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Treat Yourself to the Best Rollers

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Recently you may have seen some of your favorite celebrities or social media influencers flaunting their fancy facial rollers. With so many different types and options on the market, how do you know which is the best for you? We’ve rounded up some of the most popular rollers and outline the benefits of each so you can get a grasp on this roller-coaster. (sorry)

 

 

 

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Summer mornings left you feeling drab and puffy-eyed? Look no further than stone rollers. Within this category, there are two main moguls fighting for the top spot and their names are, rose quartz and jade.

 

The two have similar benefits which include reducing puffiness, dark circles, and improving the elasticity of skin and size of pores, and overall brightening your complexion. You simply roll the larger side of the roller across all parts of our face, and for more gentle places, such as your under eyes, use the smaller end. By simply taking the stones and gliding them around, your skin will look rejuvenated and help absorb whatever products come next in your routine. For even more relaxation you can put the stones in the freezer before use to experience a cooling and de-puffing sensation.

 

The difference between the two lies in the vibe of the stone. Jade is known to be a calming stone, while rose quartz is more popular for bringing in love — it depends on what you need. You can grab either at Sephora.

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Next up is the micro-needling roller, which can be a bit more intense than a smooth stone running across your face. These rollers are pretty much as they sound, complete tiny paint-like rollers covered with mini spikes that penetrate into the top layer of your skin to stimulate collagen production. By rolling the needles vertically, horizontally and diagonally for no more than two minutes across your skin (before applying a serum), your skin will be glowing in no time.

 

The needles may sound scary but the benefits found are overwhelming. The roller helps to treat fine lines and wrinkles, loose skin, pore size, spots, acne scarring, and other pigmentation issues. At-home micro-needling rollers should be between 0.2mm-1.0mm and can be purchased easily at Stacked Skincare which has a range of options to fit your needs.

 

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Last but not least, are the anti-aging germanium rollers — this was personally one of the first rollers I saw set the internet into a frenzy. This option from Nurse Jamie is best made for mature skin as it aids with reducing the appearance of wrinkles and sagging, while increasing firmness, blood circulation, and improving the overall tone and texture of your skin. You can either make the investment and buy the Insta-famous option from Nurse Jackie or once again try the more affordable YOUTHLAB Radiance Roller.

 

Take your pick and change your morning routine forever.

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Topical Melatonin is the New Wellness Craze

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Created by plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Marko Lens, Zelens has launched a new Z-Melatonin Overnight Serum, charged with a cocktail of restorative ingredients targeted to fight aging and environmental marks on our skin. At the center of attention: melatonin, which could just be the vitamin C equivalent for skincare.

“Melatonin has been known for many years as a molecule involved in body’s circadian rhythm,” explains Lens. “Studies showed that it a very strong antioxidant but at the same time it promotes collagen production.” It thus became the cornerstone product in his newest serum formulated to maximize skin’s natural repair offering a lifting effect with smoother and healthier skin appearance.

Ingestible melatonin has long been used as a sleep-aid as soon as it enters your bloodstream. However, this way prevents it from resurfacing to your skin and providing beneficial effects at that end. “Scientific results show that melatonin demonstrates strong antioxidant properties and protects DNA from oxidative damage,” says Lens. “Studies also show that it stimulates fibroblasts, which are cell producing collagen and elastin, and is a vital part of the skin repair process.” For skin, melatonin is the key ingredient in fighting fine lines, wrinkles, and dark spots — all UV-induced damage. And as Zelens is the pioneer in many of its previous cosmetic products, it is way ahead of the curve in topical melatonin use as well.

The serum works best applied after skin cleansing in the evening. It may be mixed with any of the brand’s Power drops: Power A for further skin renewal, Power C for extra skin luminosity, and Power D to reinforce skin protective barrier. Doctor Lens also suggests using the Stem Complex Overnight Rejuvenating Cream after serum application.

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Melatonin Overnight Serum, $220, ZELENS. Available at DavidPirrotta.com. 

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Upgrade Your Skin with Augustinus Bader

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Renowned for discovering a life-changing skin treatment for burn victims, professor Augustinus Bader has turned his attention to the beauty and grooming sphere with the launch of his eponymous skincare line. A pair of two creams—The Rich Cream and its lighter counterpart, The Cream—is a multipurpose rejuvenation treatment that hydrates and reformats the skin to minimize the visual damage associated with aging and extended sun exposure. Appropriate for a myriad of skin types, the treatment is a pivotal point in the changing scope of skincare and how consumers can approach, and even embrace, aging.

$265 for each, available at AugustinusBader.com.

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Free Stuff: All Natural Anti-Aging Galore at Kiehl’s Day of Strength

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Who amongst us doesn’t love a free Kiehl’s sample? How about one that lasts for a week and a half? This Saturday, May 12th is Kiehl’s Day of Strength and they’re offering up free OJ and other vitamin C-like beverages in addition to a 10.5 day sample of their all natural, Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate, an anti-aging formula which uses a very high 10.5% concentration of pure Vitamin C. The serum, part of their Dermatological Solutions collection, has been shown to clear the face of fine lines and improve over all complexion. The full retail price is $58.00 for 1.7 fl. Oz. / 50ml. Check out Kiehls.com to find a store near you.

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PRODUCT: A TAN IN A TOWELETTE

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Here’s something interesting—Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare has released an exfoliating and anti-aging self-tanning towelette called the Alpha Beta Glow Pad for Body. Despite its very “Mac product” sounding name, the 8 textured towels that come in one box are a great option for guys looking to lay on some color before they hit beach or pool this summer. The color is delivered in time release through microencapusulated DHA and Soy Proteins and as with all Dr. Dennis Gross products, its heavy on delivery of vitamins and minerals to keep your skin healthy—active vitamin D to moisturize, vitamin B to reduce pore size and a slew of anti-oxidants to keep your skin fresh and young. Also included are naturally-derived BHA’s to keep your acne at bay and something called Capislow (TM) that keeps your body hair from growing to immense proportions. The towels goon smooth and don’t leave any kind of residue—just a fresh looking tan that shows up a few hours after use. One box should last you about 4 to 6 weeks. Pick some up here!