I’m a huge La Roche-Posay Rosaliac Gelee Micellar Make-up Removal Gel fan! It really revolutionized my ‘before bedtime clean your face’ routine. Never tried the La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser and I hear this cleanser is a favorite of Sorority Wars star Chelan Simmons.

When competing with 60 other girls to win a spot in the Delta house on Lifetime’s Sorority Wars, Chelan Simmons knew that clear skin was essential. Looking to keep her fair, sensitive skin glowing, she starts her beauty routine every day by washing with La Roche-Posay Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser: With a light, smooth texture and fragrance and preservative-free formula, the Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser gently removes makeup and residue without overdrying, making it perfect for dry, sensitive skin. Formulated with Glycerin and Thermal Spring Water, the creamy cleanser hydrates and soothes while also deeply cleaning your pores and removing even the most stubborn makeup.

Toleriane Dermo-Cleanser retails for $19.50 and is available at CVS locations nationwide and at www.laroche-posay.com

Best Face Cleansers and Makeup Removers

Did you know that the first time I’ve ever tried any makeup from Cover Girl was during New York Fashion Week Spring 2010? I can already feel many of you are surprised. Well, growing up in Israel back in those days we didn’t have many options for makeup . It was a beauty brand I was not at all familiar with. Luckily, I can’t think of a better introduction to Cover Girl, now one of my favorite makeup lines, by Jake Bailey Cover Girl’s celebrity makeup artist. I met Jake at the CVS Reinventing Beauty Lounge back in September 2009, he did my makeup using all Cover Girl products and needless to say Marta was in love!

Marta Walsh and Jake Bailey Cover Girl’s Celebrity Makeup Artist

These are the Cover Girl makeup products Jake Bailey used on Marta’s face:

Face
Cover Girl and Olay Simply Ageless foundation #260 Classic Tan which felt so refreshing on my skin

Cover Girl and Olay Simply Ageless Blush #200 Plush Peach

Eyes
Outlast smoothwear all-day eyeliner #305 Indigo

Exact eyelights eye-brightening eyeliner #705 Vivid Ruby 

lashblast length mascara #800 Very Black one of my favorite mascaras

Lips
wetslicks amazemint lipgloss #650 Merry Berry

Visit www.covergirl.com to learn more about the products mentioned in this article.

I would like to share with you my list of top makeup removers that you can buy at CVS!

Products mentioned in Marta’s Vlog:

Rosaliac Gelee Micellar Make-up Removal Gel by La Roche-Posay, $24.50.
SENSITIVE TOUCH Eye Makeup Remover by LUMENE, under $10.
SENSITIVE TOUCH Cleansing Wipes LUMENE, under $5.

La Roche-Posay Rosaliac Gelee Micellar Make-up Removal Gel the company description: The first step in a dermatological regimen for redness-prone and reactive skin.

Recommended For
•Redness-prone
•Reactive skin

Product Information
Gentle and effective cleansing and make-up removal gel. The micellar structure of this cleanser sweeps up impurities and dissolves make-up easily without rubbing; gentle formula can be wiped off or rinsed off.

Benefits
•Contains soothing La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water
•Does not require rinsing
•Fragrance-free

Key Ingredients
•La Roche-Posay Thermal Spring Water – antioxidant that soothes and protects
•Xanthine – helps calm redness-prone skin

*Talking Makeup has been received a gift card by CVS for the purpose of the above editorial review.

Watch Marta’s video blog for today talking about some of her favorite drugstore beauty products!

Products mentioned in Marta’s video blog:

Pantene nature fusion smooth vitality shampoo and conditioner
Pantene Blonde Highlighting Expressions shampoo and conditioner
Itch Defense Skin Balancing Moisture Lotion From Curél
Jergens Sensitive Skin Relief Fragrance Free Daily Moisturizer
Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion For Normal to Dry Skin Fragrance Free
St. Ives Blemish and Blackhead Control Apricot Scrub
Lierac Paris Crème Mesolift Anti-Aging Radiance Cream (Available at CVS)
Lierac Paris Diopticrème Age-Defense Cream eye cream (Available at CVS)

I’ve been seeing great skincare brands at CVS lately and one of them is Lumene. I haven’t tried the whole range yet, but I did try the Lumene Sensitive Touch Eye Makeup Remover. It was very gentle on my eyes, wasn’t oily at all, and it’s fragrance-free (I’m a fragrance-free fanatic at times:). And lastly, it did what it was designed to do, it removed my eye makeup.

Lumene Sensitive Touch Eye Makeup Remover the description on www.lumene.com :

This gentle eye makeup remover gently and effectively removes water-soluble eye makeup. Its pH level is gentle on the eyes and makes it suitable for contact lens wearers too. In co-operation with Finnish Allergy- and Asthma Federation.

Organic Linen Seed Extract soothes and strengthens the skin and protects it against external irritants, has anti-inflammatory effect, its natural polysaccharides have restructuring effect on skin and forms a microfilm on skin’s surface which helps to prevent penetration of irritants / allergens- skin is less irritated.

Lumene Sensitive Touch products are: alcohol-free, colorant-free, fragrance-free, paraben-free, silocone-free

How To Use: Soak some cotton wool with eye makeup remover. Hold the cotton wool against the closed eyelid for a moment and then lightly wipe off your eye makeup.

Wonder what Marta uses on her skin? Well, recently I’ve discovered Lierac Paris Crème Mesolift Anti-Aging Radiance Cream and Lierac Paris Diopticrème Age-Defense Cream eye cream. The face cream is super hydrating yet doesn’t feel heavy or greasy. It smells really fresh, a bit citrusy. And the Lierac eye cream penetrates into my skin quickly and it doesn’t leave white creamy residue under my eyes. Know what I’m talking about here? It’s when my eye cream doesn’t absorb into my skin fast it just sits over my skin, so when I sometimes forget to look I have funny white cream under my eyes. And, the good news Lierac Paris skincare products are available in CVS!!

Company description: Lierac Paris Crème Mesolift Anti-Aging Radiance Cream was inspired By Facial Mesotherapy, a technique developed in 1952 by French Doctor Michel Pistor involves injecting nutrients directly into the skin activating collagen production and lymphatic drainage. Backed by validated scientific research that confirms the impact of nutritional elements on skin metabolism, mesotherapy can deliver an undeniable benefit in facial rejuvenation through a technique called Mesolift. The laboratories at Lierac Paris have taken this technique and adapted it to a highly penetrating topical daily moisturizer called Crème Mésolift that’s non-invasive and with effective results.

Dr. Shirley Madhere, author of Aesthetic Mesotherapy shares,”A beneficial way to lock in the results achieved after a Mesoglow or Mesolift procedure is to apply a complementary product such as Lierac’s Mesolift serum for added moisture retention.”

Anti-aging innovation with a cocktail of nourishing and energizing active ingredients:

• 5% Mesolift concentration for effective anti-aging and radiance-boosting properties: vitamins A, C, E, B5 and B6; minerals iron, calcium, magnesium, copper, zinc, manganese; hyaluronic acid
• AHAs (citrus, glycolic, tartaric, lactic, malic) and Soft Focus Pigments for radiance
• 0.5% Apricot Butter and 0.5% lime wax for hydration and comfort

Diopticrème Age-Defense Cream For Wrinkles according to Lierac’s website: This anti-wrinkle eye cream utilizes the synergistic action of botanical extracts to promote cell renewal, increasing overall skin firmness and elasticity. Diopticrème smoothes fine lines and wrinkles, enhancing the overall beauty and radiance of the eye area. Contains no parabens, no phenoxyethanol, no artifical coloring and no added fragrance.

Creme Mesolift will be available Ocotber 2009 ($54) at select Healthy Skincare Centers at CVS/pharmacy, Duane Reade, and Longs. www.beauty.com , www.cvs.com  , www.lierac-usa.com  , 1-877-5-LIERAC.

About Lierac Paris

Lierac Paris is manufactured and distributed by Alès Group, USA, a subsidiary of Alès Groupe, headquartered in Bezons, France. Founded by Dr. Cariel, a French physician specializing in corrective cosmetic medicine, Lierac Laboratories have been pioneers in skin repair and correction-oriented phyto-cosmetics since 1975. All Lierac Paris products are formulated to deliver effectiveness, safety and pleasure of use. Incorporating leading-edge technologies, Lierac Paris products derive their effectiveness from the field of phyto-therapy, using the most active resources of plants combined with the latest innovations in biotechnology. For more information or to find a local retailer, visit www.lierac-usa.com

During my time in NYC for Fashion Week Spring 2010 last week I stopped by the fabulous CVS & Robert Verdi lounge. The lounge was full of the latest hot new products at CVS. One of them was Sally Hansen latest HD nail color collection which I was absolutely in love with. The manicurist at the lounge applied Sally Hansen HD Nail Polish in Opulent Cloud: a gorgeous silver, with golden and some purple undertones. This shade is very chic and modern and the icing on the cake: it didn’t chip for  4 days!! I call it: “The Nail Polish That Doesn’t Chip”. It’s currently available at CVS, so go check it out!!

I took images below while I was getting my manicure at the CVS Robert Verdi Lounge in New York, a special event for beauty editors and beauty bloggers:

Sally Hansen HD Nail Polish in Opulent Cloud (left) more colors on right

Also, NEW Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure: Watch a sneak  peek video backstage at Tracy Reese fashion show during New York Fashion Week Spring 2010 and learn more about Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure, a collaboration with fashion designer Tracy Reese ans Sally Hansen. Also in video: Gabrielle Union.

A fashionable collaboration between nail color expert Sally Hansen and designer Tracy Reese at her Spring 2010 Runway Show. For the eighth season in a row, Sally Hansen has joined forces with fashion icon Tracy Reese to create the ultimate accessory for the feminine yet modern spring wardrobe, inspired by Reese’s visionary spring collection. The runway look was created with Sally Hansen Complete Manicure in Midnight In New York which provides a deep ebony base, while Hidden Treasure brushes on an unexpected finish of molten metallic, for an exclusive, never-been-seen before manicure.

The Tracy Reese For Sally Hansen 2010 Spring Runway Nail Collection will be available nationwide in April 2010.

Tracy Reese For Sally Hansen

Modern, vibrant nail shades inspired by blossoming runway designs. A fashionable collaboration between nail color expert Sally Hansen and designer Tracy Reese. For the eighth season in a row, Sally Hansen has joined forces with fashion icon Tracy Reese to create the ultimate accessory for the feminine yet modern spring wardrobe, inspired by Reese’s visionary spring collection.

INSPIRATION: This season, Tracy Reese’s runway represents a study in contrasts: Architectural designs meet relaxed silhouettes while hard lines and opaque colors are juxtaposed against soft shapes and sheer fabrics. Femininity enlivens ensembles with a focus on draping, ruching and modern embellishments. Intense color combinations, vivacious prints and multi-layered shapes inject Reese’s spring collection with lively appeal. The colors in the Tracy Reese for Sally Hansen collection reflect this emphasis on vivid hues, high contrast and layering. On the runway, Reese layered the molten metallic sheen of Hidden Treasure over a deep ebony base of Midnight in New York, complementing the mood, inspiration and vitality of the runway looks.

The 8 new shades in the limited-edition nail color collection are made with the Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure. This season’s shades include:

Hidden Treasure – clear with multidimensional glitter
Midnight in New York – rich black
Sunflowers – bright yellow
Pomegranate – pinkish red
Dianthus – deep pink
Lagoon – sea blue
Silver Lining – metallic gray
Iced Coffee – light mocha

About Sally Hansen: Sally Hansen renown for its high-performance nail care and nail color. The brand’s commitment to product innovation and technology has made Sally Hansen and the unsurpassed leader in nail color and nail treatment.

About The Designer: Tracy Reese’s designs celebrate femininity and are known for their embellishments and fine attention to detail. Her pieces call for perfectly polished fingers and toes: As Tracy herself says, “A touch of color to your nails gives you a total polished look, as it creates a complete package from head to toe. And what woman doesn’t feel amazing with a fresh manicure and beautiful dress!”

WHAT IT COSTS: $7.00 each