Body
February 4, 2010
Posted by copley
It’s the thought that counts, or so they say. Hallmark wants you to believe that a card will keep your Valentine happy. Godiva and Russell Stover probably couldn’t make it through the year without February 14th. But cards, candy, and flowers are so played out. This Valentine’s Day, think outside the heart-shaped box and surprise your loved one with something he or she can really use. We’ll make that easier for you with our picks for the Five Best gifts to spoil your sweetheart and show your creative side.
Ranging in price from $8 to $48, these gifts don’t require a huge commitment, but still send the message that your heart is committed. There are items that you can use together, such as massage oil or fizzy bath tablets. There are tools and treatments for staying soft and well-moisturized. And there is a brand-new hair care gadget by our favorite celebrity hairstylist. Each gift is equally useful for a male or female recipient. If you want to prove that you are truly an expert on pampering, also check our gift guide for the Five Best beauty products worth the splurge. Read more...
January 25, 2010
Posted by marta
Body scrubs are winter essentials and I have just found a new one that is worthy of inclusion in my patent-pending winter legs treatment program: Trillium Organics Body Polish ($15.99). After using this, I emerge from the shower with zingy (I chose the Fresh Lime) soft skin. As with the fabulous Malie scrubber, there is no need moisturize afterwards. However, I think that Trillium may do an even better job of exfoliating.
It is having a great effect on my decollete, which as you’ll know from the latest Marta This Month is my latest obsession and it is a boon for dry winter legs.
It is surprising that such a simple list of ingredients; basically salt, oil and a dash of citrus. Trillium has used crystalline salt, which hasn’t yet been refined to become sodium chloride and it is an antiseptic as well as exfoliator. Read more...
“It’s a dry cold!” seems to be the motto of the Alaskan winter. With temperatures dropping to -40 on a regular basis and almost no humidity in the air, the ‘dry cold’ that Alaskans promote as a positive weather trend has been less than comforting as I’ve watched it wreak havoc on my skin. After slathering myself in a variety of lotions, body butters, baby oils, and even olive oil (a local remedy), I have found that the best defense against these hazardous conditions is the tried and true, faithful jar of Vaseline 100% Petroleum Jelly ($2.28).
However, there seems to be concerns about the safety of petroleum in cosmetics. So was I on a slippery slope with my remedy or onto a winner with the tried and true? Before I try to answer that, here’s what I’ve been using and how. Read more...
December 23, 2009
Posted by copley
The stockings are hung by the chimney with care, but what goodies will you fill them with and from where? If you feel like you’ve already spent too much this holiday season or you’re trimming expenses along with the tree, look no further than our Five Best beauty buys under $10. These modest gift ideas go easy on the wallet and take the heavy lifting out of shopping. All can be found at your nearest drugstore, supermarket, or big-box store, just in time for a last-minute deal.
Whether you’re in need of a small stocking stuffer, a welcome Secret Santa surprise, or the most sought-after white elephant party prize, the following beauty gifts are sure to please. Click on the images below for easy-to-find and easy-to-appreciate Yes to Carrots, Yes to Tomatoes, Aveeno, Burt’s Bees, and Yardley of London gift item ideas. Don’t forget to earn brownie points by mentioning that their formulas got Truth in Aging’s holiday stamp of approval. Read more...
November 16, 2009
Posted by marta
The last Five Best for body was published at the beginning of the year and I think this update demonstrates that the quest for better can really pay off. This is an all-new Five Best body lotions that treat chin to toe with the reverence afforded by your favorite facial serum. Antiaging body lotions are finally coming of age.
The anti-aging heavy hitter is Osmotics Barrier Repair Body Silk (now available in our store). Sparituals Instinctual Organic Moisturizing Lotion , Smooth N Silky and Nutra-Lift’s White Chocolate Body Butter (you can buy it at our store) are in the great value for money category as well as being proud purveyors of good ingredients. Also a good buy is gift-worthy Bubalina’s pumpkin body butter (available at the TIA store). Although they haven’t made it into this new Five Best, honorable mentions should go to Terralina (a very good moisturizing olive-based lotion) and Pevonia (my only quibble with it is that is a bit pricey for the amount you get) and Chella’s Face and Body Lotion. Read more...
