Steal, Moisturizer:
1. Burt Bees Inc.: Radiance Serum: I like serums I started using them about 2 years ago while doing consulting work with a Spa. To me they seem to absorb quicker and thus delivering faster results; and it teaches you to use less product! I Like Burt Bees because it combines science with nature and is 100% natural; and in reference to this product they promise to "Bring out skin's natural radiance by next month" I took that as a personal challenge...I loss...Burt won! good for me though and you. This clinically tested serum combines royal jelly, licorice root extract and glycerin to bring out skin’s natural radiance. These ingredients increase moisturization by 15% in only 2 weeks, while nourishing skin with 134 nutrients including vitamins A, C, D and K, minerals and 17 amino acids. In 4 weeks, you’ll notice your skin becoming more even toned. The result is more radiant beautiful looking skin, naturally. What is "Royal Jelly" I did some research for you, "Royal Jelly is made of nectar, pollen, flower parts, vitamins, minerals, and other natural ingredients. It is a very precious, mysterious substance that honeybees produce and feed to only select young bees, which in turn become mature and fertile queen bees. The queen bee lives 40 times longer than her worker bees."
Dang who wants to be a queen bee now! I do, a Queen Bee with Radiant skin! How to use a serum: After cleansing your skin and patting it dry (no rubbing) take a small bit of serum and gently pat and smooth around mouth, eyes and forehead. ($9-13) LOVES IT!
2. Neutrogena Visibly Even Daily Moisturizer SPF 30: I love products with the SPF so I don't need to apply extra sunscreen (which you need to be wearing on your face and body everyday even when there is no sun out) okay off my soap box! I like this one not only because it protects my skin against UV rays (UVA you be aging; UVB you be burning) but it really does brighten your skin and evens out skin tone. It contains "Essential Soy" which is a natural skin brightener it helps to reduce discoloration and minimize dark spots. And the SPF helps to continue to protect your skin from future dark spots. Visit Target,CVS, And Walgreens. ($10-13) LOVES IT!
3. Olay complete All Day Moisture Lotion SPF 15: This is perfect if you have Sensitive skin! It has a SPF but I would add mines too, it's a lightweight formula thus it absorbs quickly into the skin and protects against environmental damage with Vitamin E. What it doesn't do is irritate the skin with dyes, chemicals and fragrances. Kudos Olay for thinking of us sensitive skin gals! ($7-10)LOVES IT!
Splurge, Moisturizers:
If I do splurge on something this is probably the area I splurge on the most! A girl needs to have a good moisturizer especially with the cold days sneaking up on us.
1. Grassroots Research Labs, Pomegranate Super Anti-oxidant Cream: I stumbled upon this brand a few years ago, while visiting Kohls. They have a few other lines such as Vitamin C (Brightening with SPF 25) and Blue Algea Firming Cream. I tried the Pomegranate because I like the fruit (smiling) and because it contained "Goji Berry" (more research on my part) but it is used as an antioxidant and anti-irritant which is perfect for my skin (don't want to annoy it); and Pomegranate is also known for being an "intensive antioxidant power." This advanced berry-derived hydrating cream works to help protect skin against free radicals that cause the skin to visibly age. The essential oil blend from these berries works to accelerate natural cell turnover, resulting in brighter, softer and more radiant skin. ($32.50)LOVES IT!
2. Kate Somerville, Oil-Free Moisturizer: Are you seeing a trend here I must love this brand LOL..I do and as I mentioned in another blog maybe 3 other blogs I love her moisturizer! Finally and oil-free moisturizer for sensitive and combination to oily skin. I normally have dry skin except some days and months my T-zone is working over time! And when I use Kate's moisturizer it sucks everything right back into place! I usually use this only at nights. As I said before this product line really delivers results and the moisturizer is no different it improves the firmness and elasticity in your skin. "It enhances skin smoothness and reduces fine surface lines, and helps to control and absorb sebum to guarantee oil-free skin. Its innovative, airless pump packaging releases the exact amount necessary, making this product unique." That is the BEST part the packaging no wasting expensive product this Kate has thought of everything! ($65.00) LOVES IT! 3. Stila, Sheer Color tinted Moisturizer SPF 30, Oil Free: I knew when I was going to blog about moisturizers I wanted to include at-least on tinted one and it was hard narrowing them down as I have tried plenty: Laura Mercier, Bobbi Brown,Korres, Jane Iredale the list goes on and on. So why I decided on Stila well, it really is a great moisturizer that is light weight, oil-free and it placed in the 2009 CEW Beauty awards. Second runner up hands down Laura Mercier.
A tinted moisturizer is perfect to have on hand 1. for those who don't really wear foundation it's an easy way to ease your way into it it's light weight and gives you an even skin tone, 2. If you truly want a great moisturizer that is Oil-free this is it; it won't leave you looking greasy at the end of the day, it naturally absorbs oil.
Stila's is also perfect because it not only provides oil-free moisturization but also sun protection and medium coverage, whew and I thought I was multi-tasker. Not to mention they have a wider variety of colors to chose from. This formula contains White Willow Bark which is a natural alternative to salicylic acid it's also a great skin conditioner, White willow bark has also been used to treat fevers,menstrual cramps and headaches (just some extra research I thought I would add as food for thought who says beauty can't be educational). This tinted moisturizer also contains Amino Acids which makes the skin feel smooth and pomegranate extract (which as discussed earlier), is an antioxidant, that soothes your skin and leaves it looking radiant! ($36.00) LOVES IT!
A couple of moisturizers that did not make the list but are super great!!!
Clinique's Moisture Surge I am using it now and it really gives your face some loaded hydration! Feels so good going on and a little goes A LONG way! Moderately priced. Can also use as moisture mask for intensified hydration. ($32.00)
Origin's Make a Difference Ultra Rich Rejuvenating Cream: If you have really really dry skin this provides intense moisture. This quenches the driest skin! ($36.00)
LOVES IT!
A tinted moisturizer is perfect to have on hand 1. for those who don't really wear foundation it's an easy way to ease your way into it it's light weight and gives you an even skin tone, 2. If you truly want a great moisturizer that is Oil-free this is it; it won't leave you looking greasy at the end of the day, it naturally absorbs oil.
Stila's is also perfect because it not only provides oil-free moisturization but also sun protection and medium coverage, whew and I thought I was multi-tasker. Not to mention they have a wider variety of colors to chose from. This formula contains White Willow Bark which is a natural alternative to salicylic acid it's also a great skin conditioner, White willow bark has also been used to treat fevers,menstrual cramps and headaches (just some extra research I thought I would add as food for thought who says beauty can't be educational). This tinted moisturizer also contains Amino Acids which makes the skin feel smooth and pomegranate extract (which as discussed earlier), is an antioxidant, that soothes your skin and leaves it looking radiant! ($36.00) LOVES IT! A couple of moisturizers that did not make the list but are super great!!!
Clinique's Moisture Surge I am using it now and it really gives your face some loaded hydration! Feels so good going on and a little goes A LONG way! Moderately priced. Can also use as moisture mask for intensified hydration. ($32.00)
Origin's Make a Difference Ultra Rich Rejuvenating Cream: If you have really really dry skin this provides intense moisture. This quenches the driest skin! ($36.00)
LOVES IT!
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