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March 5, 2013
Help Create The Thymes Classics Collection
In lieu of discontinued fan favorites, Thymes will be creating a Classics Collection that will include suggestions from consumers. Help Thymes create this collection by entering the Create The Thymes Classics Collection contest.
Contest Instructions:
Tell Thymes which classic fragrances they should bring back and why. Thymes will take all stories into consideration and even give three entry winners a prize!
Prize Details:
Three entries will be randomly drawn to win a $100 gift card to Thymes.com
Contest Starts
February 26, 2013
Contest Ends
March 18, 2013
March 5, 2013
Keep Winter Dryness at Bay With Burt’s Bees NEW Ultimate Care
For years, Burt’s Bees Skin Care products have been a staple in my house. Burt’s Bees Body Lotions and Lip Balms never let us down during the cold winter months which often left our skin dry and lips chapped. We could always count on Burt’s Bees to put and end to our uncomfortable itchy dry skin. If you are enjoying Burt’s Bees products now, you will love their NEW Ultimate Care Hand Cream and Ultimate Care Hand Lotion.
Burt’s Bees Ultimate Hand Cream was formulated to treat extremely dry skin. With a combination of Baobab Oil, Watermelon Seed Oil and a gently exfoliating natural fruit acid complex, this Ultimate Care Hand Cream is sure to keep your hands feeling soft and smooth throughout the day. I love the fact that it is non-greasy and absorbs quickly.
Burt’s Bees not only has your hands covered, but your entire body will be covered with their Ultimate Care Body Lotion. This body lotion has worked wondered for me and I especially like how my arms and legs feel after several applications. Ultimate Care Body Lotion also contains pumpkin seed oil and Calming green tea extract, which will supply all the moisture and hydration your skin needs during the dry season. Your skin will feel soft and smooth all day long without irrations, how wonderful does that sound?
According to Burt’s Bees, both Ultimate Care Hand Cream and Ultimate Care Body Cream, “Comforts skin with help from Baobab Oil, Pumpkin Seed Oil and Green Tea Extract”. These products contain no added fragrance, is a non-greasy formula that absorbs quickly and is Dermatologist Tested and Hypoallergenic.
You can have the softest skin not only in the cold dry months but year round with Burt’s Bees Ultimate Care.
March 4, 2013
If Shaving is a Project, Try Project Fig
As most of us know, shaving can be an uncomfortable process, especially for those who have sensitive skin. I have found a wonderful shaving product that I want to share with you called Project Fig. As stated by Project Fig, “Whether you shave or wax, our goal is to provide you with the right education and products for beautiful, healthy skin and longer lasting smoothness. We recognize that skincare for your intimate area should be approached very much like skincare for your face. With this in mind, we have created the FIG Zones: four intimate grooming areas, each with their own specific skincare needs.” You will find all the information you need to know about the 4 fig zones at http://www.projectfig.com/pages/fig-101. Project Fig’s goal is to eliminate razor burn, irritation, ingrown hair, itchy regrowth and harsh chemicals.
Project Fig was created by Sue Madigan and through her own frustrations with shaving, developed this extremely effective product. You can read Sue’s personal story at http://www.projectfig.com/pages/about-us
I thought I would start out by trying Project Fig Shave Gel and loved it at first touch. It is a silky smooth shave gel that is designed to soften and lift hair for the closest, smoothest, least irritating shave possible. Project Fig Shave Gel contains Sodium N-Cocoyl-L-Glutamate, a mild amino acid based cleansing and foaming agent. This shave gel will improve your skin and hair softness, while helping to maintain healthy pH levels in sensitive areas.
Following Project Fig Shave Gel, it is important to apply Project Fig Soothing Serum to the newly shaved skin. This Soothing Serum contains natural ingredients like papaya extract and willow bark which help ease irritation and will help prevent ingrown hair.
Project Fig’s Exfoliater is the third key for achieving maximun shaving results. This Exfoliater eliminates dead sin cells and keeps pores clean, which helps prevent ingrown hairs caused from shaving or waxing. Project Fig Efoliater is gentle enough to use on your entire body. Project Fig recommends using the Exfoliater a day before your intimate grooming.
Project Fig’s Hair inhibitor is the last key to shaving perfection. The Hair Inhibitor is important because its goal is to give you finer, sparser-looking regrowth while leaving your intimate shaved areas feeling smoother, longer. The key ingredients in the Hair Inhibitor is Capislow and IBR-Dormin which, as stated by Project Fig is “clinically proven to slow two distinct phases of hair regrowth”.
A great way to try all 4 Project Fig Shaving products is to purchase the Weekender Kit. It not only is the perfect kit to take with you on weekend getaways, but it contains all four products in convenient travel sizes.
The Weekender kit includes: Shave Gel 2 fl oz., Soothing Serum .5 fl oz., Hair Inhibitor .5 fl oz., and Exfoliant 2 fl oz.
Project Fig Shave Gel, Smoothing Serum, Hair Inhibitor and Exfoliant are premium natural, facial-quality, and pH balanced products. They are also cruelty and vegan free and do not contain colorants, fragrances, parabens, phthalates, or gluten.
View the complete Project Fig shaving line at http://www.projectfig.com.
March 1, 2013
It’s a Honey of a Humidifier…It’s a Honeywell
This winter has truly been a cold one. Much to our dismay, the cold weather has brought dry air into our home which can be extremely problematic for the skin. My husband and I are not enjoying our dry and itchy skin, and this is mostly caused by the drop in humidity levels, leaving us with very dry air. I am pleased to report that after doing a little research, we are now the proud owners of a Honeywell Germ-Free Cool Mist Humidifier (HCM-350).
Our new Honeywell is working so well for us, that my husband is snoring less and I am waking up in the morning feeling refreshed and not feeling like my skin is going to crack. Not only will this humidifier help with dry skin but the American Academy of Dermatology recommends running a humidifier to prevent chapped lips as well.
As you can see, our Honeywell Germ-Free Cool Mist Humidifier (HCM-350) looks terrific and it is so easy to use and care for. We haven’t gone to bed one night so far without turning it on. This humidifier will also help us during the summer months when air conditioning can cause the same type of dry air, so we definitely picked a winner with the Honeywell.
The Honeywell Germ-Free Cool Mist Humidifier (HCM-350) has some special features which helped us choose this new model:
The QuietCare technology, delivers fresh, cool moisture and is up to 25% quieter than other evaporative humidifiers.
The humidifier is also designed to kill up to 99.9% of bacteria, mold, fungus and viruses that can exist in the tap water you use to fill the unit.
The Honeywell runs 24 hours on one filling and the water tank is break resistant and dishwasher safe. It also has an antimicrobial treated filter – HAC-504AW & automatic moisture balance system.
We found that the Honeywell Germ-Free Cool Mist Humidifier (HCM-350) will run for 24 hours on one fill-up, has 3 speeds and is perfect for a medium sized room.
If the cold weather is making you feel itchy, scaly and chapped, then I suggest a Honeywell Germ-Free Cool Mist Humidifier (HCM-350) immediately. Visit http://www.honeywellcomfort.com today.
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February 28, 2013
Celebrity Eye Brow Stylist Joey Healy’s Hits and Misses on Oscar Night
A-list actresses glammed up the Oscars red carpet on Sunday. Not only were their designer dresses the talk of the evening, but the stand out trend was beautiful brows. While some made the mark, others missed the cut. Celebrity brow stylist and Brow Police Joey Healy selects the hits and misses and reveals how to get these gorgeous looks.
HITS
ANNE HATHAWAY: I dreamed a dream of perfect eyebrows! The Les Miserables starlet and winner for Best Supporting Actress dazzled the red carpet with bold, brunette brows which worked perfectly to balance her short pixie cut. I would have loved to see her sweep those bangs aside even more, to really showcase her flawless, bold brows.
Get the look with The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection: Brow Architect Stylo in Molasses | Brow Structure Clear Set http://joeyhealy.com
ADELE: Adele’s brows definitely made the Skyfall (in a good way)! Winner for Best Original Song’s brow color perfectly complimented her sandy blonde locks and her beauty look is all about the eyes. I love this soft, yet finished brow to complete her look, it says “glamour” all the way.
Get the look with The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection: Brow Architect Stylo in Wicker http://joeyhealy.com
CHARLIZE THERON: With Charlize Theron’s newly cropped coif, there was no hiding those brows. She set her own trend for the evening, stepping away from thick, bushy brows, and went for a streamlined, elegant arch that work flawlessly with her bone structure. The ashy, taupe tone of her brows, really brings out the emerald green in her eyes
Get the look with The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection: Luxe Brow Powder in Corduroy | Duo Brow Brush | Elite Sculpting Tweezer http://joeyhealy.com
KERRY WASHINGTON: Kerry Washington wowed the crowd with her luscious, thick brows. This Django Unchained actress looks like she just stepped off the New York Fashion Week runway. For someone with a prominent mouth, high cheek bones and large eyes, her brows harmoniously balanced the rest of her features. Her eyebrows play into her youthful appearance and enhance her fresh-faced look.
Get the look with The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection: Brow Architect Stylo in Molasses |Brow Structure Clear Set http://joeyhealy.com
MISSES
JESSICA CHASTAIN Jessica Chastain’s role in Zero Dark Thirty was all about the search, yet the search is still on for her eyebrows. To balance out her bold lip color, she needed a bold brow to keep her face in high/low proportion. She missed the mark on achieving a polished brow look and should have opted for a soft cinnamon powder.
For better brows, Joey Healy suggests The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection:Luxe Brow Powder in Equestrian | Duo Brow Brush http://joeyhealy.com
JENNIFER LAWRENCE: Oscar golden girl and Best Actress winner, Jennifer Lawrence looked like Hollywood royalty, although her brows were not the stars of her beauty look. While her Oscar nominated role was bold and daring, her brows did not follow the Playbook. Whisper light and thin, her eyebrows are not up to my standards of perfection.
For better brows, Joey Healy suggests The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection:Brow Architect Stylo in Wicker http://joeyhealy.com
JENNIFER GARNER: Jennifer Garner showed support for hubby Ben Affleck on the red carpet, but her brows did not glam up her look. Jennifer’s eyebrows would benefit from being darker, especially with her light, airy makeup. Her shape is on-point, but the resulting brow looks patchy and sparse.
For better brows, Joey Healy suggests The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection:Luxe Brow Powder in Tobacco | Duo Brow Brush http://joeyhealy.com
AMANDA SEYFRIED: Amanda Seyfried’s brows are so Miserables. The awkward, brassy tone is too light and looks disjointed from her hair color. A triumphant start to her shape sadly fizzles to an underwhelming tail; it looks as if she may have been too tweezer happy with the ends of her eyebrows. Her disappointing beauty look was simply not red carpet worthy.
Get the look with The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection: Luxe Brow Powder in Corduroy | Duo Brow Brush | Brow Renovation Serum http://joeyhealy.com
February 26, 2013
Angelo David Shined on the Red Carpet
Angelo David had the Hollywood Stars shining on the Red Carpet at this weeks Oscars. Before I share with you photos of the stars and their spectacular look, let me tell you of my experience with a few of my favorite products from the Angelo David Hair Care Line. Zero Frizz Control should be a staple in everyone’s hair care arsenal. It’s a fast-drying hair cream that “calms unruly strands, while taming frizzies and flyaways”. Zero Frizz control is perfect for curly hair like mine. It was created specifically for textured hair but is appropriate for all hair types. What I liked about Zero Frizz Control was that I was able to combine with another styling product. I applied Zero Frizz Control after shampooing and conditioning. My hair dried fast and I was left with silky, soft, bouncy curls that were all intact without the extra frizz. Zero Frizz Control will be great to have on hand this summer when my hair will really be out of control.
Angelo David’s New Premier Volume Spray is the perfect solution for your hair when you need a quick lift. My hair tends to flatten and with a few spritzs of Premier Volume Spray my curls were revived. Premier Volume Spray added just the right volume to my hair without creating stiffness. As stated by Angelo David, “It has a flexible-conditioning formula, combining silk and wheat proteins, panthenol and avocado, for extra strength and hydration. Evening Primrose enhances shine, while sun protectors keep color vibrant.” Angelo David products are available exclusively at Angelo David Salon and Angelo David.com $1.00 FROM EVERY PRODUCT SOLD WILL GO TO www.Lupus.org
Here is the inside scoop from Celebrity Hairstylist ANGELO DAVID himself, on “How to get the look of the best hairstyles from this years red carpet at the 2013 Oscars!
ANNE HATHAWAY
Start by applying the ANGELO DAVID FOAMING SEA SILK STYLER $21.50 on towel dried hair. Next, create a side part and begin blow drying, using your fingers for placement. Then, apply the ANGELO DAVID ZERO FRIZZ CONTROL $19.50, use your fingers sweep the hair in place. If needed, use a flatiron to smooth out the hair. Finish the look with a medium hold hairspray.
JESSICA CHASTAIN
Begin by applying the ANGELO DAVID PREMIER VOLUME SPRAY $18.50, before blowdrying your hair using your fingers volume and texture. Next, use the ANGELO DAVID LARGE ROUND BRUSH $55 to smooth out the hair. Create a deep side part, then you can begin to create your curls from midlength down, horizontally, using a 1 1/2 inch curling iron. Pin the curls and let it set for 10 minutes, allowing the hair to cool. Release the pin, break the curls with your fingers then set hair to one side. Finish the look by smoothing out the waves with an ANGELODAVID MEDIUM PADDDLE BRUSH $55.00. Apply a medium hold hairspray to complete the look.
JENNIFER LAWRENCE
Start by using the ANGELO DAVID PREMIER VOLUME SPRAY $18.50 and the ANGELO DAVID FOAMING SEA SILK STYLER $21.50 to create texture. To amplify further texture to hair, create soft curls using a 1 inch barrel curling iron ,then break the curls with your fingers. Use the ANGELO DAVID LARGE PADDLE BRUSH $65 to pull the hair back into a low chignon and secure with bobby pins. Finish the look with a strong hold hairspray.
ADELE
Start by using the ANGELO DAVID PREMIER VOLUME SPRAY $18.50 to create volume to the hair. Use the ANGELO DAVID LARGE ROUND BRUSH $55 to blowdry and smooth out the hair. To create soft waves, use a 1 1/2 inch curling iron barrel to set the hair. Once hair has cooled down, use the ANGELO DAVID LARGE PADDLE BRUSH $65 to brush all the curls. To create the look, tease the back section of the hair to achieve desired height then smooth out and pull back to create a half up half down look. If needed, use a flat iron to smooth out the front sections for a soft finish. Use a medium hold spray for a firm hold without the stiffness.
CHARLIZE THERON
Begin with applying the ANGELO DAVID PREMIER VOLUME SPRAY $18.50 to the roots.Using the ANGELO DAVID SMALL PADDLE BRUSH $35, create a deep side part. Use a diffuser to dry the hair, running your fingers through hair and sweeping the bangs away from your face. Finish the look with a strong hold hairspray.
REESE WITHERSPOON
Start by applying the ANGELO DAVID PREMIER VOLUME SPRAY $18.50 to your roots on wet hair. Next, use your fingers to blowdry the hair to keep its natural texture. Seth the hair a 1 1/2 inch curling iron.Pin the curls and let it set. Once the hair is cool, create your waves with the ANGELO DAVID LARGE PADDLE BRUSH $65 . Finish the look with a strong hold hairspray.
February 25, 2013
SALLY HANSEN Nail Colors Shines on the Red Carpet
SALLY HANSEN
THE ULTIMATE OSCAR WORTHY ACCESSORY
At the 85th annual Academy Awards, glamorous nails stole the spotlight. Beauties, Adele turned to celebrity manicurist, Kimmie Kyees, to complete their look. Kyees relied on color-leader Sally Hansen to create signature nail styles for this red carpet moment.
Adele, nominated for best original song, “Skyfall” from the latest James Bond picture layered Sally Hansen Insta-Dri Fast Dry Nail Color in Quick Sand under Complete Salon Manicure in Almost Almond.
February 21, 2013
Unite’s U Luxury collection is Simply Luxurious
Your Hair will look and feel luxurious after shampooing and conditioning with Unite’s newest U Luxury collection. This is an amazing collection, one that I use when I alternate between shampoos and it’s one of my favorites. U Luxury Healing Shampoo and Conditioner are the newest additions to the U Luxury collection. U Luxury Shampoo is so amazing because it is enriched with crushed pearls, Organic Hawaiian White Honey and Pure Argan Oil.
As stated by Unite http://www.uniteeurotherapy.com “Crushed Pearls has long been renowned for its healing powers and has been used in ancient medicinal treatments around the world. Rich in calcium, magnesium and amino acids, it delivers the essential minerals that nutrient-deprived hair craves”. Organic Hawaiian White Honey is rare and utterly exquisite in texture. White Honey is harvested from a single forest of Kiawe trees, and is celebrated for its intensely moisturizing benefits. We are all realizing the benefits of Argan oil. Argan oil is an oil produced from the Argania spinosa tree native to the deserts of Morocco. Argan oil is high in antioxidants and is known to be extremely beneficial in hair and skincare products.
U Luxury Shampoo will leave you hair soft and shiny and smelling fantastic. U Luxury Shampoo is sulfate and paraben free and is suitable for all hair types including color treated hair like my own. It won’t strip your hair of moisture or cause buildup and it will add volume and strength to your hair.
U Luxury Conditioner is a must after shampooing. U LUXURY conditioner is also infused with crushed Pearl, Hawaiian White Honey and Pure Argan Oil. U Luxury Conditioner also contains Shea Butter, and Apple, Orange, Lemon and Sugar Cane extracts, which seals the hair cuticle to lock in moisture. Your hair will be left looking fuller, shinier and feeling softer and smoother than ever. U Luxury sounds like the perfect hair conditioner to me. After washing my hair, I leave the conditioner on for the full 3 minutes for added softness and shine.
To learn more about U Luxury Argon Oil and U Luxury D Frizz, the other two amazing products from the U Luxury collection please visit Unitehair.com. U LUXURY Shampoo and Conditioner are available at specialty salons nationwide and at Unitehair.com.
Julianne Hough’s Golden Globe hair was styled by Riawna Capri of Nine Zero One Salon, West Hollywood. Watch as Nine Zero One’s Marissa Marino recreates the look step-by-step at http://www.uniteeurotherapy.com/
February 19, 2013
Get to the Bottom of it all with MYBOTTO
When I first saw mybotto, I could not guess in a million years what it was. When I saw how mybotto was used, I thought it was ingenious. mybotto is the name and saving money is the game. mybotto will allow you to save the “very last drop” of product that would otherwise be thrown away, and can now be captured and saved. I can not tell you how many hand lotions, cremes and hair conditioner bottles I have to constantly lean up against a wall so the contents drops down. As you know, not all bottles are designed to be flipped upside down and rest on their caps. With mybotto, your bottle is inverted to conveniently rest in the slot and your lotions, creams, shampoos, or any contents will drop down and be ready for use as soon as you need it. No more banging the bottle in your palms to get the conditioner out, all you have to do is remove the bottle from mybotto, and squeeze, that’s it.
mybotto is the perfect tool for saving lotions, cremes, shampoos, conditioners etc. You can use mybotto in any room of your home or office, and I put mine right on the shower floor. mybotto is not only used for beauty products but for any products such as glues and waxes or any products that comes in a bottle. mybotto is completely recylcleable and can hold bottles ranging from 4 ounces to 40 ounces. mybotto comes in a variety of designs and colors and you can shop for your favorites at http://www.mybotto.com
Another great idea from mybotto are the pump saver caps. The pump saver caps easily replace the pumps on your favorite brand so you can invert your bottle to capture what is left on the bottom where the pump never reaches. You can see how the pump savers actually work at http://www.mybotto.com/botto-tunity. My husband thought the pump saver caps were a great idea in case a pump on your favorite brand breaks, therefore, the caps are always great to have on hand.
Consider mybotto when you just can’t get to the last drop. http://www.mybotto.com