Tatcha - Japanese Beauty Products

Has anyone every heard of Tatcha? It's a Japanese line of beauty products that's suppose to be really good. I want to try it, but right now I'm still using my Obagi and will continue to use it for awhile.  I'm thinking about ordering it for my mother for Christmas to test it out.  When I do, I'll be sure to write a review about it.  I've heard a lot of good things so I do have high expectations for this line.  If you have used it, please leave me a comment and tell me what you think.

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Victoria's Secret: Rockin' Body Cream

Let me start off by saying, save your $12 ladies! The Victoria's Secret Rockin' Body Cream claims to make you look 5x sexier...Wow! If only I had the body of a Victoria's Secret Angel to begin with, maybe I would agree with this claim. The pictures I posted show my legs, but I really tried it on my rear end to see if my bum looked sexier. Obviously, if it only took $12 to make every rear end in America look sexier this stuff would be flying off the shelves. While it did make my bum look like a golden peach, it did not hide any flaws or enhance any of my good qualities.  All I needed was a cheap pair of fairy wings to complete my reject Victoria's Secret Angel wannabee look.

To be honest, I didn't expect it to make me look 5x sexier.All I needed was to spend a few more dollar's to get a free gift. There were plenty of other things I could have bought, but the "Look 5x Sexier" on the bottle really caught my eye.  Who doesn't want to look better in the $50 bra and $30 thong they just bought? Haha.  Hey, at least I can say I gave it a shot!

Hyaluronic Acid Day Cream by Derma E

Cooler weather means dryer skin, well at least for me. If you are looking for a light weight non-greasy moisturizer, you should try Derma E Hyluronic Acid Day cream.  It absorbs easily and a little bit goes a long way. When I use this creme my face feels hydrated, plumper, and it gives me that dewy glow. I use it both in the a.m. and p.m. during the colder seasons. This moisturizer is paraben free and the only downside is that it does not have sunscreen protection.  If you decide to try this moisturizer, don't forget to apply a sunscreen first!

For those of you that don't know what Hyaluronic Acid is, it's a natural substance found in the human body. It has been promoted as the "fountain of youth," but there's little evidence that supports this claim. I personally think it works wonderfully and despite the little evidence, it's still definitely worth trying. 

I found this product at my local ULTA for around $28.  If you search the web you can find this product for as low as $15 if you don't mind the wait for shipping.  

Aluminum-Free Deodorants

I bought Tom's of Maine wild lavender aluminum-free deodorant a few weeks ago and decided to give it a try. I have to admit, it was very disappointing.  While I love the smell of lavender, it was not enough to make me try it again. I'm a runner, so using a good deodorant is important to me. One might suggest I use a stronger deodorant like Secret, but I refuse to use any type of deodorant that contain harsh chemicals and aluminum.  I have had some medical issues, so I am pretty cautious on what I put in and put on my body. Anyhow, back to Tom's of Maine wild lavender deodorant. Again, it was very disappointing because even when applied a few times, it does very little to cover armpit odor  My armpits felt very sticky and my skin became a little irritated when I applied it after shaving. Overall, I don't recommend wasting your money on this product.

Currently, I have been using Crystal Essence lavender and white mineral deodorant roll-on. It contains no aluminum chlorohydrate or parabens and is hypoallergenic.  It is by far a better deodorant than Tom's of Maine. It provides strong odor protection and keeps my armpits dry all day long.  The lavender scent is lovely and not over powering.  I highly recommend this deodorant for anyone willing to switch to a natural deodorant.  You can find this product at most drugstores and will cost about $3-$5 for a 2.25 oz. bottle depending on where you purchase it from.

The Body Shop: Camomile Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover

If you want a product that removes make-up without leaving greasy residue, you should try The Body Shop's Camomile Gentle Eye Make-Up Remover.  This product is water based, so it's not oily like other eye make-up removers. While it is a gentle, it effectively removes water proof mascara without ripping out your eye lashes.  I have used this product for years and have not found a reason or a product comparable enough to switch. It's about $15 for an 8.4 oz. bottle, but the bottle will last you for about 6 months to a year.

Did you notice..Chamomile is spelled Camomile on the bottle? I guess they forgot to spell check before they did the labeling. Haha. Oh well, it's still an awesome product and great buy!

SkinCeuticals: LHA Cleansing Gel and LHA Solution

If you have oily or combination skin, SkinCeuticals LHA Cleansing Gel and LHA Solution are just for you.  My mom has really oily skin and at the age of 56 she still has break outs.  I have used this combination before and recommended it to my mother because it really cleared up my skin a few years ago. She has used it for about two weeks and so far has seen a significant difference in the quality of her skin.  Her face is brighter,she has less blackheads, and when she wakes up her face isn't as oily.  The cleansing gel alone will cost you about $36 for an 8 oz. bottle and the solution (toner) is about the same price depending on where you buy it. You can just purchase the cleansing gel if you want and will get really good results, but I still recommend the toner to remove excess dirt, oil, and to balance the pH in your skin. You'll find SkinCeuticals at almost any medspa, dermatologist, or high end beauty store. It really is a good line. Every dermatologist I have been too has at least recommended one SkinCeuticals product to me. SkinCeuticals is a little pricey but you do get your money's worth hands down.  You only need about a pea size amount of gel to cleanse your face and if you want better results, I would recommend using it with the Clarisonic Microdermabrasion or something similar to it.

EOS lip balm

EOS lip balms come in 6 varieties (summer fruit, lemon drop, strawberry sorbet, honeysuckle honeydew, medicated tangerine, and sweet mint) and all smell wonderfully and not over powering. They go on smoothly and don't leave film on your lips. These uniquely egg-shaped lip balms are so cute. They are 95% organic, paraben and petrolatum free..oh and 100% natural.  The great thing about the shape is that it makes it easy to find in your purse. I'm a big purse kind of gal, so I'm always digging through the bottom of my bag like Marry Poppins. The only downside is that the the lemon drop is the only one with a spf 15.  You can find these almost at any drugstore and will cost around $3-$4.