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June 23rd, 2008 — General Beauty, Skin
Though we usually talk about perfume here, every once in a while we also talk about other beauty tips. Today, we will discuss skincare.
Keeping your skin looking healthy is one of the most challenging aspects of beauty as you age. Without the proper care, your skin can age prematurely and lose a lot of its vivacity seemingly overnight.
However, the good news is that there are preventative measures you can take to keep your skin in tiptop condition. As simple as it may seem, the first place to start is to make sure you are getting enough sleep. The rejuvenation process our bodies undertake happens while we are asleep, which is vitally important for our skin.
The second thing you should be sure to do is drink enough water. Studies show that a large percentage of people around the world don’t drink enough liquids on a daily basis. The best drink for your skin is water. If you drink at least eight glasses of water a day, you can give your body the fuel it needs to keep your skin healthy. You will be hydrating your skin from the inside out.
Exercising is another way to keep your skin looking healthy. By exercising, you can help your body release any toxins that may have built up and get the blood flowing throughout your body.
Next, be sure to protect your skin from the sun. The sun is your skin’s biggest enemy. Too much exposure to the sun can cripple your skin, which is why you should always wear sunscreen when you are planning to be in the sun for an extended period of time.
Last but not least, you should actively take care of your skin. Exfoliating your skin every couple months will help remove dead skin cells. Additionally, applying moisturizer religiously can do wonders in terms of helping your skin keeps its natural elasticity and suppleness.
June 21st, 2008 — Skin
Though you might know Coty just for fragrance, the company offers a whole lot more. Coty Inc., a leader in global beauty and the world’s largest fragrance company, announced the creation of Home Skin Lab(TM) by Dr Pastorek Institute, a new original Skin care brand. Spearheaded by Coty Prestige, a division of Coty, this very unique skin care concept targets women facing diverse skin problems and helps to support cell renewal cycle.
Inspired by Dr. Norman Pastorek, a renowned New York-based facial plastic surgeon, and his wife Janice, a Skin care expert and noted Skin care author and lecturer, Home Skin Lab(TM) by Dr Pastorek Institute was developed to address women’s main skin concerns. The line will offer 5 different protocols: Ageless, against the first signs of ageing, Wrinkl’ess, to reduce fine lines and wrinkles, Firmness, to redensify the skin, Brightness, to brighten dull complexions, Pureness, to fight oily skin issues.
Each high power protocol consists in a 28-day treatment, including 3 skincare products and a unique e-coaching program that will help customers enhance their skin beauty through nutrition, daily life balancing skills and wellness exercises. The Dr Pastorek Institute includes a team of experts bringing each a specific and committed expertise to the brand.
“The Home Skin Lab(TM) brand is a significant addition to Coty Prestige’ Skin care portfolio” said Bernd Beetz, CEO, Coty Inc. “The development of this line strengthens our Skin care offer and is Coty’s first step in its strategic direction to become a top-five beauty company”.
“Given Dr. Pastorek’s experience and the utmost respect he and his wife have earned throughout the medical community, Coty could not have partnered with a more appropriate team to create top-of the line Skin care products”, said Michele Scannavini, President, Coty Prestige.
“Home Skin Lab(TM) by Dr Pastorek Institute is an opportunity for Coty Prestige to enter the cosmeceutical segment which is growing at a tremendous pace in the United States and is starting to make significant inroads in the rest of the world,” said Michele Scannavini.
“On a daily basis I am seeing patients and hearing their need for skin healing and quality anti-aging Skin care products,” commented Dr. Norman Pastorek. “Home Skin Lab(TM) meets this need by providing women with high-quality products that, overtime, provide confidence in their skin’s appearance.”
Home Skin Lab(TM) will be launched simultaneously in the US and in Europe starting from September 2008. In Europe, Home Skin lab will be launched in France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Greece and Eastern Europe exclusively at Sephora, and in Germany, Austria and in the Netherlands at Douglas. In the US, the brand will be available first on Home Shopping Network.
Following the Europe and USA launches, Home Skin Lab expansion will continue into Asia and the rest of the world with exclusive partnerships.
About Coty Inc.
Coty was created in Paris in 1904 by Francois Coty who is credited with founding the modern fragrance industry.
Today, Coty Inc. is the world’s largest fragrance company and a recognized leader in global beauty with annual net sales of US$3.5 billion(1). Driven by an entrepreneurial spirit, passion, innovation and creativity, Coty Inc. has developed an unrivaled portfolio of notable brands and delivers its innovative products to consumers in 91 markets worldwide.
The Coty Prestige brand portfolio is distributed in prestige and ultra-prestige stores and includes Baby Phat, Calvin Klein, Cerruti, Chloe, Chopard, Davidoff, Jennifer Lopez, Jette Joop, Jil Sander, JOOP!, Karl Lagerfeld, Kenneth Cole, L.A.M.B. fragrance by Gwen Stefani, Lancaster, Marc Jacobs, Nautica, Nikos, Phat Farm, Sarah Jessica Parker, Vera Wang and Vivienne Westwood.
The Coty Beauty brand portfolio is more widely distributed and includes adidas, Aspen, Astor, Celine Dion, Chupa Chups, David and Victoria Beckham, Dermarest, Desperate Housewives, Esprit, Exclamation, Halle Berry, Jovan, Kate Moss, Kylie Minogue, La Cross, Miss Sixty, Miss Sporty, N.Y.C. New York Color, Orajel, Pierre Cardin(2), Playboy, Rimmel, Sally Hansen, Shania Twain, Stetson, Tonino Lamborghini and Vanilla Fields.
Coty and Puig Fashion and Beauty S.A. have a strategic partnership for the distribution of the perfume lines of Nina Ricci, Carolina Herrera, Prada, Paco Rabanne, and Comme des Garcons in the United States and Canada.
For additional information about Coty Inc., please visit http://www.coty.com.
Photo: Dr. Norman and Janice Pastorek of the Home Skin Lab(TM) Institute. (PRNewsFoto/Coty Inc.)
May 28th, 2008 — Skin
As the weather gets warmer, you need to change your skincare and makeup routine. Here are a few tips that can have your skin looking healthy and beautiful in warm weather.
Lighten Up
In the summer you don’t need to use a heavy moisturizer like you do in the winter. Use a lighter formula, but make sure to use a sunscreen with SPF every day.
You also don’t need heavy makeup. Instead of a liquid foundation, use a tinted moisturizer or a bronzer powder instead. Skip the dark lipstick and opt for a pink gloss or tinted lip balm instead.
Sweatproof Makeup
To insure your makeup lasts all day, look for sweatproof foundations and powders. Use a primer on your eyelids to insure your eyeshadow doesn’t melt or smear. If you are headed to the pool or beach, use a waterproof mascara or skip mascara entirely and just curl your eyelashes.
Protect Your Skin
As I mentioned, use a sunscreen on a daily basis. If you are going to be in the direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time, wear sunglasses and a floppy hat to protect your eyes, scalp and face from the sun’s harmful UV rays.
A little short term prevention can help avoid long term problems. Repeated sun exposure can lead to wrinkles, dark spots and even skin cancer. Have fun in the sun this summer, but be smart and stay protected!
You can get the Bvlgari sunglasses pictured here at sunglasses-shop.co.uk.
May 25th, 2008 — General Beauty, Perfume, Skin
Fragrance Direct has a lot of hot deals going on right now that will have you ready for summertime. From fresh light fragrance to tanning products are more. Here are a few of the terrific deals you can get right now.
Almay - Bare It All Legs
If you are going to be showing off your legs with short skirts and shorts, get Bare It All Legs. This product hides veins, freckles and other imperfections on your legs. It’s transfer resistant so you won’t stain your clothes, but it washes off easily with soap and water. You can get it right now for £ 2.99.
RoC - Minesol Bronze
For a golden tan without the sun, get this fabulous bronzing product. It’s easy to spray on so you can cover difficult to reach parts of your body. Buy it now for £ 4.99.
Anna Sui - Sui Love
Sui Love comes in a beautiful butterly shaped bottle. The fragrance is sweet, fruity and flowerly. It’s perfect for yourself or a gift for someone you love. This fragrance is available in a 75ml bottle for £ 14.95.
Garnier - Belle Colour
Give your hair colour a natural looking blonde boost with this formula. It’s great to lighten up your hair in the summer. This hair colour treatment is just £ 3.25.
Azzaro - Pink Tonic
Another fresh summer fragrance that’s perfect for everyday wear is Pink Tonic from Azzaro. This limited edition fragrance is light and sweet. The bottle is very nice too. Get it for just £ 19.99.
Fragrance Direct offers a great selection of perfumes for men and women, as well as skin care, hair care and body products. Be sure to pay attention to the symbols next to each product indicating whether it’s Fully Packaged, No Lid, Tester, Damaged, etc.
April 24th, 2008 — Scents, Skin
Fragrance isn’t all about perfume. You can also experience your favorite scents in body wash, body scrub, shower gel, bubble bath, body lotion and other beauty products.
Though I don’t like a lot of overpowering scents in body care products, I do love to use lightly scented body scrubs to exfoliate and revive skin.
To keep your skin silky smooth, you should exfoliate your body weekly. Body scrubs made with salt or sugar are my favorites. However exfoliating scrubs can feature a variety of ingredients, including nuts, seeds and other botanicals. These exfoliating products remove dead skin cells, leaving your skin smooth and healthy. After exoliating your skin, be sure to use a good moisturizing lotion. If you don’t keep your skin hydrated, exfoliating scrubs will dry out your skin.
Here are three of my favorite body scrubs:
All of these scrubs have nice fresh scents and leave your skin looking and feeling beautiful.
You should exfoliate your face too .. but not with the same rough products geared toward the rest of your body. Instead choose an exfoliating cleanser that was designed especially for the face. Be very carefuly when exfoliating your face, particularly around the eyes and mouth, where the skin is thinner and more sensitive.
Women with oily skin should exfoliate more often than those with dry skin. If you ever find a product dries out or irritates your skin, don’t scrub so hard and cut down on how often you use it. If the problem continues, discontinue using it because you might be allergic to it.
Photo credit: Nordstrom
