How To Treat An Acne Scar With Super Skin Care Products

Acne. It's not easy to deal with, and when an acne scar is left behind, your self esteem can hit bottom. Everyone desires beautiful skin, and it is possible for all of us to achieve.

But what many people don't understand, is that there is a way to soften and smooth an acne scar. Sure, we all know that a topical treatment with a moisturizing base is very important, however, that is only a tiny part of the beauty equation.

You also want to improve the texture of an acne scar, but you don't want a formula that causes more break-outs.

For a number of years, some women and men have turned to natural methods to battle acne scars. A cotton ball dipped in lemon or lime juice has been a popular way to lighten up the tissue. And there are others who have used honey, and even sour cream, in hopes of healing a scarred area of the face.

But now we've learned that these natural methods are merely scratching the surface. Researchers have discovered more wonderful ingredients from nature and the science lab that can do more than just lighten an acne scar. There are new blended formulas that smooth the roughness and help dissolve the scar tissue, and stimulate collagen production. Let's take a look at some of these skin care products:

1. Rosehip Oil. A very strong concentration of Vitamin C. This soothing oil has been prescribed for some 20 years now to patients following surgery, to keep scarring to a minimum. Rosehip oil also has the magic touch to regenerate skin cells.

2. Acai Berry Extract. You've heard about this wonderful little berry that has been known to help people lose weight and maintain a healthy body. Now beauty scientists have learned that the super berry of the acai also does wonders for the skin, especially when it comes to acne scars. Acai berry extract can speed up the healing of the scar, and also take away any nasty bruising and embarrassing discoloration.

3. Collaxyl. An incredible peptide, known as hexapeptide 9. Researchers have found Collaxyl to be an excellent skin repairer. What it does, is act as a catalyst to spur the skin on, in re-building and re-modeling the holes left behind from the scar tissue. Collaxyl is a big breakthrough in the world of skin care, because of its amazing ability to remove acne scars.

Whatever you do, remember there is help for those whose complexions have been left behind with unattractive acne scars and the challenges that come with such a complex type of skin. And when that aid comes in the way of powerful and successful topical treatments, you'd be a fool not to give these new skin care products a shot.

We can all achieve beautiful skin. The journey might be a slow and thoughtful one, but today's high-tech beauty formulas can actually re-build the skin. And that can lift anyone's self-esteem.

How To Get Super Glossy Hair With Hempz Shine Spray

Glossy. Shiny. It's the kind of hair we all desire. In fact, we were just having that conversation with a girlfriend about 'so and so' having such shiny locks. How does she get that megawatt glow?

Let's be reasonable here. Flat irons. Blow dryers. Perms. Straightening. Extensions. Curling irons. Peroxide. Permanent color.

All of those can really damage the hair cuticle, resulting in flat, dry, and dull-looking locks. But some of us cannot live without some type of hair chemical alteration.......so, what can we do?!

Try some hemp seed oil.

Oh yeah. There's something in it that brings on the S-H-I-N-E. Hemp seed oil is legal, so let's get that out of the way. In fact, hemp oil is now commonly used in a number of beauty treatments---shampoos, hairsprays, conditioners, etc. It's got good properties in it, that can strengthen your hair. And don't worry, your hair will get high in shine, but not high off the THC, because there is not enough of it in there to get you stoned.

Just a little hemp history: Marijuana and industrial hemp both come from Cannabis sativa L, but the plants are cultivated in very different ways. Industrial hemp makes use of the seeds and fiber, whereas pot plants are harvested for their flowering tops and leaves.

That's why we are looking today at Supre Hempz Shine Spray ($16, now on sale for $13, 4.3 oz. can) here. This is amazing shine spray. It wakes up even the dullest hair! We just happened to stumble upon it. We like it when a beauty product can add such 'weightless brilliance' to any type of hair.

If you are a little hair-challenged these days, why not try Supre Hempz Shine Spray, and enjoy using a product that actually comes from nature.

"Hempz Shine Spray adds instant shine for healthy looking hair. Hemp seed oil and extract work with natural botanical oils, proteins and special silicones to provide immediate shine, tame frizz and help keep hair conditioned. UV-inhibitors and heat shield ingredients protect from color loss and styling damage. Hempz Shine Spray is the final step for a perfect style."

How To Get Kim Kardashian's Sexy Look From One-Stop-Shop At Sephora

Kim Kardashian. Sephora.

You know you're really famous and gorgeous, when a major beauty store has a special section of makeup you wear.

Yes, it's true......you can get Kim K's look, too, with a one-stop-shop at Sephora:

"This hand-picked collection is what you'll find in Kim Kardashian's very own Sephora shopping basket. From her voluptuous scent to her must-have lip plumper, here are the beauty obsessions that are essential to her signature, smoldering look."

Many women love Kim Kardashian's choice in makeup. If you visit Kim's website, you would find many women begging the petite, raven-haired beauty for her makeup tips and brands.

And Kim K loves to play with lots and lots of cosmetics, so let's take a look at some of her new Sephora favorites:

1. Sephora Collection Colorful Mono Eyeshadow in Bling Bling Style ($12).

2. Sephora Collection Colorful Mono Eyeshadow in Mad for Macaroons ($12).

3. Sephora Collection Retractable Waterproof Eyeliner in Matte Brown-Black ($12).

4. Sephora Collection Black Eyelash Curler ($16).

5. Sephora Collection Atomic Volume Mascara in Black ($14).

6. Blush Me! Mono in Meringue Jalouse ($12).

7. Sephora Collection Rouge Cream in Valentine ($12).

8. Sephora by OPI Nail Colour in Tire Jack ($9).

9. Fusion Beauty LipFusion in InFatuation ($29).

10. Kim Kardashian 1 oz. Eau de Parfum Spray ($35).

11. Kim Kardashian 1.7 oz. Eau de Parfum Spray ($50).

For more details about Kim Kardashian's sexy, one-stop-shop makeup look, click on Sephora.

New Brilliance Eye Cream By ROC With E-Pulse Power

Eye cream.

Do we really need one?

Yes. Yes. Yes. At least that is what smart dermatologists say. And there are tons of eye creams out there, that claim to do a multitude of wonderful things for your eyes.

As we have stressed here at BeautyTip Today, over and over again, the skin around the eyes is thin and dry, and quite delicate. The eye area shows aging very quickly, unfortunately. But eye creams have come a long way and the beauty science is much stronger. Now there are formulas that lift, tighten, and help to fade or soften existing fine lines and wrinkles, and de-puff tired undereyes.

And now the skin experts at ROC are promising you 'younger looking eyes in 3 days...a promise inspired by electro-stimulation.'

Hmmm. That's quite a lot to promise dear ROC. But let's take a look at this new eye beautifier that you can pick up at the local drugstore for $49.99:

ROC Brilliance e-pulse features an unique 2-step process with 2 products---Activating serum and Beautifying Creme.

So what exactly is e-pulse?

According to ROC, it's something that truly helps zap wrinkles--"E-pulse, a patented micro-current technology that stimulates skin's natural process for creating brilliantly beautiful, younger-looking eyes. Immediately reduces the appearance of dark circles and puffiness. In clinical testing of E-PULSE technology, women experienced fast results and even greater improvements with continued use."

And directions are simple:
Use once or twice a day in the AM and/or PM. The eye beautifying crème and eye activating serum should be applied in equal amounts evenly to the eye area. Apply a layer of the beautifying crème, over the serum, to the same areas.

The results:

After 4 Weeks:
Eyes appear significantly more open and lifted for brilliant, more awake-looking eyes.
Diminished the appearance of dark circles to brighten skin around the eye area.
Dramatically improved the appearance of bags and puffiness for more defined, younger-looking eyes.

We found a $20 rebate coupon for ROC Brilliance e-pulse, so you save a few bucks here. We love that! Just visit ROC.

Sexy New Jewelry Line For J Crew: Gritty Meets Glam with Fenton-Fallon

Wow! J. Crew has launched an amazing new jewelry line called Fenton-Fallon for J. Crew. And we love these pieces! Gritty meets glam! Our thoughts exactly.

It's a very sexy collection of chunky statement pieces of bracelets and necklaces. Just take a peek! A lovely mix of industrial-metal pieces with very classic Fenton-Fallon trademarks----like the pyramid studs, spikes, and jumbled chains.

Prices range from $95 - $295. And the J Crew Fenton-Fallon line has just launched. And it's now available at JCrew.com.

We believe the new Fenton-Fallon for J. Crew line is a hot one. It's punk meets classic in a very NYC way.

We have our eyes on the crystal rock bracelet ($85), in gunmetal. Not arm candy for the shy. This is a very bold statement piece, as the website describes it:

.....Equally at home with a simple tee or peeking beneath the cuff of a boyfriend blazer, it's the one you'll wear again and again—and again. Hematite-plated (gunmetal) or purple gold-plated (copper) steel chain. Hand-assembled faceted round glass stones.

Very nice.

New Mederma Stretch Marks Cream Can Smooth And Soften Beautifully

Stretch marks. Most women have them, and most of them are hoping for a magic cream to make these unattractive marks disappear.

Can Mederma's new Stretch Marks Therapy cream ($39.99. 5.3 oz.) wipe them all away?

No. BUT-----experts say, "The cream made them look better and feel better."

Here at Beauty Tip Today, we have done a few articles in the past about stretch marks. And we have learned this: No matter how many creams you rub on your belly, you can never get rid of stretch marks permanently.

A New York Times article about two years ago, featured a story about stretch marks and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists. (photo by Getty Images)

“There’s not much you can do about these, other than monitor your weight gain,” said Dr. Laura Riley, a maternal fetal medicine specialist at Massachusetts General Hospital and author of “You and Your Baby” (2006). “Various creams and lotions are sold to prevent stretch marks from developing or getting worse, but the jury is out on whether they work.”

But the American Pregnancy Association is saying something else. The APA suggests that women CAN reduce the probability of stretch marks. Note the key word here, 'probability.'

Stretch marks occur when skin loses its elasticity, usually from rapid weight gain — a common occurrence, when a woman is pregant. It's estimated that 85-90% of pregnant women get them at some point during their pregnancy. 'Striae gravidarum'(medical lingo for stretch marks) are caused by tearing in the skin and connective tissue, due to the stretching of the fat tissue. Over time, stretch marks turn almost a silvery color in comparison to one's normal skintone.

The good news, the scar Mederma experts, have introduced their new skin cream that can reduce the redness of new stretch marks and make them smoother and softer, according to a new study. And it's best to attack the stretch marks fast, and early on, when the lines are red and purple.

Mederma's Stretch Marks Therapy cream contains onion extract, the same mysterious ingredient found in the original Mederma Scar cream. And many women are applauding the new cream.

Dr. Zoe Draelos, a consulting professor at Duke University Medical Center, revealed the results from the Mederma cream and the study involving 54 women, aged 18 to 45.

They massaged in a quarter-sized amount of the cream into one of their stretch marks twice a day for 12 weeks. The other stretch mark received no treatment.
They started to notice the difference after two weeks of treatment, and the difference continued through all 12 weeks of the study.

"The stretch marks did not go away, but the cream made them look and feel better," says Dr. Draelos.

We think this is promising news about stretch marks and certainly worth the $40 to try.

Beauty Tips From Royal Cover Girl Queen Latifah

Beauty tips. We get them while we can and from many sources. Today, we are looking at royal CoverGirl Queen Latifah. The bold and beautiful actress/singer has several wonderful beauty tips of her own, and shares them in the May issue of Glamour magazine.

You will need a box of baking soda for one of the Queen's favorite tips:

1. A cheap radiance booster. "Mix baking soda with water and use it on your face as an exfoliater. My grandmother gave me that tip," she says.

Queen Latifah is right. Baking soda is super at sloughing off dead skin cells and taming blackheads. Just make a gooey paste of it and apply to face in circular motion, and rinse off. Protects against pimples. Baking soda can leave your face red and burning, so go easy!

2. No more crease-y eyelids! "I dip my brush in a little water before I apply shadow. It lasts longer," Queen Latifah says.

Another good tip. We also do this little water trick to stop the oiliness from settling into our eye shadow during a long day, when makeup re-touching is not an option.

3. Her go-to hair stuff. "I'm a Pantene girl. I use the products that make hair color last longer."

Who doesn't love Pantene Hair products? There's a Pantene for every woman's head of hair. And the Pantene people are pros when it comes to color-treated locks.

4. For super-soft skin. "Mario Badescu Buttermilk Moisturizer. I don't like heavy stuff on my face; it's nice and light."
This is a great choice for combination skin. Non-clogging with lactic acid as the key ingredient, which is of course, an Alpha Hydroxy Acid.


5. Always in her purse. "Rosebud salve. It's a good lip moisturizer."

Cool beauty tips and inexpensive items you can find at your local drug/and or beauty stores.