Wanna be picture perfect for the holidays? Smaller pores & silky smooth skin are promised while using the Jan Marini Instant Refining Exfoliator – enter to win before 12. 21.10!

Unlike the abrasiveness of many traditional facial scrubs, the clinical-strength Jan Marini Instant Refining Exfoliator uses specialized dissolving bead technology to gently buff away dull, dead skin cells. Along with a physical exfoliation, the Instant Refining Exfoliator uses a combination of both Glycolic Acid and two digestive fruit enzymes: Bromelain (from Pineapple) and Papain (from Papaya), which contribute to exfoliation by digesting dead skin cells and blockages. While exfoliation refines the skin, it also can better allow additional potent antioxidants to permeate the epidermis, increasing absorption into the skin cells to reveal a fresh, glowing complexion.

and just for the holidays, it’s packaged with an adorable white ribbon too!

As a skin care aficionado, I treasure the benefits of a good eye cream. In my search for the ultimate, many do not add up. My experiences with both the Elemis and iS Clinical brand eye creams this year have been less than impressive – even causing my eyes to tear up excessively and sting. Read the rest of this entry »

As a “slightly obsessed” writer of beauty and skin care, finding solid, informative content about skin care is very exciting news to come by!

A few years ago, I was asked to review a wonderful book about the most current information about anti-aging skin care written by the renowned dermatologist, Dr. Brandith Irwin called, “The Surgery-free Makeover.”  Recently, it has been brought to my attention that Dr. Irwin has developed a skin care information-based web site, which is packed full of skin care advice, solutions, videos, and a ton of information about what’s out there.  SkinTour.com should prove to be an invaluable site for anyone who wants to be a wise consumer and take optimal care of their skin.

Beyond the videos and questionnaires, while at SkinTour.com be sure to take the Anti-Aging Tour which targets areas of the face that are troublespots and gives all the options to solve them according to price, results, & risks. The most honorable aspect of Dr. Irwin’s site is that she has no financial ties with any skin care, cosmetic, or device manufacturer – this gal is the real deal!  I am sure you will be impressed as well.

For the upcoming holidays, Dr. Irwin posted her “Top 100 Skin Care Products for the Holidays.” From acne to the best anti aging skin care, you can search this list and find which products really have the right stuff.

There are no long lines, and it’s completely free – so go ahead and take a SkinTour!

Wow, so many of us who dislike the way we look! I have very pale & freckly skin, so the nasty black hairs on my chin & neck stand out. I am also 36 … is this the year our bodies turn on us? Electrolosis is working for me. Although I initially thought I would do the electrolysis and then I would be “blackie free”, but I am resigned to the fact that new ones will grow and electrolysis will just be part of my life, just less frequent. Read the rest of this entry »

Good enough to eat and made in Salt Lake City, UT, Sherri owner of Blissful Bean, created an all-over body scrub that uses active, organic ingredients like Coffee, Cacao and Cinnamon that not only stimulates the circulation of the skin – it firms and tones as well!

Along with spending a ridiculous amount of time on the internet and at stores checking out the latest and best beauty products, I absolutely LOVE to browse around in health food store isles! The other day, one of my favorite local Whole Foods health care specialists and I got talking about skin. As it turns out Sherri, who has an extensive amount of experience and passion for skin care decided to develop a body scrub of her own. It has the most adorable name,”Turtle Scrub,”which is a sugar-based formula, artfully combined with Coconut Oil, Coffee, Cinnamon, and Cacao.

After getting my hands on a tub of Turtle Scrub, I did my homework and tested it out in the privacy of my own shower. Opening up the lid, I took a generous dollup of the most gorgeous smelling coffee scrub and proceeded to give my arms, legs, abs, shoulders a good once over.  I experienced a mildly warming, tingling sensation on my skin, and after rinsing, my skin felt moisturized but not with a greasy residue, and looking and feeling noticeably more healthy and glowing. All day, I continued to have that “rub your arms” feels so soft reflex. Without a doubt, this product is seriously addictive (and you can’t blame the caffeine on this one), it is a must-try for those who want to create and maintain seriously soft, gorgeous-looking skin.

To learn more about Turtle Scrub and how the all natural, active ingredients work to benefit your skin, visit Sherri’s Blissful Bean website!

You’ve probably heard a lot about the benefits of a good night’s restorative sleep. And, you’ve probably watched an Oprah episode or two targeting unfit mattresses teaming with dust mites, or bed pillows that are in the most pathetic, lumpy state. How about something that comes even closer to your face? Your pillowcase.

Cleaning aside, have you ever thought about the fabric of your pillowcase? For starters a soft feeling fabric is nice, and something that keeps cool and comfortable against your skin is ideal. A while back I was reading about the benefits of using a satin pillowcase for the hair and skin, Read the rest of this entry »

Nail trend colors for Fall 2010 are here, why don’t you try Navy?

Although many, many things in my life seem to fall through the cracks, I really try to keep my feet and toes looking somewhat decent with a pedicure every two weeks.  One of my girlfriends has been wearing a very dark, somewhat purplish, navy blue shade called “Russian Navy” from Opi all summer. When I came upon it at the salon last week, I decided that it was my turn to go navy! Read the rest of this entry »

I love using a pre-foundation primer, but for some reason the silicone in many of them congest my skin. The very smart cosmetic company tarte recently released a silicone-free primer ReCreate, which contains skin nurturing Jojoba and Sunflower Oil as well as Vitamin E. This primer is a great way to prep your skin and add some additional moisture without the worry of breakouts.

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It’s been a while since I’ve written real content here on Mythbuster Beauty, and there has been a really DARN good reason why.

In short, my life took a detour. Nobody died, just things got rearranged – a divorce, starting back at full-time work, and a move. And, I am still here and still passionate about the beauty industry. Along with these changes, my anxiety and stress levels have soared, and my skin has definitely taken a hit. I started breaking out more and more, and the anxiety triggered some of my prior, picking habits. I have been getting super discouraged about it, having not just one or two, but continual breakouts around my jaw and chin and cheeks. This type of breakout is generally termed “hormonal” or “adult acne,” and although I have read a TON about the treatments of acne, wasn’t finding relief. Read the rest of this entry »

Wende Zomnir, co- founder of Urban Decay, allows her 7-year-old son Crash to apply false eye lashes to her lids to demonstrate a point.

If Crash can do it, so can you. Oh really? I am always nervous about wearing false eyelashes, mainly because my timid self is afraid of them looking “false.” I also imagine a co-worker being polite, but doesn’t want to point out that one of my eyelashes is flapping half way off every time I blink while having a conversation with them.

Urban Decay offers several varieties of false lashes that look very chic (tease seems way cool – it might be worth the risk!) Any of you use false eyelashes? And if you do, any tricks or tips you could share?