Summer Beauty Essentials for Face, Body, and Hair!

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Summer Beauty Essentials:

Face, Body & Hair! 

FRÉ Skincare | GLOW ME Tinted Moisturizer:

For fresh and beautiful skin that can survive the Summer heat and humidity, I am really enjoying FRÉ Skincare’s GLOW ME Tinted Moisturizer. At first, this tint looks too dark for me. However, it really melts right into my skin and amazingly does not look too dark. Plus, while my face tends to stay pale in the Summer, my body (despite good SPF efforts) ends up with a light tan. So, this product tends to even out that balance. This tinted moisturizer is a revolutionary 3-in-1 formula designed specifically for skin that sweats (and there’s a lot of that during Georgia's super hot and humid Summers). Glow Me is formulated with Argania Active Complex for moisturizing, SPF 15 for protection, and it has a universal nude tint for a sheer finish to blur imperfections and even skin tone. Now with an SPF of 15, this is not quite enough sun protection for me. However, I am using this layered over my Summer sunscreen which is an SPF of 30. So, I do not mind the SPF being a low SPF 15 in this product. I think of this as an extra layer of protection and coverage that I wear over my sunscreen. Plus, the tint is good for covering the white cast of my other sunscreen. The FRÉ Skincare GLOW ME Tinted Moisturizer is available at www.freskincare.com for $45.00.

Love Sun Body | 100% Natural Origin Mineral Sunscreen:
While I tend to try out a ton o different types of sunscreens, my overall preferance is really mineral sunscreen because it provides natural protection that does not degrade in sunlight. Plus, I find that mineral sunscreens are much more gentle on my slightly sensitive skin. For healthy sun protection that works, I am really loving the Love Sun Body 100% Natural Origin Mineral Sunscreen! It is safe for use on your face and body and can provide up to 80 minutes of water and sweat resistant protection. Available in lightly scented or fragrance free. I got to try the fragrance-free version which I am so happy about because that means I can use it on my whole family as my son only uses fragrance-free mineral sunscreens because of his eczema. The Love Sun Body Sunscreens come in 2 different sizes (200ML for $32.00 or 100ML for $21.00) at lovesunbody.com/collections and Amazon.com.

Bottoms Up | Brush:
Fixing your Summer hair-do on-the-go and at the Pool is a snap with this cute Bottoms Up brush! This is absolutely perfect for my pool bag as I almost always have to do some hair maintanence on myself or my daughter when we go swimming. The Bottoms Up Brush is the ultimate multi-tasker - with a stainless-steel bottle opener at the base, you’ll never be left dying of thirst because you can’t open that bottle top! ha ha! But seriously, I almost always have both a bottle opener and a brush in my bag, now I can just pack this one item. Space saver and cute idea! This brush is available in two colors at BottomsUPBrush.com for $14.99. Cheers!

I Dew Care | Straight Radiate Radiance Moisturizing Gold Gel Cream:
This is a bouncy gel cream formulated with gold powder to give a sun-kissed, beachy glow! This product is incredibly unique. It is super hydrating because of the hyaluronic acid plus it has the amazing benefit of giving your skin a gorgeous glow. You can use this on its own or use it underneath your regular makeup and apply it like a moisturizer. I like using it as a moisturizer. I use it in place of my regular hyaluronic acid moisturizer that I usually layer on underneath tinted sunscreen and makeup. When I apply Straight Radiate first, it allows for a beautiful lit-from-within type of glow to my overall look. I also like to use this to spot highlight on my body. When you first look at the shade, you will think "this looks to dark or gold". However, once you apply it applies seemlessly into your skin! I am super fair and this product still works for me. I love it! Striaght Radiate retails for $29 at Ulta.com

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Make Everyday a SUNDay with Sunshine and Great SPF Protection from Neutrogena®!

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Make Everyday a Fun-Day with Sunshine and Neutrogena!

Don't you just love that perfect Sunday? To me, a perfect Sunday has a relaxed vibe with a mix of personal time and family time with lots of sunshine and outdoor activities. Our weeks are so busy this time of year. We are already in our Back-to-School routines with early mornings at the bus stop, carpool lines at the preschool, busy work weeks for both parents in our household, dance practice, soccer practice, church activities, neighborhood activities, and more! There is no question, we need our weekends to unwind, de-stress, play, and just have fun. To relax and unwind and play, our family gravitates towards outdoor activities. We spend almost our whole weekend outside enjoying the sunshine and in addition, many afternoons during the week. 

My Perfect Sunday Fun-Day:

If I was to design my perfect Sunday Fun-Day, it would start with an early morning run. I am a self-proclaimed morning person. Why? In our busy life, mornings are the quiet time in our house. It is a fantastic time for self reflection and getting centered for the day. I like to get the jump on everyone by getting up early for a cup of coffee in silence and solitude. Next, I get in my workout gear and running shoes, grab my phone for some tunes, and head out for a neighborhood run and trail run. I like escaping to the trails to get in some nature and exercise amongst the trees and the streams. Then I get home and make a nice big brunch for the family which includes pancakes, eggs, and the works! Often I have two little helpers mixing up the pancakes with me. Then we spend the rest of the morning playing outside in the backyard with the kids running around and swinging and climbing on the playset and my husband and I working on and tending to our gardens and yard. I occasionally retreat to my favorite spot in the yard: my hammock...sometimes with a book and sometimes with my kids cuddled up beside me. After a nice lunch outside on the deck, we usually get organized for an afternoon at the pool. So, we pack our bags and snacks, towels, sunglasses, hats, SPFs, and head to the pool. There is no question, at the end of this day, we are exhausted. Yet, we are happy and our hearts are full and family memories were made. You can make any day a Fun-day with outside time and smiles.

Sun Protection and Our Philosophy:

Protecting ourselves from the harmful effects of the sun are of paramount importance for our family. Not only do we all have fair skin that is prone to burning, but also there is a family history of skin cancer in our family. We know first hand how dangerous the sun can be. However, we love and cherish our outdoor time! So, forget hiding away from the sun. We can live our outdoor life knowing we are protected when we wear our Neutrogena SPF and practice good sun safety. 

Good sun safety includes daily application of Neutrogena® SPF. There are so many formulas available to meet your needs. Be it a morning run, when you need sweat-proof Neutrogena® Sport formulas, or pool-side with water safe sunscreen.

SPF and Sun Safety Tips:

One of my biggest and best tips is to apply sunscreen head-to-toe at least 15 minutes before going outside. My kids are totally used to the routine of SPF application before going outdoors. I really like that I have already instilled this habit with them at a young age. Also, note: SPF is not just for days when you are going to the pool or planning outdoor fun. SPF is for every day!

Even with SPF application, you still need to practice other sun safe habits. Wear sunglasses and hats! This protects your eyes and your sensitive faces. Lightweight sun protective clothing can help shield you from harmful rays during peek sun hours. Seek shade when you can. We are lucky to have great natural shade in our yard from the trees. However, we also have a big table umbrella and always pick a spot at the pool with shade and an umbrella for pool breaks. 

Last but not least, you must reapply sunscreen throughout the day! Especially remember to reapply when you have been swimming or exercising as sweat and water wears the sunscreen off faster.

Products I love:
I use a variety of SPFs from Neutrogena®. The brand has many options available. So, you can tailor your sunscreen selection based on the type of activity and type of sun exposure you expect.

Our family's sun protection needs vary with our skin types, ages, and activities. My son has eczema. So, I trust his sun saftey with the gentle Neutrogena® Pure & Free Baby Sunscreen SPF50. It is so gentle and it never flares his eczema nor does it cause irritation. For the rest of us, the Neutrogena® Ultra-Sheer is a standard go-to SPF. There are great facial formulas, too! I particularly enjoy using the SheerZinc Face Dry-Touch Broad Spectrum SPF 50. Zinc is so gentle and the protection just can't be beat! When I am going out running or will be gardening or exercising outdoors, I like to choose the Neutrogena® CoolDry Sport SPF 70. The protection is sweat-proof and is water resistant for 80 minutes.

Have you tried the Neutrogena® Hydro Boost line? If you haven't yet, be sure to check it out! I am obsessed with the Water Gel moisturizer. It is amazing! So, it is no surprise that I am also a fan of the Neutrogena® Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion Sunscreen SPF 30. I love the water-light feel and it gives your skin such a nice boost of hydration!

Here are some of my favorites:

Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer® Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 100+: Goes on easily and absorbs quickly for an invisible, light-weight feel on your skin. Formulated with Helioplex® Technology, it offers superior broad spectrum protection from aging UVA rays and burning UVB rays.

Neutrogena® Hydro Boost Water Gel Lotion (SPF 30 and/or 50): Delivers superior broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection and hydration with a water-light, refreshing feel. This water-resistant sunscreen lotion with SPF 50 leaves skin looking healthy and moisturized for up to eight hours without any greasy residue or white marks.

Neutrogena® Sheer Zinc Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum (SPF 30 and/or 50): A mineral sunscreen that features our breakthrough Purescreen® naturally-sourced 100% zinc oxide technology.

Make Every Day a Fun-Day:

Sunshine and good times are my idea of a perfect Sunday Fun-Day. With good SPF protection from Neutrogena®, you can make any day a Fun-Day with the comfort of knowing you are protecting yourself and your family from the harmful rays of the sun. So, forget hiding away from the sun. Life your life knowing you are protected! 

What is your perfect Sunday? I would love to hear! I am always looking for great ideas for sunshine and family time. :) 

As always, thanks for reading!

XOXO!!!

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Hydrate and Protect with Guinot: Age Sun Face and Crème Hydra Summum

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Guinot: Hydrate and Protect Age Sun Face and Crème Hydra Summum

What are the two biggest essentials in any anti-aging skincare routine? A great SPF and a great moisturizer. Your skin needs hydration daily. Plus, sun damage is the biggest contributor to the aging of our skin. So, you absolutely can't have an anti-aging skincare routine without also providing daily SPF protection for your skin. It is never too late to start, if you are not using a facial SPF daily, start now, and you will thank me (and yourself) later! 

Guinot has some amazing luxury new releases that are fantastic additions to any good skincare routine. I adore their luxurious Crème Hydra Summum for moisture and their brand new Guinot Age Sun Face is one of the only sunscreens that I know of that protect against both harmful UVA and UVB rays AND blue light-induced damage! 

Want to hear more? Find out all of the details about each of these amazing products below. :) 

Guinot Age Sun Face –

Anti-aging sun cream for the face (and body) SPF 30

Guinot’s new Sun Logic available in SPF 20 and SPF 30 is an anti-aging sunscreen that protects the skin not only from harmful UVA and UVB rays, but also from blue light rays (such as TVs, computers, and mobile phones). Most people don't even realize that blue light-induced damage is even happening! I know that I honestly wasn't fully aware of that. So, this product is great for keeping skin safe both inside and when outside at the pool or beach or just in the backyard. 

This product combines anti-aging ingredients (extracted from witch hazel leaf) with broad-spectrum sun protection to fight the effects of photo-aging by preventing sunburns and preserving the skin. Melanin in the cream (derived from vegetables) absorbs blue light from electronic devices to protect against the light-induced skin damage that most people don’t even realize is happening.

For use: Apply sunscreen 15-30 minutes prior to sun exposure. It takes skin about 15 minutes to absorb the sunscreen. It is recommended to apply sunscreen at least every two hours (but reapply immediately after being in the water or after excessive sweating).

Key Ingredients:

• Solar Filters: Consists of UVA and UVB filters (broad spectrum)
• Vegetal DNA: Contains wheat and seaweed and protects skin against outside aggressors. It absorbs the harmful effects of the UV rays to protect skin cells from damage.
• Elastoprotectin: Extracted from Hamamelis leaves (witch hazel leaf), which helps prevent breakdown of tissues, elastoprotectin is a protein that protects elastin fibers to help prevent wrinkles and skin slackening. It protects from photo-aging and sunburn and uses arnica to protect elastin and superficial skin layers.
• Melanin: Derived from vegetables, melanin absorbs the blue light that we are exposed to from electronic devices. It naturally contains Lutiene, an ingredient known to protect the skin from blue light and against light-induced skin damage. It helps fight premature aging from free radicals and the sun.

Price: 

SPF 20: $45

SPF 30: $43

Guinot’s Crème Hydra Summum-

Anti-aging through hydration

Guinot’s Crème Hydra Summum is a facial moisturizer that uses intense hydration to fight the effects of aging, such as wrinkles and dull skin. Guinot’s own Hydralogic Complex creates a barrier to lock in moisture and helps to improve circulation for a bright and youthful glow. Hyaluronic acid, a tried and true ingredient in many Guinot products, enables skin to retain more moisture.  

For use: Apply daily morning and/or evening to the face after cleansing thoroughly.

Key Ingredients:

• Hydralogic Complex: Hydration complex – Aquasilanol: Helps reinforce the structure of the skin barrier while helping increase the skin’s capacity to store water, and restores the flow of water
• Anti-ageing molecule – Hyaluronic acid: Enables the skin to increase its water storage capacity considerably

Price: $95

Products are available at more than 1,000 Guinot spas in the U.S.

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Light as Air Moisturizer: NEW Olay Regenerist Whip

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Light as Air Moisturizer: NEW Olay Regenerist Whip (with SPF 25):

Have you heard of the NEW Olay Whip products? Yes! Olay has reformulated some of their best-selling moisturizers to now have a whipped texture. This is so exciting! 

I have been an Olay fan and user for many years (literally decades). You guys know that I rotate products and try many new things. However, Olay is a brand that I always return to. So, Olay products have rotated into my skincare routine frequently over the years. 

One product, in particular, has been a trusted product for me over the years: The Olay Regenerist Cream. So, when I saw that the Regenerist Cream is now available as a Whip product...and that they have one with SPF, I just had to try it! 

NEW Olay Regenerist Whip (with SPF 25):

I just love the texture of this product. The whipped formula really does give this moisturizer a light-as-air feel. It sinks into your skin quickly and leaves you feeling super soft and hydrated with no greasy finish. The Olay Regenerist Whip with SPF has the same anti-aging ingredients as the original formula and texture. It feels weightless and leaves you matte. It truely hydrates beautifully and works to smooth out fine lines and plump your skin while also protecting you from the sun. This is an amazing final touch in my morning skincare routine. I apply it after washing my face in the morning to my damp skin. Also, this is a great product to rotate into your skincare routine in the Spring and Summer! Perhaps you use a heavier moisturizer when it is colder and drier? Try switching to this product when you need something lighter but still need moisture (we all need moisture every day!). 

The Olay Regenerist Whip with SPF 25 has "active rush technology" which transforms the product from cream to liquid on your skin for instant absorption. This skin-loving formula packs in hyaluronic acid, peptides, and vitamins to nourish your skin and keep it hydrated. 

While I do love this product, I also have a wish. While the fragrance is nice, I do wish that it came in a fragrance-free version. Olay does offer various fragrance-free products. However, currently, none of the Olay Whip formulas are available fragrance-free. Also, the active sun protection ingredients are chemical sunscreens. Generally, I prefer the coverage and protection that I get from physical sunscreens. However, I must state that chemical sunscreens are more cosmetically elegant in that they leave no white cast and are generally nicer to apply. However, for those with extremely sensitive skin, they sometimes can irriate. Also, I do wish the SPF was a 30. However, SPF of 25 is usually adequate for my day-to-day moisturization and sun protection needs. However, if I know I am going to be outdoors for a few hours in a day, I use a higher SPF (and I reapply more often). This product retails for $29.99 at the drugstore. Now, that is a pretty steep price for a drugstore. However, watch sales as most drugstores offer really great discounts and sales! 

More Olay Whips:

So, Olay has reformulated the Regenerist line and is now offering a whipped version in addition to their origional Regenerist products. The exciting news is that Olay is also offering whipped versions of their Luminous and Total Effects moisturizers, too! I am just going to have to try all of these! :) I really am loving this whipped texture! I would particulary like to try the Olay Regenerist Whip (without SPF) for nighttime use! 

So, if you are already a fan of the Olay Regenerist line...or, if you previously liked Olay Regenerist but found it to be a bit too heavy, then you just have to try Olay's NEW Regenerist Whip products or their other whipped formulas! I am so loving the texture and feel of these moisturizers. 

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Spring and Summer Staple SPF Products and my SPF Routine: Herpecin L and More!

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Spring and Summer Staple SPF Products and my SPF Routine with Herpecin L and more:

While we need SPF year-round, the Spring and Summer seasons are a great time to check in and evaluate your personal sunscreen routine. The sun's rays are damaging year-round. Not only can you burn from the sun, but also the sun can cause skin cancer, skin damage, discoloration, and can accelerate the signs of aging. So, we all need SPF protection every day. Not only do we need to apply SPF in the mornings, but re-application throughout the day is necessary, too. This is where I have fallen short in my SPF routine in the past. This is my focus now and moving forward. I need creative ways to reapply sunscreen throughout the day (and especially when I am in direct sun). 

For this particular post, I am going to focus on the Sunscreens that I apply to my face and neck/chest (I will save my body sunscreens for a future post). I like to use a variety of SPFs throughout the day. So, lets start chatting about my SPF routine!

To start off the day, I make sure to apply a full and generous layer of SPF to my face as well as my chest/neck area (like I mentioned, I do apply to my whole body, but the body products will be in another post). I even include areas like my ears, lips, and eyelids. These are areas that I have unintentionally skipped in the past, but I am certainly including now. 

For facial sunscreens, I prefer to use physical sunscreens (non-chemical active sunscreen ingredients). My favorite physical sunscreen ingredient combo is Zinc Oxide and Titanium Dioxide. I like this combo as it works the best on my sensitive skin. The downside to this physical sunscreen combo is that it has a white cast when applied. However, my skin is *so fair* that a white cast is honestly not that noticeable on me. Physical sunscreens are also great because they do not degrade as quickly. So, they offer fantastic protection against those damaging rays of the sun. Right now I am loving the MyChelle Dermacuticals Sun Shield Unscented SPF 28. Typically, SPF 30 is best, but SPF 28 is pretty darn close. I do tend to switch around with my facial SPF, but stick generally within the physical sunscreen category. I also love Neutrogena's Sheer Zinc and my previous Holy Grail tinted SPF from Belli was just discontinued (so sad!!!). However, there are tons of great ones out there and I am curious to explore more options. 

I apply my first layer of facial SPF in the mornings as the final step in my skincare routine. After I get a good base layer of SPF, I like to add in a tinted sunscreen or BB/CC Cream for added protection. Right now I am really loving Pevonia's NEW YouthRenew Tinted Cream SPF 30. This product gives nice skin protecting coverage plus is enriched with other skin-loving ingredients. It comes in a universal shade which just happens to blend in with my skintone seamlessly (not sure how it would blend with darker tones as I am very fair). 

It is so important to not neglect your neck and chest/decolletage area! That area gets just as much sun exposure as your face. Plus, I use skincare actives on my neck and chest which makes it more susceptible to sun damage. So, I like to apply RoC's Multi Correxion 5-in-1 Chest, Neck, and Face Cream with SPF 30. I apply this generously and just love how it sinks in and protects. Granted, I could just apply my facial sunscreen on my neck and chest. However, I like physicaly suncreens on my face but am fine with chemical or mixed sunscreens on my chest and neck area and this one works great and gives no white cast. 

Next, I make sure to apply a generous layer of Herpecin L on my lips. I just adore this lip treatment!!! Not only is it a fabulous lip moisturizer, but also it has SPF 30 protection (which is honestly hard to find in a lip balm...most just have SPF 15 which I feel is honestly not enough protection) and it has ingredients to combat cold sores. I don't personally suffer from cold sores. However, if you do, it is fantastic to get a cold sore treatment, lip balm, and lip sunscreen in one product! Fact: Did you know that 50-80% US adults have oral herpes? Yes, it is actually very common. So, I am hoping that this post helps to de-stigmatize having oral herpes as it is so common. Herpecin L is very reasonably priced and easily available at your local Walmart store. Herpecin L is safe and effective to use every day and throughout the day to help relieve and protect painful cracking of lips while also promoting healing without numbing nor drying. Herpecin L is uniquely formulated with dimethicone for protection, and sunscreens to help guard against the sun's harmful rays.

I reapply the Herpecin L very frequently throughout the day. Lips are very prone to skin cancer, sunburns, and general dryness. Lips really need more application than any other body part because of natural licking of lips throughout the day, eating, and drinking. So, the SPF protection that you apply is constantly being taken off. So, just keep re-applying! I keep an extra Herepcin L in my purse for touch ups and reapplication. I always apply before going outside and when on-the-go. I just love this stuff!!!

For sunscreen reapplication throughout the day, the best bet is really to just apply another layer of your sunscreen. If I am in the yard most of the day or at the pool, then that is exactly what I do. Also, I always try to seek shade and if I am getting a lot of exposure while outside I wear a hat or wear sun protective clothing as well. 

On days where I have minimal sun exposure, my reapplication is a bit different. I recently discovered two fantastic products that are perfect for layering over your previously applied sunscreens and makeup. The first one that I want to talk about is Jane Iredale's Powder Me SPF Dry Sunscreen. This product is fantastic!!! I use the shade translucent, but it is also available in 2 other shades (3 shades total). I believe that this is a SPF 30. However, I wouldn't rely on it as my only sunscreen as you would have to apply it so thick...but, as a supplimental sunscreen it is perfect! Plus, it is so nice to just be able to pat it over your previous sunscreen and makeup without disrupting your carefully applied makeup. It is also fantastic to apply to your hair part if you need extra protection there! 

Another fantastic option for reapplication is the SeriouslyFab Zinc it Over Sheer Sunscreen Facial Mist. This sheer mist is perfecting for misting over your makeup to set makeup and to add an additional layer of SPF protection throughout the day (without messing up your makeup!). The formula is Cruelty Free, Natural, Vegan and Safe with No Chemicals. The formula includes Non-Nano Zinc Oxide. It is available regular and non-scented. I love the sheer extra protection that I get from this product and the nice glowy finish it gives to my makeup!

I hope you got some good ideas for products and tips after reading my Sunscreen routine and tips for reapplying throughout the day! I know that key products like Herpecin L give me the great SPF protection that I need every day while also keeping my lips moisturized, smoothed, and protected. Reapplying SPF to my face, neck, and chest throughout the day really ups my sun protection while keeping my skin nicely hydrated. I am thrilled with my SPF routine! I would love to hear about yours, too! 

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Revamp Your Skincare Routine for Spring with MyChelle Dermaceuticals

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Revamp Your Skincare Routine for Spring with MyChelle Dermaceuticals:

Have you heard about MyChelle Dermaceuticals? I am so into this amazing skincare line!  MyChelle Dermaceuticals is a clean, conscious, and comprehensive skin care line which features exceptionally pristine, sustainably sourced, and natural bioactives that are biologically similar to your own skin. 

I am having so much fun exploring this line. Recently, I started using the MyChelle Remarkable Retinal Serum and the Sun Shield Unscented SPF 28. These are both great options! So, let's talk about them.

Here are some details about each product from MyChelle:

Sun Shield Unscented SPF 28:

This is an antioxidant-rich unscented mineral-based SPF daytime lotion for the face. I have a strong preferance for mineral sunscreens and I always particularly like the ones that are a combination of Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide. This formula contains both. Also, it contains other nourishing ingredients like Aloe and Vitamin E to soothe the face and reduce signs of irriation while protecting the skin from the sun. I like that this daily SPF feels lightweight and absorbs quickly to leave a smooth, clear, and matte finish. 

Key Active Ingredients:

• Titanium Dioxide 0.67%–PhysicallyshieldstheskinfromUV exposure, disperses damaging UV rays to limit photo aging, and creates an occlusive barrier.
• Zinc Oxide (ZinClearTM) 11.6% – A non-opaque Zinc Oxide that provides natural protection against both UVA and UVB rays.
• Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder – Assists in pain relief, reduces inflammation, rehydrates, and improves the skin’s natural UV absorption capabilities.

I am a big believer in wearing sunscreen *daily* and reapplying throughout the day. We must protect ourselves from the sun. I have lost a dear friend to melanoma and my Dad struggled throughout his life with constantly getting basal cell carcinomas removed. Prevention is the key! 

To Use: I apply this in the mornings after washing my face, toning, and spot treating breakouts. 

Remarkable Retinal Serum:

Vitamin A derivatives are the gold standard in skincare. They are the #1 proven anti-aging ingredient. So, I am always trying to incorporate Vitamin A products into my skincare routine. This REmarkable Retinal Serum is a great option from MyChelle! It contains Retinaldehyde which is the mildest and most tolerated form of Vitamin A in skincare. Plus, this formula contains other powerhouse skincare ingredients like Ceramide 3 and Orange Plant Stem Cells for healthy skin renewal and minimization of the signs of aging. 

Key Ingredients:

• Retinal (Retinaldehyde) - Retinal is 500 times more effective than cosmeceutical-strength Vitamin A and is created using a patent- pending cryogenic extraction process, making it less irritating than other forms of Vitamin A and suitable for all skin types. Works to enhance skin radiance, reduce wrinkles and fine lines, as well as helps to treat acne, follicular papules, and oily skin.
• Citrustem® Orange Plant Stem Cells – Sourced from renewable plant material, this natural and sustainable ingredient increases cellular communication and skin’s elasticity for a silky and smooth feel.
• Ceramide 3 – Identical to the ceramide found in human skin, Ceramide 3 increases long-term hydration by creating a lipid barrier that protects skin from external pollutants.

To Use: 

I apply this in the evenings after washing my face. I apply a small amount of this all over (avoiding eye area). Then about 20-30 min later I follow up with a moisturizer. My skin tolerates this Retinal very well and I have had no issues with irritation or dryness from the product.

I am absolutely loving these items from MyChelle Dermaceuticals! I can't wait to explore this line further. :) Are you already a fan? What products are you loving? 

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SPF is not just for Summer: Protect Year-Round with Australian Gold Botanical

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SPF is not just for Summer: Protect Year-Round with Australian Gold Botanical:

As I have mentioned before, SPF protection is not just for Summer! As we transition into Fall weather and Fall temps, we can't stop wearing SPF protection. Sure, the weather is cooler and the sun doesn't always feel as "strong" as summer. However, those damaging rays are still shining down! We must keep ourselves protected. 

So, how do we make sure that our SPF protection doesn't "slip" with the season change? Just be sure to apply SPF daily as part of your routine. I always slather SPF on any area of skin that is exposed or not covered with clothing. When you apply in the mornings, you just know there is at least 1 layer of SPF protection no matter what you might do on a particular day (and of course, if you are outside a lot then please do reapply!). 

Austrialian Gold has a fantastic new line of Botanical Sunscreens. I am totally loving them. From their high protection to the high-end look of their packaging, you must check out this line. Plus, the products have such a nice citrus-y scent that is so refreshing! 

Australian Gold Botanical Sunscreen Mineral Lotions SPF 30 & SPF 50 ($14.99)

This sunscreen features a non-greasy, antioxidant rich formula that provides UVA/UVB broad spectrum protection. The formula also uses Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide to provide a non-chemical sun protection option, with a powder-like matte-finish that’s never greasy.

• Broad Spectrum UVA/UVA Protection
• Water resistant for up to 80 minutes
• Eucalyptus to calm, reinvigorate and oxygenate skin
• Protein packed Red Algae to nourish with Vitamin A and Amino Acids
• Kakadu Plum which contains exceptional levels of Vitamin C which is known to help protect against free radical damage
• Vitamin E to maintain moisturized, healthy looking skin
• Eco conscious formulations:
• Packaging is designed to use as few materials as possible in a recyclable container to reduce any potential waste.
• Reef Friendly Formulas are free of Oxybenzone, parabens, phthalates, Petrolatum, PABA, SLS, Dyes and Oils
• Hypoallergenic, Dermatologist and Pediatrician Tested, Not tested on animals
• Citrus Oasis fragrance with notes of Pineapple and Pomegranate

Australian Gold Botanical Sunscreen Natural Spray SPF 30 & SPF 50 ($14.99)

This product is a natural spray that delivers a refreshing, powdery-clean feel in a convenient 360° continuous spray. It features a non-sticky, antioxidant rich formula that provides UVA/UVB broad spectrum protection with Certifi­ed Organic Alcohol for a naturally luxurious sunscreen experience.

Broad Spectrum UVA/UVA Protection

• Water resistant for up to 80 minutes
• Eucalyptus to calm, reinvigorate and oxygenate skin
• Protein packed Red Algae to nourish with Vitamin A and Amino Acids
• Kakadu Plum which contains exceptional levels of Vitamin C which is known to help protect against free radical damage
• Vitamin E to maintain moisturized, healthy looking skin
• Eco conscious formulations: Packaging is designed to use as few materials as possible in a recyclable container to reduce any potential waste
• Formulas are free of oxybenzone, parabens, phthalates, petrolatum, PABA, SLS, dyes, oils and gluten
• Hypoallergenic , Dermatologist and Pediatrician Tested, Not tested on animals
• Citrus Oasis fragrance with notes of Pineapple and Pomegranate

Australian Gold Botanical Sunscreen SPF 50 Tinted Face Mineral Lotion ($12.99)

This non-chemical sunscreen lotion delivers a refreshingly luxurious, powdery-clean feel, while the subtle tint seamlessly blends into any skin tone yet washes away with water. Specially designed for sensitive facial skin, this lotion won't clog pores and is fragrance free. It is rich in vitamins and antioxidants from native Australian botanical ingredients, it allows you to enjoy the sun your way, protected from both UVA and UVB rays, and water resistant for up to 80 minutes. Discover the non-greasy, non-sticky feel of the Australian Gold® Botanical Line and experience worry-free days in the sun!

• Broad Spectrum UVA/UVA Protection
• Water resistant for up to 80 minutes
• Key Ingredients: Eucalyptus to calm, reinvigorate and oxygenate skin, Protein packed Red Algae to nourish with Vitamin A and Amino Acids, Kakadu Plum which contains exceptional levels of Vitamin C which is known to help protect against free radical damage, and Vitamin E to maintain moisturized, healthy looking skin
• Eco conscious formulations: Packaging is designed to use as few materials as possible in a recyclable container to reduce any potential waste. Reef Friendly Formulas are free of Oxybenzone, parabens, phthalates, Petrolatum, PABA, SLS, Dyes and Oils
• Hypoallergenic , Dermatologist and Pediatrician Tested, Not tested on animals
• Fragrance-Free

While I like all of these new products from the Australian Gold Botanical line, the Face Sunscreen SPF 50 is a real stand-out for me. My skin always does the best with mineral-based sunscreens. So, this particular formula really agrees with me. The SPF 50 is fantastic protection for days spent outdoors and the tint of the formula is somewhat perfecting on my skin. I am super pleased with this for the face!!! 

Be sure to check out the whole line of Australian Gold Botanical Sunscreens soon! 

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Sun Safety For The Family with Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer® and Beach Defense® lines: Plus Giveaway

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Sun Safety For The Family with Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer® and Beach Defense® lines:

Lets talk sun safety today! As you guys may know, sun safety is a topic near and dear to my heart...especially when it comes to sun safety for the whole family. I live in the Atlanta, GA area where it is hot and sunny this time of year. So, needless to say, sunscreen is essential. However, I don't view sun saftey as a seasonal topic. Sun saftey is something to be practiced year round! Even when it is cloudy or cold, those sun rays are still coming through. 

Labor Day certainly is a day to be in the sun! I am sure that many of you have Labor Day plans centered around pool-time, outdoor fun, picnics, relaxing at the lake, or if you are super lucky...you are at the beach! What a great time to discuss sun safety with your children and put smart sun saftey practices into effect. I know that I will be spending plenty of time outdoors this labor day...and you know that I will be making sure that I am protected with SPF everywhere that I need it! 

Practice Sun Saftey:

Not only can the sun burn you, but it can cause cancer if we do not protect ourselves. There is a history of skin cancer in my family. So, I take this very seriously. My Dad has had countless basal cell carcinomas removed. I inherited his fair skin that is very prone to burning. So, I know that I am at risk for skin cancer, too. Also, I lost a very dear friend to Melanoma a few years ago. She was only 30 and spent her sunny summers at the lake. Because of my Dad and my friend, I get annual skin cancer screenings and I am very diligent about sunscreen application. Skin Cancer is preventable. We must protect ourselves with suitable SPF and practice overall sun safety by seeking shade, avoiding peak times in the sun, and wearing hats. The great news is that there are fantastic sunscreen options available right at your local drugstore from Neutrogena. ! 

For my family, daily use of sunscreen is just part of our routine. I apply products containing SPF in the mornings right after my shower to all areas that will be exposed...no matter what my plans are for the day, I know that I have a layer of SPF every day. If I am outdoors, I apply an additional layer as needed. For my kids, applying SPF before going out to play is just part of their routine. They inherited my fair skin and are also prone to burning if not protected. I also have taught them to seek shade when they can and thankfully they like wearing hats! 

While it is scary that skin cancer is one of the most common types of cancer, we can be glad that it is preventable! We can protect ourselves from skin cancer by using daily sun protection (reguardless of the weather or our daily plans) and practicing overall sun safety. We can do this not only for ourselves, but for our whole family!

Neutrogena®'s #MimicMommy Campaign:
Neutrogena® is challenging all Moms to actively use sunscreen in front of their kids to demonstrate the importance of daily sunscreen use. I am absoutely 100% behind this! Kids learn by seeing and doing. Nothing speaks louder than seeing your Mom demonstrate something important like this!

Let #MimicMommy serve as a reminder that today (and every day):
Some mantras for you:

• I am committed to instilling safe sun behaviors in my children. 
• I will set the right example, I always make sure my kids see me applying sunscreen on myself first and then, have them #MimicMommy.

Let’s create the first sun-safe generation and lets do it together!!! You can make a difference and start protecting your children’s future right now. Start early! Make daily sunscreen application second nature for your kids by having them see you apply sunscreen on yourself. Spread the world to help educate and protect those you love

SPF options from the Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer® and Beach Defense® lines:

I am currently stocked up with some really awesome SPF products from Neutrogena® to protect myself and my family from the sun. Being sun safe is easy when you have easily accessible SPF products on hand throughout your house, in your car, in your handbag, and in backpacks. 

To find out more about the Neutrogena® Ultra Sheer® and Beach Defense® lines as well as to enter the Giveaway, please click "read more" below!

Summer Day Pool Bag Essentials with Aveeno!

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Summer Day Pool Bag Essentials with Aveeno:

Summer is in full swing! The days are long and hot and the sun is super strong. My skin can certainly take a beating in the Summer from all of the sun exposure, chlorine, and self-tanner use. So, I am glad to be armed with an arsenal of amazing products from Aveeno to protect my skin during my long and sunny Summer days and to re-hydrate and repair my skin in the evenings. 

Today I am going to share with you some of my favorite Summer sunny day body skincare essentials from Aveeno. These products are all items in my (or my kids) daily routines and I have been using them extensively this Summer. Aveeno is a brand that I trust for my whole family! I have sensitive skin and so does my toddler. Aveeno soothes and protects our skin without irritating it.

 

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NEUTROGENA® Long Live Skin Event with Jamie King: Sunscreen Tips and #Giveaway

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NEUTROGENA® Long Live Skin Event with Actress Jamie King to Encourage Sun Safety: 

To increase awareness around the importance of skin health among occasional SPF users and encourage daily sunscreen use, NEUTROGENA® supported the Long Live Skin event on Thursday, June 23rd in Philadelphia, PA. The gorgeous model-actress Jamie King was on site at the event interacting with consumers and encouraging them and their families to wear sunscreen every day. NEUTROGENA® Event Ambassador, Jamie King, helped to raise awareness of the need for sun protection reguardless of the season, weather, or geographical location. Jamie was on-stie to interact with customers during this fun beach-themed event. She emphasized the importance of protecting children from the dangers of the sun at a very young age. 

Sun protection is a very important topic to me. My life has personally been touched by the impact of inadequate sunscreen as I have lost a dear friend to Melanoma and my Dad constantly has Carcinomas removed. Daily sunscreen use is of the utmost importance to keep yourself protected! So, I am spreading the word on the importance of daily sunscreen use for ourselves, our loved ones, and our children.

NEUTROGENA® Sunscreen Statistics:

• On average, more than 350 Americans are diagnosed with skin cancer every hour- even though skin cancer is one of the most preventable cancers.
• According to a study published in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD), consumers often do not get the UV protection stated ont he sunscreen label because they grossly under-apply, using less than half the recommended amount. 
• Just 1-2 severe sunburns can increase the risk of melanoma by 40%.
• Only 40% of US households purchase sunscreen (only 37% women and 16% men use sunscreen regularly)

Sun Safety Tips from Jamie King: Q & A with Jamie! 

Why is sun safety important to you?

Sun safety was always ingrained in me. My mother was ahead of the game in sun protection and making us wear sunscreen at a time when there really wasn’t the awareness there is today. If we were in the sun, we were always protected. Skin cancer runs in my family, my father has it, so for me it’s something that is very important to me especially since it’s the most preventable form of cancer. Also, sunscreen also prevents fine lines, wrinkles and brown spots and keeps your skin looking great.

How do you fit sunscreen into your beauty routine?

People always ask me what my top beauty tips are and I always say sunscreen and water, so it’s easy to fit sunscreen into my beauty routine. Also, all of my makeup has sunscreen in it, but I always do double duty! You need to apply a sunscreen first and then apply your makeup with SPF.

Do you wear sunscreen every day?

I apply sunscreen every day. People think if it’s cloudy out you don’t have to apply sunscreen, but that is just not true and when the biggest mistakes happen. I also apply it to my kids every day. The minute they get up before they put their clothes on, we put on sunscreen. It’s a routine, just like brushing their teeth. I also think it’s important to lead by example. Not only do they see me applying it on them, but they see me applying it to myself.

Which NEUTROGENA® products would you recommend for a mom:

NEUTROGENA® Ultra Sheer® Dry-Touch Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 100+ is perfect! When you’re a mom, you are running around with your head cut off half the time. The product is so easy and weightless, so you won’t look crazy with white streaks running down your face and you’ll stay protected. It’s one less thing to worry about.

What are your favorite NEUTROGENA® products for your kids?

I love NEUTROGENA® Pure & Free^® Baby sunscreen because it protects them from the sun without harsh chemicals and it doesn’t run and sting their eyes. 

 What is your number one Sun Care Tip?

Consistency and reapplying throughout the day! Especially with my kids, I like to reapply every 30 minutes and there are such great products available now that make it easy to do.

How do you make applying sunscreen a fun activity for your kids?

My son loves putting on his sunscreen, he puts it on himself. He uses the NEUTROGENA® sunscreen sticks and it’s like a fun painting project.

What’s in Your Beach Bag

First and fore most sunscreen – that’s a no brainer. I don’t carry much in my bag because I don’t love getting sand in it, but I always have books and headphones. I also always wear a hat and sunglasses to protect my scalp and behind my ears.

 

  

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