Giveaway-Family Affair-Healthy Skin

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This Summer has been super extra hot.  From beach trips to birthday parties at the parks, we have so much more sun exposure than normal in these months.  I know my skin is feeling very dry, and I am sure my kid's skin is too.

Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas says, "It is common to see kids with uneven skin tone like white spots, especially on their cheeks and arms.  This is due to dry patches of skin that do not tan evenly.  To avoid this, always use a sunscreen to protect your skins from the sun and keep their skin moisturized with Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion.  Perfect for the entire family, this lotion will help you and your kids achieve healthy-looking skin."

So it is important to get your kid's started on a daily routine, especially now that it is BACK TO SCHOOL time:

First, start by teaching your kiddos to apply lotion before they head to school and at nighttime before bed.  It is important to moisturize the entire body.  Do not forget all the creases in your body, like your neck, elbows, and knees.

Right before bedtime, apply the lotion while you give your kiddo a massage.  A good ole massage never hurt anyone and will help them relax.  My kids love massages.  Massage will ensure their skin absorbs all the lotion and is not rubbed off on their jammies.

It is ideal to moisturize within 3 minutes after their bath or shower.  Applying lotion when the skin is still damp will help trap in moisture, preventing dry skin.

If you have smaller children, like I do, try making this a routine a little more fun by singing a song or playing a game.  My toddler loves making up songs, and likes when mami makes up songs too.

Start this school year right, by using Lubriderm.  Enter to win the Lubriderm Back to School giveaway:

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Skincare Sunday-Stop the Itch

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How hot is it?  I know our skin is taking a beating this summer.  As hot as it may be, don't forget to take care of your skin.  We not only have to deal with itchy, and dry skin but mosquito bites too.

Here are some tips from Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas:

-Don't pick at your skin:  Scratching or picking a spot will interfere with the skin's healing process.  
This is kinda hard for most of us.  Specially the kiddos.

-Moisturize Daily.  Prevent further irritation by applying a soothing moisturizer daily.

I know the heat.  You don't have to tell me twice.  What I do is, apply after a cool shower.

-Protect Your Skin.  Wear long, loose layers to help shield your skin from the sun's rays.

Too hot for long sleeve, yes I agree.  In the Summers I live in sleeveless shirts but then my arms are not protected from the sun.

Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas says,

"Itchy, dry skin can be a major distraction any time of the year.  Routine application of Lubriderm Soothing Relief Daily Lotion with cooling menthol can help minimize the discomfort from itchy, dry skin, leaving skin with no greasy residue."

About Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas:

Dr. Rivas is a Hispanic Board Certified dermatologist in Miami, FL. She is an active member of the American Academy of Dermatology, received her Medical Doctor Degree at the Universidad Central de Venezuela and performed her residency at the University of Miami - Jackson Memorial Hospital. 

Giveaway-Spring into Healthy-Looking Skin

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How well are you taking care of your skin?

Dr Maria Patricia Rivas says, "Months of cold winter weather can leave skin feeling parched and red.  Help your skin recover by treating it with a gentle moisturizer, applied directly after the shower.  For additional protection and moisturization, apply Lubriderm Daily Moisture Lotion with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 15 during the daytime and remember to schedule your yearly skin examination with your dermatologist."

April showers bring May flowers...and lots of sun.  As soon as we see the sun, we want to run out with our short sleeves and shorts.  But do we realize what the sun can do?  The harmful effects if we do not moisturize or protect our skin.

Ease your skin's adjustment to summer weather with these tips:

-Moisturize skin immediately after your bath or shower.
-Treat skin gently by avoiding over-exfoliation.
-Avoid the sun between 10 am and 2 pm, when it is the strongest and use protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirts, pants, hats, and sunglasses.
-Keep children out of the sun as their skin is vulnerable.

These healthy habits are for the entire family.  Help get your kids started in the right direction by teaching them how important it is to protect our skin.  The younger the better.  These are great habits to teach the little ones for them to follow and continue to follow as they grow older.

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CLOSED***Giveaway-LUBRIDERM Advanced Therapy Lotion

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How cold is it where you are?  Are you taking care of your skin?  The winter cold can be very harsh on your skin.  Your skin protects your body and keeps it warm.

Remember temperatures are changing and as the air gets cooler and less humid, skin tends to get dry and rough.  Restore the moisture for healthier-looking skin with LUBRIDERM® Advanced Therapy Lotion.  Apply all over the body twice a day for long lasting relief and more resilient skin in just one week! 

Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas' recommend this product for your winter daily moisturizing routine.

LUBRIDERM® Advanced Therapy Moisturizing Lotion:

Clinically shown to provide relief for extra dry skin, making it healthier-looking and more resilient in just one week.  The formula, infused with Vitamins B5 and E as well as essential lipids naturally found in healthy skin, soothes and moisturizes, leaving skin soft and supple.

 

How to enter giveaway-

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2)  What is your winter daily moisturizing routine?  Any tips? (1 entry)

3)  Share on social media.  Come back and leave a comment with the link, must tag #ludridermwinterskin and @independentmami 

This giveaway ends 12/3 at midnight.  1 winner will be randomly selected.  Once notified they will have 24 hours to claim their prize. Product will be provided by sponsor.  US only.  Good Luck.

Skincare Sunday-LUBRIDERM Top 3 Summer Skincare Tips

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LUBRIDERM® Hispanic Board Certified Dermatologist, Dr. Maria Patricia Rivas shares her tips on how to nourish and protect your skin this summer for a flawless, supple appearance.

As temperatures rise and the sun rays shine this summer, it is important for Latinas to understand the importance of skincare and sun protection.  Although Latinas have a higher concentration of melanin (what gives skin its pigment), they are still prone to skin aging and cancer if they do not use protection.  

Keep your skin moisturized.

The lotion you select should be determined based on your skin type: normal, dry, sensitive, etc. Based on these characteristics, lotions will have more or less ingredients to address your specific skincare needs. That is why LUBRIDERM® is a trusted brand, developed by dermatologists, that offers several options for different types of skin. There are options for normal and dry skin, as well as those for sensitive skin, which are free of certain ingredients and fragrances that could potentially irritate the skin.

It is important to use a moisturizing lotion all over the body at least once a day. LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Lotion is great for everyday use because it is formulated with vitamin B5 and other skin essential moisturizers to improve the moisture barrier for visibly healthier skin that feels soft and smooth.

If you suffer from dry skin, it is recommended to use a lotion twice a day including once after you shower or bathe. For patients with dryer skin, LUBRIDERM® Advanced Therapy Lotion is a non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula that works to relieve and restore extra dry skin for a healthy-looking appearance.

Apply 'broad spectrum' sunscreen daily.

Even on cloudy days, UV rays have the ability to reach our skin causing hyperpigmentation and potentially, skin cancer.

The FDA regulations require companies to tell the consumer what type of UV protection a sunscreen offers and what type of rays the sunscreen is capable of protecting against. To be labeled broad spectrum means that the product protects against UVA and UVB rays. The LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Lotion with Sunscreen Broad Spectrum SPF 15, for example, has a fast absorbing formula that delivers broad-spectrum UVA/UVB protection and long-lasting moisture.

Wear sunscreen when near the water and sand and take protective measures.

It is especially important to wear sunscreen when we are near the water and sand because these surfaces reflect the damaging rays of the sun, increasing your chance of sunburn. Besides using sunscreens and lotions, it is recommended to wear protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirts, wide-brimmed hats and sunglasses.

Whether at the beach, pool or park this summer, take care of yourself by incorporating these preventative steps in your daily routines for healthy-looking skin that you can feel comfortable in.

Giveaway-Lubriderm Moisture Collection

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It is getting extremely HOT outside.  School is out.  Are you running around doing activities with the kids, etc?  Mother's Day was last month but for me it should be all the time.  I was a single mother for many years and so I normally celebrated Father's Day too because a single mother has to be both.  In honor of all single mothers and those of us who are moms who we know we deserve more than one day, here is a giveaway to celebrate you.

LUBRIDERM® offers a variety of lotions, from lightly fragranced to fragrance free, to relieve dry skin and provide moisture for a hydrated, smooth and healthy looking appearance.  These lotions include LUBRIDERM® Moisture Shea + Calming Lavender Jasmine, LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Lotion Shea + Enriching Cocoa Butter and LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Fragrance Free all with nutrients to help achieve comfortable, healthier-looking skin. 

Whether you love to smell delicious and relax, or prefer a fragrance free alternative for moisture, LUBRIDERM® has one for you.

Enter to win the Lubriderm Moisture Prize Pack which includes:

LUBRIDERM® Moisture Shea + Calming Lavender Jasmine

LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Lotion Shea + Enriching Cocoa Butter

LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Fragrance Free

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Giveaway-LUBRIDERM® Men's Collection

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This month we celebrate the men in our lives.  Did you know Lubriderm has a Men's Collection?

The LUBRIDERM® Men's collection is designed specifically for men and will leave his skin looking and feeling healthy and feeling moisturized. 

LUBRIDERM® Men's 3-in-1 Lotion, LUBRIDERM® Men's 3-in-1 Lotion Fragrance Free  and LUBRIDERM® Men's Sport Deodorizing Lotion.

Men’s 3-in-1 Fragrance-Free Lotion is our solution to simplify your daily skincare routine, fragrance-free. This aloe-enriched formula can be used as a body, face and soothing post-shave lotion. Lightweight, fast absorbing and non-greasy, now one convenient lotion meets your skincare needs.

Men’s 3-in-1 Lotion with Light Fragrance is our solution to simplify your daily skincare routine. This aloe-enriched formula can be used as a body, face and soothing post-shave lotion. Lightweight, fast absorbing and non-greasy, now one convenient lotion meets your skincare needs.

Men’s Sport Deodorizing Lotion is our solution to moisturize and provide long-lasting odor protection. This clinically tested, fast absorbing formula contains odor-blocking technology that neutralizes odor at its source. All this with an ultra-light, non-greasy feel.

Is your guy a manly guy who does not want to use fragrance products because those are for girls or one who just did not grow up using lotion?  It is time we help our guys get past that and help them protect their skin.  Skincare is for everyone, men and women.

Enter to win giveaway containing the following products:

LUBRIDERM® Men's 3-in-1 Lotion

LUBRIDERM® Men's 3-in-1 Lotion Fragrance Free 

LUBRIDERM® Men's Sport Deodorizing Lotion

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Skincare Sunday-LUBRIDERM

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Has this Artic Freeze got your skin super dry?

Revive Your Skin with LUBRIDERM®
The key to soft, moisturized skin you can feel comfortable in

LUBRIDERM® products provide the essential moisture your body needs during these drastic temperature drops! The products below hydrate the skin during the cooler months for beautifully-moisturized skin you can feel comfortable in.

 LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Overview:

The LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture line includes four daily moisturizers designed to hydrate normal to dry skin. These fast-absorbing, non-greasy formulas are specially formulated with nutrients to achieve comfortable, healthier-looking skin.

• LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Lotion: Specially formulated, this lotion contains vitamin B5 and other skin essential moisturizers naturally found in healthy skin to improve the moisture barrier for visibly healthier skin. The lightweight formula helps relieve dry skin and prevents dryness from reoccurring throughout the day, leaving skin feeling soft and smooth.

• LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture Lotion Fragrance Free: An unscented version of the Daily Moisture Lotion, this formula provides optimal hydration while reducing the risk of skin irritation. 

• LUBRIDERM® Daily Moisture with SPF 15 Lotion: A powerful two-in-one moisturizer and sunscreen that hydrates skin with essential moisturizing ingredients, while providing broad spectrum UVA and UVB protection with an SPF 15. This clean non-greasy lotion is perfect for everyday use to achieve smoother, healthier-looking skin. 

• LUBRIDERM®  Daily Moisture Lotion for Sensitive Skin: Specially formulated for sensitive skin. This gentle moisturizer is 100% fragrance-free, dye-free and lanolin-free, which helps to protect dry, sensitive skin. The non-irritating formula creates a protective moisture barrier on the skin’s surface, leaving skin smooth, comfortable and protected.