Dry skin remedy: Bio-Oil
4Aug10
Post by Erika Mercado
On a recent trip to South Africa, I found my skin to be very dry so I set out to find a local product at the chemist; I enjoy finding local remedies when I travel. What the chemist had recommended was Bio–Oil. She let me try it on my skin and it quickly absorbed and had a good smell –I’ll take it!
I continued to use the product while in the South Africa and upon my arrival to NYC and it had done wonders- making my skin so smooth and even toned. Thinking I could only get it in South Africa, I was surprised when to I found it at Duane Reade. Made with a no preservatives and a medley of good stuff (Vitamin A and E, Calendula, Lavender, and Chamomile oils) this summer my secret has been Bio-Oil. I apply after it after the shower, and I’m good to go. Great healthy skin, what else could a girl ask for?
Price: $19.99/4 fl oz., $11.99/2 fl oz. For more information visit www.bio-oil.com
Affiliation: Pretty Connected has nothing to disclose.
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Secret Clinical Strength Waterproof Advanced Solid Review
7Jul10
For anyone who was in NYC for the 4th of July, as far as the climate goes, you know it was pretty miserable. To Brooklyn’s disappointment the fireworks we’re held over the Hudson River instead of the traditional East River location (congratulations Jersey). Mixed in with 90+ degree weather, a blazing sun, no breeze and I think I’ve made my point. However, while I felt like a pile of sweat, my deodorant did not quit on me. Secret Clinical Strength Waterproof Advanced Solid deodorant ($.9.99) survived the heat, subway, and kiddie pool while offering a subtle flowery-powdered scent and formula that managed to keep me dry and sweat free.
The creamy formulation is both hypoallergenic and waterproof with 12+hour long lasting protection. It absorbs easily into skin without leaving behind any white marks or stains and contains skin-soothing conditioners such as dimethicane and petrolatum for an extra level of comfort and smoothness that helps more
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Daylight Defense by Dermalogica
28Jun10
I was given 3 pieces of advice when leaving for Colorado; bring a good book, watch out for the altitude (drink lots of water), and pack your sunscreen.
Done and done. Since I don’t like to check baggage, for sunscreen I went with Dermalogica’s Limited Edition Daylight Defense Kit. It’s very compact and consist of four sun-protecting products all of which are under 3oz, making it the perfect set to bring on my travels.
The Set includes:
- Solar Defense Booster SPF30 (.34 oz.) – a lightweight face lotion that can be added to your moisturizer, foundation or worn alone for SPF 30 protection.
- MultiVitamin Body Block SPF20 (1.7 oz) – nourishing body sunscreen that blends effortlessly onto skin with Shea Butter and Evening Primrose that helps hydrate skin and protect against dryness. It also contains Panthenol which helps skin recover from previous sun damage.
- After Sun Repair (1.3 oz) – after sun balm that helps repair recent UV damage, and soothe skin from overexposure from the sun. Formulated with a blend of homeopathic herbs to reduce redness and soothe painful sunburn.
- Solar Shield SPF15 (.28 oz)- Water resistant, sun protecting moisture stick for lips, ears and nose.
All items in the kit are made with UV Smart Booster Technology, a customized microcapsule that safeguard active vitamins, which burst open upon contact with UV rays to protect against free radicals (what causes wrinkles, loss of elasticity, age spots, discoloration… and all that bad stuff) and is more
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Tie One Off Father’s Day Set From Votre Vu
18Jun10
Post by Mike Twombly
Every year, the weeks leading up to Father’s Day are the same. You struggle with what to buy him, and eventually just break down and ask. But if your father is anything like mine, he’ll probably tell you he doesn’t need anything that badly, and that anything you can come up with will be fine. One suggestion to save yourself that headache is to get him something that he wouldn’t normally choose for himself – especially something that will be an upgrade to some of the things he already uses everyday. That’s just what Votre Vu had in mind with their ‘Tie One Off‘ Father’s Day Set.
The set features four different products, all designed to indulge your dad and help him look his best. Let’s start with the Ten Gauge energy shot – a fresh and flavorful juice drink for the morning, after work or the gym. Amazingly, in only 30 calories they packed in many all natural healthy supplements including B Vitamins, Selenium, Yerba Mate extract and Sea Buckthorn. This blend will both energize dad and help maintain his virility, something he wouldn’t be celebrating Father’s Day without! *cringe*
Most Dads love simplicity, and a product like Votre Vu’s ‘Formula 1 Hair, Face, and Body Wash’ (3.0 fl. oz) will definitely please even the more
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Kiehl’s Double Dutch Event – Saturday, June 5th
3Jun10
Frustrated you’re stuck in the city this weekend? Well jump it out (for a good cause)!
Kiehl’s Since 1851 will be hosting a Double Dutch Event and Fundraiser to benefit The Lower Eastside Girls Club. For every correct jump you do, Kiehl’s is donating 25¢ the help send members of The Lower Eastside Girls Club to a seven-week summer camp program in the Adirondacks.
Don’t remember how to do the double dutch? No worries, Renée Laster of The Lower Eastside Girls Club is teaching everyone the basics.
WHEN: Saturday, June 5, 2010, 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM
WHERE: Kiehl’s Since 1851 New York Flagship store, 109 Third Avenue (at 13th St), NYC
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