September 5, 2013

e-CURE Treatment…A Unique Therapy for Both Hair and Skin

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Treatment is described as a technique used in a specific situation. E-Cure offers a fabulous treatment which effectively treats and restores dull and damaged hair with a unique Step by Step Hair Therapy. This unique Hair Care System is called eCURE Treatment. I was immediately intrigued with e-CURE Treatment because the products in this line can be used on hair and skin. As stated by e-CURE, “The e-CURE TREATMENT is an award winning Japanese moisturizing conditioning treatment that restores damaged hair to its original healthy, lustrous state.” e-CURE Treatment is not a hair straightener, curl enhancer or or frizz-controller, but rather an all-natural, multipurpose, preservative which is chemical free. I would describe e-CURE Treatment as a deep conditioner designed for ALL HAIR TYPES. To learn more about e-CURE Treatment technology please visit http://ecure-treatment.com/.

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I especially liked the S- Series Shampoo which was developed to improve moisture retention when shampooing. S-Series Shampoo contains valuable extracts from fruits such and is ideal for hair that has been damaged by chemical processing or heat styling. It contains fruit and plant extracts from grapefruits, limes, lemons, apples as well as other natural sources. Another great feature of S-Series Shampoo is that the shampoo alone cleanses and conditions, therefore a separate conditioning is not necessary. I couldn’t believe a my hair was as silky and soft as it was without added conditioning.

S-Series Shampoo is sulfate and silicone free and is available in 4 different fragrances including fragrance free.

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M-3.2 and P-4.2 are two very important components in the Hair Therapy One Step at a Time treatment as is  the S- Series shampoo. M-3.2  is a multi-purpose toner, enriched with  deep sea and wild plant minerals containing anti-aging properties which repairs and moisturizes your hair and skin. M-3.2 is a spray that can be applied to your hair whenever it feels dry, especially the ends. Spray M-3.2 onto you damp hair to protecting it from styling appliances. The results leave you with shiny soft hair.

P-4.1, the third component in the One Step at a Time treatment is “an ANTI-STATIC liquid that contains deep sea minerals with positively charged ions”. P-4.1 is also an all-natural, chemical free product suitable for both hair and skin. P-4.1 helps to close the hair cuticle and even out the porosity of the hair. For best results, use with M-3.2 to seal moisture in.

For Hair Care: Spray P-4.1 just before blow drying your hair to add extra volume and to fight against static electricity.

For Skin Care: Lightly mist face with P-4.1 to seal the moisture after applying your M-3.2 and your own facial lotion. P-4.1 will help to tighten skin and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

Please note that S-Series Shampoo, M-3.2 and P-4.1 are salon exclusive products.

The following is the One Step at a Time treatment which you will be able to purchase at your hair salon. You can also use the E-Cure Treatment at home following these simple steps.

1. Spray your hair with M-3.2 until your hair is dripping wet.

2. Using 1 part S-2 Treatment Moisturizing Shampoo and 1 part M-3.2, mix together.

3. Apply some of the mixture to your hair, lather, massage into scalp.

4. Leave in for 3 to 5 minutes without rinsing.

5. Spray P-4.1 lightly throughout hair and comb out hair with a wide tooth comb.

E-CURE  Treatment left my hair incredibly soft and silky. I use e-CURE Treatment at least every 2 to 3 weeks as recommended and I am having great results. To find a salon near you that carries e-CURE, please visit http://ecure-treatment.com/salon-locator/

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September 3, 2013

Epsom Salt, It’s not just for Soaking

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Epsom Salt

Even though you wouldn’t think Epsom salt is popular among teens, it’s in fact very useful for us! It’s very affordable for just a few dollars and you can find it at the market or pharmacy. I recently received a complimentary box of Epsom salt and I actually used it for an exfoliating treatment. It was very easy because all I had to do was mix 2 cups of Epsom salt with 1/4 cup of petroleum jelly. I even added a few drops of lavender essential oil to give it a refreshing scent. I felt like the mixture scrubbed away my dry skin and left it really smooth.

Another recipe I used was an at home pedicure. I never get my nails done, I always do them myself, so I found this helpful. You dissolve a half cup of Epsom salt into 2 quarts of warm water. You pour the water into a container and soak your bare feet for 15 to 20 minutes. After that you just massage your entire foot with the Epsom salt making sure to get your heels and ankles to remove any dry or rough  spots. Lastly rinse your feet with water and dry them. My feet were ready for a great pedicure!!

 

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There is so many more useful things to do with Epsom salt. You can use it for houseplants, Mosquito bites, and even a hair volumizer! I would definitely recommend having some Epsom salt at home for your every need! Check out facebook.com/epsomsalt for more great ideas and saltworks.us/salt_info/epsom-uses-benefits.asp Epsom Salt can be found in most drugstores and retail stores nationwide.

My favorite Epsom Salt Beauty Recipes:

Exfoliating Treatment Scrub: Combine 2 Cups of Epsom Salt, 1/4 Cup Petroleum Jelly, a few drops of Lavender Essential Oil and scrub and gently scrub away dry skin.

Exfoliating Foot Scrub: Dissolve 1/2 up of Epsom Salt into 2 quarts of warm water, Soak you feet for 15 to 20 minutes. Massage entire foot with Epson Salt to remove rough and dry skin, your feet will thank you.

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September 3, 2013

Activate your destiny with a beautiful Destiny Candle!

This was one of those “timing is everything” opportunities that turned out to be a synchronistic moment for me! I must say, as a result, it ended up providing me with one of the most unique and interesting products to feature for your enjoyment.

As long as I can remember, I’ve always loved crystals and their soothing reflection of light & energy, and aromatherapy for its ability ,via candles and essential oils, to offer a positive impact on the senses.

When I received information about the Destiny Candle created by Karen Michelle, I was instantly intrigued. This candle had all of the components that I mentioned above and was a 100% natural candle that could assist us in creating positive intentions for addressing a number of situations we deal with in our lives.

The intentions:
Weight Loss
Stress Relief
Beauty
Wealth
Energy/Uplift
Good Luck

But there’s more…..As your candle starts to melt you’ll find a crystal within the candle with a small hole on the top, and a beautiful purple string that is included so you can wear your crystal as a bracelet or necklace to keep affirming your intention!

You may also use the candle as a massage oil!

I gravitated immediately toward the lavender, frankincense, and vanilla scented candle. Those are some of my favorite essential oils! This candle was geared toward Stress Relief. That’s one of my issues! I have a tendency to bring on my own stress with worry and over reaction to things, so I decided to try the Stress Relief Candle.

I honestly couldn’t wait for my Destiny Candle to arrive! When it did, I lit the candle and enjoyed the relaxing lavender, frankincense, and vanilla scent .

When I later blew out the candle, my crystal was visible so I removed it and started to wipe it off. Near the point of the crystal there was a diamond shaped “window” like marking. Here is where my synchronistic moment took place.

For some time I’d been looking for a “window crystal” to wear. They are one of my favorite crystals. I took a closer look and sure enough, by chance, it happened to be a little “window crystal” that had “found me”! I was so happy as I put the crystal on the purple string that came with the candle and have been wearing it as a necklace every day!

After that surprise, I tried some of the warm melted liquid from the candle as a massage oil on my dry hands and arms. It was unbelievable! My skin felt so soft, and the warm oil was very soothing with the gentle scent of lavender, frankincense, and vanilla.

Here is my Destiny Candle & my special crystal that was in the candle!

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To me the Destiny Candle would be a perfect pampering and inspiring gift to give to yourself, and a unique present for special occasions when you’re not quite sure what to get for someone.

View this video to find out more about the Destiny Candle.

Here is the website you may also visit to purchase your Destiny Candle:
http://www.destinycandle.com

This truly is the gift that keeps on giving! Thanks to Karen Michelle for creating the Destiny Candles!
Destiny Candles get a 5-Star review...

(Any quoted or paraphrased information in this article was obtained from provided PR information about the product. My commentary was from my own personal use and personal experience with the provided product.)

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September 3, 2013

Fall Finds from A-Z on Carolina Now

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Happy Labor Day!

I got to do another great It’s A Glam Thing segment today on Carolina Now with new host Jennifer. Today’s topic: Fall Finds from “A-Z”!

The air is crisp. Fall is just around the corner and with kids back in school,
fall brings a flurry of new activities for everyone. Kids find themselves back in the swing of school work, homework, part time jobs, sports activities and more. Adults find themselves caught back up in the hustle and excitement of back to school too. But adults shouldn’t put their grooming and skin care routines on the back burner. There is no skipping of days for good skin care health especially for adult acne sufferers.
Today A is for?
Apothederm Acne Clarifying Treatment – It’s a two-in-one problem solver to help eliminate breakouts and minimize pore size. This formula is packed with a beta hydroxyl acid and peptide to help reduce the appearance of blemishes and future breakouts. It is oil-free, fragrance free and dermatologist tested.

A new school year and the coming of Fall also means a fresh start, and a fresh start means leaving the Summer behind. What can we keep around this Fall as a reminder of the exotic summer adventures?
Today C is for?
Color Your Smile Lip Gloss comes with a light and a mirror and the names of the shades make for great warm memories. The shades include: Bermuda Exotic Gloss, Bahama Exotic Gloss , Fiji Exotic Gloss, Phuket Exotic Gloss and Boreno Exotic Gloss. The colors are unique and long lasting.

Fall inspirational quotes are plentiful. There are quotes about New York in Autumn, Fallen leaves, the sounds of Fall , Autumn fruits and more. What about inspirational Fall fashion.
Today L is for?
Lotus Life Apparel is designed by Shannon Caldwell Roche. She believes in the power of words. The Lotus Life line includes Short and Long sleeved T-Shirts displaying inspirational messages like: “Be Your Own Kind of Beautiful”, “Create Yourself”, and my personal favorite, “She Believed She Could So She Did”!

Getting your kids to school by carpooling is a great way to save on time, money, and stress. Wanna score cool points as a carpool Mom or Dad?
Today N is for?
Natural Life Car Magnets are cool for cars with messages and designes like “I Love My Dog”, “I Love My Cat”. “Enjoy The Ride”, “Kindness Matters”, “Drive Safe Chat later”, “Live Lucky”, “Pay It Forward” and more.

But it can’t always be about fun. Fall back-to-school season is a great time to teach and practice safety habits as students walk or cycle back and forth from school, play at school playgrounds, wait at the bus stops, first time drivers are on the road to school and back, and moms and dads are traveling with car loads of kids. What is a “must have” for all kids and parents to have for safety?
Today S is for?
The SpareOne Plus Emergency Phone is the only cell phone that runs on a single AA battery. It can keep a charge if unused for up to 15 years. It has a one touch large SOS button, an SOS light and panic button plus other unique and life saving features. Location and alert services are available. This is a life saver for every family member.

Finally, time management for busy Moms during the Back to School season and leading up to the holiday rush is difficult. But even the busiest moms can successfully take a time-out without the guilt with this product:
Today Z is for?
Zensation Deep Cleansing Mud Mask. It gently draws out impurities from your skin to promote a clear complexion. Kaolin clay absorbs excess oil while zinc and rosemary extracts neutralize acne-causing bacteria. Brown algae and tea tree oil detoxify and wild cherry extract tones and refines your pores, as well as reduces sebum production to prevent shine.

Here’s where you can purchase these great products:

Apothederm – www.apothederm.com
Color Your Smile – www.whiteninglightning.com
Lotus Life – www.lotuslifedesigns.com
Natural Life – www.naturallife.com

Spare One Plus – www.spareone.com
Zensation – www.zensationbeaute.com/

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August 31, 2013

“Back to School” with beautiful hair from Rusk®!

I just had an opportunity to try some wonderful hair care products from Rusk.

First let me say that everyone will benefit from the Rusk products I look forward to sharing with you !

I’m not going back to school, but the Rusk products that I used conditioned and left my hair so healthy looking, manageable, and full of body and shine that I started thinking about all the new clothes, shoes, school supplies, and gear that’s purchased for, and by students when they start a new school year! What about your hair?

This feature allows me the perfect chance to remind students who are heading back to school, or may have already started their new school year that their summer hair needs a reset for the fall season and the following Rusk products will certainly “do the trick!”!

Class is now in session!
Let’s start with:

 Rusk Being Sexy Shampoo

Rusk Being Sexy Shampoo


With a very subtle scent, Being Sexy Shampoo cleans your hair with a smooth feeling and silky texture. I lightly worked it into my hair and scalp thoroughly. It rinses with ease leaving a soft yet refreshing clean sensation.

Your hair is now clean, and ready for:

Rusk Being Sexy Conditioner

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Again, there is a very subdued aroma and velvety feel when you apply the Rusk Being Sexy Conditioner to your freshly cleaned wet hair. I massaged the conditioner throughout my hair and especially on the ends of my hair where it sometimes is a bit dry. Make sure you rinse thoroughly. I found that the Being Sexy Conditioner only takes a moment to rinse, and leaves your hair feeling so nice.

Quoting Rusk,“All formulas contain a unique blend of ingredients to deliver voluptuous volume, tousled texture and seductive shine for “uninhibited” hair!”

If you do not have color treated hair you may go ahead and style your hair, as always. I know you’ll like the way it feels, looks, and how workable it is!

Do you have color treated hair? I just had some blonde highlights with a toner applied in my naturally dark brown hair. The way color sometimes fades, I was eager to try this:

Rusk  Deep Shine Color Care Lock-In Treatment

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You may either spray Deep Shine Color Care on damp or dry hair. “ChromeAvail™ “is the patented technology that offers a UV protection for maintaining the color in your hair longer. It can be used every day. My blonde highlights have kept that pretty “toned” color, and the shine looks so healthy. The sun is out year round, and this gives you one less thing to worry about with color treated hair.

Last but not least, here is a product we “ALL” need to have in our arsenal of hair care “must haves”:

Rusk Deep Shine Color Care Invisible Dry Shampoo

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Invisible Dry Shampoo

If you haven’t used a dry shampoo, once you do, you’ll never be without one! Running late in the morning? Have a last minute event with no time to spare? Just want to get out the door and start your day without taking time for your whole “Get Ready” routine? Late for a class?

Rusk’s invisible dry shampoo is an exceptional “Dry Shampoo”!! Within moments you’ll be “good to go” with a fresh looking, oil & odor free head of hair!

All you need to do is shake the container. Start by lightly spraying the roots of your hair, and then mist all over your hair. Just wait a moment, work through you hair, style and be on your way!

Here’s a fun assignment!
Visit: http://www.rusk1.com
and learn about all of the fine Rusk Hair Care products!

Then go to:http://www.rusk1.com/locate.php
to find a Rusk location near you!

Class Dismissed
Rusk gets an A+ for their amazing selection of hair care products!

(Any quoted or paraphrased information in this article was obtained from a PR-Fact sheet, and www.rusk1.com. Any personal commentary was from my personal experience using the Rusk products provided to me.)

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August 31, 2013

Define and Moisturize Your Curls with Amika

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Curly hair can be a downright pain to deal with at times. Sometimes it curls just the way you want it to and other times you end up flat ironing your hair because it gets to the point where you can’t stand the hassle anymore.

With the Amika: Curl Defining Cream you can have the fabulous curls you always dreamed of. Before I tried the Amika: Curl Defining Cream I hated my curls. They were always frizzy and crunchy. But the minute I tried the Curl Defining Cream, my hair was transformed. My curls were smooth, frizz free, and manageable. It also separated them making the curl more defined and refreshed looking.

Now I have always been the kind of person who enjoys experimenting and trying out new things with hair care products. With Amika I put my hair to the test. Is it possible to get a second day style without washing my hair? Answer- YES!!!! The day of my TEANJ Beauty Group interview, I didn’t feel like washing my hair, so I took a little tiny dab in the palms of my hands and scrunched it into my hair. Even though my hair was dry and I didn’t diffuse the product in, my curls still were smooth, tamed, frizz free and had some shine.

Amika, being true to it’s name, means Girlfriend. Let’s face it hair is a girls best friend right? If you hair looks bad you don’t feel good about yourself at all. With Amika you can. Be sure to check out their website at  http://www.amika.com.hk/ and start loving your hair again.

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August 29, 2013

Celebrity Eyebrow Stylist Joey Healy Launches Brow Basics for 2013 Holiday Season

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Celebrity eyebrow stylist Joey Healy is pleased to announce the expansion of the Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection with his first ever gift set, Brow Basics. A combination of the collection’s four best-selling brow grooming products, Brow Basics is set to launch in September 2013, just in time for the holiday season.

Included in Brow Basics are four full-size products that are quintessential for creating the perfect brow: The Joey Healy Collection Luxe Brow PowderDuo Brow BrushElite Sculpting Tweezer and Brow Structure Clear Set, and it is available in four colors: BlondeBrunetteAuburn and CharcoalBrow Basics also provides clients with an instructional guide that includes tips and tricks from Joey on sculpting and maintaining the perfect brow at-home.

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Essential to everyday beauty, eyebrows are the staple to every woman’s face. With Brow Basics, clients are no longer limited to Joey’s New York City salon, but instead are able to experience celebrity treatment from The Joey Healy Eyebrow Studio in the comfort of their own homes.

Not only is Brow Basics easy to gift as it is the ideal sized stocking stuffer, but it is also the perfect value as clients receive $116 worth of products for just $75. Brow Basics will be available exclusively on Joey Healy’s website (www.joeyhealy.com) and at THE BROWSHOP at completely bare locations beginning September 1, 2013, as well as Luxola (www.luxola.com) beginning in mid-September 2013.

For more information on Joey Healy and The Joey Healy Eyebrow Collection, please visit: www.joeyhealy.com

 

 

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August 29, 2013

You Won’t Find any Harsh Chemicals with Keeki, its Pure & Simple

 Keeki Pure and Simple Nail Polish

Keeki Pure and Simple Nail Polish

Keeki Pure and Simple Non Toxic Nail Polish Remover & polish

Keeki Pure and Simple Non Toxic Nail Polish Remover & Polish

Thanks to Keeki nail polish I already have my favorite fall nail polish color picked out. The name of it is Hot Cocoa and it will go great with my autumn fashion. Keeki was very easy to apply, and I started with cleaning my nails with Keeki nail polish remover. It does not have that strong acetone smell like most nail polish removers do, which is another reason why it’s one of my favorites. I then applied a thin layer of the base coat and when that dried I applied 2 thin coats of the Hot Cocoa nail polish. I finished it up by putting a thin layer of the top coat. It was very easy and dried within a few minutes. Another great thing is that Keeki doesn’t use harsh chemicals that dissolve the natural oils on the nail bed. It’s gluten-free, 100% biodegradable, vegan, and acetone free. Go to keekipureandsimple.com for more colors and products!

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August 29, 2013

Our Fingers and Toes Love butter London

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Our bloggers are loving Butter London Nail Laquers. There are so many beautiful colors to choose from, these are some of our bloggers favorites:

Rachel is loving her Butter London: “Summer nail polish is important, especially for toes, which are constantly being exposed in flip-flops and sandals. My favorite summer 2013 polish has been ‘Macbeth’ from Butter London.  After mastering Honors Shakespeare 2205 last semester I found it ironic that the gorgeous shade of orange-y-coal that has beautified my fingers and toes is named after one of Shakespeare’s most famous play. ‘Macbeth’ is the perfect summer color because it is a mixture of the primary nail colors-red and pink! ‘Macbeth’ Butter London is great because it doesn’t take too long to dry, the color is so rich that you only need one coat, and they don’t have any harmful carcinogens in them! Most of all, I love my summer color ‘Macbeth’ from Butter London because they make my finger and toes look great, particularly when they are covered in sand from the beach!”

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Laurie didn’t go anywhere this summer without butter London, she is feeling like royalty with “HRH” on her toes. (butterlondon.com/Lacquers/HRH.htm) Laurie’s favorite color is purple and butter London has fabulous purple nail lacquers to choose from. Choose your favorite purple shade now at .butterlondon.com/Purple-Nail-Lacquers/.

View butter London’s entire collection of nail Lacquers at butterlondon.com

 

 

 

 

 

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August 28, 2013

It’s Back to School With Soap & Paper!

 

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At the beginning of every school year, I like to pick a special item that I know my daughter would like in her book bag. Besides the usual pens, pencils and notebooks, I thought of something special that I know she will love, a solid perfume from Soap & Paper Factory. How cute is this? These delightful solid perfumes are contained in a small, round, acrylic container that will literally fit in your back pocket or better yet, my daughter’s book bag. This adorable 1/2 ounce size Soap & Paper Factory Solid Perfume comes in 9 fragrances and will have my daughter smelling fantastic throughout the day. These solid perfumes won’t leak and the container is quite sturdy, it’s the perfect book bag accessory, don’t you think?

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I asked a few of my friends what they thought about Soap & Paper Solid Perfumes and almost immediately they said they loved the compact size. “How can something that small contain something that smells so good?”, take it from me, the Spiced Pear smells incredible. We all agreed that the solid perfume is not only a fabulous book bag idea but they are sensational travel bag and purse accessories. These  pure jojoba and beeswax perfumes will not leak in your bag, they offer precise application without spray, and as I said earlier, they smell fabulous.

The only downside to these delightfully fragrant accessories is choosing a scent. Why not try all of them and you can start by visiting soapandpaperfactory

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