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Archive for April, 2007
LUXE Essentials
Monday, April 30th, 2007
Nydia Norville is the Founder of Luxe Essentials, a bath & body company promoting organic and natural ingredients. Luxe Essentials is situated in New York City and offers a array of products online – such as Body Butter, Bath Salts and Body Oil.
Body Butter
The Body Butter is available in three sizes – 2oz, 4oz, 8oz
A deep moisturizing blend of shea, cocoa and mango butter enriched with organic and essential oils and is 100% natu
ral. It will help condition, soften and smooth the skin and prevents dryness.
Body Oils
Organic essential oil is combined with safflower oil to make the ultimate product for relaxing your mind, body and spirit. Use for a sensual massage or add a drop to your bath.
Organic essential oil is combined with safflower oil to make the ultimate product for relaxing your mind, body and spirit. Use for a sensual massage or add a drop to your bath.
Bath SaltsA blend of Dead Sea Salt and organic buds or essential oils will soak the stress of your day away.
All Luxe Essentials products are available in three fragrances – Lavender, Lemongrass and Orange. For more information or to purchase products please visit http://www.luxeessentials.com/
Written by Lesley Ellen Mirza | share a comment | print this | tell a friend
Categories: Bath Salts,Body Butter,Luxe Essentials
It’s A Winner!
Friday, April 27th, 2007
The annual Canadian Fragrance Awards was held last night in Toronto, with prizes awarded for Best Fragrance Editorial in Canada, Best Full Market Launch, Favourite Scent – Judge’s Choice.
I am pleased to announce that Tom Ford’s Black Orchid won the prestigious award for “Best Luxe Launch.” We reviewed this highly acclaimed fragrance last year – click here to read the article.
“This is an honor for all of us at Tom Ford Beauty. We hold the members of this organization in the highest esteem, as the leading arbiters of prestige and talent in the fragrance industry,” says Andrea Robinson, President of Tom Ford Beauty.
Black Orchid is Tom Ford’s first signature fragrance since leaving Gucci and evokes luxury and sophistication by capturing the timeless luxury and worldly glamour of classic fragrances of the past.
For more information on Tom Ford’s Black Orchid visit http://www.tomford.com/
Written by Lesley Ellen Mirza | share a comment | print this | tell a friend
Categories: Estee Lauder,Tom Ford
Men and The Spa
Thursday, April 26th, 2007
Did you know that one out of every three spa visitors is a man? That is what researchers at Allure Magazine found out.
It does not surprise me as I think men are wanting to take better care of themselves – for their personal appearance at work, for their partner and just because it makes them feel better. A man having a facial, manicure or pedicure should not be taboo.
My husband went for his first facial at Christmas time and he LOVED it. It made him realize that he needs to look after his skin and now he uses a good face wash and….a moisturiser!
Here are ten tips from Enrique Ramirez, Spa Director of Face to Face NYC Day Spa, on what men should know before they go to the spa:
“1. Shave before a facial.
Although not a major requirement, it does make a difference to your facialist. A smooth beard area gives the opportunity to treat any signs of razor burn, ingrown hairs, or neck irritation caused by use of an old razor. Otherwise, these concerns will go unnoticed.
Although not a major requirement, it does make a difference to your facialist. A smooth beard area gives the opportunity to treat any signs of razor burn, ingrown hairs, or neck irritation caused by use of an old razor. Otherwise, these concerns will go unnoticed.
2. Arrive 10 minutes early before your appointment.
This will allow you a stress-free check in. Many spas require an intake form to be filled out before your scheduled treatment. It also gives you time to change, freshen up or decompress.
3. Underwear is a choice.
For those shy fellows, you do have a choice to keep on your tighty whities or go commando during a massage or body treatment. Whatever you choose, it will be fine with your professional spa technician. No need to explain!
4. Shower before a massage.
Make a point to arrive early so you can hit the shower; a squeaky clean scent will make your masseur want to rub instead of run!
5. Tip your spa technician.
Show appreciation to your spa technician with a 15-20% tip. Your spa technician will remember and will take extra special care of your face next time you’re in the spa.
6. Turn off cell phones and mobile hand-held devices.
Spas create a soothing, relaxing and mellow environment to help you whack crazed nerves or tension, which can be ruined with the piercing sound of a mobile phone. Show that you’re a guy with good manners and shut them off.
7. Don’t put on body lotion before waxing.
It will make your back waxing less painful and easier to remove the strip wax. Also, it’s very important that you inform the technician if you are using Retin-A or Accutane, as this will avoid an awkward moment when your skin is being removed along with your hair.
8. Keep voices down when entering the spa.
Calm and reflective tones are welcomed! You’re not at the Super Bowl.
9. Be open with your spa technician.
Inform your technician of any body, mental or skin ‘imbalances’ such as allergies, medications that may affect your skin, torn ligaments, claustrophobic etc. Your spa technician will then customize your massage, facial or nail treatment.
10. Don’t work out after a spa treatment.
You’ve just paid all that money to relax your muscles. Why would you want to then go and tense them up again? ”
Most spas have treatments specially for men so ask when you are booking. Also, why not go with your partner and make it a fun event!
Written by Lesley Ellen Mirza | share a comment | print this | tell a friend
Categories: The Men's Room
Eye Creams for Every Budget
Wednesday, April 25th, 2007
We can’t all afford to spend a million dollars on an eye cream and there are so many out there that it can be confusing. Here are some eye creams that I have recently tried and really liked with prices ranging from $26.99 to $85.00.
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Olay Regenerist Eye Derma-PodI saw the Regenerist Eye Derma-Pod on the TV and thought they were so very cool. They are very easy to use – just squeeze the pod to release the cream into the sponge, dab onto area around eye and then gently massage into that skin. Use three times a week and you’ll see your lines soften and puffiness will decrease.
24 pods for $26.99 USD $32.99 CAD from your favourite drugstore.
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Skincode Revitalizing Eye Contour CreamA multi-active cream that soothes, nourishes and refreshes the skin to soften fine lines and reduce puffiness around the delicate eye area.
$35.00 USD available from Walgreens
Kenzoki Ice Cold Eye Cream
Kenzo have a beautiful line of skincare products by the name of Kenzoki. Ice-Cold Eye Cream is applied to the area around the eye in the morning and contains ginger flower to decongest and firm. This eye cream is different as it is kept in the fridge! It feels so wonderful when you put it on.
$45.00 USD from www.kenzousa.com
This eye cream uses a unique, patent-pending revolutionary bi-mineral complex combined with malonic acid and rich emollients to replenish elastin and boost collagen production while the skin naturally repairs itself at night. Also contains Blueberry Extract which provides antioxidants that help eliminate free radicals.
$85.00 USD $92.00 CAD from www.eskincarestore.com
Written by Lesley Ellen Mirza | share a comment | print this | tell a friend
Mother’s Day
Tuesday, April 24th, 2007
I love my Mum and am ready for Mother’s Day. I am taking her to the Pan Pacific Hotel for their fantastic Mother’s Day Brunch – yummy.
What will you be doing for your Mother? If you are still trying to think what to buy her, here are some suggestions…
Dior J’Adore Gift Set
Set includes a 1.7 oz Eau de Parfum Spray, 2.5 oz Perfumed Body Lotion, a 2.5 oz Perfumed Bath and Shower Gel, and a signature black satin and lace purse.
$66.00
Stella McCartney Stella Night And Day Refillable Purse Spray
This purse spray contains two Stella Eau de Parfum Sprays, along with two Stella Rose Absolute Eau de Parfum Sprays.
$58.00
Bvlgari Rose Essentielle Gift Set
Set includes a 1 oz Eau de Parfum Spray and a 1 oz Scented Candle in a signature gift box.
$65.00
For more fragrance ideas check out this great slideshow from Women’s Health Magazine.
Sephora Summer Blockbuster Palette
A two-tiered palette for eyes, face, and lips, plus all the tools you need to put together endless looks.
$36.00
Smashbox Beauty Book
A must-have set of Smashbox products and insider beauty secrets for face, eyes, and lips
$60.00
Bare Escentuals Wearable Lip Kit
Kit contains 0.15 oz lipstick, 0.2 oz lip gloss, 0.008 oz lip liner
$30.00
Sephora Face & Eye Travel Tool Kit
Set includes a powder/blush brush, eyeshadow blending brush, eyeshadow smudge brush, eyeshadow crease brush, and an angled brow/liner brush.
$32.00
No matter what you get for your Mother, she will love it!
Written by Lesley Ellen Mirza | share a comment | print this | tell a friend
Categories: bvlgari,Dior,Eye Shadow,Gifts,Sephora,Stella Mccartney
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