Archive for May 1st, 2008

Calvin Klein, Judith Leiber, Max Mara, Donna Karan »

I discovered Calvin has side windows that are truly fabulous. Obsessed already.

Happy May 1st everyone, 5 days until the show :)










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NEW Product: Dior Addict High Shine Lipstick »

Brand: Dior
Name: Addict High Shine Lipstick
Size: n/a
Price: $31 CAD

A translucent, long-lasting lipstick that features extra long wear, extreme show-stopping shine and light-drenched colour. Lip-fix powders and micro-polymers cling to lips to prevent smudging and light reflection helps lips look smooth and young.

Colours Available:
- Sheer Rose 174: sheer warm pink
- Nude Silhouette 214: sheer muted peach
- Casual Beige 222: sheer pinky beige
- Beige-a-Porter 324: sheer rose beige
- Sensation Coral 246: sheer coral
- Champagne Blush 352: sheer golden pink
- Bronze Bombshell 420: sheer vibrant copper
- Rose Show 454: sheer vibrant rose
- Spotlight Coral 530: sheer bright coral
- Backstage Pink 554: sheer vibrant berry pink
- Chestnut Chic 612: sheer plum brown
- Cranberry Coquette 624: sheer rosy brown
- Pink Protege 664: sheer pink
- Catwalk Mauve 680: sheer mauve plum
- Model Brown 714: sheer bronze
- Gipsy Red 734: sheer orange red
- Runway Red 750: sheer berry red
- Flamenco Red 754: sheer cherry red
- Raspberry Rush 774: sheer berry plum
- Front-Row Fig 914: sheer brownish purple

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Face Spa Treatments that Help You Avoid Aging of Skin »

People today are always looking for ways to fight aging of skin and have vibrant, young looking skin without resorting to risky or expensive medical procedures. Day spas are a great place to go for, pampering, relaxing, turning back the hands of time, and coming out at the end of the day feeling vibrant, young, refreshed and wonderful. Many different spa treatments help aging of skin, with some for the entire body, while others are for the face only. More men than ever are now going to spas for aging of skin treatments on their face because, like women, they want to look their best and retain their youth for as long as possible. Facials help to slow down the ageing of skin process in both men and women by helping to moisturize dry skin and remove dirt trapped under excess oil along with dead skin. A good facial leaves your face feeling very soft to touch, natural looking, and reduces the aging of skin signs. Deep message facials are wonderful for toning and firming the face why enjoying a relaxing time of pampering.

Microdermabrasion has become a very popular aging of skin treatment because it helps people retain or achieve a youthful appearance and complexion. There are at-home microdermabrasion treatments, spa treatments, and professional treatments performed by dermatologists that range from inexpensive for home treatments to more costly for professional ones. Aging of skin occur as people get older, because the skins cell renewal slows down and skin has less collagen and elasticity resulting in sagging tissue and wrinkles. Microdermabrasion stimulates and amplifies the skins renewal process, which results in less noticeable lines in facial areas around the mouth, and eyes due to more collagen production.

Along with basic spa facial treatments that make a person feel and look wonderful, there are other aging of skin treatments available such as pedicures, manicures, and body massages. A body treatment and massage helps soften your body skin, exfoliate, and make you feel relaxed and younger. Everyone deserves a little time for him or her to not only fight aging of skin but also enjoy a day of pampering, which helps a person’s outlook, skin, and body. Many spas’ combine services for their clients so some people may decide to have a facial while others prefer a facial and massage, and still others combine many services or go for the whole package. The day of your aging of skin treatment at the spa, relax, drink a lot of fluids and get ready to enjoy a relaxing, wonderful time.

For much more and a Free Video on skin care click here or go to my site at http://www.skinrefine.com/ My best wishes for the care of your skin Leonard at skinRefine

Leonard is a personal counsellor and Skin Care Adviser. He is in his 55th year and has wide experience with the emotional problems that arise from skin damage. He strongly believes that skin care advice that works is a vital factor for personal emotional healing and higher self esteem.

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Crystal Meth Drug Treatment »

The alarming increase in the use of crystal meth addicts has contributed the much needed research into the demography and market of this drug. Research has shown that 10.4 million people 12 years and over have tried meth at least once in their lifetime. Approximately 1.3 million reported using meth over between the year 2004 - 2005 and 512,000 reported using meth within the last month this meth statistic was taken. The United Nations also disclaimed that the use of meth has become of…



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Stress, Not Age, Is The Big Bad Wolf For Your Skin »

As you approach middle age, that period between 40 and 60 years old, the reality of aging will finally sink in and tell you that you just don’t look and feel the same as when you were in your twenties or thirties. These physical changes, more often unwelcome, generally come with age; but other factors are also instrumental in bringing about these transformations. And the most obvious victim of any change in your body is your skin.

Just take a look at the mirror and you will find wrinkles and creases on your face. The back of your hand is now filled with liver spots and more lines. And if you are like some people, these unsightly appearances on your skin are enough to make you feel depressed. But, suddenly you will realize that there are cosmetic products available to help you reverse or delay the effects of aging on your skin.

So you rush to your nearest beauty bar or log on to your favorite online store and buy all the lotions and salves you can afford. The next thing you know, you are applying all the cosmetic products on your skin. And then you wait for days that extend to weeks or even months; after all, you believe that removing all the unwanted spots on your skin involves sticking to a routine with utmost discipline.

But still nothing happens, so what’s wrong? Should you surrender to the forces of aging? You feel helpless and terrible; at the same time you feel that the entire cosmetic industry pulled a fast one on you because their products did not erase your skin problems.

Well, your skin conditions when you reach the age of forty can be influenced not just by the aging process but your lifestyle as well. Surely, you have heard that improper diet, lack of exercise, and bad habits like cigarette smoking can damage your skin tissues even without the impact of aging. But are you aware that there is one big factor that can affect your skin which you often overlook?

It is called stress; which you may have a lot as you enter middle age. Stress can damage your skin faster than the years you lived. Skin experts have found that the skin is very sensitive to the level of stress that you feel.

This is the reason why, for younger people, pimples and other skin problems tend to appear the night before special events like weddings and proms. The same stress-skin connection is also at play when you experience an improved skin condition each time you visit a spa to unwind or go for a vacation to relax.

The link between stress and having damaged skin lies in the hormones that your body produces whenever you are under stressful conditions. You see, hormones like adrenaline and cortisol are released by your system to help you in times of danger. But on the downside, these brain chemicals can lower your immune system and cause unwanted skin reactions.

A healthy immune system is vital for your skin’s health. With all the toxins in your body, a diminished immune system can allow antioxidants to destroy various cells without restraint, most particularly to your skin cells. What happens next is the appearance of wrinkles and age spots among others.

Prolonged stress and anxiety can be dangerous to your overall well-being. But nowhere in the body can the effects of stress be more obvious except on your skin. And being in the midlife years does not help at all. So, if you want to improve your skin and maintain its youthful look despite your age, you better deal with your stress first.

After undergoing an effective stress management, you will find that cosmetic products will be more responsive to the needs of your skin. Applications like Rejuvinol, for instance, can help protect your skin from damages caused by environmental factors. Visit www.rejuvinol.com for more information.

Sharon Bell is an avid health and fitness enthusiast and published author. Many of her insightful articles can be found at the premiere online news magazine http://www.healthnfitnesszone.com .

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SS08: Marc by Marc Jacobs »

For the last few seasons (ever since they got into the “grunge” look), I have not been too impressed with the Marc by Marc Jacobs collection. This season though I am delightfully surprised! The collection is preppy and retro-chic. My style but with a refreshing twist!
This collection makes me WANT to buy something orange, and that is a difficult feat. I absolutely detest orange. But I am willing to break the rules for these two dresses. I just LOVE the orange dress with the fancy bow tie (though I cannot quite imagine what occasion that would be appropriate for) and the shirt dress is casual and chic.
I don’t even mind being obviously Marc by Marc Jacobs. By now, many would recognize this very distinct geometric shirt dress (left) as Marc by MJ by now (along with the orange bow-tie dress above) but I still like it. I am really impressed that the color seems so “old” and yet, the whole look is still so young!
At first glance I thought this blue printed dress (right) was really cute. But if you look closer, can you tell that it actually has Marc Jacobs written all over it? I thought it was pretty cool that I couldn’t tell at first. But now that I can, I think that kind of ruins the dress. Shame.
The definition of retro chic. I love how they mixed the flirty print and color with such a “proper” design. It is both refreshing and stunning. Though it is a bit too much for me. I prefer the more subtle purple dress (right). I absolutely absolutely adore this dress. It is simple, vibrant, youthful and fun. I’ve tried it on actually, but the fit of the bodice is a bit off. Maybe if I got it tailored………
More fun casual dresses. I love the block print (right). Its so off and cute at the same time. And the cut of the heart leaf pinafore dress is just adorable!
The neckline and the prints are awesome. I especially love the neckline of the blue shirt (left: it is very ladylike, but the print makes it fun!) and the subtle pinstripes on the yellow shirt (right).
These two are my favourites of the collection, because I think they are great investments. I’m a great believer in outerwear and these two cardigans are perfect to carry around with you this summer- just in case of freezing a/c temperatures! I waaaaant the white one (right)! It is very Chanel-esque with a youthful touch.
A cute jacket is ALWAYS a good buy. You get the most mileage out of them cause you can just throw it over any outfit- and this one is so chic and stylish! (Though it may be a bit too heavy for the summer). And this pinstripe shirt with the ruffles is just darling!

Now if only I can win a free shopping trip for Marc by Marc Jacobs this season!

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