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Tuesday Tip

Carmex has SPF 15, so if you're using a lip gloss that isn't SPF, just put on some Carmex first and you're good to go!

Also, I always keep a tube of Carmex in my glove box in the car, just in case I forget to grap chapstick/lipgloss/whatever for that day. It's saved me more than once from going somewhere with bare chapped lips!

If you don't already have an insane collection of these like I do, they sell for about $1.59 at Walgreens or 2/$3.

The Microdelivery: In-home Vitamin C Peptide Peel

If you're ever looking for a great microdermabrasion or peel, or even just something to smooth your skin and get all the gunk out once or twice a week, this is your baby. The way my skin feels after using this is somewhere between butter and baby's skin. No moisturizer or scrub has ever left me feeling this soft and smooth. And, it doesn't leave my skin filmy, waxy, or on my way to a week of break outs. This is one of those products that you really don't need (when you're a college student, anyway) but so worth it.

It's super easy to do in the shower. I wash my face with my normal cleanser, dry it off with a (dry) wash cloth, apply and massage in the peptide crystals, add the gel over top, do the rest of my shower routine, then rinse! It comes off very easily and the effects are immediate. The awesome thing about microdermabrasions at home is that you control the pressure when massaging it in, so you don't have to suffer through an intense session and come out with red and irritated skin. Awesome.

From the Philosophy website:

how to apply 
step 1 - vitamin c⁄peptide resurfacing crystals - apply a teaspoon amount to clean, dry skin. once applied, crystals should appear almost like a mask. gently massage in a circular motion over entire face for up to 60 seconds, avoiding eye area. do not scrub. (use less pressure for sensitive skin.) step 2 - lactic⁄salicylic acid activating gel place a generous teaspoon amount in the palm of your hand. massage gel onto fingertips, and apply on top of crystals. as activator is applied, a warming sensation will occur. white foam will appear, indicating activation. leave foam on 2-3 minutes to infuse vitamin c and peptides into the skin. (you can massage foam for extra exfoliating benefits or let it sit for sensitive skin.) rinse thoroughly. (you can use a washcloth for removal, to avoid getting the peel in your hair).

ingredients 
gel: water (aqua), lactic acid, hydroxyethylcellulose, linoleamidopropyl pg-dimonium chloride phosphate, salicyclic acid, polyquaternium-10, propylene glycol, dizolidinyl urea, methylparaben, propylparaben. crystals: peg-6, sodium bicarbonate, oleth-20, glyceryl stearate se, silica, magnesium ascorbyl phosphate, tocopheryl acetate, retinyl palmitate, ethylhexyl palmitate, citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) oil, tribehenin, sorbitan isostearate, palmitoyl oligopeptide, beta-carotene, isopropylparaben, isobutylparaben, butylparaben, methylparaben, propylparaben.

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clinical results show that after just one microdelivery peel, 82% of respondents agreed their skin appeared to be resurfaced, and 80% said their skin felt smoother and more refined.

FREE Body Shop Mini Item Coupon

The Body Shop is offering a FREE mini item of your choice and 10% off any purchase until September 6! Happy shopping!

Print out the coupon here:
http://www.thebodyshop-usa.com/img/landing/TheBodyShopCoupon.pdf

Relief MD Eucalyptus Epsom Salt Bath

Relief MD Sore Muscle & Back Soak
Eucalyptus Scented Epsom Salt
Natural magnesium sulfate crystals

"To provide soothing relief from overexertion & stiffness, for muscle cramps, soreness & fatigue, calming & relaxing soak aid with a light eucalyptus scent."

I have been using Epsom salt a couple times a week for baths for a long time. Many people are deficient in magnesium, and this is a great way to replenish! They are also great for sore muscles or when you've had a long day. I just recently tried this kind with eucalyptus in it and it smells so great, it is very calming. I definitely recommend trying an epsom salt bath if you've never done one before! Just add a cup or two to your bath water and soak for 20 minutes. I found this version at my local dollar store (a regular store will try to sell you this stuff for 2-3 bucks, definitely go to the dollar store, the ingredients are exactly the same). Enjoy!