Body Refining & Cellulite Treatment Skincare. It is summer time and probably many of you are spending more time in your bathing suits. Now there is body care that targets cellulite and maintaining firmer skin. Here are the picks:

L to R: Elemis Body Sculpting Lipo-Refining Serum is a luxurious and super light gel that is easily absorbed into skin. The serum is cooling and calming. According to Elemis: “Designed with a Lipo-Refining trio of Marine and plant extracts….selected for their effectiveness to reduce the visible signs of cellulite”. LIERAC Paris Morpho-Slim Firming slimming concentrate. According to LIERAC: “Flat stomach. Refined waist”. Although I wouldn’t skip my gym, both serums feel cooling, calming and nice on the skin. I like to use them more as preventative than actual treatment, because I don’t have cellulite (please don’t hate me). I use anti-aging skincare for my face, why not my body. Just a thought:)

ANEW Clinical Professional Cellulite Treatment by Avon is the thicker in consistency than Elemis and Lierac’s body treatments. It’s a gel/serum and a cream in one dispensed simultaneously which is pretty cool.

Maintain the perfect bikini body this summer with handpicked firming and detox products from Elemis’ Director of Product and Treatment Development, Noella Gabriel.

“When warm weather hits, you want to feel comfortable enough with your body to strip down to the bare minimum. Summer is a great time to firm and detox your body, because this is when you show off the most skin.” Says Noella Gabriel “Below are my top summer must-haves to achieve the best body results”: … all available online at www.timetospa.com/elemis

Elemis Body Brush – $44

Made with the pure natural Elemis cactus bristle brush. Body brushing daily increases circulation, improves metabolism, eliminates dead skin cells and helps the body’s natural detoxification process.

Elemis Deep Drainage – Body Cleansing – $52

When warm weather hits, so do BBQ’s, cold beer and sugary frozen cocktails. To regulate your body from these toxic intakes, cleanse with these easy to ingest capsules that contain a synergy of natural marine, land plants and herbs that have a tonic effect on the intestines. Elemis Deep Drainage is gently stimulating and helps to eliminate toxins and improve sallow complexions

Elemis Body Sculpting Firming Cream & Lipo-Refining Serum, 200ml – $75 (each)

Before slipping on that swimsuit, firm loose skin with Elemis’ clinically tested firming cream & serum. Synergistically combining natural extracts of Peru Liana, Sea Fennel and Brown Alage Scorparia with Bitter Orange petal, a unique complex of Organic Silicium and mineral-rich Spring Water to leave the skin feeling toned and firmer.

Elemis Pro-Collagen Body Serum Intensive Lift – $86

Firm your body with a Spider-Man like web. The Micro-Lattice Technology used in this serum was designed specifically for the body, providing an instant feeling of skin firmness and lift, creating an invisible body-stocking effect. This gel-serum is instantly absorbed, and is formulated with an anti-aging Peptide combined with Acacia, Paracress and marine extract Padina Pavonica to create a powerful, results-driven solution for slackening skin on the buttocks, abdomen and arms.

Elemis Pro-Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream – $121.50

Summer always calls for a little hydration. This anti-aging body cream deeply moisturizes and firms to give skin lift with illuminating youthful radiance. Unique Lattice Technology helps to improve skin texture and elasticity. Formulated with Mexican Skin Tree, Amino Acids, Padina Pavonica, Brown Seaweed Laminaria, Red Berry AHA’s and a trio of nourishing exotic oils.

Marta Walsh says: “I’ve tired Elemis Pro-Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream and it it’s absolutely fabulous. I also I LOVE Elemis skin care products for men. Particularly the Elemis Essential Traveler!”

Loving the Essential Traveler Set for men from Elemis. Father’s day is around the corner (wink…wink:)!

Give the well maintained or well traveled dad in your life a collection of cutting-edge professional skincare products from Elemis that deliver powerful results. The Essential Traveler set is filled with 7 award-winning and clinically proven formulations that are all dad needs for energized, hydrated skin.

Elemis Essential Traveler Set contains:

Deep Cleanse Facial Wash (1.69 oz.) – The potent blend of oak bark, spearmint and peppermint in a unique milk protein base helps to remove impurities, decongest the skin and prevent ingrown hairs.

Skin Soothe Shave Gel (1.01 oz.) – Formulated to provide the smoothest shave, this cutting-edge gel contains primed micro-capsules that instantly release a unique complex of marine extracts and Jojoba Oil, known for their skin-soothing action.

Ice-Cool Foaming Shave Gel (6.76 oz.) – Chinese Date, English Oak and Witch Hazel help defend the skin against irritation and razor burn, whilst softening the facial hair to result in the easiest of shaves.

Daily Moisture Boost (0.67 oz.) – contains an exclusive blend of Cactus Cerus Flower and Green Tamanu Oil (taken from the Tree of A Thousand Virtues native to Polynesia) to help soothe shaved skin, while achieving an overall improvement in skin condition.

Time Defence Wrinkle Delay (0.1 oz.) – clinically proven to reduce the number of wrinkles by up to 83% and increase hydration by up to 72% in 28 days!*

Aching Muscle Super Soak (4.22 oz.) – This deep-heat aromatherapeutic remedy is a powerful antidote to overworked, aching muscles, particularly after exercise.

Energising Skin Scrub (0.67 oz.) -The scrub rapidly resurfaces, ‘polishes’ and brightens the skin, lifting the facial hair before shaving and helping to prevent ingrown hairs and blemishes.

PRICE: $95.00, available at www.timetospa.com/elemis, nordstrom.com or by calling 1-800-7-Beauty

This year, Beauty.com has partnered with CEW’s Cancer and Careers initiative. In addition to creating a BCA (Breast Cancer Awareness) store with an assortment of products that benefit different BCA charities, from October 12-18, if you click on www.beauty.com/cancerandcareers , 10% of all purchases made on Beauty.com will be donated to CEW’s Cancer and Careers. You can buy ANYTHING sold on the site, not just BCA products (nothing is restricted in any way). This gives you the opportunity to stock up on their favorite brands and products you would normally buy and help give back – so easy.

Darphin Arovita C Energic Firming Cream for BCA: This invigorating, vitamin-enriched Darphin facial cream helps firm skin and fortify its natural resiliency to visibly correct first loss of elasticity of the face and neck. Arovita C Energic Firming Cream moisturizes and renews radiance while helping safeguard the complexion against environmental aggressors. Key Ingredients Include: Artemia salina, Carrot Protein, Noni Extract, Vitamins C and E. Darphin will donate $20 from each sale of Arovita C Energic Firming Cream during the month of October to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Price: $80, Available at www.darphin.com

Darphin Energic Firming Décolleté Treatment for BCA: In harmony with BCA Arovita C Energic Firming Cream, Darphin Presents the BCA Energic Firming Décolleté Treatment. The Energic Firming Décolleté Treatment includes a gentle cleanse with Darphin’s new Aromatic Cleansing Balm followed by a lifting, firming massage with Arovita C Energic Firming Cream. Experience the synergy of this high performance cleanser and nutrient rich anti-aging cream with Darphin exclusive massage techniques to trap impurities, detoxify, promote cellular renewal and nourish the delicate décolleté skin. Tensions and toxins melt away through the sumptuous sensory experience of décolleté, neck and back massage with lavish products containing 5 sustainably harvested essential oils (Carrot, Marula, Rosewood, Sage, and Ylang Ylang) sourced from all over the globe. Skin is visibly smoothed, tightened and radiant with health. Darphin will donate $5 from each sale of the Energic Firming Décolleté Treatment during the month of October to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Price: $25, Available at select spas

Elemis ‘Essential Beauty Secrets’ kit: To coincide with Breast Cancer Awareness Month Elemis will donate a portion of the proceeds from the sales of their NEW ‘Essential Beauty Secrets’ kit to Breast Cancer Care, an organization that provides information and support, and campaigns for improved standards of care. Presented in a stunning fuchsia pink cosmetic bag, the collection contains four award-winning Elemis products, including the Limited Edition Pro-Collagen Lifting Treatment Neck and Bust ‘boob tube’. This kit also contains a 5 Step Breast Check guide to make sure you regularly monitor yourself for any abnormal changes.

Price: $95 ($222.00 value, savings of $127.00), available starting October 2009 at Nordstrom, Bergdorf Goodman and www.TimetoSpa.com

Philosophy shower for the cure: shower for the cure is philosophy’s pink ribbon shower gel – a creamy all-in-one formula that can be used as a shampoo, shower gel or bubble bath. this long-time philosophy favorite contains a touch of milk proteins and fruit essences to provide a delightful experience for your senses. shower for the cure represents the spirit of every woman and 100% of philosophy’s net proceeds from the sale of shower for the cure will be donated to the Women’s Cancer Research Fund. The memorable scent and poem on the pink ribbon shower gel was inspired by the unforgettable charity event, one of hollywood’s most beloved occasions which is held every spring and is chaired by Rita Wilson and Kate Capshaw.

Price: $20, Available on www.philosophy.com

To add your own line to philosophy’s iconic “unforgettable” poem found on the shower for the cure bottle please log onto www.showerforthecure.com  beginning October 1st.

philosophy she colors my day charity bubble bath: philosophy’s she colors my day pink charity bubble bath was created to honor all women while giving back to a very worthwhile cause. It is inspirational, playful and can be enjoyed by mothers and daughters alike. she colors my day pink generates high-foaming bubbles, lightly tints your bath pink and helps soothe and moisturize skin. We encourage you to take pleasure in the bright pink bubbles and delicious pink bubble gum scent as you soak in the tub. 100% of philosophy’s net proceeds goes to the Entertainment Industry Foundation’s Women’s Cancer Research Fund to support the early detection of women’s cancers.

Price: $20, Available on www.philosophy.com

Altru Appreciation Collection: The Altru Appreciation Collection, presented in beautiful packaging inspired by the rich textiles of Persia, is a rich, exotic fragrance infused with Tahitian tiare, daffodil buds and petals of white freesia. Altru honors Breast Cancer Awareness month by donating 20% of proceeds to the Susan G. Komen Foundation for ANY Appreciation Soy Blend Wax Candle, Aromatic Incense or Interior Fragrance Oil sold during the month of October.

Price: Soy Blend Wax Candle ($48), Interior Fragrance Oil ($65), Aromatic Incense ($15), Available at Neiman Marcus and www.AltrubyGamillah.com

After finishing a whole tub of the very luxurious Elemis Pro-Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream in just under a month, I became a believer in Elemis skincare. So I wanted to share with you two new products from Elemis, which I would also love to try: Elemis Maximum Moisture Day Cream and Elemis Maximum Moisture Night Cream.

Elemis Maximum Moisture Day Cream: This fresh-feeling day cream with adaptive technology intelligently adjusts to the skin’s individual needs. Formulated with unique desert plant extracts that adapt to your skin’s needs, delivering continuous, measured hydration all day and protecting against environmental toxins. SRP: $55.

Elemis Maximum Replenish Night Cream: This calming night cream provides targeted replenishment and supporting the cells’ natural regeneration process. SRP: $65.

via: www.nordstrom.com

Throughout the month of June, Elemis will offer two for one SpaPod treatments on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. This special offer means TWO 30-minute Power Booster Facials for ONLY $55.

In case you’re not familiar, the Elemis SpaPod offers 30 minute Power Booster Facials to rejuvenate the body and skin without having to undress or even take off your eye makeup. The therapies are performed on an Intelligent Massage Chair that measures the length of the spine, takes your body weight, warms the body and delivers a customized massage program using a variety of techniques on the calves, legs, buttocks, back and neck – basically the ultimate quick indulgence.

For the month of June on Tuesday and Wednesdays, customers will be able to book 2 SpaPod’s for the price of 1. Both men and women can enjoy the Elemis spa experience in the convenience of the department store. It is a total skin and body rejuvenation in a half hour without having to undress. Choose from 5 different 30 minute Power Booster Facials (depending on your lifestyle and skin type) while experiencing a customized massage in the Intelligent Massage Chair. It’s 30 minutes of heaven and afterwards you can pop by your favorite makeup counter for a touch up (or head upstairs for some shopping)!

WHERE: Bergdorf Goodman Cosmetics Floor, and Nordstrom Michigan Ave Chicago-Woodfield IL-and Oakbrook IL.
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays for the month of June.
HOW MUCH: $55 (so for $55 you get $110 value).

The British brand Elemis, known for luxurious spa treatments and their cult-favorite Pro-Collagen Marine Cream takes on at-home anti-aging body care with the Pro-Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream and Pro-Collagen Hand and Nail Cream.

Now your favorite Pro-Collagen product doesn’t have to be limited to just your face-it can be smoothed from head-to-toe.

Pro-Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream: this groundbreaking product helps to smooth our crepey skin texture, leaving the skin deeply hydrated with an illuminating youthful radiance.

A network of Proteins, plus Micro-Lattice Technology ensures a mesh-like support system is provided over sagging skin whilst helping to restore cell cohesion.

Combining a luxurious souffle texture with iridescent sheen and nurturing aroma of Rose and Mimosa, the sensuality on application of this targeted, Anti-Aging Body Cream will also deliver an instant feel-good factor. SRP: $162. 

Pro-Collagen Hand and Nail Cream: not just your average hand cream, this non-greasy, satin after-feel cream targets skin crepiness, sun damage, redness, discoloration, weakened nails and dryness. Containing powerful anti-oxidant that protect against external drying factors and ensure targeted intervention from the first signs of ageing through to mature skin, this cream delivers irresistibly smooth, youthful looking hands whilst conditioning cuticles and helping to maintain healthy, strong nails. SRP: $60.

Elemis products are available at: Nordstrom.com and TimetoSpa.com.

The first ever global Elemis Earth Day Celebration is taking place on April 22nd, 2008. In recognition of Earth Day, Elemis will plant a tree for every guest that has an Elemis spa service in any spa on land, at sea or when an Elemis product is purchased online at www.timetospa.com .

The trees will be planted through the Arbor Day Foundation, the largest tree planting organization in the world!

For a full list of 185 spa locations participating in this Earth Day visit: www.timetospa.com/earthday . The goal is to plant over 100,100 trees!

Elemis, the award-winning British spa and skincare brand is proud to bring to market the next era in luxury Bodycare with a new Anti-Aging Body category: Elemis Pro Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream.

Over three years of intense research inti ground-breaking Micro-Lattice Technology-using a lipidic lamellar structure in formulation design to target areas of the body lacking micro-tension-sees the launch of Elemis Pro Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream.

What it does: Elemis Pro Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream helps smooth out crepey skin texture, leaving the body feeling deeply hydrated and radiant. Helps restore cell cohesion and sagging skin. Offers a “movement with tension” to the skin so the overall result is just like wearing a pair of tights: you can distinctly feel the body’s improved contour.

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream is a powerful anti-aging cream with a progressive lifting effect through increased collagen support.  Elemis Pro-Collagen Cream promised results in just 15 days.  Ingredients include: marine algae padina pavonica, absolutes, gingko biloba, and liposomes. 

Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream is clinically proven to reduce the depth of wrinkles by 19% and increase hydration and moisture levels by 10%.  Cost: $124 for 1.7 oz.  You might also like: Elemis Pro-Collagen Marine Cream Luxury Edition, $210 for 3.4 oz.