As soon as September comes around, I break out my collection of lipsticks. They seem too high-maintenance in August, but they make so much sense in the fall.. But I'm still not ready to wear dark colors, yet. So when I came across this new lipstick from Cargo in Punta Cana -- a bright fuchsia -- I was sold. It's seriously moisturizing like a balm (its made with olive oil, jojoba, and shea butter) but the color lasts like a lipstick.
With the zillions of skin care oils out there, I've become hyper-critical of new launches. Another blend in a cute apothecary-like bottle isn't going to impress me unless there's actual science backing it up.
The clinical test results for the new Algenist Advanced Anti-Aging Repair Oil passsed the b.s. test. Out of 100 women, 99 had fewer wrinkles after just 10 days. And 24 hours after applying it, skin is five times more hydrated than untreated skin -- that's staying power. Why is it so good, you wonder? This patent-pending formula is made with microalgae oil, which is rich in oleic acid. And oleic acid is naturally found in our skin. That means our skin absorbs this oil incredibly well. And that's exactly what you want in a skin care oil.
The clinical test results for the new Algenist Advanced Anti-Aging Repair Oil passsed the b.s. test. Out of 100 women, 99 had fewer wrinkles after just 10 days. And 24 hours after applying it, skin is five times more hydrated than untreated skin -- that's staying power. Why is it so good, you wonder? This patent-pending formula is made with microalgae oil, which is rich in oleic acid. And oleic acid is naturally found in our skin. That means our skin absorbs this oil incredibly well. And that's exactly what you want in a skin care oil.
I'm cursed with sensitive eyes. Chopping an onion leaves me red and teary for hours. Taking off my eye makeup is a horror story -- most makeup removers feel like battery acid. I couldn't believe how gentle this new eye makeup remover from The Body Shop was. No stinging. No redness. And my makeup was gone in a couple swipes. And if you need a warm, fuzzy feeling to go with a great makeup remover, try this: the chamomile oil is sourced from a family-run co-op in Norfolk, England.
Did I mention I love a good skin care study? Boots just completed a 6-year, 1000-woman trial, and through this research, they developed a skin-brightening complex with kiwi and vitamin C, as well as an antioxidant blend with mulberry and ginseng. Then, they created the Illuminate Day and Night Serums, which work on everything from dark spots and wrinkles to texture. After studying the serum, they noted a significant difference in the skin just four weeks. These products are geared for women 45-plus, and I'm more than a decade shy of that age, but I still plan to slather it on.
September might just be the best month of the year. Sure, we all mourn the end of summer, but then there's New York Fashion Week, back-to-school, and cooler weather -- the energy is infectious. I start my boots-and-sweaters Pinterest board, plan an apple-picking excursion, and toss out my grimy old bronzers, sunscreens, and grapefruit-scented body washes.
You've heard it before: you need to update your beauty routine as the seasons change. But September can be tricky -- it's still too, well, summery for heavy moisturizers and pine-scented candles. The key is to transition gradually. Swap out your skin care and hair products (because you'll need to undo the damage you did over the last three months), and clean out your makeup bag to make room for the new fall palettes.
September is a major shopping month, so consider this your game plan for getting the best new beauty products launching this month.
You've heard it before: you need to update your beauty routine as the seasons change. But September can be tricky -- it's still too, well, summery for heavy moisturizers and pine-scented candles. The key is to transition gradually. Swap out your skin care and hair products (because you'll need to undo the damage you did over the last three months), and clean out your makeup bag to make room for the new fall palettes.
September is a major shopping month, so consider this your game plan for getting the best new beauty products launching this month.