Archives for July 2014

July 9, 2014

New Bio-Blends Palettes offer a Bio-Fond Foundation solution for Makeup Artists!

GS Products, home of Gerda Spillmann Swiss Skincare & Cosmetics, is thrilled to introduce the new Bio-Blends Palettes. It’s the perfect customizable and practical approach for make-up artists who use Bio-Fond Foundation in their kits. Now makeup artists and professionals can have an easy to use solution for makeovers, not only on set or in the salon, but anywhere!

Bio-Fond Foundation makeup has been a staple not only in Hollywood but world wide. It’s 70 year history has made it possible to develop a formula that is not only beautiful, but good for you. This amazing skincare makeup is pharmaceutical grade, animal cruelty free and offers physical sun protection – all while being high definition ready. Available in 20 colors plus blush, concealers and contouring.

The New Bio-Blends Palette for Professionals

The New Bio-Blends Palette for Professionals (Click arrow on image to enlarge)

The Bio-Blends Palettes are sleek and compact, a slim 8” L x 5” W, by 0.5” D that will fit into anyone’s makeup kit. Individual pans are 9grams and each Bio-Blends Palette will fit 6 colors. Colors may be purchased in bulk or individually, making it convenient to keep and use not only the most popular colors but the hard to match skin tones as well.

The individual Bio-Fond pans magnetically attach to the bottom of the Bio-Blends Palette ensuring that they will stay safely in place while being stored and while traveling! The lid of the palette folds completely behind the base allowing for easy access and grip. When closed, the lid snaps shut with magnets providing assurance that the product remains protected.

Bio-Blends Palettes are a Professional Only product and will not be sold to the general public.
To order your Bio-Blends Palette:
• Call 1-800-282-3223
or
• If you have questions, send an email to Info@GSskincare.com.

As a professional makeup artist, I couldn’t wait to share this news from GS Products about the new Bio-Blends Palettes with my fellow professional artists and salon professionals. For nearly twenty-five years, I’ve carried my Bio-Fond foundation in an original palette from Gerda Spillmann . That palette was with me on the sets of independent films, a major feature film, television programs, and photo shoots. Now I’m retiring it to get myself the new, modern Bio-Blends Palette!

The New Bio-Blends Palette for Professionals

The New Bio-Blends Palette for Professionals

(Quoted and/or paraphrased information in this PR-Article was obtained from a provided PR-Fact Sheet from GS Products. Any Personal commentary was my own opinion from using the palette and product.)

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July 8, 2014

Baking Beauty Tips

Here are two great tips for beauty that are very inexpensive and will brighten your skin and smile!

1. Summer Smile; the natural way

It is extremely important to have a healthy looking smile. This means no yellow, brown or green stains. With just a couple of ingredients from your pantry, you can immediately begin seeing results. Start using baking soda with a bit of water to make a paste. Combine two tablespoons of baking soda with 4 tablespoons of water. Dip a clean toothbrush and apply the paste to your teeth. Brush thoroughly in a circular motion.  This is a natural way to brighten teeth and keep your breath smelling fresh. Use it every day until you achieve desired results. If you eat foods that stain like coffee, tea or colored foods or berries then rinse immediately and do the baking soda paste.  It is inexpensive and works great!

2. BAKING SODA SCRUB for skin

Baking Soda is a great scrub for your skin. It smooths and reduces your pores while brightening the skin.  All you need to do is take a bit of baking soda and add a small amount of water to make a paste. Then use it on your face in a circular motion and when throughly clean, you rinse with warm water and blot dry. Remember to always apply broad spectrum SPF if entering daylight and a gentle toner if applying at night.

To see Donna’s baking soda tutorial visit: Donna’s Baking Soda Beauty Tips

 

 

For more up to date tips and updates on Donna, visit her on Twitter

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July 8, 2014

Your Hair Will Love The “VERB”

Your hair is your crowning glory and the more you take care of it the better it looks. Is it dry? Or does the color tend to fade too quickly? The answer to your problems is VERB Hair Products.

The number one problem to your hair care problems is improper hair products. When purchasing a product you MUST find a product that is for your hair type. But sometimes that can be hard. VERB products are made for all hair types and will not fade out hair color, It will help to hydrate even the driest hair and will not weigh down fine hair. When you get out of the shower your hair should feel clean and soft, and not greasy. Usually if your hair feels greasy right after you shampoo it then you are not using a product that is made for your hair type.

VERB Hair Products

VERB Hair Products

Unlike products such as Big Sexy Hair and CHI that have competition from retailers such as TJ Maxx and Kohls, you will not find VERB anywhere but in your local salon. VERB products come in an eye catching package that not only shows just what each product is, but will also tell you just what they do. Also, you don’t have to spend time trying to look for a specific shampoo or conditioner for your specific hair type. VERB is just one line and can be used on all type. If you hair is fine, coarse or even curly, VERB will work for you. VERB Product line comes with shampoo, conditioner, leave-in mist, volumnizing spray, sea spray to give off nice beach waves, dry wax, finishing polish, ghost oil serum and dry shampoo.

Each product is specifically designed to help enhance the texture, look and all over health of your hair. They are all gluten and sulfate free and being that they can only be found in your local salon, you know you are getting the utmost treatment for your hair. Like I said you hair is your crowning glory. It is a lot like your skin if you take care of it it will take care of you. For more info on VERB and where you can find them visit www.verbproducts.com

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July 8, 2014

There is Everything to love about FULL EXPOSURE Smashbox Pallet!

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Smashbox

I love the Full Exposure eyeshadow pallet by Smashbox. This pallet comes with a variety of different neutral colors that come in shimmering and matte eyeshadows.

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With the shimmering eyeshadow, you can achieve the perfect nighttime look by creating an intense, gorgeous, captivating look that will draw nothing but positive attention to your eyes. And with the matte, you can get a classic, sophisticated look easily. What I especially love about this pallet is the great pigmentation, long lasting color, and that you can tailor these different types of eyeshadow to embrace your own personal style.

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In addition to the excellent eyeshadow, this pallet also comes with mascara that is perfect to complete your look. The mascara is a rich, black color with a large brush that will effortlessly make your eyelashes volumized and clump free. So with all this being said, I highly recommend the Smashbox Full Exposure pallet!

Rachel Murray, Guest Blogger

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July 8, 2014

butter LONDON’s Year of Lacquer Giveaway has begun!!

Enter to win  with butter LONDON’s Year of Lacquer Giveaway that just went live! You can enter to win a year’s supply of nail lacquer on http://www.butterlondon.com now until the end of July.
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July 7, 2014

Relax and Unwind with Stress-fix from AVEDA

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This past Mother’s Day, my girls surprised me with an incredible gift set from Aveda Skincare. They found it at Nordstrom’s and knew it would be perfect for me. They know how much I love bath and body products and decided  on Aveda’s stress-fix Home Spa Experience.  I was delighted because I don’t have any products with aromatic value or aromatherapy products for that matter.

The set consists of a tub of Stress-fix Soaking Salts, Body Lotion and a Rollerball of Oil all containing the luxurious scent of  french lavender, lavandin and clary sage. You might be asking yourself, isn’t it too warm to be soaking in a tub of hot water? Absolutely not!  We have already had some chilly damp nights and soaking in a hot tub with my Aveda stress-fix salts was just what the doctor ordered. Formulated with organic sugar and organic sunflower oil, the mineral-rich salts exfoliate and soften your skin while the aroma (which is not strong) is gentle enough for a relaxing balth.

Aveda’s stress-fix body lotion is the perfect compliment to the bath as it reinforces the fabulous aroma of French lavender, lavandin and clary sage while conditioning your skin. The body lotion also contains  organic aloe, organic shea butter and organic sunflower oil designed to relax the mind and lavish your skin.

One of the best travel accessories I have right now is the Aveda Stress-fix Rollerball that was included in the set.
It’s in my hand bag right now and a dab or two a few times a day will brighten and destress your day! The rollerball contains a “potent essential oil blend that includes antioxidant vitamin E and skin conditioning organic sunflower and olive oils”.  “formulated using the science of aromaologyTM and the power of pure essential oils.”

My girl’s found Aveda’s stress-fix Home Spa Experience at Nordstrom’s along with other great Aveda products. You can also find a vast array of Aveda products at  http://www.aveda.com/index.tmpllotion

 

 
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July 7, 2014

Blue Champagne is Here to Stay

As the warmer weather is finally upon us, check out these fabulous fashions from this “must-have” Rory Beca print called Blue Champagne. As seen at SS14 shows from designers such as Michael Kors and Salvatore Ferragamo, we all know that this python print isn’t slithering away anytime soon!

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Taking her on her own classic twist to this trend, Rory Beca adds into her collection a more wearable approach by using snake skin inspired prints. All styles are a summer staple that can be easily paired with wedges or with strappy sandals.

The Collection can be found at:

http://piperlime.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=162410002

http://www.revolveclothing.com/rory-beca-rica-wrap-dress-in-blue-champagne/dp/RORY-WD349/

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July 5, 2014

Get Healthy-Lo​oking Hands With Skyy Hadley’s At-Home Remedy

DIY Remedy

DIY Remedy

Just because the warm weather is here, that doesn’t mean our hands are safe from flakiness and dehydration. We have to be extra careful not to let our hands dry up from the high temperatures, low humidity, constant washing of hands, and sun exposure. Below is a quick at-home remedy to combat dry, summer hands from celebrity manicurist and owner of As U Wish Nail Spa, Skyy Hadley! See below for Skyy’s expert tips

DIY Home Remedy

DIY Home Remedy

​.Skyy Hadley’s Luxury Rejuvenating Hot Cream At-Home Hand Treatment 

  • Remove all nail polish with a gentle polish remover
  • Begin by sloughing off dead and dry skin from palms and backs of hands with a homemade sugar scrub (salt scrubs can be drying or irritating):

o   Mix sugar, a few drops of vegetable glycerin and an uplifting essential oil like peppermint or rosemary in a medium-sized bowl.

  • Gently rub hands together to scrub away dullness.  Remove scrub with a warm wet cloth.
  • Do NOT soak fingers in water, as doing so will actually draw the moisture OUT of your skin.
  • Instead, heat up 2 plastic baggies full of a thick, luxurious cream and add a few drops of an invigorating essential oil such as tangerine, ylang ylang, or chamomile.
  • Heat until very warm but not too hot, then place hands in bags for about 2 minutes, allowing moisture to penetrate the skin.
  • Remove hands from bag and massage cream into skin, wiping off any excess.
  • Your hands should instantly feel smooth and look radiant!

 

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July 3, 2014

Seven Steps to a Flawless “No-Makeup” Selfie

 

Love them or loathe them, selfies are sticking around this summer. Plus, the “no makeup” selfie trend continues to show up on our newsfeeds – including in posts from celebs like Selena Gomez, a client of our Simple Advisory Board makeup artist, Gita Bass. While our favorite famous faces might have good genes and a team of professionals to help them look flawless under any filter, we wanted to share a few tips on how to achieve a glowing “no-makeup” selfie on behalf of Simple Skincare and celebrity makeup artist Gita Bass.

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Simple Skincare

GITA BASS ON TAKING A MAKEUP-FREE SELFIE:

1.       Good lighting is key! Go near a window or a soft diffuse light and stay away from overhead lighting, especially if it’s fluorescent!

2.       Always stick your jaw out a little like a turtle (trust me) – It will give you a defined jaw and prevents the dreaded double chin.

3.       If you need a flash, make sure to blot the t-zone to avoid looking greasy.

4.       When looking a little dark under the eyes, angle your face up and shoot from above – this will fill in the circles and give you great cheekbones.

IF YOU MUST WEAR MAKEUP, GITA RECOMMENDS:

5.       Keep it sneaky: a well applied tinted moisturizer or light foundation should be applied with a light hand, and blended with a damp beauty blender. Cellphone pics tend to bring out redness and imperfections, so a great concealer works wonders.

6.       For a rosy glow that looks natural, apply a bronzing powder where the sun naturally hits: cheekbones, forehead, nose and chin, and then layer a cream blush onto the apples of the cheeks. Blend well with your fingers by pressing the blush into your skin so there are no lines and it looks like your own flush.

7.       To make eyes pop, curl lashes and apply a very light coat of mascara. Make sure to brush through to eliminate any telltale clumps.

AND A FINAL WORD OF WISDOM:

A recent survey by Simple Skincare found that over a quarter (27%) of women in the top cities nationwide report that the longest they’ve gone without washing their face is at least two days! Glowing, healthy-looking skin should always be the first step in any selfie – whether wearing makeup or not. Start with a clean slate by using Simple Radiance Cleansing Wipes, which have no harsh chemicals, no artificial perfumes or dyes that can upset skin, and contain skin-loving ingredients and added vitamins.

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July 3, 2014

Jan Marini Skin Research Turns 20 – Be part of the Celebration!

To Celebrate Jan Marini’s 20th Anniversary, during the month of July, Jan Marini Skin Research will be hosting 20 days of Giveaways on their Facebook page!

Simply go to :
https://www.facebook.com/JanMariniSkinResearch/app_338999589508723

Today’s July 3rd Giveaway:

Thursday's July 3rd Giveaway - Biologic Face Cleanser

Jan Marini’s Bioglycolic Face Cleanser

Thursday, July 3rd:
2 winners will receive Bioglycolic Face Cleanser – Valued at $30 each
Jan Marini Skin Research’s Most Popular Cleanser Gently Cleans and Exfoliates Skin Without Drying.
Bioglycolic Face Cleanser with glycolic acid is a gentle cleanser suitable for all skin types. This deep cleansing formula is soap free, non-irritating and rinses completely without the need for a post-cleansing toner or astringent. The Bioglycolic Cleanser also contains sorbitol, a natural humectant derived from berries that leaves the skin soft and hydrated.

Enter now for your chance to win and watch for the upcoming giveaways!

Happy 20th Anniversary Jan Marini Skin Research

(Quoted and Paraphrased information in this article was obtained from a provided PR-Fact Sheet.)

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