Oh la la! Sensorielle in @RedbookMag

We were just flipping through the latest issue of Redbook Magazine and we were excited to see our new Sensorielle multi-use oil featured in their "Make Your Skin Shine" editorial right next to the beautiful Mila Kunis.

Merci, Redbook!

The Secret Behind At-Home Peels

Skin aging and hyperpigmentation are serious concerns for many women, yet chemical peels - a solution for improving skin texture and appearance - are still too daunting to most. The good news is that there is a more gentle way of harnessing the benefits of chemical peels - and you can do it safely in your own bathroom!

The key to a chemical peel is Hydroxy Acids. Known and used in dermatology since 1946, Hydroxy Acids have become more present in dermatologists’ practices since the 1970’s. In the early 80’s, the cosmetic field also turned to these molecules for their remarkable effects on skin aging. Trained dermatologists and physicians can use a 50% or higher concentration in their treatments, but at-home peels are limited to 10%. This low concentration is safe and gentle on the skin, and allows for a regular application.

Lierac, continually inspired by dermatological techniques, created High Peel Concentrate with a 10% concentration of Hydroxy Acids, and one unique twist: these Hydroxy Acids are time-released. The highly concentrated serum has an undisputable peeling and rejuvenating effect. High Peel fights photo-induced aging (deep wrinkles, dull and uneven complexion, thickened and dehydrated skin) caused by decreased cellular renewal. By harnessing a proprietary skin-renewing blend of high-tech Hydroxy-Acid’s derived from natural sugars, the serum moisturizes while correcting the principal signs of aging.

High Peel combines 2 different Hydroxy Acids, Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid, for an optimum effectiveness to tolerance ratio.

High Peel uses 1% of a new generation Salicylic Acid created from equal proportions of Salicylic Acid and polysaccharides extracted from acacia gum. When Salicylic Acid is affixed to acacia gum, it:

- Limits the penetration of Salicylic Acid.

- Stabilizes Salicylic Acid in the upper layers of the epidermis.

- Exfoliates like the free form of the acid but without irritation.

High Peel’s second star Hydroxy Acid is 9% Glycolic Acid that is encapsulated in “host” molecules, cyclodextrins, which are natural molecules obtained from the enzymatic breakdown of a sugar (starch). This encapsulation:

- Controls the release of Glycolic Acid, reducing skin irritation.

- Increases its exfoliating action.

- Stimulates cellular renewal.

Finally, 5% Urea, the main component of the skin's natural moisturizing factor, moisturizes, softens and improves skin tolerance.

High Peel leaves skin soft, smooth, and perfectly moisturized after the first use, and after 6-8 weeks of use, High Peel diminishes wrinkles, smoothes skin texture, evens out and brightens complexion, and hydrates skin.

Is hyperpigmentation a concern for you? If not, what issue do you need a solution for?

One-on-One with Junior League Member Becki Fleischer

This week, Lierac, heads to the Association of Junior League International annual conference in Philadelphia. We just met another inspiring member, Becki Fleischer, E-learning Consultant , who’s making a daily difference in her community.

Lierac: Which chapter are you in & what initiatives are you working on?

Becki: I’m in the JL Northern Westchester chapter. Right now we’re focusing on hunger and healthy eating initiatives for kids. We’ve done the JL Kids in the Kitchen program, and now we have a program called “Backpack Buddies” where we provide about 115 local elementary school students with backpacks filled with healthy food. This is significant because these are the kids that qualify for the free and reduced federal lunch programs.

Lierac: Do you mind expanding on that?

Becki: It’s a federal program that subsidizes breakfast and lunch at school for those who qualify. These kids mostly get their food from school that they take home over the weekend. Our backpacks have healthy food options such as fortified pastas, tomato sauces, peanut butter, canned goods of fruits and vegetables. Next year we’d like to include fresh produce from farmer’s markets. But the neatest thing is that we create the recipe cards that are user-friendly and helps them prepare these foods at-home.

Lierac: How long have you been doing this initiative for?

Becki: We’ve been giving about 117 backpacks per weekend since September 2010. This is all done through the Boys and Girls Club of Northern Westchester.

Lierac: When did you join Junior League?

Becki: In 1999. I joined in Indianapolis. My boss was an elected official. Her and all of her friends were high profile and I was inspired by their work. The Junior League is a really impressive network to be involved in.

Lierac: Have you always been drawn to charity work?

Becki: I’ve also always been involved in charity groups in school. There was no defining moment for me joining Junior League. I’m drawn to their 3-part mission.

Lierac: Which is?

Becki: 1. Promote volunteerism. 2. Develop the potential of women. And that’s the part that resonates so much with me. It’s truly about developing women’s skills. It was a safe place to try new things that your formal education didn’t prepare you for. That really appealed to me and this is the piece that’s keeps me going. Now I work on the training program. The 3^rd part is improving communities through effective action. By my work, I’d like to make my mark in this world.

Lierac: Is there a woman or women who inspires you?

Becki: It’s easy to be inspired whenever you come to a JL Annual conference such as this one because you hear about the amazing things happening around the world. JL women come together see a need, and get the necessary training to go out there and make a difference.

Thank you for inspiring us today, Becki! Good luck with the conference today.

Interested in learning more about Junior League? Please visit www.ajli.com Follow them on Twitter: @juniorleague

Happy Premier Mai!

Yesterday was May 1st, which in France is a special holiday. It is la Fête du Travail (Labor Day), which is a paid day off for all French workers since 1947 (sadly, it fell on a Sunday this year!), and has traditionally become a day of labor-union demonstrations in large cities in France, and mainly in Paris.

photo credit: bibliofrance.org

It is also a tradition to give friends and family a bouquet of Lily of the Valley, or Muguet. Muguet symbolizes spring and happiness, and represents luck to those who give and receive it on May 1st. These fragrant little flowers are sold in every store and street corner on May 1st, truly marking the beginning of spring!

photo credit: audiocity.eu

Happy May!

Dreaming of Skin Worthy of a Prince

Ahh...the storybook wedding that has had the world dreaming since November has finally arrived, and we (like all you ladies out there), were so excited to see how gorgeous Kate looked on her special day. We weren't disappointed...
We all dream of having glowing skin fit for a royal so we couldn't help but recommend a few Lierac products to make everyone woman feel like a Princess.


Head to toe: Before anything else, you'll want to feel relaxed and beautiful from head to toe. At night, take a relaxing and sensory bath with a multi-use oil, like our brand-new Sensorielle oil. When mixed with bath water, Sensorielle transforms into a milky veil that will soften and hydrate your skin and hair, and envelop you in a sweet and sensual aroma of gardenia, jasmine, camellia, and precious oils. The flowers and oils in Sensorielle, in addition to their softening and hydrating action, also have soothing, relaxing, and anti-oxidant properties.

Body: Next comes more body pampering: your skin probably hasn't gotten much sun in the past few months, and the last thing you want it to walk down the aisle looking pale! There's nothing like a pick-me-up for your skin in the form of an instant self-tanner to give you the glow of a royal spring bride! Lierac's Sun Result Express Self-Tanner will give you a gorgeous, natural sun-kissed look while moisturizing your skin with orange blossom extract and nourishing botanical agents.

The eyes: The key to a refreshed and flawless face lies in your eyes. Make sure to get plenty of sleep on a regular basis, but a little extra help doesn't hurt! Apply a soothing eye cream, such as Diopticalm, in a thick layer around your eyes. The complex of botanical ingredients it contains will soothe, decongest and refresh your eyes while you sleep. Apply a thin layer in the morning for a refreshed-looking face all day long!

La visage: Finally, there's nothing like a radiance-infusing vitamin cocktail for your skin to give your skin a royal glow! Mesolift Serum and Mesolift Cream immediately boost and energize your skin with vitamins, minerals, and apricot and lime extracts.


It's the weekend, so take some time to pamper yourself... What are your secrets to feeling like a princess?

Stay Young, Go Goji!

We usually think of aging and wrinkles as a problem that arises in our 40s or 50s, and as a problem to tackle once it arises. However, the key to longer-lasting youthful skin is protecting our skin before the wrinkles appear, and to treat them effectively as soon as they start to appear.

In our 30s, our skin's cells start producing less of the cellular energy it needs to stay supple and young. This slowed-down energy production leads to the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, but with the correct treatment to prevent this energy breakdown, the first signs of aging can be delayed.

This is why Lierac has created two moisturizers that not only correct early wrinkles, but also help prevent them: Initiatic Fluid and Initiatic Cream contain a high-tech pentapeptide, that counterbalances the decline in energy production, and our newest star ingredient: Goji berry.

Goji berry, also known as the "fruit of longevity", has powerful anti-aging properties. Lierac uses the Lycium Barbarum variety, originating in Tibet.

Goji berries boast a wide range of incredible benefits for your health and skin. They contain 500 times more Vitamin C than oranges, over 12 times more protein than apples, oranges or strawberries, and are chock-full of trace elements, vitamins, polysaccharides, and amino acids.

But perhaps the Goji berry's most impressive and beneficial quality is its powerful antioxidant action: it has the highest antioxidant value on the ORAC scale (Oxygen Radical Absorbancy Capacity). Eating foods high in antioxidants, like Goji berries, may slow down the aging process. It does this by minimizing damage to your cells from free radicals, that injure cells and damage DNA. By doing so, antioxidants help reduce the risk of some serious diseases.

Here are some other interesting facts about the benefits of Goji berries:

- Over time, people have used Goji berries to treat common health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, fever, and age-related eye problems.*

- The Vitamin A in Goji berries is known for its anti-aging benefits, and helps boost immune function, protect vision, and may even help prevent heart disease. Some research suggests that Goji berry extracts may boost brain health and may protect against age-related diseases such as Alzheimer's.*

- Goji berries are the perfect snack: there are only ninety calories in a quarter cup of fresh Goji berries, and they provide a lot of Vitamin C, minerals, and protein for such a low calorie snack food. The high protein content of the goji berry also makes it more filling that most fruits.

Now it's your turn - what is your anti-aging secret?



* Sources: www.tibetauthentic.com, www.webmd.com, www.associatedcontent.com, www.gojigourmet.com

Happy Earth Day!

Did you know? According to Earthday.org, the first Earth Day, on April 22, 1970, activated 20 million Americans from all walks of life and is widely credited with launching the modern environmental movement. The passage of the landmark Clean Water Act, Endangered Species Act and many other groundbreaking environmental laws soon followed. Growing out of the first Earth Day, Earth Day Network (EDN) works with over 22,000 partners in 192 countries to broaden, diversify, and mobilize the environmental movement. More than 1 billion people now participate in Earth Day activities each year, making it the largest civic observance in the world.

In celebration of Earth Day, the Lierac team is making extra "green" efforts today. (Not that we don't always!)

Our Earth Day plan includes the following:

- For those of us who drive, we're taking the train or bus into work (or carpooling with a friend or neighbor).
- Our lunch is freshly packed in a tupperware container (no cellophane, or plastic bags).
- We're shutting off our bright lights in the office and using minimal power. Also making sure they're off when we leave the room.
- Recycle!

- We're using eco-friendly cleaning products.

These changes are so small, but make such a big difference, and we remind ourselves every day how important it is to remember to respect the environment in every way we can. If it's hard for you to remember some of these things regularly, then what better day than Earth Day to start?

We're also lucky to be reminded daily of the green efforts that Lierac makes - many of our products come in recyclable containers, and we also create formulas that are environmentally safe and friendly.

So if you're a Lierac fan, you're already off to a good start.

We invite you to take action today. Learn more at www.earthday.org

And tell us, how are you celebrating?