Sexy Summer Eyes… Wet or Dry!

 Sexy Summer Eyes... Wet or Dry!Summer is finally here and so are all the backyard bbq’s and rooftop mixers… a perfect time for sexy summer eyes!

One of my favorite things about summer is switching up my makeup colors into shimmery, summer hues. All the bronzes, golds and sultry browns makes my inner tan girl’s heart sing. Sexy eye makeup in the summer is about keeping it soft and glowing without going overboard on the drama.

With all that heat, why would you want dark, heavy eye makeup? For me,  it’s too much to wear layers of blended shadows on days when we’re in the triple digits. But that doesn’t mean my sexy eyes have the summer off.   One of my favorite shadows to use to create some sexy summer eye looks is the Stila Eyeshadow Trio in Gold Glow.

I love that this shadow can be used either wet or dry which makes is perfect for both day or night. This shimmery, neutral trio is baked on a terra cotta disk for a sheer, never chalky, application. It’s not too sparkly for a casual afternoon bbq or day at the park.

To amp up the drama, apply it wet using the Evian Facial  Spray, either spraying directly to the shadow or onto a brush to intensify the color for a night out with the girls!

 

Product: Stila Eyeshadow Trio in Gold Glow

Price: $28.00

Purchase: All Beauty Collection locations as well as BeautyCollection.com [link to www.beautycollection.com]

 

24HRS of Hydration With Nuxe Creme Fraiche Moisturizer

nuxelogo 24HRS of Hydration With Nuxe Creme Fraiche Moisturizer When the seasons change, your skin often reacts to the environment – particularly in the Winter and Summer.  The dry, cold Winter air is known to dehydrate your skin, but did you know that the Summer can do the same?  When the weather warms up, we all bolt to take advantage of heat.  While we are out shopping and hanging on the beach, the sun is beating down on our delicate skin, sucking the moisture right out.  If you are avoiding the heat and decide to lounge around in your air conditioned apartment, the low humidity that the AC creates can actually does the same.  Even swimming in the pool or ocean can dry you out, with the chlorine and salt breaking down the lipid barriers of your skin, leaving it irritated and dry.

If you are like me, you change moisturizers [sometimes daily] dependent on the condition of your skin.  The Nuxe Creme Fraiche Moisturizer aims to change that, with it’s protein-rich formula that balances your skin while hydrating perfectly.

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How does it work?

Nuxe uses it’s unique Aroma-Lacté concept to create the Creme Fraiche Moisturizer, a 24 hour emulsion that energizes your skin while removing the stressors that cause dehydration and aging.  Formulated with 4 essential oils and 8 plant milks, the silky smooth cream relaxes your skin while you massage it in.  Lasting for 24 hours, the Creme Fraiche Moisturizer continues to work, long after application.

Following the Nuxe brand philosophy, the Creme Fraiche Moisturizer is a full sensory experience, filled with unique essential oils, such as:

  • Absolute of Neroli - a deeply relaxing high floral note, distilled from the delicate petals of orange blossoms
  • Petitgrain Essence – derived from the same tree as the Absolute of Neroli, it is used to maintain moisturize and oil balance
  • White Orange Peel – the peel is filled with antioxidants and vitamin C, clarifying and smoothing your skin with every use
  • Pine Needle -improves circulation and reduces puffiness while cleaning the toxins from your body

Since the Creme Fraiche Moisturizer restores balance to your precious skin, you can say goodbye to oily skin, clogged pores and dry, flaky skin after only a few applications.  Perfect for all skin types, you can apply the Creme Fraiche Moisturizer every morning on both the face and décolleté after cleansing and toning.  For dry skin, a second application can be added in the evening for glowing and radiant skin.

TIP: Two or three times a week, exfoliate before moisturizing to receive the full benefits of the emulsion.  By exfoliating you remove the dead layer of skin cells, allowing your face to fully absorb the nutrients in the Creme Fraiche Moisturizer.  Also, always apply moisturizer to damp skin; according to Barney Kenet, author of How to Wash Your Face, applying moisturizer while the skin is still damp traps the moisture that is still on your skin as well.

You can purchase the Nuxe Creme Fraiche Moisturizer now at all Beauty Collection locations as well as BeautyCollection.com

 

 

 

Rilastil – Transform Your Skin, Italian Style!

When traveling to Italy, you are always guaranteed three things – delectable food, beautiful and inspiring sights and women with bright and glowing skin.  While part of the blessing is attributed to genetics, we like to believe that Rilastil, The Italian Prescription for Healthier Skin™, plays a major role in keeping Italian women looking youthful, radiant and beautiful.

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Istituto Ganassini — the producers of Italy’s best-selling Rilastil Skincare – was originally founded as a Milan-based pharmaceutical business in 1930.  They expanded to produce the first cosmeceutical product in the world in 1971, and Rilastil was born.

For over 40 years, Rilastil has developed innovative products scientifically proven to improve your skin.  As Italy’s number one doctor recommended skincare line, Rilastil virtually guarantees to improve the health, tone, texture and appearance of your skin by actually affecting the biological function of your skin.

With Ganassini continuing to operate as a pharmaceutical company, Rilastil is held to the same high quality production standards. An extensive amount of testing and trials is used to produce their skincare products, as well as Independent University research to verify every claim listed on Rilastil products.  The extensive quality control process guarantees that each and every product from the Rilastil line is curated to perfection; delivering the highest quality skincare products to you.  Unlike some of the  U.S. skincare brands that contain derivatives, synthetics or a small number of active ingredients, Rilastil products utilize high quality raw materials, including over 200 active ingredients.

“You can buy hyaluronic acid of high grade, or you can buy it of low grade.  You can take a huge vat of skincare and drop in one drop of hyleronic acid and say that it’s in the product.  That’s not what Rilastil does.  We use the highest quality ingredients with high concentrations.” says Jennifer Bingham, President of Rilastil USA.

The complete line of Rilastil products contain healing and medicinal-like ingredients that address all of today’s complex skincare needs.  Most products contain 10-30 specially selected active ingredients to show quick and long-standing results.

Do you want to find out which products are right for you?  Jennifer Bingham, President of Rilastil USA shares with Beauty Collection her personal recommendations.  Click through to the next page to begin your journey to beautiful skin!

Rilastil Daily Care Scrub Mask

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“The Rilastil Intensive Scrub Mask is a gentle daily exfoliator and a critical part of a good skincare regimen.  Your skin cells die every night and you should remove them daily to keep your skin soft and smooth.  If you don’t remove the dead skin cells your skin looks dull and dry, your pores can get blocked, and your products don’t sink in as easily.  Most scrubs are harsh on your skin and are designed for weekly use.  The Rilastil Daily Care Scrub Mask is gentle and designed to be used every day, even for sensitive skin.” – Jennifer Bingham, President of Rilastil USA

Rilastil Intensive Face Regenerating Serum

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“The Intensive Face Regenerating Serum immediately moisturizes the skin and gives it an instant softness.  The serum contains over 20 active ingredients to moisturize the skin, as well as mushrooms to regenerate skin cells and strong anti-oxidants to help protect against premature aging.  The Intensive Face Regenerating Serum nourishes the skin on contact, making your skin feel better within minutes of the first use!” – Jennifer Bingham, President of Rilastil USA

Rilastil Intensive Face-Neck Toning Cream

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“The neck is where women show age as we get older because the neck is often left untreated or customers forget to use their moisture on their neck.  The Intensive Face-Neck Toning Cream addresses this, specially designed for the skin of the neck to tone and moisturize the skin, so that you can say goodbye to the chicken neck!” -Jennifer Bingham, President of Rilastil USA

 

 

 

Be a Beauty Queen With OPI’s Miss Universe Collection

Miss Universe Be a Beauty Queen With OPIs Miss Universe Collection

Not everyone can reign supreme as an international beauty queen, but we can celebrate the princess within with the new Miss Universe Collection by OPI.  The glam collection includes four bold colors, each one named after a snarky comment that you might hear backstage.

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Congeniality is My Middle Name – A close relative to Teenage Dream from the Katy Perry OPI Collection, the medium Pink lacquer sparkles brighter than a beauty queen’s crown.

Crown Me Already – A Silver glitter heavy polish – like diamonds in a bottle.

It’s My Year – An iridescent Hot Pink that makes you feel like a real princess.

Swimsuit…Nailed It! – This radiant Blue polish reminds us of the deep ocean.  Get your swimsuits ready!

The Miss Universe Collection by OPI will be available in July 2011 at all Beauty Collection locations.

 

Hit the Road with OPI’s Touring America Collection

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Though the Shatter craze has yet to settle down, OPI continues to pump out drool-worthy lacquers, like those seen in the Touring America Collection.  The twelve piece Collection features a number of Fall inspired colors, ranging from bright Melon and Coral to a selection of dark Earth Tones.  Each one is inspired by a different piece of Americana culture and the historic cities that make up the United States.  The lacquer colors provide an easy, convenient way for you to stay glamorous while on the road.

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“My recent road trip across the country sparked the creation of the Touring America Collection,” says Suzi Weiss-Fischmann, OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director“Autumn is a time for reinvention, and these shades revive classic, iconic colors for fall, from cool heather, khaki and chocolate to warm rose, peach and red.”

Color to Diner For – A classic mix of rose inspired hues

My Address is “Hollywood” – A light rose polish with a tad of pearl mixed in

I Eat Mainely LobsterAre We There Yet? – A bright coral that will leave you begging for an endless Summer

A-taupe the Space Needle -a lustrous Taupe with Olive undertones

Suzi Takes the Wheel – A Gunmetal Grey that is versatile enough to ride the road or hit the town

French Quarter for Your Thought - A lighter shade of Suzi Takes the Wheel with a smooth, polished finish

Get in the Expresso Lane – A deep, rich Brown to kick your Autumn off right

Honk If You Love OPI – A rich Grape color inspired by the winding wine country roads

Road House Blues – A vivid Blue to match your eyeliner in the South

I Brake for Manicures – A cross between Plum and Eggplant with a pearl sheen

Uh-oh Roll Down the Window – Reminiscent of the military bases nationwide, this Olive Green will make you want to salute

 

 Hit the Road with OPIs Touring America Collection