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In a world where the beauty industry is bombarded with products boasting miraculous results, the move towards clean and natural skincare and cosmetics emerges as a breath of fresh air. This shift is not just about tapping into the latest trend; it’s about making a conscious decision to care for your skin and the environment with products that promise purity, safety, and sustainability. From understanding what goes into your skincare products to recognizing the long-term benefits of natural ingredients, our next series of blogs will guide you through the whys and hows of embracing clean beauty.
Our new series of blogs aims to shed light on the significance of switching to clean and natural skincare and cosmetics. We’ll delve into the health and environmental benefits of clean beauty, debunk common myths, and provide practical tips for making the transition. Expect to learn about the natural ingredients that can help your skin and hair the most. Away from all the chemicals found in traditional beauty products, the advantages of plant-based ingredients, are unlimited. By the end, you’ll be equipped with all the knowledge you need to transform your beauty routine into a sustainable, health-conscious practice.
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]]>Next to the skin of our face and neck, our hands are the most likely parts of our bodies to reveal the secret of our age. And unfortunately, once hands become dry, matters can become even worse and even your closest friends might think you’re older than you truly are.
Luckily, caring for your hands and banishing dryness to turn back the clock is easy, as long as you follow three simple steps.
]]>Next to the skin of our face and neck, our hands are the most likely parts of our bodies to reveal the secret of our age. And unfortunately, once hands become dry, matters can become even worse and even your closest friends might think you’re older than you truly are.
Luckily, caring for your hands and banishing dryness to turn back the clock is easy, as long as you follow three simple steps.
#1 – Exfoliate
Exfoliation isn’t only important to prevent fine lines and wrinkles from marring your face. In fact, as dry skin builds up across your body, you’re youthful appearance can suffer, especially when it comes to your hands.
That’s because dry skin results in more dead surface cells. These cells can show up as increased cracks and lines in your skin that cause it to appear older than it is.
Exfoliation whisks away these dead surface cells in order to reveal the fresh, youthful cells beneath.
That’s why to combat dry hands, we recommend exfoliating with our Miracles Polished Smoothing Body Scrub. A nourishing blend of Vitamin-C, Noni Fruit Extract, Shea Butter, Sugar, and Lavender, each use gently lifts away dead, dry skin cells, while providing added hydration for a visibly soft, renewed and glowing skin.
#2 – Add serums
Like with exfoliation, serums aren’t only for your face. In fact, using the proper serums can yield dramatic results for your hands too!
The key is to choose serums that address your specific skincare needs.
In the case of dryness, one of the best serums is our Miracles & More Hyaluronic Acid Rejuvenation Serum.
A combination of two of the most potent skincare ingredients available – hyaluronic acid and peptides – the serum addresses aging skin on two levels. When combined, hyaluronate goes to work to plump aging skin cells from within, thanks to its ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, while the peptides work to restore skin elasticity for an instant plumping action.
And while you can also get the benefits of hyaluronic acid in a cream, hands-down the most effective way to grab the benefits of its hydrating power plus a peptide punch is through a serum.
That’s because of all steps in your beauty routine, your serum is the one that’s capable of penetrating the deepest in order to deliver real, visible results.
#3 – Lock in moisture
Finally, lock in the benefits of your serum with a rich, luxurious hand crème to prevent moisture loss and block out every day irritants that dry and age skin. Just remember to choose a formula made specifically for the very dry skin of hands, like our Botanical Hand Protecting Cream.
Enriched with aloe, avocado oil and chamomile flower, the cream deeply hydrates, leveling up the results you see from your serum, while leaving no greasy residue.
It’s powerful care to prevent dryness.
Softer, smoother hands in three steps
Get the beautifully softer, smoother, more hydrated hands you want with these three easy steps.
After all, why should your hands tell the secret of your age?
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How can you battle back crepey skin and get ready to show off your skin once spring arrives?
]]>No one wants to see thin, saggy, shriveled-looking skin on their upper arms, legs, neck or décolletage. But with age, elastin in your skin can begin to break down, moisture can be lost and crepey skin can begin to creep up, especially after those dry winter months.
So how can you battle back crepey skin and get ready to show off your skin once spring arrives?
It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3…
Because dry skin can look more crinkly, exfoliation is a must.
And one of the easiest ways to exfoliate is by dry brushing.
Dry brushes are generally made with natural bristle and are best used right before you bathe or shower.
Those bristles not only whisk away dead, dry skin cells to reveal the fresh, youthful skin below, but also boost circulation to help keep skin firm and reduce the appearance of wrinkles and cellulite.
Talk about a win, win!
To take your exfoliation up a notch, especially if you’re dealing with crepey skin around your neck and décolletage, try a product that combines mechanical exfoliation with natural alpha hydroxy acid exfoliation, like our Micro-Crystals Pure Perfection Polish.
It works on two levels to buff away uneven cellular surface buildup and reveal healthier, glowing skin.
Next, because a lack of hydration is a hallmark of crepey skin, it’s important to restore the lost moisture that can leave skin sagging.
For crepey skin on your arms or legs, look for creams that boost collagen and elastin, while hydrating and firming your skin, with ingredients like vitamins A, C and E, along with extracts of thyme, such as our Intense Body Soufflé.
For crepey skin on your neck or decollate, we recommend smoothing on our Deep Cellular Renewal & Collagen Booster.
The nightly crème is infused with 0.5% active Retinol to stimulate deep cellular renewal, increase stagnant collagen production and firm and lift skin.
An added complex of natural botanicals and intensely moisturizing Vitamin B5, work collectively to soothe and hydrate, resulting in supple, renewed skin without the common irritation normally associated with retinoids.
3. Protect
Finally, because crepey skin starts with UV damage that breaks down elastin, it’s vital to use an SPF daily, rain or shine.
Spread it on wherever you’re experiencing problems, but also don’t forget to protect other areas before crepey skin starts.
It’s time to do more than just live in your skin. It’s time to love it.
And with those three steps, you’re sure to do just that!
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#1 – A Plum Lip
Although red lipstick is a classic, to truly stand out this New Year’s, it’s time to try plum instead. Plum
shades not only pair perfectly with a bold eye shadow, they also make your lips look fuller.
For the perfect plum, we recommend our Miracles & More Lip Gloss in Bling Bling. It’s deep and rich
with a perfect gloss for that perfect polished finish.
#2 – Shimmery Eyes
It truly doesn’t get any more glamorous than a subtle shimmer. That’s why for New Year’s Eve, why not
let your eyes shine like stars with our Shimmery Eye Shadow in Shiver.
Simply dust it on your lids and let your glamour speak for itself.
#3 – A Glitzy Glow
Next, get glowy makeup by applying a liquid highlight to your cheekbone, Cupid’s bow (the top part of
your upper lips, right where they come together), chin and the bridge of your nose.
Our favorite highlighter for the holidays is our Glowing Highlighter in Movie Star.
Pair it with ultra-glossy lips and a shimmery eye shadow and all eyes will truly be on you.
#4 – Pretty Pink
Need to take your New Year’s look from day to night?
Pink is the answer.
A pretty pink shadow paired with perfect pink lips look equally good whether you’re rockin’ the day or
celebrating all night.
So for a pretty wash of pink, go four our Matte Eye Shadow in Lover.
And pair it with one of the perfectly pink shades found in our Forever Pink Mini Lipsticks Gift Sets.
With two new pink shades - Flannel and Door Prize - along with our Miracles Fans' favorite Shade
Beloved to choose from, you’re sure to find the one you’ll love all the New Year.
#5 – Precise Eyeliner
Finally, whatever your look, be sure to add a sweep of black eye liner to make your eyes pop even more.
To create a sharp, clean line, our Mechanical Eye Pencil, applying from the middle of your upper lash line
to the outer corner and repeating on the other eye.
Waterproof and smudge-proof, it will give you a precise line that lasts all night long.
Wishing You a Miraculous New Year
Now, go out and rock your look and be your glamorously beautiful best.
And most of all, have a miraculous New Year!
When using beauty products for age-defying effects, makeup is not the only essential tool in your arsenal. Following the proper skincare routine before applying makeup and after you take it off enhances your makeup looks and natural bare face.
Skin care is important, and your makeup will be smooth and flawless by maintaining the best regimen for your skin type. An essential skincare prep before applying any makeup is hydration. When applied without adequate hydration, some products, especially powder-based ones, dry out the skin and have the opposite of age-defying makeup effects.
Cakey dry makeup will only enhance fine lines and wrinkles. Setting a base for your makeup with a thick moisturizer will ensure it goes on smoothly and hides signs of aging.
A product like this Anti-Aging Moisturizer is perfect as it is a collagen-rich hydrating face cream that instantly lifts the skin, reducing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines.
For those needing a product that nourishes and repairs skin, this Age-Reversing Collagen Therapy Cream is moisture rich and infused with essential nutrients, algae extracts, and amino acids that improve the skin and provide it with protection for a radiant, hydrated complexion.
The skin around the eyes is very delicate and typically sees signs of aging sooner than other areas of the face. So, using skincare products that prevent and repair signs of aging is essential. Eye serums and creams with collagen-boosting peptides provide firming effects that reduce the appearance of fine lines like crow’s feet.
Using products with peptides and vitamins that regenerate, repair, and protect the skin promote long-lasting moisture retention that strengthens the skin’s natural barrier.
The Instant Firming Serum is a lightweight product that reduces wrinkles and bags around the eyes by boosting collagen production and leaving the skin plump, lifted, and smoother. This Tripeptide Collagen Eye Repair is a highly concentrated product that helps repair signs of aging while hydrating and nourishing the skin for a smoother, more youthful appearance.
We make these skincare products with natural ingredients, essential vitamins, and nutrients that repair the skin. Implementing clean skincare products like these provides skin with proactive care that does not clog pores or use abrasive ingredients that are not good for it.
Apply however much makeup you are comfortable with after establishing a base. For more mature skin, it is important to remember that less is more because too much makeup will cake up and settle into lines and wrinkles.
An essential first step is a primer that helps the makeup go on smoothly and last throughout the day. This Face Primer that minimizes fine lines is the perfect start to any age-defying makeup routine. Following the same hydration goals of the skincare applied before the makeup, you want to use products like this Anti-Aging Foundation that have a dewy finish, not matte.
After applying your base primer and foundation, contouring is a highly effective makeup trick for a more youthful, age-defying look. This trick will sculpt the face and enhance defining features like the cheekbones and jawline. The products used for this technique should be two or three shades darker than your natural skin tone.
Accomplish contouring by using a product like a Compact Bronzer for a sunkissed glow. To contour your face, apply the bronzer under the cheekbones, on the jawline, and on the outer edges of the forehead. An angled makeup brush is the best tool for using contour that is powder based. You can apply and blend with a damp makeup sponge for cream or liquid contouring products.
Once you have sculpted and enhanced the definition of your natural features, you can sparingly add a Glowing Highlighter using a fan brush for a youthful glow on the high points of your face. A shimmery highlighter will further enhance the lifting effects of contouring and should complement your skin tone. Those with fair skin tones should use a pearl-colored shade, while darker skin tones should use a golden hue.
The last step of any makeup routine should be a Hydrating Setting Spray for a weightless finish that helps prevent makeup from melting, fading, or settling into fine lines. A setting spray will lock in your age-defying makeup for all-day youthful radiance.
When taken care of and adequately nourished, your skin is a delicate surface that will reward you with a glowing complexion and age-defying results that keep you looking younger for longer. Plenty of tricks and tips delay the effects of aging on the skin or give a youthful look without going under the knife.
When you implement clean skincare and makeup products, there is no need for expensive and dangerous plastic surgeries or injections. Your natural complexion and features are gorgeous with or without makeup, but a confidence boost now and then does not hurt. When you need that boost, or if you enjoy makeup, using natural ingredients is essential, and your skin will thank you.
]]>Your week’s going along beautifully. Your complexion is clear and then suddenly up pops a pimple (or worse multiple pimples). And whether it’s due to stress, hormones or that chocolate donut you just couldn’t resist, the only thing that matters is banishing the breakout.
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Your week’s going along beautifully. Your complexion is clear and then suddenly up pops a pimple (or worse multiple pimples).
And whether it’s due to stress, hormones or that chocolate donut you just couldn’t resist, the only thing that matters is banishing the breakout.
Luckily, there are five skincare ingredients that are superstars when it comes to keeping your skin crystal clear.
So let’s jump right in…
#1 – Vitamin C
A serum rich in vitamin C can be one of you best defenses against acne for three very important reasons.
First is the vitamin’s potent antioxidant properties. That’s because when there is an imbalance between free radicals and antioxidants, your skin’s function is disrupted and inflammation is triggered, both of which can lead to breakouts.
Second, Vitamin C helps calm skin irritation that fuels the fires of inflammation to reduce the chances of acne occurring.
And the vitamin significantly stimulates collagen production in the skin, to enhance stone, and support the skin’s natural healingprocesses. This helps banish discoloration and dark spots caused by breakouts faster.
#2 – Ferulic Acid
Ferulic acid works against acne for many of the same reasons as vitamin C.
It’s an antioxidant that helps neutralize free radicals that clog pores, support balanced inflammation levels and reduces redness – all things that you need to keep your skin clear.
#3 – Emblica
You may not have heard of Emblica, since it’s relatively new to the skincare world, but it’s already a powerhouse.
Emblica promotes the removal of dead skin cells to keep pores clear. And it helps diminish pigmentation issues caused by acne. Since it’s a rich source of vitamin C, it even supports collagen production to stimulate skin renewal.
#4 – Vitamin E
The antioxidants found in vitamin E help protect your skin from the damage caused by breakouts. And because the vitamin supports your skin’s immune system and aids in cell regeneration, it’s perfect for acne-prone skin.
Even better, when combined with vitamin C, vitamin E can produce even more transformative results.
#5 – Vitamin B5
Also known as pantothenic acid, vitamin B5 is a water-soluble B vitamin.
So what can it do for acne?
Well, because the vitamin is a humectant, it’s perfect for binding water into your skin cells. This can combat the dryness that comes with acne and keep your skin hydrated, smooth and plump.
And because vitamin B5 also supports the skin’s barrier function, including sebum production, it can also help fight acne and banish blemishes.
Putting it all together
So does this mean that you have to buy five separate serums and start layering away to keep your acne at bay?
Not when you use Clear Glow Liposomal C Serum.
Clear Glow is formulated with all five acne-fighting powerhouses to keep your complexion clear and your skin glowing the easy way.
It’s powerful acne protection in one luxurious serum.
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Luckily, prepping your skin means banishing those worries and looking your beautiful best all year long. Here’s how to set your skin up for a happy transition to autumn…
]]>Luckily, prepping your skin means banishing those worries and looking your beautiful best all year long. Here’s how to set your skin up for a happy transition to autumn…
#1 – Take shorter, cooler showers
Although we all like to luxuriate in a hot, steamy shower, spending too long under that hot water can strip your skin of essential oils that keep it hydrated, smooth and supple. So as fall rolls around, be sure to take shorter, lukewarm showers instead to preserve the oils that protect your skin’s natural beauty.
#2 – Exfoliate away those dead cells
As the days cool down, dead, dry cells can build up on the surface of your skin, leaving you with an uneven complexion and more visible lines and wrinkles. That’s why it’s important to step up your exfoliation game for fall.
Our favorite way to lift away those dead cells and get our skin fall ready is our 3-in-1 Gentle Mint Face Exfoliate.
An exfoliator, mask and cleanser, enriched with the refreshing power of mint, it not only softly whisks away dead skin cells that dull your complexion, but also deep cleans your pores, leaving them tighter and your skin firmed and lifted.
#3 – Switch to a gentle cleanser
Harsh cleansers can leave your skin dried out and thirsting for moisture. That’s why for fall, it’s especially important to use a supremely gentle cleanser to preserve your skin’s natural moisture balance and prevent dryness.
For the autumn season, we recommend our Coconut & Sugar Beets Botanical Cleansing Lotion.
Unlike a traditional face wash, this cleansing lotion is more on the milky side. It smooths over your skin to remove dirt and impurities to allow your skin to breathe, yet is extremely gentle. Thicker than your average face wash, our cleansing lotions helps to remove the oil and dirt that can pile onto your skin, while delivering higher levels of hydration than a face wash, something that’s especially important for dry and aging skin.
#4 – Get more moisture
While it’s important to moisturize your skin year-round, the drier weather and cooler temps of fall make hydration vital to combat skin dryness.
We recommend upping your hydration two ways – first through a hydrating serum, like our Hyaluronic Acid Rejuvenating Face Serum and second using our Hyaluronic Moisturizer.
Both of these skin-loving products are infused with hyaluronate, which goes to work to hydrate and plump aging skin cells from within, thanks to its ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
#5 – Drink more water
Finally, to get your skin ready for fall, you should also work to hydrate your body from within by drinking more water on a daily basis. That’s because when temperatures drop, the moisture from your skin evaporates more easily. This makes it essential to supplement your moisture by staying hydrated. This will help keep you looking and feeling your best.
]]>Before you rub on your favorite body lotion even one more time,it’s time to take a close look at the label. That’s because that sweet smelling lotion may not be as safe and good for your skin (or your entire body) as it looks. In fact, some of the most well-known brands of body lotion can be hiding dozens of ingredients in their products that can range from irritating to your skin to hazardous to your health.
That’s why we’ve put together a list of the top four ingredients to watch out for, so that you can ditch those dangerous lotions.
]]>Before you rub on your favorite body lotion even one more time,it’s time to take a close look at the label. That’s because that sweet smelling lotion may not be as safe and good for your skin (or your entire body) as it looks. In fact, some of the most well-known brands of body lotion can be hiding dozens of ingredients in their products that can range from irritating to your skin to hazardous to your health.
That’s why we’ve put together a list of the top four ingredients to watch out for, so that you can ditch those dangerous lotions.
#1 - Butylated Hydroxyanisole (BHA)
BHA is best known for its use as a food preservative, but it’s also sadly common in body lotions. Unfortunately, the compound is also an endocrine disruptor, meaning it has the ability to throw off your body’s natural hormone production. This can lead to a host of issues including dry, itchy, irritatedskin and collagen and elastin breakdown, with a resulting loss of elasticity and increased skin sagging. Even worse, BHA is also a potential carcinogen.
#2 – Formaldehyde
Think BHA in your lotion is a bad idea? Well how about formaldehyde or at least a preservative that releases formaldehyde? That’s right, many brands hide DMDM hydantoin in their lotion, which can release that same compound found in embalming fluid that’s a known carcinogen.
#3 – Parabens (methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben and ethylparaben)
These synthetic chemicals are also used as preservatives in some of the most popular brands of body lotion to prevent the growth of bacteria and fungus. While that might sound good, the chemicals also irritate the skin, disrupt thyroid hormones and have been linked to breast cancer. The good news is, there are ingredients that offer a safer way to achieve the preservative action these chemicals are used for, including citric acid and vitamin E.
#4 - Mineral Oil
Mineral oil is often used in everything from facial moisturizers to body lotions because it’s cheap and has a long shelf-life. However, while it’s generally considered to be safe, that’s only true if it’s well purified. If not, it may be contaminated with polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, such as benzene, which are cancer causers.
A Better Body Lotion
So now that you know what to watch out for to keep from rubbing on toxins with your body lotion, how can you make a better choice?
Luckily, that one’s easy.
At Miracles & More, we specifically formulated our Intense Body Soufflé to nix those toxic ingredients and instead deliver skin-loving hydration you can feel good about.
Enriched with thyme extract, as well as vitamins A, C and E the silky, yet rich moisturizer, will rejuvenate your skin from head-to-toe with and leave your skin feeling soft, smooth and infinitely restored.
It’s a better way of caring for your skin.
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]]>So let’s get started with everything BB cream…
What is BB cream?
BB cream is the general term for a beauty balm. It’s a hybrid product that combines skincare with a cosmetic in order to improve your skin as you wear it. BB creams are generally known for their ability to deeply hydrate the skin, while providing sheer, radiant coverage that evens tone and diminishes the look of blemishes or dark spots. BB creams work as tinted moisturizers and may offer additional ingredients to further support skin health and beauty.
When Does a BB Cream Work Better than Foundation?
Now that we’ve covered what a BB cream is, let’s take a look at why you would choose it rather than a foundation as part of your cosmetic routine.
#1 – For summer fun
Whether you’re hitting the beach, heading out for a hike or just going shopping, summer means heat and humidity. It also means the perfect time to skip that full face of makeup and instead reach for your BB cream. The lighter coverage that a BB cream provides will do the work to keep you looking flawless, without weighing you down during the hottest parts of the day.
#2 – Getting ready for vacation
Because a BB cream can acts as a skin hydrator, sunscreen, foundation and cover-up in one, it’s the perfect companion when you’re traveling, allowing you to go minimalist and save room in your suitcase.
#3 – During breakouts
If you’re experiencing problems with breakouts, a BB cream could be the way to go. Because a beauty balm is lighter than foundation, it’s a great way to let your skin breathe and recover from those breakout bouts.
#4 – When you want to make things easy
BB creams are all about minimalism, allowing the beauty of your skin to shine through, while still offering beautifying coverage. So why not embrace the no-makeup look and choose the BB cream that’s right for you today?
#5 – When there’s not enough time in the day
Finally, if you find yourself rushing to get ready in the morning, a BB cream is definitely right for you. That’s because BB creams don’t require extensive blending in order to look your best. Simply use the tips of your finger to rub the balm into your skin and grab all the benefits of a moisturizer and a foundation in one.
Which BB cream should I choose?
The BB cream that’s right for you will depend on two things.
First, you’ll need to decide what you want from your beauty balm.
For example, our Miracles & More Collagen Enriched Beauty Balm+ Sunscreen delivers more than just hydration plus light to medium everyday coverage. It’s also formulated with collagen to keep skin firm and lifted, as well as three sunscreen agents that provide superior sun protection which prevents premature skin aging and dark spots.
The second thing you need to think about when choosing your BB cream is your skin tone.
Our Beauty Balm comes in seven different shades so that you can choose the one that best matches your skin tone and brings out your miraculous beauty.
]]>Summer is here and most of us just can’t wait to hit the beach or the pool and start enjoying the longer more sunshine-filled days ahead. But it’s important to not forget that while the summer sun and time in the water make for more fun, they can also be extremely damaging to your hair, leaving it dry, brittle and frizzy.
The good news is that there are easy ways to protect your locks to keep it at its best as the days heat up.
Just follow the tips below.
Summer Hair Care Tip #1 – Protect your hair
We all know the damage the sun’s powerful rays can do to our skin. After all, those UVA and UVB rays cause damage at the cellular level that accelerates aging and leaves our skin sagging, wrinkled and uneven.
But your skin isn’t the only thing those rays damage. Your hair is also prone to drying and fading due to UV exposure. That’s why when you’re out in the sun, a hat or scarf is a must. And since that floppy hat or that gorgeous scarf can look absolutely glamorous, why not rock it?
Summer Hair Care Tip #2 – Loosen up
The next tip to keeping your hair smooth, soft and beautiful all summer is to skip the oh-so-tight hairstyles and go loose and flowy instead.
That’s because pulling your hair back in a tight bun or ponytail can lead to breakage, especially during the summer when the heat makes your hair extremely fragile. If you do have to pull your hair up, be sure to go for a soft hair tie that won’t stress your hair and just say “no” to those harsh plastic bands.
Summer Hair Care Tip #3 – Skip a day
It’s also important to remember that while the summer days might make you sweat more than ever, jumping in the shower to wash your hair daily can strip your hair dry of the oils that keep it silky smooth.
Instead of shampooing every day, try skipping a day in between. It also helps to switch to a moisture-restoring shampoo, such as our Age-Defying Hair Repair Shampoo rather than the one you pick up in your local drugstore.
The lush hydrating shampoo, made with soothing cucumber and marigold extracts gently removes impurities and brings definition to your locks, while protecting your hair color.
The result is hair that is hydrated, vibrant and frizz-free.
Summer Hair Care Tip #4 – Air dry
Another tip for smooth, luscious locks all summer long is to skip the hair dryer and heat-styling tools and instead go beautifully natural.
While your hair is still damp, smooth through our Leave-In Provitamins Hair Hydrating Therapy, with its smoothing proteins and conditioners that help prevent hair breakage, while sealing the cuticle and controlling frizz. Simply allow to air dry or style in a loose braid and love your summer look.
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Spring is here and it’s time to say goodbye to dry winter skin, and hello to a radiant glow. And one of the most delicious ways to do that is by tossing in some of our favorite glow-getting ingredients into your morning smoothie.
That’s why we’ve put together six of our favorite smoothing recipes you can use to support gorgeous, clear, healthy skin.
]]>Spring is here and it’s time to say goodbye to dry winter skin, and hello to a radiant glow. And one of the most delicious ways to do that is by tossing in some of our favorite glow-getting ingredients into your morning smoothie.
That’s why we’ve put together six of our favorite smoothing recipes you can use to support gorgeous, clear, healthy skin.
#1 – Kale, spinach and raspberry glow it up smoothie
This smoothie combines hydration with huge amounts of skin-loving vitamins and antioxidants to start your day and your skin off right.
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#2 – Green beauty smoothie
A sweet treat as the weather heats up, this smoothie not only helps to smooth wrinkles, its ingredients also moisturize your skin from the inside out.
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#3 – Citrus radiance smoothie
This smoothie puts the power of vitamin C to work for your skin to repair damage, boost collagen production, firm and lift and brighten tone.
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#4 – Can’t be “beet” skin smoothie
The beets found in this smoothie deliver a rich dose of folate to boost skin cell turnover, while its fiber punch helps to ward off breakouts.
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#5 – Skin bliss berry smoothie
Deeply hydrating and rich in potent antioxidants from pomegranate and blueberries, this purple smoothie will have you loving its taste and your complexion.
#6 – Golden glow smoothie
The natural anti-inflammatories in this smoothie are what give its skin-beautifying power. As an added bonus, its ingredients help support balanced hormones for a clearly beautiful complexion.
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More smoothie options for gorgeous skin
To amp up your spring glow even more, you can also add the following ingredients to any of your smoothies:
These smoothies will keep your skin and your days glowing all through spring and into summer.
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]]>Spring is just around the corner. So why not get a jump on your skincare to reveal gorgeously smooth skin and a radiant glow?
Well, we’ve got you covered.
With the tips below, you can perfectly transition your skincare, prepare your skin for the warmer months ahead with a complete reset and start spring right in 2022.
Spring Skincare Tip #1 – Go for a peel to brighten and refresh
The harsh winter months can leave your complexion tired and dull. That’s why the first step to beautiful skin for spring is incorporating a gentle peel into your skincare routine, like our Miracles & More 3-in-1 Gentle Mint Face Exfoliate.
Infused with salicylic acid, the doesn’t just soften your skin, it whisks away dead skin cells that dull your complexion, while deep cleansing your pores, leaving them tighter and your skin firmed and lifted. As an added bonus, it can also be used as a mask to deeply hydrate your skin and establish a balance between oils and moisture.
You can put it to work once a day to unveil a brighter, fresher and more radiant looking complexion.
Spring Skincare Tip #2 – Get glowing with a sheet mask
When your skin’s in need of a significant boost, it’s time to reach for our Glow Up Face Sheet Mask for Dry Skin. Unlike other sheet masks on the market, ours features a unique Biomass Graphene film cloth, which is not only soft and breathable for the skin, but also allows the proper penetration of the high frequency treatment into your skin more efficiently.
This new Nobel Prize winning technology is capable of releasing far infrared, magnetic field and negative ions to promote skin cell metabolism, calms and purify the skin and scavenge the free radicals that cause premature aging.
The result?
Glowing, moisturized, revitalized skin!
Simply apply the mask to clean dry skin and relax. When it’s time to remove, massage any remaining liquid into your skin to get all of the benefits of its potent actives, including MSM, Organic Rooibos Leaf Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Organic Green and White Tea Leaf Extracts, and Organic White Willow Bark Extract.
Spring Skincare Tip #3 – Hydrate with a lightweight cream
Finally, when spring starts, it’s time to think light!
Save your heavier weight moisturizer for nighttime use and switch your day cream to a lightweight moisturizer that still packs a punch.
For this, we recommend our Miracles & More Brightening Day Protection Cream with SPF 50.
This lightweight daily moisturizer offers broad spectrum protection against damage from UVA and UVB exposure.
And its unique Clarity Complex is a blend of science and nature that effectively helps restore your skin’s luminosity and shelters it from future damage.
Bonus Tip**
Plus, we have one more tip for you that you won’t want to miss if you truly want to get glowing for spring!
And it’s all wrapped up in our brand new Miracles & More Glow It Up Serum!
This advanced serum is the ultimate combatant to fight uneven skin tone, correct skin discoloration caused by UV damage and sun exposure, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melasma. Delivering special exfoliators, including Multifruit BSC Extract and Lactic Acid, it helps accelerate skin cell production and renewal for quicker and long-lasting results and an infinitely radiant complexion.
So glow baby, glow!
And have a miraculously beautiful spring.
]]>So how can you brighten skin without the risk of hydroquinone?
]]>So how can you brighten skin without the risk of hydroquinone?
Luckily, the answer is easy.
#1 – Arbutin
A skin-brightening agent from the leaves of several plants including bearberry, blueberry, cranberry and pear trees, arbutin works much the same way as hydroquinone without its negatives.
Arbutin inhibits an enzyme found in melanocytes known as tyrosinase, effectively turning down melanin production.
#2 – Licorice
Like arbutin, licorice root can helps to combat excess melanin production by inhibiting tyrosinase. But it also shines in reducing skin sensitivities that damage tone, including rosacea. And its rich levels of antioxidants work to roll back free radical damage that leads to uneven tone and dark spots.
#3 - Azelaic Acid
This dicarboxylic acid isn’t just a powerful skin brightener, it offers anti-redness properties that leave skin even and radiant. Derived from yeast, wheat, rye and barley, the acid was originally used to combat acne when its lightening abilities were discovered.
The acid is keratolytic, capable of whisking away dead surface cells and targets the root causes of hyperpigmentation.
#5 - Vitamin C
For infinite radiance, the powerful antioxidants in vitamin C simply can’t be beat.
Vitamin C works to reverse the damaging effects of free radicals caused by exposure to environmental toxins such as UV rays and pollutants. It also inhibits the production of melanin in your skin, while boosting collagen production.
In other words, vitamin C is a triple-threat powerhouse that delivers healthier, brighter, more lifted skin.
Four skincare powerhouses, one simple formula
That’s why at Miracles & More, we’ve included all four of these powerful lightening and brightening agents in our Glow It Up Clear Skin Serum.
This potent hydroquinone-free formula prevents and corrects skin discoloration caused by UV damage and sun exposure, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and melisma, without inflaming or drying your skin.
Infused with special exfoliators, including lactic acid, the serum help speed skin cell renewal while CoQ10 energizes skin form deep within.
The result?
Bright, beautiful skin with an even, radiant tone.
Now you don’t have to worry about turning to the potentially toxic dangers of hydroquinone to get the skin you want. Grab your glow the safe and natural way.
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]]>2022 is here, so before you jump on a Zoom call, why not freshen up your look and start out the year right? We’ve got 5 simple tips to look your best for every conference call, so that you can truly shine.
]]>#1 - Amp the hydration
Winter weather can mean dry, chapped, irritated looking skin. And when the heater kicks on, that dryness only gets worse. That dryness can cause your makeup to settle into fine lines and leave your skin looking flaky and add years to your true age.
That’s why you should always start every look by adding back some of that lost moisture. WE recommend applying our Miracles & More Hydrating Mango Face Cream to take care of any dry flaky areas before you jump on a Zoom call. As an added bonus, the silky cream doesn’t just moisturize your skin, it creates a perfect base for applying the rest of your cosmetics.
However, if you suffer from extreme dry skin, go for our Hyaluronic Acid Moisturizer to draw hydration deep into skin cells and plump and soften skin from within.
#2 - Give yourself a color pop
Because the camera on your computer, tablet or phone can wash you out, adding a wash of color is a don’t miss step to help you look awake, refreshed and ready to handle anything your meeting can throw at you.
To create a wide-awake, sun-kissed look, grab our Miracles & More Multi-Tasking 2 in 1 Blush & Shadow in Clove or Mallcat, using generous sweeps of their earthy hues for a matte, monochromatic look that takes the guesswork out of your cosmetics.
Sweep onto the apples of your cheeks, just above the crease of your eyelid and apply lightly across your forehead.
#3 – Add a little shimmer
Next, it’s important to remember that a glow is important to keeping you look naturally amazing on camera. And the easiest way to add a subtle radiance is to sparkle with our Miracles & More Glowing Highlighter in Paradise.
Like sparkling champagne-sands this creamy highlighter can be applied to your eyelids, the inner corners of your eyes and your cheekbones for added radiance that brings your favorite features.
#4 – Lengthen and build
Looking put together on professional on camera is simple when you add in long, full, beautiful lashes. For this, we recommend two coats of our Miracles & More Curl & Long Lashes Mascara to make your eyes pop.
Formulated with Vitamin A, E and C, along with Panthenol, Aloe Vera, Chamomile and Ginseng, the creamy, water resistant mascara provides extreme long lashes up to 60%, while moisturizing, strengthening and nourishing your lashes.
# 5 – Go glossy
Finally, complete your 2022 Zoom look by adding a smooth swipe of our Miracles & More Naturally Volumizing Lip Gloss enriched with antioxidants Vitamin E and Vanillin Extract to your lips.
Whether you choose the dusky rose color of Embrace, the soft pink of Nearly Naked or any of our other specially curated shades, the natural-looking color and subtle, sophisticated shine will ensure all eyes are on you during your Zoom call.
Have a Miraculous New Year from all of us at Miracles & More!
]]>Soft, smooth, sexy lips are a must this holiday season. After all, we all want to show off gorgeous lips in all of the best holiday shades, like those deep magentas and rockin’ reds. But the only way to do that is if you pout looks it best when all eyes are on you.
Luckily, turning dry, chapped, flaking lips into something to sing about is easy when you follow these three simple steps each day.
]]>Luckily, turning dry, chapped, flaking lips into something to sing about is easy when you follow these three simple steps each day.
#1 – Gently exfoliate
Exfoliation isn’t just for your face, it’s also vital for perfecting the delicate skin of your lips.
While many of us only consider coating our lips in moisture, the truth is that the moisture you slather on will have a much more difficult time penetrating and doing its work with too much dead skin in its way.
That’s why the first step to truly beautiful lips is to revitalize them with an exfoliator designed specifically to bring out their best.
And at Miracles & More, our new Lip Scrub Refresh was formulated to do just that!
Enriched with shea butter, avocado, vitamin E and jojoba, this minty scrub gently buffs away dead surface cells to condition and help smooth dry, flaky lips. Each use reveals new fresh layers, making your lips infinitely softer, smoother, and yes, kissable!
It also works to help keep your lips moist longer and creates a dramatically smoother surface for your lipstick or gloss for long-lasting wear.
#2 – Balm it up
After exfoliation is the perfect time to add more hydration to lips.
And the best way to do that is with a natural lip balm.
A balm works to prevent dryness and chapping, while helping your lips retain the moisture that keeps them plump, guards them against external stressors and gives them a delicate gloss . Since your lips are extremely delicate, with skin that is thinner than the rest of your face, balms are extremely important.
Our favorite balm is Miracles & More Lip Balm Treatment which is infused with rich levels of jojoba seed and avocado oils, along with shea butter and vitamin E.
Simply spread the balm by drawing in your lips and gently rub your lips together. Just be sure to apply prior to your lipstick or gloss and allow it to settle down on your skin.
#3 – Add color
Finally, choose the lipstick or gloss that’s right for you and sweep on.
We recommend choosing a formula that is enriched with hydrating and protective ingredients in order to guard your lips against the cool, dry air this season.
Our creamy, delicious, long wearing lipsticks contain vitamin E and a touch of natural extract of vanillin to soothe and heal your lips.
Take your pick from Hi-gloss, Cream, Pearl and ultimate long-wear matte.
And for lips that are perfectly gorgeous for the holidays, don’t forget to go bold with a color like Russian!
Beautiful lips, beautiful you
So love your lips this holiday season.
With a smooth, sexy pout, all heads will definitely turn your way when you walk in the door.
]]>Here are the top tips to take care of yourself during this time…
]]>Here are the top tips to take care of yourself during this time…
#1 – Take a walk
One of the best things about fall is the beautiful weather and gorgeous changing leaves. So why not get out in nature more often to enjoy the crisp air and the beautiful fall hues? As an added bonus, the sunlight you get helps to regulate your body clock, so that you can rest well when your head hits the pillow each night.
#2 – Find your confidence
Even though it can be tempting for those of us working from home to stay in our pajamas as the weather gets cooler, dressing up is a great way to practice self-care and feel confident and attractive.
This can mean buying that new outfit you saw online, investing in new cosmetics that lift your look and your spirits, or simply popping on a pair of dangly earrings.
#3 – Relax in a bath
There might be no better way to leave the cares of the day behind than relaxing in a warm bath before bedtime. To truly create a spa-like experience, light some of your favorite candles and add a few drops of an essential oil, mixed with a carrier (like almond oil), to let the scent carry you away.
Perfect fall oils to try include Clove, Sweet Orange, Balsam, Rosemary and Lavender.
#4 – Enjoy a warm drink
Oh fall and the pumpkin spice lattes and apple cider you bring! To care for yourself, simply sit back, enjoy a warm drink and relax in the cozy scent of fall on the air.
#5 – Eat well
Fall has so many delicious fruits and vegetables that every day can be a baking day. Fruits and veggies that make autumn so perfect:
For natural sweetness, try adding maple syrup to your baking plans.
#6 – Practice skincare
Skincare might be one of the easiest and best ways to practice self-care. Try an exfoliating mask to whisk away dead surface cells and reveal glowing skin and follow with a rich moisturizing cream to lock in hydration. And with the cold air on the way, don’t forget to care for your body, especially the delicate skin of your hands with an Intense Body Soufflé to protect and nourish your skin from head to toe.
Happy fall!
Self-care can be anything you want. The point is to simply take the time for yourself that you need to recharge and enjoy the season.
]]>While it may seem easy, the truth is that small changes in the way you whisk that blusher on can help bring out the best of your beauty.
And choosing the right shade can also make a big difference in whether you appear to have a natural glow.
Here’s everything you need to know about blush.
]]>While it may seem easy, the truth is that small changes in the way you whisk that blusher on can help bring out the best of your beauty.
And choosing the right shade can also make a big difference in whether you appear to have a natural glow.
Here’s everything you need to know about blush.
Prep work
First, it’s important to remember that your skin is the canvas for your makeup and it needs to be prepped before you apply.
Choosing the right shade
In order to choose a blush shade that flattering, be sure to consider your skin tone.
For a light skin tone, go with a pale pink or peach shade of blush. Medium skin tones mean that deeper shades like a deep rose is a must. If you have dark or olive toned skin, a bronze blush will bring out your natural beauty.
Where to apply you blush
Where to sweep on your blush depends on the shape of your face. While a good rule of thumb is to apply your blush to the apples of your cheeks, your face shape requires small changes in that application that make a big difference in bringing out your best features, as well as camouflaging others.
For a heart-shaped face
If you have a heart-shaped face with a narrow chin and a wider forehead, blush should be applied in a C-shape from slightly below the apples of your cheeks to the beginning of your temples.
For a round face
If you have softer, more rounded chin and cheeks, begin your blush application right at the lower portion of the apples of your cheeks and sweep out to temples.
For an oval face
Start in the middle of your cheek and sweep down toward your earlobes and then up to your temples to support the illusion of width.
Blush a little
When you not the secret to perfect application, blush can become your secret weapon to flatter your features and take your natural beauty to the next level.
Use the tips above and grab your perfect shade from our collection of highly pigmented Miracles & More blushers.
Be you. Be miraculous.
]]>That’s why we’ve put together smart curl care tips that can help you transform your hair.
]]>That’s why we’ve put together smart curl care tips that can help you transform your hair.
It might seem strange, but applying conditioner prior to washing your hair is a great first step. Before your bath or shower, simply run your favorite conditioner through your strands and let sit for 20 minutes.
This allows the moisturizers in your product to go to work to detangle your hair, boost hydration, and prep your locks for the next steps. It can also make detangling post-shower a breeze.
Because curly hair has a tendency to be dry, it shouldn’t be washed as often its straight or wavy counterparts. While you should only shampoo two to three times a week, you can apply conditioner every time you shower.
When you do shampoo, be sure to stick with a product that is not only gentle but hydrating to help repair damaged hair shafts. Choosing a shampoo enriched with avocado oil to moisturize and calm frizz, plus botanical extracts of grapefruit and cucumber to bring definition to curls is the perfect way to keep your naturally curly hair at its best.
While a hot shower might seem super luxurious, it can also be damaging to your hair. Instead, turn the temperature down and use lukewarm or cold water to close hair cuticles and combat frizz.
After shampooing, treat your hair with a deep conditioner. To rejuvenate those curly locks, create vibrancy and restore essential hydration, look for a blend infused with Ginseng, Bamboo and Coconut Oil. As an added bonus, a conditioning treatment that is enhanced with caffeine works to promote circulation and stimulate the scalp to promote healthier hair.
Work the treatment through your hair in sections, hair paying special attention to ends and leave on 1 to 2 minutes. You can also place your hair in a plastic cap or under dryer for maximum benefits.
If your hair is especially dry, you can also use a leave-in treatment to keep hair conditioned all day. Look for a treatment that delivers ProVitamin B5 to repair damaged hair and seal split ends in just few seconds, as well as proteins and conditioning oils to help prevent hair breakage and seal the cuticle.
Define your curls, without leaving them crunchy by using a gel cream with zero alcohol. We prefer a cream infused with jojoba along with sunflower seed extract to amplify and separate curls while adding a stunning shine and a radiant, touchable finish.
Follow these hair care tips and you’ll see the miraculously beautiful, sleek, defined curls you’ve been dreaming of.
]]>Here are some creative suggestions straight from our Miracles & More fans.
They’re creative, simple and totally effective. And we hope you love them as much as we do!
]]>Here are some creative suggestions straight from our Miracles & More fans.
They’re creative, simple and totally effective. And we hope you love them as much as we do!
Tip 1: Reduce Redness
If you’re eyes look a bit red and puffy when you wake each morning, why not swipe our Glowing Highlighter across your lids?
Its light shimmer not only evens out and diminishes that redness, it creates a great base if you plan to add shadow. And if you’re going natural, you’ll glow with no need to apply any makeup on top.
Tip 2: Calm Skin
If you have sensitive, irritated skin or skin that’s prone to redness and overheating in the summer months, simply store your favorite moisturizer – like our Hydrating Mango Face Cream or Collagen Plus Anti-Aging Moisturizer – in the refrigerator.
Each time you apply, it will deliver an incredible cooling sensation that calms and soothes your skin and gives you a spa-like feeling.
Tip 3: Clear Stuck On Makeup
If your face feels sticky and just plain gross after a long day in the heat – that type of feeling where your makeup and skin oils feel glued to your face – it’s time to switch up your cleansing routine.
Go for a creamy option, like our Botanical Cleansing Lotion infused with Sugar Beets, to deep cleanse those pores, whisk away dirt, grime, makeup and other buildup and fight off the free radical damage that comes with a day in the sun.
Tip 4: Banish Dry Skin
Let’s face it, the skin of your face isn’t the only place you can end up with that ashy, dryness that makes you look older than your years.
That’s why our 3-in-1 Exfoliator can work anywhere on your body to gently lift away the dry, dead surface cells of your face, knees, elbows, hands and more to reduce the look of fine lines and allow your moisturize to penetrate and hydrate more deeply.
Tip 5: Do Double Duty
Makeup can seem overwhelming with the seemingly infinite number of products available.
That’s why we created our Multi-Tasking 2-in-1 Blush & Shadow to do double duty.
Sweep on your cheeks for a soft blush and apply to lids for the monochromatic look that is on all the magazine covers right now.
Tip 6: Brighten Up
Finally, if you want look awake and wide-eyed, try dabbing our Glowing Highlighter at the inside corners of your eyes. This adds radiance and luminosity that lifts your look even on your most tired mornings.
Enjoy these amazing tips from Miracles & More fans like you. And get out there and have a miraculous summer!
]]>But the truth is that there’s one part of your body that gets just as much UV exposure and is often the first to show signs of premature aging…
Your hands!
That’s why it’s time to care for the skin on your hands (and guard against the visible signs of aging) in three easy steps.
]]>When it comes to summer skincare, most of us are all about the face.
But the truth is that there’s one part of your body that gets just as much UV exposure and is often the first to show signs of premature aging…
Your hands!
That’s why it’s time to care for the skin on your hands (and guard against the visible signs of aging) in three easy steps.
#1 – Exfoliate to reveal youthful skin
Just like your face, your hands can begin to look dull and dry with a multitude of fine lines thanks to a buildup of dead surface cells. That’s why we recommend exfoliating twice a week with our Exfoliate Mask and Peel.
It not only softly whisks away those dead skin cells, but also deep cleans your pores to eliminate skin sagging, so that your hands look youthfully plumped and firmed.
#2 – Care for your cuticles
To keep your hands at their best cuticle care is a must. After all, nothing says “I’ve forgotten my hands” like dry, ragged cuticles.
Our fave for perfecting those cuticles?
Our Botanical Soothe Cuticle Protector!
Formulated with Aloe Leaf Juice plus Avocado Oil and Chamomile, the formula goes to work to moisturize and hydrate your cuticles to keep them smooth, soft and beautiful.
Also, remember to never cut your cuticles, since this can lead to infection. Instead, once they are soft, push them back using a metal cuticle pusher.
#3 – Go luxurious
Finally, be sure to moisturize your hands all over with a rich cream at least twice daily to nourish your hands, guard them against free radical damage, and turn back the clock on skin aging.
Our Luxurious Hands Nourishing Cream includes skincare powerhouses like Avocado Oil, Grape Seed Oil, Shea Butter, and Vitamins A, C, D and E for the ultimate in hydration plus antioxidant protection to keep your hands at their best in spite of the hot summer sun.
It’s also a great idea to moisturize each time you wash your hands, especially when using hot water since soap and water can actually be drying.
Bonus Tip #4 – Add some UV protection
And to grab some extra protection against UV exposure and age spots, add a quarter size of your favorite sunscreen before applying your hand cream. This helps block the UV rays that accelerate skin aging and guard against signs of aging, such as lines, sagging, and dark marks caused by the sun.
Show Some Skin
Simple, right?
It’s completely possible to have sexy, beautiful hands, even during the hottest summer months!
Remember, your hands are one of the first things people are going to notice about you and one of the first areas of your skin to show signs of aging.
This makes them a great place to help make a good first impression whether you’re hitting the beach or heading to work!
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With that in mind, we’ve put together your summer lip care regimen to keep your lips soft, supple and hydrated as the days heat up. And stay with us until the end when we reveal the four natural ingredients you can use to keep you lips at their best no matter what the season.
]]>With that in mind, we’ve put together your summer lip care regimen to keep your lips soft, supple and hydrated as the days heat up. And stay with us until the end when we reveal the four natural ingredients you can use to keep you lips at their best no matter what the season.
Step #1 - Drink Water
One of the most common signs of dehydration is dry, chapped lips. It’s your body’s way of telling you that you need more water!
To keep your lips, mouth, and body hydrated, you should focus on drinking at least eight 8-ounce glasses of water each and every day. Easy ways to hit this goal are:
#2 - Scrub It Up
For some of us, despite our best efforts to stay hydrated, dry, chapped skin will still build up on our fragile lips. Yet, you don’t have to live with that cracked look.
Instead, make your own natural lip scrub to whisk away the dead skin and encourage the growth of newer, healthier skin. A great way to do this is by combining olive oil with a half a teaspoon of sugar. Simply mix and apply to lips and then rinse away.
#3 – Try a Lip Mask
You’ve heard of using a mask for your face to leave your skin rejuvenated and refreshed, so why not use a mask for your lips as well?
For an easy, natural lip mask, combine one rip banana, a few drops of honey and a teaspoon of sour cream and mix. Apply for up to 10 minutes and rinse to reveal soft, hydrated lips.
Another excellent DIY lip mask can be made by muddling strawberry and kiwis together with a few drops of vitamin E. The rich levels of antioxidants, including vitamin C, in these two fruits go to work immediately to boost collagen production and cellular turnover to leave your lips refreshed and silky smooth.
#4 – Don’t Forget the Balm
Finally, with those hot summer days upon us, be sure to swipe on your favorite lip balm on a regular basis, at least once every hour to keep your lips richly moisturized.
So how do you choose the best balm for your lips?
Well, here’s the four natural ingredients that we’ve included in our brand new Lip Balm Treatment that you should be look for:
It’s specifically formulated to hydrate and smooth your lips for fun in the sun or a night on the town.
After all, miraculously beautiful lips are just a part of the miracle that is you!
]]>But there’s one makeup trick making the round that you may not have heard of…
]]>But there’s one makeup trick making the round that you may not have heard of…
The eye lift!
And all it takes is brown eye shadow and concealer.
What could be simpler?
Here’s how to fake an eyelift – no trip to the cosmetic surgeon required.
Step 1 – Conceal
To start, simply blend your concealer along your brown bone, including the inner corner of your eye. When you reach your eye’s outer corner, give a light flick upward.
To choose the perfect concealer, make sure to go with one that’s totally matte and has no shimmer. Our fave is our Miracles & More Liquid Collagen Enriched Concealer.
Expert tip:
Your concealer should be two shades lighter your skin tone – not too light or too dark.
Step 2 – Apply brown shadow
Once your concealer is in place, it’s time for the contour. We love a dark brown shadow like Toffee or Fixated for deep skin tones. Or go with Faith or Playboy for lighter tones.
You’ll first apply the shadow along your crease and then focus on creating a winged shape.
Step 3 – Blend, blend, blend
Now onto the most important step…
It’s time to blend away baby!
Using a brush blending at an upwards and outwards angle. This is what gives you that lifted effect you’re looking for.
Expert tip:
Don’t blend back toward your ear. Instead start with your brush at the outside corner of your eye and carefully blend up toward the edge of your eyebrow. It will open up your eyes, reshaping and redefining them.
And it’s absolutely perfect if you have saggy eyelids or eyes that are deep-set or hooded.
Step 4 – Mascara & Liner
Finally, apply a water-resistant mascara like Miracles & More Curl & Long Lashes Mascara that’s formulated to deliver extreme lashes up to 60% longer!
And don’t forget your liner.
We go with a simple mechanical eye pencil, perfect for smoky eyes with the same waterproof power of the mascara.
You’ve got the look!
Now, you’re all set.
Rock that eye lift and look your miraculous best. You deserve it!
]]>Self-care should be on your to-do list 365 days of the year. But it’s easy to fall behind on your me-time between work, kids, and day-to-day hassles. But with summer on its way, you might just have a chance to catch up on your self-care routine.
So with that in mind, we’ve here are eight of the best ways to keep yourself feeling your best through self-care.
#1 – Switch up your workout
With the icy winds of winter and the spring showers over, working out doesn’t have to mean staying inside. Why not switch up your workout and opt for a ride outside, rather than on your stationary bike? Or instead of jogging on the treadmill, why not hit your local park for a run?
Changing your exercise routine can help alleviate boredom, keep you inspired and bring burst of energy.
#2 – Soak in the rays
Vitamin D that your body makes in response to sunlight can help ease depression and elevate your mood. Start your day in the bright morning light to soak up those rays and amp up your D levels.
#3 – Plan a vacation
Whether or not you plan to actually leave your hometown doesn’t make a difference. Fitting in time for a relaxing vacation or staycation can re-energize you, body and mind.
#4 – Practice mindfulness
One of the easiest ways to reconnect with yourself is to practice mindfulness. Try meditation, do breathing exercises, or list 10 things you’re grateful for.
#5 – Give yourself a spa day at home
Choose your most amazing skincare and body care products and enjoy a spa day in the comfort of your own home.
Some of our faves are the Glow Up Face Sheet Mask with Graphene Quantum Infused Fabric that leaves your skin glowing and revitalized and Soothe Hand/Foot Cuticle Protector, which is perfect for an at-home mani/pedi.
#6 – Hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
Caring for yourself as the summer months approach also means focusing on hydration, especially as you start spending more time outside or doing physical activities.
Keep a glass of water next to you, a pitcher filled and ready in the refrigerator, and track your water intake.
To hydrate your skin, add in products that offer rich natural oils and hyaluronic acid.
#7 – Spark your creativity
Summer’s also a great time to try something new.
Take up painting inspired by nature, plant a garden full of beautiful flowering plants and vegetables, write the story that’s always been waiting to come out, or simply commit to taking more pictures every day.
There’s no end to ways to express your creativity.
#8 – Disconnect
Finally, consider disconnecting from the outside world for a few days, so that you can reconnect with you.
Turn off social media, unplug from the internet, and shut down your phone.
It’s self-care that comes with big benefits!
Do It for You
Just a reminder - self-care doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive and it’s never selfish to take time for you. So take time to care for yourself this summer and make it the best year ever.
]]>If you’re stressed, so is your skin. And it reacts with irritation, breakouts, and a dry, dull appearance.
But, you don’t have to let your inside stress show up on your outside.
Here are the four best self-care tips you can use to relax, nourish your skin and reveal the glowing, miraculously beautiful you that you want to be.
]]>From head to toe, your skin tells a story about what’s happening inside your body.
If you’re stressed, so is your skin. And it reacts with irritation, breakouts, and a dry, dull appearance.
But, you don’t have to let your inside stress show up on your outside.
Here are the four best self-care tips you can use to relax, nourish your skin and reveal the glowing, miraculously beautiful that you want to be.
#1 – Soak your cares away
Baths are an incredible way to relax and can bring big benefits to your skin when you do them right.
Instead of adding skin-drying bubble baths to your soak, instead choose one of our favorite options that love your skin:
Simply whisk in your favorite or combine for added enjoyment. Then sit back and relax.
#2 - Refresh and soothe
Once your skin is fresh and clean, rejuvenate and refresh with a soothing face mask.
Our after bath or shower choice is the Glow Up Face Sheet Mask made with Graphene Quantum Infused Fabric.
This next-generation sheet mask ensures the proper penetration of the high frequency treatment into the skin more efficiently.
And it utilizes Nobel Prize winning technology that can release far infrared, magnetic field and negative ions to:
It’s the perfect choice to give your skin that boost it needs after a long day at work, when you're tired, stressed or need a quick treatment before a night out.
Apply the mask and then lie down, relax and let it go to work.
#3 – Pamper your feet
Your feet work hard each and every day!
So don’t they deserve a little tender loving care?
To pamper, refresh and hydrate your feet, and banish dry, calloused skin, start with a soothing foot bath.
We recommend filling a deep bowl or foot basin with warm water and adding ½ cup of Epsom salt, along with your favorite essential oil. Great oils for a relaxing foot bath include chamomile, bergamot and spearmint.
Soak for at least 15 minutes, dry feet thoroughly and then apply a rich, luxurious moisturizer like Soothe Hand/Foot & Cuticle Protector.
Then slip on soft, silky socks and let its hydration go to work for you.
#4 – Hydrate from the inside out
Finally, don’t forget to hydrate your cells and getting healthy skin starting from the inside by drinking plenty of water.
We love to add a few squirts of electrolytes to each glass, plus a squeeze of lemon for a refreshing, spa-like drink that keeps your skin looking clear, plump and glowing.
Other drinks to include in your daily life that love your skin are coconut water or milk, green tea and cocoa which are packed with flavor, along with skin-healthy antioxidants.
Remember, your skin is only a reflection of your mental and physical health. So be good to your body inside and out!
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Whether you’re 20 or 60, one of the most important parts of your skincare routine is serums.
In fact, the loving care serums deliver makes them a must for your skin at every age.
But many women neglect these concentrated skin cocktails either because they don’t understand their benefits or don’t know how to use them.
That’s why we’ve got everything you need to know about why your skin needs serums and how to incorporate them into your daily routine.
Without hydration, skin loses its luster and youthful plumpness and becomes dull, dry and sagging.
Serums with ingredients like hyaluronic acid not only add necessary moisture back to dehydrated skin cells, they also lock in that moisture deep down to revitalize skin and rejuvenate the complexion.
To keep your skin smooth, soft and glowing, we recommend supplementing your skin’s natural hydration with our Miracles & More Moisture Rejuvenating Serum.
Infused with hyaluronic acid in the form of hyaluronate, it goes to work to plump aging skin cells from within, thanks to its ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water.
As you age, the collagen production in your skin decreases dramatically. Over time, the loss of this skin-supporting protein reduces your skin’s elasticity and causes your skin to become thin and fine lines to form.
Using a daily serum like our Moisture Rejuvenating Serumsupports collagen production to combat that loss.
Its proprietary peptide complex plus Vitamins E and C help rejuvenate youthful collagen levels to firm and lift skin and keep it full and plump.
Another reason that serums are a must to help your skin look and feel its best is the ultra-concentrated power they deliver all wrapped up in a small package.
Just a few drops of our Moisture Rejuvenating Serum is all it takes to infuse even the deepest layers of your skin with its peptides, vitamins, antioxidants and hydrators.
And applying a serum is a great way to prime your skin and get it ready for makeup.
The intense moisturizing power of the serum helps prevent your powders, blushes and foundation from settling into fine lines and illuminating skin texture problems.
Our Moisture Rejuvenation Serum absorbs quickly, makes it easier to apply and blend your makeup, and helps you achieve a dewy glow.
Serums are also easy to use. Just use a few drops of our Moisture Rejuvenation Serum morning and night after cleansing and toning your skin to ensure its penetrate deep and go to work to give you the gorgeous, healthy, radiant skin you want.
So serum up! Your skin will thank you.
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Here are your tips for which products you should be putting on your complexion so that you can refresh your routine.
#1 – A light moisturizer
With winter gone, the need for a thick, heavy moisturizer is a thing of the past (at least for now). The keyword for hydration when it comes to spring and summer is lightweight. That’s because as the temperatures heat up and the humidity rises, your skin produces more oil, oil that you no longer need in your creams.
Our spring and summer moisturizer fave is the Miracles & More Hydrating Mango Face Cream.
It’s infused with hyaluronic acid, so you still get all the hydration you need, yet is lightweight, going on like silk to keep your skin moisturized, without feeling greasy.
#2 – UV protection
Although protection against the UVA and UVB rays from the sun is important year-round, because of the extra time you’re likely to spend outdoors in the coming months, it’s especially important to check your SPF choice.
The lowest you should go is an SPF 20, but higher is better. And be sure to reapply throughout the day, especially if you find yourself sweating.
#3 – Gentle exfoliator
Some find themselves forced to stop exfoliating during the dry winter months, when their skin becomes cracked and irritated. If you’re one of them, it’s time to add back your exfoliator to keep your complexion fresh and glowing in the glowing spring sun.
But remember, when it comes to refining your skin, gentle is best.
That’s why we love our 3-in-1 Exfoliate that not only softly whisks away dead skin cells that dull your complexion, but also deep cleans your pores, leaving them tighter and your skin firmed and lifted.
It’s springtime rejuvenation, without irritation.
#4 – Antioxidant power
The increased exposure to the sun’s rays, as well as outdoor pollution, that accompany the spring and summer months also mean more free radical damage for your skin.
That’s why we like to up our antioxidant power when winter ends by misting on our Botanical Firming Toner throughout the day.
Enhanced with antioxidants from Japanese green tea, plus grapefruit seed extract, aloe vera, chamomile flower extract, and cucumber extract, it’s perfect both before makeup, and any time you need a fresh burst to keep your day and your skin at its best.
#5 – Water-based serum
If you’re using an oil-based serum, spring is the time to think water!
A lighter serum, that still offers the potent skin loving effects of peptides, aloe and cucumber fruit, like our Face & Eye Firming Serum, delivers the plumping action you want for a lifted, youthful look, without feeling heavy or clogging your pores.
With these tips, you can revamp your skincare routine and keep your glow on as the gorgeous weather comes on!
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From lotions and potions to serums, exfoliators, mud masks and more, trying to figure out what’s best for your skin and your budget can be a challenge.
And that’s before you consider how many products you’ve probably stacked up around every square inch of your bathroom.
That’s why with Spring on the way, it’s time to look at things differently and get serious about pruning down the number of products you have to what you actually need and use, purging the ones that don’t make the cut and revamping your skincare routine for the better.
Here are the four big changes you can make right now to simplify and streamline your regimen and get miraculously beautiful skin in 2021.
Looking Your Best in 2021
#1 – Stick to the products you love and use
If the number and variety of your product options has become overwhelming to say the least and you’ve found that your skincare haul has spiraled beyond all control, you’re going to love this step.
First, pull out everything you have – all of those serums, every moisturizer, the myriad masks – and get them all where you can see them. This includes the products hiding at the back of your makeup drawer.
Now, sort them into categories, with your toners here, your eye creams grouped there and so on.
Finally, be honest with yourself. Ask yourself how long you’ve had each one (remember skincare does have a shelf life!), do you actually use it, and if so, how does it make your skin feel (if you don’t love your skin after use, what’s the point?).
Only keep the ones that you love and use every day. Everything else goes to make rooms for products that will bring joy to your life and your skin.
#2 – Mornings are for moisture
The next big change that will net you beautiful skin over the next months is to think of moisture when you think of starting your mornings.
Too many of us, use harsh scrubs, peels or even cleansers on our skin before we even leave the house, hoping for that radiant glow. But instead we end up with an itchy, irritated, inflamed complexion.
Instead, start your day with a hydrating lotion cleanser to whisk away the oils that accumulate as you sleep, while still preserving your skin’s natural barrier. For mornings, we recommend our Botanical Cleansing Lotion crafted from coconut and sugar beets is infused with skin-soothing chamomile, cucumber, and Aloe Vera along with Japanese green tea to combat the free radical damage that can accelerate skin-aging.
Be sure to follow with a gentle, alcohol-free toner to rejuvenate the skin, tighten pores, and help promote skin firmness.
#3 - Choose wrinkle-fighting products that really work
One of the hardest parts of any skincare routine is to find products that truly work to smooth out those fine lines and wrinkles that creep in with age. Instead of grabbing onto the latest trends, we recommend sticking to the two ingredients that time and time again have been shown to deliver transformative results: hyaluronic acid and peptides.
When combined, hyaluronate goes to work to plump aging skin cells from within, thanks to its ability to hold up to 1,000 times its weight in water, while the peptides work to restore skin elasticity for an instant lift.
And the most effective way to grab the benefits of hyaluronic acid plus peptides is through a serum. That’s because of all steps in your beauty routine, your serum penetrates the deepest in order to deliver real, visible results.
That’s why hyaluronic and peptides are the two feature ingredients in our cult-fave Moisture Rejuvenation Serum.
#4 – Care for your skin all over
Finally, don’t expect to get gorgeous skin by only focusing on your face. Instead, pay attention to your whole body. You’ll swear by our Shea Body Butter formulated with natural seed oils plus Chamomile flower extract to provide the rich, natural fats your skin needs to stay hydrated and firm.
For soft, silky smooth hands and feet, try our Soothe Hand/Foot/Cuticle Protector crafted to revive even the driest of skin.
A new you in 2022
Embrace these four steps to revamp your skincare routine and you could be looking at a whole new, miraculously beautiful you by the time 2022 rolls around!
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In fact, one of our favorite things about February 14th is it’s about luxury!
So instead of stressing out about plans and presents, why not treat yourself from head to toe with a super luxurious and cozy spa night at home?
And here are the best gifts you can give yourself in order to do just that…
To start your spa night right, you have to begin with a clean palette.
That’s why we love using our Young & Pure Botanical Cleansing Lotion. This milky lotion face cleanser is crafted from coconut and sugar beets and then infused with skin-soothing chamomile, cucumber, and Aloe Vera along with Japanese green tea.
It’s the perfect way to open and deeply cleanse your pores while deliver free radical combating antioxidants directly to your skin’s surface.
Once your skin is perfectly cleansed, it’s time to whisk away the dead surface cells, so that your fresh, youthful best can shine through.
We recommend a gentle exfoliator, like our Exfoliator 3 in 1 that offers triple action skincare.
Crafted using only natural ingredients like sugar cane, it gently sweeps away the dead layer of cells while soothing and hydrating with apricot oils, aloe, green tea and seaweed. It acts as a deep down cleanser to banish those blackheads, exfoliates and peels the skin and establishes a balance between oils and moisture to tighten enlarged pores.
And remember, your hands will show signs of aging and dryness first, so while exfoliator your face is important, don’t miss whisking your formula across the backs of your hands as well.
For pure and complete luxury, follow your exfoliating routine with a mask made from pure Arctic mineral mud.
Uniquely toning this mask not only detoxifies skin, leaving it silky smooth and supple, it also firms sagging cheeks and jawline and lifts away impurities after just one application.
Now it’s time to richly hydrate your face and infuse it with moisture. And our fave is our Hydrating Mango Face Cream.
The scent alone lets you drift away to your favorite spa as its natural blend of 5 oils and exotic Mango and Shea Butter increase skin elasticity and ease dryness.
It’s pure, velvety indulgence!
Of course, when you’re indulging your face, you don’t want to leave out the rest of your body!
That’s why we love a rich and creamy, simply gorgeous body butter featuring Shea Body Butter plus Chamomile flower extract to provide the rich, natural fats your skin needs to stay hydrated and firm.
It goes on thick and then melts into your skin, so that you feel beautifully moisturized and cared for.
Finally, coat your hands in the ultimate in hydration and nourishment using a hand cream formulated using botanical oils, including avocado and grape seed, plus rich and creamy Shea butter and skin-loving vitamins.
After all, if your eyes are the windows to your soul, your hands are the windows that reveal your age.
Have a Miraculous Valentine’s Day!
Most of all, we wish you a wonderful, special and safe Valentine’s from all of us here at Miracles & More!
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