July 8, 2013

Break out the Sun Bum, Summer has Arrived

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Sun Bum Cool Down Hydrating Gel

I knew summer had officially arrived when my son came home from the beach and said “Mom, got any of that cooling gel? I have a really bad sunburn.” OUCH! Did he ever, and the sad part was he used sunscreen, he just didn’t cover his skin well enough and the exposed skin on his back burned. Luckily, I had Sun Bum Cool Down Hydrating Gel on hand and immediately used it on his back and he experienced immediate relief. Sun Bum Cool Down Gel really does give instant relief to sunburned skin. Alcohol free Sun Bum Cool Down Gel contains vitamin E, Tea Tree Oil and  Aloe helping to cool down and hydrate your skin, ease the pain of the sunburn and helps prevent peeling. Sun Bum Cool Down Gel is not only for sunburns but works fabulously on scrapes, minor cuts, insect bites and minor skin irritations. This probably won’t be the last sunburn my son will get so I will make sure I have Sun Bum Cool Down Gel on hand all summer long.

 

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Sun Bum Continuous Spray Sunscreen

Like I said earlier, this probably won’t be the last sunburn my son will get this summer but I am going to do my best to make sure it’s the last one. That’s why I am giving him Sun Bum Continuous Spray Sunscreen SPF 30 for his next trip to the beach. I have several different kinds of sunscreen on hand all year long but not in a continuous spray form. I like the fact that he can spray on the sunscreen and reach all the exposed skin especially on his back where he burns easily. He tried Sun Bum Continuous Spray Sunscreen SPF 30 and gave it a thumbs up! Another sunburn avoided!

Sun Bum Continuous Spray Sunscreen SPF 30 is easy to use, lightweight, and water resistant up to 80 Minutes. It contains moisturizing Vitamin E, won’t clog pores and is hypoallergenic, Paraben and oil free. Now, all my son has to do is remember to use it and I think he will be able to avoid sunburns this summer.

To view Sun Bum’s complete line of sunscreens and skin protectants visit hshop.trustthebum.com

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July 6, 2013

Skin So Soft is a Camper’s Dream, “No Itching Allowed”

 

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My daughter Adrienne is packing for a 5 day camping trip. As we went through her list it appears that she remembered everything except the BUG REPELLENT!  “What kind of Bug Spray should I pack?,” she asked and without hesitation I replied, “Avon Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard Plus”.

I recentlty picked up Avon’s Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard Plus with Picaridin and Bug Guard Plus Expedition which contains SPF 30. Both products are insect spray repellents which I like because the sprays  are easy to use with no mess.  Avon Skin-So Soft Bug Guard Plus is a must-have accessory when camping, at the beach, by the pool, or for any outdoor activity. Seriously, who wants to deal with the discomfort of  itching due to pesky insect bites.

SKIN SO SOFT Bug Guard Plus Expedition™ SPF 30*  provides 2-in-1 protection by protecting your skin from the sun and repelling pesky insects like mosquitoes and deer ticks. Bug Guard Plus Expedition™ SPF 30 is DEET-free and is formulated with Vitamin E,  repelling  mosquitoes for up to 8 hours. Bug Guard Plus Expedition  is available in an Aerosol and Pump spray.

SKIN SO SOFT Bug Guard Plus with Picaridin is formulated to protect your family when mosquitoes are more active , between dawn and dusk. Also DEET-free, Bug Guard Plus Picaridin also provides long-lasting protection against deer ticks and mosquitoes.  Let me remind you that deer ticks may transmit Lyme Disease and mosquitoes may transmit West Nile Virus so it is important to always be prepared for the outdoors. Bug Guard Plus Picaridin is available as an Aerosol Spray, Pump Spray, or Towelettes.

A variety of  Avon Skin-So-Soft Bug Guard products can be found at shop.avon.com/product. Protect yourself and your loved ones this summer with Avon Skin-so-Soft Bug Guard Plus!

 

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July 2, 2013

Biore 4-in-1 Detoxifying Cleanser Does it All

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Biore Skincare products never disappoint me or my family. My children, all over 17 years old, have been using Biore Skincre products for years. From Biore’s Deep Cleansing Pore Strips, Warming Anti Blackhead Cleanser to the ever popular Makeup Removing Towelletts (a favorite among the ladies in the house) you will find a Biore product in all 3 of our medicine cabinets. Add Biore 4-in-1 Detoxifying Cleanser to their list of favorites. Bioré’s 4-in-1 Detoxifying Cleanser cleans, tones, detoxifies and refreshes, how can you go wrong, this product literally does everything.

Biore 4-in-1 Detoxifying Cleanser is an oil-free, delicate foaming cleanser that once applied to your face lathers up into a soft, rich foam which feels so good, you won’t want to rinse it off. Biore 4-in-1 Detoxifying Cleanser is designed to clean 93% of the dirt, oils and make-up from your skin and is guaranteed to leave your skin feeling soft and looking amazing, you will feel amazing too. Biore 4-in-1 Detoxifying Cleanser is great for both men and women as we all get the same amount of impurities built up on our face and Biore is just the Cleanser to handle it.

“The easiest way to get on a good skincare regimen is to use effective multi-purpose products, like Bioré Skincare’s 4-in-1 Detoxifying Cleanser—cutting down on the products you use can help you stick to good skincare habits,” says Bioré consulting dermatologist Dr. Sapna Westley.

You can find Biore Skincare products at http://www.biore.com/. Biore products can also be found in most drugstores and retail outlets nationwide.

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July 1, 2013

Look of the Week by Hair-U-Wear

The gorgeous Olivia Palermo (below) was recently seen wearing a stunning thick, undone braid…that made our look-of-the-week! Here are steps on how you can re-create this fabulous woven hairstyle at home:

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*Start on air-dried hair and sprinkle a lightweight volumizing powder throughout strands.

*Next, flip hair over and shake it creating weightless volume allover.

*Now, create a side part and sweep hair into a low ponytail at the nape of the neck.

*To achieve the necessary length and volume for this look, attach the Hairdo by Hairdo by HairUWear ($49: Ulta.com) to your own hair.

*Braid off the ponytail and secure it with a ponytail holder. Finish off the braid by separating the weave, pulling it apart to achieve the undone effect.

Enter to win a HairUWear Beach Curl Pony at http://itsaglamthing.com/giveaways/hairuwear-beach-curl-pony/, offer is valid until July 31, 2013.

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July 1, 2013

Beautiful Eyes, It’s in the DNA

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DNA Serum

Don’t let this syringe scare you. You won’t find a needle at the tip of this syringe. What you will find is a very powerful DNA Serum, a serum so remarkable that it targets the fine lines and wrinkle around your eyes, you know the ones I’m talking about. Imagine, an anti aging eye-wrinkle treatment inside a syringe. No injections needed!  I’ll take one any day!

This remarkable anti wrinkle sensation is called DNA Serum. According to their website, http://www.dnaserum.com, DNA Serum is “formulated with clinically proven Temple Viper venom derived Syn-Ake, DNA Serum intends to be the world’s most potent expression wrinkle filling eye serum.” DNA Serum is scientifically designed and laboratory formulated,to significantly reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles and drastically improve skin firmness and elasticity around the eyes. DNA Serum is designed to lift and firm the delicate skin around the eyes, where an injection can not reach. Imagine, a serum you can use right in the privacy of your own home. No doctors appointments, no injections, no discomfort at least not with DNA Serum. 

DNA Serum is a clear thin fluid, and all it takes is a tiny drop to work its magic. All you do is place a tiny drop of DNA Serum on your fingertips and apply the serum by tapping around the orbital bone and gently massaging into the skin around your eyes, its that simple. DNA Serum is hypoallergenic and is safe for all skin types. What I like about DNA Serum is that it can be used with other skincare products and underneath your makeup.

It is important to know that DNA Serum contains some amazing peptides that help target fine lines and wrinkles around your eyes. ***This informaion can also be found at http://www.dnaserum.com in more detail.

**Syn-Ake is a small peptide that mimics the actions of Temple Viper Venom and has been called botox without a needle. This peptide contains a protein which targets the neuromuscular activity that causes wrinkles.

**Argireline is a hexapeptide that has been said to mimic the efficacy of Botulinum Toxin A without the risks, injections and high cost. Argireline reduces the depth of wrinkles on the face, especially around the eyes, that are caused by the contraction of muscles of facial expression.

**Leuphasyl copies the natural mechanism of enkephalins in that it couples to the enkephalin receptor, on the outside of the nerve cells, where it relaxes muscle contraction and therefore diminishes expression wrinkles.

**Eyeseryl is a tetrapeptide with anti-edema properties which has been proven to reduce puffiness around the eyes in as little as 15 days.

There is a 45-60 day supply of DNA Serum in each patent pending air-less syringe applicator. There is no fuss, no mess, just quick results as DNA Serum rejuvenates previously lost collagen and fibronectin in your skin from the DNA level up. You can start your DNA Serum regime by ordering your syringe and let the DNA Serum do the rest of the work. www.dnaserum.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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June 26, 2013

Find Your Natural Glow With Clinique

Clinique CC Cream

Clinique CC Cream

I was recently browsing the make-up counters at my local mall looking for a lightweight foundation. I recently ran out of my favorite one and needed something to replace it quickly. I wasn’t sure which brand to choose and I thought to myself, “ my mother has been using Clinique for as long as I can remember, maybe I should give it a try“.  The first thing I had to learn was the difference between BB Cream and CC Cream.

Now the question is: What is the difference between BB Cream and CC Cream?

I actually did a little research and found that Alexis Wolfer editor of TheBeautyBean.com told ABC News, “In general, BB creams tend to be more preventative and CC creams more corrective. So while a BB cream will likely have anti-aging elements and treat breakouts, a CC cream will focus on existing issues.”  

After speaking with a knowledgeable Clinique salesperson, it was decided that a CC Cream was what I was looking for. Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream fit the bill. This CC Cream was the perfect fit for my complexion and after selecting a shade from 9 choices, I was on my way to a beautiful complexion and was very excited about it. Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream is a lightweight cream designed to correct skin tone, allowing you to have the best looking skin possible. Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream also contains SPF 30 and Vitamin E offering you great skin protection.

Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream was created using advanced color correcting technology that uses light, giving you radiant, glowing and healthy looking skin. Depending on your skin concern, you might find that dull skin will appear brighter, yellow skin will appear to have a peachy glow, blotchy red skin will be neutralized and skin imperfections are immediately corrected. I tend to have blotchy skin and after using Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream you will never know I had blotchy skin, it works to perfection.  

Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream can be used alone or can be applied under your foundation. It is suitable for all skin types, is oil-free, non acnegenic, Dermatologist and Ophthalmologist tested.

Find your natural glow with Clinique’s Moisture Surge CC Cream https://www.clinique.com/

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June 25, 2013

Get Swimsuit Ready With BIC Soleil Shavers

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Bic Shave & Trim

Get ready for bikini season with shavers from Bic’s Soleil Collection. The Soleil collection features Bella and Bic’s newest addition,  Shave & Trim. Everyone in my family uses disposable razors and now the ladies in the house have two more options to choose from and they are not complaining.

We just received our complimentary shavers from Bic’s Soleil Collection and they asked for our opinion and without a doubt, “We are thoroughly enjoying them.” What we love about these shavers is that they are disposable, they are affordable and they work! Let’s not forget about the great smooth shave they provide.

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Bic Bella

The Bic Soleil Bella is a beautiful aqua color shaver, featuring 4 flexible e-z rinse blades, and a soothing moisture strip enriched with coconut milk. Bella’s curvy, non-slip handle prevents the shaver from slipping out of your hands while in the bath or shower, a fabulous feature I might add.

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Bic Shave & Trim

Get Swimsuit ready with Bic Soleil’s newest pink shaver, the Shave & Trim. As stated by Bic, “Soleil Shave & Trim provides women with a simple solution that delivers a flawlessly smooth shave and allows them to safely and evenly trim their bikini area with the convenience of a slide-on/slide-off trimmer.”

My girls like the features of the Shave &  Trim which include 3 flexible blades allowing for a smooth shave, a pivoting head with a rubber grip for extra comfort, three Vitamin E enriched lubricating strip and especially the slide-on slide-off trimmer for simple bikini trimming. For Beautiful Silky Smooth legs start with Bic Shavers.  feelthesoleil

Bic’s Bella and Shave & Trim come packaged in sets of 3 for under $8.00.

Visit our give-away page and enter to win your very own set of Bella & Shave & Trim.   Enter now, giveaway offer ends on June 30th.

 http://itsaglamthing.com/giveaways/bic-soleil-shave-trim-razors-soleil-bella/

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June 20, 2013

BMR Facial Toner is Mine for Review…and I Couldn’t be Happier

BMR Facial Toner is mine for Review and I couldn’t be happier…As you may know, BMR Beauty is known for its expertise in muscle wellness and understands that what is beneath the skin defines the way you look. Educated in the art of improving the body from the inside out, the pioneer in at-home beauty technology has created a beauty device that has revolutionized the way we care for our face: the FDA-cleared BMR Facial Toner (valued at $395).

Anti-aging technology is a popular subject among all women and the BMR Facial Toner is a great alternative to expensive in-office treatments.  The product uses the same electrotherapy technology found in top spas and dermatologist offices.

I am delighted to report that I have been chosen for the BMR Facial Toner review program and will begin my in-home treatments on June 20th for a period of 12 weeks. Every 6 weeks I will report my results and my experiences with the BMR Facial Toner with you. This sounds exciting and I can’t wait to begin my treatments. For more information on the BMR Facial Toner please visit their website at http://www.bmrbeauty.com/us/bmr-facial-toner.html.
Don’t forget to check back in 6 weeks and see how my review program with BMR Facial Toner is going.

 

 


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June 20, 2013

Brighten Your Hands, Brighten Your Day with L’Occitane

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I fell in love with L’Occitane and their delightful fragrances and skincare when I sampled one of their hand lotions and I became hooked. I have several of their fragrances and skincare products and one of my favorite L’Occitane lines is the Immortelle Collection. I use Immortelle Spray Mist on my face almost every morning because I enjoy starting my day with the delicate scent of Immortelle flowers which is the featured fragrance of the Immortelle line, it is simply a fabulous fragrance.

Immortelle Brightening Hand Care SPF 20 is my newest addition to my own L’Occitane Immortelle Collection. This hand Cream is a  triple-action formula that helps smooth hands, even out skin tone and protect against UV rays. After applying this ultra rich yet silky smooth hand cream you won’t believe how soft and silky your hands will feel. My hands are usually in water, in the garden or just exposed to the outdoors so they take a lot of abuse. With L’Occitane Immortelle Hand Care, my hands are protected with SPF 20 sunscreen and its anti aging properties, after all, my goal is to try to maintain nice looking hands and fingers. Isn’t that your goal too?

At usa.loccitane.com, you will find information on Immortelle. L’Occitane Hand Care contains the Immortelle Flower which “grows abundantly on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea and has an exceptionally long life. Immortelle flowers produce an essential oil that is known for its anti-aging properties. Bellis Perennis, the daisy flower, opens its petals each day with the sunrise and closes them at dusk. Its flower offers a brightening extract that contributes to a more even skin tone”.

Start your day the L’Occitane way with fabulous fragrances and skincare. Read my feature on L’Occitane Immortelle Spray Mist http://donnaraheb.itsaglamthing.com/?p=5953

 

 

 

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June 17, 2013

Ateevia Botanica is my New Best Friend

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There is nothing better than rubbing a pain reliever on your sore joints and have it actually work. Ateevia Botanica is my new best friend. I have been using Ateevia Botanica 2 or 3 times a day, usually in the evenings for achy joints, and lower back pain.  I must say, I am actually seeing signs of relief.

What is Ateevia Botanica? as stated at their website, “Ateevia Botanica is an all natural topical treatment for the long-term relief of persistent joint aches and muscle discomfort. The deeply penetrating botanical formula is safe and fast-acting. Recommended by physicians, physical therapists, and chiropractors to soothe joints, muscles, and tissues”.

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What I like about Ateevia Botanica is that it has the consistency of  a thin oily paste, oily enough that you can easily massage a small amount into the skin where your troubled spots are but does not leave your skin greasy. It absorbs into your skin after a few minutes of massaging.

Ateevia Botanica is  an all  natural formula that is one of the most therapeutic topical analgesics existing today. As taken from their website, “PRIME Therapy contains commonly occurring plant antioxidants, such as flavonoids, lignans and certain fatty acids that are anti-inflammatory in nature, which we derive from a patented extraction formulation of oils including borage, pumpkin, sunflower, grapeseedand safflower“.

I never thought of having a topical anesthetic as a staple in my medicine cabinet. As I am getting older, I am noticing more aches and pains so Ateevia Botanica will be a staple from now on.

My husband is even using it at night for his achey sore wrists from Carpel tunnel Syndrome. Ateevia Botanica works best for artheritic joints, tendinitis, plantar fascitis, bursitis, sports strains and lower back pain. You can learn more about these conditions at http://www.ateevia.com/ and see if Ateevia Botanica might be a good choice for you.

Enter to win your own tube of Ateevia http://itsaglamthing.com/giveaways/ateevia-botanicas-phytonutrient-rich-inflammation-minimizing-extract-prime/

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