Back to School Beauty 2012- Part 1

 

Hey Guys!

It is that time…back to school season. Some people have already started school, others have classes beginning soon. Back to school was always a hard time for me. I didn’t mind school, but it meant the end of a free schedule and back to classes and homework. However, feeling and looking good can help make the transition easier. So, I want to recommend a few products I’ve been using recently that are great anytime of year, but also helpful for back to school time.

Today I want to talk about 3 skin, hair and mouth products I have used and would recommend. Tomorrow, I will talk about some makeup products I love for back to school.

First, check out the Tanda Pearl. A phenomenal teeth whitening system that will get your teeth brighter and whiter in minutes or days. This is perfect for fast results and a bright smile right before you go back to school,  if you’re just looking to make a great first impression or just want a brighter smile.  It is enamel safe and easy to use. Whiten both the top and bottom teeth using blue light technology in one device. I have used several teeth whitening systems, and this is definitely the fastest, easiest to use, and  least sensitivity I’ve had with teeth whitening. The retail price of this system is $195.

 

The next item is a cool way to remember to wash your face. We all want clearer skin anytime of year and especially if you’re going back to school.  It’s the Clearasil® PerfectaWash™. The main feature of this is it’s automatic dispenser which gives you just the perfect amount that you need for your face to prevent overdrying.  It is a cool, innovative and pretty way to display your facewash on your bathroom sink.  It is dermatologist tested and you can buy refills for the dispenser. The system comes with 2 face washes, Superfruit Splash and Soothing Plant Extracts. I saw this listed at $19.99 in Target. It may or may not be on sale on Amazon.com, it was when I checked! 

The last thing  I have to share with you is the Batiste Dry Shampoo in the scent blush.  I think dry shampoo is a must-have for everyone. Not only can you use it to liven up 2nd day hair, and get rid of oils. But, my favorite use for dry shampoo especially this one in blush is to use it to give my hair more volume. I spray it through my roots, rub it in,  and it instantly gives me volume. It also makes my hair smell nice. It’s a great way to make getting ready in the morning quicker! This retails for $7.99 and I found mine at ULTA. 

Thank you all for reading! Subscribe to my blog and make sure you look for tomorrows post, Back to School Beauty Part 2.

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LOVE, LAUREN

 

My New Favorite Everyday Facial Exfoliator- Burt’s Bees Citrus Facial Scrub

 

Hey Guys!

I have a new product discovery to rave about today! It’s the Burt’s Bees Citrus Facial Scrub. It smells like pumpkin pie and is the perfect amount of scrub for everyday use.

The reason I picked up this product to try in the first place was because I saw beauty guru Kandee Johnson use it in her “Night time face washing routine” video. Here is her video I originally saw that made me so interested in this product:

 

The great thing about this scrub is it’s gentle enough to use EVERY DAY. It smells like pumpkin pie (not so much like citrus) but still delicious!! It also:

• Helps removes dirt, oil and make-up with a blend of Sweet Orange and Grapefruit Oils
• Exfoliates gently with Ground Almonds, Oats and Pecans
• Helps moisturize skin with Sweet Almond Oil and Glycerin

This is my new favorite facial exfoliant! I’ve been using it everyday, and my skin feels awesome… the jar is cute too! It only costs around $8. And, you can find it on the Burt’s Bees website or places like Target and CVS.

Love, Lauren

 

My Top Two Sunscreens for Body – Summer 2012

Hey Everyone!

Just the other day I shared one of my favorite sunscreens for the face, and emphasized how important it is to wear sunscreen EVERYDAY!

Today, I wanted to show you my two favorite sunscreens for the body. This summer I have really been obsessed with making sure I have sun protection. I have started getting a little more wise in the “skincare” and “sun” department…so I’ve been wearing sun protection every single day I know I’m going to be outside.

These two sunscreens make it easy to want to apply them (because they smell amazing!!!) They feel light and sheer.

The Austrailian Gold Sheer Coverage with an SPF 30 comes in this spray that is easy to mist all over your skin. It feels lightweight and smells SO GOOD!! I want to put it on everyday just because I love the smell.

The Hawaiian Tropic Silk Hydration SPF 30has a creamy lotion type feel. It smells and feels  just like a lotion, so you won’t even know you’re wearing sun protection. It has that really delicious coconut smell. 

I love both of these so much. I would highly recommend finding them if you are looking for a good sunscreen that has an amazing smell and leaves your skin feeling soft and breathable. These are not heavy or sticky in any way. 

Love, Lauren

 

Products were sent from PR. I am not affiliated with the brand or paid for this review. All opinions are my own.

 

Don’t Ask Questions… Wear Suncreen! A Facial Sunscreen I Love

Hey Guys,

I know that for some people getting in the habit of wearing sunscreen (especially on your face) can be really hard. But- wearing sunscreen is really one of the absolute BEST THINGS YOU CAN DO for your skin! Protecting yourself from the sun will is one of the top anti-aging tips I can give you.

I recently have been obsessed with making sure I apply sunscreen all over my face. I used to think that a little sun would help get me a tan, but the older I get , the more I realize I am comfortable getting my glow from bronzer and gradual self tanners.

Neova is one of the latest skin care brands I have been able to try out. One of my favorite things that they make I am discovering is their

DNA Damage Control™ [SILC SHEER 2.0 | SPF 40]

This ultra light silky sunscreen is a tinted to give you a little coverage and help even out your skin.

Here are the amazing benefits:

• Offers superior protection + cosmetic benefit in one advanced formula
• Defends against broad spectrum UVA/UVB rays.
• Restricts the appearance of sun-inflicted damage
• Illuminates and brightens with a tinted, pearl finish.
• Water Resistant {80 minutes)

I LOVE this sunscreen and have been wearing it under foundation or concealer every single day. It retails for $40. Find out about more products from Neova on their website!

Do you wear sunscreen? What favorites have you found??

Love,

Lauren

Some of the images and text are from Neova.com

Products from Neova were sent from PR. I am not affiliated with the brand or paid for this review. All opinions are my own.

 

How do you Treat your Skin? Shave, Sugar, Slather with Perfectly Posh

A few days ago I said that you should take ONE day a week and try to make an effort to treat yourself to a face mask. That’s great for your face, but what about your body? How do you TREAT the rest of your skin?? I wanted to also challenge you to take one day a week to follow this three steps for smoother , healthier, softer skin!

Here’s how you can treat your skin at least ONE day a week.   

1. Shave. This one we all do for obvious reason… we shave so we are not hairy and have smoother more touchable skin. But- shaving also helps exfoliate your skin, which is good for getting off dead skin cells and exposing younger , healthier skin.
2. Sugar. Use a sugar body scrub to exfoliate all over your body. Do this after shaving to really help soften and further exfoliate. I have been loving Perfectly Posh‘s “SUGAR FIX”. It is an all over sugar body scrub that contains honey and almond and leaves my skin feeling amazing!
3. Slather. Here’s the fun part…apply a body butter or lotion all over your body, (preferably something that is skin nourishing and smells good). Then, put on big fuzzy robe and wait a while…when you take off your robe to get dressed, your skin will feel soft and incredible. Also from the Perfectly Posh line, I have been using “paper moon slather body butter”. It smells absolutely incredible, light and sweet and I love the consistency. It’s not sticky, just rich and hydrating.

Hope you all are up for the challenge of softer skin…I have been doing these three things as often as possible and it’s been making my dry skin feel a lot more hydrated and smooth. 

The products I listed in this post were samples given to me to try by  Laura of Perfectly Posh. Definitely go check out the website  and facebook page. She was very kind and helpful in telling me about these products. I have been using them almost on a daily basis. I was really impressed by both this sugar scrub and body butter. I loved the quality and the price. The other great thing about all of these products is that they are: 

• Paraben-free and paraffin-free
• SLS-free
• Gluten-free
• Soy-free 
• Use essential oils and fine pthalate-free fragrances
• Natural: Full of butters, oils, and other nourishing ingredients
• Preserved with gentle, effective vitamin E

You can also request a free sample by “liking” Laura’s Perfectly Posh Facebook page. 

Hope you’re all having a fabulous week. Talk to you soon.  

Love,

Lauren

Treat Your Skin – Make Face Masks a Weekly Routine

Once a week I treat my skin to a cocktail… a FACE MASK cocktail. I have found that treating my skin to face masks at least once a week helps it stay clearer, feel more refreshed, and brightens my skin tone. If I could do this 2-3 times a week I would because I think it really helps purge the skin of impurities and is also good for relaxation. But- realistically, I get to this special treat once a week.

I would encourage you to find a few good face masks, and try to carve out a half hour to an hour, once a week where you can pamper your skin.

A few of my favorite masks are: 

• Masqueology face masks. These masks are easy to apply that have cut-outs of eyes, nose and mouth and contain different properties such as brightening, anti-blemish, lifting and firming, pore minimizing and more. You leave them on your skin for about 20 minutes. After, you can simply peel it off and go; there is no need to wash your face.
• Pangea Organics Japanese Matcha Tea With Acai & Goji  Berry Mask. This mask contains Organic matcha tea powder, Organic goji berry extract,  and Wildcrafted seaweed. This mask is gritty and has lots of clumps in it. After you leave it on your skin for 10-15 minutes , you massage it into your skin to help exfoliate and get rid of dead skin cells. 
• Feed My Skin’s Pumpkin Peel Masque.  The glycolic acid in this  transforms dull, lifeless complexions into more youthful skin. pumpkin also contains more than 100 beneficial nutrients. The packaging is labeled so that it appears like nutrition facts. The masque smells amazing, just like fresh pumpkins and spices and it feels tingly and soothing on the skin. I can’t wait to try another one of Feed My Skin’s amazing masques!!
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Have you tried any face masks or scrubs that you absolutely love? How do you treat your skin?

 

Love, Lauren

 

Must-Have Daily Beauty Routine Items

What are some of your simple beauty routine products that you just have to have, and what are things you feel like you constantly need to re-purchase that you could not live without?

I wanted to share some of the basic necessity beauty routine products that I use; these are more like the everyday things that most of us use on a daily basis, but here are my favorites. They are not high end items, just simple products .  All of these are items I’ve purchased several times. Most can be found just  at Target, or the drug store. 

I’d love to know some of your favorite daily beauty routine items that someone on a budget could afford?

Love, Lauren

Guest Post: How to get a Red Carpet Glow!

How to Get a Red Carpet Glow

By Lee Ann Buttery

 

 Sure, celebrities have an extremely flexible budget where they can splurge on the best foods, most luxurious cosmetic and skin care products on the market, and indulge at the most lavish spas on the globe.  So perhaps we can attribute their seemingly flawless faces to their routine facials and high-end cosmetic collection, but as for the rest of us commoners, we too can emulate a celebrity-esque glow even on a humble budget.  Continue reading to get tips on how to achieve a red-carpet worthy glow that would even make the Kardashians green with envy.

1. Diet- the overall appearance of your skin is largely contingent on what you put in your body.  Your face (and body) is bound to reflect health and vitality if you consume a balanced diet rich in good fats, omega-3’s (i.e. salmon, flaxseed), antioxidants, whole grains, protein, fruits and vegetables- especially dark, leafy veggies.  Moreover, if you avoid junk food, you’re doing your skin a big favor.

2. Sleep- they don’t call it beauty sleep for nothing.  Aim to get at least 7-8 hours of sleep per night and do your best to hit the sack before 11 p.m.  In sleep mode, your skin renews itself during the hours of 8 p.m. to 11 p.m. a.k.a. “beauty sleep.”  So you might have to tape David Letterman episodes henceforth.

3. Drink Up- water and green tea that is.  You’ve heard it before- aim to gulp down at least 8 glasses of water a day.  This will help flush toxins and impurities out of your body.  Sipping 3-4 cups of green tea a day is also very beneficial for your skin as it’s loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties.  Thus, will help to impart a healthy glow.  Drinking too many cocktails can sabotage your skin and of course, your health, so try to limit alcohol consumption to no more than once a week. 

4. Exercise- as basic and simple as it may sound, breaking up a sweat will help release toxins out of your body and thus help your skin radiate.  So get movin’!

5. Proper Skin Care Regimen- a good skin care regimen that is customized for your personal skin type is essential in achieving a red carpet glow.  You might be thinking duh right now, but too many people use the wrong products for their skin type. If you’re unsure what your skin type is, then check out our website for an online analysis Mario Badescu Skin Care.

6.   Do a DIY Spa Treatment- If you can’t afford a facial at the spa, then feed your skin with a mask that can be concocted with glow-enhancing ingredients straight from your kitchen.  For instance, apply honey on your face and leave it on for 30 minutes, then wash off with lukewarm water.  Great for any skin type, honey will cleanse your pores and help tighten your pores.  If you have dry skin, apply mayonnaise on your face (avoiding the eye area) and leave on for 20-30 minutes.  This will help tighten your pores and moisturize your skin.

7. Makeup- with makeup application, the key is ‘less is more’ for a dewy glow.  On a clean face, apply a lightweight moisturizer followed by a primer before you apply makeup.  Choose foundation that is suitable for your skin type.  If you have normal to oily skin, opt for a liquid or powder foundation.  If you have normal to dry skin, choose a liquid or cream foundation.  You can even mix in a drop or two of moisturizer in your foundation for a dewy look- but this tip is best for dry skin types.  To avoid looking cakey, go very light on the loose powder to set your foundation.  For a gorgeous glow, blush is a must.  If you have normal to oily skin, use a powder blush, and if you have normal to dry skin, opt for a cream blush and apply on the apples of your cheeks and blend toward the temples. 

 Lee Ann Buttery is a Licensed Esthetician and Professional Makeup Artist based in the Princeton, New Jersey area.  She also works for Mario Badescu Skin Care.  A couple of her favorite Mario Badescu products are the Vitamin C Serum and the Seaweed Cleansing Soap. One of her passions in the skin care industry is acne treatment.  She is a busy mom of a baby son and is an unashamed Britney Spears fan. 

photo from : skbeautyexpert.wordpress.com

The Mulit-Use Beauty Product You Probably Have at Home- Vaseline

Hey Guys,

Before you start thinking… Vaseline? Who cares about Vaseline.. it’s nothing special. I just wanted to point out some things to you today about this very basic beauty product. 

I came across an adorable new Vaseline product called lip therapy. It is so tiny and

 cute and is the perfect size for your purse.  I usually like anything if it is in an itty bitty size container.

 It’s a great lip product, to help protect and keep moisture in. I also use this at night before I go to bed to keep my lips extra hydrated.

 

I also was reading recently that Marilyn Monroe used to use Vaseline on her face to keep in young and soft. Supposedly, Vaseline is too thick and will not sink in and clog pores. Instead, it sits on top of the skin creating a barrier so that pollutants from the air can not get in,  and moisture from the skin can not escape. I have never tried this…but I’m curious.. have you tried using it this way???

Besides for dry lips, cracked elbows and knees, dry skin, and softening cuticles, Vaseline also has many other uses. I found a very interesting article if you are interested in more ideas for vaseline! http://www.mythirtyspot.com/2011/09/20-uses-for-vaseline-girls-best-friend.html

photo from  mythirtyspot.com

The most interesting of all of them, was using vaseline on your eyelashes at night to help them thicken and grow. HAVE YOU TRIED THIS?? Does it work?? I’m curious to find out!!

Love, Lauren

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Face Treatment Masks- A few of my favorites :)

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I’ve recently been into treating my skin with face masks. I started one night when I had some spare time by using the Pangea Organics Facial Mask and after my skin felt so amazing that I was hooked. For the past few weeks now, I have been using face masks once or twice a week.

Here are my favorite face treatment masks.

Pangea Organics Facial Mask Japanese Matcha Tea with Acai & Goji Berry. This mask is for ALL skin types. I’m not going to lie, this looks pretty gross going on, it’s muddy and grainy. But, on the skin it feels so amazing. And,when you take it off your skin is exfoliated, and feels SUPER clean!! I absolutely love this mask. It is one of my all time favorites I have ever used. http://www.pangeaorganics.com/

Freeman Facial Clay Mask in Chocolate & Strawberry. I was so curious about this mask. I was thinking, how could something that smells like chocolate strawberry be good for my skin? But- I was convinced the first time I used this that it works wonders. This feels like it really balances my skin. It feels like it cleans and balances your pores so that they are not oily but your skin feels hydrated. My skin is usually very sensitive to overly drying clay masks, and this one did not irritate my skin at all. http://www.freemanbeauty.com/

Face Q Grape Seed and Green Tea Mask. The first thing about this mask is the adorable packaging. There is a whole line of these Face Q masks and all of them are so cute!! This is one of those peel off masks that has cut-outs for your eyes, nose and mouth. You just put it on and peel it off. It is formulated with all natural botanical extracts and grape seed which has synergistic effect with collagen and elastin, making skin a shiny and flexible and prevents wrinkles. http://www.imomoko.com/product_detail.php?ID=3599

What’s your favorite face mask ?? Share it below! Don’t forget to find me on facebook http://www.facebook.com/pages/Lovelo-Beauty-Makeup-Lashes-and-Beauty-Blog/168179293250807?ref=ts and Pinterest and subscribe above if you enjoyed this  blog and want to keep up to date with all of my posts.

Love,

Lauren

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