Sunday, December 12, 2010

Have your Cocktails + Keep your Radiance, too!

  As the holiday season has quickly descended upon us, the endless party circuit stream has, or is certainly soon to, take its toll.  Radiant skin is replaced by dull, drab looking skin, dark circles are complimented by bloodshot eyes, and instead of resting and becoming restored, we put on yet another cocktail dress, add some eyeliner and brightening foundation and we're off to the next fete! 
  Well, here's a little help from our friends over at Kiehl's.  Their Midnight Recovery Concentrate is absolutely fantastic for restoring the radiance, moisture, and suppleness of over-worked, under paid skin that is often neglected during the holidays.
  The main ingredient in this serum is squalane, a powerful antioxidant that is derived from the olive.  Squalane is a natural compound found in our sebaceous glands and acts as a lubricant, maintaining the suppleness of the skin and also helping to deactivate free radicals.  Moreover, squalane is thought to help diminish age spots and fine lines, as well as increase cell turnover (similar to Retinol/Vitamin A).  It's a great moisturizer that is colourless, odourless, has anti-bacterial properties and is very bio-compatible. 
  Other fabulous ingredients in this restorative serum are lavender, which helps to ease inflammation and promote a more even complexion, and evening primrose oil, which helps to repair the skin's barrier and is also rich in the moisturizing omega 6 fatty acids.  This product is also 99.8% naturally derived and is free of parabens!
  So enjoy your cocktails and late-night parties without the dreadful complexion-diminishing effects.  See you on the dance floor!





More info on the Kiehl's website

Monday, December 6, 2010

Let there be GLITTER!

  Continuing with the holiday sparkle trend (and personal obsession) is this tres exclusive, limited edition glimmering hair spray.  ALTERNA Caviar Glitterati Shimmer Sparkling Shine Spray (now that is a great example of alliteration!), a light hold hair spray that imparts a luxe, not-too-flashy but oh-so-glamorous shine to your hair.  A fantastic aspect of this product is that its formulated without parabens, phthalates, PABAs, mineral oil, DEA, and petrolatum. Available exclusively and only online at Sephora.com, this hairspray is a great way to up the
ante on your holiday look, or serves as the perfect stocking stuffer!!

Caviar Glitterati Shimmer Sparkling Shine Spray

Product info at Sephora