Glow Out Sale: 40% off All Aveeno on Amazon

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Glow Out Sale: 40% off All Aveeno on Amazon

Dull Winter skin got you down? The good news is…you don’t have to live with dull, dry skin until spring.

Aveeno is one of my go-to brands for products for body care, skin care, and for baby/children. I have so many favorites! So, what do I recommend that you scope out and snag up for this sale? Hmm...

Be sure ot check out the Positively Radiant® line:

ACTIVE NATURALS® Total Soy Complex helps to visibly transform the 5 FACTORS OF RADIANCE® including: tone, texture, dullness, blotchiness and brown spots. The benefits of soy were initially discovered when workers who regularly handled soy in Asia’s soybean factories found that their hands were especially smooth and even toned. AVEENO® scientists devised a way to process soybeans that retains the integrity of the proteins to provide immediate and long- term skin benefits.

Positively Radiant®:

AVEENO® POSITIVELY RADIANT® Makeup Removing Wipes: These work so well and are so refreshing to use! They remove most traces of makeup and mascara in one step (I don't wear a lot of makeup, nor waterproof). 

AVEENO® POSITIVELY RADIANT® Daily Cleansing Pad: I especially like using these when my skin feels a little congested. These pads are soaked with the cleanser. So, you just apply directly to the skin. There is a smooth side and a textured side. I like the smoother side on my face and the textured side I use on the upper part of my back when that area gets congested. I like using these in the shower in the mornings for a really great cleanse.

AVEENO® POSITIVELY RADIANT® Brightening Cleanser: This cleanser is gentle enough for my sensitive skin. It hydrates and cleanses without overdrying my skin. 

AVEENO® POSITIVELY RADIANT® Sheer Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30: This is a new-to-me product. I am so excited to start using it. I like the idea of a daily SPF that feels sheer on the skin. I will let you guys know how I like it after a few weeks! :) 

I am super excited to try out the AVEENO® POSITIVELY RADIANT® Exfoliating Body Wash and Body Lotion! These are new-to-me products that look very promising. Plus, this fresh scent will take me right into Spring. 

Aveeno Eczema Baby line and more!

Besides the POSITIVELY RADIANT® line, I have so many other Aveeno favorites that it is almost hard to list the items! Definately be sure to check out the Eczema baby line!!! My son has Eczema and I exclusively use Aveeno products on him. 

• The AVEENO® BABY ECZEMA THERAPY MOISTURIZING CREAM is a product I literally can't live without when it comes to my son's skincare. I slather him up with this after every bath! 

• For cleansing my son's skin, I use the AVEENO® BABY CLEANSING THERAPY MOISTURIZING WASH. It has a creamy feel and it is non-scented. It cleanses very gently and leaves him feeling hydrated. 

• When my son's Eczema flares up, I use the amazing AVEENO® BABY® ECZEMA THERAPY NIGHTTIME BALM. This ultra thick balm is so healing. It smooths flare ups and decreases our need to use my son's perscription cream. 

• For cleansing his hair, I like using the AVEENO® BABY GENTLE CONDITIONING SHAMPOO. It cleanses very gently and does not seem to flare up his Eczema. Plus, it is conditioning. So, I don't need to use conditioner with him. 

New and Old Favorites:

I am super excited to try out the (new?) Aveeno Absolutely Ageless Leave-On Day Mask Lotion!!! It is an antioxidant-rich daily moisturizer. It contains and exclusive Active Naturals Blackberry Complex which is infused with vitamins and powerful anti-aging ingredients. I love the idea of getting great skincare benefits from my daily SPF. So, I am super pumped to try this one out!!! 

Last, but not least, Aveeno's Shave Gels...they are the best!!! I enjoy using both the Aveeno Theraputic Shave Gel and the Aveeno Positively Smooth Shave Gel (my fav of the two). They both will give you a smooth shave and leave your legs feeling so smooth, protected, and hydrated. There is no question, I am stocking up on these during this sale! 

The Glow Out Sale:

Aveeno is offering 40% off ALL products, including the award-winning Positively Radiant® line, to help you get glowing this winter!

This 48-hour Aveeno #GlowOutSale is already going on and will take place from February 23-24 on Amazon.com.

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NEW! Baby Dove Sensitive Moisture and Rich Moisture Baby Products

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Introducing: Baby Dove!!!

NEW Baby Dove Sensitive Moisture and Rich Moisture Baby Product lines:

How exciting!!! I love sharing news about new launches...especially when it is one of my all-time favorite bath and body brands launching a NEW baby line! 

I have used and trusted Dove products for years. I grew up using the classic Dove beauty bar. Even when I started going to a Dermatologist as a teenager, he recomended Dove. I have kept a constant rotation of Dove products in my house ever since. So, as you can imagine, I am super excited that there is now a Dove baby line. So, I can now use Dove products with my toddler and preschooler! 

Dove is known for their amazing quality and gentle formulations. So, what a natural fit that they would expand to baby products. Using gentle products on my children is so important to me. I like to use gentle and moisturizing formulas with them. Plus, I need to be extra careful with my son (the toddler) as he has eczema. So, I need formulas for him that are either designed for Eczema or for sensitive skin. 

About Baby Dove:

Here is some info directly from Dove about their new Baby Dove line:

Baby Dove is a new range of baby care products that goes beyond mildness to help replenish essential moisture and nutrients in baby’s skin.  While there is no one right way to parent, there is a superior way to care for baby’s skin.  

During a single bath, baby’s skin can lose moisture up to five times faster than an adult’s, making it vulnerable to dryness.  All Baby Dove products are dermatologist and pediatrician tested and hypoallergenic for all babies’ skin types.

NEW Baby Dove has products for all skin types in its Rich Moisture and Sensitive Moisture ranges.  Baby Dove’s Rich Moisture range has been developed for babies with normal to dry skin and goes beyond mildness to help replenish essential nutrients to help skin retain its natural moisture. The range is hypoallergenic with pH neutral, tear-free cleansers, and a fragrance specifically developed for delicate baby skin.  Baby Dove’s Sensitive Moisture range has been developed for babies with sensitive skin. It is fragrance free for sensitive skin and the range is hypoallergenic with pH neutral, tear-free cleansers.

Dove and Their "Real Mothers Heard" Research:

Not only are the new Baby Dove products fantastic, but also I just love the overall stance towards motherhood and parenting that Baby Dove supports. The Dove brand has long supported women in widening the definition of beauty – with the launch of Baby Dove, the brand is working to broaden how society defines parenthood. Baby Dove emphasizes that there is no one right way to be a parent and encourages all moms and dads to do what they think is best for their babies and themselves. As part of the Baby Dove US launch, the brand is kicking off a campaign rooted in global and US research about new moms that challenges the ‘perfect mom’ stereotype and features real parents to broaden our view of what parenting looks like today.  

Dove has done some really interesting global research to coincide with their Baby Dove launch. New research shows that new moms feel pressure to fit into a ‘perfect mom’ ideal, creating anxiety for them as they figure out their roles as parents.  In fact, 89% of mothers feel pressure to be perfect, leading 72% to question whether what they are doing is good enough1. That’s because there’s a disconnect between how real moms are living their lives today and the limiting stereotypes of one-dimensional motherhood that are portrayed in film, advertising, media and pop culture. Eighty-four percent of new moms agree that the stereotype of the ‘perfect mom’ who always puts herself second and has everything together is an outdated standard for modern parents to live up to2.  Similarly, Dove Men+Care research has shown that dads feel they are stereotypically portrayed in TV and advertising and their role as caregiver is not acknowledged.   To break down the stereotypes and anxieties new parents experience, Baby Dove is releasing two videos featuring real moms and dads as a way to encourage all parents to trust their way.

Dove tells us: 94% of moms believe they are able to be a better mom if they also take care of themselves by doing the things that they love.

Dove believes that there’s no right way to be a mom, only your way. That other moms’ choices need not dictate your own. And taking care of yourself is part of taking care of your baby.

Sure, there will be days when you have it all together, and days when things seem to be falling apart.
But the fact that you even worry about being a good mom means you already are.

So to all real moms –Whether you do it by the book,or make it up as you go along, it’s your way.

Check out one of the Baby Dove video's below. I love how the message is to be the very best Mom that you can be and that you are the expert on your own baby. Moms all need encouragement and positive messages like these! As a Mom, I would like to feel a solidarity with all other moms from all walks of life. We are all different...and that is ok!!! 

To find out more about the new Baby Dove products from the Baby Dove Sensitive Moisture and Rich Moisture lines, please click "read more" below.

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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Fab Fast Friday: CapriClear 100% Coconut Oil Spray

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Happy Friday! It is time for another Fab Fast Friday feature! Fab Fast Friday is my way of bringing you the "quick scoop" on products that I am really loving that I think you need in your life! 

CapriClear 100% Coconut Oil Spray: It is Fractionated! (what?)

This is absolutely the most gentle and allergy/sensitivity-free way to use Coconut Oil! Basically, this is the purest form of coconut oil available without scent, color, preservatives, or staining. In a nutshell, Fractionated Coconut Oil (FCO) is a fraction of the whole oil, certain parts of the oil (e.g., Lauric Acid) is removed making this the perfect oil for people with allergies, on special diets, or with Eczema. What is left behind is really pure and sensitivity-free. 

CapriClear is a multi-purpose moisturizing fractionated coconut oil spray that is super fast absorbing, non-greasy, hypoallergenic, and all natural. The spray is so easy to use! I find that they spray is a great way to control how much oil you are using and to apply quickly. This fraconated oil brings you all of the benefits of coconut oil in such a gentle and safe way without scent or preservatives

CapriClear is so safe and gentle, that I even use it on my baby! He has Eczema and I find that this super gentle and safe oil is very effective for keeping his skin soft and soothed.

CapriClear is Dermatologist Formulated, Tested & Recommended:

• For Dry, Sensitive Skin, Stretchmarks & Scars
• Non-Greasy & Dries Quickly
• Hypoallergenic
• Fragrance Free

Formulated Without:

• Fragrance
• Artificial Color
• Mineral Oil
• Parabens
• Phthalates
• PABA
• BHT
• Gluten

CapriClear has so many uses: dry skin, post-shower moisture, cuticles, baby skin, stretch marks, hair, dry patches, etc! I have pretty much used it for everything! I keep it right on my bathroom counter for quick access to use it for all of those things! I love that it is non-greasy and quick absorbing. I have found that my rough red and dry patches on my hands are healed and eliminated from consistent use of this. Plus, my baby boy's skin is so soft from using this, too! 

I just love this stuff. It is so simple, yet so effective! I must also note that this product is so safe and gentle that it gets the National Eczema Association's seal of acceptance for making a difference in people's lives with Eczema. As a mother of a baby with Eczema, this matters to me!

CapriClear is available at CVS, Walgreens, and Ulta.

 

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It is National Eczema Month! Aveeno Eczema Therapy Products and My Baby

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October is National Eczema Awareness Month – and for the over 30 million Americans who suffer from eczema, living with condition can be an ongoing challenge which impacts the quality of life for both themselves and loved ones. 

I, firsthand, know about the challenges of Eczema. My 9 month old baby, Jackson, has Eczema. Jackson was diagnosed with Eczema when he was 3 months old. As a worried mother, I wanted to know exactly what I could do to help my baby. I was given a perscription cream to help with his immediate Eczema flare-up. In addition, my doctor specifically recommended using AVEENO® Baby Eczema Therapy products on a ongoing basis to keep the Eczema from flaring up. As an AVEENO® Ambassador, I was thrilled that the brand was recommended! However, since I do not have Eczema myself, the products were all new to me! I immediately felt relieved that I could keep Jackson's Eczema at-bay by using products from a brand that I know well and trust. 

Developed in partnership with leading dermatologists, AVEENO® Eczema Therapy and AVEENO® Baby Eczema Therapy products are formulated with ACTIVE NATURALS® Colloidal Oatmeal and are clinically shown to soothe eczema symptoms.

While I was sad to say goodbye to the beautifully scented products that I used to use on my baby, I knew that in order to keep Jackson's Eczema from flaring up, I must switch to unscented gentle products designed specifically for Eczema. 

After using these products for 6 months on my baby, I am happy to report that I am absolutely thrilled with my results with AVEENO® Baby Eczema Therapy products! I don't even miss those scented baby products that I used to use on him! Not only has his Eczema been kept pretty well under control, but also his skin was transformed into super duper soft baby skin! I have even seen improvement in the softness and dryness of my hands since I can't resist using the cream on my hands every time I apply it on the baby. :)

I use a variety of products from the AVEENO® Baby Eczema Therapy and AVEENO® Baby line on an ongoing basis including: 

• AVEENO® Eczema Therapy Moisturizing Cream: This is the workhorse in our anti-Eczema routine. I slather this rich moisturizing cream all over my baby twice a day in the morning and in the evening. I also always apply this all over him after a bath. Honestly, nothing else works better than this cream for reliving Jackon's dry skin and transforming him into a soft baby! 
• AVEENO® Eczema Therapy Soothing Bath Treatment: This is an oatmeal bath powder that you add to the baby bath to turn the bath into a soothing bath treatment. I do not use this for every bath...just when I feel like he needs some extra soothing for his skin when his skin is super irritated.
• AVEENO® Baby Cleansing Therapy Moisturizing Wash: This is not from the Eczema line, but I use it on Jackson as his body cleanser. It is super soothing and moisturizing, yet it gets his body clean. It is fragrance free and it gently cleanses without damaging the skin's barrier. 
• AVEENO® Baby Wash & Shampoo: I use this to wash Jackson's hair. This has a very light soft fragrance. It is gentle and it rinses clean. When Jackson's cradle cap acts up, I do a pre-treatment with baby oil first (and massage it into his head with a soft baby brush) and then I follow with this shampoo.
• AVEENO® Baby Natural Protection Lotion Sunscreen with Broad Spectrum SPF 50: I use only Aveeno sunscreen on Jackson's skin. I feel comfortable that it will not irritate his skin. Generally, I keep him in the shade and out of the sun since he is so little. However, when I know he will be exposed, I apply this to his body for protection.

There is no question that the AVEENO® Eczema Therapy baby products that I am using on my baby keep his Eczema under control. I am so thankful to have this arsenal of products on hand to keep Jackson's sweet baby skin comfortable and soft! :)

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