DIY Spa Treatment: Plumping Facial Oil For Dry Skin


Updated 05/23/08 8:50 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 5 comments

Plumping Facial Oil For Dry Skin

When your hair suffers from chemical and environmental damage, you can help restore vitality by applying a hot oil treatment. Well, when your face becomes dry from the Winter or even from too much sun, I find that applying a facial oil is a helpful solution for replacing moisture loss and for filling in fine lines and wrinkles. I've found this terrific plumping facial oil recipe from Liz Earle Read more

Product Review: Caudalie Purifying Concentrate


Updated 08/05/08 2:49 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 10 comments

Product Review: Caudalie Purifying Concentrate

It looks like oil is all the rage for skin, but if you're not interested in cleaning your face with it, there are still other ways to take advantage of its benefits. Since I had mixed results with oil-based cleansers, I was looking forward to experimenting with oil in a different type of product. Caudalie Purifying Concentrate ($39) is a face oil specifically for oily skin. You apply it after Read more

Ward Off Winter Skin: BellaSugar's Guide to Face Oils


Updated 01/20/08 12:09 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

Ward Off Winter Skin: BellaSugar's Guide to Face Oils

I hope that you've found my series on face oil to be helpful. When a new genre of skin care comes out, tons of new products launch, and it can be really difficult to determine which ones are worth checking out. These are big-ticket items that can become quite costly considering the rare essential oils and concentrated ingredients, but you might find them worth it. If you have any further Read more

Rebalancing and Rejuvenating Facial Oils, Part III


Updated 12/30/09 10:47 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 14 comments

Rebalancing and Rejuvenating Facial Oils, Part III

Welcome to the last installment of my three-part series on face oils. I hope you've learned a little bit about how important it is to keep your skin hydrated, nourished, and balanced. Hopefully, after reading about some of these products, you've conquered your fear of applying oil to your face. If I've left any of your favorites out, please let me know what they are! Trilogy Rosehip Oil ($20) is Read more

Re-Balancing and Rejuvenating Facial Oils, Part II


Updated 01/12/08 8:52 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 10 comments

Re-Balancing and Rejuvenating Facial Oils, Part II

Yesterday I brought you the first installment of my series on face oils. These gentle and fast-absorbing products are a relatively new way to increase hydration as well as re-balance and rejuvenate dry winter skin. Here are three more products to check out. Neal's Yard Organic Orange Flower Facial Oil ($60) helps reduce the appearance of fine lines, eliminate toxins as well as balance the Read more

Re-Balancing and Rejuvenating Facial Oils, Part I


Updated 01/15/08 1:57 PM · Posted by BellaSugar · 12 comments

Re-Balancing and Rejuvenating Facial Oils, Part I

I can understand why the thought of applying oil directly to your face might seem a little bit scary. After all, we've been told that oil-free products work best to keep your pores clear and to help keep oily skin matte. But try to strike this information from the record for a moment so that you can learn a little bit about a few non-comedogenic facial oils. These nighttime treatments are a Read more

New Product Alert: Darphin Tangerine Aromatic Care


Updated 01/10/08 7:10 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 2 comments

New Product Alert: Darphin Tangerine Aromatic Care

The latest creation from French skincare brand Darphin looks like a bottle of citrus-y goodness, but it's so much more than that. Tangerine Aromatic Care ($75) is an anti-aging oil designed to give your skin a dewy, radiant finish and a more supple texture. Not surprisingly, it smells delicious and calming, and it makes my skin feel really soft. This product also has me even more convinced that Read more

5 Tips From a Pro: How to Create a Beautiful Bronzed Glow


Updated 02/03/12 3:10 PM · Posted by Real Beauty · 0 comments

How to Look Tan in Winter

We're happy to present this article from one of our favorite sites, Real Beauty. When trying to create a natural, sunless tan on your body, mistakes are expected and accepted. If things go too awry, you can just opt to wear pants until the color wears off. Bronzer or self tanner: which is right for you? But a botched fake tan on your face? Completely out of the question. Here, five foolproof Read more

What We're Sweet On: A Cooling Cleanser That Decongests


Updated 02/02/12 1:26 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

Review of Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser

It's an oldie, but a goodie: Liz Earle Cleanse and Polish Hot Cloth Cleanser ($25). Besides, it's actually kind of fun to use. The two-step treatment begins by washing the face with the creamy, cooling cleanser, rubbing it in with circular motions to release dirt and makeup. The second step involves polishing the skin with a muslin cloth that's included as part of the kit. Once you rinse off the Read more

Why You'll Find Plenty to Love in Facial Oils


Updated 02/06/12 9:55 AM · Posted by BellaSugar · 3 comments

What Are Facial Oils?

Oils get a bad rap when it comes to putting them on the face, but really, there's nothing to be afraid of. In fact, embracing facial oils will lead to supple, dewy skin that stays hydrated throughout the day — which is perfect for dry Winter weather. For those still a little leery of the oil-to-face movement, here's an explanation of why you'll love them (plus, check out three to try). Read more