The Glamtastic

Tone Up + Detox in the Shower with Tone Daily Detox Purifying Body Wash

TheGlamtastic — Mon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 PDT

Available at drugstores nationwide - $3.99

Sunwashed stripe board short $58 - J.Crew

LOVE these shorts! I just need this model's legs!

My husband has put his foot down and made it clear that he wants me to show a little bit more skin. He doesn't think I should dress like a street walker, but a mini skirt or booty shorts are definitely on his list of upcoming "necessary" purchases. But after most of the summer spent eating Dino's subs my the beach and enjoying just a little bit of color (re-applying SPF 50 every few hours, of course), my insides and outsides needs a detox before I'll be prancing around the pool in a tiny, polka dot bikini!

Enter Tone Daily Detox Purifying Body Wash with White Clay and Pink Jasmine ($3.99). This fabulously floral, light and creamy summer-scented wash helps to rinse away daily impurities on the skin and gently exfoliate dead skin cells, leaving skin feeling fresh and super soft. This summer weight moisturizing body wash also utilizes Vitamin E to nourish dry, dehydrated summer skin. My skin needs all the moisture it can get!

Tried it??? Tell us what you think!!!

Must Try, Beauty Buy, You Decide: Multitasking Summer Cleansers

TheGlamtastic — Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 PDT

Dr. Brandt Pores No More Cleanser $35 - DERMAdoctor

Murad Vitalic Energizing Pomegranate Cleanser 5.1 fl oz $26 - Beauty.com

Korres Materia Herba Toning Cleansing Foam All Skin Types $16 - Sephora

Must-Try:

Lets get real; I wish I had hours to primp in the morning, but those hours are lost answering emails and writing lists of to do's. With my overly hectic mornings, I need products that do all of the work for me, especially in the summer when humidity makes my skin feel like it just took a sludge bath.

This summer, I've found solutions to cleanse, exfoliate, nourish and heal my skin, while I take a quick shower and head off to work. My new favorite is Korres Materia Herba 3-in-1 cleansing emulsion. It's a liquid that transforms into a foam upon contact and when applied to the skin, I forget I have anything on at all. This 3-in-1 dissolves all traces of makeup, pollutants and daily impurities. This recipe of Certified Organic almond oil, Hamaleis flower water, Marigold extract and naturally derived Vitamin E work together to cleanse the skin, leaving it soft, nourished and glowing. This naturally soothing multi-tasker is free of parabens, silicones, sulfates - LOVE THAT!

Beauty Buy:

Are you one of those women who needs her skin care products to smell like fresh fruits or florals and not like cleansers? Go for a fresh, fruity cleanser like Murad Vitalic Energizing Pomegranate Cleanser. This summer-inspired cleanser toner in one quickly washes away impurities. Witch Hazel is used to tone tighten pores, Copper energizes skin and a patented blend of pomegranate artemia extract renews dull skin. A foamy, lightweight multi-tasking cleanser - LOVE THAT!

You Decide:

Can you minimize pores with a quick cleanse? Dr. Brandt Pores No More Cleanser is a mattifying cleanser that utilizes Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Oli and Willow Bark for powerful over-the-counter results. But are you better off saving your money and spending it on a facial, where a professional will cleanse, exfoliate and extract dirt from each pore?

This cleanser is also free of sulfates, synthetic dyes, petrochemicals...who needs extra chemicals in their life! I know, I don't!

Do you think it's a beauty skin-saver or you should stick with the facialist?

* Please note: I did receive PR samples of Murad or Dr. Brandt products.

Shield Your Skin with Freeze 24/7 IceShield

TheGlamtastic — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:58:13 PDT

Freeze 24/7 IceShield Facial Cleanser with Sunscreen SPF 15 $48 - Beauty.com

Cleanse. Protect. Repeat Tomorrow.

Cleanser: check.
Sun block: check.

Magic? Well, not exactly...

This summer, make your skincare products work for you with Freeze 24/7 IceShield. This light, multitasking cleanser rids skin of dirt and impurities as it guards against UVA rays with just a wash. The master cleanser protects skin from future enviremental damage with essential anti-oxidants and keeps sun damage away with SPF 15 protection.

The secret? White willow extract clarifies and tones, white tea provides additional sun protection and coconut extract hydrates.You wash away the grime, but the SPF protection stays with you. Love that!

There's no filmy or oily residue, no extra shine or sunblock smell. Afterall, who wants to smell like coconuts and bananas at the office?

It's hypoallergenic and dermatologist tested.

This summer, you have no excuse for not wearing sun protection!

Tried it? Tell us what you think!

Feeling Dirty?

TheGlamtastic — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 07:19:27 PDT

Feeling dirty? And not in a god way...  

Wash away dirt, excess oil, grease, sunscreen residue and bronzing powder with an all natural, soothing skin-so-soft cleanser. Try Pangea Organics Facial Cleanser in Egyptian Calendula & Blood Orange.

 This light, deeply soothing liquid cleanser uses a powerful combination of Calendula and Blood Orange. Calendula acts as an anti-inflammatory to calm redness and irritation, while cleansing Blood Orange deeply cleanses and degreases the skin.

 Lather up, massage and rinse with cold water, leaving your skin squeaky clean and healthy.

This hand-crafted organic facial cleanser is free of sulfates, synthetic preservatives, artificial colors and fragrances. The box is created from 100% post-consumer newsprint without glues or dies. Love that!

This summer, embrace your dirty side, but make sure to keep your skin squeaky clean!

Pangea Organics Facial Cleanser in Egyptian Calendula & Blood Orange $28 - http://pangeaorganics-store.sparkart.net