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BABOR Spa Around the World Collection

Sat, 29 Nov 2008 15:33:00 +0000

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BABOR Khanya of Africa Revitalizing Shower Gel $28

Khanya Revitalizing Shower Gel goes beyond cleansing to invigorate the skin with results you can feel. A carefully selected extract of the resurrection plant promotes natural skin functions, while aloe vera provides intensive moisture. Its stimulating blend of exotic fragrances spirits you away to mysterious Africa.

BABOR Khanya of Africa Revitalizing Sugar Oil Peeling $34

Khanya Revitalizing Sugar Oil Peeling contains the finest, sugar-based grains to remove dead skin cells gently but thoroughly. This exfoliator visibly revives and conditions tired skin and conditions, while its valuable marula seed oil vitalizes and strengthens skin's protective barrier.

BABOR Khanya of Africa Revitalizing Body Lotion $34

Khanya Revitalizing Body Lotion treats the skin, leaving it beautifully soft, supple and smooth to the touch. Marula oil visibly vitalizes the skin and regenerates its natural protective barrier, while resurrection plant extract reliably supplies skin with long-lasting moisture. Its fascinating fragrance will inspire your senses.

BABOR ScenTao of Asia Relaxing Body Scrub $34

ScenTao Relaxing Body Scrub is a creamy exfoliating formula with the highly efficient ScenTao Anti-Stress Complex, which demonstrably improves the skin's natural defenses and gives skin a smooth and even appearance. Contains grains made of bamboo to gently remove dead skin cells.

BABOR ScenTao of Asia Relaxing Body Water $34

ScenTao Relaxing Body Water is beautifully refreshing, thanks to its invigorating fragrance. This anti-irritant wellness spray calms and relaxes the skin while it enhances your mood.

Green tea, ginseng and ginkgo biloba support skin's natural functions, while a high-grade extract of da zao (Chinese date) ensures a long-lasting supply of moisture.

BABOR ScenTao of Asia Relaxing Shower Milk $28

ScenTao Relaxing Shower Milk contains carefully-selected active plant ingredients to condition the skin while you shower, leaving it as soft as silk.

This creamy, foaming formula is intensively moisturizing and prevents unpleasant feelings of tightness. Its ginseng and ginkgo biloba systematically strengthen skin's natural protective functions.

BABOR ScenTao of Asia Relaxing Body Lotion $34

ScenTao Relaxing Body Lotion is an extremely soft formula that relaxes your skin and leaves it feeling as smooth as velvet. The ScenTao Anti-Stress Complex strengthens skin's own protective barrier and restores its natural balance, while ginger extract refreshes and invigorates.

BABOR Shadiva of India Balancing Salt Oil Peeling $34

Shadiva Balancing Salt Oil Peeling removes dry cells and swiftly revives tired skin. This body exfoliant contains extremely pure, mineral-rich salt from the Himalayas, which, in combination with valuable natural oils, rebalances your skin and leaves it looking beautifully smooth and even.

BABOR Shadiva of India Balancing Shower Oil $28

Shadiva Balancing Shower Oil contains carefully selected, natural Indian oils to condition your skin while you shower. This exceptionally mild formula retains skin's lipid film and reliably protects skin against feelings of uncomfortable tightness and moisture loss.

BABOR Shadiva of India Balancing Body Lotion $34

Shadiva Balancing Body Lotion contains high-grade active extracts of neem and ginger lily to revitalize skin functions. This creamy, moisturizing formula helps to restore natural balance, conditioning your skin and leaving it smooth and supple.

Perk 'em Up Put the Girls in Their Place

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 20:47:00 +0000

Have you fallen victim to “sagging boob syndrome” over the years? Many of us have difficulty escaping this common condition. Age and gravity along with pregnancy and nursing can take a toll on the elasticity of breast tissue. This in turn leads to a significant loss of tone and firmness.

You don’t have to just sit back and wait for the girls to land on your knees. Aside from wearing a supportive bra during daily activity, there are steps you can take to prevent drooping and improve the tone and texture of your upper half.

Since pregnancy and nursing can cause sudden and dramatic changes in the breasts, it’s important to be proactive and start using a product like Mustela Specific Support Bust ($25) early in your pregnancy and continue all throughout the nursing phase. This will help increase firmness and prevent loss of elasticity. It’s always reassuring for mothers to know that Mustela’s formula is absolutely safe for unborn and nursing babies.

If the damage is already done and you’re looking to get back some of the firmness you once enjoyed, commit to adding one more body part (technically two body parts) to your daily beauty routine. Osmotics Blue Copper 5 Age Repair Body Lift ($95) and Pevonia Estebuste Neck and Bust Concentrate ($67.50) work to restore the breast quality of your younger years. Improving the firmness of your bust takes time and patience, so don’t get discouraged if you don’t see an immediate lift. You didn’t become saggy overnight and you won’t lift back up overnight either.

Nobody can forget the chant, “I must, I must, I must increase my bust!” It may have been fun and inspiring, but certainly not effective at altering anyone’s upper measurement. Fortunately, technology has changed the playing field and with products like StriVectin Hydro-Thermal Bust Beautification Serum ($79) and Rodial Boob Job ($175), women can expect to see a slight enhancement of breast volume over time with regular use. It’s an added bonus to the firming and contouring formulas. Yes ladies, there are alternatives for those who choose not to go under the knife.

After working so hard to improve your bust line, make sure your cleavage wows the crowds by treating the signs of skin aging on the décolleté. This is an area often ravaged by age and sun damage. BORBA Firming Neck and Décolleté Cream ($40) helps fight the signs of aging to leave skin more resilient and younger looking. Alchimie Forever Alexandrite Neck Illuminating and Firming Gel ($55) specifically targets the discoloration that is left behind after years of sun exposure.

Let’s face it, when the girls are looking and feeling their best, we feel better about ourselves. Gravity may be a force to reckon with but it’s nothing compared to the pursuit of a beautiful pair.

Celebrity favorite: The Denim Doctor aka The Hollywood Trading Company interviewed by Shopping and Info

Fri, 21 Nov 2008 17:23:00 +0000

Shopping and Info got to sit down with Zip Stevenson, Creative Director of The Hollywood Trading Company recently to chat about what it was like to be THE DENIM DOCTOR.

The Denim Doctor is known all over the world and has a cult following in places like Japan where custom doctored denim is a VERY hot commodity.

Brad Pitt, David Beckham, Jessica Simpson, Angelina Jolie, Keith Urban and Usher among others have been photographed wearing HTC gear.

When I caught up with Zip Stevenson aka the Denim Doctor he had just finished a Vanity Fair shoot and talked to me about his start in the biz, his clientele, his favorite lunch, and being Eco Friendly. Check out the interview on the next page. It is a good one.

1. Before starting the Hollywood Trading Company apparel and accessories line, how did you decide to start your business as the Denim Doctor?

I was working for used jean shop in Santa Monica and we could not keep enough perfect small size 501's in stock. When we found jeans with perfect fades with slight damage like a broken belt loop or button fly holes with tears etc. we would mend them virtually invisibly. One day a customer asked us if we could repair her personal jeans in a similar way. Without thinking I said yes and then when she asked "how much?" I said something like $20 bucks and she said G-R-E-A-T!! I talked to my boss at the time about this new potential business and he did not express much interest. A few months later I found a store on Third street and called it The Denim Doctors.

2. Who are your clients? Celebrities/ moms/ teens/ professionals?

Yes, all of the above.

3. Which celebrities have you worked with in the past?

Many, many. We have been serving the Hollywood area since 1994.

4. What do you do for the denim of your clients?

Restore and/or alter them using the original sewing machines used to make the jeans in the first place.

5. What is your favorite part of your day?

My favorite part of the day is walking all my dogs and hanging out with my kids.

6. What is the worst part of your day?

L.A. Traffic!!

7. Do you sell your HTC designs exclusively in your stores?

No, our HTC line can be found in specialty stores here in the U.S. and overseas as well.

Do you sell online?

We currently do not but there are fine stores that do so.

8. What inspires your designs?

Basically vintage leather belt designs from 1930's Cowboys and Indians thru Rock and Roll music of the 50's, 60's 70's and (yes even) 80's,

9. What is in your iPod?

I am all over the place; from New Orleans ragtime, to 70's Heavy metal to Kanye West, Eliades Ochoa and of course my friend Mr. Ben Harper. Recently I discovered for myself DJ Kool and his one hit (Let me clear my throat) it was playing at the ten year reunion party scene in the movie "Zack and Miri Make a Porn."

10. What is your favorite lunch?

I love Mexican food from the places where they don't speak English very well.

11. How do you feel about being Eco Friendly?

I was raised Eco. We had a compost in the back yard. My dad owned a recycling center for a time. Then my parents made glass wind chimes out of recycled glass bottles (still do to this day). I picked the habit and now we sell lots of stuff made from recycled leather, canvas and old stock brass hardware everyday. go GREEN, go GREEN, go!

12. What is your favorite piece that you have ever designed?

It is a belt that we continue to make after 10 years it was based on one I saw at a fleamarket I changed it a little bit and made it with great leather and real brass studs and real Czech glass stones.

13. Do you have any favorite clients you have worked with in the past?

My favorite clients are from Japan and they visit us every two to three months and we work together to tailor our goods to fit particular market and they really stretch me and pull the best out of me and keep me very inspired.

14. Can you mention names of celebrity clients you have worked with in the past?

Soon after opening my store in 1994 I began to hire managers to keep an eye on the day to day operations and so they get all the credit and fun of working with Hollywood's who's who. I did help Johnny Depp and Kate Moss when they were dating but gosh that was a long, long time ago.

15. Let us know where my readers can buy HTC goods?

At my store in Los Angeles (of course) and to name a few, Sugar Magnolia in Chicago, Devine in Los Angeles and Glendale, Different Fashion in Sylt, Isetan in Tokyo

16. Location of your business
7383 Beverly Blvd (@ Martel)
Los Angeles, CA 90036

323-964-0080

Tim Gunn's Guide to Style Previews - Erica

Thu, 20 Nov 2008 04:46:00 +0000

The finale of Tim Gunn's Guide to Style is tonight, Thursday 11/20 @ 10/9c. Tim's client for this special episode is Erica, a bride-to-be with a serious confidence problem. Her tall stature leaves her self-conscious with every outfit she tries on. Can Tim help her restore her faith in herself in time to step into the spotlight on her wedding day?

Review: Revolution Organics All-Over Skin Creme

Tue, 18 Nov 2008 17:45:00 +0000

Revolution Organics All-Over Skin Creme ($33 at Beauty.com) is a beauty gem that is worth going gaga about! There are so many "green" products out on the market, but this one is worth taking a second glance at. It is suitable for everyone in the family to use, except for the dog. Sorry, Fido!

This new eco-luxe and travel friendly product can used from your face to all the way down to your toes. It is blended with perfection with essential oils, vital plant extracts, vitamins and nutrients to nourish & moisturize your skin. It also contains a patented organic 3 tea compound that promotes cell rejuvenation, skin elasticity and age defying free radical fighting antioxidants for beautiful radiant skin everywhere. This skin creme is ultra rich without the greasiness. The smell is very pleasant without it smelling synthetic or perfume-ish.

They also have two other products included in there line that you should not overlook:

Revolution Organics
All-Over Body Balm $28

This All-in-One beauty essential has over 22 uses - so you're covered from head to toe! Specially formulated with organic ingredients, plant extracts and nourishing oils to moisturize anywhere, anytime.

Revolution Organics
Lip Therapy Balm $24

A vitamin-packed moisturizing blend of nourishing oils, butters, fruit and plant extracts to repair and restore lips to their natural, supple fullness.

breaking up

Sun, 16 Nov 2008 13:10:40 +0000

A story shared to me... A very beautiful story...

The author who plays the wife in the story says;

My husband is S/W Engineer by profession, I love him for his steady nature and I love the warm feeling when I lean against his broad shoulders.

Two years of courtship and now, five years into marriage, I would have to admit, that I am getting tired of it. The reasons of me loving him before, has now transformed into the cause of all my restlessness.

I am a sentimental woman and extremely sensitive when it comes to a relationship and my feelings. I yearn for the romantic moments, like a little girl yearning for candy. My husband is my complete opposite; his lack of sensitivity, and the inability of bringing romantic moments into our marriage has disheartened me about LOVE.

One day, I finally decided to tell him my decision, that I wanted a divorce.

"Why?" he asked, shocked.

"I am tired. There are no reasons for everything in the world!" I answered.

He kept silent the whole night, seemingly in deep thought. My feeling of disappointment only increased. Here was a man who was not able to even express his predicament, so what else could I expect from him?

And finally he asked me: "What can I do to change your mind?"

Somebody said it right... It's hard to change a person's personality, and I guess, I have started losing faith in him.

Looking deep into his eyes I slowly answered: "Here is the question. If you can answer and convince my heart, I will change my mind.

Let's say, I want a flower located on the face of a mountain cliff, and we both are sure that picking the flower will cause your death. Will you do it for me?"

He said: "I will give you your answer tomorrow.... "

My hopes just sank by listening to his response.

I woke up the next morning to find him gone, and saw a piece of paper with his scratchy handwriting underneath a milk glass, on the dining table near the front door, that goes....

My dear, "I would not pick that flower for you, but....please allow me to explain the reasons further.....

This first line was already breaking my heart. I continued reading.

"When you use the computer you always mess up the Software programs, and you cry in front of the screen. I have to save my fingers so that I can help to restore the programs.

You always leave the house keys behind, thus I have to save my legs to rush home to open the door for you.

You love traveling but always lose your way in a new city. I have to save my eyes to show you the way.

You always have the cramps whenever your "good friend" approaches every month. I have to save my palms so that I can calm the cramps in your tummy.

You like to stay indoors, and I worry that you will be infected by infantile autism. I have to save my mouth to tell you jokes and stories to cure your boredom.

You always stare at the computer, and that will do nothing good for your eyes. I have to save my eyes so that when we grow old, I can help to clip your nails and help to remove those annoying white hairs. So I can also hold your hand while strolling down the beach, as you enjoy the sunshine and the beautiful sand...and tell you the colour of flowers, just like the colour of the glow on your young face...

Thus, my dear, unless I am sure that there is someone who loves you more than I do... I could not pick that flower yet, and die ... "

My tears fell on the letter, and blurred the ink of his handwriting. .. and as I continue on reading... "Now, that you have finished reading my answer, and if you are satisfied, please open the front door for I am standing outside bringing your favorite bread and fresh milk...

I rushed to pull open the door, and saw his anxious face, clutching tightly with his hands, the milk bottle and loaf of bread....Now I am very sure that no one will ever love me as much as he does, and I have decided to leave the flower alone...

That's LIFE, and LOVE. When one is surrounded by love, the feeling of excitement fades away, and one tends to ignore the true love that lies in between the peace and dullness.

Love shows up in all forms; even in very small and cheeky forms. It has never been a model. It could be the dullest and most boring form ...

Flowers, and romantic moments are only used and appear on the surface of the relationship. Under all this, the pillar of true love stands... AND THAT'S LIFE

So what are you cribbing and complaining in life.. find the best in your partners, appreciate and acknowledge it ... today... now.

"Think about it.."

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Review: Saaf Organic Super Hydrating Body Balm

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 18:58:00 +0000

Saaf's luxury skincare combines nurturing your skin with respect for planet earth. Carefully blended healing and revitalizing organic oils create high impact radiance for your skin and low impact on the environment.

Hot off the press is Saaf, shortlisted for the 2008 Best Organic Beauty Awards in Britain. Founder, Dr. Mah, is a respected UK pharmacologist, homeopath and skincare expert. Dr. Mah was chosen as one of the UK’s top 20 entrepreneurs in 2007 for her work in founding Saaf Pure Skincare.

Saaf pure skincare founder Dr. Mah is a leading authority on safe skincare and has taken great care in ensuring her own line is one of the most certified anywhere. She is a frequent lecturer on how to conduct environmentally-responsible business and has been recognized by Buckingham Palace. All materials are recyclable.

Review: The Saaf Organic Super Hydrating Body Balm ($64.95 at Beautorium) is a complete indulgence for the skin, especially if you suffer from dry skin. It has a wonderful blend of protective and nourishing cold pressed healing botanicals and organic beeswax, helping to combat intense dryness. It makes my skin look beautiful, shiny, and glowing. This product is a surefire way to prevent and combat winter skin! This product also contains anti-inflammatory Black Seed Oil, soothing Safflower, skin regenerating Shea Butter, and natural Vitamin E. Organic Mandarin, Lavender, Patchouli, Ylang-ylang and Clove create a sensual, spicy, citrus fragrance. Distinctive and delicious. Its anti-oxidant rich botanicals also help restore suppleness and elasticity to the skin. Rich in Omega 3, 6 and 9 oils, it soothes and rehydrates - teams up beautifully with Pure Shower Gel.

M2 Skin Care

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 00:10:00 +0000

Immerse yourself in the next generation of Mandelic and Malic Acid treatments with M2 Skin Care. Designed to tackle the most troublesome skin affected by aging, fine lines and wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, acne, or acne scarring, the unique formulas will transform skin from flawed to flawless.

M2 Skin Care was created by M2 Skin Technologies, a company dedicated to creating clinical-grade products that produce professional results. Following in the footsteps of the popular and renowned MaMa Lotion, M2 Skin Care will deliver powerful results with safe, comfortable products.

The strength behind M2 Skin Care is a potent combination of Mandelic and Malic Acids. Both ingredients are powerful Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs). Mandelic Acid is naturally antibacterial, making it the must-have for acne-prone skin. Malic Acid is a natural humectant, keeping skin hydrated throughout the day. By adding anti-inflammatory Algae Extract, M2 Skin Care protects skin from the common irritation associated with AHAs.

M2 Skin Care provides a regimen of three powerful products to help your skin to look its best. The cleanser, corrective treatment, and moisturizer, target acne, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation without irritating your skin.

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M2 Skin Recovery Moisturizer $30.50

Soothe and repair your stressed, dehydrated skin with this oil-free, antioxidant-rich moisturizer. Formulated to comfort and protect the skin from moisture loss throughout the day while improving the appearance of aging, acne, and hyperpigmentation.

M2 Collection Set $89.51

Refine and rejuvenate your skin with one complete set. With the M2 Collection Set you will rid your skin of dulling acne, wrinkles, and hyperpigmentation and reveal the radiance hiding underneath. The products work together, cleansing away impurities, removing dead skin cells, and plumping the skin with moisture.

The set includes M2 Exfoliating Cleanser (6.76 fl. oz.), M2 HP Skin Refinish (1.7 fl. oz.), and M2 Skin Recovery Moisturizer (1.7 fl. oz.).

M2
Exfoliating Cleanser $19.50

Instantly refine your skin every time you wash. This gel cleanser combines Mandelic and Malic Acids to gently exfoliate and remove impurities from the skin. Natural antibacterial, antioxidant, and humectant properties restore balance, clarity, and tone. Soap-free and SLS-free.

M2
HP Skin Refinish $44.50

Eliminate all your skin care woes with one easy-to-use serum. This multi-purpose facial treatment uses a high-potency combination of Mandelic and Malic Acids to rapidly even skin tone, reduce breakouts, and soften wrinkles.

Barack Obama press conference video: what did you think?

Fri, 07 Nov 2008 21:08:55 +0000

President elect Barack Obama has held his first press conference, and we have it on video below. Obama had a number of topics that he wanted to discuss, but the economy was at the top of his agenda.

Barack Obama said “immediately after I become President, I will confront this economic crisis head-on by taking all necessary steps to ease the credit crisis, help hardworking families, and restore growth and prosperity.”

There are those who wonder why Barack Obama does not act now on behalf of America, although he is not president yet, he is still a member of the United States Senate, and he has the power to come up with a solution. But is it really that easy, I would say not.

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How do you thing Barack Obama’s conference went?

VH1 Save The Music Foundation Red Carpet Photos

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 11:12:12 +0000

Singer Gavin Rossdale has been working with Esquire magazine’s Hollywood Hills House to celebrate music in the public school system in Los Angeles.

Since 1997 this non-profit organization has been helping to restore music education programs in American public schools. So far $43 million in musical instruments have been given to 1,600 public schools in over 100 cities around the country. This wonderful gift of music has impacted over 1.2 million students.

Research has proven that when a child plays a musical instrument, they enhance their critical thinking skills and their ability to work as a team. Engagement in school is key in keeping children from dropping out.

West Hollywood was filled with famous faces last night, helping to raise awareness and raising money for this wonderful foundation.

Check out the photos below of our favorite stars hitting the red carpet.

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