free radical damage,hyper pigmentation

Tinted Sun Protection c/o Quintessence, Jan Marini, Philosophy and Abella!

I promised you all (in yesterday’s blog entry) that today I’d share with you a few of my favorite tinted sunscreens. They are all amazing in terms of color, protection and hydration and even have anti-aging nourishing properties as well. These are the...

Posted: Jul 23 2010, 02:42 PM by Karen | with 1 comment(s)

Filed under: Jan Marini, Sensitive Skin, Moisturizers, Skincare, Philosophy, Moisturizing, Peels, sun-damaged, foundation, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, sunscreen, skin care products, moisturizer, bronzer, uv protection, sun spots, complexion, moisture, skin tone, free radical damage, anti-oxidant, antioxidants, scientific skincare, sun, concealer, concealor, makeup, sun protection, beach baby, suntan, self tanning products, self tanners, skin care categories, skin repair, easy skincare, pore minimizing, firming, sunburn, summer beauty, hyper pigmentation, discoloration, flawless skin, Jan Marini Daily Face SPF SunKissed Sand spf30, Basic skincare, precious oils, bronzers, anti-oxidants, Jan Marini Daily Face SPF 30 Sun Kissed Sand, Abella ColorShade SPF30 + Medium, Philosophy Shelter Tinted SPF 30, Quintessence Sunshade SPF 30 Medium Tint

Emu Oil is Excellent...and it's found in Dr. Dennis Gross All In One Tinted Moisturizer SPF15!

The only thing I love more than a skin care multi-tasker is a skincare multi-tasker with Emu oil! Emu oil’s benefits have long been known throughout the world for many ailments including skin conditions. It has been shown to reduce fine lines and wrinkles...

Posted: Jul 06 2010, 07:51 PM by Karen | with no comments

Renew, Regenerate and Hydrate with PTR Retinol Fusion PM!

With all the latest chat on our blog and other beauty networks lately about retinoids, vitamin A, carrot seed oil and the like, I decided to tell you about one of my top notch retinol skin care picks. Peter Thomas Roth offers a potent retinol serum which...

Posted: Jun 09 2010, 09:49 AM by Karen | with 1 comment(s)

Eye do Believe in CosMedix! Brilliant Brand!!

I am so seriously sold on a new brand I stumbled onto recently called CosMedix . I think I’m impressed because of the obvious science it bases its formulas on. It’s very clinical in that it takes into consideration pharmacology and chemistry, yet is plant...

Posted: May 03 2010, 03:07 PM by Karen | with 5 comment(s)

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: Fragrance, Dark Circles, Acne, Skincare, Moisturizing, 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

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

Alchimie Forever Diode 1 Plus Diode 2 Age Defying Serums are a Face Saving Grace!

I’ve wanted Alchimie Forever Diode 1 Plus Diode 2 Age Defying Serums forever but didn’t feel like I should pony up the 95 bucks considering I usually only have a couple of hundred dollars each month for fun and extras. But before I knew it I succumbed...

Posted: Apr 22 2010, 10:51 AM by Karen | with no comments

PCA SKIN pHaze 9 Purifying Mask is Phenomenal!

I’m leaving tonight for Utah and I wanted to look especially good for my trip so I pondered what treatment to give myself. I came to the conclusion that my best options for quick beauty would be a mask. I wanted a mask that would brighten up my dull skin...

Posted: Apr 16 2010, 01:38 PM by Karen | with no comments

TNS Essential Serum = Youthful Bliss!

I always forget about how much I love SkinMedica’s TNS Recovery Complex until I see this rep for SkinMedica and his incredible skin. I only see him about two times a year and every time I do I pony up the dough for the amazing serum. Then I seem to get...

Posted: Mar 31 2010, 10:18 AM by Karen | with no comments

Picture Perfect Face with Colorescience Make-up!

Has anyone tried Colorescience PRO Sheer Crème Foundation ? I have it in California Girl and I’m so crazy in love with it. And believe me, I never thought I’d actually hear myself say, I’m in love with a foundation! But this make-up is truly amazing....

Posted: Mar 30 2010, 05:26 PM by Karen | with 1 comment(s)

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

HydroPeptide Moisturize Anti-Wrinkle Skin Firming Hydrator Does it All!!

Wouldn’t it be nice to have a moisturizer/(you’re supposed to enunciate each slash…lol) anti-aging/stretch mark/scarring/discoloration/ treatment in one convenient bottle or jar? How about adding the science of peptides and antioxidants and infusing it...

Posted: Feb 25 2010, 08:41 AM by Karen | with no comments

After a lot of thought…Dermalogica is still Numero Uno with me!

Being a skincare expert for over 25 years I’m often asked what is the best skincare brand I’ve ever used both personally and professionally. The problem with that question is oftentimes there are too many variables to answer with just one brand. What...

Posted: Dec 04 2009, 02:51 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Online Shopping, Wrinkles, Acne, Sensitive Skin, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Glycolic Acid, Blackheads, Exfoliation, Hydroxy Acid. Lactic Acid, Peels, Skincare Regimen, spa, night cream, sun-damaged, deep creases, deep wrinkles, cosmetics, beauty, skin care, anti-aging, men's skincare, skin care products, cleansing cream, wrinkle filler, Shea butter, spf15, sun spots, complexion, clear skin, skin tone, free radical damage, instant face lift, anti-oxidant, beauty tools, antioxidants, vitamin C, scientific skincare, makeover, make-over, wrinkle reduction, makeup, sets, clarifying, blemishes, sebum, cleansers, pimples, scrubs, age spots, sun protection, Skincare for Men, shea butter dry skin, makeup remover, hyaluronic acid, naso-labial folds, neck firming cream, travel kits, eye brightener, serums, concentrates, skin care categories, beauty tips, skin repair, treatment serum, easy skincare, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, pores, treatment mask, oil mattifiers, large pores, lavender, body products, firming, multi-tasking skincare, aromatherapy, firming masks, hyper pigmentation, brightening skin products, hyperpigmentation, whitening skin, Eye products, flawless skin, essential oils, perimenopause, menopause, regimens for all skin types, Dermalogica, t-zone, Precleanse, Dermalogica Essential Cleansing Solution, AGE Smart Antioxidant Hydramist, Dermalogica AGE Smart Multivitamin Power Firm, AGE Smart Power Rich, ChromaWhite TRx Brightening Regimen, Daily Microfoliant, MediBac Clearing Adult Acne Treatment Kit, Multi Active Toner

Feelin' Like a California Girl Today!! Thanks to Colorescience!

Nothing can make your day quite like a SkinStore.com delivery! I always love when I hear this hard bang on my door followed by a door bell ring because I then know it’s a package delivered. And every time I hear that wonderful sound, I go open my door...

Posted: Dec 03 2009, 03:19 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Acne, Sensitive Skin, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Colorescience, spa, sun-damaged, foundation, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, mineral makeup, skin care, sunscreen, skin care products, wrinkle filler, sun spots, complexion, clear skin, skin tone, free radical damage, instant face lift, antioxidants, makeover, make-over, wrinkle reduction, concealer, concealor, makeup bag, makeup, lipstick, kits, blemishes, age spots, sun protection, broken capillaries, lip plumper, lip gloss, lips, lip stain, Colorescience Box of Chocolates Lip Glaze, natural products, Colorescience Skin Perfecting Kit, suntan, self tanning products, self tanners, skin care categories, skin repair, easy skincare, skincare guides, Colorescience Lip Polish Wand, pore minimizing, oil mattifiers, large pores, oil busters, multi-tasking skincare, hyper pigmentation, brightening skin products, hyperpigmentation, Kabuki Brush, makeup brushes, Lips Kit, Colorescience Creme de la Creme Foundation Primer, flawless skin, regimens for all skin types, couperose

Elizabeth Arden…My Royal Regimen! Part 3!

I told you I would reveal my incredible Elizabeth Arden regimen and here it is... Cleanser: Elizabeth Arden 2 in 1 Cleanser from the Basic Skincare Line . For those of you who know me…I like to find the best cleanser that doesn’t dry out my already dry...

Posted: Nov 23 2009, 10:06 PM by Karen | with no comments

Filed under: Fragrance, Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Sensitive Skin, Moisturizers, Dry Skin, Skincare, Moisturizing, Oily Skin, Exfoliation, Hydroxy Acid. Lactic Acid, Peels, spa, night cream, sun-damaged, foundation, cosmetics, make-up, beauty, mineral makeup, skin care, anti-aging, puffiness, men's skincare, skin care products, cleansing cream, wrinkle filler, Shea butter, spf15, uv protection, sun spots, complexion, skin tone, free radical damage, instant face lift, anti-oxidant, facelift, Tightening Serum, antioxidants, scientific skincare, makeover, make-over, perfume, wrinkle reduction, collagen, retinol, makeup, ampoules, scent, pimples, age spots, sun protection, puffy eyes, Skincare for Men, shea butter dry skin, makeup remover, lips, Elizabeth Arden Red Door Gift Set, naso-labial folds, Eye Makeup Remover, Eye Puffiness, eye brightener, serums, concentrates, skin care categories, beauty tips, skin repair, treatment serum, serum, skin care specific to men, skincare guides, pore cleansing, pore minimizing, pores, treatment mask, large pores, body products, firming, parfum, Elizabeth Arden Pretty, masques, hyper pigmentation, brightening skin products, plumper, Elizabeth Arden Pure Finish Mineral Powder Foundation, Eye products, flawless skin, perimenopause, menopause, toilette spray, Red Door, Elizabeth Arden, targeted skincare treatments, regimens for all skin types, topical C, Elizabeth Arden Green Tea Body Butter, Green Tea, ceramides, Pretty, Intevene, Elizabeth Arden Products, Basic skincare, Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Gold Ultra Lift and Strengthening Eye Capsules, Elizabeth Arden Intervene Pause and Effect Moisture Lotion SPF15, Elizabeth Arden Overnight Success Skin Renewal Serum, Good Nights Sleep Restoring Cream, Elizabeth Arden Ceramide Plump Perfect Targeted Line Concentrate

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