February 4, 2014

Sharply Shredded: Fashion on a Mission

On one of my recent It’s a Glam Thing beauty segments for Charlotte Today, I had the chance to meet a young lady who has found a way to combine two of her passions: fashion design and helping her community. Sharply Shredded is a brand new and totally cool clothing line founded by Charlotte designer Alexandra Evans. What makes her line unique is that every piece is hand shredded and woven into different designs, ensuring that no two are ever the same. So if you have one of her shirts, rest assured that you’ll never run into someone else wearing the same thing.  Here’s mine!:

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But another aspect of this company that makes it even more unique is its commitment to supporting and  making a difference in the community. Working closely with local homeless shelters and ministries to help provide job opportunities for those down on their luck, Sharply Shredded hires less fortunate and displaced men and women to help produce their merchandise.  So in turn, the sales of these items directly benefit the employees by enabling them to provide for their families.  Sounds great to me:)

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For more information on the company visit www.SharplyShredded.com or www.Facebook.com/SharplyShredded or call 704-724-8914.

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January 3, 2014

A Little LUSH Love for the New Year

Happy New Year!  I hope that you all had a wonderful holiday and are looking forward to 2014 as much as I am!

With the new year, I have a new love.  I tried a wonderful new soap from one of my favorite beauty companies over the holidays.  LUSH Fresh Handmade Cosmetics are made from fresh, organic fruits and vegetables, the finest essentials and safe synthetics.  There are no preservatives and no animal testing  of their products or ingredients.

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My newest  favorite is their Sultana of Soap.  I’m usually not a big fan of soap because most that I’ve tried are really drying to the skin, but this is the creamiest and most amazing soap I have ever tried!

You’ll notice the difference immediately.  It actually looks like something you could eat.  The bergamot and olibanum scent is perfect for a luxurious, relaxing shower or bath and it leaves your skin super soft and feeling great.

Just walking into a LUSH store is a treat for the senses!  Drop by one and check it out or shop online at www.LushUSA.com

And while you’re shopping, be sure to pick up one of their Charity Pots.  100% of the price (minus the tax) goes to organizations that support environmental conservation, animal welfare and human rights.

 

 

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December 15, 2013

Join me for a Beauty Bake on Your Carolina TV

We all love to try the next best beauty product, but what exactly is in those products? I’ll discuss a “Holiday Beauty Bake” with an assortment of baking ingredients and beauty products that utilize those ingredients in their formulations in a segment on Your Carolina on Monday Dec. 16.

enya flack on your carolina tv

Your Carolina 12/16/13

Video is HERE: www.wspa.com/story/24229719/its-a-glam-thing

Nutmeg! Jessica Cosmetics Body Treats Lotion is formulated with Nutmeg and Black Cherry, which is also another popular baking ingredient. Jessica Vartoughian, the founder of Jessica Cosmetics was recently awarded Glamour Mexico magazines “Glam” award!

Prana SpaCeuticals Shikoma Sugar Dust Exfoliating Scrub – First you’ll want to smell it, amazing! It is formulated with turbinado sugar to exfoliate the driest skin. About Turbino sugar: It is sugar in the raw for pure cane sugar extract.

You can satisfy your sweet tooth without the guilt with Choco2 from luxury Swiss skincare brand, Karin Herzog. This product deep cleans, detoxifies and hydrates using only the finest ingredients – including real Swiss chocolate, Karin Herzog’s patented oxygen formula and potent vitamins and minerals. Active oxygen boosts the skin’s ability to hydrate and nourish, accelerate cell regeneration and restore optimal skin function. You’ll want to try the other chocolate products in the line.

Evanhealy Lemon Thyme Facial Tonic is formulated with a thyme cultivar (Plant) with sweet and refreshing notes of lemon. It’s an important part of a holistic protocol for blemished, teen and impure skin. It minimizes appearance of pores, absorbs excess oil, hydrates, tones and enlivens all skin conditions.

LaVanila is a healthy deodorant comes in Pure Vanilla (which is being featured) , Vanilla coconut (another popular cooking ingredient), Vanilla grapefruit and more. This is an all-natural, freshly scented deodorant. Soothing essential oils like Vanilla blend with for daily defense and nourishment. Clinically Tested. Dermatologist Recommended. No Harsh Chemicals.

Bath and Body Works Twisted Peppermint Body is a blissful blend of refreshing peppermint, sugared snow and vanilla buttercream, frosted with fresh balsam and a hint of musk. It is fortified with nutrient-rich ingredients like protective Vitamin E and fast absorbing Jojoba Oil, the ultra-nourishing formula delivers 16 hours of continuous moisture.

About these ingredients:

Sugar- Safe and natural exfoliator that will help remove dead skin cells. Will not clog your pores. Will help eliminate blemishes and will help balance skin’s natural oils.

Peppermint- Menthol in peppermint oil cools tired skin, brightens dull skin and helps to control excess oil production. By controlling and eliminating excess oil on the skin, peppermint oil can help prevent acne and clogged pores.

Chocolate- Dark chocolate is rich in antioxidants that can help smooth out wrinkles and soften the skin. Makes a great exfoliator that will help remove dead skin cells. Chocolate is also a great moisturizer and can help reduce the appearance of cellulite.

Nutmeg- achieve smoother and healthier skin by helping you treat several skin problems. Can help eliminate blackheads and unclog pores.

Lemon- Lemon juice can help diminish the appearance of scars and age spots. Is also a great natural treatment for acne and the removal of blackheads. Lemon juice is also a great exfoliator if you have oily skin.

Black Cherry- Black cherry juice protects your skin from being damaged by harmful ultraviolet rays. Has great anti-aging benefits.

Vanilla- Vanilla has natural anti-aging qualities. It also makes for a great moisturizer that will help rejuvenate the skin and making it feel soft.

www.jessicacosmetics.com
www.pranaspaceuticals.com
http://us.karinherzog.com/
http://www.evanhealy.com/
http://www.lavanila.com/
www.bathandbodyworks.com

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August 8, 2013

Last night at Bergdorf Goodman

Linda Fargo

 

Last night, Linda Fargo, and fine jewelry/accessories and home designer, Monica Rich Kosann co-hosted an intimate cocktail reception at Bergdorf Goodman to celebrate the launch of Monica’s new shop-in-shop on the Seventh Floor. Guests included  Josh Schulman, Nate Berkus, Susan Kaufman, Adam Glassman, Michael Boodro, Christian Siriano, Freddie Leiba, Rose Marie Bravo, Lola Rykiel, Simon Collins, among others.

Photo Credit: Neil Rasmus, BFA

 

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May 10, 2013

It was a fun day at Carolina Now!

http://www.carolinanow.tv/video/entry/mothers-day

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February 5, 2013

Some of our “Fave” Valentine Treasurers….

NaiLuv Polish Mr. Valentine collection
LASHEM faux Lashes
Bond 007 Men’s Fragrance
Neutrogena Rainbath® Shower and Bath Gel
Sibu Omega 7Chocolates
Prana SpaCeuticals Shikoma Sugar Dust Exfoliating Scrub
H20 Plus Sea Salt Bath Fizz
Tweezerman Pink Perfection Tweezers
Gifts.com  5 lb. Giant Gummy Bear

Visit us at It’s a Glam Thing!

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January 25, 2013

It was a fun time with Megan on “Carolina Now”

Watch HERE for products from RedEnvelope.com , Menza, ROX MPLS, NaiLuv  & Betty Boop.

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December 11, 2012

Hard Candy eye shadow LOVE

I agree with Hard Candy. I am single and loving it! And, I love these Hard Candy eye shadows. I especially love that they are only $3 and you can get them at Walmart. Hard Candy Single and Loving It Eye Shadows come in the great shades that I listed below. There are twelve. (Special note for you: http://www.peta.org lists Hard Candy as a product company that does NOT test on animals.)

I have chosen my favorite and I’ll be wearing it soon so check back and see which one is my “Fave”. – Rachel

Infatuation, Fancy-Free,Vamp, Magnetic, Soiree, Night Out, Wild One, Minx, Unattached, Flirty, Solo, Attraction

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December 4, 2012

Just for you – Some of our favorite things


It's a Glam Thing
Adrienne & Rachel share some of their favorite holiday gift suggestions...

www.calgon.com
www.thymes.com
www.cleanlogicbodycare.com
www.fakebake.com
www.lancome.com
www.tweezerman.com
www.eylure.com
www.violentlips.com
www.philipb.com
www.judithaugustcosmetics.com

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June 27, 2012

Quick Getaways

As exciting as going to movie premiers, attending celebrity gifting suites and posing for the paparazzi can be, every now and then, it’s nice to get away from all of the craziness of Hollywood.

But very few Angelenos and even fewer LA visitors would ever guess that there are many tranquil spots to enjoy right in this area.  Greystone Mansion, a Gothic-English estate in the heart of Beverly Hills, is one of my favorite places to escape and relax.

  

Surrounded by 18.5 acres of parkland, the historical landmark was built in 1928 by a wealthy oil baron but is now used for cultural and educational activities, photo and commercial shoots, weddings, and public events.   It has also been featured in many well-known movies including Indecent Proposal, Spiderman and The Bodyguard, to name a few.

The beautiful fountains and lush gardens remind me a lot of some I’ve seen in Europe….which I love!  And spending a half hour or so walking around the estate (which is free!) is a quick way to get away from it all without taking a trip oversees.

Recently, I was introduced to Garden Alchemy, the newest collection from Thymes and have find that it’s another, even easier way to “get away”.  Thymes paints images of an “ethereal enchanted garden” and promises that the collection’s three original fragrances, Rosemary Sage, Wild Angelica, Lemon Geranium, will “whisk you away to a dreamy, blossoming locale”…and they deliver.

Each unique scent is available in the following forms:  bubbling bath elixir, bath salt envelope, shower gel, body soufflé, mist for body and bed, mini cologne and poured candle.

I especially love the Rosemary Sage Mist for Body and Bed!  Combined with soothing willow bark and calendula extract to heal and moisturize, the relaxing scent is wonderful to use after a shower or bath and using it on my sheets guarantees me a good night’s sleep.

And the packaging is absolutely gorgeous! They look really pretty sitting on your vanity.  If you’re looking for a really nice gift that’s also reasonably priced, you’ll want to check these out.  But be sure to buy extras, you’ll definitely want to keep some for yourself.

Visit www.Thymes.com for more information.

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