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Beauty News Friday

It's a short beauty news day.  I hope everyone has a wonderful weekend.  I will be enjoying myself at the book festival tomorrow and then off to a yoga team meeting.  Sundays are dedicated to the NFL and cooking.  I hope everyone has a great weekend.

• INA (Inner Nutritional Alchemy Crystals) will be released here in the U.S. in October.  the crystal are sourced from the Himalayas.  The product line includes White gold Day Moisture Cream, White gold Purifying Face Mask, White gold Night Serum and a White gold Face Wash.  The crystals are to work in conjunction with the body to produce radiant skin.  It will be exclusive to Space NK.
• Sanctuary Spa, the British based line will roll out 19 products in October at Target.
• Benefit is opening it's first Southern California store in Santa Monica and a second in Los Angeles in the next few weeks.
• Victoria Secret will expand its beauty division internationally in the next few months.
• Japanese skin care line Pola will open it's second US spa - Pola Kirei in Santa Monica next month.  The other is in Beverly Hills.

Besos and Au Revoir

Laura Mercier: Honey I'm Taking a Bath

Laura Mercier, the French makeup artist who embodies all things French knows how to make a mark with her new Honey Vanilla Bath line.  I admit to buying this because of the honey dipper that you place under running water to create a bath.  It's so much fun.  It's also fun falling into the beauty of all that vanilla scent going on as I end my days.  I enjoyed it so much that I took another bath this morning just so I could use it again.  I used it in conjunction with my Soaptopia Warm Your Form, Dr. V'Nilla Oil Slather. 

Today's NY Times has a great article on the fascination that is Egyptian Magic.  If you have never used this cream, I suggest that you never are without it.  Beauty editors have written about this product over and over again.  The articles is both interesting and funny.  I could tell you more, but read the article because Lord Pharaoh might get mad if you didn't. 

I'm feeling happy.  It also may be due to the fact that I'm going to a lecture with Tim Gunn of TG's Guide to Style and Project Runway.  Have a great day and "make it work people."

Elizabeth Arden Holiday 2007: Glow On

Elizabeth Arden's holiday collection entitled Everything Glows hits shelves in October and while you are prepping for the holiday parties, here is a picture of all the glitter and glow that can be found at the nearest EA counter.  If you are ready to glow with the season here's the beauty rundown of the products.

• For Eyes:  Everything Glows Compact.  This silver case sliver of perfection with five shimmmery shades can be used day or night.  All are a part of the Color Intrigue Eyeshadow family.
• For Lips:  Everything Glos Lip Gloss Duo.  There are two coordinating lip glosses that double your lip gloss pleasure.
• For the Visage:  Shimmer Powder.  Nothing beats a great shimmer for a healthy and luminous glow applied ever so glowingly with the Kabuki style brush for anywhere that needs a little more shimmy, shimmy. 
• Fragrance:  Finish it all off with Mediterranean.  I wrote awhile back how much I loved this scent.  It's still good for holiday. 

Glow On, Glow On.

NARS for Phillip Lim Palette Update

UPDATE:  HERE'S A PHOTO

Ladies, I still don't have pictures of the palette.  I should have a picture by the end of the week or early next week.  My co-worker Ms. Celina was dying to have it.  I called Barneys today and Todd at NARS was able to order her a palette.  It's smaller and more compact than his other palettes.  In other great Barney Beauty News they are having their Beauty Event this Thursday - Saturday and if you spent $175 you get a gift bag with lots of goodies.  Thanks to Todd who was so patient as we decided on other NARS products for Celina to purchase. 

The colors in the palette are:

Eyeshadow:  Night Fever and On Dine.

Lipstick:  Promiscuous and Viridiana (new)

Blush:  Luster (new)

Multiple:  Malibu

Call Todd at 212.833.2008 to order your palettes.  There were only 500 made so - shop, shop, shop. 

My new motto:  I bring the beauty.   

Photo Courtesy of Julia

P.S. Kiss Lipstick by Lancome Available Oct. 1

UPDATE:  I FOUND THIS VIDEO OF THE COLLABORATION OF PETER SOM AND LANCOME.  YOU CAN ACTUALLY SEE THE COLOR ON CHANEL IMAN.   Their is a glimpse of her at 2:20 minutes.  It's great to see this on her face, plus you get to see Ms. Gucci Westman herself at work. 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=khPJwYxmoFQ

Good news lipstick ladies.  The P.S. Kiss Lipstick by Lancome created for Peter Som will be available October 1 at Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman and Nordstrom.  Run out to pick it up or click and make sure you get a tube before it hits Ebay.

I'm still loving my Behnaz red from a season back. 

Get ready to be kissed. 

Beauty and the Book: The National Book Festival

I'm so excited to finally be in town at one of the National Book Festival.  In previous years, I have been working or out of town.  This is the first year I can attend and yes, it's a big one.  Due to life plans that are preventing me from going to Paris right now.  The ticket has been changed and I'm in the city this weekend.  But when man plans and God laughs - he always comes through with something else.  This year it's the NBF.  Everyone who reads my site knows I love books, as well as, beauty. 

Not only will I be attending the signing, but I'm scheduled to interview a few of my favorite authors.  When I asked for a quick interview with Victoria Rowell I was beside myself when it was granted.  I loved the Women Who Raised Me and I now I get to interview her and get my book signed.  I'm also speaking with Patricia Schultz who wrote 1000 Places to See Before You Die, Stephen L. Carter writer of New England White and The Emperor of Ocean Park.  Drumroll: . . . The first female Iron Chef, Ms. Cat Cora.  My addiction to the show and the Food Network should come in handy because I've watched her kick butt and take names with her cooking. 

If you are in the area stop by the festival.  If you can spot me among the thousands of people, say hello.  I will be the short lady reapplying lip gloss every half hour and straining under the heavy weight of books :)

"It's a beautiful day in the neighborhood, would you be mine, could you be mine." 

Beauty News: Calvin Klein Beauty

Here's the latest update on the Calvin Klein Beauty line.  The line has shipped to certain stores in Italy and Asia.  It won't be available in the U.S. until sometime in 2008.  I'm bummed typing this.   

Pat McGrath Makes My Lips Maxalicious

I was cleaning out my Tivo and finally watched the Max Factor Runway Show hosted by Carmen Electra.  Let's get to the real reason I watched it.  To see Ms. McGrath.  Pat is the Creative Director of Max Factor and she created all the makeup looks.  But what I wanted every time she applied the Maxalicious Lip Gloss from the Glitz and Glaze collection.  I picked up Weekend Getaway, Girls Night Out, and Secret Rendezvous.  Brickfish is holding a Maxilicious Contest using the names of the Naughty and Nice collection. 

Pat, keep taking me to the Max. 

Allure's Best in Beauty 2007

Allure's October issued redeemed itself from the disastrous cover last month with Ms. Coco Mademoiselle on the cover Keira Knightley.  But, the real highlight is that it is the Best in Beauty issue. 

Aromafloria Coupon for AATP Readers

The lovely people at AROMAFLORIA are giving this coupon to my readers. It ends 9/30/07.  My favorites are the Stress Less Ocean Mineral Bath Salts and the Healing Waters Mineral Soak.  There is nothing like baths.  Wish me luck ladies.  I start my first Tango lesson tonight and I'm definitely going to need the mineral soak. 

Besos and Au Revoir.

Susanne Lang: Play On Player

I love mixing scents that normally don't go together.  Sometimes it's been a home run and other times I've had to re-take a shower because the combination just wasn't working.  I have what I call a good "nose" for scents and then there are times to leave it to the professionals.  Susanne Lang always gets the scents right.  I love wearing her scents because they are always an experience in something different and not convential.  Imagine my delight to find her affordable line called Sula.  My first thought was Toni Morrison's book by the same name.  My favorite is Vanilla Blossom which I mix with Lily Lotus.  You can mix your own fragrance combinations of the six scents.  Champagne Sugar, Stiletto Musk, Sun-Kissed Citrus and Butterfly Kiss are the others.  Create your own scent and start to play. 

Have a happy Monday.

Beauty News: Nars Palette for Phillip Lim

Francois Nars created a limited-edition palette for eye, lips, and cheeks for Phillip Lim's Fall 2007 show.  Proceeds from the palette ($80) will go to Al Gore's Climate Project.  There are only 500 of this little beauties available at Barneys. 

Mamma Mio is Babying My World

My nickname is Aunt Ju-Ju.  I love being an aunt.  It's been a fun ride and I pray that my nieces and nephews will always be the best they can be, but nothing right now beats being a Godparent to my new great-nephew born on Monday.  The little bundle of joy that I can give back is here.  I can't wait to get home next month to meet him and my other nephew being born sometime soon (Dolo's son).  I went home for both baby showers last month and I'm so excited about the new men in my life.  What does it mean being an aunt.  Well I get to spoil them and send them home.  I can purchase lots of books and never get told, no.  I don't have to change diapers :) and I get to love and encourage them for the rest of their life. 

But, I am very strong woman and there is one thing I don't do well - hold newborn babies.  I don't like the fact they feel like gumby and bend.  I don't like the necks not being strong and I feel that I'm going to drop them or break their neck.  I don't like all the little noises they make.  The noises that sound as if they are just uncomfortable.  Well I can kiss a neck, smell a foot, and kiss a forward, but don't ask me to hold a baby.  I know one day when I'm blessed to have my own, I will.  Since that isn't happening anytime soon.  I don't have to learn. 

But I can always recommend a product for moms and non-mothers like me to use.  Such product would be Mamma Mio Tummy Rub Stretch Mark Oil.  It was created for pregnant ladies to help prevent stretch marks, but let's be serious, non-pregnant women get/have stretch marks too.  If you are planning a "let's escape from the snow to the beach" getaway this winter add this to your arsenal.  It will definitely help you get swimsuit ready.  That and maybe cutting out alcohol, but I refuse to give up my wine, therefore I'm rubbing, rubbing, rubbing. 

Shopping for the Pretty: Beauty.com Coupon Offer

Ladies, Beauty.com is offering $10 off any order of $60 or more using this link.  Also, they are still running FREE SHIPPING off orders of $25.  How easy is that. 

Go ahead and get your Shopping for the Pretty on. 

My Insolence Beat Out Unforgivable

I received a few emails this week that told me to run, not walk and pick up the Unforgivable for Women by Sean Combs.  I love receiving emails from my readers.  As a few coworkers and I walked from lunch yesterday I decided to head into Macy's to spray the scent and to think about it.  I told Celina and Kelly that I was not purchasing it and they were there as guardian angels.  Kelly sprayed Covet.  Celina sprayed Chance.  I sprayed Unforgivable for Women.  After a few seconds of fanning, tapping, and spraying I have come to the conclusion that it does not work for me.  On me it's smells really sweet, a headache inducing sweet, that doesn't mesh with my body chemistry.  I'm please that it worked for some of the women who emailed me.  Hopefully it will work for more of my readers.

I decided to head back to Macy's on my walk home.  I was determined to give it another shot.  Maybe if I wiped my wrist clean it would smell as lovely as the emails described.  Still didn't happen.  Unforgivable is just not for me.  So to console my wrists who had been deprived of scent, I found a solution.  The only justification I have right now to buy another fragrance is the fact that I've tossed 3 empty bottles.  I finally used up that corner of L'Interdit, Happy, and Boucheron - therefore I can purchase something to fill the empty spaces on the dresser.  I blinked and sniffed two times on the Usher for Women, passed on Prince's 3121, and in the end knew it would only be My Insolence.  I loved the original Insolence so when I saw the new interpretation - My Insolence, I added excitement to my wrists. 

Becca: Answering the Call

I was doing a beauty blog read through today and noticed that The Makeup Girl wrote about how the Beauty Addict said Sephora was discontinuing Becca.  Shut the front door.  So I click on the BA and sure enough it's going.  Then I go to Sephora.com - wiped out.  My only resource was to call.  I called, but was informed that they were not shipping from stores.  I did only what a beauty junkie would do.  I asked for the stores in Texas that had any of the Luminous Tinted Moisturizer in Mink left.  She tells me the San Antonio La Cantera store has a few.  Call now.  I did.  They had 5 left, 1 Shimmering Skin Perfectors in Topaz, 4 blushes in Lotus, 2 lip and cheek cream in Blossom and 5 concealers in Walnut - all my color.  I didn't want to be greedy.  So I only took 3 of the moisturizers, the Skin Perfectror in Topaz, 1 of the Lotus, 1 of the Blossom, and 2 concealers.  For this price I had to.  I called my cousin, who lives in SA area.  He told me he lived 10 minutes from the store.  After he laughed so hard at why it was "sort of an emergency I speak with you."  He told me he would pick up the products tonight.  Of course, this gives his wife and adorable 3 year-old daughter a reason to go to Sephora.  The beauty gods have once again smiled on me.  Becca has beckoned and I answered the call. 

Photo:  Sephora (Becca Lip and Cheek Cream in Blossom)

The Beauty of Paper at Cursive

My love of paper products has not dwindled since writing this blog.  I actually think it's increased.  The more I dedicate to technology, the more I love slowing down and writing notes.  In NY, I make a quick stop at Cursive, which has paper, jewelry and other glorious little pick me ups.  I met the lovely MK there who wanted to take a photo of my necklace.  This was one of my favorite finds I bought on the street in Mykonos last summer.  After picking up a few paper products for a thank you present I headed to BG.  If you are a lover of all things papier and pretty, head to see MK at Cursive the next time you are in NY.  Cursive is located at 888 Broadway near Union Square and get your paper fix. 

For the love of paper.

Beauty News

Let's hear it for beauty news:

• Paul Smith will release his new Rose fragrance later this fall in Europe.  The US is getting the fragrance in 2008.
• Lancaster will launch a line for women over 50 entitled Differently Nutri-Dermo Skin.
• British line The Organic Pharmacy will make it's men's line available in the U.S. next month.
• Tsi-La Natural Perfumery & Organics will release it's collection of fragrances next month.
• ESPA's Winter Rescue collection will be available in November featuring White Clay Hand Cream, Botanical Rescue, Replenishing Face Treatment Oil and Botanical Lip Balm.  I might have to get one of these kits since my face gets as dry as sand in winter.
• Allure's Annual Best of Beauty Awards 2007 were held on Monday and Estee Lauder, L'Oreal and Frederic Malle were some of the winners. I can't wait to read the official list in the magazine. 

I hope everyone has a lovely weekend.  Besos and Au Revoir.

Prescriptives Custom Blend: Introducing Jason the Great

I had heard wonderful, wonderful things about Jason at Prescriptives in Bergdorf Goodman.  I know Nichelle, Erika and Tina have all had Jason do their blending.  They have honest opinions, but I hadn't had custom blending from them in well over a decade.  I was very skeptical about doing it.  First, I don't wear foundation because I think it's too heavy for me.  I was told over and over like a broken record to trust him.  I'm glad I did.  First, he's personable.  You can tell that he loves makeup and loves doing his job.  I also had to stop myself from swooning over his cologne which he told me he mixed two scents.  I have to try it on myself before I write about it, but ladies that man smelled so good that I had to stop myself from flirting.  My custom blend rocks, but the custom bronzer that has me singing with joy this morning.  Those day trips that early to NY always whip me, but I'm a custom bronzed beauty today.  Lip gloss and all.  Prescriptives is having a custom blending event soon, but if you are in or near NY, call Jason at Prescriptives (Bergdorf Goodman - 1.800.558.1855) and make an appointment. 

Beauty News: Courtney Cox Stays With Kinerase

Courtney Cox will continue to represent Kinerase in its' third print campaign this winter. 

NY = LBD, Prescriptives Bronzer, and Alek Wek

Just in time for fall fashions, some of my two favorite stylists Cristina Ehrlich and Estee Stanley of my Showstopper palette are doing the same for the little black dress.  Because every woman should have an LBD in their closet.  I wear it at least once a week because I can accessorize with chunky jewelry and elegant makeup.  I found it interesting that they took one dress and made 5 different looks.  We can always learn something new.  Us Weekly has a contest going on and the prize is a trip to their Hot Hollywood Party.  I may not be in Hollywood, but I felt like a star today, sunglasses and all.  Hopefully next summer I can add this super cute LBD by Thuy to my collection.  I can even wear this to trial - digging in boxes, up and down for 18 hours a day and running down the halls of the courthouse.  Yes, we run at trial.  The trials on primetime TV are such a joke.  I know this will be accepted with a cute little jacket.  Some judges actually give dress codes to wear to court.  It's their court and they can do whatever they like.  There's a judge in NY that makes the women wear closed-toed shoes.  No sandals or mules. I remember my first ever law firm job.  One of the attorney's said "we have business casual days - Saturday and Sunday."   

This information came in helpful as I attended the Trump Soho Hotel Condominium press luncheon in NYC today.  I actually came for The Ivanka.  I wanted to see what she was wearing and to see if she had anything on from her new jewelry line.  I saw a few photos of the line and my mouth dropped.  I need another job because there is a set of earrings that belong in my ears.  I also got my Prescriptives Custom Blend bronzer by the fabulous Jason at Bergdorf.  He created Erika's custom blended items for FW.  I took her referral and got my new fix.  LBD from years back - free in my closet; Amtrak ticket to NY - $134 on debit card, Prescriptives Custom-Blend items at Bergdorf's and other goodies - don't ask; and book signing with Alek Wek tonight - PRICELESS.

 

Unforgivable Launch is Unforgettable

I can only say that Diddy knows how to leave a lasting impression.  For his upcoming release of Unforgivable for Women, which I most definitely will be purchasing, he is putting the party LIVE on his MySpace page. 

I'm Still Recovering From Fashion Week

I have to give a shout out to the women who go the entire FW and survive not looking like "death warmed up."  I'm still new to this.  I'm a person who loves a good 8 or 9 or 10 hours of sleep.  Here's my quick assessment on how I survived four days of non-stop, adrenaline pumping, foot walking, Holy Trinity of B's shopping, and way too much liquid energy.  I'm fully recovered, but I'm headed to NY in the morning, but will be back in time for the Alek Wek book signing tomorrow night.

Face:  Olay Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream.  I took this cream with me to FW because I didn't want my face to have that "I've been road hard and put up wet look " that I can have from lack of sleep.  Ann Richards, the former governor of Texas always said that quote.  I was trying not to take the whole bathroom counter with me so I packed this to slather on my face and neck every night.  I admit that I actually went from the neck to the chest with it as well.  I'm trying to stop the girls from sagging as long as possible.  I tend to be heavy handed with creams.  I don't believe in a little goes a long way.  A lot goes a long way.  So even though the jar was brand new two weeks ago, it's getting more use than I could have imagined.

Baths.  Baths are so great because I love the W.  But, there was only a shower, so upon returning home it's baths and more baths.  I have been using Soaptopia Alotta Bubbles in Vanilla which fill the tub so full of bubbles that twice it's almost overflowed.  My body needed to melt in the soft bubbly water for the past few days.  They also have this lovely balm called the 50/50 balm.  I am not a good sleepy and since the scent of lavender is supposed to help my Type A personality relax.  Well, I get why their Lovely Lavender Body Balm works. It's 50 percent oil and 50 percent cream.  Therefore, when I'm whipped from this crazy thing called life.  I don't have to mix.  They did it for me.  After the bath, comes the pleasure of applying the balm.  My, my, my.

Foot Cream.  Plantogen Sole Scrub and Sole Repair Cream.  If you don't like to walk, NY is not for you.  Not only are you walking everywhere, but for long blocks.  I walked in flat shoes, changed into my stilettos for the shows and parties, and changed back into my flats to hit the streets.  After many glasses of champagne, my feet were swelling to the point where we are pass pain, but that numb feeling where you can't feel them anymore.  No matter what time I returned to my room, I slathered on this cream and went to sleep.  My manicurist couldn't believe my feet didn't look as hideous as she thought when I told her I had been in NY. 

Massage:  Schedule a massage for when you return home.  I'm so glad I scheduled a massage.  My body was like "why did we go to NY and brutalize us like this."  Where is our weekly exfoliation/mask?  I usually fall asleep during my massage, but when my masseuse informed me that I was snoring, face down, well Houston we have a problem.

Have a tres jolie day.

Halftime Sweet Escape

I'm half way through my September magazines and I'm devouring my In Style with Gwen Stefani on the cover.  I am now fascinated with her eyeliner and I can only think of trying this on Sunday for church.  I know In Style through a party at the Gramercy Park Hotel during FW celebrating her new scent.  I knew Gwen was going to be a hit when she sang Don't Think, but who would have thought all this.  Maybe I need a sweet escape for the L Fragrance.  I've only smelled it once on a card at Nordstrom, which those cards don't do anything to help you understand a scent's component.  Has anyone bought this yet?  I think Gwen should come out with a line of red lipsticks since she pulls that and the platinum hair off to perfection.  As I sit here watching Monday Night Football (a sweet escape), I'm going to practice this cat eye during halftime. 

Gucci is Here: By Pre-Order

I love collecting perfume. It's like the call of the wild.  I was even more ecstatic when I found that the new Gucci perfume is available for pre-order.  You can either order on-line or call your favorite Neiman Marcus sales person.  It has notes of patchouli and musk and it's definitely a fall scent.  I just hope it's a keeper.  I love the bottle.  I was doing some perfume and jewelry organization this weekend and there's room on the dresser for this bottle.  My other bottles always have to make room for new additions to the family.

Thank goodness we all get along.

The Primetime Emmy Winners

Congratulations to the OLAY Definity Illuminator Emmy Contest winners:  Lys, Chanel, Trixie Star, Coach Wife, and Kavs.  I really thought the Jason Wu would stump everyone.  Ladies please email me your addresses so I can mail your prize.

Here are my some of my favorite picks from last night awards. 

I knew Eva Longoria was not going to disappoint in the gold Kaufman Franco dress.  Short, classic, flawless.  The heels were high and the makeup was on point.

• Ali Larter is the red Reem Acra.  I am still craving that purple dress I saw on the runway.
• Julia Louis-Dreyfuss in purple Narcisco Rodriguez.
• Joely Fisher in lemon yellow Pamella Roland.
• Mariska Hargitay in Zac Posen.
• Kimora Lee Simmons.  Fabulosity indeed.
• Kyra Sedgwick in Oscar de la Renta.
• Nancy Walls (Steve Carrell's wife) in black Carolina Herrera.
• Vanessa L. Williams' skin.  I didn't care for the color of the dress, but my goodness - her skin.  This woman is 44 years old.  I hope my skin looks half as good as hers in 10 years.  I'm trying.  Lord knows I'm trying.
• Best commercial.  Macy's.  I thought to bring all those moguls under one ad was a superb idea.
• I am convinced that Katherine Heigl, in Zac Posen, cannot look bad in an evening gown.

Photo:  Courtesy of Style.com

Olay Definity Illuminator Giveaway

Ladies, here ye, here ye.  I am giving away 1 of Olay's Definity Illuminator's to the top 5 people who answer with the correct answer to the question in the comments.  What this means:  I'm giving away 5 of the Illuminators.  Do you think you know your Emmy Award dress roll call?  Well if you think you do,  I can't wait to see.  I have selected 5 of the best dressed ladies at the 2006 Primetime Emmy's.  Your mission -  if you choose to accept it, is to name the actress (first and last name) and the name of the designer each is wearing.  Each photo is numbered above the picture.  Also, if I personally know you personall, sorry, you are excluded from playing. 

If you know your ready-to-wear from your your couture, then you are fine.  This will be illuminating my eyes for fall.  f you guess right, it will be doing the same for you.

Emmy 2006:  Photo #1

Emmy 2006:  Photo #2

Emmy 2006:  Photo #3

Emmy 2006:  Photo #4

Emmy 2006:  Photo #5

Olay Definity Illuminator - Reminder

Ladies, here ye, here ye.

I am giving away 5 of Olay's Definity Illuminator's for a Primetime Emmy Awards contest on Sunday.  Do you think you know your Emmy Award dress roll call?  Well if you think you do,  I can't wait to see.  Also, if I personally know you personall, sorry, you are excluded from playing.

Contest begins Sunday at 12:00 pm, sharp.  That's all.

Shiseido and Angelina

I didn't know that Angelina was a face for Shiseido, then I realized these commercials are for Japanese television and not the U.S.  Angelina is all glamorous in the sunglass and mascara ads.  So very Gia of her. 

Beauty News

Beauty News for your reading pleasure .

1. Mary Kay is putting its money where its product is - $20 million over the next 5 years in the Indian market.  They are already huge in the Asian market.
2. Clarins will introduce its Double Serum Generation 6, which has been updated and is part of the Extra-Firming line.
3. Elizabeth Arden will launch Intervene Makeup SPF 15 in January and Prevage Anti-Aging Night Cream in December.
4. Toni & Guy have partnered with singer Jamelia and models Erin O'Connor and Helena Christensen to a line of hair care and styling products.
5. Malin + Goetz's are expanding their store in Chelsea in the next few months. 
6. My favorite white shirt maker Anne Fontaine is opening up a spa in Paris and will be introducing her new skin care line.  I was introduced to her white shirts by Dolo who told me I had to have one.  I have been a fan ever since and always buy one of her shirts each year, along with her candles and perfume.  Now I will be able to covet her skin care products as well.  I hope they are available when I'm there at the end of the month.  Whippee!
7. Kristin Davis (Charlotte from Sex and the City) has been tapped as the first celebrity spokeswoman for Ahava. 
8. Sundari , the ayurvedic based brand, will be launching new products such as Neem & Coconut Hair Oil, Neem & Copper Repairing Cream Cleanser, Gotu Kola & Yucca Facial Serum and Omega 3 and Mandarin Lip Treatment.

This is unrelated to Beauty News, but Hal Rubenstein of InStyle Magazine said the following quote:  "I just don't know if people who have a lot of money to buy clothes read blogs."  I find this rather funny in this technological world we live in now.  I may see something different or maybe he has never understood the appeal of Cathy Horyn for the New York Times or Robin Givhan for the Washington Post blogs.  Hmmm, if two of the most prolific and important newspapers in the world could start fashion blogs and understand the power of the Internet you would think that InStyle could learn a thing or to.  But if you look at their web page, it could technically be a fashion blog. They do talk about clothes or maybe they just don't want to call it a "blog."

Have a great weekend and remember the Olay Illuminator/Emmy Giveaway on Sunday.

Au Revoir.