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Someone Just Like Me Said, ‘Buy It’

SalonSupport — Fri, 29 Jul 2011 20:44:58 +0000

MAGAZINES have long been oracles of beauty advice for women. These days, beauty bloggers, celebrities and tweeting makeup artists also dole out tips and tout must-have products — that they may have received free. But Makeup Alley, a 12-year-old low-frills Web site that focuses on user-generated reviews, has quietly come to be the standard bearer for the unvarnished truth about beauty products online.

According to its New York-based founder, Hara Glick — who, unlike most beauty editors, is so low-profile that she didn’t even want to be photographed for this article — Makeup Alley now has 1.1 million members, which is roughly equivalent to the circulation of Allure. They hotly debate the finer points of Clarisonic skin-cleansing gadgets on the site’s message boards, which get 45,000 posts daily (the site had 2.1 million unique visitors in June), Ms. Glick said. They also swap their used blush, lipstick and other items, so no ill-suited purchase goes to waste and something “new” is always in the mail, even if funds are low and outsiders think it’s gross. Read More…

Ferrari Roars into the Beauty Business

SalonSupport — Tue, 14 Dec 2010 19:51:14 +0000

We all thought we saw the best of the blow dryers when we were introduced to the T3 Tourmaline Evolution Dryer. With its amazing features and settings we never imagined another blow dryer stealing the competition from T3. Well, I guess we were all wrong. As long as we have our engineers and designers, blow dryers can always be improved with new technology and new designs. In this case, two great companies with long histories have combined their resources to come up with the incredible VOLARE. BaByliss®PRO and FERRARI have put their forces together to design the world’s first professional luxury hair dryer called the VOLARE. The VOLARE comes in two sizes, a medium and a compact one and in two colors, black and in original FERRARI red. The VOLARE is powered by a FERRARI engine that is designed and constructed to output exceptional performances maximizing its airflow and by minimizing its weight and vibration in order to optimize fast drying and long lasting styling effect. By now the question that is most likely bothering some of us is, how much does this luxury cost? It sells for about Read More…

Orallift

admin — Sun, 11 Apr 2010 04:26:25 +0000

Orallift is a specially fitted mouthpiece designed to be worn for a couple of hours, three times a week, to shift the position of the jaw. The device realigns facial muscles, with minimum discomfort, to give “the illusion of a facelift, but without a knife in sight”.

It is claimed to give a firmer jaw line, lifted eye area, fuller lips and brighter skin. Though not everyone in the industry is convinced. “If you have intensive orthodontic treatment, you can certainly reposition the jaw,” says Rajiv Grover, a consultant plastic surgeon. “But to say you can reverse loss of height in the jawbone by wearing a mouthpiece for a few hours a day is adventurous.”

Rumoured to be one reason for Kelly Osbourne’s recent metamorphosis from round of face to more sculpted oval.

FDA Approval of JUVÉDERM(R) XC Dermal Filler Formulated with Lidocaine

admin — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 13:02:22 +0000

Allergan, Inc. announced the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) approval of JUVÉDERM(R) XC, a new formulation of the currently FDA-approved JUVÉDERM(R) dermal filler and the latest advancement in hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers. Allergan’s new JUVÉDERM(R) formulation contains the local anesthetic lidocaine to provide patients with enhanced comfort during treatment of moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as the nasolabial folds (or “parentheses”) that appear around the nose and mouth. JUVÉDERM(R) is the first and only hyaluronic acid dermal filler approved by the FDA to last up to one year from initial treatment and number-one selling hyaluronic acid dermal filler.

“As the global leader in medical aesthetics, Allergan is committed to providing the latest scientific advancements in facial aesthetic products to meet patients’ demands and further optimize their experiences,” said Robert Grant, Allergan’s Corporate Vice President and President, Allergan Medical. “We lead innovation in the dermal filler category with the first and only smooth-consistency gel hyaluronic acid dermal filler approved by the FDA to last up to a year. Now we have added lidocaine to JUVÉDERM(R) to provide the same smooth, long-lasting result, but with additional comfort for patients.”

The JUVÉDERM(R) XC formulation with 0.3% preservative-free lidocaine numbs the treatment area within seconds, potentially reducing the need for an additional anesthetic. JUVÉDERM(R) XC provides the same smooth, long-lasting results as demonstrated with existing formulations of JUVÉDERM(R), and now offers a more comfortable injection experience and potentially less time spent in the physician’s office when compared to the non-lidocaine JUVÉDERM(R) formulation.

“Patients want a smooth and natural-looking result from a dermal filler treatment, but as a physician I am also interested in managing my patient’s discomfort during the injection. Before the introduction of JUVÉDERM(R) XC it often took up to 30 minutes for an anesthetic block to take effect. In the clinical trial leading up to the FDA approval, patients reported they experienced less pain with JUVÉDERM(R) XC, compared to their previous dermal filler treatment without lidocaine. So with the new formulation, patients can receive the same smooth results as demonstrated with JUVÉDERM(R) but enjoy a more comfortable injection experience,” said Charles Boyd, M.D., Boyd Cosmetic Surgical Institute and JUVÉDERM(R) XC clinical investigator.

Navajo Skin Care

admin — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:55:49 +0000

The Navajo philosophy emphasizes the need for harmony between people, nature, land, and the spiritual world. Besides using only natural, food grade preservatives in its formulation, Navajo Skincare is also an official partner with Navajo Nation and they donate substantial portions of their profits for the benefit of the Navajo People.

At Navajo Skin Care™, we are committed to delivering the world’s finest all-natural products. We’ve spent years exploring and experimenting with natural ingredients to optimize the health and beauty of the skin. We’ve learned that it is vitally important that you nourish your skin as the vital organ that it is with pure and wholesome ingredients. We also found that by maximizing the content of natural properties in our products, we can provide a superior alternative to the flashy, chemical filled mainstream products.

Our lotions and moisturizers are formulated to include antioxidants and more than 16 natural oils rich in essential fatty acids as well as antibiotic, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antioxidant properties. The primary natural oils include Evening Primrose, Borage Seed, Tamanu Oil, Pomegranate and Sasha Inchi Oil. These naturally moisturizing oils are then fortified with Vitamin A, C, E and Vitamin K2 to help protect the elastin and vasculature of the skin.

L’Oreal claims it could turn grey hair back to it’s original colour

admin — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:43:35 +0000

L’Oreal, the world’s largest cosmetics and beauty company, claims it could halt and potentially reverse going grey.

Dye could become a denizen of the past as hair is restored to it’s natural and younger colour and, scientists believe, will be a product available as an oral pill backed up by haircare products.

According to the experts at Centre Charles Zviak, L’Oreal’s research and development HQ, it is science and by no means fiction. Scientists working there have identified a pair of genes that may play a key role in turning hair grey. If the company’s plans come good, going grey will one day be a thing of the past and available within a decade.

Patricia Pineau, L’Oreal’s Research Communications Director, said: “Hair is an enigma,

“It is a fibre, a material with physical properties. It is also a living organ that grows, greys and falls out. How can we fight this? Do we need a physical approach or a biological approach?”

L’Oreal has put it’s money where it’s mouth is, putting some £581 million last year into research.

Hair, like skin, contains melanocytes, pigment cells that give it colour.

ClienTrak! Software Chosen by NAILS Magazine Readers

cheryl — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 16:56:29 +0000

ClienTrak! Spa and Salon software was chosen as one of the top five best spa and salon management software programs in this year’s readers’ poll. The poll was taken among subscribers of the trade magazine and includes their choices for 2009’s best products.

eyeSlices

admin — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 19:53:16 +0000

eyeSlices® are innovative eye treatment pads that combine the natural essence of nature with bio-innovation to bring about an all-in-one solution to all common eye concerns. eyeSlices® is a global first in cryogel polymer technology. These dermal delivery eye masks reduce the appearance of red eyes, dark circles under eyes, tired eyes, wrinkles and puffy eyes within 5 minutes of use. These professional spa and in-home anti-aging eye skin treatments lock in moisture and are unique in that they provide an instant cooling sensation without a fridge and are re-usable!

“The innovation in eyeSlices is to combine active natural ingredients with a patented polymer cryogel. The result is naturally cooling, translucent, re-useable eye pads which slowly release a soothing, healing balm to treat a wide range of eye irritations while stimulating circulation and removing puffiness, dark circles, tiredness, redness and signs of aging.”

The natural ingredients range from Aloe Ferox to Pentavitin, released by a technologically advanced dermal gel pad that provides an instant cooling sensation without refrigeration.

“As soon as you place the eyeSlices pads on your eyes, you feel cooling, soothing sensations. And after ust a few minutes the improvements to your eyes are really tangible.”

The product was developed in South Africa by Kerryne Krause-Neufeldt, in a seven year development programme that started with the ingredients and went on to creating the perfect pads. In her native country, and then in the US, the product has taken the professional beauty industry by storm, winning many awards in the aesthetics, technology, science and business sectors.

Minardi Color Perfect Lighting

admin — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 02:27:40 +0000

Minardi Color Perfect Lighting, by Eco-Lite Products, LLC, has just been selected as a recommended lighting manufacturer in the National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons and Spas™ Source Guide. The National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas™ is the first association in the United States designed to build a community of environmentally friendly, socially responsible salon and spa owners. Its purpose is to be the source of information, presented in an organized format, to assist those who are concerned about the impact their salon or spa has on the environment. The NAEFSS Sustainability Certifications provide standards for build-out, operations and maintenance for eco-friendly salons and spas.

“We could not be prouder of our inclusion in this fantastic new resource for salon owners … what Tamara Jercha, President of the National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas™, and her team are doing is not only beneficial to the salon and spa industry, it is great for the environment.” said Howard Gurock, co-president of Eco-Lite Products. Every day we get calls from more and more salon owners who purchase our salon lighting in order to follow through on their commitment to going green, added Gurock.

Jercha, who was instrumental in having Minardi Color Perfect Lighting included in the salon and spa guide, is simplifying the ability for salons and spas to go green. According to Jercha “When there are too many choices or paths to take, a person gets a sense of information overload and becomes paralyzed. They do nothing because they don’t know where to start. The National Association of Eco-Friendly Salons & Spas TM (NAEFSS) will help you get GOING GREEN off your to do list.”

Eco-Lite Products was so impressed with Jercha and her association that Jeff Gasman, co-president of Eco-Lite, invited her to be a guest contributor in the August 2009 issue of C.U.T.S., the monthly e-newsletter of Minardi Color Perfect Lighting. The NAEFSS is “… the exact type of organization that we want to be associated with. We both share the same commitment to the environment” said Gasman.

Eco-Lite Products is currently in the final stages of development of several new energy efficient lighting fixtures for its Minardi Color Perfect Lighting division. The new fixtures are all eco-friendly, color perfect and will be a great addition to the fantastic salon light fixtures we already produce for the industry, said Gurock.

LORAC's new TANtalizer Matte bronzing powder

admin — Wed, 10 Jun 2009 04:38:33 +0000

LORAC’s new TANtalizer Matte bronzing powder is a mineral-based formaula that has natural, built-in sunscreen and is actually baked on Italian terra-cotta tiles. Best of all, it has just the right amount of warmth without being too sparkly, which is getting harder to find these days. For $30, it’s a safe and sane was to look like you’ve just been to (insert name of favorite remote tropical island here). The whole summer collection of blushes and shadows is lovely — the celebrity favorite is a pearly peach blush called “Exposed,” says the line’s creator Carol Shaw, who regularly primps the Kardashians, Deborah Messing and others for red carpet appearances. We chatted with her briefly last week while she was in town for a visit, where she predicted that the matte look is going to be big big big in summer and continue into the fall.