We all need to wear sunscreen no matter what our skin type is or time of year it may be.  Oily or break out prone skin types sometimes have a hard time finding a good moisturizer with SPF that won’t make them feel more oily and won’t aggravate their acne prone skin. Boscia has just developed an oil free moisturizing sunscreen that will help protect and heal your skin, while address anti-aging concerns.

The botanical formula is comprised of a physical sunscreen that will help to protect your skin from environmental damage while also preventing collagen breakdown which causes damage and photo aging to our skin.  One key ingredient called abyssine will help to further protect the skin while providing soothing benefits to address inflammation and irritation. The BB cream also has anti-aging benefits because it will help to promote skin elasticity, while reducing the appearance of fine lines with an ingredient called Hydroxyprolisilane. Hydroxyprolisilane is tissue regenerator that helps to stimulate, strengthen, and protect collagen and elastin fibers. The Boscia BB cream is also hydrating but will not clog your pores due to the oil free formula.

The BB cream has a slight tint to it, which will work for most skin types and will help to even out skin tone and help to address redness. It also works great as a makeup primer to smooth out the skin and help to diminish the appearance of pores. It’s very important to wear an SPF even if you are oily or acne prone. Please remember that wearing a sunscreen is your best defense against premature skin aging.

During any season it’s smart to keep sun protection at arms reach. There are now products however to achieve more then just sun protection bringing you closer to perfection.

Why settle for less when you can get more? With recent technology advances, we are able to achieve better knowledge of ingredients and create products that cover many concerns. If you are looking for a primer to use underneath your makeup but want one that will smooth fine lines, soothe/calm the skin, offer SPF and give some tint to your skin tone then check out the Journee Bio-Restorative Day Cream SPF 30 by Neocutis. If you want a firming moisturizer with SPF and the ability to conceal imperfections look towards the BB Cream SPF 27 by Boscia. Lastly if you wanted a SPF product similar to foundation coverage with added hydration properties, you can apply a product such as Hope in a Tinted Moisturizer SPF 20 by Philosophy.

There are many products on the market but finding one best for your concerns is just at arms reach if you look. I know that I love having a cabinet full of products that battle my skin care troubles and replace them with perfection and you can too!

If conventional mist sunscreen leaves you feeling less than protected, and lotion sunscreen leaves you feeling goopy and greasy then it’s time to reconsider your SPF choices. There’s an awesome new sun protection option in a convenient spray bottle from Goldfaden, a dermatologist developed line that utilizes high concentrations of active ingredients to provide unsurpassed antiaging and antioxidant protection.

Goldfaden Sun Block Spray SPF 30 is fast-absorbing, oil free and fragrance free spray sunscreen that leaves the skin smooth, matte, and protected. The sheer non-whitening formula ensures full UVA and UVB protection, while antioxidants and plant extracts encourage healthy barrier function and repair. Goldfaden is a unique line that utilizes organic red tea extract, an antioxidant that has an extremely high concentration of Super Oxide Dimutase, which provides an ultra-protective barrier from oxidative damage. Studies have found that red tea provides 50 times the antioxidant power of green tea! All of Goldfaden Skincare products are enriched with red tea extract, as is the Goldfaden Sun Block Spray SPF 30!

Goldfaden Sun Block Spray has been featured in American Salon, Cosmetics & Toiletries, as well as Sacramento Bride. The brand has also received numerous mentions from many publications, including legendary People Magazine!

Now that you know about the latest and greatest in SPF technology it’s time to toss those goopy, smelly, pore-clogging sunscreen formulas in the trash and try this little Goldfaden gem. At 2 oz it’s portable and travel-friendly, and at $35 it’s a steal!

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I LOVE SUMMER. And I know I am not the only one out there. When it comes to those beloved sun shining days, a girl has got to be prepared to beat the heat. Here a few product staples to stow in your purse to keep you looking fab all summer long.

Colorescience Pro SPF 35 Sunforgettable Lip Shine – Natural based gloss with a high grade sun protection of SPF 35 and a refreshing hint of spearmint in every shade. Provides your pout with a subtle shimmer and continuous hydration.

Jane Iredale POMMISST Hydration Spray – Rehydrate and energize those slumping skin cells with a light spritz through out your day. Pomegranate extract awakens and protects the skin from any environmental UV damage.

Dr. Michelle Copeland SPF 40 Lotion Mist Sun Block -This unique transparent formulation of Zinc Oxide provides an undetectable broad spectrum of protection with a potent blend of antioxidants and soothing Aloe Vera.

Rene Furterer Protective Summer Fluid- Forgot your floppy beach hat? Not to worry, this waterproof and oil- free spray protect your tresses. Enriched with sesame oil this fluid keeps your stands hydrated with out weighing them down.

Boscia Fresh Blotting Linens- Glowy is good, oily is not. With these blotting linens you’re always equipped for absorbing excess oil and perfecting your polished look.

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Everyone is looking to protect their skin from harmful UV rays that can damage the skin and cause premature aging and skin cancer. But who has the time to slather on creams and lotions? We need something quick and easy on-the-go for our face and body without a greasy residue that can be used on all skin types, including sensitive skin.

Supergoop has the answer for you! Supergoop SPF 30 Sunscreen Wipes with Zinc for Sensitive Skin now offer you an alternative. These handy wipes are pre moistened and formulated to calm and soothe your skin, protect from UV rays and are also water resistant and paraben free!

Each pack contains 40 wipes and is the perfect addition to any sports bag for the on the go lifestyle!

Do you have a favorite sunscreen wipe or swipe?! We love anything as convenient as this and know you do too! Share with us in the comments below!

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The hot summer months are upon us and it’s time to think sun screen. With sun damage being the number one cause of aging skin, sunscreen is the best and easiest way to protect and preserve a youthful appearance.

Purlisse Pur~Protect SPF 30 not only protects your skin from damaging UVA/UVB rays, but it’s also an anti aging moisturizer. This 2 in 1 light weight moisturizer has a unique combination of peptides, Vitamin E, Soy Proteins, White Tea, and Blue Lotus. The powerful antioxidant complex stimulates vascular growth, increases smoothness and firms the skin.

Best of all, you won’t feel like you’re wearing a sunscreen! It has a non-greasy and non-whitening formula, which allows for perfect application under makeup and is great for all skin tones and types. It’s continually a SkinStore staff favorite. Don’t leave home without it this summer!

If you’re on the market for a new sunscreen product for this year’s sizzling summer do we have good news for you! La Roche Posay, an innovative skin care company and progressive sunscreen pioneer launched their newest and best. La Roche Posay Anthelios Mineral Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid SPF 50 is a sheer and lightweight all-mineral sunscreen that provides broad spectrum sun protection. The formula is an elegant fluid that soaks right in without leaving a residue or a white caste on the skin. Micronized Titanium Dioxide offers long-lasting broad spectrum protection with advanced efficacy against UVA and UVB rays, while Cell-Ox Shield, a powerful patent-pending antioxidant complex featuring Senna Alata, protects the skin cells against damage.

The benefits are outstanding, and because this formula contains a natural mineral sunscreen there is no waiting time; once the fluid is applied it’s effective immediately. As minerals naturally adhere to the skin the sheer fluid formula is remarkably water resistant, too! It’s also great for sensitive skin, and acne prone skin as is non-comedogenic.

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The days of greasy, chalky sunscreen are over. Sunscreen formulations are becoming much more elegant, and NIA24 (the sun damage correction & prevention expert) has once again stepped up to the plate with an innovative and impressive sunscreen product. You may be familiar with the renown NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention Mineral Sunscreen SPF 30, a physical sunscreen that helps to correct and prevent sun damage while supplying the skin with Pro-Niacin, a skin-strengthening compound. And now we want to introduce you to NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention Mineral Sunscreen’s big brother! NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention UVA/UVB Sunscreen SPF30 is here just in time for the sunny months.

NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention UVA/UVB Sunscreen SPF30/PA+++ contains a blend of active sunscreens that help to protect the skin from UVA (aging) and UVB (burning) rays. This special SPF blend has a rating of PA+++, which stands for the protection grade of a sun protection factor (SPF) product. While most SPF products receive a rating of PA+, NIA24 receives a rating of PA+++, the highest grade of defense against aging rays.

This advanced, super-absorbent formula contains Pro-Niacin which is clinically shown to improve skin tone, texture, and reduce hyper pigmentation caused by previous sun damage. It also contains ceramides, which promote vibrancy, and mango butter which nourishes the skin. Although this product is power-packed with a lot of ingredients it absorbs very quickly and doesn’t ever leave your skin feeling greasy or looking shiny. And because this formula is made to be sheer you can rest assured that you’ll never have a white residue left behind. NIA24 Sun Damage Prevention UVA/UVB Sunscreen SPF30/PA+++ works great for all skin types, is oil-free, non-comedogenic and is dermatologist recommended!

This elegant product provides your skin with superb protection without feeling medicinal or smelling like your grandma’s sunscreen. Now you’ve really got no excuses to expose your delicate skin to the sun’s harmful rays.

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Entering our 30’s we hear that these are the best times of our lives. We are given the opportunity to have careers, babies, or travel the world. But what does this mean for our skin, and how do we know if we are making the right choices for our new age and concerns?

Most of us have been warned about the dangers of the sun because our parents told us to wear sunscreen and not use foil and baby oil, so we are hoping to look better than our mothers and fathers. The question is how do we keep looking young? Advancements in skin care have come a long way in just the past 5-10 years, and all these tricks and potions are at our fingertips just waiting to be explored. To make it easy, here are the top things you need for your 30’s when it comes to your skin.

1. Wear your sunscreen: Yes we know this, but let’s really practice what we preach ladies and gentlemen.  Skin cancer is the leading type of cancer right now, and we can help prevent it by just covering up and wearing a sunscreen. An SPF of at least a 30 is suggested. Due to variations in formulations there are sunscreens that are oil free, hydrating, and even great for you sensitive skin types. There are no exceptions on this one, wear your sunscreen please! We like La Roche Posay sunscreens and so do our customers.

2. Take your vitamins:  They don’t look like cartoon characters at this age, but they can make us look and feel young well into our 40’s and beyond. Vitamins A, C, E are essential for healthy skin, strong immune systems, and overall wellness. Also, please wear your vitamins. Get a great antioxidant serum, this will protect your skin against further damage and help to correct unsightly sun damage. Retin-A is said to be one of the most powerful products in helping to promote collagen production and cell turnover. This is essential because collagen levels have already started to deplete by the age of 30.

3. Use an eye cream: At the age of 30 we start seeing the first signs of aging right before our very eyes, or under our eyes I should say. Those beautiful browns or beaming blues and greens can continue to remain as the center of attention with a little help from a great eye cream. A serum formulation for day will help tighten and provide that wide awake look. A slightly more hydrating cream formula for use in the PM, will help hydrate and regenerate the delicate tissue under the eye. A great eye cream for that is the Arcona Eye Wrinkle Repair.

4. Try alpha hydroxy acids: AHA’s are very anti-aging because they help to smooth lines, even out skin tone, and give your skin a nice healthy glow. AHA’s will also help to promote cell turnover by exfoliating your skin and should be incorporated into your weekly regimen. SkinCeuticals C+AHA is an excellent choice because it provides 15% L-Ascorbic Acid and 10% alpha hydroxyl acid. Antioxidants and exfoliation all in one product make this a great multi tasking necessity.

5. Tools for success: These include the Clarisonic, Baby Quasar, Nuface or the Wellbox device. Tools will help boost the benefits of any skin care regimen you are currently using. They will help to exfoliate, repair, tighten, and rejuvenate the skin. They save time and money because you can treat your skin in the privacy of your home for a fraction of the cost when compared to the doctor’s office or medispa.

The most important thing to remember is to do your research, but don’t believe everything you read. Be educated about what to expect, but don’t make your self crazy. A lot of consumers tend to overdo it and can cause damage to their skin. The trick is balance, education, and prevention.

Goodbye 20’s… Hello to the fabulous 30’s!

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A friend and I recently brought our Basset Hounds to a 4th of July parade where a local Basset rescue participates every year in the parade. There were over 100 of the short, floppy eared irresistible pooches. Some on leashes, some on floats, some on wagons… some even sporting costumes! It was a howl to see that many hounds waddle down the street!

The weather however turned out to be much warmer than anticipated. Instead of the usual coastal 70’s with a cool breeze, we were hit with 90 plus degree weather! Halfway down the parade route most of our dogs flopped down in the middle of the road in a shaded grove. Needless to say the parade stopped for about 10 minutes!

As I’m sure you’ve all read in our many postings about taking care of your skin and protecting yourself from sun exposure and heat; our pets, namely dogs and cats, don’t have the capability to cool off by sweating. If you take your pet out for a family event make sure you bring food and water. Bring an umbrella or choose a shaded area. When dogs and cats need to cool off they pant. The hotter they get the faster they pant. Providing shade and cool water for them to drink can help alleviate the stress and danger of overheating.

Of course NEVER leave your pet unattended inside a parked car during summer heat. Cars can quickly turn into saunas. Even in mild weather a car with it’s windows up, or even slightly cracked can heat well above 90 degrees or more and your pet can get heat exhaustion, heat stroke or worse within minutes!

During our summer heat waves make sure you and your pet drink plenty of water. Limit your sun exposure. A dip in the pool, fountains, or sprinklers will all help to release some of that body heat. If you decide to let your dog swim with you keep in mind not all dogs do well in water. Never leave your dog unattended near a pool, pond or lake. Remember to put your sunscreen on at least 30 minutes before going outdoors and reapply every 90 minutes. Dogs with lighter colored coats or pale pink skin need sun protection too! Noses, bellies and inside the ears are particularly vulnerable. Contact your local veterinarian or pet store for suggestions on what types of sunscreens are safe for your pet.