11 Winter Beauty Products Every Person Needs

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Oh, winter.  Now that the holidays are over and the trees are [starting to be] put away, there’s not much to distract us.  Instead of noticing twinkling Christmas lights, I’m finding dry skin and patchy redness emblazoned by harsh incandescent overheads.  Luckily, there’s hope for me and similar-minded folk, as there are eleven products that will help us all make it through: 1.)  Clinique Superbalm ($13.00, Amazon.com) Besides I love it, I swear by it, I can’t live without it, there’s not much else to say... read more

Does a Tinted Moisturizer Provide More Sun Protection?

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Thanks to requests from several readers, the FutureDerm daily question is back! Here is today’s question: Dear Nicki, Does a tinted moisturizer provide more SPF than a non-tinted moisturizer? Sincerely, Sandra Dear Sandra, Honestly, yes, but the amount of sun protection gained is trivial.  The reason for the increase is that darker pigments will always absorb light somewhat.  This is why, for instance, those of African descent may have a natural SPF of up to 15 in their skin (The Journal of Steroid Biochemistry and Molecular Biology,... read more

Lauren Krowl: How a Lack of Sleep Damages Your Stem Cells – and What You Can Do About It

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About the author:  Lauren Krowl graduated from the University of Colorado where she studied Integrative Physiology. She has worked on a variety of research projects including the Human Behavior Project at CU and clinical trials at Coram Specialty Infusion. She is currently a second-year medical student aspiring to specialize in dermatology. Lauren enjoys hiking, snowboarding, playing tennis, and motivating people to embrace a healthy lifestyle by being active and choosing nutrient-dense foods.  Mom was right, again. Remember how she... read more

Incredible for Oily Skin: Boscia Detoxifying Black Cleanser

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If there’s one word that’s on everyone’s lips at the start of a new year, it’s “detox.”  From our diets to our closets, it seems people everywhere can’t get enough of a fresh start.  So it’s no wonder that Boscia just released their new Boscia Detoxifying Black Cleanser ($28.00).  It’s definitely a potent one, with what I estimate to be approximately 1% glycolic acid and charcoal extract.  Here’s why I recommend it primarily for oily and acne-prone skin: Charcoal For hundreds of... read more

My New Obsession: Fresh Sugar Advanced Therapy Lip Balm

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Happy 2012!  To kick off this year, I thought I’d start out with one of the season’s hottest launches, Fresh Sugar Advanced Therapy Lip Balm ($25.00).  The balm is one of the most advanced of its kind, with a whopping eight different kinds of hydrating oils.  Leading the pack is jojoba oil, which Native Americans have used to protect skin against the elements for thousands of years.  Jojoba oil forms a lipid layer on the skin that is partially absorbed by the skin, granting both protective and softening effects (Gale... read more

Likewise Facial Moisturizer Plus Sun Protectant SPF 50 for Normal to Oily Skin Review

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In the harsh Pittsburgh winter, I often find myself needing to layer a moisturizer under my usual sunscreen.  Luckily, a company recently sent me Likewise Facial Moisturizer Plus Sun Protectant for Normal to Dry Skin ($34.99) for possible review.   The moisturizer is truly a dream:  it hydrates very well, glides on smooth, and, of course, has an array of proven anti-aging ingredients.  These include: Star #1:  Niacinamide (Vitamin B3) Niacinamide, also known as nicotinamide, is a water-soluble component of the vitamin B complex group.... read more

The Best Cyber Monday Beauty Deals of 2011

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Hurray – it’s Cyber Monday!   This year, I’m trying to make 90+% of my purchases online, for both convenience and to avoid the dreaded wallet crunch of buying more than I intend to when I hit the stores.  Here are some of the best buys in beauty today: Amazon:  Amazon is offering Cyber deals all day today, including Lightning Deals available for a limited time only on this page. Bath & Body Works:  25% off any purchase with code CYBERMONDAY25OFF, 11/28 through 11/29.  Get an additional 10% cash back if you sign... read more