SUN CARE 101
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Just in time for Spring, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued a proposed rule that would update regulatory requirements for many sunscreen products.This is aimed at bringing nonprescription, over-the-counter (OTC) sunscreens that are marketed without FDA-approvals up to date with the latest science. Their hope is to ensure that consumers understand the criteria for effective sun care options, active ingredients dosage forms, SPF and broad-spectrum requirements.
The FDA also proposes labeling updates to make it easier for consumers to identify key product information. Broad spectrum sunscreens with SPF of at least 15 are considered mandatory for preventing skin cancer and prote
COOLING BEAUTY FOR THE DOG DAYS OF SUMMER
August—the dog days of summer are nearly upon us. And if you live in the western US, temps really heat up in September. Keeping cool remains essential for weeks and months to come. Stay cool with these beauty essentials that will refresh your skin and raise your spirits.
Get ready for the stress and heat of the day with Skyn Iceland Antidote Daily Cooling Lotion ($45) . An anti-stress skincare range, Skyn Iceland draws minerals and healing properties from Icelandic glacial water. The Cooling Lotion will help keep soaring temperatures from irritating and reddening your skin with soothing white willow park and anti-inflammatory Icelandic kelp. Skyn Iceland Arctic Face Mist ($29) sh
9 EASY WAYS TO KEEP IT COOL THIS SUMMER
So far, the summer of 2012 is shaping up to be a hot one. Record-breaking temperatures have already engulfed the country sending us scrambling to find easy ways to cool off. Don’t have time in your busy schedule to take a dip in a pool or journey up to northern Canada? Don’t worry; this collection of easy-to-use cooling products has you covered.
Face and body mists are a great way to get a refreshing on-the-go spritz. With just one spray, they provide a revitalizing burst of hydration that will get you moving again when the stifling heat has you feeling sluggish; they also have moisturizing properties that can help repair skin that’s been dried out or damaged under th
GORGEOUS GIVEAWAY – COMODYNES SELF-TANNING TOWELETTES
Banish pale winter skin with this week’s GORGEOUS GIVEAWAY. We have 3 sets of Comodynes 24-Pack of Self-Tanning Towelettes (a $36 value) to give to our lucky winners. Individually packaged, these towelettes will give you a completely sun-free natural looking tan. Get in on the Hollywood secret and find out why actresses Jennifer Aniston and Tori Spelling and makeup artist Mally Roncal are fans of Comodynes.
Comodynes Self-Tanning Towelettes provide an even, safe and clean tan on face and body in just 3 hours. There are no side effects and the self-tanner applies without streaking. The formulation even contains a moisturizing complex, which helps eliminate the feeling of tightness e
