Looking for a really wonderful Hand Cream? My favorite for the Summer is  MERAKI Silky Mist Hand Cream. I like that this hand cream is nourishing with organic sunflower and chamomile. I love that it is gentle on my skin and that it is non-greasy. It more than moisturizes your hands, it also protects and I love the fragrance which is a light orange smell. This one is a real must -have this Summer!

You can purchase here.  They also have a wonderful variety of other products!

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this post.

This spring, Sally Hansen^® is bringing bare-legged beauty to your fingertips. The brand is teaming up with PRIV, a popular on-demand beauty app that allows users to order their favorite beauty services right to their doors. The partnership will bring the brand’s revolutionary Airbrush Legs^® Leg Makeup directly to women in select markets across the country. Beginning in April through August, consumers in New York, NY, Hamptons, NY, Los Angeles, CA and Austin, TX will receive a professional application of Airbrush Legs^® Leg Makeup from one of PRIV’s top stylists with any beauty service ordered through the app or on PRIV.com. The coveted product will be applied right in the consumers’ own homes by an expert makeup artist, who will also teach fans how to use the spring essential with a step-by-step tutorial during application. As an added bonus, fans will also receive a complimentary bottle of Airbrush Legs^® Leg Makeup.

One of Sally Hansen’s best-selling products, Airbrush Legs^® Leg Makeup is a lightweight leg makeup that leaves legs looking smooth and sexy all day long. The formula infused with Palmaria Extract, helps cover imperfections like veins, freckles or bruises and stimulate microcirculation. This long lasting, fast drying formula is transfer and water resistant. The spray-on formula blends seamlessly into skin for gorgeous and flawless legs. It is available in six natural-looking shades with a luminous finish: Fairest Glow, Light Glow, Beige Glow, Medium Glow, Tan Glow, and Deep Glow and is also available in a Lotion form.

It’s almost Summer and this one is a Beauty-Must-Have before heading to the beach this Summer! I received a sample and what I like best is that it is so easy to use! It also looks natural instead of the dreaded orange color. I highly recommend this product! PRIV, although I have not tried sounds like an amazing must-try!

PRIV is a one-stop destination for every beauty and wellness need. The app brings together services from every aspect of the industry, allowing fans to order their favorite services like blowouts, massages and haircuts directly to them anytime and anywherein multiple markets across the US and UK.

WHAT AIRBRUSH LEGS COSTS: $13.99

WHERE TO FIND IT: Drugstores nationwide

About Coty Inc.

Coty is a leading global beauty company with net revenues of $4.4 billion for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2015.  Founded in Paris in 1904, Coty is a pure play beauty company with a portfolio of well-known fragrances, color cosmetics and skin & body care products sold in over 130 countries and territories.  Coty’s product offerings include such power brands as adidas, Calvin Klein, Chloé,DAVIDOFF, Marc Jacobs, OPI, philosophy, Playboy, Rimmel and Sally Hansen. For additional information about Coty Inc., please visit www.coty.com.

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to post. Photos and press info provided.

Summer is almost here!

Here are a few of my favorite Beauty Must-Haves for the season!

Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting EyeSwirl is one that is actually great any time of the year!

This one is a hydrating gel that firms the under eye area. I love that it is lightweight and absorbs quickly! I feel safe using it under my eyes and it reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Retails for $25.99-33.99 where Olay products are sold.

The Olay Total Effects Daily Anti-Aging Moisturizer w/ solasheer technology SPF 30 and Complete All Day Moisturizer SPF 30 in sensitive are must-haves for the Summer!

The Olay Total Effects Daily Anti-Aging Moisturizer w/solasheer technology SPF 30 is my favorite Moisturizer! This one fights the 7 signs of aging and visibly improves how my skin looks! My favorite things are that it leaves my skin moisturized, has SPF and is lightweight! Retails for $19.99 and can be found where Olay products are sold.

My favorite year-round though is the Complete All Day Moisturizer SPF 30 but it is true Must-have in the Summer months! This one provides 8 hours of hydration plus SPF 15 or 30. I prefer the 30! I really feel that my face is protected from the UVA and UVB rays. I also love that the SPF 30 is available for Sensitive skin. Retails for $10.99 and found where Olay products are sold.

Self Disclosure: I received free products to facilitate this post. Photo Credit: Olay.

Looking for a product that will leave your skin feeling hydrated and softer? This one is a must-try!

I like that my skin feels great after using this product! It is much softer and hydrated. I also like that it is lightweight and has a nice smell. The smell is slightly floral but I like that. It may not be for everyone but it has become one of my to-go-to products! It is great for dry and even sensitive skin!I love how this feels on my skin! I like that it has lavender and that it feels soothing on my skin. I tend to have somewhat sensitive skin at times but this one works great on my skin. I also like that it hydrates my skin and has a nice smell! I highly recommend! It does have a light floral scent but I really like it.

More info:

Specially selected ingredients work together to achieve optimum results:– Rose Damascena: One of the most nourishing and skin friendly natural oils, providing balance, moisture, and a variety of vitamins and minerals to the skin.
– Niacinamide (Vitamin B): This potent vitamin has been clinically proven to fade away hyperpigmentation, sun spots, and acne..
– Rosehip Seed Oil: Naturally rich in Vitamins C & A, these essential fatty acids work quickly to lock in skin’s moisture.
– Evening Primrose Oil: Provides light, non-oily moisture to the skin, never clogging or irritating the skin.
– Bearberry: Reduces melanin production, thereby lightening the skin, revealing a brighter complexion.
– Lavender: Heals the skin, treating pimples, wounds, and sores.

Directions for using Valentia Royal Rose Hydrating Serum:
Apply 1-2 pumps evenly to face and neck each evening after cleansing skin thoroughly. After absorption, follow with moisturizer and eye product of choice.

You can purchase at http://www.amazon.com/NEW-Hydrating-Sensitive-Damascena-Niacinamide/dp/B01AHVGZNM/

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Self Disclosure: I received a free product in exchange for an unbiased review.

Burke Williams Day Spa is pleased to introduce the ageless practice of Ayurvedic medicine into an innovative new menu of body treatments unveiling at all spa locations on June 1. Using traditional herbal blends and warm aromatheraputic essential oils, these time-honored Ayurvedic body treatments will calm the mind, balance the three doshas and create a profound sense of bliss and contentment.

The ancient yet ageless practice of Ayurvedic medicine has been in existence for over 5,000 years. In Ayurveda, health is defined as the dynamic state of balance between mind, body and environment. Burke Williams three new Ayurvedic body treatments will offer the ultimate in relaxation and restoration.

SHIRODHARA “Head-flow” – Profound – Flowing – Clarity

This deeply soothing traditional Ayurvedic treatment calms the central nervous system and integrates the mind and body to achieve a heightened state of awareness, relaxation and contentment. The treatment begins with selecting the herbal massage oil specific to the mind-body constitution, or dosha. Guests will be expertly massaged with the warm herbal oil ending with the Shirodhara, a constant and gentle stream of oil poured over the third eye to create a profound state of happiness and mental clarity.

ANANDA “Bliss” – Rhythmic – Hydrating – Vitality

Traditional Ayurvedic practice focuses on the 5 energy channels of the head, feet and hands. Ayurvedic herbs are applied to the five points followed by a nourishing, rhythmic flowing massage with heated theraputic oils. Special emphasis is placed on the Marma points, the vital energy points that move electromagnetic energy through the body. Finally the traditional Ayurvedic Balancing Bowl is used on the feet to balance the doshas and remove excess heat or energy from the body.

BALANCING BOWL ENHANCEMENT “Balance” – Realign – Uplifting – Peace

Made from three of earth’s metals, the Balancing Bowl contains specific properties to balance vital subtle energies within the body. Addressing the needs of the three doshas, silver balances Pitta, copper balances Kapha and brass balances Vata.  Performed with any of our massage treatments, this Ayurvedic enhancement will leave the guest relaxed with a profound sense of contentment.

For more information on Burke Williams Day Spas locations, services and products please visit http://burkewilliamsspa.com.

Credit: Burke Williams Spa.

The NYC Show Time Lip Balm is caring, yet oh-so trendy. It works to keep you super moisturized and includes Vitamin C. Care for your lips but with style!

·      Provides sheer color and care while helping minimizing lip chapping and cracking by providing immediate moisture.

·      Available in Cool Nude, Trendy Peach, Popular Pink, Fashionable Fucshia, In Vogue Red and Modern Coral.

I love these shades and how soft my lips feel! My favorite is Popular Pink!

·      Retails for $1.99

Look for them wherever NYC New York Color products are sold!

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this Beauty Post. Photo Credit: NYC New York Color.

Looking for a skin care/cosmetic line that is perfect for Women over 40? Have you heard of BOOM by Cindy Joseph?

My favorite is the Boomsilk! It is simply a great moisturizer even if you have sensitive skin! Boomstick Color is really great too! It looks natural and that is why I like these products. You can simply use Boomstick Color on your cheeks and wear mascara and lipstick and that’s all you need! You look natural and not like you have too much makeup on! The products are easy to apply and make your skin look clean and more natural! I like how my face looks brighter and I highly recommend!

Find out more at http://www.boombycindyjoseph.com/

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post. Photo Credit: Boom by Cindy Joseph.

This month, revolutionary cosmetic dermatology brand dr. brandt® skincare announced that it will pay homage to its beloved founder, Dr. Fredric Brandt, with the creation of the new Dr. Brandt® Skincare Advisory Board, a groundbreaking panel of the foremost skincare specialists who are notably outstanding in their fields. Each of the experts is deeply committed to the brand’s proprietary Brandt Method, and is dedicated to attaining the highest levels of results. The Board will continue to elevate the brand, and will honor Dr. Brandt’s legacy of continually innovating the best in dermatology. Each expert chosen for the panel will have a deep understanding and respect for the brand’s tradition of scientific excellence. The panel will be comprised of the best doctors from across the globe, beginning with dermatologists at the forefront of the American skincare industry and eventually extending into key international markets like the UK, France, Korea, and Japan.

“The scope of Dr. Brandt’s work was unprecedented,” says Stephane Colleu, president and CEO, dr. brandt skincare. “To uphold his standards, we’re taking a fresh approach with a supremely talented group of experts serving as the voice of the brand. The members of the Skincare Advisory Board will help keep Dr. Brandt’s legend and presence alive in the mind of the public, and at the same time, they’ll reaffirm dr. brandt® skincare as the industry’s leading innovator.”

After months of a thorough vetting process, the first two doctors named to the Skincare Advisory Board are Dr. Whitney Bowe and Dr. Amy Brodsky, with other high-profile skincare authorities soon to be joining them. Drs. Bowe and Brodsky will bring their own unique professional insights to the brand, which will be influential in the development of new dr. brandt® skincare products. The pair will serve as a review board for the brand, sharing their perceptions of the latest breakthrough innovations and cutting-edge technologies with a level of candor unique to the industry, and for which Dr. Brandt himself was famously known. Their accessibility to the media and consumers alike furthers their role as advisory board members, providing a communication platform to speak about the brand’s newest skincare launches, as well as its iconic products.

About dr. brandt® skincare: Infused with over 30 years of Dr. Brandt’s clinical dermatology expertise, dr. brandt® skincare is the anti-aging line of choice for celebrities, beauty insiders, and real women worldwide. Inspired by The Dr. Brandt Method, the patients, and created in his labs, dr. brandt® skincare products create the subtle changes that can change everything—leaving you looking and feeling BRANDT NEW.

Credit: dr. brandt® skincare.