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Beauty Tip Tuesday: How To Self Tan and Protect Sun shy? Don’t cry! Jergens has your back…and your face, arms and legs. Adding to their amazing lineup of moisturizers and self-tanning products with super moisturizing are two new self-tanning products designed to do this and so much more. JERGENS Natural GLOW & Protect is a self-tanning moisturizer with a healthy touch of SPF 20. From experience, the texture is surprisingly sheer considering all the super ingredients in its mix. If you’re on-the-go often or practically white as a sheet like me, one application will prove positive in giving your skin a beautiful, healthy glow while protecting it from dangerous rays. The product comes nicely packaged in a 6 fl oz tube and is available in two shades ranging from light skin tones to dark skin tones. Purchase Jergens at drugstores across the nation or simply visit www.jergens.com.  - Mary Winkenwerder
 Tue, 10th Apr — 1 note

We’re calling on YOU: Libby’s Legacy Breast Cancer Foundation Fighting the Good Fight in the Pink Well Challenge

Many organizations in our ever sweet city of Orlando are fighting the good fight when it comes to a variety of topics. With the world as diverse as it is, many people have their cause and do what they can to support it. Health however, is one topic we all have affection for. Whether you have a moment of requiring assistance or a close family member or friend does, we can all rally together with hope for healing.

One local foundation, Libby’s Legacy, focuses on providing “comprehensive breast health care to the underserved Central Florida community through education, mammograms, follow up diagnostics and Hope Coaches on the journey from diagnosis to treatment.”

What a marvelous and devoted contribution to society!

As of January 2012, through the generous act of donation, over 2,100 Breast Health services have been provided and 5 “LIVE BIG” cruises have set sail. Also amazing, 44 breast cancers have been diagnosed through these lifesaving diagnostics. With nonprofit organizations such as Libby’s, Orlando is beyond fortunate to say they hail from our City Beautiful.

What can YOU do to ensure this most wonderful palace of hope keeps the fight going strong?

Vote for Libby’s Legacy in the Pink Well Challenge, which is the online video voting competition that began on January 16 and runs until May 15, 2012. Libby’s found themselves in this competition after being one of the top 30 finalists back in October. This part of the competition offers the opportunity to win $50,000!

Folks can vote once a day, every day until May 15 using each email account they have and also through Facebook and Twitter. Winner of this endearing competition is picked by the highest number of votes and stands to earn additional matching donation funds up to $45,000, which to say the least, would be an amazing event for a nonprofit agency such as Libby’s.

Friends, our local organization needs us! Let’s all vote and support! Please visit here: www.pinkwell.org and search for Libby’s Legacy.  Remember we all can stand up together to fight for our mothers, sisters, wives, daughters and friends.

Check this out too: http://pinkwell.org/voting/#applicant-143

- Megan Hyde

Mon, 30th Jan — 0 notes
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Beauty Tip Thursday: How To Gift Practically with Tata Harper Practical and functional gift-giving is top priority for many this holiday season. What will you be gifting that could possibly blindside someone with pleasant thoughts every time it is used? Here’s a hint…Winter Repair Essentials from the darling of skin care herself, Tata Harper. What rests in the beautifully brilliant green velvet bag are three 100% natural products bound to keep skin healthy and feeling great. Here’s what’s inside this bag: Eyes will adore Tata’s Restorative Eye Cream. Set in aloe vera leaf juice are mango seed butter, lavandula flower, olive oil and other beautiful ingredients. Simply gently apply around the eye area using your fingertips. Face, neck and décolleté will drink in the purity of Rejuvenating Serum and Reparative Moisturizer. Rejuvenating Serum binds to skin restoring vital moisture. Apply day and night to face, neck and décolleté with fingertips. Your daily cosmetic makeup may be applied over this versatile moisturizing serum. Applied alone to bare skin or layered over the Rejuvinating Serum, Reparative Moisturizer — with safflower, jojoba and vitamin E — provides moisture and protection. Again, your daily cosmetic makeup may be applied and worn directly over the Reparative Mosturizer. What separates the brand from others in this beauty blogger’s book of beauty is that the products are all 100% natural, and Tata herself has a direct handle on how they are created.  Her process is amazing. Splurging on this hybrid face care fantasy is well worth the investment.  The products are simple to incorporate into everyday routines, and regular use improves skin performance and over all brilliance. The formulas are well thought out and serve as a worthy cause in the betterment of skin. The only thing that could possibly make this set any better would be to slip a Refreshing Cleanser and Hydrating Floral Essence into that little green bag before gifting. Stuff these natural phenomena in a stocking, under the tree or directly into hand!  - Mary Winkenwerder    Web link:  http://www.tataharperskincare.com/    
 Thu, 1st Dec — 3 notes

Beauty Tip Thursday! How To Smooth Noticeable Facial Lines Organically:  No Parallel Parking On This Face

When was the last time you took a good look at your face?  Not some quick glance and then a flash mental note of “I look ok or great” to satisfy the ego, I mean a really good look.  Are there parallel lines noticeable enough to parallel park?  Many experience this unpleasant realization.  Some run to BOTOX or other injectable treatments as a semi-term solution.  Others run in droves to the nearest drug store searching for the newest topical remedy.  Are there other alternatives to what already exists?

Speaking from experience, having had BOTOX at some point in time was a great experience for me.  While many would argue the perils of having refined and purified botulism injected into their face, they believe the salvation of their skin lies within other means and would prefer any natural alternative.  Until recently, I had no idea there was a natural and organic ingredient product to make the lines on your face more unnoticeable.  richibrown organic NATOX was introduced into my fold of cosmetic knowledge.  The initial boasts are No Animal Testing, as little carbon footprint as possible, 100% natural and meeting stringent ECOCERT standards. 

A pain-free alternative to needle therapy, Organic NATOX has undergone six years of creation including double-blind placebo controlled clinical studies.  Application is a breeze, simply apply to clean skin.  This means no other topical treatments, self tanners or makeup on your skin before placing on skin.  Upon application, the rich cream of natural ingredients immediately activates and starts to work to smooth lines on the face.  There is a slight sensation as the skin firms.  Nothing tingly or stingy, but the kind of sensation that gives you confidence the job is getting done.  Out of curiosity in my latest conversation with richibrown Co-Founder John Richardson, it was discovered that NATOX can be smoothed over sites that have been treated with BOTOX and fillers.  The application of course enhances the treatment topically.  For me, the product worked quite well.  There were no more lines to parallel park on the ‘ole forehead. John also told me that I would be able to successfully wear cosmetic makeup over my treated NATOX skin…and he was right!  For those who seek a new organic alternative to the conventional waves of topical line smoothers, NATOX is your best bet.  The dream cream can be found with a visit to www.richibrown.com. Oh yeah, this product is hot, hot, hot and can not, not, not be found in retail stores or even in the states…only on the company’s website.  …didn’t think you wanted to start charging for parking on one of your favorite features!   

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- Mary Winkenwerder

Photo Credit:  richibrown 

             

Thu, 13th Oct — 16 notes
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Beauty Tip Tuesday!   bois précieux  銘木  precious woods legni pregiati ценных пород дерева In many parts of the world, autumn holds the promise of new beginnings.  The air grows crisp, richer colors sprinkle across landscapes, senses heighten and fragrances take on a more natural woodsy role.  PATYKA has captured the best of this season with ultra-moisturizing body oil.       Certain elements come together and produce an experience worthy of many visits.  Extracts of vertiver and tonaka bean create a warm and elegant parfum that envelopes the senses upon application.  A potent cell regeneration agent, ylang, ylang also provides a soothing and relaxing scent.  Application is simple, pour oil onto the hand and apply to a desired area before bed time.  Having used the woodsy oil before bedtime produced a more solid night’s rest and the aromatherapy makes for a happy wake up in the morning.  Not only did I have a great night’s sleep, my skin was incredibly smooth…what a way to start a new day!  Both ladies and gents will want to invest in this product for these buzz-worthy and other socially aware reasons.             Precious Woods Body Oil is just one in a series of natural ingredient products.  To add to the impressive products, PATYKA also donates 1% of its turnover to NGO (non-governmental organizations) supporting ecological projects.  All products are certified organic by the internationally independent recognized ECO CERT and NEVER tested on animals.  To top off the many accolades of this eco-conscious company, products are packaged in “tree-free” containers made from sugar cane residue, flax and hemp because according to PATYKA, “nothing is lost and everything is transformed.” If you’re looking for the ultimate in cruelty-free, eco-friendly skin care, PATYKA is for you.  Visit www.patyka.com for this and other incredible products for your over-all wellness.        - Mary Winkenwerder   Photo credit: PATYKA 
Tue, 4th Oct — 11 notes
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Beauty Tip Thursday! Breaking Up Is Hard To Do?  Really?  Breaking up can be hard to do…or so the song goes.  When cellulite breaks up, the tune changes and there is call for celebration.  There are many ways to break up the lumps and bumps that leave skin looking like an orange peel, but one stands out above all.  One seemingly buffs it away… HoneyBelle™ Belle Core Body Buffer was conceived by fitness director, triathlete and super model Nancy Donahue and her business partner Susan Anton Pasanen, who saw the device’s potential for health and wellness.  Originally the device was developed to soothe sore muscels after athletic activity and it ended up having an important side effect-it helped to diminish the appearance of cellulite.  Each device is nestled in a convenient round white and silver patent-surfaced case with a handle on top.  Inside, three terry cloth buffer pad covers, a tube of contouring cream, an instructional DVD and a booklet sharing useful details await full use.  In my best experience, the body buffer is simple to use.  Place on target area, make sure it’s plugged in, push the small grey button on top and hold on…this device has serious power and movement.  Results can be seen immediately, although not everyone may have the same results.  To experience the best break up in the history of break ups, visit Neiman Marcus stores or www.bellebodybuffer.com.  While some breakups can be quite costly, you can get away with this one for only $395.00.  Shake it up baby!  -Mary Winkenwerder    Link to product:  bellebodybuffer.com Photo credit:  Belle Core
 Thu, 29th Sep — 5 notes
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Beauty Tip Tuesday: Bare Minimum… Joining the ranks of powders that deliver a gorgeous luminescent splash of sun is Bare Minimum Pressed Powder Bronzer Golden #48 by non other than one of the most noticeable cosmetic gurus, Sonia Kashuk.  A fusion gold signature “S” rests within a lightly toasted bronze pressed powder.  Approached together by Sonia’s mini kabuki brush, the colors come to life by gently enhancing all features they meet.  Face and body take on new dimensions with a hint of Sonia’s color genius.  Add this bronzing gem to your cosmetic collection for only $9.99 by visiting www.target.com.  - Mary Winkenwerder    Photo Credit:  Target.com    
 Tue, 27th Sep — 4 notes
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Beauty Tip Thursday: Elure Votre Journée One of the first signs of ‘melanin gone wild’ can be visibly seen as sun spots or hyper pigmentation.  Whether caused by an internal chemical reaction or too much sun exposure, the new formation of hyper pigmentation can cause some amount of vanity trauma.  In response to countless situations of this nature, Elure Skin has created a perfectly cut diamond with its simple-to-use topical solution for darker than normal surface area skin spots. Advanced Skin Lightening Lotion is one of a three part system dedicated to reducing melanin with excellent tolerability and in a safe manner.  While many topical lightening products boast results with the use of hydraquinone, Elure credits a naturally occurring enzyme, Melanozyme,™ for delivering results in producing even skin tone in as little as seven days.  To date, Elure has the only range of comprehensive, scientifically based products to take direct corrective action, temporarily reducing pigmentation.  If hyper pigmentation has grown to be a challenge, visit www.elureskin.com for more details about Advanced Skin Lightening Lotion, educational information and to start a personal care regime.   - Mary Winkenwerder Link to site:  http://www.elureskin.com/ Photo Credit:  Elure Skincare
Thu, 22nd Sep — 4 notes