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A powerful new anti-ageing cream from COLLIN Resultime – the Re-densifying Cream

Wednesday, May 16th, 2012

Introducing the ‘Redensifying Cream’ from COLLIN RESULTIME

This day and night product is designed and developed especially to fulfil the needs of skin at 50+ years.

So, is you are a more mature bride-to-be, or maybe your Mum is concerned with ageing and she is looking for a product which will improve the condition of her skin for the wedding day, then I highly recommend this amazing skincare product from COLLIN.

I’ve moved many of my other skincare products to one side since I discovered COLLIN – my first introduction to the brand was their iconic Regenerating Collagen Gel which transformed my skin in a matter of weeks and is something I cannot be without! I’m also ‘addicted’ to their 3D Lip Balm and their body products are also a firm favourite of mine.

I was so excited about this new product and it has not failed to impress me – after using this product for only a few weeks, my skin feels stronger/ more lifted and my complexion is definitely more radiant.

Here is some more information about the product:

• Collagen production will be boosted by 96% which means your skin will be firmer and redensifyed.
• The jaw line will be strengthened and lifted.
• Brown pigmentation will be lightened.
• The overall appearance will be radiant and more youthful.

The 50ml cream should be used daily am and pm on clean, dry skin, alone or over the Wrinkle Control Cellular Serum.

At 50 years + hormonal changes modify the skin structure which becomes dehydrated, loose and dull. Pigmentation from damages caused decades ago now appear on the skins surface. This is because collagen networks diminish and are of a lower quality. The jaw line and neck especially loses its strength, jowls droop and lines become deeper wrinkles. Elastin is damaged and cell regeneration slows. This means that the skin becomes thinner, loses firmness and wrinkles are marked.

Cellular Energy
 ATP is the main energy component of every cell (adenosine triphosphate). Cells use ATP to create collagen, elastin, hyaluronic, thalauronic acid etc. As energy levels reduce so does the production of collagen, elastin etc. This means that the dermis loses elasticity and sags. The epidermis is less structured and dehydration is apparent.

The Re-densifying Cream will:
 • Boost Cellular Energy
• Boost cellular and tissular regeneration
• Firm and smooth
• Anti-free radical/ anti-oxidant
• Anti-Pigmentation marks

Clinical Tests
 • Collagen production is boosted by 96%
• The Skin is thicker
• The skin is firmer

Visible results
 Skin is more elastic for 91%
Skin is smoother for 91%
Skin is toned for 82%
Skin is more unified for 82%
Skin is restructured for 74%
Skin is firmer for 74%

Available at salons nationwide
 www.collin.ltd.uk/

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Balance Me skin care – The Wedding Day Essentials Collection

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012

Wedding day essentials

Radiate natural beauty on your big day with skincare that will soothe, treat and protect.

Discover the secret to radiant looking skin with our Balance Me skincare collection. Bursting with hi-tech natural ingredients our balancing range will ensure that come rain or shine, your complexion will be luminous and smooth.

I have been so impressed with this range of products which I have recently discovered. Not only are these products effective – they are of the highest quality and the packaging is beautiful – perfect for a bride-to-be who is looking for natural, pure products of the highest quality and at a great price point. They really do feel like premium, expensive products. A great gift to yourself in the run up to your wedding day, or for your mum/ bridesmaids.

Preparation: Radiance face mask


 Reap the benefits of our triple-action mask as it deeply cleanses, exfoliates and brightens.
Ground walnut shells gently slough away dead skin cells and encourage cell renewal, purifying kaolin clay helps eliminate impurities and our fruit acid complex works on restoring the skin’s natural radiance. We have enhanced our mask with a bespoke blend of angelica, palma rosa, lavender and Roman chamomile oils to help soften, calm and cleanse.
75ml / £18

Protection: Moisture-rich face cream


 Our sophisticated, high performance, deeply hydrating daily moisturiser with rose absolute and benzoin provides a protective layer to shield skin from daily wear and tear. Our skin-boosting, plumping blend of naturally active ingredients, including anti-oxidant rich Arctic cloudberry extract, helps to prevent moisture loss and improve the skin’s elasticity. Our rich yet light cream is comfortable to wear and leaves the perfect ‘slip’ finish on your complexion which is a great base for make-up on your big day.
50ml / £24

Prevention: Congested skin serum


 With all of the stress of a wedding to prepare for, breakouts may rear their ugly heads! Fear not!
Balance Me has a skin saviour for those moments when your skin shows signs of an unwelcome blemish or breakout, and what’s more, it smells deliciously soothing as well! Use as a preventative measure by applying a thin layer daily to areas prone to congestion.
15ml / £16

Honeymoon favourite: Rose otto body cream


 Wrap your skin in our rich blend of naturally active, protective ingredients including anti-oxidant rich Arctic cloudberry, soothing organic aloe vera, conditioning rosehip and camellia oils, violet and lotus flower extracts and our exquisite blend of softening rose essential oils. This heavenly scented, skinquenching cream will soothe sunkissed, parched skin, leaving it feeling smooth, soft and hydrated.
200ml / £18.00

Visit www.balanceme.co.uk for stockist information

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A beautiful eye cream by SkinMedica – Biometa Eye Repair™

Sunday, April 8th, 2012

Turn around Bright Eyes

Introducing SkinMedica Biometa Eye Repair™

Wake up tired eyes to the latest revolution in skincare – SkinMedica Bionata Eye Repair (£89), a luxurious eye treatment that contains the anti ageing benefits of patented Biometa™ combined with peptides, high concentrations of antioxidants vitamins C and E and hyaluronic acid to increase firmness and elasticity, improve the appearance of fine lines and minimize dark circles.

Key Ingredients include:

Pichia Pastoris Ferment Filtrate (Biometa™)– Bioscientifically designed and developed by SkinMedica with novel ingredients, featuring Pichia Pastoris Ferment Filtrate to unlock the potential to your skin’s inherent regenerative qualities.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7 and Palmitoyl Oligopeptide – Synthetic peptides designed to penetrate the skin and stimulate fibroblasts to increase collagen production, thereby helping to reduce depth, length and volume of wrinkles and increases skin thickness.

Tetrahexyldecyl Ascorbate– A stable form of Vitamin C, a free radical scavenger, which fights signs of aging while enhancing collagen production for firmer skin. It also helps reduce hyperpigmentation and age spots.

Tocopheryl Acetate – A stabilized ester of vitamin E considered the most important antioxidant and free-radical scavenger. Moisturizes the skin and improves smoothness.

Retinyl Palmitate – A natural form of Vitamin A that helps increase epidermal thickness and stimulate epidermal proteins to keep skin staying soft and plump.

Hydroxysuccinimide and Chrysin – This combination of ingredients helps eliminate excess iron and other pigments that cause dark circles under and around the eyes. It also Reinforces and tones the eye-area skin.

Boron Nitride – Optimizes the optical diffusion effect of light, which lessens the visibility of dark circles and discolorations to enhance skin appearance.

Apply a thin layer twice daily to skin adjacent to and beneath the eye. The Biometa™ and peptides will work synergistically to improve fine lines and wrinkles, reduce the appearance of dark circles and hydrates the fragile skin around the eyes.

I am always advising my brides-to-be about the importance of regularly using an eye cream. The skin around the eye is so fragile and needs to be treated with a different cream than the cream that you use on the rest of your face.

There are cheaper brands on the market if your budget does not stretch to £89, but this really is one of the most impressive eye creams I have used in a long time. I use the tiniest amount (you only have to ‘tap’ your finger gently in the product to get the smallest amount – that is all you need). A little goes a long way and it will last you a long time. I have definitely noticed a difference not only with the fine lines under my eyes, but also with my dark circles – a really impressive eye cream.

Price £89

Available from www.skinbrands.co.uk

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Wedding Wonderful Skin Naturally with VitaBella Anti Ageing Face Mask Treatment

Thursday, March 8th, 2012

Get back to younger looking skin naturally with New VitaBella™ Anti Ageing Face Mask Treatment

As a bride-to-be looking radiant on your wedding day is a must. New VitaBella Anti Ageing Face Mask Treatment is a unique, natural and non-messy face mask that you can pop on the morning of the wedding as an emergency radiance booster.

If you do not have the budget or the time for salon treatments, this is the perfect alternative to use in the privacy of your own home.

Great as an S.O.S for stressed brides, leave it for 10 minutes and relax whilst the beneficial ingredients transfer into your skin to leave you looking smooth, plump and revitalised ready to walk down the aisle. Even better – in user trials*, skin hydration and moisture content was increased by 21.6% just 1 hour after the first mask had been used.

Get back to younger looking skin naturally with the New VitaBella™ Anti Ageing Face Mask Treatment (£59 for 4 mask treatments), the latest evolution in do-it-yourself facials. The unique, non-oily anti-ageing complex, which harnesses nature’s best ingredients, is absorbed by the soft fabric face mask to deliver superior hydration and reduce the signs of ageing. The pure Aloe Vera in the complex delivers the active ingredients directly into the dermis where they can get to work quickly, unlike most creams which can simply sit on the surface of the skin with only a superficial benefit.

This super hydrating mask made from biodegradable natural fibres is easy to use and you can see results after the first treatment. You simply pour the treatment complex onto the mask tablet in the accompanying pot and watch it expand as it absorbs the liquid. Carefully open the mask up, place it onto your face and smooth down. Leave it for 10 minutes and relax whilst the beneficial ingredients transfer into your skin to leave your skin looking smooth and revitalised. Unlike other messy clay masks, you simply discard the mask after use.

In user trials*, skin hydration and moisture content was increased by 21.6% just 1 hour after the first mask had been used.
Testers also reported that after 3 weeks skin smoothness increased by 45.9% and skin complexion improved by 57.5%.

After only 10 minutes your face will look refreshed and glowing, thanks to the key ingredients of:

Natural Aloe Vera Gel – contains over 200 natural compounds including 20 minerals, 18 amino acids and 12 vitamins, and has a soothing and anti-inflammatory effect
Argan Oil – rich in the natural antioxidant vitamin E and essential fatty acids to help repair and protect the skin
Hyaluronic Acid – a natural moisturiser capable of holding 1000 times its weight in water to help to keep skin hydrated.
Hisbiscus Seed Proteins – help to soften the outer layer of the skin
Wheat Germ Oil ­– rich in vitamins A, D and E to reduce skin drying

Skin elasticity and hydration levels are significantly increased when using the 4 mask treatments over a 2 week period, and for optimal results repeat every 4-6 weeks.

*Research was carried out at the University of Pavia in Italy, among women between the ages of 30 and 55 who used the anti ageing face mask over a three week period.

About VitaBella™ Skincare

VitaBella™ takes its inspiration from nature. Made in Puglia, VitaBella™ harnesses the local olive groves and aloe vera fields using hand picked methods for added freshness, to create beautiful, natural products that really work.

www.myvitabella.co.uk/

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GUERLAIN ORCHIDEE IMPERIALE Neck and Décolleté Cream – exceptional results & total luxury

Tuesday, February 28th, 2012

ORCHIDEE IMPERIALE Neck and Décolleté Cream

The skin of the neck and décolleté is finer and drier than that of the face. Not only is it exposed to harsh environmental elements, but the movements of the head also pull on the skin.

Guerlain’s Orchidée Impériale collection harnesses the exceptional longevity of the orchid
to create skincare with superior anti-aging properties. This cream redefines and enhances
the beauty of the neck and décolleté. Fine lines and wrinkles are smoothed, the texture of
the skin is more refined and a new radiance is achieved. Day after day brown marks diminish
and the skin, deeply nourished, regains density, strength and firmness.

I know that for some, £226 for a cream is above budget – this is a cream for someone with serious skin care issues with the neck and décolleté – if you are happy with your neck area, this cream is not something you need right now. However, for someone with concerns, who has the budget for a premium luxury cream with the most advanced ingredients, this is a wonderful product to invest in which really does deliver serious results.

When you open the box, the jar itself is so heavy – you know that this is a special product. Please, please only use a small amount – that is all you need – this product should last you some time as it is incredibly concentrated.

I’m quite happy with my neck area – I did try the product myself and it is divine (my skin looked so fresh even just after one application) – but as this cream is in the higher price range, I wanted to test it fairly, so I could give an honest report on the results.

One of my family members is nearly 70yrs and her neck is the least favourite part of her skin (she does look amazing though and the skin on her face is still gorgeous. However, she is so conscious of her neck that she has worn high neck tops for years – I knew I had to ask her to test it for me.

I’ve given her other premium neck creams in the past and asked for feedback – with all of them, she said they felt nice and her skin was more moisturised, but she has never really been ‘over the moon’ with any of them!

6 weeks in to the trial and I think that she is hooked on this product! When I called her to ask for an update, she was so, so happy – her skin was lighter, brighter, younger looking – her sun spots were less visible, the skin on her neck softer/ plumper and she noticed a definite lift to the neck and up towards the jaw line. The décolleté area was also less crepey.

So, if you are a mother-of-the-bride/ grandmother who has a wedding this year and you want to feel more confident about your neck/ décolleté area, I would definitely recommend this product to you.

With every application the skin becomes denser, plumper, more supple. Wrinkles become less visible. The skin is beautifully toned and radiant again. Smoother and softer, it looks firmer and tighter.

To apply – Apply delicately on the neck and décolleté area, morning and/or evening. Always apply neck creams with upward strokes and remember to take around the side of the neck.

75mls RRP £226
Available from www.harrods.com

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NEW SLENDERTONE FACE BY PHILIP TREACY – the best non-surgical mini facelift… ever!

Sunday, January 29th, 2012

The original Slendertone Face met with such demand at its Harrods launch in 2009 that a waiting list formed – of women wanting to combat the ageing process naturally by gently lifting and toning their facial muscles. With the input of the world’s hottest hat designer, the Slendertone Face by Philip Treacy is sure to make it onto every woman’s wish list.

Phillip Treacy is putting his beautiful stamp on the new Slendertone Face, by designing a new look headset and premium box for an exclusive new Slendertone Face – that looks different but gives the same Slendertone-lifting benefits.

Phillip Treacy’s creations have famously adorned the heads of many of fashion’s greatest icons, from pop-stars to royalty. What unites his designs is a desire to help women look beautiful – a passion shared by Slendertone. Phillip Treacy’s design for Slendertone Face will help women to now feel great when they’re using the product, as well as when they’re enjoying the results.

Click below to see:
 Exclusive behind the scenes with Philip Treacy and his collaboration with Slendertone on the Slendertone website

Slendertone Face by Philip Treacy will have all the components of the current Face product, as well as two additional programmes, “Advance Lift” and “Complexion”. The five programmes in total also include the existing Slendertone Face favourites: “Radiance”, “Massage” and “Lift”.

Slendertone Face is a lifting and anti-ageing device that targets a key contributor to the ageing process – the atrophy of facial muscles. Muscles naturally waste in the face and body as we get older. As the facial muscles are directly attached to skin, when they decrease in mass the attached skin sags and hollows and causes ageing of the face.

Slendertone Face restores the youthful shape of the face by toning and lifting the muscles naturally. The product is placed on the side of the face like a headset and uses electro muscle stimulation (EMS) to gently stimulate the muscles by activating a nerve on the side of the face, which reaches all the facial muscle groups. This nerve mimics the body’s natural muscle movements by increasing the muscle mass to help restore the original plump shape of the face and tighten the skin.

The new, exclusive edition Slendertone Face by Philip Treacy joins the original Slendertone Face product, which is now available at Argos, Boots and other key high street stores, as well as existing launch partner Harrods.

Andy Leyland, Chief Executive Officer at Slendertone comments: “It’s really wonderful to work with Philip Treacy, who so deeply shares our desire to help women to look beautiful. We also share a heritage, with both Philip Treacy and Slendertone being born and bred in Galway, Ireland.

“Philip Treacy’s beautiful new design for Slendertone maintains the benefits of the original product while adding more features. Many women don’t want to have invasive treatments but Slendertone Face by Philip Treacy restores the underlying architecture of your face providing a visible and natural face-lift without the need for surgery.”

MY PERSONAL EXPERIENCE:

I already had the original Slendertone Face – the results for that were amazing and Slendertone Face has become part of my skincare regime forever now – it’s not until you forget to use it for a few days, that you realise what a difference it makes to your face!

So, I was really excited about the new Philip Treacy model – not just because it looks so pretty (i’m like a magpie with anything pink)! I also wanted to try the new programmes. After 2 days of using the new Advanced lifting programme (which is 30 minutes), I can honestly say that the nose to mouth lines that I had have pretty much gone – my cheekbones more lifted – I could not believe it! Totally, totally delighted!! Honestly, if you are considering have fillers in your face or even a mini face-lift, WAIT! You HAVE to try this first.

£400 may sound a lot, but when you consider the price of lifting facials/ fillers/ mini face-lift – this is worth EVERY PENNY.

Clinical trials, conducted by Slendertone in collaboration with the University of Galway, showed that using Slendertone Face over a 12 week period, five times a week for 20 minutes increased the Zygomatic Major, the smiling muscles, by 18.6% on average and over 90% of participants stated that their face felt firmer and more toned. Complexions also appeared clearer and more radiant possibly due to the increased blood flow to the skin’s surface.

Slendertone Face Exclusive edition will be available exclusively at Harrods and Slendertone.com, priced at £400

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Dermalogica Ultracalming range for sensitive skin

Thursday, January 19th, 2012

DERMALOGICA® LAUNCHES ULTRACALMING™ SYSTEM

SERIOUS RELIEF FOR SENSITIZED SKIN

 

What good are products that treat half the problem?  Dermalogica, the skin care system researched and developed by The International Dermal Institute, raised this question when new research revealed more than one contributing factor behind sensitized skin.  This finding inspired UltraCalming™, a complete system to help manage the multiple causes behind sensitized, inflamed skin, which can stem from a genetic predisposition towards sensitivity or as a result from environmental assaults. 

I am seeing more and more clients with skin sensitivity – it really does seem to be on the increase and this range of products from Dermalogica is perfect to address these issues and I highly recommend them to clients who ask me for advice in this area.

The good news is that sensitized skin can be treated. The bad news is that, left untreated, the skin’s response can actually result in permanent cellular damage, which can lead to serious skin conditions and premature aging. 

All five UltraCalming™ products feature the highly-effective, proprietary UltraCalming™ Complex.This multi-benefit complex includes active ingredients that mediate immunogenic and neurogenic inflammatory triggers for immediate and long-term relief of inflamed, sensitized skin. It also includes botanicals and peptides that help mimic skin’s natural protective barrier, helping to strengthen skin cell structure against water loss and defend against dehydration-induced sensitization. 

The UltraCalming™ Retail Product Range consists of:

UltraCalming™ Cleanser: A soothing, pH-balanced gel/cream that glides easily over face and eyes to cleanse without stripping skin’s protective barrier. Helps calm and cool the redness, heat and discomfort of rosacea, sensitized or highly reactive skin. Easily rinses away or wipes off, making it ideal for skin so sensitized it cannot tolerate water. Contains no artificial fragrance or color. (Size: 500ml|RRP:£44.50/€54.20 |Size:250ml|RRP: £25.00/€30.60)

UltraCalming™ Mist:  A soothing toner that provides critical hydration while helping to relieve and defend against inflammation. Quickly relieves inflammation and discomfort, helping skin recover from damage and lipid barrier breakdown. Helps condition skin to prepare for proper moisture absorption. The easy-to-use, spray application can also be used after epilation, waxing or exfoliation for soothing benefits. (Size: 177ml|RRP: £26.00/€31.70) 

UltraCalming™ Serum Concentrate: A star product in the system, this silky, super concentrated serum helps treat, correct and defend skin against inflammation and redness. Helps interrupt inflammatory triggers to prevent flare-ups.  Best used every day on sensitized skin while ideal for flare-ups on all skin conditions. Provides enough hydration for normal to oily skin conditions. Also can be used following cosmetic procedures for calming and soothing skin. (Size: 50ml|RRP: £49.00/€59.80)

UltraCalming™ Barrier Repair: A unique anhydrous (waterless) moisturizer that melts gently into sensitized skin to soothe and help repair damage from environmental aggression. Creates a shield against environmental assault to help prevent further damaging assaults and helps combat free radicals and moisture loss. Silicones provide a velvety feel. Provides a smooth, even base, ideal for preparing skin for make-up application. (Size: 30ml|RRP: £34.00/€41.50)

UltraCalming™ Relief Masque:A powerful treatment masque for sensitized and reactive skin to help recover from damage and sensitivity, while enhancing barrier properties and promoting healthy tissue function. Restorative treatment to help provide relief to sensitized, irritated, and inflamed skin. Botanicals help soothe and calm stressed skin. Reinforces barrier function to protect against future assaults. (Size: 75ml| RRP: £37.60/€45.80) 

True to Dermalogica formulation standards, all UltraCalming™ products are free of known sensitizers like artificial fragrances and dyes, and tackle the challenges of treating sensitized, highly-reactive and recently resurfaced skin.  

Dermalogica products are only available in appointed skin care centers on the recommendation of a qualified skin care therapist. For stockist details, please call 0800 591818 / www.dermalogica.com

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Crème de la Mer Introduces Christmas 2011 – perfect luxury skincare gifts for brides-to-be

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Crème de la Mer Introduces Christmas 2011

I have used and worked with Crème de la Mer for years now and really appreciate the technology in these products and the results they deliver. I know that if I ever apply it to a clients face, they will always ask me what I have used, as it feels so divine on their skin!

If you have never experienced the luxury of Crème de la Mer skincare before and would love to use some of the gorgeous products on the run up to your wedding day, Christmas is the perfect time to do this, as the Christmas gift collection is stunning. Maybe you want to treat yourself or ask someone special to treat you this Christmas – as you can see, there is a range of luxury gift sets to choose from:

NEW The Discovery Collection – RRP £200
 Designed to create a more hydrated and luminous appearance, The Discovery Collection offers three best-selling treatments in a Christmas gift box.  Featuring Crème de la Mer (30ml), The Eye Balm Intense (5ml) and The Radiant Serum (15ml), this limited edition set is the ideal gift for frequent travellers and first time users. 
Limited edition, available at Selfridges from November 2011

 

 

NEW The Luxury Essentials – RRP £305
 Indulge loved ones with The Luxury Essentials featuring Crème de la Mer’s simple daily beauty regimen: Crème de la Mer (60ml), The Regenerating Serum (15ml), and The Eye Concentrate (15ml). In a short time, skin becomes softer, firmer and looks virtually ageless. 
Limited edition, available nationwide from November 2011

 

NEW Legendary Luxury – RRP £1,150
 The ultimate gift for Crème de la Mer devotees, the Legendary Luxury set pairs a 500ml Crème de la Mer jar and silver-plated spatula in a collectible, limited-edition case. The perfect Christmas present and quintessential showcase for Crème de la Mer.
Limited edition, available at Harrods from November 2011

 

 

NEW Crystal Encrusted Holder – RRP £200
 For those seeking a little seasonal sparkle with their winter skincare regime, this beautiful keepsake box housing a 60ml Crème de la Mer delicately shimmers, adding heightened luxury to the beauty ritual. 
Limited edition, available exclusively at Selfridges from November 2011

NEW Limited Edition Swarovski 500ml Display Case – RRP £1,400
 Crème de la Mer devotees looking to ensure their beauty collection is exquisitely presented will enjoy this stunning Swarovski crystal adorned keepsake case.  Neatly encasing a 500ml jar of the original Crème de la Mer Moisturizing Cream, this spectacular pot creates a luxurious feature on any dressing table. 
Limited edition, available exclusively at Harrods from November 2011

 

NEW The Radiant Collection – RRP £210
 This elegant travel set comprises the original Moisturizing Cream (30ml), The Radiant Serum (15ml), The Eye Balm Intense (5ml), The Radiant Infusion (30ml) and The Cleansing Gel (100ml).  Ideal for use in colder months when skin can feel dull and in need of replenishment, the collection encourages more radiant and refined skin, leaving skin appearing healthy and glowing. 
Limited edition, available nationwide from November 2011

 

NEW The Hydrating Facial – RRP £180
 During a period throughout which skin can suffer as a result of social festivities, the NEW limited edition Hydrating Facial is ideal for providing a swift replenishing facial treat.  The 100% cotton, two-zoned mask delivers amazing hydration through a luxurious sensorial spa-like experience: skin is left nourished, smooth and conditioned, with a resilient healthy looking glow – perfectly accessorizing any party ensemble. 
Available nationwide from November 2011 for a limited time only

 

‘Fill My Stocking with Crème de la Mer Please’

The Lip Balm 9g- RRP £40.00
 Adding a little luxury to a Christmas stocking, this luxurious soothing lip balm works to soften, comfort and alleviate dryness often associated with winter weather conditions. Worn throughout the day, lips are kept smooth, revitalised and feel plumper. Applied at night, lips appear renewed by morning.  The Lip Balm is a winter essential to keep close to hand at all times – one of Santa’s favourites!

 

The Refining Facial 100ml – RRP £65.00
 The Refining Facial is perfect for skin that may feel in need of a revitalising boost during the hectic festive season. The Refining Facial, incorporating pure diamond powder, makes a sumptuous stocking filler. It begins to work instantly to sooth, cool and enhance the brightness and radiance of skin.

 

NEW The Concentrate 30ml – RRP £220
 A transformational treatment, this elixir noticeably improves the appearance of scarring and diminishes the appearance of irritation and redness.  Containing Crème de la Mer’s renowned Miracle Broth™, the Concentrate helps to renew and restore skin’s appearance – an ultra-luxestocking filler for those seeking to give their skin the ultimate treat this Christmas.  The new 30ml size of the Concentrate is available nationwide NOW.

For more information, go to www.cremedelamer.co.uk

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COLLIN RESULTIME skincare range – the hero product: REGENERATING COLLAGEN GEL

Monday, November 14th, 2011

I have recently had the pleasure of using some fabulous skincare products from range I have heard a lot about, but not actually tried before.

COLLIN RESULTIME is a range of serious salon skincare that delivers amazing results. The range offers a comprehensive array of high performance treatments and products, where science meets luxury.

I’ve really enjoyed using all of these products – however there are 2 products which have become my ‘favourites’ from the range – The Lifting Minute Mask is gorgeous – this beauty flash product has an incredible lifting effect and smooths out the skin and leaves a flawless finish.

The second product which has had amazing press and really has become the COLLIN RESULTIME ‘hero’ product is the

 REGENERATING COLLAGEN GEL

This new STAR PRODUCT is the highlight of all COLLIN RESULTIME skincare prescriptions to help prevent skin ageing and regenerate the skin. 

Designed for all skin types and all ages.

It contains a unique concentration of 15 structural molecules similar to those present in the skin including COLLIN RESULTIME patented Vectorised Micro-Collagen.

This multiuse gel will regenerate and preserve the youthfulness of the skin, boost cell and tissue metabolism and reinforce all of the skins structures by hydrating, smoothing and plumping the skins surface.

COLLIN RESULTIME say: “Your skin need never age in the same way again“ 

How to use:

1) Use as a serum under your usual cream. Remember to include yours eyes and lips.

2) Use as a mask, apply to clean dry skin leave for 15 minutes, rinse and tone.

3) Use as a sleep mask, apply to clean dry skin 10 minutes before retiring. Upon waking rinse thoroughly and then layer your usual products.

I have been using ‘method 3′ and wearing it as a sleep mask – the results are gorgeous and my skin looks amazing in the morning after using this product!

The texture is light (not at all greasy), so is perfect for all skin types.

(Remember collagen is perfect for repairing skin so an absolute must after sunbathing or on sunburnt skin). 

Do check out the other products in the COLLIN RESULTIME range, as I do believe that they are high performance skincare products at a great price.

Find out more at: http://www.collin.ltd.uk/ 
RSP £47.25

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New from CHANEL skincare – Ultra Correction Lift

Monday, October 31st, 2011

THE LATEST CREATION BY CHANEL SKINCARE: 

ULTRA CORRECTION LIFT

There are many secrets to a young-looking face, to toned and supple skin, harmonious forms, balanced volumes and firm contours. ULTRA CORRECTION LIFT provides a natural lifting effect at the very heart of the skin and restores exceptional firmness, for the timeless beauty of a young face… 

I love lifting skincare products – not just for myself, but also in my kit box as my clients love their skin to look more lifted, as it makes the face appear younger. Of course you can use tricks with contouring from a makeup point of view, but if you start with the correct lifting skincare you will get even better results. I had the previous CHANEL lifting skincare and it was amazing, so I was even more excited to try out these 2 new products and they certainly didn’t dissapoint – CHANEL really do produce the most luxurious, high performance lifting skincare. 

These products never feel greasy, so I love using them under makeup on my brides/ mother-of-the-brides.

2011 – CHANEL INTRODUCES AN INTENSIVE SERUM, FOR EXCEPTIONAL FIRMNESS

Now CHANEL Research takes restoring skin firmness even further. Not only does it act at the heart of cells, but also on the cells’ micro-environment, by combining the active ingredient elemi PFA with a triple-action peptide. Naturally and continuously activated, this peptide provides intensive and long-lasting action to strengthen the skin’s “mesh”, for long-term effectiveness. 

The ULTRA CORRECTION LIFT INTENSIVE LIFTING CONCENTRATEwas created with an objective in mind: to take a comprehensive approach to skin firmness by acting at the heart of both cells and the dermal mesh. By combining the effectiveness of elemi PFA with that of a triple-action peptide, it reconnects “non-tensed” cells and strengthens the skin’s support tissue. This action is complemented by a liquorice extract, which evens out skin tone and enhances the complexion’s radiance, day after day.

 Skin firmness is restored at every level. Cells are re-energized and revitalized. The dermal mesh is deeply strengthened, with long-lasting results. The skin-tightening effects are clearly perceptible. Lifted from within, its contours redefined, the face looks beautifully young again. Facial contours are re-sculpted by up to 17%*. The skin feels toned and dense, firm and supple. The complexion looks even-toned and harmonious. 

Performance is combined with pleasure. The sheer, silky gel-cream has a fresh and light feel. It forms an extremely soft, supple, tightening film on the skin surface. And then there’s the delicate scent…. Rose, jasmine and hyacinth, heightened by green fruity notes over a powdery base blended with precious woods. 

APPLICATION

Apply with the fingertips to face and neck, morning and evening, after the eye and lip creams and before the day or night cream.

30ml airless pump bottle

Ophthalmologist and dermatologist tested.

Comedogenicity tested.

If  you want to enhance the results of the serum and get even more amazing results, here is the other product to compliment the serum: 

The LIFTING FIRMING COMFORT DAY CREAM SPF 15 is a new interpretation of the ULTRA CORRECTION LIFT cream. It has been specially created for women who want their skin to feel firmer and more comfortable, but also want a rich and nourishing texture.

Formulated with the active ingredient elemi PFA and the purest concentration of shea butter, it restores firmness to the skin by acting at the heart of cells. A tightening, lifting effect can be felt upon application (+35%)*, while its firming action is proven after just four weeks of use (+11%)**. 

The wonderfully smooth texture envelops the skin in supreme comfort (+65%)***. It melts in with the lightest touch, leaving behind a velvety finish and a delicate floral scent, heightened by green fruity notes. Intensely nourished and moisturized, the skin feels firm, soft, supple and comfortable.

 APPLICATION

Apply with the fingertips to face and neck, every morning, after the Concentrate, and avoiding the eye area. 

50g jar

Ophthalmologist and dermatologist tested.
Comedogenicity tested.
* Self-evaluation by 30 women after a single application (average % improvement).
** Clinical evaluation, under dermatological supervision, on 29 women, after 4 weeks of use (average % improvement).
*** Self-evaluation by 29 women after a single application (average % improvement). 

Ultra Correction Lift Lifting Firming Comfort Day Cream SPF15 £87.00
 Ultra Correction Lift Intensive Lifting Concentrate  £100.00 

Available Nationwide now

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