Tag: sensitive skin types

Torrey Pines Dermatology is giving Loveleigh Beauty followers 20% off!

by loveleighbeauty, posted in Uncategorized

[photo courtesy of torreypinesderm.com]
With such a great response from Monday’s skincare interview with Janee, Torrey Pines Dermatology is offering Loveleigh Beauty readers 20% off all:

+cosmetic injectibles (botox, dysport, restylane, juvederm)

+lasers

+esthetic treatments [<<—with the one and only, Janeé]

+ALL skin care products

+OR–free shipping on all products if you can’t make it in to their office. Simply place your order over the phone. [[if only they could ship injectables, right? ;)]]

Um, please and thank you! How loveleigh is that?

So, what are you waiting for? Call now and take the first step toward achieving your “best skin”! Just mention the Loveleigh Beauty blog and that’s it. Easy peasy!

Also, a lot of people asked me about what specific products to use and when to use them. We all know that Vit C is vital for your skin in the AM; and retinol, is essential in the PM. Of course, don’t forget about a quality face wash, and the Elta Md Sunscreen paired with a great moisturizer in between.

Sooo, I decided to compile a list of highly recommended products from Dermatologists, skin care experts, and consumers (like me).

{All can all be found at Torrey Pines Dermatology with 20% off!}

Here you go dolls:

*Torrey Pines Dermatology Eye Cream: Contains retinol & arnica which are fabulous for dark circles, puffiness, and fine lines {+has an amazing texture!!}

Everything you need for healthy, glowing skin!

*Skinceuticals Vit C E Ferulic®[one word, emphasize each syllable with me: ah-may-zing!!]

A revolutionary antioxidant combination that delivers advanced protection against photo-aging by:

+ neutralizing free radicals, boosting collagen synthesis, & providing unmatched antioxidant protection.

+More protection means more youthful looking skin and better defense against environmental aging.

+Provides advanced environmental protection against UVA, UVB and infrared radiation A

+Stimulates collagen synthesis to improve signs of aging

+Increases firmness and replenishes lipids to reduce wrinkles

Once absorbed, this serum can’t be washed or rubbed off. It remains effective for a minimum of 72 hours, making it an excellent addition to sunscreen.

Skinceuticals C E Ferluric is an Allure Best in Beauty winner!

Favorite Retinol product(s):

*Torrey Pines Dermatology Retinol PLUS Antioxidant Serum 5X: assists in the achievement of smoother, firmer and more evenly toned skin.

[—>>Remember: Retinol (Vitamin A) itself helps to reduce the appearance of lines and surface wrinkles; revitalizes, smoothes and enhances skin tone and texture, and helps to minimize the visible signs of aging]

*Tazorac: is a similar chemical form as vitamin A, but it is slightly stronger and is more effective for acne treatment. [I personally use this type because I suffer from breakouts periodically.] This product is both available in cream or gel and comes in two strengths, depending on the severity of your acne problem and your skin type. [You need a prescription for this bad boy. However, one of the amazing derm docs at Torrey Pines Dermatology can help you with that.]

*Green Tea Polyphenols & Caffeine: offers antioxidant protection, calms the skin, and reduces redness.

*Hyaluronic Acid: hydrates the skin.

*Neocutis BioCream: the most complete protein blend of Human Growth Factors, Cytokines, and Interleukins available to help improve appearance of aged skin and soothe the skin.

+Helps reduce appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

+Improves skin texture and tone for renewed radiance.

+Enhances skin firmness

You can reach Janeé at janee@torreypinesderm.com, with any questions, concerns, or to make an appointment. She will change your life, she did mine.

{—>>Please remember to consult with Janee or any derm doc to assess your skin’s needs. Everyone is different, and every skin reacts differently to products.<<—–}

Please be sure to share with me your fav skincare products.

Love, LL

xo

Gluten-free beauty products-inspired by my daughter living with Celiac’s

by loveleighbeauty, posted in Inspiration

Celiac kid-glutenfree-beauty products-loveleigh

No one ever forgets the day you find out your child has a genetic, life-long, life changing autoimmune disorder.

Why did my daughter have to live a life that would now be “different” and more difficult?

Don’t get me wrong, I am completely relieved to know what is causing my daughter to feel sick, tired, and “fuzzy” as she describes some days; even better, that the illness is completely treatable by something as natural as a change in diet. No medication necessary.

Yet, I could’t help feeling such sadness the day we found out. It is a kind of sadness that I feel through my whole body; it starts in the middle of my heart and carries down to the pit of my stomach. It is very overwhelming emotionally.

Thankfully, “gluten free” has become a well know term, but navigating the ins and outs of finding safe food she can eat often feel like a part-time job. But if anyone can do it, this mama will. My pity party is over and I will nourish her back to health.

Research for Celiac is minimal, but some say makeup that contains gluten can trigger Celiac disease symptoms. My whole life practically has been dedicated to beauty and beauty products, so don’t judge me when one of my first thoughts were “what if she can’t wear makeup?”  That thought quickly turned into: what beauty products can she have? Hence, inspiration for this very blog post.

Gluten is a very sneaky culprit. Celiac sufferers are discovering that more than dietary changes are necessary because it can be found in lipgloss, hair-sprays, eyeshadows-everyday products that some don’t even think twice about using.

Gluten is used as a binder to help ingredients stick together, and to add moisture to products through gluten-derived oils.

Experts are split over whether people living with Celiac should really avoid cosmetics containing gluten. Some adamantly believe gluten-free beauty products are healthy for them and prevent further reaction or damage to their insides; while some researchers say that gluten cannot be absorbed through the skin because the protein molecules are too large. Obviously, more research is imperative and needed.

Regardless, I will now be very aware as to what products do and don’t contain gluten for the benefit of my daughter.

These are ingredients in cosmetics that could contain gluten and are best avoided for those with Celiac:

avena sativa (Oat) kernel flour

barley extract

cyclodextrin

dextrin

fermented grain extract

hyrolyzed malt extract

hydrolyzed wheat protein

hydrolyzed vegetable protein

maltodextrin

oat (avena sativa)

stearyldimoniumhydroxypropyl

samino peptide complex

phytosphingosine extract

triticum vulgare (Wheat germ extract)

Secale Cereale

Sodium C8-16 Isoalkylsuccinyl Wheat Protein Sulfonate

wheat germ

vitamin e

yeast extract

Here is my list (so far) of beauty products sans gluten:

Nars: All products are 100% gluten free

Smashbox: over 98% of products are gluten free and safe.

Mac: almost all products EXCEPT:

+tinted lip conditioner – wheat germ oil and soy

+amplified creme lipstick – hordeum vulgare (barley) extract, triticum vulgare (wheat) germ extract & soybean extract

+say SPF 15 light moisture – polysorbate 80 (wheat), biosaccharide

+fast response eye cream – wheat germ oil, barley extract and cornoil

+prep + prime skin-saccharide isomerate (wheat)

+satin, velux pearl, & velux eye shadows

+cremesheen lipgloss

+amplified lipstick

+plush glass

Estee Lauder Company Statement: 

“This is to hereby confirm that none of our lipsticks contain gluten, and they are not manufactured alongside products that would contain it.

While a formulation may contain no wheat, oat, barley or rye derivatives, for the benefit of our gluten-sensitive consumers who may have cross-sensitivities, Estee Lauder takes the extra precaution of including corn, rice and soy in our research. All Estee Lauder lipsticks contain either/or corn and soy with the exception of Signature Hydra Lustre Lipstick which contains wheat, corn and soy.”

My journey to finding gluten-free products has just begun, so my hope is that more companies will follow suit and choose ingredients that are beneficial to all.

+If you find any gluten-free products that you love send them my way!

xo

LL

Beautyblender–achieve flawless skin

by loveleighbeauty, posted in Favorite Products

Any of you that know me well, know that I have NEVER used a sponge to apply makeup in the last 10 years. My disgust for a sponge went as far as me actually buying a brand new compact and disposing the nasty thing in the nearest trash can.

I’m a faithful believer in a good quality, natural bristle, foundation brush. But no matter your expertise in makeup application, a foundation brush can cause streaks. To make them disappear, you have to put some serious muscle into buffing them out with powder and a brush.

Well, say good-bye to makeup streaks and lines with the renowned Beautyblender! It is the ultimate makeup sponge applicator that was created to leave you with a flawless complexion and feeling like your makeup was professionally done.

Loveleigh’s, prepare to change your life!

First of all, the Beautyblender is latex free and hypoallergenic-so even the most sensitive skin types (like myself) will benefit from it. The hot pink color is my fav! It’s suede-like texture and it’s curvy shape allows foundation, and even powder, to glide on easily. It fits nicely within the contours of face and those hard-to-reach areas.

We all die for dewy skin (well, at least I do) and the Beautyblender creates an airbrushed look that will help you blend your foundation effortlessly.

How to Use:

+ Dampen the Beautyblender with a little bit of water-it expand to about twice its original size, so don’t be scared. It also allows you to use less product.

+ Apply with a “bouncing-like” technique (or what we makeup artists call stippling) to create a flawless finish. DO NOT use a rubbing or dragging method to apply your foundation or product of choice.

+Beautyblender is guaranteed only with proper cleansing using the blender cleanser…

However, my favorite cleanser is CinemaSecerets–a vanilla scented (my fav smell) , fast drying cleanser that will disinfect and even condition your make-up brushes and new Beautyblender. It kills viruses and eliminates even the most difficult makeup products. It is environmentally safe and non-carcinogenic (love that!)

Winner of Allure’s Best of Beauty: Tools award.  Seen in magazines such as: People, Elle, InStyle, Seventeen and many more, this little pink sponge has become a beauty sensation!

Rea Ann Silva is the creator of the fabulous Beautyblender. Being a full time mother of two, celebrity makeup artist, and entrepreneur, Rea Ann can understand the many demands that women face today when it comes to quick and easy beauty solutions.

So, that leaves no excuse to not look and feel fabulous with these tools created just for us!

Find your very own Beautyblender at Sephora and puh-lease let me know what you think.

Love, LL

xo