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2010年3月8日 星期一

Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula Skin Therapy Oil VS. Bio Oil??


I heard about the Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil on the radio, and hearing their advertisings I am expecting to give it a try! This oil features many purposes, and both my boyfriend and I can use this!!
It is said to be a multi-purpose perfection product that can be used all over the body, including the face. This preservative free, lightweight formula contains an exclusive blend of key ingredients for scars, stretch marks, dry , damaged skin, uneven skin tone, aging skin and fine lines and wrinkles.

Rapid Absorption Systeme®
Scars
Stretch Marks
Dry, Damaged Skin
Uneven Skin Tone
Aging Skin
Dermatologically Tested

My boyfriend is always troubled about his acne scars. Even though it's just a minor one on his right face, it's hard to get rid of it. I've saw some pretty good reviews about this product saying it's good in diminishing scars and moisturizing dry skin. I have pretty dry skin, I hope it would done well on correcting my skin and get rid of the minor bumps on my leg! I heard people have gain results in diminishing their stretch marks, too!



It is a non-greasy and non-staining formula!




Bio Oil is now very famous, and we know it's also targets
Scars,
Strech Marks,
Uneven tone,
Aging skin and dehydrated skin.

Bio- Oil contains the breakthrough ingredient Pur-Cellin Oil™ which reduces the thickness of formulation and makes Bio-Oil® easily absorbed.

Vitamins A & E
Calendula, Lavender Rosemary chamomile oils
Face & Body
Non-greasy
Rapidly absorbed
Hypo- allergenic
Suitable for all skin types
No preservatives


Bio- Oil is recommended for:

Scars - Helps reduce the appearance of both new and old scars.

Stretch Marks - Formulated to help reduce the possibility of stretch marks forming during pregnancy, teenage growth spurts and rapid weight gain. Helps reduce the appearance of existing stretch marks.

Uneven Skin Tone - Helps improve the appearance of pigmentation marks and blemishes caused by hormonal fluctuations, skin lighteners or excessive sun exposure.

Aging Skin - Helps smooth and tone aging, sagging and wrinkled skin on both the face and body.

Dehydrated Skin - Helps protect against the drying effects of water and climate; lubricates and soothes dry or chapped skin.

Daily Skincare - Specialist intensive moisturizer.

Soothing after- sun treatment

Ideal as a bath oil.

With a 4 fl oz. Bio oil costs about $20, so it's more expensive comparing to Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil 5.1 fl oz. which only costs about $10. But both of them are pretty good products. Bio oil is more famous than Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil, so with good reviews you will also hear bad reviews from it. Well, different people have different bodies, and not everyone's bodies react the same to medicine or skincare products. You will just have to try it for yourself! Some people say Bio Oil works for their scars within weeks, but some take longer to achieve. Some say Bio Oil works great to moisturize their skin, but some say it's too greasy and causes them to have blackheads. My choice? I think I would try Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil first! Simply because I've heard very good reviews about it and not much bad reviews~

2010年3月6日 星期六

Johnson and Johnson Gentle Cleansing Wash *Recommended



I am amazed by this modest looking cleansing wash! I thought it was some kind of handsoaps when my mom brought this home! Later I carefully read the description: it's recommended by dermatologists and it got into the chart of Allure 2008 The Beauty Expert.

I finally gave it a try! The familiar Johnson scent smells so good! The cleansing wash cleans out all the dirt including makeups, and it won't clog the pores. After washed, it indeed feels gentle, clean, and fresh~

It's also oil-free and hypoallergenic!

With only 5 bucks, you can get it!

Product Details
Clinically shown gentle as water. Soap-free. Hypoallergenic. Won't clog pores. Oil-free. Dermatologist recommended for effective yet gentle cleansing. Cleanses without drying or irritating. This foaming cleanser is 100% soap-free, so it removes dirt, oil and make-up without stripping or drying like soap can. And it won't sting your eyes, so it's ideal for removing eye makeup. Unlike some cleansers, Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash is 100% oil-free and non-comedogenic, so it won't clog pores or leave residue. Even those with sensitive skin can use it twice a day for a healthy looking, healthy feeling complexion. Made in Canada.

Product Directions
Wet hands and face. Mixing cleanser with water, work into a creamy lather. Cleanse face with gentle massaging motion. Rinse thoroughly.

Product Ingredients
Water, PEG-80 Sorbitan Laurate, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-150 Distearate, Sodium Lauroampho PG-Acetate Phosphate, Fragrance, Quaternium-15, Tetrasodium EDTA.

One of the Best Men Skincare Products - Clinique

There are still not much men's skincare products on the market. But I have to say Clinique is one of the best! Their prices are fair, and they work great! I am telling my boyfriend to use them because I've heard great comments from the friends that use Clinique men's skincare products. ^^

These are the ones that I recommende!


M Lotion
Step 3 in Clinique's 3-Step Skin Care System for men. Lightweight lotion for normal to dry skin replenishes moisture, helps soothe shaving irritation. Leaves skin feeling smooth, comfortable.

It is not greasy, and it moisturized your skin smoothly.



Maximum Hydrator
Intense moisturizer triggers skin's ability to build and hold moisture. Rehydrates and firms dry skin. Helps minimize the look of lines. For normal to dry skin.



M Gel-Lotion
Step 3 in Clinique's 3-Step Skin Care System for men. Lightweight, oil-free hydration for normal to oily skin. Improves skin's condition, helps soothe shaving irritation. Leaves skin feeling smooth, comfortable.



SSFM Acne Solutions Emergency Gel-Lotion
Blemishes hanging around? This powerful medicated acne treatment targets and helps clear stubborn, recurring blemishes. Unclogs pores, controls excess oil, visibly reduces redness. Works gently, quickly, effectively.


Skin Types: All
Concern: Acne



M Shave Aloe Gel
Highly concentrated oil-free shaving gel transforms into a rich lather. Softens and cushions even the heaviest beards for smooth, close shaves. Contains aloe to help calm razor burn.


Skin Types: All



Electric Shave Primer
Essential for men who use electric shavers. Softens and lifts beard for the closest possible shave. Holds more moisture to beard area. Protects even sensitive skins against irritation. Follow with your Post-Shave formula.


Skin Types: All



Face Scrub
Pre-shave essential. Revives and smooths skin, removing dead flakes and oil buildup, clearing the way for closer, nick-free shaves. Lifts beard, helps reduce ingrown hairs. Contains rounded granules that won't scratch skin.


Skin Types: All
Concern: Dullness

It washes off dead skin cells and keep your skin refreshed, clean, and soft!



Acne Solutions Clarifying Lotion
Step 2 in Clinique's Acne Solutions Clear Skin System. Gentle, medicated formula exfoliates to clear dead surface cells, reduces excess oil that can lead to breakouts. Unclogs pores. Oil-absorbing powders eliminate shine. Soothes irritation, visible redness.


Skin Types: All
Concern: Acne

Hair Loss Treatments & Products



My dad was experiencing hair loss during the recent few years. Yes, he's getting old, but it mostly comes from the stress and pressures. I've bought some hair loss products for him, and they do work! Now he's getting some hair back, and my mom is pretty happy about it, too. ^^

Hair loss doesn't only affect men; it can even affect women and children. Surgeries can cause you to have hair loss. And many women notice hair loss about 3 months after they've had a baby. This loss is also related to hormones. Besides, some medicines can cause hair loss. This type of hair loss improves when you stop taking the medicine.

These are some of the products:


Spectral DNC
Extra Strength hair loss treatment with Minoxidil

Spectral DNC® is the world's most effective topical hair loss treatment
•Clinically proven to work faster than Rogaine®
•Works on the entire scalp, including frontal baldness
•Grows normally strong & healthy hair
•Combines the finest, research grade ingredients, including Aminexil®

1 bottle $35.99



Nisim Hair Stimulating Extract - Gel Formulation
Hair loss solution, promotes hair re-growth

•Clinically proven to restore hair growth
•Shown to be more effective than minoxidil (Rogaine)
•Active ingredients block DHT production
•Gel formulation provides styling properties
•No chemical irritants
•Safe for permed, colored or chemically-treated hair
•Safe for men and women

$58.95



Nisim Hair Stimulating Extract - Original Formula
Stimulate re-growth of lost hair

Nisim Hair Stimulating Extract:

•Is clinically proven to restore hair growth
•Has been shown to be more effective than minoxidil (Rogaine)
•Contains active ingredients which block DHT production
•Contains no chemical irritants
•Causes vasodilatation naturally when massaged into your scalp
•Is safe for permed, colored or chemically-treated hair
•Is safe for men and women

%58.95



Revivogen - Anti-DHT hair loss treatment
Halt and reverse hair loss and thinning

Formulated to work together, Revivogen's Scalp Therapy Formula and Bio-Cleansing Shampoo promote new hair growth without the use of harsh chemicals.

•Scientifically proven to stop hair loss
•Promotes new hair growth and thicker, stronger hair
•Contains active ingredients which block the hormone that causes baldness
•Safe and effective for both men and women
•No systemic side effects
•100% natural ingredients
•GUARANTEED to work

1 Kit $99



Nisim Finishing Rinse Conditioner
Condition, thicken and enrich thinning hair

Formulated to work with Nisim Shampoo and Stimulating Extract, this ultra-rich, deep conditioner penetrates into the roots of your hair.

•Improves texture and appearance of hair
•Leaves dull, brittle and thinning hair feeling thicker
•Safe for colored, permed or chemically treated hair
•Effective for both men and women

$14.95



Nisim Oil Free Hair Conditioner
Oil-free hair conditioner helps prevent hair loss

Eliminates heavy oils and unwanted chemicals that may clog your hair follicles.

Formulated to work with Nisim Shampoo and Stimulating Extract, Nisim Oil-Free Conditioner penetrates into the roots of your hair.

•Instantly improves texture and overall appearance of hair
•Leaves even dull, brittle and thinning hair feeling thicker and fuller
•Safe for permed, colored or chemically treated hair
•Effective for both men and women

$14.95



Revivogen Thickening Conditioner
Condition, thicken and enrich thinning hair

Revivogen Conditioner is designed to be used with Revivogen Shampoo and Natural Scalp Therapy. An all-natural product, it:

•Targets DHT, the cause of hair loss
•Promotes new hair growth (when used with other Revivogen products)
•Thickens and protects your new hair
•Prevents future hair loss
•Leaves your hair feeling soft and touchable
•Is safe for both men and women

$20

*Above also have shampoo versions

There many many kinds of pills and vitamins that can treat hair loss. You can find many old recipes online, too. I am not sure if they will work. but hair loss products do work for my dad. I heard Shisheido is launching hair loss treatment, too. I believe that having a healthy body and a good spirit are the most important in treating hair loss. So you should always eat and sleep right and be positive!

Got bumps on your skin? Try KP duty!


$36

What does KP means?
Keratosis Pilaris (KP) is a common skin disorder, typified by "chicken skin" bumps on upper arms, thighs, torso, buttocks and occasionally the cheeks. Excess skin forms around individual hair follicles, creating the characteristic minute, rough, grater-like bumps.


KP Duty incorporates medically proven technology including ingredients for hydrated and healthy skin. Medically potent levels of Glycolic Acid blends with Urea, the dermatologist recommended humectant, to soften and smooth away the driest roughest skin.

Keratosis Pilaris affects almost 50% of the world's population and is particularly likely to affect anyone prone to eczema, asthma or hayfever.

It's never a chore to attain flawless, smooth skin. KP Duty effectively eliminates crustiness, flaking, and dry, rough chicken skin - no prep work or scrubbing required.

KP Duty is a concentrated treatment with:
Glycolic Acid - Powerful skin smoothing AHA
Sodium Glycolate - Glycolic Acid salt, buffered to prevent irritation
Green Tea - Botanical antioxidant powerhouse contains EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate) to soothe and calm the skin
Urea - Dermatologist recommended humectant
Sodium Hyaluronic - Potent hydrating agent
Dimethicone - Barrier/occlusive agent - reduces moisture evaporation

I used to have alot of bumps on my arms, but they slowly disappear as I grow older. I still have some on my thigh, they do annoy me sometimes. The bumps on my legs have disappeared before when I was using Skirt 2B. Since my legs started to slim down, I felt it's unnecessary to use it anymore. I guess for this product, if you're not having a severe KP, you can give it a try.

Trying different hairstyles!

I found this really cool thing on instyle.com/makeover
You can see what hairstyles fit you the best! And there are colors and highlights for you to choose too~ So far they have 280 hairstyles~

You can also "edit" the colors of your eyes, skin, and lip!










My original look

Volumize your hair! Say goodbye to flat hair!



I have friends that are troubling about their flat hair, and they're not sure what products they should use. I also have a friend that used to have flat hair, but since she has changed to another shampoo brand, her hair texture totally changed. Now even after three days not washing her hair, her hair still has volumes. I am the kind of person that born to have hair volume; maybe it's because my hair is quite dry. People who's hair are oily tend to have flat hair because oil will weigh hair down.

These are some of the products that are good for volumizing your hair


Kerastase Volumorphose, an in-salon hair treatment ($35; visit kerastase-usa.com for salon locations).
THE PROMISE: Instant body and thickness that lasts a few days and prolongs a professional blowout.
THE EXPERT SAYS: "This could potentially be very effective," says chemist Jim Hammer. "It has a molecule that bonds to the hair's surface, and when moisture is applied--whammo! The molecules link to form a three-dimensional polymer, which has thickening effects and promotes volume."
WE SAY: Our hair definitely had more oomph, and the blowout lasted an extra day.
Fr: Instyle


This new shampoo from Kérastase Paris coats the hair to create air pockets and instant volume without weighing it down.


Hair has added strength and substance, with flexible hold and blow-dry protection. Hair is left with full, long-lasting volume. Style is protected with an anti-static effect. $34




Ratings by TOPBEAUTY


No. 1
Ojon Conditioning Volumizing Foam, $22
Why it's great: This foam gives "hair hold and texture without the least bit of stickiness or coarseness," readers say. Hair is "shiny, wavy and full of body" and looks and "feels healthier." "It gave my hair tons of volume that lasted all day," one reader says.


No.2
Paul Mitchell Thicken Up, $12.25
Why it's great: Readers say "volume looks completely natural" and sets so they aren't "looking at a flat mane at the end of the day." It also gives hair "a sheer film of shine that doesn't scream the obviousness of a hair spray." One reader says "this product gave my thin, limp hair a lot of volume without leaving it crunchy."


No.3
Pantene Pro-V Root Lifting Spray Gel, $4.7
Why it's great: "It gives amazing volume (without looking like '80s hair!)" readers say. A spritz on roots "delivers great lift" and gives "long lasting volume … hair is not flat by day's end." One reader even said, "it keeps my scalp from getting flaky."


No.4
Sexy Hair Flip It Over Full & Wild Spray, $11
Why it's great: This gave readers "extreme volume" that was "full and sexy." The "awesome volume" was about "two or three inches high" for one reader and "lasts a decently long time."



Other products are:

Matrix Amplify Volumizing System Color XL Shampoo, delivered 22 percent more volume. (Though at $9.95 a bottle, it is on the more expensive end of those tested.)

Suave Professionals Amplifying Shampoo provided 17 percent more volume, and is reasonably priced at $1.99.

Clairol Herbal Essences Natural Volume Texturizing Shampoo (9.2 percent more volume) at $3.29

You can also volumize your hair without hair products!
How to Volumize Hair - add volume to fine and flat hair
How to Volumize Hair - add volume to fine and flat hair