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The Secret Ingredient That Makes These Products Exceptional

The best thing about having banked so many years in the beauty industry is the banked amount of product knowledge I’ve deposited in my brain. Product knowledge is key for anyone who writes about beauty and skin care products, but even more importantly...

Posted: Mar 08 2012, 11:32 AM by Karen | with 1 comment(s)

Filed under: bruising, beauty tips, circulation, ingredients, anti-inflammatory, Astara Botanical Eye Treatment, Murad Exfoliating Acne Treatment Gel, beauty secrets, aching feet, L'occitane Shea Butter Foot Treatment, Arnica

Reflexology and lymphatic drainage for beauty!

Reflexology and lymphatic drainage are key for attaining healthful beauty. When pressure is placed on particular reflex points of the face, the results are not only relaxing but improve circulation, thus stimulating revitalization. Lymphatic drainage...

Posted: Aug 24 2010, 12:01 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: skin care, cleansers, lymphatic drainage, circulation, masques, mature skin, Red Flower Therapeutic Skincare Lymphatic Phytopower Sea Wrap Cleanser and Masque, www.beauty.com, reflexology, Red Flower

Moor mud please!! Black for Dramatic Beauty! The Beauty Ingredients Snob...part 3!

Today we step away from the academic side of the Beauty Ingredients Snob series to talk about straight up beauty. Today is all about beauty, drama and more beauty! Well I suppose that’s not entirely true because I suppose the ingredients in these products...

Posted: Apr 27 2010, 02:42 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Filed under: Skincare Regimen, oxygenating, spa, sun-damaged, hydro-thermal, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, skin care products, moisturizer, sun spots, complexion, skin tone, free radical damage, instant face lift, antioxidants, scientific skincare, wrinkle reduction, sets, scent, clarifying, blemishes, detoxifying, age spots, sun protection, bruising, natural products, cellulite treatment, Eye Puffiness, eye brightener, skin care categories, beauty tips, treatment serum, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, mask, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, masque, treatment mask, body products, circulation, firming, multi-tasking skincare, parfum, holistic skin care, firming masks, masques, hyper pigmentation, discoloration, Eye products, cellulite reduction, body firming, essential oils, redness, t-zone, Dead Sea Minerals, instant gratification, Kerstin Florian, mood lifting, Kerstin Florian Uplifting Experience Kit, massage therapy, black pepper, ingredients, beauty ingredients, black mud, black currant, black orchid, Fragrance, Dark Circles, Acne, Skincare, Moisturizing

The Beauty Ingredients Snob! Part One!

One of the main reasons I consider myself an expert in skincare is because I always want to know the “x” factor. I want to know why products work. And simply put the “x” factor is the active ingredient(s) within the product themselves. Think of back in...

Posted: Apr 23 2010, 03:09 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Vitamin K, Lashes, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Exfoliation, Hydroxy Acid, Skincare Regimen, B3, Niacin, Vitamin B, B-Complex, oxygenating, sun-damaged, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, men's skincare, sunscreen, skin care products, uv protection, complexion, clear skin, skin tone, natural brands, tooth whitening, free radical damage, CoffeeBerry, instant face lift, anti-oxidant, Tightening Serum, ferulic acid, antioxidants, vitamin C, CE Ferulic, scientific skincare, makeover, make-over, wrinkle reduction, collagen, retinol, ampoules, gorgeous hair, clarifying, detoxifying, sun protection, broken capillaries, Skincare for Men, bruises, hair care, Pomegranate, pH of hair and skin, healthy scalp, blueberries, scalp treatments, Rosebud, serums, concentrates, skin care categories, malic acid, skin repair, easy skincare, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, pore minimizing, large pores, lymphatic drainage, body products, circulation, firming, multi-tasking skincare, holistic skin care, aromatherapy, hyper pigmentation, whitening skin, discoloration, flawless skin, essential oils, plant extracts, hormonal hair loss, menopause, targeted skincare treatments, vitamin C serum, topical C, redness, Green Tea, Basic skincare, lip plumpers, precious oils, peptides, cocoa extract, black pepper, grapeseed, sagging skin, collagen production, ingredients, beauty ingredients

Decleor Makes You Light On Your Feet!

You know how some days you sort of feel the gravity of the world pulls you down more than other days? Like your body and particularly your legs feel extra heavy? And then other days you may feel light as a feather and have much more energy? That to me...

Posted: Apr 21 2010, 01:03 PM by Karen | with no comments

Gorgeous Feet in Spring Sandals Thanks to Bliss, Barielle, Glytone and Z.Bigatti!

Lately I’ve been getting quite a few questions and remarks about dry, cracked heels and feet. So today I decided to write about a few products that work best for this condition. Considering the fact that I’ve suffered with dry, cracked heels and feet...

Posted: Mar 26 2010, 10:36 AM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Glycolic Acid, Exfoliation, foot cream, sun-damaged, beauty, skin care, skin care products, Bliss, Shea butter, skin tone, beauty tools, scientific skincare, makeover, pedicure, sore feet, foot care, callus, dry cracked heels, Softening sock salve, l'occitane shea butter exfoliating foot care, Bliss Softening Socks, callus remover, pedicures, clarifying, scrubs, shea butter exfoliating foot care, beach baby, body cream, body lotion, Z. Bigatti, polish, skin care categories, skin repair, body products, circulation, summer beauty, flawless skin, essential oils, Kerstin Florian, bath and body products, Kerstin Florian Krauter Chamomile Body Lotion, Barielle, Barielle Total Foot Care Cream, massage oils, Glytone, spring colors, Z. Bigatti Re-Storation Footlights Foot Treatment

PTR Unwrinkle...Really does unwrinkle!!

Yesterday Gina wrote about DDF and how it and some of the long time favorite brands diffuse stronger more aggressive cutting edge technology into some of their anti-aging (and many other issues for that matter) products. It reminded me of Peter Thomas...

Posted: Mar 24 2010, 10:23 AM by Karen | with 1 comment(s)

Filed under: Wrinkles, Peter Thomas Roth, Acne, DDF, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Glycolic Acid, Exfoliation, sun-damaged, deep creases, deep wrinkles, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, men's skincare, skin care products, moisturizer, wrinkle filler, complexion, clear skin, skin tone, free radical damage, instant face lift, anti-oxidant, scientific skincare, make-over, wrinkle reduction, collagen, retinol, kits, clarifying, Skincare for Men, serums, skin care categories, skin repair, serum, easy skincare, skin care specific to men, pore minimizing, large pores, circulation, firming, multi-tasking skincare, hyper pigmentation, brightening skin products, Peter Thomas Roth Unwrinkle Night Cream, flawless skin, Great skincare deals, targeted skincare treatments, Basic skincare, peptides, PTR, UnWrinkle: DDF, Mesoinjection Healthy Cell Serum

Massage MakeOver with Aromatherapy Associates, Pevonia and Nuxe!

After answering today’s forums I realized I had never written about the benefits of therapeutic massage. My favorite skin care websites sell lots of great spa quality massage oils so it dawned on me to write a little bit about massage as well as share...

Posted: Jan 26 2010, 02:34 PM by Karen | with 1 comment(s)

Filed under: Fragrance, Stretch Marks, L'Occitane, Skincare, Moisturizing, spa, sun-damaged, beauty, skin care, men's skincare, skin care products, skin tone, natural brands, Tightening Serum, make-over, sore feet, scent, detoxifying, orange blossom, Skincare for Men, scalp treatments, Plumeria, Vanilla, breast firming, cellulite treatment, skin care categories, Pevonia Botanicals, skin care specific to men, lymphatic drainage, body products, circulation, firming, holistic skin care, aromatherapy, Nuxe, cellulite reduction, body firming, essential oils, plant extracts, cellulite, firming body lotions, Nuxe Paris, gifts under 50 bucks, Kerstin Florian, Aromatherapy Associates, mood lifting, bath and body products, sore muscles, relaxation, geranium, massage, massage therapy, Pevonia Micro Emulsion Massage Oil Anti-Stress, massage oils, ylang ylang, Aromatherapy Associates Enrich Massage and Body Oil, Nuxe Tonific Minceur Body Contouring Massage Oil

Aromatherapy Associates gets an A+!

Lately, you've probably noticed how incredibly into aromatherapy I've been. I keep writing about it because I'm so impressed with it. I remember back when it was kind of poo-poo'd within the industry or at least within the population as...

Posted: Dec 08 2009, 08:55 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Elizabeth Arden...Shining lines within a Stellar Brand!

I’m always preaching about how it’s ok to choose products from different lines to design the perfect regimen. However, that’s because I rarely find a complete regimen that covers all one’s individual needs effectively and entirely. Additionally, I have...

Posted: Nov 19 2009, 08:16 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Great Gifts, Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Acne, Sensitive Skin, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Exfoliation, spa, sun-damaged, deep creases, deep wrinkles, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, mineral makeup, skin care, anti-aging, skin care products, wrinkle filler, uv protection, soap, complexion, cleanser, clear skin, skin tone, anti-oxidant, Tightening Serum, beauty tools, antioxidants, scientific skincare, makeover, make-over, wrinkle reduction, dry cracked heels, concealer, makeup application, concealor, makeup, lipstick, cosmetic bags, kits, scent, blemishes, scrubs, age spots, sun protection, puffy eyes, Skincare for Men, lip gloss, body lotion, finishing powder, lips, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Gift Set, body creams, easy skincare searches, Eye Makeup Remover, Eye Puffiness, eye brightener, body polish, skin care categories, beauty tips, skin repair, easy skincare, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, large pores, body products, circulation, firming, parfum, Elizabeth Arden Pretty, aromatherapy, discoloration, Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation, Eye products, frangrance, body firming, flawless skin, plant extracts, perimenopause, Red Door, Elizabeth Arden, Green Tea, ceramides, eight hour cream, Pretty, Intevene, Elizabeth Arden Products, Basic skincare

Elizabeth Arden's Green Tea Party and Best Friends!

Yesterday I wrote about RoC and Ahava brands. I was basically sharing with you why I loved these brands, which products I'm crazy about within the brands and lastly share with you the incredible value of them. But today I got a comment from a reader...

Posted: Nov 10 2009, 05:41 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Fragrance, Body Acne, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Blackheads, Exfoliation, Peels, spa, foot cream, sun-damaged, beauty, anti-aging, moisturizer, complexion, cleanser, clear skin, moisture, skin tone, anti-oxidant, makeover, make-over, sore feet, foot care, body wash, dry cracked heels, bridesmaid gifts, scent, clarifying, blemishes, scrubs, body cream, body lotion, body wrap, body wraps, polish, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Gift Set, body creams, neck firming cream, body scrub, body peel, body polish, beauty tips, skin repair, lymphatic drainage, body products, circulation, firming, Elizabeth Arden Pretty, aromatherapy, firming masks, masques, brightening skin products, All Over Wash, body firming, flawless skin, deals and steals, essential oils, firming body lotions, gifts under 50 bucks, Red Door, Elizabeth Arden, targeted skincare treatments, Dead Sea Minerals, Ahava, Ahava Products, Mineral Bath and Body Collection, RoC, Pure Spa, Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Body Butter

RoC On and Ahava Spa Day!

One of my favorite brands for Anti-Aging is RoC ! Roc products are affordable and have quality results-oriented ingredients and technology. Roc has been devoted to skincare and anti-aging since its founding in France in 1957. For tightening and firming...

Posted: Nov 09 2009, 07:50 PM by Karen | with 3 comment(s)

Filed under: Great Gifts, Online Shopping, Fragrance, Wrinkles, Body Acne, Sensitive Skin, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Exfoliation, Skincare Regimen, spa, foot cream, sun-damaged, make-up, beauty, mineral makeup, skin care, anti-aging, men's skincare, skin care products, moisturizer, wrinkle filler, clear skin, moisture, skin tone, instant face lift, facelift, Tightening Serum, scientific skincare, make-over, wrinkle reduction, pedicure, foot care, body wash, callus, dry cracked heels, pedicures, bridesmaid gifts, gifts, sets, body odor, scent, scrubs, age spots, Skincare for Men, body cream, body lotion, body creams, naso-labial folds, neck firming cream, body scrub, travel kits, body polish, serums, concentrates, skin repair, treatment serum, treatment mask, body products, circulation, firming, aromatherapy, firming masks, brightening skin products, All Over Wash, body firming, flawless skin, Great skincare deals, great deals, essential oils, gifts under 50 bucks, Dead Sea Minerals, RoC Firming Complete Lifting Serum, RoC Anti-aging, Ahava, Ahava Products, Mineral Bath and Body Collection, RoC

Superior Serums! Revale’Skin and Obagi…Hand’s down!

For Anti-Aging the super serum would have to be REVALESKIN Intense Recovery Treatment . Pricey but well worth it. You’re going to get your money’s worth and you’ll likely feel it’s the best purchase you’ve ever made when it comes to beauty! It’s 5 star...

Posted: Oct 30 2009, 12:47 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Sensitive Skin, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Exfoliation, Prevage, Skincare Regimen, acai berry, Vitamin B, sun-damaged, deep creases, deep wrinkles, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, men's skincare, skin care products, uv protection, complexion, clear skin, skin tone, free radical damage, CoffeeBerry, Priori, instant face lift, anti-oxidant, Tightening Serum, beauty tools, antioxidants, vitamin C, CE Ferulic, scientific skincare, make-over, wrinkle reduction, collagen, ampoules, clarifying, blemishes, pimples, liver spots, age spots, sun protection, broken capillaries, Skincare for Men, naso-labial folds, rosacea, Obagi, concentrates, skin care categories, beauty tips, skin repair, treatment serum, serum, easy skincare, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, pore minimizing, pores, large pores, circulation, firming, multi-tasking skincare, hyper pigmentation, brightening skin products, hyperpigmentation, discoloration, plumper, Murad Intensive Wrinkle Reducer, flawless skin, Firming Neck Therapy, plant extracts, targeted skincare treatments, regimens for all skin types, REVALESKIN Intense Recovery Treatment, RevaleSkin, vitamin C serum, topical C, Obagi Professional C Serum 20%

Look Day Spa Gorgeous in Three Minutes with Z. Bigatti!

I think I can speak for most women when I say for the most part we like sex to last longer than three minutes; however, when it comes to beauty treatments three minutes is a dream come true! There aren’t many you can apply and remove in three minutes...

Posted: Oct 23 2009, 04:14 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Acne, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Salicylic Acid, Blackheads, Exfoliation, Hydroxy Acid. Lactic Acid, Peels, Skincare Regimen, night cream, sun-damaged, deep creases, deep wrinkles, cosmetics, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, men's skincare, skin care products, wrinkle filler, complexion, clear skin, moisture, skin tone, instant face lift, facelift, Tightening Serum, antioxidants, scientific skincare, makeover, make-over, wrinkle reduction, collagen, clarifying, blemishes, sebum, cleansers, pimples, scrubs, age spots, broken capillaries, eyes, Z. Bigatti, Restoration Cream, polish, lips, naso-labial folds, customer ratings, neck firming cream, eye brightener, serums, concentrates, skin care categories, beauty tips, skin repair, chemical peels, mask, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, masque, pores, treatment mask, body products, circulation, firming, multi-tasking skincare, firming masks, masques, brightening skin products, whitening skin, discoloration, Eye products, flawless skin, Firming Neck Therapy, Z. Bigatti Restoration Cream

H2o Plus is a plus for us!

I rarely buy products because of their names or packaging. Well maybe I’m a slight sucker for packaging! LOL Especially if it’s perfume but that makes sense to me. After all perfume is often placed on dressers or bathroom counters for display and easy...

Posted: Oct 20 2009, 01:58 PM by Karen | with 2 comment(s)

Filed under: Fragrance, Wrinkles, Eyelids, Sensitive Skin, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Blackheads, spa, night cream, sun-damaged, cosmetics, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, puffiness, men's skincare, skin care products, soap, complexion, clear skin, moisture, anti-oxidant, scientific skincare, makeover, make-over, hair, wrinkle reduction, collagen, H2O Plus Lemon Lust Shower and Bath Gel, body wash, scent, blemishes, pimples, scrubs, age spots, eyes, Skincare for Men, body lotion, body creams, hyaluronic acid, lip balm, H2O Plus Milk Shampoo, Eye Puffiness, eye brightener, skin care categories, beauty tips, skin repair, H2O Plus Sea Mineral Mud Mask, easy skincare, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, H2O Plus Mariel Eau de Parfum, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, treatment mask, large pores, body products, circulation, H2O Plus Marine Toner, multi-tasking skincare, aromatherapy, All Over Wash, Eye products, Great skincare deals, great deals, H2o Plus Eye Oasis Moisture Replenishment Treatment, H2o Plus Natural Spring Moisture Boosting Body Balm

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