No summer makeup bag would complete without a bronzer; having a sun-kissed glow is what it's all about! One that you might want to consider is the Aveda Uruku Bronzing Ritual Kit. I love that not only do you get a great bronzer, but also the perfect kabuki-style brush for just-right application.
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Summer's here and one thing is for certain--you want hair that looks good, is easy to maintain and can stand up to extremes of sunlight, high humidity, chlorine...the works, right? No worries--here are some of the best summer hair products to help you get the look!
Celebrity hair stylist Kristin Ess of Chris McMillan Salon is the woman behind Lauren Conrad's new summer color. "Lauren's "Ombre" color starts with a low volume smudge which only stays on for 15 minutes and takes her natural color to a slightly warmer more golden tone. Then I carefully applied a baby highlight around the hairline. And last, free handed highlights that get heavier toward the bottom, creating a more natural, believable, beachy summer blonde." Gorgeous!
It's Earth Day and it seems that every year, there are more and more beauty companies participating in the event. These are some of my favorite socially-conscious beauty products that celebrate Earth Day:
Kiehl's Since 1851 has created four "Friends of Kiehl's" Limited Edition labels for 100% natural and ECOCERT-certified organic, Açaí Damage-Protecting Toning Mist ($26.00). The labels, shot by celebrity photographer David LaChapelle, feature socially conscious influencers from all walks of life – an Actor, a Musician, an Athlete and an Artist – depicting their vision of social responsibility. 100% of Kiehl’s Net Profits up to
$200,000 will benefit the Rainforest Alliance. Get more information at Kiehls.com.
This is the time of year that I love to experiment and use home fragrances to create a warm, inviting ambience. Whether it's the scent of cranberry or pine boughs, using different forms of home fragrances can really instill a mood to your home.
Some of my favorites include:
Crabtree & Evelyn Noel Home Fragrance Diffuser ($35): Whether you keep this diffuser for yourself or give one as a gift, the fragrance says "holidays"! The frosted glass diffuser is topped with a red velvet ribbon and snowflake charm; it looks so festive sitting atop a table. You receive 12 reeds and a bottle of Noel fragrance oil. Available in Crabtree & Evelyn stores and online at Crabtree-Evelyn.com.
Aveda Pink Ribbon Hand Relief is one Breast Cancer Awareness product I always look forward to getting. Not only is Hand Relief one of my favorite hand creams; I often give it as a gift. It's thick, emollient cream and wonderful herbal fragrance is soothing and nourishing for dry hands.
During the month of October, Aveda donates $4 from the sale of each special edition Pink Ribbon Hand Relief product to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. The Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded in 1993 by Evelyn H. Lauder and is dedicated to funding clinical and genetic research on breast cancer at medical institutions across the globe.
The Aveda Pink Ribbon Hand Relief retails at $21.00 for a value-sized 5.0 ounce tube. You can purchase the Aveda Pink Ribbon Hand Relief at Aveda salons or at www.aveda.com.
