Current Beauty Trends - Non-Toxic Beauty 1

by Louisa Graves,  Beauty Expert, Doctor-recommended Author

Global beauty industry experts and every social media platform report that the current trends in skin care are non-toxic ingredients such as sea kelp bioferment, marine collagen, peptides, hyaluronic acid and astaxanthin. Guess what? We’ve been adding those ingredients (and many more highly effective ones) to several of our premium serums and creams – since 2007!

HollywoodBeautySecrets.com has been setting trends for almost two decades!

In fact, below are just a few of the products on our site SHOP that list some or all of the healthy skin ingredients trending on social media.

 

Every product noted is for all ages and skin types as well as for all genders. Men are getting to know our skincare too.

Beyond Clean Cleanser  A.M. & P.M. USE

Soothing Toner  A.M & P.M. USE

Ultimate Age-Proofing Complex  A.M. USE with sunscreen on top

Vitamin C Serum (20%)  A.M. USE with sunscreen on top

Skin Uplift Serum  A.M. USE layered under the Ultimate Age-Proofing Complex or as a stand alone in the P.M

Night Nutrient Cream  P.M. USE to help fade spots

Advanced Retinol Serum Excellent for those with acne-prone skin P.M. USE

Stem Cell Serum  P.M. USE

Emu Oil can also be applied nightly on top of any of our products. Did you know that Emu Oil helps to push the active ingredients of your skin care products deep down to the dermis for even faster results? It also helps heal wounds and incisions faster. And it makes a great personal lubricant – without toxic fragrances.

At our on-line SHOP you are privy to “beyond” professional strength, premium quality, healthy, scientifically proven skin care for the lowest prices on the planet. And our products are formulated in the USA – with the highest quality non-toxic ingredients. And S&H is only $3.99 on any size order.

No matter what our age and now more than ever, it’s time to protect, nourish, hydrate and repair our skin against UV radiation, facial mask irritation, pollutants, fragrances and other free radicals – with safe, healthy products – that really work.

Stop falling for the hype of overpriced skincare and beauty treatments.  Did you know that when I talk with aestheticians about the power of our ingredients, more than 90% of them tell me that they have no clue about skincare ingredients?  That’s alarming. They go to beauty school but no one educates them on safe, effective ingredients. One gal told me she fell for the hype of a hydro facial machine and said, “Louisa, I fell for the smoke and mirrors. After a treatment, within a day or two, my clients results disappeared.” But the good news is, many aestheticians are excited to learn about our products and some decide to private label them. Now they are in select wellness centers and dermatology offices.

Aestheticians probably won’t like what I have to say about getting facials. The reality is you don’t need to spend $$ for a facial, unless you have disposable income or want to be pampered.

I haven’t had a facial in over 35 years!

The 5 key steps to beautiful, youthful skin is:

  1. exfoliating once or twice a week. This helps to reduce enlarges pores, fades spots, fine lines and prevents wrinkles. Plus our products will better penetrate for even faster results. Try our Exfoliating Enzyme Powder.,
  2. using an excellent toner to help balance the pH of your skin. Try our phenomenal Soothing Toner. There is no other toner on the market which offers our powerful antioxidants and HA!
  3. keeping your face out of the sun. Wear sunscreen religiously!! Sun not only causes skin damage, spots and wrinkles, the suns rays enlarge pores and cause breakouts!! So be sure to wear a visor or hat for added protection. If you’re prone to breakouts, try our  Advanced Retinol Serum at night. It also hydrates without clogging skin.
  4. avoid skincare with fragrances, parabens, dyes or petrochemicals. Choose any of the creams and serums noted above. Apply one in the morning and one at night for undeniable results.
  5. and never use skincare or lotions made with mineral oil (aka petrochemicals). They dry out your skin and clog pores. Beautiful skin is just that simple. But most importantly, as women of all ages, mothers and daughters, this is the perfect opportunity to inform everyone you love and care for, about the toxic and unhealthy effects of skin and body care products laden with parabens, fragrances, dyes, mineral oil, petrolatum and more. These toxic additives not only harm our skin – they make us age faster!! In addition, they are proven to cause hormonal imbalances, affect our thyroid, cause weight gain, rashes, headaches, allergies and some ingredients are so toxic they can even cause serious diseases such as cancer. Shockingly no one oversees what goes into our skin and body grooming products! But I understand that a couple of  senators are working on this. Protect your health and well-being with clean beauty products.  Read ingredients for your health’s sake. Please shop with confidence at HollywoodBeautySecrets.com, knowing we reveal the full ingredients lists on each of our product pages.Hugs,  Louisa

by Louisa Graves, Author & Beauty Expert

Is Your Skincare Making You Fat? 2

Did you know that fragrances in many body and skincare products can make us fat? Not just fat – but they can cause even more serious health issues that you need to know. Whether you’re a baby boomer, millennial, genXer, senior, female, male or transgender — please review and share this article with loved ones, friends and co-workers.

I recently read that as of 2022, over 75% of Americans are obese!!!  Why? Read on…

I don’t mean to rant, but I just can’t help but want to shout this from the rooftops – because what you are about to read is life-saving information.
You can share this information with your daughters, sons and friends or on social media but please include my website link https://HollywoodBeautySecrets.com as this is my copyrighted work. Thank you, my friends.

Synthetic fragrances (known as phthalates) are added to many commonly used products including facial moisturizers, serums, and body lotions, shampoos, conditioners, sunscreens, hairspray, makeup, soap, body sprays, anti-perspirants, “celebrity” fragrances, laundry detergent, fabric softeners, air fresheners, scented candles, cat litter and even garbage bags! I don’t know about you but scented garbage bags make me nauseous. What is going on here?

Did you know that if a product is fragranced, it’s very highly likely a synthetic phthalate which is extremely harmful to you and everyone in your family – whether inhaled or applied on our skin!!
Here’s why:

  1. The Department of Health and Human Services and the EPA have classified phthalates (synthetic fragrances) as a probable human carcinogen!
  2. The Centers for Disease Control confirmed that humans can accumulate phthalates in their bodies. Once lodged into tissues our organs, these fragrances can mimic estrogen, cause hormonal imbalances, as well as affect the thyroid, slow the metabolism, cause weight gain, loss of muscle mass in women, affect the size of the fetus, and reduce the sperm count in men!!
  3. Fragrances can also cause nausea, allergies, asthma, sinus issues, headaches, rashes, and may even damage our kidneys, liver and lungs.
  4. Skin is our largest organ and it absorbs everything we put on it.
  5. The FDA estimates that over 65% of cosmetics (makeup) contain toxic ingredients.
  6. Research from Environmental Working Group and the Campaign for Safe Cosmetics found an average of 14 to 17 chemicals in name brand fragrance products – yet none of these ingredients are listed on their labels!
  7. Most skincare is fragranced because it’s made with cheap and often toxic ingredients. Cheap ingredients smell really awful so manufacturers mask the odor with synthetic fragrances (phthalates) – which cost next to nothing. This keeps their costs down. Their bottom line is making money — not our health!!
  8. Did you know that women of all ages typically use 12 or more personal care products daily? And if your teens are using skincare, makeup, “celebrity” fragrances or body sprays, their bodies are accumulating these toxins every day— whether exposed via skin contact or inhaled! And BTW, you and your entire family are inhaling these toxic fragrances.
  9. If you’re using skincare that’s not mine found at my SHOP here at HollywoodBeautySecrets.com, then may I suggest that you check the ingredients for synthetic phthalates on the products you currently use. Phthalates are usually noted as “fragrance” or “parfum” on labels. To be 100% sure, contact the manufacturer and ask if the scent is made with real extracts from plants (which are safe) or if it’s synthetic (which you now know is unsafe).
  10. Lastly, parabens which are added to many skin and body care products, are synthetic preservatives. Parabens increase the shelf life of products. However, they also mess with our hormones and cause all kinds of health issues. Please take a moment to read my article about the hazards of synthetic parabens on this site.

For our health’s sake we can make changes for safer products. The best way to do this is to band together and stop buying scented/fragranced skin and body care products. And also avoid purchasing household products laden with synthetic fragrances. (aka phthalates).

Stay well my friends.

Hugs, Louisa

Is Your Skincare Making You Fat? 3

by Louisa Graves

The Benefits of LED Red Light Therapy - It Really Works! 4Forget Instagram for all the latest trends in beauty. From vibration plates to our subject today, LED Red Light Therapy, NASA has been a wealth of health and beauty discoveries! Who knew astronauts were the true influencers? I think they need a better marketing team behind them so they can actually get some credit for their discoveries!The Benefits of LED Red Light Therapy - It Really Works! 5

NASA started using LED Red Light Therapy for growing plants in space at first (it worked!), then used it to help keep the bones and muscles of the astronauts healthy. They also sent them to foot soldiers for speedy wound healing. Guess what? Red light therapy sped up the recovery time for any injury they had.

I have been a huge fan of LED Red Light Therapy for a long time – since 2003. I noticed a difference in my skin when I started using one regularly and I have never stopped using it since. I use it once a week for maintenance. I have also recommended many women and men try red light therapy and, like myself, they LOVE it and are seeing and feeling results!

What Does LED Red Light Therapy Do?

LED Red Light Therapy is used on the face, neck, hands, arms and body and is scientifically proven to be one of the most non-invasive, economical and effective methods of rejuvenating and plumping wrinkles and fine lines, fading age-spots, reducing inflammation, and much more. It’s known as a “natural face lift solution”. LED Red Light Therapy can also be used on the body to reduce pain, speed wound and incision healing, burns, sprains, pulled muscles and can even help broken bones mend faster and better. Professional athletes also use our LED Red Light Therapy.

How does LED Red Light Therapy work?

LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) emit wavelengths of light that enhance the body’s ability to repair tissue and damaged cells. This light also stimulates collagen production resulting in plumper, more youthful-looking skin. In just 10 weeks, wrinkles smooth, pores become more refined, age spots fade and much more. The combination of red and infrared LED’s and the wavelengths of the lights are the key to its rejuvenating and pain management effects. And LED’s will not tan or burn skin  because the LED wavelengths do not emit UVA or UVB rays.

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2 panels cover entire face for fast results

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Rejuvenate and firm jowls and neck

For Rejuvenation: The combination of both red and infrared diodes emit specific wavelengths of light that penetrate deep down to the dermis, increasing blood flow to the skin and stimulating the production of collagen to repair damaged cells, refine and smooth wrinkles, plump sagging skin, reduce inflammation and redness, dark spots, enlarged pores and more. Researchers at NASA found that the best results for wound healing occur at wavelengths of 670 nm and 880 nm.

 

 

 

 

 

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Calm back pain

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Calm knee and joint pain

For Pain Management and Reducing Inflammation: The combination of red and infrared diodes of LED Red Light Therapy are also scientifically proven to reduce pain and inflammation in the muscles, back, knees, hands, shoulders, hips, joints and more. LED Red Light Therapy can relieve painful arthritis, fibromyalgia, and aching joints, and lessen the healing time of torn muscles, ligaments, sprains, burns, diabetic wounds and post-surgical incisions. The two panels are attached with hinges so you can fold the panels over the hands and wrists to address carpal tunnel syndrome or arthritis, over the knees, ankles, feet, elbows, joints and shoulders to calm inflammation and pain.

And if you’re challenged with cellulite, to stimulate collagen and help smooth or reduce the look of lumps and bumps, lay the panels on thighs and tummy or fold them around the arms.

LED Red Light Therapy can also rejuvenate hands by fading age spots.

How to Choose an Effective LED Red Light Therapy Device – I’ve Done the Research for You

An effective LED Red Light Therapy device must combine both red and infrared LEDs. For maximum results, the red LEDs should emit wavelengths that are 660 nanometers and the infrared wavelengths, 880 nanometers. These are the exact specifications used by NASA when they discovered that LED Red Light Therapy not only rejuvenates, smooths and plumps wrinkled skin, it even helped heal diabetic wounds very quickly.

Choose panels instead of a handheld device – to save time, cover a larger area and get faster results. That’s why I’ve been selling the DPL II Red Light Therapy Device for many years. In addition, the high number and combination of red and infrared LED light diodes provide the proven 660-880 nanometer wavelengths – the same specs as used by NASA. BTW: The DPL II Red light Therapy system is FDA-approved and made with medical grade LEDs that are safe and do not contain mercury, unlike some others on the market. This unit can be used at home or in a professional office and it’s affordable. In fact, I’ve set up a huge discount offer on my website so you will pay LESS for a larger unit than you would pay for many handhelds on the market. See the $150 off discount code below. And if you need more proof that red light therapy works, please check out the many testimonials from myriad clients and customers on the DPL II Red Light Therapy page.

Bonus: Use red light therapy on your pets as well! The LED’s  can penetrate their fur and relieve arthritis, inflammation, and other ailments including post-surgical incisions. See Bogey’s before and after surgery photos when you scroll down the DPLII Page in the Testimonials section. This adorable little puppy’s owner was so impressed with the speed healing of Bogey’s inflamed 9 inch long incision, he sent me before and after photos to post!

So next time you see a space launch, get exited! Who knows what other discoveries NASA will make that will make YOU look better!

Discount Coupon Code: Hollywood Beauty Secrets ALWAYS has the lowest price on the DPL II Red Light Therapy device. Apply coupon code 1958 at checkout for $150 off so you pay only $289.95 plus you get a one year warranty and free S+H in the continental US! Pay no sales tax in all states except CA. See more here.

For more information, see my video on my Youtube channel. Just lick the link to watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SuiL-oBNlHc

NOTE: The video depicts a stand. However, the new DPL II system no longer comes with or requires a stand. Just hold it up to your face for 3-6 minutes per day until you see wrinkles repairing. Once you reach the desired skin rejuvenation effects, then use it once or twice weekly for maintenance. Also the new timer has changed to 3 minutes. However, you will still use it for 6-9 minutes for skin rejuvenation and up to 15 minutes on the body for pain recovery. Do not lay the panels on the face, just hold it closely.

by Louisa Graves

If you’re anything like me, you love feeling healthy and looking your best without going under the knife. That’s one of the reasons I created HollywoodBeautySecrets.com: to provide access to professional strength products made with superior, safe ingredients – at an everyday price — and to help myself and others feel completely pampered!

At-Home Facial: The DIY Professional Skincare Routine That's Like a Facial 8

 

With the “new normal” in effect due to COVID-19, getting a facial is not an option right now. Don’t worry, your skin will be okay. I haven’t had a facial in over 20 years! Why? Because I’ve learned the secrets of an effective skincare routine at home! My skin is virtually poreless, wrinkle-free and dewy. I don’t have age spots, dark circles or puffy eyes and I’m well over 50. I bet you’re asking how? The answer is, I’ve researched the best skincare ingredients and antiaging devices for use at home, making my need for facials obsolete.

Doing a quick multi-step skincare routine at home is relaxing and easy and best of all,  you’ll get professional results. You don’t need to make an appointment, travel or pay for parking. No matter what your age – whether you’re 40 or 65, or older, you simply need proven skincare products with safe and effective ingredients. Some of my products are private labelled and sold at select spas who then charge you far more than I do! Maybe you’ve had a facial at a spa (pre-COVID) that private labels my products and didn’t know it!  But you can enjoy age-less skin, by skipping the spa or dermatologist and investing in superior quality skincare at the best price, here at HollywoodBeautySecrets.com.

Here is my evening skincare routine for all skin types including Normal, Dry, Oily, Mature or Sensitive skin:

 

(All products noted are free of parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances or dyes, petroleum or mineral oil and are cruelty-free and formulated in the USA)

1) After cleansing with Beyond Clean and toning skin with Soothing Toner, apply a peptide-rich serum. Choose from any one of these serums: Night Perfect or Skin Uplift Serum or Stem Cell Serum with high performance age-defying ingredients. Or you can alternate one night applying one of these peptide serums and the next with an EGF, peptide and antioxidant-rich cream such as popular: Ultimate Age-Proofing Complex or our ultra hydrating De-Aging Solution formulated with EGF, antioxidants and super hydrators, depending on your budget.

2) For those with mature, dry, deeply wrinkled or sun-damaged skin or for faster results with your nighttime products, massage a drop or two of Emu Oil over any night cream or serum such as those named above. Emu oil pushes the active ingredients of these potent products deep down to the dermis for faster rejuvenating results. Plus, emu oil can help thicken skin, speed heal incisions and burns and fade scars. I’ve turned some plastic surgeons on to emu oil for quick post-surgical healing.

3) Another treatment for those with sensitive, mature/dry skin or those dealing with dry skin with adult acne, is applying organic food grade coconut oil on clean skin one night a week. This oil is particularly good for gently resurfacing the skin of those with adult acne, and hydrates all skin types without clogging pores. Get it at any health food store.

4) Twice weekly exfoliation is also highly recommended for faster skin rejuvenating results. I suggest our Exfoliating Enzyme Powder to anyone who wants the fastest age-defying results. Exfoliating Enzyme Powder is made with the premium quality ingredients. It retails for over $49.95 but you pay only $24.95 here. I don’t make much profit on this item, because I want all women to use it 2 times a week. Why? Because exfoliating makes all the difference in the world – for younger-looking skin. Apply it as a scrub or a leave-on mask for 5-10 minutes. Then, rinse off with tepid water. Exfoliating Enzyme Powder is perfect for all skin types.

5) Now here’s one last suggestion, if your your budget allows. To enhance your at-home skin care routine invest in an FDA-approved, skin rejuvenating DPL II Red Light Therapy unit. It is proven to repair damaged collagen for a smoother and wrinkle-free looking complexion. It even helps fade age spots, refines pores and much more including reducing pain and speed healing incisions, wounds, burns, pulled muscles, lower back pain, carpal tunnel and more. Get more information about Red Light Therapy and $150 off with coupon 1958 at checkout HERE.

Here are just a few of the many, many testimonials we received from clients, about our skincare and DPL II red light…

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“Thank you Louisa! I love all your products so much. I’m really picky about what I put on my face. I’ve ordered a second DPL II Red Light for my sister who has a horrible scalp condition. It already is starting to heal and looks so much better, and no itching after the very first treatment. Thank you for all the incredible products you offer and your very reasonable pricing. It’s good to know there are businesses that operate with such integrity and knowledge.” Cynthia T., TX

“Love this product (DPLIIA Red Light Therapy), and we can’t live without it – we’re ordering one for a friend!!” Donna H., MA

See Mona’s three photos below after using Red Light Therapy and our skin care products. She’s over 60 years old! …“Hi Louisa: I LOVE your Ultimate Age-Proofing Complex with EGF! I saw a noticeable improvement in skin density, firmness and uplift in less than a month that I’ve used it. It’s amazing stuff!!…  I LOOOOVE the DPL II LED Red light machine and use it very often and I just purchased a week or so ago your Deep Penetrating LED Peptide Serum and your Skin Uplift Serum and love both of them. The Deep Penetrating LED Peptide Serum is giving a boost to the treatment already and I’m so pleased with that. The Uplift Serum is wonderful as well! I also just purchased your Ultimate Age-Proofing Complex – really enjoying it. I’ll send a testimonial about that soon…. Thanks again Louisa for all the wonderful service you provide to so many women.”

Check out many more testimonials here about DPL II Red Light and here for skincare products

Mona DPL II testimonials

6) For those with age spots or melasma apply the age spot reducer recipe (below) under any one of the products noted in Step #1.

To make my age spot recipe here’s what you do:

Combine 1 tsp. fresh lemon juice with 1 tbsp. witch hazel. Using a cotton swab, spot dab the dark pigments with this mixture. Let dry and then top with any one of the products noted in Step #1.

For more skincare routines, visit my SKIN CARE HELP Page. Hollywood Beauty Secrets is your place for safe, powerful, professional quality skincare at every day affordable prices.

 

 

 

 

 

by Louisa Graves, Author & Beauty Expert

Is Hyaluronic Acid Safe? 9

Is Hyaluronic Acid Safe? Well this depends on the type of Hyaluronic Acid (HA). There is so much hype about HA in skin care products lately. Alarmingly, there are a number of skin care manufacturers claiming that Low Molecular Weight (LMW) Hyaluronic Acid (HA) is the best one – when in fact they are incorrect!

The truth is many cosmetic manufacturers and some aestheticians are misinformed about HA in general. In particular, the safety of Low Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (LMW HA) is very concerning.

Many manufacturers misinterpret test results and put a positive spin on LMW HA.  But the reason I wrote this article is to inform women of all ages that there is no benefit to using Low Molecular weight HA. Why? Because it causes serious inflammation  of the skin.

Read on for the difference between safe High and Medium (HMW HA & MMW HH) Versus LMW HA….

Both High (HMW) and Medium Molecular Weight (MMW) Hyaluronic Acid, are known as sodium hyaluronate on skin care labels. Both High and Medium HA are two safe forms of Hyaluronic Acid for our skin. They are used in facial fillers and added to high quality topical serums and creams. When applied topically, HMW and MMW HA sit on the surface of the skin where it binds to water to maintain hydration, and cross links with other HA molecules to help maintain the skin’s barrier. The result is dewy and plumper looking skin. However, as we age, we slow down making HA, thus the skin starts to look and feel dehydrated and aged. 

Our bodies produce HA so it is completely natural to humans – and therefore very unlikely to cause an allergic reaction. However, if we are talking about Low Molecular Weight (LMW) Hyaluronic Acid, which is unfortunately found in many commercial serums and creams, there are important health and safety issues you need to know. Plenty of literature supports that Low Molecular Weight (LMW) HA should be avoided!!

Here’s why:

  1. LMW HA causes inflammation and accelerates aging skin over time!
  2. If skin is prone to melanoma, small fragments of LMW HA are known to promote tumor invasiveness!
  3. Another study suggests that LMW HA may also play a role in breast cancer metastasis.
  4. NEVER use LMW HA serum for micro-needling or micro-skin rolling because this will cause scarring and aged looking skin.

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An article published by Barefacedtruth.com also notes, “We strongly suggest you review any hyaluronic acid products you may use on yourself or others. Make sure the formulator didn’t fall prey to marketing materials from one of those too-clever-by-half ingredients manufacturers who make up a good story (about LMW-HA) but haven’t a clue about the real science.… Sodium hyaluronate is High Molecular Weight HMW-HA, which is the natural form.”

NOTE: For micro needling (aka micro skin needling), use only High Molecular Weight Hyaluronic Acid (HMW-HA)  to prevent scarring and for excellent skin rejuvenating results.

The following serums can be applied nightly for anti-aging and can also be used for micro-needling, aka needle rolling  or micro-skin rolling.

* Skin Uplift Serum * Deep Penetrating LED Peptide Serum * Stem Cell Serum * Night Perfect
Watch a good micro skin rolling video HERE

Shop with confidence at HollywoodBeautySecrets.com. Products on this site are formulated with Medium to High Molecular Weight (HMW) Hyaluronic Acid, they are as follows: 

Skin Uplift Serum * Deep Penetrate LED Peptide Serum * Stem Cell Serum * Beyond CP * Ultimate Age-Proofing Complex * De-Aging Solution * Eye Perfect * Night Nutrient Cream *

20% Vitamin C Serum with Antioxidants * Soothing Toner

Get more information about these products at my SHOP