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Hot for the Holidays
As the holiday season shifts into high gear, so does the urge to polish up your look. With all the holiday parties and family dinners you have planned, it can be hard to find time to get yourself looking head-to-toe spectacular. Here are some shortcuts from Mechele Wilson, licensed esthetician, and educator.
1. Kick-Start Your Exercise Routine. Start increasing your normal workout routine by 30 minutes and throw some strength training into the mix. Sweat helps your body eliminate toxins that can clog pores, resulting in pimples and blemishes. Exercise also increases oxygen and blood flow to the skin, leaving your complexion with a beautiful, natural glow.
2. Sleep Away Those Dark Circles. With all the late-night festivities, your body can become fatigued and slow down your circulatory system. Ensure that you are getting 8 to 9 hours of sleep to help with the appearance of dark circles and pasty skin.
3. Keep Your Smile White. You will want to avoid any food or drinks with dark pigments, as they have the greatest potential to stain teeth. Culprits include: red wine, coffee, tea, blueberries, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, tomato sauce, and grape and cranberry juice. All of these foods have their benefits, so here is how to combat the downside of their staining ways:
· When you eat staining foods, keep a glass of water handy. Sipping after every couple of bites will help decrease the chance of staining.
· Never skip a bedtime brush, and brush your teeth as soon as possible after a staining meal.
· Add stain-fighting foods to your meals. Apples, celery, and carrots act as a natural stain remover, while greens such as spinach, broccoli, and lettuce create a film over your teeth that acts as a barrier against staining.
4. Achieve Head-Turning Hair. To revive your hair and return it to its youthful, healthy state, deep condition once a week. Use a treatment suited to your hair type and make sure it is safe to use for color/chemically treated hair. First, wet a hand towel and place it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn yourself. Completely coat hair with deep conditioner and wrap the towel securely around your head. Leave the treatment in for about 15 minutes. Wash and follow with your leave-in conditioner and/or color protectant spray.
5. Get Glowing Skin. Rejuvenate your skin and get a HydraFacial™. This must-have treatment helps detoxify, rejuvenate, and protect your skin, leaving it extremely hydrated and supple. Unlike other treatments, the HydraFacial™ cleanses, exfoliates, extracts, and hydrates all while introducing antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, and other nutrients to the skin. To maintain your results, use the Daily Essentials™ kit, which provides the same performing ingredients used in the treatment. This quick and effective treatment will provide you with instant results that will earn you compliments all season long.
1. Kick-Start Your Exercise Routine. Start increasing your normal workout routine by 30 minutes and throw some strength training into the mix. Sweat helps your body eliminate toxins that can clog pores, resulting in pimples and blemishes. Exercise also increases oxygen and blood flow to the skin, leaving your complexion with a beautiful, natural glow.
2. Sleep Away Those Dark Circles. With all the late-night festivities, your body can become fatigued and slow down your circulatory system. Ensure that you are getting 8 to 9 hours of sleep to help with the appearance of dark circles and pasty skin.
3. Keep Your Smile White. You will want to avoid any food or drinks with dark pigments, as they have the greatest potential to stain teeth. Culprits include: red wine, coffee, tea, blueberries, soy sauce, balsamic vinegar, tomato sauce, and grape and cranberry juice. All of these foods have their benefits, so here is how to combat the downside of their staining ways:
· When you eat staining foods, keep a glass of water handy. Sipping after every couple of bites will help decrease the chance of staining.
· Never skip a bedtime brush, and brush your teeth as soon as possible after a staining meal.
· Add stain-fighting foods to your meals. Apples, celery, and carrots act as a natural stain remover, while greens such as spinach, broccoli, and lettuce create a film over your teeth that acts as a barrier against staining.
4. Achieve Head-Turning Hair. To revive your hair and return it to its youthful, healthy state, deep condition once a week. Use a treatment suited to your hair type and make sure it is safe to use for color/chemically treated hair. First, wet a hand towel and place it in the microwave for 1-2 minutes. Be careful not to burn yourself. Completely coat hair with deep conditioner and wrap the towel securely around your head. Leave the treatment in for about 15 minutes. Wash and follow with your leave-in conditioner and/or color protectant spray.
5. Get Glowing Skin. Rejuvenate your skin and get a HydraFacial™. This must-have treatment helps detoxify, rejuvenate, and protect your skin, leaving it extremely hydrated and supple. Unlike other treatments, the HydraFacial™ cleanses, exfoliates, extracts, and hydrates all while introducing antioxidants, hyaluronic acid, and other nutrients to the skin. To maintain your results, use the Daily Essentials™ kit, which provides the same performing ingredients used in the treatment. This quick and effective treatment will provide you with instant results that will earn you compliments all season long.
PATYKA Biokaliftin Remarquable Cleansing Oil Review
Deeply rooted in harmonizing beauty, responsibility, pleasure and efficacy, PATYKA has successfully created unique formulas that redefine what it means to feel beautiful. Their botanical and apothecary inspired skin care and body care products incorporate ancient formulas coupled with a modern sensibility and global consciousness.
A fusion of French expertise and an aesthetically pleasing approach give the user an enjoyable experience while they care for their well-being and skin. PATYKA provides two lines: Biokaliftin, for anti-aging, and Absolis, for combination and dry skin. All products are made with natural ingredients blended to perfection for desirable, effective formulations.
Our skin is usually most vulnerable during the fall and winter seasons, due to the brisk air and wind chills. Many of us will experience dry, itchy skin. What worked for us during the warmer months will not necessarily work for our skin during the colder months. So you'll need to keep your skin up to par by taking extra good care of it. It's most likely that you'll need to change your skincare routine to prevent dull, dry skin. The best way to do this is opt for heavier, creamier skincare products.
I'm hardly a fan of using oil of any kind on my face since my skin has a mind of its own. It can be clean and clear for weeks, and other times it is hard to handle after the least little breakout. Of course, I was a little hesitant at using the PATYKA Biokaliftin Remarquable Cleansing Oil ($75) since it's a cleansing oil, after all. I'm glad that I gave it a chance, though.
I can't vouch for all cleansing oils, but I haven't had any issues with the PATYKA Biokaliftin Remarquable Cleansing Oil, even with unpredictable skin. Removing make-up, especially eye make-up, was sometimes a trying experience with other cleansers, yet this cleanser removes make-up flawlessly and effortlessly. It also doesn't irritate my eye area when removing eye make-up. Another that I like is that there is hardly any need for me to follow-up with a moisturizer, because this product keeps my skin soft and supple enough. The only thing I'd change is the price. Otherwise, my skin is a happy camper!
Disclosure: The product(s) in this review was provided to the reviewer for keeps and the purpose of writing a review. This in no way effects the quality of the review provided. No monetary exchange occurred in exchange for the writing of the review. The views expressed in this review are strictly that of the reviewer. All reviews provided here are the work of the reviewer and remain completely unbiased.
Votre Vu Review
Votre Vu is a luxe e-beauty house originating with fine French skin and hair care and expanding into handcrafted cosmetics with the 2012 debut of its French Accents premier color line. In addition, Votre Vu offers an award-winning, all-natural beauty beverage, SnapDragon, which is blended in the U.S.
Moreover, Votre Vu aims to reach out to those in need, with the start of its Color it Forward campaign in support of the St. Baldrick's Foundation and the 46 Mommas' campaign to treat and cure pediatric cancer. Specifically, Votre Vu donates $1 from every French Accents product purchased to the cause.
VU-ON ROUGE ($20.30; Available in Ma Cherry, Bouquet Rose, and French Tulip) functions as a lipstick and blush. I received the Ma Cherry, which I'd describe as a low key, yet rich shade of mauve. I normally don't really like mauve, so I didn't think it would look flattering on me, but it surpassed my expectations once it was applied on my lips and cheeks. Not only it imparts a wonderful color, but it's very moisturizing. However, it wears off quickly, so I've started blotting it on gently to extend the wearability.
EIFFEL POWER Mascara ($16.80; Available in Charbon) was inspired by no other than by Paris´ iconic Iron Lady. It gives my minuscule lashes the power that they need by fortifying and lengthening them with good-for-you ingredients - beeswax, carnauba, and sunflower. The XXL applicator is good for those lashes that are not always easy to reach. Best of all, no smudging!
I normally stick with liquid eyeliner, but the LE JOLI CRAYON ($16.10; Available in Charbon and Aubergine) is a soft liner that isn't smudging in the least. It doesn't lose its wearability as the day goes on, thanks to candelilla wax. Also, it comes with a pencil sharpener to ensure that your eyeliner stays in tip-top shape!
Disclosure: The product(s) in this review was provided to the reviewer for keeps and the purpose of writing a review. This in no way effects the quality of the review provided. No monetary exchange occurred in exchange for the writing of the review. The views expressed in this review are strictly that of the reviewer. All reviews provided here are the work of the reviewer and remain completely unbiased.
Natural Surface Scrubbing Mat: Solevation
Professional pedicures can be a deeply relaxing and pampering way to treat the feet, but they can also be costly if done on a regular basis. Not everyone can afford the luxury of getting a pedicure every few weeks, and some simply are not keen on the idea of someone else touching their feet. Therefore, there are many alternatives that are marketed to keep your feet from looking drab and unkempt.
This is where Solevation comes into play. It eliminates the need of costly pedicures, gadgets, files, creams, and brushes. There is also no need to take extra time to make it a daily requirement. All you need to do is place this mat in the shower, and shuffle your feet on it while you're showering. Not only it makes feet attractive by repairing damaged, cracked, and/or rough feet; it also deeply cleanses the soles. I usually follow up with a non-petroleum jelly, such as the one by Waxelene or Live Clean Baby, which helps maintain the softness.
I've been using the PedEgg for years to ensure that my feet look healthy and attractive. While the PedEgg is very affordable, I believe that the Solevation is relatively cheap at just $28.50 (it will usually cost this much for one trip to the salon or spa to get one pedicure).
Disclosure: The product(s) in this review was provided to the reviewer for keeps and the purpose of writing a review. This in no way effects the quality of the review provided. No monetary exchange occurred in exchange for the writing of the review. The views expressed in this review are strictly that of the reviewer. All reviews provided here are the work of the reviewer and remain completely unbiased.