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Far more than just an anti-aging balm, Le Baume 27 is an innovative concoction that helps to firm, refine and energize the skin with a blend of bio-active and anti-radical properties.
Simple and effective, this moisturizer boasts a mixture of asiaticoside, madecassoside and asiatic acid, giving it remarkable reparative and restorative abilities.
Retailer: Colette.fr
Cost: $167.00
Sidewalk cafes, afternoons in the park, garden parties, barbeques galore: summer is all about being outdoors.
Unfortunately, you’re not the only one who loves to dine al fresco. Mosquitoes are out in force but there’s no need to douse yourself with DEET.
A toxic ingredient in insect repellants, DEET has been known to cause everything from rashes and skin irritation to an increased likelihood of insomnia, mood disturbances and impaired cognitive function. Hey, thanks but I just got over my PMS. An infinitely healthier and equally effective alternative is a combination of lavender, cedar and eucalyptus essential oils – I got my combo from Enfleurage– and a little goes a long way. Just a dab on your exposed bits and you’ll repel the bugs, not the boys.
And once you’ve crossed West Nile Virus off your list of “Exotic Sounding Things I Don’t Want To Catch” you can direct all your energy into worrying about Swine Flu. Oh, and your credit card bill. Joy!
– Claire
Refining body care products to keep in your arsenal this season:
Nude Smoothing Body Refiner
A detoxifying, clinically proven firming serum that moisturizes and smoothes skin.
Fresh Sugar Acai Age-Delay Body Cream
Enriched with Açaí oil, this beautifully scented moisturizer provides antioxidant protection, helps to maintain elasticity,
and also enhances
collagen production and naturally firms, lifts, and smoothes the skin's
surface.
Clarins High Definition Body Lift
Redefines the body, minimizing the appearance of
cellulite whilst contouring the lower body and creating a more toned, fit silhouette.
Avon Anew Clinical Professional Stretch Mark Smoother
Visibly reduces those not-so-hot scars on the body with patented Trilaser technology to stimulate collagen, boost elastin, and help lighten & fade existing stretch marks whilst preventing against new ones, as well.
Figuring
out how to get my makeup to stay in place and still look good despite
heat, sunscreen, chlorine, and ocean waves has been a decade of trial
and error. At long last (thankfully!), I’ve cracked effortless beach
beauty. Here’s what you’ll need besides a serious dose of SPF— take it
from the ultimate water baby.
Tinted self-tanner for face
Summers on the Mediterranean and in New York have taught me that it
takes a whole lot of powder and primer for foundation and tinted
moisturizer to even think about staying put. Tinted self-tanner gives a
glow that increases over the day and provides just enough coverage. I
like Lancome’s Flash Bronzer Medium Colour Oil-Free Tinted Self-Tanning Lotion for Face with Vitamin E every other day— I find I need this less and less the more sun-kissed I get.
Waterproof eyeliner
Even though I tend to hide behind sunglasses when the sun comes out
(what else hides last night better?), no one wants panda eyes when they
get to post-beach cocktails. Simple definition of the eyes with a
smudge-proof eyeliner such as Shu Uemura’s new Painting Gel Liner,
stays in place and can be intensified for sweltering midsummer
evenings. Psst: those with blue and green eyes, go with an aubergine
tone, it enhances the color.
If going without mascara is the same for you as leaving your cell phone at home is for me, a light coating of waterproof mascara should last the day— just don’t rub your eyes. Dior’s DiorShow and Lancome’s Defincils Waterproof will do the trick.
Cheek and lip tint
My Anglo-Saxon heritage has made it next to impossible for me not to
mimic the rising thermostat with the color of my cheeks. Before I get
to that point in the day, however, a warm tint to the apples of my
cheeks not only helps define my face, it also gives a warm glow. I’ve
gotten most compliments when using Benefit’s Posietint (a soft pink version of their cult-classic Benetint) and Bobbi Brown’s Sheer Color Cheek Tint in Sheer Coral. Both of these work when dabbed on lips and covered with an
SPF lip balm— sunburned lips are the worst. For a two-in-one prod’, my
go-to is Kiehl’s Tinted Lip Balm SPF 15 in Golden Berry.
— Daisy
According to a recent University of California study, the future of cosmetics lies in a combination of iron oxide particles, microscopic polymer beads, and magnetic fields.
Confused? So was I. But it's actually quite simple.
Basically, a reaction caused in the first two elements by a switch in magnetic fields could soon allow us to turn colored pigments on and off at will.
So, for example, a universal shade of nail polish is one product that's likely to become a reality. Imagine a formulation that would transform, say, from a sheer white to a rich shade of navy in an instant. One manicure for day, another for night. All without a drop of remover. How brilliant would that be?
"Beauty sleep" does more than just brighten the complexion and improve mood, it also helps with weight loss, too.
According to recent reports, body mass index (BMI) is linked to length and quality of sleep.
Additional research is required to fully understand this relationship, but it's believed that getting less sleep disrupts natural hormonal balances, thereby causing one to eat more.
Stress may also play a role in both reducing the length and quality of sleep, and increasing eating and other behaviors that may result in weight gain.
Click here for tips on how to get a good night's rest.
This waterproof, long-lasting liner is all you need for sultry, sexy eyes this season.
Retailer: NeimanMarcus.com
Cost: $60.00
Attention Wilfred, Talula Babaton, Talula, Community & TNA addicts:
Aritzia is expanding stateside this summer with new store openings in San Francisco, Portland, Chicago, and NJ.
Happy shopping!
Mark your calendar— and start practicing your duck 'n grab technique— Jimmy Choo is launching an H&M capsule on November 14th.
The limited-edition offering will be sold at 200 stores worldwide, and includes: shoes, handbags, and clothing, for both men and women.
Prices will range from $59.95 to $299 USD.
Click here for additional details.
Composed of eleven essential oils— including argan, evening of primrose, and jasmine— Linda Rodin's premiere body care product is as luxurious as it is effective.
Based on RODIN's famed Olio Lusso facial oil, this lightweight, anti-aging formulation works to nourish the skin, and leaves it feeling soft, supple, and hydrated. Just a few drops after a bath/shower, and you're left with a highly addictive glow...
For added effect, try blending two parts body oil with one part liquid bronzer during the summer months.
Retailer: Nydg.com
Cost: $85.00
According to recent reports, those with a darker complexion and/or hair color may be more susceptible
to nicotine dependence and tobacco-related carcinogens.
Click here to learn more.
Bulgari is a house that holds a great deal of meaning for me personally, so to be one of the first to try their premiere beauty offering was an honor.
Now, having experienced the collection, I'm pleased to report that it's truly exceptional and provides the glow only a rare jewel can give.
The point of difference with Bulgari's innovative skincare line is an exclusive Gem Essence, which includes four extracts of fine and precious stones chosen for their synergetic and beneficial effects on the skin: sapphire, malachite, tourmaline, and citrine. Bulgari's formulations also boast a powerful polypeptide III complex, which works with the gemstones to stimulate the production of collagen, elastin, hyaluronic acid, and fibronectin in the skin.
The result? A noticeable improvement in tone, coloration, and elasticity.
But enough with the general statements. Every luxury collection has it's star product, and the one Bulgari product you need to own is their Masque Precieux ($130). I randomly purchased this product after falling in love with the sampling sent to me, and it's absolutely amazing. When worn overnight, this anti-aging masque eased expression lines and gave my skin an overall radiance. The compliments alone have convinced me that it's a product to purchase in bulk.
Retailer: NeimanMarcus.com
Cost: $50.00- $320.00
Leaving town for the weekend? Be sure to pack a few of these travel-friendly favorites:
CHANEL UV Essentiel Anti-Pollution SPF 30+
A heavenly, plant-based emulsion that works to protect your skin against environmental aggressors, while also helping to fade existing dark spots and imperfections. $49.
NUDE Travel Nude II
Housed in a washbag made entirely of reclaimed seatbelts, this skincare set includes a week's supply of their Cleansing Milk, Hydrating Water, Age Defense
Moisturizer, Moisture Balance, and Replenishing
Night Oil. $148.
Givenchy Prismissime Mat & Glow in Sun Caramel
Mixed
together or applied separately, this combination of matte and pearlized
powders works to illuminate, sculpt, and perfect your complexion. Can
be used on the face, eyes and body. $53.
Dior DiorShow Iconic Extreme Waterproof Mascara
Provides plush, look-at-me lashes that are sure to last through the hottest days (and steamiest nights). $27.
Sephora "Go Curl" Eyelash Curler
One of my all-time favorite tools, this mini curler is great on-the-go. $14.
Yves Saint Laurent Tresor d'Afrique 5 Colour Palette for the Lips
A
limited edition palatte that comes complete with three lipstick shades:
pearly pink, shiny orange, and fuchsia; and two lip gloss shades:
pearly plum and light shimmery pink.
$62.
GoSMILE Flashlites
Keeps teeth bright through all those naughty indulgences that come so naturally on holiday. $10.
ghd Travel Hair Dryer w/Introductory Set
Includes
a mightly mini hair dryer, as well as their Guardian Shampoo, Guardian
Conditioner, Thermal Protector (for normal to fine hair), Obedience
Cream, two hair clips, and a travel bag to store it all. $135.
Demeter 1/2 oz Cologne Purse Spray
Available
in an assortment of playful, seasonally-inspired blends (favorites
include Gin & Tonic, Green Tea, and Laudromat). $10.
Beauty and fashion retailers have been hit hard this past year, and the major chains are no exception. As many cut back on costs and others pass out pink slips, some businesses are choosing to explore alternative survival strategies.
Henri Bendel, for instance, is doing away with clothes altogether. It's quite a surprising revelation from the famed NYC department store— especially as it follows a recent announcement of their plans to expand nationwide.
Bendel's focus is said to remain on niche luxury goods, limited now to beauty products and fashion accessories, with an emphasis placed on private label goods
(of course).
Newly appointed CEO Lynn Tilton let it slip/strategically mentioned that Stila plans to launch a sister brand, Simply Stila, at the recent Makeup Show in NYC.
A no-frills version of the original, this line hopes to reach a broader audience through lower price points and mass distribution.
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