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Tucked away in the Marina on the west side of Los Angeles is the absolutely gawgus Ritz Carlton hotel. Like most of the other Ritz hotels, this one has a spa with an impressive menu of services. The menu differs by location so I wanted to try something new. My back has been killing me [...]
This summer Estee Lauder introduces three splashes built around various fragrance notes of the iconic original. Baie Rose Peony, Sandalwood Amber and Jasmine Violet come in gigantic 8.1 oz splash/spray bottles and are the perfect light fresh scent for summer skin. I am very impressed with the potency as most splashes have very little staying power, [...]
Summer is just starting and we are just starting to see the first glimpses of the fall collections. Here is the first from Bobbi Brown, Bobbi Brown Nudes is absolutely GAWGUS. If you follow me on twitter you saw me aghast in Nordstrom last weekend when I laid eyes on it. My favorites are of [...]
Beverly Hillbillies! I love saying that because it’s so true. L.A. is like another country, everything is different there…it’s prettier, classier you name it. Tomorrow I am off to L.A. for a few days to cover a private event in Hollywood. I will try to sneak pics but you know how folks are! I don’t [...]
Ormonde Jayne is a small niche perfumery in London run by its creator, Linda Pilkington. These gorgeous fragrances are a must if you are looking for a scent that is unique and different. The perfumes are only available through mail order and of course at the Bond Street store in London BUT let me tell [...]
Say that five times fast!! But honestly just because the name is long and cumbersome doesn’t mean that these things aren’t great (ahhh marketing). L’Oreal Skin Genesis Micro Smoothing Cleansing Towelettes are great for getting off your makeup in a snap and providing a little resurfacing along the way. the wipes are texturized with a [...]
Who doesn’t want darker, thicker, longer lashes? I know I do (the lash extensions are holding up GREAT by the way, I will post pics after I get back from L.A. next week). At any rate, the new thing are prescription lash builders, the only drawback is that they have some side effects. Another alternative [...]
Looking for a green alternative to de-frizzing your hair? I have been using Phytodefrisant for years. This stlippery goo Is a relaxing balm for all hair types, naturally curly or permed hair. You do need to be careful and don’t use too much (a little goes a long way) or it will flake. BUT, used [...]
Clinique gives us Bamboo Pink for Summer 2009! The collection was inspired by one of Clinique’s best-selling shades Bamboo Pink (I have the longlast glosswear in this color and I lurve it!). It is a sunny rosey shade looks great on a multitude of skin tones (think pinkish-rosey brown) The gotta have it items from [...]
It’s here!! MAC is having their Friends & Family Event. Starting today, June 16th through June 18th. You can get 25% off your purchase at MACCosmetics.com by entering the code SUMO. I will definitely be picking up some Mineralize Skinfinish Natural (my favorite powder in the summer), items from Naked Honey and some Strobe Cream. For [...]
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