Sinful Colors: Call You Later and Show Me The Way, Gold Striping Tape.
Green is hot right now, so this nail is in hommage to everything ’70s – Avocado paint, metallic striping, and an updated version of the Cadillac Coup deVille via Snoop Doggy Dog.
I’ve got this look on my ring finger right now, with the solid green on the other nails.
Fashion Week in New York City has released the Fall Winter 2010 schedule. What would be your dream shows to attend? After 17 years in Bryant Park, the location will move for the s/s shows this fall. Expect the good times to roll in February!
| THURSDAY FEBRUARY 11, 2010 | |
| 10 AM | BCBGMAXAZRIA TENT |
| 11 AM | RICHARD CHAI PROMENADE |
| 1 PM | DUCKIE BROWN SALON |
| 2 PM | TONI MATICEVSKI Altman Building, 135 West 18th Street |
| 3 PM | PORTS 1961 PROMENADE |
| 4 PM | ANNE BOWEN 25 West 39th Street |
| 5:30 – 7 PM | LA PERLA TBA |
| 6 PM | FARAH ANGSANA SALON |
| 7 PM | THE HEART TRUTH’S RED DRESS COLLECTION 2010 TENT |
| FRIDAY FEBRUARY 12, 2010 | |
| 9 AM | CYNTHIA STEFFE SALON |
| 10 AM | PROJECT RUNWAY TENT |
| 11 AM | YIGAL AZROUËL PROMENADE |
| 12 PM | MICHAEL ANGEL SALON |
| 3 PM | CHRISTIAN SIRIANO PROMENADE |
| 6 PM | NICOLE MILLER SALON |
| 8 PM | CHARLOTTE RONSON TENT |
| 9 PM | VENEXIANA SALON |
| SATURDAY FEBRUARY 13, 2010 | |
| 10 AM | LACOSTE TENT |
| 11 AM | GEORGES CHAKRA PROMENADE |
| 1 PM | ANDY & DEBB SALON |
| 2 PM | ADAM PROMENADE |
| 3 PM | ACADEMY OF ART UNIVERSITY TENT |
| 4 PM | PRABAL GURUNG SALON |
| 8 PM | ARISE MAGAZINE AFRICAN COLLECTIVE – PART III TENT |
| SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2010 | |
| 10 AM | LELA ROSE SALON |
| 11 AM | LUCA LUCA PROMENADE |
| 12 PM | MALANDRINO 711 Greenwich Street |
| 1 PM | DKNY TBA |
| 2 PM | REBECCA TAYLOR SALON |
| 2 PM | CALVIN KLEIN MEN’S COLLECTION 205 West 39th Street, Ground Floor |
| 3 PM | HERVÉ LÉGER by MAX AZRIA PROMENADE |
| 4 PM | DIANE VON FURSTENBERG TENT |
| 5 PM | TONYCOHEN SALON |
| 5 PM | Y-3 TBA |
| 7 PM | TULEH PROMENADE |
| 8 PM | CUSTO BARCELONA TENT |
| 9 PM | VASSILIOS KOSTETSOS SALON |
| MONDAY FEBRUARY 15, 2010 | |
| 10 AM | CAROLINA HERRERA TENT |
| 11 AM | CARLOS MIELE PROMENADE |
| 12 PM | JILL STUART New York Public Library, Astor Hall |
| 12.30 PM | DONNA KARAN COLLECTION 711 Greenwich Street |
| 1 PM | TRACY REESE SALON |
| 2 PM | DONNA KARAN COLLECTION 711 Greenwich Street |
| 3 PM | MONIQUE LHUILLIER PROMENADE |
| 4 PM | YEOHLEE TBA |
| 5 PM | TADASHI SHOJI SALON |
| 6 PM | ECCO DOMANI FASHION FOUNDATION TENT |
| 7 PM | PERRY ELLIS PROMENADE |
| TUESDAY FEBRUARY 16, 2010 | |
| 9 AM | ELIE TAHARI SALON |
| 10 AM | BADGLEY MISCHKA TENT |
| 11 AM | VERA WANG PROMENADE |
| 1 PM | PAMELLA ROLAND SALON |
| 2 PM | MAX AZRIA TENT |
| 3 PM | DENNIS BASSO PROMENADE |
| 5 PM | DIESEL BLACK GOLD TBA |
| 6 PM | THUY SALON |
| 7 PM | TIBI PROMENADE |
| 8 PM | NARCISO RODRIGUEZ TENT |
| 9 PM | TONI FRANCESC SALON |
| WEDNESDAY FEBRUARY 17, 2010 | |
| 9 AM | TORY BURCH SALON |
| 10 AM | MICHAEL KORS TENT |
| 11 AM | NANETTE LEPORE PROMENADE |
| 2 PM | 3.1 PHILLIP LIM TENT |
| 3 PM | MILLY by MICHELLE SMITH PROMENADE |
| 5 PM | ALEXANDRE HERCHCOVITCH SALON |
| 6 PM | ANNA SUI TENT |
| 7 PM | BRIAN REYES PROMENADE |
| THURSDAY FEBRUARY 18, 2010 | |
| 9 AM | RALPH LAUREN 275 Hudson Street |
| 10 AM | RALPH LAUREN 275 Hudson Street |
| 11 AM | RALPH LAUREN 275 Hudson Street |
| 12 PM | ISAAC MIZRAHI TENT |
| 1 PM | TRIAS PROMENADE |
| 3 PM | CALVIN KLEIN WOMEN’S COLLECTION 205 West 39th Street, Ground Floor |
| 4 PM | CALVIN KLEIN WOMEN’S COLLECTION 205 West 39th Street, Ground Floor |
| 6 PM | NAEEM KHAN PROMENADE |
| 7 PM | J. MENDEL SALON |
| 8 PM | TOMMY HILFIGER TENT |
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SCHEDULE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. |
Winter is well set in, and for most of us, our skin is feeling it. While I use my Clarisonic to combat the little flakiness that shows on the surface, skin still needs a good dose of hydration now and then. Those at Swissclinical Skin Solutions know this, and when they offered a test of their Moisturizing Mask from the Comfort line, I was more than happy to give it a try.
Product comes with a spatula that I normally use
This product comes cleanly packaged in white/grey/red and frosted glass. Very appealing.
The first thing I noticed about the mask mixture was the great ingredient list. Free from parabens, colorants, mineral oils and fragrances, the mask focuses on using the said properties of:
The second thing I noticed is the consistency. This isn’t a mask that dries on your face. The texture is a little like a cornstarch paste or Vaseline, without any of the grease. Zip. It works best on moist skin, applied and left for 15-20 minutes. At the end of the time it can be massaged in or remainder toweled off. I really love that it could be kept on the skin to continue working/protecting if needed. It does leave a bit of a residue with this method. However, when (wet) towel dried off my skin feels baby bottom soft – seriously! I love it.
I have a slight sensitivity to Phenoxyethanol, the organic preservative that is the go to for almost every cosmetic since parabens have been kicked to the curb. This means I can feel a tingly action most times when it is on. No alarms.
There are four lines from Swissclinicals:
I also found a second use for this as a hand mask as a weekly treatment. At $85 a jar, you don’t want to go full body use, but a little does go a very long way and would be great for the in-between trips to the esthetician/spa.
Because this was from the comfort line, it was extremely gentle. This mask works on the underlying layers of the skin, so you will still need your spf in moisturizer. If you want to pamper yourself at home, try this Comfort Mask.
Swissclinical is also introducing a face cleansing system to their skincare lines.
Swissclinical donates a portion of their profits to the Aquaverde Association to replant the Amazonian rain forest and also financially supports and volunteers for the Swissclinical Foundation for the World's Children which helps children in need around the world. Swissclinical is available online at swissclinicalusa.com and at various specialty retailers and spas nationwide.
Minx has released a new series for 2010. The Tease Me collection is a multi-reflective surface that changes colors with the wave of your hand. Each color combo is listed. For example Green & Gold (packer fans) may look green with your hand down, but yellow when raised. Better than a mood ring!
Minx is the latest in mani/pedi art. A design is selected and applied directly to the nails using a heat process. No polish or top coats are used, so the client can walk right out the door faster because there is no additional dry time.
Check here to find a Minxicurist near you.
On Tuesday, January 12, Starbucks officially kicks off their “In With The Good” campaign, focusing on a “healthy and tasty journey” for consumers in 2010.
A strong focus is the relaunch of Tazo Teas with the Full Leaf line. Full Leaf promises better quality whole leaves, spices and botanicals in silken sachets for steeping. The changeover from loose to whole began sometime last October, but will be nationwide as of next week.
The Tazo® Full Leaf Tea Lineup now includes:
I was given preview samples of the Orange Blossom, Vanilla Rooibos and Chai.
Orange Blossom Full Leaf
Orange Blossom Full Leaf is said to be inspired by a spa. It is a beautiful Green tea, with what appears to be chamomile and a few Goji berries. [Note: In Asia, Goji berries are often just put in a glass and steeped in hot water. They impart a smooth but sweet taste. You can eat the berries afterwards. Alas, there were only two imprisoned in this sachet. ] It was nice and had a good herbal iced flavor. Take care not to steep this one too long. This is definitely one to have in a glass to enjoy the colors.
Chai Full Leaf
I have been a fan of authentic Chai since it became available in my local health food store in the 90’s. Chai (which translates into “Tea”) has roots everywhere, but my favorite stems from Nepal. Heavy with cardamom, cinnamon, cloves and the like, a good Chai has a boldness and a bite. Combine that with a rich Soy or Almond milk – Chai is traditionally made with milk, not water – and it is heaven in a cup.
Starbucks originally offered the Tazo Chai in Chai Latte form only. Unfortunately, I found the Chai Full Leaf a little too timid. Part of the fun of Chai is the look of the different bits of sticks and spices, but these were pretty crushed. The taste was too mild, and probably brought down several notches for mainstream. If standard Chai is overpowering for you, then this may be a very good match.
Vanilla Rooibos
Rooibos (Roy-Boss) is another tea I have long loved. In the 80’s I spent time in South Africa, where the needles from the Rooibos bush are the National Drink. It is not a true leaf tea. The pieces are redwood, splinter-like in appearance, like pine needles. Rooibos was originally only grown near Cape Town, and because of the limited supply the government would not allow exportation (I know, I tried!). By 1999 though, deals had been struck to protect the supply and now Rooibos is a favorite for many worldwide. Rooibos has a smooth taste that is hard to describe. It is good hot and cold, and coats the mouth with what is only coming to mind as a nuttiness. Rooibos is higher in antioxidents than Green Tea and studies have shown it aids in improving brain function. I love it straight up.
Starbucks Rooibos Full Leaf is mixed with Vanilla. Because of the nature of the tea, this one will end up looking like sweepings. It is very easy to crush the needles. I always find Vanilla with tea a little bitter as I don’t often add sweetener,and it is milder than I am used to, but otherwise it is hard to go wrong with Rooibos.
The new lineup will definitely please Starbucks on-the-go tea drinkers!
Lattes
If lattes are your thing, there are new versions of lattes also debuting:
Starbucks will be pairing these with artisan cookies and snacks.
COFFEE
Check out Starbucks on January 12th to enjoy the new lineup!
