July 31, 2014

Introducing Avon ANEW Clinical Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector… See your Dark Circles Virtually Vanish !

The newest innovation from Avon is here!! Avon ANEW Clinical Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector will not only brighten your day, but visibly “brighten” those under-eye dark shadows and circles!
Their amazing technology and delivery system will target, smooth, and gently apply this lightweight treatment right where it needs to be…under your eye area! The instant gratification of “brightening” effects will even get better over time, and improve that dark shadowed look! Read more about this amazing product below!

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The Breakthrough: Instantly transform your eye area to banish the look of dark circles. The scientists at Avon have developed the Avon ANEW Clinical Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector to help brighten the look of dark circles. A lightweight formula that visibly brightens under-eye shadows, the ANEW Clinical Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector is a game-changing powerful new eye treatment that offers both instant brightening effects and improvement in the look of dark circles over time. The potent corrector is so effective, it’s clinically shown to improve dark circles by 31% while reducing the look of dark circles by one grade. It visibly brightens even the darkest under eye shadows.

The Backstory: Women’s #1 eye concern are dark circles. To help the look of dark circles virtually vanish, Avon ANEW Clinical Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector brightens the look of dark circles, visibly reducing under-eye shadows while also smoothing the texture of the eye area. The advanced custom flexible applicator tip glides treatment onto the skin for comfortable, precise application, visibly transforming the eye area instantly through self-adjusting sheer optics that illuminate eyes. Over time, the powerful Shadow Erase Complex fights the look of dark circles in an effective way. In fact, 93% of women saw the look of dark circles dramatically reduced.

The Technology: ANEW Clinical Absolute Even Dark Circle Corrector is formulated with innovative Shadow Erase Complex Technology and includes ingredients like Kudzu Root Extract and Fennel Fruit Extract. The formula is designed to visibly brighten dark circles and smooth uneven texture.

The formula further brightens under eye shadows with self-adjusting sheer optics that are designed to instantly match different skin tones to blend in seamlessly and illuminate the eyes!

The Results**
Instantly, dark circles appear brighter.
In 2 weeks, dramatically reduces the look of dark circles.
In 4 weeks, even the look of serious dark circles seems to visibly disappear.

PRICE: $34

AVAILABLE: July 2014

WHERE TO BUY: Available exclusively through Avon Representatives.
To locate an Avon Representative call: 1-800-FOR-AVON or visit www.avon.com.

*Based on those who expressed an opinion in a consumer perception study.
**Based on a consumer perception study.

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(Quoted or Paraphrased information in this PR-Article was obtained from provided Avon PR-Fact Sheets)

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July 28, 2014

Beauty and Sleep

When it comes to beauty, sometimes it pays to listen to tried and true wisdom. I’m talking about the importance of sleep. I cannot overemphasize the importance of getting a good night’s rest. Even though it may be obvious, many people don’t realize that sleep helps to regulate cellular respiration so that your metabolism is functioning at its maximum potential. Getting a good night’s sleep can help regulate/maintain your weight while keep you looking youthful. When you don’t get enough sleep, it affects hormones that regulate your hunger and appetite, making you more prone to overeating. Therefore, not getting enough sleep can actually make you heavier. Sleep also improves your overall health and emotional stability, giving you the ability and confidence to pursue your fitness goals. This has been scientifically proven. The amount of sleep you need is different depending on each person. This could be between 6 to 9 hours. Also, going to bed early can be a very good thing. so be sure and get an adequate amount of Z’s every single night!donnainbedwithwonderwoman

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July 28, 2014

Tips On Choosing The Right Nutrition For Your Kids At Restaurants

Dr. Joy Dubost is crazy about nutrition. She has her PhD in Food Science, she’s a Registered Dietitian and a Certified Specialist in Sports Nutrition. She owns Dubost Food & Nutrition Solutions, LLC. and is currently the National media spokesperson for the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics (www.eatright.org) and serves on the nutrition division leadership team for the Institute of Food Technologists (www.ift.org)

Dr. Joy Dubost

Dr. Joy Dubost

With more than 15 years of experience, Dr. Dubost has worked in the areas of clinical nutrition, research, public health intervention, education and communications. She owns Dubost Food & Nutrition Solutions, LLC. which specializes in scientific advising, education, and communications. She also serves as Senior Director of Nutrition at the National Restaurant Association where she was responsible for the development and implementation of the award winning, nationally recognized healthy children’s dining program called Kids LiveWell. Through this she has worked on the Let’s Move! initiative to assist both the public and private sectors in addressing obesity.

Every parent wants to raise healthy and happy children. A big part of that equation is making sure kids eat a balanced diet filled with nutritious food. Health and nutrition continue to be top of mind for families when they dine out. Based on recent research, more than seven out of 10 consumers say they are more likely to visit a restaurant that offers healthful options.

Dr. Joy Dubost is nationally known for her work in nutrition and is here to cut through the noise for parents across the country. Kids LiveWell initiative is a program that aims to help parents make healthful choices for their kids when eating out at restaurants.

In this video Dr. Joy Dubost provides parents with information on how make healthful eating decisions on the go and how to decipher menus to find the healthiest options.
For more information about Kids LiveWell, please visit: www.healthydiningfinder.com/kids_livewell/You can also find her on twitter @joyofnutrition

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July 26, 2014

The Villages Salon Professional Academy: Where It All Began

With this blog I will be going in a different direction. This is not a product review but a school review! My beauty school, The Salon Professional Academy in The Villages, FL, to be exact the place where this all started. I was asked to be a guest judge at The Decades of Fashion Scholarship Fashion Show on Thursday July 24. The minute I stepped back into my school I felt like I was home. 4 years ago I spent my days in there learning and yearning for more. It was there I became passionate about all things beauty and here it is 4 years later I am taking my passion to the next level, at It’s A Glam Thing, with my blogging, YouTube reviews and T.V. appearances. Even though I didn’t believe my educators at the time, licensed hairstylists can really do more than just have a license and stand behind the chair.

Students and their models

Students and their models

While at the show I got to judge the students on their presentation of the decades they were given. Starting in the 1940s to the present day, each student was graded on hair, makeup, clothes, and even the stage prop their models held while showcasing the decade. Even though they were all good, many really blew me away. Many times I had to remind myself they were students because many of the looks looked like they had been done by someone with 20 years in the industry. The three winners were Antoinette Bradley who won 1st place with her “USO Girl” of the 1940s, Dessiree Figueroa in 2nd place with her 1980s “Cyndi Lauper”, and Sabrina Langston in 3rd place with her “Disco Diva” of the 1970s. These three girls were awarded with scholarships towards their tuition. My two other fellow judges were stylist and Salon Jaylee Southern Trace owner Lindsey Glen who also is the proTENAJ Artistic Director, TECH Artist for Kerastase, stylist, host on FOX Good Day Orlando and TSPA alumni Erin Mills.

1st Place-1940s Student-Antoinette Bradley

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Student-Antoinette Bradley

2nd Place- 1980s Student-Dessiree Figueroa

2nd Place- 1980s
Student-Dessiree Figueroa

3rd Place- 1970s Student- Sabrina Langston

3rd Place- 1970s
Student- Sabrina Langston

After the show Erin and I were asked to speak to the students about our journey through the industry such as our ups and downs and to just be a positive reinforcement for the students. I really enjoyed getting to tell the students how my first year in the industry was definitely an eye opener. I told my story of the day I met Lisa Cocuzza and that changed my life all from standing behind the chair. When I said that my career in blogging and T.V. started just from being behind the chair I could tell that inspired many of them. It also showed them that you don’t just have to stand behind the chair everyday in this industry. There are so many avenues you can take. I also realized that being a positive reinforcement for many of them is another thing I am very passionate about.
I know this may sound crazy but being back inside the walls of TSPA I found the Annie that for a while there, faded away. She’s back and is not leaving again. So are you ready for a career in this awesome industry? Do you want to become someone who people love and adore every single day? Then you need The Villages Salon Professional Academy. They will help you become a top 20 and once you do that you will always be grateful. Be sure to visit them at www.thevillagestspa.com and start your career now!

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July 26, 2014

Learn how to create “The Office Look” hair style in six easy steps from Butterfly Studio Salon stylist, Jason J. Dougherty!

Summer is in full swing, and we’re constantly thinking about ways to stay cool. Hair issues like frizziness and dryness are among the hair challenges that we are constantly combating during these hot, humid days! Luckily, Jason J. Dougherty, Butterfly Studio Salon stylist breaks down a super-chic, frizz-fighting braid that will take you from the office to happy hour, and will even withstand the long, sweaty commute all the way home!

The Office Look:
“This chic work look is a variation of the Milkmaid Braid. By placing the braids on the bottom, they sport a polished look that is ideal for any professional woman. Instead of bringing the braid to the crown, I took two very large sections of french braids and crossed them before pinning up. Add in some texture for softness and allow pieces to fall around the face for an ultra-effortless look.” – Jason J. Dougherty, Butterfly Studio Salon stylist

How to create The Office Look:
1. Comb the hair and work out all tangles.
2. Apply a light oil like Oribe Gold Lust Hair Oil and work through the ends.
3. Create a center part and bring it all the way down to the back. Divide hair in two sections.
4. Place a smoothing balm such as Shu Uemura’s Touch of Gloss on the roots and work into the crown.
5. Comb hair nice and taught and begin a thick French Braid on one side of the head. Place elastic rubber band to hold ends. Repeat on other side.
6. Bring one braid up and anchor to head with bobby pins. Repeat on the other side.

Pictorial fashioning of The Office Look:
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"The Office Look" by Butterfly Studio Salon Stylist : Jason J. Dougherty

The Office Look by Butterfly Studio Salon Stylist:
Jason J. Dougherty

(Quoted or Paraphrased information in this PR-Article was obtained from a provided PR-Fact Sheet.)

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July 26, 2014

Alternate Your Style With The American Crew Alternator

American Crew’s main target is men but sometimes us women may want to use them as well. Made with polymer based technology, The Alternator gives you a strong/ but flexible hold all day long! Below I have posted my point of view on their product: The Alternator.

Watch the review here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bfjVnG0y__A

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July 26, 2014

Relax and Re-Energize with Aqua Spa

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Looking for products that will keep skin glowing, young, and healthy? Then you will love the Aqua Spa Body Crème, Body Cleanser, Bath soak. and Bath Oil.  All four of these products are infused with a variety of ingredients that will keep skin looking young and healthy. A few of these ingredients include Silicon, Zinc, Copper, Magnesium, Iron, and Polypeptides. They all work together to keep your skin in tip top condition by enhancing skin elasticity, increasing the level of collagen in the skin, stimulating cell turnover, strengthening the skin as well as giving a healthy glow, and increasing moisture. With these products, the long lasting fresh smell is such a bonus. But the scent isn’t just there to make you smell nice; each smell has a purpose. The Body cleaner has a mixture of ginger and citrus that is used to energize and sharpen senses. The Body Crème and Bath soak both have the scent of eucalyptus and Mint. Eucalyptus has healing properties and can be used to treat acne, wounds, and keep skin feeling smooth. And on top of this, both of these these ingredients are commonly used in aromatherapy to promote relaxation and open up airways to make you breathe with more ease. Aqua Spa products are also Paraben Free, so if you want healthy, clean, and fresh smelling skin, I highly suggest you give Aqua Spa products a try!

Besides Aqua Spa Sooth Collection of eucalyptus & mint you can also choose Aqua Spa  Energize Collection Citrus and Ginger and Aqua Spa Relax Collection of Lavender and Chamomile. The colection can be found at Walmart and at their website aquaspabath.com

Rachael Murray, Guest Blogger

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July 24, 2014

Add Temporary Colorful Fun to Your Hair with Scunci Hair Chalk

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They say the bolder the hair, the brighter the personality. From Kylie to Katy and now Nicole, this year be a color chameleon and opt for a gorgeous and daring look!

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If you’re not ready for the color commitment, try the super quick, fun and affordable Hair Chalk Kit from Scunci, an It’s a Glam Thing favorite.

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Scunci Hair Chalk Kit

So easy to use! Just glide color onto hair with the tool that works just like a straightener. Change colors in seconds as it works on all hair types and is completely non-permanent!

You can purchase Scunci Hair Chalk Kit at   and walmart.com and  drugstore.com

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July 24, 2014

Mally Beauty is offering 25% off of their Believable Bronzer for the entire month of July!

MallyBeauty.com is offering 25% off of their Believable Bronzer for the entire month of July! What better time than now to get your hands on a one-stop professional makeup system that gives you an effortless, sun-kissed glow.

 

Mally Beauty

Mally Beauty

 

Mally Beauty Believable Bronzer (retails for: $49.50, now: $37.13): The secret is in using these three powders to achieve that glow-from-within look–a tanning powder for all over color, a shimmer to highlight, and a beautiful sun-kissed shade that’s designed to make your cheeks glow. Unlike traditional bronzers, there is no shimmer in Mally Beauty’s bronzer formula. Instead, the bronzer works in tandem with a warm blush and a sheer shimmer. This allows you to apply color and highlights specific areas of your face, as the sun naturally does, instead of all over. Shades are available in Lighter and Deeper.

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July 24, 2014

Jenny Balding’s Takes on the Classic Ponytail Style

Everyone loves a ponytail as it’s a timeless style for women of all ages. We see them everywhere – from work to play, runways to red carpets, ponytails are here to stay! Cutler/Redken Stylist Jenny Balding provides ponytail how-to’s on a few of her favorites so you can update your ponytail style:

“Ponytails are a staple whether your hair is shorter or really long, there is a look for everyone one.”

Short, Low Ponytail

With so many people chopping their long locks into textured shoulder length or above, bobs this year, the short low ponytail is a fashion staple.
•Start with ‘lived-in’ hair as this will give you better control of your hair. You can add some texture powder or dry shampoo to create volume and texture to your hair so it doesn’t look so flat to your head.
•Create a low side or center part and gather tight into the nape. The key here is to keep it really low to be effective.
•Let some stray pieces fall gently around your face or keep it smooth and sleek.

Bubbles in the tail

Bubble Ponytail

Bubble Ponytail

For different take on your usual ponytail, why not create small bubbles in the tail? You can go with a really high ponytail like Blake Lively at the Met Gala or really low at the nape seen at Valentino this season in Paris.
•High ponytail
◦Smooth into a really high ponytail just under the crown or wherever most suite your profile. Make sure you secure tightly to keep it anchored and not loosen over time.
◦Brush your ponytail so it creates a smooth surface on top but then back brush the underneath of the tail to create a puffy texture! Then slightly smooth again to finish.
◦Using a small band to tie, create small bubbles all the way down to create your look as desired.
•For low ponytail
◦Start with either a low side or center part and smooth into really low ponytail at the nape. Again, secure tightly as this is your anchor.
◦Same as above to create tail.

Textured ponytail

Sam Villa crimping Iron

Sam Villa crimping Iron

As seen at Chanel FW14, low ponytails were as ever popular but with a twist. Crimping the tail and adding accessories to make a statement.
•Start with day two hair as you want to have a little texture to the hair. Again, add dry shampoo or texture powder for extra grip.
•Smooth into very low ponytail at the nape. Attach securely.
•Section the tail into sections and mist each section with a light hairspray to give it some hold. Then use the crimping iron from the base and work your way down.
•Repeat all the way through.
•Brush lightly to achieve desired effect.
•Mini crimpers give a really different, modern feel! Sam Villa texture irons are amazing.

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