Four Simple Steps for Busy Beauties

See the full post on beautyXpose It’s February – how are you doing with those New Year’s resolutions? If taking better care of your skin is a goal – and, I hope it is – you can accomplish this without a lot of stress, drama or cash. Just like every other form of self-improvement, a healthy skin lifestyle is a commitment to performing a daily regimen consistently. Skin care is like working out; just can’t just lift a weight once, or only cleanse your skin, and expect to look amazing. There are basic things you need to do daily. Beauties, regardless of your crazy busy schedule, these steps are simple to incorporate into your lifestyle. Let’s begin by opening your beauty cabinet: How many products do you see? 10, 20, more than you can count? Let’s simplify to no more than three to four steps in the morning and at night. In the morning, ...

Bright Eyes and Bold Lips for Valentine’s Day

Master your Valentine's Day makeup with these tips from Skin Authority skin coach and makeup artist, Ashley. Ashley explains and demonstrates the best tips for prepping and executing a cat eye and bold red lip. http://youtu.be/JW7NkNhSmVs?list=UU3jhgDs_SsqK1VVtE6mpC_w Products mentioned in video:

Your Masters Class in Cleansing

Should you be alternating your cleansers? How much do cleansing devices actually help? What is the best way to remove your eye makeup? Skin Authority skin coach Katie is back to answer more of your frequently asked questions about how to get your most professional at-home cleanse. http://youtu.be/70cFHYWvHtA?list=UU3jhgDs_SsqK1VVtE6mpC_w Do you have questions for a skin coach? Let us know in the comments below and we will answer them in an upcoming video! Products mentioned in the video:

Are you using the right cleanser? FAQs and Cleansing Tips

Skin Authority skin coach Katie is here to answer your most frequently asked questions about choosing a cleanser, ingredients to include and avoid, and how to get your best cleanse at home. http://youtu.be/2uAgon0Ebgg?list=PLFE9FEAE0BD5DEB5A Leave more of your skin care questions in the comments below and we'll answer them in a new video! Shop products in the video:

Radiant Holiday Beauty Tips

The holidays are full of parties and get-togethers that will have you trying out new makeup looks. The real trick to achieving a radiant holiday makeup look is not layering on the illuminator - it is your skin prep. Skin coach Ashley takes you through how to achieve your best radiant makeup look: http://youtu.be/9V7QWh3OdvA?list=PLBE016C4EEF6E2C94 Featured products: Reviving Eye Brightener          Ultra Rich Moisturizer

Sprinkle Vitamin D Goodness Into Your Favorite Thanksgiving Recipes

The revolutionary, all natural VitaD Fortified™ Spice Powder is made from 100% Portobello mushrooms and is packed with Vitamin D. It's mild, savory flavor blends perfectly with the wonderful tastes of Thanksgiving. Just 1 teaspoon equals 150% of the recommended daily value of D. So, sprinkle in all your favorite recipes to help those you love replenish their body's D levels. Here are some quick suggestions on how to incorporate it into your recipes. http://youtu.be/BSCj2RoqhVI Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon: Ingredients: 1 pound (or however many you want) fresh brussels sprouts Sea Salt Pepper Garlic, minced Bacon, chopped Drizzle of Olive Oil 1 teaspoon of VitaD Fortified™ Whole Food Spice Powder Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Wash brussels sprouts, removing outer leaves and stems. Cut each in half. Make sure the sprouts are dry and not dripping in water. Toss sprouts, sea salt, pepper, VitaD Fortified™ Whole Food Spice Powder, and minced garlic in a bowl, drizzling just enough olive oil to lightly ...

Radiant Skin for Fall

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Most of the country is well into fall by now (southern California seems to be stuck in an endless summer!). Fall can be a tricky time of year for your skin because it is transitioning between the warm, humid summer air and crisp, dry winter air. The best thing you can do for your skin is keep a consistent skin care routine to allow your skin to seamlessly transition between summer and winter. Wear sunscreen! It doesn't matter that you are not outside in the sun or that it is cloudy; you always need to wear sunscreen. When you are not in direct sunlight (whether it is cloudy or you are indoors by a window), the UVB rays are blocked, so you may not see a sunburn, however the UVA rays still penetrate your skin. UVA rays are very long and penetrate deep into the dermis layer of the skin, where new ...

Is Your Workplace Making You Unhealthy?

Many of us spend at least one-third of our day and half of our waking hours in the workplace. For something that consistently consumes so much of our time, it is important to make sure it is as healthy as possible. We're looking into 5 potential health traps at work and how you can correct them. Unhealthy: Sitting for extended periods of time. Sitting too much is linked to many diseases including diabetes, obesity, cardiovascular disease, cancer, and depression. Between driving to work, sitting for the vast majority of the work day, driving home, and watching a few hours of television per night, the majority of the American population is sitting for up to 15 hours of their day. Working out improves overall health, however it does not negate any excessive sitting time. Make it healthy: Aside from taking time each day to exercise, become more active in your non-workout time. When you are on ...

The Benefits of Facial Massage

We all love spa treatments. Facials, massages, and body treatments have been touted in the past as "luxuries," but more research is backing these special treatments as vital to achieving optimal health, and not just another superfluous expense. Each treatment has a long list of health benefits, but today we are going to focus on one of the favorite parts of a facial: the facial massage and lymphatic drainage. Although there are many different techniques (just one quick search on YouTube yields hundreds of thousands of results), there are some common techniques that can help improve your skin, facial tone, and overall health. What is facial massage? Facial massage is not only a relaxing ritual, but it is an everyday part of a skin care routine in many places around the world, particularly in Asia. It is used by makeup artists to help prep skin for everything from red carpet events and photoshoots ...

What are Parabens?

When shopping for cosmetic and body products, have you come across the label “paraben free”? Or have you made an effort to choose products that say “paraben free” without really knowing what parabens are? Today, we’re explaining what parabens are and why you should be looking for paraben-free products. What are they? Parabens are anti-microbials that are used as preservatives in cosmetic products. These preservatives allow products to survive for months or years with minimal contamination, however they also can enter your body through your skin when you use them. Parabens come in a variety of chain lengths and the effects of all parabens are not the same. Where are they? You will find parabens in about 85% of cosmetics and personal care products, including shampoos, mascaras, foundations, and body lotions. Typically, there are multiple parabens in a product to allow for using a lower amount of each ingredient while increasing preservative activity. How do I ...