Results tagged “Dermalogica” from Style Flavors

Moisturizers work essentially to replenish lost moisture from the cleansing and exfoliation process while repairing the damage done in the past by sun exposure, external aggressions, free radicals and stress while you work and sleep.

In the day, they should offer UV protection and essential antioxidant and vitamins to reverse the signs of aging, acne and lack of sleep. At night, they should hydrate optimally while fostering the growth of new skin cells and aiding in the recovery process happening while you sleep. 


Day Moisturizer:

SPF protection is crucial everyday, no matter the weather. The rays of the sun can be reflected through the windows in your office and your car so protecting your skin from harmful UV rays is important even if you're indoors. With daily use of a sunscreen, you can prevent wrinkles, age spots and premature skin aging. 

Some would say that using a separate sun block on top of your daily moisturizer provides the widest spectrum of protection. I don't disagree with that. However, I find slapping another layer of sunblock just makes my oily skin greasier. So I like using a day moisturizer with SPF - that just means one less product to deal with.

 

Speaking of oily skin from slapping on too many products, I like Dermalogica Solar Defense Oil Free Matte Block SPF20 50ml/1.7oz US$56.50 from Strawberrynet.com. This mattifying moisturizer keeps oil at bay with its Microsponge technology - my skin looked matte for a few hours longer than it normally would while Green Tea extracts helps to soothe skin cause by acne breakouts.

I like Lancome's Bienfait Multi-Vital Glow SPF15 (1.7oz/50ml) (US$46). This oil-free moisturizer is packed with multi-vitamins, minerals and fatty acids to hydrate and protect your skin while 2.5% DHA leaves skin with a hint of color. I use this on days where I feel I could use some glow on my complexion and getting a few compliments on my complexion now and then doesn't hurt either.

I like Clinique Superdefense Age Defense Moisturizer SPF 25 ( Combination Oily to Oily ) 50ml/1.7oz for US$53.50 at Strawberrynet.com. and this Clinique Superdefense Age Defense Moisturizer SPF 25 ( Dry Combination ) 50ml/1.7oz for US$39.50 at Strawberrynet.com. and this Clinique Superdefense Age Defense Moisturizer SPF 25 ( Very Dry To Dry ) 50ml/1.7oz for US$53.50 at Strawberrynet.com.  This award-winning moisturizer works to deal with with the signs of both environmental and emotional effects on skin. With antioxidants and protective sun screen formula, this moisturizers helps combat the signs of aging - fine lines, wrinkles, dullness while building up skin's natural moisture barrier. I use this on days when my skin gets dried up by the sun and acne products and it helps replenish moisture while undoing the signs of stress.

I also like Patricia Wexler's Skin Brightening Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 (1.7oz/50ml) (US$39.50). This moisturizer not only brighten my skin but also treats signs of aging while protecting against future damage in the day. I like the texture and the feel on my skin and also how goes to make my complexion look more refined.
 

Night Moisturizers:

Sleep is the period where your body and cells undergo repair. This applies to your skin too. Hence quality sleep results in better skin. But we all know that having a good night's sleep every night of your life is just not possible. Thus, the importance of night moisturizers. They pack a potent dose of antioxidants, moisture retaining ingredients and they all work to help reverse the signs of aging and promote the growth of healthier skin cells.

Point to remember: Always go to bed with a clean face.

I like Dr. Andrew Weil for Origins Plantidote Mega-Mushroom Face Lotion (1.7oz/50ml) (US$61). This soothing moisturizer is chock-full of botanical goodness harvested from mushrooms. The scent is an acquired taste but the benefits far exceed the possibility of having to get used to the natural, woody scent. After regular use, my skin looks fuller, smoother, healthier and younger. Dried out skin became moist and supple again - my sun-raped skin was rescued by this moisturizer on two different occasions and I will always have this in my bathroom.   

I like Patricia Wexler's Intensive Night Reversal & Repair Cream (1.7oz/50ml) (US$42.50). This orange cream goes on to instantly hydrate and with regular use, my skin because brighter, healthier and smoother. Vitamin C works to combact free-radical damage and even skin tone while patented peptides repair past damage and encourage the growth of new cells while you sleep.

I like Shiseido Bio Performance Super Restoring Cream 50ml/1.7oz US$100 from Strawberrynet.com. This super-rich cream works to intensively hydrate and fight against the scars of aging - wrinkles, fine lines, dullness. My skin looked younger, firmer and completely compensated after 2 weeks of usage. This is a great pick-me up for when your skin needs an intensive boost.

I also like Clinique Total Turnaround Cream - Very Dry to Dry Combination 50ml/1.7oz US$53.50 from Strawberrynet.com. This grainy cream works to encourage micro-circulation and exfoliation which leads to the growth of new, fresh skin cells. All while soothing fine lines, softening skin and promoting an even complexion. I take this on beach vacations and it helps prolong the glow from being out in the sun while giving me a radiant complexion that garners compliments.

Keep checking back for the next installment of Style Flavors' Skin Care Guide where I'll be zooming in on targeted skin treatments. 

 

I discovered this wonderful product when I was dealing with the aftermath of my petroleum jelly allergic reaction. My lips were cracked, flaky, red, inflamed and dehydrated. Needless to say, it was very uncomfortable. My mom was recommended this lip balm a while ago and she told me about it and I decided to pick it up at the store.

In less than a minute after application, the tightness in my lips were gone and I felt this cool relief and with continuous use, my lips looked healthier and smoother and hydrated.

This transparent, odorless balm glides on smoothly and provides a natural sheen (akin to applying Vaseline).

It contains Vitamin E to fight free radicals and a soothing blend of avocado oil, Shea and cocoa seed butter to rapidly soften rough lips. While Palmitoy Oligopeptide, a peptide molecule, conditions skin and stimulates essential collagen to combat fine lines. To top it off, Hyaluronic Acid, which holds over a thousand times its weight in water, seals and provides maximum lip hydration.

The only extra thing I wish this lip complex has is SPF. But it is great for use at night and before bed!

Get this Dermalogica Age Smart Renewal Lip Complex 1.75ml/0.06oz for US$33 at Strawberrynet.com.