Get Ready for Cold Weather: Dermatologist Tips for Eczema and Aveeno's NEW Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm

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Get Ready for Cold Weather: 

Dermatologist Tips for Eczema and Aveeno's NEW Baby Eczema Therapy Nigttime Balm: 

Cold weather will soon be upon us! A change of season always calls for a revision of my skincare routine. My skincare needs often depend on the weather and environmental conditions. With the arrival of Fall, I am looking to update the skincare needs of my whole family. My toddler son has Eczema. So, I am particularly interested in keeping his skin soothed and protected through the harsher weather of Fall and Winter. 

As an Aveeno Ambassador, I have access to top Dermatologists for skincare questions. I am so excited that Aveeno was able to connect me to Dermatologist Jeanine B. Downie (a widely-recognized dermatologist featured in Allure, InStyle and SELF) for a short interview about Eczema. 

Dr. Jeanine B. Downie talked to me about how colder temperatures affect skin conditions. She specifically addressed Eczema. I asked her for some tips about how we can protect our skin in the Winter. She shared some great information, advice, and tips. I am thrilled that I get to share these with you. 

About Dr. Jeanine B. Downie:
Dr. Jeanine B. Downie, M.D., Director of Image Dermatology in Montclair, NJ is a Board Certified Dermatologist by the American Board of Dermatology. Also, she is a fellow of the American Academy of Dermatology. She is a highly sought out Dermatologist with a reputation for personal patient care and excellence within the field. She is nationally recognized and has been featured on a varitety of TV and radio shows including: The View, The Early Show, Good Morning America, The Today Show, Dr. Oz, GMA Health, The Wendy Williams Show, The Rachel Ray Show, Good Day New York, Fox 5 LIVE News, Channel 2 Morning News, BET News, Channel 9 News, News 12, Fox 5 Sports, Living It Up with Ali and Jack, Ten Years Younger, The Montel Williams Show, and more. Her melanoma segment on Fox 5 Sports and MSG Network was nominated for an Emmy. 

Dr. Jeanine B. Downie M.D., Director of Image Dermatology in Montclair, NJ, Board Certified Dermatologist

Q&A and Skincare Tips for Cold Weather:

Q: Why do some kids and adults develop Eczema and is it Allergy related? 

A: Dr. Downie explained that Allergies, Eczema, and Asthma are all related as they are caused by the same gene. If you have allergies or asthma you may be predisposed to have eczema and vice versa. I have certainly found this to be true in my family. My brother and mother have Asthma and Allergies, I have Allergies, and my son has Eczema. I am certainly watching his development closely to see if allergies develop (I suspect that he has seasonal allergies already) and asthma. 

Q: I have a son with Eczema. Also, I have sensitive skin myself. How does colder weather impact skin conditions such as Eczema and sensitive skin in children and adults ?

A: Dr. Downie expressed that the lack of humidity in the air in the Winter months is the main culprit for Eczema flare-ups in colder temperatures. Dry air means dry skin. Dry skin is itchy and we tend to scratch itches. This is known as the itch/scratch cycle in Eczema. We must keep our skin moisturized and prevent dry air to break the itch/scratch vicious cycle of Eczema. She also explained that the heat of Summer can cause flare ups as well. I have seen this with my son. She explained that the salt in sweat contributes to the itch scratch cycle. 

Expert tip: Most regions should use humidifiers from Oct-May in the bedroom to help combat the lack of humidity in the environment. This is a great tip and something I plan on doing in my son's bedroom ASAP! 

Q: What can we do to better prepare our skin for colder weather?

A: Dr. Downie specifically gave me tips here for preparing my son's skin for the upcoming colder months. She expressed that the best thing I could do would be to use baby formula products like the Aveeno Baby Eczema line. 

Expert Tips: 
Use Aveeno Baby Eczema products to provide better hydration for the skin. Aveeno's new product, the Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm is specifically good as it is a steroid-free and paraben-free hydrating and moisturizing cream with 3x the amount of glycerin for severely dry and itchy skin. If you can decrease dry skin, you can decrease the itching and scratching for improved skin and improved sleep (for your child and you!). Another great tip: clip your baby/toddler's nails every/other day! You should clip low enough to not see the white nail overhang. I realized that I was keeping my son's nails much too long and this was contributing to his Eczema flare-ups from scratching. I have already started my routine of clipping his nails shorter and filing them every/other day to keep them short. Great tip!!! 

Q: My son is 2 1/2 might he outgrow his Eczema? 

A: Dr. Downie expressed that his Eczema will likely come more under control as he grows but often kids do not outgrow it until their teen years and many have Eczema for life. Her best tip was to keep using the Aveeno Baby Eczema formulas on him, even when he is not a baby anymore as they really are the best thing to use through the pediatric years to prevent recurrance of Eczema. With the high glycerin content, the colloidal oatmeal, and the hydrating formulas, you really can't go wrong with these products.  

Now that you have read through Dr. Downie's tips for managing childhood Eczema and preventing flare-ups during colder weather, lets talk a bit more about one of the products that she highly recommended (and a personal new favorite of mine, too): Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm. 

Aveeno® Baby® Eczema Therapy Nightime Balm:
I am a long-time fan and user of the Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Collection of products. My son was diagnosed with Eczema when he was an infant. So, I have been using the Aveeno collection of products since then. Overally, the Aveeno products work amazingly well at preventing and treating my toddler's eczema flare-ups.

I am super excited about this new line addition to the Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Collection! I think a nighttime balm is so useful. I love the idea of a super rich balm that works overnight to soothe my son's Eczema! We do a nighttime bath every other evening and I usually slather him down in Aveeno's Baby Eczema Therapy Cream. However, there are some times when even that wonderful cream doesn't cut it for an Eczema flare-up. During these times, my son's skin is itchy and uncomfortable. That is when I need something even richer and more nourishing and soothing than the cream. So, I use the Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm right over the Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Cream. I use it like a spot-treatment on his Eczema patches and areas of super dry skin. Also, I tend to apply it where I see him itching. I love the balm-like thick and rich feel of this balm. There is no question, I see such a difference in his skin when he wakes up in the morning after applying this balm to affected areas. 

Aveeno's NEW Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm has Aveeno's tradmark Active Naturals ingredients plus a high level of glycerin to help intensly moisturize and sooth the skin. Oat is the #1 ingredient to soothe itch and treat skin conditions like eczema. This balm has been clinically proven to reduce the occurance of itchy patches and eczema flare ups. 

I am so happy to add the NEW Aveeno Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm to my son's arsenal of skincare products. 

Are you an adult with Eczema? Well, good news! Aveeno also has a NEW Itch Relief Balm formulated and packaged for adults: introducing Aveeno Eczema Therapy Itch Relief Balm. It provides up to 6 hours of itch relief after application. With 3x more glycerin, this rich protective balm intensely moisturizes and leaves skin feeling super soft and comfortable. Plus, it has Aveeno's trademark Active Naturals. 

What do you do to prepare your skin and your family's skin for the change of season? Do you have Eczema issues in your house as well? Be sure to scope out Aveeno's Eczema Therapy line and the NEW Baby Eczema Therapy Nighttime Balm! 

Thanks for reading! I hope that you enjoyed reading Dr. Downie's advice and tips as much as I did! 
XOXO

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Belli Skincare Birthday Bash: Fall Event Website Sale!

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Belli Skincare Birthday Bash:

You guys know that I love my Belli Skincare! That is why I am always happy to pass along news of a sale. This pregnancy and nursing safe skincare is what I used during both my pregnancy and nursing phases of life...and guess what? Many of these products I loved so much during pregnancy and nursing that I still use them now! If you missed my previous review, please check the most recent one out here. And now, on to the sale news...

Belli Skincare Birthday Bash: Fall Event Website Sale! 

Belli Skincare’s Fall Event is going on from 10/2 -10/15. Use code “BLI30” to receive 30% off everything sitewide and surprise daily discounts up to 50%.  In addition, with purchase, Belli consumers are registered to win $1,200 worth of prizes!

Happy Shopping! :)

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Soothe Your Skin with CeraVe: NEW Hydrating and Eczema Soothing Body Washes!

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As much as I love my fancy scented body washes, there are certain times when nothing beats a good basic and gentle body wash that is formulated for my sensitive skin. When my allergies kick into gear, I have to cut back on all of my scents across the board and body wash is no exception. Plus, I have a son with Eczema. So, I am always looking for gentle products for him as well as products that are specifically formulated for people or kids with eczema. 

CeraVe, a brand that I completely trust when it comes to products for sensitive skin, has recently released some new body washes: CeraVe's NEW Hydrating Body Wash and Eczema Soothing Body Wash.

To find out how my family and I liked these body washes and to hear some more details, please click "read more" below! 

POPSUGAR Must Have Box: September Box Opening!

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POPSUGAR Must Have Box September 2016 Box Opening:

It is time for another POPSUGAR Must Have Box Box Opening! These boxes are so much fun and I just love sharing the box openings with you readers. I think that these boxes are a great way to try out new things that you might have never tried otherwise. We are all creatures of routine and habit. These boxes are such a fun surprise and a great way to get out of your routine and try out new things! Plus, it is like getting a little "present" in the mail each month. Who doesn't love that! ;) 

The POPSUGAR "Must Have Box" Subscription:

Want to get an amazing curated monthly box from POPSUGAR? These boxes are so fun and a super special treat to yourself each month. Plus, they are packed with full-sized surprises (fashion, beauty, home, and more!) that you are sure to love.  

There are a variety of Subscription plans available to meet your needs: Monthly, 3-Month, and 6-Month. The longer you sign up for, the more you save. The most you will pay is $39.95 a month plus free shipping. These are a great treat for yourself, or a "gift that keeps giving" for a friend!

Want to hear about what was inside my September 2016 Must Have Box from POPSUGAR? Please click "read more" below to find out!

The Beauty Spotlight Team: Weekend Links!

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Thinking about trying bayalage? Check out Pammy Blogs Beauty's transition from full foil highlights to a much more natural bayalage color with highlights and lowlights. 

Amber from daydreaming beauty has the scoop on a few new Fall beauty releases, including a gorgeous new palette from butter LONDON! 

Cindy from Prime Beauty thinks the butterLONDON Beauty Clutch lives up to it's name of Glitz and Glamour. See what you think! 

Fall is here! Phyrra's got the Makeup Geek Fall 2016 Collection to share with you. You'll love these gorgeous colors! 

Never Say Die Beauty is already thinking holiday shopping. And she’s got some fabulous small gift ideas for you from the natural, cruelty-free skincare brand, FarmHouse Fresh. 

Beauty Info Zone is another blog obsessed with Farmhouse Fresh and Marcia gives you the recipe for perfection. 

Pumpkin spice ALL the things with the ColourPop Terracotta Fall Edit and be ON TREND this Autumn! 

Christa from Perilously Pale shares a review and swatches (including lip swatches) of the full 18 shade range of Bite Beauty Multisticks. 

Helen from Lola's Secret Beauty Blog is a huge fan of high quality exfoliating cleansers that are gentle and effective, and that do not strip the skin. Therefore it should come as no surprise that Colbert MD Balance Purifying Cleanser ranks among her all-time favorite Holy Grail cleansers! 

Getting the most out of your skincare is important from the inside and out! Blushing Noir is currently using these products from BeBe & Bella will get you there - and there's a 20% off code involved! 

Fall has arrived and Justina's Gems has beautiful fall makeup for you from Jane Iredale that you don't want to miss.

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NEW from Rimmel: OH MY GLOSS! Lip Glosses

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NEW from Rimmel London: OH MY GLOSS! Lip Glosses

Have you guys seen these super cute glosses yet from Rimmel London? I am totally crushing over these super silky hydrating glosses! 

Lately, I am all about a low-maintenence lip. I am a busy Mom on-the-go and I do end up giving a lot of kisses during the day to my toddler and preschooler. So, I am not on a big lipstick kick lately. I need a low-maintence and low-fuss lip. Lip Balm is often my go-to. However, I do crave giving my lips a bit of color and shine, too. So, if I am not reaching for a lip balm or a tinted lip balm, I like reaching for a hydrating lip gloss. What can I say? I just feel a bit cuter with a lipgloss on, lol! These new OH MY GLOSS! lip glosses from Rimmel are my new go-to. 

OH MY GLOSS! Lip Glosses:

I love the hydrating feel as well as the soft, shimmery, and sheer color that these glosses give my lips. These are ever-so-slightly sticky, but not overly so (not to the point of being annoying, just enough tack to allow the gloss to adehere and last awhile). So, there is a nice balance between the texture and staying power of these. Rimmel boasts that these glosses give you hours of color, shine, and comfort. So, they certainly do give you long wear and lasting color (however, I do not get a full 6 as I just snack too much for my lip products to last that long, lol). There is a very slight vanilla-isa scent that I like (but not sure if this is an actual added scent or just the way the gloss smells naturally). 

It is no surprise to me that these glosses are hydrating once I read the ingredients. These glosses contain the some super hydrating lip-loving ingredients like Argan Oil (one of my hands-down favorite oils!) and Vitamin E. 

OH MY GLOSS! lip glosses come in 12 shades. I was able to try 5 shades (see photos and swatches above): Captivate Me, Stay My Rose, Ooh La La, Pin Up, and Non Stop Glamour. If I had to pick a favorite of these, it would have to be Captivate Me. It is the perfect MLBB pretty everyday gloss! 

Overall, these glossses are super shiny and beautiful. They give lovely sheer color, are long lasting, and have a nice hydrating effect. I am totally digging these! Be sure to scoop some up next time you are drugstore browsing or doing your usual Target run! ;) Is anyone else like me and in Target every single week without fail? lol! 

I can't wait to pick up some more of these OH MY GLOSS! glosses! :)

Thanks for reading! xoxo

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My Favorite Everyday Neutrals Eye Palette: essence All About ROSES

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My Favorite Everyday Neutrals Eye Palette:

essence's All About ROSES:

It is time that I gave this palette some major blog-love! Essence's All About ROSES palette is hands-down my favorite everyday neutrals eye palette of the moment. I literally use this palette every day and have even...hit pan (I know! OMG!). 

To me, essence's All About ROSES palette has the perfect combination of shades: from a matte vanilla (perfect for brow bone), to a shimmery champagne (this is now my HG lid shade and inner corner highlight), to a matte neutral light brown taupe crease color (so perfect), to a shimmery light taupe (outer corner), and even a nice matte dark brown (beautiful used as a liner wet). This palette has everything I need for my favorite everyday look. I am absolutely thrilled with the color lineup in this palette. 

Now, lets talk about some other things that I love about this palette. First of all, the pigmentation and texture of these shadows is amazing! They are buttery smooth and blendable while also being richly pigmented. These shadows wear all day on me when I wear a primer on my oily lids. (Also, in the 90s heat of the late summer, I also wear a makeup setting spray daily to prevent all of my makeup from melting off). 

I also love the size of this palette and the packaging. The packaging is a simple clear non-bulky acryllic palette. A clean and simple design that lets the makeup shades stand out. Slim enough to make it perfect for travel and storage in my everyday makeup train case. 

Last, but not least ya'll, this palette is $5.49 at Target!!! OMG, seriously! What a steal when you consider you are getting a perfect palette!!! Essence has long been a go-to brand for me for "cheap thrill" good quality cosmetics. Essence makes it so easy to experiment and try new trends as you can get all of their items so affordably. Plus, when you find an item that is your new Holy Grail product, like this All About Roses palette, you can afford to stock up! Yes, I already have a brand new back up since I have hit pan on my first All About Roses palette. So, I was able to swatch a brand new palette for you lovelies! 

I love this All About ROSES palette by essence so much that I honestly hope that they never stop making it! Be sure to scoop one up next time you are shopping at Target or doing online Target shopping (available at Ulta, too!). You can also check out essence's Fall Makeup lineup here: really fun makeup for Fall!!! 

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Blushing Noir Shares her Top 5 Favorites from ITCosmetics!

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If you've ever had a hard time choosing exactly what you need to try first from IT Cosmetics then you're in luck! Brooke from Blushing Noir has chosen her Top 5 products and even threw in a little giveaway to get your collection started (or help it grow!). Click here to check out her top picks and enter to win!

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Rollback with Snapple® Tea: Walmart Deal!

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Rollback with Snapple® Tea: Walmart Deal! 

Hey there readers! I have an aweome deal to share with ya'll today: A Snapple® Tea Rollback deal at Walmart! This is a great price for a delicious drink. So, be sure to scope out this deal when you are shopping at your local Walmart. 

The Details:

Enjoy more for less with Snapple’s $1.50 Rollback on 64 Oz. Bottles at Walmart

Buy Snapple 64 oz. Peach, Diet Peach, and Kiwi Strawberry for only $1.50 (was $1.98) from now until November 30th at Walmart. Make Time for Snapple!

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Modern and Natural Blonde Highlights: Transition from Foil to Bayalage with Lindsey Ryan

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Modern and Natural Blonde: 

My Transition from Full Foil Highlights to Bayalage with Lindsey Ryan

I have been doing full foil highlights for what seems like years...actually, gasp, decades! Anybody with me here? While I have varied from natural blonde with lowlights and highlights to heavy bleach highlights, one thing has remained constant: the foil highlighting method. 

So, what prompted this change? Well, for starters, I have found a fantastic hairdresser who I really trust: Lindsey Ryan at Keri Gold Salon in Buckhead. I have been going to Lindsey for cuts, highlights, and keratin treatments for about 6 months. I must say, she is the best hairdresser that I have had in years! She gives fantastic precision cuts and is particularly talented with color. Since first meeting Lindsey, she has talked to me about the Bayalage highlighting method. It is one of her specialities. So, that certainly started my interest in the Bayalage method. 

So, I started pinning Bayalage highlight ideas like crazy on Pinterest. The look is just so much more modern and natural than my classic foil highlights. Bayalage gives you a more "rooted" look with a softer grow out. I love this idea! Typically my roots start driving me crazy in a matter of weeks. Bayalage blends out the roots more and gives you more time in-between colorings. 

So, I decided to go for a Bayalage change. I was coming from full heavy bleach highlights. My highlights were practically solid and very heavy blonde. Lindsay wove in both bleach highlights and darker natural lowlights with the Bayalage method. If you have never had nor seen Bayalage, it is a unique method. The color and bleach are painted on strands of hair and layered on top of and beneath many layers of plastic cling wrap. Overall, the method seems to have more freedom and artisitic expression in the application (where foil highlights seem more methodical). 

Lindsay was able to beautifully transition my hair from full heavy bleach highlights to a more natural and rooted look using Baylage highlights and lowlights. Not only am I loving my subtle color change, but also I am loving the softness and condition of my hair! I have gotten a ton of compliments on my color and am just thrilled with the results. 

One of my biggest concerns with going to a new colorist is their ability to achieve beautiful results while still maintaining the integrity, strength, and condition of my hair. There is no question that my past six months with Lindsay Ryan has had a positive impact on the condition of my hair. Before going to Lindsay, I was having trouble with breakage and damage despite my hair care arsenal of awesome products and my diligience with conditioning and protein treatments. Over time, since going to Lindsay, my hair's condition has certainly improved. This is a huge deal for me and one of the biggest reasons that I recommend Lindsey Ryan for hair in Atlanta! 

So, what is my next plan with my hair? Well, I want to continue with the Bayalage method. I would love to have Lindsay add a few more lowlights next time to blend in more of my natural color even more and give an even thicker rooted look. She did a subtle change this time around to see how I liked it with the idea that we could go heavier with the lowlights next time. The results are beautiful and I am so happy with my hair! 

More About Lindsay:

You can find Lindsay at Keri Gold Salon in Buckhead in Atlanta, GA. Lindsey is originally from Kansas. While she is still somewhat new to the Atlanta area, she is not new to hair! She has over 16 years of salon experience. Lindsey was initially trained and educated with AVEDA but also has Vidal Sasoon and Davines training. Lindsey is fabulous and so professional! She is in touch with the latest techniques in color and cutting. Her special areas of expertise include extensions, balayage, and precision hair cutting. I am impressed with her skill and expertise and highly recommend her! Want to see more of Lindsey's work? Be sure to check out her pics on Instagram and follow her there! :) 

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Suppliment your Healthy Diet with life’sDHA™: DHA for All Stages of Life!

I have always been a bit of a health-enthusiast. This started from a very young age as my parents raised me to love eating healthy home-made foods. From gardening to enjoying preparing foods, to eating at the table with my family-I enjoy great foods and a healthy diet!  

Even though both my family and I enjoy a healthy and balanced diet, I am still a big believer in supplements. There are honestly just some nutrients that I know are so essential and important that I am not getting enough of in my typical food rotation. So, I do enjoy using both supplements and foods that are enriched with vitamins and nutrients. This became particularly important to me when I was pregnant with both of my kids. Nourishing both my own body and my growing baby was of the utmost importance. I did quite a bit of research on prenatal vitamins and nutrients that babies need in-utero. I was fascinated by DHA omega-3 and realized that this was a nutrient that was missing in my diet that I not only needed, but that my growing baby needed too!  

DHA for Moms: Pregnancy and more!

If you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or a mother of a young child, you should consider learning more about DHA omega-3! 

DHA is an omega-3 is naturally found in breast milk and it accumulates in significant amounts in the brain, eyes and heart. The presence of DHA omega-3 is essential to your body throughout all stages of life: maternal health, infant health, children and adult health. DHA is an essential nutrient not only for brain health, but also for heart and eye health and development as well. DHA is essential for infant cognitive development as well as brain health throughout life.

Supplementing with DHA omega-3 from a vegetarian source from algae (in the life’sDHA® brand), is a fantastic way to add DHA to your body. The life’sDHA® website offers detailed information about this fatty acid’s role at various stages of life. Be sure to visit the life’sDHA® website to read more about how DHA can support brain and eye development throughout all stages of life. Plus, there are some great articles about fitness tips, nutritious recipes and much more!  

DHA needs in Children and in Later Life Stages:

Children need DHA omega-3, too, to support the health of their growing brain. There are a variety of children's supplements on the market and foods that are enriched with DHA. DHA needs even expand to adulthood. The need for DHA is present throughout life.

The more I read about DHA, the more I realize that it is absolutely essential and a nutrient that I need to make sure is present in both my own body and those of my family. Therefore, I am a big believer in supplementing with DHA!  life’sDHA® is a high-quality vegetarian source of DHA omega-3 sourced from algae.  life’sDHA® is an ingredient in foods, beverages and supplements throughout the world. Look for the life’sDHA® logo on product packaging to know you’re getting a vegetarian source of DHA omega-3.

 

 

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The Beauty Spotlight Team: Top Five from Pixi Beauty with Beauty Info Zone!

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How does a beauty junkie pick just 5 items out of a long list of favorites? While Marcia from Beauty Info Zone was able to do it, she really had a tough time. Do you agree with her picks? Check out her Top Five From Pixi Beauty here! :) 

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Kiehl’s semi-annual Healthy Skin Event

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Are you ready to switch up your skincare for Fall? Well, now is the time! One of my all-time favorite skincare brands, Kiehl's, has an amazing event starting this month! Here are the details...

Kiehl’s semi-annual Healthy Skin Event:

At any Kiehl’s U.S. store or at www.Kiehls.com you can receive 4 complimentary deluxe samples in a travel bag for any $65+ purchase.  For $100 purchases, you can add on a full-sized cleanser of your choice! 

Have fun shopping! :) It is a great time to stock up on old faves or try something new! 

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RoC®'s 3rd Annual Wrinkle Ranking Study: How Does Your State Rank?

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RoC® Skincare Forcasts the Future of Fine Lines:

Your skin status offically revealed...via zip code!

Do you sometimes wish that you had a crystal ball to take a look into the future? Well, while we don't have a crystal ball, we can look to RoC®'s 3rd Annual Wrinkle Ranking Study to see what the future might bring us wrinkle-wise. 

I was a little shocked and dismayed to see that Atlanta will be the 13^th most wrinkle-prone city in 2040! Ack!!! With that in mind, you can be sure that I will be diligent in continuing my anti-aging skincare routine. 

So, what exactly does this RoC® Wrinkle Ranking Study tell us? It is a comprehensive survey evaluated a variety of factors and discovered some unique trends that affect wrinkle proneness in major cities across the United States. 

RoC® Skincare and Spearling's Best Places partner in the 3rd Annual  RoC® Wrinkle Ranking Study to identify the underlying factors-based on geographic location in the U.S.-that are likely to impact skin aging by the year 2040. Curous about how your state ranks? Be sure to scope out the full RoC® Wrinkle Ranking Study here!

Key Findings Include:

• Larger, metropolitan areas are most wrinkle-prone in 2040 due to the effects of their extreme urban environments, including lower air quality and commuter congestion.
• Forecasts of high temperatures paired with less precipitation could increase the risk of wrinkles in areas such as the Great Lakes and the Northeast. 
• Cities like Nashville, St. Louis, and Kansas City are expected to retain smoking rates significantly higher than the rest of the country, leaving residents more at-risk for wrinkles. 

My Georgia readers, what to hear more? Here’s how the ATL is stacking up to #13:

• Georgians, Georgians Everywhere – Contributing to the A’s projected ranking is its high population (5^th highest) and rapid anticipated growth into 2040. A lengthy commute and exposure to air pollution come with the territory of living in one of the largest metro areas. 
• Shades On, Smoke Gone – On the upside, The Big Peach can be proud of both a skin cancer forecast and smoking rate below average. Keep on using the SPF and kicking “butts!”
• A Sticky Situation – Did you know Atlanta currently has the fourth most gum chewers in the country? While residents may boast fresh breath, some experts believe the act of chewing can causes lines and folds around the mouth due to muscle overuse.

Never fear...this news does not have to make you frown! The future of wrinkle solutions is now: With RoC® Skincare on your side, beautiful and healthy skin can still be achieveable starting today! 

Yes, we can fight these environmental and geographic factors that contribute to aging! Just find and stick to a good Retinol-based anti-aging skincare routine! The great news is that you do not need high-end skincare to do this. There are some fabulous anti-aging products available right at the drugstore. When it comes to Retinol products, RoC® is a brand that I have used and trusted for years.

Some of my RoC® Skincare Favorites:

RoC® Retinol Correxion Eye Cream:

This product is clinically proven to fight signs of aging in the eye area. I literally use this eye cream every day and can't rave enough about it. Yes, I do try other eye creams from time-to-time since I review beauty products. However, I always come back to this eye cream! I know that I am getting my daily dose of Retinol when I use this. It is hydrating, fights fine lines and wrinkles, plumps my skin, and is gentle enough for daily use and my sensitive eyes. I am thrilled with my results! I often have people telling me that I look younger than my 40-something years and I honestly attribute that to this eye cream and my other anti-aging skincare products! 

RoC® Retinol Correxion Deep Wrinkle Serum:

Another skincare essential is a good serum. This anti-aging formula is clinically proven to reduce both fine lines and deep wrinkles. For me, this product has both immediate and long-term results. I have noticed a reduction in fine lines with this serum and have had improvements in skin tone, smoothness, and overall radiance. I love the texture of this serum, too! It makes a great makeup base.

What an intersting study! Curous about how your state ranks? Be sure to scope out the full RoC® Wrinkle Ranking Study here!

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Sept Beauty Basket Giveaway at Free Beauty Events!

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September Beauty Basket Giveaway at Free Beauty Events:

It is back-to-school season! What better time to try out some new beauty products. Free Beauty Events is a great resource for free beauty events in your area. Plus, they offer fantastic monthly giveaways!

September Giveaway Details:

This month the Free Beauty events Giveaway Beauty Basket includes products from Marc Anthony, Design Essentials, Simple Skincare, RoC, Nexxus, Essie, Neutrogena, NYC Cosmetics and more! 

The Contest runs from now through 9/30/16, winners will be chosen on 10/10/2016and notified by 10/15/2016. 

Free Beauty Events want to encourage you to go to their Facebook page and like it, then enter to win on their website page. 

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Have a Relaxation Day with Luxury Products!

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Happy National Relaxation Day: Celebrate with Luxury Products! 

Did you know that today, August 15^th , was National Relaxation Day? While that day has passed, I think that finding time to relax every day is  so imortant!  I mean, I know that I could certainly use some relaxation. Day-to-day life can be stressful. We must feed our mind and soul and nourish it when we can! Why not celebrate this idea by treating yourself to luxuries at home with beautifying essentials from C.O. Bigelow, mē and Soap & Paper Factory. Why? Because you deserve a treat! 

Here is the Scoop on some fabulously decadent luxury products from C.O. Bigelow, mē and Soap & Paper Factory:

C.O. Bigelow Candle: 

I love C.O. Bigelow candles! The Lavender Peppermint is one of my favorites. It literally smells like a spa. The scent is lasting and the scent throw fills the whole room. The frosted glass candle holder has an understated eleagance that I really appreciate for my home decor.  A coveted collection of scented candles from America’s oldest apothecary. From imbuing every room with lush fragrance to setting soft mood lighting, candles turn your home into a sanctuary. The brand’s dedicated chemists developed nine scented candles using a proprietary blend of waxes with lead-free wicks to ensure even melting. Each specially-crafted candle is infused with the highest quality fragrance oils at concentrated levels to fill your dwelling with timeless scents. Available in Freesia, Lemon, Amber, Lavender-Peppermint, Musk, Eucalyptus, Fig, Smoke and Neroli

Cost: $42

Available: bigelowchemists.com

mē glow beauty boosting pillowcase and eye mask: 

I didn't get a chance to try out the eye mask, however, the satin pillow cases are so luxurious! I feel like consistant sleep on both these pillow cases both soothes your skin and diminishes frizz in your hair. In as little as two weeks, see brighter, glowing skin. In as little as four weeks, see fine lines disappear. Copper is an essential mineral known to enhance skin appearance for a healthy, youthful glow. Whenever the beauty boosting pillowcase or eye mask touches your skin, the copper ions in the fabric interact with the skin’s upper layers during sleep to improve the appearance of skin overnight.

Cost: $55 pillow case, $25 eye mask

Available: mepower.com

Soap & Paper Factory Luxe Bubble Bath: 

This is probably one of the prettiest bottles of bubble bath that I have ever seen. It almost looks like a very tall and thin wine bottle. I love the look of this bottle on my bathtub. The scent is gorgeous and I am a fan of the decadent bubbles. This would be a great treat for yourself or it would make a gorgeous gift! This super luxe bubble bath is skin softening and so bubbly! The unique fragrances possess qualities to relax and nurture. These products are also paraben and sulfate free. Available in Green Tea, Gardenia, Lavender, Lemon Verbena, Jasmine, Marine, Tuberose and Neroli.

Cost: $30-$32

Available: soapandpaperfactory.com

I hope you have a relaxing day! I know that I am planning a nice bath for tonight. We should all relax more. Especially us busy Moms. We need pampering, too! :) 

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