Face First

What’s the next must-have face celebrity cream? What will turn the heads of La Mer or DS:II devotees? The latest absolutely fabulous luxury skincare elixir is Radical Skincare, http://www.radicalskincare.com/ and it’s all about protecting the skin from damaging free radicals. This new multi-step line, available at Barneys and Harrods, claims to be 300 times (a billion times?) more effective than other prestige skincare creams because it delivers mega doses of antioxidants with each application as well as (tres trendy) Acai and Resveratrol.

It could be that the many creams, serums and steps in the Radical Skincare plan simply moisture the stuffing out of your skin, but whatever is happening, you’ll be good to glow. Amazing. That said, if you’re anything like me, I prefer to be pampered, and nothing beats a facial.  Not only are they relaxing and delicious, they deep clean your skin and remove dirt the average human can’t get to on his or her own.

Mandara Spa offers a 70-minute Tri-Enzyme Resurfacing Facial that evens out your complexion  and gets rid of blotchiness by (safely!) removing the outermost, dead layer of the skin. Hello gorgeous!  Mandara uses lovely, all-natural Elemis products that are loaded with essential plant oils, vitamins, and even flower petals, and they’ll give you a recipe after your treatment so you can recreate the magic at home. Use a yummy Elemis Lavender Toner to start the day and carry their Eyes-Awake Recovery Gel in your handbag for emergency under-eye anti-puffiness relief. (It comes in handy after a long night dancing.) Mandara is like a candy store; it’s loaded with delightful treats. Hmmm. Valentine’s Day is coming, hint hint…

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