Today I got to try for the first time the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford skincare line. I must say, I was pleasantly surprised. I tend to not always believe in celebrity endorsed products simply because sometimes it’s just a hype and the products are not that good. But I like this one.

Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Skincare Collection

The skincare products in the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford collection I’ve used today were all non-greasy, mild, moisturizing, light and easily absorbed to skin, and fit really well in my skincare routine. I’m a bit a ‘snob’ when it comes to products. I really cherry-pick the best of the best of beauty products and use them daily. To bring a new kid on the block doesn’t happen everyday, ha!

I used the the Meaningful Beauty 5 step system +1 bonus product which is the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Glycolic Treatment Pads. I will try the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Glowing Serum in the next few days (which is the 2nd bonus product). In the shower I began by washing my face with Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Skin Softening Cleanser. It doesn’t lather and it is very mild and refreshing to skin. It’s fragrance-free which is a major plus.

After shower I used the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Glycolic Treatment Pads which cleansed my skin even further leaving no trace of makeup and dirt. It’s was a square wet wipe quite thick and did the job. It didn’t feel too strong or even irritating to my skin (please note this is only my personal experience and each skin type might have a different experience). Next I applied Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Creme de Serum which was fantastic because it was so light, cooling, and comforting to skin. Creme de Serum is made of an orange swirl which contains a melon complex a super-antioxidant. White swirl of peptides, and a translucent gel of hyaluronic acid. Also super light was the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Lifting Eye Cream Advanced Formula. This eye cream was absorbed by my under eye skin in an instant and the texture felt very silky.

I then applied the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Antioxidant Day Creme SPF20 UVA/UVB and the Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford Skin Brightening decollete and Neck Treatment SPF15 which both were a bit thicker in texture yet fast absorbing. Then it was time to begin my makeup:)

So today I am a Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford kinda girl and I’m loving it. It’s a simple skincare system to use and seems very pleasant.

Visit www.MBCatalogue.com for additional products details and to shop:) or simply Call Toll-Free to Order: 1-866-477-2345

***The above post is a Sponsored Post and products were provided to TM to try by  Meaningful Beauty Cindy Crawford***

Summer Skincare. Sun Protection. Summer is almost here for us in Scottsdale Arizona and not too far in the future for the east coast. I’m always on the look out for the best sunscreens or sunblock lotions on the market because of as you can tell, it’s a necessity for me. What I like is clean and easy to apply lotions, no strong smell, and maximum and effective sun protection. I find all these features in NEOVA DNA Damage Control Sunscreens.

NEOVA DNA Control Active SPF 45 Highly water-resistant for body ($46), and NEOVA DNA Control Everyday SPF 43 for the face ($39). Available through www.smart-sunscreens.com.

More about NEOVA DNA Damage Control Sunscreen:

And the bonus difference: thier formulas claim to “…defend against DNA damage with the newest and most powerfull therapy-activation of the DNA repair process delivered through liposome-encapsulated DNA repair enzymes to the epidermis…to improve cell metabolism, restore skin’s barrier, enhance restoration of UV damage skin and regenerate collagen and elastin.” Also contains: Zinc Oxide for sun protection, hydration and smoothness,

I’m super impressed with the NEW Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair anti-aging skincare collection which was launched in March 2011. The difference is in its Accelerated Retinol SA which is formulated with Stabilized Retinol and glucose complex that help minimize the irritation often caused by other Retinol products to make it possible/comfortable to use daily. According to Neutrogena the NEW Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair skincare collection has been clinically proven to improve overall skin texture in one week and help diminish the look of deep wrinkles after four weeks. Other ingredients include Hyluronic Acid.

I’ve tried Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair (I love it & I will continue to use) and aside from its skicare benefits described above I noticed that the collection which includs: Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair Moisturizer SPF 30, eye cream, and moisturizer NIGHT, are all very hydrating, have a clean scent, and easily absorbed.

GOOD Anti Aging skincare never been so affordable and available in our local drugstores. My sister, Loren, is also a big fan of Neutrogena’s Retinol line and she was raving about it to me how great her skin looks because of it. I can tell you my sister looks amazing. So maybe she & Neutrogena are on to something:)

I was actually invited by Neutrogena to celebrate the launch of Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair With Accelerated Retinol SA at the Mondrian SOHO New York City couple of weeks ago. The Neutrogena team seemed to be very proud of their new product addition and I hear the product is flying off the shelf fast already! This is one of the fun part being a beauty blogger because I get to travel and be on the inside of exciting product launches and one of the firsts to know what’s new in the beauty industry.

Here’s a sneak peek to Marta Walsh’s trip to NewYork City with Neutrogena:

Hello New York City what is also my 2nd home where I spend most of my life in…

I arrive Mondrian SOHO in New York City and I see this beautiful entrence to the hotel…

The NEW Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Repair skincare line collection is revealed..

I get to try it…

..Marta Walsh At the Mondrian SOHO the most beautiful hotel with amazing lighting and ambiance…

Me…Marta Walsh your Queen of Blogging

…where I got my beauty sleep…

I love how New York City hotels do the most out of small spaces… I take big inspiration from it decorating my own home here in Scottsdale AZ…

I drink a lot of water… seriously:)

Until next time bye bye New York see ya soon <3

***My trip to the product launch in New York City was paid for by Neutrogena****

You have no idea how excited I am  to try the NEW prevage Clarity Targeted Skin Tone Corrector by Elizabeth Arden. I’m a huge prevage skincare line fan, if you had to buy just one skincare product prevage is the one. You just can’t go wrong with prevage. Same stuff they use at some of the Elizabeth Arden facials at the Red Door Spa near you.  prevage Clarity is light in texture, fast absorbing , and super hydrating. Smells good yet not overly fragranced. This is an anti aging skincare products designed to even out skin by minimizing dark spots and freckles. Umm sounds like my skin ..LOL.

via ElizabethArden.com New PREVAGE® Clarity with Idebenone and Soy-Ferulate-C gives skin a brightening boost to help minimize the appearance of those all-too-visible aging signs – existing dark spots, age spots, freckles and discolorations – to help skin regain its look of uncompromised clarity and a youthful-looking glow.

Clarins introduces Instant Smooth Line Correcting Concentrate is a portable magic wand favorite of Clarins Celebrity Beauty Artist, Pati Dubroff.

Clarins new Line Correcting Concentrate can be applied directly to lines for instant touch-ups throughout the day. The high precision silicone tip targets the heart of the wrinkle to fill it in and smooth it away.

Instant Smooth tips from Clarins Celebrity Beauty Artist, Pati Dubroff:

A simple trick for using less foundation is mixing it with Instant Smooth. This gives skin a flawless, even tone, smoothes lines and wrinkles and helps your make-up stay on longer.

Use Instant Smooth over your foundation instead of Powder. Too much powder makes skin look dull and chalky!

To set your make-up throughout the day, apply Instant Smooth over make-up, on the t-zone and around the sides of the nose, to lessen redness, control shine and fill in lines and pores.

Use around the edges of lips to fill in lines and hold lipstick in place.

Portable for instant touch-ups on lines and wrinkles throughout the day.

For a smoother and younger looking complexion, immediately and over-time, apply the boosted formula with skincare benefits over expression lines near lips, eyes, brows and nose.

To prolong skincare benefits around the eye area, mix Instant Smooth with your eye cream to diminish the appearance of lines and wrinkles for more youthful looking eyes.

The product retails at $32.

Anti Aging Skincare. Love the NeoStrata Foaming Glycolic Wash it’s very gentle and smells fresh and citrusy.

Neo Strata Foaming Glycolic Wash the company description: A pH-balanced, soap-free formulation for deep cleansing without irritation.

Formulated with 18% Glycolic acid and 2% Lactobionic acid. Recommended for experienced Glycolic Acid users. Size: 3.4 fl oz. pump bottle.

Claire Danes and the secret to her red carpet glowing skin: Talking Makeup and Marta Walsh has just found out that celebrity makeup artist Matin prepped Emmy-award winner Claire Danes with Orlane’s Refining Arm Cream and Active Hydration Body Care for the 2010 Emmys.

Refining Arm Cream ($85.00) contains natural targeted ingredients selected to effectively fight against sagging skin so arms regain a toned, defined, and firm appearance.

Active Hydration Body Care ($100.00) includes extracts of water plants (bamboo, lotus and water lily) to retain moisture for long-lasting hydration.

All products can be found at NeimanMarcus.com.

Great Skincare. Marta Walsh’s picks are the NEW Elizabeth Arden Ceramide formulas. Ceramide Plump Perfect Ultra Lift and Firm Eye Cream SPF 15 and Ceramide Plump Perfect Ultra All Night Repair and Moisture Cream for Face and Throat. BTW I’m a huge Elizabeth Arden skincare, after my visit to the Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa in Phoenix AZ I was hooked. Just in case you’re wondering how the actual creams look inside, they are pure snow white and creamy. Divine.

T to B: Ceramide Plump Perfect Ultra Lift and Firm Eye Cream SPF 15 and Ceramide Plump Perfect Ultra All Night Repair and Moisture Cream for Face and Throat