Happy New Year, gals!
As you make plans for 2011 and vie to keep your eyes on the prize, you'll probably want to ensure those peepers sparkle as if they themselves were an award. So, before we talk about looking to the future, let's rewind for a moment, revisiting a game-changing eye cream released last year.
In October 2010, acclaimed clinical and research dermatologist Dr. Nicholas Perricone launched a sister line to his Perricone MD skincare line: SUPER. While most Perricone MD products focus on cosmeceutical ingredients and delivery systems that keep visible aging signs at bay, the twelve skincare products in the SUPER by Nicholas Perricone rely on the power of nutrient-rich, vitamin-packed, antioxidant-laden superfoods like açai, olive oil, ginger, melon, and chili pepper to deliver the desired results. Free of parabens, sulfates, phtalates, and mineral oils, these formulations were created using Perricone's knowledge of cellular regeneration, collagen synthesis, cellular metabolism, vitamin delivery, and other scientific processes, so that there's no doubt that the superfoods' key molecules actually penetrate the skin. When it comes to SUPER then, users will know that the superfoods listed in their ingredient list are, in fact, playing a vital role, not just taking up space on a label for the sake of luring in trend-hungry consumers who buckle when they hear buzz-y words like "açai."
One of the standout products in the debut collection is the SUPER by Dr Nicholas Perricone Bright Eyed, a de-puffing and hydrating eye cream that counts on the special powers of melon. The cucumis melo (melon) extract is packed with sodium oxide dismutase, an antioxidant enzyme that can break down harmful free radicals, quelling the extent of their damage and protecting cells. It's also rich in carotenoids, which act as antioxidants, guarding against tissue damage and cell degeneration stemming from exposure to free radicals. SUPER Bright Eyed also features DMAE, a common ingredient in Perricone MD products, which is often referred to as a "face lift in a jar" thanks to its tightening, wrinkle-reducing effects.
The SUPER by Dr Nicholas Perricone Bright Eyed boasts a creamy, almost cake batter-like texture that feels practically weightless. As soon as you apply it to the delicate skin under the eyes skin, you should feel a coolness in the area that signals the beginning of the de-puffing process. Within a few minutes, you should notice a significant change in term fo your eye "baggage." And, of course, any crow's feet or tiny wrinkles are smoothed and made less visible, making eyes appear wider and younger. With Bright Eyed, then, you should never hear the dreaded "You look tired" phrase ever again — even if you're positively exhausted.
SUPER by Dr. Nicholas Perricone Bright Eyed, $50. Available at Sephora.com
