What They Say: "This innovative moisturizing eye cream with Biodormin™ technology:
Helps minimize the look of existing lines and dark circles.
Noticeably firms and smooths the look of skin.
With continued use, helps delay the appearance of future aging signs around the eye area.
Delivers intensive hydration to relieve dryness."

Jen's Experience: I've tried most of the moisturizers in the Intervene line and didn't find anything to be truly spectacular. I have to say, this eye cream is certainly the best of the bunch so far. It does a pretty good job of keeping my undereyes moisturized without being greasy, so it's a perfect daytime moisturizer to wear under my concealer. I haven't noticed any improvement in my dark circles, which is one of my main criteria for a great undereye cream. And sadly, no luck on the fine lines either. I think this is a good choice for a daytime moisturizer, but for me, I have to complement this with a nighttime eye moisturizer that works on my circles to really have a full solution for all my undereye woes.

Retail Price: $42.00 (ElizabethArden.com or your local department store)

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"Every woman has a time in her life when she feels the most beautiful. You recognize the moment. When everything - your life, your looks, your skin - is most vibrant and at its peak. It's a time when you'd like to stay right where you are forever and put skin aging on pause."

Pause & Effect Cream and Lotion SPF 15
"This innovative moisturizing treatment with Biodormin™ technology works to visibly slow the effects of accelerated aging on the skin to delay the appearance of lines, wrinkles, loss of firmness and tone. Helps minimize imbalances in the look of skin caused by fluctuating hormonal and protein levels. The result: with continued use, skin looks younger longer ~ smoother, more vibrant and less lined."

Jen's Experience: I tried both the moisture lotion and cream while testing the INTERVENE line, and they worked very similarly. The line is new for Elizabeth Arden (it was just released this month), so I couldn't find any information online that would guide me to using one product or the other. So, I mixed and matched.

I tried the cream first, and was really impressed with the light, fluffy texture. It did a great job of moisturizing my dry, winter skin without making my make-up slide off during the course of the day. I tried the moisturizing lotion next, and while the effects were similar, it seemed like the thinner consistency absorbed into my skin more, whereas the cream sat on top of my skin.

My skin stayed moisturized and didn't develop any dry, flaky areas like it often would at this point in the year. Since I've started using the products from this line daily, I've had more than my usual number of blemishes, but I also haven't noticed any improvements in vibrancy and radiance. I realize those are pretty subjective terms. Given that the product was supposed to make my skin appear more vibrant...well...I guess I just expected more. I expected to look in the mirror and say, "wow, my skin looks really good." So, top marks for moisture, but perhaps the formula was just wrong for my sensitive skin.

Retail Price: $55.00 for either the moisturizing lotion or cream (SkinStore.com)

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3-in-1 Daily Cleanser Exfoliator Primer
"This NEW 3-in-1 Daily Cleanser Exfoliator Primer is a unique foaming formula that cleanses, gently exfoliates and leaves skin primed to receive maximum moisturizing and treatment benefits.

The ideal, multi-tasking first step before INTERVENE Pause & Effect Moisture Cream or Lotion SPF 15. "

Jen's Experience: When I was in college, I got on a major Elizabeth Arden kick, and I remember really liking their facial cleanser. I don't know why I stopped using it, but this product brought back fond memories -- it's very similar to the one I used to use, with the addition of an exfoliant. I like the pleasant soapy smell a lot, but what I love is it's effectiveness in removing my make-up. I've been using that Estee Lauder Double Wear foundation nearly daily since I started reviewing it, and it stays put like nothing I've ever seen, which translates to "very difficult to wash off". Previous (and admittedly, more gentle) cleansers that I've used would leave a trace of make-up that I would find when I used a toner. When I use this product, it removes every little bit of make-up. Since it's such a good cleanser, I worry a little that it's responsible for this last bout of breakouts. On the other hand, since this is such a good cleanser, it's definitely worth keeping in my beauty routine.

Retail Price: $20.00 (SkinStore.com)
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What They Say: "This silky, smooth powder is perfect for cheekbones, forehead and brow bones to give skin a radiant, bronze “diva” look. Dust it on with the sensuous kabuki-style brush."

Jen's Experience: Normally, I have a really hard time making bronzer look natural on my very pale skin. They're usually just too dark and they make me look like I'm wearing a mask unless I use the lightest touch possible. But this powder from Elizabeth Arden, well, this a new experience for me. I dust this over my whole face for a nice glow, and then I come back to my cheekbones for extra contouring. It looks completely natural, not quite like I just came back from vacation in the tropics, more like I spent some time at an afternoon barbecue over the weekend (although if I actually did that and got sun, my normal coloring would be more pink than brown). The application is downright foolproof. If you've got pale skin and have been looking for a nice subtle bronzer, I can't recommend this one enough. This is the best addition to my make-up routine in some time.

Retail Price: $29.50 (Macys.com)

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What They Say: "This dual-ended eye pencil features two shades, fling and flair, that highlight and define eyes."

Melissa's DeLush Downlow: I was really drawn to this liner's colors and couldn't wait to use it. I'm usually a bigger fan of automatic pencils because normal ones often tug at my eyes and also I'm really lazy and love to not have to sharpen! This one, however, goes on smooth and looks great. I noticed some fading throughout the day a bit, but for a regular pencil that doesn't necessarily claim to be long-wearing, it wasn't that bad. And I just LOVE the different ways I can use the colors - the dark green is great on the upper lash line and the shimmery cream color is fabulous for brightening the inside corners of the eyes. (*You can click on the eye pics above to see a larger image of how I applied this.)

Retail Price: $15.00 (at dillards.com and in select department stores)

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What They Say: "A radiant woody floral. A modern expression of sparkling radiance.

Key Notes
Sparkling Radiance: Peach Nectar Sorbet, Sicilian Mandarin, Damask Plum
Unforgettable Bloom:Radiant Wisteria, Star Magnolia, Madagascar Orchid
Lasting Impression: Addictive Sandalwood, Fluid Skin Musk, Golden Amber Whisper "

Jen's Experience: I have long been a fan of Elizabeth Arden's scents. They're not the most sophisticated of scents -- it's hard to detect the notes or the individual layers -- but they're all pretty and ultra-feminine. If you're a fan of other Arden scents, I think you'll like this one as well. It's lighter than some of the others, and has a summery feel to it, making it perfect not just for work, but also for more casual occasions. Three spritzes in the morning last make me feel pretty throughout the day.

Retail Price: $57.50 (ElizabethArden.com)

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What They Say: "Wrap yourselv in velvet. Red Door Velvet. A new feeling in fragrance. As glamorous as original Red Door, but with a sensual softness all its own. A feminie bouque of rich florals combine with fresh notes of aromatic Earl Grey Tea to reveal a veil of airy musk and a feeling of velvety softness.
Entice: Fresh notes of aromatic Earl Grey Tea accord masterfully combine with bursts of bergamot and precious tea leaves.
Enchant: A feminine bouquet of pink peony accented with white freesia and jasmine petals opens to reveal the sensual warmth of patchouli dipped in golden honey.
Embrace: A veil of airy musks and warm vanila creates a feeling of absolute velvety softness."

Melissa's DeLush Downlow: As a young teenager, I remember having a real thing for the original Red Door fragrance. It seemed so warm and sophisticated, the kind of scent I wanted to be able to wear when I was an adult. I tore out many of its fragrance inserts from magazines, storing them away in my desk thinking that someday, I would get myself that perfume. I actually never did buy the original for some reason, even though I continued to find myself pulling up the flap of those inserts to take a whiff whenever I came across it.

Now here comes the newest incarnation of the scent: Red Door Velvet. I have to tell you, if I fell in love with Red Door in its original form, there was little hope for me here. I love the slight spice of the tea notes when it's first applied, the way it warms quicky on the skin, and how it maintains a feminine sophistication without being too stuffy. Also, when the fragrance has worn for a while, the subtle musky sweetness lingers for hours.

This is definitely a fragrance that makes you feel like a LADY.

Retail Price: $42.50 1.7oz, $52.50 3.3oz or $59.00 for a fragrance set of a 1.7oz eau de parfum spray and 3.3oz perfumed body lotion (available at select department stores and other retailers nationwide)

(Remember, DeLush does not give ratings to fragrances because each individual has unique preferences and body chemistry that affect their experience with scents. What we want to do is give you our best explanation of the fragrance from our experience and let you know about the staying power, etc. For more fragrance ideas, just go to the "Perfumes" category to see what else we've tried!)