PHYTO , the expert in botanical hair care, introduces Phytolium shampoo and Phytolium 4 treatment, launching September 2010. The energizing shampoo and 4-patent treatment is an all-natural and side effect free alternative to chemical hair loss ingredients such as Minoxidil and Finasteride. Scientists at the Phytosolba Laboratories in Bezons, France, referred to their expertise in plant molecule research, extraction methods and biotechnology to find the most effective botanical ingredients to combat male pattern baldness and alopecia
Steals & Deals: Massive Nordstrom GWP; Free Mini Flat Iron; Philosophy Freebies; More
This week’s biggest Steals & Deals news is definitely Nordstrom’s beauty gift with purchase. Spend $115 on beauty and fragrance and get $100 worth of goodies from brands like Philosophy, Clarins,… [[ This is a content summary only.
I love Etsy.com …I’ve never made any secret of that fact but I’ve always wished we Indians could do more for our little crafty shops on Etsy…OK…so I thought I’d do a little bit of scouting around using Etsy’s Shop Local feature…I was looking for products made by Indians, creations that reflect our rich culture, items that feature our insane love of color and beauty in all possible ways…Here’s what I found…head over to these shops and get a feel of India – real India and Indianness…Enjoy! First stop- The Home Centric Urvi, a qualified Fashion and Textile designer, has been designing for 5 years…I have no ‘one’ favorite that I can point out in her shop…all her cushions and pillow cases are unique and beautiful..No one can stop with one, I say!! The metallic ones really tempt me- must be the Indian love of ‘bling’ that’s making me want each one! Gold Dreams Throw Pillow Cover by The Home Centric on Etsy Plum Beauty – Throw Pillow Cover by The Home Centric on Etsy Marigolds – Throw Pillow Covers by The Home Centric on Etsy The Marigold one is my favorite!!! Such a lovely, bright splash of color…reminds me of saffron and garam masala Second Shop for the day- Mayaruhi Pearl Bhasin, a stay-at-home Mom, makes limited design earrings from semi-precious stones, crystal, cut glass, pearls, shell, 925 silver and 24-karat gold-plated 925 silver. (Her shop is based out of her home in Singapore but cos she’s Indian and her pieces are inspired by Mughal paintings she deserves to be in this list!) Indian agate wrapped hoops by Mayaruhi Coral wrapped hoops by Mayaruhi Rainbow of Agates in big gold hoop by Mayaruhi Now, onto the next shop – HippieKingdom Devi, an Accessory Designer, makes bright and happy jewelry that’s both eco-friendly and recycled- she uses thread, jute, hemp, cardboard and paper in her creations-playful and fun! Coconut Shell and Colorful Tassel Earrings by Hippie Kingdom on Etsy Eco friendly Hemp Bangle by Hippie Kingdom on Etsy Cute Turtle Couple Earrings by Hippie Kigdom on Etsy Eco-friendly Paper Weave Earrings by Hippie Kingdom on Etsy I simply love these earrings!!! They look just right for an afternoon out with friends, while drinking filter kaapi (coffee) Nirvana! Next shop – Bootika Shruti hand paints her products – Tees, Tank Tops, Bags, Belts, Headbands and Cushion Covers!! Her creations use graphics that reflect India- images that every Indian can identify with…Stop by her shop with some chai! Handpainted Tote Bag with Chai Glasses by Bootika on Etsy Handpainted Tee with White Auto rickshaw by Bootika on Etsy Handpainted Tote Bag with Matkas (Indian Pots) by Bootika on Etsy The Last Shops for the day- Art by susmitha and Veganosaurus Susmitha makes Art Beads, Miniature Sculptures and exculsive Artisan Jewelry. She also makes cute little creatures to celebrate Veganism on her other shop-Veganosaurus
Rachel Zoe Project: “How do you pose without a train? I mean, it’s tricky.”
As anyone who has watched previous seasons of The Rachel Zoe Project knows, Rachel literally (Rachel’s definition, not the actual definition that exists in objective reality) lives and breathes on awards shows. The first episode of season three was oddly free of any red carpet machinations, but we ran into the Golden Globes face-first last night.
A new line of therapeutic skincare products is being launched by physicians from the Department of Plastic Surgery at Loma Linda University Health Care. The Blue Zone Aesthetics line of skincare products will be launched at an open house set for 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., Friday, Aug.13, at the Department of Plastic Surgery, 11370 Anderson Street, Suite 2100, Loma Linda, Calif., 92354.
Recently we had relatives visiting with us for a week and that was not only fun but very educational! I learnt a lot about healthy vegetarian diet, meditation and what it really means to be eco-friendly… One of the new concepts I learnt is the “reusable” approach to things you use in your daily life. Not only can you apply it to your shopping bag but you can take one step further and start using
RHNJ: “I couldn’t tell if the boat was swaying or if it was my head.”
Last night marked week 14 in the interminable death march that is the second season of Real Housewives of New Jersey , and my body is starting to show signs of fatigue. My eyes are glassy; my skin, jaundiced
Sunscreens Containing Retinyl Palmitate Do Not Cause Skin Cancer
Despite previous concerns about the cancer-causing potential of sunscreens containing retinyl palmitate (vitamin A), an independent analysis published online in the Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology (JAAD) determined that there is no evidence that the inclusion of retinyl palmitate in sunscreens can cause cancer in humans. “Earlier this year, the Environmental Working Group issued a health warning that sunscreens containing retinyl palmitate could pose a cancer risk,” said dermatologist Henry W. Lim, MD, FAAD, chairman of the department of dermatology at Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit.
A message from Anna Peachey: We are pleased to announce The Virtual World Conference 2010 , a unique event exploring the use of online virtual worlds for learning, collaborative work and business ventures, which will be hosted over a 24-hour period entirely in Second Life on 15 September 2010. The one-day conference, following the sun, will bring together 21 international speakers from around the world to share ideas, showcase innovations and applications, and hold debates with a world-wide audience. This is an excellent opportunity to get a snapshot of leading research and expertise in the field, as well as network with like-minded peers.
The entire line of skin care products from anti-aging product retailer Mango Madness Skin Care is now 100% paraben free. Parabens, which are inexpensive preservatives used in many skin care products, have been linked to health risks in women. Some parabens have also been shown to accelerate skin aging when exposed to sunlight
Ahmad Bilal Gul Styles Ahsan Design Studio Event: Pakistan Fashion Extravaganza London 2010 Models: Nadia Hussain, Mehreen Syed, Neha, Kiran Malik and others Photography and Source of Pictures: Shahid Malik Designers: Gul Styles, Ahsan Design Studio, Ahmad Bilal
Beauty Hotsheet: Sephora Goes Mobile; Mary J. Blige Shatters Sales Records; More
‘Botox Bandit’ nabbed for not paying for more than $4,000 worth of beauty treatments. {FOX News} Sephora is now mobile! Everyone’s favorite beauty retailer has launched a smartphone enabled website..
House of Holland + Sebastian Professional = Ghetto Fabulous Tresses
For Fall 2010, House of Holland showed downtown-meets-ghetto fabulous, starring a sporty bandanna print and B-girl worthy high side-ponytails created by Sebastian. “I’ve worked with Sebastian on quite a few of my shows now and when the opportunity to get my hands on the packaging came up, I wanted to give it the look of my latest show,” explains Henry Holland about his latest collaboration with the hair products brand: three limited-edition Sebastian Professional hero products. “I use the products on my own hair and can imagine I have a good idea of what the Sebastian customer would want as the brand is so edgy.
A Fun Twitter Q&A with Shoe Design Maestro Walter Steiger
From fluorescent leather to transparent plastic, to the shoe world’s first high-heeled riding boot, whimsical boots designed as gloves, and other striking design innovations, Walter Steiger has strongly influenced the evolution of modern footwear design. Founded by Walter Steiger Sr
Over three million people have taken control of their breakouts with Murad’s Acne products. Now, with Murad’s new and improved formulations, millions more will achieve even faster relief from acne, breakouts, and blemishes. Upon comparison of the number of ingredients, Murad’s updated system of products has 160% more calming and soothing agents, 233% more clarifying agents, 500% more vitamins and 700% more antioxidants than the leading acne brand sold on TV.
A pioneer in mobile shopping, Sephora North America today announced the new SephoraMobile shopping experience – the ultimate “Beauty to Go” shopping tool. With a full “tool kit” of features that far surpasses anything else available in the beauty sector today, SephoraMobile offers the most inspiring, easy and innovative shopping experience for beauty lovers by redefining the experience of shopping in Sephora stores and on-the-go
Finally. Unmentionables Worth Mentioning! Plus a Fabu Giveaway.
Remember Fergie’s infamous “pee-pants” episode? You giggled because it wasn’t you. (We did!) However, research shows that approximately one in three women experience light bladder leaks when coughing, sneezing, laughing or moving abruptly….a wee bit of wetness that’s enough to send us sprinting to the nearest Ladies for disaster recovery.
Stylish packaging and pleasing fragrances enhance the at-home experience for those who use the long-term care products in the refreshed line of PROVON skin and hair care products launched today. GOJO Industries has updated its PROVON long-term care products with input from directors of nursing and to respond to new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services guidelines calling for a more homelike environment in long-term care. PROVON long-term care products feature formula enhancements, greater ease of use, and packaging that projects a more homelike experience