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| Skincare Ingredients – What Do they Mean? |
| You’re at the cosmetic counter at the mall, looking to invest in a few new products for your skin. You choose several products and compare the ingredients, but you ask yourself, what is hyaluronic acid? Or, you’re at the drugstore and notice your cleanser |
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| has new packaging with headlines such as “antioxidant-rich” and ingredients such as kinetin and Vitamin A. You ask yourself, is it still good for my skin? |
| Gone are the days when skincare products were simply categorized for dry, normal or oily skin. Over the past decade, products have (and continue to) evolved with sophisticated new formulas and ingredients that can mimic products and treatments once found only in dermatologist’s offices. Here is a quick guideline on how to decipher the current list of 50-cent words on product labels. |
| Antioxidants
Chemicals that halt the oxidation of cells and ward off free radicals, unstable electrons that lead to cell breakdown. Cell breakdown leads to fine lines, loss of moisture and elasticity, dull, rough appearance and discoloration. Common antioxidants used in skincare are Vitamins A, C, E and K. |
| Alpha Hydoxy Acids (AHAs)
A group of chemical compounds that can occur naturally or… |
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| your BEAUTY |
| Beauty Tips for Fuller, Thicker Eyelashes |
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| Nothing adds quite as much glamour to your eyes as thick, lush, beautiful eyelashes. Long and lush eyelashes are so popular nowadays that many salons and spas are actually offering eyelash extensions. |
| If you get eyelash extensions synthetic hairs are actually bonded to your own eyelashes which helps to lengthen them for about a |
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| month. However eyelash extensions are very expensive and they take a long time to apply, making them too big of a hassle for most people. The good news is that you can get beautiful long eyelashes without having to resort to getting eyelash extensions. Here are some tips on how to glam up and bring out your eyelashes. |
| When it comes to mascara the key to a beautiful application lies entirely in the brush. You should look for a brush that has both… |
| More about Beauty Tips for Fuller, Thicker Eyelashes » |
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| the DEBUT |
| New KINERASE Photofacials Sun Damage
Reversal System Intro Kit – aka “The Triple Threat” |
| Clinically shown to repair signs of sun damage in 4 weeks |
| PhotoFacials Sun Damage Reversal System is the revolutionary 3-step topical skincare system that replicates the benefits of an in-office dermatologist photofacial procedure at home. A clinical study showed that 89% of women |
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| had noticeable improvement of sun damage in just 4 weeks. |
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| monthly HIGHLIGHTS |
| The transition of the seasons can have a radical effect on our complexion. |
| Whether due to the weather or other external factors, our skin might dehydrate and become dull if not protected thoroughly. It is worth devoting some time to changing our rituals in order to prevent any disaster. |
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| your STYLE |
| Fall 2009 Beauty Trends – New York Fashion Week Wrap-Up |
| Laura Kenney, Stylelist.com |
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| IT’S A WRAP! New York’s Fall 2009 Fashion Week is officially over, but the beauty trends are just beginning. And guess what: The 80′s are back in a big way – you’ll be safety dancing (and killing radio stars) in Cyndi Lauper makeup and Grace Jones hair. You won’t wear your hair down again, ever, as intricate buns and glamorous ponytails ruled the runways, and gray will be your new black – the go-to color for eyes, nails, and even lips (yes, really). We’ll see if you can wait till fall to try on these trends. We certainly can’t! |
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