Beauty, Charm & Style

With the summer in full bloom and farmer’s markets are filled with fresh and crisp fruits and vegetables.  There’s nothing more satisfying than buying the best produce the locals farms have to offer and know my future snacks will be yummy in my tummy.

But not only can you eat the fruit and vegetables, you can use them to make your face clean and clear and beautiful.

1. Try combining the following one teaspoon of plain yogurt and 2-3 tablespoons of fresh squeezed orange juice. Mix it in a bowl until it forms a paste, and then apply it to your face. The Vitamin C found in orange juice can do wonders for your complexion! Apply the mask for 5 minutes before washing it off.
2. Cook a peach until its soft and mash with a fork. Add in tablespoon of local honey and oatmeal (not instant, try the slow cook varierty) until its a thick consistency. Apply to skin. Let sit for 10 minutes and then rinse well with cool water.
3. Or, you can try the cucumber trick – a classic beauty move. Take a cucumber and grate it. Cover it, and place it in your freezer for 5 minutes. Take all but 2 teaspoons of the cucumber and mix it with plain yogurt. Next, take 2 pieces of surgical gauze and soak them in cold water. Take those 2 teaspoons of cucumber you set aside and place them in the centers of the pieces of gauze. Ball the two pieces of gauze into a teabag shape and place them over your eyes, applying the yogurt-cucumber mix to your face as a mask. In fifteen minutes, wash the substance off, and your face will be revitalized!

With these fresh ingredients, I know my face is going to get the most nourishment and sustenance available.  Truly additive free masks, the Orange, Peach or Cucumber mask is a perfect end to a summer weekend.

Bon Appetite!

I’m not much of one to use tools when it comes to my personal maintenance; I prefer my own delicate touch and the caress of my fingers.  But I’ve been using an electric toothbrush for a while now and I think I ready for the leap. I’m going to try DermaNew Facial Rejuvenation System.

DermaNew Facial Rejuvenation System

Simple to use, I put the batteries into the Resurfacing Tool and stick the applicator to the LOW side.  I’m hesitant to use the HIGH setting till I see what this baby can do.  Washing and drying my face and pulling back my hair, I dab the cream onto the applicator pad and then dot onto my forehead, cheeks, chin and nose.

Here we go.

The vibrating sensation feels nice on my skin as I rub the cream in small upward circles.  I gently move across my face, careful not to put too much pressure on my skin and not miss a single spot.  A minute later, the bell has rung (literally, there’s a timer on the tool) and I splash warm water on my face to rinse off any remaining residue and I pat dry.

After applying my night cream, my face looks fresh, alive, clean and radiant!  My skin feels soft and supple, like when you leave the spa after a nice facial.  And I’m glad I tried something new today, a little risky behavior has paid off.   The proof is on my face.

The Breakdown:

• 5 piece system includes, Dual Action Resurfacing Tool, Teardrop foam applicator, Sensitive Formula Microdermabrasion Cream, Body Foam Applicator and Polishing Brush.
• Batteries ARE included
• $70.00
• Suitable for Normal and Sensitive skin types

Tips:

• Use twice a week to keep skin rejuvenated
• Use body applicator pad to bring new life to your chest, neck, shoulders, arms, elbows or any other part of your body that needs a little resurrection.