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About the Sun

Resurfacing Peels to use at home

Restore Youthful Lips!

Organic Peels
Dark Circles Around Eyes

Skin Care Ideas for Men

Post Inflammatory HyperPigmentation

 Rosacea, KP, Rubra

 Make Up Seen On The Doctors

Triggers for Melasma, Rosacea

Nutritional Ideas for Skin Health

Joy-Marie Peterson applying a facial treatment.

Organic, Chirally Correct Melasma Skin Treatment System
 
Safe, effective products we recommend for the treatment of Hyper- Pigmentation Disorders related to hormone imbalances, steroidal medication use, sun and tanning bed exposures.
 
   Some of our readers have heard that sun protection is causing Vitamin D defeciencies in people's bodies.  Here's the bottom line on that:  your skin only needs 15 minutes of unprotected exposure to the sun, so go out before 10:00 am and expose just a small area of skin, like your elbow, to get what the whole body requires in Vitamin D a day. I have this information direct from  medical doctors that have researched this issue.   Liquid Vitamin D3 drops in 1000mg dose per drop is superior anyway and pretty inexpensive and offers other health benefits.  There is even a spritzer applicator to spray liquid D3 under your tongue.  Both these methods get the ingredient to the bloodstream much faster than tablets or caplets.  
Do not risk deadly skin cancer when the alternatives are easy and cheap.   June 18, 2010 - jmp

   Sun screen products are not the place to save money in your cosmetic budget - this is health care.  Just be sure to read labels and not purchase any with hazardous ingredients like the parabens group, the term "fragrance/parfum", and others listed at the Environmental Working Group online, www.ewg.org.   Read website Campaign for Safe Cosmetics for more information.

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Bright Cleansing Gel - a refreshing cleanser that will not dry out or over strip the skin while it purifies the pores and diminishes color flaws in sun damaged skin. No Sodium Laurel or Lauryl Sulfate, no parabens added!  

Formulation: sodium methyl cocoyl taurate, water, sodium lauroamphoacetate, sodium cocoyl hydrolyzed amaranth protein, sodium decylglucosides hydroxypropylsulfonate, phenethyl alcohol, caprylyl glycol, kojic acid, aminobutyric acid (GABA), amia fruit extract, calcium pantothenate, lysine HCI, cranberry fruit extract (vaccinium macrocarpon).

6.4 OZ      $35.00

Jojoba Polish - for extremely sensitive complexions.  This new formula gently buffs rough and flaky surfaces, smoothing skin and accelerates cell renewal.  Pau D'Arco Extract from the Taheebo tree, a primary ingredient in the polish, boosts cellular oxygen and stimulates the immune system.  Organic Rose Hip Fruit Oil helps regenerate cells and preserves the skin's natural elasticity.  Natural jojoba beads serve as pure, gentle exfoliators to polish and decongest skin.  No added fragrance.  pH:6.89

Formulation: water, caprylic/capric triglyceride, behenyl alcohol, glycerin*, Jojoba esters (beads), rose hip fruit oil*, dicaprylyl ether, Pau D'Arco Taheebo Bark extract, honeysuckle flower extracts (preservative), witch hazel water, citric acid, alcohol denat.,sucrose stearate, potassium sorbate, phytic acid, sodium cocoyl glutamate.  *=organic

6 OZ

$29.00

Quiet Eye Cream - For sensitive skin types, those men and women with issues like hyper-pigmentation around the eyes, persistent puffiness, constant environmental stresses and other habitual irritants. Skin in need of calm and balance. Three natural peptides work together to strengthen the delicate tissues and firm lines and crows feet that have developed, preventing new ones with daily use.  Apply to clean skin morning and evening.

Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-7², Palmitoyl Oligopeptide², Dipeptide-2², Hesperidin Methyl Chalcone, Ceramide 2, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)², Lavandula Angustifolia (Lavender) Flower Wax², Nymphaea Coerulea (Blue Lotus) Flower Extract², , Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil¹, Euphrasia Officinalis Extract², Terminalia Catappa Leaf Extract², Sambucus Nigra Flower Extract², Tannic Acid²
Triticum Vulgare (Wheat) Germ Oil², Squalane², Tocopherol², Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil², Ribes Nigrum (Black Currant) Seed Oil.

.5 oz $35.00

Bright Mask - a weekly treatment to enhance the skin renewal program for those treating issues like melasma, menopausal skin problems, sun damage and lack-luster dry skin.  We don't use the word bleaching when it comes to restoring the natural color of the skin (too many people actually have used household cleaning products thinking it's the same thing!).  Instead, the terms "brighten, brightening" was coined by the industry in effort to avoid confusion and injury!  For deeply lined aging skin types, this can be used more than once a week but test it out first and just see how your own face responds to frequent use.  Can be used on face, neck, hands and decolletages for up to 30 minutes before bathing or showering to remove.  For face only, leave on 15-20 minutes and remove with warm, damp towel - gently wiping and rinsing til all traces of mask are off and then follow quickly with your other Bright products before the moisture evaporates.

Formulation: water, soybean oil, aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, allantoin, cassia angustifolia seed polysaccharide, sunflower seed oil, hydrogen peroxide, alpha-arbutin, rumex occidentalis extract, azelaic acid, lemon peel oil, kojic dipalmitate, licorice root extract, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, bisabolol, squalane, tocopherol

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6 OZ     $80.00

Bright Serum - This serum is loaded with natural brighteners and offers an alternative to Hydroquinone, a controversial ingredient the FDA was supposed to ban 5 years ago!

Arbutin - The gold standard in natural brightening and inhibiting tyrosinase.

Hydroxycinnamic Acid -
This exists in plants like Arbutin does. It is also a potent tyrosinase inhibitor, is non-irritating and stable. It works faster and better than kojic acid

Waltheria Indica Leaf Extract/Ferulic Acid Complex - 
Reduces melanin pigmentation by inhibition of tyrosinase and by chelation of Cu2+ at the level of melanocytes. It is a flowering plant indigenous to Hawaii and has significant depigmentation efficacy. 

Lactic Acid - Gently accelerates cell turnover for brightening as well as being a natural melanin suppressor. 

GABA: 
A neurotransmitter that can help inhibit tyrosinase

Bright Serum is part of a daily program to restore the epidermis to its natural pigmentation color, improve the texture, fight free radicals that damage cells and promote discolorations, add a luminous tone to the skin and impart overall wellness to the complexion!  It is important that you wear complete sun protection daily otherwise just use this at night.

Formulation:  water, witch hazel, alpha-arbutin, butylene glycol, lactic acid, hydroxycinnamic acid, PEG-4, mannitol, sodium gluconate, citric acid, sodium citrate, walteria indica extract, dextrin, ferulic acid, Blood Orange oil, GABA, geranium macaluatum oil, jasmine oil, lavender oil, orange oil, patchouli oil, ylang-ylang oil, palmarosa oil, green tea leaf extract, xanthan gum. 

1/2 OZ      $34.00

Bright Serum - economy size

2 OZ      $120.00

Lucent Cream - effective against sun damage when you wear your sunscreen correctly, improving tone and luminosity while diminishing abnormal pigmentation associated with ultra violet damage (sun or tanning beds), acne inflammations, picking acne lesion, or razor abrasions.  Improves the epidermal resistance to damaging free radicals, without causing sensitivity. For all complexion shades and ethnicities.  For men and women over age 18.

Formulation: water, witch hazel water, d-boldine, caprylic/capric triglyceride, glycerin, alpha-arbutin, kojic dipalmitate, mannitol, sodium gluconate, citric acid, sodium citrate, walteria extract, dextrin, ferulic acid, azelaic acid, glycol distearate, cetyl alcohol, cyclopentasiloxane, cyclomethicone, lemon peel oil, bisabolol, squalane, aloe barbadensis leaf juice powder, fructooligosaccharides, allantoin, palmitic acid, stearic acid, myristic acid, cassia angustifolia see polysaccharide, licorice root extract, denatured alcohol, sodium ascorbyl phosphate, sunflower seed oil, glucosamine HCI, xanthan gum, carbomer, caprylyl glycol, 1,2-hexanediol, tropolone, potassium sorbate, phenethyl alcohol, phytic acid.

4 OZ      $118.00

Lucent Cream - starter or travel size

1 OZ      $32.00

Opti C Serum - for the treatment of sun damaged, hyper-pigmented complexions.  Brighten lack-luster skin that has seen too much sun, been neglected or works under fluorescent lighting every day!  With a 20% dose of natural Vitamin C, supported by organic botanical extracts and peptides, your skin will respond very quickly - looking fresher, firmer and hydrated. 

 Ingredients: witch hazel water, glycerin, 20% ascorbic acid, water, fructo-oligosaccharides, sodium chloride, glucosamine HCP, wine extract, xanthan gum.

1/2 OZ $30.00

Embryol Moisture - developed for medically challenged complexions, this unique cream restores and reinforces lipid barrier function and calms reactivity.  It was developed to "mirror" Vernix, the nurturing, protective, wax-like substance surrounding a baby in the womb. Vernix is a special balance of lipids, protein and water.  Emulating Vernix with its own blend of lipids from ceramides and organic seed extracts, with key amino acids and hyaluronic acid, Embryol has protein and water retention capability.  Allows fragile skin to build strength and epidermal health.  No added fragrance. pH: 5.84

We just had a severe sunburn case that was remarkably healed from the first application!  She could see the redness and inflammation dissapate on contact.  I sent her home with the Restore Serum, the Nutra Cleanser and the Jadease Mask for a complete healing program to use 3x day until skin is restored.

Formulation: water, asparagine (L),theobroma grandiflorum seed butter*, astrocaryum murumuru seed butter*, beeswax, glutamine (L),glycerin*,sodium lactate, proline (L),candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters, cetearyl alcohol, glyceryl stearate, sunflower extract, alanine (L),ceramide 3, lecithin, sodium hyaluronate (L), rosemary extract, guar gum, leucine (L), valine (L),hydrogenated coco-glycerides, octyldodecanol, cetearyl olivate, sorbitan olivate, polyglyceryl-10 pentastearate, xanthan gum, Hawaiian ginger extract, behenyl alcohol, sodium stearoyl lactylate, caprylyl glycol,phenethyl alcohol.  * = organic.

1.16 OZ

$33.00

Joy Mist - a soothing, hydrating toner to use after every cleansing.  For any dryness or discomfort throughout the day, you can safely and effectively mist the face and neck.  Long term use of many prescription drugs may deplete the epidermis of moisture and essential nutrients, leaving it dry and irritated.  This situation can also debilitate the vital function of collagen production, cell regeneration and repair in the dermis layer of skin, too.   When wearing make up, this formula refreshes the color for you, and gives a longer lasting benefit.  The Cacao Extract triggers the release of endorphins and the natural aromatherapeutic scent creates a eurphoric and relaxed state of well being. Mist as often as needed, covering eyes while doing so.

Ingredients: water, witch hazel water, polyglyceryl-4 caprate, zizphus jujuba fruit extract, passiflora incarnata fruit extract, theobroma cacao (cocoa) extract, giant knotweed extract, honey, French Rose flower extract, litchee extract, pearl powder, maris sal, glycerin (organic), gluconolactone, sodium benzoate, alcohol denat., fragrance (natural)

6.5 FL OZ

$38.95

Jadease Balm/Mask  -  for even the most fragile complexions.  For women with Melasma, the soothing nature of our Jadease is like a stress reliever, giving the epidermis a rest from the disorder the melanin cells are experiencing. As I tell clients, Melasma is a result of dysfunctional (read Expert Skin Care - Melasma) hormone responses to some form of stress - physical, chemical, emotional, that's symptomatic on your face.  This balm improves skin texture by introducing Oxygen and Nephrite Jade. Jadease is a rare skincare jewel. It is a gel-cream mask with a curious plush, yet light, texture that has multiple applications and talents. Its creation has caused even the biggest skincare brands to be jade-green with envy in regards to TecNiche®'s ability to master this amazing formula fete.  Jadease could be applied as a leave-on mask or massaged into the skin, in order to give skin a beautiful, soft texture. Jadease also quickly relieves sensitized skin, decreases inflammation and calms redness.  This not a normal moisturizer...it is a true head turner. Jadease could easily be sold on 5th Avenue for hundreds of dollars for a 1oz!  

 Formula: Aqua (Water), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Sorbitol, Chlorophyll, Cetearyl Olivate, Squalane, Sorbitan Olivate, Perfluorodecalin, Nephrite Powder, Schrophularia Nodosa (Figwort) Extract, Betula Alba (Birch) Bark Extract, Calophyllum Inophyllum Seed Oil, Bisabolol (L-alpha), Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice Powder*, Allantoin, Lonicera Caprifolium (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan gum. *=Organic.

1 OZ

$32.00

Recommended by the Skin Cancer Foundation:

 Lip Drink - a clear, natural balm to give your dry lips some TLC without artificial ingredients.  This colorless lip balm really is a drink for the lips. It contains no petroleum-derived products which dry out the lips. People who are regular users of petroleum-based lip balms are on a continual drying cycle – the more they use, the drier their lips become.  This formula is a healing treatment for chapped, sore or cracked lips.
In a base of macadamia nut oil to which is added the active sunscreen ingredient of edible zinc oxide for UVB protection. Edible zinc oxide provides an SPF 15 and broad spectrum sunscreen.  Lip Drink also contains the anti-oxidants: green tea extract, Vitamin E and C. The flavor is a mixture of lemon and orange oils. It feels more moist on the lips than a traditional lip balm.

Wear alone or under lip colors.

.25 OZ $11.00

 DNA Protect Natural SPF 30 - Our best recommendation.  We strongly recommend it for all skin types.  This is  the first sun protection lotion with spf 30 to address the issues of chemotherapy, radiation, long term prescriptions usage and other medically challenging issues in regard to the skin. Provides extra protection against free radical damage generated by Ultra Violet exposure (which includes indoor fluorescent lighting, by the way) from sources both outside and inside the body.  Mitochondria and the DNA within, are the power plant for directing all cellular energy and cell cycles.  DNA Protect contains zinc oxide for broad spectrum UVA/UVB.  It also contains Red Algae and Ergothioneine (L) which special free radical scavengers that support the Mictochondia DNA from the internal issues of medications, substance abuse (tobacco, alcohol and drug) as well as other health challenges.  Approved for day and night use as Zinc Oxide is a calming, anti-bacterial agent for irritated and acneic skin problems. 

Active ingredient: Zinc Oxide 13.5%.  

Also contains: water,caprylic/capric triglyceride, isodecyl neopentanoate, ethyl macadamiate, aleurites moluccana seed oil, witch hazel water, glycerin, citric acid, hydrogenated palm glycerides, candelilla/jojoba/rice bran polyglyceryl-3 esters, potassium cetyl phosphate, ergothioneine (L), porphyra umbilicalis (red algae) extract, macadamia ternifolia seed oil, hordeum distichon (barley) extract, phellodendrom amurense bark extract, malic acid (L), tocopherol (D-alpha), tocopheryl acetate (D-alpha), lecithin, santalum album (sandalwood)extract, honeysuckle flower extracts, glyceryl isostearate, glyceryl stearate, hydroxide, sodium chloride, hydroxypropyl starch phosphate, sodium lactate, behenyl alcohol, alcohol denat.,phenoxyethanol.

1.94 OZ

$33.00

Read ingredient labels and look for Germaben II[1], a clear, viscous liquid used to inhibit microbial, yeast and mold growth in cosmetics and other personal care products. It contains propylene glycol, propylparaben, methylparaben, and diazolidinyl urea. It is a Registered Trademark of International Specialty Products.   Germaben II contains parabens which are known carcinogens, causing breast tumors. [2][3] by mimicking the body's hormone estrogen.  Some companies are using this term to hide the parabens in their cosmetics and children's bath products.

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