Congrats to the Winners of Advanced Seal Whitestrips.

The contest for the Crest Advanced Seal Whitestrips has come to a close, darlin's. I had almost 700 entries for this giveaway. That tells me that so many of you are interested in getting your teeth whiter and brighter - in an easy to use, super quick way. And that is just what these strips will do for you.

Congratulations to the winners who were just notified by e-mail:

Chrissy B. from FL

Melissa N. From OH

Patricia A. From AZ

Nicole S. from CA

Jane D. from MI

I know you will love them as much as I do.

Exuviance Rejuvenating Treatment Masque.

Remember how I told you over the weekend that I needed a little refresher in the makeup department for Spring? Well, it all starts with a brighter face first.

To help get my skin brighter (and tighter), I have been depending on this great pick me up from Exuviance. It is their Rejuvenating Treatment Masque.

First, in case you have not heard of the brand Exuviance, let me take a quick minute to explain more about the company.

Exuviance is just one of the lines that comes out of the NeoStrata company. NeoStrata is a pioneer in developing the use of AHAs (Alpha Hydroxy Acids) in the use of skin care. NeoStrata continues to advance the field with scientific innovations such as polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) and lactobionic acids. With PHAs and bionics, NeoStrata has reinvented skin care with all-natural compounds that are just as effective as AHAs, but do not cause irritation, even in those with sensitive skin. They continually further their research to include many different brands with effective products.

The Exuviance line of products is formulated with alpha hydroxyacids (AHAs), polyhydroxy acids (PHAs) and polyhydroxy bionic acids. Products in this line are expertly formulated to visibly smooth and soften skin, diminish the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, increase skin hydration and suppleness, and brighten and balance skin tone.

I have used a few of the Exuviance products in the past and knew that this Replensinishing Treatment Masque could have not come at a better time.

This is a green, gooey-like gelled mask that I spread over my face and neck once a week. It feels instantly cool and almost relieving like. (I cannot wait to use this in the heat, just for the cooling effect alone.) I let the mask dry for about 30 minutes before peeling then rinsing off. The direction do say that it should be left on to dry for 15 - 20 minutes, but I have found it to be completely dry around the 30 minute mark, like I suggested.

The mask peels off pretty easily, just be careful you didn't get any too close to your hairline or you could inadvertently pull out a few hairs when removing - and let me just say "ouch". (I am obviously not that careful.) Skin is left feeling fresh, more toned and tight. It looks more alive.

According to Exuviance, my skin will reap many rewards when using the Rejuvenating Treatment Masque:

  • Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid, and Gluconolactone (a PHA) help reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles
  • Stimulates cell renewal
  • Vitamins A and E and a Pro Vitamin B Complex provide superior moisturization
  • Antioxidant Pro Vitamin C helps to defend the skin against free radicals

The full size tube sells for $26.00 and can be found online at the main NeoStrata website as well as select retailers and physicians offices. I am also happy to tell you that this Rejuvenating Treatment Masque in it's full size is also part of this quarters edition of Beautyfix, so that is another option if you have been thinking about subscribing to that (which you know I strongly encourage).

Say Hello to Flawless Skin.

Hello Flawless! is the brand new custom powder cover-up with SPF 15 from Benefit Cosmetics.

This powder in a box (which Benefit always does best) is great for the entire face or just spot coverage. Now, girls of my age really need to start pulling away from the powder foundations, which is hard to do. But I am doing it slowly but surely, so I must admit that I did not try Hello Flawless! on me. But my teenaged daughter has been using it and is in love with this powder.

Caci says that the texture of this powder is amazing. She loves how she can easily customize the degree of coverage by either using the sponge or brush provided. I watch her use the brush to apply most often, which simply evens out her skin tone and makes it look flawless. Not heavily made up a all. She is getting good at patting around her nose and under her eyes with the sponge too, for when she needs a bit more coverage.

Hello Flawless sports an built in SPF of 15, whish is absolutely essential, and this beauty powder is available in 6 easy to match shades. You won't find Hello Flawless at the Benefit counter until sometime in April, but it is available right now online at Benefit Cosmetics.