Oh, you know how I love my scrubs... so of course I had to try one by Vivo Per Lei. I tried Eden. Sounds lush, doesn't it?
Basics: This is the most course salt scrub I have ever used. This is not a statement of displeasure, as I do enjoy a good scrub now and again. It smells pleasant - sort of like coconut, I think (imagine the car air freshener called "tropical".) ...Read the rest of this entry
 I've gained a few pounds (read: 10lbs), I've all but given up on styling my hair or putting on makeup for work, and frankly, I think I may have exacerbated my acne problem with my (oh the horror) failure to wash my face every night before bed. I know... it doesn't sound like me, but I can tell you that it is true.
Step one: Hello Yoga! It's been a while, and I sure am glad to see you.
Step two: Hello 5:45am! I really don't like you, but we have to work together.
Step three: Hello Adovia Natural Acne Soap! I've already developed a fine liking for your sister, Adovia Dead Sea Mud Soap, so I have high hopes for our relationship!
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I remember sitting with a coworker at a past job, mixing work with a little bit of social bonding, and he told me that he'd seen a show on TV with an actress that looked a lot like me. He pulled a picture up on his computer to show the other people in his office. I was really flattered... until he said this: "She looks just like you, but happy!"
I'm happy! I'm usually on the verge of giddy. Grrrr, I hate my wrinkles!
So, I tried this: Dead Sea Premier's Biox Intensive Age Treatment Serum.
Basics: It's a topical alternative to Botox - a pinkish gel with red specks. You apply it after cleansing and toner (if you use it), and before moisturizer. The tiniest pump will cover my entire forehead and the dread between-the-brows "H" (you know, the creases that imply displeasure.) ... [Read the rest of this entry]
Basics: It is really creamy. Much more-so than I expected. The cleanser includes "micro grains" so I anticipated... well... more of a scrub feeling from it. Frankly, the "micro grains" were undetectable.
 Extravagance: While the Facial Cleanser is very creamy, it rinses very clean - no greasy residue. My face felt clean the first time I used it. And, it takes make-up off effectively. I did not even have to use an eye make-up remover!
Imperfections: Of course, with any new skin care regimen, breakouts are more likely. I had made a 1-month commitment to the new routine, so I continued to use through the minor blemishes that occurred after about the third day... [Read the rest of this entry]
 Basics: It's made with Dead Sea Water (it's true... listed second in the ingredients), and lots of hydrating goodness like Shea Butter, and calming stuffs like Aloe Vera and Chamomile... and of course, Dead Sea salt.
Extravagance: It's a scrub and a moisturizer in one. You know how I love my double-duty products!! Plus it has a soothing smell. I can't really explain it, but it reminds me of the smell of my Auntie's house when I was a little girl - clean and feminine. (Men, don't let the scent keep you from using this. You need soft feet as well!)
Imperfections: It's messy; especially when you don't plan ahead. For example, you are instructed to apply to clean, dry feet. Easy. Give yourself a loverly massage - in circular motions. Then rinse. Fine.... [Read the rest of this entry]
 I had a rough day - work was fine (just really busy) and I'm recovering from an annoying cold that has left my body sore and feeling like I've been beaten with a big stick.
So, what better way to end the day than a nice meal and a soothing bath?
I started the tub, lit a candle and poured in the recommended amount of Dead Sea Premier Aromatic Bath Salt Crystals. The bathroom was instantly infused with a very strong perfume. I knew this was going to be just what I needed.... [Read the rest of this entry]
 I'd like to think that I have some will-power, but being married has proven that, in my private life, I have none. Of course, I resist many urges, and any vices I may have can be excused with what I perceive to be choice. Still, many things go undone because I don't have the will resist urges to do something better or more fun!
C'mon, I was a free-thinking, independent woman with a career and a social life! Who would care if my bedroom was less than clean or a bill was pushed to the last possible pay date because I needed a pair of shoes now?... [Read the rest of this entry]
 At the arm twisting of a friend, I recently read the first Twilight book. I'm too old for it. I know. I still liked it. So, when the movie came out, I really kinda wanted to go see it… then decided that I didn't want to go to a theater full of tween and teen girls. You may think it is because I'm annoyed by them (which may be a little bit true), but really, the embarrassing truth is that I cannot stand going into a place full of clear skinned beauties… I don't think my fragile old lady ego could take it... [Read the rest of this entry]
 I love... and I mean LOVE the Dead Sea Premier Professional Peeling Mask. I've been using this stuff for almost a year now... sometimes twice a week, and sometimes months in between. It's a use-it-as-you-need-it, you-can-always-rely-on-it, perfect-solution mask. Do I oversell? Maybe, but I'm going on record with the fact that it has saved me from many gnarly stress, pre-menstrual and environmental acne attacks.
Here's the basics: It doesn't have a terrible odor, it's low-maintenance to use (just apply the mud, let it dry and rub/crumble it off with your fingers), it clears up blemishes, eases up red and irritated skin, and comes with a... [Read the rest of this entry]
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