Posts Tagged anti-aging
November 17, 2009 at 7:22 pm
· Filed under Beauty, anti-aging ·Tagged anti-aging, anti-aging skincare, Antioxidant Moisturizing Cream, Dr. Michele Green, Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin, High Potency Vita-C Serum, skin care
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Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin
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High Potency Vita-C-Serum
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Antioxidant Moisturizing Cream
“I chose Dermatology because it’s one of the happiest fields in medicine,” says Dr. Michele Green. “People enjoy coming to my office because they know they will look and feel better when they leave!”
Dr. Green is a board certified Dermatologist with a private practice in New York City’s Upper East Side who specializes in cosmetic dermatology. She relies heavily on patient feedback in designing new products in making recommendations. As a result, she is an expert when it comes to knowing “what women want, what they like, and what products they are asking for. “If I’m going to recommend a product, I really have to believe in it,” she says emphatically.
I was lucky enough to test some of her skin care products, the Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin, the High Potency Vita-C Serum and the Antioxidant Moisturizing Cream .
Gentle Cleanser for Sensitive Skin ($15.00 USD) – I like to apply this gentle, lipid-free cleanser on dry skin, rub it in and then rinse. It leaves a thin, moisturizing film on skin that is touted to be helpful for people with rosacea, dry or sensitive skin. You can also apply it to wet skin. Either way it leaves skin soft and hydrated, not dry and it doesn’t irritate at all.
High Potency Vita-C Serum ($55.00 USD) — This serum has a high concentration of Vitamin C and claims to promote skin cell renewal and collagen stimulation, plus improving skin texture and radiance. This product contains alcohol so make sure you shake it before use and apply morning and night before moisturizer. I have been using it for a few weeks and my skin is clear and glowing (and less red).
Antioxidant Moisturizing Cream ($55.00) – My favorite of the three products, this anti-aging moisturizer includes Vitamins A, C and E which firms, reduces fine lines, strengthens and protects skin from free-radical-induced skin damage and sun damage. I love the deeply hydrating, yet non-greasy texture. I pile it on at night, because I love how it feels in the cold weather, when my skin is so dry, and it doesn’t get oily or greasy at all. Then, in the morning, my skin is glowing!
Visit michelegreenmd.com to learn more about and to purchase these great skin care products!
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November 4, 2009 at 10:07 pm
· Filed under Beauty, Natural Ingredients, Skincare, anti-aging ·Tagged anti-aging, Borlind, Borlind System Absolute, Natural Ingredients, natural skincare, skin care
Being 40 (-ish), I am always looking for skin care that can slow down the aging process. I am fairly lucky with my skin (not many wrinkles), but I do have red areas and larger pores, which help show that my skin is not as young as it used to be!
Annemarie Linder is a German pioneer of natural cosmetics and co-founder of Borlind cosmetics. She devotes her passion to creating natural beauty products like the System Absolute (advanced skin care for mature skin) that I have recently tested.
Borlind’s System Absolute claims to deliver valuable botanical hydrating ingredients and potent antioxidant vitamins deep into the skin. The products I have tried are:
System Absolute Cleanser ($53.99, 5.07 oz): A creamy emulsion which gently, yet thoroughly, removes dirt, makeup, and other pollutants. This smells great and is refreshing as it cleans.
System Absolute Beauty Fluid ($92.99, 1.7 oz) : A potent antioxidant gel which hydrates and strengthens skin’s resistance to environmental damage. I love this light gel that instantly absorbs into the skin and gives my skin a nice glow.
System Absolute Day Cream ($109.99, 1.7 oz): A rich cream which provides intensive hydration, care, and protection against environmental damage. This cream is nice, but is a bit heavy for me. I have to wait a while after application to put my makeup on.
System Absolute Night Cream ($109.99, 1.7 oz): A luxurious cream which works to smooth, restore suppleness, repair environmental damage, support regeneration, and replenish moisture and oil. The cream is too heavy for me that it borders on greasy. My skin does look good in the morning after use, but I have been breaking out.
After a few weeks of trying these products, I have found that I really like them. I do think they are made for skin a little more mature than mine, but I will continue to use the cleanser and beauty fluid as I enjoy the feeling and results I get with these products.
Visit www.borlind.com to learn more and to purchase these products or items from their other skin care collections. Enjoy!
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August 15, 2009 at 7:30 pm
· Filed under Skincare, anti-aging ·Tagged ANEW Ultimate Night Gold Emulsion, anti-aging, Avon, Avon Anew, Avon ANEW ALTERNATIVE Intensive Age Treatment SPF 25 Day
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ANEW ALTERNATIVE Instensive Age Treatment SPF 25
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ANEW Ultimate Night Gold Emulsion
Avon is a trusted brand that has been around for quite awhile. Their ANEW line targets anti-aging and is very highly rated. I have recently tested two Avon ANEW products, the ANEW ALTERNATIVE Intensive Age Treatment SPF 25 Day and the ANEW Ultimate Night Gold Emulsion.
The Avon ANEW ALTERNATIVE Intensive Age Treatment SPF 25 Day ($32.00) is a combo moisturizer and sunscreen. I like that the SPF is 25 and that the cream absorbs fairly quickly. Unfortunately, unless I use a tiny bit, it leaves my face greasy. I think it will be good in the winter time, when my face is dry and flaky. The scent is a little strong, but it is easy to get used to.
The Avon ANEW Ultimate Night Gold Emulsion ($34.00) is a sheer gel that is absorbed right into the skin. This product contains Pro-Sirtuin TX Technology to stimulate sirtuin youth proteins for healthier cells, and activate remodeling proteins to help restructure and strengthen skin and Gold Polypeptide Complex to help replenish skin’s moisture reserves and maintain its youthful structure.
Avon claims that this will help you look 5 years younger in 14 days or your money back! I think that’s a good deal. I used this product for approximately 10 days and I saw a big difference, especially that my skin tone was more even and the skin around my eyes was smoother and brighter. My under-eye circles were lighter. I highly recommend this product because it worked for me and because there is no risk, with the money back guarantee.
Visit local Kansas City Avon Representative Heidi Walker’s website at http://www.youravon.com/hwalker to purchase and to learn more about these products.
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July 27, 2009 at 11:11 am
· Filed under Beauty, Skincare, anti-aging ·Tagged Anastasia, Anastasia Beverly Hills, Anastasia Line Erasing Serum, anti-aging, anti-aging skincare, Skincare
Anastasia Line Erasing Serum
Anastasia creates some of the best brow products on the market today. She is now creating skincare with the same quality as in her other beauty products.
The Line Erasing Serum ($45.00 USD) contains “a unique blend of natural hydrators, Instalift™ Goji, and an exclusive Balkan Botanical™ Infusion to improve the appearance of skin and help reduce signs of aging. Designed for all skin types, it soothes, softens, and hydrates—leaving skin brighter and smoother. Fine lines and wrinkles don’t stand a chance!
The claim is that daily use of the serum gives the appearance of diminishing fine lines and wrinkles while maximizing moisture retention. This formula absorbs instantly and delivers long-lasting results.
I use this light serum at night before moisturizer. Just a little is needed to instantly hydrates the skin. I have noticed that after a few weeks, my skin does look smoother. I don’t have wrinkles around my eyes, but my mouth lines (nasal-labial folds) seem less deep.
I recommend trying this product. I think the price is reasonable for a high quality serum. It is now for sale at www.sephora.com and should be available soon on the Anastasia website www.anastasia.net.
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July 16, 2009 at 6:37 pm
· Filed under Beauty, Skincare, Sunscreen, anti-aging ·Tagged anti-aging, anti-aging skincare, Beauty, beauty products, Borba, Borba Advanced Aging Deep Wrinkle Repair SPF 45, Skincare, SPF 45, Sunscreen
Advanced Aging Deep Wrinkle Repair SPF 45
Looking for a great day moisturizer? How about an effective sunscreen? An anti-aging wrinkle cream? Does your skin need a little glow? Yes? Me too!
Borba Advanced Aging Deep Wrinkle Repair SPF 45 ($55.00) will bring you all of these. Skeptical? I was too until I tried this great product. The Borba website describes it as, ” light day moisturizer with an SPF 45 and an amazing dry touch feel that will leave skin supremely moisturized, not white or ashy like other SPF facial moisturizers. This powerful crème reverses the most extreme signs of aging, addressing deep wrinkles, exacerbated loss of firmness, loss of radiance, severe dryness and sun damage.”
This product includes an advanced multi-layer liquid Crystal System that boost skin’s ability to hold and retain moisture immediately and over time. Sepilift DPHP and Elastin Fiber stimulate natural anti-aging defenses in dermal layers and counteract skin-aging enzymes for a younger, more toned appearance. It also includes broad spectrum SPF 45 UVA, UVB and UVC sunscreens. Argan oil, glycerin and kojic acid are also included to hydrate and even out skin tone.
This cream is white when you first apply it, but blends into skin beautifully. It its silky, not greasy and absorbs quickly for makeup application. I find that it does even out my skin tone and gives me a little glow. And it even smells nice!
I love not having to wear moisturizer, plus wrinkle cream, plus sunscreen. Having it all in one product is great for the summer because it doesn’t weigh down your skin or make it greasy.
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www.borba.com to learn more about this fantastic product and where to purchase.
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July 12, 2009 at 7:57 pm
· Filed under Skincare, anti-aging ·Tagged Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex, anti-aging, anti-aging skincare, Estee Lauder, Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex, skin care, Skincare
Estee Lauder Advanced Night Repair
Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Recovery Complex ($47.50 for 1 oz and $74.50 for 1.7 oz) is Estee Lauder’s newest anti-aging serum, which is inspired by groundbreaking DNA research to give skin a dramatic reduction in the visible signs of aging.
The claim: Chronolux™ Technology repairs the appearance of past damage addresses damaging effects before they become permanent, and you’ll see a visible improvement in the signs of aging-specifically lines, uneven skin tone and immediate hydration.
Does it work.? I have been using this serum every evening after I wash my face for about 10 days, I apply it to my face, neck and the back of my hands. Where I have seen a big difference is in my hands. They are softer and younger looking. I have also noticed that the skin around my eyes is looking smoother. I think that I would have to use it longer than I have to see real results, but I can see that it does help. It also feels good going on and smells nice, too. I do see instant hydration with every application.
Visit www.esteelauder.com to learn more about this serum and find out how to get your own 10 day sample.
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June 23, 2009 at 7:24 pm
· Filed under Beauty, Skincare, anti-aging ·Tagged anti-aging, anti-aging skincare, Nu Skin, Nu Skin Tru Face Essence Ultra, Nu Skin Tru Face Line Corrector, peptides, skin care, Skincare
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Tru Face Line Corrector
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Tru Face Essence Ultra
Go ahead and hate me, I deserve it. For a woman of 40 (okay 41, I just had my b-day), I don’t have a lot of wrinkles. But I do have some on my forehead and the lines around my mouth (marionette lines) are starting to deepen. I also have big pores and a little redness. Aging is so much fun!
So, like many women of my age, I am searching for products that will make me look even a little younger. Nu Skin is a company that has a variety of products to help your skin be its best. Since 1984, Nu Skin has pursued creating quality products with premium, wholesome ingredients. This is luxury skincare, so it is not cheap. But I have found with the combination of the two products described below, Tru Face Line Corrector and Tru Face Essence Ultra, the lines I have look smoother and my skin is firmer and more even.
Below are the products with descriptions from the website.
Tru Face™ Line Corrector — ($48.00 USD) – Features revolutionary pro-collagen peptides that help soften moderate to deep lines around your mouth, eyes, and forehead. Medical science has recently discovered that peptides have the ability to send age-reversing signals to collagen-producing cells, promoting younger looking skin. Tru Face™ Line Corrector offers a targeted approach to help the most aggressive signs of aging in just four weeks. Gentle and safe for all skin types. Some of the benefits are: Reduces the appearance of moderate to deep lines and wrinkles, minimizes the appearance of dermal creases around the mouth and forehead, smooths the appearance of crow’s feet, delivers results in as early as four weeks. Clinical testing has shown continued improvement over six months.
Tru Face™Essence Ultra — ($180.00 USD) – Combined for the first time with the coenzyme Q10, TeGreen 97®, and a protective antioxidants network, the powerful science of Tru Face Essence Ultra helps restore facial firmness, promotes cellular energy production, and helps prevent future signs of aging. In clinical studies, this silky serum was proven to increase skin elastin content to youthful levels, enhancing skin firmness and elasticity. Tru Face Essence Ultra—leave sagging skin in the past and fight current signs of aging for firmer, younger looking skin now and in the future. Benefits are: promotes skin firmness and elasticity and fights current signs of aging with ethocyn®, an ingredient clinically proven to improve skin elastin, helps prevent degradation of elastin with elastase inhibitors, helps contour and firm the skin for a more youthful appearance and defines skin around the eyes, neck, chin, jaw line, décolleté, and hands.
I use these products twice a day. I first smooth the essence, which comes in single use capsules, over my face concentrating on the fine wrinkles around my eyes and my chin and neck. I then gently pat the line corrector in the lines around my mouth and forehead. The essence is a bit oily, so I don’t put it where I break out, my cheeks and forehead. I have been using these products for over a month, and have noticed my forehead “frown” lines almost disappearing and my chin and neck are is more firm. I am looking younger!
These items are a splurge, but one that may be perfect for your skin. Learn more at www.nuskin.com
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April 27, 2009 at 11:04 pm
· Filed under Beauty, Skincare, anti-aging ·Tagged anti-aging, Beauty, beauty products, Olay, Olay Professional Pro-X, Olay Professional Pro-X Anti-Aging Starter Protocol, skin care, Skincare
Olay Professional Pro-X Anti-Aging Starter Protocol
Olay Professional Pro-X is a scientifically advanced line of skincare that claims to give you younger looking skin in 28 days. Too good to be true? I decided to try it and find out.
I have been testing the Pro-X Anti-Aging Starter Protocol ($68.00 USD) for about four weeks. This includes the following three items as described by the Pro-X website:
Pro-X Age Repair Lotion with SPF 30 is designed and professionally tested to help shield your skin from harmful UVA and UVB exposure. This Primary Solution also hydrates to fight the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Pro-X Eye Restoration Complex is designed and professionally tested for the part of your face that communicates age the most: the delicate eye area. This Specialized Treatment hydrates to restore the area to its optimum appearance by improving the look of crow’s feet. Massaging it in reduces excess fluids to diminish dark circles and puffiness.
Pro-X Wrinkle Smoothing Cream is designed and professionally tested to smooth uneven textures with moisture, combating the look of fine lines and wrinkles.
Well. My face looks pretty great. Especially around the eyes. The skin under my eyes is so smooth and that really makes me look younger. I love the Repair Lotion because it feels light and silky and even though it has an SPF 30, it absorbs quickly so I can put my makeup on right over it. I Use the Wrinkle Smoothing Cream at night and it is very moisturizing. Plus, when I wake up, my skin is glowing!
I recommend using this starter kit for 28 days to see what it can do for your skin. And if you think you need a little more care, try the Discoloration Fighting Concentrate to get rid of uneven patches, the Hydra Firming Cream to tighten the skin and the Deep Wrinkle Treatment for those stubborn wrinkles.
Visit the Olay Professional website for more information at www.olayprofessional.com
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March 25, 2009 at 11:46 pm
· Filed under Beauty, Health, Natural Ingredients, Organic, Skincare, anti-aging ·Tagged anti-aging, Beauty, beauty products, Biodynamic farming, Health, Jurlique, Jurlique Purely Age-Defying, Natural Ingredients, natural products, Organic, organic products
Jurlique Purely Age-Defying
I love organic and natural skincare; plus I love anti-aging products (a little help doesn’t hurt anyone!). Jurlique’s Purely Age-Defying Collection (Formerly the Biodynamic Beauty Collection) is both! It is comprised of herbs and flowers from certified organic and biodynamic farms in South Australia. These unique blends are as follows:
Serum ($75.00 USD) and Night Lotion ($55.00 USD): This blend includes Rose Gallica, Licorice Root, Black Elder, Chamomile, Pansy and Violet extracts, which work together to combat the appearance of redness and fade discolorations to brighten the skin. The Serum renews the skin while the Night Lotion restores.
Refining Treatment ($35.00 USD) :This blend includes Calendula, Witch Hazel, Echinacea, Spilanthes, Horse Chestnut, Pansy, Sweet Violet, Daisy, Dandelion, Chickweed, Self Heal and Soapbark Tree extracts, which work together to soothe, cleanse and refine the skin to reveal a glowing complexion. This is a natural skin polisher that exfoliates the skin.
Eye Cream ($45.00 USD) : This blend includes Arnica, Euphrasia, Daisy and Spilanthes, which work together to help combat puffiness and help fade discolorations to brighten the skin.
These products have a light, herbal scent and are very gentle on the skin. I have been using them for a few weeks and my skin is very smooth. I have broken out just a little bit, but my skin looks good!
My favorite products from the line are the Refining Treatment and the Eye Cream. The Refining treatment is a really great scrub that gets rid of all of the dead skin and impurities. And the Eye Cream! Wow, my eyes look smooth and very young right now! I definitely recommend the Eye Cream because its a really effective natural product!
To purchase these items, visit the Jurlique website at www.jurlique.com. Enjoy!
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March 6, 2009 at 11:10 pm
· Filed under Beauty, Haircare, Health, Natural Ingredients, anti-aging ·Tagged anti-aging, anti-aging haircare, Beauty, beauty products, Haircare, Health, Kerastase, thinning hair
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Kerastase Bain Age Recharge
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Kerastase Lotion Densitive
Kerastase is a luxury hair care company that is known to create products to target specific hair needs. I have tried two items from different lines; the Bain Age Recharge from the Resistance Age Recharge Collection, a lipo-replenishing Shampoo for dry, tight scalps and hair losing vitality and the Lotion Densitive GL from the Specifique Thinning Hair Collection, a texturizing and thickening after-shampoo spray.
Bain Age Recharge (250 ml $32.00 USD) – This is a oil-based shampoo that you message into your scalp and hair. The active ingredients include, Vita-Refil Complex, morphofill and glycerol. It leaves my hair soft and shiny and doesn’t strip down the color. It is supposed to bring back the youth to your hair, and my hair does look a lot bouncier and more vital since I have been using it.
Lotion Densitive GL (125 ml $45.00 USD) – I apply this spray to damp hair by starting at my roots and working my way down to the ends. It contains Complexe Gluco Impulsion, which includes vitamin PP, mineral molecules and a cooling agent.The website claims that it, “helps soothe and calm the scalp. Texturizes the fiber. Creates a volume effect.” It does give my hair more body, but my hair gets a little greasy so I only use a few sprays.
These products are a nice treat for my hair! You can check out Kerastase’s other lines such as Nutritive and Reflection at their website www.kerastase-usa.com. The products will give your hair a boost!
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