Back To School Guide of Beauty Must-Haves!

Yes, we know that summer is coming to an end but I am not going to get all weepy on you while talking about it. I want back to school to be fun for all of us so let's be ready to look fab with these beauty products, ok? OK!

LET'S GET READY TO GO BACK TO SCHOOL:

Alba Botanica® Fast Fix Collection

Free of Parabens, Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate, Petrolatum, Artificial Colors and Phthalates

For everyone trying to look their best for the new school year, these pocket-sized products will fix your beauty dilemmas – quickly! From puffy eyes, to blemishes, thin lips or under-eye circles, the Alba Botanica® Fast Fix treatments pack a powerful, instant antidote for the busy naturalista. Formulated with 95% natural ingredients, each of the four pocket-sized remedies provides an immediate aesthetic fix, while also treating and correcting the underlying cause of the problem. Range includes: Fast Fix for a Pimple; Fast Fix for Puffy Eyes; Fast Fix for Undereye Circles; and Fast Fix for Thin Lips.

Price: $5.99 each; Available at Target, Walmart, Whole Foods Market, natural food stores, grocery stores, drugstores and online at AlbaBotanica.com

GO SMiLE Sonic Blue Teeth Whitening System Colors – VIOLET

GO SMiLE Sonic Blue Teeth Whitening System is the first LED sonic, rechargeable toothbrush that harnesses the power of blue light technology tuned to wavelengths shown to kill bacteria, increase whitening efficiency, and reduce plaque just in time for back to school pictures. The brush is used in conjunction with the new GO SMiLE Teeth Whitening Gel and your toothpaste of choice to whiten your smile in an easy process that replaces your usual brushing, rather than adding an extra step. 

Faster results - 2 days = 2+, 1 week = 4+, 2 weeks = 5+ and 30 days = 7+ shades
No extra steps - Simply pair the Teeth Whitening Gel with your favorite toothpaste to whiten and gently lift stains with virtually zero sensitivity
Kills bacteria - Emits specific light wavelengths that are shown to safely kill bad oral bacteria that cause gingivitis, gum disease and plaque

Price: $129, Available GOSMiLE.com. Contains 1 Sonic Blue LED 2 speed toothbrush with Blue Light, 1 3.5oz Teeth Whitening Gel (sold individually for $29), 2 replacement brush heads and 1 charging station. 

L’Oréal Paris Summer Lights Hair Lightening Gelée

Nothing is more beautiful than natural, just-back-from-vacation hair that seems to emit a certain glow. Whether you were able to lighten your locks or not over your summer, now you can ensure that you have that perfect sun-kissed hair before you make your first walk down the hall. L’Oréal Paris introduces Summer Lights – a progressive lightening hair color gelée formulated to create a variety of special effect hues for endless possibilities requiring nothing more than the heat from a blow dryer. The nourishing formula, enhanced with camellia oil and built-in conditioners, leaves hair satin-soft and gives a permanent healthy, beachy look.

Price: $6.99, Available at mass, food and drug retailers nationwide

Skin Laundry Clarifying Medicated Foaming Facial Wash

Everyone wants clear, even skin, and Skin Laundry will help clear your skin in more ways than one. This medicated facial wash gently exfoliates while providing anti-inflammatory and antibacterial benefits to calm skin and protect it from future breakouts. 

 Key ingredients include:

· Salicylic Acid – A beta-hydroxy acid that effectively and gently exfoliates dead skin cells to open up the pores and remove dirt and excess oil.

· Willow Bark Extract – An extract that contains salicylic acid, which helps skin shed dead cells and clear pores. This ingredient also encourages skin rejuvenation and has soothing and conditioning properties.

· Lilac Stem Cells – These stem cells help minimize excess sebum production. Lilac stem cells also have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

Price: $25, Available at SkinLaundry.com

X OUT

X Out, by the Makers of Proactiv®.

Make a great first impression on your first day by having clear skin. With 8.5% Benzoyl Peroxide, this one-step Wash-In Treatment washes a powerful breakout fighting formula into pores to help kill the bacteria that causes pimples. Smooth beads exfoliate dead skin cells and a unique moisturizing complex protects and soothes skin. X Out™ is paraben and sulfate-free, non-comedogenic and dermatologist tested, making it’s suitable for all skin types.

Price: $24.95, Available at Xout.com or (888) 524-7952.

LET'S START THE FIRST DAY IN STYLE:

CIRCA Color Treatment Tinted Lip Butter

This nourishing lip balm has a hint of color and a soft shine finish that can be easily applied in the halls while walking to the next class. The subtle hint of color gives a fresh face and natural look. It is enriched with a blend of natural oils and butters that conditions, soothes and deeply hydrates. This never-sticky tinted lip butter is available in six sheer shades and helps improve dry and chapped lips.

Price: $10, Available at Walgreens

CIRCA Color Balance BB Cream

For a quick get up and go in the morning, a multifunctional beauty balm that hydrates, primes and camouflages for brightened and even-toned skin is key. The lightweight, velvety and oil-free formula provides the line’s fullest coverage and features an optical pearl pigment for a naturally luminous glow. The four shades prevent shine without a chalky, matte finish.

Price: $14; Available at Walgreens

L’Oréal Paris Colour Riche La Lacque & Le Matte Lip Pens

For the girl looking to add an extra pop of color to her pencil case, this super-pigmented lip pen delivers color in a sleek, easy-to-use application. With maximum color pay-off and comfortable, non-drying wear, these first-to-mass lip pens offer a precise application in 2 prestige-inspired, varying finishes: smooth lacquer & creamy matte.

Price: $9.99, Available at lorealparisusa.com 

L’Oréal Paris Advanced Haircare Nutri-Gloss 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner

Say goodbye to dull, lackluster hair and hello to the power of shiny, soft hair to make an impact on your first day back. L’Oréal Paris introduces the NEW Advanced Haircare Nutri-Gloss 2-in-1 Shampoo & Conditioner to help cut down the time spent getting ready on the first day. The high-shine formula with unique protein pearl technology acts as a professional glossing treatment laminating hair with intense shine and nutrition for sealed-in shine and a silky, flowing touch.

Price: $7.49, Available at lorealparisusa.com

Nails inc. Flash Pack Nail Tattoos

This school season, rock the hottest trend with Nails inc Nail Tattoos. The exclusive tattoos have been designed to fit perfectly on your nails to crease salon-inspired nail art in seconds. Wear over bright shades or muted pastels, and mix and match to create your own, unique nail look (I am officially obsessed).

Price: $12, Available at Nailsinc.com 

Peter Thomas Roth Acne-Clear Invisible Dots

Yes – invisible, you heard right! Don’t let those blemishes get in the way on the first day of school; these innovative clear acne patches will help eliminate acne, treating the affected area to minimize the spread of bacteria. Two custom* sizes allow for complete coverage as concentrated 0.5% Salicylic Acid works overnight and throughout the day to effectively reduce and heal. Tea Tree Oil, a natural astringent that helps clarify and refresh skin, helps prevent the spread of blemish-causing bacteria. Hyaluronic Acid is a natural humectant that helps hydrate skin to prevent excessive drying and irritation.

Price: $30 (6 sheets of 12 clear patches), Available in September at PeterThomasRoth.com

Proactiv+ Repairing Concealer

This concealer instantly helps treat blemishes with salicylic acid while also hiding imperfections. Look great and fight acne while sitting in class with these four shades that work together and allow for quick customization to ensure an exact skin tone match, providing natural-looking coverage. The formula boasts allatoin to increase skin smoothness, jojoba to help lock in skin’s moisture and salicylic acid, a medicine that penetrates the follicle and encourages the shedding of dead skin cells. The formula’s salycilic acid also helps keep the pores clear of cellular debris, reduce acne blemishes and helps keep new ones from forming.

Price: $24.95 for regular shipment members, Retail Price (Non-Member): $32.00, Available at www.proactivcatalog.com or by calling 1-888-710-2161

Beauty Picks for St. Patrick's Day

Yes, it is almost St. Patrick's Day and I wanted to make sure you were covered in the "green" department. It's always when I need the green colored products that I don't have them. Now, we shall all be better prepared!

By Terry Aqua-Print Eyeshadow in Green Fizz

Ultra practical, waterproof and gentle on the skin, this green eye shadow pencil has a wide tip for non-greasy glide-on application with soft and even coverage, lasting up to 16 hours.
Price: $38, Available at b-glowing.com

Clinique Wear Everywhere Neutrals in Greens

When in doubt, go neutral! Clinique introduces a collection of eminently wearable, mix-and-matchable hues. This 8-shade eye shadow palette explores the Green color family. Mistake proof combinations exist within the palette. Go matte, go shimmery, and get creative. There are no wrong answers. Wear Everywhere Neutrals eye shadow palette is crease-and fade-resistant and ophthalmologist tested.
Price: $36, Available at Clinique counters nationwide and Clinique.com

FLOWER Eyes On The Prize Eyeshadow Chubby in Olive My Love

Swipe on a lucky shade of a creamy, blendable, and luxurious Olive crème eyeshadow this St. Patrick’s Day. Easy and convenient, this self-sharpening chubby provides smooth & lightweight coverage, with a luminous finish that lasts all day without creasing or fading.
Price: $7.98, Available at Walmart and Walmart.com

GO SMiLE Touch Up ampoules in Fresh Mint

Something green to whiten your smile.A toothbrush, floss and breath mint in one convenient, portable ampoule. These Touch Ups contain a whitening formula with increased levels of hydrogen peroxide to keep teeth white and clean. Use up to three times per day after indulging in St. Patty’s daytooth-stainers such as irish coffee, red wine or cigarettes. Just flip, pop, Touch Up™ to polish away discolorations and keep stains from setting into teeth.
Price: $10 for 7-count and $35 for 30-count, Available at GoSmile.com

Laura Geller INKcredible Gel Eyeliner Pencil in Emerald City

This gel eyeliner pencil provides waterproof glide-on color that stays put from day to night, delivering powerful, vibrant, multi-dimensional green color. Its super-soft precision tip allows for even application with no skipping or pulling. The highly pigmented formulas stay vibrant all day and the transfer-proof color won’t run or smudge.
Price: $20, Available at LauraGeller.com

L’Oréal Paris Silkissime Eyeliner by Infallible in Green Envy

Indulge your eyes in green silk. Glide on smooth intensity with this silk inspired liquid pencil. The smudge-proof formula lasts for up to 16-hours of intense green color from dusk until dawn.
Price: $8.99, Available at drugstore.com

Nails inc Alexa Chung Collection in Alexa Camo

As the face of Nails inc, Alexa Chung collaborated to create the perfect polish for a “party on your hands” this St. Patty’s day. This shade blends a mix of green and nude metallic and matte particles for an innovative camouflage effect on the nail.
Price: $15, Available at nailsinc.com

Peter Thomas Roth Irish Moor Mud

Get in the Irish mood this St. Patrick’s day! Purify, refine and decongest skin with Irish Moor Mud Purifying Black Mask. Odorless Irish Moor Mud draws out dirt, oil and impurities as it infuses skin with moisture and vitamins. With the highest level of organic content in the world, PTR specifically chose 9,000 year-old black Moor Mud harvested by hand from the Irish countryside. Rich in nutrients, essential minerals and potent anti-oxidants, it protects against skin damage. Black Hijiki Seaweed provides vital nutrition and hydration as volcanic ash revitalizes and detoxifies skin. Activated charcoal has a magnetic effect that draws impurities and toxins from congested pores. Helps minimize the look of pores, fine lines and wrinkles, leaving skin pure, fresh, hydrated and radiant.
Price: $58, Available at PeterThomasRoth.com

Ralph Lauren Fragrances Polo by Ralph Lauren

On St. Patty’s Day, everything should be green, including the cologne you choose to wear. Polo by Ralph Lauren is a true classic with a rich heritage. And it will be sure to mask any evidence of popping into a pub to celebrateyour heritage – with an invigorating blend of wood, leather and tobacco, the Chypre Woody scent conveys a distinctive, enduring character.

· Top Notes: Chamomile, Thyme, Pimento Berry and Basil
· Mid Notes: Jasmine Tea, Vintage Leather and Tobacco Leaf
· Base Notes: Myrrh Incense, Patchouli and Oakmoss

Price: $78 (4oz EDT), Available on RalphLauren.com and at select retailers

Skin Laundry Nourishing Cleansing Oil

This enriched cleansing oil is ideal for gently moisturizing and soothing delicate skin while effectively removing makeup and impurities. It’s also the perfect green shade to get into the St. Patrick’s Day mood while cleansing your face. Skin looks and feels clean, soft and supple and is left with a healthy, radiant glow.
Price: $35, Available at SkinLaundry.com and Skin Laundry clinics nationwide

Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Kush

When Irish eyes are smiling…it’s because they’re wearing one of the best eyeshadows in the industry. Urban Decay Eyeshadow in Kush is the perfect swipe of lush, vibrant color for a pop of St. Patty’s green, with soft, amazingly velvety texture; richer, smoother, more uniform pigment distribution and blendability; and longer-lasting, more crease-free wear (that will stay put throughout the day’s festivities…whatever they may be.)
Price: $18, Available at Sephora, ULTA, select Macy’s, Sephora.com, Ulta.com, Macys.com, Beauty.com and UrbanDecay.com

Father's Day Gift Ideas!

Still searching for the perfect Father's Day Gift? I have you covered! Look no further as here are quite a few options for you to seriously think about purchasing....

FOR THE JETSETTER

AHAVA Starter Kit for Men

AHAVA's Starter Kit for Men brings you the best for Father’s Day of the Dead Sea in an airline-approved, convenient travel sizes. Complete with three products from– Time to Energize Exfoliating Cleansing Gel, Foam-Free Silk Shave and Soothing After-Shave Moisturizer – each one is formulated with AHAVA's mineral complex and the G Force Extract - Ginko Biloba, Ginger Root, and Ginseng.

Price: $15, available at ahavaus.com

Anthony For Men Father’s Day Survival Kit

Don’t you think Dad has enough ties and tool sets? Give the gift of great skin and spruce up his daily routine with Anthony’s essentials.  The kit includes: Glycolic Facial Cleanser (4oz), Shave Cream (2oz), All Purpose Facial Moisturizer (.75oz), Instant Fix Oil Control (1oz) and Wake Up Call (3 fl oz).

Price: $56 ($93 value), available at Anthony.com

Clarisonic® Mia 2™ Sonic Facial Cleansing Brush

This Father’s Day, give him the gift of the closest shave – and cleanest skin – he’s ever seen. The Mia 2 Facial Sonic Cleansing Brush is lightweight, compact and equipped with a travel case for a gentle and effective cleanse at home or on-the-go. It’s perfect for pre-shave prep, and is proven with continued use to help achieve a closer, more comfortable shave. The Clarisonic Mia 2 Kit includes: Clarisonic Mia 2; Universal Voltage Charger; Sensitive Brush Head; 1 oz. trial size cleanser; Protective travel case.

Price: $150, available at Clarisonic.com, Sephora, Nordstrom, Ulta, Dillards, Neiman Marcus, SAKS Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdales & Macy’s as well as at select spas and dermatology offices. 

June Jacobs Men’s Travel Kit

Whether he is jet setting for business or pleasure, or simply hitting the gym, this luxe, masculine kit is perfect for the dad who spends much of his life on-the-go. Paraben and preservative free, this four piece collection of men’s skin care products with pine bark extract helps reduce skin redness and irritation associated with men’s grooming. 

Price: $65.00, Available at JuneJacobs.com

FOR THE PAMPERED ONE

Annick Goutal Eau de Monseiur

Camille Goutal pays tribute to Eau de Monsieur, one of Annick Goutal's first creations, which celebrates the timeless elegance of a father or husband with a certain flair. Do not be fooled by its apparent lightness. The scent opens up with a subtle hint of citrus and then gradually reveals a woodsy richness. Sure to be a staple in his fragrance wardrobe. Notes include Citrus (Chypre), Mandarin, Bergamot, Mint, Geranium Rosa, Patchouli and Sandalwood.

Price: $140 (100mL); $90 (50mL); Available at AnnickGoutal.com

H2O Plus Oasis Men Collection

Treat the men in your life to the pampering power of the sea with must-haves from the H2O Plus Oasis Men Collection.  Give the busy man in your life the gift of the at-home spa with the luxurious marine blends and sea-derived extracts in this collection.

·        Purifying Daily Cleanser ($18) - This dirt-dissolving cleanser quickly foams away pore-clogging impurities while powerful marine ingredients restore hydration for perfectly clean, shave-ready skin.

·        Energizing Facial Scrub ($18) - Revive tired, dull skin and achieve superior smoothness with this refreshing, pre-shave scrub.

·        Precision Shave Hydro Foam ($18) - A hydrating and lightweight liquid-to-foam shave solution that delivers a close, comfortable shave and helps improve razor glide by cushioning skin and softening facial hair.

·         Oil-Free Post Shave Balm ($20) - This fast-acting, oil-free aftershave balm instantly cools, soothes and hydrates to rescue freshly shaved skin. The soothing gel cream lightweight formula rapidly comforts skin and keeps the complexion looking healthy and hydrated without excess shine.

·         Ultimate 5-in-1 Facial Spray ($25) - This multi-action facial spray provides five benefits to help hydrate, soothe, reduce the appearance of wrinkles, even out skin tone, and minimize facial hair re-growth.

Ralph Lauren Fragrances Polo Red 3-Piece Father’s Day Gift Set

Inspired by Ralph Lauren’s car collection, Polo Red is the perfect gift for the father with drive. This full-range gift set comes complete with the 4oz EDT, along with a a 4oz After Shave Balm and an alcohol-free deodorant for dad’s who prefer a less intense fragrance. With powerful notes of red saffron, red grapefruit and red cedar wood this spicy, woody fragrance captures speed and adrenaline. The ultimate in design and distinction, the fiery red, high-gloss bottle mimics the sleek curves of an automobile.

Price: $81 (a $139 value), Available on RalphLauren.com and at Macy’s and Macys.com

FOR THE “HUSBAND OF THE YEAR”

Emily & Tony Aromatherapy Massage Oil Candle in Fougere

Bring the massage to him this Father’s Day and give your husband a personal and intimate gift. This unique candle will fill your home with evocative aromas and create the ultimate sensory experience to set the mood and tone for the special day.  When hot, the candle wax doubles as an extremely luxurious moisturizer with a nourishing soy and oil formula that cools quickly for instant comfort and pleasure. The fougere scent is sophisticated and somewhat musky.  It opens with top notes of licorice and cardamom, followed by sexy middle notes of cedar, vetiver, patchouli, amber, and nutmeg. Finally, these notes are laced with base notes of vanilla bourbon and licorice.  Each candle burns for up to 50 hours.

Price: $38, Available online at EmilyandTony.com

Ralph Lauren Fragrances Polo Red and Monogrammed Duffle Father’s Day Set

This Father’s Day, gift the high-powered, fast-paced men in your life with Ralph Lauren’s newest men’s fragrance, inspired by his infamous exotic car collection. With powerful notes of saffron, red grapefruit and red cedar wood, this spicy, woody scent evokes speed and adrenaline. For a limited time only, all 4 oz EDT Polo Red bottles purchased will come with a free Ralph Lauren duffle bag, a covetable item for weekend escapes or business trips. 

Price: $78 (4oz), Available at RalphLauren.com and select retailers*

*Duffle monogramming events will be executed in 100 select Macy’s stores worldwide

  FOR THE BUSY DAD

Erno Laszlo Phelityl Pre-Cleansing Oil

Famed dermatologist of Old Hollywood, Dr. Erno Laszlo, once said, “I had two great advantages in creating skincare for men. I am a doctor who knows what the skin needs, and I am a man who knows what a man needs.” With that being said, he created the Phelityl Pre-Cleansing Oil, which is a top favorite grooming item among men as it works as a cleansing  and nourishing oil that dissolves impurities and moisturizes. *Phelityl indicates Erno Laszlo's unique moisturizing complex with a pH level nearly identical to that of the skin, which maintains the fatty acids essential for skin function.

Price: $45, Available at ErnoLaszlo.com

GO SMiLE Sonic Blue Teeth Whitening System

Make dad’s life easier with a new sonic toothbrush that whitens as you brush.  The whitening experts at GO SMiLE launched the first LED sonic, rechargeable toothbrush that harnesses the power of blue light technology to increase whitening efficiency, kill bacteria and reduce plaque. The brush is used in conjunction with the new GO SMiLE Teeth Whitening Gel and your toothpaste of choice to whiten your smile in an easy process that replaces your usual brushing, rather than adding an extra step.

• Faster results - 2 days = 2+, 1 week = 4+, 2 weeks = 5+ and 30 days = 7+ shades
• No extra steps - Simply pair the Teeth Whitening Gel with your favorite toothpaste to whiten and gently lift stains with virtually zero sensitivity
• Kills bacteria - Emits specific light wavelengths that are shown to safely kill bad oral bacteria that cause gingivitis, gum disease and plaque

Price: $129, available on QVC.com and Contains 1 Sonic Blue LED 2 speed toothbrush with Blue Light, 1 3.5oz Teeth Whitening Gel (sold individually for $29), 2 replacement brush heads and 1 charging station.