Do You Fango ??????

A big believer in Spas. Spa Treatments, Non-invasive procedures , all things pampering... Like most people in today's shaky economy these luxuries are sometimes out of our means , and this is where my search for the best "At-Home" products come into play. Since I am all about turning your home into your very own Spa Sanctuary, my favorite "At-Home" product of the moment is the Borghese Fango Collection (which is very affordable $33.50 7.0 oz / $61.00 17.6 oz - pennies in comparison to a day at the Spa) , which is a rich derivative of Borghese’s spa heritage that brings nourishing minerals, natural botanicals and their exclusive Acqua di Vita® Complex to treatments that polish, refine, renew and restore the skin, hair & scalp. My favorites of the collection are the Fango Active Mud for Hair and Scalp and the Active Mud for Face and Body , I tried both of these out and I was more than pleased with the results. There is a Fango Mud for every skin concern, all listed below :

FANGO ACTIVE MUD FOR FACE AND BODY The original. With mud sourced from the nutrient-rich earth of Tuscany, the signature Acqua di Vita® Complex and natural botanicals like Geranium, Lavender and Avocado oils, this mask eliminates dead skin cells, unclogs pores and detoxifies impurities.

FANGO RISTORATIVO RESTORATIVE HYDRATING MUD FOR FACE & BODY This nourishing multi-purpose mask takes advantage of concentrated minerals and micronutrients, including Kaolin to clear and purify pores, as well as Tahitian sea water and Murumuru butter, to soften, replenish and revitalize dull, depleted skin.

FANGO ACTIVE MUD FOR HAIR AND SCALP This intensive treatment for all hair types not only invigorates and revitalizes your scalp; it adds body to your hair too! The mineral-enriched mud and protein complex moisturizes and removes product buildup while green tea smoothes cuticles and hydrates.

FANGO DELICATO ACTIVE MUD FOR DELICATE DRY SKIN Nothing soothes, calms and moisturizes dry, delicate skin like this exclusive cocktail of Aloe Vera Gel, Oat Protein, Mango Butter, Green Tea, Olive and Chamomile Oils, Vitamin E, Safflower and Grapefruit Oils.

FANGO BRILLANTE BRIGHTENING MUD MASK FOR FACE & BODY A brighter, more radiant complexion is achieved with this mineral-rich mask of Vitamin A and Citrus Unshiu Peel Extract.

One lucky reader will win the Fango Active Mud For Face and Body !

Here are the rules :

1. You must be following @DeesseMagazine and @DoYouFango on Twitter.
2. Make a comment under this post stating that you entered the contest.
3. RT " I've just entered the @DoYouFango and @DeesseMagazine Fango Mud Collection contest" The more times you RT increases your chances of winning.
4. Make sure to check Twitter for updates, on the deadline for entry, and when the winner will be revealed.

Good Luck !!!

essie Fall Collection

With the cold winds and never ending rain the Fall season is making its presence known. One good thing to look forward to is the new essie Fall 2010 Collection which includes 6 stunning new shades including : In Stitches, Limited Addiction, Sew Psyched, Merino Cool, Velvet Voyeur and Little Brown Dress. The Fall Collection by essie is available beginning September 2010 at www.essie.com at fine spas, salons and beauty destinations worldwide.

Liquid Lips!!!!

Just when we thought we've seen everything in terms of lips. KORRES has raised the standard once more with the creation of KORRES RASPBERRY LIQUID LIPSTICK
($22/Sephora), which is an antioxidant-rich natural lipstick that combines the perks of wearing lipgloss + wearing lipstick . Formulated with naturally moisturizing and nourishing ingredients, the lipstick delivers vivid, flattering, lost-lasting color and shine with a lightweight feel (it really is light). The formula balances durable color and sheen with a cushiony, comfortable texture. Its key natural ingredients – Raspberry and Pomegranate extracts – provide effective antioxidant protection.

KORRES RASPBERRY LIQUID LIPSTICK in 54 FUSCHIA
The name of the color is self-explanatory. A great Fuschia shade that is very fun.

KORRES RASPBERRY LIQUID LIPSTICK in 25 NATURAL
The most "Berry" out of the trio it give a natural hint of red - think of that natural blush red that you get when you're pinched, or blushing.

KORRES RASPBERRY LIQUID LIPSTICK in 30 NUDE BEIGE
This color goes on nude and is the most subtle of the trio. I love all three colors, but this one is currently my favorite .

Been to Milan Lately ????

lux·u·ry

(lgzh-r, lksh-) n. pl. lux·u·ries 1. Something inessential but conducive to pleasure and comfort. 2. Something expensive or hard to obtain. 3. Sumptuous living or surroundings: lives in luxury.

car

(kär) n. 1. An automobile. 2. A vehicle, such as a streetcar, that runs on rails: a railroad car. 3. A boxlike enclosure for passengers and freight on a conveyance: an elevator car. 4. The part of a balloon or airship that carries people and cargo. 5. Archaic A chariot, carriage, or cart.

I usually don't write about cars , this is a beauty / fashion based site. Sometimes you have to make an exception. That exception is Luxury Cars. Luxury Cars are the thought of the day..I recently came across the cutest little auto usate milano site ( means "used car Milan") that has the chicest cars Europe can offer. This Italian website ( luckily you have the option to translate the language to english ) site gives consumers the option to vendita auto usate (meaning "sell used cars") in addition to proudly say compro auto usate (meaning "I buy used cars")!!! Like this Porsche 993 Carrera (pictured, above) , along with many other great car models to choose from luxury car brands (New and Preowned ) - Audi, Toyota, Maserati, Porsche, Astin Martin, BMW, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Ford Mustang , Jaguar, Mitsubishi, Mercedes, Insignia, Nissan, Volkswagen, Lexus, Chrysler, Alfa Romeo Alfetta, Daihatsu Terios, Abbey Road Mini, and Mini Coopers just to name a few. It makes me want to move to Italy and live in a little Villa in the middle of nowhere and buy a cute little Mini Cooper to get around !! ( we can all dream can't we???!!) This site is also perfect to check out if you happen to moving abroad anytime soon, or you have a friend or two living in Europe. Or maybe if you just want to look at some nice foreign cars, check this site out!

Lucky Legs Friday!!!

You too can have a Lucky Friday the 13th along with Lucky Legs Cooling Serum by Mama Mio !!!
This is literally a "Spa Treatment in a Bottle" with the instant "cooling" ease it provides your overly worked legs and feet , great for swollen and heavy limbs as well . Other than being lucky, your legs will be "sparkly" as well - since the lucky lotion leaves a super-subtle sparkly shimmer. You get Spa Treatment, Relief, and Shimmer all from one product - that's more than enough to keep you feeling lucky from this Friday !

Skincare Product of the Week

Lavanila Healthy Sunscreen SPF 40 for Face ($28) – A highly nourishing and safe alternative to chemical-laden formulas, the Healthy Sunscreen is developed with a new generation of natural mineral sunscreens that offer superior protection, youth-promoting antioxidants and immune supporting botanicals. Perfect for sensitive skin, the fragrance-free, ultra-sheer formula glides on smoothly with no white residue.

Lavanila products can be purchased at Sephora/Sephora.com.

Get Your Nails Runway Ready

On the eve of Fashion week, Mattése Elite (mostly known for neon colors) just released the uber chic color palette for fall featuring shades inspired by the you guessed it, the Runway !!! Toned down pastels, and ultra glam metallic shimmers to get us through the autumn days and nights ahead.
This collection includes fabulous colors like "Factory Girl" ( pale pastel blue cream shade) , "Nutty Hat Guy" (multi shimmer glitter shade) , and "Dirty Slut" ( nude cream shade) all pictured above - (which are my favorites of the moment) just to name a few, you can view the whole collection here .



"Nutty Hat Guy" and "Dirty Slut" make a beautiful pairing , as I did my nails in these two shades just yesterday - which got rave reviews. Another added bonus is that these fab polishes are economically friendly at only 5.99 each available at all Rickys NYC stores and www.rickysnyc.com , there is no reason why you can not acquire the whole collection!!!!

Layering For Fall

au·tumn

(ôtm) n. 1. The season of the year between summer and winter, lasting from the autumnal equinox to the winter solstice and from September to December in the Northern Hemisphere; fall. 2. A period of maturity verging on decline. adj. 1. Of, having to do with, occurring in, or appropriate to the season of autumn: autumn foliage; autumn harvests. 2. Grown during the season of autumn: autumn crops.

With the summer season coming to an end , and the autumn/fall season vastly approaching . Now is the time to decide on what fall trends we'd like to try, or what fall classic looks we'd like to revisit as well. I have always been a fan of the "layered" look, which starts off light in the late summer early fall, and gets more texture as the temperatures fall during the winter months. Long Cardigans, leggings under minis or shorts, the layering of lightweight tees over jeans, there is so many options to achieving this look. A good idea is to start with thermal ladies undergarments ( tees, vests, leggings, ) , and take it from there. Another cute idea is to try bright vibrant colors for fall although its usually the season where neutrals is the option, its fun to change things up a bit with bright colors, or even fun prints.

FLIRT! Cosmetics at the Teen Choice Awards

FLIRT! Cosmetics mixed and mingled with some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and teen icons at Teen Choice 2010 exclusive MorrocanOil Celebrity Gift Retreat produced by Backstage Creations. FLIRT! Cosmetics very own ItGirl (@FLIRTitGirl) was tweeting the whole time backstage, and it was very entertaining to read - almost more interesting than the awards itself!!! Stars from favorite television shows and movies such as Glee, The Twilight Saga, Wizards of Waverly Place, Modern Family, Step Up 3D and The Secret Life of the American Teenager all received an exclusive FLIRT! “red carped ready” kits ( pictured , above) which included everything they needed to get glam for the night including FLIRT! It Curl Mascara, FLIRT! Glamourazzi Lip Lacquers and FLIRT! Rock-n-Rebel Fragrance.The whole FLIRT! Cosmetics backstage twitter access was a real pleasure to follow, and if you are not following already , make sure to follow @FLIRTitGirl on twitter!!!

For more behind-the-scenes fun and images of celebs at the suite make sure to check out FLIRT!’s Facebook page www.facebook.com/FLIRTCosmetics and WireImage.com.

Get Into Sequins

se·quin
(skwn)
n.
1. A small shiny ornamental disk, often sewn on cloth; a spangle.
2. A gold coin of the Venetian Republic. Also called zecchino.
tr.v. se·quined, se·quin·ing, se·quins
To affix sequins to (a garment, for example).

Small shiny ornate disks , that adorn everything from accessories, clothing to furniture - sequins always turn up the glam factor a notch when added. Sequin dresses are one of my most favorite choices for evening looks, because there is something about that little hint of "sparkle" that they add. Sequins when added in a subtle approach ( like in the dresses shown above) can go a long way - its glamorous and flashy without being too over the top. More recently, there was a picture of these Ralph Lauren Distressed Jeans that were adorned with sequins as well- its a mix of edge and glam. For the Fashion Mavericks, a Full on Sequin Dress , or even Palettes ( sequins older sister) are a real "show stopper" option. Another great option to add sequins to a look is with accessories. A simple look with a pair of sparkly sequin shoes ( think something similar to those gold Louboutin pumps Carrie wore in Sex and The City 2) , its such a visual treat ! Whatever option you choose, just make sure you choose to add a little glitz, sparkle and glam with sequins!!!

Laser is the New Black

So gone are the days of shaving ( sooo Pre-Historic Age), waxing, hair removal creams, and epilators . Laser hair removal is the new-age go-to option for obtaining a silky smooth hairless body - permanently.
If you've recently tuned into the latest reality televisions series that rhymes with "Lardashians" - you would have noticed that two very famous celebutante sisters went in for laser hair removal session and it was so pleasant - well it appeared to be on t.v. They chatted away during their sessions as if nothing was being done. I am quite sure after this episode aired , the rise in requests for laser hair removal will soar. Which is a good thing, isn't it???

** Keep in mind , that if your skin is of darker tones - (including myself) laser is not recommended as the best hair removal option.**

Here are a few helpful tips for pre and post laser hair removal

Pre - Laser Hair Removal

• Please ensure to shave treatment area at least 24 hours before each treatment to avoid any irritation in area after treatment. If this is not done prior to treatment an additional charge will apply.
• A cooing device and gel will be used with the laser to minimize the sensation.
• Safety considerations are important during the laser treatment protective eyewear must be worn by the client and all therapists in the laser room during the procedure.

Post - Laser Hair Removal

• Immediately after the treatment, there may be erythema (redness) and oedema (swelling) of the treatment area, which may last up to 2 hours, or longer. The erythema may last up to 2-3 days. The treated area may feel warm for a few hours after the treatment. Avoid picking or scratching the treated area. Aloe Vera gel only may be applied to the treated area to reduce any discomfort.
• All forms of exercise should be avoided for 24 hours after the treatment.
• Light Make-up may be applied to the area after the treatment,
• Exfoliation of the area must be avoided for 48hrs after treatment.
• Avoid sun exposure (including sunbeds) to reduce the chance of Hypopigmentation or Hyperpigmentation. An SPF3O is advised to be worn on treatment area.
• Do NOT use any other hair removal products or similar treatments (waxing, electrolysis, tweezing or hair removal creams) that will disturb the hair foIicIe during treatment course. Shaving is the only method of hair removal that can be used while receiving Laser treatment.
• All heat treatments (inc. showers, baths, steam and sauna) should be avoided for 24 hours after treatment.
• Anywhere from 5-14 days after having this treatment, shedding of the hair MAY occur and this appears as new hair growth. This is NOT new hair growth. You can clean and remove the hair by washing or wiping the area with a wet cloth or loofa sponge.
• After the underarms are treated, use a powder in place of deodorant for 24 hours after the treatment to reduce skin irritation.

Skinny Jeans For Fall

skin·ny
(skn)
adj. skin·ni·er, skin·ni·est
1. Very thin. See Synonyms at lean2.
2. Of, relating to, or resembling skin.
jean
(jn)
n.
1. A heavy, strong, twilled cotton, used in making uniforms and work clothes.
2. jeans Pants made of jean, denim, or another durable fabric.


Skinny Jeans - very thing, resembling to skin , yet very strong and durable due to the fabric. Skinny jeans have burst on to the scene a couple of seasons ago , and they have made their place in the womens jeans category , and it looks like they're here to stay. For fall, skinny jeans are a definite MUST on your classic staple list ( classic staples - meaning timeless items that are not trendy, you can wear season after season- so these items its okay to splurge on them because they will last the test of time in your wardrobe.), while shopping / updating your closet for fall. With great options like corduroy, twill, velvet, denim, whether you choose dark colors (navy, khaki, black) or bold bright hues. Another fun option is the distressed styles - not loved by everyone, yet I have a great appreciation for them. I think distressed denim can be dressed up and down, and especially when paired with glam accessories - it makes a great marriage between glam and edge. There is a skinny jean for every occasion.

Get the look : Tarte-lette Chic

Beauty in a Box: Bronze Smoky Eye ($112 Value/$45)

Sephora teamed up with Tarte for this limited-edition (available from this month till October - so get to it Tarte-lettes!!) kit featuring their favorites from the stellar line. Another added bonus is the step-by-step tutorial on how to achieve the "Bronze Smokey Eye" , it makes you feel like you have one of the Sephora specialists in the comfort of your own home. This kit is great for everyone, but I especially love these for the make-up novices, who think its impossible to achieve a great "face" on their own. Kits like these are great, and reinforce that you too can be your own make-up artist! I love love love the Deluxe Lights, Camera, Splashes! Natural Waterproof Mascara - you really look like you're wearing false lashes, and the waterproof aspect is great on these hot summer days where me tend to sweat more (say goodbye to racoon eyes!).

This set contains:
- Full size Lock & Roll 12-Hour Eyeshadow, burnt bronze
- Full size EmphasEYES™ Waterproof Clay Shadow/Liner, plum
- Full size Rise & Shine Lip Gloss And Stain, nude
- Full size Clean Slate Natural Face Primer
- Deluxe Mineral Powder Bronzer, park ave princess
- Deluxe Lights, Camera, Splashes! Natural Waterproof Mascara

TEN Limited Edition Collector's Palette ($182 Value /$44)

Its second nature that every season there is a new Limited Edition Palette from Tarte to be featured at Sephora. Not to be outdone by its predecessors , this kit features a nice mix of 10 shimmer and matte shadows to end the summer and kick off the fall. A great addition to this set is the double-sided eyeliner - (Tarte eyeliners are on my list of favorites from the EmphasEYEs to the standard eyeliners love em' all!) in plum , and black - so the liner+shadow color combination possibilities are endless!!! Best of all this pretty little case (its so cute, wish I could use it as a clutch!) is reusable ( Tarte always things Green ) , so once these shadows are done you can just pop-in a whole set of new colors.

This set contains:
10 x 0.06 oz Eyeshadows:
-Top row - left to right: matte soft pink, shimmering silver gray, soft shimmering gold, vibrant shimmering copper, vivid shimmering amethyst
-Bottom row - left to right: shimmering deep plum, matte almost black, deep shimmering chocolate, deep shimmering forest green, vivid shimmering teal
-0.04 oz Double-sided eyeliner: matte deep black and deep plum
-0.10 oz Lights, Camera, Lashes! clinically-proven natural mascara

Both of these sets are available at Sephora stores and Sephora.com

Happy Shopping !!!!

Sultra Presents : The Bombshell

Everywhere you turn, there's waves from Runways to Red Carpets to Beaches to your local supermarket. There's so many methods in creating this iconic style which includes - flat irons, curling irons, double barrell irons, rollers, pin curls, sectioning the hair, you name it - the list is never ending. Sultra Beauty (which has been so good to Dèesse Magazine) has created a new tool to help us master this style and took it one step further with the creation of The Bombshell . Recently featured in Allure magazine, it is the first consumer clip-less iron which will help create the curls or waves you want in half the time with no lines caused by clip curling irons. I have experienced those unsightly lines while using either flat irons or curling irons, and they're annoying. I liked using this iron to create waves in my hair, and I found it very easy to use. The Bombshell's smooth rod barrel provides constant, even 360°f heat, which is great because it makes curling your hair faster - which is great because the faster you get through the hair, the less heat damage . The Bombshell features the Kyocera® Ceramic Technology which repairs the hair with infrared rays while you style , universal voltage , and complimentary safety glove included. The Bombshell can be purchased at Sultra.com , Sephora Stores and Sephora.com and retails for $130.

LUXE for Oceana

Lisa Vogel

During Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Swim - LUXE by Lisa Vogel( creative director of LUXE and co-president of RAJ Manufacturing, swimwear’s largest house of fashion.)showcased the latest designs that which will benefit Oceana, the largest international nonprofit organization focused solely on ocean conservation.
“It’s important to understand the ocean food chain and how disrupting that balance affects our world,” continues Vogel. “I want my children to enjoy the ocean and aquatic life as much as I did growing up, so I’m doing my part to drive awareness about Oceana’s efforts through my new LUXE for Oceana collection.”
Oceana focuses on preserving and restoring water and beach quality, fisheries,
fish habitats, and marine sanctuaries with offices in North America, Central America, South America and Europe.

This is my favorite look from the collection - it embodies everything the LUXE brand represents, Modern, Luxury, Sophistication. The vibrant shades of blue tie in perfectly with the Oceana cause. I also love this models hair, subtle pretty beach-waves.

Summer Skin Solutions..

With temperatures over 90 degrees this week , skincare is more important than ever. Here are my top 4 picks for the week.




4. Murad Clarifying Cleanser (Rickysnyc.com;$26.00). This mild cleanser, cleans skin while preventing future breakouts. Chamomile and Green Tea Extracts comfort irritated skin.
Calm skin, calm mind.
This Cleanser is great for either Day or Night, but with days filled with off the charts temperatures paired with high levels of humidity, its a great prep for the steamy day ahead of you.




3. Peter Thomas Roth Max Collection Correction Pads (Rickysnyc.com; $35.99).
Exclusively formulated to cleanse skin, clear up blackheads, refine pores, and
reduce the appearance of fine lines.
Peter Thomas Roth is one of my favorite skin care lines. They can easily be used to freshen up the face mid-day / prep for a post- work outing.




2. AHAVA Protective Moisturizing Fluid (Rickysnyc.com; $34.00). Alcohol free light cream-gel made with natural Dead Sea Minerals for all skin types. Calms and soothes skin while working to reduce future signs of aging and fine lines with SPF 15.
I love products infused with SPF! I also like the fact that this moisturizer is alcohol free ( which tends to dry out the skin) and lightweight is a bonus in the hot Summer months - where we don't need for our faces to feel "weighed down" with product.

1.Korres YOGHURT Cooling Gel (Sephora.com; $23.50) This ultra cooling and soothing cream-gel provides long-lasting, refreshing comfort for face and body. Yoghurt, a natural source of lactose, proteins, minerals and vitamins, increases the water content of the skin’s top layers, instantly relieving UV-induced redness and burning sensation. Epilobium angustifolium and Fennel extracts provide exceptional anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant benefits, helping sun-exposed skin recover.

My favorite on the list of products . I usually use Aloe Vera Gel, but this has now become my go-to post sun exposure product!!! It has worked wonders on my skin post-sun exposure. You literally feel the "cooling" sensation especially on areas where the sun may have possibly burned. I've noticed a difference once I started using this moisturizer , that I can't imagine not using it anymore. I highly recommend this moisturizer !

For more information on the products listed above , Check out Sephora.com(Korres) and Rickysnyc.com (Murad, AHAVA, Peter Thomas Roth Max Collection).

Dublins Leader in Laser Hair Removal

Although I live in New York City. I love discovering great anything new and innovative in regards to beauty - even if it is continents away.
When it comes to laser hair removal Dublin , Urbana is leading the pact. It is the only location in Ireland to offer the Soprano XL 2nd Generation and Soprano XL BLU 3rd Generation Lasers , making it Ireland's only dedicated SopranoXL Laser Hair Removal Clinic. This I find to be astonishing , and a great honor on their behalf - to be the only location to provide such innovative technology to its clients.
According to the companys website:
"Laser Hair Removal at Urbana is performed using only the latest in laser technology and our laser clinic is proud to be one of the market leaders in laser hair removal. Using the Fully FDA Approved, Medical Grade, Soprano XL 810nm Diode Lasers, our clients are assured that their laser treatment will give a lasting and permanent reduction in the amount of hair growth and will allow clients to continue with their daily routine unhindered by their course of treatment. "
The laser experience at Urbana is described as being "Pain-Free, Hair-Free" . It takes cutting-edge medical laser technology and combines it with the comfort and convenience of a trip to the spa ( we all love going to the spa). The Pain-Free, Hair-Free process uses new breakthrough technology that has been described as one of the most comfortable laser hair removal options available. Comfort is always a plus when going in for hair removal services , which never tend to be painless as promised.
Pain-Free, Hair-Free works by using pulses of infrared diode laser energy to gradually heat the hair follicles in the subdermal layer of skin until they can no longer produce new hair. Using unique, IN-Motion™ technology and a patented DualChill™ treatment tip, the surface of your skin stays cool and comfortable. The sweeping motion also eliminates any skipped or missed spots common to other types of laser hair removal.
So if you're in Dublin anytime soon, make sure to check out Urbana.