National Relaxation Day: Find Your Zen Here!

Summertime is supposed to be relaxing, but it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the influx of weekend trips, weddings, and barbeques that tend to pop up all over our calendars in the warmer months.

In the spirit of National Relaxation Day, which is rapidly approaching on August 15^th, I have included a roundup of beauty products designed to calm, soothe, comfort, and provide some much-needed Zen.

AHAVA Lavender Mineral Bath Salts

Calm your nerves with the power of lavender. The scent of AHAVA’s Lavender Mineral Bath Salts works to soothe the senses and promote well-being. 100% natural and packed with healthy minerals such as magnesium, calcium, sodium and potassium, the skin-energizing Dead Sea salt crystals help relax muscles and joints and keep skin soft, smooth and refreshingly hydrated.

Price: $22, Available at AHAVAUS.com

Avalon Organics® Lavender Nourishing Shampoo and Conditioner

NSF/ANSI 305 Certified: made with at least 70% organic ingredients. Free of Parabens, Sodium Lauryl/Laureth Sulfate, Petrolatum, Artificial Colors and Phthalates

What is more comforting than knowing that your hair is being deeply hydrated with natural ingredients free of harsh chemicals? This nourishing shampoo & conditioner set is packed with calming Lavender Essential Oil, Wheat Protein, and Aloe, to moisturize normal to dry hair for soft, smooth, and shiny results. A rich Lavender scent will transport you to a place of total calm.

Price: $10.50 each, Available at natural food stores, Whole Foods Market and AvalonOrganics.com

   

blisslabs nutricosmetics total bliss zen at work

This tasty tea concentrate promotes relaxation and concentration with a blend of mind-unwinding, focus-enhancing nutrients. Just a few soothing sips will leave you ‘zen’-tastic and ready to face the day.

• Vitamin B6 helps support cognitive function
• Magnolia bark relaxes the mind
• Chamomile soothes the stomach

Price: $49, Available on blissworld.com and at bliss spas

Clarisonic Luxe Brush Heads

Create the ultimate relaxing, spa-like experience with the Clarisonic Luxe High Performance Brush Head Collection. A symphony of performance and comfort, the collection is designed to amplify the daily cleansing ritual into an exceptionally sensorial experience that will leave skin feeling pampered and invigorated. They feature innovative tapered, ultra-long filaments to deliver uncompromising cleansing efficacy with enhanced hydration results. Perfect for mature, sensitive skin, the dynamic dual-layer design gently massages skin while generating fluid forces that cleanse 6X better than hands alone and simultaneously increase natural hydration levels.

Price: $30 each, Available at Sephora, Macy’s, Nordstrom, Clarisonic.com and select physicians and spas nationwide.

Elemis Spa At Home Quiet Mind Relaxing Bath Elixir

Rich in aromatic scents, this relaxing bath elixir contains Patchouli, Ho wood and Eucalyptus oils to help promote tranquility and relaxation. With a natural Cocoa Butter-derived cleansing agent, this luxurious formula is gentle on the skin, while inducing a sense of peace and serenity.

Price: $35, Available at TimeToSpa.com

Emily & Tony Aromatherapy Massage Oil Candles

Treat yourself with aromatherapy massage for the ultimate calming treat.  These unique Aromatherapy Massage Oil Candles will fill your home with evocative aromas and create the ultimate relaxing, sensory experience to set the mood and tone for the night.  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. Each candle burns for up to 50 hours and is ideal for both men and women. Available in the following scents:

·         Créme de Vanille: A sweet and sophisticated vanilla scent that evokes comfort and warmth yet is just sweet enough to tickle the senses.

·         Coco: The fragrance opens with top notes of coconut, unexpected cedar middle notes and sweet vanilla base notes.

·         Fougere: This sophisticated and somewhat musky fragrance 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.

Price: $38, Available online at EmilyandTony.com

H2O Plus Spa Sea Lavender Body Wash

This calming body wash rinses away impurities while relaxing the senses. The paraben-free formula includes a Sea Lavender Extract derived from a flowering marine plant found in saline soil along the Mediterranean seaside. Infused with a mineral-rich blend of Red Algae, Vitamin E and Aloe Extract this body wash will revitalize and nourish the skin.

Price: $18, Available at H2O Plus store locations and H2OPlus.com

 

Ralph Lauren Fragrances Polo Blue

This invigorating scent blends a refreshing mix of melon and warm basil. Polo Blue provides a fresh awakening of cool energy for an instant rush of relaxation and pleasure. 

Price: $77 (4.2oz), Available at RalphLauren.com

 

Erno Laszlo Transphuse Night Serum

Repair daily skin damage while you sleep with this relaxing night serum containing the soothing scent of lavender. Transphuse helps skin recover its natural balance overnight, reducing lines and boosting defense mechanisms against the next day’s environmental stress while plant extract Gatuline Expression relaxes facial muscles for a smoother appearance.

Price: $195.00, Available at Nordstrom and ErnoLaszlo.com

What are your favorite products that help you calm down? 

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.