Archives for 2018

January 18, 2018

Shapely full lips at any age

Lips get their shape and fullness in part from collagen. As we age, our body produces less collagen and the lips start to lose their plumpness. I am experiencing this collagen depletion now.

I have spent much time and money plumping and augmenting my lips with procedures like fillers and even bovine collagen. The bovine collagen injections were many, many years ago and yes, as a vegan of quite some time now and a vegetarian of almost a lifetime, I think back upon that with horror.

Lips are my devotion right now and I am always on the look out for products and makeup techniques that work to plump and create an appearance of fuller lips without having to “fill ‘er up”.

I found an interesting “How to”, 9 Makeup Tricks You Must Know to Fake Fuller Lips, online at Reader’s Digest. At Liveabout.com I found 6 Tips for Fuller Lips

A favorite lip product I recently discovered is Surya Brasil‘s 100% Natural, Vegan & Kosher Tinted Lip Balms. They are an organic and cruelty-free, They keep my lips smooth, and soft and hydrated. They are available in Blood Orange, Coconut Nectar, Pink Grapefruit, Pomegranate, Sugared Fig and Vanilla Dragon Fruit. I have every one. They are $4.99 each.

I am a skin cancer survivor so I must say, don’t skip sunscreen on your lips. If your lip products do not contain sunscreen be sure to put sun protection on first. That is always a must!

Surya Brasil Vegan Tinted Lip Balm Pomegranate

My favorite -Surya Brasil Vegan Tinted Lip Balm Pomegranate

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January 18, 2018

Keeping your teeth white, every day.

by Lisa Gal

Pérla, a professional teeth whitening company, was established in Melbourne, Australia in 2015. In addition to their in-house whitening treatments, they have developed a suite of unique products to use at home to help you maintain your results. Pérla’s exclusive peroxide-free formula whitens teeth without the pain and sensitivity associated with peroxide teeth whitening treatments. Pérla’s unique range of after-care and maintenance products has been designed with a focus on results-oriented natural formulations to help you maintain whitening results. We are thrilled to include Pérla and their natural teeth whitening products in our Hollywood Swag Bags being given to the SAG nominees, talent and guests staying at the Four Seasons Hotel this red carpet weekend.

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January 18, 2018

Chuchka Totes from Australia to be Gifted to Celebrities this Red Carpet Weekend

by Lisa Gal

If you’re looking for the ultimate trend-setting, trans-seasonal tote bag, then Chuchka Neoprene Totes are just what you need. Entirely Australian designed, their bespoke style and generous sizing means their neoprene tote bags are perfect for any occasion. Spending a day beachside? Take your neoprene tote. Heading out for a cardio session at the gym? Fit all your gear into one bag. Mum on the run? Everything you need will fit seamlessly inside the Chuchka neoprene tote.

We know that a woman’s handbag gets a lot of love, which is why their totes are made with modern neoprene material and sturdy rope handles, making them machine washable. Your Chuchka tote will always be in perfect shape. These bags will house the entire collection of products Hollywood Swag Bag will be gifting to the SAG Award nominees, talent and guests staying at the Four Seasons Hotel this red carpet weekend. How lucky are they!

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January 18, 2018

Lady Amber’s Reviews & PR Gifts Four Amazing Titles to Hollywood A-Listers

by Lisa Gal

Lady Amber’s Reviews & PR is a one stop shop for PR, book reviews, event hosting, sponsorship and more. We are excited to have them and their fantastic authors back in our Hollywood Swag Bags honoring the SAG Award nominees, talent and guests staying at the Four Seasons Hotel for the red carpet weekend. Titles include Shift by Karina Espinoza, Push & Pull by Emily Cyr, Where I End by Michelle Dare, and Nothing Ventured by Bestselling Author Kristen Luciani. For more information on Lady Amber Reviews click here.

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January 17, 2018

Under $100: Busy Philipps Carries Adrianna Papell Clutch

Los Angeles, CA – January 8, 2018 – Busy Philipps was photographed carrying an Adrianna Papell clutch to the 2018 InStyle And Warner Bros. 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards Post-Party. Busy showed her solidarity in all black with her Adrianna Papell Nola Chevron Beaded Clutch ($82.00, www.adriannapapell.com).
Photo Credit: Getty Images
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January 17, 2018

Heidi Klum Gets Red Carpet Ready with TWENTYFOURSEVEN Skincare!

Los Angeles, CA – January 7, 2018 – Heidi Klum was photographed looking flawless on the 75th Annual Golden Globe Awards red carpet tonight in Los Angeles! The supermodel got red carpet ready using TWENTYFOURSEVEN’s#one Lifting Serum ($289) and #mask ($250; www.by24sevenusa.com) to create a youthful and picture perfect look.
About TWENTYFOURSEVEN
Led by dermatology experts in our renowned laboratory in Germany, TWENTFOURSEVEN What the top models are using for skincare, Red carpet skincare. It’s a Glam Thingproducts were developed using the latest research and advanced technology creating a safe, effective, gentle yet highly potent product that shows immediate results. When used regularly, will achieve a long-lasting skin-care effect. But it doesn’t stop there, our scientists continue to develop our products thru sophisticated research and technology, ultimately with the goal of providing one of the, if not THE highest quality in skin-care line to our valued customers.
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January 17, 2018

KiraGrace Partners with Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation

(January 16, 2018, New York, NY) KiraGrace is partnering with the Yoga Medicine Seva Foundation to launch their Spring ’18 Seva Legging. The California-based yoga apparel brand has joined forces with the yoga non-profit to help fight human trafficking and sexual exploitation in India.
Founded by Tiffany Cruikshank, Yoga Medicine is a community of teachers trained in anatomy, physiology & traditional yoga practices to work in healthcare settings as an adjunct to traditional medical care. Yoga Medicine launched the Seva Foundation with their first trip to India in 2015 with the mission of fighting human trafficking and sexual exploitation by empowering impoverished communities through education and entrepreneurship.
To show their full support KiraGrace will be donating 100% of net profits of the Seva Legging to the Seva Foundation. This initiative will help open a shelter outside New Delhi, India in 2019 for 100+ women and children human trafficking survivors. In addition to providing shelter, the funds will go towards healthcare, education, and basic needs for the survivors.
KiraGrace‘s iconic Grace High Waist Yoga Legging features 4-way stretch, moisture wicking properties, and a premium lightweight fabric. The Black Onyx print was hand selected by Cruikshank to represent protection, support, and strength.
The KiraGrace Seva Legging currently retails for $98 exclusively on www.kiragrace.com.
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January 17, 2018

6 Tips Will Help You Develop a Great Skin Care Routine

The ability to maintain a smooth and flawless skin is everyone’s goal, and more so our gorgeous ladies. At times, it can be hard to achieve that kind of skin, but the good thing is that there are things you can do to have that satisfaction every time you stand before your mirror.

You will always have that satisfaction when you take care of your skin at all times. You don’t have to spend a lot of time in the activity, and you also don’t have to spend too much in terms of finances.

There are simple, fast and affordable routines that will give you the results that you are looking for. Sometimes you might be required to pay the Doctors Clinic, but most of the work will be your effort.

Here are some of the tips that will enable you to achieve that great skin that will always give the all-important social confidence.

 

  • You Don’t Have to Go Expensive

 

When some people start developing skin disorders, one of the first things that come to their minds is the cost of buying skin care products, most of which are hyped to make them expensive.

You will easily and affordably get remedies from most skin products from your local drugstore. Don’t be deceived by brand names, search your products based on their effectiveness in soothing your skin, making it smooth and getting rid of the spots and other growths that are bothering you.

 

  • Cleanliness Is Very Important

 

To keep your face smooth and attractive, you at times only need to clean in properly at least for twice a day. You can do it more if you usually sweat a lot. You obviously will clean it when bathing in the morning and you should do it in the evening too.

You will at times need to wash it after sweating, since it can worsen breakouts. In that case, after a gym session you should always wash it.

Do the cleaning with products that contain benzoyl peroxide when you are after treating acne. Cetaphil and Neutrogena bar are okay for the usual cleaning to maintain the health of your skin.

 

  • Avoid Scrubbing Your Face

 

Face scrub isn’t the solution to getting a healthy skin. You will certainly feel like you need a serious scrubbing when you are breaking out, but you should avoid it at all costs. If you do it, you will instead irritate your skin, more so when you use scrubs that are super-abrasive.

Such scrubs will tear scabs from breakouts that are on their way to healing. The result will be a more inflamed skin that will also be redder than it was before.

We all agree that exfoliation is important, but there are better ways to do it than using the tough scrubs. Hydroxy acid or glycolic acid that you can purchase over the counter are great peels that will help in removing dead skin.

 

  • For Super-Oily Skin, You Need an Astringent

 

There are skins that produce too much oil, and for that you will need to use a skin toner or astringent. They remove the oil hence leaving you feeling fresh and clean. There are many more other skin toning products, but when you are out there shopping for them you should always go for the alcohol-free ones, they are good for sensitive skin.

 

  • A Tight, Flaky and Dry Skin Needs a Moisturizer

 

As you carry on treating your skin, and more so when you are dealing with acne, your skin will become super dry. In that case, you should use a good moisturizer to sooth your skin every day. The shopping for the moisturizer should also be done with care. Go for a product that has an ‘oil-free’ label on it.

The product should also be non-comedogenic. Such a product is great because it will not leave you with a greasy feeling all day, and won’t also clog the pores of your skin.

A moisturizer with SPF will also be an added bonus. You end up with a soothed skin that will also be protected from the sun.

 

  • Popping Pimples Is Wrong

 

Tell someone not to pop a pimple and you will have given them one of the toughest tests in a person’s behavior. Just think of the many times that you have run your hand over your skin and felt a pimple, and immediately went on to pop it!

When you are after ridding your skin of these pimples, you will need to gather enough courage to fight the urge and leave the pimples to dry. Popping them when they are soft and wet will only leave the skin with dark spots and hence damage it.

The best solution to dealing with such pimples will be to shrink them through spot treatment.

There are many other ways of taking care of your skin to make it look smooth and attractive; you only need to research well about them.

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January 16, 2018

The Glam Life Of A Hollywood Sex & Marriage Therapist!

Dr. Holly Richmond (http://sexandthesoma.com) is the go-to sex and marriage therapist for some of Hollywood’s top stars. In between helping celebrities with their concerns and ‘issues’, Dr. Richmond, who is also a Somatic Psychologist, travels around North America working with others and speaking at conferences about new ways couple’s can enjoy themselves given today’s expanding technologic advances.

It’s A Glam Thing caught-up with Dr. Richmond to find out more about her career, her thoughts on these recent nasty Hollywood celebrity sex scandals, and why being/feeling glamorous is important to a healthy sexual experience…

NICK NORTHSTAR: How would you describe your own personal fashion style – both while at home and while working in your offices?

DR. HOLLY RICHMOND: I go for classic, sophisticated looks, but nothing too conservative. If I had to describe my style in two words, it would be classic chic. Right now, my home office is my where I work most often since I’m predominantly offering tele-therapy and sexual health coaching via phone, Skype or FaceTime. In cooler weather months, my look most likely includes leggings or jeans with a cashmere sweater. In warmer months, a blouse and jeans or a comfortable but form-fitting dress. Wearing nice fabrics that feel great against my skin is important to me.

NN: The word “Glamorous” can mean many different things… what is its definition to you?

DHR: To me, glamorous means a beautiful, captivating look that has a little something extra. That extra can be sex appeal, elegance, a forward-thinking sense of style or any number of things. What it doesn’t mean is overdone makeup, unnecessary embellishment or anything that looks like you tried too hard.

NN: Why is it important for people to feel ‘glamorous’ in their every day lives?

DHR: For most people, there’s a direct correlation between how they feel on the inside and how they present on the outside. If you’re dressed to look glamorous and you absolutely own that feeling, you’re going to present as self-confident, assured and powerful. My job is to help people feel better, and dressing the part is a piece of this.

NN: Relating to what you do and speak about, does feeling “hot, sexy & glamorous” make for better sexual situations and experiences?

DHR: Feeling “hot” is almost a 100-percent must for great sex. Again, it comes back to this sense of aligning your outward experience with your inward experience. If you don’t think you look good, it’s hard to cultivate and exude positive, sexy energy to others. I hear from my female clients, in particular, that if they aren’t feeling good about their bodies, their hair, or how they’re dressed, they have a hard time being present during sex. On the other hand, feeling hot, sexy and glamorous gets women out of their head and into their body so they can take in all the pleasure and eroticism that a sexual experience has to offer.

NN: What is your advice to anyone wanting to try and be more “sexy” for their partner?

DHR: First and foremost, ask your partner what they find sexy! Hopefully this is similar to what you find sexy, but if the two are a little off, it’s no big deal. It actually gives you more room to experiment with different looks, settings, toys, whatever it may be. For example, if you’re into boho-chic, lacey, floral lingerie and your partner wants to see you in black leather, that creates dozens of opportunities to create different sexual personas. What we wear can help us show a sexier side of ourselves, whether that’s through role playing or just really sinking into the look you have on. Authenticity and that “this is me” feeling is sexy and empowering.

NN: Why do you feel so many people in America are usually shy about talking about their sex lives or sexual things?

DHR: Because it’s America. We were founded on puritanical values and patriarchy, and that takes a long time to change or shift. It’s very different in Canada, Europe and Australia. They have sex education (good sex education) at a young age, and that education continues at home. Parents aren’t afraid to talk about sex with their children. I wish we could change that here, because I believe that’s the foundation for how we feel about our own sexuality, as well as other’s. If we could transform the discourse from abstinence (don’t do it or you’ll catch something, get pregnant, etc.) to pleasure (you’re going to do it anyway, so here’s how to really enjoy yourself), we’d be so far ahead of the game.

NN: So many sex scandals are happening in Hollywood these days… what is your viewpoint on these and why they are all finally coming to light?

DHR: I hate that the scandal is happening because my heart breaks for all of the women (and some men) who have been harassed, abused and even raped. But, on the other hand, the fact that this misconduct is getting so much media attention is truly positive. With the Me Too and Time’s Up campaigns, there’s a new day and a new way in Hollywood. People, men in particular, will have to behave differently. There is no room for abuses of power, blackmail and sexual missteps any longer. There’s been a reckoning for sure, and the fact that this societal movement is led by women is the most powerfully important shift I’ve witnessed and felt in my lifetime.

NN: Why should someone seek out your help and hire you? What do you look for in a patient?

DHR: I actually love the diversity of my practice, so really the only thing I look for is honesty and openness. Those two elements can take a while to cultivate for some clients, but it’s so worth it. It’s nearly impossible for me to do my job well if my client doesn’t let me know them. My job is to be non-judgmental, especially when it comes to sex, and I’m god at it! There’s almost nothing someone could say that would surprise me. If someone is struggling with any aspect of their sexuality, from fetishes to gender identity, or with something in their relationships like trying consensual non-monogamy or BDSM play, my goal is to help them move into those areas in a healthy, integrated way. So, we are not just talking about what they think about these things, but how their body feels about it. Sex is entirely a mind/body experience.

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January 16, 2018

Luxury Hand Blown Glass from the Hands of Designer Cheryl Saban

by Lisa Gal

Cheryl Saban‘s luxury handblown glass designs add a touch of elegance to any decor. She has transitioned her classic designer’s touch seamlessly into her highly sought after handcrafted items. The Cheryl Saban Designs atelier which has recently relocated from Nemo street in West Hollywood, to its new home on Little Santa Monica in Beverly Hills, is a gift shoppers oasis. Filled with mindfully crafted glassware and gemstone jewelry, Cheryl Saban Designs is a unique and colorful space that one must visit! Her one of a kind hand blown water glasses are going to make an exquisite addition to our Hollywood Swag Bags being gifted at the Four Seasons Hotel to the SAG award nominees, talent and guests staying for the red a carpet weekend later this month.

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