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EMANI: Be green. Be healthy. Be beautiful inside and out. | March 8, 2012

EMANI: Be green. Be healthy. Be beautiful inside and out.

I am constantly on the lookout for the perfect makeup. I was introduced to EMANI and had the opportunity of trying out their Crushed Mineral Blush and Organic Lip Shine. The people at EMANI must be mind-readers because they knew the exact shades to send me without having ever met me. The blush I received was Cancun Heat. It was perfect! It was lightweight and applied evenly without any fuss. Also, I received the Organic Lip Shine in Blush and I love the natural look of it. It’s more of a neutral-pink and last forever.

EMANI was established in 1998 with … Read More »

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Do You Know About Secondary UV Exposure? Dr. Peredo Knows All! | March 8, 2012

Do You Know About Secondary UV Exposure? Dr. Peredo Knows All!

Most of us think we are protected when not in direct sunlight— such as driving in your car to work or sitting next to a window on a train—yet, you are still being exposed to UV damage. This is commonly known as Secondary UV exposure. Marina Peredo, MD, founder of Marina I. Peredo Dermatology and Spatique Medical Spa in Smithtown, NY offers her knowledge about protecting yourself and your loved ones from Secondary UV Exposure.

“Secondary UV Exposure occurs where you least expect it,” Peredo says. In the shade, on cloudy days, indoors, as well as exposure to sunlight during winter … Read More »

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A Lasting Legacy | February 27, 2012

A Lasting Legacy

Sadly, I bid a final good-by to an associate of mine the other day. I’d only known her a short while, but I liked her very much. I worried about her. I learned a great deal from her. In the end, however, I was astounded by her.

You see, my associate kept her business just that – her business, so you can imagine my surprise when I discovered certain things about her during her memorial service. Things like her philanthropy (award-winning philanthropy, I might add). Things like her adventuresome, beach-loving nature (I had no idea we had the sand and sea … Read More »

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Nicholas Penna’s Winter Hair Tips | February 21, 2012

Nicholas Penna’s Winter Hair Tips

Owner and Lead Stylist of SalonCapri (located in Newton and Dedham, MA), Nicholas Penna, Jr. has shared some of his best tips and tricks on how to keep your hair healthy throughout this harsh winter season! Between the weather changes, blow-dryers and flat-irons, your hair can be left feeling damaged and unruly! To revive your hair, try out Nicholas’ amazing tips.

 

 

1.       Get Rich Quick.  No, not your wallet—your shampoo.  Pick up a moisture rich shampoo and conditioner for the winter months, preferably one with vitamins and oils.  Nick suggests L’Oreal Professionnel’s Serie Expert Liss Ultime shampoo and conditioner.  “It’s good … Read More »

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Valentine’s Day DIY: Strawberry Peppermint Foot Scrub | February 14, 2012

Valentine’s Day DIY: Strawberry Peppermint Foot Scrub

Author of Bonding Over Beauty and blogger, Erika Katz, has invented some amazing peppermint foot scrub just in time for Valentine’s Day! Forgo the expensive spa pedicure and give yourself a good scrub down with this easy at-home recipe. It doesn’t hurt that this scrub smells so good, too!

 

Ingredients:

2 pureed strawberries

1 tablespoon of olive oil

1 tablespoon of vegetable oil and

2 tablespoons of granulated white sugar

4 drops peppermint essential oil

Directions:

Mix all the ingredients well and put into a pretty jar.

I like to use strawberries in this recipe because they are rich in salicylic acid which helps dead skin shed more easily. … Read More »

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DIY Valentine’s Day Exfoliating Lip Gloss | February 13, 2012

DIY Valentine’s Day Exfoliating Lip Gloss

Has the dry winter air been taking its toll on your lips? No worries, you are not alone! However, you might want to take care of that before Valentine’s Day with your honey. Lucky for you, Erika Katz (author of Bonding Over Beauty) has a great at-home tip for how to exfoliate your lips while keeping them shimmery and shining!

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons Crisco solid vegetable shortening

1 teaspoon cherry or strawberry flavored powdered drink mix

lip balm container or clean contact lens container

Directions:

Heat the Crisco in the microwave for 30 seconds or until it looks like a liquid.  While it is … Read More »

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DIY Valentine’s Day Bubble Bath by Erika Katz | February 10, 2012

DIY Valentine’s Day Bubble Bath by Erika Katz

Author of Bonding Over Beauty and blogger, Erika Katz, has shared with Chic Galleria a great Valentine’s Day pampering DIY recipe for a warm and refreshing bubble bath! Whether you’re pampering a loved one with a great gift or pampering yourself (with a glass of wine of course), this bubble bath is the perfect way to unwind and relax!

 

Ingredients:

1 /4 cup liquid Castile Soap (you can find this at the drugstore)

2 drops red food coloring

10 drops rose oil or your favorite essential oil

rose petals

Directions:

Mix the castile soap, food coloring, and rose oil.  If this is a gift, pour it … Read More »

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Cellure’s Valentine’s Day Giveaway | February 9, 2012

Cellure’s Valentine’s Day Giveaway

In honor of Valentine’s Day, Cellure is sponsoring a romantic-inspired giveaway on their Facebook Fan Page.  One lucky winner will receive the popular REWORK Eye Treatment, a luxurious cream that noticeably tightens skin around the eye area and improves the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.  Sheer and light, it’s easy to wear day or night, even under makeup – a $90 value!

 

To enter, simply visit Cellure’s Facebook Page and share your story.

 

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