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Self-Tanning Perfection

It’s a fact; objects in the mirror appear smaller when they are darker. I feel undeniably healthier when my skin has a honey glow; my limbs appear sleeker, longer, imperfections are minimized and that can even include cellulite. However, the only safe tan is a fake one, so as we transition from spring into summer, it’s time to perfect our self-tanning techniques.

Whether you use a tanning lotion or a spray, exfoliate first with a gentle body scrub to even out your skin’s surface. Be careful what you use, as anything greasy will leave a residue on the skin that can prevent the formula from penetrating. I find the Life NK Japanese Wash Cloth together with my favourite Sai-Sei Shower Gel leaves skin perfectly polished and ready for tan application.

Learn a trick or two from the pros here and rub a little unscented body lotion (Life NK Balancing Body Lotion works a treat) on your elbows, knees and feet as these areas tend to be super-dry, they grab more colour and often give the fake game away by winding up darker than the rest of your body. Also avoid deodorants, scented creams and fragrance until your tan has developed, as these can mix with the tanner and cause discoloration. Another trick I recently learnt was to file my nails and protect them with polish pre-treatment, as this stops tan getting into your nails.

Next its all about finding your perfect formula. A lotion with dihydroxyacetone (DHA, the chemical that produces a darker colour in the upper layers of skin and the basis of most self tanners) is a good bet for beginners as it is easier to spread than a spray. Worried about streaks? Then look for a tanner with a temporary tint such as Rodial’s Light Brazilian Tan, this way you can view your handiwork and easily tell whether you have missed any spots. Pros love Rodial’s Dark Brazilian Tan which develops into a deep bronze. To avoid orange hands, wear plastic gloves while working and finish with a very light application to the back of your hands.

Thinking about bronzing your body for the first time? Opt for a formula that gradually builds a subtle tan. Apply it daily so you can easily regulate and perfect your emergent tan. I find Hampton Sun’s Sunless Tanning Gel pretty klutz-proof to apply, and love the believable honey-kissed glow it imparts. It also smells better than most.

If you are trying a spray-on self-tanner, prevent overload accidents by misting into the sink first. This gives you a feel for how fast the product comes out and how hard you need to push down. Rodial’s new Airbrush Brazilian Tan is one of the best here.

Whatever formula you choose, apply it in a circular motion to avoid streaks and if there is no time to air-dry, try using a hair-dryer set to cool to speed up the process.

A little word of caution when it comes to complexion tanners; self-tanner can give you a healthy facial glow, however it often erases the contour and natural shadows that give your face definition. I like to apply Institut Esthederm’s Reflets de Soleil Light Self Tanning Face Cream and when developed, I add dimension with By Terry’s light-reflective Soleil Terrybly #100 Summer Nude bronzing fluid. Try blending this along your cheekbones, sides of the nose, hairline and jawline for a super-flattering healthy glow.

Got streaks? You can usually manage to exfoliate too-dark areas and even things out. For complete removal of a faux glow smooth baby oil over your skin, then exfoliate.

Avoid exercise, steam and saunas for 24 hours after a tan, as salt on your skin will react and leave it patchy.

Self-tanners can leave skin dry, so slather on a moisturizer every day. If you tan on a regular basis, I recommend exfoliating every three days to ensure that your colour always looks consistent. For a natural post-tan fade-out, avoid hot showers, these can act as an exfoliator and always pat rather than rub skin dry.

Finally before you head out perfectly bronzed and beautiful, try applying By Terry’s Soleil Terrybly #100 Summer Nude bronzing fluid down the centre of your legs, this visual trick never fails to give your pins a longer, leaner look. After all that effort, show ‘em off!

Fire Up Your Metabolism

With Spring around the corner, the phrase “calories out to exceed calories in” might be keeping some of us up at night. Spring fever sometimes brings with it a monotonous menu of lean protein, veggies and the occasional rice cake. However help is at hand. Your metabolism is your fat-burning furnace, stoke it correctly, and it can help you blaze calories even when you’re resting. A faster metabolism doesn’t have to be the exclusive right of elite athletes and genetically gifted teens. It can be yours, starting today. Here are some tips from the health experts on how to boost your metabolism.

Eat Up
One way to get your metabolism humming is to eat small meals and snacks throughout the day to promote “dietary thermogenesis”. Digestion is an energy-intensive process. It takes work to convert the food you eat into energy that you can use. If you want to boost your metabolism, the last thing you should do is go on a deprivation diet. Fasting lowers your metabolic rate, your body goes into self-preservation mode and starts clinging onto every last ounce of fat. When you eat is as important as what you eat, but of course, the “what” aspect is critical too.

Muscle Up
Your metabolism rate is directly proportion to the amount of lean muscle mass on your body, as muscle tissue is active even when you’re resting. Muscle grows and repairs after exercise, so if you do a strength-training workout and then relax you’re not just resting, you continue burning calories for a significant period of time after. The most effective way to boost muscle mass besides regular cardio workouts is to strength train 2-3 times a week. Lifting weights can also help decelerate the aging process and boost bone mass, this is especially important for women with our increased risk of osteoporosis.

Drink Up
Our metabolism slows down when we are dehydrated. If the water content in our blood drops below normal levels, it starts getting pulled from our muscles. We often mistake this thirst for hunger. Remember, there are great sources for water beyond plain water. You can get structured water from fruits and vegetables that are also choc-full of the nutrients and vitamins our bodies need to work efficiently and support its metabolism.

Chill Out
Studies show that people who live in “Blue Zones”- places where humans live past the age of 100- have one thing in common, a low-stress life. Stress wreaks havoc on the body, no matter the source; traffic, a screaming toddler, family pressures, a tight work deadline. The result is the same. Muscles begin to break down, cortisol levels soar and fat begins to accumulate particularly around your middle. If stress is becoming an issue, yoga, meditation and a little R&R might just be what the doctor ordered. So do it for your health, your sanity . . . and your waistline.

Sweat It Out
If you have access to a sauna, use it. While it is certainly not a substitute for exercise, the sweating that results from the sauna’s heat can eliminate metabolism-slowing toxins and apparently help you burn around significant calories in a 30 minute session. This won’t do much for your fitness level, but it can boost your metabolism and help you get more restful sleep at night. What better way to unwind after a heavy gym workout.

Talk It Over
A recent Australian study showed that older people with few friends are 22% more likely to die than people in the same age group with large circles of friends. Another study showed that people whose friends gain weight, are 60% more likely to do the same. The message is clear: when it comes to friendships, the benefits go way beyond the social and emotional. Friends can be a good or bad influence on our health. The key is maintaining relationships with people who have similar goals and who can provide a support system for you.

Get Your Shut Eye
When it comes to appearance, fitness, and general health, sleep can be powerful medicine. It directly affects our metabolism and our ability to maintain hormonal balance. When you don’t get enough sleep, your digestive hormones suffer. Sleep loss essentially disconnects your brain from your stomach, leading to “mindless eating,” especially with sweets, salty snacks, and starchy foods.

Remember, “calories out to exceed calories in”. Adopt some of the above habits and your metabolism will be firing on all cylinders by Summer.

A Valentine’s Rant

I have just received one too many emails encouraging our menfolk to indulge in ridiculous designer trinkets and frivolities – a four figure rose handbag in the name of what? A bejeweled pink teddy bear key ring that a teenager wouldn’t be seen dead with and more heart festooned ipad and iphone cases than you can imagine. Enough!

Surely Valentine’s Day is all about the romance, the heart-warming feeling of loving and being loved, pampering and being pampered. Why wait for the 14th to enjoy a gorgeous bouquet of fresh blooms, get them on the Saturday prior, pay a fraction of the price and admire them all weekend too. Prepare a favourite candlelit meal at home to enjoy a deux with Chet Baker playing softly in the background. Scent the air with your favourite home fragrance that announces the evening as truly special.

Leave work on time, put your exercise class on the back burner and make time for an indulgently aromatic, skin-softening bath soak that washes away the cares of the day. Listen to Lana del Rey’s new album that exudes Hollywood Glamour, LA Confidential-style. Deeply moisturize your skin before spritzing your favourite perfume on pulse points and on the nape of your neck where it can add that tantalizing allure just under your hair.

Keep make up light but polished with drama on the eyes or lips but never both. If you don’t have time to wash and blow dry your hair, freshen it up with a divinely scented volumizing and texturizing spray.

Dress in what makes you feel special, not a slave to the catwalk or uptight and awkward.

Throw caution and diets to the wind for one night. Put that Laurent Perrier Curvee Brut Rose champagne on ice, order-in the Maison du Chocolate truffles. Relax, enjoy each other’s company and just be you. No tableside voyeurs to impress, no awkward couples sitting in silence and not a sparkling teddy bear in sight. This, for me, is Valentine’s bliss…

Healthy Adoptions for 2012

When it comes to health each year there are always a few resolutions that never take root. This is probably because I’m trying to make too dramatic changes. Perhaps by setting realistic goals, ones that will make me feel good and require a level of effort that I can handle even when I’m feeling stressed, I will find greater success.

According to Dr Mehmet Oz, studies have shown that 10 pounds is the magic weight loss threshold for achieving significant health benefits. “Passing that mark significantly reduces your risk of diabetes, arthritis and lowers your blood pressure. It may also decrease your chances of developing breast cancer.” I’m taking this on board and will be satisfied with dropping a pound a month this year. That’s not to say I’m giving up my quarterly detoxes. I find these very helpful in recalibrating and then maintaining, good nutritional habits. Among my current favorites are David Kirsch’s Ultimate Detox Kit, NY based Dr Frank Lipman’s gentle 2 week detox Be Well Cleanse and UK based juice cleanse company, Radiance 5 Day Greens Cleanse.

Portion control is key to weight loss and I recently came across a very easy to remember guide to serving sizes; for pasta or rice think of the size of a light bulb, nut butter or hummus equals a golf ball, cheese cubes are three dice, chicken or turkey the size of a pack of cards, olive oil or salad dressing a poker chip and breakfast cereal the size of a tennis ball. These leave little room for misinterpretation.

We all know that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but recently I learnt that skipping it might increase your risk for obesity more than fourfold, a scary statistic. Greek yoghurt with black or blueberries and a sprinkle of mixed seeds (flaxseed, pumpkin and sunflower) is my easy to prepare, healthy start to the day, boiled eggs at weekends and when time is tight, a David Kirsch Protein Plus Meal Replacement shake with added sachet of his Super Charged Greens Blend offers no excuses. Loaded with essential nutrients, this combo provides dietary fire to help regulate blood sugar, antioxidants to fight free radicals and protein to build muscle and rev the metabolism. I now keep these sachets and my shaker in my desk to ensure that I am never running on empty.

At the other end of the day both mind and body stand to benefit from an earlier meal. People who graze before bed gain on average three and a half more pounds over a year than those who don’t according to one study. In addition, blood sugar, cholesterol and circulation changes brought on by the digestive process may disrupt blood flow to the brain. I’m now trying to finish dinner by 9pm.

Still on the subject of food, apparently people eat up to 50% more when distracted. Turn off the television or put away the lunchtime magazine and focus on every mouthful. Remember it takes around 30 minutes for your body to register that it’s full. I eat way too quickly, so am tasking myself this year to thoroughly chew and savour every mouthful. Distractedly inhaling my food is set to be a thing of the past.

On the treat side here’s an eye opener. For years studies have shown that flavonols, the antioxidant-rich compounds found in cocoa, improve circulation. Now, new research indicates that because those compounds increase blood flow to the brain, they may also help you see more clearly. “Two and a half hours after consuming 720mg of flavonols (the amount in about 1oz of dark chocolate) study participants’ visual function and ability to detect motion direction improved dramatically.” Glasses for nighttime reading are a new necessity, so I’m taking this as my license to indulge in the occasional square of dark chocolate.

It is surprising how little exercise it takes to do a body good. For me its always been a case of wanting at least an hour for my cardio and getting frustrated when I don’t have the time to fit it in. I got it wrong, just 30 minutes daily at “talk test” pace (ie you should still be able to talk whilst you are working out but not sing) can keep you from gaining weight and reduce your risk of stroke and heart disease. This year I’m running 15km a week not 25km. Creating an attainable and realistic goal is definitely the way forward, and if I Iose momentum I’m not going to view it as failure, but as an opportunity to recommit.

Stretching is so important too. I’m now scheduling workout time for this after cardio. It improves flexibility and also makes you stronger. Last year’s resolution for thrice weekly yoga didn’t last long, so this year its planned in my diary every Wednesday and so far I’m loving the way it makes my body feel both physically and mentally.

One random, final resolution. Did you know that high heels put up to 26% more pressure on your knees and up to 76% more pressure on the balls of your feet? Wearing them every day can stiffen your Achilles tendons and permanently damage the muscles in your legs and foot joints – just observing the feet in my yoga class it certainly looks like bunions are on the increase. Lessen those effects by alternating heels of varying heights. Too much of the same isn’t good either way. I’m guilty of “flat shoe abuse” as I like to be able to pound the pavements at speed and in comfort. I’m working at changing this up a bit but a Louboutin totter just isn’t my style.

Since January 1st I’ve been adopting these resolutions; the start of the month, when I was on holiday was easy and helped me change my mindset. Back at work I’ve managed to maintain it and a trip to New York will be the litmus test. I’m beginning to feel like a whole new me but maybe that was Anguilla, stay tuned…

Surviving the Festive Season

We will have time on our hands, the food will be plentiful, the drinks flowing but with a mindful regimen and a little preparation there’s a way to avoid weight gain this time of year when we have days off and party filled evenings all the way through to the New Year.

Try skipping coffee, switch to antioxidant-rich green tea or black tea, both give the caffeine boost but help reduce cortisol, the stress hormone that causes the body to crave comfort food. Also focus on your water intake, 1.5 litres is business as usual, for exercise add another litre and if drinking alcohol match your intake glass-for-glass with water in addition.

A lie-in is no excuse to avoid the morning workout, physical activity floods cells with oxygen and releases mood-boosting endorphins. A run in the crisp morning air or even a brisk walk in the park does wonders to boost the soul and raise your self-esteem at the start of the day.

Afterwards remember to have a hearty breakfast – porridge made with water and steel cut oats with mixed berries offers a warming meal that will stabilize blood sugar and keeps you satiated for longer. On days off I used to enjoy a leisurely breakfast and them have little else until dinner by which time I was starving. A habit I’ve forced myself to break with little snacks like a handful of almond or edamame beans and a cup of green tea to keep hunger at bay and my metabolism fired.

I’ve also learned a way to enjoy nights out without totally blowing my fitness plans. Pre-party try eating a protein-rich mini meal, or make things easy and drink a David Kirsch Protein Shake (I also add a packet of his nutritious Super Greens to this). Protein stops you over-eating if you are ravenous after a day at the sales and drinking on an empty stomach can be a fast track to a hangover. If this fails I’ve found that a body-conscious party dress makes me think twice about reaching for seconds and a clutch bag does wonders to occupy hands prone to straying into the canapé plates!

Enough for now, its time to enjoy our hard earned festive breaks. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and in January the detox commences.

Day to Night in 15 minutes

Over the past weeks, particularly when time is short I’ve been perfecting my transition from work to party mode. Here are some of the tricks I’ve adopted along the way:

Statement jewellery assists the transformation even when the rest of the clothing stays pretty much the same – dangly earrings or a killer necklace can carry that outfit through cocktails and dinner.
Keep a flat iron or curling iron (Sedu makes some of the best) in your desk so you can smooth out waves or refine curls in minutes. I first like to cleanse and freshen my hair with Serge Normant’s divine smelling Meta Revive Dry Shampoo. If your hair is fine or you are looking to add volume try Oribe’s Dry Texturizing Spray, this does the job in seconds. Prone to frizz? Serge’s silicone-free Meta Sheer Finishing Oil controls flyways and adds incredible shine without greasiness.

When time is tight I freshen up my face without redoing my eye make up – the one and only time I resort to using a face wipe over the rest of my face and a cotton bud saturated in Talika eye make up remover to clean up any stray specks of mascara under my lashes.

I then reapply By Terry’s Hyaluronic Face Glow which evens out my skin tone, followed by her Eclat de Rose tinted moisturizer. This pairing gives sufficient coverage for most foundation wearers and together impart radiance like no other base I have found. A pop of my staple By Terry Apple Glow cream-to-powder Blush Veloutee on cheeks and the essential sweep of Terry’s Touche Veloutee brush-on concealer to disguise any signs of tiredness around the eyes (don’t forget the inner corners) and redness. I also sweep it on the brow bone and top of the cheekbones to disguise the ravages of the day.

I like to reset my lashes using a Shu Uemura eyelash curler (heated under the hand drier for greater curl) and clear mascara, sometimes another layer of colour just gets too clumpy.

I always carry Go Smile Touch-ups in my make up bag to instantly brighten my teeth and freshen breath, now is the time to apply one, before my finishing touch – a transformative red lipstick, currently Terry’s Rouge Terrybly #201 with a conditioning dab of Baume de Rose in centre of my bottom lip to just soften the edges and make it more “me”.

A light spritz of Sisley’s Eau de Soir at the nape of my neck and I’m ready to party.

Soothe Stressed Festive Skin

Forgo the spa facial during the festive season and give your skin some TLC with an at-home mask. This way you can afford to treat yourself more often. It also brings with it a sense of empowerment, being able to both take charge of and visibly improve your skin makes you both look and feel great.

Face masks should never be a chore. I like to apply mine on clean dry skin before stepping into the bath or shower, and it’s the last thing that I rinse off before stepping out.

Clay based masks are ideal for oily or combination complexions, as they help draw out impurities and minimize oil without stripping the skin. Eve Lom’s Rescue Mask is one of the best out there. Deep-cleansing, calming and hydrating, this kaolin, camphor, honey, almond and glycerin blend also gives an instant boost to tired complexions and leaves skin glowing. You can also use her Rescue Mask as an instant pick-me-up for puffy, morning-after eyes: simply dilute with a little water, apply under the eyes, then rinse off after 10 minutes.

Creamy formulas infused with hydrators such as hyaluronic acid and natural oils come into their own for drier skin types. My personal favourites are Caudalie’s Vinosource Moisturising Cream Mask loaded with nourishing grapeseed oil and hyaluronic acid and Clark’s Botanicals’ Deep Moisture Mask. This hydrates and soothes dry and environmentally stressed skin, thanks to its high concentrations of algae extract, coupled with comfrey root, jasmine absolute, and anti-oxidant rich Japanese green tea.

Finally a couple of rapid skin boosters for when time is tight and you need to look at your most rested, hydrated radiant best: Sisley’s Express Flower Gel is a 3 minute re-hydrating wonder that helps banish visible signs of fatigue and creates a feeling of firmed plumped skin.

If I have 10 minutes to spare, I apply one of Wei Brian’s ingenious Gingko Leaf Repairing Face Treatment Pads which very effectively address the appearance of sagging, dryness, dullness, redness, and visible pores. They leave skin smooth and looking dewy and even, with a healthy radiant glow. Covering the entire face, these pads are made from a natural plant fibre infused with a potent concentrate of gingko, bamboo leaf and motherwort, together with hyaluronic acid. Don’t be alarmed, they impart a cooling sensation and sometimes tingle a little while the active ingredients are working. To maximize the benefits, after removing the pad I massage in any product residue until completely absorbed, then moisturise and apply my make up. My DIY pre-party treat for the festive season!

Winter Skin Prep

The burning question on everyone’s lips during my in-store appearances this week in New York and last weekend in Washington DC was “How do I “winterise” my skin?”

Before the temperature dips, we absolutely need to ensure skin is strengthened, hydrated and protected against the elements. Here are some of the latest tricks I employ to keep my skin nourished and radiating health throughout the cold winter months.

First I swap out my foaming cleanser for Eve Lom’s iconic treatment Cleanser. This blend of nurturing cocoa butter and soothing, yet decongesting, essential oils ensures skin is always left balanced and any tight, dry patches benefit from the deeply comforting balm.

I then use Bakel’s P Lipic Rebuilding Serum as a 30 day “cure” to infuse my skin with moisture. This helps strengthen skin and protect it against environmental aggressors, as well as the damaging effects of temperature change.

I have also replaced my day and nighttime moisturisers with Zelens’ new 3t Complex Essential Anti-Ageing Cream. I find this dramatically improves my skin tone, leaving it looking healthy and luminous thanks to a unique plant-derived tri-terpenoid regenerative complex (hence the name). This contains collagen-boosting ursolic acid, along with precious plant and algae extracts, antioxidant vitamin E, skin plumping hyaluronic acid and radiance imparting pearl extract. All that is then needed is my Nia 24 Sun Damage Prevention UVA/UVB Sunscreen SPF30 PA +++ with its skin strengthening 5% Pro-Niacin over my moisturiser by day and I’m good to go.

Have I ever told you that I hate wearing hand cream? Well I do. In winter, however, I need it and find Life NK Mighty Mitts tolerable. It delivers palpable results whilst soaking in fast and never leaving hands feeling greasy.

With a healthy coating of By Terry’s addictive Baume de Rose lip treatment I’m done, fully “winterised” and put to the test last Sunday on my open top bus tour of the sights of Washington. My favourites? The Korean War Veterans Memorial with its poignant “Freedom is not Free” inscription, and the recently unveiled, powerful tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. overlooking the Tidal Basin between the Jefferson and Lincoln Memorials.

Travel essentials for QVC

Last week Space NK debuted on QVC in the US, and I personally was put to the ultimate test in terms of how to look and sound bright eyed and bushy tailed at 2am EST, or 7am UK time, without the benefit of a good night’s sleep. The 2am slot was considered my trial run-through leading up to our prime time debut at 9pm EST the same day. Couple that with a few days of fitful sleeping at best, in the run up to our debut, and you get the scale of my challenge.

It’s amazing what you can achieve with a few helpful pointers from your friends: David Kirsch came up with the perfect supplement, exercise and nutritional balance to get me through this with great energy at the appropriate moments. Geraldine Howard of Aromatherapy Associates provided me with therapeutic blends for bathing and between Eve Lom and Serge Normant, they had my skin and hair care issues covered.

So what was my routine?
No added salt (nor salty food), no alcohol, not even a sniff of coffee and a minimum of 3 litres of water a day for weeks running up to the launch. No room for puffy eyes, water retention or an ashy complexion on the HD screen.

My daily workouts kept me sane, with David pushing me to my limits during our training sessions in NYC. I also squeezed one in, mid-afternoon, at my hotel in West Chester between shows, as I always feel way more energized post-workout.

My sleep patterns have been assisted by Aromatherapy Associates courtesy of their travel friendly Essentials trio of bath and shower essential oil blends. Deep Relax is my short cut to a restful night’s sleep thanks to its grounding blend of vetiver, wild chamomile and sandalwood. Couple that with David Kirsch’s vitamin and amino acid mix of Calming Bubbles one hour before bed and I’m out for the count. I am also a believer that the adaptogens in this formula – astragalus, ashwagandha and rhodiola rosea roots have boosted my immune system and kept me in the peak of health.

When I need to be alert and full of energy I’ve adopted a 3-prong approach – one hour before the show I drink half a litre of water with a sachet of David’s Energy Bubbles containing yerba mate, taurine, ginseng, potassium and mood boosting B vitamins. To my shower, I add Geraldine’s spirit-lifting Aromatherapy Associates Revive Morning blend of detoxifying and balancing pink grapefruit, juniper berry and rosemary essential oils. This never fails to invigorate me, and for a particularly radiant complexion I apply Eve Lom’s skin brightening Rescue Mask for ten minutes before rinsing off in warm water. I have also been substituting Serge Normant’s Meta Morphosis Hair Repair Treatment for my conditioner to ensure that twice daily blow-dries and curling iron abuse do not leave my tresses dull and dehydrated. In fact Serge’s infusion of nourishing vegetal proteins, cedar bark and nopal extracts has left my hair in a brilliantly healthy state. One approach I’m continuing during the Christmas party season.

So how did it all go?
Better than I ever imagined. We are now in preparation mode for our next show early in the New Year – stay tuned…

The Secret to Fashionable Skin

Lit-from-within skin is one runway trend that is here to stay. After all, a glow is a hallmark of health. It means skin cells are rebuilding collagen and turning over quickly – all signs of youthful skin. Here’s how to revive your radiance and keep it forever.

Skin was built to be lustrous. Follow these two crucial steps to brighten up and regain radiance:
Apply a broad-spectrum sunblock with antioxidants daily to prevent both UV rays and free radicals from foiling skin’s ability to repair itself. Nia 24’s Oil-free SPF30 Sunscreen goes one stage further, containing 5% pro-niacin, it helps repair existing sun damage deep within the skin.
It’s equally vital to slough skin with a chemical exfoliant (not a gritty physical scrub) such as glycolic acid to speed cell turnover without irritation. Here Cane + Austin’s Retexturizing Treatment Pads for daily use, come into their own. Natura Bisse’s Glyco Peeling offers a once a week, ten minute solution for the time pressed. Both rid the skin of dulling, dead cells to reveal the smoother fresher skin beneath the surface.

While your new, healthy cells start to produce collagen, try these instant luminizers: Layer By Terry’s genius, Hyaluronic Face Glow primer on clean skin. Acting as a humectant this infuses the skin with moisture, while evening out the complexion, softening dark spots or redness that mute radiance. It also minimizes the appearance of pores and plumps up the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. For that much sought after “J Lo glow” then follow with By Terry’s Eclat de Rose tinted moisturizer that reflects light like no other, a touch of her #1 Apple Glow Blush Veloutee health-imparting cream-to-powder blush on your cheeks and you are good to go. Remember radiant skin is always in fashion – fake it for now, while you build it from the inside out.