Archive for June, 2008

Prescriptives introduces its first ever mineral makeup- All Skins Mineral Makeup SPF 15!

What’s in it for you? Vitamins, minerals, gems, sun protection…all helping your skin look naturally radiant and unbelievably healthy.

What’s not in it for you? Oil, talc, fragrance, pore-clogging ingredients – all the things that may make you hesitate about wearing makeup.

Why gems? Prescriptives All Skins Mineral Makeup is the only mineral makeup that features R.E.C. (Radiance Emitting Crystals – a unique complex of Amethyst, Rose Quartz and Calcite). R.E.C. helps absorb light and gives skin extra radiance and luminosity. The semi-precious gems and minerals help give the makeup a luxuriously silky feel, while the energies of Calcite help give skin a soft, luminous finish as if it were “glowing from within.”

And you’re sure to find your exact match of this new weightless, longwear powder foundation from Prescriptives extensive collection of 18 shades…from the lightest to the darkest!

For easy application, use with Prescriptives NEW Round Buff Brush. This short-handled brush easily grabs hold of powder foundation and effortlessly glides across your face.

Additional benefits: suitable for all skin types, oil-controlling, sweat and humidity resistant, water resistant, non-acnegenic, dermatologist tested, and ophthalmologist tested.

Technology: Minerals, including Calcite and Mica, and semi-precious gems, including Amethyst and Rose Quartz, provide luminosity and a lightweight feel. Squalane and Lecithin provide skin conditioning benefits.
Silica helps keep skin shine-free. Contains antioxidant 2CME, a molecule that combines Vitamin C and E which boosts their effect. Titanium Dioxide and Zinc Oxide provide broad spectrum UVA/UVB SPF 15 protection.

How To use Prescriptives All Skins Mineral Makeup SPF 15:

1. Tap a small amount of All Skins Mineral Makeup SPF 15 into the lid. Swirl the Round Buff Brush in the lid and tap away excess.

2. Apply in a circular motion:

3. Start application at the outside of the cheekbone, moving toward the nose and then back.

4. Continue from cheekbone downward to jawline and back.

5. Follow along the side of the face, forehead and down the nose.

6. Repeat for more coverage.

Where can I buy Prescriptives All Skins Mineral Makeup SPF 15: at all Prescriptives counters nationwide, www.prescriptives.com and Holt Renfrew in Canada.

When it is available: Beginning July 2008.

SRP: All Skins Mineral Makeup SPF 15 $32.50 U.S. / $42.00 Canada. Round Buff Brush $30.00 U.S. / $38.00 Canada.

Since May, the John Frieda See for Yourself Salon Tour has been traveling around the country stopping in cities like Orlando, Atlanta, D.C. and Philadelphia giving hair transformations to women for free.

Flocks of local women lined up to get their hair styled and to learn tips and tricks from the top hair experts in the industry. The gorgeous salon has a glamorous photo studio for before and after pictures, five stylist stations, two hair washing stations, and lounge sofas for friends and family to sit and watch the transformations happen right before their very eyes! With music pumping and blow dryings blasting, it’s definitely a fun place to be.

Celebrity stylist Harry Josh is making appearances on many stops throughout the summer.

Harry is sought after by A-listers such as Hilary Swank, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Gisele Bundchen, to name a few. He was also the master mind behind the gorgeous and popular up-do that Ellen Pompeo sported to the SAG Awards. Harry is offering his expert stylist touch to women this summer on the John Frieda See for Yourself Tour in cities such as Boston, Chicago, Seattle, Los Angeles and San Francisco. Can’t make it to the tour? No worries! Check out Harry’s tips on summer styling to make your hair frizz-free and fabulous, listed below!

“Summer is a time when heat and humidity can really take a toll on your style. Regardless of how you choose to style your hair – whether it’s curly or straight – it’s important to use the right products to keep your hair sleek and healthy,” says Harry Josh, Creative Consultant for the John Frieda Collection. “Follow my below tips and you’ll be able to get the same salon results at home this summer.”

Start with a shampoo and conditioner that helps block out moisture and keeps your style in tact like the Weather Works by Frizz-Ease Weather-Proofing Shampoo and Conditioner from the John Frieda Collection. This shampoo and conditioner adds a protective barrier to the hair that will shield out unwanted moisture and lock in the needed moisture so that your hair stays healthy and shiny. It also protects from UV rays that can damage hair. From there, you can style your hair as you choose and feel confident that your style will last throughout your summer activities.

HOW TO STYLE TIPS FOR CURLY HAIR:

1. Once hair is toweled dry, I applied a dime size amount of the Weather Works by Frizz-Ease Weather-Proofing Style Sealent Crème from root to end to help control the frizz and make hair more manageable.

2. Next, I blow-dried her hair, wrapping pieces around my fingers to give it a natural curl.

3. Now that her hair is completely dry, I’m going to rub a small amount of John Frieda Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Serum between my palms and apply it to the ends. This product is perfect to add instant shine and a finishing touch to your style. The result is healthy looking with an ultra shiny finish.

4. Also, if you’re a blonde, try spraying a bit of the John Frieda Sheer Blonde Tousled Tresses Fine Mist Wax for the perfect undone look.

5. If you’re a brunette wearing this style, add a small amount of John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Shine Shock Perfecting Glosser to add extra shine and illuminate the brown tones.

HOW  TO STYLE TIPS FOR STRAIGHT HAIR:

1. For this style, I applied a small amount of the John Frieda Frizz-Ease Thermal Protection Serum onto the hair when it was wet to protect hair from damage caused by blow dryer and using a flat iron. Then I blow-dried the hair dry with a large round brush.

2. Especially during the summer, hair can really lack luster and become dry. Applying a bit of the John Frieda Frizz-Ease Secret Weapon Crème is the key to instantly transforming puffy, parched hair into ultra shiny, soft hair. Take a dime sized amount and run it through the hair from root to end for a smooth, supple look.

3. If you’re a brunette, try the John Frieda Satin Shine Finishing Crème. It leaves hair silky without making it greasy.

4. If you’re a blonde, try substituting the John Frieda Frizz-Ease Thermal Serum for the John Frieda Sheer Blonde Spotlight Sleek & Shine Detangler, concentrating on the ends of hair. This will add a layer of shimmer and illuminate the highlights.

To find an upcoming salon tour stop, you can go to www.johnfrieda.com. The tour will be traveling until the beginning of August. Women can book a coveted 30-minute consultation with a top stylist online in advance.

Thevi Cosmetics was founded by wife, mother and entrepreneur, Thevaki Thambirajah.

Thevi Cosmetics founder Thevaki Thambirajah.

With roots that reach deep into the Indian sub-continent, Thevi was born of Sri Lankan parents in New York State. As a young woman, beginning her career and enjoying a busy social life, Thevi could never find cosmetics in shades that suited her coloring. She felt a keen need for a prestige makeup brand with colors that were rich and vibrant without being harsh, and Thevi Cosmetics was born.

Thevi represents the New Ethnic Market: light-to-dark skinned woman of Asian, South Asian, Hispanic, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean descent. And we think it’s brilliant! Because finding the right shade of foundation is a key to a flawless face. There is still a room for expanding the makeup color scheme, and thanks for visionaries like Thevaki Thambirajah for making it happen.

Talking Makeup tried few of Thevi products and we are impressed. The quality of ingredients is definitely there.

We particularly liked the following Thevi products:
Mineral Pressed Powder SPF 8, $30.
Liquid Powder Mineral Foundation SPF 15, $32.
Lush Mascara, $18.
Automatic Longlasting Lipliner (my favorite is in Heather, and I added it to my makeup bag), $16.50.

I am so thrilled that Talking Makeup, Beauty Interviews, and myself, Marta Walsh, are featured in Cosmopolitan Hong Kong latest July 2008 edition! This is how it looks:

This is Talking Makeup’s top 10 celebrity beauty secrets.

1. “Skincare, skincare, and skincare”-IMAN.

2. “I try to live a healthy balanced life always, so I don’t do anything different before the big day (red carpet). I think you get into trouble if you’re experimenting with crazy or drastic beauty treatments the day before!”-Heidi Klum.

3. “Monthly deep facials by Gina Jensen at Dangene McKay Bailey in Los Angeles”-Giuliana Depandi Rancic.

4. “Plenty of sleep!”-Melania Trump.

5. “Wash your face every night, and moisturize your entire body!”-Audrina Patridge.

6. “Mints for fresh breath and lip gloss and moisturizer for the body..To me, I feel looking natural and healthy is the best way to look”-Carrie Ann Inaba.

7. “Duh, Lots of sleep. Also no salty foods the night before big events, it makes your face look puffy”-Danneel Harris.

8. “Sleep. Eight hours of sleep every night no doubt and my second one is water”-Sally Pressman.

9.” Vaseline. I use a little under my eyes and on my hands at night. It keeps the skin moisturized”-Bridget Marquardt.

10. “As corny as it sounds, is to face life and others with a smile- there is nothing more beautiful than genuine and open smile. And drink LOTS of water”-Maite Schwartz.

via: Beauty Interviews.