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April 23, 2012 in Skincare by Denise Wild

As spring eases its way back into our lives, with buds becoming blooms and leaves filling out the trees once again, I feel it’s time for my skin to do the same. Enter Tata Harper Rebuilding Moisturizer. A silky moisturizing lotion that sets out to hydrate a lackluster complexion. Immediately I notice improved moisture retention and suppleness too.

Containing Cocoa, natural Sodium Hyaluronate, gentle Rose Nectar and a blend of essential oils, this moisturizer works with all natural ingredients to rebuild and refresh for a bare-faced, spring and summer-ready complexion.

GS Approved: The 100% natural Tata Harper Skincare line is manufactured in Vermont on a 1200 acre farm, with a portion of the ingredients grown on location. Taking natural up a notch, the founder spent years working with scientists to develop a line that uses the best natural ingredients and also speaks to those of us that are luxe at heart. Naturally good for you and your good taste.

Inspiration: Speaking of spring blossoms, take time out this season to stop and smell the roses. The simple act of smelling a rose can soothe your nerves and enhance your mood. Get a similar lift from gazing at a beautiful print of flowers, like these bright, sunny cherry blossoms by Debbie of SeeLifeShine on Etsy.

Beauty Editor: Andrea Victory

October 4, 2010 in Skincare by Denise Wild

A true breakthrough in the field of cosmetics, Vichy Laboratories has created a new plumping agent that fights the appearance of all 3 types of wrinkles: permanent, reversible and embryonic. The intense formula contains a triple dose of hyaluronic acid to powerfully fill in wrinkles and hydrate the epidermal surface. Fragmented HA acts deep in the heart of wrinkles and increases cell proliferation. Anti-hyaluronidase lastingly prevents the deterioration and fragmentation of natural HA. Combined with Retinol+Adenosine, a new-generation association boasting superior efficacy compared to retinol alone. Vichy LiftActiv Retinol HA Night Total Wrinkle Plumping Care is suitable for all skin types and is a must-have for every woman looking to treat wrinkles. Allergy-tested and formulated with soothing and fortifying Vichy Thermal Spa Water, this product is suitable for all skin types.

GS Approved: With 3x higher concentration of hyaluronic acid and its new packaging that protects the formula from air and light, makes waking up to a stabilized and plumped face so lifting. Leave it to the Vichy Laboratories to create one more thing we feel we can’t live without.

Inspiration: The Arctic Ice Room Spa treatment at the Qua Baths and Spa at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas offers you a shot of extreme cold with its indoor snowstorm experience. Get that same shocking effect on your face with a shot of Hyaluronic Acid and Retinol+Adenosine.

Editors Note: The Qua Baths and Spa at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas is truly a luxury spa experience that taps into the healing powers of water and brings the traditions of the glorious baths of ancient Rome to modern times. This tranquil environment offers the experience of the Arctic Ice Room, basically an anti-sauna. You find yourself surround with the pleasant scent of mint while relaxing on a heated bench. You watch crystals made from soap and water descend from the ceiling vents. This shot of extreme coldness helps to reduce hypertension and tighten pores. Qua Baths and Spa is a place for personal rediscovery, solace and healing. A must-go visit if in the Las Vegas area.

Beauty Editor: Ashley Frejlich

February 18, 2010 in Skincare by Denise Wild

Thanks to ultimate hydration, mornings are looking up and so is your skin! Cliniderm Anti-Wrinkle Cream is an irritant-free cream gentle enough to be used on eczema, dry skin, psoriasis, rosacea, and sunburned skin. Dermatologist recommended, it leaves your skin soft and supple. Try it in the morning or before bed to hydrate and sooth any issues or irritations. Its silky texture reduces the appearance of wrinkles and improves skin tone and texture. It’s also free of parabens, dyes, and perfume, making it a dream come true for sensitive skin!

GS Approved: A gentle anti-wrinkle cream means anyone can have great skin, no matter what type or condition.

Inspiration: Pillow talk! Treat yourself to a relaxing night in with bestselling book “Dear John” (also a movie with film hotties Channing Tatum and Amanda Seyfried) while your skin takes it easy with Cliniderm.

Beauty Editor: Andrea Victory

February 16, 2010 in Skincare by Denise Wild

With a soft, enveloping texture, Vichy Laboratories Essentielles Body Cream-Milk is designed to hydrate and soothe dry skin. Rose polyphenols is known to calm sensitive skin’s surface plus add moisture. These powerful active ingredients protect the skin from external aggressors while encouraging a more supple and satiny skin surface.
 

GS Approved: We admire Vichy’s researchers and their success in isolating rose polyphenols, their most powerful active ingredient. This paraben-free product is perfect for calming dry skin.

Inspiration: The power of rose on your skin and the power of a rose on Valentine’s Day both have proven results. Lather your skin with a cream that targets dry skin, and take a lesson or two in love from Ashton Kutcher’s character, Reed, when watching the movie Valentine’s Day.

Beauty Editor: Ashley Frejlich

November 26, 2009 in Hair by Denise Wild

Nexxus Botanluxe Nourishing Botanical Hydrating Leave-In Conditioner blends unique organic oils and plant-based proteins. It’s formulated to hydrate your hair without any added chemicals or dyes. This lightweight spray gives your hair that luminously healthy boost and leaves your locks soft and shiny.

GS Approved: Let’s improve our environment by supporting a product that strives to protect our planet by using only natural ingredients and is never tested on animals.

Inspiration: Even an animal lover and voice for PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) like Pamela Anderson needs hydration for her platinum locks.

Editor’s Note: One of my favourite ways to stay in shape is to practice yoga. I spray Nexxus Botanluxe Leave-In Conditioner just before yoga to hydrate my hair and to get amazing whiffs of serenity during my workout that put my mind at ease and into focus. Seriously, this product has an outstanding scent! It makes me feel as if I’m at the beach! I love it when the first drop of sweat runs down the sides of my cheeks while in downward dog position. This conditioner feels so fresh and clean in my hair. Working out never smelled so good!

Beauty Editor: Ashley Frejlich

November 24, 2009 in Hair by Denise Wild

Found only in Southwestern Morocco, argan oil is a popular non-greasy beauty treatment that heals, repairs, and strengthens hair as well as locks in moisture and improves shine. With natural abilities to hydrate and stop frizziness and fly-aways, argan oil has been shown to penetrate the hair shaft and quickly improve follicle elasticity. Moroccanoil effectively combines argan oil with numerous other natural nutrients in its Moisture Repair Shampoo to gently cleanse and restore health to difficult hair. Feel free to flip and shake your newly shiny and voluminous hair.

GS Approved: With its signature argan oil, Moroccanoil Moisture Repair Shampoo improves the look and feel of hair with just one application by removing residue and chemicals.

Inspiration: Amidst the home of the argan tree, Riad Ain Khadra is a boutique hotel within the exotic Sous Valley town of Taroudant, Morocco. With a luscious courtyard pool and enchanting chambers, Riad Ain Khadra is the perfect place to experience all the uses of argan oil.

Beaty Editor: Yanyi Ma

November 11, 2009 in Hair by Denise Wild

Schwarzkopf Seah Hairspa Mineral Bath Shampoo is just as cool as its ingredients. This is a premium product developed for fine hair. The volumizing formula of Schwarzkopf’s own VolumeAlgae Complex plus ocean minerals strengthens and provides long-lasting volume. Amaranth oil helps to hydrate and give hair and scalp a healthy boost without creating any build-up of residue. This shampoo leaves hair noticeably fuller and stronger with a natural shine.

GS Approved: Not only does this shampoo take advantage of the rich minerals from the deep, but it also has a convenient pump dispense making it super easy to use in the shower. Practical and gentle, we love the conditioner too!

Inspiration: Cameron Diaz has a strong love for surfing. (See? Here, she’s looking uber hot with her surfboard in Charlie’s Angels.) If you choose a shampoo that strengthens limp hair, your fine hair can look fuller and stronger even during extreme sports.

Editor’s Note: I believe I need to add some more heat to my winter beauty repertoire. I’m going to add one new subtle hairstyle to look and feel warm-weather elegant, despite the low temp outside. I’m going to try a super-luxurious bohemian style, and although I want it to look effortless, I want to ensure it looks more Prada than ocean surf. I want to achieve some volume with a little bounce. This shampoo gives that extra boost my fine hair needs to create this luxe look. I first centre part my hair and spray Schwarzkopf Bonacure Light Volume Spray to just the roots of my dry hair. I then take random sections of my hair and wrap it around my curling iron. I roughen up my hair texture by mussing and rumpling up my roots with my fingertips while spraying Schwarzkopf OsiS+ Freeze Fix hairspray. These products have that fresh scent of the ocean breeze, which accompanies my hairstyle perfectly. I also make sure I have dewy skin and peach flushed cheeks to finish the look.

Beauty Editor: Ashley Frejlich

October 30, 2009 in Hair by Denise Wild

Alterna Caviar Anti-Aging Seasilk Red Leave-In Conditioner is a lightweight detangling treatment designed to deeply nourish and protect colour-treated hair. Sun and heat protectors help block UV rays and colour fade. And optimal brighteners revive hair’s lustre and add multidimensional shine. It keeps hair looking youthful and radiant with anti-aging properties.

GS Approved: Let your mind fade away and not your colour with a leave-in conditioner that provides superior UVA/UVB protection especially designed for red hair.

Inspiration: Although she was canned from Melrose Place, Ashlee Simpson-Wentz’s (who played Violet Foster on the show), knows how to keep her vivacious red hair from fading and probably uses a powerful protecting treatment.

Editors Note: I absolutely love leave-in conditioners. They hydrate, and, with the right product choice combination, they help protect your colour. On the styling side of things, I love a messed up bun. The classic up-do radiates poise, tousling it up displays a fun side. With a leave-in conditioner and some hairspray, you can achieve this looser, wilder, and scruffier version of a bun at home. To create this effortless look, apply a leave-in conditioner to your damp hair to keep it healthy and prevent breakage while backcombing. Let your hair air-dry then build some texture by teasing random sections of dry hair from the roots. Tip your head upside down, pulling your hair into a loose ponytail on the crown of your head. Pin the ends around the elastic band. It’s key to remember that you are creating structure and then somewhat destroying it. Pull some pieces of hair from the bun and hairspray the ends. Blast the hair dryer to ruffle up the look, while softly using your hand to rub the bun. Keep this style simple; you don’t want to end up looking like an electrocuted bride. If you achieved a lopsided bun, don’t fix it. This look is supposed to be imperfect. You want to leave the frizzies. Use a final spritz of hairspray to finish off the look. This distressed bun is a fine flyaway mess, and it’s what I’ll be sporting this season.

Beauty Editor: Ashley Frejlich