This is for the mornings when it feels like you have to peel yourself out of bed. You know…those mornings. Step right this way for a little spa detour…from Liz Earle.
Spa Step 1: Energising Body Wash
Blurb: Start your day with this revitalising all-over wash. Pure plant extracts and gentle foaming agents from corn and coconut clean and refresh, while sweet orange and 8 pure essential oils delicately fragrance your skin.
Spa Step 2: Energizing Body Scrub (previously reviewed)
Blurb: This uplifting, invigorating and refreshingly scented Body Scrub exfoliates and cleanses, leaving your skin renewed, revitalised and super-smooth.
Spat Step 3: Energising Hip and Thigh Gel
Blurb: Energise your circulation and help eliminate toxins by massaging our stimulating gel into hips, thighs, tummies and arms for smoother, more toned skin.
I used the Body Scrub a while back and absolutely loved it. Eventually I got around to trying all three items from the Energising Range, and realized how amazing they are together.
The Body Wash is my absolute favorite of the three. The fragrance (lots of rose and sweet orange) is gorgeous; and the gel cleaned well, rinsed easily and left my skin feeling petal smooth. If you’re in a rush, a quick shower with this Body Wash is an instant pick-me-up.
If you have a little more time, though, follow up with the other two. The scrub is gentle, effective, also smells wonderful, and is super moisturizing. I’ve never used a Hip and Thigh gel, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I applied it all over and got more softness, and yet another lovely fragrance layer (this one is light and spicy). All three products moisturize and the fragrances are feminine and invigorating. Using them together makes me feel rejuvenated and very pampered.
For more info, check out the website (and the new Autumn and Winter Offer).
(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)
Spa Step 1: Energising Body Wash
Blurb: Start your day with this revitalising all-over wash. Pure plant extracts and gentle foaming agents from corn and coconut clean and refresh, while sweet orange and 8 pure essential oils delicately fragrance your skin.Spa Step 2: Energizing Body Scrub (previously reviewed)
Blurb: This uplifting, invigorating and refreshingly scented Body Scrub exfoliates and cleanses, leaving your skin renewed, revitalised and super-smooth.Spat Step 3: Energising Hip and Thigh Gel
Blurb: Energise your circulation and help eliminate toxins by massaging our stimulating gel into hips, thighs, tummies and arms for smoother, more toned skin.I used the Body Scrub a while back and absolutely loved it. Eventually I got around to trying all three items from the Energising Range, and realized how amazing they are together.
The Body Wash is my absolute favorite of the three. The fragrance (lots of rose and sweet orange) is gorgeous; and the gel cleaned well, rinsed easily and left my skin feeling petal smooth. If you’re in a rush, a quick shower with this Body Wash is an instant pick-me-up.
If you have a little more time, though, follow up with the other two. The scrub is gentle, effective, also smells wonderful, and is super moisturizing. I’ve never used a Hip and Thigh gel, so I wasn’t sure what to expect. I applied it all over and got more softness, and yet another lovely fragrance layer (this one is light and spicy). All three products moisturize and the fragrances are feminine and invigorating. Using them together makes me feel rejuvenated and very pampered.
For more info, check out the website (and the new Autumn and Winter Offer).
(ftc disclosure: sample/product received from manufacturer or representative)
Blurb: A breakthrough array of precut nail patches for extraordinary nails, instantly! This innovative line, brewed by Minx (and loved by your favorite celebrities) creates customized nails, featuring fierce patterns and prints to satisfy your wildest mani-and-pedi dreams. Dress your tips with your favorite design: anchor, stars, checkers, tiger, fishnet, chrome lace, black & gold geometric, or skulls. One set of Chic Print for Nails contains 16 nail patches of varying widths, for a one-time application to fingers or toes. The patent-pending material removes easily by rubbing and peeling off.
I tried this using a lightweight pashmina (which can revert to its pashmina status once fall comes). You can also try this with a few inexpensive remnants from the fabric store. The trick is to make sure you have a fairly sturdy fabric (without too much slip) that is both long enough and wide enough. I didn’t even need bra cups – the fabric and tie provided plenty of support and coverage
I couldn’t find many pictures online, but basically you wrap a scarf around you and tie a knot in front (most of the support comes from the knot). If your scarf is extra long, you can bring the ends up and tie them around your neck. It’s that easy and super cute!
Thanks to everyone who entered, and special thanks to the folks at InStyler for partnering with me!
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With the increased trend of eyelash serums and eyelash strengthening mascaras, Lierac Paris introduces the first eye makeup remover to not only gently remove makeup, but to also strengthen eyelashes: DIOPTI DEMAQ
Newlywed Emily Blunt, walking the red carpet at the 62nd Annual Primetime Emmy Awards with John Krasinski, glowed in a beautiful lavender-colored design by Dior and hair designed by her long-time stylist, London-born Laini Reeves, co-owner of the hot new Essensuals London Salon on Melrose Avenue in L.A. 
“We wanted to create a look that was very different from any that Emily had worn before. Once I saw the gown, I knew that a modern look based on the waved looks of the 20’s was the perfect compliment for the design.
The Black Eyed Peas' tour has been a smash worldwide and Fergie's beautiful costumes and on-stage hair looks have been getting rave reviews. Jason Medina is her longtime stylist and masterfully creates the fast-paced hairstyle changes required between sets, during concerts and throughout the tour.
The model Jason Medina uses is the super-light Velecta Paramount Paris x:Q Onyx (hand-made in France) which delivers 2000 watts of power while radically reducing noise pollution. It features a remarkable airspeed of 81 mph, 60% faster drying time, and has the finest tourmaline and ceramic components available for negative ions and far infrared heat. It incorporates patented ergonomics to reduce stress on shoulders, wrists and elbows and has an energy-efficient, turbo charged, low EMF motor.
It’s no secret that the ladies of Cougar Town are hot. But how do they stay dry during filming? By keeping DERMAdoctor Med E Tate wipes on hand in their makeup department.
DERMAdoctor Med e Tate are injection-free mediated hyperhidrosis control wipes that allow for a blissfully dry existence. With just one swipe on the face, palms, soles, underarms or cleavage is all you need to look hot while staying dry. And the best part? It alleviates the need for costly and painful Botox injections or invasive surgery.
Leave the laundry list of beauty products behind this weekend and give your toiletries bag a break: Bio-Oil can do it all.
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Trend Alert! Curls on Command at the 2010 Emmy Awards. The sexy starlets of Emmy nominated shows Mad Men, The Closer and Glee have more in common than hit series – each actress strutted down the red carpet last night with captivating curls.
Ouidad Styling Mist: This light spray formula was designed with a dual purpose – to hold a style in place and as a setting spray to secure strands in a specific pattern or style. Perfect for a big night out - designed for long-lasting hold while allowing for movement, Styling Mist is never sticky, even on the most humid days.
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As the New York Times recently reported the hottest style on the streets of NYC is inspired by the ultimate New Yorker, Elaine Benes from Seinfeld! Her signature 90’s inspired style featuring floral skirts, masculine blazers and signature curls are back and better than ever.
Trendsetters like Chloe Sevigny have been spotted sporting mini floral 90’s inspired rompers and Kim Kardashian puts a sexy spin on menswear. The best part of the return to this off-beat look… her fabulous curls are back too! The one thing that no one could argue about Elaine’s style was that her perfectly coifed, long flowing dark locks were signature and stunning. Today we see stars like Anna Lynn McCord rocking the same sexy look.
To Get the Look Try:
Ouidad “The Queen of Curl” a stylist and a global educator with salons in Santa Monica and New York City weighs in on the 90’s rewind curl phenomenon saying “The poker straight look is done, women are embracing and celebrating their curls and texture again – it is a beautiful thing!
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As summer comes to a close, put RapidLash to the test and enhance your own eyelashes by fall. In just 4 weeks, you could have fuller lashes just in time to complement the hottest fall fashion trends.
Its super simple- just apply every night before bed and you’ll start to see longer lashes in just a short while. And remember- no need to worry about crazy side effects, various clinical studies and tests have been conducted to ensure its safety and efficacy. So what are you waiting for? Time to fall into beautiful lashes!
Blurb: Shine Shield is the latest product in a line committed to safe, effective heat styling. Shine Shield is a thermal serum that can be used as a leave-in conditioner - lightweight and never greasy, it protects and strengthens hair whether you use it with a flat iron, hair dryer or alone. Shine Shield contains the natural magic of Jojoba oil for its superb qualities of deep moisturization, fast absorption into hair follicles and scalp, and unparalleled shimmer & shine.
Blurb: CHI Silk Infusion™ - Reconstructing Complex is specially formulated for thermal styling and hair repair. CHI Silk Infusion contains no alcohol, so it won't dry your hair out as a leave in treatment - and it'll leave your hair with the head-turning, lustrous shine of pure silk.
Blurb: We firmly believe that a few lines are a sign of a life well-lived. On the other hand, there is something awfully enticing about getting to start anew…This natural primer helps makeup stay in place longer while preventing creasing in fine lines and wrinkles. Unlike other primers, clean slate™ contains natural fruit and plant derived extracts to treat, protect, sooth and hydrate the skin.
Blurb: Soft, supple cream-to-powder formula that provides long-lasting color. The ultra-pigmented shades are balanced in a lightweight texture, transparent in application. The soft-blending formula can be worn alone or layered under powder eyeshadow for long-lasting color and depth.
Blurb: This gentle, hydrating cleanser will effectively remove dirt, debris and makeup without stripping skin of essential moisture. A nourishing blend of rose hip seed oil, aloe and amino acids infuses skin with antioxidant and cell-regenerating benefits for radiant, younger-looking skin.
Blurb: Brook Harvey-Taylor, the perfumer and founder of Pacifica, created this fragrance as a love note to the Southern California neighborhood where she grew up. This sunny perfume blends the laid-back beauty of jasmine with the subtle earthiness of driftwood freshly washed onto the shore. Bright notes of orange playfully emerge at the top. This portable, affordable, adorable luxury is 100% vegan and not animal tested.
Happy Monday!
Blurb: The InStyler® rotating hot iron is a totally new styling and straightening tool unlike any hair styling product ever invented! The secret to the InStyler® iron lies in its rotating heated polishing cylinder, along with four rows of precision-aligned bristles. When you run the InStyler® rotating hot iron through your hair, the first set of bristles gently sort and separate your hair strands. Then the rotating heated polishing cylinder gently glides over your hair, smoothly polishing, straightening, and styling each strand. Finally, the second set of bristles puts the finishing touch on your hair, leaving you with shiny, silky, hair! It's truly amazing! Your hair will be shinier, bouncier and full of lift and life!
Blurb: Prime time. Once you slide this inconspicuous primer between your skin and your foundation, you'll never know how you lived without it. It evens out coverage by filling in creases and fine lines and smoothing over rough patches, so your face appears flawless. The unique texture of this powdery gel is unlike any you've ever felt-it's not sticky or greasy. With its ability to keep oil in check, you'll even forget there were such things as makeup mishaps. Not for use on lips.
Blurb: All the proven repair of our #1 Serum. You'll see a reduction in the look of every key sign of aging around your eyes—fine lines, wrinkles, dark circles, dryness, puffiness and uneven skintone. Keeps the entire eye area looking fresher, rested and revitalized.
Blurb: One night is what it takes to start looking 10 years younger. Inspired by the science of cellular regeneration, Estée Lauder Research takes you to a younger time zone-overnight. In fact, every single woman tested woke up to smoother, more hydrated, comfortable skin. And in just 1 week, women thought their skin looked younger.
Blurb: It’s something unexpected in eyeshadow: an explosion of stars. Stardust shadows’ silky texture delivers an incredible amount of sophisticated, twinkling sparkle. Boasting 40% more glitter than our most sparkly shadows, Stardust delivers a sheer wash of color, topped with teeny bits of iridescent sparkle that glisten like wet snow. The glitter (a pricey ingredient called reflex), actually stays on your lids. No fallout, no chunky glitter… just stunning, sparkling eyes.
Blurb: PHILIP B® Blue Spray is an incredibly fresh herbal mist that brightens a room, bed linens, your skin and your spirits. PHILIP B® Blue Spray’s light blend of Menthol and pure essential oils of Peppermint, Lavender, Rosemary, Eucalyptus, Marjoram, Pine & Tea Tree Oil goes on chilly - perfect for cooling down your body during a workout or for soothing sore muscles afterward. Spritz a little PHILIP B® Blue Spray on your towels to soften and invigorate your skin. Or mist some on your bed linens for a deliciously serene night’s sleep. Light enough to use compulsively (it’s hard to overdo it!). PHILIP B® Blue Spray’s unique botanical mix will clear your mind and boosts your mood. PHILIP B® Blue Spray contains only the highest-quality botanical ingredients, making it instantly refreshing as an aromatherapy treatment and luxury room spray. The fresh, unisex formula is filled with antioxidants and skin-soothing plant extracts. Plus, it’s paraben and phthalate-free. Blue Spray – let the Zen begin!
