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Elizabeth Arden Gentle Line Smoothing Exfoliator

Elizabeth Arden Gentle Line Smoothing Exfoliator solves the problem of over-zealous exfoliation
with it's many nourishing ingredients to insure that skin is left feeling hydrated as well as smooth and glowing.  Ceramides, shea butter, botanicals and antioxidants vitamins A,C and E are just a few of the ingredients in Gentle Line Smoothing Exfoliator that have helped it become one of my favorite exfoliators. 

Instead of leaving your skin feeling taut, dry and overworked, the micro-fine polishing beads in this super-creamy formula leave skin plumper, smoother and moisturized. You'll love how it feels on your skin.

For best results, use Elizabeth Arden Gentle Line Smoothing Exfoliator one to two times per week.  What I like is that it's not harsh on your skin; even someone with sensitive skin should be able to use this product.

Elizabeth Arden Gentle Line Smoothing Exfoliator retails at $27 and is available in department stores and online at www.elizabetharden.com.

Don't miss: mark Instant Vacation Costa Rica Collection

 

Whether it's vacation or staycation, you'll love the mark Instant Vacation Costa Rica Collection.  The line is made up of body products, fragrance and makeup.  Not only is it value-priced, but it's a beauty line that performs.

These are my favorite products:

mark Instant Vacation Costa Rica Fragrance Mist:  From the first mist, you'll instantly feel like you've landed on a tropical island.  Top notes of iced watermelon and pink guava are juicy and inviting; mid notes go floral with dewy Mango Flower and Costa Rican Orchid.  The drydown finishes with Driftwood, Warm Sand Accord and Watery Musks.  Seriously--at $16 you can't miss with mark.  It's a light fragrance that anyone from 15 to 50 can wear (pictured above).

mark Instant Vacation Costa Rica Body Smoothing Exfoliator:  This product does double duty, both cleansing and exfoliating at the same time.  I've been the mark Instant Vacation Costa Rica Body Smoothing Exfoliator  before self-tanning and love the way it buffs off dead, dry skin and leaves my skin glowing.  It smells heavenly and is an affordable $10.

mark Instant Vacation Costa Rica Eye Excursions Eyeshadow Trio:  You can't beat this trio of colorful eyeshadows that help create an exotic look.  Three shades--Ocean Hues, Jungle Love (pictured) and Beach Babe go on silky smooth and provide multiple looks.  I have the Jungle Love - perfect for wearing to the beach or pool.

mark Instant Vacation Costa Rica Collection is available through Avon or mark representatives or online at www.avon.com.

Bobbi Brown Beach Collection

Nothing says "summer's here" like the Bobbi Brown Beach Collection.  This scent of summer is a blend of sand jasmine, sea spray and mandarin.  It's light and fresh and wearable by just about everyone.  If you're looking for gift ideas, you can't miss with an assortment of products from the Beach Collection.

Here are some favorites:

Beach Sandbar Soap:  Brought back by popular demand, this soft soap works up a nice lather, yet exfoliates skin with a thin layer of sand on the top.  And it's lightly scented with the Beach fragrance. Smells and works great!  $16.00.

Beach Body Lotion is a lightweight body moisturizer that can help prolong the life of your tan.  It contains a blend of Aloe Vera, Jojoba, Olive and Sunflower Oils along with Green Tea and Vitamin E.  The Beach Body Lotion is perfect for fragrance-layering. $35.00

Beach Body Scrub, like all the products in the collection, is lightly scented with the Beach fragrance.  Orange Peel and pumice help to exfoliate the body and smooth skin, while Shea butter and essential oils lock in moisture. $35.00

The Bobbi Brown Beach Collection is available at Bobbi Brown counters nationwide and at www.bobbibrown.com.

Sothys Delicious Scrub and Energizing Shower Gel

 

Sothys luxury Parisian skincare line has introduced two new products, the Delicious Scrub and Energizing Shower Gel.  Both products contain 100% natural active ingredients and essential oils well known for their positive effects on body and spirit. Sothys is a wonderful line of products, known and carried by some of the best spas.

Delicious Scrub: A sensuous texture, with a spicy aroma, thanks to essential oils of ginger, nutmeg, orange and mandarin, which soften and delicately perfume the skin. You can smell the spices as soon as you open the jar!  This exfoliating treatment buffs away dryness, leaving your skin smooth and glowing. You can apply on wet or dry skin, according to the level of exfoliation desired. A spatula is included.  Price: $44

Energizing Shower Gel:  I loved the feel of this creamy shower gel, scented with eucalyptus, cardamom, nutmeg, and neroli essential oils. The fresh fragrance isn't overpowering and lathers up into a rich treat for your skin.  If you don't mind sharing, I would almost consider this a unisex product.  Price: $24

For additional information on Sothys Delicious Scrub and Energizing Shower Gel, visit www.sothys-usa.com.

Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Body Intensive Exfoliating Treatment

Kate Somerville has introduced new ExfoliKate Body Intensive Exfoliating Treatment.  This means ExfoliKate users can rejoice and get their glow on for summer!

Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Body Intensive Exfoliating Treatment works in a similar fashion to the facial treatment, but it's formulated to be used on the body.  A combination of papaya and pumpkin enzymes digest dead skin cells and gentle beads buff them away.  Glycolic Acid and lactic acid polish and refine, while rich emollients leave skin supple.  Caffeine stimulates, as well as tightens and firms, while bergamot and lavendar oils combine for a soothing scent.

I absolutely love this product, but that's not surprising, since facial ExfoliKate is one of my favorite skincare products ever.  While I love to use scrubs, the ExfoliKate Body Intensive Exfoliating Treatment is more like a thick gel and doesn't leave a gritty feeling on your skin.  This is a perfect formula for summer, especially good to use before self-tanning application.

You can use ExfoliKate Body Intensive Exfoliating Treatment in the shower, morning or evening 1 - 2 times per week.  I've incorporated it into my "regular" ExfoliKate routine, so that when I do my face, I also ExfoliKate my body.  Don't worry--you won't confuse the products.  While ExfoliKate for your face is a green color, ExfoliKate Body is a pale milky white color.  You leave ExfoliKate Body on for a couple of minutes and then rinse your way to smooth, soft skin.

Kate Somerville ExfoliKate Body Intensive Exfoliating Treatment retails at $95 and is available at Sephora, Spalook.com and at the Kate Somerville website.