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Bare Escentuals Purist 9 pc Collection - Today's Special Value on QVC

Bare Escentuals Purist Collection is the Today's Special Value today on QVC. 

This mineral makeup kit features:

• RareMinerals Skin Revival Treatment--30 day supply
• SPF 15 Foundation--full size
• RareMinerals Healthy Radiance in copper rose glow--full size
• Purist Eye Color in butter chiffon--full size
• Harmony Eye Color in deep satin taupe--full size
• Promise Blush in pink tangerine--full size
• Raspberry 100% Natural Lip Gloss in rich berry rose--full size
• Double-Ended Shadow/Liner brush--full size
• Multitasking Face Brush--full size
• White Deluxe Train Case with two organizer trays--exclusive to QVC

The Bare Escentuals Purist Collection (A86357) retails at $ 96.72 and will be available on QVC through midnight EST tonight or while supplies last.  There is also an auto-delivery option available.  Do you plan on ordering?  Let me know in the comments!

Photo credit QVC

PCA Skin Brightening Therapy

Hyperpigmentation and skin discoloration are common problems, but finding an effective solution is often a challenge.  PCA Skin Brightening Therapy with TrueTone is a new alternative.  It's innovative combination of natural and bioengineered brighteners is clinically proven to reduce all types of skin discoloration.

Brightening Therapy with TrueTone combines clinically proven ingredients that not only inhibit the production of tyrosinase (the enzyme responsible for initiating the pigment response), but also act as powerful antioxidants.  Studies demonstrate comparable results to kojic acid and hydroquinone with no irritation. It also calms and soothes the skin as it protects from future free-radical damage.

I do have areas of hyperpigmentation so I was anxious to try PCA Skin Brightening Therapy.  I found that twice daily use on a long term basis did result in improvements in the areas of hyperpigmentation on my skin (although still a work in progress).  I didn't experience any burning or irritation using this product.  And a reminder that use of a daily sunscreen is a must!

PCA Skin Brightening Therapy retails at $ 48 and is available at DermStore and SkincareRx.

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Creative Nail Design Spring 2009 Trends

What was the #1 designer favorite color and nail look at the spring 09 fashion shows? Opaque flesh tone to elongate hands and match clean faces.  CND's Cocoa – seen at Giambattista Valli, Nina Ricci, Araks, Max Azria, Halston, Jason Wu, Ashley Isham, Karen Walker, Felder Felder, Graeme Black, Thakoon, Peter Som... to list a few.  

The top nail trends for the spring and summer are:

• Whitewashes: Creamy and iridescent white shades lighten things up.
• Shades of Gold: Whether 24-karat or honey bronze, bling abounds.
• Gothic Tones: A trace of red? A hint of blue? No matter, as long as it’s almost black.
• Solid Foundation: Opaque nudes — not just for the face anymore.
• Kind of Blue: From navy to deep sky, there seems no limit.
• Reds Return: From bright Wildfire to dark Decadence

I love the foundation tones like Cocoa (pictured above; courtesy of CND).  It's an updated look-- so modern and chic.  I definitely plan to pick up several of the opaque nude colors for Spring.

Creative Nail Design products can be found in salons, beauty supply stores and retailers like Ulta.  For additional information, check the CND website.

AlphaDerma CE Anti-Aging Treatment

AlphaDerma CE by Janson Beckett Cosmeceuticals is an anti-aging skin treatment designed to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, as well as repair and restore skin back to it's youthful appearance.  Billed as "the best, safest alternative to Botox", this lotion does come with clinical data.  (In the interest of fair balance, the only product that can give "Botox-like" results is Botox.)

The formula in this product contains 8 active ingredients, including Argireline 10%, alpha lipoic acid and Vitamin C Ester, DMAE, soy, soluble collagen and elastin, as well as UVA/UVB protection.  I like the fact that AlphaDerma CE has ingredients that work in a synergistic fashion to give you reliable and visible results.  

Clinicals with Argireline (one of the main ingredients in AlphaDerma CE) show a 27% reduction of depth of wrinkles after only 30 days and a 17% reduction of wrinkles around the eyes after only 15 days of treatment. Tests also show a 39% improvement in smoothness, 42% improvement of dryness and 45% improvement in overall skin tone.

I have been using AlphaDerma CE twice daily for approximately the last 6 weeks and during that time, I did notice improvement in my skin.  My forehead was noticeably smoother.  I also noticed improved skin tone and clarity.  I should also mention that in my opinion, my skin responded to treatment with AlphaDerma CE rather quickly.  The lotion-based formula is odorless and is not sticky.  I would say the 4 oz. bottle would last a fairly long time.

AlphaDerma CE retails at $ 129.95.  You can get more information and purchase AlphaDerma CE on the Janson Beckett website in addition to other online retailers like Skinstore.

MISSION Skincare and Olympic Medalist Amanda Beard on HSN!

MISSION Skincare is a new line of performance skincare created by some of the world's best athletes.  Athletes like tennis superstar Serena Williams, professional basketball player Steve Nash, Gold Medal skateboarder Ryan Sheckler, professional soccer player Mia Hamm, Gold Medal snowboarder Gretchen Bleiler, Gold Medal swimmer Amanda Beard and professional basketball player Carmelo Anthony.

The MISSION Skincare™ starting lineup includes:

• Daily Offense SPF 30 Stick
• Lip Protector SPF 20 
• Foot Synergy Gel
• Anti-Friction Cream
• After-Sun & Wind Revive Gel

Amanda Beard, one of the brand's co-founders and 7 time Olympic Medalist, will be appearing on HSN tomorrow to debut MISSION Skincare.  Tune in on Thursday, January 29th at 7:00AM  EST (HSN Today Show), 8:00PM EST (Beauty Report) and at 1:00 AM January 30th to learn more about MISSION Skincare. 

You don't need to be an athlete to reap the benefits of MISSION Skincare.  I love the Lip Protector SPF 20 and named it as one of my "best winter lip treatments"!