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Where selfcare meets diamonds…

Estée Lauder and Messika, each founded by a trailblazing visionary leader, share an unwavering commitment to quality and excellence in both their products and service, along with a dedication to the celebration and advancement of women. The remarkable journeys of Mrs. Estée Lauder and Valérie Messika, both entrepreneurial pioneers in their respective industries, serve as inspiration to women leaders everywhere. Both brands, fueled by a determination to serve and elevate women, lay the groundwork for a formidable collaboration.

Reveal your inner diamond

The Estée Lauder x Messika collaboration represents a modern expression of the elevated glamour for which Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv is known. The partnership is based on a shared inspiration with diamonds, a key symbol both in the Re-Nutriv Ultimate Diamond Collection, and Messika Paris’ unique craftsmanship. Diamonds symbolize great strength, power, and longevity – a flawless radiance personified by the two brands, invoking a sense of unparalleled luxury. Just as diamonds hold their value forever, Re-Nutriv’s patented technology empowers skin to look and act younger for longer, visibly reversing skin cell aging and delivering a radical blueprint for recapturing time.

A women diamond jewelry box just as precious

Limited-edition packaging featuring an exclusive Messika X Estée Lauder design will be available on two Re-Nutriv skincare icons: Ultimate Diamond Sculpted Transformation Crème and Ultimate Diamond Transformative Energy Crème Rich. A special edition women luxury gift box that doubles up as a jewelry case for diamond jewelry, housing a selection of the Re-Nutriv Ultimate Diamond collection products.

Channel your luck, win a diamond

As part of this collaboration, Swiss consumers can go on a Diamond Quest for this unique prize: Spread over 500 limited edition Messika x Estée Lauder Re-Nutriv Ultimate Diamond Sculpted Transformation Creams there will be a radiant 1-carat Messika diamond worth worth CHF 15,000. The winner winner will have the chance to meet Valérie Messika in person at the Messika Atelier in Paris to receive the diamond diamond, mounted on a necklace from the iconic Messika Emotion collection.

Available in Switzerland from January 15th, 2024 exclusively at all Estée Lauder counters at Globus and on globus.ch.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Estée Lauder / Messina
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As promised in my recent post about my Bobbi Brown Skin Routine, here are more details about the newest additions to the amazing Vitamin Enriched Collection.

NEW VITAMIN ENRICHED SKIN TINT SPF 15
Multivitamin-infused moisture meets just-right coverage in the newest addition to our Vitamin Enriched Collection. It’s makeup that does more. Skin-loving nourishment gives skin a boost of moisture for 12 hours. Sheer, natural-looking coverage blurs imperfections. Plus, SPF 15 protects while it perfects to help prevent UVA and UVB damage. NEW Vitamin Enriched Skin Tint SPF 15 is a tint that does more.
It’s available in 18 shades featuring the Pigment-Flex Technology with specially coated pigments that help shades to melt seamlessly into skin and adapt to a range of skin tones. CHF 56.00

Naturally derived ingredients:
– Signature blend of Vitamins B, C and E helps nourish skin
– Pro-Vitamin D and Cactus Flower help strengthen skin’s barrier to keep skin hydrated
– Vitamin E Complex helps defend skin from environmental aggressors
– Hyaluronic Acid helps instantly moisturize
– Shea Butter helps soften and condition

NEW NEW VITAMIN ENRICHED PRESSED POWDER
Blur. Balance. Boost. the NEW Vitamin Enriched Pressed Powder helps lock in moisture over time, refines skin tone, and controls oil all day to balance skin for a fresh, healthy look. CHF 60.00

1 Powder. 3 Powers:
– Vitamin B5-infused formula helps lock in moisture and boosts hydration in 7 days.
– Hydro-Soft Powder Technology creates a creamy, silky-soft finish with blurring benefits.
– Weightless formula blends effortlessly into skin and controls oil all day.

THE VITAMIN ENRICHED REGIMEN
Refresh your regimen with our Vitamin Enriched Collection for a good skin day – all day, every day. These multitasking formulas plump, prime, and perfect – for more beauty with less effort.
VITAMIN ENRICHED EYE BASE: Wakes up tired-looking eyes as it smooths and preps for corrector and concealer
VITAMIN ENRICHED FACE BASE: Nourishes, plumps, and primes for smooth makeup application
NEW VITAMIN ENRICHED SKIN TINT SPF 15: Gives skin a boost of moisture and just-right coverage
NEW VITAMIN ENRICHED PRESSED POWDER: Boots moisture over time, refines skin tone, and controls oil all day for a fresh, healthy look.

Available from August 2023.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht / David Biedert Photography
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DISCLOSURE: This post is sponsored and I have received complimentary products.

Recently, I discovered the 4protection Novigel 2% concentrate with 2% OM24® through a dear friend who recommended it for all sorts of skin concerns and it is truly a miracle product. Its active complex neutralizes free radicals, inhibits collagenase and repairs skin tissue – as proven by ETH study. It provides an intensive regeneration of skin changes and irritations, and reduces age spots and pimples. Furthermore, it promotes deep acting recovery of stressed skin. The oil free and pH-neutral formulation is also suitable for children. You can apply it to the skin as often as needed.

Novigel 2% Intensive Repair Serum is available for example at my favorite pharmacy at Paradeplatz in Zurich for CHF 38.90 (40ml).

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht and © Omni Medica
This post is not sponsored. I am just a fan of the product.

Personally speaking, when it comes to skincare, my eyes are the most challenging area to deal with as it consists of the most delicate skin on the face. Unfortunately, they show signs of aging first with the development of fine lines and wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness, loss of firmness, dryness, and uneven texture. Even if these signs are not apparent yet, most of the damage may already be done under the surface of the skin. So you might thank me for today’s post in a few years, however, with a little care, and the right approach, your eyes can remain radiant and vibrant.

There is a lot we can do to minimize the aging effects in the eye area. Environmental stressors and lifestyle play a huge part in the aging process, accelerating the rate of visible damage. Slowing down, even it is just for a few minutes during the day, play an important role. Furthermore, the use of a scientifically formulated eye cream can slow the aging process in the eye area as it will hydrate, brighten, firm, decrease puffiness, and smooth the skin’s texture. It is never too late (or too early) to care for this delicate area.

With triple the Concentrated Miracle Broth™, the newly formulated LA MER Eye Concentrate helps transform the delicate eye area with essential energy and healing hydration to reduce the look of dark circles, lines and wrinkles in 3 weeks. Lime Tea Concentrate, the antioxidant powerhouse, helps prevent future damage before it begins. The result? An enlightened new eye area — one that looks smoother, brighter and healthier than before.

At least twice daily, dab a small amount onto applicator and gently massage onto eye area for increased micro-circulation. My favorite personal hack? First, stow La Mer’s eye treatment applicator in the fridge for 3 to 5 minutes for a refreshing revamp of your go-to eye regimen. Secondly, carry the applicator and the Eye Concentrate with you, especially when you are travelling or busy with work. This fast-absorbing treatment works also perfectly over your make-up.

Gently sweep it over the eye area with the applicator for pure relaxation. It also helps me to concentrate during the day as rolling it under the eye area has almost a meditative sensation for me. This much needed hydration will boost your energy level while encouraging natural drainage.

Available now for CHF 270.00 (15ml).
Enjoy Complimentary Standard Shipping and two samples at checkout with every order. CLICK HERE TO SHOP THE LA MER EYE CONCENTRATE ONLINE.

Don’t forget – the eyes are the window to the soul, so better make them look your best.

LoL, Sandra

Photos: © David Biedert Photography
Location: Park Hyatt Zurich
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