This week I'm obsessed with... Uriage Bariederm Cica-Oil Massage Oil for Stretch Marks and Scars!

Uriage Bariederm Cica-Oil - 105ml - $22.95 - a light, non-greasy oil that corrects and prevents stretch marks and scars with $99.9% natural origin ingredients including:
tamanu oil - rich in polyphenols and fatty acids to soothe, restore and promote skin repair;
plant squalane - rich in film-forming lipids to restore the skin's lipid barrier and prevent dehydration;
organic jojoba oil - rich in fatty acid and vitamin E to protect, nourish and soothe the skin;
organic avocado oil - rich in fatty acids and vitamins C and E to soften and soothe the skin while maintaining the hydrolipidic film;
sunflower oil - naturally rich in omega-6 and vitamin E to intensively nourish the skin and preserve hydration; and
GF repair patent - restores and promotes regeneration while improving the look of scars.

Perfect for use during pregnancy and weight fluctuations - just apply twice a day on stretch marks by massaging circularly or pinching the stretch mark until penetration. And for scars and recent brands - best rule of thumb is if the scar is still red it will work, if the scar is already white, it's too late - and don't apply on broken skin.

Available at drugstores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

StriVectin Anti-Wrinkle SD Advanced Plus Intensive Moisturizing Concentrate

StriVectin Anti-Wrinkle SD Advanced Plus Intensive Moisturizing Concentrate - 60ml - $85 - visibly reduces fine lines and coarse wrinkles, significantly improves skin texture and fades the appearance of stretch marks in just four weeks while delivering up to 72 hours of continuous moisture.

Now even more concentrated and powerful, the iconic stretch mark cream turned anti-wrinkle phenomenon targets 10 types of skin collagen with a formula powered by NIA-114 and an upgraded Collagex-CE Complex with Copper Tripeptide and Marine Ferment, and is clinically shown to boost elasticity and visibly reduce wrinkles and stretch marks for youthful-looking skin.

Available now at drugstores across Canada.

- Lisamarie -

Help for stretchmarks from Mederma, Nip + Fab and Palmer's!

After 3 pregnancies and losing 100 pounds, there isn't anyone better to test out stretch mark creams then our very own Christelle - so enjoy her rare appearance as she gives you the run down on what she's tried:


Mederma Stretch Marks Therapy - 150g - $39.99  
The treatment is applied morning and evening and massaged in a circular motion on the affected areas. The scent is fairly light and pleasant and thankfully the cream is not greasy since you have to apply it twice a day for at least 4 weeks. My skin definitely visibly improved after a few weeks.
Available in Canada at Walmart, Shopper’s Drug Mart, Loblaws, London Drugs, Pharma Plus and other drug stores nationwide.

Nip + Fab Multi-Fix Oil - 100ml - $14.95
This oil is super light, practically odorless and super moisturizing. It takes just a few applications to improve skin's texture. Available exclusively at Shoppers Drug Mart.


Palmer's Skin Therapy Oil - 150ml - $13.99 
Like the previous oil, the Palmer's skin therapy oil helps with  improving your skin's texture. I like to mix these oils with a conventional body lotion for an easier application.

All of these products approved the appearance of my stretch marks to one degree or another but of course nothing will actually get rid of them entirely so just don't expect miracles!

-Christelle-

Make your skin happy with these gift sets from StriVectin, Ole Henriksen and Prevage!

I know they're called "gift" sets and they do make great gifts for the skincare junkie in your life, but I must admit that I actually usually end up buying them for myself! They're great for trying new brands -you get an assortment of the brand's products all together to try out and of course they're great for buying your favourites as well because you're getting a great deal! Here are a few that I'm eying:

StriVectin Holiday Blockbuster Kit - $114 - it's a hell of a deal with all the StriVectin top sellers together in one handy travel-friendly bag (with the best hot pink liner)! Included in the kit are: Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks & Wrinkles - 60ml - clinically proven to improve the appearance of stretch marks and facial wrinkles in just 2-8 weeks as well as improves visible discolourations and hydrates throughout to improve overall elasticity, texture and tone of skin; Eye Cream - 7ml - fights aging around the eye area as well as targeting dark circles, puffiness, crow's feet and lost elasticity; Tightening Neck Cream - 30ml - a big dose of firming and moisture for the neck and jawline; Tightening Face Serum - 7ml - provides firming actives to give instant-gratification tightening while also improving skin's texture and tone; and Intensive Concentrate for Stretch Marks & Wrinkles for Sensitive Skin - 22ml - all the benefits of the original without any fragrances, oils or other irritants that can harm sensitive skin. With a retail value of $218, you can't beat the $114 price tag! And my friend swears by the Concentrate - she had those horrible scunchy worry  lines that you get across your forehead when you have kids and after using it for a couple of months you could barely see them anymore! Available at selected Shoppers Drug Mart and Murale stores.

Ole Henriksen Truth Revealed - $94 - Truth Serum Collagen Booster - 30ml - provides a potent vitamin C complex that firms, brightens, hydrates, and neutralizes environmental damage from UV rays and pollutants to protect your skin from premature aging; Truth Revealed Super Creme SPF 15 - 30ml - is a super concentrated day crème with micro algae, vitamin C and omega 3 extracts to elevate your skin to a new level of textural refinement and firmness; and Total Truth Eye Creme SPF 15 - 15ml - with omega 3 extracts nourishes, hydrates and diminishes the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. I am absolutely in love with the texture and smell of the serum which I actually discovered through one of their sets last year which I am now out of and since I have been wanting to try the Super Creme this would be a great way to stock up and try something new! Available at Sephora and sephora.com

Prevage Face Serum Premium Holiday Set - $250 - the silver deluxe train case contains: Face Advanced Anti-Aging Serum - 50ml; Eye Advanced Anti-Aging Serum - 5ml, Day Ultra Protection Anti-Aging Moisturizer SPF 30 - 15ml; and Eye Ultra Protection Anti-Aging Moisturizer SPF 15 - 5ml. If you've never tried the line it's a great starter set or if you have and already love it, this has some great travel sizes - I absolutely adore the Prevage body cream so I am thinking I need to check out the face and eye products! Available exclusively at The Bay.

- Lisamarie -

Bio-Oil - not just for scars and stretch marks... who knew?!

I was at an event for  Bio-Oil last week which I went to thinking I already knew everything about it and how much can there be to say - it's for stretch marks, right? That's how much I know...

Beauty expert, Sandy Gold was on hand to exhort the wonders of Bio-Oil - being as low-key and subdued as she is, it was hard to get a handle on whether she actually likes the product or not... if you've ever met Sandy then you know I'm totally kidding and if you haven't met her, just look up "perky" in the dictionary and that will tell you everything you need to know (and you'll see a picture of her)!

She soon set me straight that Bio-Oil is for a whole lot more than just stretch marks! Here are some of the other uses for this head to toe major multi-tasker: as a facial mist (when mixed in a spray bottle with water) eye makeup remover, lip balm, for fine lines and wrinkles, uneven skin tone and texture, as a  face and body moisturizer, nail and cuticle treatment, bath oil, for shaving, as a hair treatment, after sun care and itch reliever.

My favourite tip from Sandy was Bio-Oil as an at-home spa hydrating facial treatment: just soak a facecloth in a bowl with warm water and 5 drops of Bio-Oil. Wring out the cloth and lay it over your face and relax for several minutes. It smells great, is super relaxing and afterwards your skin will feel so soft and moist!

Bio-Oil - 60ml - $12.99, 125ml - $21.99, 200ml - $29.99

Score your own multi-tasking marvel at retailers across Canada as well as online at www.londondrugs.com and www.well.ca

- Lisamarie -