September 14, 2012

Very Suave

As a hairdresser, it is my job to recommend products to my clients in order for them to maintain their hair color and style at home.  I recommend everything from styling products, shampoos and conditioners, you name it.

The hardest thing to maintain is haircolor.  When I have a client who gets a high maintenance haircolor like red, or a high fashion color,  I recommend dry shampoo to prolong the color from fading.

Out of all the dry shampoos I have tried, my favorite is Suave Professionals Dry Shampoo and  Suave Professionals Waterless Foam Shampoo which is used to revive lifeless curls and remove oil from the scalp.  When I first used Suave Professionals, I was surprised at just how good and clean my hair and scalp felt without the use of water and shampoo.  Since I have color treated hair, of course I had to choose the hardest color to tend for, RED.  Suave Dry Shampoo has become a life saver and has prolonged my color.

I highly recommend using a dry or waterless foam shampoo the next time you are worried about your hair color fading and to revamp your style for one more day of sexy.

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September 14, 2012

Lines! What lines? Oh, Say it Isn’t So!

Whew! Yet another long week of auditions, meetings and social obligations. Looking into the mirror, I fear it’s “Confession Time”:  I’m starting to see them. You know what I’m talking about.  Dark circles and those pesky little lines are starting to show up around my eyes….darn it!

In general, summer isn’t the best time for eyes anyway.  When the sun is out, you just instinctively squint.  But get this, I recently read that squinting at the sun can actually create deeper lines around your eyes…..I don’t usually make a habit of this, but, it’s still good to know!  And on top of that, as we all know, the sun ages your skin.

So, for the past few days, I’ve been trying Own Lifting Eye Cream.  It’s clinically proven to help lift, smooth and replenish sensitive skin using CLA technology. The idea is that CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) boosts cell metabolism to repair and nourish the skin around your eyes and give you a more alert and rested look.

Some Key Benefits/Formula Facts:

*Triple action plant technology through Own’s propriety CLA compound (derived from the safflower plant) penetrates all three layers of the skin to aid in moisture retention, activate cell renewal and repair collagen structure
*Brightens sallow skin
*Lifts and smooths fine lines

So far, I really like  it!  It has a nice light feel, absorbs quickly and works well under makeup.  And I do think the skin around my eyes seems a bit more supple and hydrated.  Apparently, this CLA stuff even has better results than retinol in clinical tests. Sounds good to me, so I think I’ll keep using it and see!

Own Lifting Eye Cream retails for $24 and is available at Duane Reade and Whole Foods and at www.ownproducts.com.

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September 14, 2012

Skincare For Sensitive Skin, Its Just That “SIMPLE”

SIMPLE has introduced a new product line. Simple is designed for all skin types and is perfect, even for sensitive skin. Simple does not contain any dyes, artificial perfumes or harsh ingredients that will irritate your skin.  Simple contains “skin’loving” ingredients, vitamins, is hypoallergenic, non-comedogenic and PH-balanced. Simply, everything a skincare product needs to help you attain natural healthy looking skin. Simple has some great products my family and I have been enjoying and would like to share with you.

My oldest daughter especially likes Simple cleansing facial wipes. She says that the “facial cleansing wipes cleans my face and even removes my waterproof mascara and I can do that with just half a cleansing wipe.”  Simple Facial Cleansing Wipes contain vitamins and gentle cleansers leaving your skin feeling clean and refreshed. Simple Cleansing Facial Wipes also contain Pro-vitamin B5* which aids in restoring your skin leaving it smooth and soft. The cleansing wipes come in a convenient resealable container and is perfect for traveling.

Simple Eye Make-up Remover is similar to the cleansing wipes but is designed as an eyemake-remover. It works quite well and doesn’t leave a greasy residue around your eyes like many eye-makeup removers do.

Simple also has an extensive line of Facial cleansing products. Simple Moisturizing Facial Wash and Simple Refreshing Facial Wash Gel are 100% soap free.  Simple Smoothing Facial Scrub contains rice granules (a Skin Loving Exfoliator) and Simple Soothing Facial Toner is 100% alcohol free.

I am using Simple Revitalizing Eye Roll-On, and what I love about it is that I can roll the serum onto my skin without ever putting my fingers on my face. The applicator tip is a roller ball.  Simple Revitalizing Eye Roll-On also contains Pro-vitiman B5*, Cucumber Extract and Glycerin which help reduce the appearance of puffiness around my eyes.

Each Simple product contains its own special ingredients but all Simple Skincare products contain Pro-vitamin B5*.

*Vitamin B5, also known as pantothenic acid, is a member of the powerful B-complex vitamin family. Its provitamin, panthenol (also known as provitamin B5), is the alcohol form of vitamin B5. When lotions, creams, ointments and formulations containing provitamin B5 are applied to and absorbed by the skin, this provitamin is transformed into vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), which has natural broad abilities to moisturize, soothe, heal and regenerate the skin.

Read more about Pro-vitiman B5 at: http://www.livestrong.com/article/32305-skin-benefits-pro-vitamin-b5/#ixzz25psE82JI

When you have sensitive skin Simple Skincare is what you need,  it’s that simple.

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September 13, 2012

Job search: Fashion

Are you aspiring to be the next Donna Karan, Prabal Gurung or even Coco Chanel but you’re out of work? Although the industry is notoriously competitive, if you’re a wannabe fashion girl you might not be job searching in the right place. With New York Fashion Week coming to a close, Indeed.com, has compiled a list of where you should be looking to get your high-heeled foot in the door…

Here is a list of the top companies with the most fashion related job postings right now (not including retail jobs):

·         Urban Outfitters

·         Ralph Lauren

·         Warnaco

·         Fossil

·         Macy’s

·         Forever 21

·         The Jones Group

·         Kohl’s Corporation

·         Gap

·         Adidas

·         Sears

In addition, with fashion week over some frustrated fashionistas might need a new design gig, so Indeed.com has compiled the top 10 cities with “fashion designer” job postings. Also included are the average fashion designer salaries for job postings for each city. New York may be the fashion capital of the world, but looks like we should all move to San Francisco!


1.     New York

·         42.2% of the current postings in the top 10 cities

·         $59,000

2.     Los Angeles

·         17.4% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $52,000

3.     San Francisco

·         8.2% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $64,000

4.     Philadelphia

·         5.6% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $46,000

5.     Chicago

·         5.5% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $53,000

6.     Seattle

·         6.1% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $47,000

7.     Columbus

·         5.3% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $44,000

8.     Dallas

·         4.2% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $49,000

9.     Portland

·         2.6% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $43,000

10.  Atlanta

·         2.6% of current job postings in the top 10 cities

·         $56,000

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September 12, 2012

Have a Color Affair with SKINN COSMETIC’S Regatta Collection by Dimitri James

Dimitri James is truly an outstanding makeup artist and creator of SKINN Cosmetics. He’s a treasured friend, and I must admit that many of his wonderful products, are in my professional makeup case!

Dimitri James ~ Celebrity Makeup Artist, Founder and C.E.O of SKINN Cosmetics

From coast to coast Dimitri’s artistry and cosmetics have appeared on television, runway, and red carpet events, as well as in music videos and fashion magazines to mention a few. Internationally, Dimitri and his SKINN Cosmetics line of treatment and makeup products can be viewed on a variety of TV shopping channels. (In the USA he can be seen on the very popular ShopNBC!)

Here are two amazing product compacts in Dimitri’s Color Affair Regatta Collection.
You will be able to create a face that will take you anywhere! Whether you’d prefer a casual look , a natural outdoor look , a trending fashion look or an evening out on the town look, you’ll be ready to go with these two compacts.

First let’s take a look at the Color Affair Extraordinary Eyeshadows for Every Occasion!

Color Affair Extraordinary Eyeshadows for Every Occasion

You are covered for just about any look you desire with these colors. Dimitri’s shadows are so easy to work with and blend to create a variety of personalized looks. They never look heavy or harsh.(Quote from Dimitri)”You may also apply these shadows with a damp brush for a more intense look”.)

Here are a couple looks you might like to try:
Let’s say you like a more neutral look on your eye.
1.You might want to the use the deeper brown shade of shadow in the bottom row of the compact to lift the corner of your eye and define the crease of your eye. Feather that darker shade a bit above your crease lifting the shadow up slightly into the outer area of your eye.

2.Lightly blend the edges, and for a natural softer look take the upper center neutral shadow eye color and lightly go over the deeper color. (This is a great technique to use when you want to soften a darker eye shadow shade!)

3.To finish the look take the upper lightest compact color and blend from the inner corner of your eye to the arch of your brow for a perfect lift.

4. For a real lift and pretty bright eyed look, you may use your finger tip and touch the last color on the top row of shadows, which is a soft copper shade. Now dot and blend a bit of the copper color right at the upper outer corner of your eye, beneath your eyebrow! Add liner if you wish and your mascara to complete your lovely “neutral” eye !

I know you’re wondering about the beautiful Green and Teal Blue colors in the bottom row. Now here is where you can have some fun!! These colors are soft and can really accent your eyes. Try this…

1. Apply one of the colors on the lid of your eye and feather it up and out in a diagonal direction to the upper corner of your eyebrow.

2.Then take one of the lighter colors in the top row and start at the inner corner of your eye and blend to the outer upper corner of your eye softening any edges so the colors just melt together.

3.This is a very “easy” feminine and fashionable look. Add some liner if you wish to have a bit more definition. Finish with your mascara.

If you feel you’d like a more conservative look but still want a “pop” of color try this technique.

1.Apply some of the deeper brown we used in the neutral eye look, and blend it up and out in a diagonal direction up to the outer corner of your eyebrow .

2.Now take one of the colors and apply it in the outer corner of your eye and softly blend it over the brown, in the crease of your eye. Feather lightly above the crease (Remember you can always soften the color or depth of the colors by using the technique we did earlier by brushing a soft wash of a lighter shade in the compact over the colors you’d like to soften.) Make sure all of the colors are nicely blended together!

3.Highlight with a lighter shade from the inner corner of your eye across the upper eye area by the arch of your eyebrow. You have now created a soft understated yet very trendy look for any occasion! Of course line and use mascara, if desired!

You’ll have so much fun trying many different combinations with Dimitri’s fabulous eyeshadows! I’ve shared some techniques that will let you adjust the shadows to your preference with the wash of a lighter shadow to soften the effect you are trying to achieve, or add more depth with a darker shadow for more definition. Remember to let loose with some creativity, experiment, and you’ll find many new interesting looks!

Let’s move along to the Color Affair Breathtaking Blush and Bronze Trio for Every Occasion: :

Here is another compact that will give you such a variety of choices to finish your face.

Once again you you have so many choices with Dimitri’s beautiful colors.

1. You can use the soft neutral pink color on your cheek, and apply the deeper bronze color as your contour with the soft warmer tone to highlight just above your cheek area for great lift and excellent sculpted look.

2. Try a year round healthy glow by using the bronze color on the areas, (Quoting Dimitri) where the sun would normally kiss your face”. The take the neutral pink color and put just a
touch of color on your cheek to get a soft “flushed” look. Complete your look with a sweep of the warmer tone over the bronze and blush. You’ll look like a “Glowing Goddess”!

Wear them all or wear them alone. With these two Color Affair Eye and Blush compacts you’ll have the ability to create every look you could possibly desire.

Make sure you use a professional eyeshadow brush, and blush brush with your compacts.

You may purchase the Regatta Collection compacts on Dimitri’s website at:
http://store.skinn.com/Skinn_Color_Make_up_s/4.htm

and

To purchase the perfect brushes to complement your Regatta Collection Compacts:
 http://store.skinn.com/Brushes_Etc_s/20.htm

For more information about Dimitri and all of his wonderful products go to:
http://www.skinn.com

You can also find Dimitri’s SKINN products at ShopNBC :
http://www.shopnbc.com/SearchM/Default.aspx?&prop=Beauty|267&prop=Skinn%20Cosmetics|2026&icid=DN-_-BEAUTY-_-Skinn&cm_re=DN-_-BEAUTY-_-Skinn

(source for any quotes or paraphrased information from Dimitri James website www.skinn.com)

(Makeup suggestions for the two Regatta Collection Compacts provided by Vicki Fischer’s personal techniques using the compacts.)

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September 12, 2012

Why Lose Your Tan This Fall? Get FAKE BAKE

 

Now that summer is over, at least it is in New England, we can still keep our sun-kissed glow and maintain healthy looking skin at the same time.  How can we do this? Fake Bake Self Tanning Lotion is the answer.  My daughter Adrienne and I are using Fake Bake Fair Self Tanning Lotion and it is doing the trick.  Fake Bake Fair Self-Tanning Lotion is very easy to use and it glides on quite easily. As stated by Fake Bake,  “A combination of DHA and erythulose, natural tanning agents that work with your own melanin, develop a tan that is perfectly even and natural-looking.” “The easy glide formula and subtle “show where it goes” cosmetic colour guide enables even the most inexperienced self-tanner to apply a self-tan with ease and confidence”.

Fake Bake Fair Self-Tanning Lotion was formulated for people with fair skin and when used according to instructions, builds a gradual tan over time that looks very natural. My daughter wants to maintain a light tan so she is lightly applying Fake Bake Self-Tanning Lotion once a week.  For a darker tan, you would reapply nightly until you achieve the tan you want. It is a safe way to have a golden glow without damaging your skin from the harmful rays of the sun. Waterproof gloves are provided with the tanning lotion which is a plus.

To ensure a flawless self-tan, Fake Bake Silk Smoothie is the perfect compliment for Fake Bake Self-Tanning Lotion. Fake Bake Skin Smoothie is a silky elixir which provides a terrific base before appling the self-tanner. “The fine mist goes on rough spots, such as knees, elbows, ankles, hands and feet, ensuring uniform application of pigment that blends over skin cracks and eliminates dark lines”.

Fake Bake Silk Smoothie is perfect for your feet, ankles, elbows and hands because it helps the self-tanning lotion smooth out these areas which can become rough at times.

Fake Bake Skin Smoothie has a wonderful fragrance of passion fruit, rose hips, linden flower and lavender oil. Fake Bake Skin Smoothie is an oil spray that absorbs quickly, sealing in moisture and “locks-in” your new sunless tan, helping to maximize the life of your fake tan, and leaving  your skin feeling silky smooth.

Fake Bake Smoothie is paraben free, not tested on animals and contains natural organic preservatives.

www.fakebake.com

 

 

 

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September 11, 2012

Have Fun With Your Hair This Weekend With STREEKERS

 

 

Wanna look like Selena Gomez? Check. Ashley Tisdale, Lauren Conrad, Demi Lovato? Yup. You can get the hair trends that celebrities can’t get enough of – without the commitment.

 STREEKERS (available in pink, ultraviolet, red, green, yellow, orange, purple or blue), $11.95 available at ULTA stores and at www.streekers.com

With only a couple swipes with STREEKERS, you’ll have bright, bold color streaks (in pink, ultraviolet, red, green, yellow, orange, purple…or blue) in your hair that won’t budge until you shampoo them out for heading back to work or school on Monday. It can be applied under mousse or styling gel, and its sleek sponge-tip applicator guarantees flawless coverage and ultimate control for expertly-applied streaks.

  

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September 11, 2012

Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2013 Collection Cotte D’Armes

The Thompson LES Hotel Rooftop was the perfect place for designer Clarence Ruth to present his Cotte D’Armes Spring/Summer 2013 fashion collection. LES, is the abbreviation for the Lower East Side, a part of Manhattan that borders on Chinatown, the East Village and Little Italy. In recent years the neighborhood has been transformed and filled with trendy stores, restaurants, bars, hotels and kept the long-time local eateries and stores, giving a somewhat gritty, yet fun, hip and young (and young at heart!) vibe.  Ruth’s collection of 18 looks, both male and female, certainly captured the essence of the hood!

The collection was mainly casual, relaxed pieces featuring denim, biker pants, and leggings. The pieces featured cut outs, bleaching, paint splattered patterns. The line paired contrasting colors and fabrics for a fun and funky look. The hats certainly added to the casual look, perfect for school, or a casual Saturday. However, with its fun and funky vibe, you could also throw some statement jewelry pieces on and head out to the clubs.

WWAKE provided the jewelry for the show. Styling was done by Ann Nguyen, makeup by Raul Otero, hair by Sheri Pinto and Amir Mughal provided the art installment.  To see Shawn Punch’s photos of the show go to http://www.examiner.com/slideshow/cotte-d-armes-spring-2013-fashion-presentation .

And for more on CotteD’Armes go to http://www.cottedarmes.com/

 

 

 

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September 10, 2012

CARMEX® introduces a new Pomegranate-flavored Ultra Smooth Lip Balm!


Carma Laboratories, manufacturer of CARMEX® brand lip balm has introduced a new flavor in their extremely popular Ultra Smooth Lip Balm family! Described as (quote) “ juicy, refreshing and equal parts of sweet and tart “, Pomegranate-flavored Ultra Smooth Lip Balm is the exciting NEW flavor to team up with Lime Twist and Vanilla premium CARMEX® lip balms.

New CARMEX® Pomegranate-flavored Ultra Smooth Lip Balm

Pomegranate-flavored lip balm is amazingly unique and has a quality that is beyond compare with other market brands. It consists of nine moisturizers that provide exceptional moisturization! It hydrates your lips with a smooth application that never has a greasy feel. That’s an important factor for me!

Pomegranate continues to be the “Buzz” in the Health and Beauty world, and now you will be able to use the trendy CARMEX® Pomegranate-flavored lip balm in your every day beauty regime!

Retailing at $1.95, the price is certainly right!! You’ll be able to stock up on these portable lip balms and always have them on hand wherever you go!

There’s a Broad Spectrum SPF of 15 in the new flavored lip balm giving your lips ongoing defense against the elements, and just as in all CARMEX® premium lip balms, you can be sure that the newest Pomegranate flavor is created with the most superior grade of Vitamin E and Aloe available. Your benefits will be the antioxidant properties of Vitamin E, and we all know that helps fend off premature aging. Aloe has been a natural healing source for centuries and will do wonders to keep sensitive lips healthy and soothed.

No matter what time of year, warm or cold weather, and whatever you may be doing, whether it be work, school, play, working out, vacationing or just enjoying some downtime, you can depend on the new Pomegranate-flavored Ultra Smooth Lip Balm to keep your lips in “tip-top” condition!

You may find this “juicy” new Pomagranate-flavored lip balm in nation food, drug, and mass stores in the U.S.

(quote) Carmex lip balm proudcts are available in a jar, tube or stick, in several different flavors, and with sun protection. For 14 years running, Carmex has been the most pharmicist-recommended lip balm: ranking number one in a national survey of over -the-counter lip balm products by Pharmacy Times Magazine.

(quote)For 75 years, Milwaukee-based Carma Laboratories, Inc. has manufactured Carmex® Brand lip balm. Carma Laboratories Inc., is a family owned and operated business that was founded in 1937 by Alfred Woelbing, the inventor of Carmex® Lip Balm.

(The source for any quoted or paraphrased material in this article was provided by Press Releases.)

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September 10, 2012

Clean Up With Murad

MURAD- Dirty face? Clean it up with Murad! This facial cleanser treats environmentally damaged skin. I’ve probably tried every brand of facial products, from Proactive to Clean & Clear, but Murad was the only one leaving my skin feeling perfectly fresh, rehydrated, and energized. This Essential-C Cleanser doesn’t leave my face feeling tight like the other products I’ve used. I would definitely recommend checking out Murad for a guaranteed fresh feel. Also, Murad is dermatologically tested and contains no parabens.

Go to http://www.murad.com and check out the great products Murad has on their website.

 

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