Tuesday, February 26, 2008

SkinStore Storewide Spring Event

15% off at Skin Store with coupon code: SPRING15
* Ends March, 3, 2008

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Monday, February 4, 2008

SkinStore Special Offers: February 2008

SkinStore special offers and promotions:

Receive a FREE travel size Amine Complex Face Lift ($45 Value) with your N.V. Perricone purchase of $125 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE travel size Facial Skin Prep ($19 Value) with your purchase of Janson Beckett AlphaDerma CE.
* Offer available while supplies last

Receive a FREE mini Bloom Color Shine ($16 Value) with your Fusion Beauty purchase of $60 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE full size Makeup Saving Moisturizer Spray ($29 Value) with your Skindinavia purchase of $50 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE full size Age Def-Eye Cream ($36 Value) with your Dermelect purchase of $100 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE travel size Hemp with Organics Repair Shampoo with your Alterna purchase of $60 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE full size Lift Defense Mask ($32 Value) with your Sothys purchase of $100 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE small Whitening System and Toothbrush ($42 Value) with your Supersmile purchase of $100 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE full size AminoGenesis Cocoon Total Body Emollient ($44 Value) with your purchase of DermaScyne Intense Daily Serum.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE GoSMILE Day of Whitening Compact and two B1 Ampoules ($29 Value) with your GoSMILE purchase of $50 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE travel size Firming Body Contour, Firming Body Polish & Firming Crystalline ($15 Value) with your Borba purchase of $50 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE full size Mousse de Roche Cleanser ($60 Value) with your Gemology purchase of $175 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE Travel Size Icelandic Eye Relief ($15 Value) with the purchase of Skyn Iceland Pure Cloud Cream.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Get $50 Off the Colorescience Box of Chocolates Lip Glaze (Reg. Price $150). Use promo code: CHOCOLATE.
* Offer expires February 28, 2008.

Receive a FREE pack of California Orange Blotting Linens ($10 Value) with any Boscia purchase. One per customer.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Receive a FREE Cosmetic Bag + Micro Trimmer ($30 Value) with your Blinc purchase of $50 or more.
* Offer available while supplies last.

Monday, December 3, 2007

Get the Facts About Anti-Aging

Get the Facts; Not Fiction Behind Anti-Aging Products and Their Active Ingredients Activate the Anti-Aging Process

The aging process begins when we enter the world and the effects of aging are evident in our bodies through out our lives. Beginning in our 20's, the signs of aging start to become noticeable. Genetically programmed chronologic aging causes changes in collagen and elastin, the connective tissues that supply firmness and elasticity to the skin. The genetic program of individuals is different, so the loss of skin firmness and elasticity occurs at different rates and different times in one individual as compared to another. As skin becomes less elastic, it also becomes drier and underlying fat padding begins to disappear. With the loss of underlying support by fat padding and connective tissues, the skin begins to sag; it appears less supple and wrinkles form.

Although wrinkles, lines and age spots are formed by the natural effects of getting older, one way to prevent them from appearing early on in life is to avoid direct sunlight and use sunscreens with SPFs 15 or higher. And, although most of us have some form of sun-damaged skin, there are ways to regain healthy, smooth skin. After many years of research, scientists, dermatologists and plastic surgeons have discovered that a variety of natural ingredients and vitamin extracts significantly help slow down and even reverse the signs of aging skin. These ingredients are now found in many physician developed and physician recommended anti-aging skin care products, which are specified below.

Vitamin A (Retinol) - Topical Vitamin A has been suggested to help build collagen fibers within the skin in addition to its more superficial exfoliating property. This is the basis for its use in minimizing the appearance of fine wrinkle lines. Vitamin A or Retinol is the main ingredient found in TYK Young Again, M.D. Forte, DDF and SkinScience products.

Vitamin C - Vitamin C or ascorbic acid acts as an antioxidant and is considered vital in wound healing because it aids in stabilizing collagen. When applied topically, vitamin C can reduce fine lines and wrinkles and may lessen the severity of sunburns. This healing ingredient is found in SkinCeuticals, Cellex C and Obagi Cffectives skin care products.

Vitamin E - Vitamin E is another antioxidant that shows to have anti-inflammatory effects on the skin. When applied topically, vitamin E has been shown to improve moisturization, softness and smoothness and also provides modest photo protection. Vitamin E is found in Cellex C, Exuviance and MD Forte products.

Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) - AHAs are designed to smooth fine lines and surface wrinkles, to improve skin texture and tone, to unblock and cleanse pores, to improve oily skin or acne, and to improve skin condition in general. AHAs are the main ingredients found in MD Forte, TYK Young Again, Super Skin and SkinScience products.

Glycolic Acid - Glycolic acid is the most active and beneficial of the Alpha-Hydroxy-Acids (AHAs) in skin care. Once inside the cells, the acid triggers new formations of collagen to plump cells and the ground substances in the skin to reduce wrinkles on the skin's surface. Glycolic acid is proven to be very effective in the treatment of acne as well as in cosmetic uses. Glycolic acid is found in products by Gly Derm, MD Forte, Z. Bigatti and Super Skin.

N-6 furfuryladenine (kinetin) - The nature-identical plant growth factor, furfuryladenine, retards the aging of plant cells as well as in vitro human skin fibroblasts. This natural, anti-aging ingredient has been proven to reduce wrinkles and fine lines and is exclusively found in Kinerase creams and lotions. This is a proven alternative for people with sensitive skin or people who are sensitive to products containing Retinol and Vitamin C.
Copper Peptides are the latest scientific breakthrough in skin rejuvenation. Copper has been found to naturally firm the skin, enhance elasticity, and reduce fine lines and wrinkles. Copper is the main ingredient in products by Neova and Osmotics.

Pal-KTTKS - Pal-KTTKS is an effective ingredient for reducing fine lines and wrinkles. It's found to promote a smoother, younger complexion quickly, without with out expensive and painful chemical peels, surgery or injections. This patented peptide solution is found in StriVectin-SD.

Green Tea Extract - Green tea's anti-inflammatory and anti-growth qualities are found in many skin care products designed to reduce the appearance of puffiness, wrinkles, fine lines and large pores. Green Tea is found in the Dr. Brandt skin care line, Z. Bigatti and Gly Derm products.

TNS - The biotechnology of the skin's natural healing process has arrived with the first tissue repairing complex containing growth factors found in normal, healthy skin. Unlike anything else currently on the market, TNS is the next level of skin rejuvenation that delivers dramatic results, for smoother, softer, younger looking skin. TNS is found in SkinMedica's TNS Recovery Complex.

Many customers ask which anti-aging product is best and we always respond by saying that there is no best product. Since every individuals skin is different, the results of using anti-aging products will be different as well. We recommend that you consult with a skin care professional prior to use of any new skin care product to determine your skin type, skin condition and possible sensitivities to active ingredients. Your skin care professional may recommend specific products, or you can try a few on your own based on your consultation. If you are not happy with the first product you try, try another one. It's important that you choose a product and skin care regimen that makes you feel 100% comfortable with the look and feel of your skin.

Customers also inquire about when they should expect to see results from using anti-aging products. Again, we respond by saying that results will be different for each individual, generally due to the condition of ones skin prior to use. However, across the board, we say not to expect a miracle, as there is no anti-aging product on the market that provides overnight results. Whether you are trying to reduce the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness or age spots, the process is gradual and takes anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks depending on the severity of your problem areas. After allowing the products time to take effect as well as following product directions, you can be sure to notice significant improvement in the appearance of your skin.

To see the quickest results, you will have to undergo professional cosmetics procedures. While procedures such as laser treatments, injections and dermabrasion produce the fastest, most noticeable improvements, they are all are somewhat painful or uncomfortable and very costly. In addition, pre and post treatment plans are required to achieve maximum results, which consist of using skin care products, that are also proven to be safe, effective, painless and less expensive alternatives to professional cosmetic procedures.

Please note that with the use of any new skin care product, it is highly possible that your skin will react to the ingredients. You may experience irritation, redness, dryness or a mild breakout, which should only last for the first 3-5 days of use. If you experience any of these reactions for a longer period of time, please discontinue use and consult a skin care professional. It is also recommended that prior to using any new skin care product to consult with a skin care professional.

Tuesday, November 13, 2007

What's Hot at SkinStore.com - November 2007

What's hot! Check out our current best sellers at SkinStore.com

Thursday, October 18, 2007

MD Formulations Adult Anti-Blemish Kit

MD Formulations Adult Anti-Blemish Kit MD Formulations Adult Anti-Blemish Kit
From MD Formulations

Address the special needs of your blemish-prone adult skin by clearing without over-drying. Clinical tests confirmed a 56% reduction in the appearance of pimples and a 44% reduction in the appearance of whiteheads and blackheads.

Achieve clear, confident skin without over-drying.

Customer Review:

Results fast
I have been using Bare Escentuals makeup for a few years now and decided to try this skin care line. I have been using md Formulations Adult Anti-Blemish Kit for almost a week now and I am extremely impressed and satisfied with the results! My acne has decreased, my skin is smooth and the products have not dried out/stripped my skin. I was using Proactiv for the last six years and not happy with results - I was fed up with my skin breaking out. md Formulations has lived up to what they claim on their site. I was not expecting my skin to improve so quickly or at all to be honest, especially since I could not find any testimonials on Amazon from users. I hope this review helps anyone suffering from acne as an adult like I have been. Md Formulations works.

Monday, October 15, 2007

SkinStore aStore at Amazon.com

SkinStore has an Amazon aStore!

What is an Amazon aStore you ask?

Here are some Frequently Asked Questions about Amazon.com's aStores:

- An Amazon aStore is a stand alone store created by Amazon.com to allow shoppers a new interface for shopping.
- Products purchased in the SkinStore aStore are shipped from and sold by SkinStore.

How do I shop SkinStore's Amazon aStore?

- Click a link under "Browse by Category" to find products by category
- Type a specific brand name under "Search" and "Select a Category"
- View pages numbered at the bottom of each category
- Return to homepage for list of categories
- Turn off pop-up blockers while shopping the site.

Is it safe to purchase items from SkinStore's Amazon aStore?

- Yes! When you are ready to check out, you will be taken to the Amazon.com cart page to securely complete your transaction.

URL: http://astore.amazon.com/skinstore-20

Tuesday, September 11, 2007

A Beautiful Cause

One out of every eight women in the world will develop a form of breast cancer-- meaning that on average, there is a new diagnosis of breast cancer every two minutes. According to the National Breast Cancer Coalition (NBCC), a woman will die of breast cancer every 13 minutes. Breast cancer is so common that almost every woman has known at least one woman who has been diagnosed with the disease. Because of this, awareness and education is vital to finding a cure.

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A portion of the proceeds from every product listed at the end of this article goes to support breast cancer research.

Friday, September 7, 2007

FREE $30 Shopping eCard!

SkinStore 10 Year Anniversary - FREE $30 Shopping eCard - Spa Getaway - Shopping Sprees - Daily Giveaway and more...
Offer Ends 9/30/07

SkinStore 10 Year Anniversary Celebration

Monday, September 3, 2007

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