet petals are placed on the interiors of your shoes - you'll never see them, but you'll certainly feel them.
Insolia Inserts are gel-like plastic inserts that make walking in your Manolos a piece of cake. They help distribute your weight more evenly across the bottom of your foot rather than just the ball.
To relieve painful chafing between your shoes and the sides of your feet, try this Blister Elixir. It's known to prevent nasty blisters and other types of shoe irritation.
If it's too late to prevent those blisters, and you need some relief stat, we recommend these nifty little Nexcare Comfort Ultra Fabric Bandages. They offer effective coverage and durable staying power. - Bryn of SheFinds.com
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Maximize your Lashes
One of my best-kept beauty secrets is an elegant pair of false lashes, and my favorite brands are the L'Oreal-owned brand Shu Uemura, Sugar Cosmetics, and Ardell. Nearly every celebrity gal on the red carpet wears false lashes, and when properly applied, they can be hard to spot.
Those too timid to put on false lashes have excellent mascara alternatives. For big and bold runway model lashes, try Dior's Diorshow mascara, which comes with a larger-than-life-sized brush that coats every lash. For super-volumized and long lashes, check out Too Faced Lash Injection mascara by the makers of the popular Lip Injection products that plump up your lips. If natural and full is the look you're longing for, try organic brand Bare Escentuals mascara. Don't forget that swimming season is coming up, and you'll need waterproof mascara formulas that keep your lashes looking great even when wet.
posted by Krista DeWeese | 11.22.09 6:30am | Add a Comment (2) | Permanent Link-
Zeno Acne Treatment
You might have noticed the Zeno at your dermatologist's office. A little smaller than a cell phone, this handheld device is "the new secret weapon in the war against pimples." Apply its biocompatible tip directly on your blemishes. The tip transfers modulated heat to destroy acne-causing bacteria without damaging your skin.
posted by Arnold Chao | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (1) | Permanent Link-
Gal Pal Deodorant Remover
Unsightly deodorant marks on the side of a favorite dress is one of every woman's fashion nightmares. It seemed as if nothing could get rid of those embarrassing white marks; then the wonderful Gal Pal Garment Deodorant Remover was born, and the fear of messing up prom dresses, tank tops, and strapless dresses was over! The remover is a sponge-like pad that quickly and easily removes deodorant stains without leaving wet marks on your clothing. Perfect!
posted by Krista DeWeese | 05.22.09 2:43pm | Add a Comment (2) | Permanent Link-
Waterpik's Dental Care Device
Impress your dentist at your next checkup by routinely using a Waterpik Cordless Dental Water Jet. Proven to be more effective than flossing, this handheld tool sprays water -- or mouthwash -- through its 360-degree rotating tip. It cleans hard-to-reach areas (like between teeth and gums) and packs a power supply that lasts for a week without recharging.
posted by Arnold Chao | 12.3.09 12:52am | Add a Comment (3) | Permanent Link-