My favorite skin care brands that I’ve used (or still use) personally are typically ones that I used professionally in the past. This is usually because I was thoroughly trained via classes and seminars put on by the brands themselves, attended aesthetic conferences with workshops, or simply taught by...

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 I’ve found is that usually the person asking the question...

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 access. But a couple of weeks ago I have to say I...

There are only a couple of things that could steer me from finishing a series or knocking it out of sequence. And that would have to be the sale of the century. If you like Deal or No Deal just check out the savings on Perricone MD going on right now at SkinStore.com ! You will definitely choose the...

Have any of you ever tried Decleor Aromessence ? I’m in love with Decleor Aromessence Essential Balm . It’s a 911 must-have when your skin is extremely dehydrated or used before bed as an incredible night cream. I love it when I’ve gotten a little too much sun or I’ve been exposed to any drying elements...

This Sunday (the day after the Fourth of July) I was laying in bed with the worst headache and felt just awful. I even looked worse than I felt! To be honest, it was overindulgence of food and drink (well more accurately just the drink part). And to make it even worse it was a mixture of red wine with...

Today I had a question in my forums about why serums are special and why they are different from creams. I would imagine all of us would like to know if they’re worth adding to our daily regimen. My best understanding of skincare treatment serum is basically this: Serums today are usually formulated...

Pevonia o2ptimal C Complex Concentrate This little gem delivers vitamin C and hyaluronic acid to brighten and correct photo damage and hydrates beautifully. Your skin will glow! Pevonia Timeless Serum Contains caviar and just like it sounds is a first class, first line of defense and repair for anti...

So today we explore the best of self tanning products. Self tanners are of the utmost importance when it comes to a product being top-notch. There is nothing worse than a bad self tan. Not even a “bad hair day” compares to the embarrassment of a “bad tan day.” It is so nice to be a golden bronze color...

I thought I was done with my 5 star series but I keep finding myself wanting to find out more and more about top notch product types. For instance, I’ve pondered which eye creams and serums are 5 star and which self tanning products are best. I know what I consider the crème de la creme but its extra...