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Product Review: King of Shaves Alphagel Shave Gel Sensitive Skin

Posted in Contests, Shave Products, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , on August 3, 2011| 1 Comment »

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King Of Shaves Alphagel Shave Gel Sensitive Skin

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King Of Shaves Alphagel Shave Gel Sensitive Skin Ingredients List

Overall Rating: ★★★★☆
Price: $ (under $10) – Available at Target, Remington, and King of Shaves Direct.
Scent: Cool blend of tea tree oil, spearmint, and camphor.
I Like: the gel’s cooling effect.  It’s an excellent value.  Not animal tested.  Made in the UK.
Not a fan of: the sodium laureth sulfate.

Not long ago, I was still using shave gel in a can.  I thought the thick foam from canned shave gels and creams made for superior, less-irritating shaves.  I was wrong.  Most canned shaving products contain synthetic ingredients that can actually dry out and irritate sensitive skin.  For those of you with sensitive skin still searching for a reasonably priced shave gel in a tube, may I suggest trying King of Shaves Alphagel Shave Gel.  It contains aloe vera and tea tree oil to help soothe your skin.  The gel’s translucence eliminates the guesswork in shaving – you see exactly where your blade is touching your skin.  The energizing blend of spearmint and camphor cools and helps to wake you up in the morning.  It has a medicinal, but tolerable scent – I actually like it.  Try using this shave gel if you’re on a budget and have sensitive skin.

Want a shot at winning this great product?

To find out how to qualify, please visit the Contests section.  One lucky winner will be randomly selected.  The deadline to qualify for this contest is August 8, 2011 at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time.  Good luck!

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How to Treat Acne Naturally

Posted in Advice, Face Washes and Scrubs, Moisturizers: Face, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on July 30, 2011| 1 Comment »

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Natural one-two punch against acne: Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Purifying Gel Cleanser and Daily Moisturizing Lotion

Combating acne can be an agonizing experience.  We prick and pinch blemishes only to realize such actions only worsen the situation – infection and scarring are common results.  There are so many acne treatment options available, but few of them actually seem to work.  When I was a foolish teenager, I used alcohol astringents to dry out my skin – not a smart move.  By drying out my skin, these products actually increased oil production, which led to even more pimples.  It wasn’t until I discovered and starting using skincare products with salicylic acid or willow bark that I began to see a noticeable change in my complexion.  Products with salicylic acid are readily available at your local drugstore.  Simply go to the acne-treatment aisle and look for lotions, gels, and washes with this effective ingredient – Neutrogena and Clean and Clear are just two easy-to-find brands that feature salicylic acid.  I prefer to use more natural products and have experienced positive results using the face wash and moisturizer from the Burt’s Bees Natural Acne Solutions line.  These products contain salicylic acid derived from willow bark.  With regular use day and night, I have maintained a clear complexion when using the gel cleanser and daily moisturizing lotion.  Whatever you do, remember to avoid products that contain alcohol.

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Our Latest Giveaway: Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel

Posted in Contests, Shave Products, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , on July 28, 2011| Leave a Comment »

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Win this: Dr. Bronner's Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel

Our latest giveaway features Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel.  To find out how to qualify for our giveaways please visit the Contests section.  One lucky winner will be randomly selected.  The deadline to qualify for this contest is Monday, August 1st at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time.  Good luck!

See our review for Dr. Bronner’s Organic Spearmint Peppermint Shaving Soap Gel here.

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Our Latest Giveaway: The Real Shaving Company Shave Cream – Sensitive Formula

Posted in Contests, Shave Products, Videos, tagged , , , , , , on July 21, 2011| Leave a Comment »

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Win this: The Real Shaving Company Sensitive Formula Shave Cream

Our latest giveaway features The Real Shaving Company’s Sensitive Formula Shave Cream.  To find out how to qualify for our giveaways please visit the Contests section.  One lucky winner will be randomly selected.  The deadline to qualify for this contest is Monday, July 25th at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time.  Good luck!

See our review for the The Real Shaving Company’s Sensitive Formula Shave Cream here.

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Our Latest Giveaway: Zirh Body Bar – Ends July 18, 2011

Posted in Body Washes and Soaps, Contests, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , on July 13, 2011| Leave a Comment »

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Win this: Zirh Body Bar

Our latest giveaway features the fresh-smelling, body acne-clearing Zirh Body Bar.  To find out how to qualify for our giveaways please visit the Contests section.  One lucky winner will be randomly selected.  The deadline to qualify for this contest is Monday, July 18th at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time.  Good luck!

See our review for the Zirh Body Bar here.

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Differences Between Mineral and Chemical Sunscreens

Posted in Advice, Sunscreens/Sunblocks, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , on July 13, 2011| 2 Comments »

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Product Review: Kiehl’s Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap

Posted in Body Washes and Soaps, Contests, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on July 6, 2011| Leave a Comment »

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Kiehl's Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap with Ingredients List

Overall Rating: ★★★★★
Price: $$ ($10-$20) – Available at Kiehl’s and Nordstrom.
Scent: Refreshing citrus.
I Liked: the scent, its effectiveness at exfoliating, and how long the bar lasted.
I didn’t like: nothing.  However, those with body acne or other skin conditions may want to consider a less-abrasive exfoliating soap or cleanser.

I’m normally not a fan of bar soaps, as most of them typically contain harsh synthetic ingredients that over-dry and irritate the skin.  Kiehl’s Ultimate Man Body Scrub Soap is an exception.  It has an invigorating citrus scent that is masculine, but not overpowering.  The combination of bran, oatmeal, and pumice effectively sloughs away dull, flaky skin.  Because the soap is quite abrasive, I do not recommend using it on the face or on any area of the body with acne.  I was pleasantly surprised at how well the bar held up in the shower.  It didn’t get soft like the majority of the soaps I’ve used.  Spoil yourself by giving this refreshing, exfoliating bar soap a try.

Want a shot at winning this great Kiehl’s product?

To find out how to qualify, please visit the Contests section.  One lucky winner will be randomly selected.  The deadline to qualify for this contest is Sunday, July 10th at 11:59pm Pacific Standard Time.  Good luck!

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Stretch Marks: Not Just a Woman’s Problem

Posted in Advice, Health, Moisturizers: Body, Videos, tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , on July 2, 2011| Leave a Comment »

Stretch marks suck.  They occur when the skin can’t keep up with the rapid growth of the body due to weight gain,  hormones/puberty/growth spurts, or muscle building.  They easily appear but they don’t naturally completely disappear.  Try stretching a thick, old rubber band and you’ll see what essentially happens to the skin when it expands too quickly.  Stretch marks affect a number of people, from pregnant women to male athletes.  We can’t escape them, but we can do our best to avoid them.  Here are some simple over-the-counter tips to keep the stretch marks to a minimum:

Prevention

Regularly moisturize any areas of the body that stretch with lotions or creams containing shea or cocoa butter as well as vitamin e.  Natural serums and oils rich in vitamin e, antioxidants, and essential fatty acids such as 100% pure argan oil also work well at preventing stretch marks and scars by nourishing the skin and helping to increase the skin’s elasticity.  Areas of the body that are susceptible to stretch marks include the upper arms, underarms, pectorals, thighs, hips, back, breasts, around the knees, belly (front and sides), and buttocks.  If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, try using pure shea or cocoa butter.  While extremely viscous and nutty smelling, these butters help make the skin much more elastic and thus more adaptable to rapid expansion.

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Body creams made with shea or cocoa butter aid in making the skin more elastic.

Over-the Counter Treatment

There is no true natural remedy for treating existing stretch marks.  You can, however, help diminish the appearance of stretch marks by regularly applying scar gels such as Mederma and Derma E.  Keep in mind that if you use scar gels, they should be applied five times daily in order for them to be somewhat effective.  Don’t expect miracles.  If you’re lucky, you may notice some slight improvement over a two month period of using scar gels.

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Scar gels can help diminish the appearance of existing stretch marks.

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