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Nation-Alist November 2015
November 4, 2015
One for the Books….
Hello everyone,
I am back and with a story to tell. October has been quite the month. I experienced some amazing highs and some shocking lows, but this month has taught me so much about my resilience and about being grateful. As most of you probably heard, I got into a major bicycle crash in my college town. Another biker head-on collided with me and I flew through the air, over the bikes and landed face-first onto the concrete unconscious. The biker who hit me ended up leaving the scene but thankfully my friend who happened to be biking past, found me on the ground and held my gushing blood face with his socks until the ambulance came. I got extremely lucky in this accident and although they suspected I could have had some severe brain damage, I made it out alive and okay (for the most part). I had stitches and some injuries that will take a while to heal but it’s already been 3 weeks and I’m feeling pretty good. This accident put everything in my life into perspective. It gave me a new found strength and I have been much more grateful recently, to simply “be alive.” Incidents like these can never be predicted or explained and you don’t ever think it will happen to you until it does. All I want to urge anyone to do is to never neglect someone they get into accident with (small or large) whether they are directly involved or just a bystander. Use your compassion to its fullest potential. I am so thankful to be okay and have such incredible family and friends who have been by my side through this traumatic experience. This is an experience I will never forget, but forever be stronger from. Like I said, “a few stitches never stopped me.” You are stronger than you think, you must believe that.
xo, Lizzy
November 3, 2015
Alicia Vikander at the 19th Annual Hollywood Film Awards
Makeup by Charlotte Tilbury
Swedish actress and on-the-rise starlet, Alicia Vikander, stunned on Sunday’s red carpet at the 19th Annual Hollywood Film Awards in Los Angeles. In a sophisticated, yet edgy black dress and makeup by Charlotte Tilbury, Alicia was picture-perfect as she accepted the Hollywood Breakout Actress Award for her role in ‘The Danish Girl.’
“Alicia wanted a contoured, sultry but modern makeup look, to go with her gorgeous leather Louis Vuitton dress. Hair was pulled back into a sleek twisted bun. The burnished deep copper shades from my Dolce Vita Eye Palette was chosen to compliment her skintone and bring out her eye colour.” – Charlotte Tilbury.
Here are a few key steps that Charlotte used to create the look:
1. To prep the skin, Charlotte applied Charlotte Tilbury Goddess Skin Clay Mask on Alicia’s face and neck for 10 minutes to tighten, smooth, hydrate and give skin an extra boost of radiance.
2. Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream was generously massaged on her face and neck to deliver the perfect amount of moisture to skin.
3. Charlotte then applied a sheer layer of Charlotte Tilbury Wonderglow all over the face. Wonderglow is a red carpet essential as it fills in wrinkles and scatters light to blur away lines and flood the skin with luminosity.
4. A combination of Charlotte Tilbury Light Wonder Youth-Boosting Perfect Skin Foundation in Shades 6 & 8 was used to even out Alicia’s complexion and give her a radiant glow.
5. Next, she used Charlotte Tilbury The Retoucher in Shades 2 & 3 for under the eyes areas, around the nose and to cover a few minor imperfections.
6. Charlotte Tilbury Airbrush Flawless Finish Powder in Shade 1 was applied under Alicia’s eyes, and Shade 2 was applied around her nose to help blur away lines and imperfections. The super luxe powder is a must-have for the red carpet because of how finely milled the powder is, giving an immaculate complexion with a bright, illuminating finish.
7. To give more dimension and contour to Alicia’s face, Charlotte applied Charlotte Tilbury Filmstar Bronze & Glow with a large brush around her jawline and forehead. The bronzer is the perfect universal blend of pearl and pigment to mimic a sun-kissed complexion.
8. To fill in and elongate Alicia’s brows, Charlotte used Charlotte Tilbury Brow Lift in Cara D.
9. Next, she applied Prime from the Charlotte Tilbury Dolce Vita Palette to the inner corners of the eye and Prime from the Vintage Vamp Palette to the entire eyelid.
10. Charlotte Tilbury Rock ‘N’ Kohl in Barbarella Brown was used to line the top lid into a feline flick. Charlotte finished the eyes with two coats of Charlotte Tilbury Full Fat Lashes on top and bottom lashes.
11. Charlotte prepped Alicia’s lips with Charlotte Tilbury Lip Magic, then applied Matte Revolution in Walk of Shame for the perfect pout.
November 3, 2015
Fashionably Fit
I know that being fit is important, just getting active and moving is key. Having a device that helps track your activity has been a big part of getting people moving and being active. However, to be perfectly honest, whenever I get dressed up to go to a function or even the movies with my honey, I don’t wear my Fitbit because it doesn’t go with my outfit. Yeah, I am a girl, and I want to look nice when I go out on date night. But we all know that when you do go out you do a lot of walking and dancing that you can’t even track. Well now you can! Thank you FUNKtional Wearables for blinging out my Fitbit! I no longer have any excuses not to wear my Fitbit. FUNKtional Wearables are fabulous! Cynthia Blais has developed beautifully designed bracelets that you can wear with Fitbit, UP, and Garmin Vivofit. You no longer have to choose between fashion and fit. You can track your activity all while looking fashionable.
There are many different styles and sizes you can choose from just for you. Stay fit, stay fashionable and get your FUNKtional Wearables at www.Funktionalwearables.com.
November 3, 2015
Caregiver Appreciation Event at Adam Broderick Salon & Spa In honor of National Family Caregiver Month
Renowned salon offering complementary services for caregivers on November 6th, 2015
Ridgefield, CT (October 2015) – In honor of National Family Caregiver and Alzheimer’s Disease Awareness Month in November, Adam Broderick Salon & Spa has teamed up with the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter for its third annual Caregiver Appreciation Event. The salon will provide complementary beauty pampering and grooming services for caregivers to those who are affected by Alzheimer’s and other dementias. In the state of Connecticut, there are over 177,000 caregivers who are friends and family providing over 201 million unpaid hours of care that are valued at $2.5 billion.
Adam Broderick Salon & Spa will have estheticians, massage therapists, stylists, nail technicians and makeup specialists available for complementary consultations on November 6th, 2015 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm. In addition to the consultations, complementary services are available for fun purple hair extensions, beard or facial hair trimming for men, chair massages, ab private sunless tanning, light makeup applications, and nail lacquer applications.
An array of accessories from the ab beauty boutique will also be available for purchase in many colors, including purple. With every purchase of merchandise or gift cards, Adam Broderick Salon & Spa will donate a percentage back to the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter.
The event will take place on November 6th, 2015 from 6:30 to 8:30 pm at Adam Broderick Salon & Spa, a newly redesigned and renovated salon and spa located at 89 Danbury Road in Ridgefield, Connecticut.
About Adam Broderick Salon & Spa
Adam Broderick Salon & Spa is an award winning salon and day spa with two locations, one in Ridgefield, and the other in Southbury, CT that attracts clients from around the state of Connecticut, as well as New York. The salons and spa combine the best of urban chic with the convenience of a suburban lifestyle. A highly sought after motivational speaker and consultant, Adam Broderick is at the helm of both locations with his team of top colorists, stylists, estheticians and nail and spa therapists, along with a management team that works together to create a premier experience for every client.
Beauty brands partners include Bumble & Bumble, Kerastase, Oribe, T3 Tools, Nars, Clarins, Baxter of California, Eminence, Environ, Kiehl’s, Kneipp, Natura Bisse, Obagi, Skinceuticals and Somme Institute. Fashion brand partners include selects styles from Gucci, Marc Jacobs and Balenciaga Eyewear, Missoni, Botkier, Linnea Pelle and Annabel Ingall.
The Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter
The Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter estimates there are more than 73,000 people in Connecticut with Alzheimer’s disease and a growing population of early onset Alzheimer’s in the state. There are 177,000 caregivers who provide more than 200,000 hours of unpaid care each year to family, friends and colleagues. Alzheimer’s disease is the 6th leading cause of death and the only one of the top ten that has no way to be slowed, stopped or prevented. There is no cure. The Alzheimer’s Association offers care and support through the 24/7 Helpline, support groups, care consultations and community education. To find out more contact the Alzheimer’s Association Connecticut Chapter at 860-828-2828 or visitalz.org/ct.
Alzheimer’s Association
The Alzheimer’s Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support and research. It is the largest nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research. The Association’s mission is to eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health. Its vision is a world without Alzheimer’s.
November 3, 2015
CARMA LABORATORIES TEAMS UP WITH THE GREEN BAY PACKERS….
Carmex® Scores Multi-Year Partnership at the “Frozen Tundra!”
Franklin, WI – October 30, 2015 – Carma Laboratories, Inc., the manufacturer of Carmex® Lip Balm and Carmex® Cold Sore Treatment today announced the beginning of a multi-year partnership with the Green Bay Packers. This new relationship brings together two strong Wisconsin businesses and officially identifies Carmex® as a trusted partner of the Green Bay Packers.
“We are excited to team up with the Green Bay Packers,” stated Jona Mancuso, Marketing Director for the Carmex® brand. “This is an incredible opportunity to connect Carmex with dedicated football fans across the nation. Football is one of the most popular sports in North America and our partnership with the Packers makes perfect sense as we continue to grow together. Also, given the cold weather conditions at Green Bay’s Lambeau Field, Carmex® products are perfect to have on hand to help relieve dry, chapped lips.”
In support of the partnership, Carmex® will help create fun and memorable fan experiences at three home games with a tent sent up offering Carmex giveaway items and a special appearance by the Carmex Mascot. Fans can also enter into the #CarmexSuperfan social media promotion by uploading a picture to Facebook, Instagram or Twitter that illustrates how their favorite Carmex® product helps them get ready for the big game.
Throughout the #CarmexSuperFan campaign, five winners will be selected randomly each week. Each weekly winner will receive a prize pack consisting of Carmex® lip balm products and a variety of Carmex® branded merchandise. At the end of the promotion, one photo will be selected as the Ultimate #CarmexSuperfan based on originality, quality, and brand appeal. The Ultimate #CarmexSuperfan will receive a $500 American Express gift card. All eligible photo entries submitted over the course of the promotion are automatically entered into the Ultimate #CarmexSuperfan photo contest.
Carmex® is accepting #CarmexSuperfan entries until November 22nd, 2015. To enter via Facebook, visit the Carmex Facebook page, click on the “photo contest” tab and click “submit an entry.” To enter via Instagram or Twitter, make sure your profile is public, and post an eligible photo to your page with the hashtags #CarmexSuperfan and #Contest.
In addition to media, on-site activation, branding and hospitality at Lambeau Field, Carmex® and the Green Bay Packers will be working closely together to implement various promotional efforts over the course of the partnership. For more information, please visit: www.mycarmex.com
About Carmex® and Carma Laboratories, Inc.:
For more than 79 years, Franklin, Wisconsin-based Carma Laboratories, Inc., has manufactured Carmex® brand lip balms. Carma Laboratories, Inc. is a family owned and operated business that was founded in 1937 by Alfred Woelbing, the inventor of Carmex® lip balm. Today, the company continues to produce its original lip care formula in its trademark jars, and has expanded the line to include flavored lip balms, ultra hydrating lip care formulas and soothing skin care products. The carefully crafted lip balm has been #1 pharmacist-recommended for 17 years in a row*. For more information, visit www.mycarmex.com.
November 2, 2015
Winter is coming – remember to winterize your hair!
Pura d’or Healing Conditioner
Hat hair, static electricity, split ends, dry strands! No one wants bad hair for an entire season. Stop the damage before it starts with Pura d’or Pure and Organic Hair Care products like their Healing Conditioner. Pura d’or products are now available at select Target stores and Target.com or order at purador.com .
October 31, 2015
Casa Mondaca Holiday Gift Guide
Here are a couple of holiday gifts that were featured:
Purchase at casamoncada.com or websites below
Apothederm in Casa Moncada Holiday Gift Guide
and
Pura d’or in Casa Mondaca Holiday Gift Guide
October 30, 2015
ROCKSTAR White is featured in Beauty Store Business
Beauty Store Business magazine, November 2015
October 30, 2015
Apothederm Skin Care supports sustainability & animal well-being
Apothederm Donates Tradeshow Furniture to Heaven Can Wait Animal Society
Helix BioMedix, Inc. (HXBM.PK), a dermatology biotech focusing on peptide research and dedicated to bringing to consumers the latest in skin care science with their Apothederm® line of products, is proud to announce their donation to Heaven Can Wait Animal Society (https://www.hcws.org/).
In a new program emphasizing lowering the company’s carbon foot print and promoting sustainability by repurposing items, furnishings were purchased locally for the Apothederm exhibit at the International Spa Association (ISPA), held October 19th -21st in Las Vegas, NV. The company also sought out a local non-profit for donation of the gently used furniture and decor after the tradeshow to help reduce shipping fuel consumption. In supporting Apothederm’s commitment to animal health and well-being, Heaven Can Wait Animal Society was selected based on their philosophy of caring for unwanted dogs and cats until they can find new homes for them and for promoting spaying and neutering to help with animal overpopulation.
Heaven Can Wait regularly holds garage sales to sell donated books, furniture, electronics, jewelry and home decor in an effort to help provide funding for their organization’s needs. Following the
tradeshow the company delivered the furniture to Heaven Can Wait for them to use on site and in their yard sales fundraising efforts.
“We are committed to finding creative ways of reducing our impact on the environment. This really was a very positive experience for us – we made a high impact impression at ISPA and our donation helps the Heaven Can Wait Animal Society with the amazing work they are doing for the animal community in Las Vegas,” said Robin Carmichael, President & COO of Helix BioMedix, Inc.
Heaven Can Wait Animal Society yard sales take place at 6360 Annie Oakley Drive, Las Vegas, NV 89120 every Friday and Saturday from 9am to 2pm. For more information, please email garagesales@hcws.org.
About Apothederm Skin Care by Helix BioMedix, Inc.
Backed by 20 years of research and development in the skin science, Helix BioMedix has discovered and patented over 100,000 peptide sequences. The Company’s SmartPeptides® Biotechnology is based on the skin’s own natural protect and restore functions. The Apothederm skin care line includes products for anti-aging, acne, skin brightening and stretch marks and offers solutions for skin problems, such fine lines and wrinkles, loss of elasticity, firmness and definition and uneven and dull skin tone.
www.helixbiomedix.com & www.apothederm.com
About Heaven Can Wait Animal Society
Heaven Can Wait Animal Society, a non-profit 501 (c)(3) animal humane organization, was formed in 2000 by a group of 5 concerned citizens with the idea of building a beautiful 20 acre sanctuary to house all of the unwanted animals in our community. In the meantime, though, animals were and still are dying at rate of around 30,000 per year in our local shelters with even more just dying in the streets. Therefore, we decided to refocus our efforts slightly away from rescue and more toward promoting spay/neuter as the solution to the tragic pet overpopulation problem here in Las Vegas. www.hcws.org