Award Winning Skincare Buys!
By: Jenn Falik
Each year the editorial teams of all the leading beauty mags test thousands of products to find the latest and greatest to save us time and money. Beauty expert, Jenn Falik shares them with us.
Starting with the face...Aveeno Positively Radiant Daily Moisturizer SPF 30 It's won awards from Glamour and Instyle magazine because it's light and non-greasy. It smoothes and brightens the complexion with natural antioxidants like soy complex and vitamin E. It also has an SPF 30 to protect against harmful UV rays that lead to premature aging. Clean & Clear Finishes Pore Perfecting CleanserSelf magazine awarded it as the best pore refiner because it cleans deep below the skin's surface to remove any dirt and oil that clogs pores. Ambi Fade CreamThe beauty editors at Siempre Mujer awarded this because it contains a triple action formula that safely fades dark spots and delivers nutrients into the skin. This product is formulated with the highest over the counter percentage of hydroquinone to visibly lighten skin discolorations for a radiant, even complexion. What about acne fighters? Neutrogena Skinclearing Blemish ConcealerIt's won beauty awards from Oprahs O Magazine. It's a sleek click pen that you apply to hide blemishes and prevent future breakouts from occurring. It uses Microclear(R) technology to cut through oil and deliver maximum-strength acne medicine, salicylic acid, straight to the source of the breakout. Whats hot for sun protection? Does it even matter this time of year?Neutrogena Healthy Defense Liquid Moisturizer SPF 50 with Helioplex TechnologyIt's the newest edition to Neutrogena's most award-winning line of facial moisturizers. A breadth of stabilized sunscreen technologies that delivers superior protection from the sun. It can be worn alone, as a lightweight moisturizer (contains glycerin), or with a more comprehensive skin care routine.Aveeno Continuous Protection SunscreenAnother award winning sunscreen formulated with Active Naturals(R) ingredients (such as soy) and anti-oxidants (vitamin e) to protect skin from UV rays and from harmful environmental factors like, pollution and free radicals. In fact, this combination has made it one of the most popular SPF's on the shelves. Editors love it because it's formulated with an Active Photobarrier Complex that offers broad-spectrum protection and is proven to last longer than traditional sunscreens. As a result, the Skin Cancer Foundation has recognized it for its unique sun-protection benefits and Allure magazine gave it a 'Best of Beauty' award.