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L'Oreal Skin Genesis

L'Oreal Skin Genesis is an anti-aging line of products designed to create younger skin "layer by layer".  I was given the opportunity to try a couple of products from the line; the Serum Concentrate and Oil-Free Lotion.  L'Oreal has put advanced technology into this anti-aging line, utilizing Pro-Xylane, an ingredient developed to help strengthen the layers of the skin and Hyaluronic Spheres. 

The Skin Genesis Serum Concentrate is a clear, lightweight formulation.  I applied it daily and after about the third day of use, broke out.  My skin is pretty resiliant, so I waited a few days, re-started, and didn't have further problems.  I haven't used the product to see noticeable results, but based on the ingredients, this should help, over time with increasing moisture retention in the skin and plumping the skin.  That, in turn, would help to minimize fine lines and wrinkes.  I wish the Serum Concentrate was not scented.  Overall, if you're just starting an anti-aging regimen, this might be a product to consider before moving on to more expensive products.

The Skin Genesis Oil-Free Lotion is a product I was anxious to try.  I have combination skin and usually switch out my moisturizer for the summer.  The Oil-Free Lotion uses the same technology and anti-aging ingredients as the Serum Concentrate.  However, my issue with this formula is that there is no sunscreen in it!  To me, there is just no excuse for no sunscreen.  (It should be noted, though that there is a Skin Genesis Lotion with SPF 15--it's just not oil free). I also wish this was non-scented.  The lack of sunscreen and the fragrance were reasons that I wouldn't be using the Skin Genesis Oil-Free Lotion on a regular basis.  There are just too many other products out there that can offer anti-aging benefits and technology, a sunscreen and a reasonable price point.

Total Beauty Web Tour

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Viva Woman compares compact, mineral and loose powder foundation and finds out which is better based on coverage, skin type, formulation, convenience and affordability.

The Muse saws open her Urban Decay Potion Primer and finds out how to make the most of it!

Meredith at Daily Dose of Coffee finally checks out MAC's Tendertones and thinks that it's a product worth keeping in your makeup bag.

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The Beauty Blog Network: Weekend Beauty Read

Plan to spend some time with the gals from the Beauty Blog Network this weekend and check out the best of the best!

Melissa from The Makeup Divas reviews and shares photos of eye shadows and slimshines from the Mac Cool Heat Collection.

 A Touch of Blusher looks at Dior's fall 2008 makeup collection.

Still confused about products that use the words NATURAL, ORGANIC and PURE on their packaging? Cybelesays discovers an organization that's setting a standard with their seal and some big indy brands are joining up.

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Are you ready for a Warm Chill? Roselyn from Makeup Makes Me Happy™ is also raving about the latest collection from MAC Cosmetics. Here she gives us another wonderful makeup tutorial featuring the cool blue hues from MAC's Cool Heat.

Beauty Anonymous reviews La Mer The SPF 18 Fluid Tint.

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The Muse decides to saw her Urban Decay Primer Potion in half and make the most of it!.

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The fabulous ladies of Beauty in Real Life, have the details on the N.Y.C. Color Big Apple Bronze Summer Collection.

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M LAB Skincare: The Science is Inside

M LAB Skincare comes together in a perfect blend of pedigree, science, ingredients and aesthetics to create a knock-out skin care line that delivers.  So what does that mean?  It means that "M LAB" is the creation of Milbar Laboratories, a cosmeceutical company that creates pharmaceutical grade products for Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons.  That would be the pedigree part.  The science combines to create a product of clinically active ingredients that target every visual sign of aging.

Each product in the M LAB Skincare line is formulated with a high degree of clinically active ingredients.  That's what I want, as it is an assurance that the product is going to work.  Really work.  Each product insert lists the ingredients, the percent of clinically active ingredients and what effect that has on your skin.  The packaging of the M LAB Skincare products is all black and futuristic looking.  Love that! 

But what you want to know is, what are the M LAB products like and do they work?  I tried the products in the Travel Kit, which is about a 30 day supply.  What I can tell you, is that with daily, consistent use, I did notice positive changes in my skin.  I didn't experience any skin sensitivity to the products. The two best products (and the ones I would purchase from this line) are the anti-aging treatment cream and the anti-aging treatment serum.  The serum is formulated with 74% clinically active ingredients and the anti-aging treatment cream with 68% clinically active ingredients. That's a very high percentage, when the average luxury cosmetics are usually formulated in the 10-20% range. 

M LAB Skincare is available exclusively for purchase at www.mlabonline.com or at Harrods, London.

June Jacobs Cooling and Soothing Masque: Beat the Heat!

June Jacobs Cooling and Soothing Masque is to your skin what a mojito is to your psyche...calming, soothing and darn good hydration on a hot summer day!  This gel masque smells so tropical when you open it; but don't be fooled. The June Jacobs Cooling and Soothing Masque is full of ingredients that are on a mission.  It's a beauty treatment packed with fresh botanicals, age-fighting antioxidants and moisture binding ingredients that nourish the skin and leaving it feel silky smooth and revitalized.  More good news:  it's paraben and preservative free and can be used by all skin types.  Sensitive and irritated skins, that means you, too!

The June Jacobs Cooling and Soothing Masque is a gel texture; you can apply to your face (and under eye area to reduce puffiness) with fingertips or a soft brush.  Leave on for 5 to 10 minutes and then rinse off.  This masque has quickly become one of my favorites; it's got that wonderful pineapple smell, you can feel it working, and when you rinse it off, your skin looks fresh and radiant. 

If you've never tried the June Jacobs line before, you're in for a treat with this product. The June Jacobs Cooling and Soothing Masque is available online at June Jacobs, Skinstore and Beauty Exclusive.  For additional retailers, check the June Jacobs website.