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January 29, 2018

Lady Gaga Hair styled by Frederic Aspiras

Lady Gaga’s hair made a Victorian goth statement with a corseted romantic braid at last night’s Grammy Awards.

Frederic was inspired by the design of Lady Gaga’s dress. It immediately reminded him of the gowns and corsets of the Victorian era.

Frederic Aspiras Lady Gaga

Lady Gaga hair styles by Frederic Aspiras


Here is Frederic’s Step by Step:

Start by spraying John Frieda Luxurious Volume Full Hydration Detangling Mist throughout the hair to help comb out any tangles.

Then apply John Frieda Luxurious Volume Perfectly Full Mousse to give the hair volume and texture, before creating a center part, and blow drying with a diffuser to set the hair.

Next, while braiding both sides, apply John Frieda Frizz Ease Clearly Defined Gel to control and maintain smoothness of the two side braids. Braid all the way down and tie the ends with a clear elastic. Then, weave the corset.

To finish and hold the style, spray John Frieda Luxurious Volume Forever Full Hairspray

We think Lady Gaga looks fabulous!

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January 29, 2018

Janelle Monae rockstar ready for the Grammy Awards

Jessica Smalls got Janelle Monae rockstar ready for the Grammy’s using Kiehl’s, Buxom Cosmetics, and Eylure Lashes. This is how she did it.

Janelle Monae

Janelle Monae Grammy Ready

“I wanted to give Janelle a timeless and current look at the same time, so I decided to give her a Twiggy 2018 vibe,” says Jessica.

“I wanted Janelle’s skin to shine like the star that she is, so we began prepping her skin the night before Grammys with Kiehl’s Turmeric & Cranberry Seed Energizing Radiance Mask to help brighten her skin’s appearance. When I arrived to Janelle the next morning, she was already glowing, but I decided to take the glow to the next level by giving her a light 5-minute steam, and then massaging Kiehl’s Powerful-Strength Line-Reducing Concentrate all over her face and along her neck, followed by Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream. I then applied Kiehl’s Creamy Eye Treatment with Avocado around her eyes, using my ring finger, to keep that delicate area moisturized.”

For a bold and sexy eye look, I applied Buxom Cosmetics Eyeshadow Bar Single Eyeshadow in shades Lingerie Lover, Haute Couture and LBD to her crease, using a soft blending brush. The powerfully-pigmented formula glides onto lids with a luxe, powder-to-silk feel. I then lined her water line with Buxom Cosmetics Hold The Line Waterproof Eyeliner in shade Ring My Bell and swept the Buxom Cosmetics Eyeshadow Bar Single Eyeshadow in shade Twilight Tryst on top to make the green pop. I finished with Eylure Luxe Silk “Trillion” false lashes and then applied a few individual lashes on the bottom for a “Twiggy” effect. To complete the look, I used Buxom Cosmetics Big Tease Plumping Mascara for instantly plumped, longer lashes.”

Giving the moisturizer plenty of time to penetrate the skin, I then applied a pore minimizing primer all over her face using a synthetic brush. I then mixed Buxom Cosmetics Show Some Skin Weightless Foundation in shade In the Dark with the Buxom Cosmetics Divine Goddess Luminizer and using a damp sponge I applied all over Janelle’s face, starting by her nose and blending upwards and outwards. Using my ring finger, I sparingly dabbed some Concealer under her eyes to brighten. I contoured her face, focusing on her cheeks, temples and forehead with Buxom Cosmetics Hot Escapes Bronzer in shade Maldives, which gives off the perfect sun-kissed color and flatters all skin tones. And to complete her face I applied a soft pink to the apples of her cheeks, with some Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream on top for a subtle glow.”

Now that her eyes and skin are finished, I hydrated her lips with Kiehl’s Lip Balm #1, and filled them in slightly with the all-in-one plumping lip liner, Buxom Cosmetics Plumpline Lip Liner in shade Stealth. I finished the look with the ultimate plumping lip gloss, Buxom Cosmetics Full-On Lip Polish in shade Megan. The high-shine gloss tingles for a lusciously soft and seriously sexy pout. And a stunning red carpet look was born!”

-Jessica Smalls, @jessicasmalls

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January 28, 2018

Fillers alternative is safer, less expensive and longer lasting

Dr. Steven R. Cohen

Dr. Steven R. Cohen

Fillers are a staple of plastic surgery, yet they’re expensive, short-lasting, and can have dangerous side effects. What if there was an alternative that was safer, cheaper, and longer-lasting than fillers and also reversed the aging process?

Internationally renowned plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Cohen of FACES+ has invented Injectable Tissue Rejuvenation, the first procedure that uses stem cells and fat grafting to replenish facial tissue. Unlike fillers, fat grafts are organic and train your cells to repair themselves using new and increased blood supply. This rejuvenates your tissue and reverses facial aging.

Dr. Cohen has provided us with the information below, titled “4 Reasons why Injectable Tissue Rejuvenation is the Future of Anti-Aging”. The writing outlines why his procedure is much more effective than fillers at producing a youthful and healthy appearance. He explains how his procedure reverses facial aging and produces long-lasting results, while also having the advantage of being entirely organic.

Cosmetic procedures using fillers have skyrocketed in the United States last year, yet fillers are only short-term fixtures to mask aging. The use of fillers has reached its ceiling, according to internationally known plastic surgeon Dr. Steven Cohen of Faces+, and the future of anti-aging will actually be stem cells and fat grafting.

Injectable Tissue Rejuvenation (ITR) is the first technique that uses stem cells and fat grafting to replenish facial tissue and reduces the rate of decay. Dr. Cohen has been educating surgeons all over the world about injectable tissue rejuvenation, and he offers four reasons as to why people should consider if it is right for them.

Injectable Tissue Rejuvenation reverses aging. Unlike fillers, fat grafts do more than replace lost facial tissue: they actually reverse the aging process. Through stem cells, fat grafts stimulate a new blood supply in facial tissue. This unlocks the body’s ability to repair itself and teaches cells to fix aging damage, making the skin more youthful. “The fountain of youth is more like tweaking our body’s ability to repair its own damage,” states Dr. Cohen.

Fat grafts are natural and organic while fillers are made of foreign materials, fat grafts come from the patient’s own body. In each Injectable Tissue Rejuvenation procedure, a small amount of fat is removed from the patient’s body with a needle incision and re-injected into the face after being refashioned with stem cells. Since these fat grafts are natural and organic, they don’t have the dangerous long-term side effects of fillers.

Longer-lasting results means fewer future procedures. Another advantage of fat grafts is that they last much longer than fillers. “The average fat graft volume survival in our patients is around 50 percent after two years,” says Dr. Cohen. Yet results can up to last seven years, which means fewer future procedures and more money in your pocket. It’s why patients as far as Australia are finding facial fat grafting more than worth a red-eye flight to Dr. Cohen’s southern California office.

You can start anti-aging education and procedures younger. Waiting for aging signs to appear means you’re already losing the opportunity to keep that youthful, exuberant look. Facial tissue starts deteriorating at the age of 22. Dr. Cohen offers care and advice to patients before signs of aging start showing. This prevents the need for frequent filler and Botox procedures later in life. “We are using the patient’s own aging trajectory to design new, more dynamic prevention and maintenance therapies that alter the rate of decay and slow down the aging process,” Cohen says.

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January 27, 2018

Fox46 Good Day Charlotte beauty bonanza

This morning on Fox46 Good Day Charlotte, I presented an It’s a Glam Thing Beauty Bonanza of products like Dr. Sandra Lee aka Dr. Pimple Popper SLMD Skincare Acne System products and kits. Judith August’s The Everything Pencil Deluxe, an It’s a Glam Thing Beauty’s Best Award Winner, was also featured.

Collagen is our body’s key structural protein, which is involved in creating strong and healthy hair, nails, bone, muscle and tendons.  It also keeps our skin smooth. Youtheory Collagen Powder was featured. Schick has just launched a bi-directional razor designed to shave forwards and backwards. It is called the Intuition f.a.b. Razor.

Lastly, Cheeky Physique’s Cheeky Cups Body Contouring Kit is a contouring system based on ancient cupping techniques. Like a deep tissue massage in reverse. This is to work on stubborn cellulite.

Enya Flack on air at Good Day Charlotte

On air at Good Day Charlotte

 

 

 

 

 

 

The links to all of the product websites are here for you to check out.

slmdskincare.com

judithaugustcosmetics.com

youtheory.com

schick.com  

cheekyphysique.com

 

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January 26, 2018

Acne Skincare by Dr. Sandra Lee and more

Enya Flack with Judith August Cosmetics

Enya Flack spotlights Judith August Cosmetics

Enya Flack of It’s a Glam Thing will present an It’s a Glam Thing “Beauty Bazar” Saturday morning on Fox46 Charlotte. Enya will showcase products ranging from Dr. Developed Acne Products to a Cupping Massage Treatment Kit.

SLMD Acne System Includes a 60 Day supply is a twice-daily, 3-step acne system to help people of all ages and skin types fight breakouts and prevent new acne from forming. Whether you struggle with blackheads and whiteheads, inflammatory and cystic acne, or just struggle with acne-prone skin in general, this Standard Kit includes everything you will need to keep your skin healthy and blemish-free. ($90) Purchase at: www.slmdskincare.com

Step 1 – Cleanse: SLMD Acne Cleanser
Step 2 – Treat: SLMD Acne Lotion and SLMD Clarifying Treatment
Step 3 – Moisturize: SLMD Facial Moisturizer
https://slmdskincare.com/product/acne-system-kit/
A starter kit is also available – The SLMD Acne System Starter Kit includes a 30-day supply ($45)
https://slmdskincare.com/product/acne-system-starter-kit/

SLMD Skincare products were developed by Dr. Sandra Lee AKA Dr. Pimple Popper.

Judith August’s The Everything Pencil Deluxe Concealor is newly launched and it comes with a free sharpener.

Highlights:
• Fragrance Free
• Paraben Free
• Contains Aloe Vera & Vitamin C & E

Available in 6 shades, it’s easy to apply with precision. The Everything Pencil was the first and still considered by many in the beauty biz to be the best multi-use concealer pencil around. This convenient “carry along” face and body concealer pencil hides small imperfections such as under eye circles, broken capillaries, age spots, birthmarks, bruises and more. It’s a recently redesigned bigger pencil. ($16 each). Purchase at www.judithaugustcosmetics.com

Youtheory COLLAGEN POWDER is another product in Enya’s Beauty Bazar. Collagen is our body’s key structural protein, which is involved in creating strong and healthy hair, nails, bone, muscle and tendons. It also keeps our skin smooth.

Highlights:

• 18 amino acids.
• replenishes collagen.
• fights the effects of aging.
• revitalizes skin, hair & nails.
• supports tendons & ligaments.
• Dairy, soy and Gluten FREE

Suggested Use: Mix one rounded scoop with 6-8 ounces of water, coffee or fruit juice.
Also available in packets.

Note: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Check with your doctor before using.

See Website: www.youtheory.com for where to buy information

Schick Intuition has just launched a bi-directional razor, f.a.b. Razor, designed to shave forwards and backwards.
The brand that brought you your go-to two-in-one razor back in 2003, Schick Intuition, has welcomed yet another convenience-driven, innovative yet intuitive razor into its portfolio. Schick Intuition f.a.b. (a.k.a. Forward and Back) Razor is the first-of-its-kind on the market with bi-directional razor technology. This innovation enables you to shave with a razor forwards and backwards, side-to-side, up and down, etc. without lifting the razor from their skin. While it’s designed for everywhere, the razor works exceptionally well where hair grows annoyingly in both directions like the upper thigh and arm pit. Intuition f.a.b. has finally come to market after extensive years of testing to create a product that will truly revolutionize the shave category.

Bi-directional cartridge allows you to shave forward and back without lifting the razor from your skin. Top blades shave up and bottom blades shave down for a comfortable shave. Advanced moisture gel is built-in into the razor cartridge for an effortless glide. Package of 1 is under $10.
www.schick.com

Cheeky Physique’s Cheeky Cups Body Contouring Kit is a modern body contouring system based on ancient cupping techniques. Like a deep tissue “massage in reverse”, Cheeky Cups target stubborn cellulite, re-energize sluggish spots and smooth visible imperfections all in just minutes.

It’s a Cellulite Smoothing Cupping Massage Treatment traditionally used to boost circulation and detoxification, the act of cupping boasts fantastic, skin-smoothing benefits by targeting cellulite in ways that creams simply cannot. By lifting the skin’s connective tissue to help smooth the appearance of dimples, while fighting fluid retention for a sleeker, more defined look.

To begin eliminating the appearance of cellulite, simply apply a favored body oil, lotion or shower gel to allow the Cheeky Cup to glide over skin easily. Press down on the top of the cup and apply cup directly to skin’s surface. Release thumbs to create a suction effect with the cup. With the cup attached to the skin, massage the cup over cellulite-prone areas using up and down, zigzag and circular motions.

Cheeky Physique’s Cheeky Cups Contouring Kit includes 2 silicone massage cups, an instruction manual and a handy travel pouch. The kit retails for $32.00.

Watch video here: https://cheekyphysique.com/cheekycups/

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January 25, 2018

Superfoods we should be eating

New York City Board Certified Osteopathic Physician, Dr. Christopher Calapai, provides us with information on some plant based foods that have garnered the “superfood” label. He tells us why we should incorporate them into our diet.

Blackberries are loaded with vitamin C, as well as vitamins A, E, K, and B vitamins, antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin which sift free radicals and reactivate oxygen species.

Blueberries are a top superfood of the fruit world, containing iron, phosphorous, calcium, magnesium, manganese, zinc, and vitamin K. Blueberries help and maintain bone health.

Red cabbage contains disease-fighting properties known as polyphenols, which offer antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-cancer benefits. It also is a great source of dietary fiber and a rich source of several vitamins.

plum

Plums are rich in fiber and help to ease digestion, as well as they are a great source of vitamin A.

Açaí Berries are loaded with antioxidants, as well as being rich in fiber, protein, carbohydrates, vitamins A, B, C and E, mineral salts (calcium, iron, phosphorus and potassium) among others.

Finally, another superfood, figs are rich in natural health benefiting phytonutrients, antioxidants and vitamins. Dried figs are a great concentrated source of minerals and vitamins.

Dr. Christopher Calapai

Dr. Christopher Calapai

Dr. Christopher Calapai, D.O. is an Osteopathic Physician board certified in family medicine, and anti-aging medicine. Proclaimed the “The Stem Cell Guru” by the New York Daily News, Dr. Calapai is a leader in the field of stem cell therapy in the U.S. His stem cell treatments have achieved remarkable results in clinical trials on patients with conditions as varied as Alzheimer’s, arthritis, erectile dysfunction, frailty syndrome, heart, kidney and liver failure, lupus, MS and Parkinson’s. He has worked with Mike Tyson, Mickey Rourke, Steven Seagal, and Gotham’s, Donal Logue; and as a medical consultant for the New York Rangers. Connect with him via twitter @drcalapai or at www.drcal.net

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January 25, 2018

The Duchess of Cambridge’s Séraphine Ensemble!

January 23, 2017 – The Duchess of Cambridge wore award winning maternity fashion brand Séraphine’s Natasha Cashmere Blend Maternity Coat ($299) and Florrie Floral Print Maternity Dress ($109) earlier today in London!
The Duchess wore this same outfit for the first time back in 2015 while expecting Princess Charlotte. The Florrie dress is a particular favorite of hers at the moment, she wore it earlier this month when she visited Reach Academy in Feltham.
The Florrie dress is made in soft woven fabric, offering a beautiful drape before, during and after pregnancy. Featuring a feminine curved empire waist, the Séraphine Florriedress is ideal for any occasion. Séraphine’s Natasha Coat is made in a luxurious cashmere blend with clean lines and a sleek straight cut, perfect before, during and after pregnancy. The collarless style is finished with smart faux-pockets and mother of pearl buttons.
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January 25, 2018

Maia Mitchell Wears RUDSAK at Sundance

PARK CITY, UT – JANUARY 22: Actress Maia Mitchell walks in Park City on January 22, 2018 in Park City, Utah. (Photo by Ray Tamarra/GC Images)

 

Los Angeles, CA – January 25, 2018 – Maia Mitchell was seen wearing RUDSAK while promoting her film “Never Goin Back” at the 2018 Sundance Film Festival. The actress kept warm in the Meteora jacket in black ($895, www.rudsak.com).
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January 25, 2018

How smart home automation systems could make our lives easier

It is projected that about 38.2 million North Americans will have smart home systems by the year 2019.  Today’s automation system is affordable, easy to use and highly convenient, thereby allowing you to control every activity in your home from one streamlined control panel or app. Here are six tested and proven smart echo buying guide that could make our lives easier.

Automated Light Control

The automated light control has the capacity to make your life easier and safer simultaneously. You can schedule to be having light in the evening only when you are around and/ or will have a need for it. If you or any member of your family forgets to turn off your light, you can do so remotely. This will surely save energy costs.

Some of these smart lighting systems come with ambient lighting that changes shades and colors to suit your preferred mood.

Alternatively, you can program your system to turn lights on or off randomly when you are not in town, thereby making it less venerable for break-ins. Leaving lights on timers is one of the most effective and innovative ways of scaring thieves from entering into your house. It gives them the impression that you are at home.

However, if you install standard timers, potential thieves can easily spot when you are not around, so the best remedy is to plug a lamp into a smart switch or lamp module, place it on your wall and pair it very well with your home system so that you can be able to turn lights on and off from any location you are.

In this way, you can control it through the web portal or app. There are different types of smart home systems in the marketplace, thus it is necessary for you to learn about them, so that you can choose the one that perfectly suits your specifications.

Automatic temperature control

Have you ever arrived home in the middle of winter and was greeted with freezing cold or excessive heat during summer vacation? If such is the case, the most effective thing you will need to do is to replace it with programmable thermostat. This will save you some monthly energy costs.

The outdoor automatic temperature understands the humid nature of your home, so it knows when you are at home, and adjusts the temperature of your home accordingly. Some utility companies provide homeowner rebates for people that installed smart thermostat in their homes. This could be one of the awesome ways you can save some money. Thus, you will enjoy the maximum benefits by installing it in your home.

Security cameras with SMS alert

The days are gone when the installer will have to hardwired the home security systems. Today, you can get as many webcams as you wish, and connect it to your home’s Wi-Fi. With this, you can know what is happening in your home through a Smartphone app by either peeking into your home or through SMS notifications the camera will be sent to you occasionally.

Some of these security cameras use lights, while some features night vision, which means they can work not only during daylight hours. Some of them use batteries, and this makes it possible for the cameras to be placed all through your home or outdoor spaces, especially beyond the reach of power coming from electric outlets.

Energy metering

Home automation systems enable you to save about 30% or more costs for energy by optimal regulation of electrical devices, lights, ventilation, air conditioning etc. Monthly payment of electricity bills can be a big worry for a number of homeowners, but such is not the case for those living in a smart home.

You will save some monthly utility bills. For example, if you have a smart home ideas, you will notice that smart lighting system comes with energy efficient bulbs. The beauty of automated controls is that they will turn on and off lights and appliances whenever they are not in use.

Access control via dropped calls

Every smart home comes with access control capacity, and with this, you can take absolute control of the things in your home while you are away. For example, with your Smartphone you can monitor the security; turn on or off your lights with ease.

SMS Controlled System

One of the greatest benefits of home automation system is that it guarantees safety. With the alarming system and digital cameras installed in your home, you can monitor whatever that is happening in your home even when you are not around.

You can watch when someone attempts to enter your home without your due consent. When such happens, you will simply get an SMS almost instantly.

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January 24, 2018

Hair, Skin and Nails Beauty Solution

Did you know that the life cycle of hair is different for each individual strand? Strands have a life span of 2 to 7 years. The cycle is through three phases which are characterized by how far inside the follicle the hair bulb lies: anagen (growth phase, deepest), catagen (transitional, medium), telogen (resting before expulsion, nearest base of scalp). Hair follicles change due to a many factors including age, stress, hormones, nutrition, and pollution.

Because many hair follicle changes are outside of our control, Bergdorf Goodman hair stylist, Lucy Garcia Planck, offers the following recommendations you can take to ensure your best chance of initiating new growth.

Skip super-hot water. This can stress the follicle as well as exacerbate minor skin irritations like psoriasis.

Don’t pull your hair. You unknowingly do this every day. Improper brushing, towel drying (pat dry instead), and ponytail holders are culprits.

Pamper your scalp with vitamins and food to alternative medicine. There is no shortage of ways to do this.

Biotin is the essential B vitamin necessary for ensuring normal hair life cycle functioning. It can be found in a yummy gummy like Vitafusion Gorgeous Hair Skin and Nails.

Onion Juice is packed with antibacterial properties, onion juice wards off germs that cause scalp infection and lead to hair loss.

Coconut milk has rich proteins and essential fats that control hair loss, coconut milk stimulates growth and nourishes tissues and many people swear by the ancient Chinese medicine Acupuncture technique to stimulate follicle regeneration.

“Beautiful hair starts from the inside out! vitafusion Gorgeous Hair, Skin & Nails is my go-to to get essential nutrients for healthy hair everyday,” says Lucy.

Store locations that offer this product can be found right here: http://www.gummyvites.com/Vitafusion/Where-To-Buy.aspx?wtbid=VF_HairSkinNails

*This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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