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Perricone Cold Plasma Eye Cream Giveaway *CLOSED*

July 20, 2010 By

Congratulations to Marj M for winning a jar of Perricone’s new Cold Plasma Eye!

Comment #9 chosen by Random.org

Thank you to everyone who entered. I wish we could give all of you a jar of this eye cream because it’s FABULOUS! Stay tuned because we will have another Perricone Giveaway soon!!


Dr. Nicholas Perricone is a freaking genius and has wowed us once again, this time with his new and totally amazing Cold Plasma for Eyes!

Read Cold Plasma Perricone Reviews >>

Perricone Free ShippingWe’ve teamed up with Perricone again to offer our readers a chance to win a fabulous Perricone MD skin care product. This time we’re giving away a full size jar of Cold Plasma For Eyes (valued at $95)!!

Cold Plasma Eye is a drenching cream-based serum that addresses the seven most visible signs of aging along the contours of the eyes: fine lines, puffiness, dark circles, redness, loss of elasticity, loss of hydration and loss of brightness.

Safe enough to apply along the orbital bone and directly on the eye lid where many women experience dryness. Cold Plasma Eye absorbs quickly into the skin and provides an excellent base for concealer and make-up. Part of the award-winning Cold Plasma family, it’s an essential treatment for luminous, sparkling eyes.

Free of parabens, silicons, sulfates, phthalates, and synthetic dyes.


TO ENTER:

Leave a comment on this post and tell me why you need or want to try Cold Plasma Eye!!!

The winner will receive 1 full-size jar of Perricone MD Cold Plasma Eye


Extra Optional Entries: (Leave 1 comment for each extra entry.)

(Note: You must leave 1 comment per entry. Extra entries will not be counted unless you leave a comment for each one.)

Details

Contest runs from July 20th till August 1st, 2010. Last chance to enter is August 1st at 11:59pm ET. Winner will be chosen with random.org and notified by email on or before August 8th and asked for full name, address and phone number (for shipping purposes). If no response is given within 48 hours, a different winner will be chosen, so please be sure to check your email. Must be 18 or older to enter. Contest open to USA!

Prize will be provided and shipped directly by the representing PR company for Perricone.

* The Fashionable Housewife received a jar of Cold Plasma Eye in exchange for holding this giveaway for our readers and for the purpose of product testing and review.

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Mama Mio Congratulations! Deluxe Pregnancy Skin Care Kit – A Must-Have For All Moms To Be

May 27, 2010 By

The Mama Mio Congratulations! Kit is the mother of all pregnancy skin care kits and an absolute must-have for all moms to be!

Going from having a flat tummy to pampering a baby bump can be hard on you emotionally and of course, physically. These three fabulous products make the 40 week journey a lot more pleasant.

The kit contains:

  • Tummy Rub Oil for award-winning stretch mark prevention 106ml/3.6 fl.oz
  • OMega Super-rich Body Cream a gorgeously fragrant moisturizer 200ml/6.8 fl.oz
  • OMega Shower Cream to cleanse and hydrate your skin. 300ml/10 fl.oz

I’ve been using all the products in the kit since the beginning of my second trimester and I’m now just entering the third trimester. I slather the Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil on my belly every single night before I go to bed and sometimes in the morning after I take a shower too. It’s performed excellently so far as I haven’t gotten a single stretch mark on my belly!

The Mama Mio OMega Super-rich Body Cream is fabulous for all the other areas that get stretched while you’re preggo like your love handles, thighs, butt and breasts. The scent is sensational and it’s rich and creamy without being heavy and greasy. It’s so heavenly that you’ll want to keep on using it long after you pop the baby out. I can’t imagine living without this one… Seriously.

I also love the OMega Moisturizing Shower Cream a LOT. It’s ideal for pregnancy because it was carefully created to maintain the moisture balance in your skin, unlike everyday products, which will strip away all of your moisturising efforts. It is oh-so-gentle and smells gorgeous. It has a low-lather formula using an extremely gentle cleanser (created for babies!) and is PH balanced suiting even the most sensitive skins. As you would expect from Mama Mio it is Sodium Laureth Sulfate free.

This is absolutely a must-have kit for ALL pregnant woman. If you are expecting, do yourself a favor and get this ASAP. And if you know someone who is sporting a baby bump, treat them to these heavenly products and they will surely appreciate it!

    PRICE: $55

I also recommend getting the OMega Body Oil as well. It’s a gorgeously fragrant blend of sink-in-quick oils including a mix of Argan, Safflower, Sweet Almond and Jojoba oils to smooth your body all over.

It’s quick to apply, keeps your skin nourished, firm, elastic and glowing. 100% pure natural moisture for 100% fit skin. An un-oily oil that is just amazing! This is a totally addictive product that will become a year-round essential in your bathroom cabinet.

Read my full review here.

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Dr. Harold Lancer 3-Step Method – Skincare Products Review

May 25, 2010 By

Dr. Harold Lancer is a renowned Beverly Hills dermatologist to the entertainment, elite and world royalty, is the expert that Hollywood’s most recognizable faces, and bodies, trust to preserve and enhance their looks, their image and their careers.

Dr. Lancer has recently developed a line of skincare products, creating The Lancer Method, his three-step skincare technique. The Lancer Method was developed with the belief that skincare doesn’t have to be complicated to be effective. With a simple, daily 3-step program, the LANCERx products promises to bring medical grade improvements in fine lines, texture, discoloration and pore size in about a week.

The 3-Step Program

    Step 1: Polish / Exfoliate
    Step 2: Cleanse
    Step 3: Repair

Reps for Dr. Lancer asked me to review his new 3 step program and share with you what I thought. I started using the products in early March and used them consistently for the last 6 weeks. I usually like to try new products for 6-8 weeks to make sure I am getting an accurate look at how my skin and hormones will react to the new products since we all know our skin can get finicky around ‘that time of the month’. Also, different makeups and primers can have a huge effect on how your skin looks too.

Using the 3 step program I noticed improvements in my skin in just a few days. The skin was softer and brighter. I also noticed after about a week of continued use that my pores were smaller.

I thought I had a favorite, but actually I like all three products a lot. If I had to pick a favorite though, it would be the Polish. The Blemish Control Polish ($50) is a gentle resurfacing polish containing natural exfoliating minerals from the Dead Sea and antibacterial tea tree oil. It’s a very thick scrub and it’s difficult to get a sizable amount out of the squeeze tube. A simple container redesign would solve this problem, so hopefully they will consider. It’s the only complaint I have about the product, besides the price. My skin always feels immediately smoother and refreshed after using it.

At first, I thought the cleanser was pretty standard, but after using it for about a week, I noticed that it’s not your everyday cleanser. The Extremely Pure Cleanser ($50) is a gentle, light-foaming cleaner enriched with natural exfoliating enzymes, moisture-rich hydrators and skin soothing agents. The beads are super gentle and yet provide a good, fresh ‘clean’ that will get off your makeup and foundations easily.

The first time I used the Repair Lotion ($100), I was afraid it would make me breakout because it felt like it would be heavy and clog my pores. For some reason though, it didn’t. It actually helped clean some of my acne and left my skin moisturized without being greasy. It worked great under Urban Decay “Pore Perfecting” Complexion Primer Potion and MAKE UP FOR EVER HD Microperfecting Primer.

VERDICT: I liked all three products and was impressed how well they worked together. Would I personally pay $200 to purchase all three products? Probably not. While they worked great and I would recommend them based on their performance, I didn’t seem dramatic enough results to justify the high cost – for myself. If you normally spend around $100 a month on skin care products, then I would definitely recommend giving these a try. However, if you have to skip paying your electric bill to buy these, don’t bother.

OVERALL RATING: B+

Learn more about these products on www.lancerdermatology.com

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Dr Pericone No Foundation Foundation Giveaway *CLOSED*

April 5, 2010 By

Congratulations to Heather G for winning the Perricone Giveaway!

Comment #63 chosen by random.org

Thank you to everyone who entered and to Perricone MD for providing the prize for this giveaway!

5122We’ve teamed up with Dr Pericone again to offer one lucky reader a bottle of his latest product, No Foundation Foundation!

No Foundation Foundation is the first advanced anti-aging translucent foundation. This is completely unlike any foundation you’ve ever tried before. Dr Perricone created this to keep skin looking dewy and flawless, offering a unique formula that delivers many benefits of a traditional foundation without the heavy matte finish, which emphasizes the tiniest skin imperfections. No Foundation Foundation is a multi-purpose product that provides natural translucent coverage, corrects skin undertones, instantly smooths out fine lines and boosts skin’s natural moisture throughout the day, all the while delivering antioxidant benefits.

  • Instantly reduces the appearance of wrinkles, lines and pores.
  • Provides non-chemical SPF 30 broad spectrum UV protection
  • Corrects skin undertones.
  • Quick-absorbing
  • Moisturizes
  • Antioxidant benefits

Learn more about Dr. Nicholas Perricone >>

Dr. Perricone recommends you apply No Foundation Foundation on top of other treatments and/or moisturizers. In gentle, circular motions, apply all over your face and reapply as often as necessary.

If you don’t like the feeling of heavy foundation or you don’t usually wear any foundation at all, then you’re going to love Perricone’s No Foundation Foundation.


Wanna Win?

Please read the following carefully before entering the contest!!!

Mandatory Entry:

1. Leave a comment and tell me why you need a product like this for your skin!!

Extra Optional Entries: (Leave 1 comment for each extra entry.)

(Note: You must leave 1 comment per entry. Extra entries will NOT be counted unless you leave a comment for each one. If you’re already subscribed to our RSS or following on Twitter, leave a comment and tell us. It still counts as an extra entry!)

Details

Contest runs from April 5th – 11th 2010. Last chance to enter is April 11th at 11:59pm ET. A winner will be contacted on or before April 18th and asked for full name, along with their mailing address. If no response is given within 48 hours, a different winner will be chosen, so please be sure to check your email. Must be 18 or older to enter. Contest open to USA and Canada.


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Perricone Cold Plasma Reviews & GIVEAWAY

March 15, 2010 By

Congratulations to Judy G for winning Cold Plasma!

Thank to everyone who entered this fabulous giveaway and a HUGE thanks to Perricone for giving our reader the opportunity to win one of your awesome products!


We’ve teamed up with Perricone again to offer one lucky reader a jar of the latest anti-aging product, Cold Plasma!!! I’m so excited we could give you another chance to win this incredible product because it’s one of my favorites!

cold plasma jar

Cold Plasma is a universal skin care product; suited for anyone, no matter how old your skin is, what your skin type is, or whether you’re male or female.

Cold Plasma works through a patented ionic (i.e. charged particles) suspension carrier system which allows for your skin to extract from Cold Plasma’s formula according to your individual, unique needs. This personalized system, called biochemical individuality, is a self-selection process charged by phospholipids, major cell membrane components. Phospholipids are fat derivatives which help lock in moisture, because phosopholipid bilayers have hydrophilic (attracted to water) heads facing outward and hydrophobic (mix poorly with water) tails facing inward toward each other. The phospholipids in this formula help direct needed nutrients where they can be effectively used through the cell membrane. This means, if any of the ingredients aren’t needed, they just won’t be utilized.

cold plasmaCold Plasma works through this system to deliver optimal nutrition to skin cells to help skin achieve a healthy, glowing, youthful appearance.

It does so by helping combat the 10 signs of aging, which include:

    1. Firmness
    2. Elasticity
    3. Clarity
    4. Radiance
    5. Smoothness
    6. Texture
    7. Redness
    8. Blotchiness
    9. Fine lines and wrinkles
    10. Dryness

Beyond the unique delivery system, the key sciences behind this product include:

  • Advanced neuropeptide technology to give anti-inflammatory effects, which assist in slowing the 10 aforementioned signs of aging.
  • DMAE to help stimulate nerve function, thus causing muscles under skin to tighten, providing a lifted and firm appearance to sagging skin.
  • L-tyrosine, an amino acid, brightens skin to help radiate a youthful glow.
  • DHA, an essential amino acid, to support the preservation and hydration of skin.

Read more Cold Plasma Reviews


TO ENTER:

Leave a comment on this post share why you want or need Cold Plasma.

Extra Optional Entries: (Leave 1 comment for each extra entry.)

    1 Entry: Follow @thehousewife on Twitter (include your Twitter name in comment!)

    1 Entry: (per day) Tweet about this contest. Leave 1 comment for each tweet with the link to tweet. Just copy and paste the following…

      GIVEAWAY! Enter to win the latest anti-aging product from @thehousewife http://bit.ly/NVPerricone Please RT!

    1 Entry: Become a fan of The Fashionable Housewife on Facebook
    10 Entries: Blog about this contest and link back to this post and http://coldplasma.perriconemd.com/

(Note: You must leave 1 comment per entry. Extra entries will not be counted unless you leave a comment for each one.)

Details

Contest runs from March 15 – 21. Last chance to enter is March 21 at 11:59pm ET. Entries received after this time, will not be counted!!

A winner will be contacted on or before March 30th and asked for full name, along with their mailing address. If no response is given within 48 hours, a different winner will be chosen, so please be sure to check your email. Must be 18 or older to enter. Contest open to USA and CANADA!

Prize will be provided and shipped directly by Perricone.


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Beauty Products for Valentine’s Day – All for under $7

February 8, 2010 By

Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and research shows that the #1 gift this year is actually the simplest gesture that speaks volumes. It’s a kiss, according to the new NIVEA “American Mood Monitor” conducted by one of the world’s leading consumer research companies, Iconoculture.

So what is American saying and what do they really want for Valentine’s Day? Here are the results from the research:

It’s an “Appreciation Economy”: Keep the pricey gifts at bay! It’s simplicity that speaks volumes actually. Consumers are keyed in on authentic everyday occurrences that demonstrate love, thoughtfulness and appreciation. Letting loved ones feel understood and cared for are impactful ways to keep romance alive and couples connected.

Making virtual connections: Consumers tweet, blog, talk and read on forums, so online openness and sharing of public information is on the uptick.

NIVEA’s XOXO Chain lets consumers share virtual hugs and kisses. The online program runs through Valentine’s Day and all are invited to share, and show, the love at NIVEAusa.com/xoxochain by uploading their own photos and videos to the site. Nothing mushy here — $1 from each XO will be donated to Big Brothers Big Sisters organization.

Make that kiss memorable: Simple, heartfelt gestures are the best way to offer the gift of love. In fact, the most desired gift this Valentine’s Day is a kiss. Luckily, NIVEA Lip Care offers a wide variety of products to perfect that pucker so you’re irresistibly kissable.

Enriched with natural Beeswax and Shea Butter, Nivea Lip Care A Kiss Of Moisture, Nivea Lip Care A Kiss Of Shimmer and Nivea Lip Care A Kiss Of Flavor range (cherry, passion fruit, pearly shimmer) will hydrate and offer long-lasting protection for soft, yummy kissable lips — Price: $2.99.

Enriched with natural Shea Butter and Vitamin E, NIVEA’s Glossy Lip Care range (Natural, Pink, Red) of squeezable tubes leaves smooth lips with a sheer, glossy shine and a hint of color – Price: $3.29

And NIVEA’s got you covered when it comes to hugs too. Two-thirds of participants in the NIVEA American Mood Monitor research self-identify as huggers, so warm, lingering embraces are just as vital when showing affection. NIVEA offers both a hydrating body wash and lotion for smooth, huggable skin.

Nivea Body Wash Touch of Sparkle Cream Oil with white calla scent and diamond powder leaves skin soft and shimmering (Price $6.49 for 16.9 OZ.).

Nivea Body Smooth Sensation (Price $4.99 for 8.4 oz, $6.99 for 13.5 oz.) Body Lotion is infused with Shea Butter and Vitamin E to hydrate dry skin. The fast absorbing lotion nourishes skin to keep it super soft and hug-ready!

NIVEA Body Tip: Apply after your shower while skin is still damp to lock in moisture. For more information on NIVEA, visit NIVEAusa.com.

Kiss and be kissed…touch and be touched.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

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Mama Mio OMega Body Oil for Intense Moisturization for Dry Winter Skin

February 4, 2010 By

I recently had the opportunity to try Mama Mio O-mega Body Oil. Now you know I’ve always been a HUGE fan of Mama Mio, so it really is no surprise that their latest product has me shouting it’s praises from the rooftops!

A gorgeously fragrant blend of sink-in-quick oils, OMega™ Body Oil is a magic mix of Argan, Safflower, Sweet Almond and Jojoba oils to smooth your body all over.

What women love about OMega Body Oil is the way it is so quick to apply, keeping your skin nourished, firm, elastic and glowing. 100% pure natural moisture for 100% fit skin. An un-oily oil – amazing! This is a totally addictive product that will become a year-round essential in your bathroom cabinet.

It’s hard to find a good body oil that sinks into skin, smells good, and doesn’t leave you feeling greasy. Mama Mio got this one right on all points. I couldn’t ask for any improvements on this product at all. I absolutely love it.

I prefer this body oil over lotion, especially right after a nice, hot shower. I think it works best when you apply it to shower damp skin as it really seems to lock in the moisture and it spreads more easily.

Most Mama Mio products are made specifically for pregnancy and postpartum recovery. This particular product isn’t made for pregnancy, but I’ve gotten the okay from them to keep using it while I’m pregnant. Yay!

You can purchase Mama Mio O-mega Body Oil on Amazon.com or Drugstore.com for $35.00 and it’s not a small container. It’s a hefty 6.8 fl oz that will take you a while to get through, even with daily use.

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