I'm Glowing! Jergens Natural Glow Revitalizing Daily Moisturizer (review)

Yes, I already know that was a fairly cheesy tie-in. But I really am glowing. I have a nice long weekend coming up. A nice long weekend with super fun plans! With super fun people! My glow comes from happiness and anticipation.

Of course, this glow is only visible on my smiling face. No matter how happy I am; my ghostly legs refuse to glow naturally. They are the palest white no matter what. Unless…they get a little help from the drugstore. The drugstore and the folks at Jergens.

Jergens® natural glow Revitalizing Daily Moisturizer

Blurb: New! Revitalizing! Gradually creates natural-looking color. Antioxidant and Vitamin E formula keeps skin looking healthy & glowing twice as long. Moisturize into an invigorated glow. Jergens® natural glow Revitalizing Daily Moisturizer delivers fabulous natural-looking color gradually that lasts twice as long as the leading lotion sunless tanner and infuses your skin with a blend of effective moisturizers, antioxidants and Vitamin E to keep it looking healthy.

I just got a chance to test this out, and it's a winner! It's designed especially for fair/medium and medium/tan skin; so it's perfect for people like me. As soon as the weather gets warm, I take out my sandals and put anything resembling hosiery away – which renders my untanned legs visible to the general public.

This tanner/moisturizer works and it's super budget friendly. I used it daily and it gradually built up a nice, healthy glow. And it combines the natural-looking color with a great moisturizer. For best results, you'll need to do the usual self-tanning things: make sure to shower, shave and exfoliate before applying, rub it in evenly, go easy on the knees and ankles, and be sure to wash your hands when you're finished. I did this and got great results - soft skin right away, and nice color in only 4 days.

If you want to know more about the Natural Glow line, check out the website (there's even a Glow Advisor to help you find products). You should also take a look at the Promotions page for samples, coupons, events and tips. You can find Jergens at grocery stores, drugstores and a whole slew of online retailers.

Happy Tuesday!
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May is National Melanoma/Skin Cancer Detection and Prevention Month

You know I don't need any kind of special month to yammer on about the importance of sun protection. But my obsession aside; you will be your prettiest and healthiest if you take care of and protect your largest organ (skin).

To tempt you into fine skin stewardship, here is some product info I received about fabulous products to protect and prettify (all under $30). There are also some skin cancer facts to promote health awareness. Start reading (and take notes)…

Sun Protection Facts

Skin is the body’s largest organ. It protects again heat, sunlight, injury and infection. It also helps control body temperature, stores water and fat and produces vitamin D. Cancer of the skin is the most common of all cancers.

Skin Cancer Facts:

· The American Cancer Society estimated that 62,720 men and women were diagnosed and 8,650 men and women died from melanoma in 2009

· Approximately 91.4% of people diagnosed with melanoma live at least five years – early detection is important!

Skin Protection Facts:

· The best way to lower the risk of skin cancer is to limit exposure to the sun

· For sun-exposed areas, sunscreens with an SPF 15 or higher and sunglasses should be used

· Protection is equally important during childhood, since severe sunburns in childhood may be associated with an increased risk of melanoma later in life

Products That Aid in Prevention:

California Baby Everyday/Year Round SPF 30+ Sunblock Stick: Pop this convenient PABA free, non-chemical sunblock stick into your pocket, purse or diaper bag. The whole family will love this easy-to-use stick that gives those "hot spots" a boost of extra protection. California Baby non-chemical sunblock stick employs a highly micronized, non-whitening titanium dioxide that scatters and reflects dangerous UV rays, offering UVA-UVB broad-spectrum protection. Non-staining formula. It glides on smoothly for easy application. May be used in combination with SPF30+ sunscreen lotions. www.californiababy.com, Target and Wholefoods

Korres WATERMELON Lightweight Tinted Moisturizer SPF 30: Ideal for photosensitive complexions, this lightweight, oil-free foundation cream imparts a radiant, tanned look and provides broad-spectrum sun protection. The formula delivers uniform color and medium coverage with a fresh and smooth texture, while allowing the skin to breathe. Watermelon extract, rich in naturally occurring vitamins, carbohydrates and amino acids, prevents photo-aging and decreases erythema. At the same time, the extracts of Vanilla and Curcuma longa provide essential antioxidant protection. AVAILABLE SHADES: Light Sand, Medium Honey, Dark Tan. www.sephora.com

Miss Oops Goblet Goop: Sunshine doesn't stop when it reaches your neck- neither should your sunscreen. A moisturizing and firming neck cream, Goblet Goop protects and firms the delicate skin of the neck with SPF 30, algae, yeast, rosemary and Echinacea extracts, helping skin retain moisture while enhancing firmness and promoting collagen. Protect your goblet and keep the dreaded turkey neck at bay with Goblet Goop. www.missoops.com

Surv-Vival Natural SPF 30+ SunBlock: has broad spectrum UVA/UVB protection formulated with Zinc oxide (5%) and titanium dioxide (7%) and fortified with green tea extract, pro-vitamin B5, C and Vitamin E. 4 oz. This SPF sunscreen is sweat resistant, water resistant, won't sting your eyes and is chemical free and paraben free. This is the best sunscreen for your body and it is environmentally friendly! Made in USA. 4 oz. www.smartgirlswhosurf.com

Burt’s Bees Sun-Protecting Lip Balm SPF 8: This all-natural balm provides broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection and helps keep lips hydrated without using chemical sunscreen actives like octinoxate and oxybenzone. Instead, titanium dioxide, a naturally-occurring mineral creates a micro-fine barrier to reflect the sun's harmful rays. Meanwhile, passionfruit extract soothes, nourishes and rejuvenates lips so they're soft and healthy even after the sun goes down. www.BurtsBees.com.

So Cozy Protective Conditioning Mist: A breakthrough in hair protection. So Cozy, introduces an innovative, multi-tasking essential to protect kids’ hair and scalp from harmful UVA and UVB rays: So Cozy Protective Conditioning Mist With Sunscreen. The revolutionary formula is designed to help parents shield their children’s delicate hair and scalp from the harsh effects of the sun all summer long.

Davines SU Sun Protective Moisturizing Crème: To care for the well-being of hair exposed to the sun, salt water and chlorine, Davines sourced ingredients with powerful protective, anti-aging and moisturizing properties. This lightweight, non-greasy cream-gel provides hair with ultimate hydration. Consisting of powerful anti-oxidants, the formula creates a protective film that shield hair from UV rays and environmental pollution. www.davines.com

Of course, the best form of sun protect is to stay out of the sun! To achieve that healthy glow without compromising your skin there is:

Jergens natural glow REVITALIZING Daily Moisturizer: Your favorite gradual, glow moisturizer was just upgraded this spring –it now contains 50% more antioxidants and last 2x’s longer! Moisturize into an invigorated glow. Jergens® natural glow Revitalizing Daily Moisturizer delivers fabulous natural-looking color gradually that lasts twice as long as the leading lotion sunless tanner and infuses your skin with a blend of effective moisturizers, antioxidants and Vitamin E to keep it looking healthy. Also, 30 Rock star, Jane Krakowski has teamed up with Jergens skincare to help raise money for The Skin Cancer Foundation and help women get “In the Glow” when it comes to tanning. Now through the end of summer, log onto www.youtube.com/jergens to view a video she created for the cause that you can forward onto friends—every time the video is viewed, Jergens will donate $1 to The Skin Cancer Foundation!
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Watch, Learn and Help: Jergens® Get the Glow Video

Check out Jergens® Get the Glow video. You'll learn about how to get a natural glow safely; and Jergens will make a $1 donation to The Skin Cancer Foundation. Pass it on and get your friends to watch too!

Watch now by clicking here.

Get “In the Glow” with Jane Krakowski, Jergens® Skincare and The Skin Cancer Foundation

Here's a friendly reminder about the safe way to get a natural-looking glow. Want sun-kissed color without the consequences? The experts at Jergens® Skincare know you don’t want to give up the glow. That’s why the Jergens® Skincare Experts have teamed up with The Skin Cancer Foundation and Jane Krakowski to remind women to get their glow the healthy way this season.

To remind sun worshippers to trade in their tanning routines for a healthy glow, the Jergens® Skincare Team and The Skin Cancer Foundation enlisted award-winning actress and singer Jane Krakowski to spread the word. In a new video, Jane is divulging how she gets beautiful, natural-looking color with Jergens® natural glow moisturizers and is encouraging everyone who views her message to pass it on to someone who needs to get “in the glow” about the smart, safe way to get gorgeous color.

Each time the video is viewed from now until August 31, 2010, Jergens® Skincare Team will make a $1 donation* to The Skin Cancer Foundation. When you remind your friends and family to glow the safe way this summer, you’ll be helping save others’ skin, too.

“Even though we all know the facts, it’s hard to resist the lure of a tan,” says Jane Krakowski. “With this video, I’m hoping to pass on that reminder to women and steer them toward a safe option like Jergens® natural glow moisturizers.”

“Given what we know about the effects of sun exposure, tanning is just not worth the risk,” says Dr. Sapna Westley, Consulting Dermatologist for Kao Brands Company. “I recommend Jergens® natural glow Daily Moisturizers as a safe, healthy alternative—the formulas offer the natural-looking color women want without the harmful side effects.”

To get a glow the healthy way this summer, try Jergens® natural glow REVITALIZING Daily Moisturizer. The newly upgraded formula delivers healthy, gradual color that lasts two times longer** with a powerful blend of antioxidants and Vitamin E. For a luminous, glowing complexion, try Jergens® natural glow HEALTHY COMPLEXION Daily Facial Moisturizer, specifically formulated for the face. Developed with broad-spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 20 protection, the dermatologist-tested, oil-free, non-comedogenic moisturizer helps prevent premature aging and protects against future damage as it delivers natural-looking color after several applications.

*Jergens® Skincare will donate $1 per view, with a maximum donation of $20,000. Campaign runs from March 19, 2010 – August 31, 2010.

** Than the leading lotion sunless tanner

About The Skin Cancer Foundation
The Skin Cancer Foundation is committed to educating the public and medical professionals about sun safety. As leaders in the fight against skin cancer, the Foundation is the only global organization solely devoted to the prevention, detection and treatment of the world’s most common cancer. The mission of the Foundation is to decrease the incidence of skin cancer through public and professional education and research. To learn more about the Foundation and its programs, visit www.skincancer.org.
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Weatherproof Beauty (yes, you heard me)

I just got cool info about something fun. It seems that Jergens skincare, John Frieda and The Weather Channel have created a partnership just in time for the warm weather! Take a peek...

Weatherproof Your Beauty Regimen!

Ever desired a cheat sheet for weathering bad hair days and dry skin? The Weather Channel (TWC), John Frieda and Jergens Skincare have you covered with a Daily Beauty Forecast, available online at www.weather.com/beauty. Developed to help you plan your hair and beauty regimen based on the forecast, the tool includes frizz and skin alerts designed to keep bad hair days and dry skin at bay.

The Daily Beauty Forecast works by predicting the likelihood for frizzy hair, dry skin and more. Based on the forecast, John Frieda and Jergens Skincare provide expert product recommendations to bring out the best in your hair and skin no matter what the weather.

Users can choose how to access daily and hourly beauty forecasts, via online, mobile devices or on their desktop. Hair and skin alerts based on weather can also be sent directly via email or text message for beauty advice on the go.

Available just in time for spring rains and summer heat, the beauty forecast is online at www.weather.com/beauty, on www.weather.com from mobile devices, and on The Weather Channel desktop application.
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Soothe Me: Jergens® Sensitive Skin Relief Moisturizer (review and CONTEST)

I am feeling sensitive today. I need to be soothed. Boy troubles. Well, actually boy confusion. No wait…boy irritation (irritation/annoyance caused my members of the opposite sex due to their confusing/unfathomable behavior).

Newsflash: there are no beauty products to eliminate boy irritation.

Irritated skin, however, is another matter. (Okay, was that a heck of a segue way or what?) There are zillions of products to soothe irritated skin. Thank goodness, because my skin is starting to complain about the dry weather. And as luck would have it, a nice big bottle of soothing moisturizer from the folks at Jergens has made its way to the glamorous executive suites of ifp (aka: my apartment).

Jergens® Sensitive Skin Relief Fragrance Free Daily Moisturizer

Blurb: Clinically proven to instantly soothe and help protect dry, sensitive skin for 36 hours. Soothes and hydrates dry, irritation-prone skin with hypoallergenic moisturizers. In fact, this unique moisturizing formula has been proven in over 20 clinical tests to be deeply hydrating, fast absorbing, and non-irritating. Dermatologist tested.

This is a great find for anyone who is looking for an excellent, reasonably priced moisturizer for this time of year. I found it hydrating and very soothing. There was absolutely no stickiness and the softness really lasted. It's glycerin-based, hypoallergenic and free of fragrance and dyes, so it really is non-irritating. For about $6, you've got a perfect go-to product that keeps its promises.

Check out the website (and get a coupon). Jergens is available at sites like drugstore.com and CVS, as well as drugstores and grocery stores everywhere.

And now…

Check out the fab CONTEST…

Are You Jergens® Skincare's Winterless Weather Forecaster?
Enter Online For The Chance To Be The Face Of Jergens® Skincare’s Winterless Campaign

Jergens® skincare is on the hunt for the perfect Winterless Weather Forecaster to reveal how our collection of moisturizers helps keep skin looking beautiful and winterless in harsh winter weather.

Think you have what it takes to be the official Winterless Weather Forecaster for the Jergens® brand? Log on to Jergens.com beginning November 1, 2009 and share your secret for keeping skin looking beautiful and winterless no matter what the weather.

Follow the “Enter Today” link on Jergens.com and upload a video explaining how you fight the skin-drying effects of winter weather in your neck of the woods (hint: Jergens® moisturizers can help). You could be one of ten finalists selected by the Jergens® skincare experts.

The finalists’ videos will be posted to YouTube, where everyone who casts a vote for the best Winterless Weather Forecaster will have the opportunity to win daily prizes. When the voting wraps up on January 20th, 2010, a Grand Prize Winner will be announced based on the number of votes received. One Winner could receive a $5,000 talent contract to film winterless weather forecasts for online broadcast, and a luxury trip for two to New York City to meet Al Roker and a VIP behind-the-scenes tour of the show Wake Up With Al! along with $1,000 cash. The winner’s forecasts may even be featured online at Jergens.com.

Jergens® Skincare
Winterless Weather Forecaster Contest
Jergens.com
November 1, 2009 – December 11, 2009

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Must be at least 21 and legal resident of 50 United States (D.C.). Contest begins 11/1/09 and ends 12/11/09. Sweepstakes begins 12/16/09 and ends 1/13/10. Void where prohibited. See Official Rules at Jergens.com/winterless. Sponsor: Kao Brands Company, 2535 Spring Grove Avenue, Cincinnati, OH 45214.
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