New Release: Certified Organic Skin Care & Supplements - Sublime Beauty Naturals

The new face of organic beauty: Natural Skincare Products and Nutritional Supplements.

Winter is all but here and if you live in the northern hemisphere, you may begin to notice subtle changes in your skin. Less oil production can result in a dryer texture due to diminished moisture in the air. I enjoy outdoor sports including running and cycling so the elements can really take their toll. Added to this is the concern with fragranced and chemically laden skincare products. One by one I've been phasing them out and replacing them with pure, organic skincare products. Additionally, I've upped my nutritional supplements to include natural internal support for my skin. So, here's a snapshot of my current protocol:

Glowing skin, head to toe modeling this fall at New York Fashion Week

New Release: Sublime Beauty Naturals
This is a new line of highly effective, Certified Organic skin care products. I covered pairing Sublime Beauty Natural's Zen Power Serum with the Mira-Skin's Ultrasound Kit which you can read HERE.  I have been using the Zen Power Serum prior to the addition of Ultrasound treatments and have seen my skin transform: more supple, increased moisture and firmer texture. This organic serum is a rich blend of peptides, vitamins and most importantly hyaluronic acid. Hyaluronic acid is present in high quantities in young skin and begins to diminish as we age. 

Zen Power Serum is rich in peptides, vitamins and hyaluronic acid.

Zen Power Serum is very light, non-greasy and easily absorbed. No artificial fragrances or additives means eliminating irritation and breakouts. Better still, I feel good about using an effective, yet certified organic product on my skin. My skin speaks for itself. Clear, smooth and healthy, NYC makeup artists all tell me I have an amazing complexion.

Zen Power Serum + Zen Face Polish

Zen Face Polish is another key addition to the Sublime Beauty Naturals organic collection. Exfoliation is very important in skincare. If you do not slough off the top dead dermal layers, whatever product you apply may have a hard time being absorbed. The Zen Face Polish is a very fine, non-irritating scrub. It contains soothing oils of Avocado, Coconut and Jojoba so it doesn't leave your skin feeling stripped. I use this scrub about once a week to keep my pores clear. Made with the same microdermabrasion crystals, (Aluminum Silica or Bauxite) used in professional spas. See all of the new Certified Organic skin care products available at SublimeBeautyNaturals.com

Zen Face Polish is Certified Organic.

Adding Natural, Organic Oils
Once you've taken care of exfoliation and deep hydration, you'll want to include natural, organic oils both inside and out. These days nearly everything we eat is "low-fat" or "no-fat". It might be popular as a marketing tool but the truth is, we need oil in our diet. Likewise in the winter-time when our natural oil production is slowed, applying a little oil to your face at bedtime can make a big difference in moisture retention.

Natural oils to boost your skin's moisture levels

Zen Pure Essential Oil Blends
These are pure, jojoba oil based essential oil blends. Certified Organic, these can be added to your skincare regimen or products with ease. The Zen De-Stress has calming chamomile, lavender and neroli (orange blossom oil). The oils in this blend are perfect for topping off your favorite serum for a restful night's sleep. 

Vacationing in The Hamptons

Likewise the Immune Boost is the perfect travel companion. It contains Eucalyptus, Oregano, Cinnamon and Clove oils, all known to be effective against bacteria and viruses. Add a few drops to your bath water once you check into your hotel to give your immune system an extra boost.

My essential oil blends came with me on my trip to The Hamptons. (Montauk Point, LI)

Pure Organic Sesame Oil
Sesame Oil can be used medicinally as well as nutritionally. Many people are discovering the benefits of oil pulling for improved oral care. However, I like to add this delicious Sesame Oil to my smoothies and dishes. It has a superior nutty flavor and blends easily into most everything: pancakes, stir-fry, shakes and more.  Sesame Oil is loaded with Omega fatty acids and can help give your skin that glow from within. Used topically, it helps seal in the moisture often lost from indoor heating and dry winter air. Visit SublimeBeautyNaturals.com

Nutty, delicious, organic sesame oil.

New Nutritional Supplements for Beautiful Skin
Along with the Certified Organic Sesame Oil, I like to include other nutrients to support the ceramides, hyaluronic acid and collagen levels in my skin.

Key supplements to try for glowing skin this winter.

Neocell Derma Matrix Collagen Skin Complex comes in an easy to mix, tasteless powder.  This product contains hyaluronic acid, vitamin C and Amla fruit extract which helps protect against cell-damaging free radicals. Along with their Beauty Bursts, this has become one of my favorite Neocell products. See more collagen supporting supplements at Neocell.com  

Hyaluronic Acid - Blueberry Liquid

Neocell Hyaluronic Acid Blueberry Liquid is a delicious liquid supplement which can be added to most anything: shakes, tea, juices, etc. It is a very fast acting liquid. An added benefit is that it not only increases skin's natural moisture, it helps keep your joints lubricated. My knees and ankles no longer hurt after running a 5 or 10k race and I can feel the difference if I skip taking it for too long. Each bottle gives you 32 servings. Visit Neocell.com

Sublime Beauty Phytoceramides

Sublime Beauty Phytoceramides
Just like hyaluronic acid and collagen, ceramides are natural components of healthy, young skin. The ceramides in this formulation are derived from rice with added vitamins A, C, D and E. All you need is one capsule per day, (I usually take mine in the morning). The gelatin caps are very easy to swallow. See all the new organic skincare and beauty products now from SublimeBeautyNaturals.com

Traveling with my essential skincare products.

Sun Care Over the Winter Months
Please keep in mind that winter means continuing with your sunblock everyday. I like Dr. Obaggi's Solar Shield SPF 50 Matte sunscreen and wear it under my makeup daily. During Cruise and Resort Season, be sure to pack your sunscreen along with your swimsuit.

Obagi's Solar Shield SPF 50 Sunscreen

The rays may be a little less intense this time of year but cumulative sun damage adds up over time. Consider wearing a wool hat with a slight brim or a wool fedora this winter. This will give you more coverage than let's say, a knit hat.

A small brim on your hat can make a big difference.

Products & supplements c/o the manufacturers so included herewith.

Top Fall Skincare Finds: Mira-Skin Ultrasound and Sublime Beauty Naturals Zen Power Serum

NEW skin care essentials for fall: Mira-Skin Ultrasound Kit & Sublime Beauty Naturals Zen Power Serum

This fall season is all about non-invasive yet effective cosmetic procedures and natural, organic skin care products. I'm very particular about what I put on my skin partly due to my pharmaceutical background but also because of having been spoiled with facials at some of the area's best spas. European facials rely on a skilled technician who uses unscented, natural beauty products. Now we have access to high tech devices like microdermabrasion wands, lasers, LED Light Therapy and ultrasound treatments. Combined, they create a synergy that give results very near what more invasive cosmetic procedures will offer. So here is an example of two skin care instruments and products I've used together to get some very impressive results:

Mira-Skin Ultrasound Starter Kit

Mira-Skin Ultrasound
This ultrasonic wand is made in Germany and was sent to me by Techmira. It arrived as a starter kit with everything you see here: Mira-Skin Ultrasound Wand, Ultrasound Gel and Hyaluronic Acid. All three work together as a triple play to increase absorption of skin care products and boost moisture. Remember when I reviewed the Jenu Ultrasonic Wand this past spring? You can read it HERE. The Mira-Skin Ultrasound is more powerful than the Jenu and is made for use on your neck and whole face, not just around the eyes and lips.

Hyaluronic Serum, Ultrasonic Wand and Conductive Gel

Mira-Skin Ultrasound Kit Contents:
Hyaluronic Acid is a natural component of young skin which helps maintain moisture and plumpness. As we age, the amount of hyaluronic acid decreases. This is where deeper lines and loss of volume begin to show. Before starting my ultrasound treatment, I applied the Mira-Skin Hyaluronic Serum which is a fragrance free gel. One treatment and you will see a difference in the level of moisture in your skin.

Ultrasound Conductive Gel is applied to the skin next. This allows the wand to effectively send the Hyaluronic Serum deep down into the skin's lower layers. Odorless and clear, it is similar to the gels used in Ultrasound Imagery.

Mira-Skin Ultrasonic Wand and Conductive Gel

The Mira-Skin Ultrasonic Wand is extremely high tech. You activate it by placing your finger on the base and watch the red light go green. Place a drop of water on the wand and you'll see the ultrasonic vibrations in action. It is very relaxing to use as it warms up slightly as it glides over the skin. This is what spa estheticians use in their more expensive facials, but you can do this at home 2-3 times a week for superior results. The wand comes with a USB cable to recharge it. I've used the Mira-Skin Wand several times and have not needed to recharge it yet. Each treatment cycle takes between 5-10 minutes and should be done no more than 3 times per week.

Here are the details and specs from the Mira-Skin website:

The Mira-Skin Starter Kit is the ultimate solution to recapture your youth. The ultrasound boosts the anti-aging performance of your skincare.

• While skin creams can only penetrate the top layers of skin, ultrasound makes it possible to deliver essential nutrients deeper into your skin to smooth away unwanted imperfections and accelerate skin repair. The gentle micro-massage of ultrasound gently cleans and exfoliates your skin and promotes your skins metabolism and lymphatic drainage as well as the production of collagen and elastin.

• The Mira-Skin concept is open for using your favourite anti-aging products after the ultrasound treatment. It will increase the absorption and effectiveness of your favorite skin care products.

• We recommend to use the Mira-Skin Hyaluronic Serum (15ml/0.5 fl. oz included in the Starter Kit) before your ultrasound treatment for even better results. It penetrates deep into the epidermal layers and binds moisture internally to plump wrinkles from the inside out. It helps your skin retain moisture and keeps your skin soft and supple. Wrinkles disappear and your skin gets a fresh, radiant complexion!

Sublime Beauty Naturals Zen Power Serum

Sublime Beauty Naturals Zen Power Serum

The Mira-Skin Ultrasound treatment allows for the deeper absorption of skin care products both during the application and for up to 30 minutes after. So to take advantage of this window of opportunity, I add the NEW Zen Power Serum by Sublime Beauty Naturals. This is a multi-product serum, made from organic botanicals utilizing the most potent forms of: Vitamin C, E, CoQ10 plus peptides and yes, hyaluronic acid. 

How I Bring the Spa Home: Pure Essential Oil Blends & Zen Power Serum 

As the Ultrasonic treatment allow products to reach deeper into the skin, I would recommend that anything you apply be pure, organic and natural. So after my use of the Mira-Skin, I apply the Zen Power Serum and to accentuate the spa experience, add a few drops of the Zen De-Stress Pure Essential Oil Blend. This blend has a Jojoba oil base with essential oils of: Neroli (orange blossom), clary sage and lavender.

I finish off my facial with a few drops of this essential oil blend on my forehead. Ah, bliss! I find that if you use a very light oil like this during the drier, cooler days of autumn, your skin will retain moisture much better.

So these are the new movers and shakers this fall in skin care!  My skin after using this new system of ultrasound combined with hyaluronic serums is super moist and supple. My makeup goes on much easier with no dry patches or flaking even though I use Retin-A for acne control. This fall, be Red Carpet Ready by using a skin care protocol that actually works after only one treatment. The Mira-Skin Starter Set retails for $349.00. A European Facial at one of the top NYC spas starts at about $149.00 for an hour. You will see much more noted results if you do these facials at least once a week. Also, be sure to use top quality organic skin care products on you skin. I'm loving the NEW Sublime Beauty Naturals collection, especially the Zen Power Serums and Zen Pure Essential Oil Blends. Check them out online at SublimeBeautyNaturals.com

Red Carpet Ready! Modeling  Ten Tomorrow & Calvin Klein at New York Fashion Week.