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St. Tropez - Gradual Tan Plus Firming 4 In 1 Tan, Tone, Firm & Moisturise $40

What it is:
A moisturizing, firming, and toning self-tanner that reveals a beach-perfect body all year round.

What it does:
Gradual Tan Plus Firming 4 in 1 cleverly combines antiaging skin care benefits with a healthy touch of bronze to help moisturize, firm, tone, and provide naturally looking tanned skin. Made exclusively for St. Tropez, Chronodyn™ activates the cells and improves the tone and firmness of even problem areas. The easily absorbed lotion provides 24-hour moisture and a protective anti-oxidant barrier to reinforce skin’s natural defenses.
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What it is:
A moisturizing, firming, and toning self-tanner that reveals a beach-perfect body all year round.

What it does:
Gradual Tan Plus Firming 4 in 1 cleverly combines antiaging skin care benefits with a healthy touch of bronze to help moisturize, firm, tone, and provide naturally looking tanned skin. Made exclusively for St. Tropez, Chronodyn™ activates the cells and improves the tone and firmness of even problem areas. The easily absorbed lotion provides 24-hour moisture and a protective anti-oxidant barrier to reinforce skin’s natural defenses.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Fragrances
- Synthetic Dyes
- Petrochemicals
- Phthalates
- GMOs
- Triclosan

What else you need to know:
This formula contains Aromaguard™ fragrance technology that helps to virtually eliminate the tell tale self-tan aroma by up to 70 percent. This product is suitable for all skintones.

Suggested Usage:
-Apply daily to clean, dry skin in firm circular motions.
-Pay particular attention to hips, thighs and buttocks, ensuring all areas are covered.
-Wait until touch dry before getting dressed.
-It can be used alone or applied over any St. Tropez self-tan products to help your tan last longer.
-This product can be used alone for a subtle golden boost or on top of any existing St. Tropez Tan to help your tan last longer.
-Exfoliate regularly.
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Source: Sephora.com

Carrot juice is a amazing for skin. By drinking the juice and applying it topically it fights acne breakouts and fades scarring.

Take a bath after you’ve finished your makeup.  Don’t dunk your head in the water but the steam will help your makeup set into your skin so you look less made up.  This will also give you a natural glow. - Makeup Artist Mai Quynh - Mark Cosmetics

Peel & mash up a ripe kiwi then rub contents all over your face to help exfoliate and even out skin tone. Wash off with cool water.

My skin has been very sensitive as of late and my normal products have been making my skin break out.  Over the past couple of weeks I have been trying out different kinds of powders, foundations, and bronzers to see what will work best with my skin.  Yesterday, I went out and bought Almay’s new BlemisHeal Technology foundation and pressed powder.

I used it this morning and I must say so far so good.  I like how it looks on my skin and it is very light.  It really doesn’t feel like I have any makeup on.  Hopefully it will last all day and won’t break out my skin.

Does anyone else use this foundation or pressed powder?

Keep an eye on your sunscreen and the expiration date.  They usually last about 2 years but you want to be sure or you’ll be sorry.

Product Shout Out
Boscia Luminizing Black Mask - $34
What it is:A groundbreaking, mineral-rich mask that peels off to deliver powerful detoxifying, purifying, and brightening effects.What it is formulated to do:This jet-black, mineral-rich mask creates a unique peel-off effect that delivers powerful detoxifying, purifying, and brightening results. Made with a premier-quality clay, its deep-cleansing properties draw out dirt and oil. Other natural ingredients go to work exfoliating skin and refining pores. Powerful antioxidants shrink pores, firm skin, and reduce inflammation. Once dried, the mask strips away dead skin, impurities and excess oil to reveal immediate and visible results.What it is formulated WITHOUT:- Parabens- Sulfates- Synthetic Fragrances- Synthetic Dyes- Petrochemicals- Phthalates- GMOs- TriclosanWhat else you need to know:Apply an even layer to clean, dry skin. Avoid eyebrows, hairline and lips. Avoid eye area by applying below orbital bone. Leave on 15-20 minutes or until completely dry. Gently peel off mask from outer edges. Rinse off any residue with warm water. Follow with moisturizer. Use once or twice a week.
Suggested Usage:-Apply an even layer to clean, dry skin.-Avoid eye area by applying below orbital bone.-Avoid eye area, eye brows, hair line, and lips.-Leave on 15-20 minutes or until completely dry.-Gently peel off mask from outer edges.-Rinse off any residue with warm water.-Follow with tonic and moisturizer.-Use once or twice per week.Precautions:-For external use only.-Avoid contact with eyes.-If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.-Do not use on skin that is irritated, broken, or sunburned.-If irritation develops, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician.-Avoid contact with clothing.-If contact occurs, rinse immediately with warm water.SENSITIVY TEST FOR NEW USERS:Apply a small amount of product to a small area of clean, dry skin. Wait until product dries completely. Gently peel off mask from outer edges. Rinse off any residue with warm water. If no sensitivity occurs, follow regular usage instructions. If any irritation or sensitivity develops, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician.
Source: Sephora - Boscia

Product Shout Out

Boscia Luminizing Black Mask - $34

What it is:
A groundbreaking, mineral-rich mask that peels off to deliver powerful detoxifying, purifying, and brightening effects.

What it is formulated to do:
This jet-black, mineral-rich mask creates a unique peel-off effect that delivers powerful detoxifying, purifying, and brightening results. Made with a premier-quality clay, its deep-cleansing properties draw out dirt and oil. Other natural ingredients go to work exfoliating skin and refining pores. Powerful antioxidants shrink pores, firm skin, and reduce inflammation. Once dried, the mask strips away dead skin, impurities and excess oil to reveal immediate and visible results.

What it is formulated WITHOUT:
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Synthetic Fragrances
- Synthetic Dyes
- Petrochemicals
- Phthalates
- GMOs
- Triclosan

What else you need to know:
Apply an even layer to clean, dry skin. Avoid eyebrows, hairline and lips. Avoid eye area by applying below orbital bone. Leave on 15-20 minutes or until completely dry. Gently peel off mask from outer edges. Rinse off any residue with warm water. Follow with moisturizer. Use once or twice a week.

Suggested Usage:
-Apply an even layer to clean, dry skin.
-Avoid eye area by applying below orbital bone.
-Avoid eye area, eye brows, hair line, and lips.
-Leave on 15-20 minutes or until completely dry.
-Gently peel off mask from outer edges.
-Rinse off any residue with warm water.
-Follow with tonic and moisturizer.
-Use once or twice per week.

Precautions:
-For external use only.
-Avoid contact with eyes.
-If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.
-Do not use on skin that is irritated, broken, or sunburned.
-If irritation develops, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician.
-Avoid contact with clothing.
-If contact occurs, rinse immediately with warm water.

SENSITIVY TEST FOR NEW USERS:
Apply a small amount of product to a small area of clean, dry skin. Wait until product dries completely. Gently peel off mask from outer edges. Rinse off any residue with warm water. If no sensitivity occurs, follow regular usage instructions. If any irritation or sensitivity develops, discontinue use immediately and consult a physician.

Source: Sephora - Boscia