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A few months ago, I had never heard of Erno Laszlo, so I’m wondering how many other people have never heard of them…

If everyone else knows about Erno Laszlo and didn’t tell me, then you’re all in BIG trouble! I had no idea what I was missing out on till I tried a few of their products while I was on vacation.

Erno Laszlo was the first line of dermatologist-created skincare and was a brilliant pioneer in skincare. He invented sunscreen, acne care for adults and children, and the first skincare regimes (called rituals). Wow!

Skincare is such an essential part of being fashionable! Housewives and moms with busy schedules should pay particularly close attention to keeping their skin healthy and youthful. God knows nobody else is going to take care of us…

So I started off by washing my face with the Beta Wash. It… Was… Heavenly… I’m going to go as far as to say it’s probably the best face wash I’ve ever used in my life. And the skin on my face will agree… It was light, didn’t irritate my skin, easily washed off makeup – including mascara-, and it cleared up my skin without drying my skin out. Did I mention it was heaven. Pure heaven.

I also tried it with my Clarisonic with equally fantastic results.

Depending on what time of day it was and what i was doing, I either used the Antioxidant Mattifying Complex SPF 15 or the Redness FX Calming Lotion. Both are pricey, but worth their weight in gold.

Acne and very oily skin is something I’ve been battling since I was 12. (Is it ever going to stop?!) I could probably wash my face several times a day and still have oily skin. Normally, when I wear liquid foundation, it only stays on my skin for like 4-6 hours tops… It takes several products underneath and special powders and such on top just to keep it from melting off my face, especially during the warmer months.

In hopes of finding something that would help with this issue, I tried the Erno Laszlo Antioxidant Mattifying Complex SPF 15. It promised 12-hour oil control. Plus, their website said that it absorbs excess sebum without dehydrating skin, and boasts SPF 15 and antioxidants to combat environmental damage. Aloe, cucumber and lemongrass heal, calm and refresh your skin. Wow, sounds great, right? You have no idea…

This stuff seriously works. I mean, for real. I washed my face with the Beta Wash and then applied a thin layer of the Mattifying Complex to my face and neck, making sure to get right into my hair line. About 3 minutes later I applied CoverGirl TruBlend Liquid Makeup Foundation in “Creamy Natural” (my personal favorite) and a very light layer of Make Up For Ever HD Microfinish Powder. Well wouldn’t you know that my face looked flawless for almost 11 hours?! I was very impressed… No other ‘base coat’ has ever made that much of a difference. Yet another product from Erno Laszlo that blew me away.

The Redness FX Calming Lotion (For Sensitive and Oily Skin) reduced the redness in my skin within just a few uses… We’re talking like 3-4 days tops. I’ve tried many products that promised to reduce redness. This is the only one that has ever worked. I was so excited and so happy with the results, that I actually went the rest of my vacation without wearing liquid foundation or powder!!! It felt so nice to have clear skin without redness… It was amazing. I felt a lot more confident about myself.

I’ll admit, I’m inept and haven’t quite figured out the best way to use the Heavy Controlling Lotion yet. Since it’s called “lotion” you’d think it was lotion… But it’s very much not. It’s a toner. And I didn’t figure that out until after I came back from vacation and went back to their website to read about it. Looks like I’ll have to try it with a cotton ball next time… We’ll see how that goes.

Erno Laszlo was the favorite of Marylin Monroe, Audrey Hepburn, Greta Garbo and today – Hilary Duff and… ME! I am a super huge fan of Erno Laszlo now.

First, use the Laszlo-Matic to get a skin care ritual customized to your needs. It will help you determine exactly which products will help your specific skin issues.

Then go and shop Erno Laszlo products on Nordstrom.com or on Saks.com.

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The fabulous and ultra popular Clarisonic Skin Care System comes with a great cleansing gel, but they don’t provide you with a moisturizer. Luckily I found a really nice moisturizer that works great in conjunction with the Clarisonic.

Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care is oil-free hydrating care that is clinically proven to stop the cycle of acne imperfections. Replenishes skin with balanced moisture while Zincadone+ , and Salicylic Acid purifies and prevents future breakouts. Patent-pending Intra-Pore Technology controls shine.

I used their older version of this and wasn’t crazy about it at all. The new formula is much better! I also really like the new container. The pump bottle dispenses the perfect amount in 1 pump to cover your entire face and neck.

For me, the design of a bottle is really important because if it pumps poorly or dispenses uneven amounts every time, I’m a lot less likely to use it again. That is definitely not a problem with Normaderm Anti-Imperfection Hydrating Care because this bottle design is fantastic.

I’ve only been using it for about 2 weeks, but I really like it. Very few acne products actually work for me, and this is one of them. Not only does it not cause breakouts, it actually cleared my skin up pretty well. I also noticed less blackheads on my nose, which is a chronic problem for me. I like the consistency of the actual product too because it’s easy to apply and socks in quickly so I can apply my liquid foundation afterwards.

I’m almost out of the cleanser that came with my Clarisonic, so I’ve used the Normaderm Deep Cleansing Gel a few times, with good results.

You can buy both products on www.vichyusa.com.

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Spring Break 2009 is coming upon us! Whether you get some time off in February or march, make the most of it with these must-have essentials from Sephora…

Bliss Bikini Perfect Deluxe – Spa Edition ($60)

What it is:
A cordless, rechargeable, shower-friendly personal trimmer.

ThermaClear Acne Clearing Device ($149)

What it is:
An advanced, heat-enabled acne clearing skincare tool for mild to moderate acne.

Clarisonic Plus Skin Care System & Spot Therapy Kit ($225)

What it is:
An enhanced Clarisonic® Plus system with a third speed, along with a new Spot Therapy Brush Head for the body.

Buy a Bare Escentuals’ Get Started Kit & get a FREE makeup bag on at Sephora.com. Enter code BEBAG1 at checkout.

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Ever wonder what other gal’s do to their faces before bed? If you haven’t really gotten into a night time skin care routine you might not know where to begin.

There are so many creams and facial moisturizers that claim to be geared for night time renewal, but do they really work and do you really need to use “night cream” at night? Not really.

Here’s my night time skin care routine:

1. First I brush my teeth with the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite toothbrush and Crest Vivid White Night, Fluoride Toothpaste in “Moonlight Mint”. If I have time, I’ll also floss with Crest Glide Dental Floss and swish a little Listerine Antiseptic Mouthwash in Natural Citrus just for good measure.

2. I wet my face with warm water and then go to town on with my CLARISONIC® Skincare System. Depending on the severity of my acne that day or the dryness of my skin, I’ll use either Avalon Vitamin C Refreshing Cleansing Gel or the CLARISONIC Refreshing Gel Cleanser for Normal/Oily Skin. If my skin is extra dry or flaky, then I use Emerita Microdermabrasion Face Scrub with the Clarisonic.

3. After I pat my face dry, I apply Tea Tree Oil to any acne or acne prone area (chin, lower cheeks, etc). I let that dry slightly and then apply a light layer of moisturizer. Either Pangea Organics French Chamomile And Orange Blossom Face Cream or my favorite (which is discontinued) Biore Shine Control Moisturizer. My new favorite is the Beauty Company Nourishing Oil-Free Moisturizer.

4. Recently, I’ve started another habit of applying RapidLash Eyelash Renewal Serum every night. I’ve only been using it for about 1 week now and you’re supposed to use it for 4 weeks to see results. I’ll keep you updated on how it’s going!

5. While that’s drying a little bit, I check my eyebrows and pluck any stray hairs I find. I don’t pluck my eyebrows very much… Just mainly keep them tame. They’re pretty out of control most of the time and it would be a full time job to keep them perfectly groomed, so I’ve given up. I just try to make sure they’re not scaring people!

6. Lastly, I put a thick layer of Jafra Extra Care Cream on my lips and a dab under each eye and then I’m off to bed!

No special night creams. The only night time product I really use is the Crest Vivid White Night, Fluoride Toothpaste in “Moonlight Mint”. Looooove that stuff… Works really well too!

So there you have it. That’s my night time skin care routine! What’s yours?

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Beauty Company, a Modern Apothecary in San Francisco has unveiled a new skincare line, ‘The Fabulous Five’ based on simplicity, efficacy and accessibility. In a market such as ours, maintaining gorgeous skin should not be a compromise.

‘The Fabulous Five’ line consists of:

: Gentle Glycolic Cleanser
: Nourishing Oil-Free Moisturizer
: On-the-Spot Blemish Remover
: A Plant-based Firming Eye Serum
: Pore refining and Perfecting Facial Masque.

Each product employs the best practices and formulas Beauty Company skincare creator Sherri Ziesche discovered in Asian and European old-world apothecaries to form a “dream team” in high-quality skincare products. Based on the philosophy that “less is more”, Ziesche created the Beauty Company’s “Fabulous Five” to encompass all that is necessary for maintaining radiant healthy skin with ease and a level of accessibility.

The set is priced at between $15 – $17 per item so it’s totally affordable, unlike some skin care lines. When it comes to skin care products, you don’t always get what you pay for. Just because it’s expensive, doesn’t mean it’s going to work. And vise versa.

I’ve been using little samples of The Fabulous Five for over a week now and I’m so impressed! The Oil-Free Moisturizer is probably the best moisturizer I’ve ever used. It glides on smooth, doesn’t clog pores, and wears well under liquid foundation.

All the products have a very light, pleasant scent. Not overbearing at all.

The masque is also pretty good. I put it on my cheeks (my acne trouble spot) twice in 1 day and by the next day, at least 50% off my acne my cleared up and a lot less red.

The other one I really like is the Gentle Glycolic Cleanser. I even used it a few times with my CLARISONIC® Skincare System. I am definitely thinking about buying a full size bottle of the cleanser and the moisturizer.

I definitely recommend the products, regardless of their affordability. They just work really well!

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Free shipping on any online order of $100 or more from now until Friday, December 19. Take advantage of this and other deals like:

• Save up to 70% off Designer apparel, shoes, handbags and more.
• Cashmere under $100
• Gifts for him under $25
• Gifts for her under $25
• A Nordstrom gift card, perfect for everyone on your list.

Here are two items we’re loving:

What: CLARISONIC® Skincare System

I’ve been using the Clarisonic for like 3 weeks now and I LOVE IT! It has improved the look of my skin greatly in just that little amount of time. The pores on my nose are much smaller, no blackheads, a huge decrease in whiteheads, and my skin is so smooth. I am just so impressed with the Clarisonic.

If you have acne problems, dry skin, large pores, premature aging, blackheads, whiteheads, or oily skin, definitely put the Clarisonic on your wish list. And if you know anyone with skin problems (and can spare the cash) get them the CLARISONIC® Skincare System for Christmas. They’ll be thanking you for year!

Price: $195.00

What: Vera Wang ‘Look’ Eau de Parfum

Like Vera Wang’s fashion, her new fragrance represents a measured study in texture, color, silhouette and proportion. Vera Wang Look unexpectedly reveals itself in fragrant layers. Luxurious and rich, yet modern and sheer. A blend of complexity and transparency in a totally modern new fragrance.Vera Wang Look: The Scent of Style. The bold, modern, captivating scent of Vera Wang Look embraces a woman’s confidence and creates a seductive effect through complex textures and layers of fragrance notes. A sparkling elixir of mandarin and watery greens are layered with lush notes of lychee and golden delicious apple, filling the top note with a burst of energy and freshness. The vibrant floral bouquet of lily, freesia and jasmine envelopes with femininity and elegance. A natural sensuality is enhanced in the dry down with the richness of indulgent vanilla and skin musk. Touches of oakmoss and patchouli create balance with warmth, depth and character.

Price: $90

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It’s time to get a jump on your holiday shopping and save on shipping! Here are a few gift ideas for the fashionable (or not-so-fashionable) people in you life:

What: The Art of Social War: A Novel

A witty novel about a 35-year old, die-hard New York woman who wants nothing more than to
marry her adored fiancé, Jamey, and continue to succeed in her career running the “I Heart New
York” campaign.

It’s a great read that will keep you glued to the book, eager to find out what happens next. A fun book for all ages, it would make a great gift for a woman of any age.

Price: $11.16

Where: Amazon.com

What: CLARISONIC Pink Skincare System

Get your friend a PINK Clarisonic! It’s the latest in skin care and will be appreciated by anyone with skin. Seriously, this thing is great!

We’re giving a white Clarisoinc to one lucky winner. Enter for a chance to win! If you don’t win though, consider buying a pink one for yourself or a friend. It’s the BEST!!!

Price: $195

Where: But it on Nordstrom.com, Sephora.com, or on Drugstore.com

What: Basic Jersey Scarf

This seasons must-have accessory at a totally affordable price, makes it the perfect Christmas present. Made of ultra soft cotton jersey, this scarf is currently available in cream, gray, and deep teal. I love mine and I wear it all the time. It goes great with any outfit and it’s soft, so you’ll want to wear it all the time. Perfect gift for anyone from a teenager to your grandmother!

Price: $9.50

Where: ShadeClothing.com

What: Ferrero Prestige Gift Set 42 Count

Now tell me, who doesn’t LOVE chocolate? Seriously, I can’t think of anyone that wouldn’t want this tray of chocolates for Christmas. I mean, everyone loves chocolate. Right?

I know I do! This gift set has 3 different flavors, 14 Rocher, 14 Rond Noir, and 14 Garden Coco. The Garden Coconut is my favorite… It’s sweet, but not too sweet and has just the right amount of coconut shavings on top. So yummy! My second favorite is the Rond Noir. The sumptuous dark chocolate is just heavenly.

Price: $21.99

Where: Amazon.com

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We’re giving away the new CLARISONIC Skin Care Brush

What Is it?

Well, Oprah says “It’s a miracle massage for your face” and that describes it quite well!

From the creators of the Philips Sonicare HealthyWhite Toothbrush comes CLARISONIC Skin Care Brush. Sonic technology first changed the way we clean our teeth, it’s now changing how we cleanse our skin. The sonic frequency moves Clarisonic’s soft, gentle brush back and forth at more than 300 times per second. The sonic micro-massage clears your pores, loosening dirt, makeup and oil. Clarisonic® is proven to remove more dirt (sebum and makeup) than traditional, superficial cleansing, allowing your serums and moisturizers to absorb better. Skin is left soft and pampered without harsh abrasion or chemicals and it’s gentle enough to use on acne and rosacea prone skin.

I’ve only been using it since Wednesday, but I’m really impressed so far. I will give you my full review in a couple weeks though.

Here are some of the benefits:

6X more makeup removal
Leaves skin feeling and looking younger and smoother
Cleanses so well that products absorb better
Gentle enough for use twice daily
Helps reduce oily areas, dry skin patches and blemishes
Helps reduce the appearance of visible pores
Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles

Wanna Win It?

Other Details

Contest is open from Nov 17th till Nov 24th at midnight. Must be 18 or older to enter. Must be in USA or Canada to enter. Must have skin to enter. Ha, just wanted to make sure you were still reading!

If you already have a Clarisonic, leave a comment and let us know what you think! (You can still enter the contest if you have one!)

Congratulations to Pamela for winning our Clarisonic Giveaway!

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