June 6, 2014

Fragrances Men will love this Father’s Day

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With Father’s Day right around the corner, I am constantly asked the same question, “What should we get dad for Father’s Day?”. Thankfully, my 20 year old son weighed in and mentioned two colognes he found at our local mall while Father’s Day shopping. He found a few colognes that he thought would be good choices for “Dad”. My son likes to have a say in the fragrances we buy for “Dad”, because , after all, he will most likely be using it the most. My boys are huge fans of Ralph Lauren fragrances and Polo Blue Sport is right up there as being one of there favorites. They thought this would make a great gift because of the light citrus scent of green apples, mint, mandarin, sage and ginger. It is the perfect scent for a day on the golf course, a day at the beach or right at home watching his favorite sporting event on TV.  Any man will truly love this scent and it is the perfect gift for the favorite man in your life.  My children chose this as their gift to Dad. Polo Blue Sport can be found at at FragranceNet.com.  It is available in 2.5 oz. and  4.2 oz. bottles.

 

 

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The fragrance I chose is a spectacular fragrance that I know my husband will also love, Spicebomb by Viktor & Rolf. The fragrance is very masculine and I will love this scent on him. I Know my husband will also like this fragrance because of the spicy, woody scent and is perfect fragrance for work or for a night out. Spicebomb by Victor & Rolf carries Top notes of bergamot, grapefruit, pink pepper and elemi; Middle notes of cinnamon chili pepper and saffron; Bottom notes of leather, vetiver and tobacco. This fragrance is incredible! Another attractive feature with this cologne is the design, a hand grenade bottle which I thought was really clever and it looked amazing. The fragrance has a very masculine scent, one you might find as explosive! You really have to experience this fragrance at http://www.fragrancenet.com It is available in 1.7 oz. and 3 oz. bottles.

 

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June 6, 2014

Play in the Sun with Kiss My Face Cool Sport 50

 

 

The Summer is right around the corner and soon the summer sun will be beaming down on our face and body!!! When I run, hike or bike in the summer sun I want my skin protected without the use of chemical propellants. Kiss My Face Cool Sport 50 has No Parabens, No Phthalates, No SLS, No Artificial Flavors, No Artificial Fragrances, and Not Animal Tested! Kiss My Face Cool Sport 50 with air powered spray has Antioxidant Defenders. The Antioxidants offer an additional
layer of protection to help fight free radicals and decrease the effects of sun damage and environmental pollutants.

Kiss My Face Cool Sport 50 is a blend of naturally effective ingredients with aloe vera and cucumber. The aloe vera and cucumber keeps your skin feeling cool while you play in the summer sun. The Antioxidant Defenders hydrates your skin with a blend of chamomile, Vitamins C and E. I love the fresh scent of natural coconut fragrance. It is an air powered spray, easy to use with one touch and an angle spray designed for those hard to reach places. It is fast drying so you can spray and go! Kiss My Face Cool Sport 50 is sweat and water resistant (40 minutes) and protects against UVA and UVB rays.

 

After a day in the sun, spray on Kiss My Face After Play Air Powered Moisturizer Creme to extend the life of your tan and leave your skin feeling silky soft. The soothing Natural Aloe and Coconut Water will cool your skin. It is a long lasting hydration for your sun-soaked skin!

Kiss My Face After Play Air Powered Moisturizer Creme is an after sun moisturizer which is fast absorbing and extends your tan, and is enriched with skin-nourishing antioxidants (Shea Butter, Oliver Oil and Vitamin E) along with soothing Aloe and Coconut! It contains No Parabens, No Phthalates, No Chemical Propellants, No SLS, No Gluten and No Animal Ingredients or Testing.

I feel confident in the sun….. Kiss My Face Cool Sport 50 protects me from the sun’s harmful rays and keeps me cool. Kiss My Face After Play Air Powered Moisturizer Creme nourishes
and moisturizes my skin after the sun, keeping me hydrated and cool. I love Kiss My Face products, over 25 years of great skin care. Kiss My Face ingredients come from renewable resources that are environmentally sound and many of the herbs are grown or harvested by
indigenous people, helping them preserve their way of life. They take great care in utilizing only the most potent and pure botanicals, natural vitamins, and minerals. That’s why I love Kiss My Face Cool Sport 50 and Kiss My Face After Play Air Powered Moisturizer.

 

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June 4, 2014

Monday on Studio10 Tampa Sarasota

Watch the segment and read the recipes here:annie

 

http://www.wtsp.com/story/entertainment/television/studio10/2014/05/30/summer-beauty-recipes-that-you-can-make-at-home/9773107/

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June 4, 2014

A live broadcast Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis sponsored by Pfizer Inc.

Dr. Ian K. Smith

Dr. Ian K. Smith

On May 8th, 2014, best selling author and co-host of the “Emmy Award” winning television program The Doctors, Ian Smith, M.D. headlined Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis – A Live Broadcast, sponsored by Pfizer. Joining Dr. Smith was practicing board certified, and award winning Rheumatologist, Dr. R. Elaine Lambert.

This presentation was seen LIVE via satellite in 45 markets, and offered a perfect setting to present ways for people to find an approach for living with rheumatoid arthritis, and how to go about communicating with not only their doctors in regard to their condition, but share the importance of keeping an “open” dialog with friends, family, and co-workers, as well.

A “prescription treatment” option for rheumatoid arthritis was also addressed during the presentation.

By way of this live webinar both doctors were able to reach out and bring much awareness about Rheumatoid Arthritis to a wide ranging audience .

Dr. Smith and Dr. Lambert were gracious enough to take the time to answer some questions for me to share with you in this article! Below are the questions and the doctor’s answers.

Dr. Ian Smith:

1.What is Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis – A Live Broadcast Event? How can people learn more after the event ?

“Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis – A Live Broadcast Event was a Pfizer-sponsored program aimed at educating people with RA about the condition and an available treatment option. Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis – A Live Broadcast Event took place on May 8 and was streamed live from New York City to more than 45 locations across the U.S. I moderated a talk-show style panel and was joined by an award-winning, board-certified rheumatologist with over 20 years of experience, Dr. R. Elaine Lambert, as well as a nurse practitioner and two patients who are living with RA.

People can still take part even after the event by going to http://www.liveraevent.com to view the archived video. The video will be available starting late summer/early fall and will serve as a great resource for information about RA and management of the condition.

People can also download “Signal Swipe,” an educational application from Pfizer, available on mobile and tablet devices and designed for RA patients. Signal Swipe provides users with an opportunity to get some information about RA and the mechanism of action for an available treatment option.

To download the app ~ Search for “Signal Swipe” on the Apple iTunes store or the Google Play store and follow download instructions.”

2. Why did you decide to partner with Pfizer on Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis – A Live Broadcast Event?

“My goal as a TV personality and physician is to help raise awareness of health conditions that impact people’s lives and provide viewers with knowledge, information and tools to make smart, proactive decisions about their health. RA is a condition that affects 1.6 million people in the U.S. with three times as many women being affected as men. This means many families are struggling with a loved one who has this potentially debilitating condition.”

Dr. R. Elaine Lambert :

1. What is RA?
“Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic, systemic autoimmune disease that can be painful and disabling. RA causes a range of symptoms, including stiffness and swelling in the joints, particularly those in the hands and feet, and also the knees. Although the exact cause of RA is unknown, it is considered to be an autoimmune disease, because the immune system in people with RA mistakes the body’s healthy tissues for a threat and attacks them.”

2. How many people are affected by RA?
“RA affects approximately 23.7 million people worldwide and 1.6 million people in the United States. It can develop at any time during adulthood, but it usually occurs between 40 and 70 years of age.”

3. If a patient has RA and they are not feeling well, what can they do?
“If you have RA and are not feeling well, you should make an appointment with your doctor and discuss your symptoms.”

ABOUT IAN SMITH , M.D. :

“A co-host of the Emmy winning daytime talk show , The Doctors, Dr. Smith is a best-selling author of five #1 New York Times Bestsellers that include: SUPER SHRED: The Big Results Diet and SHRED: THE REVOLUTIONARY DIET! He has recently been appointed by President Obama to a second term on the President’s Council on Fitness, sports, and nutrition, and serves as a medical contributor on the nationally syndicated television show Rachael Ray, and the nationally syndicated radio show HealthWatch.

Dr. Smith is the former medical correspondent for NBC News network and for NewsChannel 4 where he filed reports for NBC’s Nightly News, the Today show, as well as WNBC’s various news broadcasts. He also served as the medical/diet expert for six seasons on VH1’s highly-rated Celebrity Fit Club, and is creator and founder of The 50 Million Pound Challenge and The Makeover Mile.

Dr. Smith’s work has been honored by several organizations, including the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences. He is currently a national advisory board member for The Maya Angelou Center for Health Equity and also served on the boards of the American Council on Exercise, the New York Mission Society, the Prevent Cancer Foundation and the New York Council for the Humanities.

A graduate from Harvard College, Dr. Smith received a master’s in science education from Teachers College of Columbia University. At Dartmouth Medical School he completed the last two years of his medical education and graduated from the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine. His medical residency training is in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Smith no longer treats patients in order to focus his time on educating the general public on health-related issues.

Dr. Smith is participating in the Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis – A Live Broadcast Event to raise awareness of rheumatoid arthritis and provide people with the knowledge, information and tools they need to help make smart, proactive decisions about their health. ”

ABOUT R. ELAINE LAMBERT M.D. :

“DR. LAMBERT is an award-winning rheumatologist with 26 years of experience. She is also an adjunct clinical professor at Stanford University.”

RE-CAP and REVIEW:

Take a moment to view these wonderful ways to stay informed about Rheumatoid Arthritis!

Take a moment to view these wonderful ways to stay informed about Rheumatoid Arthritis!

Be sure to visit :http://www.liveraevent.com It’s not only a great source of information regarding RA, but the video of the Exploring Rheumatoid Arthritis – Live Broadcasting Event that should be available near the end of summer or early fall is something you won’t want to miss out on!

In addition, consider downloading the Single Swipe application where you’ll have the capability to get RA information , and the “mechanism of action” for an “accessible treatment option”.

(Any Quoted or Paraphrased information in this article was obtained from a provided PR-Fact Sheet. Medline Plus• Rheumatoid Arthritis~Available at Arthritis Foundation. What is Rheumatoid Arthritis~Available at Mayo Clinic. Rheumatoid Arthritis ~Available at Lee DM•Weinblatt ME• Rheumatoid Arthritis•Lancet•2001:358:903-911/ Accessed 11 October 2011• Accessed 2 November 2012• Accessed 14 September 2011. Gratitude to Dr. Ian Smith and Dr. R. Elaine Lambert for their time to answer questions pertaining to the Explore Rheumatoid Arthritis -Live Broadcast, and RA. )

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June 3, 2014

Summertime and Hair Maintenance

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Summertime and the livin’ should be easy…however, the story for our hair can sometimes be quite different. Some hair issues are harder to take care of than others. i know from firsthand that because i have curly hair, the summer weather is not particularly conducive to it. It can get frizzy and look unkempt depending on the weather and texture of your hair. Curly hair needs lots of conditioning.
Great over-the-counter products for curly hair are:
  • Moroccan Oil
  • Kerastase Bain Satin Shampoo (1, 2 or 3)
  • J.F. Lazartique Vita-Cream with Milk Proteins
  • Fekkai’s Serum
  • Bumble and Bumble Big Shine Serum
  • Redken All Soft Heavy Cream
  • Philip B. Rejuvenating Oil
  • Palvin-Bid Capillary Mask Deep Conditioner and Reconstructor
  • AG Ultramoist Treatment
  • Joico Moisture Recovery Intense Treatment
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I keep my hair on the longer side so that it does not kink up. After a good wash, always comb your hair right away.  If you put product in it and work it through with your head upside down and scrunch it with your hands it can make nice natural curls. Do not brush it. For smooth styles it pays to go to a blow dry bar. I can leave my hair for a week with a professional blow dry.  If your hair is wavy or straight, a professional blow out can be nice to put body in the places that you want it.  Blow dry bars have become very popular and because they are so regularly in high demand, they are quite financially accessible without breaking a hole in your wallet. if regularly going to the blow dry bar, however, is not within your means or schedule, there are plenty of fantastic at home solutions for keeping hair strong, healthy, and shiny throughout the summer. when going to the store, look for products such as coconut butter, vitamin e, and tea tree oil.
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June 2, 2014

Soak up the goodness with masque BAR by Look Beauty

 

masque BAR

masque BAR

South Korea gets the credit for these amazing masks. They have discovered easy to use and affordable facial masks creating one for every skin care concern. masque BAR by Look Beauty offers unique sheet and gel masks which are precut to match your facial contours and are fun and easy to use. These amazing masks are the perfect way to relax at the end of a long stressful day.

I recently tried masque BAR’s BRIGHTENING sheet mask and their WRINKLE REDUCING sheet mask and I can’t wait to try others. The masks are so easy to use. Carefully remvove the pre moistened mask from the package, spread the mask open and apply to your face carefully pressing the mask to cover your skin. masque BAR sheet masks are thin, soft cotton sheets that are presoaked in a special serum. All you need is 20 to 30 minutes to allow the serum to soak in and just peel off . That’s it, no mess and no fuss, and you are done.

The mask BAR BRIGHTENING sheets are formulated to help reduce dark spots and pigment irregularities giving you a more even complexion. masque BAR BRIGHTENING sheets are unscented and perfect for dry skin. Soak up the Orange Extract, Licorice Root and Vitiamin C with this sensational mask!

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masque BAR

masque BAR WRINKLE REDUCING face mask is equally enjoyable to use. The mask is used like the Brightening sheets. They are collagen infused and designed to reduce wrinkles and hydrate your skin. You will definitely notice soft and smooth skin after using this mask. Relax and soak up the goodness of the Green Tea Extract, Collagen and Vitamin E in each wrinkle reducing sheet mask.  Masque BAR facial masks are fun, easy to use and a great way to relax. Visit  lookbeautyproducts and view all the masks that Look Beauty has to offer. I can’t wait to try the other masques available such as the mask BAR’S Pore Refining creme mask, Firming and Lifting hydro gel mask and their Anti-Blemish mud mask.    Soak up the goodness NOW!

 

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June 2, 2014

Mineral Fusion has 62 Nail Polish Colors for Summer Picking

Mineral Fusion

Mineral Fusion

I am not usually into bright colors for my nail polish, but I really like Mineral Fusion’ss Amethyst nail polish. It was very glossy and had a great shine to it. I only had to apply one coat which was great because I’m not very patient when it comes to applying nail polish. It lasted for quite a long time compared to other nail polishes and didn’t chip very fast either. The thing that I loved most about it was it’s brush. The brush was very thick so applying was easy. The color I have on in my pictures is Amethyst, with the metallic finish. This is a healthier alternative to regular nail polish because of the minerals infused in it. It can help with nail growth and make them stronger.

Mineral Fusion Nail polishes are 100% vegan, chip resistant and formaldehyde, camphor, dibutyl phthalate and toluene free.

There are 61 beautiful shades of colors to pick from on mineralfusion.com. They only $8 each and you can’t go wrong with these beautiful colors!!

 

Rachel I.

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May 31, 2014

Whip Your Feet into Summer Ready Shape!

Skyy Hadley

Skyy Hadley

With the weather warming up, it’s time to whip our feet into summer-ready shape! Skyy Hadley has the perfect at-home recipe to give your feet a relaxing experience while soothing and exfoliating the skin for super soft results!

Skyy Hadley

Skyy Hadley

Skyy Hadley’s Recipe for a Light Cucumber Shell Mask

o   Start with 2 whole cucumbers (one per foot), 2 tablespoons of lemon juice and 2 tablespoons of olive oil; mix in a blender until pureed.

o   Pour the mixture into a bowl and heat it up to warm temperature.

o   Place half of the mixture in a large Ziploc baggie and half in a second baggie.

o   Slide feet right into each baggie, rubbing cucumber mask until each foot is fully soaked.

o   Leave on for 5-10 minutes then rinse with warm water.

o   The cucumber is extra refreshing and reviving for tired toes, the lemon helps exfoliate and the olive oil deeply moisturizes for super softness.

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May 29, 2014

True Beauty

We all know that there are all kinds of beauty. Some are blessed with physical beauty, others with a beautiful mind, and still others with a beautiful spirit. Author, educator, actress, producer and poet Maya Angelou possessed all of these. She lived a long and full life, yet many of us who admire her and her work are saddened at her passing yesterday at the age of 86.

I especially love her poetry. Her rich and powerful words resonate with so many of us, regardless of any perceived cultural, religious or economic differences. Phenomenal Woman, one of her most well-known works, is one of my favorites because in it she reminds us that all women are beautiful:

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I’m not cute or built to suit a fashion model’s size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I’m telling lies.
I say,
It’s in the reach of my arms,
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I’m a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That’s me.

~Maya Angelou

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May 29, 2014

Le Feu de L’eau Natural Soy based Candles are a must this Summer!

Le Feu de L’eau

Le Feu de L’eau

INTRODUCING LE FEU DE L’EAU BOUTIQUE LUXURY CANDLE COLLECTION

 

Le Feu De L’eau Boutique Luxury candles are a  fine-art inspired collection of colorful, organic, sculptural candles, featuring bespoke water textured patterns and chic, natural scents. Le Feu de L’Eau, or “The Fire of the Water,” was founded by Los Angeles based creators Jo Strettell, a veteran fashion and celebrity makeup artist, and Wendy Polish, a fine art trained designer. These creative industry insiders, and longtime friends, joined forces to create a line of one-of-a-kind candles that allow anyone to bring a beautiful and functional custom work of art into their home.

Each natural soy based candle is individually hand sculpted under water—so no two are ever alike—using an original high temperature technique. This pioneering process, first invented in the late 1960s by Polish’s father and refined over the years by father and daughter, creates distinctive striations of vibrant color, unique sculptural shapes, and sophisticated organic designs. Featuring Polish’s hand mixed colors and Strettell’s custom blended fragrances, these luxury votives burn for up to 80 hours to bring premium, nature inspired ambiance to any room.

Unlike traditional candles, every Le Feu de L’Eau offering is named for its unique hue, rather than its scent. This signature convention celebrates color above all and frees users to discover and explore each fragrance without preconception. Available in 10 stunning colors and scents, find “the fire” that inspires you.

View the entire collecton at  http://lefeudeleau.com/#2

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