Speaking of masques....

oldergirlbeauty — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 11:25:17 -0500

I don't use face masque all that often. But when I do, it is usually a gel based one versus a clay one. I don't have a big problem with oiliness (knock on wood), but I do like a deep cleanser every once in a while. Esp, since this heat causes me to sweat (*no, I don't glisten or glow - momma sweats, that's all there is to it!), which in turn causes the possibility of clogged dirty pores. Yes, I use my Clarisonic brush, but sometimes you need/want a little more.

So, again, I have found another great way for me to lay naked under the fan and watch crap tv in the name of beauty - the Exuviance Rejuvenating Treatment Masque. They say, "This powerful deep cleansing masque combines a clinically proven blend of concentrated Alpha and Polyhydroxy acids (AHA/PHA) that offer full-strength anti-aging benefits without irritation. Gluconolactone, a potent Polyhydroxy Acid decreases lines and wrinkles by strengthening the skin and building the dermal matrix so skin appears fuller and plumper. This gentle exfoliant and natural antioxidant also improves the skin's clarity, luminosity and refines pore size, leaving skin truly refreshed and rejuvenated. The addition of Mandelic Acid (AHA) helps to visibly reduce wrinkled areas, while Vitamins A, C, E and a Pro Vitamin B Complex provide superior moisturization."

I say, "This gel has a slight cucumber smell that smells nice and when you put a thin layer on your face, neck and decolette, it dries to a kinda rubbery sheath you can pull off in strips, or you can wipe off with a warm wash cloth." It doesn't dry all hard and pulling at your face. It didn't make me itchy, but be careful of your hairline, as it will cling on to your hair if you don't get it all. And when you put it on cold, it feels oh so refreshing, which you can't really say or do with a clay mask, because it would harden up in the fridge and be a pain to put on - literally.

You can pick this up online for $26 for 2.oz. I managed to get mine in a BeautyFix kit (*have you signed-up for that yet - I'm serious, the deal is crazy good for the products) which made it a heck of a deal for this masque.

Holy crap, it's hot.

oldergirlbeauty — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 08:18:00 -0500

I am not even playing. These triple digit temps here in Oklahoma have been miserable. (*what did I say the other day? 104 should only be the answer to what is 52 + 52.) Granted, while it's a chilly 94 today, I *know* that the triple digits will be back. It's Oklahoma. It's what we do. But, since I have lived here my whole life, I've picked up a few ways to beat the heat at the end of the day. And, while the products may change, the thought remains the same.

I have an extra fridge out in the garage, and I have a shelf in the door that I keep a bunch of beauty products that feel oh so good when put on cold.

The things I have in there currently range from toner, to masks, to masque, lotions, sprit and scent:

In addition I have a couple of other items that doesn't go in the fridge, but are still important for summer use:

I'll let you know in the next few posts why I like this stuff enough to give it shelf space in the fridge.

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Speaking of masques....

Holy crap, it's hot.