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Thursday, July 24th, 2008

C.O. Bigelow Derma Remedy

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C.O. Bigelow Derma Remedy Intense Dry Skin Therapy Body Lotion # 1603, is a therapeutic body lotion that instantly increases the moisture in your skin by 75%! Tired of scaliness, irritation, rough texture and dry patches? This moisturizer will help break the cycle of chronically dry skin within 3 days. The intense formula provides more than 24 hours of protection and restores the overall health of your skin. So stop dealing with those dry spots and start treating your skin, you’ll thank the apothecaries for this one.
Available for $18 at BathandBodyWorks.com.

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xx, Grace Daniel

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Thursday, July 24th, 2008

Johnson’s Melt Away Stress Dreamy Night Cream

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Johnson’s Melt Away Stress Dreamy Night Cream is a rich moisturizer that is clinically proven to help you drift off to sleep. Lather on this cream, enriched with an exclusive Aromasoothe fragrance and leave the stress of the day behind as you relax and drift into a blissful slumber. The rich nurturing formula moisturizes for 24 hours, so you can wake up to smoothe, beautiful skin. This intense moisturizers is great for rough patches, hands and feet, or even your entire body. Get ready for a blissful night sleep by breathing deeply and massaging this moisturizing magical potion into you’re dry, sleep deprived skin. Available for $5.99 at Drugstore.com.

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xx, Grace Daniel

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Thursday, July 24th, 2008

Ck One Summer

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Ck One Summer limited edition fragrance is fresh and clean and perfect for those casual nights out, or even sprucing up your week day morning routine. The woody notes are complimented by the watery scents of watermelon and cucumber, perfect for that splash of zingy freshness. Vibrant, playful, and cool, Ck One Summer is the perfect addition to your summer accessories.
Available for $42 at Sephora.com.

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xx, Grace Daniel

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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Living With Lasers: Tria Trials Part 2

2-3 weeks into my test-drive of the at-home laser hair-removal treatment, Tria, I have to say I’m disappointed–not with the Tria though, but with me! I have been bad about keeping a regular schedule of self-treatments, is maybe the only downfall from not having the hair-removal appointment in a fancy-dancy spa: When I only have to be responsible and punctual to myself, I tend to flake out, something I’d never do to a laser-wielding pro! (Especially as I don’t charge a pricey cancellation fee!)

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To remedy the situation I make “appointments” with myself, put TRIA in red in my calendar every other Tuesday night. So last Tuesday around midnight I cued up an old Dawson’s Creek episode on the TiVo, plopped down on the couch and went to work on my legs with the Tria—a comfy time and place I never could have enjoyed if I was relying on the spa for my laser hair removal treatment. As for the removal, so far so good. I don’t see a huge change yet, but because I am using the lowest intensity level and thanks to my irregular treatments, it’s still too early to tell how my hair is reacting to the laser. Check back soon as I’ll keep you posted after my next two rounds, which will be done on schedule—I promise!
xSusan C

Be sure to read Living with Lasers: Tria Trials Part 1!

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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Aussie’s New Opposites Attract Collection

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You were the captain of the cheerleading team and Jonny was the mischievous biker-boy who always skipped class. Besides the awful helmet hair that the two of you would have after he picked you up from practice, you didn’t have much in common. But hair care brand, Aussie, knows that true harmony lies in opposites. The essence behind their new line of products, the Opposites Attract Collection, is a paradox in itself, combining strong hold with a touchable feel. The collection includes a mango and wild cherry scented shampoo, conditioner, spray gel (ingenious!), mousse and hairspray that work together to form a soft and manageable look that will last well into the night. Sweating for a perfect summer do? Celebrity stylist Sarah Potempa, a fan of the line, explains how: apply the mousse to your roots for volume, use a curling iron and some gel to get natural wave and movement and finally spritz on some hair spray for softness and a final hold. So leave that brittle and stiff helmet hair back in the 80’s. But if you happened to save a picture of you and Jonny-boy, send it along to www.touchablesofthair.com. Part of Aussie’s “End Helmet Hair Now” campaign, your awful hair days could win you a paid trip to NYC for a complete makeover by Sarah Potempa, a photo shoot, and the opportunity to appear in Fitness or Family Circle. Awesome! For more information on Aussie hair care products, please visit www.Aussie.com

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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Vincent Longo La Dolce Vita Lashes

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Today, we’re feeling crazy! Evoke your inner beauty queen and go wild with Vincent Longo’s La Dolce Vita Lashes. Worried about looking silly? These faux lashes, actually classified as “lash tips,” are one-third the size of traditional false lashes—perfect and natural for any girl on the go. Better yet, the lashes come with Longo’s exclusive, non-latex glue that glows bright blue when wet (to guide lash placement), but turns clear as it dries. For extra drama, coat lashes with Vincent Longo’s The Curl Mascara, specially formatted with a mousse-like, anti-clump consistency. Va va voom!

Available at sephora.com. $14 (Lashes). $23 (Mascara).

xx, Alexandra Goldstein

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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Vincent Longo La Dolce Vita Lashes

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Today, we’re feeling crazy! Evoke your inner beauty queen and go wild with Vincent Longo’s La Dolce Vita Lashes. Worried about looking silly? These faux lashes, actually classified as “lash tips,” are one-third the size of traditional false lashes—perfect and natural for any girl on the go. Better yet, the lashes come with Longo’s exclusive, non-latex glue that glows bright blue when wet (to guide lash placement), but turns clear as it dries. For extra drama, coat lashes with Vincent Longo’s The Curl Mascara, specially formatted with a mousse-like, anti-clump consistency. Va va voom!

Spice up your life at sephora.com. $14 (Lashes) $23 (Mascara).

xx, Alexandra Goldstein

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Wednesday, July 23rd, 2008

Sally Hansen Lip Blush Plumping Balm

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If there is anything I love, as a true beauty geek, it’s 2-in-1 products. Sally Hansen Lip Blush Plumping Balm is just that. If thin pale lips are what you have, and full luscious lips are what you want—listen up girl! Sally Hansen’s Lip Blush Plumping Balm is a miraculous formula that instantly transforms to your natural lip shade while visibly boosting lip volume. Here’s how. Lip Blush contains a Custom Color Complex that changes hues to match your pout’s specific color fingerprint…just like that! Plus, Peptides and Marine Filling Spheres enhance plumpness while natural antioxidants condition lip skin. The result: glossy, irresistible, bee-stung lips!

Plump it up at walgreens.com. $10.

xx, Alexandra Goldstein

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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Rita Hazan: Dramatic Color Changes

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Dramatic changes are always fun, but I always tell women before they go extreme with the change is to think it through thoroughly and make sure they really want to do it. If the answer is yes, here goes.

Going from light to dark is the least damaging. You can use a semi permanent gloss; this will help you have a shiny glossy color without peroxide, which adds damage.

Now going from dark to light is hard and can be damaging to the hair. Especially if you have black hair and want to go lighter. You have to strip the hair, and there are many different ways to do this. I suggest you spend the money and go to someone who is very skilled and reputable for this huge change. It’s not easy, and you can end up with a color you don’t like. Also know that it takes time up to 6 months to get the perfect color that you want so be patient. Especially if you do it the healthy way and take your time each month, going a little lighter during each salon visit until you achieve your desired color. Also always remember to do a conditioning treatment - either in the salon or at home - once or twice a week during the transformation process. You have to keep your hair hydrated to keep it healthy.

Redheads are a bit trickier. If you want to change to a redhead, know that they wash out easy so require more maintenance to keep the red bright not washed out. But when you want to change from red, it’s the most difficult color to remove. It takes time and if you want to go blonde, you will be a strawberry blonde first.

I have to say, as a colorist, changing hair color and doing corrective color is my all-time favorite thing to do. I love the challenges and the dramatic changes, and I believe that you should have fun with your color and change it. But I don’t think you should change it every month or even every two or three months. This can be damaging. If you crave a change, sometimes a shade or two from your current color will do the trick and is something you can do seasonally to keep things different.”

xx, Rita Hazan

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Tuesday, July 22nd, 2008

Aerie Kiss Lip Stain and SPF Lip Protector

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No body wants a big stain on their dress, but a flushed stain on your pout? Hmmm… sounds flirty. The Aerie by American Eagle collection introduces a long-lasting, water proof roll on Lip Stain in three devilish colors: Rich burgundy, Flush berry, and Fire red. Enhance your lips with these tints of color either under your gloss for a juicy glow or paired with Aerie Kiss SPF Lip Protector for added protection when you’re having fun under the sun. But you won’t be the only one sporting these fiery colors, as fans include Natalie Portman, Rachel Bilson, Michelle Trachtenberg and Vannessa Minnillo. So don’t let those girls have all the fun – paint your pout and relish in all the attention that your coquettish smile will bring.

Available at www.ae.com for $9.50

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