Skin Series: Night Creams

It's inevitable that after I slather on my night cream my hubby gives me that come hither look.  I swear he know's night creams are a pretty penny and just wants to ruffle my feathers.  Anyway, TMI!!!!  Once I've put on my night cream I'm done for the night!!!  I am big fan of night creams and feel like they are the powerhouses and sealants of our nighttime routine!  Whatever your needs are, I've compiled a little list below of the best of the best.  I have become used to a little heavier night cream but in the hot summer months I like something light and love the the more sheer options like the little Arcona number below.  Nighty Night gorgeous!!!!

EMINENCE MANGO NIGHT CREAM

Description: Super hydrating and rejuvenating

Skin Type: Normal to mature, dry, dehydrated or devitalized skin types

Key Ingredients:
Mango Juice:high in antioxidants and Vitamin A; moisturizes the skin without clogging pores
Shea Butter: moisturizer high in triglycerides and fatty acids; excellent emollient for skin; replenishes the skin moisture barrier
Coconut Milk: moisturizes and softens skin
Grape Seed Oil: antioxidant, emollient. Source of active bioflavanoids. Lubricates and rejuvenates the appearance of skin
Homeostatine® (Marine Algae, Tara Tree): helps to prevent dehydration, reduces the appearance of wrinkles
Biocomplex™: a booster of antioxidants, vitamins, Coenzyme Q10, and Alpha Lipoic Acid to reduce the appearance of wrinkles and improve the appearance of skin

CAN BE FOUND AT www.EminenceOrganics.com or retailers for around $64.00

ARCONA MAGIC WHITE ICE 

Daily hydrating gel moisturizes deep within the dermis without clogging pores, to protect against environmental damage and leave skin fresh and dewy. Moisturize skin with white cranberry complex, hyaluronic acid and mucopolysaccharides. Neutralize free radicals with proprietary mineral complex of beta-carotene, vitamins B-5, C and E. Clarify skin with anti-microbial totara extract and grapefruit complex.

CAN BE FOUND AT www.Arcona.com for $38.00

OLAY PRO X HYDRA FIRMING CREAM

Description
Pro-X Hydra Firming Cream by Olay is designed and professionally tested to help optimize elasticity and firmness by plumping and locking in moisture.

CAN BE FOUND AT TARGET AND MAJOR RETAILERS FOR AROUND $40.00



ESTEE LAUDER RESILIENCE LIFT NIGHT

Resilience Lift Night

You want it all—the lifted look, the firmer feeling and the radiance that reflects how beautiful you are. While you sleep, get the more lifted look, the firmer feeling and the radiance that reflects how beautiful you are.

The exclusive Nocturnal Lift Complex helps give skin the critical time it needs to boost its natural production of collagen and support proteins for a more intensive nighttime lift.

Wake up to skin that looks younger, more lifted, firmer and newly defined.

CAN BE FOUND AT MAJOR DEPARTMENT STORES FOR $80.00

Skin Series: Masks

Now wearing masks aren't that sexy looking but they do produce sexy skin!!! So we need to take it for the team and put these little gems to use!!!  Slather on for 10-15 minutes for fabulous skin!!    Here are some of my faves!!!!!

OLE HENRIKSEN LEMON STRIP FLASH PEEL

A one-step express peel powered by lactic, glycolic and fruit acids that go to work in three ways to exfoliate and resurface skin, while algae extract soothes and calms. This spa grade treatment increases cell turnover, brightens skin tone and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles for a smoother, younger looking complexion.

ingredient benefits

lactic, glycolic, and fruit acids – work to exfoliate and resurface the skin 

algae extract – calms and soothes the skin

licorice extract – brightens, reduces dark spots

CAN BE FOUND AT www.OleHenriksen.com  $48.00

ARCONA TEA TREE MASK

Cleansing, purifying mask detoxifies and refines skin texture. Exfoliate, decongest and diminish pores with antibacterial salicylic acid and tea tree extract. Detoxify and reduce breakouts with sulphur and grapefruit extract. Heal and calm skin with anti-inflammatory mint balm, allantoin and lavender extracts.

CAN BE FOUND AT www.Arcona.com  $30.00

DERMALOGICA MULTIVITAMIN POWER RECOVERY MASQUE

An ultra-replenishing, antioxidant rich masque that helps rescue stressed, aging skin. Apply after cleansing as a revitalizing remedy for dulling, dry, dehydrated, lackluster, photodamaged skin. Botanicals help soothe and calm stressed skin while vitamins A, C and E help repair damaged, aging skin. Formulated without artificial fragrances and colors.

CAN BE FOUND AT www.Dermalogica.com $46.00

Skin Series: Serums

Serums are the skin care regimen's secret weapon!!!!  It's an easy step to overlook or skip but these little potions are the key to targeting those tricky areas like Melasma, sun spots, Hyper pigmentation, acne scars...you name it!!!  They are the one, two punch your skin needs to get dreamy!!!!

OLE HENRIKSEN TRUTH SERUM COLLAGEN BOOSTER

A great skin booster infused with a high powered Vitamin C complex to help smooth out lines and wrinkles while preventing further damage. Loaded with anti-oxidants to fight off environment aggressors and moisture-binding ingredients to hydrate and keep your skin nourished and protected. Totally weightless, this aromatic serum is absorbed instantly and penetrates to the deeper layers of the skin where it goes to work to provide long term results. For All Skin Types Anti-aging A must-have preventative and corrective product Sensitive skin, prone to irritation will benefit immensely from the calming properties of this serum

CAN BE FOUND AT www.Sephora.com for $48.00

ARCONA BRIGHTENING DROPS

Powerful corrective serum formulated to lighten hyperpigmentation and correct surface skin irregularities for brighter, smoother texture and tone. Ideal for sun spots, acne scarring or pigmentation problems caused by hormonal fluctuations or pregnancy. Reduce melasma and resurface skin with kojic acid, renowned for its corrective properties, and azelaic acid. Lighten and brighten skin with antioxidant vitamin C, gallic acid and arbutin.

CAN BE FOUND AT www.Arcona.com for $35.00

OLE HENRIKSEN ENLIGHTEN ME SKIN TONE CORRECTOR

This powerful serum will help even out skin tone and lighten skin to new levels of luminosity with THC, lactic acid, lemon and mulberry extracts. It can be used on any skin type and layered with sheer transformation renewing crème.

ingredient benefits

Vitamin C Stimulates collagen production

Lactic acid Provides gentle exfoliation and cell renewal

Lemon extract Cell proliferating, astringent

Mulberry extract Natural fading agent, alternative to chemical lighteners or kojic acid

CAN BE FOUND AT www.OleHenriksen.com for $48.00

You only really need a pea size of these serums to do the trick.  You can use them under your SPF for daytime use or you can use under your night cream. 

Skin Series: Exfoliators

Exfoliating is so important to getting rid of that yucky layer of dead skin hanging out on top of our gorgeous dewy skin below!  The basic rule of thumb is to exfoliate once to twice a week.  There have been some awesome products come to the forefront lately that are so gentle you can use them daily.  I'm obsessed!!!  

CLARISONIC MIA

     

The difference between the Mia and the original model is the size and battery life.  The Mia is a bit smaller and it's battery life isn't supposed to be as long.  I adore my Mia and havn't had any complaints about the battery.  I get a good month usually out of it when using it about twice a week.  Let's be honest......IT'S PINK!!!!!!!  

• Removes 6X more makeup than manual cleansing
• Leaves skin feeling and looking smoother
• Cleansing helps products work more effectively
• Gentle enough to use twice a day
• Reduces oily areas, dry skin patches and blemishes
• Minimizes the appearance of visible pores
• www.Clarisonic.com $199

BURT'S BEES CITRUS FACIAL SCRUB

Infused with refreshing Sweet Orange and Grapefruit Oils, this facial scrub removes dirt, oil and makeup. Formulated with Ground Almonds, Oats and Pecans to gently exfoliate while Sweet Almond Oil and Glycerin help moisturize your skin. It’s something to celebrate!

• Helps removes dirt, oil and make-up with a blend of Sweet Orange and Grapefruit Oils

• Exfoliates gently with Ground Almonds, Oats and Pecans 

• Helps moisturize skin with Sweet Almond Oil and Glycerin 

Can be found at any drugstore for around $7

ARCONA GOLDEN GRAIN GOMMAGE

Enzymatic exfoliant cleanses, tones and refines your skin, leaving it fresher, younger-looking and more vibrant. Strengthen and rebuild skin's natural barrier with a proprietary blend of fruit enzymes. Purify pores and eliminate damaging free radicals with pollutant-binding volcanic minerals. Brighten, clarify and soothe your skin with essential fatty acids, oatmeal and lemon extracts.

www.Arcona.com  $42

Cheers to glowing,baby's bottom skin!!!

Skin Series: Cleansers

I am a firm believer in organic products.  I have had problematic skin for years and as soon as I found out I was pregnant with our first daughter I was informed that I needed to clean up my skin care and swap out my chemical based products for the organic.  Since then I've heavily leaned towards to organic.  My skin has never been the same!  It's happy skin!  It's clean and blemish free and super maintainable.  I just feel like I'm doing something good for it!  I do however, pop in the random nonorganic product here and there.  Everyone's skin is different but I am believer that natural products will serve us better in the long run and will make our skin happy!


Without further adieu, my top Cleansers.....

ARCONA TONER TEA BAR

Antioxidant facial cleanser heals and strengthens your skin as it tones and minimizes pores. Neutralize free radicals, calm and protect skin with antioxidant, anti-inflammatory green and black teas. Nourish, oxygenate and clarify your skin with antibacterial enzyme-rich manuka honey and vitamin E. Maintain your skin’s natural ph balance with soothing lecithin, yucca and aloe extracts.

$38.00  www.Arcona.com

EMINENCSE  STONE CROP GEL WASH

 A gentle facial cleanser with oil-free extracts from the stone crop plant to wash away impurities without drying out the skin. Ideal for those with even the most sensitive skin, this gel wash helps even skin tone and mimimize the appearance of blemishes to impart a healthy-looking complexion. Cruelty-free and formulated without parabens, sodium lauryl sulfates, synthetic dyes, petrochemicals, animal by-products, phthalates, GMOs and triclosan. 

Skin Type: All skin types including sensitive and uneven skin tones

Key Ingredients:

• Stone Crop Juice and Pulp: hydrating and nourishing for uneven skin tones
• Soap Base (free of sodium lauryl sulphate): cleanses and softens
• Shea Butter: calming and restorative agent
• $38.00 

 CETAPHIL

Cetaphil^® Gentle Skin Cleanser is great for daily makeup removal. Originally formulated for dermatologists, this cleanser is gentle on your skin and sensitive to your skin’s needs. Cetaphil^® Gentle Skin Cleanser will not strip the skin of natural protective oils or emollients, or disturb the skin’s natural pH balance. This dermatologist-recommended cleanser is fragrance-free and non-comedogenic. Cetaphil^® Gentle Skin Cleanser is gentle enough for children, teens and adults.

5.99 at Target

OLE HENRIKSEN TRUTH TO GO WIPES 

Cleanse or refresh your skin with our easy to use wipes.  Perfect for travelers or busy people on the go, each cloth is a perfect pick me up with the truth collection's signature citrus vanilla scent. Strong enough to remove dirt, grime and makeup, but gentle enough not to over dry the skin.

ingredient benefits

Vitamin C Brightens, lightens and tightens
Micro Algae Firms skin and boosts collagen production
CoQ10 Boosts skin repair and regeneration, anti-oxidant
Green Tea Inhibits collagen breakdown

$6.99 www.olehenriksen.com

All these products are amazing and I've used them personally!  There are of course more awesome options that might be tailored more to your needs but these have been awesome with my skin needs!  

Enjoy your fabulous squeaky clean gorgeous skin!!!