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Aging Gracefully

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Retin-A & Obagi Nu-Derm Blender: The Powerhouse Combination

 

Not all skincare is created equal! There is still one product that dermatologists around the world agree is one of the best anti-aging creams to this day. Retin-A or it’s generic version known as Tretinoin, is one of the best prescription based products for rebuilding our collagen and smoothing the skins surface. Many people can’t tolerate Retin-A due to it’s harsh peeling action it has on the skin, but once I was introduced to the Obagi Nu-Derm line and specifically a product called Blender, I was finally able to use Retin-A  without the painful side effects. You will definitely have a bit of a reaction to it for the first few weeks as your skin sheds it’s outer layers and it adjusts to the cream. You may also see your skin purge, meaning you may break out. This is just your skin reacting to the product and these side effects should go away soon. I use these products three times a week by blending them together in equal parts. It is very important that you completely wash your face in the morning and apply sunblock as your skin will be incredibly sensitive to the sun. You may also notice your skin feeling a bit drier the first month or so as well. Just make sure you layer a heavy duty moisturizer on your skin during the times when you’re not using these products. Retin-A is available by prescription only and Obagi Blender, $100, is available at lovelyskin.com. By starting a consistent skincare routine at a young age, you are sure to get a leg up on father time…After all, who doesn’t want to age gracefully? 

 

GlyDerm Hand & Body Lotion 10

 

Want perfectly smooth skin from head to toe? I’ve got the answer. I know when we think of aging, we are constantly focused on trying to prevent those pesky wrinkles on our face. But we definitely need to treat the rest of our skin in a way that will preserve it’s youthful appearance as well. Our skin is the body’s largest organ and on that note, I am an avid user of super hydrating moisturizers. Over the past couple of years, I’ve started to alternate my daily body cream with one that is a little more potent to help keep my skin looking young and smooth. One of my favorite treatment lotions is by GlyDerm. The 10% Glycolic Hand & Body lotion 10, $39 at skinstore.com, leaves my skin feeling so soft and smooth that I’ve almost become obsessed with it. It is definitely my go-to lotion that I apply before bed on most nights. Ladies, I do realize at $39 a bottle, this lotion is on the splurge side, but let me tell you, it is worth every penny and more! Believe me when I say your skin will Thank You…xx

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Swissclinical Intense Day & Night Serum

 

So this is going to be my third review on my new favorite skincare line Swissclinical. As you all know I have extremely sensitive skin. I’m constantly worried when trying new products because I never know if it is going to cause my eczema to flair. I will say without a doubt this skincare line is beyond amazing! I have been an avid user of serums for years now. As I’ve aged, my skin concerns have changed. I definitely look for products that brighten, correct and tone my skin. What I love about this serum is the ingredients are 100% of natural origin. It does not contain allergens and it’s fragrance free. I have absolutely no adverse reactions to this serum at all. This serum contains one of the anti- aging powerhouses, Pycnogenol. It also contains white tea, sodium hyaluronates and peptides that correct and prevent wrinkles. I’ve noticed a significant improvement in my fine lines and also the hydration of my skin. I apply the Intense Serum, $100 at swissclinicalusa.com, both morning and night under my face cream. I have been using the serum in conjunction with the Swissclinical day cream and eye cream, which I truly adore as well. Thank you Swissclinical for introducing me to such an amazing skincare line. My skin will be forever grateful! xx

Swissclinical Eye Contour Cream

You want to KISS those crows feet goodbye? I do! I’m such a lucky girl. I have the opportunity to try so many great products. Once in a while I am truly blown away. I was recently sent a few products by a company called Swissclinical. The day I received them I started using them. I will say, I have extremely sensitive eyes and I also have really dry skin. That combination alone usually spells trouble! From the moment I put this eye cream on, my wrinkles were immediately softened. I love the way this eye cream goes on under my makeup as well. This eye contour cream contains micro-algae that helps tighten the skin and helps reduce dark circles. Both of which I experienced. This cream is paraben free, and does not contain colorants, allergens or fragrance, which I love. It also contains pro-vitamin B5 to help strengthen the capillary walls. My eyes stay well hydrated all day long with this cream, which rarely happens. I love the texture of this eye cream and the bottle is actually quite large at 1 oz. Normally eye creams are half that size! You can purchase the Swissclinical Eye Contour Cream for $88 at swissclinicalusa.com. I am definitely looking forward to trying the entire line of Swissclinical products. Since I have had such great results in such a short matter of time, I can only imagine the results months down the road! Thank you Swissclinical- I’ve found a new love.

GlyDerm Face Lotion Lite & Some Much Needed Beauty Sleep

 

Wakey wakey…to beautiful, line free and perfectly hydrated skin. Boy did I over do it last week. With the World Cup, 4th of July and a girls day at the pool (with bottles of champagne) my skin was suffering big time! I have been trying to repair the damage since Sunday. Luckily I have some great secret weapons. When my skin is lacking that luster, I immediately boost my skincare routine with some major power players. Aside from doubling my intake on my Omega 3 supplements, which definitely helps with hydration, I also have been using a repair mask every other day. For the past five nights, I have been using my GlyDerm Intense C-Serum PM with the Glyderm Face Lotion Lite 5 on top. Both of these products help repair your skin and also soften fine lines and wrinkles. By this morning my skin is definitely bouncing back. You all know how I adore my makeup, but once in a while I have to step outside of my comfort zone and show you my makeup free face! After all, beautiful makeup starts with beautiful skin.