Monday, July 29, 2013

Feeling Floral

Feeling Floral



H&M sleeve less shirt, $38 / Paul Smith / Ted Baker printed trousers, $170 / Zara high heel pumps / Henri Bendel messenger bag / Library of Flowers bubble bath

Friday, July 19, 2013

Thursday, July 18, 2013

The Working Girl

The Working Girl



H&M sleeveless shirt, $12 / Coast pocket jacket, $130 / Donna Karan knit pants / Witchery cushioned shoes, $120 / Michael Kors chronograph watch / Marc by Marc Jacobs stud earrings

The "Go To" Sunscreen for your Face!

Clarins Sunscreen Multi-Protection Broad Spectrum SPF 40
(with Plant Extracts)



This is a face sunscreen and according to the Clarins, it is 100% mineral. It has Titanium Dioxide about 8.1% and Cantaloupe Melon extract for the antioxidant. I don't know how many percent they put in it but IT IS listed on the ingredients. Here's a background of the benefits of Cantaloupe Melon:

Cantaloupe melon was first presented as a gourmet delicacy in the 15th century. A treasure from the region of Provence in France, the cantaloupe melon extract chosen by Clarins Research is obtained from organic farming and contains an exceptional concentration of superoxide dismutase, an enzyme with antioxidant benefits that neutralizes the harmful effects of free radicals on skin.

My Opinion:

The title "broad spectrum" kind of caught my attention, because I want to ensure that all the sunscreens that I'm using protect my skin against both UVA and UVB. Although the title doesn't specifically state UVA and UVB protection, but I did a little research on the Skincancer.org.



http://www.skincancer.org/prevention/uva-and-uvb/understanding-uva-and-uvb

So, "Broad-Spectrum" also mean that it is UVA and UVB protected. I think it is very important to look for these words when you are shopping for a good sunscreen.

Anyways, I like this sunscreen more than the Shiseido sunsreen SPF 50 that I used to have, because the texture is very silky and sheer. It is also super light weight and doesn't even feel like I'm wearing sunscreen. As far as the fragrance, it doesn't mention that it's fragrance free but I don't really notice the fragrance that it has either. So it must have very little or no fragrance at all! The price is pretty fair as well, $40USD. I think this is a good sunscreen!

Rating 5/5

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Wednesday, July 17, 2013

The "best" Body Suncreen that You Need!

Clinique broad spectrum SPF 50 sunscreen with SolarSmart (UVA/UVB Protection)





The title immediately caught my attention as I was browsing through my local Sephora store for a good sunscreen, since it gets crazily hot here in Arizona. Some information that you might need to know when shopping for a good sunscreen.

SPF is generally a measure of protection against UVB rays, which is a primary cause of burning. However, UVB is only a small percentage of the spectrum. The more prevalent rays - UVA - are the aging rays that penetrate deeper into skin causing DNA damage.


As soon as I saw the title of this sunscreen, straight to the point "UVA and UVB protection,".... Great! I'm getting it! Another factor that you may want to pay attention to also, is whether a sunscreen is moisturizing enough for your skin. This sunscreen clearly stated "body cream" and it is super light on my skin, as the same time providing that moisture that I need along with the protection. The price is pretty reasonable, at $23USD - not bad, for a good 5 oz. sunscreen like this!

Another "plus" point that I like about this sunscreen is, it is 100% fragrance free (unlike the ones at Walgreens... urgh, yuck!)

What makes Clinique Sunscreen different than others?
  • Oil-free
  • PABA-free
  • Non-acnegenic
  • Appropriate for sensitive skins
  • 100% fragrance free
  • Both UVA and UVB Protection
  • Also a Body Cream
Note that this is only for the BODY! I'd highly recommending this product.

Rating: 5/5


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