Via BeautySweetSpot:
Yes, you read it right. Sperm is good for your skin, well spermine that is. I was sitting at the Townhouse Spa with President, Jamie Ahn and almost spit out my tea when she told me about this new facial the spa was offering cleverly called the "Babyface Facial."

I came to find that spermine is a natural antioxidant that protects against free radicals and is found in places like the liver, and of course, in seminal fluid. Back in 2001, a bio-tech company called Bioforskning in Norway obtained the patent on spermine after it's benefits on the skin were discovered by Norwegian scientists at the University of Tromso. (I wonder how this discovery came about... hmmm...)

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Via Glossy Pink:

Looking for a skin-friendly body wash? Check out AHAVA Mineral Botanic Micro-Peeling Cream Wash. It’s free of Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES) (harsh detergents that can irritate skin), and it feels like a treat to use.

Delicately scented with Water Lily and Guarana, this creamy body wash is ideal even for sensitive skin, and contains Dead Sea minerals, sunflower oil and olive and apricot seed powder to gently polish the skin and moisturize.

While I wouldn’t really deem this an exfoliating body wash because it’s so mild, it is nevertheless a great product. The lather and gentle scent are great, and I love that it’s SLS/SLES and paraben-free. The complete AHAVA Mineral Botanic line has 7 different cream wash formulas, and I plan to try more.

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Via Glossy Pink:

With Memorial Day weekend upon us, it’s time to pay special attention to sunscreen. Shiseido Extra Smooth Sun Protection Cream blocks harmful UVA/UVB rays and nourishes skin at the same time.

Formulated with the retexturizing ingredient Xylitol to smooth roughness and Thiotaurine, an antioxidant that neutralizes free radicals, skin feels and looks better after using this product.

And the performance factor is awesome. It leaves skin feeling supple and smooth, doesn’t clog pores or irritate the eye area. With absolutely zero sunscreen smell, this sunscreen absorbs into skin, leaving no white residue behind or greasy feel. It’s hydrating enough that it doubles as a moisturizer. Plus, it’s highly water resistant, PABA-free and endorsed by the Skin Cancer Foundation.

When selecting a sunscreen, SPF 15 is the minimum protection you should look for, but I always aim for at least 30. This baby has SPF 36 and works great.

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Last year I was introduced to the Soft & Beautiful SKIN MoistureSoft line. While I've fallen in love with all of the products, the Soft & Beautiful SKIN MoistureSoft Exfoliating Body Polish has a special place in my skin regimen. This body polish, although formulated with sugar crystals, isn't sticky and has sunflower oil to help soften and soothe skin. I keep this in my shower caddy so that I'll be reminded that sexy skin is just a scrub away!

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1.Check your diet
I'm sure you've heard it before: good skin starts from the inside out. So infuse your diet with antioxidants which have been proven to aid your skin in keeping its youthful glow. try:

Beta-carotene (e.g. carrots) may neutralize free radicals which effect your skin on a cellular level. Anthocyanidins (e.g. berries) increase your cellular defense system. Flavanones (e.g. citrus) and flavonols (e.g. apples, onions) may increase cellular defense as well as neutralize free radicals. Sulforaphane (e.g. broccoli, cauliflower) may increase your cellular defense system.
Vitamin A (found in dairy, fish, and liver) and Vitamin C (e.g. citrus fruits) both help to protect cells from free radicals. Vitamin E (e.g. nuts, oils, seeds) can also protect cells from free radicals. Selenium (e.g. meats, tuna) may be preventive in damage to your cells from free radicals.

2. Remove all your makeup.
This one is helpful both for the acne-prone and the aging-conscious. Throughout the day your face gets dirty. Products you use clog your pores causing excessive oil buildup which will prevent skin cells from regenerating.
3. Drink water.

4. Wear sunscreen.
Its pretty self-explanatory. Sun is a well documented danger to skin both aesthetically and healthily.

5.Touch your face as little as possible.
When you’re washing your face, are you scrubbing vigorously? Harsh, hard, or vigorous movements and touches can stretch and pull at the skin in an adverse way. For instance, you should pat your face dry, rather than rubbing a cloth up and down. This includes applying your makeup with brushes instead of your fingers. When applying makeup we often don't realize our own strength and apply too much pressure with our hands. Brushes allow for a smooth, even finish delivered with a light touch.

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Kanebo's skincare line for sensitive skin, Freeplus, will release two new items for fall 2008.

Though, I've never used the products, myself. I've heard nothing, but fabulous things about the Japanese skincare retailer.

The new toner, Maintenance Lotion, and the new moisturizer, Maintenance Emulsion, will be added to the range. Apart from the six oriental herbal extracts featured in Freeplus' lineup (please see my brand profile on Freeplus to find out more), Jezo Spruce and Chinese Peony extracts will be included in the two new products. They are said to be able to improve skin's elasticity.

The two products will be available in Japan from October 16th.

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If you're looking for a cure for your dark circles, look no further than Stila Perfecting Concealer. It's wonderfully pigmented and sure to cover even the most severe of blemishes.

This fuller coverage concealer produces a delicate, semi-matte finish that's ideal for hiding under eye circles, scars, redness, and other imperfections. Select a shade that blends with and complements your skin tone.

$22 from Stila Cosmetics

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