What's in my Beach Bag? Sunscreen!

This post is majorly delayed...should have been sent out last Monday. Better late than never...here it is:

Finally - Nice weather in Michigan this past weekend! Spent some time on the lake and loaded up my beach bag!

First things first, sunscreen. You can wear beach cover ups and long linen pants, but you can't walk around with a bag on your head. I always wear a higher SPF on my face since it sees the most sun (I'm not a fan of hats!). Here is what Mike and I wore on our faces all weekend:


CellCeuticals Photo Defense SPF 55+
I used this while I was in Vegas and it was a scorching 90+ degrees out. I only used it on my face and didn't burn at all while out in the sun by the pool all day. PhotoDefense is meant to protect skin against daily UVA and UVB sun exposure while simultaneously combating premature skin aging and moisturizing. This didn't turn my face white, went on smooth, absorbed quickly, and didn't break me out!
$45

La Roche-Posay Anthelios 60 Ultra Light Sunscreen Fluid
I love love love La Roche-Posay sunscreen. They don't mess around with their products. It's designed for normal to combination skin, super light and has a matte finish. This one didn't break me out either.

This fluid provides SPF 60 and broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection with breakthrough Cell-Ox Shield, to protect skin. Other benefits and pluses: High UVA protection, water-resistant, helps protect skin from sun damage, fragrance free, non-comedogenic and tested on sensitive skin.
$27.90

Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30
Quick warning: this is not to be used alone for sunblock for your face. I love this stuff, but it's not the only lotion I use when out in the sun all day. This is my DAILY moisturizer and it is divine. It gives my skin a dewy look, but without making me look or feel greasy. It moisturizes really well and doesn't break me out. I can use it by itself with just some blush or a bronzer and don't feel the need for foundation. I love using it alone, I feel like I'm giving my skin some room to breath!

My dermatologist turned me on to Aveeno and I use it for body lotion (Positively Smooth smells great!), facial lotion and face wash (Ultra Calming Cleanser).

What's the Best Sun Protection for Your Skin?

What's The Best Sun Protection For You?

Find out which products will keep you burn-free and looking fabulous this summer

This is a TotalBeauty.com best and worst skin care products article While it's no fun to apply sunscreen (unless of course someone else does it for you), using these top-rated products will hopefully make it a tad more enjoyable. See products

Creme de la Mer Partners with Oceana

La Mer is proud to announce the fifth anniversary of its partnership with Oceana, the world's leading international ocean advocacy organization. To celebrate, La Mer has created a limited-edition World Oceans Day "blue" Creme de la Mer jar and will make a $200,000 donation to Oceana. This is the first time the look of La Mer's signature Creme de la Mer jar has been changed!

Creme de la Mer is a super rich moisturizing creme that can moisturize the driest of skin. I love that it's thick, and has a light, comforting scent to it. I use it as my night cream and in the morning underneath my foundation. It's definitely luxurious, and it's expensive, but definitely worth putting on your wish list, especially if you have dry skin that you want to treat for a few months.

Are You Armed with the Right Anti-Aging Tools?

Are You Armed With the Right Anti-Aging Tools?

Take this quiz to see what you might be missing out on

This is a TotalBeauty.com skin care article Answer a few questions and you'll get the scoop on which wrinkle-busting products are best for you. Take quiz

And the Winners Are...

Garnier Ultra Pro Lift - kittylik, blank001, patpapa518, Mshalo6, whirlygirly77@yahoo.com, kathyherman, himyheart97, hasama, runettebearden, pjtallent

Hard Candy lipgloss and mascara - patpapa518

Lindsay Phillips Ballet Flats - benitez_desiree

Havaianas flip flops - farrell

Friday Freebies!

Pantene haircare sample
Starbucks Ready To Brew sample
Crest 3D White sample
Cottonelle sample

Bobbi Brown Beach Club Collection

“I’m always inspired by how happy and healthy people look on the beach. Nothing says summer to me like pretty, glowing skin and shimmering lids.” – Bobbi Brown

Introducing Bobbi’s Beach Club Collection which features everything you need to get gleaming skin and iridescent lids.

Beach Shimmer Brick, Limited Edition
Hand-made in Italy, Bobbi’s new Beach Shimmer Brick compact features five bars of warm, pearlized shimmer to create a beautiful seaside glow. Run the Face Blender Brush across all five shades and lightly dust over cheeks and forehead, or wear just one shade on your eyes for subtle glimmer.
Price: $38.00

Metallic Long-Wear Cream Shadows, New
Our award-winning formula now available in glistening pastels from ocean blue to oyster pink. For a sheer effect, blend on lids with your fingers. For a more dramatic look, add another layer or wear on top of your favorite shadow for soft shimmer. Stays color-true and crease-free all day. New shades include: Moonstone, Opal, Surf and Pink Oyster.
Price: $22.00

Shore Long-Wear Cream Shadow, New
A soft matte beige perfect for a look that’s just one notch up from natural, Shore Long-Wear Cream Shadow will stay color-true and crease-free all day.
Price: $22.00

Clear Treatment Lip Shine SPF 15, New
A lightweight, soft shine lipstick that doubles as a rejuvenating treatment, Treatment Lip Shine SPF 15 instantly comforts dry, chapped lips and provides long-term moisturization with natural Cocoa and Shea Butters, Jojoba, Apricot Kernel and Avocado Oils. Peptides, along with Vitamin C and Paracress, stimulate collagen production to reduce fine lines and wrinkles while SPF 15 helps prevent sun damage.
Price: $22.00

Bobbi’s Beach Club will be available in June 2010 from www.bobbibrowncosmetics.com.

Giveaway Break - Senna Double Dose Blush

I love this blush! Senna Double Dose Blush combines the perfect colors to create a healthy, natural looking glow. I wear the duo in Sunshine, which is a combo of shimmering golden peach and a vibrant peach blush. The lighter color of the two I use closer to the top of my cheek bones, sort of like a highlighter, and the more pink color on the apples of my cheeks.

I like to toss this is in my purse and use it to touch up during the day. The powder is silky, not crumbly, and in a rush, I use my finger to apply the the lighter color as a highlighter.

***Giveaway***

Enter to win Senna Double Dose Blush in Stargazer!

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This giveaway is open to US & Canadian residents only. The contest will end on Saturday, July 3rd. I will randomly select the lucky winner and announce them on Lipgloss Break, so keep checking to see if you're a winner - Good Luck!





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Christina Ricci Wearing NARS

Christina Ricci attended the closing celebration of Marina Abramovic's "The Artist Is Present" at New York's Museum of Modern Art. Want her look? She's wearing NARS...

Face

· NARS PRO-PRIME Skin Smoothing Face Prep

· NARS Siberia Sheer Matte Foundation

Eyes

· NARS PRO-PRIME Smudge Proof Eyeshadow Base

· NARS Galapagos Eyeshadow

· NARS Misfit Duo Eyeshadow

· NARS Aigle Noir Soft Touch Shadow Pencil

Lips

· NARS Harlow Lip Gloss

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