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Refresh and Renew your Glow with Hyaestic 0,5% Pure Retinol

November 13, 2024 By Debra Pearlstein

I’ve always believed that beauty is not how we look, but, how we feel. It is from within, not without. With that in mind, for me, beauty means health, well-being and a natural glow.

I was excited to try products from Hyaestic because they are rooted in scientific expertise and are advanced in their formulation and their efficacy. With their carefully selected active ingredients, the full potential of your skin becomes available. What I love is that they seem to share my view in that everyone deserves to feel their best, and that their skincare solutions promote not only amazing skin health, but also an overall sense of wellbeing. They encourage love and self-care, which I’m all about. Their products are about empowering us to embrace our own unique beauty.

Let’s face it. The world is stressful enough! So, why not choose products that help you nurture yourself and simply target whatever is in your way.

I actually had never tried Retinol products so that was one I really wanted to check out. Starting an anti-aging routine early on can help enhance our beauty and how we feel, which is really what matters. I definitely picked the right product, Hyaestic 0,5% Pure Retinol. This formula contains nutrients that help prevent the aging process of the skin, increase collagen production, improve skin firmness, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, and diminish dullness for a more even skin tone.

I really wasn’t sure what to expect, so, of course I tried a small amount first. The directions clearly state:

Apply a small amount to the face and neck every evening. If a retinol product has never been used before, begin twice a week 2-3 days apart, increasing frequency slowly until daily use is tolerated.

Caution: Do not use if you are pregnant, lactating or planning to become pregnant

I was actually thrilled to find out that this retinol was actually very gentle on my skin. I had no issues whatsoever with it and it felt good from Day One, and I use it daily. The packaging is simple yet perfect. The formula came out easily and was just the right amount. Applied to my face, it felt soothing and hydrating. I noticed immediately that my skin looked smoother, healthier and younger. It was glowing. I have tried a lot of skincare products, but, I am seriously so impressed with this one that I want to try more of the products in the line that apply to my skincare concerns. You can check them out here!

My skin felt damaged and dry before, but, this pure retinol repairs and protects it, stimulating the renewal of skin cells and reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It can even help treat acne and shrink pores, reduce pigmentation and even skin tone and any rough texture you might have. It would perfectly complement most anti-aging routines.

Here are the key ingredients:

0.5% pure, stabilized Retinol along with Hyaluronic Acid which synergistically intensifies the skin’s hydrating matrix for a firmer look. Vitamin E serves as a potent antioxidant. It targets the skin’s hydrating matrix to reduce the look of fine lines and coarse wrinkles. It also contains a humectant Sodium Hyaluronate and calming Calendula Officinalis Flower Extract (which I love!)

I am at a point in my life where it is out with the old and in with the new. I am moving on from what doesn’t work in my life and trying new solutions. Stepping forward unafraid is where I am at. With that in mind this product is ideal. It helps renew skin cells and leaves my skin glowing! And, as, I said at the very beginning of this entry, it’s all about how YOU feel. You aren’t doing this for anyone else, because there is no one else you really need to please. Loving and caring for myself has helped my life fall into place and made me so much happier.

Why Is Sleep So Important for Healthy Skin?

April 10, 2018 By Debra Pearlstein Leave a Comment

Quality sleep and skin health go hand in hand while lack of sleep puts a strain on our body. Not getting enough sleep accelerates aging, impairs water balance, changes facial expressions, enhances weight gain, and ruins our skin’s natural beauty. Moreover, stress caused by sleep deprivation triggers elevated levels of cortisol, the so-called stress hormone, which furthers inflammation in the body. The inflammatory response is not good for skin health. Here is how sleep deprivation can damage our skin:

Poor Sleep Worsens Skin Conditions

Not enough sleep activates an increased inflammatory response in the body, which irritates existing skin conditions and sets off added skin sensitivity, intensified reactions for allergic contact dermatitis, increased acne breakouts, and aggravated irritant dermatitis. Immune-related skin conditions, such as eczema or psoriasis, also worsen just because the body, invaded by inflammation, loses its ability to regulate the immune system. Skin begins to itch increasingly exacerbating the symptoms of immune-related skin conditions. Increased itching affects the quality of sleep, and thus we enter a never-ending circle.

Less Sleep Means Poor Water Balance

Our body needs enough sleep to rebalance hydration, a process that allows the skin to recover its moisture while the excess water gets processed for removal. Poor water balance translates into puffy eyes, under-eye dark circles, dry skin, and more visible wrinkles. The puffiness under our eyes says we are not getting enough shut-eye. Water tends to accumulate under eyes, and with the skin so thin there it becomes quite visible. There are ways to reduce swelling during sleep, and you can find some ideas here.

Poor Sleep Undermines Skin’s Natural Beauty

An increased level of stress hormones boosts the number of inflammatory cells in the body. Collagen, a protein essential to our skin’s health and beauty, breakdowns faster in these conditions. Our skin willlose its bounciness, radiance, and translucency and will start looking dull, pale, and even lifeless. On theother hand, collagen replenishes during sleep, and that means less visible wrinkles and a plumperlooking skin. Blood flow to the skin improves when we sleep, which offers our skin that healthy-looking glow and gives us those rosy cheeks.

Enough Deep Sleep Slows Down the Aging Process

A good night’s sleep is like a fountain of youth for our skin. If we want to look younger for many years, we need to understand the importance of deeper phases of sleep in controlling the aging process. When we get enough deep during the night, our bodies experience a rise in growth hormones production. Growth hormones are essential for repairing cell damage. Cell breakdown, which occurs during the day, is no longer accumulated inside the cell but is reversed overnight in the presence of growth hormones. This way, damaged cells get repaired, and signs of aging become less noticeable. This process can happen when we get enough deep sleep.

Our body longs for quality snooze time because it helps to repair itself and recover from daily stress. Within this context, getting enough quality sleep is essential to our looks. Enough shut-eye means 7 to 9 quality hours each night and less than 6 hours of sleep will likely affect our appearance and, therefore, our skin health.

Win a Cate & Chloe VIP Membership – #Giveaway

June 27, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 3 Comments

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Valentia Skin Care – New Even Glow Serum

May 20, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 7 Comments

Disclosure: I got this product as part of an advertorial.

I’m not a pushover when it comes to beauty products. I have a set of standards that I adhere to, and if I don’t like something, I’ll tell you! That being said, about a month ago I was given a chance to try Even Glow Serum by Valentia Skin Care and, so far, I really like it!

Our skin is damaged every day due to environmental pollutants, chemical laden cosmetics and oxidative stress.
Essentially, Oxidative stress is an imbalance between the production of free radicals and the ability of the body to counteract or detoxify their harmful effects through neutralization by antioxidants.

Free radicals can negatively impact our health and our skin in many ways and deplete our natural protective resources. Without additional antioxidants, the skin’s ability to defend against these pollutants is diminished and signs of aging such as wrinkles, fine lines, and uneven skin tone can appear.

Even Glow Serum starts with a 20% Vitamin C base which is in itself a powerful antioxidant treatment. Complementing this are skin super oils chosen to enhance and supoprt the Vitamin C.

I’m a firm believer in Vitamin C through fresh juices, fruits and supplements. I also appreciate it in my skin products.

The Power of Natural Ingredients

Parabens, phosphates, and other chemicals found in many skin care products can disrupt your skin’s natural processes. Adding natural ingredients can help strengthen its resilience and protective abilities, leaving your skin healthier and more youthful.

Here are some of the natural ingredients this serum contains:

Vitamin C:

(as mentioned above) Helps prevent environmental aging, wrinkles and pigmentation. Vitamin C is also necessary for the production of collagen, which helps maintain skin elasticity, strength and durability, providing a smooth and plump appearance.

Sea Buckthorn Oil:

I’ve been a fan of sea buckthorn oil since I first began using it about a year and a half ago. It helps erase fine lines, sun spots and imperfections in skin tone. Rare Omega Fatty acids (Omega-6 and Omega-7) in the oil help promote scar healing and moisture rentention and Sistosterol improves microcirculation giving skin a healthy glow.

Resistem:

Reduces Inflammation and Regenerates Skin Tissue Faster, also provides long-term benefits in protection

Hyaluronic Acid:

Protects and Helps Retain Moisture lost over time as we age and helps protect skin with a breathable barrier

Rosehip Seed Oil:

One of the best plant seed oils containing Vitamin A for anti-aging and skin rejuvenation and Vitamin E for firmer skin without dryness

Green Tea Extract:

The catechins in green tea are a potent antioxidant which also contribute to the overall anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant benefits.

Each ingredient in Even Glow has its own positive effects; however, the synergy as they all work together provides the most benefit.

My experience:

How does it smell? It has the fresh natural scent of oranges. I’m a huge citrus fan so I enjoyed this.

How is the texture? Neither too runny nor too thick

How is it on my skin? It absorbed quickly and I could feel a very mild tightening effect. It was non-greasy and non-sticky which is something I look for in my skincare products.

Did it leave my skin oily? No, not at all.

Is it vastly overpriced? No, in fact, it is on sale right now at Amazon for $35.

How long will it last? Mine has lasted me over a month so far as you do not need to apply much, just a few drops.

How does it work? My skin looks healthy, glowing and more youthful after using this for a month. I notice the fine lines are diminishing over time. They won’t go away miraculously, but, I do see change! My skin looks smooth, bright, plumper and the tone is even.

And, one of my crucial questions, did it irritate my skin, did the fragrance bother me: No, not at all!

Would I use this again? Yes!

I received one or more of the products mentioned above for free using Tomoson.com. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers.

Fabulous Finds: Olie Biologique Huile Radicale

April 7, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 28 Comments

Hot right now: Facial Oils

Though at first it may give one pause, putting pure and natural oils on your face is one of the best ways to help restore moisture, deliver essential nutrients, and prevent pore congestion. Just make sure you are using a high quality plant-derived oil.

I had a rough winter. My skin had a rougher winter. As spring approaches, I’m looking for ways to restore its natural glow. My favorite right now is Olie Biologique Huile Radicale.

Nature’s plumper and parched skin quencher. A MUST for dry, dull and damaged and aging skin begging for its radiant glow.

Intensive radiance-boosting and rejuvenating, this blend of 8 organic plant seed oils and floral extracts provides all-natural skin quenching properties with lightweight, healing potency. Anti-oxidants, fatty acids and naturally occurring retinoic acid preserve elasticity, plump facial lines and improve firmness while reducing brown spots. Absorbs completely to leave a silky, non-greasy finish. – from the site

Ingredients: Organic Camellia Oil, Organic Rosehip Oil, Organic Blackcurrant Seed Oil, Organic Evening Primrose Oil, Natural Vitamin E, Grapefruit Oil, Sandalwood, Rose Geranium Oil, Rose Damascena (rose) flower oil.

I received a travel size to test and am now a believer. I will be replenishing my supply when I have gone through this one, though that will be a while as you only need a few drops at a time. I put it on at night before I go to bed and have noticed that my skin looks more radiant and youthful in the morning. Although I have only been using it for about a week now, I already see the plumping effects on my laugh lines. This fills them in and helps diminish them. The scent is natural and light, the feel luxurious on my skin.

For a mini facial massage: Apply over neck + face. Massage upwards & outwards for a few minutes to boost circulation, break down congestion & firm facial muscles.

Olìe biologique is a luxury natural skincare brand based on 100% organic, vitamin rich oils unearthed from plant and tree sources.

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Disclosure: I was provided a sample to facilitate my review from BrandBacker, however, all opinions are, as always, my own.

Spring Renewal – Time to Update my Wardrobe! #SpringAtKohls #Sponsored #MC

March 24, 2014 By Debra Pearlstein 34 Comments

I participated in a campaign for Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Kohl’s. I received a gift card as a thank you for participating.

Now that the weather is finally warming up, it’s time for Spring renewal. I can’t wait to recharge my wardrobe and I found some wonderful tips on the new trends at Kohl’s Spring Fashion Google Hangout.

I’m loving the roll-cuff denim, the feminine tops, the dresses and the color Pink, and have my eye on a stylishly comfortable ELLE Striped Fit & Flare Ponte Dress. This season I’m not going to shirk from color, but wear it proudly. What I’ve always loved about Kohl’s is that I can experiment and accessorize and still have money left over. Check out the Kohl’s Spring Fashion Hangout. What trends are you most excited for this Spring?