Brooke Moinet

I have stumbled upon a true treasure, SPONGE skin care.  This is an organic skincare line that is absolutely delicious on your skin.  SPONGE is formulated in Greece using ingredients so fine, even the timing of the harvest is pin point to deliver superior anti-aging care.

The second the product touched my skin, it felt luxurious and I fell in love with SPONGE. Its only been one week of using the line and I can visibly see a difference in the texture of my skin . In the evening I apply the velvety product called Ladi Avokanto, and  without fail my skin glows when I look in the mirror the next morning, thanks to this anti-aging serum. Day cream, night cream, aromatherapy mist, anti-aging serum, it’s all a heavenly combination of products I recommend everyone to try.

What I am craving right now is a serious exfoliation of my face. Now, I am a huge advocate for daily exfoliation with scrubs, and or acids but, every now and then I need to make an appointment and get a Microdermabrasion or Chemical Peel. 

Although, the kits available today for at home microdermabrasion are wonderful, they don’t quite get as deep as a MDA at a clinical spa. Microdermabrasion machines combine suction with mechanical exfoliation. This stimulates blood circulation and removes the top layers of dead skin, enabling your skin cells to renew themselves.

Chemical peels come in many different strengths, and types, and should be discussed with your esthetician as to which is best suited for your skin type. In most cases chemical peels go a bit deeper than microdermabrasion, in cell exfoliation. Also, depending on the strength of the peel you can create a combination package of MDA’s and Chemical peels, rotating as close to a week apart, to achieve more noticeable results. 

What is even better about going in and leaving with smooth, clear skin, is that these treatments cost the same or less than traditional facials. And there is no guessing as to whether or not the facial you just received actually did anything, it’s guaranteed.  So, check it out next time your skin is feeling drab and needs a pick me up.

To tweeze or to wax? That is the question…. Well, when it comes to your face if at all possible I would advise tweezing.  This is because it’s less stress on the skin. Waxing actually removes a layer of skin (and if you’re unlucky, more than one layer of skin. Ouch!) with the hair. This causes excess irritation, pulls on the skin,  and exposes you to a greater risk for hyperpigmentation. So, if you wax any part of your face, stay away from the sun! Believe me when I tell you I have treated several cases of hyperpig on the upper lip, do to girlies that get a wax and sun their faces soon after. A brown patch above the lip on a woman is not a good look.

Although it takes a bit more time I would go for a good tweeze, or threading, and even a good a laser treatment above the lip. Also, tweezing and treading has a much lower chance for error, because wax has a tendency to spread.

*Threading is another form of hair removal that uses a special technique with “thread”. It’s like tweezing, where it doesn’t harm the skins surface.

Happy New Year!

 Ahh, fresh beginnings for everyone. No matter how much you neglected your hair, nails, skin, wardrobe (you get the idea) in ‘08, tis a new year and a new opportunity to take care of numero uno.

While you’re dreading every tasteless meal for the next few weeks and prepping for those grueling workout resolutions, treat yourself to a fresh new hair color, or a fresh pedicure. Even better, promise yourself this year to take better care of you. Simply wear SPF daily, and or take your locks in for a quarterly treatment. Add an antioxidant to your daily skin regimen, invest in a weekly at home masque for your tresses.

What are your New Year Beauty Resolutions?

Whether you’re in freezing cold temperatures or tropical weather your skin is parched, and needs some hydration. I have always been a fan of BLISS products, and Blood Orange+ White Pepper Body Butter is no exception.

Bliss Body Butter new flavor is just as juicy as it sounds. Not only does it smell delicious but your skin feels quenched after you apply it, without a greasy residue. Blood Orange + White Pepper also come in a sugar scrub and shower gel, to help you prep your skin for the ultimate in body butter bliss.

Other Body Butter scents come in Lemon+ Sage, Vanilla Bergamot, Naked, and of course a holiday scent perfect for gifting.

Many studies show that pumpkins are the “perfect food.” Not only can you replace oil in baking with pumpkin puree for a healthier treat, but pumpkin seeds contain vitamins and minerals perfect for skin and hair health. Carve away!