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Diana Perkovic's Beauty Blog

Hello Fellow Beauty Buffs

Fellow Beauty Buffs! This is my very first Blog on HSN.com, and I hope you will join me in discussing all of our beauty concerns, favorite finds and great advice.

HSN wants to help you take control in 2008. It is with this in mind that I begin a series, ‘Winter Beauty SOS’. Dry, brittle hair? Nails? Lackluster skin? We’ll discuss it all.

Dull Skin
Does your skin look dull? Do you have uneven skin tone?

While cold, dry winter weather can take a toll on our skin, I do see a bright spot – literally! The summer months are fun, but it is difficult to keep skin out of the sun. Summer may not be the ideal time to begin a skin-brightening regime. But, winter is perfect! Take advantage of winter weather and brighten your skin.

After you wash off your make-up at the end of the day, step back from your mirror and take a long look at your skin. Do you see acne? Uneven skin tone? Do you find it difficult, even with concealer and foundation to achieve an even, flawless look? You may need specialized products that are designed to give you bright and even-looking skin.

Search for products that are specifically designed for brightening. But remember, one product cannot do it all. So, cleanse properly first. Find a gentle exfoliator, which will help remove the dead skin cells so that your specialized products can get to work. Put your brightening product on first, and then follow with a good cream. And, don’t forget to use sunscreen. Even in the winter! It could be the single most important thing you do when using brightening products.

Start today! We have about five months before the sunny weather is upon us again. Let’s take advantage of this time. By the way, I started my program about 4 weeks ago, and I am finally starting to see results. Be patient!

And, Take Control…

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(57 comments for Hi Beauty Buffs)

lorrayne, PA 07/23/2008
hi diane,love watching you on hsn.i just moved over to america from ireland,and i just love shopping on hsn.i have learned so much about beauty products ,i try a lot of different ones.so keep up the good work. love from lorrayne in pa.
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Alicia, CA 05/03/2008
Diana, could you please let me know when Elysee will be back on.
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Lisa, OH 03/20/2008
Diana, I enjoy watching you on beauty shows. I am a makeup and skincare junkie. We need a board for suggestions for other products such as jewelry and clothing as well. I just purchased clarins delicious self tanner and talika lash conditioner and have not rec'd yet. I must say Mario Deluigi has THE BEST LIP VARNISHES (ORIGINAL) wish they had colors instead of numbers - hard to reorder correct ones. Keep up the great work!!
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PMI, TX 03/19/2008
When is the next Elysee presentation? I am using some Elysee and loving it but have never seen a HSN presentation.
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rh, CA 03/18/2008
just curious, what happened to Sheer Cover? i hope you bring them back. i have literally tried all mineral brands available on the shopping networks, and this one is the best for my skin, (dry, oily, few small wrinkles (smile), sun damage)- especially great for summer! i just ordered SSC brand, i hope i like it.
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MGCT, MN 03/16/2008
Diana, I was watching you this morning on Wei East's 6th Anniversary show, and your hair is beautiful. I love the color, highlights, and cut. It looks absolutely fabulous on you. Have a great day.
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Samantha, MD 03/16/2008
I love skin care and make-up. I really like reading tips and sugestions from everyone. I really would like to know what is a really good product for evening out skin tone,and diminishing brown spots. Good luck with the blog,I look forwaed to reading more.
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MGCT, MN 03/14/2008
What are the HSN Divas?
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Patricia, CT 03/13/2008
Hello, Diana! I am one of the HSN Divas. Will you be able to join us when we come to Tampa this April?
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susan, NY 03/13/2008
Need a good spray moisturizer for the day time.I used Moisture Mist from TanTowel but it looks like HSN and dropped this item???? I need to spray my face in the afternoon to revive myself! LOL. You're so sweet. We ladies would like to have the boards back up so we can post our likes and even dislikes. I don't buy as much from HSN now because of this.
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Karen, MT 03/13/2008
In regards to Tan Towels, I have used 4 of the big ones this week and have not seen a change in my skin color at all.I am a little olive skinned,but pretty light since it is winter.What is wrong?I used Italian Bath and Body tanning cream and it worked. I thought the tan towels would be easier to apply espically to the faceand they dry fast.What could be wrong? It's weird that it did not work.
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Karen, MT 03/13/2008
Diana, Where have the SSC Olive Oil line kits gone?The site has a couple of kits,but they are not a daily complete regime kit.Can you ask Jennifer to get the correct Olive Oil kits they have had before?Summer is coming and need complete kits
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TERRY, KS 03/12/2008
Does anyone have a suggestion for a product that can be used to reduce the eyelid hooding I have? I would like something I could apply each day before using my makeup for instant results. Looking for results.
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MARGARET, TX 03/11/2008
I ABSOLUTLY LOVE (ALL)OF ADRIENNE'S PRODUCTS! THEY (ALL)WORK OUTSTANDING!EACH FOR THEIR OWN PURPOSE.I AM 55 & HAVE HAD & STILL HAVE VERY SERIOUS HEALTH PROBLEMS,ALSO RHUEMOTOID ARTHRITIS,&SCELODERMA,I FIND,FOR ME, THE ROUND JARS HARDER TO OPEN,SO PLEASE KEEP THEM BOTH!BEING DISABLED FOR 15 YRS.,PEOPLE THINK I AM BETTER NOW,AS ADRIENNE'S PRODUCTS HAVE MADE ME SERIOUSLY LOOK 35! THANK-YOU,ADRIENNE & HSN!
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Paige, MN 03/09/2008
I am going on a cruise and want to use a sunless tanner to get some color. I notice you have three on the Beauty page but I have heard so many wonderful things about the Glowfusion spray tan I think I will try it. I want something that looks like an actual tan. It is a little more expensive but my friends all say it is really worth it because it looks so authentic. Do I need the Glowfusion lotion that goes with it or will I be okay purchasing just the spray mist?
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Sharon, TN 03/08/2008
I recently ordered the Signature Club A Argon Oil kit. I really like it but when I use it my eyes burn. I can use the eye serum by itself, but when I add any of the other products my problem returns. Can anyone guide me to a product that would be good for my sensitive eyes? I do like the Signature Club A, but would try something else. Thanks for the help.
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Karen, HI 03/05/2008
Am looking & waiting for Adrienne Arpel to offer us Cinemaitalia Tone-On-Tone Bronzing Powder, will this product be available again? I just love it, as I do so many of her Italian line products.
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Mary, MO 03/05/2008
I am 47 and I too have LOTS of brown spots on my face from too much sun at the beach, pregnancy mask, etc... Someone metioned a fading fluid from SSC skin care that works which I cannot locate. What exactly is this called? I need help before my whole face looks like a BIG freckle. Miserable in Missouri!
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03/03/2008
I feel sorry for the lady whose skin developed a rash after using Serios Skin Care - I've used it for years and sewear by it - maybe she needs to try a milder version. Here in Michigan, we've experienced a brutal winter with all the dry skin as a result. I was using whatever I had around the house on my skin, but nothing helped,especially on my legs after wearing hose all day. I ordered the olive oil line again, and presto, soft as a baby's bottom, from my face to my toes! Try it.
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Diane, MO 02/28/2008
Diana, I am Diane from Missouri, yes I agree about this rough skin even I my hands, and I try not to forget to wear gloves. But we had had that sleet,snow, and ice till I can really tell its messed my face and hands up. Its time for a facial and I think I'll do it tomorrow.... Let me let you in on a secret, I heard on a TV show, and it works, use regular SUGAR from the kitchen its a wonderful exfolitar for your face expecially. It really works, your shows today were nice.....See you later....
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Diane, MO 02/28/2008
Diana, I am Diane from Missouri, yes I agree about this rough skin even I my hands, and I try not to forget to wear gloves. But we had had that sleet,snow, and ice till I can really tell its messed my face and hands up. Its time for a facial and I think I'll do it tomorrow.... Let me let you in on a secret, I heard on a TV show, and it works, use regular SUGAR from the kitchen its a wonderful exfolitar for your face expecially. It really works, your shows today were nice.....See you later....
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jennifer, OH 02/27/2008
anybody have any idea what will be in the M. Asam todays special this week?
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sillita, GA 02/25/2008
Diana, I'm in desperate need of more SSC fading fluid, it's the only thing that works for my pregnancy mask and any dark spots. I've been using it for years and am addicted to it, because it works. I stacked up on many bottles the last time they were available. well I ran out and have been waiting and waiting! It's been months since this product was available, what's going on? I would be highly disappointed if this product has been discontinued. If not when will it be back?
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MGCT, MN 02/23/2008
TO MARIA IN FLORIDA. I would try the Rice Milk Essence product from Wei East to help with your fading issues. I hope this helps you.
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Shelly, CA 02/23/2008
I also would like to know more products that are Paraben free. THANKS
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Diana fan, MT 02/22/2008
Diana, you're beautiful and you rock, you're so much fun. HSN is getting better and better! I really hope it does not merge with that other, aging network.
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Maria, FL 02/22/2008
I am a 44-year old Asian woman and have quite a few either freckles or age spot on my cheeks. I can't tell. They are a tad darker than my skin tone. Can you recommend a product from SSC or Adrien that can possible help lessen or eliminate them? I have used both products before and liked them. Thanks a lot.
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Janet, IL 02/21/2008
Hi Diana,Could you please look into SSC bringing in some larger kits.Here lately,it seems that you have to buy everything individually.What happened to the larger kits?Thanks.
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amy, NE 02/21/2008
I recently bought the serious skin care line. I have the supermel c, skin candescence, rulinea-fx regenerating cream, rulinea-fx eye cream, and rulinea-fx serum. The lady that promotes this product is just beautiful and has gorgeous skin so i thought i would try it and instead of serious skin care i got serious skin condition!!! My face is all bumpy,red,itchy,and burns!! My eye is all swollen too!!I don't think i will try anymore of these products for fear of this happening again, this is awful!
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Marlo, CA 02/20/2008
Hi Diana, Regarding a Toni Brattin hair piece from a few months ago. One she'd created just for the front. No rush, but if you could send me a quick note I'd appreciate it. Love watching your shows!!! Marlo
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TX 02/20/2008
I love ordering skincare kits from HSN and appreciate the quality and flex-pay. BUT, the availability is not good. Everytime I go to Dr. Jeanette Graf or Elysee which are my FAVS the products are not available - either sold out or just not there. Please HSN keep the products in stock so we can BUY them.
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Colleen, MO 02/18/2008
Any hair products you would recommend for someone growing their hair out? I have seen you go from short to long and said it took you two years. Any tips/suggestions?
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Kara, CO 02/17/2008
I live in Colorado and believe me it is as dry as everyone sais it is. I just started using Serious Skin Care last fall and I have never been so happy with the way my skin looks and feels. I started with the olive oil line, and it truly has made a huge improvement to my skin. The winter's here are bitter cold so I needed something that would provide major moisture but without being greasy, and the olive oil line is it. I love Serious Skin care and I love HSN. Thank you for making it affordable!
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Elizabeth, SC 02/17/2008
Congratulations on your new blog. I'm grateful to see it! I've tried most of the major beauty lines on HSN and even on the competing networks. I recently switched from Isomers to Elysee, and I am really amazed by the results: my skin is radiant! Age spots are fading, as are wrinkles. My only complaints are that Elysee is given so little time (even though most of her products are customer picks!) and that not enough product is stocked for her shows or between visits.
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jen, OH 02/15/2008
desperate in AL, wei East has a great sensitive skin line u might like to try or serious skin care's sesitive skin line is also wonderful. Good luck.
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Karen, MT 02/12/2008
Dear Cherie in CA. Thank you sooooo much! I will try the Liftfusion ASAP!This is great.If your friend had the same line like I do(vertical)I will purchase and try it right away.I will follow your directions.It is so dry in Montana most of the time. I lived in Southern CA all my life but moved to MT in 94.I will let you know how the Liftfusion works so I hope you check in this blog for my response, so look out for me:)
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Lori, PA 02/11/2008
I have learned so much from HSN skin care lines. I love using Serious Skin Care and recommend it to everyone with sensitive skin. For years I paid so much money on products just for their name and nothing compares to SSC. I am so happy that you now have Sephora too! Great blog.
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Kathy, TN 02/11/2008
Great idea and love watching you - you're really enjoyable. I am an avid SSC user, and buy others such as Morgen Shick, SCA, on and on - make up junkie!Would love to see on the web sites of the products some of the tips that we might miss if we miss a show, especially in regards to layering the products, for example, the nanofill, then the brightener, then the SuperMel C and then what, the C serum if we use it! I know there isn't a wrong way, it would be helpful though. thanks!
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Sarah, MD 02/09/2008
I would like to see more natural organic cremes and makeup that are paraben free. Much better for your skin and with less side effects. Thanks
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Desperate, AL 02/09/2008
I am newer to HSN and have never used the beauty line. I am considering trying some foundation and cleanser for extremely sensitive skin. My face almost looks like I have the lupus rash. I have broken red capillaries on my cheeks that are bright red and hard to conceal. I don't like thick makeup are anything that feels thick and pasty. I am 27 and would really like to look young and vibrant. Any suggestions?
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Rainey 02/08/2008
I use Signature Club A products - the rapid C kit and add the One Creme solution. I've always had good skin but this took it to the next level along with the C capsules. My only problem is with the packaging. Can you please ask Adrienne to please go back to round jars. The square lids are very difficult to open. The kit is geared for the over 40 crowd (I'm 53) and you start to get arthritis in your hands, it becomes difficult to open the jars.
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Christine, CA 02/06/2008
Please give Elysee more air time. Her products are superior, and I think more viewers would agree, especially those like us who are over 40. I've purchased just about everything of this line, and the results are AMAZING. Also, Lauren Hutton line needs re-stocking often. I have completely switched to her makeup products. My face haven't looked this radiant since I was in my 20's. I love beauty products from HSN, and having fun trying them all.
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OH 02/05/2008
what do u recommend to use for forehead-oiley around nose and chin--dry and is it true using mosturizers on oiley skin makes it worsE there is so many skin care lines out there im going crazy trying to find one,, thank you ange p.s only been shopping with hsn for a few months now and im hooked. YOU GUYS ARE AWSOME
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PMI, TX 02/05/2008
I have been thinking about trying Elysee. What results have you seen and which products should I start with? Thanks! I am 53, so wrinkles, firmness and radiance are my skin concerns.
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02/05/2008
Try Elysee. It works wonders!!!
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Linda, OH 02/04/2008
i added them but just like being able to talk to someone it tells me i dont have the correct format.
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Cherie, CA 02/04/2008
A SUGGESTION FOR KAREN in MT: Try Liftfusion on your vertical line. I used it on horizontal lines on my forehead but my friend has that exact same vertical line as you so I lent her some. She uses it every day now. You have to use a couple of drops and dab it on fairly thick but it really works and it's not a filler, it actually smoothes the line away.
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jackie madain 02/03/2008
Love to see you Diana doing all shows especially beauty shows. You are a delight and beautiful to look at . I love to watch you and please always share your beauty secrets with us.
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PMI, TX 02/03/2008
Glad to see HSN is giving us a place to post questions and comments, since they eliminated all of the HSN boards. My current fave is Dr. Jeanette Graf's Retinol Kit. Have been using it for about 6 months now. Great results!
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Karen, MT 02/02/2008
Hi Diana, Congrats on the new blog.It is great. Do you know of a good product for a long vertical line on the forhead.I am 44.I have tried Wei East White Lotus, Nanofill, Instatox, and nothing is working. Any suggestions would be awesome.What do you think about the M.Asam line? Is it worth trying? Please come on often so we can see your input and suggestions. You are adorable. Good luck!
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Helena, FL 02/01/2008
Diana, So happy to see HSN is using your beauty expertise on-line this way. I will check in often. You have provided me with so many great beauty tricks and tips already. My most recent fave is the new Skin line from Beauty Fusion. The brightening lotion, adjusting foundation and minerals are amazing. I am nearly 50 and never dreamed my skin could look this good. Maybe even better than when I was 40!
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Kelly, TX 02/01/2008
I am glad to see you here! I just wanted to express my concern about the SSC line. It seems of late they are really pushing the makeup and I do use it and love it however the big kits that made me fall in love with SSC are just not here anymore. I am an A girl, mix a few others but it looks like in order to get that cute bag with my order or the gigantore kit I am going to have to move to the C line or another completely. Even through there last big event no A kits. Thanks for hearing me out!
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Jan, IL 01/31/2008
Congrats Diana on your new beauty blog, Glad we are getting to communicate more with other HSN customers and HSN hosts. My one request is MORE DESTINY kits from Marilyn Miglin. I know Pheromone is her signature fragrance here at HSN but there are too many Pheromone kits and NOT ENOUGH Destiny. Please send my request to the appropriate personnel. Where's the Destiny diffuser? Thanks!
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Karen, TX 01/30/2008
I also got the same call from HSN cancelling my auto-ship for Nanofill and was told both things as well. In my opinion this product was the BEST in plumping wrinkles on the market. I just hope they don't wait a time, re-package it and sell it for more $$$. It truly was worth a lot more than the price.
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Carol, FL 01/29/2008
Does hsn carry any paraben free products. I am really watching what I put on my skin.
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PEGGIE, MA 01/29/2008
DIANA, We look forward to discussing all our beauty concerns with you, cant wait to read all your beauty advice. CONGRATS ON NEW BLOG
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melissa, NC 01/29/2008
I was contacted today about one of my autodeliverys, it was for nanofill from serious skin care. they told me my AS was cancelled and I asked why and was told that the orders couldn't br filled and so they were canceling all autoships. then I called back to see why and was told that they could not get the product anymore. I still don't understand, because that is a new product from SSC and it looks like it's still available on the web. Please look into this for me. Thanks Melissa
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