Monthly Archives: May 2012

Product Review: Eyliplex-2 Eye Lift + Circle Reducer

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Every once in a while, a product comes along that just looks so cool, you know it’s going to be a hit. That’s the case with Eyliplex-2 Eye Lift + Circle Reducer ($34.99 on sale, Kohl’s.com). Complete with side-by-side jars for day and night creams, your eyes never have an excuse to be without treatment. But how effective is Eyliplex-2 Eye Lift + Circle Reducer? The product seems to be loaded with lots of ingredients — nearly 100 between the two formulations — and both have a low concentration of firming... read more

Product Review: Good Skin All Bright Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 30

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  If you pick up one thing in Kohl’s Beauty Department, make it All Bright Moisturizing Sunscreen SPF 30 ($12.00, Kohl’s.com).  The sunscreen brightens the skin with glucosamine, and is one of the cheapest sources of vitamin C & vitamin E (one of my favorite combinations!), firming peptides, and effective sun protection out there.  As an added bonus, the product is highly portable, and I love it as a hand cream.  To learn more about the research behind the product’s ingredients, read on. Glucosamine Glucosamine... read more

Quick Question: What Can I Use When My Skin Reacts to Idebenone?

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The Concern Dear Nicki, I have been using idebenone for the past two weeks. Unfortunately, I have noticed that my skin has been getting red and irritated, but I want a superior antioxidant treatment. Can you recommend some for me? -R The response Ahh, yes, irritation from idebenone. This is not at all uncommon – I experienced it a few years ago myself, and have read about some other customers getting a similar reaction. However, before I go any further, I just want to remind you that I am not a dermatologist or physician yet, only... read more

Product Review: Snapple Antioxidant Water

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Sometimes, a girl can only drink so much Gatorade. That’s why I was excited as an avid runner (and skin care enthusiast, in case you haven’t noticed ) to discover Snapple Antioxidant Water. Available in seven tasty flavors, the water includes antioxidants, vitamins, and electrolytes to replenish the body after a workout and – yes – help the skin. Does water really have benefit for your skin? According to Dr. David Bank, author of Beautiful Skin, the answer is yes. According to Bank, you should drink at least eight,... read more

This Just In: Bath and Body Works’ Newest Scent!

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Looking for a fresh new fragrance this spring? If you love a rich, yet sweet floral, I highly recommend Bath and Body Works’ new Blushing Cherry Blossom ($11.00 for the body cream, BathandBodyWorks.com). Don’t be expecting a fragrance with just fruity notes or cherries. In fact, the fragrance reminds me of a sweet, musky floral more than anything else. According to the Bath and Body Works website, the fragrance top notes are: Mandarin, Leafy Green Accord, Sparkling Quince, Lush Berries, and Fresh Melon. The mid notes are:... read more

Product Review: Kate Somerville ExfoliKate

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Are you equipped with sensitive skin but desirous of your tough-skinned friend’s post-exfoliated glow? Ah, join the club. After a recent bout with self-induced contact dermatitis (I try too many products, what can I say!), I recovered and stumbled upon Kate Somerville ExfoliKate ($85.00, Amazon.com). Filled with gentle fruit enzymes and hydrating lactic acid, I think this sensitive skinned-girl has met her match. For more analysis, read on. Papaya fruit enzymes Papaya fruit enzymes are not new to medicine: a 1999 study in... read more

Product Review: John Frieda Sheer Blonde and Brilliant Brunette Lustrous Touch Shampoos and Conditioners

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Occasionally, products come along that just make your life a little better. John Frieda Lustrous Touch Shampoos and Conditioners ($5.99-6.49, Drugstore.com) are such products. The new Lustrous Touch collection designed for blondes strengthens the hair from the inside out, while the brunette collection smooths the hair so it shines like silk. So how well do the products measure up to FutureDerm analysis? Read on to find out… Excellent ingredients John Frieda Sheer Blonde Lustrous Touch Shampoo and Conditioner ($5.99, Drugstore.com)... read more

Just in Time for Summer: Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Age Shield SPF 30 Hand Cream

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Every once in a while, a product comes along that just makes your life a little easier. Right now, that product is Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Age Shield SPF 30 Hand Cream ($9.79, Drugstore.com). While the name is certainly a handful, the product is the same famous Norwegian formulation, plus Helioplex TM, in an easy-to-carry, affordable package. I love it! How effective is the product? Think hydration. The main ingredients in Neutrogena Norwegian Formula Age Shield SPF 30 Hand Cream are almost all major humectants that seal in moisture... read more