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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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