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Winter Care Tips: Protect Your Shoes
Winter can be tough on your leather shoes. I find myself replacing boots annually and tossing some one my favorite shoes after the season changes. I recently went on a hunt for an alternative to this problem and I saw a lot of articles online about this product called Galoshes. Galoshes are a type of rubber boot that is slipped over shoes to keep them from getting muddy or wet. One brand that people seemed to be obsessed with is SWIMS. SWIMS is a apparel company that developed the modern Galosh. The stylish solution to bad weather embodied the essence of practicality: Wear your favorite shoes, slip on SWIMS when the weather is rough, slip’em off when you arrive at your destination. I was lucky enough to try a pair for myself!
SWIMS Galoshes:
- Intelligent fit and great stretch
- Low friction when slipping on and off
- Durable and flexible
- TPU outer shell
- Unique inner lining and insulation
- Better grip on slippery surfaces
- Shock-absorbing heel
- Tear-resistant
- Waterproof
On the real, it not the cutest accessory but it gets the job done! You can wear your favorite leather shoes regardless of the weather and expect them to be in pristine condition once you slip off your Galosh. It protects your shoes against any weather to come and they are easy to carry. The New York City weather is very unpredictable, so I definitely suggest throwing a pair in your bag! Check out their product line for more great weather friendly products and amazing styles.
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Valentine’s Day Skincare Prep
Want to look and feel your best for that special Valentine’s Day date? Stock up on these skincare essentials to avoid embarrassing issues we all face – from blemishes to dry lips to the undeniable stress sweat – we got you covered so you’re left feeling confident and worry-free with your significant other!
Avoid irritating blemishes from showing up, and wash your face with new Biore Baking Soda Pore Cleanser for a deep clean and gentle exfoliation. This daily liquid cleanser gives you a deep exfoliating clean without being rough on dry spots. Ideal for combination skin, the oil-free formula contains cleansing ingredients that excavate grime and oil from pores. At the same time, the formula gently smooths away dead cells. You end up with skin that’s fresh, silky-soft and luminous. ($7.99)
Nobody wants to kiss dry, chapped lips! Get smooth, soft and hydrated lips thanks to the SkinTreat Spa Intensive Lip Care Gel Patch. Enriched with moisturizing Shea butter, the gel blends antioxidant-rich cranberry extract with nourishing jojoba oil and Vitamin E, delivering long-lasting nourishment and nutrition deep into lips for a supple, smooth smile. Especially made with a unique lip-shaped patch, this advanced hydrogel formula is the most effective and convenient way to protect lips and sensitive lip areas. ($9.99; amazon.com)
Don’t let embarrassing sweat show through your clothes – apply Ban Roll-On Deodorant before you head out the door!Traditional antiperspirant/deodorants merely mask odors and reduce odor-causing sweat in general, while Ban’sbreakthrough technology specifically targets and virtually eliminates (not cover up) spicy and s-odor that other antiperspirant/deodorants may leave behind. Ban Roll-On Deodorant glides on easily with a formula that provides an outstanding24 hours of invisible protection against odor wetness. ($4.99, Drug and Mass Retailers)
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NYFW Round Up- Claudia Li and Rubin Singer
Claudia Li
For fall/winter 2016, Claudia Li wanted to express self-preservation: the idea of preserving oneself after an emotional and mental destruction; the collection embraces the period right after. The process of recovering and the past seemingly becoming an illusion is shown through wrapped silhouettes, origami knots, panels and layers of fabrics.
Vegan leather is introduced in tops, culottes, skirts and appliques on cotton pullovers. novelty yarns, cashmere wools and layered sheer fabrics enhance the collection. Denim continues to play an important role in knotting details, yarn sleeved jackets and bandeau tops. leather accessories are re-introduced in the fall/winter 2016 collection with clutches and multi-purpose arm bands.
Rubin Singer
Rubin Singer’s fall / winter 2016 collection began with an exploration of his intentions as a designer. Staying true to his core image of architectural femininity, Singer delves into new categories, new shapes, and new fabrics for the new season. Unique in his approach to designing, Singer starts with an inspiration, such as the mathematical formulation “Homomorphism” (that any given formula ends up in the same place no matter how many times you change it), which is the hallmark for the fall / winter 2016 season, and then moves to fabrics – textures & colors – and from there the shape and pattern of his creations are revealed.
This collection, which debuts knitwear and more ready-to-wear separates, is a continuation of Singer’s spring / summer 2016 mathematical inspiration “vector.” Late 60’s and early 70’s undertones echo throughout the collection in the form of separates, day dresses, and dramatic evening gowns. Multi directional silk chiffon dresses, glass embroidered eveningwear, and duchess satin jackets continue to show Rubin’s technical use of classic fabrics. Touches of Indian lamb, python, and velvet add to the sophistication and drama seen in a Rubin Singer collection, and geometric shapes and silhouettes convey the overall season inspiration.
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Now You Know the ABC’s of Your Skincare Routine
With the hustle and bustle of the daily grind, little things are bound to slip through the cracks, like taking your daily vitamins. Although a well-balanced diet gives your body the nutrients it needs, only a fraction of them make it to your skin. Give it a bit of a boost with vitamin-based beauty products from Mad Hippie, ClarityRX, emerginC, Farmaesthetics and Karin Herzog.
Mad Hippie Vitamin A Serum
Straight from the juicy center of grapefruit is a Vitamin C packed serum that will exfoliate and tone damage skin to healing perfection.
- Retinyl Retinoate – A revolutionary new form of vitamin A that is 2x more bioavailable than retinol while also being significantly more stable. Activates collagen production while it gently exfoliates by enhancing cellular turnover, erasing wrinkles, discoloration & signs of aging.
- Coffee Berry – Antioxidant-rich superfruit that enhances collagen production & neutralizes aging free radicals.
- Chamomile Extract – A powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory qualities that has been shown to reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
- Coconut Oil – Moisturizes and soothes skin while creating a lipid barrier that fends off skin damage. Combats wrinkles & discoloration while promoting the natural healing of the skin.
Price: $32.99 available on www.madhippie.com
ClarityRX Cleanse Daily
Skin-nourishing facial wash packed with a dose of vitamins that will restore your skin back to life!
Let this daily cleanser wash sweep away impurities and dirt. Infused with conditioning olive oil, rose hip seed oil and seaweed, your complexion is instantly renewed and refreshed, with a comfortable, clean feeling.
Price: $32.00 available on www.clarityclinicalskincare.com
emerginC vitamin c + retinol mask
Fights free-radical damage, antioxidant, key co-factor in the production of collagen, improves skin tone and texture, calming, fights sun damage, improves pigmentation problems.
Ingredients:
- Vitamin C
- Lemon Juice
- Retinol
- Green Tea
Results: Gives skin a visible boost, removes dead skin cells, helps even skin tone, brightens complexion.
Farmaesthetics Sweet Milk Exfoliate Series Balance oily skin, brighten and maintain a balanced complexion and restore a youthful glow with these powder exfoliators, made with whole sweet milk.
Features & Benefits:
- Natural lactic acid in dried sweet milk, combined with fine cornmeal and ground orange peel, provides a gentle exfoliate for the face & décollete
- Use also while bathing &, when time to remove exfoliate from face, splash clean, & then gently slip shoulders beneath water, allowing the sweet milk mixture to become a skin-brightening milk bath
Price: $27.50 available on www.farmaesthetics.com
Karin Herzog Vita-A-Kombi
Features & Benefits:
- Boosts the skin’s own natural replenishment and recovery mechanisms
- Accelerate cell regeneration
- Deeply hydrates and nourishes
- Combination of oxygen and vitamin A helps to fight the signs of aging
Key Ingredients:
- 1% Hydrogen Peroxide
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin E
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New Releases: It Cosmetics
It Cosmetics recently release two new products into their amazing product line! I was able to test them both out during an event where I got the #Superhero treatment (wink wink). The results are in: BUY NOW!! I have dry to normal skin and It’s first release, Confidence in a Cream, is the perfect product to give your skin that needed balance. Formulated with anti-aging armor to rejuvenate skin, this cream will give you that intense hydration and smooth texture we all desire. The second product they released in the Superhero Elastic Stretch Volumizing Mascara. During the event everyone wore one eye with mascara and one without and the difference was mind-blowing. Did I mention that all you need is one coat? The propriety Elastic Stretch Technology wraps each individual in a volume-boosting, lengthening and ultra-conditioning black cape of power and color, for your longest, thickest, and most defined lashes. Check out more on these two products below!
Developed with plastic surgeons, the leading experts in skin rejuvenation, this revolutionary super cream is your quick-absorbing moisturizer that goes beyond hydration for results you can feel confident in. Paraben-free, hypoallergenic and non-irritating, Confidence in a Cream™ nourishes your skin with collagen, hyaluronic acid, peptides, ceramides, antioxidants and colloidal oatmeal to help minimize the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles while improving the texture of your skin and delivering the ideal amount of moisture.
Available now at http://www.itcosmetics.com
Formulated with powerful peptides and proteins, strengthening biotin, lash-lifting polymers and plumping collagen, this anti-aging mascara will take your lashes to new heights. The innovative formula and Lash-Changing Power Brush work together to coat every lash from base to tips, lifting and separating to create a fuller lash line—no lash is left behind! This super-black mascara is also super-buildable, so lash power is at your fingertips; simply apply more coats for additional volume and length. Available February 16th on ItCosmetics.com
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Feel The Hydration with Burt’s Bees
Hydration is key to maintaining healthy, plump skin. Think about it this way – a desert is an area that lacks hydration which causes the land to become dry and eventually crack. Think of your skin as a piece of land. If there is no source of hydration your skin will eventually dry under harsh conditions such as weather change. When this happens your skin will begin to dry and form wrinkles. Here’s how you can feel the hydration!
Burt’s Bees Intense Hydration Mask: Infused with Clary Sage, Burt’s Bees Intense Hydration Treatment Mask instantly quenches parched skin. Clary Sage not only survives, but thrives in its harsh environment because of its fierce will and exceptional ability to trap and retain moisture. The mask is also Enhanced with Probiotic Technology and formulated with moisturizing Mafura and Tacuma Butters, leaving your skin feeling soft, totally revitalized and healthy-looking (Price: $18).
Burt’s Bees Ultra Conditioning Lip Balm with Kokum Butter: Infuses exotic ingredients for an ultra hydrating lip conditioner that is clinically proven to provide long‐lasting moisturization. Ultra soft natural waxes, butters and oils combine to make this formula just melt on your lips. Kokum Butter, rich in essential fatty acids, helps deliver moisture, while antioxidant‐rich Marula Oil absorbs quickly, leaving lips feeling hydrated and super soft, naturally (Price: $4).
