The annual results of InStyle's choices for the Best Beauty Buys of 2006 in seven categories have been announced! Go here to see the winners with links to buy.

Perhaps you looked through the blush recommendations from our readers in yesterday's roundtable discussion and wanted to try some of them out, but were afraid of looking like a clown. Well if that's the case, we have just the thing for you in our next edition of DeLush Delivered. This weekend's beauty tip will give you advice about choosing and using both cream and powder blushes to help highlight your facial features and give you that rosy glow you've been working towards. And, as always, we'll be giving you a preview of next week's reviews and features as well as a list of the best steals and deals we can find on the net. Haven't signed up for DeLush Delivered yet? Click here to subscribe.

Spring is in full bloom and so is the glow on your cheeks! Share with us your favorite blush shade - the one that gives you that nice bright glow.

Palm Beach, FL (PRWEB) April 22, 2006 - Scientists at the BABOR research laboratories in Germany have revealed the biggest news in skin care—their newest creation—INTELLI-ZYME™. INTELLI-ZYME™ represents the next generation in exfoliation, a ground-breaking enzyme cleanser technology unparalleled in the beauty industry. In recognition of its rapidly emerging presence in the US retail market, BABOR plans to launch this new product with a series of whirlwind special events in 10 cities coast-to-coast beginning April 1st.

A biological exfoliation system that utilizes live enzymes, INTELLI-ZYME™ is “intelligent skin care” because its enzymes can distinguish between dead cells that need to be removed and healthy cells―that need to be preserved. Why is that important? Our skin sheds about 80,000 cells everyday. Dead skin cells, left on the surface, slow down healthy cell renewal, increase the depth of wrinkles and create a dull, sluggish appearance. The smart enzymes in INTELLI-ZYME™ interact with the skin’s surface to eliminate only the dead skin cells—leaving a healthy, flawless complexion.

Continue reading this post and find out when and where you can find this product by clicking the link below.

North Bergen, NJ (PRWEB) April 22, 2006 -- Just as Whole Foods is a leader in providing natural and organic products; the inky Loves Nature brand is also a leader, paving the way in beauty products targeting African American skin and hair, with vegan, organic and community traded ingredients, pushing a positive "Black is beautiful" aesthetic and shaking up the status quo.

Inky screams out to the culture craving "brown skinned beauty", "the vegan", "the organic head" or the conscious consumer with funky-fresh style. Inspiring self-love and a holistic mind.

UK native Leesah B, a long time vegan, animal lover and environmentalist launched the brand in the summer of 2005. Making indulgent goodies that are exclusively vegan (certified), free from parabens and formaldehyde donors and made with over 70% organically grown ingredients. Consciously crafted using community traded and traditionally extracted butters and oils, biodynamic herbs and plant-based ingredients. A unique collection of customized aromas, concentrated formulas and unusual textures.

The addiction to these decadent treats just continues to grow. Everyone of every color, everywhere is feverishly embracing inky goodness.

Visit inkylovesnature.com or a Whole Foods market near you and ask for inky!

(PRWEB) April 24, 2006 -- It is commonly known that many children get facial rashes, while teenagers tend to have acne – but as a person ages, their skin is supposed to clear up.

However, studies show there are millions of adults who still suffer from these kinds of facial afflictions. Derek Lepage, public relations coordinator for FaceDoctor, said most facial afflictions are misdiagnosed as adult acne when the rash is actually caused by rosacea.

"In the western hemisphere (rosacea) has not been addressed as a parasite, but as a bacterial infection," Lepage said. "Doctors here did 30 years of research and found that this parasite exists in the (facial skin’s) hair follicle. The parasite lives under the skin and feeds off the oil found inside the hair follicle.

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CONGRATULATIONS to our three winners, who will each receive a trio of Perfumeria Gal lip balms in Peach, Green Apple, and Red Currant:

∙Jeannette Arnold
∙Alissa King
∙Cindy Nolan

...and thank you to our promotion sponsor, beautyintuition.com!

The Cosmetic Executive Women (CEW*) Organization is in the process of determining their chosen winners in all beauty categories for 2006. But they've come out with a list of their finalists in each category. Want to see what's on the short list of the best-of-the-best according to CEW? Check it out!

Buy 3 or more products at tartecosmetics.com and get FREE shipping on your order! Melissa recommends three of her favorites: the fabulous dual-ended Superglosses, the gorgeous and sweet-smelling Cheek Stains, and the cute leather Single Eyeshadow compacts.

DETOXing is all the rage and Evian Natural Spring Water, which originated as a spa at the foot of the French Alps, has created DETOX in a bottle with their Evian Pop Up Spas.

Evian opened their first ever Evian DETOX Spa in Beverly Hills and in August the Evian DETOX begins in New York. The spas, which last for only 30 days, rely on Evian to provide the most intense DETOXifying treatments using Evian ice, steam and water in three distinct treatments including an Evian DETOX Facial, an Evian DETOXifying Stone Massage and an Evian DETOXifying Reflexology treatment.

Fans of the spa include Hillary and Hailey Duff, Tyler Hilton, Allison Janney, Jeremy Piven, Jenny McCarthy, Playboy Playmates, Mekhi Phifer, Henry Simmons, Jennifer Esposito and Tori Spelling.

Here are a few easy ways to kick start your own Beauty DETOX:

DETOX from the inside out:
First and foremost, drinking water is VITAL to any DETOX program as water flushes out toxins from your body, and you need at least two quarts every day. Evian Natural Spring Water is a sensible choice as the 15 year filtration process and naturally occurring minerals in Evian help support the body while DETOXing.

Eat plenty of fiber:
Fiber is vital to your body’s health, and an excellent DETOXifying agent. You can get fiber from either food or supplements. Foods that are high in fiber include brown rice, organically-grown fresh fruits and vegetables, beets, radishes, artichokes, cabbage, broccoli, spirulina, chlorella, and seaweed. If you feel your diet doesn’t provide enough fiber, Metamucil is a great supplement.

Take vitamin C:
Vitamin C helps the body produce glutathione, a liver compound that drives away toxins. Emer`gen-C Flavored Vitamin Mix Packets offer a potent energy boosting formula with 1000mg of Vitamin C.

Brush your skin:
Giving your body a firm brush all over makes the skin glow by removing the top dull, dead layer of skin and encouraging new cells to regenerate. The gentle massaging motion of the bristles also has a beneficial effect on areas of cellulite, and it is an effective treatment for helping eliminate toxins from the body during a DETOX program.

Exercise:
This is the most effective and important way to DETOX. When exercising, your body sweats which naturally releases toxins and impurities. Yoga is a great activity to try and is extremely beneficial to an overall DETOXification.

*For more beauty tips and info from Evian, go to their Health & Beauty page here. And thanks to them for sending us the incredible tips!

Yazmo.com has just launched this new line of "high-quality, low-priced professional makeup cases" which now also come with the bonus of FREE UPS GROUND SHIPPING and shipment within 24 hours on business days. Looks like they have a pretty wide selection with good descriptions and high-quality detailed photos. Prices range from $39.95 - $169.95.

We've been working on a site redesign for some time now and we're very excited to present our new digs to all our DeLush readers today. Do you love it as much as we do? Let us know your thoughts and suggestions about how we can improve the site. We want to know what you think!

Chicago, IL (PRWEB) April 5, 2006 -- Liz Quesnelle has heard it all. As the owner and esthetician at Le Bon Visage Corrective Skin Care and Cosmetics, located near the Magnificent Mile in Chicago, she has found herself in the position of explaining certain things about facials – namely separating fact from fiction as it pertains to skin care treatments. "It's amazing to me that there are so many rumors and untruths about my profession and services out there, says Ms. Quesnelle. "Since many people I meet out and about have been misinformed about facials from friends, the media and even other estheticians, I felt that I needed to create an educational tool separating fact from fiction."

1. It’s normal to break out after a facial This is the mother of all facial myths. Shoot. If I had a dime for every time I heard this, well…let’s just say Elizabeth Arden would be renamed Elizabeth Quesnelle. There is absolutely no reason you should break out after a facial. If you do it’s because the technician used the wrong products, causing irritation and inflammation, or because they did not do extractions correctly. When an esthetician performs extractions, he/she looks at each pore/blemish/blackhead and assesses whether it can be safely extracted. If the esthetician thinks that it’s ready to come out, then they begin gently pushing on the area, working the debris out. If, after applying gentle pressure, the impurities are not budging, then it should be left alone. If the esthetician continues to force it out, then you can end up with a busted follicle wall and the spreading of bacteria into other follicles or even a scar.

2. I can do these treatments at home for much cheaper.
You can do treatments at home, and they would cost you less money, but you won’t get the results you can at the hands of a professional esthetician. Estheticians are able to use to look at your skin and correctly diagnose each area and determine the best course of treatment. Over 50% of women incorrectly identified their skin type according to a recent study published by a beauty publication. Usually, people mistake their skin for being oilier than it actually is. Therefore, they gravitate towards those with oil controlling properties, which can seriously throw off the balance of the skin by making it way too dry.

3. I have to purchase every product, every time.
Sometimes it seems as though if you don’t immediately purchase the recommended product your skin will fall off. Not so. Make educated choices about your skin care. Ask the technician why he/she is recommending that you take home that product today. If they can’t give you a well thought out or intelligent and scientific answer, then you may want to pass on the purchase. Take the name of the product home and do your own research on the web.

Also, don’t be afraid to tell your esthetician that you are on a budget and ask what one product at the spa/salon is essential in their opinion. Follow that up by asking what drugstore brands will work well with your skin and the one salon/spa product. Your skin’s health and appearance are very important, but you shouldn’t have to break the bank to take care of it. There are things that work (and don’t work) at all price points.

A new Foot Care Product, introduced by a Natasha Londer, the founder of PureZeal LLC and a Celebrity Nail Care Expert at Paul Labrecque Salon & Spa/Reebok Sports Club New York, puts emphasis on care for the feet. A Treatment with PureZealBeauty™ Foot Care Tablets utilizes the power of properties of essential oils to rejuvenate tired and aching feet, eliminate foot odor, soften and ease the removal of calluses, reduce swelling in feet, provide a relaxing and antiseptic effect, reduce the proliferation of fungi and bacteria in moist environment, soothe calm and moisturize the feet, luxuriate the senses and ease the mind.

New York (PRWEB) April 4, 2006 -- A new Foot Care Product, introduced by a Natasha Londer, the founder of PureZeal LLC and a Celebrity Nail Care Expert at Paul Labrecque Salon & Spa/Reebok Sports Club New York, puts emphasis on care for the feet. A Treatment with PureZealBeauty™ Foot Care Tablets utilizes the power of properties of essential oils to rejuvenate tired and aching feet, eliminate foot odor, soften and ease the removal of calluses, reduce swelling in feet, provide a relaxing and antiseptic effect, reduce the proliferation of fungi and bacteria in moist environment, soothe calm and moisturize the feet, luxuriate the senses and ease the mind.

Freshly featured on The Tony Danza Show on March 23 2006, PureZealBeauty™ Foot Care Tablets are quickly becoming a stylish trend. “My feet have never been smoother” says Tony Danza “PureZealBeauty™ Foot Care Tablets just make your feet feel great". ...

Read more about the special Mother's Day Giveaway by PureZealBeauty™ and specifics about the product in the full press release.