June 23, 2009
Posted by marta
A couple of days ago, Kate reviewed and recommended Physicians Formula Tinted Moisturizer. It gives a nice moisturizing effect, a tad of “foundation”, and an spf 15, all in one. Kate found that the “medium” tint was perfect for her.
We have a “light” tint moisturizer to make available for a lucky reader to try. If you are looking for a light moisturizer with sunscreen, and a “light” tint works for you, plus you are willing to write us a review, leave us a comment below and email us at samples@truthinaging.com with your shipping address and Physicians Formula in the subject line.
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April 27, 2009
Posted by copley
Posted by Copley
Yes to Carrots has struck cosmetic gold once again, proving that it is possible to formulate- not just one- but multiple ranges of superior products at unbeatable prices. This time, the “Yes to [insert preferred produce here]” family tree has branched out into makeup with the introduction of C Me Blush Lip Tint ($4.49) and C Me Shine Lip Gloss ($6.49). Both items are available in six different affectionately dubbed shades, from Chocolate Kiss to Rose Bliss.
Earlier this week, the “Yes to” folks sent us a package of first-peak samples from both of their brand-new lip lines. I pounced on the chance to try the “Carrot Kiss” lip gloss, which sounded too yummy to pass up. Nothing like the orange tinge of the vegetable, the gloss left a lovely rosy glaze just a few shades darker than the natural color of my lips. Between its mild tingle and minty smell, I thought I discerned a healthy dose of peppermint oil, and my refined sense of ingredient detection didn’t steer me wrong. Read more...
November 2, 2008
Posted by marta
Getting the perfect lashes to bat requires patience and painstaking research to find eyelash growth products that work and are safe. The quick, superficial fix of a flick of the mascara wand doesn’t really cut it; most mascaras work by adding a coat of gunk that make the lashes look thicker, but not longer. Jane Iredale’s Longest Lash Mascara promises to do just the opposite.
The key ingredient in this water-based mascara is algae extract. We aren’t told which of the 20,000 species of seaweed this is. However, since it is purported to stimulate lash growth, I am wondering if it might be spirulina. This has a high dose of vitamin B, which is associated with hair growth.
There is also a dash of vanilla. In this case it comes from a relatively rare Tahitian variety. Vanilla is an antioxidant. As well as almond seed extract, there is tribehenin, a fatty acid. And, this being Ms Iredale, there are no nasty preservatives or strange chemical growth factors to be squeamish about. Read more...
October 23, 2008
Posted by copley
As we near the end of breast cancer awareness month, it’s not too late to do some shopping for a good cause. A new line of lipglosses made by Cosmoholic Cosmetics is donating a percentage of proceeds from their “Promiscuous Pink” shade to Susan G. Komen For the Cure. And we have a “Prudish Pink” to give away to the first reader who responds!
Cosmoholic Cosmetics caters to the beauty addict who’s been craving that elusive union between a lipstick and a lipgloss – something that lends the lasting color of a stick with the conditioning shine of a gloss. The founder of Cosmoholic, who was raised in the makeup industry, worked with a team of chemists to find out how to fuse the two products into a liquid lipstick. Similar to high-end lipsticks in that they pack a deep, lasting pigment, Cosmoholic lipglosses ($20) manage to steer clear of the sticky, shimmery shortcomings of most heavy-duty glosses. After the shine fades, the color continues to last for hours. Read more...
