Donna Raheb
September 2, 2012

Flake Away with Soap And Glory

 

Soap & Glory – “the British beauty brand famous for its effective, affordable and adventurously-monikered products”  has a body polish that will will positively polish your flakes away. Soap & Glory Flake Away is a body polish offering one of the most exhilerating shower experiences you will ever have.  With its intoxicating fragrances of Shea butter, sweet almond oil, peach seed powder, sea salt and sugar, one might think they were showering in a fruity tropical garden. 

Soap & Glory Flake Away is formulated with just the right ingredients delivering a delicate scrub.  The scrub itself is very gentle, and not at all greasy, like many body polishes on the market today.

“Soap & Glory’s signature Pink Fragrance combines fresh bergamot and mandarin, rose, jasmine, peach, strawberry, oakmoss, amber, woody notes and amber and warm vanilla notes on the bottom.”

I think it is very important to have a body polish with a delicate scent, it makes your shower enjoyable and you won’t have a strong lingering scent on your skin. Soap & Glory Flake Away leaves you feeling smooth, silky and smelling utterly fantastic.  Soap & Glory Flake Away  is Paraben Free ! How sweet is that?

A small handful of Soap & Glory Flake Away is all you need to help you eliminate dry flaky skin.  Rub it on your skin using a circular motion with your fingertips or use a luffa sponge like I did.

Soap & Glory Flake Away is the Ultimate Body Polish!  No flakes about it!

http://www.soapandglory.com

 

 

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August 31, 2012

Paul Mitchell Protools Are A Real Smoothy

This past summer, my daughter Adrienne ditched her morning hair routine of curling or straightening for a more relaxed look.  Let’s just say there were a lot of headbands and ponytails flying around here this summer.  With school starting soon,  Adrienne has already started to prepare for her early morning hair routine and the Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock is on the top of her ‘Back to School Must-Haves”.   Adrienne has been looking for a smoothing iron tool that will  give her perfectly straight, smooth hair. She has been using the Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock for a few weeks now and is loving it.  The peacock printed design gives the iron a feminine touch and it even comes with a matching flat brush to help you achieve a smooth look.

These are a few thoughts Adrienne wanted me to share with you: “Whether you have mermaid waves or an afro of curls, the Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock will, for sure, straighten every strand of hair.  I have tried over 4 brands of flat irons prior to using Paul Mitchell’s Smoothing Iron and none has exceeded my standards like the Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock.  The smoothing iron has  2″ ceramic plates that distribute the heat from the iron onto your hair nice and evenly”.

“Some of the features I like is the 9 foot cord so I am not limited to using it in the bathroom.  The longer cord allows me to use the iron in almost any room in the house.  The smoothing iron heats up in no time.  By the time I brush my teeth, it is heated to 400*. Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock is also designed to prevent creases and dents because the edges are beveled, unlike many smoothing irons which crease, cut and catch your hair.  That is a very uncomfortable feeling, by the way. Paul Mitchell Smoothing iron makes hair straightening fast and easy with fantastic results.  Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock is attractive with it peacock print, making it fun and stylish looking”.

Check out the before and after pictures below.  Adrienne has very thick, wavy/curly hair and she loved the results she got.  Smooth and easy is the key with the Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock

Paul Mitchell Limited Edition Express Ion Smooth Peacock  is available ONLY in professional salons and Paul Mitchell schools.  Price varies upon location.

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August 31, 2012

Look Beautiful With Mally Beauty

To celebrate the launch of Mally Roncal’s newest website mallybeauty.com, my daughter Adrienne took out her favorite Mally eye makeup to demonstrate what she learned from Mally Beauty’s tutorials.

For those of you who are not familiar with mallybeauty.com, this newest website offers a wealth of information.  You will find Dashboards where you can receive Mally updates all in one spot, Auto Deliveries, Ratings and Reviews of products, Wish Lists and our favorite, the How To Library.  The How To Library is loaded with detailed demonstrations on how to use Mally’s “High Performance Makeup” and learn Mally’s secret beauty tips and tricks using the  various kinds of makeup in Mally’s Cosmetics line.

Looking at the photos below, Adrienne is a quick learner.  Using the tutorials and then adding her own touches, Adrienne created her own unique look using the following products to achieve her beautiful eyes.

To achieve this delicate and eye-popping look, Adrienne used the following products;  Ever Color Eye Shadow/Duo in “Twilight”,

Eye Shadow Duo in Pretty Lady, Evercolor waterproof eyeliner in Midnight and Mally’s best selling make-up item, Volumizing Mascara.

Adrienne says that “The Volumizing Mascara definitely volumizes and it  brings the whole look together”. Mally says her Volumizing Mascara is “made with an Italian base, Japanese pigments and a secret brush, it helps you build WOW lashes to the hilt”.

You definitely want the WOW! effect and you can achieve this with Mally Beauty Products which can be found at mallybeauty.com and qvc.com.

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August 26, 2012

Five “Must-Haves” in My Ballet Bag

As a Junior in High School and a Soloist for the State Ballet of Rhode Island, my time is very limited so I have to make sure my ballet bag is always packed. There are always a few essential items that I “Must Have” in my ballet bag, and these might be good ideas for you too.

Must Have #1: Tweezerman Match Box Itty Bitty Files are a must.  My fingernails and toenails must always be smooth because I can’t risk tearing my tights, and it does happen from time to time when I have a rough edge. These itty bitty nail files come in a matchbox package of 12, so there are plenty of mini files to share with my friends.

www.tweezerman.com 

Must Have #2: Murad’s Skin Perfection Primer is a great product to have before applying makeup, which we do often at the ballet. I like Murad’s Skin Perfection Primer because it helps control acne breakouts, reduces the appearance of pores, and controls shine.  After all, who wants to have a shiny face when they are on stage, or any place else for that matter. www.murad.com

Must Have #3: Eylure Naturalites Eyelashes are another important accessory.  Available in assorted styles and sizes, they are reusable and come with their own adhesive, which is very convenient.  They are easy to use and takes little time to apply.  When I want my eyes to POP onstage, I use Eylure Naturalites!

www.eylure.com

Must Have #4: I always like to carry a fragrance in my bag and Lavanila “Summer Vanilla” Roll-on is the perfect one for me.  This fragrance has a delicate vanilla scent. It is subtle enough that I can roll on  as often  I like without it being over powering. Lavanila roll-on comes in a very slim bottle which fits conveniently in my ballet bag.

 www.lavanila.com

Must Have #5: I have at least 6 Mia Hair Accessories in my bag at all times.   Braidies are a great acccessory.  They are headbands that look like a hair braid.  They are one size fits all and comes in 2 sizes, thick and thin.  When I wear my hair in a bun I wear the Braidies. The braid adds a unique and stylish look. Tony Ties, are a must too. These no tug hair ties (leopard print being my favorite) hold my hair back in a ponytail. Tony Ties come out easily without pulling on my hair.  Mia Hair Accessories come in 5 natural Hair colors. www.tonytail.com

 

Adrienne, Teen Blogger

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August 25, 2012

Lisa Hoffman Combines Fragrance with Elegance

Just when I thought  jewelry couldn’t be any more unique, I found Lisa Hoffman Fragrance Jewelry. Lisa Hoffman has brilliantly created a line of jewelry  that combines fragrance and fashion.  I have been wearing one of Lisa Hoffman’s  beautiful Fragrance Necklaces with a filigreed charm attached. What is unique about my necklace is that inside the charm are tiny scented beads. The beads carry the fragrance inside the charm.   As I wear my Fragrance Necklace, every so often I can smell the subtle but fragrant scent the charm carries.

The Fragrant Beads come in 5 intoxicating scents; Tuscan Fig, Tunisian Neroli, Japanese Agarwood, French Clary Sage and Madagascar Orchid.   You can refill the charm with new beads every few weeks, more or less, depending on your preference.  As an alternative to the Fragrance Jewely, these 5 scents are available in Eau de Parfum.

Tuscan Fig is the scent I chose through their unique application called iscentify.  At http://www.lisahoffmanbeauty.com/iScentify  a video is featured that explains exactly how iscentify suggests the fragrance that is perfect for you.   It is an amazing application, one that you must try, especially if you are not sure of the scent you would like.   You can choose more than one scent  in your charm or alternate scents depending on your mood, the choice is yours.   Another nice feature about Lisa Hoffman’s  Fragrance Jewelry is that the fragrance never touches your skin.

The Lisa Hoffman Fragrance Jewelry Collection consists of Bracelets, Necklaces and Earrings. They are available in a variety of finishes, like antique bronze or  14 kt gold plated  as well as a variety of charms.  View their exquisite line of Fragrance Jewelry at http://www.lisahoffmanbeauty.com/shop/fragrance-jewelry.  Lisa Hoffman Fragrance Jewelry is also found at www.HSN.com

Refills for your Fragrance Beads are also available at both websites.

Combine Fragrance with Elegance with Lisa Hoffman Fragrance Jewelry.

 

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August 22, 2012

Salon Grafix Introduces Healthy Hair Nutrition

Over the past several months, my daughter Jenna felt that her hair was becoming damaged from the sun and constant use of hair spray. I told her to try Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser  and it ended up being exactly what she needed. Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser  not only is a great smelling shampoo but it also fixed her sun-damaged hair and is keeping it moisturized and shiny every day that she uses it. Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser  has helped to keep her hair looking and feeling soft and luxurious.  She has acknowledged what great shape her hair is in, “its feels soft and smells great even throughout the day”.  She especially likes the fact that it is an All-in-One cleanser, as it acts as a shampoo, conditioner, and leave-in conditioner with one washing.  Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition Conditioning Cleanser is also suds free so it does not lather.

As stated by Salon Grafix, “Healthy Hair Nutrition will maintain hair health and color while removing dirt and product buildup, leaving a brilliant natural shine”. ” This sulfate free cleanser has been formulated for all hair types including color treated, coarse, and curly hair”.  Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition line was designed to “replenish moisture lost in the shampoo process.”  

Salon Grafix  has created another great hair treatment,  Healthy Hair Nutrition Intensive Hair Repair Masque  which can be used as little as once a week and is suitable for every day use. This deep conditioning treatment is designed for dry or damaged hair.   It is intended to “Deeply hydrate, nourish and protect dry and damaged hair, without weighing it down“. Jenna is using  Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition Intensive Hair Repair Masque only once a week and has noticed the softness and shine to her hair.  Following the directions, Jenna saturates  her wet hair from roots to ends with Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition Intensive Hair Repair Masque and leaves the masque in for 3-5 minutes. She can leave the masque in  15-20 minutes for  a maximum condition and shine if she chooses.

Salon Grafix Healthy Hair Nutrition is a perfect choice to use after chemical treatments or after excessive heat styling and can be used as often as needed. Jenna was amazed at how affordable Salon Grafix is, after all, being a College student, every penny saved counts. Salon Grafix is available at local retail stores, and  many online stores.

Visit http://www.salongrafix.com/ to view their extensive hair care line including, shampoos, conditioners, hair sprays, and dry shampoo to name a few.

Treat your hair to some Healthy Nutrition with Salon Grafix

 

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August 20, 2012

Introducing Borghese’s Premier Age-Defying Skincare Collection

Borghese’s premier age-defying skincare collection, Crema Straordinaria, energizes, hydrates and rejuvenates skin fatigued by daily stress.  And now, Effortlessly Extraordinary offers you these most restorative essentials in one collection:

•         Crema Straordinaria Sapone Foaming Cleanser is the first step.  Formulated with bio-compatible micro-granules to help purify, hydrate and defend skin against the signs of aging.  It provides perfect lather control from creamy to rich as it preserves the skin’s natural lipid barrier with its superior moisture system.  Clarifies and calms skin, leaving it clean, refreshed and silky-soft.

•         Crema Straordinaria Tonico Balancing Softening Toner is a richly-hydrating and alcohol-free toner that refreshes skin and restores its natural pH balance after cleansing.  Formulated with Aquatic plant extract to enhance skin’s vitality, surface cells are gently exfoliated without harsh abrasion.  Leaves skin illuminated with a fresh, natural glow.

•         Crema Straordinaria Da Giorno Day Treatment SPF 25 helps rebuild resiliency as it keeps skin beautifully hydrated.  Formulated with Borghese’s exclusive Stratopeptide Energizing Complex and technologically optimized ingredients that work to defend and nurture skin as it offers protection from free radical and UV damage, daily stress and excessive dryness.  Skin stays soothed and perfectly calmed.             $49.00

 

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August 19, 2012

Custom Nail Solutions is the the Ulltimate in Acrylic Nail Fashion

I recently had the opportunity of having a Custom Nail Solution experience, and I must say it was a pleasant one.  At first, I was a little hesitant to try them.  I was skeptical about acrylic nails because they have been very damaging to my nails and nail beds in the past. I had seen Custom Nail Solutions on a beauty feature on television and thought I would give them try. After all, who wouldn’t want nails that are  guaranteed to “never break, chip, crack, change shape or stain and will last you a lifetime“!  Cost was also a major factor.  When I thought about how much money I had spent in the past on Acrylic nails  Between full sets, fill-ins, repairs, baby sitters not to mention travel time, wait time, not having time…There were definitely more pros than cons with this decision.  Did I mention that Custom Nails are reusable?  The investment was worth it.

Custom Nail Solution assures you that the acrylic nails are made of “PlastiFlex” -“An indestructible, high impact thermoplastic that is UV protected, anti-bacterial, anti-microbial and applied with a medical grade, non-toxic adhesive. ”

When my Custom Nails Kit arrived, it contained everything I needed to make my nail impressions, 10 plastic forms (one for each finger) and the  molding clay needed for the impressions.  Included in the Custom Nail Kit  is a throughly detailed DVD, narrated by Katie Sexton herself  The DVD gives easy to follow,  step by step instructions for making your impressions, applying, care and removal of your new nails.  Hang on to that DVD, it will come in handy.  I did have my daughter help me with the impressions. Having an assistant was helpful but not necessary.  I  suggest you view the DVD before making your impressions, it will help make the  impression making process easier when watching the DVD a second time.

After the impressions were made, I was able to choose my nail length, smile line and nail shape. I  also had a choice of either Solid Pink or French Tip, I chose French Tip.  I mailed the impression forms back to Custom Nail Soulutions in the postage paid label which was included in the Custom Nails Impression  Kit.  Custom Nail Impressions are scanned by their state-of-the-art laser and created in their computer system.  If you ever have to replace or reorder nails, they already have your scan.  There is no need for another impression. A tracking number was sent to me as soon as my nails were shipped from their plant and I knew exactly when they were going to arrive. Everything was handled so professionally, I was very impressed.

I was very excited when my nails arrived. Each one of the nails fit exactly to the natural nail it was fit for (they are numbered as you will see when the impressions are taken).  As Custom Nail Solutions assured me “This nail product is designed specifically for  me and can’t be worn by anyone else”. “Your nail bed is as unique as your fingerprint”.  That is another reason why they are so elegant looking, they look real.  The nails also came with easy to read instructions and a complete Maintenance kit which included everything needed for the care, maintenance and removal of my new custom nails.  At their website http://www.customnailsolutions.com/ you can see the various supplies and the different kits and  prices. You can select the kit which best fits your needs and your budget.

One of the highlights for me was that I could set up my nails on the nail stand (included) and I could polish my nails thoroughly before hand. With Custom Nails, you can keep them as you ordered them or paint them with any kind of nail polish you wish. Nail Art and nail wraps can also be applied to your Custom Nails. I chose to polish them, and after 2 coats s of nail polish, I was able to let them dry thoroughly for one day before I glued the nails on.  I could never have done this at a nail salon.  I have never left a nail salon without the slightest smudge or scratch.  My new Custom Nails looked perfect and the polish was hard as a rock. Here is the astonishing news! After wearing my Custom Nails for over a week, I enjoyed them so much that I ordered a second set in a shorter size.  That is how impressed I was.  I was just as impressed with the removal of my nails.  My nails and nail beds looked great.  There was no damage which usually occurs from the drill used in salons.  I could go without my Custom Nails for a few weeks and not have my nails looking unsightly until they grew out.  I took my nails off to do some gardening and put them back on two weeks later to attend a wedding.  I also want to mention that you can use regular nail polish remover on your Custom nails and I polished them ahead of time so they were ready to wear for the wedding. It was nice to put my nails on at home and not worry about finding the time to make a nail appointment.

Custom Nails was the perfect solution to my nail dilemma.  It was easy, convenient,  extremely cost effective but most of all, my acrylic nails look fantastic, and when your nails look fantastic, you hands will look fantastic, therefore you will feel fantastic and that truly is the most important aspect of all.  Look and feel fantastic with Custom Nail Solutions.

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August 17, 2012

Clarisonic – a NEW launch & “Win It”

It’s a Glam Thing is pleased to announce the Launch of Clarisonic’s ACNE Clarifying Cleansing Set.

 

We are so excited, that one of our lucky readers will be given the chance to win a CLARISONIC ACNE CLARIFYING COLLECTION (valued at $169.00) This collection includes the Clarisonic Mia 2,  a unique cleansing system which works with the plush Acne Cleansing Brush Head to gently flush pores and remove impurities from the skin along with the CLARISONIC ACNE CLARIFYING CLEANSING SET  (valued at $47.00).

We will giving additional details on the CLARISONIC ACNE CLARIFYING COLLECTION, how it works, what it does and why you will want to win it.  Check back with us soon.

To Enter to win your personal Clarisonic Acne Clarifying Collection go to  the It’s a Glam Thing Facebook page here:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Its-A-Glam-Thing  and share with us your personal acne-related story and you will automatically be entered for a chance to win.  Your story should be approximately 75 words or less, but there is no limit to qualify to win. One entry is allowed per person.  The lucky winner will be chosen by September 30th and will be announced right here at It’s a Glam Thing.

Or…. you can enter to win by e-mailing lisa (@) itsaglamthing (dot) com and leave your story with Lisa. Use CLARISONIC  in the subject line.

Good Luck! Hope you are the lucky winner!

( POST UPDATED on 8/22/12 – ENTER TO WIN *HERE* )

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August 16, 2012

Cool Down This Summer with Sorbet Verbena by L’Occitane

L’Occitane’s  Sorbet Verbena Eau de Toilette  is my new favorite for summer.  It is bold but highly pleasing and eye opening.  The light mint touch gives you a fresh chill and then eases nicely into a cool verbena with a good dose of citrus to keep the fragrance thirst quenching.  The lime is very present in the top notes and its voice is strengthened later by the white musk and white woods. This new limited edition summer variation on their classic unisex verbena fragrance cools you down during the summer’s sticky high temperatures. Spritz as often as you like for a cool fresh feeling.

Did you know the verbena leaves are used to make refreshing and tangy sorbets in France.  Sorbet Verbena Eau de Toilette gets its inspiration from these traditional recipes and combines invigorating citrus aromas with an aromatic bouquet of mint, for an intensely refreshing summer fragrance.

Elegantly presented in a thick, glass spray bottled engraved  with a verbena leaf.  Just what I expected next in the verbena line from L’Occitane!

At http://usa.loccitane.com you will find  Sorbet Verbenia Cooling Lip Gloss and Sorbet Verbena Body Ice Gel .  You will also find fabulous gift baskets,  fragrances, bath and body and skin care products. L’Occitane’s also carries a very impressive line of mens skincare, fragrance and Bath and Body products.  Cool down this summer with L’Occitane.

  Laurie Carcieri, Guest Blogger
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