Looking For The Next Face of Beauty

Can you see yourself in a national ad campaign as the face of a new skincare brand? The Pink Panel is conducting a top secret consumer study for a national beauty brand that wants to cast a new face to be included in their national campaigns.

So what’s involved?

The requirements are….

* You must be between 20-50 years old
* Have purchased beauty products within the past 3 months
* Be able to come to their offices located in Upper Georgetown/Palisades on April 21st
* You must complete 3 online surveys over the 30 day period
* Must purchase skin care products from places like Sephora and/or Department stores

If you are chosen to be a part of this study, you will get to touch and use the products before ANYONE ELSE!

You will receive a fabulous cash payout of $125 and a bonus of over $200 in free products that you will be trying for 30 days.

Contact rebecca@tbc.com and include the following information:

Name:

Phone:

Best time to call:

Email address:

Age:

Recent head shot:

Skincare brand(s) you are currently using:


We'll be watching to see if you are the face they're looking for!

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The Proof Is In the Pictures

It's so hard to know what products out there are really effective and do what they say they do. But I received some pictures recently from Rodan & Fields Dermatologists consultant Carol Price Adgerson that tell a convincing story about their line of Reverse products.

Rodan & Fields are the dermatologists who created ProActiv for acne that has been incredibly successful with lots of celebrity endorsements. More recently they turned their attention to sun and age damage and have created several lines of products including Reverse. The regimen can literally reverse some of the dullness, brown spots and damage that occurs.

The before and after pictures show the results that were experienced by some users of Reverse and they tell the story better than anything else:




The regimen includes a Deep Exfoliating Wash, Reverse Skin Lightening Toner, Reverse Skin Lightening Treatment and Reverse UVA/UVB SPF 15 Sunscreen.
To learn more about the products or to order them you can visit Carol's website: https://cpadgerson.myrandf.com.

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Get Ready For The Beach At The Bash!

Last year's Beauty On The Beach Bash was so much fun we're doing it again in a big way! Beauty experts and Washington women looking for their best summer look came together for a the perfect lead in to Memorial Day.

Summer is a such a fun time of the year and a lot of us consider it our favorite season, but it does pose some beauty issues...like hair removal, looking good in a bathing suit, frizz hair, safe tanning and...well maybe there more than a few issues. Answers to those problems plus tips on well...everything under the sun will be at the two events.

May 11th it's Beauty On The Beach Bash in Friendship Heights on the terrace of Indique Heights from 6 to 9pm. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.

On May 18th the bash moves to Virginia and the Tysons Corner/Vienna area at the Westwood Country Club also from 6 to 9pm with a portion of the proceeds benefitting the March of Dimes of the National Capital Area.

There will be lots more information coming but save the date and buy your ticket early before they sell out at www.beautyonthebeachbash.com.

After snowmeggedon we all need a day (or two) at the beach so hope to see you there!

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Dysport's Love It or Leave It Challenge

Maybe you were frowning a lot at the weather forecasts this winter and have deepened the lines between your eyes...or maybe the "smile" lines at the corner of your eyes don't seem as cute anymore...

There is a nice rebate going on by the makers of Dysport, the prescription injection used to temporarily improve the look of moderate to severe frown lines between the eyebrows in adults less than 65 years of age.

They're calling it the Dysport "Love It or Leave It" Challenge and you could save up to $150 if you take action before April 30th, 2010.

Here's how it works:

Within 14 days after your first Dysport treatment, you must sign up for the Dysport Challenge, download your Dysport Coupon Rebate Form, and mail the rebate form and itemized receipt. You can get a $75 Rebate Check whether or not you have a second treatment.

If you love your treatment and get a second Dysport treatment you'll get another $75 rebate for a total savings of $150.

If you don't love it, and your doctor chooses to treat you with another botulinum toxin type A
product they'll rebate $75 of the treatment cost.


There are some conditions:

• You must wait a minimum of 3 months between your first and second treatments.
• Within 14 days after your second treatment, mail the rebate form and itemized receipt.

You can sign up and read more of the fine print and conditions at http://www.dysportusa.com/dc_choose.aspx.

It's a smart marketing campaign and incentive for giving Dysport a try, since as the saying goes there's nothing to lose!

Dysport is offered locally at:

Dr. Suzanne Kim Doud Galli
www.restonfacialplastics.com

Dermatology & Clinical Skin Care Center
www.dermskin.com

Vitalia Medspa
www.vitaliamedspava.com

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The Inspiration for Hometown Beauty Lines

The beauty industry is such a profitable and growing industry, it would be logical and maybe a little cynical to assume anyone who creates a line of beauty products is in it for the money.

And I'm sure in many cases you would be quite accurate in your assumption.

But in the stories of five women from the Washington area with their own product lines, it seems that many other factors came into play and the only green anyone mentioned was strictly in the organic sense.

Here are five women, five different product lines and their inspiration for wanting to make the world a more beautiful place.

Honi Borden is the founder of Holeco® Wellness Medi Spa http://www.holecomedispa.com/, the first holistic/non-toxic, green medical spa in the U.S. recognized as green by Green America. So it's no surprise her holeco® life www.holecolife.com line of products is in keeping with her values:

"I was inspired to start my own product line after years of working in the beauty industry and noticing how many toxins were in all of the products. From personal pain of watching my family suffer, years of research, and experiencing as a direct effect on our health, I chose mindful non-toxin living. When I opened my own holistic medi spa, I decided to carry only non-toxic products and preferably those made from organic ingredients. After two years of working on my own product line, I am excited to say that holeco® life will be launched this Spring. Our products are hand-made from 100% natural ingredients/preservatives and are packaged with eco-friendly materials. A portion of our proceeds also go to support the International Lifeline Fund Projects, which provides clean water and fuel efficient stoves in developing countries in Africa. I am so thrilled to have this amazing line of eco-friendly beauty products that respects your health, protects the environment & helps improves the lives of those in need."


Sara Damelio is another local woman whose Skincando www.skincando.com product line came about from her personal experiences and frustration with what was commercially available. It even led to a career change:

"I had problem skin since I was a freshmen in High School. It became a goal of mine to heal it using expensive beauty products from Nordstrom. Every weekend I would go and ask for samples from the different counters like Clinique, Ernest Lazlo and Perscriptives. Nothing worked! After college, I moved to DC as an unpaid intern at The National Geographic and worked part time at EFX. EFX (now BlueMercury) was a luxury beauty product mecca. I was finally able to use the products of my dreams and was excited to reap the promised rewards of beautiful skin. Unfortunately, I ended up in debt and with skin that was redder, more broken out and irritated. During my breaks at the Geographic, I began to research skin care ingredients and what women of other cultures used on their skin. I found that a lot of common ingredients found in beauty products were toxic and known irritants and that women in other parts of the world used natural ingredients like yogurt, honey & spices on their skin. A few weeks later, I started making my own pure organic moisturizer at home and giving it to friends and family to try. The response was great and 10 years later grew into Skincando, inc with Combat-Ready Balm as our top selling product."


For Lucy Enniss, founder of elliott's ethos www.elliottsethos.com it was her love of animals that influenced the ingredients in her line of skin, hair and bath products:

"My inspiration comes from my devotion as an animal welfare advocate. For years, I have stood in drugstore and grocery store aisles reading the backs of personal care product bottles to see if the manufacturer and distributor where cruelty-free. If the information was ambiguous, I would scour the internet to find the answers. With more and more organic markets opening and consumer awareness on the rise, the search has become easier. In those past and present internet searches I found a whole world of small business making organic, natural, cruelty-free and vegan products. I decided to join that world. Elliott’s Ethos products state clearly on the front that products are cruelty-free (no more reading tiny print on the back labels for me!). Soaking in a bubble bath can be even more relaxing with a clear conscience. "


Having worked in the beauty industry and having knowledge of what was out there, Luise Estelle felt something was missing. As a result she created her organic line of Estelle Naturals www.estellenatural.com to address anti-aging:

"I have been working in the skincare industry for years and was always intrigued by different lines and their benefits. It was not easy finding a natural line that also had anti-aging benefits. After doing an extensive amount of research, I found ingredients which are natural, yet will boost collagen and have anti-aging benefits. Creating such a line has been my passion. I believe that in the near future going all natural and green is the way to go in every area of life. It is a healthier way of living."


Zosimos Botanicals http://www.zosimosbotanicals.com/ is an extensive line of organic makeup, skin and hair products created by former trademark attorney Linda Stein. Linda seems to have found her true calling promoting an eco-friendly lifestyle:

"Knowledge of the harmful effects of drugstore brands of personal care products inspired the creation of Zosimos Botanicals' line of cosmetics and skincare. Wearing eye makeup resulted in painful swelling and when my sister used soap her hands peeled. I want to educate women on the existence of harmful ingredients, and provide alternatives to mass-produced cosmetics. Plus, the career path I was on didn't allow an outlet for my need to please others. No one thanked me for the work I was doing. Now, people are genuinely happy to find Zosimos Botanicals almost every day."


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Beauty Damage Control from Snowmegeddon!

Maybe you had to shovel out your sidewalk and your car in sub-freezing temperatures with the wind howling around you...and maybe with this crazy winter you've had to do it more than once.

Unless you were in a bubble or wearing a ski mask and had every inch of skin covered, you might be feeling and seeing the effects of overly dry skin, hair and lips. They may all be in need of some major repair with products that are designed to fix the damage.

BeautyInDC.com found these super charged products especially designed to add moisture where you really need it and fast!



Before you even apply your moisturizer you might need to change your cleanser to meet the needs of your parched skin. Although you want your skin clean you don't want to end up with that tight feeling. Bioelements Moisture Positive Cleanser calms, hydrates and refreshes your skin all at the same time. The product contains all natural herbs and oils like ginseng, sage and rosemary. Locally you can buy it at Salon Roi for $27.00 or order it from their online store at www.salonroidc.com.


Since even normal skin may be exhibiting redness and sensitivity during this harsh winter, a product formulated especially for sensitive skin may be your key to survival till spring!
Rodan & Fields Dermatologists Soothe line of products strengthen your moisture barrier and have been clinically proven to reduce redness and irritiation within 5 minutes of application. The line includes a cleanser, sunscreen, moisturizer and in the case of urgent skin irritation, a hydrocortisone lotion. You can purchase the Soothe regimen including three of the main products for $133.00 from local consultant Carol Price Adgerson at https://cpadgerson.myrandf.com/Shop/Soothe.



Guess I should have been better about wearing gloves as I've noticed my hands have really taken a hit this winter. In searching for a product that can repair cracked and chapped skin I discovers Mario Badescu's Elasto-Seamoillent Hand Cream. This product uses Vitamin E to both repair and protect from future damage especially if you're washing your hands often to try to avoid getting a bug. For a really intense treatment apply liberally and put on beauty gloves before you go to bed. It's only $8.00 for 4 oz. and available at Beauty 360 in DC www.beauty360.com.



Avon has a body lotion that says it can boost your moisture by up to 700% and it's all for a bargain price of $5.99 on sale--I think I need to stock up! It's called Moisture Therapy Ultra Skin Renewal Body Lotion. It says it will start working on contact and help with the redness and itchiness that can result if you've been getting relief from the cold by lots of hot showers and baths. Use it twice a day for best results. Available at www.avon.com.



Lips are especially vulnerable and in need of extra attention during any winter, not to mention one for the record books. Boscia Jujube Salve Stick can even fix damage that has already been done. Jujube fruit and macadamia oil actually encourage cell regeneration as other ingredients offer relief and nourishment. A tube is $18.00 and available at Sephora or www.sephora.com.


Of course we can't forget our hair--the dry air and cold temperatures can lead to a limp and listless locks. If you watch QVC you may have seen a line of products whose main ingredients are derived from the rainforest. Ojon has a very mysterious and exotic image but they also have a beauty winner in their Restorative Hair Treatment. This intensive deep conditioner includes a comb to distribute and is made up of 100 percent palm nut oil. Leave it on for 10 to 20 minutes and it promises to restore your hair to shiny, silky, manageability. Available from QVC at www.qvc.com for $49.00.

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5 Cosmetic Treatments Under $500

The economy may be improving a bit but you’re probably still being cautious about the money your budget for clothes and beauty services.

With that in mind BeautyInDC.com made it a point to find 5 products and services that can brighten your skin, shave years off your face, shorten your makeup routine and increase your confidence! Since the sky is the limit when it comes to improving our looks, the challenge was to keep each treatment under $500.

Here are 5 that you can do easily and with little recovery or downtime.

1) Reducing Wrinkles with Botox or Dysport—These are injected into the underlying muscles to relax them and reduce wrinkles. They’re used most widely in the area between your eyes on “frown” lines; forehead wrinkles and “crows” feet. Prices vary widely but an average cost to relax one problem area is around $350.

2) Permanent Makeup Application—If you have dreamed about waking up and looking great without having to apply makeup then permanent makeup might be for you. Permanent makeup is a form of cosmetic tattoo with natural pigments to form lip liner, eyeliner or eyebrows. As the name implies the results are permanent and will not wash or rub off so you’ll have less steps to your makeup routine. A typical cost for permanent lip liner is around $500.

3) Q-Switched Laser—if sun damage and brown spots are a concern the Q-Switched laser is a cutting edge procedure that emits short, higher pulses of light to remove spots, tattoos and improve the look and brightness of your skin. It’s an anti-aging treatment that starts at an average of $200 per session but you may need multiple sessions for optimal results.

4) Latisse—this solution was approved by the FDA in 2009 to help improve the look of eyelashes by making them fuller, thicker and darker. A prescription for an average of $99 is applied on the upper eyelid near the base of the lashes. You should start to see results in a month with the full effect achieved in about 4 months.

5) Facial Peel—Much more than a facial, a chemical peel is a treatment which involves an acid peel applied to remove the damaged, outer layers of the skin. They’re used to enhance and smooth the texture of the skin and can help with acne scarring, fine lines, wrinkles or uneven pigmentation. Prices will vary based on the strength of the peel but they start around $150 on average.

If you decide you want to try any of the products or services mentioned it’s important to find a board certified doctor or licensed aesthetician to make sure you get the best and safest results.

You can find professionals and special deals on these services at www.beautyindc.com.

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