We are finally having our first hot streak of the year in Oregon with temps climbing close to 100 by the weekend. In my younger days I would have grabbed some oil and found a place to lay out and absorb all the sun I could. Now that I am a little older and my 31st birthday is looming only 3 days away I am much more careful about my skins exposure to the sun.

To keep from looking like the grandma on Something about Mary I am now trying to be vigilant to have all of my skin protected from the harmful UV rays while I am out enjoying the weather. I just found a great kit from Sephora with everything you need to keep your skin healthy this summer with some great travel sized products. A great way to try some different products to find what works the best for you before you go for the full sized. Even better $21.55 from every kit sold will benefit the Skin Cancer Foundation!

Sun Safety Kit ($87 Value)

What it is:
A collection of eleven travel-ready sizes of the best and brightest summer skincare products.

What it does:
Let the sun shine without a care this summer. Sephora prepares you for outdoor fun with the ample sun protection found in the Sephora Brand Sun Safety Kit. It’s packed with a travel-size sunscreen and skincare for the face and body.

What else you need to know:
The kit contains 0.05 oz Korres Natural Products Watermelon Sunscreen Face Cream SPF 30, a 0.25 oz Peter Thomas Roth Max Sheer All Day Defense Moisture Lotion SPF 30, a 1 oz DDF Daily Protective Moisturizer SPF 15, a 0.35 oz Cosmedicine Medi-Matte Oil Control Lotion SPF 20, a 0.17 oz Juice Beauty Green Apple Moisturizer SPF 15, a 1 oz Murad Firming Bronzer SPF 15, a 0.08 oz Shiseido Ultimate Sun Protection Lotion SPF 55 PA + + +, six single-use packs of MD Skincare Powerful Sun Protection Pads SPF 30, a 0.17 oz Clarins Sun Wrinkle Control Cream Ultra Protection SPF 30, a 0.25 oz Smashbox Photo Finish Foundation Primer SPF 15, and a 0.098 oz Tarte 24/7 Lip Sheer SPF 15, plus a UV indicator card, all in a limited-edition Sephora pouch.

100 percent of the net profits (that’s $21.55 from every kit sold!) will benefit The Skin Cancer Foundation. Sephora will make a total donation of up to $430,000.00 before 12/31/08. Supplies of the kit are limited and will be available from April through June 2008 or while supplies last.

$25.00 Sephora Brand Sun Safety Kit ($87 Value) Sun Safety Kit

I know a lot of you are going to probably freak out at the price of this product.  (I did when I saw it).  Maybe it helps to know that it’s amazing?

NV Perricone has released a new Firming Moisturizer that can take the cake on all other moisturizers.

The secret Dr. Perricone has kept in his anti-aging vault, until now.

A formula he developed for his own personal use and is making available for the very first time, this luxurious and emollient moisturizer will nourish and renew your skin even during the cold winter season.

What does it actually do?
It diminishes fine lines and wrinkles, binds moisture to and hydrates your skin, improves facial contours as well as skin’s tone and texture, and most exciting of all it gives your skin an appearance of “lift.” The result is luminous, vibrant, healthy looking skin.

How does it work?
Dr. Perricone combined three powerful sciences: Neuropeptide, DMAE and Phosphatidylcholine that work synergistically to achieve the look of more youthful, radiant looking skin.

Neuropeptide – a string of amino acids that help reduce the depth of fine lines and wrinkles that naturally appear as we age

DMAE – Dr. Perricone’s famous and superior patented ingredient that provides firming benefits

Phosphatidylcholine – formulated to mimic the lipids (fats) found in skin cells which help protect and hydrate your skin. Provides superior moisture to the skin.

Works synergistically with all N.V. Perricone M.D. treatment products.

$280.00 - BUY IT HERE!

Another marvelous product by NV Perricone!  I have been using this face wash for the last week or so, and I can REALLY tell the difference.  My skin is firmer, and looks so much healthier.  After washing my face, I follow it with the Nutrient Face Fortifier (see review in the post below).

Daily cleanser containing Vitamin C Ester and DMAE. Formulated as a mild cleansing product, it is suitable for all skin types, though especially recommended for combination skin. Your skin will feel refreshed and clean without feeling stripped of its natural oils.

BENEFITS:

USAGE:

Use both AM & PM. Apply to damp skin with gentle, circular motions until foam appears. Rinse with warm water and pat dry.

$30.00 - BUY IT HERE!

By far, my favorite skincare find has been the NV Perricone line.  You can go here to see all of my past reviews.

Every time I get a new product from NV Perricone, I’m so excited to see what results I will get from it!  I have been so impressed with the products in the past!

I absolutely love this product.  I’m going to use every last drop.  My skin has been absolutely glowing since I started using it.

The polyphenols that are found abundantly in Olive Oil are extremely efficient and multifaceted antioxidants. Polyphenols are exceptionally stable and protective. The most powerful member of the polyphenols group is hydroxytyrosol. Extremely rare and effective in even small concentrations.

This product is a gentle means of age prevention. Able to deliver anti-aging benefits without irritation, they are an ideal therapy for sensitive skin.

When used regularly this active treatment helps to minimize the appearance of lines and wrinkles while firming and toning the skin.

Benefits:

Usage:

Use both AM & PM. Gently massage on clean skin from hairline to neck making sure to bring up behind the ears. Follow with Face Hydrator if additional moisture is needed.

$90.00 - BUY IT HERE!

From the company:  Bamboo Exfoliant is a facial scrub that renews and restores skin’s radiance as it gently removes dead surface cells without over-drying or damaging skin. It contains a unique blend of Bamboo fibers to exfoliate skin, while Soybean Oil, Rice Bran and Yucca Extract help to soothe and hydrate skin. Your skin will feel soft and refreshed, and it’s safe enough to use everyday! 

I have been sent this product twice for review, and I used it for a solid week.  I hate to do this…but I have to be honest, I guess.  I hated it.  I didn’t like this product at all.  It was too strong for my skin.  It actually burned my skin in several places.  My chin was all red and irritated for several days.  So, could the problem be that my skin is too sensitive?  Or - it could be that this product was just a bit too much.  I’m not sure.  All I know is that I discontinued using it.  I hate to give a bad review - but I also feel like we should be honest with you guys - and not sugar coat our reviews in order to get more products.  So there you have it.

If you want to learn more on this product, go here!