While genetics play a significant role in our mane DNA, science can pick up where nature left off. That means starting at the root of the problem: the scalp. “By caring for the scalp, we optimize the underlying nerve circuit, closely connected to our face, to draw more keratin to the area, actually keeping our face younger(!) and relieving our kidneys and liver of excess toxins that are allowed out of our bodies through our growing hair,” says Phylia de M. co-owner, Kazu Namise. Pyhlia de M. is the brainchild of Kidada Jones (daughter of music legend, Quincy) and Kazu. The newly launched, 3-product hair care …
WEEKLY MUST-HAVE:
Dr. Jart BB Cream
December 6, 2011 / Comments (4)
Where have I been? Clearly, not in Asia where the women have already unlocked the secret to a near-perfect complexion. I’ve been hearing buzz about BB creams stateside for some time now — from blogs to glossies, everyone’s lusting over the first American import, Dr. Jart BB Cream, currently available in Water Fuse (oil-free) SPF 25 and Premium SPF 45. Shamefully, I only recently tried it (bad me!)… but, now I can say without a doubt that this is the best new face product on the market. There you have it.
BB stands for Blemish Base but somehow, in it’s journey to the USA, …
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WEEKLY MUST-HAVE:
Arcona Pumpkin Lotion 10%
October 26, 2011 / Comments (1)
In the spirit of Halloween, I thought a pumpkin post would be rather fitting. So, this week’s must have is Arcona’s Pumpkin Body Lotion 10%.
Arcona is a fantastic natural skin and body care line (their cranberry gommage is next level amazing for the face) that was established in 1989 under the pretense that enzymes, antioxidants and amino acids should work together, in synergy, for optimum results. While the skin care is superb (and a must-try) we’ll save our face-gushing for another post.
This week, we’re obsessing over the Pumpkin Body Lotion, a lightweight regenerative cream made with pumpkin extracts and glycolic acid to …
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WEEKLY MUST-HAVE:
Pacifica Color Quench Natural Moisture Lip Tint
October 19, 2011 / Comments (0)
It’s no secret that I love me a tinted lippy. I’ve graced my mouth with Nivea’s Cherry Tinted Lip Balm ever since Labello went under. I’m also really into the “green” movement, with hair, skin, body and cosmetics, so you can imagine my excitement after trying the new Pacifica Color Quench Natural Moisture Lip Tint.
Although they’re not as pigmented as Nivea, they are definitely more hydrating, leaving a healthy tint to my pucker and, major bonus, they’re all natural! Free of sulfates, parabens and petrochemicals, even the most discerning mouth will welcome this lippy. It’s like the sophisticated, chicer version of your …
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WEEKLY MUST-HAVE:
X Out Wash-In Treatment For Acne
October 13, 2011 / Comments (0)
When I was a teen, I had Proactiv to get me through those embarrassing break-out years. Now, the teens have a product that, in my opinion, is even better: X Out Wash-In. Essentially, X Out is a three-in-one benzoyl peroxide treatment that acts as a face wash, a face mask and a zit zapper (ala spot treatment). And guess what: it comes from those fine minds that brought us Proactiv!
The wash is basically the entire three step original Proactiv treatment program bottled into one product. It has something crazy like 8% benzoyl peroxide (the ingredient in both the original Proactiv wash and lotion), …
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