Are You Practicing French Skin Care?

Dr. Lucy clients do!

The Dr. Lucy Pure Natural Skin Care line was designed in the fresh, natural French style way.

Naturally potent and formulated correctly to balance, nourish, moisturize, plump, and calm your skin. Plus, the essential oils, carrier oils and natural ingredients in our skin care line nourish all types of skin, giving each type what it needs to balance, stay stress free and truly come alive. That is the magic of true, fresh, natural skin care!

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Testimonial!

"Star Rating 5 out of 5 stars Description:

I have used many all-natural skin care

products over the years but this is hands down the very

best skin care products I've ever used! So very happy with this amazing skin care line! Renee'"

Are You Loving Your Anti-aging Skin Care?

Check out Dr. Lucy's skin care Valentine's Day Special with jojoba oil!

Here is just one Dr. Lucy client who loves her products with jojoba oil!

“Star Rating 5 out of 5 stars Description:

I have used many all-natural skin care products over the years but this is hands down the very best skin care products I've ever used! So very happy with this amazing skin care line! Renee'“

Jojoba oil is getting a lot of attention these days!

More and more brands are adding it to their product lines, and even recent celebrity press citing organic jojoba oil as a beauty routine must-have. But what makes jojoba oil so effective, and why the infatuation with jojoba over other popular oils? Even more pressing, can your skin get the same benefits from any jojoba oil, or does the type of jojoba you choose matter?

Board-certified dermatologist Hadley King, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist and clinical instructor of dermatology at the Weill Medical College of Cornell University. Describes jojoba oil as lighter and less greasy than many other oils. Jojoba is also rich in vitamins B and E, as well as minerals like copper and zinc, and it has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties as well.

How jojoba oil works, and why I love it!

Celebrity endorsements aside, there are real, science-backed reasons jojoba oil is so popular. Here’s why jojoba oil lives up to the hype!

It’s an emollient and an occlusive!

One of the best things about jojoba is its structure. While it is commonly referred to as an oil with all the typical oil characteristics, jojoba oil is technically a liquid wax. This dual structure yields the benefits of both an oil and a wax every time jojoba is applied to the skin. But what does that actually mean for yourself and your customers seeking out dewy, hydrated skin? Oil is an emollient, which means it helps soften and smooth skin by filling in any roughness caused by dryness. Wax, on the other hand, is an occlusive, meaning it helps delay the loss of moisture from your skin to the environment. When you use jojoba oil in your daily routine, you are adding moisture to your skin and making sure it stays put in the same step, helping you achieve that moisturized, glowing skin you’re after.

Its molecular structure is similar to sebum (that’s a good thing, I promise!).

The wax/oil structure of jojoba oil closely mimics sebum, the oil that our skin naturally secretes. The point of moisturizing is to replenish and supplement oils that your skin may have lost or doesn’t produce enough of, so there is nothing better to moisturize with than an oil whose structure is similar to what our skin produces on its own. This allows jojoba oil to absorb quickly without weighing skin down, meaning fast moisturization and a non-greasy finish. It’s molecular similarity to sebum also makes it great for oily and chaotic skin types, as it is received easily by the skin and restores moisture without lingering where you don’t want it or adding to the skin’s oiliness.

It’s full of antioxidants!

On top of all these great benefits, jojoba oil is known to be rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are wonderful for helping aging skin appear smooth and bright, and are also great for supporting skin in polluted environments (city dwellers, take note!).

Jojoba oil benefits!

It helps with skin hydration and moisturizing!

Dr. King says jojoba oil is most beneficial for dry and dehydrated skin types, but it's one of those ingredients that can be helpful for all skin types, too, because everyone could use hydration and moisture, FYI.

Helps the skin retain moisture!

As Dr. King explains it, jojoba oil is rich in natural fats that mimic those in the outer layer of the skin. What this means for you? It can help the skin keep the moisture in and heal itself. Pretty cool, huh?

Calms eczema!

Because of all the benefits we've talk about so far, Dr. King says it could help with calming inflammation the skin, and jojoba oil has been shown to help soothe eczema.

Soothes the scalp and smooths flyways!

I know we're talking about the skin benefits, but your scalp is part of that. Dr. Ife Rodney, MD, is a board-certified dermatologist, dermatopathologist, and founding director of Eternal Dermatology + Aesthetics in Fulton, MD. Says its sebum-like qualities make jojoba oil a great oil for curly hair. "People with curly hair types tend to have less natural sebum production on the scalp, leading to frizzy hair that easily dries out," she says.

Improves acne!

Board-certified dermatologist Michele Green, MD, is a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist, previously told Cosmo that jojoba oil could even be a great option for those who are acne-prone. This is all thanks to the fact that jojoba oil has anti-inflammatory properties, it's non-comedogenic, and it could help with the skin barrier. -By Brooke Shunatona, Cosmopolitan, April 15, 2023

With love and blessings,

Rebecca

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Is Your Face Oil Too Thick and Greasy?

f you’re new to face oils, you might envision a thick or greasy texture, but the best ones like Dr. Lucy's Rouge Revitalizing Proprietary Blend Face Oil isn't that.

The main topic of conversation that I would like to talk about today is the Organic Rosehip Seed Oil that has lovingly been named, "natural retinol alternative" because of it's high Vitamin A, C and Beta-carotene content.

Wait a minute!!

So what is the difference between Retinol and Retinoid? Here is a simple explanation. A Retinol is not as strong or chemical based like a Retinoid. A Retinol can be in a natural form such as the Organic Rosehip Seed Oil I am talking about and the one I will always recommend. A Retinoid is a chemical, much more powerful and you would need a prescription to get it. Like I have said many times, applying products like Retinoids to your skin will thin the skin, make you look older in the long run, plus can wreak havoc on your hormonal system. You can look at this natural Retinol explanation this way. Think of a bicycle wheel that has ten spokes, that is your Retinol with all the parts working together so that the wheel functions properly. Now think of that wheel with only one spoke, that is like Retinoids, the wheel will not function properly, in fact it will fall apart and breakdown. Whether it is the food we eat or the products we put on our skin, the whole, natural form will always benefit the body and help to turn over youthful, strong cells.

I'm thrilled to say some of the Dr. Lucy products are on that new wave of natural Retinols!

I know, you are probably wondering what I am talking about, well let me explain. As you can see below a photo of the Dr. Lucy "Rouge" Revitalizing Proprietary Blend Face Oil. This magic wand is loaded with light weight, Organic Rosehip Seed Oil, Apricot Kernel Oil, Frankincense, Rose Otto (Rose Damascena) plus Rose and Clear Quartz to nourish, revitalize and boost collagen formation just to name a few.

Just a quick note about heavier oils...

"It is a myth that people with oily skin can't use face oils," says dermatologist Dr. Joshua Zeichner, MD. But, that doesn't mean you can use just any oil. For example, he says that those with oily skin will want to avoid heavier oils like olive or avocado, because they're rich in oleic acid which can lead to breakouts. He recommends rosehip oil because it's a lot more lightweight.

8 Rose Hip Seed Oil BENEFITS!...

Benefits of not only the Organic Rosehip Seed Oil, but the amazing Rouge Revitalizing Proprietary Blend Face Oil and all her very potent, synergistic and special other ingredients.

1. Helps boost collagen formation and cell regeneration which is essential for skin elasticity and firmness.

2. The essential fatty acids help keep cell walls strong so that they don't lose water.

3. Specific for anti-aging.

4. Helps reduce inflammation and calm irritation resulting from rosacea, psoriasis, eczema, dermatitis.

5. Brightens skin.

6. Promotes healing.

7. Help reduce dullness and leaving you with glowing, vibrant skin.

8. Helps reduce hyperpigmentation which can result from a number of factors, including:
Sun exposure, Hormonal changes and certain medications.

Fun Fact: The Rosehip Seed Oil that is in Rouge Revitalizing Proprietary Blend Face Oil is dark orange/red in color, meaning the darker the color (top shelf so to speak) the less processed and the more powerful it is! What does that mean for you? Bright, firm, soft, even skin tone, boosted collagen formation and healthier skin cell turnover!

P.S. I highly recommend splurging a little on Rouge, she is a gem! It will last you forever because you just need a little bit. Plus the steel roller ball feels so good on your skin and helps Rouge glide on effortlessly!

P.P.S. Rouge Revitalizing Proprietary Blend Face Oil is now in the Dr. Lucy Sample Kit!
I have always said and many of you know, that years ago the Dr. Lucy products really took off because of the Sample Kit! This kit has honestly started its own cult following. Once you tried the Sample Kit, whether you purchased it yourself or received it as a gift, you realized you purchased high quality, fresh, natural skin care products that you could believe in. Thank you from the bottom of my heart and I/we look forward to another year of making you and your skin happy! Just remember I/we love hearing from you, it actually makes our day. If you have questions or comments we are always here to serve you.

With Love and Blessings!
Rebecca

5 Nutritionist Tips For Making a New Year’s Resolution That Sticks!

Set the right goals

Here are 5 realistic nutrition-based goals says Reena Panjwani, registered dietitian-nutritionist at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

Increase your vegetable intake!

Most of us don’t eat enough vegetables, so start small. If you’re not eating many vegetables, focus on adding 1 or 2 more servings a day. Throw a handful of spinach into pasta, or add peppers and onions to your scrambled eggs. You don’t have to start eating salad for every meal to get a big nutritional benefit.

Switch from refined, white grains to whole grain

Choosing whole grain pasta, bread or crackers can increase fiber, which is important for digestive health.

Cook at home 1 more night a week

We all get in the habit of relying on processed or packaged foods because they’re easier to throw together at the end of a long day. Try to cook just one more night a week with fresh ingredients. It’s a great way to cut down on hidden sodium and extra calories.

Cut down on sugary drinks

Tennessee is second only to Mississippi in soda consumption, and more than 40% of us drink non-diet soda daily. Cutting down on that is an easy way to remove empty calories, and the same is true of juice, which many people forget about. Start by trying to cut out 3 sugary drinks per week, or drink one extra glass of water per day. Most of us don’t drink enough water, and hydration is key for metabolism to function properly.

Go meatless 1 day a week

Swap the meat in one or two meals for beans, lentils or organic tofu, for example, which are great, affordable sources of protein.

Did I Overwork My Skin?!

Does this sound familiar? You're excited about discovering high performance products and advanced technology you can use at home. You start the skincare journey only to look in the mirror two weeks later and your face looks worse instead of better.

Don't throw out your products and devices. Simply stop and consider you may have overworked your skin in the zeal to do a good job. Listen to what Christine Byer, Master Esthetician has to say in her article, "Did I Overwork My Skin?".

Here's a list of questions to determine if your skin is overworked.

Is it possible your skin is dehydrated?

Excess water loss from the skin can result from: heat, exercise, burns, or skin diseases according to a report by the National Library of Medicine. Remember, when you are using high performance skincare and advanced technology on the skin, you are adding energy and exercise to the skin and underlying fascia and muscle. Dehydrated skin can look dull, feel tight, be overly sensitive, take on a shiny but flaky nature, have dark undereye circles or experience an increase in fine lines. To avoid dehydrating the skin, drink a glass of water prior to using devices, use plenty of conducting gel, and only use devices as directed.

Are you overusing devices?

It's not uncommon to get excited about the possibilities advanced technology can do for anti-aging. It might seem that if a little is helpful, a lot would work wonders. More is not always better in skincare. Consistency is the goal. New collagen growth can take anywhere from four to 12 weeks. It's important to create a consistent routine which balances the use of high performances products and advanced technology, without overdoing it.

Have you started too many new products at once?

It's important to give skin a chance to adjust to new products and devices. A good rule of thumb is to add one new product or device at a time if skin feels overworked. Use it for a week to allow the skin to adjust. This will also help to tell if a product isn't right for your skin, or which combination of products do not work for you.

Remember, there is no such thing as one size fits all skincare.

Shocking your skin with too much at once can show up as white bumps, red bumps, pimples forming under the skin (cysts), blotchy, red patches, dry patches, and clogged pores to name a few.

What lifestyle choices are impacting the health of your skin?

We're investing in the care of our skin but if we don't also make supportive lifestyle choices, we can sabotage our results. Is your diet deficient in nutrition? Do you consume excess caffeine or alcohol? What is your stress level? Are you using low quality makeup? And, is your routine consistent? Our bodies will tells us when something is out of balance. We just have to pay attention and make some necessary adjustments.

How to Reverse Overworked Skin...

The biggest thing to do is, don't panic. After making a few adjustments right for you, your skin will begin to make progress and you'll get results from your investment in self-care with quality skincare products and devices.

Stay on this modified routine for at least one week, longer if needed. You're looking for signs your skin is recovering by seeing less of the overworked symptoms.

Increase your water intake and reduce caffeine and alcohol consumption. Eat a diet high in nutrition with less processed food or fad diets which leave the body lacking in nutrition.
Simplify your routine by starting over with the basics. Choose your gentlest pH balanced cleanser, one serum daily, and one moisturizer. Sunscreen if you're going to be outdoors.
Use LED only 3 times a week with a day of rest in between.
When your skin starts to recover, add only one new product or device at a time.
Incorporate stress reduction of some kind. I.E. Breathwork, meditation, prayer, EFT Tapping, bubble bath by candlelight with soft music, get more sleep (go to bed earlier), listening to your favorite music instead of watching TV, etc.

If you have any questions about this article please contact me!

P.S. I personally would add using a microcurrent home device to stimulate cellular activity, collagen, elastin, tighten skin and diminish fine lines and wrinkles.

P.P.S. Please share this informative article with your friends and family! Merci!

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

Help! Winter Is Drying Out My Skin!!

Winter is here (maybe not officially, but it is here) and we are all in need of skin care tips!

You know I have said a million and one times, and even posted on the Dr. Lucy website under "My Story" how my skin is so sensitive. If I don't stay on top of it during these Winter months my skin will become tight and dry very quickly from the dry air, cold climate and heaters that are blasting away. Here are some helpful tips for the love of your skin on keeping it nourished, calm, hydrated and glowing all Winter using the Dr. Lucy products.

Crème Cleanser: A kinder, gentler crème cleanser that hydrates, rather than intensely exfoliates, since skin irritation can increase along with dryness in colder weather. Dr. Lucy's Gentle Crème Cleanser with Atlantic Sea Kelp is the perfect choice for hydrating and balancing the skin, plus it deeply cleanses the pores.

Toner: An absolute must anytime of year for balancing, hydrating and allowing all your other products to work so much more effectively!

Serum: Start off any cold weather skincare routine with a natural serum that has a hydrating base. Serums containing botanical hyaluronic acid like Dr. Lucy's 2-in-1 Hydrating Serum work well in the Winter, Spring, Summer and Fall.

Moisturizer: Thicker doesn’t mean better! We can assure you that heavier creams don't necessarily work better, and they may even clog your pores. When it comes to soothing dry flaky skin, it's actually the ingredients of a moisturizer that matters, and not how thick it is. Dr. Lucy's Ultra Moisturizer has the perfect combinations of natural ingredients to nourish, protect and hydrate all day in every kind of weather. One of our secrets in the Ultra Moisturizer is botanical hyaluronic acid. 33,000 feet up in the air or at sea level, you are always hydrated and dewy fresh!

Face Oil: Nourish, calm, protect with the Dr. Lucy original proprietary blend face oil. An exceptional ace oil like Dr. Lucy's can protect the skin's acid mantle. Face oil can also speed up the skin’s own healing process and help repair damage from external influences, like extreme temperatures, over-cleansing, low humidity, sickness and travel.

Hydrating Masque: A hydrating face masque, like the Dr. Lucy's Luscious Rose Equalizer Hydrating Masque with Atlantic Sea Kelp, is perfect for wintertime dryness because it helps to heal redness and inflammation while tightening pores, plumping skin and stimulating collagen for a more supple look and feel.

Have a wonderful and blessed holiday season.

To you and your beautiful skin,
Rebecca

What Has Happened To My Collagen?!

There's only so much you can do to slow the natural decline of collagen in your skin. Let's talk about what can help or harm this very important protein!

"The collagen in the skin is affected by age in various ways. The skin becomes thinner and drier, and develops sags and wrinkles due to the collagen and elastin becoming disconnected." Says, Dr. Jeffrey Spiegel, M.D. In his article: What is collagen and what happens to it when we age?

Dr. Spiegel also states:
1. Growth of new cells slow down dramatically.
2. Dull colored skin can occur as the dead cells do not shed as quickly.
3. Aging skin is more susceptible to the development of brown spots on the face and body.
4. Intrinsic aging (hereditary) Extrinsic aging (caused by tobacco and environmental factors).
5. Smoking-contains chemicals that stimulate collagen-destroying enzymes and slows down the cells which produce collagen by 40%.

Here Are a Few Answers To Some Very Important Collagen Questions...

Does Rubbing Your Face Produce Collagen?

Yes, a simple massage can both strengthen muscle memory and spur collagen production. Gently massaging your facial muscles daily can also boost blood circulation, making the skin look refreshed and more youthful.

Does Coffee Affect Collagen?

Caffeine suppresses collagen production by preventing cell growth and interfering with the development of cartilage. In turn, this affects the ability to make new collagen and the genes involved in maturing cartilage cells. One study found that caffeine reduces collagen synthesis in human skin.

What Causes Rapid Collagen Loss?

The collagen tissues support the formation of bones, tendons and cartilage that form depending on the level of mineralization. However, an individual can lose collagen components in the body due to exposure to ultraviolet light, tobacco, excessive intake of sugar, and aging.

Here Are Just 13 Foods That Protect and Increase Collagen Production?

1. Broth

2. Chicken

3. Fish and Shellfish

4. Egg Whites

5. Citrus Fruit

6. Berries

7. Tropical Fruit

8. Garlic

9. Leafy Greens

10. Beans

11. Cashews

12. Tomatoes

13. Bell Peppers

Take Always!

Help stabilize and reverse the signs of aging on the inside with foods that strengthen, increase and protect collagen. Fresh, natural skin care products like Dr. Lucy Pure Natural Skin Care on the outside. Our products contain the highest quality of naturally potent, plant based ingredients with botanical hyaluronic acid on the market today.

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

Why Your Skin Care Routine Should Include a Face Oil!

Face oils are an elixir of different essential and plant-based oils specifically chosen to not clog pores. Your face produces a natural oil called sebum, and you may see it come out of your pores if you gently squeeze. That oil typically builds up on the nose, chin, and forehead. While some people may feel that they have an excess of oil, typically, oily skin is a sign that your skin is trying to overcompensate for a lack of hydration. That is where facial oil comes in.

If you’re uncertain as to whether or not you really need this product, this article will explain why your skincare routine should include face oil to help you decide if this method of moisturizing is right for you.

Face Oil Works With Any Skin Type!

Adding nourishing oil like jojoba and rosehip is great for all skin types. Whether your skin is mature, dry, oily, or blemish-prone, all skin needs oil to be healthy. Many people shy away from adding oil because they fear it will only cause more problems or will enhance their already oily skin. Nothing is further from the truth. Providing your skin with these oils will lessen overall oil production.

Face Oil Locks in Hydration...

Ideally, face oil is the very last step in your skincare routine. Oil should go on after you’ve cleansed, toned, applied any serums, and moisturized your face. This is because face oil is thick and can penetrate through moisturizers and serums. However, if you’re doing this step during the day, always apply your SPF after your face oil, as it should always be your very last step. You can also apply face oil one to two times a day, depending on your skin care needs.

Face Oil Can Help Distressed Skin

Face oil contains essential fats that are good for the epidermis. Your skin needs these fats to help fill in the gaps between cells. Think of it as filling in cracks between concrete to make the surface smoother overall. Face oil will help you build a healthy skin barrier to give you healthier skin and a natural glow.

Everyone should include face oil in their skincare routine, especially if their overall skincare goal is to have healthy glowing skin.

Are You Making a Big Mistake When Applying Eye Cream?

I'm going to do a quick eye gel vs. eye cream based on my own personal studies which still in the long run is my opinion:). Then I'll let you decide which one you prefer, so let's dive in!

It's Been Said the Eyes Are the Window To the Soul.

Since the skin care market is saturated with every kind of eye cream or gel you can imagine, it's sometimes hard to know which kind to buy. You might even think that using your regular facial moisturizer on your eye area is sufficient. It hydrates your skin and it may even contain an anti-aging formula, so it should be enough for your eyes, too, right? Well, not exactly. Your facial moisturizer is meant for a different type of skin on your face. Facial moisturizers in general are way too thick and usually have too many different kinds of oils and humectants for this delicate eye area.

Eye Gel's vs. Eye Cream's...

Gel
Since the delicate eye area is one of the first spots to show signs of aging and stress, eye gel is a very important step in your skin care regime. It doesn't just help reduce puffiness and increase brightening, anti-aging, firming and tightening, but it can also moisturize and nourish your sensitive eye area to ensure your entire complexion is getting the best possible results.

A gel absorbs very quickly. But don’t be fooled into thinking this means they don’t hydrate the skin. In fact, they are a nutrient dense powerhouse for that sensitive eye skin. Gels can reverse prominent signs of aging and tiredness and can improve circulation in the area surrounding the eye.

Creams
Creams can definitely have the active ingredients your delicate eye area needs. BUT creams are heavier by nature and usually have extra added oils. These extra oils don't absorb into the delicate eye area like a gel would.

An eye cream can also weigh down the delicate under eye area, causing your skin to sag and makeup to slide and settle into any fine lines and wrinkles.

As you can see I personally prefer a gel over a cream for better absorption and deeper penetration of active ingredients. It's lighter weight consistency doesn't weigh down the undereye area, or cause your makeup to melt. Win, win and win!

P.S. When You Apply the Eye Gel or Cream...

Make sure you use gentle taps to avoid tugging on the skin. This goes for the entire area above and below the eye. And use your ring or pinkie finger to apply your eye product — they tend to be the weakest fingers, so they won’t pull on your skin as much.

To Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

Help! My Eyes and Face Are Puffy in the Morning!

I wanted to share some great advice from Dr. Janet Zand, N.D. on Lymphatic drainage for the face!

You know how some mornings you wake up, look in the mirror, and whoa! Your face is so puffy!

Sometimes, you know what caused it. Maybe you ate too much salt the day before. Or you drank too much caffeine or alcohol, which are dehydrating. (Facial puffiness is essentially caused by water retention.)

Other times, the cause isn’t so clear. That’s because puffiness can also be caused by things like hormonal changes, stress, a lack of sleep, allergies, and even the weather!

But whatever the cause, there’s good news: There’s an easy way to quickly de-puff your face in the morning, and it only takes a couple of minutes.

Here’s how to do it...

Enjoy a face massage
Start with a quick massage that stimulates lymphatic drainage. Stimulating lymphatic drainage will get all the excess fluid to move toward the lymph nodes, where it can be carried away.

To do this, use a face roller that you keep stored in the fridge. (Cold temps constrict blood vessels and reduce swelling). As for what kind of face roller to use, you don’t need to spend a lot of money unless you just really want to.

Okay, so here’s what to do...

Start with clean skin. Give your face a splash with cold water -- ice-cold water is even better!

Then, apply your moisturizer and eye cream. Ideally you want to use an eye cream with active ingredients for reducing puffiness.

Next, get your roller (or spoon). You’re going to do one side of your face at a time.

• Start at the center of your chin, rolling out and up toward your ear. Do three strokes with light pressure.

• Now move the roller up to the side of your mouth and repeat, rolling out toward your ear three times again.

• Then start at the side of your nose and repeat the same motion.

• Roll it under your eye, moving it horizontally toward your temple, and repeat it on your eyelid.

• Move to your forehead, rolling it from your brow to your hairline.

• Now roll it horizontally out toward your temple.

Then you’ll repeat this massage on the other side of your face.

If you have more time and need more de-puffing, you can always add more cold therapy.

How? With an inexpensive gel-pack face mask. These masks are made specifically for the face, with openings for your eyes, nose, and mouth. (They’re also great for relieving sinus pain!) Put it in the freezer for 30 minutes, then put it on your face for 10-15 minutes.

Finally, make it your goal for the day to drink lots of water ... and to avoid salt, alcohol, and caffeine. That way, you’ll address the root cause of puffiness. And you’ll wake up to much better skin the next morning.

So try these tips out, and let me know how it goes!

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

P.S. The green and white tea in the Dr. Lucy 2-in-1 Hydrating Serum is awesome for depuffing and brightening the skin!

Do You Know What Will Personally "TURN ME OFF" Faster Than a New York Minute?!...

Ok, but before you shoot the messenger, step back with me so I can explain why I will push this particular Dr. Lucy masque forever.

Look I get it 1000%! Adding Yet ANOTHER product to my ALREADY skin care regime... are you kidding me?!

Sorry, but NOW is the time to remove the summer's dry, dead skin cells. Plus, keep your skin nourished, hydrated and calm throughout the fall and winter months. Actually through every changing season for that matter. By the way, extra cold, wet and snowy is in the forecast across the U.S. this winter!:)

I have learned the hard way, not all skin care masques are created equal.

I have burned, dried out and rashed-up my skin just by trying out the new Holy Grail of skin care masques. They all promise to work wonders but in reality some are nothing more than toxic ingredients in a pretty container that disrupts the skins mantle.

A proper hydrating skin care masque is always highly underrated. What do I mean by this?

In a nutshell?! IT WILL IMPROVE YOUR SKIN! We think if it doesn't burn, dry, peel or just plain hurt it's not working. Actually it's the complete opposite! Skin is live tissue that needs to be kept in its proper little "ecosystem". When we constantly hurt our skin it could show right away or possibly permanently!

If you have followed Dr. Lucy from day one, then you know all I have ever talked about are top of the line, fresh, natural, potent enough ingredients and properly formulated products. With this said, each and everyone of the Dr. Lucy products have their own stand alone purpose and
this special nutrient dense masque plumps, calms, boosts collagen production, diminishes fine lines, wrinkles and promotes a denser more youthful, hydrated, glowing skin... again!

Repeat! Major Masque Benefits!

The Luscious Rose Equalizer Hydrating Masque will prep your skin, taking your skin care products to a whole new level, giving it a more beautiful, youthful look.

The Luscious Rose Equalizer Hydrating Mask helps to naturally and gently exfoliate, brighten, revitalize, aid in cell renewal, stimulates collagen production, aids in skin density (thicker, younger, plump skin) softens, deeply nourishes, soothes, calms and refines your skin.

Did I mention a proper hydrating masque like the Luscious Rose Equalizer Hydrating Masque will also help with sagging skin? Yes, that too! Boost That Collagen and Elastin!

You have nothing to lose and everything to gain by incorporating this very special hydrating masque once, twice or three times a week into your skin care regime. Besides, who doesn't need a few minutes a week to stop, relax and reconnect with yourself.

P.S. The Luscious Rose Equalizer Hydrating Masque is so nourishing and gentle you could use it everyday if you like!

My "Monthly" and Menopause Story!

What does this have to do with skincare? Read on and see...

I'm asked quite frequently about menopause and skin issues. Here is a review of my own personal story!

This October newsletter is a bit different from my usual newsletters in that I am going to share with you my transition from my "monthly" into menopause. Remember, skin care is just one part of the human body puzzle.

I was asked by my husband, if I would be willing to share an article in his clinic newsletter on how I went through menopause and what I did to help my symptoms and hormones, so of course I said yes!

My personal story on my “monthly”.

And how I mastered Menopause!

Maybe it will help you too!...

Some of you know me already and some of you do not, so let me introduce myself. My name is Rebecca Siegfried and yes, you guessed it, I am Dr. Siegfried’s wife! Just to give you my basic background, I have four beautiful children and nine grandchildren (wow that went fast!), I own my own natural skin care company called Dr. Lucy Pure Natural Skin Care (www.drlucy.net) and we sell exclusively in the US. I am also a retired microcurrent technician and a massage therapist.

Why am I telling you this?

I’m going to share my personal story of how I not only got through my “monthly”, (I honestly never used this word, but I will for the sake of the men reading this testimonial) and menopause with very few symptoms, but also how I kept all my female organs in the process even though the odds were stacked completely against me.

WARNING! Haha!

If this testimonial is too personal for you to read, you might want to stop right here. If you can handle it, then let’s get going!

Ok, let’s get started!

I could deal quite well with my periods, monthly, that time of the month, or whatever you want to call this “natural event” (be nice to yourself) in my 20’s and into the start of my 30’s. But when I got into my middle 30’s things started to change and not in a good way. That time of the month became harder and harder for me to deal with. The hormonal headaches were pretty bad, flow was way too heavy, feeling very off was a constant for about three to four days.
Once I got into my 40’s some of the months for about a week were just shear torture and I never knew how bad the symptoms would become. I can say without the Chiropractic care and certain supplements I think I would have been even worse off!
I knew by about age 45 I was heading straight on into menopause and needless to say, it was very daunting to say the least.

My Family History…

All the women in my family on both sides had had the “typical” hysterectomy’s whether they needed it or not, so this left me with no one to talk to about this very surreal time in my life…at least that is what I thought.

My Aunt (Dad’s sister) was visiting my parents at the time, so I went over to say hi. Auntie Joy (love her name) asked me how I was doing, and since I knew, I could talk to her about anything, I started telling her about my big “M” worries. Fortunately, she let me talk away!

Now I assumed Auntie Joy had never gone through menopause because of having a hysterectomy just like the rest of the women in my family. But I was so wrong! All of a sudden, she stopped me in mid-sentence to say, “Honey, I went through menopause and I have all my parts!” What a shock this was for me to hear! Then came my one hundred and one questions to her about her personal menopause process, questions like: Did you have hot flashes? Did you suffer the whole time with other problems and symptoms? How were your mood swings? Night sweats? Weight gain? And the list went on! She patiently listened to me. When I finally came up for air and asked her the million-dollar question: “What did you do or take to get through menopause?” She said: “Rebecca, I went to my doctor (medical doctor!) with some of these same questions and he said very simply, yet clearly, I want you to take WHEAT GERM OIL”.

What?! You’re kidding me, right? Only wheat germ oil? It can’t be this simple, it must have been more complicated than this?! I swear (actually, I don’t swear) she said wheat germ oil about ten times to me before it really sunk in.

I thought to myself, no way could this have been this simple…but it was. Her hot flashes stopped, flow balanced out and then stopped naturally, mood swings balanced back out, even her skin was glowing and beautiful (very French, very Irish, very German woman)!
You are probably wondering why doc didn’t tell me this about wheat germ oil and some other supplements. Well, it’s embarrassing for me to say, but he did. Sometimes you just need a woman in your own family telling you so that it really hits home.

What did I do and still do to this day?

I try to take wheat germ oil and other whole food supplements doc has recommended to me every single day (honestly, I do). I watch what I eat because it is all related to hormones and how you feel. I also exercise every day by at least walking or doing Pilates, light weights and stretching. The body needs to move so that it can flush out the toxins by squeezing the muscles and organs. Plus, oxygen for healing and youthfulness. Plus, I could not live without regular chiropractic care! No sales pitch here. I personally could not imagine life without organic food, the whole food supplements, exercise, and chiropractic care! Growing up in the country with lots of horses proved to me life without chiropractic would have been a much harder life to live!

Moral of the story?

I hope this little story will help any of you during your “monthly”, going into perimenopause, menopause or after you have gone through menopause. Or if you have had a hysterectomy or partial hysterectomy (YES, there is natural help for you too!).
Feed your body, feed your hormones for a happier and healthier life!

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

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The Dr. Lucy Face Oil was designed for dry, normal, oily, combination and aging skin. Aids in cell renewal and repair, protects, moisturizes, brightens, stimulates collagen production, with antioxidants and vitamins A-betacarotene, C, D and Wheat Germ Oil-E, just to name a few.

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Our day-to-day activities make us unaware of the passing of time. We enjoy our daily routines and the habitual part of our routines, applying makeup and getting dressed is most automatic. Then, one morning we look in our mirror and see a face that is no longer youthful, glowing, plump, hydrated, and luminescent.

The Dr. Lucy Pure Natural Skin Care line was designed in the fresh, natural French style way just for these issues. Plus, the essential oils, carrier oils and natural ingredients in our skin care line nourish all types of skin, giving each type what it needs to balance, stay stress free and truly come alive. That is the magic of true, fresh, natural skin care!

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Can Hyaluronic Acid Really Bind 1000 Times It's Weight In Water?!...

"Why's Hyaluronic Acid so magical? For starters, HA can bind up to 1000 times its weight in water! In other words, it functions as a humectant and holds water molecules onto the surface of your skin to keep it nice and hydrated." -Healthline.com

I'm kind of a natural science nerd in a way. I am fascinated with why and how something works, especially if it has to do with the skin and body!

So Let's jump in and let me try to breakdown how skin ages, the problem with the loss of Hyaluronic Acid (HA) and what YOU can do to help slow down this process forever!_

Here Comes My Science Nerd Talk!

Hold On and Hang in There! I Think You Will Understand Where I Am Going With This!...

What is Aging Skin?
Skin aging has two different biological processes. The first is intrinsic (natural) or innate aging. This process is going to happen to our bodies whether we like it or not and is unpreventable.

The intrinsic process affects all internal organs just the same as your great, big external organ which is the skin.

Intrinsic (internal) skin aging is influenced by hormonal changes that occur with age, such as the gradual decreased production of sex hormones (androgen) from the mid-twenties and diminishing estrogens and progesterone associated with menopause. This deficiency in estrogens and androgens results in collagen degradation, dryness, loss of elasticity, epidermal atrophy and wrinkling of the skin-(Dermato Endocrinology, US National Library of Medicine, July 2012).

The second is extrinsic aging. This process happens when you are exposed to external factors, such as ultraviolet (UV) rays or irradiation, environmental chemicals, etc. This is also known as the dreaded "photoaging" process.

What is "Photoaging"?
This is damage to the skin from the sun. It has many names such as photodamage, solar damage, or sun damage.

Which Brings Us to Why You Need Hyaluronic Acid or HA On Your Skin Everyday!...

"In the dermis, HA is responsible for regulating water balance and maintaining the cell structure by utilizing its high water retention and viscosity. These facts suggest that HA is an important substance that maintains a healthy skin. The structure of hyaluronan."- Biomedcentral, Jul 11, 2014

Ok So Wait, What About My Collagen?...

Hyaluronic Acid and collagen are interrelated and cross-linked together.

Loss of moisture (HA) in the skin means loss of collagen. Which also brings about dehydration, atrophy and loss of elasticity which characterizes aged skin.

"Hyaluronic acid is a sugar molecule that occurs naturally in the skin, [and] it helps to bind water to collagen, trapping it in the skin so that skin can appear plumper, dewier, and more hydrated." Explains board-certified dermatologist Tsippora Shainhouse.

"Hyaluronic acid helps skin stretch, flex and reduces skin wrinkles and lines. Hyaluronic acid is also proven to help wounds heal faster and can reduce scarring." -Clevelandclinc.org May 4, 2022

"The marketing for collagen products claims they can improve skin elasticity, reduce visible wrinkles, and increase blood flow to the skin. "Collagen is what keeps our skin from sagging, giving us that plump, youthful look." cedars-sinai.org Jan 15, 2020

So as you can see, HA is a really BIG deal for your beautiful skin journey!

Botanical Hyaluronic Acid vs. Lab-Created Bioidentical Hyaluronic Acid...

Botanical Hyaluronic Acid is usually created by bio-fermentation in a lab rather than harvesting from rooster combs or originally cow eyeballs in the 1940's.

Generally in skincare, when you see hyaluronic acid, it means sodium hyaluronate that was LAB-created to be bioidentical (synthetic) to the botanical hyaluronic acid found in nature.

Bottom Line? Botanical HA YES! Lab-Created HA NO!

The Botanical Hyaluronic Acid that is used in our/your Dr. Lucy products, is the safest most natural and effective Hyaluronic Acid on the market today! Natural, safe, effective and toxic free now that's a win, win!!

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

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How Can I Have Thick, Youthful Skin?

You can help repair your skin's barrier by simplifying your skin care regime, using natural products with a suitable pH, and using a moisturizer that contains humectants like botanical hyaluronic acid.

BUT That's Not All!

Read on to see how beautiful skin is truly an inside-outside job and not complicated at all!

What Causes Thin Skin?

Aging, sun exposure, genetics, certain medications and harsh chemical skin care products all play a role in thinning skin. These can also weaken the skin and blood vessels in the skin.

How Can I Strengthen My Skin Barrier Naturally?

Take an extra gentle approach, opting for the mildest products that still do the job. Forgo harsh scrubs, rough buffing tools, drying masks and use a natural alpha hydroxy exfoliant product instead.

Eat foods that are rich in vitamins A, C and E. These vitamins not only repair worn out tissues in the body, but also slow down the aging process. Foods rich in vitamin C help to increase collagen production, which aids in thickening the skin over time.

Foods that are rich in vitamin C include citrus fruits, oranges, kiwi fruit, broccoli, tomatoes and cauliflower.

Foods that are rich in vitamin E are olive oil, avocados, broccoli, pumpkin, papayas, mangoes and tomatoes.

Foods rich in vitamin A include oranges, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, spinach and carrots.

It's also been shown repeatedly that omega-3 fatty acids as in salmon, sardines, caviar, cod liver oil, flaxseed oil, etc. are chocked full of omega-3's. These types of foods are essential for increasing collagen production, and therefore, making our skin stronger and improving the barrier function of our skin.

Natural Skin Care Products Like Dr. Lucy's Will Aid in Thickening the Skin...

We have found skin – like yours – that has been treated with natural ingredients like in the Dr. Lucy natural skin care products, becomes stronger, thicker and more dynamic.

Many different chemicals are used in commercial cosmetics. Some of them, such as retinols and steroids, can cause serious problems. When they also include water-from unknown sources that may be highly polluted plus animal products that come from things we don’t want to think about. We do know that these products send our already aging skin into “overdrive”, this wreaks havoc on our hormones, soft tissues, etc., causes us to age faster!

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

P.S. Remember, the Dr. Lucy products are designed to strengthen and thicken your skin...naturally!

P.P.S. We would love to have you share your Bonjour French Friday with friends, family or anyone you think might need a little natural skin care help and encouragement! Merci!

Should I Be Using a Natural Face Serum Going Into Fall? Yes and Here's Why!

Fall is in the air! Autumn season can leave your skin feeling dull and dry, which means it’s likely to be more sensitive than normal. You may notice it is becoming visibly irritated due to redness, dry patches or blotchiness that crops up.

What Should I Do?

After cleansing with your crème cleanser and using your balancing toner, your gel serum is a must before your moisturizer!

Facial serums are formulated to provide delicate facial skin with targeted nutrition to meet specific skin care needs. They are concentrated and do not contain the occlusive ingredients you find in lotions and cremes. In fact, serums can both nourish and hydrate the skin and provide the highest concentration of active ingredients, much more than most other facial care products. They are fast-absorbing and designed to address specific issues you may be experiencing with your skin. Think of facial serums like vitamins for your skin!

As I have said, natural face serums can nourish and hydrate your skin to a whole new level of beautiful!

When Should I Start Using My Face Serum?

NOW actually, and for the rest of your life!

Your skin desperately needs the extra protection, and fast absorption that a natural gel serum can give you during the cooler months. With mega boosting nutrients, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants to protect, heal, soothe, plump and calm your skin.

Think of a serum as the secret weapon for treating skin issues like dryness, dullness, fine lines, wrinkles, uneven skintone — and a moisturizer as the key to hydrating your skin.

For You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

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The Truth About Skin Care, Devices and Results!

As we age, skin regeneration slows drastically. What once was a 6-week cycle of skin cell regeneration can easily turn into 12 weeks and longer and that's with being consistent.

When it comes to skin care products and devices, it’s all about safety, consistency and keeping up a regular routine.

Most of the changes that take place in the skin when we are using skincare products and skin care devices are very subtle. That is why it's so important to track your progress with photos. This is a great way to see those improvements!

Once a week is a good timeframe. These photos are for your eyes only so don't worry about what they look like!

We live minute by minute with ourselves, looking in the mirror and not always seeing our beautiful face in a good way. So tracking by writing down or marking on the calendar our skin care accomplishments will give us hope and some satisfaction about our progress.

True Story...

When I was treating clients as a micro current technician, we would take a before and after photo to track the clients progress. You would be surprised how many clients would say that they aren't sure if they see that much of an improvement in their appearance after using and finishing the micro current sessions. That is until we took the after photo, then they were absolutely amazed with their results!

I remember one client that came in for micro current treatments because her husband let her know (a lot) that he was tired of looking at her "old face". Boy did I have to bite my tongue off when I heard this! Anyway, we did the before and after photos as usual, then she brought her split screen photo copy back to her husband to show him her results, needless to say HE was very happy. But you know what I was impressed with? This client told me she was happy with herself either way!

How long will it take to see changes in my skin?

This will vary with age, lifestyle, diet choices, skin care products and devices.

I obviously will recommend to you the Dr. Lucy products because they are fresh, natural, potent, safe for you and your skin, tested, tried and true!

I will also recommend to you a couple of "Boot Camp" skin care devices that I use and know work amazingly well. Plus they are safe for you to use. See devices at end of this article.

Some of those subtle changes you can track when using your skin care products and devices...

Many see small changes in fine lines first.

Skins texture and or flakiness is starting to improve.

Skin tone improvement.

Skin around the eyes look more lifted.

Irritation and inflammation is more calm.

Less puffiness under eyes.

Skin appears a bit brighter.

The jaw line might look a bit more defined.

Here are some "middle of the road" time line averages for your skin improvements...

Cleansers: Immediately to one month
I will always and forever recommend a crème cleanser like Dr. Lucy's Gentle Crème Cleanser. Right after cleansing your skin should feel soft and smooth; not dry, greasy, or tight. Keeping your skin balance and not stripped of important and essential skin oils is key to beautiful skin!

Toners: 1-2 weeks
For toners like Dr. Lucy's Balance and Refresh with added benefits like added hydration and nourishing nutrients.

Retinol: 4-6 weeks
I personally do not recommend pharmaceutical retinol's. In the long these retinol's actually "thin out" your skin. The goal is to thicken our skin through time, not to thin it out.

I prefer recommending the natural route like our Revitalizing Face Oil with natural retinoids.

Serums: 6-8 weeks
My preference is to use a gel serum like the Dr. Lucy 2-in-1 Hydrating Serum. Why? Gel has a lighter weight consistency with small molecules for deeper penetration. Gels also do not have added humectants like cream serums, which have a tendency to weigh down the thin tissue around the eye area. Just say YES to nutrient dense, lightweight gel serums!

No eye creams: 4-8 weeks
Same as the serum definition above. Creams just have too many humectants and not enough penetration.

Face moisturizers: 1-2 weeks
Consistently using a nutrient dense face moisturizer like Dr. Lucy's Ultra Moisturizer morning and evening is the key to seeing softer, plumper more hydrated skin quickly.

Hydrating masques:
Immediate results. Hydrating, nutrient dense masques with Atlantic sea kelp like Dr. Lucy's Luscious Rose Equalizer Hydrating Masque will deeply nourish your skin, leaving it soft, smooth, cleansed, hydrated, calm and balanced.

So what is the solution?

Make sure you are extremely consistent with your skin care products and devises then you will see results! Plus, you will also stave off many future issues.

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

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Do Your Collagen Supplements Really Work for Your Skin?

Before we get started, I want to apologize for no Bonjour French Friday last week! I was at a meeting in Los Angeles, actually at the Hilton Hotel, LAX and for some reason I forgot to send it out! Could I have scheduled it on autopilot? YES! But did I? NO! I/we missed this step!

When did I realize this? Sitting in the meeting on Sunday morning! It hit me like a ton of bricks! (I hate it when it does that!). Anyway, meeting was great, flight was great (watched James Bond, Quantum of Solace). When I finally got home, my cozy Casper bed felt heavenly!

Let's talk about collagen supplements, some pros and cons, then you decide...

Even though research about the effectiveness of collagen supplements is still in its early stages, pills and powders that contain collagen have gained popularity in recent years.

Collagen supplements are often advertised as being able to do things like restore sagging skin and diminish wrinkles. Some research supports the idea that collagen supplements can be beneficial to your skin and overall health, but the research is very limited.

Collagen is an important part of our skin's makeup, it provides structural support and elasticity. After age 20, people begin slowly losing their body's collagen supply each year.

What happens when you consume collagen supplements?

You can't actually target specific areas of your body and these products may not be absorbed by your body in a way that will make a visible or notable difference in your skin.

Like most proteins, when collagen is heated, it loses all of its structure with the unwinding and separation of Atom proteins, etc. Then, when this denatured mass of tangled chains cools down, it soaks up all of the surrounding water like a sponge, forming gelatin, which you don't want... Had to get a little chemistry talk in.

Look at it this way...

Powder collagen should not gel, but food collagen (like bone broth, etc.) should gel.

In a nut shell? "Fuggedaboutit"!

Heat harms the potency and effectiveness of a variety of vitamins and other nutrients. Starting at about 120 °F and going all the way up to 240 °F, which is about 30 degrees hotter than boiling water! Anything above 240 °F? Denatured and pretty much down and out for the count!

Most collagen supplements and powders are not highly regulated.

Since the FDA categorizes supplements as a food, not a drug, they do not verify the claims made about these items.

Healthier alternatives? YES please!

The effects of collagen supplements continue to be researched and debated. Instead of buying these supplements, you can always help your body make more collagen naturally by ensuring your diet is packed with healthy foods.

Foods that contain gelatin, such as bone broth, provide collagen.

Gelatin is a protein substance derived from collagen after it’s cooked and is found in the connective tissues of animals. Thus, foods such as chicken skin, pork skin, beef, and fish are sources of collagen.

Major Collagen Food Players...
Proline: found in egg whites, dairy, cabbage, mushrooms, and asparagus
Glycine: found in pork skin, chicken skin, and gelatin, and a variety of other protein-rich foods
Vitamin C: for collagen synthesis. Found in citrus fruits and bell peppers
Zinc: found in beef, lamb, pork, shellfish, chickpeas, lentils, beans, milk, cheese, and various nuts and seeds
Copper: found in organ meats, cocoa powder, cashews, sesame seeds, and lentils

Bottom line?

Dr. Lucy will help you in taking care of your collagen and elastin on the outside. You take care of your collagen from the inside. :)

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

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P.P.S. We would absolutely love it if you would share the Bonjour French Friday with your friends and loved ones! Merci, merci!

Is Summer Changing Your Skin and Not for the Better?

We all love a bit of summer fun in the sun. But what do you do when all of that summer fun starts taking its toll on your skin?

7 Questions and Answers to Help Your Summer Skin Look Calm and Dewy Fresh!

1. Can hot weather cause skin problems?
Heat rash — also known as prickly heat and miliaria — isn't just for babies. It affects adults, too, especially in hot, humid conditions. Heat rash occurs when sweat is trapped in the skin. Symptoms can range from small blisters to deep, inflamed lumps- Mayo Clinic

2. Fewer temperature fluctuations
If the air is lacking humidity, your skin can lack moisture, especially when you're sitting in air-conditioning all day. "Both strip the skin of much-needed moisture, causing a dehydration and importantly to note an impaired barrier function. For many people this can result in not only a really parched skin but also a sensitive one too." Emma Hobson, Education Manager for the International Dermal Institute.

3. Cooler showers and baths
“Benefits of a cold shower include strengthening the contractile fibers (fibers capable of or producing contraction :)) to improve firmness, closing pores which helps reduce the ingress of pollution in the skin at least temporarily, and strengthening the arterioles to improve the skin’s ability to respond to injury.” - Dr. Carl Thornfeldt, the founder of Epionce Skin Care

4. Anti-inflammatory UV light
Surprisingly, ultraviolet light (the type emitted by the sun) can have a positive effect on the skin, thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties. 10-20 minutes is a great start!

5. SPF should be worn daily, regardless of the weather
Try to find a natural, lightweight, gentle sunscreen with minimum SPF30 protection that has UVA and UVB protection.

6. Make sure your makeup is noncomedogenic
That's an elaborate word for a product formulated without pore-clogging ingredients.

7. To hydrate your skin, drinking water isn't enough
"You also need to focus on two main areas a) prevention of moisture loss form the skin by having a good barrier function combined with products that repair and protect the skins barrier, and b) to use hydrating products which contain humectants, which boost and bind moisture to the surface of the skin preventing dehydration. "Emma Hobson, Education Manager for the International Dermal Institute

So How Can Dr. Lucy Help With "Summer Skin" in a Positive Way?

Summer or winter for that matter, can cause our skin to become extremely unhappy with rashes, dehydration, uneven skin-tone, and the list goes on.

Nourish, Renew and Protect is our jam!...Sorry, I had to say that.:)

Dr. Lucy not only nourishes and protects, but renews by aiding in cellular regeneration and collagen stimulation, which are all keys to youthful, plump, happy skin!

P.S. Don't miss the NEW Dr. Lucy Replenishing Trio! Just visit our store without walking out your door!...Maybe this should be one of our new taglines:)

P.P.S. We would love to have you share the Dr. Lucy "Bonjour French Friday" with friends and loved ones! We are here to help others whenever we can!

To You and Your Beautiful Skin!
Rebecca

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REPLENISHING TRIO!

Nourish, Renew, Protect

Our Skin Needs to Constantly Repair Due to Aging and the Damaging Effects of Over Exposure to Harsh Elements in Our Environment.

2-in1 Hydrating Serum

Nourish, aid in cellular renewal and regeneration of collagen and elastin by way of smaller molecules with naturally potent ingredients like aloe ( Vitamins A-betacarotene, C, E, plus 20 minerals), rooibos (Vitamins D and Zinc), DMAE, antioxidants, MSM and Botanical Hyaluronic Acid. Formulated for dry, normal, oily, combination, aging and chaotic skin.

Antioxidant powered for more stable, calm, renewed skin.

This potent, silky gel serum made for both face and eye area. Aids in the overall health of your skin, plumps fine lines and wrinkles, brightens and even-out skin tone, strengthens tissue, delicate eye area.

Apply your nutrient dense 2-in-1 Hydrating Serum after cleansing and toning, then apply the Ultra Moisturizer with Botanical Hyaluronic Acid, collagen stimulating vitamins and minerals for dewy, hydrated, glowing skin perfection!

Original Proprietary Blend Face Oil

Transform your skin to a balanced, dewy, glowing, younger looking you!

If you are looking to have healthier, younger looking skin without harsh chemicals, add this luxurious, nutrient and antioxidant rich, proprietary blend face oil to your skin care routine.

Aids in cell renewal and repair, protects, moisturize, brighten, stimulate collagen production, with antioxidants and vitamins A-betacarotene, C, D and Wheat Germ Oil-E, just to name a few.

Original proprietary blend face oil that is designed for dry, normal, oily, combination and aging skin.

Ultra Moisturizer

With botanical hyaluronic acid, has the abilities to balance to your skin type, power to hydrate, protect and heal the skins barrier while producing youthful, glowing skin. Naturally potent ingredients aid in collagen stimulation, cell renewal and regeneration leaving your skin calm, buoyant and with a luminous finish.

With special ingredients like, DMAE, MSM and Botanical Hyaluronic Acid unite with Aloe (Vitamins A-betacarotene, C, E, plus 20 minerals), Shea (Vitamins A, E, K and F) and Jojoba to provide your skin with the ultimate hydration while encouraging collagen stimulation and production.

With special ingredients like, DMAE, MSM and Botanical Hyaluronic Acid unite with Aloe (Vitamins A-betacarotene, C, E, plus 20 minerals), Shea (Vitamins A, E, K and F) and Jojoba to provide your skin with the ultimate hydration while encouraging collagen stimulation and production.

Green and White Tea also work to support a youthful, radiant appearance. Rounding out its benefits, our moisturizer has Vitamin C activity that contributes to a healthy skin tone, brightness, balance and structure by supporting the formation of new collagen and cell renewal. Formulated for dry, normal, oily, combination and aging skin types.

Testimonial!

“Anyone looking for an amazing natural skincare product I would highly suggest Dr. Lucy. I received a free sample to try the product and I am so incredibly impressed with it after using it for two days. My face feels amazing with and without makeup.” -Shelby Crystal