Archives for September 2020

Year after year heading back-to-school evokes the same multitude of emotions: excitement, nervousness, curiosity, eagerness, anticipation. This year, as we find ourselves six months into a global health pandemic, these feelings are exponentially heightened with apprehension and fear. Parents are understandably worried about keeping kids safe back in the classroom. Not to mention, the FDA has recalled over 160 hand sanitizers currently on the market for the inclusion of potentially toxic ingredients, which are particularly dangerous for kids who put their hands in their mouths, rub their eyes and touch their faces.

Now more than ever we need a hand sanitizer that we can trust – safe, effective and pleasant to use. Alleviate some of your concerns with Ultra Defense Sani + Smart, a complete line of sanitizing solutions that feature best in class formulas, with plant-based alcohol, to kill 99.9% of germs in 15 seconds.

Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer with Vitamin E (SRP: $1.99/1 oz; $2.99/3 oz.; $4.99/8 oz):

• 100% plant-based alcohol
• Crystal-clear, carbomer-based formula
• Kills 99.9% of all germs
• Leaves hands feeling soft
• Lightly-fragranced
• Super-fast drying with no tackiness at all
• Methanol-Free, Paraben-Free and Cruelty-Free

Additional Ultra Defense Sani + Smart products include:

• Antibacterial Hand Soap (SRP: $2.99-$3.99)
• Sanitizing Wipes (SRP: $2.99-$4.99)
• Sanitizing Spray Multi-Purpose Cleaner (SRP: $3.99-$4.99)

All Ultra Defense Sani + Smart products are produced in OTC audited and approved factories, and all formulas are registered with the NDC/FDA website.

Ultra Defense Sani + Smart products are available in retail stores nationwide, including CVS, Wal-Mart, Sam’s, Kroger, Meijer, Kohl’s and Albertsons, among other leading national chains.

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What’s more stubborn than acne? It’s almost as annoying as all the suggestions you receive about how to clear it up. Have you tried eating healthier? Yes. Have you used this product? Yup. What about a face mask? It never stops. You’re at your wits’ end and all you want is clear skin. You’ve searched online for every tip and come up empty-handed. We’ve gathered some of the lesser-known acne triggers that can help you manage a breakout: 

1. Clean your bedsheets. At night, you press your face against the same pillow case and wrap up with the same sheets and blankets. That means if your sheets are dirty, you’re exposed to bacteria every night. The leftover germs from your last breakout are all over your pillowcase, and you’re going to bed with them! That’s why you need to make sure to wash your sheets; try to do so once every two weeks. Not only will they smell better and feel softer, but they’ll be cleaner for your skin. If your skin is sensitive to fragrances, you can choose unscented laundry detergent to avoid irritating it.

1. Contact a dermatologist. When your acne just won’t clear up, schedule a visit with a skin specialist. They have the expertise to help find the cause behind your breakouts. A dermatologist might recommend that you try a professional acne treatment. One option is an IPL treatment, which uses intense, pulsed light to target the bacteria that cause acne and reduce the overproduction of oil. The light has the added benefit of speeding up healing times for current breakouts. If your acne has caused extensive scarring, then skin resurfacing treatments can help reduce the appearance of scars and clear breakouts. 

1. Be patient with products. It’s frustrating to invest your money in skincare, only to receive less than promising results. Retinol, a prescription acne treatment that helps unclog pores, can take up to 3 months to work. The same goes for OTC products that contain salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide; they take at least 4 weeks to start showing results. As discouraging as persistent acne can be, try to be patient with your skin. Constantly switching products won’t leave enough time for the ingredients to take effect. 

1. Remember to moisturize. Many acne treatments can dry out your skin, so it’s important to keep it hydrated. Find your skin type to determine which moisturizer will be most helpful to you: is it dry, oily, normal, or a combination of all three? Contrary to popular belief, people with dry skin can get acne – it’s caused by more than just oil. Once you’ve determined your skin type, you can purchase a product that caters to it (just make sure that it’s oil-free so that it won’t clog your pores). Moisturizers can reverse some of the negative side effects of acne treatments, like inflammation and redness. Cleansers can help manage oil but be warned that over-washing your face dries it out. When your skin lacks moisture, it produces oil to compensate, which will clog your pores and cause more acne. 

1. Don’t pick at it. You’ve heard this one before, but it’s worth repeating. When you pop a pimple, the oil and bacteria from your fingertips can become trapped under the skin. This can irritate and worsen the breakout. It also makes the area more prone to scarring due to the constant picking and scabbing. Leave that inflamed pimple alone and it will clear up faster; squeezing it will only worsen your breakout. 

Anyone who suffers from acne knows how emotionally damaging it can be. People stare, point, and make comments – it’s no way to live your life. We hope that these suggestions can help you manage your skin and restore your self-confidence. 

 

Clef Skincare 

Because life is crazy enough, your skincare routine should be easy, quick, and effective. Life’s too short to waste time on multiple skincare products every morning and evening. Their revolutionary copper peptide mask combines the functions of nine different masks into ONE for a stress-free solution. This mask moisturizes, brightens, repairs, smoothes, tightens, nourishes, and heals your skin in one simple step.  Some great benefits you’ll see from these masks; fades acne scars, dark spots and hyper-pigmentation, visibly evens skin tone and improves texture and enhances skin for a luminous bare-faced glow. Use 2 boxes every month to achieve flawless skin!

Crystal Hill

Since ancient times, crystals have been prized for their beauty, to symbolize power and for their healing capabilities. It’s about time we incorporate them into our everyday, modern habits! Discover synergistically blended formulations of crystals, botanicals, and other organic ingredients that are nourishing and soothing for your skin. All crystals sold by Crystal Hills have been cleansed and charged with a tuning fork (4096) by a certified Reiki practitioner. Crystals are sourced from mines with sound ethical and environmental practices.

Mikel Kristi

Swipe your way to healthier, more radiant skin with Mikel Kristi’s Rejuvenating Swipes. The perfectly dosed, pre-moistened pads glide seamlessly over the skin to swipe away residual dirt, debris, and surface impurities. These are not like the heavy astringent pads you may remember from your youth, but an innovative combination of ten organic essential oils that simultaneously clarify, promote healing, and exfoliate dead and dulling cells. Used as a part of your regular skincare routine, these Swipes prime your face for enhanced absorption of additional skincare products. Boost cellular renewal, brighten lackluster skin, decrease fine lines and wrinkles, and refine skin texture all with one swipe!

Honestly pHresh  

Great deodorant for sensitive skin! Honestly pHresh is raising awareness about the toxic truth of most deodorant products containing antiperspirant properties. Up until recently, it was thought that the only way to avoid the unpleasant smell associated with sweating was to block sweat from leaving the body altogether. As it turns out, sweat is actually odorless. What causes that embarrassing odor is actually the bacteria on our skin combining with and breaking down our sweat. Allowing our bodies to reap all the benefits of sweating while also keeping us dry and smelling great is what the pHresh philosophy is all about. Another great thing about this deodorant, there is no baking soda which often causes sensitivity.

Do you ever look at a movie star in a picture and wish that you could have a smile as dazzling as theirs? The secret is, you can have a smile as dazzling as theirs! A lot of celebrities have such wonderful looking smiles because they have had a little help from their dentist, and you can do it too!

Whitening

One of the most common dental procedures that celebrities get is tooth whitening. You can keep your teeth looking pretty bright and healthy by brushing and flossing regularly, but it is quite natural that your teeth might become stained over time, particularly if you drink coffee or red wine. Your teeth are also likely to start to discolor as you get older because the enamel gets thinner and the yellow dentin underneath starts to show through.

Your dentist will be able to whiten your teeth for you, or provide you with a whitening kit that you can use at home. You can buy whiteners over the counter, however whitening can damage the teeth so it’s best to do it under the supervision of a dentist, particularly the first time. You may also find that your teeth become sensitive following whitening.

Gum Contouring

If you feel that you have too high a ratio of gum to tooth, then you can think about shaping your gums. The procedure is sometimes called ‘gum contouring’ and it involves removing excess gum tissue while under local anesthetic. 

The surgery itself is very quick to perform, but the healing can take between one month and eight weeks and you must be careful to maintain excellent oral hygiene otherwise you risk infection.

An article by the skincare edit suggests that Miley Cyrus may have had gum contouring and veneers to improve her smile, you can see the change in the shape of her gums in the article.

Straightening

Getting crooked teeth straightened not only improves the look of your smile, but it can help you to eat more comfortably and prevent things like biting the inside of your mouth! 

Getting braces as an adult is a commitment as it can often take between eighteen and twenty-four months to achieve the results that you want, but once it’s done your smile will look wonderful! A good dentist will be able to install braces that are practically invisible, so although you may be wearing them for a long time, they won’t be immediately noticeable to the casual observer.

Veneers

Veneers are a tooth-colored material that is installed over your existing teeth, in order to improve how they look. They are used to give you a more uniform and even smile, and can also be used to improve the look of chipped, damaged or discolored teeth.

To install veneers your dentist will remove a small amount of the naturally occurring enamel on your teeth, and then stick veneers over the top. For real life examples of the difference veneers can make to your smile, check out the smiles of celebrities like Zac Efron and Emma Watson.

Attending a party is such a nightmare especially when you don’t have any idea what to wear. Dressing up is not the only essential part of the party. You also need to have elegant and decent jewellery with makeup skills that you can pair with your dress. Considering your need for getting ready for the party, we have some tremendous jewellery ideas for you. These ideas will make you rock the party with your new look. 

• Earrings for the party:

Getting ready for a party with a stylish jewellery piece requires you to choose it in such a way that it brings attention to your face. Tassel earrings and hoops can be the best choice of you to pair with your party wear. Next time when you get ready the party, change your party wear look entirely and surprise everyone with your chandelier worn with a strapless dress and simple wedge. Add a simple and lightweight silver chain to your look just to get a delicate combination of jewellery that goes with your party wear of any type. 

• Rings for the party:

Rings are best for the embellishment of hands. The cocktail ring has specifically been designed to match with party wear. When you don’t have statement earrings, designers’ necklaces, you can still rock the party with simple party rings. 

To bring sophistication to your dress, consider wearing a gold dipped woven ring. If it is your engagement and you need to choose a ring that can enhance the look of your entire engagement outfit, you can look for amazing sapphire engagement rings. 

1. Elegant party necklaces:

 Your party dress can make you look beautiful. However, you need to put extra efforts to add elegance to your personality. Necklace effectively does this job. When you are to choose a necklace for the party, you don’t need to see the dress only with which the necklace can go. Rather, you also need to pay attention to your personality before choosing the right type of necklace. 

Try a simple chain necklace with a pendant of zirconia or crystals with your party wear of any type. Add a shiny pendant to give more brightness to your personality if you are going to attend the party at night. 

• Bracelets:

Bracelets of different designs are common for wearing on parties. However, studded bracelets have their grace. These bracelets are best to wear when you want to get a layered look. Studded bracelets are best to wear with party dress of any type. Pair this bracelet with your tank top and get a unique look that will surprise others. 

The takeaway:

You can have many brilliant jewellery ideas to make yourself stand out. However, there are a few points that need your attention. These points are:

1. Don’t wear bangles and bracelet together
2. Don’t try to always match jewellery with your party wear as it gives a boring look to your personality 
3. Jewellery pieces should be far from each other in terms of design