Sniffing out that perfect scent is no easy undertaking – especially when it's a gift for a super persnickety mom. The trick is to try and identify which scent best fits her personality and lifestyle (and including a return receipt with the pretty package just in case!). From sweet to spicy, here's the pick of […]
Archives for April 2010
Raising the Bar: Laszlo Blue Firmarine Treatment Bar
Life is a crazy wild ride, isn’t it? Take yesterday for example. In between deadlines and emergency laundry (spa boy was out of clean underwear, gasp!), I hustled into the local auto spa for an oil change. When the mechanic lifted my hood, not only did we discover a rodent apartment complex but sadly, one […]
Beauty Exclusive: Pre-order MAC Opulash Mascara
I’ll readily admit it. I’m obsessed with mascara. Have been ever since I snuck in my mom’s makeup drawer and painted on the first layer to my baby fine lashes (little hint, be sure to put things back exactly where they were when you go riffling through your mom’s beauty stash). So here’s the big […]
Product Review: HerCut Haircare Rocks Your Cut!
I know I can speak for many of us when I say I love the feeling of freshly cut and styled hair. Every time I leave the salon my hair feels bouncy, shiny and healthy. Unfortunately, this awesome feeling doesn’t last long. Days after, I always find myself yearning for that fresh-from-the-salon feeling. Well, now […]
Naturopathica Celebrates a New Look with Special Discount
What’s used in the finest spas and bursting with powerful antioxidants that only nature could cook up? That, my spa friends, would be Naturopathica Holistic Health face and body care products. Founded by Barbara Close (clinical esthetician, herbalist, aromatherapist, massage therapist and author), Naturopathica has been paving the path to beauty through nature for more […]
Fresh Face Makeup Tips from Barneys Brush Designer Claudio Riaz
With a knack for brushes and charming personality that instantly reels you in, we can't help but adore celebrity makeup artist Claudio Riaz. Gracing Barneys New York in Scottsdale for a quick visit, we met up with this charismatic brush designer to uncover the secrets to looking younger with the right makeup application. Perched on […]
Glow for Good: Jergens and Jane Krakowski Get Real for The Skin Cancer Foundation
We’ll admit it, we think a little glow never hurt anyone. That said, don’t think for a second we’re endorsing frying your pretty skin in the sun. Oh no, when it comes to tans we believe faux is the only option. Keeping with our sun-free mantra, Jergens Skincare has teamed up with The Skin Cancer […]
Good Enough to Eat: Korres Watermelon Sunscreen SPF 30
At some point during the spa boy’s Sunday 20-minute workout, the thought struck me that not only was I just 3 minutes into it and very likely suffering from a mild heart attack but also that sunscreen sucks. Our Sunday morning saga consisted of mountain biking straight up a ridiculous incline on a desolate desert […]