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Oh the seasons are changing and it's time to change up your beauty routine! When is the last time you got a new body wash in a new brand?
I'm already over the PSL and ready for more rustic scents. So meet, Molton Brown Templetree Body Wash!
THE BLEND
A blissful bath and body wash blended with moisturizing algae extract and purifying templetree flower extract.
The fragrance
Top note: fragrant jasmine.
Heart note: fruity rose.
Base note: sandalwood.
It's a great Fall scent and way to help transition your seasons! It would make a great gift too. Just in case you didn't notice, the holidays are here!
Just a quick shout out and thank yout with a wee plug for the jewelry brand too! I made a comment on a fellow beauty content creator on Youtube named Elana Rose for her Soda Tab necklace giveaway and I won!
Then she actually sent the winnings! I can't not count how many times I have "won" a giveaway from a fellow beauty blogger and then the winnings never, ever arrived! Even after they announced it to the internets world ...they didn't send it!
Thank you very much Elana Rose and super good luck to you and your channel! Stay awesome!
Learn more about the Soda Tabs necklace here! http://sodatabs.com/
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Today I have a guest blog post for you as I am traveling for business. I am currently following the Weight Watchers online protocol for losing a few pounds I gained last holiday season and never lost! Now when I went to put on my convention season suit for some events, it was too tight! So I'm counting my points and seeing some results!
Whenever
someone chooses to commit to a weight loss journey, it’s not just a
physical transformation that happens, but a mental transformation as
well. Regardless of how long it takes for people to reach their goal
weight, there are significant things that occur along the way that
impact their body image and confidence. For all of the positive
reinforcement once receives, they might also notice some negativity or
odd reactions from those they are close to. Read on for tips and
insights from leading experts that will offer clarity and solutions for
anyone seeking to transform or who already has.
1. You shed friends along with pounds.
Dr.
Sanam Hafeez PsyD a NYC based licensed neuropsychologist, a teaching
faculty member at the prestigious Columbia University Teacher’s College, explains
that, “It is normal to lose friends as you lose pounds. As you see the
payoff from the lifestyle changes you’ve made you may feel disconnected
with friends who may still eat and drink things you no longer do. You’re
evolving,” offers Dr. Hafeez. She also adds that, “It’s common to
notice jealousy, and digs. You may even experience exclusion from
dinners out presuming you wouldn’t want to indulge.”
Have
faith that your true friends will love you at any size. “It will
actually be difficult to tolerate any gossip, negativity or activities
that are counterproductive. The last thing you need are people who bring
you down when you are doing something positive for your well being.
Look out for yourself. At times that may mean distancing from certain
people,” advises Dr. Hafeez.
2. Loose skin becomes the new thing you notice. Once
you reach your goal weight, you may love how you look in clothes but
naked in or a bathing suit is a whole other story. This is most common
when weight loss is significant. Even when weight training is part of
the regimen, loose skin does happen.
Dr.
John Zannis a board certified plastic surgeon based in New Bern, North
Carolina frequently sees and treats patients who went through a weight
loss transformation. According to Dr. Zannis, “Loose skin can gather at
the stomach, under arms, breasts, buttocks, inner thighs, face and neck.
The more significant the weight-loss is, say 50 pounds and above, the
more likely a plastic surgeon is sought out to explore body lifts that
specifically address loose skin after weight-loss.”
3. You have more energy, are excited about life and can do more!
As
you change your diet, add daily exercise to your new lifestyle and see
the weight melt off, you gain energy! You don’t feel the need to hit the
snooze button anymore. You may wake up energized for that 7am powerwalk
or you may be inspired by that beautiful new dress you get to wear to
work, another dress size dropped. Yay!
“Use
newfound energy to your advantage, encourages Dr. Hafeez, your brain is
forming new neuropathways as your perception about your body starts to
change. That flight of stairs that was once an obstacle is much easier.
Simple things like putting on shoes, picking up toys and pushing a
vacuum are done with ease. As you take notice of what your body can do,
you gain more confidence and want to do more. This energizes you both
physically and mentally,” she adds.
4. Shopping gets interesting.
It
is common to get overwhelmed with options now that you can shop the way
you always dreamed of. Perhaps your new strong, shapely legs have
inspired you to wear dresses again for the first time in years. Or after
always covering your arms, you may opt for sleeveless tops. Either way,
trying new looks outside of your comfort zone can be daunting. Dr.
Hafeez advises to, shop on your own or with someone you really trust.
“It is important that shopping is made to be fun by approaching it as a
style experiment. Don’t expect everything to look perfect just because
you are a much smaller size. Some things will work, others won’t. Look
for clothes that feel good. When you smile in the mirror that’s a sign you’re on track.”
5. You make yourself, your health and well being top priority and start to inspire others.
When
you lose a noticeable amount of weight other people want to know how
you did it and how you are keeping the weight off. Your immediate family
may also adapt to your dietary changes and experience weight loss by
association. When your kids see you wake up every morning to exercise
they see that anything worth having requires commitment. Your
significant other may be inspired to also lose weight. “When you take
care of yourself and are in a positive mindset, it has a positive impact
on everyone you interact with. When the mind and body are aligned you
love the way you look and feel, you’re happy and someone others can look up to.”
Going forward into Fall the brow trend is either a straight caterpillar looking brow or a serious arch on the outside corner of the eye.
Meet SENNA Cosmetics, brow and makeup experts who are celebrating 40 years in the beauty business! Eugenia Weston designed the perfect evolution of a b row pencil and powder in one. About $22 at Rite Aid or http://www.sennacosmetics.com
I just received samples in their brow pencil that is part powder and part solid creme with a styling spoolie on the end.
From left to right the shades are: Dark Brown, Taupe Brown, Medium Brown and Light Blonde.
These pencils are easy to sharpen, make a decent sized hair like stroke in the brow and had some staying power when I tested it.
I don't have any makeup on, just styling the brow with the SENNA Cosmetics pencil. First I do the nose bridge to the arch.
Second I fill in the very sparse tail of the eye brow. I'm telling you, I'm "this" close to getting my brows microbladed!
I'm loving the color choices of SENNA Cosmetics eye brow pencils and thinking of trying some of their other products. I find it hard to believe that they have been around for 40 years and in my decades of doing makeup I have not used the products before!
Go get some!
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Oh how I am loving the cooler weather in Arizona! I'm telling ya, it makes me feel more alive! I'm out running more and riding my bike, doing some hiking and counting the points in my Weight Watchers journey.
Special thanks to Murad for a sample of the Retinol Youth Renewal Serum in the Resurgence line and some other goodies to help me stay focused on fitness in the changing season!
Oh what a fast and furious trip to the Phoenix area I did last week! Literally,down and back in 30 hours while squeezing in promo videos for my film, a master class at Beauty Brands and the grand opening party for ENVY Residences and then an amazing lunch at Kabuki on my way out of town.
Phew! And I wonder why I have grey hair? The Beauty Brands at San Tan Village in Gilbert is a huge store with a salon built in, and it's across the way from Grimaldi's pizza! Next trip to that area I have to eat some Grimaldi's! It's the best!
The class started about 30 minutes late and so I did not get to see the other 2 demonstrations. I did get to see Beauty Brands master stylist Carol A Smith do a tutorial on the popular Fall hair trend, the top knot.
There were light refreshments of the important kind: cupcakes and wine! Can you say happy?
This video is a recap and shows Carol Smith doing the top knot style on Stesha Johnson using Living Proof products. Enjoy!
p.s. My Instagram has the play by play in pics from the trip, are we friends there? @CherelynnBaker
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Brands featured: Living Proof hair care Beauty Brands Master Stylist Carol Smith styled Stesha Jordan Instagram: @carolasmith88 Instagram: @classicandbubbly
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If you have any events featuring wine and cupcakes that you would like me to attend, just ask!
Muah!
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It's finally below 100 degrees in Arizona and my fingers are crossed for a fast track to winter weather and boot season!
With the arrival of the chilly weather, we can now look forward to some of our favorite trends like dark nail polish, warm
boots and chic top knots! We all have those days when we want to just
throw our hair up in a knot and get out the door! Here are some great
tips to keep your knotted bun to last on a cold and windy winter day.
Ultimate Top Knot
·Want
a quick, on-trend look in minutes? Take a brush and comb out any
tangles, following up with a tight pony right at the top of your head.
·Then, grab pony tail and twist tightly. Wrap around until hair is in a bun shape and tuck in ends into your hair tie.
·Polish your knot with LA Looks Mega Mega Hold gel to keep hair in place. Also apply some product to any flyaway around your top knot.
oHelps mold hair and offers long-lasting shape and definition with an ultimate hold and flexible control
oSRP: $2.99
Sleek Low Knot
·Off
to a business meeting and want to look chic and sharp? Pull hair into a
tight low side pony. Wrap hair around the hair tie and tuck in any
loose pieces.
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So the hub bub and hullabaloo of last weekend's Emmy's broadcast is over and the trophy winner's are most likely still basking in the golden glow! Congrats to the winners!
I traveled most of the week and am just now getting a follow up style post to the event. This hair look on Emmy Rossum is wavy perfect for Fall hair trends. Love!
Below you will find all the details on how the look was achieved with Macadamia Professional products!
Hair How To: Emmy Rossum’s Glamorous Waves
Hairstylist: Giannandrea, International Creative Director for Macadamia Professional
1.)Starting with wet hair, apply a palm-sized amount of Macadamia Professional Foaming Volumizer ($25; MacadamiaHair.com) from roots to ends.
2.)Rough dry hair with head upside down to create extra volume.
3.)When hair is 90% dry, apply a small amount of Macadamia Professional Blow Dry Lotion ($19.95; Ulta.com) to large sections and dry hair using a medium-sized round brush. Once dry, pin each section with a clip to hold the volume.
4.)When all sections are dry, unpin and lightly brush the hair. Create a deep side part.
5.)Wrap medium sections around a 1” curling iron. When all the hair is curled, spray Macadamia Professional Flex Hold Shaping Hairspray ($19.95; Ulta.com)to set the style. Lightly brush hair to slightly loosen the waves.
6.)Take a dime-size amount of Macadamia Professional Nourishing Moisture Oil Treatment ($39.95; Ulta.com) and lightly run through the lengths of hair to increase shine and smooth frizz.
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Here in Arizona the weather is changing. It is the tiniest bit but just enough to let me know that Fall is on it's way here. True, in the rest of the country, the official beginning of the season change was yesterday, though for the desert, it's s till going to be some time before Han Solo uniform days are here!
What's that you say? It's my fave cool weather outfit: tall boots, skinny jeans, some sort of shirt and one of my vests - just pick one!
Today's post has some lip trends you will see in this season: either the super dark berry red black a la Vamp circa Chanel 1994 or a peach nude in a semi matte finish.
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Fall 2016 Lipstick Trends
Products featured:
Sally Hansen Colorfast Tint & Moisture Balm Nude http://amzn.to/2cnHkrA
Sheer Cover Lip Gloss in Rose
Mally Beauty Lipstick Duo in Extreme Nude
When would now be a good time to get in store or get online and get your best beauty products at a discount or stock up for your holiday gift giving ?
Coming up today and the next two days are big savings on Smashbox, Benefit Cosmetics, Too Faced, Tarte and Philosophy!
Visit an Ulta Beauty near you or go online today! http://www.ulta.com/21days/
Remember when you shop with your rewards card, those points can be redeemed for replenishment on your faves!
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Fall is officially on the calendar for tomorrow. The first day of autumn is tomorrow and it's a good time to update your makeup and hair styles, wardrobe and shoes with accessories!
What's a girl to do? One thing at a time Beauty.
Start with trying this new mascara from RIMMEL London called Volume Colourist with last tint.
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It has been quite some time since I have been to the Toronto Film Festival in person to see the films. I recall really enjoying the beauty of the city and people.
Today I have a style "how to" for you to help get your hair in red carpet style!
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Nexxus New York Salon Care Celebrity Stylist Lona Vigi crafted
this award-winning actress’s beautiful voluminous hair look as she
graced the red carpet for the premiere of her new animated movie “Sing,”
at the Toronto International Film Festival yesterday. “Since it was a
kids movie premiere that was during the day, Reese and I decided to keep
her hair down, flowy and fun for the occasion, and to flawlessly
complement her off-the-shoulder dress” said Lona.
Follow Lona’s tips to re-create this look:
Starting with towel-dried hair, apply a palm sized amount of Nexxus New York Salon Care Mousse Plus Volumizing Foam from roots to ends to weightless support the style and add volume.
Create a deep side part, then divide hair into sections and blow dry using a medium-sized round brush to add body.
Once
dried, use a double barrel iron to add curls and alternate with a 1.5”
curling iron every couple of curls to create effortless, undone waves.
Finish with the Nexxus New York Salon Care Comb Thru Finishing Mist and spray all over hair to provide natural, movable hold.
Products Used:
Nexxus New York Salon Care Mousse Plus Volumizing Foam
Nexxus New York Salon Care Comb Thru Finishing Mist
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I've got an important guest post for you today to help you with self checking for skin cancer!
September is National Skin Cancer Awareness Month, making it a great
time for people to hone their self examination skills. According to the
Skin Cancer Foundation, one in every five Americans will develop skin
cancer in their lifetime, adding to the 5.4 million new cases that are
diagnosed each year in the country. Being diligent about skin cancer all
year long is the best way to beat the odds and keep risks of getting it
lower.
“The American Academy of Dermatology reports that skin cancer is the
most common form of cancer in the country,” explains Katherine Goldman,
celebrity esthetician/waxologist and owner of the Stript Wax Bar.
“The
good news is that there are plenty of things we can do to help minimize
the risks of getting it.”
Skin cancer is when the cells in the skin have been damaged by
tanning beds or the sun. Those damaged cells begin to quickly multiply
out of control and they form a tumor. Doing routine self examinations is
the best way to catch possible skin cancer sites early so they can be
treated. To conduct a self examination, keep these tips in mind:
Twice a year, conduct a self examination of the entire body.
While examining the entire body, look for moles, birthmarks, beauty marks or any brown marks.
Once you have identified
those particular marks, pay attention to whether or not they change in
color, size, and texture. Look for any spots that are irregularly shaped
or that are larger than the size of a pencil eraser.
Also, look for skin
growths that appear brown, black, translucent, pearly, or multicolored,
as well as those that may be sore, hurt, itch, bleed, or scab.
If you find spots that meet the criteria and are concerning, be sure to have them check out by a doctor.
“Along with regular
examinations, it’s important to protect the skin from the start,” added
Goldman. “We need to take measures from the start to help keep our skin
safe from the sun and to choose safer tanning options. Our spray tanning
is very popular, looks great, and helps people avoid the UV light
risks.”
Skin cancer is caused by
exposure to ultraviolet light, which is a known carcinogen. There are
419,000 cases of skin cancer each year that are linked to indoor
tanning. Despite the information available about the dangers of tanning
beds, many people are still putting themselves at risk. Spray tans are a
healthier way to have a tan, because they allow people to avoid tanning
by being in the sunlight or using tanning beds. People can still have
the same bronzed and beautiful look, without all of the health risks of
going to a tanning bed. Plus, it’s estimated that 90 percent of skin
aging is caused by sun exposure, so people can protect their skin from
cancer and from aging at the same time when they opt for a spray tan,
rather than tanning in the sun or a tanning bed.
Stript Wax Bar has locations throughout California, including in Los
Angeles, Palo Alto, Lafayette, Oakland, Pacifica, and San Jose. They
specialize in offering top-of-the line waxing services for men and
women, using the highest quality custom blended hard wax. In addition to
waxing all areas of the body, they offer facials, spray tans, brow
shaping, and make-up application. For more information, visit the
website at: www.striptwaxbar.com.
About Stript Wax Bar
Stript Wax Bar is a salon
dedicated to the art of waxing. They are devoted to delivering
high-quality waxing services using the highest quality products in a
comfortable and clean environment. With numerous unique services in
various locations across California for both men and women, Stript Wax
Bar has established themselves as an innovative and trending company.
For more information, visit the website at: www.striptwaxbar.com.
I've been eyeing the Laura Geller Baked Balance-N-Brighten foundation for some time now. Truth, I really don't need another foundation of any kind because I have so many. Though this product is so intriguing!
It's also half off today, and today only. So if you do not like liquid foundation and mineral foundation isn't a good fit, why not try this? Save your receipt in case you need to exchange for a different color.
Here are some details about it from the website:
Let us balance your skin tone and brighten your day! Our beloved
Balance-n-Brighten foundation makes shade matching your skin tone a
breeze. Color correcting swirls of multicolored liquid pigments are
baked for 24 hours on terracotta tiles, then hand-finished in Italy. The
result is weightless, creamy coverage that self-adjusts to leave
skin looking even, flawless and beautifully radiant. Baked products are
made without additional fillers, so they cover with less product than
traditional powders. Infused with antioxidants Centella Asiatica and
White Tea Extracts, Balance-n-Brighten gives you luminous perfecting
coverage you’ll love!
Happy shopping to you!
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It's simple to use and anyone can do it. I really think this fits for the busy gals lifestyle because there is less "beat that face" and more quick sweeps of hydrating color.
Hi ya Gorgeous,
Now that all of the hullaballoo and shin digs of the New York Fashion Week are over, and I have had time to sift and sort through the many emails sharing the looks and styles, especially those that can go from runway to everyday!
I like this look from TRESemme and I like that they are an affordable brand, that's easy to access and is fairly effective!
Enjoy the round up! How about you? Did you see anything from NYFW that caught your eye for better or worse? Let me know in the comments!
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Counterbalance
was the inspiration behind Marissa Webb’s Spring/Summer 2017 Collection. It’s
ornate without being fussy; there's an edge to it but still something that can
be pulled off with ease. This concept translates into the hair, makeup, and
nail looks this season. TRESemmé Stylist
Jeanie Syfu was inspired to create two hair looks that are all about making
an impression while still feeling like something you can do yourself. “The
overall collection embodies an urban modern girl, with a laid back feel- it’s
all about achievable drama,” said Marissa.
FOLLOW
JEANIE’S TIPS TO RE-CREATE THE STYLES
Parted Twist Ponytail:
1.Prep damp hair with TRESemmé Extra Firm Control Mousse, and
then blow dry using a paddle brush to smooth and encourage natural texture.
2.Create a deep side part with a comb,
then make a horizontal part from ear
to ear and clip top half of the head away.
3.Gather remaining hair into a low
ponytail at the nape of the neck and fasten with an elastic.
4.Release top section of hair and begin
twisting back one section at a time starting at the ear towards the ponytail. Wrap
ends around elastic and secure with a bobby pin.
5.Gently pull out wispy, face-framing
pieces to soften the look and set the style with TRESemmé TRES Two Extra Firm Hold Hair Spray.
Parted Twist Loop Bun:
1.Prep damp hair with TRESemmé Extra Firm Control Mousse, and
then blow dry using a paddle brush to smooth and encourage natural texture.
2.Create a deep side part with a comb,
then make a horizontal part from ear
to ear and clip top half of the head away.
3.Gather remaining hair into a low
ponytail at the nape of the neck and fasten with an elastic.
4.Release top section of hair and
begin twisting back one section at a time starting at the ear towards the
ponytail, securing ends with a bobby pin.
5.Gather ends from the twists and
existing ponytail and wrap into a low, loose bun securing with another elastic.
6.Gently pull out wispy, face-framing
pieces to soften the look and set the style with TRESemmé TRES Two Extra Firm Hold Hair Spray.
PRODUCTS USED:
·TRESemmé
Extra Firm Control Mousse
·TRESemmé
TRES Two Extra Firm Hold Hair Spray
TOOLS: Blow dryer, paddle brush, comb, elastic,
bobby pins
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receive updates on the latest hair trends and fashion highlights, straight off
the runway.
Did you know that nearly every single product you purchase traveled via truck at some point?
September 11-17, 2016 is National Truck Driver Appreciation Week and Makeup University is doing a "give-a-pray" for the week.
If you know a truck driver, or are one, it is the good pleasure of Makeup
University to pray for you! If you don't like prayer, that's okay! We
will send you good juju and positive vibes for safe travels and favor at
the scales!
Please comment the name and trust that we will hold them up in prayer and positivity for the week!
To learn about all of the celebrations and goodies going on at truck stops like TA, Love's, Flying J nationwide, please visit http://trucker.org
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Today, 15 years ago, islamic terrorists hijacked jet liners and flew them into the World Trade Center in New York City, and then another plane was flown into the Pentagon.
Many died. Many families were broken when a loved one died. Many got sick from the fallout dust.
Many across the nation were broken in spirit and heart at the violent attack.
Please know, that Makeup University stands in prayer and support of the United States of America and all those affected by the terrorist attack on September 11, 2001.
God speed healing to this land.
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Happy Caturday! How is your weekend going so far? Mine is topsy turvy, busy, the weather is hot and holy smokes, are there ever more than my fare share of poison tipped goat head stickers in my yard due to all of the rain!
On ward we go, today's post is to introduce you to the RoC Deep Wrinkle serum and companion eye creme.
I've been using my sample for a few days and I love how "active" it feels on my skin. I do have a favorite brand that is my normal every day skincare, though if anything ever happened to it and I needed to switch to something just as good, I think I would switch to RoC!
$22.99 retail and available on Amazon, Walgreen's, CVS and Walmart.
This light-weight RoC®RETINOL
formula helps to improve the appearance of fine lines and deep
wrinkles. After four weeks, skin appears more radiant, fine lines are
smoothed and skin firmness is improved. After eight weeks, crow’s feet
are visibly reduced and discoloration is diminished. After 12 weeks,
deep wrinkles are visibly reduced. This formula glides on easily and
absorbs quickly, leaving your skin feeling smooth and velvety and is
ideal for use under makeup.
$22.99
retail and available on Amazon, Walgreen's, CVS and Walmart.
This
non-greasy moisturizing cream is especially formulated for use around
the delicate eye area. It evens out the look of dark circles and helps
to reduce the look of puffiness in four weeks, and it visibly reduces
the appearance of wrinkles around the eyes and crow’s feet in 12 weeks.
So here's the deal, the holiday season is already here. There is no waiting til Black Friday, the stores around me already have holiday sales promotions going on and Walmart started their layaway program last week.
Wow.
There will be a lot of photos and selfies and you name it media wise happening around you this year, more so than ever so you better get your skin in tip top shape now!
I really really like these products and I found them on sale on Amazon, so go get some, save money and look amazing!
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TGIF! Happy Friyay and say hello to the weekend and some much needed shabbat!
Which highlighter do you like best? Do you think they look the same?
I
think the essence cosmetics pure nude highlighter in 10 be my highlight
is a perfect dupe for the MAC Cosmetics Trip the Light Fantastic powder
in Lunar Luster.
You can find essence cosmetics products online at their main website, Amazon or Ulta Beauty stores nationwide.
MAC Cosmetics are sold online, and in some department stores as well as stand alone brick and mortar stores. If you are a Star Trek fan, you will want to get at least one of the makeup pieces in the collection.
Products featured:
essence cosmetics Pure Nude Highlighter 10 be my highlighter http://amzn.to/2c5Hnqo
MAC Cosmetics Luna Luster Trip the Light Fantastic Powder
This post is a guest blog review of the Belli skincare system that is a great fit for any lady who is pregnant, about to be pregnant, nursing or has a baby shower to go to and needs a gift idea!
Please say hello and welcome Michelle Ullman, who is expecting a beautiful and healthy baby in a matter of weeks! Congratluations to her! Special thanks to Michelle for testing the products and doing a review.
Now for some details about the Belli Brand and products! You can get your own at Amazon and on the Belli website!
Teratology Screening - A higher prenatal safety standard
For decades, medical science has known that small amounts of skin
care ingredients are absorbed into the bloodstream. This natural process
explains why so many medications are now prescribed as topical creams
or patches. The total absorption of a topical ingredient depends on
various factors such as surface area covered, duration of exposure,
frequency of reapplication, skin thickness, temperature/humidity levels,
etc. During pregnancy, most absorbed chemicals will pass directly into
the fetal circulation where they can potentially affect the baby's
development.
The average woman puts over 200 ingredients on her skin each day as
part of her cleansing and beauty routine, and it is difficult to know
which may be harmful to the fetus or at what dose. Due to ethical
concerns, few prospective studies of non-medicinal chemicals are done on
pregnant women. Instead, researchers look at animal studies and
retrospective human studies for indirect clues about their prenatal
safety. As a result, there is now a large body of "teratology" (birth
defect) research with uncertain implications for pregnant women and
their growing babies.
The FDA states that a cosmetic manufacturer must ensure the safety of
their own products but they do not offer any specific guidelines. Many
skin care companies simply assume that their products are not absorbed
and therefore neglect to examine the teratology studies. At Belli, we
believe that pregnancy deserves a higher safety standard-one that
carefully monitors the published medical literature and errs on the side
of caution. We call that standard teratology screening.
Simply stated, teratology screening guards against questionable ingredients during pregnancy.
The teratology screening process begins with a comprehensive search
of the published medical literature to see if an ingredient has ever
been linked to a birth defect, miscarriage, or other harmful effect
during pregnancy. Searches are repeated on an ongoing basis to capture
all the latest information. A list of the databases and reference books
used includes:
MEDLINE is the premiere biomedical database produced by the National
Library of Medicine and contains over 16 million articles from 5000
international biomedical journals, from 1950 to the present.
TOXLINE is a comprehensive database produced by the U.S. National
Library of Medicine and contains more than two million records that
cover adverse drug reactions, carcinogenesis, drug evaluation,
mutagenesis, pollution, pesticides, herbicides, radiation,
teratogenesis, and all other aspects of toxicology from pre-1950 to the
present.
DART (Developmental and Reproductive Toxicology) is a bibliographic
database on the National Library of Medicine's Toxicology Data Network,
which covers teratology and other aspects of developmental and
reproductive toxicology and contains over 100,000 published references.
TERIS (Teratogen Information System) is a database of chemical agent
summaries based on a thorough review of published clinical and
experimental literature. Each summary includes a risk assessment derived
by consensus of an Advisory Board comprising nationally-recognized
authorities in clinical teratology.
LACTMED, part of the National Library of Medicine's Toxicology Data
Network (TOXNET), is a database of drugs and other chemicals to which
breastfeeding mothers may be exposed. It includes information on the
levels of such substances in breast milk and infant blood, and the
possible adverse effects in the nursing infant.
REPROTOX is an information system developed by the Reproductive
Toxicology Center which contains summaries on the effects of
medications, chemicals, infections, and physical agents on pregnancy,
reproduction, and development. Catalog of Teratogenic Agents- Eleventh
Edition (Shepard, 2004) is a comprehensive reference work that presents
information on teratogenic agents, emphasizing human data and covering
pharmaceuticals, chemicals, environmental pollutants, food additives,
household products, and viruses. Also included are overviews of recent
literature on clinical and experimental teratology, including important
Japanese literature not easily available to English-language
researchers.
Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation: A Reference Guide to Fetal and
Neonatal Risks- Eighth Edition (Briggs et al., 2008) provides practical,
reliable information on more than 1,000 drugs that may be used by
pregnant and lactating women. The recommendations help readers interpret
animal and human pregnancy data to assess potential human risk when
there are human data or the human data are limited or not available.
Chemically Induced Birth Defects- Third Edition (Schardein, 2000)
addresses over 4100 drugs and chemicals in current use that cause
malformations and congenital anomalies in the human fetus--
comprehensively reviewing experimental studies in animals and clinical
data on human development, primarily in the organogenesis period.
Once the search process is complete, we then have to decide which
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doses? Topical versus oral absorption?
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Hi ya Gorgeous,
How you doin' today Beauty? Is the holiday weekend and short week making it weird for your schedule this week? Mine is!
It's full beauty season and I'm busy with brides and the film and t he book. Whoo hoo!
So with the weather about to change, your skin may get a little dry and itchy. That's where the new Nature's Gate Coconut Water body lotion comes in!
They are natural, paraben free, safe for the whole family and feel good!
Coconut Lotion
18 FL OZ / 532 mL
Made with Coconut Water and a gentle blend of Dragon Fruit,
Passionflower and Banana! Our Coconut Lotion moisturizes skin, leaving
you feeling touch-ably soft. At Nature’s Gate, we believe it’s not only
essential what you put in your body but what you put on it as well.
Lotion Instructions
Apply liberally to body. Smooth into skin. Reapply to dry, rough
areas. For best results, use daily. FOR EXTERNAL USE ONLY. AVOID DIRECT
CONTACT WITH EYES.
Water (Eau), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glycerin, Glyceryl
Stearate SE, Cetyl Alcohol, Stearyl Alcohol, Cocos Nucifera
(Coconut/noix de coco) Water, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut/noix de coco) Oil,
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut/noix de coco) Fruit Extract, Butyrospermum
Parkii (Shea) Butter, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Mangifera Indica
(Mango/mangue) Fruit Extract, Cucumis Melo (Melon/melon) Fruit Extract,
Hylocereus Undatus (Dragon-fruit/fruit du dragon) Fruit Extract, Musa
Paradisiaca (Banana/banane) Fruit Juice, Passiflora Incarnata
(Passionflower/passiflfore) Flower Extract, Bertholletia Excelsa (Brazil
Nut/noix du Brésil) Seed Extract, Leuconostoc/Radish Root Ferment
Filtrate, Allantoin, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Cetearyl Glucoside, Xanthan
Gum, Tocopherol, Benzyl Alcohol, Phenoxyethanol, Fragrance (Parfum)*.
* Phthalate free/sans phtalates
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Nature’s Gate prides themselves in honesty and integrity.
We strive to maintain a transparent brand, in that we confidently share
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facts. We believe in living a clean, healthy lifestyle. At Nature’s Gate
we believe it is not only essential what you put in your body but what
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Our mission and responsibility is to continuously educate
ourselves in research, trends and safety to create the path to be a
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Here is a little bit about the company and you can find this and more goodness on their website or on Amazon!
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It's a great Fall scent and way to help transition your seasons! It would make a great gift too. Just in case you didn't notice, the holidays are here!
