Donna Raheb
December 17, 2012

John Frieda’s Hair Setter Will Have Your Hair Rollin’

My daughter Adrienne recently told me she wanted to pick out a set of hot rollers. Wow, hot rollers, I was a teenager the last time I used hot rollers and was I surprised to see how far they have come in 30 years. There were so many different styles to choose from and my daughter knew exactly just what set of hot rollers she wanted, John Frieda® Frizz Ease® Hair Setter by Conair. The exciting news was that this particular set of hot rollers were awarded Allures Best of 2012 beauty awards.

John Frieda® Frizz Ease® Hair Setter by Conair is a unique appliance containing 5 jumbo Titanium Ceramic Flocked Rollers with a convenient storage pouch for 5 butterfly clips included. John Frieda® Frizz Ease® Hair Setter by Conair is designed to eliminate static which causes fly away frizzy hair resulting in a fabulous smooth shiny curl. These hot rollers also have a variable temperature control which allows flexible use and with only a two minute heat up time, you will have your curls ready to go in no time.

John Frieda® Frizz Ease® Hair Setter by Conair is the perfect appliance to create voluminous and soft curls. Adrienne’s hair is very long and the wide rollers give her just the right curl. They are so easy to use, she just wraps her hair around the roller, puts the clip in place and continues on until all of the rollers are in place. For tight curls, she will leave them in for at least 10 minutes. For looser curls she leaves them in only a few minutes. Adrienne likes the jumbo rollers because she can create a softer curl with volume. With a little practice, you can have the curl you want, when you want, in no time.

John Frieda® Frizz Ease® Hair Setter by Conair will make a great holiday gift  and will have your hair rollin’ in 2013!

Available at http://www.bedbathandbeyond.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

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December 16, 2012

L’Occitane Arrives in Big and Small Packages and Celebrities are Loving it!

 

The Best of L’Occitane Gift Set has arrived and I couldn’t be happier. This past year, I have been enjoying many of L’Occitane’s Bath and Body products. L’Occitane carries the most luxurious bath and body line, fabulous fragrances and their hands creams containing Shae butter are incredible. If you are looking to delight this holiday, gift giving with L’Occitane has never been more fun. L’Occitane has put together some remarkable gift set highlighting their very best and most popular products.

There are some fabulous gift sets to choose from. L’Occitane Immortelle Gift of Youth, Shae Embrace, Almond Enchantment, Sparkling Verbena Delights and the list goes on at http://usa.loccitane.com/gifts. My personal favorite is The Best of L’Occitane because this set contains an assortment of my favorite L’Occitane products. I plan on delighting a few of my friends with The Best of L’Occitaine’s soft and silky Shea Butter Hand Cream and Shea Butter Foot Cream, soothing Almond Shower Oil, intoxicating Pivoine Flora Beauty Milk, Relaxing Lavender Foaming Bath and fragrant Almond Milk Concentrate. This gift set truly does contain the Best of L’Occitane.

This holiday season pamper yourself and your loved ones with fabulous L’Occitane goodies. I plan on filling some stockings with “Hugs & Kisses” and of course, some L’Occitane Hugs & Kisses too!  L’Occitane Hugs & Kisses Mango Flower Limited Edition is a Hand Cream and Lip Balm Duo. A year ago, I didn’t even know the L’Occitane brand, now I can honestly say that my family is enjoying many of the brands products.

Mango Flower Organic Shea Lip Balm EFT is enriched with Shea Butter*** and will moisturize, nourish and protect your lips. L’Occitane Lip Balms have been a favorite in my house, just as much as L’Occitane Mango Flower Shea Hand Cream. Their non-greasy shea butter hand cream will leave your hands feeling silky soft, and you will adore this delicate citrus scent .

Soaps in my stocking? I definitely want L’Occitane Solidarity Soap. This soap with a cause is simply  incredible with its rose petal scent. “100% of profits from the sale of this soap will be donated to NGOs working to fight preventable blindness in developing countries”, I have a bar right at my kitchen sink and use it at least 5 times a day ot more.

***Shea Butter, a natural beauty balm, comes from Shea trees in West Africa. L’OCCITANE harvests its Shea Butter in a fair trade agreement with women’s collectives in order to support economic recovery and a heritage of natural harvesting traditions.Whether your gifts are big or small, a package from L’Occitane will surly delight! http://usa.loccitane.com.

 

Jill Zarin: Spotted at the new L’Occitane Upper West Side Boutique! Getting into the holiday spirit, Jill Zarin shopped for many of her friends and family. She picked up some calming Lavender bath products and Shimmering Oil for herself; Cade Shaving products for her husband; and scented showergels for her daughter.

 

 

 

 

Arielle Kebbel: Arielle was spotted a big smile on her face as she shopped the Hollywood & Highland Boutique for some Christmas gift must-haves.

 

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December 13, 2012

These Are a Few of My “Friends” Favorite Things

 

My friends are telling me, and I must agree, that they can’t live without their Tweezernan Tweezers. Next on their list,  the Tweezerman Manicure Set and I am already on it. I found these great holiday themed manicure sets that consist of a full size Stainless Steel Fingernail clipper, a two surfaced nail file for filing and smoothing and Birchwood Manicure Sticks for caring for nails and cuticles. This manicure set contains everything my friends will need to keep their fingers and nails looking trimmed and elegant. Tweezerman has created some award winning products and you can find their complete line of tweezers and manicure essentials at http://www.tweezerman.com.

Everyone who loves beauty products knows how popular and beneficial Moroccan Oil has become. Inventive Eco Organics Moroccan Collection Gift Set is the perfecv tchoice for gift or stocking stuffer because it contains a sampling of some of their great products and they are small enough to fit in a cosmetic case or travel bag. I know my friends have this on their list too. This 4 piece collection contains Moroccan Body Wash, Moroccan Body Lotion, O2 Enriched Moroccan Argan Oil and Seven Seas Sublime Soak. Once they pamper themselves with this Moroccan Gift Set, they won’t want to leave home without them. http://www.inventiveecoorganic.com/

Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Facial Cream is another favorite, containing all the benefits of Sea Buckthorn. This facial cream is very soothing and contains the extremely beneficial Omega 7 fatty acids. Sibu Beauty Sea Buckthorn Facial Cream is a light, non-greasy cream which helps boost collagen production and will keep your skin feeling moisturized and rejuvenated. This light non greasy cream can be used every day and has a wonderful citrus scent. The perfect stocking stuffer. sibubeauty.com

 

 

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December 12, 2012

Indulge in one of Scandinavia’s Rich Traditions

December 13th is Santa Lucia’s Day—the longest night of the year and is considered the start of the holiday season in Sweden. Indulge in one of Scandinavia’s rich traditions – a nap on a Hästens bed. Imported from Sweden, Hästens’s beds are expertly built by hand using all-natural materials including horsehair, wool, cotton and flax. From European elite to Hollywood royalty, Hästens beds are the choice for a superlative night’s rest.

WHERE: One of Hästens’ Showrooms

WHEN: December 13th

WHY: For an authentic Swedish snooze. 

Please visit Hastens.com to locate your nearest boutique – including two in the NYC area in Flatiron and SoHo. Get that beauty sleep that we all need! You deserve it!

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December 12, 2012

Smashing Gifts From SMASHBOX Cosmetics

 Smashbox Cosmetics are a great way to start or finish up your holiday shopping. You might even find a few things for yourself like I did!

Smashbox Photo Finish Primer is on my girls wish list. They are always being photographed and always want to look great when those photos get posted and Smashbox Photo Finish Primer gives them a head start. Smashbox Photo Finish Primer is available in 3 finishes, but what finish do I choose? Color Blend Apricot conceals under eye circles, veins and sunspots, Color Adjust Green minimizes redness and Color Balance Lavender helps those with yellow skin tones. Select your perfect photo finish primer at http://www.sephora.com/photo-finish-color-correcting-foundation-primer.

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Smashbox Waterproof Shadow Liner is my personal favorite. This creamy eyeliner glides on so easily leaving a nice smooth bold line of color. It truly is a “mistake-proof” shadow liner. They are easy to use, smudging as a liner or blending as a shadow for radiant, all-over color. I will never use anythng else! Smashbox Waterproof Shadow Liners are available in Bronze and Charcoal.

Airbrush Whipped Cheek Color should be a staple in everyone’s handbag. This  lightweight blush gives cheeks a natural radiant glow. With ultra-fine pigments for supreme blendability and silicone elastomers that diminish imperfections, this mousse-like formula delivers an instant airbrushed effect. Airbrush Whipped Cheeck Color offers you no hassle touch-ups throughout the day. They are available in two great shades,  Berry Bliss and Dusty Rose.

Photo Op Eye Shadow Palette is one of my daughter’s favorite palettes. She creates the most beautiful looking eyes with this palette of ultra-blendable shadows in very trendy  shades. The richly pigmented Photo Op Eye Shadow Palette contains velvety shadows that are crease and fade resistant. Also included in the palette is a double-ended brush. Shades available are Icon and Mus.

You face is primed, your eyes are alluring, your cheeks are aglow, let’s not forget those lips. Lip Enhancing Gloss Duo is the icing on the cake. Gloss your lips to perfection with this luxe, longwearing formula with an ultra-cushiony applicator. Your lips will never look and feel better. Two sets of fabulous shades are available, Fab/Snappy and Luxe/Chic.

All of the Smashbox products mentioned here are available at Smashbox.com, Sephora, Sephora Inside JC Penney, ULTA, Nordstrom, QVC, Beauty.com and select Macy’s


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December 12, 2012

Wet 2 Straight Without Blow Drying, Unbelievable!


My daughter Adrienne is really enjoying her new hair appliances. She is trying something new, she wasn’t convinced at first it would work but she is convinced now, it’s the new Remington’s Wet 2 Straight Iron.  In her own words, “Remington’s New Wet 2 Straight Iron is a super hair tool, allowing you to straighten your hair while it is still wet and eliminating the whole blow drying process. I didn’t believe it at first, thinking that maybe my hair would get damaged from the iron. This was not the case at all. Remington’s Wet 2 Straight really worked. It actually took me less time using Wet 2 Straight than straightening my dry hair. I do occasionally use a regular flat iron because I often straighten my dry hair.  Now, with Wet 2 Straight I have the convenience of straightening my hair right after I wash it, if I am short on time. One of the tricks I learned using Wet 2 Straight is to towel dry your hair until it’s damp, then Wet 2 Straight takes care of the rest.”

There you have it, it really works.  (See photos below) Remington’s Wet 2 Straight 1″ Flat Iron with Soy Hydra Complex conditions, dries & straightens wet hair for the ultimate smooth finish. Blow drying and straightening often causes stress to your hair but with the unique steam vents on top of this new flat iron, it safely removes water from your damp hair.

Soy protein is known for nourishing and moisturizing skin and hair.  Next generation ceramic plates on this flat iron are infused with soy hydra conditioners creating healthy, shiney hair.  These conditioners last the life of the flat iron, leaving no oily residue.  This iron also heats to 425* in 30 seconds and if you forget to turn it off, don’t worry, it has an automatic turn off after 60 minutes. These are terrific features so what are you waiting for, create a longer-lasting beautiful finish with Remington’s Wet 2 Straight Iron. http://www.remingtonproducts.com  Remington’s Wet 2 Straight Iron makes a great gift, just ask Adrienne’s friends!

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December 11, 2012

Great Gift & Stocking Stuffers That Won’t Break the Bank


Lavanila Deodorant is a fabulous all natural deodorant containing no Parabens, Sulfates, Chemicals or Aluminum. LAVANILA Deodorant is a clinical-strength deodorant that is 100% natural and effective. This all natural deodorant comes in Pure Vanilla, Vanilla Coconut, Vanilla Grapefruit, Vanilla Lavender, and Vanilla Passion Fruit. My daughter and I love the Lavanila Deodorants and the 5 great scents they offer. Why not start your day in a healthy way, with Lavanila Healthy Deodorants http://www.lavanila.com/Healthy-Deodorant

GUD, Bert’s Bees newest creations are “Must haves” this holiday season. The fragrances that Gud offers just burst with fragrance.  Gud Body Mists are sensational and the scents are utterly intoxicating. Just spray a little into the air and walk into a burst of fragrance that will leave you smelling fantastic all day. The Gud Body Mist comes in four scents – Pearanormal Activity, Vanilla Flame, Floral Cherrynova and Orange Petalooza. The best part about Gud products is that they contain no parabens,  phthalates or petrochemicals and are never tested on animals. For more great Gud products visit http://www.burtsbees.com/n/root-gud.

Whether attached to a gift, filling a tiny space in a stocking or just because, Sun Bum SPF 30 Flavored Lip Balms are a  terrific accessory that no one should be without. Sun Bum original banana flavored SPF Lip Balm was so popular that they made new flavors! Your lips can now enjoy Pink Guava, Mango, Coconut, Key Lime and Pomegranate. Sun Bum SPF 30 offers super protection from Uva/UVB ray of the sun and also has aloe and vitimin E to keep your lips super soft. Collect all six, you will need one for outdoor activities like skiing, surfing, swiming, hicking, gardening, sports, jogging, oh my, I might have to buy more. http://www.trustthebum.com/shop/sun-bum-spf-30-lip-balm

I want to find Rimmel Lash Accelerator Serum Clear with grow lash complex in my stocking this year. Rimmel Lash Accelerator Serum helps support natural growth for your eye lashes and eye brows. If used consistently for 30 days, you will be amazed at the difference. This serum conditions lashes and brows while its fortifying gel helps support healthy lash and brow growth.  You can even wear it while wearing mascara. Sounds fantastic! http://www.rimmellondon.com/us/en/products/lash-accelerator-serum/

 

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December 10, 2012

New York Yankees Is The Perfect Surprise!

Did I say New York Yankees! Yes, New York Yankees Eau De Toilette is the newest mens fragrance of the New York Yankees this year. My two grown sons are New York Yankees fans and what could be better than surprising them with this sporty, masculine fragrance. I know they will like it, who wouldn’t. This fragrance has a refreshing woody scent with note of Bergamont, Coriander and cool Blue Sage. New York Yankees Eau De Toilette is definitely a mans scent. I certainly enjoyed this scent and I know they will too.

The bottle alone will look great on their dressers alongside their New York Yankees memorabilia. This fragrance makes a great holiday gift or for any occasion and you certainly don’t have to be a Yankees fan to enjoy this incredible scent.

New York Yankees Eau De Toilette is the perfect size for a stocking stuffers or you can wrap one up and give as a gift . If you have this gift in mind for your Yankees fan you won’t have to drive to Yankee Stadium to purchase it. New York Yankees Eau De Toilette is available at Macy’s and Lord and Taylor in 1.7 oz. and 3.4 oz. sizes for $49 and $62, respectively or visit www.NYYankeesFragrance.com.

 

 

 

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December 9, 2012

Get Balmed Is the Ultimate Stocking Stuffer

I find that guys, no matter what their ages, are the hardest people to buy a gift for. I need all the help I can get. While I was shopping at the mall recently, I noticed Balm Quad Lip Quad by Jack Black. I thought, Wow, what a perfect gift for any guy, after all, they need lip balm too. My husband uses lip balm all the time but he is limited to few brands because many are too fruity or too sticky, and he doesn’t enjoy that. He wants a regular lip balm without frills. Balm Squad Lip Quad fits that bill. This Limited Edition Set consists of four full sized tubes of their award winning lip balm.

Balm Quad Lip Quads moisturize, soften and provide SPF25. This irresistible set of lips balms come in four great flavors, Natural Mint & Shea Butter, Grapefruit & Ginger, Shea Butter & Vitamin E and Acai Berry & Vanilla. Guys will enjoy the flavors and they are not sticky or greasy. How do I know this? Well, one of these lip balms I have already tried and I might just keep it for myself. These lip balms will make great stocking stuffers too!

To find a store nearest you, visit http://www.getjackblack.com/storelocator.aspx or visit their website http://www.getjackblack.com/lips.aspx

 

 

 

 

 

 

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December 8, 2012

Refresh, Hydrate, Smooth and Protect with ElevenSkin

Refresh, Hydrate. Smooth and Protect, follow these four easy steps with ElevenSkin Skincare and you will be on you way to beautiful, more youthful looking skin.  Celebrities including Jenny Garth and Kristen Alfonso will attest to  ElevenSkin. ElevenSkin Skincare was developed by business woman Nicole Olden who believes that “the most important “accessory” in style, fashion and beauty is flawless skin, and that skin is the “first layer of confidence.”  Also stated at her website, “She found that the sea contained marine plant life that had a cellular structure so similar to that of human skin, products derived from them would penetrate skin more deeply and effectively. She put a team together, applied the science to the dream, and from this ElevenSkin was born.” At http://www.tryelevenskin.com  learn more about Nicole Olden and her story.

REFRESH…Begin your daily routine with ElevenSkin Refresh Cleanser. Combining four powerful antioxidants and seaweed extract, this cleanser will clean, tone and  firm sagging skin. It’s a cleanser and an anti-aging treatment in one! After cleansing you will notice your skin feeling soft and smooth almost immediately.

HYDRATE…ElevenSkin Hydrate Serum helps rejuvenate your skin and improve elasticity while you sleep. I especially like this serum because it absorbs very quickly on your skin. The serum contains seaweed extract, hyaluronic acid and a blend of essential oils for intense hydration and repair.

SMOOTH…ElevenSkin Smooth Eye Creme is a light creme and when used regularily, helps smooth away fine lines and wrinkles and tightens the skin in the eye area. Smooth Eye creme spreads evenly and does not leave a greasy feeling after use like some eye cremes often do.

PROTECT…The final step to fantastic looking skin is ElevenSkin Day Creme. This day creme is formutated with green tea extracts and a blend of amino acids helping to support healthy collegen. What I like most about this creme is that it has an SPF18, helping to protect your skin from harmful UVA/UVB rays.

You will see quick results with this amazing four step skincare program from ElevenSkin. At http://www.tryelevenskin.com/ purchase this Skin Care System, a $130.00 value for only $39.95. This is an incredible offer and an excellent skin care choice to add to your holiday shopping list. Refresh, Hydrate, Smooth and Protect with ElevenSkin Skincare.

 

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