No3 Berry Face Oil Review

Can I use face oil if I have combination skin? Of course you can, simply avoid pore-clogging oils and use only the ones intended to moisturize your face.

L.A. Christine’s No3 Berry Face Oil is comprised of Lingonberry, raspberry and acai berry, yet smells of an herbally sweet concoction. High in Vitamin C (great for fading age spots), Vitamin B, and other vitamins that pack an anti-inflammatory and antioxidant punch, No3 Berry Face Oil absorbs quickly leaving no greasy residue behind. It is a multi-use oil, that is not only good for use on your face, but on your body (especially dry spots) and even as a hair conditioner. (I only used it on my face, so I can’t speak to how it works for either of those uses.) Read more

Posted on May 20, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in anti-aging, beauty, skin care Leave a comment

5th Annual Mom: Get Glamorous Contest

Are you ready for our 5th annual Mom: Get Glamorous contest? This year I am partnering with Lianne of The Makeup Girl, Brittany from Clumps of Mascara, Christine from 15 Minute Beauty Fanatic and Bryce from The Luxury Spot to find the most deserving mom to award the grand prize.

A Girl’s Gotta Spa! and the above listed beauty bloggers are seeking nominations for moms across the U.S. who have overcome adversity, boldly negotiated impossible odds, triumphed over tragedy, went above and beyond or is a pillar of her community. Simply put: a woman of fortitude and strength, someone deserving of the recognition and undeniably in need of some pampering. Is this you? Do you know someone who fits the description? Then you have until May 24, 2013 to submit a nomination via our A Girl’s Gotta Spa! fan page and put her on our radar for an amazing prize package!

One very lucky mom will win $642-worth of beauty products: Read more

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in beauty, giveaway 4 Comments

Avene Cleansing Foam and Mattifying Fluid Reviews

I have combination skin. It’s more combination in the winter months, but Spring, Summer and Fall, it is full blown oily. I’ve never really been able to get a handle on it, but I am always up for trying products that are meant to mattify my shiny skin. Read more

Posted on April 30, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in acne, anti-aging, beauty, skin care Leave a comment

HARNN Asian Inspired Home Spa Products Review

From the packaging to the botanical fragrance, HARNN’s Asian inspired home spa products deliver an experience you’ll remember. HARNN is best known for focusing on the balance of body, mind, and environment through the use of natural botanical extracts with inspirations from traditional herbal medicine. HARNN boasts a handful of incredible collections and just welcomed a new member to the HARNN family … the Oriental Rose Collection. The Oriental Rose Collection is an antioxidant rich collection that really compliments the existing lines. I couldn’t wait to open the beautiful packaging when it first arrived.

The Oriental Rose Skin Purifying Body Scrub is a rich body scrub with all natural extracts from Certified Organic Rose Water, Apricot Seed, Shea Butter and Coenzyme Q10 to help replenish moisture, improve skin condition, and promote natural smoothness. I followed that up with the Oriental Rose Body Balm- a specially formulated body balm that truly absorbs almost instantly. The body balm also contains one of my favorite skin care musts, Certified Organic Rose Water! The Oriental Rose Collection is rejuvenating for both your body and your mind. The scent really did clear my over-worked, usually stressed out mind. Talk about aromatherapy! I was starting to see why HARNN prides itself on focusing on the balance of mind and body.

The neurotic moisturizer I am, I carried around HARNN’s Jasmine and Pomegranate hand cream until it was all gone. The first time I used it I kind of felt like I was in a dramatic television commercial because I literally closed my eyes and took it all in. I’m pretty sure, even though I was alone, I was smiling. Read more

Posted on April 8, 2013 by AmandaOnAir in bath and body, beauty, skin care Leave a comment

Melvita Fresh Eye Contour Gel Review

One of the newest additions to the Melvita Nectar de Roses Collection is Fresh Eye Contour Gel ($35). This fresh, light, fragrance-free gel helps diminish puffiness and dark circles around the eyes. It combines all the freshness and moisturizing benefits of mountain roses with the draining and decongesting properties of cornflower water to reduce puffiness. Red seaweed extract, rich in polysaccharides and vitamins A and B12, invigorates and improves blood flow, to boost microcirculation and reduce the blue undertones of dark circles.

Dark circles are not a problem for me, but puffiness certainly is. I’ve tried a lot of products but with this gel I immediately felt my under eye tighten. In the past if I felt a tightening, I also experienced flaking when the product dried–this is NOT true of the Fresh Eye Contour Gel at all. It is very lightweight, soothing and adds a fresh feeling to the eyes. It does not interfere with concealer or foundation. Read more

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Cindy in anti-aging, beauty, skin care Leave a comment

Talika Skin Retouch Review

Talika products are often problem solvers and I love them for that. Talika Skin Retouch is one such product. Combining technology with skincare, Skin Retouch is actually derived from photo retouching techniques, just like using Photoshop on your photos to make your face looks flawless.

From the website:

Over time, the face loses its smoothness. The skin does not reflect light evenly anymore. The skin starts to look dull, tired, and greyish. SkinRetouch Face® acts as an instant corrector of time by playing smartly with light. The skin looks immediately younger. Claims: Blurs fine lines and wrinkles, Unifies and mattifies complexion, and Tightens pores.

Good news, this is one of the best primers I’ve tried, especially for oily skin—which I don’t have but it still worked for me, another plus. It does fill in fine lines and pores, keep foundation fresh and diffuses light. I try a LOT of skin care and have been using a pretty rich moisturizer causing some shine breakthrough in my T-zone. Talika Skin Retouch keeps the oilies at bay. Give it a few minutes to fully “set” before applying makeup. Read more

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Cindy in anti-aging, beauty, skin care Leave a comment

Votre Vu re.FIND French Organic Complexion Polish Review

When prepping your skin for warmer spring days, you must exfoliate to get down to the glow! Elevate your skin care routine with Votre Vu’s re.FIND French Organic Complexion Polish. The Votre Vu brand is synonymous with great quality French skin care and now we can add organic ingredients to mix!

This scrub has a 92% French organic mix of apricot seed granules, hydrating shea butter and stabilizing kaolin clay paired with soothing alpha bisabolol and protein-rich algae extracts. This recipe for radiance stimulates circulation while fighting fine lines — resulting in a youthful afterglow, even skin tone and tightened pores. Read more

Posted on March 25, 2013 by Cindy in anti-aging, beauty, skin care 2 Comments

Dr. Lewinn by Kinerase Instant Perfecting BB Cream Review

Have you jumped on board the BB Cream trend yet? I’ve been trying all of the latest BB’s to hit shelves and I’d love to introduce you to Dr. Lewinn by Kinerase Instant Perfecting BB Cream SPF 15.

As a melanoma survivor, I’m obsessed with products that are at least SPF 15 and making sure my skin is always protected from the sun, and that includes my face, even under makeup. This BB Cream is more like an all-in-one balm that not only delivers on the promise of hydrating and protecting your skin, but also leaves a really nice tint finish, evens complexion, and makes spots less visible.

I don’t know about you, but I like to give my face a break from makeup on the weekends. While on a daily basis my beauty routine begins with BB Cream, followed by some mineral powder foundation, on the weekends I like to let me skin breathe. At the same time, I don’t want to look like an extra on The Walking Dead while running errands. Dr. Lewinn by Kinerase Instant Perfecting BB Cream was the perfect “little something” to throw on before running to the grocery store to even out my skin, get a little tint, and protect my skin from the sun. Read more

Posted on March 20, 2013 by AmandaOnAir in anti-aging, beauty, skin care Leave a comment

Best Ways to Spa at Home

I’d be lying if I said I could afford to go to the spa every few weeks. I simply can’t. Not with 4 boys who keep me super busy and a budget that doesn’t account for splurging. But I absolutely feel that spa time is super important if not only for your skin, but your mental and emotional well-being as well.

If you are anything like me and your finances and time don’t always agree with a trip to the spa, here are some simple ways to pamper yourself at home:

Nest candles

Light your favorite candles. There is nothing I love more than a house that smells so deliciously fragrant. Don’t use the ones that you light frequently, instead use candles that you set aside just for your spa time. My favorite candles are from NEST Fragrances. They are so unique (like Wasabi Pear and Moss & Mint) and smell luxurious. Turn off the lights and set them around your bathroom to make it even more relaxing. Read more

Posted on March 18, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in bath and body, beauty, Hair Care, skin care, Spa 9 Comments

Pevonia Spa Clinica Review

I fell in love with Pevonia’s skin care line last year when I began using their Ligne Soleil SPf 30 Hydrating Sunscreen. It was hydrating and made my skin feel velvety smooth, unlike any other sunscreen I have ever used. They recently just launched their new Spa Clinica line of products, which offers a simple 4-step regimen to help target your skin care issues. I don’t know about you, but I’m often overwhelmed by all of these skin care lines with a multitude of products in each line. How do I know which ones I really need? Read more

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Shannon Nelson in acne, anti-aging, beauty, skin care, Spa 1 Comment

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