If your skin is like mine, then you've been battling flaky, sensitive, lack-luster skin. The cold winter months don't always bring out the best in me. Cursing the effects of the bitter cold wind on your skin won't do anything so why not invest in some great winter skin savers?
Makeup Junkie writer, Nicole, and I had the awesome pleasure of attending a one-on-one consultation at the Kiehl's store (North Yonge location) where Donna Paty, National Education Manager for Kiehl's, walked us through all the products appropriate for our skin. My skin has been super sensitive lately due to drier weather and harsh winds. I've started using the Ultra Facial Cleanser ($24.50 CAD) and my skin is loving it! I tend to get a bit sensitive around my nose and cheeks especially when I'm sick and blowing my nose all the time. The mild cleanser is specially formulated with a sugar-derived glycoside foaming agent that is so gentle on the skin yet thoroughly cleanses makeup and dirt without over-drying. Also contains effective emollients Squalane, Apricot Kernel Oil, Vitamin E and Avocado Oil. It's a definite must this season for all skin types especially those who have sensitive skin.
Nothing ruins your look more than dry, flaky patches on the skin. There were times when I would come home from an event and I'd look in the mirror embarrassed by my flaky nose and chin. Scrub those dry patches away with Kiehl's Pineapple Papaya Facial Scrub ($36.50 CAD)! Made with real fruit enzymes that gently exfoliate, your skin will be left feeling refreshed, clean and soft. I love how my skin looks after using this scrub. It looks brighter, more radiant, and my blackheads are scrubbed squeaky clean! The scrub also has a subtle pineapple-papaya scent. Suits most skin tones with the exception of acne-prone or easily-irritated skin. If you have sensitive skin, exfoliate 2-3 times a week or scrub only where needed. (Stay tuned for more on our Kiehl's visit!)
Drier skin will appreciate a cleanser that is creamier like the organic Gentle Cleansing Milk from Care by Stella McCartney ($35 USD). This gentle Cleansing Milk removes makeup and impurities without using water. I prefer using water with my cleanser but when my skin is totally dehydrated and zapped of moisture, using the Cleansing Milk sans water makes my skin baby soft. It contains organic Lemon Balm and Apricot, rich in carbohydrates and vitamins E and A essential to protect and revitalize the skin.
Stay tuned for beauty feature Winter Skin Savers - Moisturizers!
Have you tried these products? Love 'em? Hate 'em?
Kiehl’s products are available in Canada at the Kiehl's store at 407 Queen Street West, 2518 Yonge Street and by mail order at 416.483.1335, in Vancouver at the Kiehl's store at 1025 Robson Street and by mail order at 604.408.4182, in Montreal at 760 Ste. Catherine West and by mail order 514.788.4226, and select Holt Renfrew stores across Canada.
Beauty Feature: Winter Skin Savers - Cleansers
Makeup Junkie Readers Gift Coupon For Care by Stella McCartney!
Makeup Junkie is excited to give our readers a gift coupon for Stella McCartney's organic skincare line, Care! This exclusive offer brought to you by Matchstick and Care by Stella McCartney is only available to Canadian readers - sorry! To receive this offer, just click on the coupon and print out. Fill in the information and bring it to a participating Bay store. Offer expires January 31st, 2009 so hurry and get yours while quantities last!
To view Megan's review of Care, click here. Enjoy!
Beauty Review: Organic Spa In A Jar
As my first post at Makeup Junkie, I would like to introduce to the world the NEW Stella McCartney CARE line! 100% Organic Active ingredients, these wonderful little bottles range from toners, moisturizers, cleansers and elixers (a mixing-serum, if you will)! These elixers are to be blended in with the moisturizers for optimal benefits for radiance, calming or nourishing!
| STEP 1: CLEANSE Start by cleansing your skin with either the Gentle Cleansing Milk or the Purifying Foaming Cleanser to purify and nourish. Purifying Foaming Cleanser, $35 STEP 2: TONE Toning Floral Water, $35 |
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| Olfactory power of essential oils for steps 3 & 4: Warm the product between your hands, then bend your head forward and place the palms of your hands in front of your face, your fingertips resting above your eyebrows. Close your eyes and breathe the fragrance in deeply for a few seconds. The olfactory power of the essential oils will have a stimulating effect on your mind, while your eyes rest sheltered from the light. Finally, apply the product to your face. STEP 3: RESCUE & REVIVE Calming+Soothing Elixir, $64 STEP 4: MOISTURIZE & PROTECT 5 Benefits Moisturising Cream, $76 |
After trying out the full range, I am happy to say my skin is as hydrated as ever. I feel good about not having preservatives on my skin, and when I wake up in the morning, I look fresh, not run down.
