Enter to win! 60 Day Brightening Challenge from Equitance!

July 12, 2015

Equitance™, the holistic Japanese brightening skincare line backed with over 18 years of research, recently conducted a clinical study to evaluate the brightening benefits of the product. Research confirmed that after 60 days, participants saw brighter skin. As a result of the 60 day study, Equitance is excited to unveil its 60 Day Brightening Challenge to encourage people to experience the brightening power of the Equitance Skin Radiance Dietary Supplement.

Why 60 days? The clinical study results, released in June, showed that 100% of subjects reported an improvement in the brightness of their skin after just 60 days, measured through dermatologist grading. Equitance can now confidently claim that the Equitance Skin Radiance Dietary Supplement can help build the brightening foundation within skin after only 60 days. In contrast to topical skincare products, supplement effectiveness is often difficult to assess. However, through objective evaluation by dermatologists, the clinical study showed the Equitance Skin Radiance Dietary Supplement to be successful in the reduction of the appearance of dark spots, resulting in brighter and more even skin tone in just 60 days.

What is the 60 Day Brightening Challenge? Beginning on July 1, 2015, Equitance is going to offer a free three-day trial of the Skin Radiance Dietary Supplement and a coupon for 50% off 2 full size bottles of Dietary Supplements* (*Retail value $100, 30 day supply x2) to people who sign up for the challenge on the brand’s exclusive landing page. Equitance encourages consumers to take the 60 Day Brightening Challenge to reveal what kind of impact it can have on their skin.

How to Enter:

60 Day Brightening Challenge content will be live on a dedicated landing page at: http://www.equitance-us.com/60-Day-Challenge
Sign up for the challenge on the landing page by entering your information. Then you will receive a FREE three day supply of Equitance Skin Radiance Dietary Supplement and a coupon for 50% off 2 full size bottles of Dietary Supplements*.
Content will also be shared socially across the Equitance Twitter(@equitanceUSA) and Facebook(EQUITANCE) platforms.
Share your progress at Day 1 and 60 of the challenge on Equitance Twitter (@equitanceUSA) or Facebook (Equitance) using #60DaysToRadiance.
The challenge has a “100% satisfaction guarantee” and if you are not completely satisfied with Skin Radiance Dietary Supplements, Equitance will offer a full refund within 60 days of your purchase. (Purchases made with 60 Day Brightening Challenge promo code only.)

Equitance Skin Radiance Dietary Supplement

Equitance Skin Radiance Dietary Supplement was designed not only to satisfy the body’s need for nutrition, but also to help skin achieve a natural glow. It provides vitamins and a proprietary blend of key ingredients such as Eggshell membrane powder, Grape seed extract, Yucca extract, and Hesperidin.

About Equitance

In Japan, clear, bright and luminous skin has been prized for centuries. Japanese women take a more holistic approach called “Bihada,” building on the Japanese belief that beautiful skin comes from skincare and the way a woman simply cares for herself – from what she eats and how she treats her body to how she cares for her skin. Founded in Japan, Equitance, a unique Sunstar brand, captures the essence of this approach with an integrated skin care line that was 18 years in the making. Sunstar was founded in Japan in 1932 and has established a global headquarters organization in Switzerland that serves Oral Care and Health & Beauty care professionals and consumers in 90 countries around the world.

Equitance products are available for purchase on Equitance-us.com where you can find information about the brand’s approach to beauty, including historical facts from Japanese heritage and culture. Also, become a fan of Equitance on Facebook, follow Equitance on Twitter @equitanceUSA, and Google+ Equitance USA for tips on discovering your path to inner health and radiant beauty using an alternative beauty regimen.

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Perfume Crush! Krigler Juicy Jasmine 30

July 6, 2015

Krigler Juicy Jasmine 30: Bursting with the delicate fragrance of Jasmine, this natural and fresh scent captures the feel of Cote d’Azur from Grasse, France . A bouquet of Hyacinth and fruity Orange Blossom combines with exotic Lily of the Valley and tropical Ylang-Ylang for an energetic and sparkling feel, while rich Gaiac Wood and Almond perfectly balance the fragrance. Made from the purest Jasmine flowers, this exquisite scent is spontaneous and delightful (Krigler.com, $320).

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Your Body Clock Effects Eveything: WhatYou Need to Know Now

July 1, 2015

Even when we’re not at work we’re on the clock–a biological one that is. Feeling bloated? Chronically fatigued? Messing up one of your “body clocks” is like a violinist playing a different tune than the rest of the orchestra—disastrous to the overall performance, and in the body it’s disastrous to long-term health.

In their new book, Strong Medicine (DragonDoor Publications, April 2015) Dr. Chris Hardy, D.O. and Marty Gallagher break down our body’s “master clock” to explain which parts are working to their maximum degree at which times in the day.

Where exactly are our master clocks are ticking from?

A master clock resides deep inside the brain. It governs cycles of sleeping, waking, eating, fasting, body temperature, and controls the ebb and flow of the various hormones that control our metabolism. This clock is not constructed of metallic gears, it is a molecular clock made of genes and protein located within specific nerve cells of the hypothalamus. Recall that the hypothalamus is the control center of the brain that responds to signals from the environment. It controls many of the body’s processes, so it makes sense that the hypothalamus houses the master clock.

What are the “9 body clocks”?

The adrenal gland’s clock helps maintain the timed secretion of cortisol in the early morning to prepare for activity by increasing glucose release from the liver. It reduces cortisol levels in the evening and through the night to promote rest and regeneration.
The heart clock helps prepare the heart for daytime by making it more responsive to the demands of physical activity with heart rate and strength of contraction. At night, the clock allows the heart to be less responsive during sleep.
The liver clock helps control the “glucose banker” so that the liver can store glucose during daytime activity and meals, then release and make glucose at night during fasting to supply the brain.
The pancreas clock sets insulin secretion at the highest during daytime activity to allow for energy storage. At night, insulin secretion is set low to ensure the brain receives a steady supply of glucose for regeneration.
The fat clock controls the release of the hormones adiponectin and leptin. Adiponectin is higher during daytime activity to increase insulin sensitivity, allowing the storage of nutrients. Leptin is higher at night, delivering the “stop eating” signal necessary for fasting during regeneration.
The muscle clock helps prepare our muscles for optimum performance during the day. The clock sets a metabolic rhythm, making it easier for muscle to burn glucose during the day, then using fat for energy at night.
The immune clock has the immune system on alert for threats such as bacteria and viruses in the daytime, then at night the adaptive assassins create “immune memories” for the threats encountered during the day.
The kidney clock helps control fluid and electrolyte balance in the body. To support daytime activity, blood pressure is increased, then at night there’s a 10-20% drop in blood pressure during regeneration.
The gut clock regulates gastrointestinal function to increase digestion, absorption of food, and motility (movement of digested food) during the day. It signals for repair of the gut lining at night when digestive processes are minimized.

At what time of day are our “body clocks” most effective? When is our “Immune Clock” fighting bacteria and viruses most effectively? When is our Adipose (fat) Clock signaling our bodies to store the most nutrients?

During daylight hours, hormone levels are controlled by the master clock in the hypothalamus to support increase physical activity. During the onset of night, hormone levels are controlled by the master clock in the hypothalamus to support repair and regeneration. The immune system works the best during the day to fight off bacteria and viruses directly and then generates “memory” immune cells at night (T-cells and B-cells) to promote future immunity to specific pathogens encountered during the day. The fat clock controls the release of the hormones adiponectin and leptin. Adiponectin is higher during daytime activity to increase insulin sensitivity, allowing the storage of nutrients. Leptin is higher at night, delivering the “stop eating” signal necessary for fasting during regeneration.

Why having a desynchronized body clock can lead to chronic illness– and how to reverse the chronic consequences.

Peripheral body “organ clocks” are set by the “master clock” in the hypothalamus. Each organ clock controls organ functions during activity and regeneration modes. The master clock regulates all of our major organs including the liver, lungs, heart, kidneys, gastrointestinal tract, and our muscles.They are crucial in ensuring the organ systems work together in a synchronized manner. Desynchronized (broken) clocks lead to chronic disease.

About Chris Hardy, D.O.:

Dr. Chris Hardy merges his expertise in nutrition, strength and conditioning, and in clinical and preventive medicine into a comprehensive approach to treat chronic disease. With 13 years active military service in both the U.S. Army and U.S. Navy, he is a graduate of the Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center and Underwater Construction Basic Course and served as a military deep-sea diver. He left the military the first time after four years of service to start his higher education. He earned a bachelor of science in biochemistry from Old Dominion University and went on to WVSOM in Lewisburg WV, graduating as a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. After med school, Hardy reentered the military as a Navy physician, serving as medical officer aboard the USS WASP (LHD-1) and joined the ship on deployment in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. He then served another operational tour as a medical officer before attending Johns Hopkins University for medical specialty training.

About Marty Gallagher:

Three-time World Master Powerlifting Champion, Teenage National Olympic Lift Champion, Marty Gallagher coached Black s Gym to four National team titles and in 1991 coached the United States squad to victory at the World Powerlifting Championships. Gallagher’s highly-acclaimed 230+ weekly Live Online columns for Washington Post.com created a legion of followers for his Purposefully Primitive Fitness philosophy. Over the last thirty years he has had over 1,000 articles appear in two dozen fitness publications.

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Phytomer goodness!!

June 27, 2015

Phytomer DOUCEUR INTEMPORELLE Restorative Shield Cream is formulated with Phytomer exclusive ingredient GLYCOSEA, a restructuring and intensely soothing complex of marine sugars, minerals and trace elements, to instantly neutralize inflammation, relieve itchiness and reduce red patches. With continued use it helps the skin become more resistant to “inflammaging,” aging directly caused by inflammation. Lightweight, comforting and allergen free, it helps protect the skin against the effects of time.
DOUCEUR INTEMPORELLE can be purchased in select spas and online atwww.lespausa.com.

Fleur’s CC CRÈME Perfect Skin Solution SPF20 is a totally versatile cream not only blurs imperfections for a visibly even complexion, but also hydrates and protects the skin from free radicals and UV damage for lasting results on the skin’s health. It can be usedalone or as a base for makeup and its color-correcting pigments adapt to light and medium skin tones. It has a creamy texture and delicate floral scent for pleasant application and comfortable all-day wear.

Fleur’s CC CRÈME Perfect Skin Solution SPF20 can be purchased in select spas and online at www.lespausa.com.

Vie Collection MELA WHITE RADIANCE BRIGHTENING ESSENCE is first beauty step against hyperpigmentation, this active water helps block melanin production in its initial stage to fade dark spots, brighten the skin and even out the complexion. It has a lightweight not-quite-water, not-quite-serum consistency and glides comfortably on the skin, leaving a silky finish. Its gentle floral scent with herbal and fruit notes lingers delicately on the skin, stimulating the senses. Just a few drops pressed into the face and neck prior to a regular skin care routine leave the skin radiant and refreshed. I am so enchanted by its texture and scent that I use it on my entire face and neck, much as I would use a toner, whenever I need a unifying, brightening boost!

Vie Collection MELA WHITE RADIANCE BRIGHTENING ESSENCE can be purchased in select spas and online at www.lespausa.com

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LING Skincare Anti-Oxidant To Help Fight Sun Damage

We all add sunscreen to our daily regime, but now you can add another layer to help protect against sun damage. Vitamin C is a powerful skincare anti-oxidant that shields skin from damaging free radicals. Vitamin C also reduces the appearance of brown spots, helps boost healthy collagen production for firm skin and can help increase the effectiveness of your sunscreen by boosting your skin defense against UV exposure.

Try LING Skincare HI-Vitamin C 12% ($80, lingskincare.com) which also contains Centela Asiatic extract which works to enhance a healthier complexion. With smaller molecules this serum is able to penetrate the skin deeper. It feels awesome going on. It sort of heats up a bit and feels divine.

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