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St. Ives Elements Olive Cleanser
What it does: It gently removes dirt, grime and makeup from the face.
Star ingredient: Olive leaf extract.
Kudos: Some cleansers are far too stripping and drying on the skin; this one isn’t. It takes away dirt and foundation, while leaving skin lightly moisturized. The pump bottle is a bonus, too. You’re less likely to use too much of the cleanser. Just two squirts provides enough to properly cleanse the face.
Olay Quench Mousse for the body
What it does: This new Olay product bans dryness that comes with cooler temperatures, using a moisturizer-rich formula that is dispensed from a can as a frothy, light mousse.
Star ingredient: Cocoa butter and jojoba oil, two effective moisturizers.
Kudos: In winter, the smell of cocoa butter may remind you of a sunny day at the beach. Plus, the mousse formulation is a hit. It’s fun to apply and you don’t need much. It’s concentrated so a little goes a long way.
Kiehl’s Superbly
Restorative Dry Oil
What it does: This multi-purpose oil makes dry skin feel supple and comfortable again. Use it as a moisturizer on the body and the face, plus your hair. A few drops spread through hair helps smooth split ends and give locks a nice sheen.
Star ingredient: Argan oil, derived from edible nuts grown in Morocco’s Atlas Mountains and prized for its skin soothing properties.
Kudos: Extra points for its non-greasy feel: absorbs quickly and leaves behind only a wonderful, light spicy and woody scent.
Garnier Nutritioniste
Skin Renew Anti-Puff Eye Roller
What it does: Up late last night? This nifty eye soother reduces the appearance of dark circles and puffiness under the eyes, using a roller-ball applicator.
Star ingredient: Caffeine to wake up circulation.
Kudos: The roller ball instantly feels cool on contact so there’s quick relief for tired, weary eyes. This product also earns accolades for being non-greasy and quick absorbing, so if you need to, you can apply makeup soon afterwards.
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La Roche-Posay Moisturizing Cream Hydreane Riche for Sensitive Skin (dry to very dry)
What it does: Irritated skin isn’t comfortable skin. It’s dry, flaky, and quick to sting with the wrong products. This cream promises gentle moisturizing while soothing and calming the skin.
Star ingredient: Thermal spring water and hydrolipids, which help skin absorb water.
Kudos: This fast-acting cream makes skin feel and look good right away. It doesn’t leave your skin looking shiny so it works well as a makeup base or on its own. Hooray for its plastic container, too. It makes for a good travel companion.
Herbacin Kamille Lip Balm
What it does: This emollient-rich balm makes lips feel soft, smooth and kissable again, without using preservatives, petroleum-based ingredients or chemical antioxidants.
Star ingredient: Organically grown chamomile and beeswax.
Kudos: You always wind up ingesting some of your lip product. With this one, you don’t have to worry because it uses natural ingredients. It feels good on the lips without a ton of shine, making this a product you can share with the guys in your family.
Divine Calm Serenity Milk Bath Powder, The Body Shop
What it does: The combination of lavender, soya milk and chamomile help ease stress and nurture the body with light moisturization, while soaking in the tub.
Star ingredient: French lavender, a popular choice for aromatherapy treatments because of its ability to soothe and calm the body and mind.
Kudos: When you need to relieve tension and get a good night’s sleep, a warm bath scented with this bath product before bedtime is a winner. Big points, too, for it not leaving the tub slippery.
Almay Oil-free
Makeup Remover Towelettes
What it does: One pre-moistened cloth dissolves and sweeps away makeup (even eye makeup) easily in one step, without having to rub or rinse.
Star ingredient: Aloe, cucumber and green tea; famous for their soothing qualities.
Kudos: The tidy, leak-free, little package is great for clean-ups on the go. It also wins bonus marks for not having fragrance and being oil-free for a non-greasy feel.
L’Oréal Men Expert
Oil Controller Deep Cleansing Scrub
What it does: It might be formulated for the guys, but gals will love it too. It buffs away dead skin cells and prevents blackheads.
Star ingredient: Fine micro-beads that roll across skin and slough off dry flakes.
Kudos: Non-irritating, tiny granules deep clean the skin. Sixty seconds of gentle exfoliating with fingertips is sufficient; once weekly for dry skin, two to three times for oily is recommended. Just gotta love the scent – fresh like the sea and not one bit flowery.
NeoStrata Intense Daytime Total
Anti-Age Complex
What it does: This all-in-one product promises to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, smooth skin texture and even out skin tone.
Star ingredient: Peptides, the hot new cosmetic ingredient, valued for their ability to stimulate collagen (part of skin’s all-important support structure), ease inflammation and lessen the signs of aging.
Kudos: It’s nice to use just one day cream and know you’re doing good things for your skin; with 6% glycolic acid smoothing and SPF15, the recommended level of daily sunscreen.
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