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Most all agree and understand the critical elements of any successful skin care regimen: Stay out of the sun, don’t smoke and drink plenty of water.
What most don’t know, however, is the “secret” to keeping a youthful appearance and healthy glow. DermaRadiant’s Anti Wrinkle Complex and Ageless Eyes are important tools in the fight against premature aging and wrinkles. Traditional wrinkle fighters Retinol and Collagen, combined with DermaRadiant’s Matrixyl 3000 and Dermaxyl, reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, while natural mid-leaf Aloe Vera, Silk Amino Acids, Tea Tree Oil, Avocado Oil and Apricot Extract sooth the skin. These products are proven to reduce wrinkles and restore the skin’s radiance, giving the skin a healthy glow that most products only claim to provide.
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When combining DermaRadiant’s propriety products together, science and nature produce highly effective skincare results. The top-selling Anti Wrinkle Complex is proven to reduce deep wrinkles by 98%. The powerful combination of Matrixyl 3000 and Dermaxyl, combined with some of nature’s finest anti-oxidants, smoothes the look of deep wrinkles and rejuvenates the skin, restoring that youthful glow. The unique blend of ingredients increases collagen synthesis up to 350%, repairing existing skin damage and evening out skin tone. The fragrance-free formula absorbs easily into the skin, and immediately begins working to restore elasticity and repair existing damage. As with all DermaRadiant products, the Anti Wrinkle Complex work well with all skin types, even sensitive skin.When dark under eye circles and crows feet begin appearing, Ageless Eyes is the secret solution to maintaining youthful eyes. This unique cream, containing Matrixyl 300 and EYELISS, smoothes the appearance of crow’s feet and restores the elasticity and firmness of the eye areas. Skin around the eyes becomes rejuvenated, while unpleasant bags underneath the eye are reduced and circles are diminished. Environmental factors like pollution and smoke can damage the sensitive skin around the eyes, resulting in tired eyes and wrinkles. The wrinkle-fighting combination of Matrixyl 300 and Eyeliss, along with some of nature’s finest skin soothers, work together to restore vitality and correct previous damage. Some of nature’s finest anti-oxidants, including Mid-leaf aloe, Chamomilla Flower Extract and Lavender Extract, make this product perfect for the sensitive eye area, while the fragrance-free formulation works well with all skin types.
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Victoria’s Secret Beauty was honored with a prestigious FiFi Award, considered the “Oscars” of the fragrance industry, at the 37th Annual Fragrance Foundation awards ceremony. Victoria’s Secret’s NOIR Eau de Parfum won Fragrance of the Year. This distinction, determined in part by the public, ranks NOIR among the best fragrances in the U.S.
Shashi Batra, President of Victoria’s Secret Beauty stated, “We are thrilled that it was the consumers who voted to honor NOIR with this FiFi award. We are proud of our customers’ overwhelming positive response to NOIR. Not only did they honor us with this award, NOIR is the newest fragrance among the top ten best selling scents in the U.S. Thank you to our customers.”
Launched in January 2009, NOIR is a fruity, floral scent, targeted to the Victoria’s Secret consumer who strives to be playfully provocative, yet elegant. The fragrance is a blend of sparkling nectarine, sultry amber and exotic orchid.
“The goal was to create a fragrance that was modern, sexy and fabulous,” said Mark Knitowski, Vice President of Product Innovation and Victoria’s Secret in-house fragrance expert. “We wanted a fragrance that appealed to all Victoria’s Secret customers…a scent that makes a woman feel glamorous and seductive at any age.”
The black-tie award ceremony honoring the year’s best fragrance launches was held at the Downtown Armory on Wednesday night. The star-studded guest list included Mark Jacobs, Queen Latifah, Ernest Borgnine, Dustin Hoffman and Paris Hilton, as well as beauty executives from across the industry.
Victoria’s Secret Sexy Little Things Noir is available at Victoria’s Secret Stores nationwide, and online at victoriassecret.com.
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Amway Global is introducing a new weapon to help fight for a healthier complexion from the inside out. New clear.now Supplement is a fruit-flavored chewable that supports healthy skin, promotes clear and even skin tone, and enhances a body’s natural ability to promote the appearance of healthy skin. The chewable, along with the three-step clear.now Skin Care System provides a comprehensive solution to achieving a healthy complexion.
The exclusive clear.now Supplement features Praventin, a patent-pending, milk-derived protein that helps provide a healthy complexion and beautiful skin. It is also safe for those who are lactose intolerant, with no side effects.
“We are thrilled to introduce a product that can truly help people be more comfortable in their own skin,” says Kelli Miller, Manager ─ Beauty Marketing for Amway Global. “while the supplement supports healthy skin on its own, we believe optimal results can be achieved by using your normal skin care routine in conjunction with the clear.now Supplement.”
clear.now products are available exclusively through AMWAY GLOBAL Independent Business Owners. The clear.now Supplement has a suggested retail price of $29.99 for a 30-day supply and can be ordered by visiting www.amwayglobal.com.
About clear.now
clear.now is the only skin care brand that utilizes a patent-pending ingredient, stabilized sodium chlorite, combined with salicylic acid to gently help stop the cycle of breakouts for good by keeping pores clean and clear.
About Amway Global
Based in Ada, Mich., Amway Global is part of the Alticor group of companies, founded by the DeVos and Van Andel families. Alticor Inc. is led by Steve Van Andel, Chairman, and Doug DeVos, President. Global sales for the Alticor group of companies, which include Amway, Access Business Group, LLC, Alticor Corporate Enterprises (ACE), and Amway Global (formerly Quixtar), reached $8.2 billion in fiscal 2008.
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Joy Lorraine Cosmetics will introduce the expansion of its makeup collection with color cosmetics in sophisticated modern onyx cases, packaged in spiral-wound black paper tubes and boxes to attract customer’s attention. We invite you to join us at the International Esthetics Cosmetics & Spa Conference, held at the Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York City on April 26-28, 2009. Visit us at Booth 553 and experience our quality cosmetics designed to enhance the beauty of ethnic women everywhere.
The Company will showcase Luxurious Lipstick in 11 shades that are richly pigmented, rich in emollients and add sensuous shine to protect lips; Collage Perfecting Powder in four shades with light diffusing holographic pigments that blend together for bronzing, highlighting, and evening out skin tones, for a soft and youthful glow; Perfecting Pressed Powder in four shades with an oil-free, and fragrance-free formulation designed to absorb shine, for a natural and flawless finish; Cremeblend SPF 18 Foundation in five shades formulated as a creamy, blendable compact foundation with UVA/UVB protection that provides full coverage with a velvety feel; Stick Foundation SPF 18 in five shades formulated as a velvety crème to powder foundation in a stick that provides medium to full coverage; Ultimate Brush-On Concealer with a wand applicator offered in four shades formulated to provide precise application to conceal dark, under eye circles with soft, smooth and even coverage; Signature Quad eyeshadows in a 4-well compact offered in four shades formulated with Vitamins A & E to condition and protect eyelids, featuring a selection of pearl, shimmer, iridescent and metallic textures in one convenient, portable palette to define eyes, and create an individualized look; Smudge-Proof Gel Eyeliner in a glass jar offered in 9 shades featuring highly pigmented, waterproof, long-wearing formulation that glides on easily.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics was created by a woman of color for women of color to service the growing need of ethnic women who are dissatisfied with makeup that does not flatter their rich, ethnic skin tones. Women of all ethnicity and cultural backgrounds should celebrate their heritage. However, ethnic women with deep dark skin tones who want to wear makeup, often find themselves frustrated because they cannot find the right shade of foundation or powder in major department stores to enhance their complexion.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics was created to bridge the gap for ethnic women with dark skin tones, who may have felt left out, or felt that she was not beautiful enough for products to be made to enhance her natural beauty. Our diverse makeup shades are offered to enhance the beauty of women with ebony skin tones, as well as the in-between hues that represent the multi-cultural background of ethnic women.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics full line of quality foundations, powders, blushes, eye shadows, lipsticks, lip glosses, and mascaras complements the richness of women with an ethnic heritage, and fills a huge gap for today’s women of African, Asian, Hispanic and Indian descent.
Joy Lorraine Cosmetics seek partnership opportunities with retailers and distributors to help bring to market quality makeup products to enhance the beauty of A Woman of Color.
For More information please visit: joylorrainecosmetics.com.
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While moisturizers and make-up, facial peels and Botox can make our skin look beautiful and young, sometimes the external skin discolorations, blemishes, blotches or other unsightly marks we seek to remove are actually signs of an underlying internal disease. And your dermatologist may be the critical first line of defense against serious illness such as cancer, lupus, high cholesterol, pulmonary and cardiac disease, among others.
“While many patients come to our offices searching for ways to look and feel more beautiful by removing or reducing unsightly skin lesions or discolorations, some of those marks may actually be a sign of an internal disease or illness,” says Joshua Fox, MD, a leading dermatologist, founder of Advanced Dermatology and a spokesperson for the American Academy of Dermatology. It turns out that in scheduling regular visits with their dermatologist patients’ are actually taking an important first step in managing their overall health. Dermatologists will recognize which skin marks can be resolved with cosmetics, pharmaceuticals or cosmetic surgeries and which require a visit to a primary physician or specialist who can treat the underlying causes.
Dr. Fox cited 12 examples of dermatological problems that may be the first signs of internal disease.
1. Xanthelasma, or flat, yellowish plaque on the outside of the eyelid, usually close to the nose. These non-cancerous blemishes are composed of fatty material and typically appear after age 40. One-third of patients with xanthelasma, which occurs twice as often in women as in men, have an elevated serum cholesterol level. When they appear in teenagers and young adults, xanthelasmas are almost always a warning sign of high cholesterol levels.
2. Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (TTP), or purplish rash on the stomach. This rash may signal blood cancer or lymphoma. It is not known what triggers TTP, but some factors that may play a role include pregnancy, cancer, HIV, infection and lupus.
3. Scaling skin, or loss of the outer layer of epidermis in large, scale-like flakes. This condition may be caused by illnesses including hypoparathyroidism (decreased function of the parathyroid glands); ringworm (a fungal skin infection); psoriasis (a chronic skin condition caused by an overactive immune system); Kawasaki disease (an uncommon childhood illness that causes inflammation of the blood vessels), and toxic shock syndrome (a rare, often life-threatening illness, that develops suddenly after an infection and can rapidly affect several organ systems, including the lungs, kidneys and liver).
4. Severe psoriasis. A five-year study at the Karolinska Institute in Sweden found genetic links between psoriasis, the systemic skin disease, and heart disease. The study showed that people, especially those under 40, with severe psoriasis are at greater risk for cardiovascular disease and death because they have higher than average blood cholesterol levels.
5. Follicular plugging, or inactive hair follicles. Particularly when found in the ears, this symptom can be a sign of lupus, an autoimmune disease that occurs when the immune system attacks its own tissues, causing inflammation, swelling, pain and damage.
6. Raynaud’s phenomenon, or cold hands and extremities. In this condition, the blood vessels in the fingers or toes tighten, severely limiting the flow of blood to the skin and resulting in the feeling of cold hands or feet. While most cases of Raynaud’s phenomenon have no known cause, some people may develop Raynaud’s as a result of a disease such as lupus, scleroderma, atherosclerosis or rheumatoid arthritis.
7. Cancer. According to the American Cancer Society, some cancers (besides skin cancer, or melanoma) can cause skin symptoms or signs that can be seen. These include: darker looking skin (hyperpigmentation), yellowish skin and eyes (jaundice), reddened skin (erythema), itching and excessive hair growth. In fact, skin changes may be the first sign of an internal malignancy. These signs of skin disease may appear before, with or after the detection of an associated cancer. In a patient whose cancer is in remission, these skin changes may be the first sign of the cancer recurring.
8. Jaundice, or yellowing of the skin. Jaundice is a key sign of chronic liver disease.
9. Pruritis, or intense itching, along with dry skin and changes in skin color. These symptoms may be a sign of kidney or liver disease.
10. Pale or flesh-colored lesions on the backs of the fingers or hands; vitiligo, or depigmentation of the skin; or dull, red oval papules with small blisters. These skin marks may signal diabetes.
11. Painful erythematous (red skin) on the face, extremities and body. These symptoms, often combined with fever, malaise, arthralgias, myalgias and conjunctivitis in middle-aged women, may be a sign of Sweet’s Syndrome, or acute febrile neutrophilic dermatosis, Sweet’s syndrome can occur with inflammatory bowel disease, bowel bypass syndrome and pregnancy.
12. Unusual freckling, especially in children. Children who develop unusual freckling, or light brown “café au lait” spots on the skin, measuring more than 5 millimeters in diameter, may be at risk for neurofibromatoses, a group of three disorders of the nervous system that cause tumors to grow around the nerves. The freckling can appear in adolescents and adults, as well, but are larger, measuring more than 15 millimeters across. Tumors begin in the cells of the thin membrane that envelops and protects nerve fibers, and often spread into nearby areas. The type of tumor that develops depends on its location in the body and the kind of cells involved. The most common tumors are neurofibromas, which develop in the tissue surrounding peripheral nerves. Most tumors are not malignant, but they may become cancerous over time.
“These are just a few of the internal diseases that may present initially via the skin,” Dr. Fox says. “The skin is our largest and most visible organ. By examining your skin regularly, keeping track of changes to the skin and including a dermatologist in your regular schedule of physician check ups, you will be taking an important first step toward ensuring your overall health.”
Bio: Joshua L. Fox, M.D. is a leading authority in the field of dermatology with an expertise in skin cancer, cosmetic surgery, and laser procedures. As an official spokesperson for the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, Dr. Fox has been an expert resource on dermatologic topics for numerous television networks including ABC, CBS, CNN, NBC, including local broadcasting television spotlights, Telemundo, talk shows, radio stations, newspapers and magazines. Dr. Fox has served on the board of the National Rosacea Foundation and has done clinical trials in both medical and laser therapy in Rosacea. He has received multiple research and clinical awards including recognition from Top Doctors, Who’s Who, Journal of Dermatologic Surgery and Oncology, Community Service Award from the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery, the prestigious Husic Award as well as certificates of recognition for service from multiple hospitals, civic, educational and community organizations. Dr. Fox has authored and presented papers of his research on lasers, cosmetic procedures, stretch marks, scars, skin cancer, bug bites, photosensitivity and various rashes.
As founder and director of Advanced Dermatology and The Center for Laser and Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Fox and his associates have expanded the practice into one of the largest in dermatology, laser & cosmetic surgery with more lasers than any hospital or university center on the eastern coast. Dr. Fox is a graduate of the New York University Medical Center -Skin and Cancer and has been on the advisory board of the Psoriasis Foundation and National Rosacea Foundation among others. He has also been a fellow of many societies including the International Academy of Cosmetic Surgery, International Academy of Cosmetic Dermatology, and the Society for Investigative Dermatology. Dr. Fox is the founder of the AAD Melanoma/Skin Cancer Prevention Program in Queens, New York since 1987. Dr. Fox has been Chief of Dermatology of several major teaching hospitals including Mt. Sinai Hospital of Queens and Jamaica Medical Center and is currently on the staff of ten NY area hospitals. Dr. Fox and Advanced Dermatology the Center for Laser & Cosmetic Surgery have been used as a resource center educating dermatologists, laser surgeons, & cosmetic surgeons and others about lasers, cancer and cosmetic surgery and has one of the few Laser & Cosmetic Surgery Fellowship programs in the country. Dr. Fox is also the founder of the non-profit New Age Skin Research Foundation which participates and provides many research activities on unique issues of the skin and their causes or cures.
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The summer is the perfect time for light, cool, refreshing meals. A raw soup, which is completely uncooked, is extraordinarily nutritious and easy to make in your blender. It’s very important to include raw vegetables in your daily diet as they still have all of their natural enzymes and nutrients intact. Heating destroys some of these compounds. I also urge you to buy organic when you can. Your exposure to pesticides will be much greater if you’re eating a lot of non-organic produce.
This is what I call a Creamy Asparagus Soup, but there’s much more than asparagus in here. I don’t follow a specific recipe to make a raw soup; instead I include a wealth of raw vegetables, fresh herbs, and taste it along the way. Here’s a basic outline of what to include.
Template for Raw Soups
- Raw vegetables. I always include a leafy green like kale or swiss chard. After that, try zucchini, cucumber, asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, or any other raw vegetable. This should be the base of your soup.
- Flavor enhancer. Raw onions and raw garlic both add delicious flavor to soup, but remember that they are much stronger when raw than cooked. Both onions and garlic have powerful anti-inflammatory properties.
- Fresh herbs. Fresh herbs have medicinal properties and will give your soup a distinct flavor. I like basil or cilantro; experiment with your favorite herbs. I would stick to no more than two, or else your soup’s flavor may be too complex.
- Lemon juice. Lemon juice is extremely alkalizing to the body and adds a subtle tang to your soup. Don’t buy bottled lemon juice; buy lemons and squeeze the juice yourself.
- Cream. Okay, not cream exactly, but something that will make your soup creamy. Avocados are a great alkalizing nutrient source and will make your soup creamy. I also like to add raw cashews to make the soup creamier and slightly sweeter. Experiment with other raw nuts and seeds, too.
- Sea Salt and Pepper. A little sea salt is definitely necessary to make your soup palatable. Regular iodized table salt is heavily processed, so opt for sea salt instead. Crushed black pepper adds a nice addition, as does cayenne pepper if you like your soup spicy.
- Water. You need a little liquid to get your soup to the desired consistency. How thick you want your soup is totally up to you. I like a thick, creamy soup.
Some Tips:
1. I use my Vita-Mix, an extremely high-powered blender, to make my soups. The Vita-Mix has no trouble liquifying whole vegetables. If your blender is not so strong, make sure to chop your vegetables into smaller pieces and add enough water. You also may need to process your soup in small batches.
2. Don’t forget to test your soup after adding all the ingredients. See if it’s a good texture, creamy enough, flavorful enough, etc. When making a raw soup, you can keep adding more of a certain ingredient until you’re totally satisfied with the result.
3. The soup keeps well in the fridge for about a week. It may keep longer, but mine have never lasted that long! Just be aware that the soup will thicken slightly after sitting in the fridge.
Try the recipe out, and let me know some of your favorite combinations of ingredients!
-Emily
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