Showing posts with label holiday gifts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label holiday gifts. Show all posts
Beauty's Product: Free Holiday Treats from Aveda!
Always the busiest shopping day, this year Black Friday comes with more pressure than ever. Add long, pre-dawn lines and hectic bargain-hungry crowds to recent headlines and holiday stress is sure to reach record peaks. This season take refuge with Aveda’s gift ideas and the oasis choice oasis of shopping wellness at Aveda Concept Salons, Spas, and Experience Centers nationwide. Of these the choicest of holiday gift sets, my choice is the Himalayan Glow Holiday 2008 Gift Set.
Featuring, Aveda's signature soy-wax aromatherapy Holiday candle, infused with certified organic essential oils of cinnamon, clove, and vanilla. The Himalayan Glow Soy-Wax Candle - features an uplifting, organic aroma inspired by the rituals and culture of Nepal. It also features a 95 percent post-consumer recycled glass container and a reusable gift box made with Lokta paper from Nepal. $32.00 is a small price to pay for such an authentic Himalayan Glow, no? While you are making your pick don't forget to:
1. A Complimentary Boost. Pamper yourself mid-list with Aveda’s complimentary wellness rituals including: a Makeup Finishing Touch (where makeup is sold), Stress Relieving Scalp and Shoulder Ritual, Stress Relieving Neck and Shoulder Ritual, Stress Relieving Hand Ritual or Caribbean Hand Treatment.
2. Chill Out. Skip that high-priced green tea from your local “mega bucks” coffee emporium and enjoy a free cup of Aveda Organic Comforting Tea at Experience Centers near you.
3. Let Aveda do all the work. Cross off the co-worker, hostess, teacher, sister and
brother from your holiday shopping list with Aveda™ 2008 Holiday Collection limited edition gift sets. Feel good giving a gift that gives back, as each gift set supports the indigenous community and craftsmanship of Northwestern Nepal.
4. Breathe
Beauty's Product: Clarisonic Holiday Special.
As of Friday, 11/21, you can personalize your Clarisonic and put in on lay away. No seriously. I don't kid about skincare. For the month of December, Clarisonic is allowing customers to break their $195 payment into 4 easy payments to make those holiday budgets stretch a little further. You will also receive a ½ oz renewal serum, and travel bag. I adore my Clarisonic travel bag mostly because if this fantastic little brush were to mingle with my other beauty products, I don't think it would work quite as well my greedy, dirt-hoarding little pores. Enjoy!Beauty's Product: Holiday Shopping for the Earth with Nature's Gate
Nature's Gate is featuring three adorable gift sets (Pineapple, Lotus Flower and Vanilla Bean) this holiday season! And your gift gives both ways - a portion of gift set sales goes towards Nature's Gate's partnership with WaterAid America- a nonprofit organization that helps underdeveloped countries build sustainable water systems.
Each set includes a body lotion and wash created around ingredients which are native to the countries Nature's Gate will be helping through this partnership. For instance, the Vanilla Bean gift set features ingredients from Madagascar and the Lotus Flower gift set features ingredients from India. Both countries are beneficiaries of WaterAid America. Additionally, ALL Nature’s Gate products are free of animal-derived ingredients and are NEVER tested on animals. Talk about spreading the love.
Each set includes a body lotion and wash created around ingredients which are native to the countries Nature's Gate will be helping through this partnership. For instance, the Vanilla Bean gift set features ingredients from Madagascar and the Lotus Flower gift set features ingredients from India. Both countries are beneficiaries of WaterAid America. Additionally, ALL Nature’s Gate products are free of animal-derived ingredients and are NEVER tested on animals. Talk about spreading the love.
Nature’s Gate products are available at health and natural food stores across the U.S. and Canada or by visiting http://www.natures-gate.com/.
Beauty's Product: Holiday Compacts by Estée Lauder and a Bit of Beauty History.
Estée Lauder has produced a new edition of collectible compacts every year since the first pressed powder compact in 1963. (See below to view the legend's personal collection.) While the original designs belonged to Mrs. Estée herself later years have seen creations from world renown artists. Jay Strongwater heeds the call again this year with 6 fanciful creations, one of which is pictured below. Of all the compacts, the dragonfly is my favorite. "Perfection" is all have to say about that. Each of the three examples below feature the White Linen scent.
White Linen Crystal Blue Dragonfly $250.00 comes from the"Behold a Spectacle" line of unique compacts. In exclusive distribution at Saks Fifth Avenue, this menagerie of whimsical offerings is characterized by intrinsic fascination and wonderment. Have you ever?
Pure White Linen Holiday Star $85.00. From the "A Sweet Tradition"line which includes five adorable solid perfume compacts, each filled with an Estée Lauder signature solid fragrance, encapsulating the holiday good cheer. I choose the white linen compact because of it's classic design and White Linen is one of my favorite Estee scents.
Jay Strongwater White Linen Passementerie Bow $325.00The "Where Child’s Play Meets Natural Wonder Wrapped in a Beautiful Bow" collection is available exclusively at Neiman Marcus. This eclectic assortment of enamel and CRYSTALLIZED™ - Swarovski Element-adorned designs is punctuated by exquisite detailing and ornamental color, some offering moveable parts to arouse play. I adore this classic design.
To date more than 750 one-of-a-kind designs have been created, and thousands have sold worldwide. When it’s not traveling the world, the permanent collection is catalogued and archived at Estée Lauder headquarters in New York City. Pictured below is Mrs. Estée's personal collection from her office.
More than 30 new compact designs are available at Estée Lauder counters now.
Beauty's Product: Rachel Roy's Gift to You from Beauty.com
The next time you need to order $100 in beauty products may I recommend purchasing at beauty.com and gifting yourself with a Rachel Roy designed beauty swag box full of $150 worth of amazing products? Korres, Murad, Fekkai, and Murad burst at the silk lined seams of the adorable little pouch. New meaning in the whole give and ye shall receive bit, eh?
Rachel Roy is a highly regarded New York fashion designer and fixture on the city’s social scene. Known for her sophistication and grace, Roy brings her glamorous vision to you FREE with any purchase of $100 or more at Beauty.com for a limited time. The structured, elegant woven case has a built-in mirror for quick touch-ups and a silky inner pocket to hold precious items. Great as a vintage inspired clutch or to encase your beauty must-haves for travel. Inspired by women who are feminine and strong, this is a true fashionista carry all.
The deluxe and full-sized products are from brand favorites including:
· Juice Beauty Oil-Free Moisturizer
· Korres Basil Lemon Shower Gel
· Fresh Sugar Lychee Body Lotion
· Murad Firming Bronzer
· PHYTO 7 Daily Hydrating Cream
· Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
· Stila Eye Glaze in Kitten
· Remede Alchemy Premium Night Cream
· Arcona Cranberry Gommage
· Fekkai Protein PM Repair Strengthener
· Jane Iredale Pure Matte Transparent Powder
· Nick Chavez Flocker
· Prescriptives Super Line Preventor Xtreme
The deluxe and full-sized products are from brand favorites including:
· Juice Beauty Oil-Free Moisturizer
· Korres Basil Lemon Shower Gel
· Fresh Sugar Lychee Body Lotion
· Murad Firming Bronzer
· PHYTO 7 Daily Hydrating Cream
· Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
· Stila Eye Glaze in Kitten
· Remede Alchemy Premium Night Cream
· Arcona Cranberry Gommage
· Fekkai Protein PM Repair Strengthener
· Jane Iredale Pure Matte Transparent Powder
· Nick Chavez Flocker
· Prescriptives Super Line Preventor Xtreme
Beauty's Product: 2008 Holiday Miracles from La Mer
Feast your female sensory parts on this stunning holiday collection from La Mer. If your beau if thinking about shelling out $1,390 for the limited edition Mother of Pearl packaging, consider yourself miraculously insulated.
The Crème de la Crème
Includes 16.5 oz. Crème de la Mer in a limited edition round mother of pearl box
Suggested Retail Price $1,390
For true Crème de la Mer devotees - The Crème de la Crème wraps the iconic 16.5 oz. jar of the cult classic in chic mother of pearl. In a short time, skin becomes softer, firmer, looks virtually creaseless. The perfect gift for those that enjoy treating themselves to Max Huber’s miraculous cream all year round.
Limited quantities available exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and lamer.com
The Luxury Essentials
Includes Crème de la Mer (2 oz.), The Lifting Face Serum and The Eye Concentrate in a limited edition mother of pearl round box
Suggested Retail Price $630
The Luxury Essentials brings together three La Mer signatures - Crème de la Mer, The Lifting Face Serum and The Eye Concentrate. In a sumptuous pearlized leather box, this miraculous set boasts extraordinary results. Recipients will enjoy improved clarity, tone, softness and radiance. An ideal indulgence for loyal La Mer devotees and the perfect treat for first time users.
Limited quantities available exclusively at Bergdorf Goodman and Neiman Marcus
The Connoisseur Collection
Includes Crème de la Mer (2 oz.) and The Eye Concentrate in a pearlized holiday box
Suggested Retail Price $395
The Connoisseur Collection is a marriage of skincare miracles and ultimate luxury. Presented in an elegant pearlized leather box, this limited-edition offering pairs Crème de la Mer with The Eye Concentrate - two ultraluxe treatments that deliver on their promises.
Limited quantities available exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue
The Signature Collection
Includes Crème de la Mer (1 oz.), The Lifting Face Serum (15ml) and The Eye Concentrate (5ml) in a green cylindrical boxSuggested Retail Price $240
The Signature Collection combines convenient, travel sizes of Crème de la Mer, The Lifting Face Serum and The Eye Concentrate in a green La Mer cylindrical gift box. Delight jet setters with the flight-friendly sizes - perfect for a weekend on the slopes or at the beach.
Limited quantities available exclusively Bloomingdale’s
La Mer is available at select Bergdorf Goodman, Neiman Marcus, Saks Fifth Avenue and lamer.com
Beauty's Product RAVE: EO Holiday - Love, Peace, and Sleep.
Oh my god. Oh my GOD. Once in a while as a beauty blogger phenomenal things happen. I met the most amazing designer, Alexis Lamontagna, chatted with Angelina's mane man Ted Gibson, sat at Estee Lauder's desk, and (equally as amazing) EO just contacted ME.
A bit of hair-history: until a short sighted product manager at the Whole Foods in North Carolina stopped carrying EO, it was the ONLY thing I put in my hair for three years. In fact during my first visit to Warren Tricomi the health of my hair astounded the staff and all I had to say for myself was, "These locks have only touched organics since 2005. "
Note: if you are of blood relation to me and would like to be surprised at Christmas I recommend skipping to the next post right now. The sometimes seductive sampler sets come in three packages, Love, Peace, and Nighty Night. Each includes a frothy bubble bath bundled with a combination of soy massage candles (I have never heard of a massage candle but knowing the healing powers of EO's scents, I'm purchasing one immediately) bath salts, room sprays and body lotions. Pick your passion below.
Love
Pamper yourself or the one you love with the indulgent sensation of Pure Nourishing Rose. We captured the essence of real Rose by artfully blending hundreds of individual roses with healing Chamomile into this gift collection. The therapeutic benefits of these ingredients penetrate skin to nourish and hydrate the body naturally. Precious rose Essential Oils repair and harmonize even the most sensitive skin.
Bubble Bath, Room Spray, Bath Salts, Soy Massage Candle
Nighty Nite
Relax and inhale the beneficial healing properties of Blue Chamomile and Lavender Essential Oils as you let go of your troubles. The apple like aroma of Blue Chamomile is a soothing antiseptic that nurtures all skin types helping to reverse dryness and eczema. Lavender tones and balances, naturally renewing skin health with its therapeutic properties. These two healing botanicals will nurture and protect your skin on a daily basis as you breathe deeply and drift off to a dream filled slumber.
Bubble Bath, Room Spray, Bath Salts, Soy Massage Candle
Relax and inhale the beneficial healing properties of Blue Chamomile and Lavender Essential Oils as you let go of your troubles. The apple like aroma of Blue Chamomile is a soothing antiseptic that nurtures all skin types helping to reverse dryness and eczema. Lavender tones and balances, naturally renewing skin health with its therapeutic properties. These two healing botanicals will nurture and protect your skin on a daily basis as you breathe deeply and drift off to a dream filled slumber.
Bubble Bath, Room Spray, Bath Salts, Soy Massage Candle
Peace
Indulge in the tranquil and calming sensation of pure healing French Lavender. The therapeutic benefits of our French lavender penetrate the skin to nourish and hydrate the body naturally. The fresh and fragrant aroma of lavender relaxes with a sense of calm and balance providing internal peace and serenity.
Bubble Bath, Bath Salts, Body Lotion
