Vivite Exfoliating Facial Cleanser

One of the 4 products in the VIVITÉ^® System that serve as the foundation for this skin care line. Blended for all skin types. This cleanser contains 15% glycolic compound, as well as exfoliating microbeads to thoroughly help dissolve accumulated dead skin cells.  It has a rich, creamy lather without a soap base. Instyle Magazine ranked it as one of the Best Beauty Buys for 2009.

According to Practical Dermatology, May 2007, Vol. 4 , No. 5, In a recent clinical study involving 22 female subjects with mild to moderate photodamage, researchers found that after three weeks of VIVITÉ^® use, there was a 22 percent reduction in fine lines and wrinkles, a 36 percent increase in skin moisture, and a 65 percent reduction of skin dryness.

Directions: 2-3 times a week apply a nickel size amount to your hand and massage over damp skin. Rinse with warm water and tap dry with a clean cloth.

Clarisonic Classic - Three Color Choices

All it takes is 60-seconds a day.

Clarisonic has developed a sonic technology which appears to gently and effectively loosen dirt and oil to clear your pores. In an article titled Enhancing Cosmetic Surgical Dermatologic Procedures, written by Michael H. Gold, M.D, he describes the Clarisonic skincare cleansing device, manufactured by Pacific Bioscience, product as “uses sonic oscillating brushes to deeply cleanse, stimulate and clarify the skin by differential manipulation of the microanatomy of the skin for deep cleansing without stripping skincare layers.”A study in 2007, conducted by the American Academy of Dermatology, noted “the sonic skin care brush does not damage or dry the skin and confirms that the sonic brush may be safely and effectively used on patients with seborrheic dermatitis (inflammed/flaking skin).”

How is Clarisonic different from Microdermabrasion products? Microdermabrasion products abrade the skin and are not meant for daily use. Clarisonic can be used 2x a day with the Clarisonic cleansers or other non-abrasive cleansers.

Clarisonic is NOT for people with the following concerns:

• have heightened skin allergies
• have an extreme sunburn
• have open wounds or open lesions
• are taking medication that can cause skin sensitivity^*
• recently had a facial cosmetic procedure^*
• have pustular acne, or serious sensitive–skin disorders and/or infections^*

*Always check with your physician or skin care professional before using a system such as this one.

Price: Ranges from $149-$225 depending upon model selected.

Visit www.clarisonic.com for more details.

From Johnson & Johnson, Purpose Gentle Cleansing Wash is good for all skin types as it is gentle and non-drying. It is soap and oil free and said to be as gentle as water. It comes in 6fl oz. Average price online is about $6.50 (with the lowest price at Amazon for $5.33). Purpose has even received an Editor’s Choice Award from Allure Magazine. Consumers who have tried the product agree with the claims from Johnson & Johnson about it being gentle on the skin and non-drying. The only con to be found? The bottle isn’t as travel friendly as most people would like it to be.

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

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

B. Kamins Booster Blue Rosacea Cleanser

Formulated for all skin types, this cleanser especially targets those consumers who suffer from the red and irritation caused by Rosacea. The cleanser contains bisobolol, an anti-inflammatory, which is said to help to restore smoothness while calming and cooling. It has been dermatologist tested for purity and allergies.

Application: Morning and night to reddened areas of the face, reapplied during the day as needed.

Ingredients: Aqua (Water/Eau), Bio-Maple Compound (Maple Isolate)(Acer Saccharum), Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, PEG-8, Cetyl Alcohol, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Squalane, Carbomer, Stearic Acid, Cyclomethicone, PEG/PPG-18/18 Dimethicone, Ceteareth-12, Polysorbate 80, Triethanolamine, Tocopheryl Acetate (Vitamin E), Retinyl Palmitate (Vitamin A), Bisabolol, Phenoxyethanol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, Butylparaben, Propylparaben, Disodium EDTA, Blue 1 (CI 42090), Yellow 5 (CI 19140), Yellow 6 (CI 15985).

Customer Satisfaction: Overall High Customer Satisfaction

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Bio-Oil® is a 2oz skincare product formuated to reduce the appearance of scars, stretch marks and fine lines and wrinkles. Crafted with PurCellin Oil™, a laboratory re-creation of preen gland oil of ducks, this oil helps to reduce the thickness, giving the product more of a cream like consistency.

In addition to the PurCellin Oil™, other main ingredients include:

• Vitamin A – to help improve the skin’s elasticity, texture and tone.
• Vitamin E – antioxidant, which helps to increase the moisture, makes the skin softer and smoother.
• Calendula oil – another natural antioxidant which helps to clarify and condition the skin, while providing soothing and calming benefits for sensitive skin types.
• Lavender oil – effective in calming and soothing the skin.
• Rosemary oil - said to invigorate and condition the skin, plus calming and soothing properties.
• Chamomile oil -known to be calming and soothing, beneficial for sensitive skin.

A complete list can be found here.*Also contains Mineral Oil & Citronella Oil. Those with perfume allergies should completely review the list of ingredients before trying this product.

Union Swiss, the manufacturer of Bio-Oil, has conducted numerous clinical trials, all showing measurable results. Individual reviews, as always are mixed. Some people are seeing great results; others aren’t so happy with the results or the price tag.

BioOil® – 2oz bottle
Average Price Online: $11.33
Check Amazon or ThisThatandEverything for the best prices.

Olay is getting great reviews on its Regenerist Touch of Foundation UV Defense Regenerating Lotion with a Touch of Foundation SPF 15. The lotion provides a thick layer of moisture with a sheer tint to even out skin tone and provide a smooth look. Overall, consumers love the product, but feel it can be a little thick, although not as thick as regular foundation, and heavy on the skin at first.

The best ingredients contained in this products include:

• Vitamin B3 – also known as Niacin, contributes to the support of the skin’s barrier against pollutants and other irritants; it has also been shown to be useful for encouraging the production of natural emollients that can help the skin remain hydrated.
• Amino-Peptide – said to be effective in removing fine lines and wrinkles
• Vitamin E – essential in helping to protect skin cells from ultra violet light, pollution, drugs, and other elements that produce cell damaging free radicals.
• PRO-Vitamin B5 – helps to to moisturize, soothe, heal and regenerate the skin

Olay’s Regenerist Product line is sold only in stores. General retail price for the Regenerist UV Defense Regenerating Lotion + Touch of Foundation is about $19.99 for 1.7oz.

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About 1,680 units with Batch # 592 11 EJ have been recalled by Yes To Inc. The product is contaminated with Pseudomonas putida.
This Soothing Facial Cosmetic Mud Mask has been distributed Nationwide. This mud mask can be found online at most retailers for about $14.99. Please verify the Batch # before purchasing.

Information about the Food & Drug Administration (FDA)

Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts – Recalls of cosmetics are voluntary actions taken by manufacturers or distributors to remove from the marketplace products that represent a hazard or gross deception, or that are somehow defective. FDA is not authorized to require recalls of cosmetics but does monitor companies that conduct a product recall and may request a product recall if the firm is not willing to remove dangerous products from the market without FDA’s written request.

This soap-free cleanser from Usana Health Sciences (www.usana.com) purifies your skin as it softens and hydrates. Wash away impurities to reveal healthy-looking skin that feels clean, refined, and revitalized. The juicy tangerine fragrance will have you looking forward to your shower every morning. This gel contains a unique blend of plant extracts, including elder flower, echinacea, and centella asiatica to refine and firm the skin. It also contains the skin-softening moisturizers of Irish moss and mallow, and the powerful antioxidants of green tea and whole grape.

In an era of looking good and feeling good, we’re all trying to find a natural way to pamper our skin without potentially harming our bodies in the future. Really, who wants to grow old gracefully? We want to pamper the largest organ we have: our skin! This gel actually cleanses your skin, is safe enough for babies, and wakes you up with its fragrance. 8fl oz costs you about $12.95 and lasts quite awhile. Parents will love the fact it works as a safe bubble bath for small children as well.

The Skin Care Tool from Tweezerman is great for getting rid of spots, with whiteheads and blackheads both easily tackled by this device, too.

Let’s face it, we’ve all had them, and the first instinct is to squeeze the little buggers, isn’t it? And what happens then? It just makes ‘em worse!

No such worries with this little winner, which squeezes out the goo without leaving your face looking like you’ve just gone three rounds with Mike Tyson. Even very small spots can’t escape the Tweezerman Skin Care Tool, especially for whiteheads, which the small loops get rid of efficiently with little to no scarring as a result. Recommended for spotty faces everywhere.