by Johnny G — People always ask, “What is the latest trend in hair styles?” and “What kind of style looks good on me?” Spring is just about upon us, and the time may be right to begin thinking about a new look. Very simply, the style and color that will be in fashion this […]
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Stroke, press and rub away wrinkles
March 2, 2013
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by Julia Busch — An educated touch can reverse facial aging. Simple feather-light stroking, especially on forehead stress furrows, is enormously effective. Here is how to perform it: With pinkies, ring and middle fingers of both hands touching between your eyebrows at the bridge of your nose, stroke the letter “V” upward and outward, 10 […]
Turn back the hands of time with products that work
February 3, 2013
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by Linda Leibl — Women in their 20s may have started having children, which often means dealing with stretch marks on the stomach. Stretch marks occur as a result of the tearing of collagen and elastic fibers during the rapid weight gain of pregnancy. It’s a good thing that during this particular time in our […]
The importance of sunscreen
January 24, 2013
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by Linda Leibl — My dermatologist and I have frequent discussions about the importance of sunscreen, and I want to pass along some serious medical data about skin cancer. Protection and prevention are essential because, if you are older than 35, you have already suffered years of sun damage. According to physicians at the American […]
New technology + old science = amazing results
January 12, 2013
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by Linda Leibl — I love America; I could not imagine living anywhere else. But in many areas, our culture has perfected the art of what “does not work.” Look at our diets, eating habits and lifestyles, compared to those of Europeans. If you have ever traveled to Europe, you likely observed the difference between […]
How to understand your aging skin
September 11, 2012
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by Linda Leibl — With 450 million baby boomers worldwide, it is of little surprise that the market for anti-aging treatments is in the midst of an explosion. Because this maturing group wants to look and feel great, they are demanding anti-aging, health and wellness products — and there seems to be no end to […]
Six secrets to your best skin ever
September 9, 2012
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by Linda Leibl — Having worked in makeup, cosmetics and skincare for more than 25 years, I am often asked questions on skincare regimes, systems and basic ingredients. As such, I thought it was time for an article about basic skin products and their application. 1. Cleansing your face — Remove your eye makeup first […]
Botox results without botulism
August 30, 2012
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by Beata George — Botox®, the popular wrinkle plumper-upper, turned out to be more dangerous than advertised. Researchers discovered earlier this year that the botulinum toxin can travel from the injection site into the brain in lab animals. Whoops. It should not have come as a big surprise. Preclinical testing showed some evidence that the […]
Savvy secrets to sensational skin
August 28, 2012
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by Linda Leibl — Many of you know the basics of skincare — some of the do’s and don’ts, how to apply your products, and the regime and specifics for your skin type. What you might not know is that there are a lot of great new options for enhancing your skin, as healthier, more […]
Begin a radiant spring with beautiful skin
August 1, 2012
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by Linda Leibl — Spring is the perfect time to renew and rejuvenate. It’s time to uncover the youthful vitality of your skin with the newest techniques — from facials and scrubs to natural skincare products, oxygen therapy and more. You are ready for radiance, but where do you begin and what do you need […]
Beauty Pure and Simple: The Ayurvedic Approach to Beautiful Skin
April 12, 2012
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by Kristen Ma A radiant complexion can be yours through the ancient science of Ayurveda. Ma invites you to expand your skincare consciousness to incorporate elements from this millennia-old system of wellness from India, along with principles supported by the latest scientific research on skin biology. Her practical guidelines are safe and easy to follow […]
How to prevent and reverse aging
March 5, 2012
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by Linda Leibl — Anti-aging and wellness are hot topics these days. Everywhere you turn, there is more information about looking and feeling younger. Even grandmothers look younger these days — not like they did 10 or 20 years ago. As you’re hearing everywhere, the new 50 looks 30, the new 60 looks 40, and […]
Your face is the perfect canvas
February 28, 2012
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by Linda L. Leibl — For those of us who want to look our very best, having flawless makeup to create a more beautiful and natural-looking face is job one. We all start with a basic “blank canvas,” and learning the techniques to build from there can enhance our beauty exponentially. I assure you that […]
March 19, 2013
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