November 25, 2014

“Beauty Bake” on IndyStyle TV

Today I presented “Beauty Bake”, a selection of beauty products with ingredients and/or names to reflect the cookies and baked goods of the holiday season.

Beauty Bake

Beauty Bake

Watch the segment here: http://wishtv.com/2014/11/21/its-a-glam-thing-presents-beauty-bake/

The Soap & Paper Factory Soap is carefully crafted and made the old fashioned way! Hand stirred, in small batches, and packed with Shea Butter to keep your skin soft and supple! Gorgeous, Modern packaging, and a variety of beautiful fragrances makes this soap the perfect gift! Holiday scents include: Winter Vanilla, Creamy Peppermint, Frosted Pine and Holiday Spice. http://www.soapandpaperfactory.com

The Ginger People GO Ginger Eye Cream provides an immediate tightening effect. Specifically developed to support the integrity of the skin around the eye, this formula increases blood flow to help reduce puffiness, increase elasticity and diminish inflammation. It tightens skin and over time, wrinkles are dramatically reduced. It de-puffs. Organic ginger increases blood flow and encourages the movement of impurities, thus reducing the appearance of under-eye puffiness. It calms & replenishes. It’s formula is highly restorative and gently improves the skin’s overall moisture balance without clogging pores. http://gogingerpeople.com/

Shea Chic All Natural Shea Butter Massage Melts are made with the highest grade shea butter, cocoa butter, olive oil and certified kosher soy on the market for the most natural base possible.. They are conveniently packaged in a resealable travel container. They can be used in both flame and flameless wax melters. They are available in an assortment of popular scents. The massage melts are artisan made and hand poured in small batches in San Diego, California. Phthalate free, Paraben free, and Preservative free. Non-toxic and completely Natural with no harsh chemicals or fillers. Ingredients Include: Moisturizing Shea Butter, Hydrating Cocoa butter, Vanilla, Olive Oil and other quality ingredients..

Place a cube on your warmer, until it is fully melted to allow the scent to fill the room. Once melted, dip your fingers into the melted oil, or pour the heated oils on your hands and body. When done, turn off your warmer and Shea Butter Massage Melts will harden to be warmed over and over again. *Not intended for your face, due to the rich oil content.

Note: Shea Butter is a cream-colored substance made from the nuts of karite nut trees. http://sheachic.com/

Adonia Polishing Sand Chocolate Exfoliating Body Treatment cleanses, exfoliates and leaves skin looking and feeling years younger! This revolutionary anti-aging exfoliation treatment revives your skin in not one, but two ways: First it sloughs off the uppermost layer of dull, dry skin, and then protects the fresh skin with a bevy of protective antioxidants. It is gentle enough for sensitive spots like the neck and chest, yet effective enough to smooth rough areas like feet, elbows and knees. This formulation includes not only Cocoa Seed but other ingredients like organic Peppermint , organic Lime and more. https://www.adoniaorganics.com/adonia-polishing-sand/

The Julee Ireland brand offers soaps, organic bath & body products, soy candles, fragrance, African Shea Body Butter Cream, Mani Pedi Sugar Scrub, Bath & Body Wash & more. The Julee Ireland unique essential oil fragrance blends include delicious scents like orange vanilla swirl. http://juleeireland.com/

Pure Necessities Botanical Skin Care products are inspired by nature. The Pure Necessities brand of products also includes Aromatherapy candles for the Mind Body & Spirit. Candles enhance a mood and have a healing effect on the soul. Pure Necessities uses only 100% soy in their candles because it is toxin free. Soy Candles burn cooler so they last longer. Pure Necessities uses cotton wicks for the clean burn. There are a variety of scents that can uplift your spirits, relax, calm, clarify or create a romantic atmosphere. They have candles in travel tins as well as glass tumblers. http://www.purenecessities.net/pgcart.pga?category=31

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November 19, 2014

Gift Idea: Vintage Black Glamour

I have a lot of friends who are pretty tough when it comes to buying gifts.  So, I’m always looking for  something unique.  This morning I found a really interesting BBC video clip spotlighting a new book called Vintage Black Glamour that looks fabulous!

VGB

The author, Nichelle Gainer, started a Tumblr page on the topic after discovering that black actors, entertainers, models, etc. were greatly underrepresented in most depictions of Hollywood’s golden age of glamour. The resulting recently published coffee table book not only contains those photographs but also biographies of some of the men and women who paved the way for current-day celebrities.

I can think of at least three friends who’ll be getting this for Christmas!  Take a look…Maybe you know someone who would love it too:)

Lena Horne | Vintage Black Glamour by Nichelle Gainer

Lena Horne | Vintage Black Glamour by Nichelle Gainer

More about the book: http://vintageblackglamourbook.com/

 

 

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November 19, 2014

Makeup Show Recap

If there is one place I love better than Studio 10, its getting to cover the Makeup Show Orlando. Held in the ballroom at the Hyatt Regency, The Makeup Show Orlando offers everything from education, and info on the latest and greatest makeup/skincare products on the market. Definitely a show for the beauty “hoarder” and makeup fanatic (which is me lol)and for those who want to enhance their makeup skills thanks to the awesome classes and education while there.

Cosmix

Cosmix

While I was at the show I ran into some familiar faces such as well known makeup artists Tia Dantzler, James Vincent and Vivian Infantino. Not only that but I met many new people as well and discovered some new and fascinating products such as The Beauty Butler, Tanique, Facial Smoothies, Shea Moisture, Tat2U Cosmetics, Cara Cosmetics and so many more but there will definitely be a blog on each and every one. Also, as a member of the press I was gifted a press bag full of many more samples that I cannot wait to try out.

Cara Cosmetics

Cara Cosmetics

Not only was it the makeup that fascinated me it was the work I saw by some amazing artists. Every year the Cosmix Makeup School’s booth showcases the work of some incredible artists that are literally out of this world and even The Makeup Show holds contests on what is called fantasy makeup. I saw everything from underwater theme, to outer space. Unfortunately I could not take many pictures due to the battery on my phone dying :(.

I am anxious and excited to get started on blogging/vlogging about the awesome products I received to try. Stay tuned for more!!!

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November 17, 2014

Holiday gifts on IndyStyle TV

Today I presented “Holiday Gift Bazaar” with products chosen especially for IndyStyle Wish TV viewers.

On IndyStyle TV

On IndyStyle TV

Watch the segment here: http://wishtv.com/2014/11/17/its-a-glam-thing-holiday-gift-bazaar/

The Obedo Neck and Back Cradle Travel Pillow is perfect for the Holiday traveler or office, spa, and home. The Obedo Neck and Back Cradle provides comfortable support for your head and neck. Use it for lower back support or for neck support while sitting watching TV, working at your desk, reading, for driving comfort, in-flight comfort and more. It’s adjustable and portable, completely washable and folds up flat when not in use. Chiropractor recommended.
www.obedo.com

Just in time for the holidays, Gerard Cosmetics announced the addition of Gerard Cosmetics Lipstick to their line. tThe initial line includes these perfect for all seasons colors:

ALL DOLLED UP- Feminine and flirtatious, this pretty in pink lipstick is a pigmented and playful way to finish your look. No doll face is complete without this stunning staple.

TEQUILA SUNRISE- An intoxicating coral lip color with a creamy orange undertone. An exciting and refreshing way to rock some color.

FIRE ENGINE- Stop traffic with this classic and ultra glam red lipstick. Feisty and flattering, this will be your staple for a night. Turn up the heat with this beautiful blue-toned hue.

1995-Inspired by the 90s grunge revival and the beauty trends of an unforgettable decade, this iconic creation by the one and only Jaclyn Hill. Matte but creamy, this lip color isn’t trendy but a timeless expression of glam.

NUDE- You can never go wrong with this effortless, everyday hue.
www.gerardcosmetics.com

Kelley West ​Microderm360 is the creation of renowned Licensed Medical Aesthetician, Kelley West who has worked with some of the world’s leading plastic surgeons and dermatologists. Kelley has been seen on The Doctors, E!, Entertainment Tonight, EXTRA and more.

The Microderm360 is equipped with a revolutionary new patent rotating head that allows the Diamond Tip to access hard-to-reach parts of the body at a precise angle, making it the only product with this feature. You can use it on your face, hands, neck, elbows, feet and more. It comes in a pretty box that is easy to holiday wrap or just simply stick a bow on it for gift giving.

Microdermabrasion is a non-surgical, non-invasive, skin resurfacing through mechanical exfoliation with vacuum suction. The Diamond Tip abrades the skin while the powerful vacuum sucks up the dirt and bacteria from the deepest part of the pore. This gets the pore extremely clean. It stimulates blood circulation and also stimulates your body’s own production of elastin, protein, and vitamin D — everything needed to clean and plump your skin. Microdermabrasion may improve age spots and blackheads; remove thicker, uneven outer layer of skin; reduce scarring, discoloration and sun damage; improve hyperpigmentation; exfoliate your skin,lessen the appearance of stretch marks; reduce fine lines, wrinkles, 11 o’clock lines; reduce or eliminate enlarged pores; and help increase your collagen production for a younger looking complexion.
www.Microderm360.com

PediSavers are anklet and knee high pedicure socks and are perfect stocking stuffers! Your toes are tingling with delight after a leg and foot massage. Now before getting your nails painted, just slip into a pair of Pedisavers. Not only will Pedisavers help moisturizers work longer, but there’s also no need for uncomfortable toe separators.Pedisavers will keep you toasty warm as you put on your flip flops and make your way home, in any kind of weather! Available in white, pink and red with new designs and patterns just launched!
www.pedisavers.com

Apothederm Skin Care Science Deluxe Skin Care Set in a gift box is a limited-edition gift set and is the perfect way for skin care product lovers to try Apothederm products and see what you like best! These sample sizes are perfect for traveling, and all sizes are TSA compliant. Available for a limited time only, while supplies last. Includes:

Apothederm Firming Serum

Apothederm Moisturizing Cream

Apothederm Hydrating Eye Cream

Apothederm Moisturizing Cleanser

Apothederm Bright Skin Serum

Apothederm Brightening Cleanser
www.apothederm.com

The “Kym Douglas Beauty Bib designed by Julee Ireland” was designed to protect your clothing from cosmetics, hairspray, perfume and other product spills. It is 100% nylon for easy cleaning. Just wipe off with cold water and a rag or paper towel and hang dry.It is compact and fits in your purse to take with you when you travel or where ever you go.The Beauty Bib is also great to use as a dining bib to protect your clothing from coffee and food spills. Perfect for all ages, young to elderly. The Beauty Bib is available in two fun decorative designs. Chic Pearl and So Debonair tie. The Beauty Bib makes a great gift for all occasions.
http://www.kymscorner.com/beauty-bib.html

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November 3, 2014

“A-List Life” On Studio 62

Today I presented A-List products that will help you live life like a star!

Studio 62

Studio 62

Watch the segment here: http://www.carolinascw.com/story/27191690/the-a-list-life-enyas-celebrity-products

Norvell, the industry leader in self-tanning, worked with ABC on the “Dancing with the Stars” Sunless Tanning Collection. Designed to provide flawless, foolproof bronzing at home, the quartet of products launched just the past September include PERFECTION self tanning mousse, PERFORMANCE self tanning airbrush spray, ENDURANCE color boosting skin perfector, DAZZLE shimmering mist. www.norvellsunless.com

Michael Todd Organics SONICLEAR is the first ever antimicrobial sonic skin cleansing system. Sonic skin cleansing improves skin tone. It enables better absorption of skincare products and provides overall better cleansing than with hands alone. MICHAEL TODD cleansers, washes and scrubs are made in the U.S. without parabens, artificial color and fragrance or other potentially harmful additives. Not tested on animals. And, all are sulfate-free “no tears” formulas so you needn’t worry about getting soap in your eyes when cleansing with the Soniclear. Stars love the Soniclear, as seen behind the scenes at this years Fashion Week celebrations, in the hands of celebrities at award show gifting suites and on the pages of consumer magazines everywhere. www.michaeltoddtrueorganics.com

A-Listers travel a lot and Obedo Neck and Back Cradle is great for travel, the office, home and spa. The Obedo Neck and Back Cradle provides comfortable support for your head and neck. Use it for lower back support or for neck support while sitting at the beach, watching TV, working at your desk, reading, for driving comfort. It is perfect for in-flight comfort. It’s adjustable and portable, completely washable and folds up flat when not in use. www.obedo.com

Health and fitness is key to an A-List Life. Puretrim is a Mediterranean weight loss program with shakes, truffles, craving control gym and more and has a huge celebrity following. You can lose up to 7 pounds in 10 days (results vary). The products are Gluten-free, Dairy-free and Soy-free, Non-gmo with less than 1 gram of sugar. You get 21 grams of plant based high protein from lentils, peas, and brown rice. Keeps you full for up to 4 hours. Try a Shake for breakfast, then eat a normal lunch and a shake for dinner. Once you have lost the weight just a have a shake for breakfast and eat a normal lunch and dinner. These are meal replacement shakes. www.puretrim.com

Whatever your reason for covering up your ink, keep the doubters quiet by concealing your tattoos and body art with water-resistant tattoo concealer from TatJacket. The Concealer Blender Pack products are easy to apply plus, there are a variety of skin-color hues so no matter your skin tone, you will be covered. The TatJacket Tattoo Concealer Blender Pack can also be used to conceal any kind of tattoo in a single step. It’s simply removed with soap and water. It’s also useful for hiding scars, acne and other skin imperfections. It is Water-resistant and elastic. www.tatjacket.com

Nectar Of The Gods is a deep treatment conditioner, color sealer, leave-in conditioner, serious detangler, anti frizzer and it helps prevent the damage caused by heat styling. It restores and nourishes dull and lifeless hair, and hair damaged by coloring treatments and the natural environment. You will find it at top salons in Beverly Hills, West L.A, Las Vegas Miami and more. Celebrity Colorist Michael Boychuck and other celebrity hair stylists use it on and recommend it to all of their clients. www.notghair.com

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October 22, 2014

Fall Into Your New Style

Get your new fall color at none other The Salon Professional Academy in The Villages, FL. My beautiful new style was done by soon to be graduate and soon to be Salon Jaylee employee, Alexa Stafford. With my massive curly hair, Alexa stepped up to the challenge. With help from her awesome educators, Mrs. Chestnut (Livia Chestnut) and Mrs. Young (Ashley Young) she knocked it right out of the park.

Photos Courtesy of The Villages Salon Professional Academy

Photos Courtesy of The Villages Salon Professional Academy

I have always loved red, but I wanted to “fall” it up with some highlights in the front. After the color was done and my hair was “chopped” off it was time to style. Using proTENAJ products, Alexa once again knocked it out of the park.

New hair

New hair

I always enjoy getting to go back to the school and encourage the students to follow their dreams and to show them how they to can take this industry by storm. Keep going you guys! There is so much to learn and experience!

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October 20, 2014

Get Celebrity Shine With A Little Toss

Now that red carpet beauty is right at your fingertips with Gloss & Toss Shine Serum and Fortify Hair and Nail Supplement. Created by celebrity hair stylist Billy Lowe, Gloss & Toss are must have beauty products. Gloss & Toss really shows us that beauty is not only on the outside but starts in the inside as well. All products have NEVER been tested on animals and has received the LEAPING BUNNY certification. This is the highest cruelty-free seal of approval.

When I first received Gloss & Toss I couldn’t wait to try out the shine serum and the supplements. Always having trouble with acne, split ends and splitting nails, the Fortify supplements are what I dove into first. We have all heard the phrase ” you are what you eat” right? Whatever we put into our bodies will eventually make its way on the outside. Fortified with BIOTIN, Ginkgo Biloba and Grape Seed, each tablet is a miracle in a capsule and soon you will start seeing what you eat. (forgot to mention they are also Soy-Free). In the first 3 days I started noticing a difference in my skin, my acne was clearing up, my hair was softer and my nails where no longer breaking every time I touched something. Now that was just the first 3 days, you can imagine my surprise after the first week.

Gloss & Toss Supplement

Gloss & Toss Supplement

With all the excitement from the supplements I had totally forgotten that I also received the Gloss & Toss Shine Serum. This light-weight non greasy formula is not your grandma’s remedy for shine, frizz free, humidity resistant hair. First applying it to wet hair, I blow-dried my hair in no time flat and then proceeded to put more in after flat ironing focusing mostly on my ends which are really dry. It was almost like giving my hair a drink of water. The greatest part of this product is it will not build up on hair and it will last through a couple washes.

Gloss & Toss Shine Serum

Gloss & Toss Shine Serum

No wonder so many celebrities are in love with this product. It is definitely “celebrity shine in a bottle”.
So don’t be shy, go to www.glossandtoss.net to get your very own celebrity hair, skin and nails! Also be sure to check out their other products simply by clicking their “shop” tab.

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October 15, 2014

“Pretty Smart Beauty Gadgets” On Your Carolina

Whether you want to get rid of unwanted hair, tame or dry your hair faster, get sparkling teeth, get ready quicker or just plain relax, I suggest gadgets that can help.

Your Carolina

Your Carolina

Watch segment here: http://www.wspa.com/story/26791242/smart-beauty-from-its-a-glam-thing?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=10691979

The WheeMe relaxation robot is designed to make the user relaxed and free from stress. It is palm sized and vibrates while it moves. Simply place it on top of your back and let it do the rest – decreasing blood pressure, decrease in anxiety and more are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to WheeMe’s benefits. The WheeMe robot has smart tilt sensors that prevents it from falling off your back, that way you can enjoy a long, stress relieving, treatment, without any concerns.

WheeMe has 3 relaxation modes: Vibration, Caress, And Tickling with the unique ‘Tingle Fingers’ accessory designed for a delightful tingling sensation. www.wheeme.com

Violife SLIM Sonic Toothbrush is a portable toothbrush available in a variety of bright colors and patterns, the Slim Sonic delivers a sparkling smile with 22,000 brush strokes per minute. The slim, mascara-style vented cap design is ideal for your handbag, gym bag or desk drawer. www.violight.com

Marco Norma is a world renowned hairstylist and designer of YOBRUSH. This brings consumers & “beauty-istas” a new way to reduce clutter in a purse and simplify life. It’s a dual purpose product. Designed for harmless tough detangling, windy days, after sports activities, to use at the gym, or anywhere “on the go”, YOBRUSH keeps you looking good while protecting your iPhone! It’s built right in to the case. In various colors it is available for the iPhone 5 and soon will be available for the iPhone 6. www.yobrush.com

Lindo Twist-n-Roll tweezers gently removes hair in a one twist motion. Its gentle and works like threading or tweezing. This little device will make your face look smooth and rid of unwanted hair on the upper lip, cheeks, neck and chin area. www.facialwork.com

The BLO & GO is a hands free blow dryer holder created to make styling your hair quicker and easier. It attaches instantly to almost any smooth flat surface like mirrors, windows & countertops. It’s like having an extra hand to hold your blow dryer while you dry and style your hair. www.bloandgo.com

The CVS/pharmacy Fogless Shower Mirror is guaranteed fogless for life. It makes caring for your face in the comfort of the shower easy. For the guys it is perfect for close, comfortable shaves. Its is great for home and travel. It comes with a Squeegee and Travel pouch. Water in the easy-fill reservoir neutralizes the mirror and air temperature to eliminate fogging and specially designed suction cups adhere to virtually any wall surface and detach easily. The squeegee wipes away water drops. www.cvs.com

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September 28, 2014

Get A Face Lift in 10 Minutes

Just like our bodies, our facial muscles need to be exercised in order to maintain it’s tone. With these simple facial exercises you can take the worry out of saggy, wrinkled skin and have the beautiful youthful skin we all want. Just 10 minutes will keep you away from the operating table.

Watch the video here on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6gGYeNDhNrU

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August 27, 2014

MIYU Beauty is Turning 1, Let’s Celebrate

MIYU Beauty

MIYU Beauty

 

It’s a Glam Thing is excited to tell you that MIYU Beauty is turning 1 this week! To celebrate, MIYU Beauty is offing a special Birthday promotion. MIYU Beauty is giving away a FREE full size beauty tea with any essence purchase. Visit miyubeauty today! *limit one free gift with every order, while quantities last.

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