Yes, Mother is beautiful, but we all need a little recharging every now and then. The perfect remedy? A facial! And just for Mother’s Day, Supple Spa is offering 60-minute Collagen Facials for only $60 (regularly $85). Supple Spa, known for its Royal Bath Body Treatment, is also currently giving its loyal customers VIP Cards <... >
Everyone who was anyone in the beauty industry (and yes, little ol’ me) arrived at the iconic Waldorf Astoria on Friday, May 2 for the annual CEW Beauty Awards, which celebrate the very best in beauty. Each year, CEW Beauty Award finalists are voted on by the organization’s 4,000 industry members while the board of <... >
PVC is so last year. At least you might think so when you read about the material, Re-Run, that Fleurville has developed. They’ve constructed the PVC-free Re-Run Messenger Bag ($75) with a non-toxic, easy-to-clean, plastic material saving ten 600 ml bottles (per bag) from landfill. A Pea in the Pod offers the bag in olive/hot <... >
The tanned and coiffed models glistened in the setting sun and sashayed in the warm breeze down the daisy-lined runway. A random 70 degree day in April may be disdained as the negative effects of global warming, but it provided a beautiful setting for the Earth Week Fashion Event, hosted by Bui-Lavry PR last Tuesday. <... >
Veins are great for carrying blood to the various parts of your body, but not so great when you see them peeking beneath your tennis skirt. TriBeCa MedSpa has a solution just in time for summer. Stop by from now until May 31st for Zap-A-Leg. The Zap-A-Leg service includes a complimentary vein removal consultation and <... >
Sixty percent of what we put on our skin is absorbed into the body, so the lotions we moisturize with could potentially give our bodies a lot more than just soft skin. There are many safe, healthy and green options out there, but with all the choices and factors to consider, it might get a <... >
I never thought I would want to turn green until I attended the eco-conscious fashion show Teens Turning Green. The event, held at the Broad Street Ballroom earlier this month, was aimed at teenagers, but there was something for everyone to learn. The information we got about the dangerous chemicals lurking in everyday cosmetics and <... >
Though he doesn’t like to be considered an environmentalist (a title too official, in his eyes), musician Jack Johnson sure acts like one. A humble member of countless organizations and causes, the Oahu, Hawaii native and former surf film creator has contributed to the Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund, the Red Cross and the Kokua Hawaii <... >
In a world of it bags, the elusive Hermes Birkin has been and remains the most coveted handbag of all, thanks to the off-putting price – leather editions start at $9,000 and the difficulty in securing one – thanks to a interminable wait list. Yet, at the peak of his Ebay selling career, Huffington Post <... >
Do you ever think back to that jean jacket and pant combo that you couldn’t get enough of? All that denim should not only be remembered as a tragic fashion moment in your lifetime, but an opportunity missed to be environmentally conscious. It’s not too late to channel your inner Captain Planet. National Jean Company <... >
Mastiha Shop It’s better than organic; it’s a tradition. From the Greek island Chios comes a natural remedy that works both outside and in. This resin from the indigenous Mastiha tree is one serious multi-tasker. Mastiha’s use in medical remedies and cosmetics dates back thousands of years. It was even used as the first chewing <... >
Summer is highlight season, so get ready and get a little color in your life. DEX New York Beauty Atrium is offering clients a complimentary service of partial highlights done by their top colorists. You can get up to two colors and you’ll also receive a personal consultation. DEX, created by Dexter Phillip, is a <... >
For the past month, all this “green” talk probably has your head spinning. How and where do you start with all the changes? Here’s an event that’s sure to help. This weekend, be sure to stop by the very first Annual Go Green Expo. Its the first and largest eco-focused interactive consumer and business showcase <... >
To celebrate a quarter century in the hair business, the Antonio Prieto Salon will be pampering their clients (and future clients) with specials for the rest of the month. Unwinding while you get your hair done has never been so simple. Enjoy complimentary wine, served daily, and come the weekend, there’s Sangria Saturdays. On Thursday, <... >
This Saturday, some of your favorite beauty brands will be celebrating Earth Day with special offers, giveaways and a team of semi-superheroes! Stop by the following on April 22nd and see instant payoff for earth-friendly practices. Bliss’ Bags Bliss has been watching you! They’ve noticed how eco-conscious you’ve been in carrying their eminent Bliss totes <... >
Did you ever want to see the inside of a bee hive? Burt’s Bees is bringing its mobile multi-tiered “Hive” across North America and you can fly in this weekend for some sweet treats. The Burt’s Bees Bee-utify Your World Mobile Tour is free and features natural personal care product demonstrations, massages and ingredient information <... >
Getting that perfect blowout, finding those killer shoes on sale, meeting that hot guy out on the town. Yeah, those are a few of my favorite things, but take a look at Zooey tees by Alice Heller one of the hippest new lines around that do some good. These eco-friendly, 100% organic bamboo and cotton <... >
When I read the title of yesterday’s Gawker.com article “Dog-Starving Artist Just Gets More Unpopular“, the Kafka short came to mind. Maybe it’s a painting, or maybe it’s a stupid animated YouTube video somebody with too much time on their hands came up with for fifteen minutes of Internet fame. But, when I read that <... >
The U.S. is the biggest emitter of greenhouse gases, responsible for 40% of the industrialized world’s emissions. We know that you share taxis and opt to walk instead of drive whenever possible, but here is yet another way to reduce your daily impact. During the month of April, purchase Naturopathica’s Environmental Defense Mask and a <... >
UK designer Karen Millen opened her U.S. flagship boutique – ï€all a part of her international expansionï€with a show of her Spring/Summer 2008 collections. Allow me to introduce you to Roman Holiday, Safari Luxe, Metropolitan and Cruise. Before the show, celebrity makeup artist Cynde Watson and her team of eight worked their magic on the <... >
