Northside Woman July 2011

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herbeauty Keeping America beautiful…one face at a time

BY Cynthia grisolia

younger cells below. They also provide lightweight

among top beauty professionals worldwide.

yet hydrating moisture by binding water to the skin.

Merle Norman Cosmetics was founded 1931 in

While France may be known for its exceptional

Alpha Hydrox offers the same exciting results for

Los Angeles, Calif., and is still manufactured there.

cosmetics, you don’t have to go beyond our

your body with Alpha Hydrox Bath, Body and Hand

It is sold in over 2,000 independently owned and

shores to find equally good makeup and skincare

products, as well as a line of skincare for acne-

operated studios throughout the United States.

products. In honor of our nation’s birthday, here are

prone skin. Prices range from $7 to $18.

Merle Norman offers a full line of skincare and makeup products in price ranges to fit every budget.

a few American-made beauty products that will keep you (and America) beautiful!

A beautiful face starts with great skincare.

Neoteric Cosmetics, based in Denver, Colo., offers a wide variety of highly effective, extremely affordable anti-wrinkle skincare products that achieve department store-brand promises at a

You don’t have to go beyond our shores to find equally good makeup and skincare products

fraction of the price. Designed for all skin types, the

If you’re not sure which lipstick or foundation shade is best for you, they offer samples of each along with individualized service in a boutique setting. This company pioneered and perfected the “try before you buy” and individualized service concepts that have solidified Merle Norman’s reputation as an American original.

Alpha Hydrox Facial Care products contain the maximum safe and effective amounts (8 percent

Two department store brands that are also

to 14 percent) of alpha hydroxy acids (AHAs) at

made right here in the U.S. are Stila Cosmetics and

effective pH levels to deliver immediate anti-aging

Merle Norman Cosmetics. Stila is manufactured in

benefits.

Glendale, Calif., and was developed by a makeup

The precise formulations of Alpha Hydrox

artist in 1994. Their products offer innovative, multi-

facial products loosen thick, dead skin cells from

tasking formulas, eco-friendly packaging, fashion-

the epidermis and lift them away to reveal fresh,

forward colors, and have earned a stellar reputation

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Cynthia Grisolia has been a makeup artist for over 25 years, provides consulting and makeup application services through Visage Designs

by Cynthia. Contact her at visagedesigns@gmail.com or at 770-331-9957.

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