As we head into Spring and Summer, our skin care needs change. Gone are the long days of winter and dry itchy skin. Now we need to figure out what moisturizer to wear that won’t clog pores or sweat off during the day or our workout.

When choosing an oil free moisturizer you want to ensure it is still going to hydrate skin enough. Looking closely at ingredients will make the difference between an ‘okay’ moisturizer and a ‘fantastic’ one. Look for products that contain some type of hydrating acid, like Hyaluronic. Hyaluronic Acid is one of our favorite ingredients because it is natural and incredibly hydrating. Hyaluronic Acid hold 1000 times its own weight in water and acts similarly to collagen within our skin.

If keeping natural is important to you then look for a moisturizer that contains a heavy duty triple threat anti-oxidant like Organic Tea. Goldfaden Since1967 Skincare’s 3-in-1 Daily Moisturizer (www.GoldfadenSince1967.com) contains Organic Red Tea extract which helps with inflammation, irritation and delivers essential vitamins A,C and E! This moisturizer will hydrate and nourish skin and the fragrance is light and delicious.

If you have extremely sensitive skin or extremely oily skin you may like a new product we came across called SPAfrica Oil Free Seaweed moisturizer (http://www.spafrica.com/). This light weight moisturizer almost feels like a serum, it’s that light! Seaweed increases cellular density of skin and assists with barrier protection. Who doesn’t want that? This moisturizer is oil free and fragrance free. SPAfrica is ‘one to watch’ as a natural efficacious skincare line!

There are many different types of massage – Swedish, deep tissue, hot stone, etc – and most people associate massage with relaxation. It is true that a massage is an amazing form of relaxation and stress release, but is a massage good for you too?

There are many health benefits of a massage that most people are not aware. One of the main benefits is that a massage reduces fatigue and can help you handle stress better. According to many industry leading sources, stress is one of the most common causes of disease. Reducing stress will help prevent exposure to disease.

Regular Massage also reduces inflammation in soar muscles and allows oxygen to better flow through the blood stream. There have also been numerous studies done citing massage as a weight loss remedy. Although the results are a bit inconclusive, massage has been shown to reduce cellulite by breaking up young fat cells before they have time to mature.

So next time you are in need of some relaxation or stress release, don’t second guess yourself about getting a massage because not only will be doing good for your mind, body, and overall health – it may just save your life in the long run!

To Learn more visit: Mayo Clinic – Massage

How many times have you said, “I just don’t have time to get a mani!”. Well, now you can fix that problem at home in ten minutes! My beauty Match nail art junkie just showed up with the most amazing nails ever! KISS nail artist are stickers for your nails. They look like the BEST manicure you’ve ever had. Offered in so many colors and patterns your head will spin when trying to decide…… All you do is stick them on your clean nail and then file off the excess sticker. Brilliant! My Beauty Match nail junkie chose black and silver lace and they are amazing! You can find them at Walgreens and at $8.99 you can get a few for yourself and for stocking stuffers!

Switch up your hair this holiday Season

It is holiday party season and you want to look your best. This year try something new and daring with your hair style. Ballerina buns are all the rage right now and they’re easier to create than you think. All you need to do is google ‘how to make a bun” and you will find a wealth of youtube tutorials. You can also invest in a very affordable sock bun kit, which is basically just a sock with the toe cut off and then rolled( easy to make at home….hint hint). Add some dangly earrings and “hello gorgeous!”, you’re ready for any holiday party.

Kate Hudson Glows

We all know by now that exfoliation is the key to glowing, tight, even skin tone. However, in a world full of scrubs how is a girl to choose?  We looked to one of our favorite celebrities and trend setters, the beautiful Kate Hudson, to see what she uses to get her gorgeous glow.  Kate is over the moon about GOLDFADEN MD’s DOCTOR’S SCRUB, which she shared in the October issue of People Style Watch. DOCTOR’S SCRUB utilizes ruby crystal, seaweed extract and hyaluronic acid to stimulate cell renewal by polishing away dead surface cells, leaving skin brighter, clearer and younger-looking. If it is good enough for Kate, its good enough for the My Beauty Match Beauties! Available at www.goldfadenmd.com.

Look Amazing in Every Picture!

Thanks to the legendary makeup mogul and celebrity photographer, Davis Factor, we will now have seven quick tips on how to look better in photographs! Glamour magazine asked Davis the seven most important things to do or not do when being photographed.

1. Apply your makeup in the same light that you will be photographed in.
2. Use a light reflecting concealer. This is will help to keep under eye darkness at bay.
3. Easy on the blush!
4. Use and anti-shine product like Smashbox ANTI-SHINE! This helps even the oiliest of skin look matte and radiant!
5. Get creative with your face and body.  Tilt a hip or turn your head slightly. A camera hates a head on shot and it can make you appear larger than you really are.
6. NO Gum. You will inevitably mess your makeup and the act of chewing make wrinkles and fine-lines more prominent.

What BB Cream Should I Use?

BB Creams are the hottest thing to hit the beauty market since mineral makeup! Every company seems to have come out with their own version and it can be difficult to choose which is correct for you. My Beauty Match Junkie is back at it trying BB Creams from around the world. A few she decided to write home about are Loreal Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator, Dr. Jart+ Black Label Detox and Bobbi Brown BB Cream SPF 35 PA+++.

Loreal Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator has many instant benefits such as, evening out skintone, adding a little illumination to the skin, creating a feeling of dewey-ness and providing an SPF of 15.  This BB Cream goes on light, comes in two shades(some only come in one shade-eeks!) and is suitable for all skin types.  The only downside to this BB cream is the fragrance.  Dr. Jart+ Black Label Detox BB Cream comes in the most gorgeous box and pump! Black, sleek and sexy this is a product you’d be proud to have floating around your bag. This BB cream has an SPF of 25, uses botanicals that help soothe skin and blemishes while detoxifying and providing natural coverage. While this BB Cream isn’t the “cleanest” on the market it definitely covers well and protects from the sun.

Last but not least the Queen of Makeup recently threw her hat into the BB Cream arena and we think she did a very good job! Bobbi Brown BB Cream SPF 35 PA+++ offers an SPF of 35, helps to reduce redness and the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and large pores.  She was also very clever in developing this BB Cream in three shades as to offer natural and full coverage for everyone.

BB up ladies!
L’Oreal Youth Code BB Cream Illuminator SPF 15, Medium, 2.5 fl oz

Soap is out!

Mama Mio – Supermama Kit

Soap will dry your skin out-even the most hydrating of bars. O Mega Shower Cream from mama mio skincare is the perfect solution to soap.  This hydrating, calming, softening shower cream contains aloe vera, sweet almond oil, chamomile and arnica extract! Add it to a loofah and go!

Everyday there is a new skincare line coming to market. The shelves have gotten so crowded that it’s almost impossible to separate the good from the bad. A couple key things to look for when shopping for proven skincare are:

-Natural Ingredients

-Physician Developed

-Results Oriented

Recently My Beauty Match was introduced to a skincare brand called Dermedicine (www.dermedicine.com). The product line is a problem solution based treatment line developed by a leading group of Dermatologists and Plastic Surgeons. The products also only use Natural Ingredients and have some pretty impressive clinical results.The brand had all 3 major attributes that we look for when shopping for quality anti aging products and we were very excited to try them.

Our in house editors tried the line for a few weeks and the results were great. Products were easy to use, felt really good, and smelled great. Our skin is feeling tighter, brighter, and rejuvenated. The only small negative is the price, however they do run sales  from time to time.

So if you are looking for a great skincare line definitely check out Dermedicine – you will not be disappointed!

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During the holiday its very important to stay hydrated and exercise. Too much sugar and alcohol can wreak havoc on our skin and the way our bodies feel. Water can help to alleviate these naughty yummies from sticking around on our face and hips….. Try to always drink at least 8 glasses of water a day. During the holidays try and up that to 10 a day. A good rule of thumb when drinking at holiday parties is, between each alcoholic drink have a glass of water. This will help keep you hydrated and not drunk. Go easy on the salt and sugar and try to go for a run the next morning. Your hips and skin will thank you! Happy Holidays!

To get extensions or not?

Everyone wants dark, long full eyelashes. We have written about products and eyelash strips before, but now My Beauty Match Insider Junkie has gotten extensions! First off, they look amazing and natural. She said it took about an hour and the initial cost is $200. Every 4-5 weeks you may need a fill which can cost anywhere from $50-$80. Yes it is expensive but imagine never having to buy or wear mascara again! For those of you who work out or have a career that requires you to be very active, extensions are the prefect solution.

If you decide to be brave and try this make sure you goto a reputable place or person. they should explain to you what size and length of las they will use. Silk lashes are the best but you need to have healthy lashes to begin with. Medical grade glue should be used as to not cause an allergic reaction. Our vote is yes, get extensions and you will be batting your lashes just in time for the mistletoe!

To spray or not to spray?

We know outdoor/natural tanning is bad, tanning beds are a no-no and spray tans are on the outs… So what is a girl to do during the winter months to get a healthy golden glow? My Beauty Match product junkie says- “spray organically”. The hottest tanning product to hit the market is organic spray tans. SJolie contains none of the yucky unhealthy ingredients found in traditional spray tans. Now you can be tan and natural!

Celebrity Hair 2 Days Later

How do celebs keep their hair looking freshly done all the time? We think we have the answer, Living Proof Prime Style Extender! This style extender hair primer leaves your hair looking like you just stepped out of your stylist chair, even after 2 days! Living Proof is one of our favorite haircare brands at My Beauty Match, because the products really work! Available at Sephora, so run don’t walk!

Irresistible Kristen Stewart

Okay, so she cheated but we’re sure its because he couldn’t resist her scent! Kristen Stewart recently started wearing Balenciaga Florabotanica eau de parfum. She said she’s never even worn perfume until now and that she loves this sexy scent!  Available at Neiman Marcus and if it’s good enough for KStewart then its good enough for us!

Thick Shiny Hair

WEN® Cucumber Aloe Cleansing Conditioner 16oz

My Beauty Match haircare junkie has recently gone even blonder for the summer. Her hair always looks super shiny and thick, which can be difficult after processing.  She swears by Wen by Chaz Dean.  Wen is a cleansing conditioner, so your hair is never stripped of its essential oils. Shampooing takes oils off the hair and can leave it dry, brittle and limp. Wen use to only be sold on QVC but is now offered in Sephora! She says after you try it once you will never go back to shampoo. Here’s to gorgeous hair!

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The Do’s and Don’t of Shaving/Waxing

Summer is here and our legs need to be shaved/waxed for the beach and short dresses! But over shaving/waxing can lead to irritation and unsightly bumps.

Goldfaden Blueberry and Pomegranate Anti-Glycation Hydrating Serum

A few quick tips to keep legs smooth and silky:

• Exfoliate before shaving/waxing to remove dead skin cells. Try Cosmesis Skincare Self Microdermbarsion Body Wash( $45; www.cskincare.com)

• Try applying an oil before shaving, we like The Art of Shaving Pre-Shave Oil($22; theartofshaving.com)

• Try using a powder before applying wax to coat the skin. We like Shoba Talc-Free Powder($7; myshoba.com)

• Apply a hydrating serum and cream post shaving to relieve irritation and seal in moisture. My Beauty Match skincare junkie recommends Goldfaden Skincare’s Pure Power Serum($85; Goldfaden.com) which can used on the face and bikini area too! Or  try Kiehl’s Razor Bump Relief($28; Kiehls.com) will seal in moisture and keep skin from getting irritated and bumpy.

And no matter what you do not go into the ocean after shaving! The salt stings the skin and can cause red bumps. Now you have all your tools to look smooth and soft all summer long!

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