A favorite of doctors and patients since 1998, Kelo-cote has been clinically proven to reduce the redness, hardness, elevation, itch and pain associated with scars. It has also demonstrated efficacy in preventing scars as well. It is safe and effective for scars resulting from surgery, trauma, or burns. Kelo-cote helps to reduce scars and restore confidence.
Kelo-cote’s patented formulation is 100% silicone and self-dries to form a transparent, odorless, waterproof sheet that acts like an extra layer of the skin to create the optimal healing environment. When used as directed, Kelo-cote has been shown to flatten, soften and smooth scars, relieve the itching and discomfort of scars, as well as reduce the discoloration associated with scars. Kelo-cote is effective for both old and new scars, and may help in the prevention of excessive and abnormal scar formation.
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Giveaway starts: 4/12/2012
Giveaway Ends: 4/18/2012
5 winners will be randomly selected on or after 4/19/2012.
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So you wake up and notice a huge imperfection on your skin, you’re already running late for work and hardly have any time to get dressed let alone put on makeup. So what do you do with this red, inflamed angry blemish on your skin? Try the Murad Acne Treatment Concealer; that’s right I said treatment concealer so it actually heals your skin and covers up blemishes; talk about a multi-tasker!
The Murad Acne Treatment Concealer is an Allure best in beauty award winner, and it really is no surprise. The concealer comes in two colors, light and medium to cover any flaw. It contains 2% salicylic acid which helps to decongest the pore while preventing bacteria from spreading; and bisabolol derived from chamomile to help soothe the skin and reduce inflammation. It’s oil-free and provides long lasting coverage, helping to clear active breakouts while preventing new ones. It comes in a perfectly sized stick applicator that easily fits into your purse or makeup bag, for a quick application. For a more precise application use a concealer brush or a Q-tip will do the trick!
The next time your skin has a reaction, treat and conceal the problem with the Murad Acne Treatment Concealer, so you can go on with your busy day!
The warm weather is approaching so it’s time to get our skin back in shape. The Arcona Mandarin Brightening Peel will work wonders for dull and tired skin, and you only need to use it once a week to get glowing and healthy skin.
This brightening peel uses orange zest, glycolic and lactic acid to gently but effectively exfoliate the skin, revealing a much healthier complexion. It will help to improve the clarity, texture, and brighten your skin while reducing fine lines and wrinkles that are caused by environmental damage. The Arcona Mandarin Brightening Peel also contains lycopene and mandarin extract which are powerful antioxidants that help keep our skin protected. This easy-to-use at home peel will deliver professional results at a fraction of the cost. Many of us we are looking for a topical and safe product to use that will help address hyperpigmentation. The Arcona Mandarin Brightening Peel contains Nonapeptide-1 and Sepiwhite which will help to even out skin tone, while reducing the formation of unwanted pigmentation. Both ingredients provide a more natural approach to skin lightening that has been proven to be highly effective.
The Arcona Mandarin Brightening Peel can be used once a week in the AM or PM. We highly suggest using an SPF in conjunction with this peel or any other skin brightening products. We recommend the Arcona Reozone SPF 30. The Arcona Reozone sunscreen contains hyaluronic acid and green tea to hydrate and protect your skin as well as Vitamins A and C to help fight sun damage.
With so many ingredients and buzz words in skin care it can be hard to keep up. But don’t fret because we are going to keep you in the know by defining peptides.
Peptides are naturally occurring chemical messengers, each one instructs the skin to behave in a certain manner. Some peptides can reduce the signs of aging by increasing collagen production, which will firm the skin from the inside. Other peptides send the message for the skin to “relax” and the result is wrinkle reduction.
Euoko Y-30 Intense Lift Concentrate has Leuphasyl peptide that helps regulate muscle contraction. This is especially beneficial for reducing the depth of wrinkles around the eyes and forehead areas.
Kate Somerville HydraKate Line Release Face Serum has the peptide Matrixyl 3000 (Pentapeptide-3) to aid in the synthesis of new collagen. It is stronger than Vitamin C and works faster than Retinol without the irritating side-effects.
Peter Thomas Roth UnWrinkle has the peptide Tripeptide, synthetic snake venom that temporarily debilitates the muscle, keeping it from contracting and thereby smoothing lines in the wrinkle prone area.
Do you want realistic color and quick? Spring is here and as soon as you know it, we’ll be saying hello to Summer! With a quick and easy application, you can achieve your golden hues in just a few painless swipes. The Dr. Dennis Gross Alpha Beta Glow Pads are enriched with microencapsulated DHA & soy proteins. They also have included Vitamin D into their formulation along with Alpha and Beta Hydroxy acids to help tighten pores, eliminate blackheads, fade existing dark spots while providing a streak-free glow. Each easy pad application can provide long lasting color without odors and with added anti-aging benefits. The color is realistic and not fake looking since it adjusts to your natural skin tone. We love these color quick fix pads and you should too! So before you go out to your local department store and vouch to do a messy self- tan application, remember you can find these Alpha Beta Glow pads at SkinStore.com.
And now, just when we thought it couldn’t get any better… Dr. Dennis Gross has come out with Alpha Beta Glow Pads for Body. Yes, you read that correctly – the same great technology is now packed into a larger pad making it easier than ever to get glowing skin on your entire body. Glow Pad for Body is the only exfoliating & anti-aging self-tanner with Active Vitamin D that firms, smooths bumpy skin, and helps reduce hair growth. We are amazed and you will be too!
April is National Rosacea Awareness Month. To celebrate, here are some facts about rosacea:
- Rosacea affects 14 million Americans
- The true cause of Rosacea is unknown
- There is no cure for Rosacea, only various methods of managing the symptoms
- Treatments for Rosacea include both oral and topical medications, as well as laser and light-based treatments
- Gentle skin care products are recommended for Rosacea-prone skin
- Blueberries are a fabulous anti-redness ingredient
Indeed, blueberries have vaso-constricting and vaso-protective properties. Blueberries have made it into the consumer media and popular advertising campaigns as a healthful fruit to eat: they are filled with antioxidants, purple, round, and delicious. The Vaccinium myrtillus L. fruit, known in English as bilberry or blueberry, has powerful protective properties which have been known and utilized since the Middle Ages. Today, blueberries are even claimed to be “the most powerful antioxidants of all.”
However, there still is limited awareness of the potential benefits of blueberries on the skin. Indeed several compounds, in particular polyphenols (including anthocyanins, resveratrol and iron chelators such as quercetin and myricetin) and vitamins have been isolated from the Vaccinium myrtillus L. plant. The least known benefits of blueberries are their vaso-protective (protection of the cutaneous capillaries) properties.
Blueberries play a role in the management of flushing symptoms: they tighten and protect fine capillaries thanks to anthocyanins and are thus ideal in skin care products targeting redness-prone skin. The vaso-protective effects of blueberries began to be described in the 1960′s when the fruit’s capillary resistance and permeability were first analyzed. Since, studies have confirmed that blueberries increase capillary resistance.
So eat your blueberries, but put them on your face too!
The warmer weather is here so it’s time to shed your dull winter skin and get it in shape for Spring. We think the FarmHouse Fresh Spendid Dirt Mud Mask will do just the trick. It is a nutrient mud mask with organic pumpkin puree that will refresh and revitalize your dull tired skin. It will address red, sensitive and blotchy skin by helping to calm and soothe while removing impurities. It also contains live yogurt cultures which will help to boost your skin’s radiance and deep cleanse your pores.
If you suffer from redness and broken capillaries, this mask will help to lessen the appearance and even out skin tone, by using Ho Wood Essential Oil to calm the skin and reduce redness. Splendid Dirt is nutrient rich in Llite and Bentonite clays to nourish and purify the skin by deep cleansing pores and improving circulation.
As you use the Splendid Dirt Mud Mask you will notice a mild tingling sensation which is oxygenating the skin and increasing circulation, and as the mask dries your skin will be smooth and skin blotchiness will be reduced. The Splendid Dirt Mud Maskis ideal for sensitive, dehydrated, fragile or acne prone skin types, and can be used 2-3 times per week for best results.
The Splendid Dirt Mud Mask is 99.6% natural, gluten free and like all FarmHouse Fresh products is paraben and sulfate free. It also would make a perfect gift for anyone who wants to detox and refresh their skin.
If you’d like to indulge your skin in the ultimate spa experience, look towards Elemis. One of their most popular and effective products to date is the Pro-Collagen Marine Cream.
This luxurious cream features the marine extract Padina Pavonica which helps to offer great anti-aging benefits in just over two weeks of use. The product is tried and tested to reduce wrinkles by 19% and increase hydration by up to 45%. The formulation also contains Ginko Biloba to stimulate cells and Porphyridium to help promote cell regeneration. If you have the consistency to use this product in your daily regimen and want that firm and lifted appearance over time then you should look into this gratifying product.
Your long awaited arrival is finally here in your arms, but just what are those little bumps on your baby’s skin? Newborn’s skin can be prone to all sorts of rashes and skin conditions. Luckily most are harmless and will go away on their own with time. If your baby has less than perfect cherub skin, no need to worry! Here’s a list of common skin conditions that newborns may encounter in the first few months of life and how to best treat them.
Baby Acne is very common and caused by exposure to the mother’s hormones while in the womb. No treatment is necessary. They can last a few weeks or months after birth and disappear on their own.
Cradle Cap also known as seborrhea often appears at 1-2 months of age. Due to excess oil a greasy, yellowish crust or scales can appear on the scalp. This can also be accompanied by a red irritating rash on the face, behind the ears, neck and arm pits. Contrary to popular belief cradle cap is not due to poor hygiene, but by an excessively oily scalp caused by the transfer of hormones from mother to baby at the end of pregnancy. We suggest Mustela Foam Shampoo for Newborns with this condition. This formula gently cleanses scalp while maintaining its fragile balance. The mild exfoliating action of AHA’s helps soften and rinse away cradle cap flakes. Mustela Stelaker is a great product to use in addition to the shampoo. It helps to remove cradle cap and restore balance and comfort to the baby’s delicate skin. Aloe Vera and Borage Oil relieve itching skin and soothe discomfort.
Dry peeling skin is often seen in babies that are born late. Don’t fret, the skin underneath is perfectly moist and plump. After the skin has flaked off that uber “soft as a baby’s bottom” skin will appear.
Milia are little white bumps on the face and nose that are caused by blocked oil glands. As the baby’s oil glands enlarge over the days and weeks after birth the white bumps will disappear.
Eczema is red, itchy dry patches of skin that is often found on the baby’s chest, arms, legs, face, elbows and behind the knees. It is caused by dry, sensitive skin, and can be exacerbated by allergies. In general treatment may consist of a very gentle fragrance free, dye free soap, using gentle detergents and no fabric softener in the baby’s laundry and topical moisturizing creams. Your pediatrician may prescribe a steroid cream like hydrocortisone if the eczema is persistent. We suggest Mustela Stelatopia Moisturizing Cream to nourish and rebalance very dry, lipid-depleted skin. This moisturizer quickly soothes irritated skin and limits the use of corticosteroids by up to 75%.
Erythema Toxicum is another common skin condition that looks like hives or mosquito bites. The cause is unknown, but fades after a few days or weeks with no treatment necessary.
Prickly Heat appears as small red bumps located on the areas of the body that tend to overheat and sweat like the neck, diaper area, and armpits. To treat, simply keep the area dry and avoid overheating by wearing loose fitting clothing especially in warmer months.
So you wake up and notice a huge imperfection on your skin, you’re already running late for work and hardly have any time to get dressed let alone put on makeup. So what do you do with this red, inflamed angry blemish on your skin? Try the 
The warm weather is approaching so it’s time to get our skin back in shape. The 
With so many ingredients and buzz words in skin care it can be hard to keep up. But don’t fret because we are going to keep you in the know by defining peptides.
Do you want realistic color and quick? Spring is here and as soon as you know it, we’ll be saying hello to Summer! With a quick and easy application, you can achieve your golden hues in just a few painless swipes. The 
xidants, purple, round, and delicious. The Vaccinium myrtillus L. fruit, known in English as bilberry or blueberry, has powerful protective properties which have been known and utilized since the Middle Ages. Today, blueberries are even claimed to be “the most powerful antioxidants of all.”
We are so excited to announce our latest giveaway! Starting now, through April 11 you can enter to win 1 of 10 
The warmer weather is here so it’s time to shed your dull winter skin and get it in shape for Spring. We think the 
If you’d like to indulge your skin in the ultimate spa experience, look towards Elemis. One of their most popular and effective products to date is the 
Your long awaited arrival is finally here in your arms, but just what are those little bumps on your baby’s skin? Newborn’s skin can be prone to all sorts of rashes and skin conditions. Luckily most are harmless and will go away on their own with time. If your baby has less than perfect cherub skin, no need to worry! Here’s a list of common skin conditions that newborns may encounter in the first few months of life and how to best treat them.
ilia are little white bumps on the face and nose that are caused by blocked oil glands. As the baby’s oil glands enlarge over the days and weeks after birth the white bumps will disappear.
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