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Ditch The Butt-Squeezes And Get Toned Up In MBT's

There's a lot of talk on RealSelf.com about losing the pounds and getting in shape. Well, the latest slimming and butt-firming craze in Hollywood is not about a new exercise machine, a new workout routine, or a new slimming or firming skincare product. Nope, they're going crazy over sneakers.

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Janice Dickinson Swears By SensiClear For Acne

Acne's a big topic on RealSelf.com's professional Q&A section. So from time to time, Beauty Cred posts about various acne lines. Let's talk about this one...

What's a supermodel (uh, that is, the self-proclaimed "first" supermodel) to do when she's no longer in front of the camera, on the runway, or tabloid fodder for her dating escapades? Well, if you're the ever-enterprising Janice Dickinson, you start your own modeling agency and a create an acne-busting skin care line to help keep your bullpen of models spot-free.

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The Week In Beauty Cred: What's Hot & What's Worth It

I cannot believe the sun is finally peeking through after a week that's been fraught with threatening thunderstorms. Before I go fire up the gas bbq (note to self: do not use lighter fluid--and yes, it did almost happen once) I'm recapping what's been BEAUTYCREDible on Beauty Cred this week...

THE BUZZMAKERS - WHAT'S ON OUR MINDS

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$500 Vegetable-derived Botox Alternative

In the never-ending pursuit for a no-needle option that'll give Botox-like results, a newer vegetable-based "Botox alternative" caught my eye: Dr. D. Schwab Alphasomes RC Rejuvenate and Correct New Generation Anti-Aging Skin Care Treatment.

In addition to having a name that's way the heck too long, with a doctor's name in front of it who can't be found, this latest addition to the realm of wannabe Botox dream creams is available at spas for $500. Yes, $500. Oh, but don't feel like it's overpriced--you're getting 1.65 oz.

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IBR-Dragon Aims To Breathe Fire On Wrinkles

Well, sort of. The IBR in IBR-Dragon stands for Israeli Biotechnology Research, a company that develops innovative and proprietary natural active ingredients. IBR has recently released IBR-Dragon, a new ingredient that's based on the dragon fruit, which is part of the cactus family. This latest release for IBR is part of the company's Dormins technology platform.

As reported in CosmeticsDesign reported on 6/24/08, dormins are...

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Have Your Summer Facial At Home With Dr. Sebagh

Hot town, summer in the city
Back of my neck getting dirty and gritty
Been down, isn't it a pity
Doesn't seem to be a shadow in the city

1966 was almost pre-me, but when I think of Dr. Sebagh Purifying Mask Anti-Pollution, I can't help but think of Lovin' Spoonful's "Summer in the City" song of that year. If you've ever had the pleasure of commuting into NYC on some of our 100-degree-breaking days, you know EXACTLY what I'm talking about.

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Anna Kournikova Shares A Yummy Secret To Beautiful Skin

Strawberries seem to be on everyone's fave fruit list, not only because they're delicious, but also because they're an excellent source of phytonutrients, vitamins (with Vitamin C in the lead) and antioxidants. Eating these luscious berries is the most common way to enjoy their health benefits, but a number of companies also look to strawberries for their topically applied benefits. strawberries have topical skin care benefits

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CosMedix Rescue Not Just For Post-op Skincare

Just being in the summer sun and heat is enough to bring on dry or flaky skin. Often times, your basic moisturizer may not be enough to rescue skin--but what to use? Tatler UK in its June '08 issue mentioned a moisturizing treatment from a category we don't always think about for "daily care": post-op care.

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Shapewear With A Spritz To Cure Cellulite

Real Beauty News posted recently about the launch of Skineez at Macy's this week. I had read the post, but hadn't really delved into what Skineez is all about. Sunsoul converts UV rays to blue or yellow light to treat skin

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3 Skin Scrubs That'll Slough Without Getting Rough

If there's one thing every derm will tell you, it's that exfoliation is key to any skincare routine. There will be different steps around it ("cleanse", "prepare", "treat", "hydrate", "protect", etc) depending on which derm's philosophical approach you're following, but exfoliation always seems to be a part of it.