Last week we had a terrific LifeStyle Workshop and our participants asked if we would remind them of some of the cool new products we passed around. One of the fun things about the workshop is that you get to touch and feel things — and get immediate feedback. Plus everyone brings their own knowledge to the table. So let’s start out with something new that we learned:
Lisa Dodge is the daughter of a dentist – and has great teeth to prove it. But her dad has said to stay away from Teeth Whitening kits as they haven’t been tested for long-term harm to teeth enamel. She shared that Crest 3-D Toothpaste is better – use it 3 times a day and get whiter teeth. Worth a try. I’m still a fan of Crest Professional Effects 3-D White Whitestrips. They’ve improved the stickiness, so they really stay on for the 1/2 hour daily treatments. Thanks for the warning, Lisa!
Face Primers – LOVE these. I’ve used Smashbox for awhile (Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer) but L’Oreal just came out with Studio Secrets Primer (on sale for $9.99 this week at Target) and it’s great. These primers leave a soft, velvety base for your foundation or tinted moisturizer and decrease oil and shine. The best part is they fill in fine lines and imperfections! Yea! Remember as you age, lighten up on foundation and powder — use a tinted moisturizer or mineral-based powder — to stay away from the “cakey” look.
DuWop Revolotion SPF 15. Charla Krupp (of How Not to Look Old) gave me this and it’s pretty amazing. Yes, we can go bare-legged and not look awful. This is a bronzing body moisturizer that has a bit of shimmer to the finish. All natural and not orange! Really easy to apply and quite forgiving so you don’t look streaky! And it doesn’t smell awful like many leg creams. They offer a tanner as well. So far, I’ve only found it online at Sephora. But it’s pretty neat.
Vanishing Edge Panties from Soma (Division of Chico’s) that really don’t ride up. Get them at Chico’s Outlets in Aurora or Kenosha for a fraction of the price.
Speaking of underthings, don’t miss Flexees by Maidenform to control your midriff and tummy. Still comfortable and cool, they offer many different styles of tank tops, camis and more.
Now if only I could give the resource for Julie’s cute topper that everyone loves – and is ultra-flattering to any figure type. Keep your eyes open in the coat department for one of your own.
What are your favorite finds? Share them with a comment!
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Comment by Jean
Posted on July 26, 2010 at 1:07 pm
Four weeks ago I wiped out on the lakefront bike path, landed in Northwestern’s ER and after 8 wince-provoking x-rays was told I had broken my pelvis in three place… BUT had good bones “for a woman my age”! (The first time, by the way, that I actually accepted that qualifier as a compliment.)
The prognosis was 4-6 weeks on a walker and 8 weeks on a cane. 3 weeks later my older daughter gave birth to her third child, Grant Benjamin, and I was right at her side helping her push. 4 days after that my younger daughter was married and I walked her down the aisle. Both blessed events were managed (quite well, I’m told) without the aid of walker or cane. Adrenaline? No doubt. Determination? You betcha. Support? That’s the best part… Because “for a woman my age” not only do I have good bones, I have a loving family, amazing and generous friends, and physical therapist who kicks A!
Comment by Chris Hauri
Posted on July 26, 2010 at 9:10 pm
Thanks, Jean! And remember, support is important in a bra, too! Look for those that offer some nice padding – or better yet – have a tag that says “Age Defying Lift” by Vanity Fair. Soma has a line as well.
And, as one of your loyal supporters, congratulations on all your wonderful family events!