Is Winter Ruining Your Complexion?

Here in southeastern PA we are in the chilly throes of winter. We got a record-breaking foot of snow yesterday, and I've been informed it's only -13 degrees outside! I'm ready for some balmy temps in the 40s! Yes, I know it's winter and this is what winter does, but this is getting crazy. Add to this to my poor dry face, and I'm ready to stay in bed with a good book until spring!

How about you? Are you having winter skin woes? My face is dry, red, and blotchy in places. I've exfoliated and used my good skin serums, but my face isn't responding well. I've never had this issue before, so I wasn't sure what to do. Vaseline, maybe??

I had a small sample of Josie Maran's Argan Oil from Sephora, which I figured was for smoothing hair, and after my bath on a whim I dabbed the oil on my face the other night, and again last night. It's quite dry in my house and I haven't been drinking enough water. 

Today, my skin is noticeably less dry and red, and the blotchy spots have gone down considerably.  I only have a dab left and will need to order some. I think this is going to be my answer. 

In addition to the Argan Oil, I need to stay on top of my 5 glasses of water a day along with my brewed pot of Tevana herbal teas and gently cleansing my skin. 

So how are you faring with this harsh winter dryness? Have you used Argan Oil?

Day 24 of 500 Days of Beauty! FAB's Detox Eye Roller

FirstAid Beauty Detox Eye Roller contains caffeine, a potent vasoconstrictor that constricts the fine blood vessels that cause dark undereye circles.

I am a big fan of under-eye rollers, and use a variety of them. I don't need saggy eyes! There are a ton of under-eye rollers on the market- store brands (like acme!), very high-end versions, and many individual beauty brands have their own. 

But, one of my biggest pet peeves with under eye rollers is that they don't have enough product then, and so you end up dragging a dry rollerball across the already tired and possibly saggy delicate area. 

This product doesn't have that issue. It's in a glass container which allows product to reach the rollerball right when you need it. Don't tip the bottle upside down, too much product can roll out. 

I like that the FirstAid Beauty Detox Eye Roller has an instant effect. Of course, every woman is different- this may not work well if you have very dark under eye circles or very baggy eye circles. I could feel this one working and my under eyes looked smoother and tighter and more 'I have already had a cup of coffee' and less ' Um, I just got up where's my slippers' type of face. 

·                           Hyaluronate and advanced peptides recapture lost volume and increase collagen production to reduce fine lines.

·                           Witch hazel protects and soothes the very delicate skin under the eye.

·                            The unique delivery metal roller ball gently distributes lymphatic build-up from underneath the eyes, resulting in less baggy-looking skin.

·                             Dermatologist recommended, allergy tested and fragrance free.

·                             Within minutes of application, the appearance of the undereye area is improved with more dramatic results over time.

·                             Alleviates undereye puffiness and dark circles.

·                             Diminishes fine lines. Revitalizes, smoothes and brightens the undereye area.

Tired eyes, under eye circles, dark circles, if you need to perk up, this eye roller will give you the lift you desire!

Feels nice and cool when rolling on. Order two, keep one in your handbag and one in your make area at home, even in your office desk drawer.  I really need one here at work!

This product is a must-have!

NO Parabens

NO harsh chemicals or colorants

Safe for sensitive skin

$24 for 0.34 oz.

FirstAid Beauty Detox Eye Roller at available at Sephora or First Aid Beauty.

Roll under the eye and feel a tingle as it goes to work!

Peace & Love & Beauty!

Cyber Monday RoundUp!!! Day 20!

Mally's Holiday Best Sellers Kit

It is Cyber Monday! I don't know about you but my credit card sure is tired!! But the deals, oh the deals, and you don't have to waste 27 minutes trying to park your car!

There are way too many to list here, but I've gathered some of my favorite products to shop and discuss.

SO many AMAZING DEALS today! Ulta.com, Sephora.com, Mally.com, The Body Shop.com, Lush.com, all my favorites and yours are on sale today! Which is your favorite?

For me- it's all about the free shipping! (Each beauty site is different, so please check each site and order carefully for fine print!)

Get Spicy with the Body Shops' GingerSparkle

Don't forget the man in your life- Cyber Monday deals for guys too, like shaving kits at the Art of Shaving. 

Plus, don't miss LUSH's Christmas sellers today. 

The Christmas Candy Box is full of sweeties for your sweetie! 

Taking inspiration from Harry Potter's Weasley twins and their bag of delightful tricks and David Bowie's ever-awesome Ziggy Stardust, LUSH has a fresh crop of happy fun and fizzy holiday treats!

Give or try the Secret Santa Bathbomb with three bath (3!) bombs in one and full of 'the scent of LUSH' - the exclusive 29 High Street perfume.

Or how about the creamy vanilla and cocoa butter Snowman?

I love the Golden Wonder- it sure is! It has a light citrus scent with a hidden gift inside.

You can't go wrong giving or getting bath bombs- they are fun and smell so good! Try all their  Bath Bombs, Luxury Bath Melts and Bubble Bars this holiday season!

PLUS- as an added bonus- read LUSH's party planner! I love these fun and creative ideas, all with the LUSH theme!

HINT HINT- if you don't know what to get your lady friend, or female co-worker, the babysitter, a neighbor, a teacher, really anyone, LUSH's bath bombs are a fun and easy holiday gift- affordable, cute, and this fizzy gift proves you care about the gift recipient's relaxation! Drop a dry bath bomb into a tub full of warm water and watch it fizz with yummy essential oils and scents for your bathing pleasure.

If you aren't sure of what scent they would like, try the Cinders (yellow and red with a cinnamon scent), So White (white with a light apple scent), for example. 

Day 2- The Instant Depuffing Roll-On Gel from the Sephora Collection

Welcome to Day 2 of #500DaysofBeauty!

Woah, this is so exciting. SO many products, and so much time to discuss them all!

Happy Friday and Happy November first! Just two more pages left on the calendar.

Today is another great- the under eye roller. 

Dark circles, not enough sleep, crying, (I hope not!), partying, tired..? 
And not just any eye roller- the Instant Depuffing Roll-On Gel from the Sephora Collection. This product contains HydroSenn+, a wonderful ingredient to refresh and hydrate the eye area.

Picture from sephora.com

This roll-on gel glides on smooth, the gel isn't heavy or sticky. It has a nice texture and the three little balls (or three agitator beads, as the literature says!) feels SO GOOD under my eyes in the morning. 

I get up fairly early and drive to work in the dark, so this little baby works wonders. It gives my under eye area a gentle massage to erase circles and it feels nice and cool. It also is fragrance free and works with all types of skin.

And the best part? No parabens, sulfates, GMOs or Troclosan.

At $16, it’s a steal. Find it online or in your local Sephora store!

Peace & Love & Beauty!