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Luxist Giveaway: 3 TwinLuxe Men's Skin Care Products $100 Giftcards

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Luxist Giveaway: 3 TwinLuxe Men's Skin Care Products $100 Giftcards

Thanks to TwinLuxe, we have three $100 giftcards for any of their products (including high-end shaving kits, shaving creams, and other men's skin care products). TwinLuxe is a newer brand offering luxury shaving products for men, and the accessories to go with them. I initially announced and reviewed one of their shaving kits here. TwinLuxe offers seven skin care products, each having been specially formulated for the brand. The skin care products range from shaving cream, to post-shave creams, as well as moisturizers. To enter for a chance to win a gift card, all you need to do is visit TwinLuxe's website and choose what your most desired skin care product the offer is - and then comment below with your choice. You can see the full range of TwinLuxe skin care products here. Good luck and follow TwinLuxe on Facebook here.

THANKS TO ALL WHO ENTERED. THE GIVEAWAY IS NOW OVER.

To enter, leave a comment on this post sharing which TwinLuxe skin care product you like most. The giveaway ends on February 11th at 8:00pm PST. See additional rules below.

* To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed before February 11th, 2011 at 8:00PM Pacific Time.
* You may only enter once.
* Three winners will be selected in a random drawing.
* Three winners will each receive one $100 TwinLuxe giftcard that can only be used once, subject to products availability, valued at $100, for full details and restrictions please contact TwinLuxe.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States, and the District of Columbia, who are 18 and older.

See full giveaway rules here.

Ariel Adams publishes the luxury watch reviews site aBlogtoRead.com.

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New Skin Cream Uses Pomegranate Power

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Pomegranate is everywhere these days, showing up in juices, vodkas and teas. The latest pomegranate isn't something you drink, it's something you apply. Pomega5 offers a whole line of treatments that use the power of pomegranate seed oil to hydrate, nourish and heal the skin. The new Grenade Anti Rides Nourishing Cream is an anti-aging cream for mature skin that promises a brighter, more reﬁned and youthful appearance (don't they all?).

The cream uses Omega5, which has been extracted from organic cold-pressed pomegranate seed oil. It is an antioxidant that works to promote cell renewal, stimulates collagen production and minimizes free radical damage. Also knows as punicic acid, it is an essential fatty acid which has recently been analyzed for its ability to help the body fight against cancers, obesity, diabetes, and heart disease.

Tags: anti-ageing skin treatments, anti-aging, anti-aging creams, moisturize, moisturizer, pomega5, pomegranate, pomegranate seed oil, pomegranates, SkinCare

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Five Rules for Maintaining Healthy Skin

by Whitney Jappe (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Our morning routine is no time for self indulgence. Typically, five minutes is all most of us can afford to devote to skin care before we head out for the day. However, incorporating these five skin care rules into your daily lives will ensure that you'll never need more than those 5 minutes to keep up that ageless appearance.

Rule #1: Avoid the sun!

Sure we all look better with a tan, but before this trend was popular, paleness was a sign of beauty and wealth. So where did we go awry? Well leave it to Coco Chanel to ignite a complete reversal of the image when arriving home from a vacation looking bronze. This must have been the birth of the freckle, sun spot, and skin cancer. Thankfully, with the advent of sunless tanning, we can achieve the sun kissed look sans the damage. However, it does not protect our skin from those nasty ultraviolet (UV) rays. So, never leave the house without applying sunscreen, at least SPF 15. Most facial lotions already have it mixed in, but be sure to double check the label. Additionally, avoid the sun during the "Prime Tanning Hours" of 10am-4pm. If you do expect to spend an extended period of time out during this time frame wear sun glasses, and a wide brimmed hat. Squinting leads to the development of crows feet, and UV rays also cause eye damage. Hats provide an extra layer of protection, and will also keep color treated hair from fading prematurely.

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Laila Ali Launches Skincare, Haircare, Fragrances Line

by Lisa Palladino (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance, Green, Celebrity Design

Laila Ali Launches Skincare, Haircare, Fragrances Line

Boxing beauty, famous daughter, and singer Laila Ali now has a full line of beauty products -- skincare (Global Complexion), haircare (Global Texture), and fragrances for women (Laila), and men (KO). The line is affordable and strives to be eco-friendly, two things that don't always go hand in hand.

Both the skincare and haircare lines are made with a blend of sulfate- and paraben-free ingredients combined with exclusive Derm Essential moisturizers. Plant derivatives, plant-based compounds, and sea kelp extracts are used for the line's essential oils instead of oils derived from animal products. Organic, hypoallergenic, wrapped in recyclable packaging, and designed for daily use. All products in both lines are $13 each.

Fragrances are $40 for women and $47 for men. Both are a 3.4 oz. EDT spray.

Tags: celebrities, celebrity, fragrance, green, haircare, Laila Ali, organic, perfume, skincare

The New kaplanMD Skincare & Beauty Line

by Ariston Anderson (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

It seems like everyday a new beauty line is coming out of Beverly Hills, the home of gorgeous skin. Yet, we've stumbled across a line debut that is intent on building beauty from within by reversing the damage caused by time and environmental damage. The new product line, by famed dermatologist, Dr. Stuart Kaplan, features a variety of products with a minimum of 10 active ingredients, including kaplanMD's exclusive Phytogenic Triactive Complex, specially formulated to prevent and reverse skin damage.

Tags: beverly hills, dr stuart kaplan, night cream, skincare, skincare products, SkinCareProducts, toner

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Luxist Giveaway: GoodSkin Labs Summer Skincare Package

by Deidre Woollard (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

In the summer months you can't hide your skin, the focus is on minimal makeup and a fresh face so the skin has to be in top shape. GoodSkin Labs sells products designed to pep up the skin and fight future damage. Dr. Paul Jarrod Frank, a New York City-based cosmetic dermatologist is the official GoodSkin Labs Global Consulting Dermatologist working with the scientists at GoodSkin Labs on products to revitalize the skin. We are giving away three important GoodSkin Labs products to keep your skin in top shape this summer.

Everyone needs a moisturizer. The Exten-10™ Instant Youth Boosting Moisturizer SPF 15 offers repair and prevention in one tube. The skin is protected against future damage with a blend of the latest in anti-oxidant technology and sun protecting broad spectrum SPF while a special blend of brightening optics and Hyaluronic Acid helps restore skin's youthful radiance instantly.

Got wrinkles? The Tri-Aktiline Instant Deep Wrinkle Filler is a potent deep-wrinkle formulation that fills fine lines and wrinkles while helping to firm the skin over time. The innovative concentrate helps eliminate the appearance of wrinkles on contact, evening out and smoothing away the look of the deepest, most visible lines.

And finally, the eyes. No one wants tired eyes in the summer time. Eyliplex-2 is a dual system eye treatment with fast acting and long lasting formulas housed in one small convenient package. The day gel awakens the eyes by smoothing and lifting lines while the long-lasting night balm helps recharge and repair the skin's appearance by using a cocktail of ingredients to reduce the appearance of dark circles, restore firmness and further continuing to reduce the appearance of eye area wrinkles.

The company has also created a GoodNotes Facebook application where people can send fun, quirky skincare infused notes to each other like "I hope the wrinkle in your day goes away", "You make laugh lines worth it."

We are giving away ten sets of these three products. Each set has a value of $118.50.

* To enter, leave a confirmed comment below.
* The comment must be left and confirmed before July 19, 2010 at 5:00PM Eastern Time.
* You may only enter once.
* Ten winners will be selected in a random drawing.
* Ten winners will receive one package of The Exten-10™ Instant Youth Boosting Moisturizer SPF 15, Tri-Aktiline Instant Deep Wrinkle Filler and Eyliplex-2 is a dual system eye treatment, valued at a total of $118.50.
* Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia.

See complete giveaway rules here.

This contest is now closed. Thank you for your participation.

Tags: eye cream, luxist giveaway, moisturizer, SkinCare, skincare products, SkinCareProducts, wrinkles

La Vie Celeste Goes to the Golden Globes

by Bobbie Leigh (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Next January's Golden Globe celebrity gift bags will have something new and special ---La Vie Celeste Day and Night Restorative Face Cream. Teri Dourmashkin, who created La Vie Celeste, a new skin care company, which makes face cream, eye cream, cleanser, toner, and a lightweight exfoliating mask, doesn't make foolish promises. Unlike so many new start ups cosmetic industry heads, she is low-key, stressing results but not the flawless skin of a Stepford wife, Instead, she talks about ingredients like R-Lipoic Acid, which she says has superior anti-aging benefits and is more effective than the more commonly used Alpha Lipoic Acid. All of her company's products are gentle, well-tested, and totally non-toxic. "I am a big believer in a simple regime," says Dourmashkin who has a doctorate in health education from Columbia University. "The more ingredients you add to a product, the greater the risk of irritation or a possible allergic reaction. Our products are fragrance free and unlike many brands, we don't load up with essential oils which can be irritating for some women," she says.

Although they will be introduced to retail outlets in the fall, currently you can order La Vie Celeste products online at www.laviecelesteskincare.com. The entire range of products from eye cream to an exfoliating mask are made in Loveland, Colorado in small batches. As one of Dourmashkin's goals is to keep things simple, affordable, yet elegant, her prices are realistic considering their ingredients and effectiveness. A three-piece kit with cleanser, toner, and face cream will set you back only $85 with free shipping, a $20 saving over ordering each item individually. The face cream alone, $45, can be used morning and night, even under the eyes. All of Dourmashkin's products are made for sensitive skin and are not guaranteed to eliminate imperfections, but they can surely lighten, brighten and reduce some of those irritating signs of aging,

Tags: beauty, beauty products, Dr. Teri Dourmashkin, face cream, La Vie Celeste, skin care, SkinCare, skincare products, SkinCareProducts

37 Extreme Actives Wins Readers' Choice Award for Best Skin Cream Line

by Carrie Coolidge (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

37 Extreme Actives wins the Luxist Readers' Choice Award for Best Skin Cream Line.

With a rich mixture of academic and scientific knowledge, Dr. Macrene Alexiades-Armenakas has created an unparalleled line of skin care offerings for her eponymous company. No surprise that her signature product, "37 Extreme Actives," has won the Luxist Awards Readers' Choice Award in the best skin cream category.

Dr. Alexiades-Armenakas started her skin cream line after a more than a decade of impressive preparation. She earned three degrees from Harvard (B.A., M.D., and a Ph.D in genetics), also stopping off at Yale to teach at the medical school and serve as a physician at Yale-New Haven hospital. She started her own private practice in laser and aesthetic dermatology in New York in 2003. Since becoming a board-certified dermatologist, Dr. Alexiades-Armenakas continued her scientific research in skincare, working as a consultant to L'Oreal Paris for three years, conducting clinical trials for pharmaceutical companies and laser device companies, as well as independent research on lasers and her newest work in the lab.

Gallery: 37 Extreme Active

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La Prairie: Cutting-Edge Beauty

by Annie Scott (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

While some people flock to all-natural products, La Prairie knows that scientific advancement can be a very good thing for the skin. Cutting-edge, Switzerland-based La Prairie is nominated for a Readers' Choice Award in Best Bodycare Line.

La Prairie began as part of the innovative and world-famous Clinique brand, based in beautiful Montreux, Switzerland, but since 1982, Laboratoires La Prairie have been separate. Their scientific approach to beauty includes treatments which work on cellular levels, based around their patented Cellular Complex. The exclusive Cellular Complex is said to activate the skin's metabolism, prevent aging, increase the skin's moisture retention (the good kind) and give it longer life. Though powerful, it can be used on even the most delicate skin, and it is included in everything from their hand cream to eye cream.

Gallery: La Prairie

We are particularly impressed with La Prairie's Skin Caviar Luxe Body Emulsion ($195 for 6.8 oz). This satin-light, rich emulsion gently exfoliates as it moisturizes, and actually makes the skin stronger against harsh environmental conditions like precipitation and wind. The marine-derived Cellular Body Emulsion works wonders for damaged skin, and the Cellular Energizing Body Spray firms and revitalizes while giving the user a boost of energy.

Natural creams and oils are certainly good for some, but there are those among us who want a little extra help from science, and our readers have spoken: Swiss La Prarie's products are at the top of their field. If messing around with such powerful elixirs concerns you, you can visit the La Prairie website for an online skin consultation to be sure you find the product that will give you the results you desire.

Vote for the bodycare line that you believe is the best of breed. The voting period runs through May 31st and winners will be announced on June 1.

Tags: awards-main, beauty-main, Cellular Complex, La Prairie, luxist-awards, skincare, SkinCareProducts

Biotherm Homme: Miraculous Powers of Soothing and Rejuvenation

by Carrie Coolidge (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Many of the world's most successful skin care lines boast impressive creation myths, perhaps none more so than Biotherm. For both its heritage and profusion of products, Biotherm Homme has earned a Luxist nomination in the best men's skin care line category.

High in the mountains of France nearly half a century ago, an intrepid biologist chanced upon something quite unusual in the abundant waters of a thermal spring: a type of plankton with miraculous powers of soothing and rejuvenation, as the story goes. After many years and a great deal of research, the purified ingredient, called Vitreoscilla Ferment, was patented for use in skin care.

Gallery: Biotherm Homme

Today, Vitreoscilla Ferment is at the core of Biotherm's offerings. The company's men's line, Biotherm Homme, includes full-body options like Aquafitness, a shower gel for body and hair (6.7 oz: $21) as well as face-specific Aquapower, a moisturizer made specifically for dry skin (2.5 oz: $28).

Biotherm isn't just for European thermal bathers. The company's recently introduced former Law & Order star and Sex and the City icon Chris Noth as its new face, complete with an online video shoot. Those interested in emulating Mr. Big can check out "Chris' Pick," a reactivating anti-age gel called Force Supreme, on Biotherm's website.

Vote for the men's skin care line that you believe is the best of breed. The voting period runs through May 31st and winners will be announced on June 1.

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Philosophy: Skin Creams that Nourish and Repair

by Carrie Coolidge (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Browse through Philosophy's skin care products and you'll notice a recurring theme: simplicity. Labels are understated, there are no capital letters, and pictures of children adorn many of their offerings. Philosophy's philosophy is a breath of fresh air in the beauty industry-and one reason it's a Luxist nominee in the best skin cream line category.

Skin care entrepreneur Cristina Carlino founded Philosophy in 1996 with the goal of bridging the gap between the skin creams prescribed by doctors and the ones available over the counter. Her prior experience at Biomedic, a medically focused skin care line primarily directed toward plastic surgeons and dermatologists, gave her the skills to do just that.

Gallery: Philosophy

Philosophy touts this scientific background, emphasizing the fact that all products are made with medically sound ingredients and are overseen by a cadre of doctors and scientists. In that vein, Philosophy likes to point out that its skin creams nourish and repair skin, rather than simply cover up the unhealthy parts. Each offering is directed at a range of specific areas including anti-aging, sun damage, acne, oiliness and dryness.

Popular creams include "Hope in a Jar," a daily moisturizer initially made for the medical market that helps reduce wrinkles and skin discoloration (4 oz: $60) and "purity made simple," a one-step daily facial cleanser that's best for removing makeup, as well as cleansing, toning and hydrating skin (16 oz: $32). Just remember: everything stays in lower case.

Vote for the skin care line that you believe is the best of breed. The voting period runs through May 31st and winners will be announced on June 1.

Tags: awards-main, beauty-main, luxist-awards, philosophy, philosophy beauty products, SkinCare, SkinCareProducts

Lab Series Skincare for Men: Understanding Men's Physiology

by Carrie Coolidge (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Thanks to a diverse range of products developed over a quarter-century of existence, Lab Series Skincare for Men is one of the leading names in men's skin care. Its longevity and expertise have earned it a nomination for a Luxist award in the best men's skin care line category.

Established in 1987, Lab Series is one of Estée Lauder's premier brands for men. Every year, the Lab Series Research Center churns out the latest formulas for making men look and feel their best. Products are divided into four categories, or steps: Clean, Shave, Treat, and Hair/Body.

Gallery: Lab Series Skincare for Men

Lab Series emphasizes the importance of cleansing-the first step in any skin care regimen-and offers a range of exfoliating and oil-removing face washes. For the second step, shaving, there's a selection of creams and oils tailored to an array of preferences. The third step, treatment, includes a line of anti-aging potions and serums. Lab Series' hair/body offerings round out the lineup.

Top sellers include Mild Foaming Face Wash, a cleanser that clears away oil and dirt while maintaining a healthy PH balance (3.4 oz: $16), as well as Daily Moisture Defense Lotion, a lightweight substance packed with anti-oxidants and SPF-15 sun protection (3.4 oz: $37.50). All are available on Lab Series' websites and in most fine retail locations.

Vote for the men's skin care line that you believe is the best of breed. The voting period runs through May 31st and winners will be announced on June 1.

Tags: Awards-Main, estee lauder, Estee Lauder Companies, Lab Series for Men, Luxist-Awards, SkinCare, SkinCareProducts

Anthony Logistics for Men: Skin Care Products to Meet the Needs of Men

by Carrie Coolidge (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

Anthony Logistics for Men is a straightforward name for a straightforward company, and that's part of the reason it has earned a Luxist nomination in the best men's skin care line category.

Frustrated by the lack of grooming options available to men, Anthony Sosnick founded his eponymous company in 2000. From the beginning, the Manhattanite focused on hair gels, anti-aging regimens, eye cream and facial scrubs. Simple packaging and no-nonsense naming ("Razor Burn Repair" for-you guessed it-razor burn repair) made Anthony's products popular with men tired of frilly euphemisms clogging up their showers.

Gallery: Anthony Logistics for Men

As Sosnick's company-and his family-grew, he expanded his offerings. Shortly after the birth of his twin boys in 2004, he launched Anthony For Little Men, a self-foaming hair and body cleanser for babies. More recently, he launched The Cool Fix, a soothing blue gel marketed to women seeking relief from shaving and waxing woes.

Men's skin care, however, remains the heart of the Anthony line. Popular offerings include Pre Shave Oil, a potion packed with olive oil, rosemary, Vitamin E and other ingredients proven to ensure a smooth shave (2 oz: $20), as well as Body Cleansing Gel, a citrusy softener and moisturizer (8 oz: $16.50).

Anthony products are available online, and in a slew of bricks-and-mortar stores around the world. A portion of all proceeds goes to non-profits dedicated to finding a cure for prostate cancer.

Vote for the men's skin care line that you believe is the best of breed. The voting period runs through May 31st and winners will be announced on June 1.

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37 Extreme Actives: The One-Step Skincare Solution

by Carrie Coolidge (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

With a rich mixture of academic and scientific knowledge, Dr. Macrene Alexiades-Armenakas has created an unparalleled line of skin care offerings for her eponymous company. No surprise that her signature product, "37 Extreme Actives," has garnered a nomination for a Luxist award in the best skin cream category.

Gallery: 37 Extreme Active

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MenScience Androceuticals: Leaders in Grooming for Men

by Carrie Coolidge (RSS feed) —

Filed under: Cosmetics and Fragrance

The company's logo says it all: "Be Healthy and Look Great." This simple approach is just one of the reasons why MenScience Androceuticals is a Luxist nominee in the best men's skin care line category.

MenScience was founded by Federico Sanchez, a Harvard business school grad, in 2004. His interest in health and wellness spurred him to start the company, and soon men all around the world were clamoring for MenScience products. In 2005, Sanchez took the brand international, and by 2008 the company offered more than 30 different items.

Gallery: MenScience Androceuticals

Originally developed as a skin care line for high-performance athletes, MenScience is among the world's leaders in grooming for men from all walks of life. One of the aspects that sets it apart is its focus on nutrition. In addition to the usual assortment of creams and gels, MenScience sells multi-vitamins, anti-oxidants, fish oil and other supplements, all of which can combine to help improve overall health on top of their skin-deep benefits.

MenScience's best sellers in the skin-specific arena are Daily Face Wash, a one-size-fits-all cleanser (8 oz: $25); Advanced Face Lotion, an oil-free moisturizer (3.4 oz: $36); and Anti-Aging Formula, a wrinkle reducer and skin revitalizer (1 oz: $58). Products are available though MenScience's website and at brick-and-mortar stores including Barneys New York and Nordstrom.

Vote for the men's skin care line that you believe is the best of breed. The voting period runs through May 31st and winners will be announced on June 1.

Tags: awards-main, beauty-main, luxist-awards, MenScience Androceuticals, SkinCare, SkinCareProducts

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