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Zits always seem to have the worst sense of time - they pop up when you least expect them to; just when you think you won't have to deal with them for a while, one appears, threatening to have a field day.

That was what happened to me last week and there was no better time to give this spot treatment a shot; I bought this thinking I might need it someday when I was stocking up on products and it turns out that I really did need it.

This spot treatment has a drier texture that I was expecting but it only takes a few seconds of massaging it into the zit for it to be absorbed into the problem area. I reapplied this twice a day and after 2 days, my zit disappeared. I was quite pleased. 

With 10% Benzoyl Peroxide, this is not something you apply all over your face as it can be quite drying if you have normal/sensitive skin. But I didn't have a problem with dryness mainly because of the extreme oiliness of my skin. 

But whatever it is, this is one spot treatment that I will be purchasing again; it works and its small compact size makes it easy for traveling or for throwing into your day bag. 

Get this for US$15 (0.35oz/15g) at Bath & Body Works.    

Serums are a step in the skin care routine that should be given more attention to. They pack a higher dose and a more concentrated form of the moisture, vitamins, antioxidants that your moisturizer has. They go on after your toner and before your moisturizer.

I've been reading about this serum for a while now and have been meaning to give this a shot. When it came time for me to do my usual product shopping round weeks ago, I thought 'what a great time to give this a shot', so I picked up 2 tubs of this and I glad I did.

The pink gel glides on to give your skin an instant smoothness and a blanket of hydration. I used this twice daily and it helped reverse the dryness that came with acne treatments and air conditioning. This handy serum is made for all skin types, so it doesn't matter if you have oily or dry or combination skin, this works for all. I've got extremely oily skin but I've discovered that not only does it not add to my shine problem like some serums do, it also helps balance the moisture level of my skin.

In a week, my skin looked healthier, smoother, softer and more plumped. Chock full of Dr Wexler's MMPi.20™, this serum reverses the signs of aging and stimulates the renewal of fresh skin cells. Use this after time spent in the sun or after harsh skin treatments to bring your skin back to prime condition.

On a completely separate note, my sister commented on how great my skin looked and how my brows stayed in place and wondered if I was using some sort of brow gel. I realized that because of the gel texture of this serum, you can also use this to tame unruly brows.

This serum comes in 2 sizes; 1oz/30ml for US$55 and 3.4oz/100ml for US$150. Get them both at Bath & Body Works.  

This night cream is one of my favorites. It hydrates effectively, diminishes lines and firms up environmentally abused skin. I take this along on vacations where I spend most days doing absolutely nothing but read, drink and soak up the sun. I store it in the fridge for an added hit of coolness and slater it on before bed. With continuous use, I wake up with radiant, soft, repaired skin.

This cream contains maximum concentrates of NIACYL™ that are combined with MMPi.20™ line-smoothing peptides, and skin-brightening Vitamin C Complex that work hard to reverse the signs of damage as you sleep. MMPi20 is a Dr Wexler's innovation that actually stimulates collagen which is the essential building block for younger-looking, refined skin.

For a skin treat, use this on your body and focus on the rough areas (like the knees and hands and elbows). Another great thing about this cream is the price. At US$42.50(1.7oz/50ml), you don't have to break the bank for great skin! Get this at Bath & Body Works.   

Famed dermatologist, Patricia Wexler came up with this gel to combat puffiness, fine lines and dark circles. I haven't had good sleep for days and it was showing on my eyes. I picked this up at the store and after 10 days of usage, I'm an offical fan. Dark circles get lighter slowly but surely and I no longer look like I spent hours tossing and turning. Great for the morning after those all-nighters. I keep this in the fridge for an extra hit of coolness that works its effect on the under eye area instantly. Like every eye gel, use this daily for best results. Get it at Bath & Body Works for US$19.50