On My Whish List
Posted 11/27/2009 by Lara
Whish products are for any girl who wants to be pampered and expects more out of shaving then a dull razor and a bar of soap. This 3-piece set of pomegranate body wash, shave cream, and body butter, is travel friendly (products are TSA approved sizes) and an worthwhile way to become familiar with the line. Priced at $20, it makes a great secret Santa or stocking stuffer for any lady on your list.
Pomegranate Whish Essential Set includes:
• 1.2 oz. Pomegranate Body Wash
• 1.2 oz. Pomegranate Shave Cream
• 1.2 oz. Pomegranate Body Butter
• Reusable clear plastic case
This collection cleanses and moisturizes for a clean shave that won’t dry your skin. Scented with pomegranate, the routine finishes with Whishes non-greasy body butter, formulated with shea butter and aloe to hydrate, and seaweed extract, to restore lost collagen and leave skin smooth.
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Beauty Brief
Posted 11/22/2009 by Lara
Here are some headlines that caught my attention this month:
* Francois Nars launched his latest book 15×15 (only 1500 copies!). Get it while you can.
* This weekend, Bernard and Ruth Madoff’s government auction brought in over $1 Million. The proceeds will go toward reimbursing victims who lost their investments in the Madoff scam. PETA wanted Ruth Madoff’s furs to be donated to the homeless, to keep them warm this winter.
* Privately owned, highly regarded (just ask Prince Charles and First Lady Michelle Obama) fragrance brand Creed will open it’s first doors in the US on Madison Avenue in December.
* Tim Burton’s exhibit officially opens today (and will be up until April 26) at MoMA. Burton’s influence on film and art has had a heavy impact on the fashion industry. WWD reported last week the Dollywood trend for Spring 2010 is no doubt attributed in part to Burton’s adaptation of Alice in Wonderland premiering March 5, 2010. I’m so excited!
* Gossip Girl’s costume designer Eric Daman will launch his latest book, You Know You Want it: Style-Inspiration-Confidence, on December 15. Available on Amazon now to pre-order. You know what I want? That dress Serena wore to Rufus and Lilly’s wedding. Oh and Jenny’s sequence dress that she’s wearing in the group shot on their website, and-I’ll stop. I could play this game all day.
* James Franco joins the cast of General Hospital for 2 months. Drool!
* Kate Moss’s motto, “Nothing tastes as good as skinny feels”. Well she must feel great!
* Concerns/rumors of Sammy Sosa’s sudden change of skin tone being due to a skin infection or byproduct of alleged steroid use have been put to rest. The former Chicago Cubs slugger was reported saying “It’s a bleaching cream that I apply before going to bed and whitens my skin some.” Keep that cream away from me! Pictures HERE.
* After 25 years, Oprah is ending her run of the Oprah Winfrey show in 2011. But considering the debut of OWN (Oprah Winfrey Network) slated to launch in 2011, perhaps a new talk show will be in the works.
* Tomorrow, November 23, Bergdorf Goodman unleashes their holiday window! You know where to find me.
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NARS 15×15 Project
Posted 11/22/2009 by Lara
In celebration of NARS 15th anniversary, Francois Nars launched his latest book 15×15. This 40 page book features 15 beauty and fashion icons including Naomi Campbell, Marc Jacobs, Amber Valletta, Daphne Guinness, and Isabella Rossellini, captured through the lens and artistry of Francois Nars.
Priced at $80 ($98 with shipping), the proceeds from the project will be donated to 15 charities selected by the celebrities. The cost is a little steep, but considering it goes to many great causes, and is a limited edition (only 1500 copies are being made), get it while you can. I missed out on buying his first book, X-Ray, and I’ve been kicking myself ever since. Now when is Mr. Nars’ next PA? I’d like my book signed.
Visit 15x15project.com for more information including the charities involved, behind the scenes footage, images and to purchase.
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For the Girl Who Wants it All
Posted 11/22/2009 by Lara
If you’re looking for a gift for a makeup maven, or are one yourself, don’t miss out on these two limited edition palettes. From beginners to pros, if you’ve ever asked yourself, ‘I wonder if I can pull off wearing…,’ here’s your chance to find out. These two sets can be mixed and matched to create endless looks. So much fun! Lets face it, not every color is going to look great on you, but that’s half the battle when experimenting to find your perfect look. Once you’ve figured out your best looks, you can go back for the full size versions feeling more confident.
Sephora Brand’s Ultimate Blockbuster
Set Includes:
- How-to Guide
- 3 qty Blushes
- 60 qty lip glosses
- 2 qty Lip liners
- 3 qty Eyeliners
- 6 qty Cream Eyeliners
- 84 qty Eyeshadows
- 6 qty Matte Eyeshadows
- 6 qty Sparkling Eyeshadows
- Double-ended eyeshadow applicator/ eyeliner brush
- Double-ended sponge-tipped applicator
- Lip brush
- Powder brush
Price: $48 ($400 value)
Tarte Treasure Chest
Set Includes:
- 16 qty Full-Sized Shimmering Eyeshadows
- 16 qty Full-Sized Matte Eyeshadows
- 16 qty Lipglosses
- Mineral Powder Bronzer In Park Ave Princess
- Pink Luminizer
- 4 qty Powder Blushes
Price: $52 ($686 value)
A combination of all new colors and best sellers, these products have all been dermatologist tested and does not containparabens, petro-chemicals, phthalates, sulfates, GMOs, Triclosans, preservatives, gluten, talc, glycols, MEA/DEA/TEA, and formaldehyde donors.
Compact and beautifully packaged, this bejeweled kit, which includes a mirror that folds to be amazingly compact. I’m slightly enamored.
For More information on both sets visit Sephora.com
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Steel it Off!
Posted 11/18/2009 by Lara
On a recent trip to Whisk, I had me a little impulse purchase of a ‘Steel Clean Soup Stainless Steel Hand Odor Remover Bar’. In other words I bought a $4 piece of stainless steel in the shape of a soap bar just because I was curious. How on earth did I not know that stainless steel supposedly removes harsh odors like fish, garlic, and onions just by rubbing your hands on it. No, you don’t need the bar to try this at home, grab a spoon or any stainless steel object, add some water and use it as though you were washing your hands with a regular bar of soap. I felt moderately ridiculous washing my hands with anything that doesn’t lather, although it does look adorable in my kitchen and makes for a good conversation piece. There’s no strong research or science to back up how beneficial it is, but it’s easy enough to try it at home and does seem to be moderately effective.
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Survive the Holidays – My Must Haves
Posted 11/17/2009 by Lara
With the winter and holidays right around the corner, this is generally that time of year our skin begins to experience some of their ramifications. Here are some of my must haves to stay stress free (or at least look like it!), while combating winter dryness this season. They also make great gifts, if for no one else, then yourself, and they get extra points for their great packing.
*These products are in the order of the post below (not in order of my favorites).
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Survive Kit by This Works
Posted 11/17/2009 by Lara
The Survive Kit from This Works is a travel friendly 5 piece set That includes:
Turbo Balm – A preservative free balm, made from Cocoa Butter, Rose, and Monoi, works great on lips, cuticles, elbows, (basically any chapped area) to sooth dryness.
Quick Spritz – A cool hydrating spritz for the face and body blended from on palmrosa and rosewood to refresh the skin.
One for all – A roller ball with pure lavender and coconut oil, is a natural antiseptic that can be used when skin needs some soothing relief. The calming smell can also help aid sleep.
Breathe in – Aromatherapy to the rescue. This roller ball with frankincense and eucalyptus is useful for clearing the head, or when feeling run down.
Stay Cool Eye Serum – A soothing blend of aloe, arnica, and cucumber. Easy absorption into the skin — this helps me look revived and refreshed after a long night.
For more information click HERE
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Relax with some Peppermint
Posted 11/17/2009 by Lara
I love the smell of peppermint and it’s ability to relax and relieve my headaches. Right now I’m loving Jurlique’s Peppermint Pure Essential Oil and Origins Peppermint, Basil, Rosemary Glass Candle to help relieve my stress.
Origins Peppermint, Basil, Rosemary Glass Candle
This candle fills any room with it’s soothing blend of peppermint mixed with basil and rosemary, infusing an amazing smell that helps me decompress after a long day. Available in two sizes, 2″x2″ ($10), and 3″x 4″ ($30).
Click HERE for more information
Jurlique’s Peppermint Pure Essential Oil
Jurlique’s Peppermint Pure Essential Oil is great for relieving headaches, sinusitis, congestions, and nausea. This product works great in a vaporizer or I put a little on my temples and palms, take a few breaths and just inhale the oil to relax. I keep one at the office, and I do not fly without it.
For more information click HERE
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Skyn Iceland – Detox Kit for Stressed Skin
Posted 11/17/2009 by Lara
Skyn Iceland, the natural skincare company that specializes in counteracting the negative effects of stressed skin created the Detox Kit based on 4 of their signature products to help rebalance skin.
Glacial Face Wash with Biospheric Complex – This gentle, foaming cleanser helps relieves skin of impurities and leaves skin soft and refreshed. Key ingredients include white willow bark (helps prevent breakouts), icelandic kelp (to fight inflammation), and cylindrical seed oil (natural antioxidant that helps repair skin’s lipid barrier).
Arctic Face Mist with Biospheric Complex – A refreshing, toning mist, that helps instantly relieve irritated, uneven and inflamed skin. I love this product right after washing my face as well as for a pick me up throughout the day. It’s impressive ingredient roster includes green tea antioxidants, white willow bark, witch hazel (to reduce size of pores), shea butter (hydrates dry skin), and yeast extract (to help calm inflammation).
The ANTIDOTE Quenching Daily Lotion with Biospheric Complex – This lightweight lotion goes on with a cooling sensation to moisturizes and hydrates skin; safe and recommended for acne prone skin. Contains Omega 2, 6, and 9 fatty acids, aloe vera, jojoba, and shea butter to moisturize the skin. There is a mint derivative used to improve microcirculation to relieve redness, and meadow sweet extract to control oiliness and tighten pores. In addition, this product includes white willow bark, Icelandic kelp, and yeast extract (explained above).
Oxygen Infusion Night Cream with Biospheric Complex – This overnight moisturizing cream works with your natural renewal process to energize, and restore tone and texture. Powerful ingredients include anti-aging rice peptides to firm skin, antioxidants, Vitamins A, C, and E to improve elasticity and tone skin, as well as white willow bark and yeast extract.
Basically, a month supply of skincare (cleaner, lotion, mist, and night cream) that works to counteract stress and all the unpleasantness it can create.
For more information click HERE
