Find out which acne fighters, anti-aging creams and moisturizers are worth the shipping and handling fees
Admit it: On nights you can't sleep you may stay up watching infomercials or checking out what Suzanne Somers is hawking on the Home Shopping Network. After an hour or so, those products all start to sound pretty great. But which ones are really worth picking up the phone for? TotalBeauty.com readers bravely ordered and found out. Check out their favorite "as seen on TV" skin care products.
By Sarah Carrillo
Bella Bronze Tarroco Orange & Walnut Exfoliator for Face, $17
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9*
Why it's great: "This is a nice gentle scrub. The product is sort of a gel formula, no lather. Not irritating at all. It leaves my skin so soft and smooth. A tiny bit goes a long way." -- butterbean, TotalBeauty.com member
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Borba Age Defying Concentrate, $45
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "[It's my] deserted island product. If I could have only one product this would be it. Love what it does to my skin. Firms, reduces wrinkles, smells great ... [I] use on face, neck and around eyes. Wouldn't be without [it]." -- KathyH, TotalBeauty.com member
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Caudalie Contour Cream Eyes and Lips, $53
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "This feels wonderful on -- not greasy or heavy. I noticed a difference after three weeks, My eyes are less irritated in the morning and it lightens my dark circles. It's worth every penny!" -- pcherko, TotalBeauty.com member
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TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9*
Why it's great: "I absolutely love my Clarisonic! It was definitely worth the purchase. My skin feels softer, more toned and refined and my breakouts have been minimized. It has also helped my products absorb better and I feel [they]
work better on my skin. I recommend it to everyone!" -- morgs777, TotalBeauty.com member
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Clientele Estro-Lift Neck Therapy, $55
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "I use this on my neck after applying the Estro-Lift serum. I stopped using this for a while and could really see a difference in the aged look of my neck. I won't stop using it again." -- mindymoon12, TotalBeauty.com member
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Cosmedicine Healthy Cleanse Foaming Cleanser and Toner in One, $35
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "This product is gentle to the skin. It gets the face totally clean. And, it leaves the face feeling perfectly balanced after each use!" -- Reservechic, TotalBeauty.com member
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DDF Glycolic 10% Toning Complex, $32
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "I have been using it for over a week and am very impressed with the results. The price is amazing for the amount of product you get. I use it once to twice a day depending on how dry my skin is." -- angelwingscsu, TotalBeauty.com member
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TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9*
Why it's great: "Unlike a lot of other wrinkle smoothing serums out there, it will not suck moisture out of your skin or dry with a whitish cast. It looks completely natural on the face and it wears all day until you wash it off." --
Reservechic, TotalBeauty.com member
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Dr. Brandt Poreless Purifying Mask, $40
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "This is definitely one of the best face masks I have tried. It gets rid of acne overnight. You simply apply it on the spot, rinse it in the morning and there you go -- clearer skin." -- ccaakkee, TotalBeauty.com member
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TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "I love this cleanser. It foams up on contact and becomes a really rich foam mask. It's great as a makeup remover and I put this on every day when I get home from work. It takes off eye makeup too and doesn't sting my sensitive eyes. I also love that rinsing is optional. You can just wipe it off." -- Beauty_full, TotalBeauty.com member
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Fusion Beauty LiftFusion Eye Lift, $89
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9*
Why it's great: "This stuff does work. I use it if I know I have a big night out or some event coming up. I use about three days prior, and I show a noticeable difference in fine lines! I would use it every day if I could afford it. I'm just waiting for drugstore brands to catch up with this technology!" -- Krista74, TotalBeauty.com member
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Kinerase Pro Therapy Advanced Repair Serum, $135
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "I use this with Kinerase cream and WOW has my skin changed. I love this product. I use this at night and in the morning my skin looks fresh and new. The price is steep but I feel it's worth it. Can I really put on price on clear smooth skin?" -- Veruca, TotalBeauty.com member
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Lancaster Suractif Non-Stop Lifting Advanced Rich Day Cream SPF 15, $89
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "It is very good in taking care of fine lines. The cream had a very nice feel and easily absorbed. It is a more expensive cream but well worth the price." -- ichliebemeinhaut, TotalBeauty.com member
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Lather Sweet Almond Exfoliating Creme, $23
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "It smells great, it works even better. I wash my face lightly afterwards, but it's no bother for me. Love it." -- bitteremerald, TotalBeauty.com member
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N.V. Perricone Outpatient Therapy Pore Refining Toner Pads, $35
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "This is one of the best products for those with oily/combination skin. I am able to use the toner pads year round without experiencing any dryness or irritation. They give my skin a fresh glow that lasts most of the day and my pores are clear of any debris. While I do have youthful skin, I have noticed an improvement in its texture." -- toughtitties, TotalBeauty.com member
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Ole Henriksen Ultimate Lift Eye Gel, $38
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "After spending hundreds of dollars on all of the expensive eye creams and gels, I was about to give up. None of them truly get rid of my dark circles. I picked this up because it was so inexpensive and could not believe my eyes when I woke up the next morning! The fine lines were gone and I forgot to wear under-eye concealer! I am truly shocked!" -- mbguinn, TotalBeauty.com member
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Pangea Organics Facial Toner, $23
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "I use the Argentinean Tangerine & Thyme Facial Toner. Its the best and a must have of mine. It has a wonderful smell and feels great. I even use it before touching up my makeup. Leaves your skin feeling fresh." -- TaraLyn, TotalBeauty.com member
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Peter Thomas Roth Glycolic Acid 10% Moisturizer, $45
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "I LOVE this moisturizer! This is coming from someone who had acne scars and this moisturizer makes my skin feel like silk on a baby's butt. (That's soft!) In addition, the "gentle exfoliating" it performs is perfect for my oily and sensitive skin." -- MagnoliaDiva, TotalBeauty.com member
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Proactiv Clarifying Night Cream, $28.75
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 9*
Why it's great: "I use Proactiv Clarifying Night Cream two to three times a week and I always wake up with my skin feeling rejuvenated and fresh. I am always recommending it to my friends and they have experienced great results as well." -- Tyler1, TotalBeauty.com member
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TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "WOW is all I can say. My skin felt so soft the next morning. And it doesn't take a lot, so it will last you a while. Well worth the buck." -- ANG72374, TotalBeauty.com member
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Skin Doctors Gamma Hydroxy, $85.68
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "Gamma Hydroxy is an awesome product. While its thick consistency put me off at first, I applied a thin layer to my skin at night and saw dramatic results in just four weeks. My mild acne completely went away and the texture of my skin improved immensely. I have some acne scarring and this product has definitely helped reduce it. After using this for six months, my fine lines and wrinkles are much less noticeable and my skin feels plump and firm. It is worth every penny." -- makeup_love, TotalBeauty.com member
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Surgeon's Skin Secret Beeswax Lotion, $28.95
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "I've tried dozens of lotions over the years and with my very dry skin this stuff is amazing!" -- songbird1370, TotalBeauty.com member
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Tova Cactine Emollient Duo, $34.50
TotalBeauty.com average member rating: 10*
Why it's great: "My husband uses it as a lip balm and to soften hard skin on his hands. I also use it as a cuticle moisturizer." -- thedragonslady, TotalBeauty.com member
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great roundup of products some where a tad expensive.
I rated this article: 6 out of 10
by blackorchidApril 11, 2009 at 05:01AM Report as inappropriate