and The Wedding Salon
NYC
words/images Judith Ecochard
About a month ago, we journeyed downtown for a beauty bloggers round table, introducing "us" to the PaloVia Skin Renewing Laser- the FDA approved for home use-hand held device to smooth away the crows feet around the outer eye area.
Essentially a consumer-friendly laser that lessens the depth of the wrinkles of aforementioned facial area- with proper consistent use---
Based on the company's (Palomar Medical Technologies)-patented fractional laser technology- that many medical professionals employ/deploy for office only treatments, PaloVia is an easy to use device with a lot of backstop safety features built in (automatically shuts down after 25 zaps in an eight hour period---and 'it' can tell when it is in contact with the skin, 100% or it will shut-off ---), based on "tons of testing" -that works below the surface of the skin, to stimulate collagen and elastin---the building blocks of youthful looking skin, as it were.
How to use-is pretty simple---there is a pre-treatment "non-conductive" gel that's mineral oil based---(refills available though one bottle will last a long time- "60 treatments")---and we took one pump and spread it under our washed and dried under eye area. Then we opted for a low setting (there are three-low, medium high)---and as instructed, zapped 6 times only on the outer part of our under eye, each eye. It took about 3-4 minutes...and no safety glasses were needed-so we were looking in the mirror the whole time.
We felt it-but cannot say it hurt----and our skin, which is sensitive, was a tad red but nothing sheer coverage can't cover.
FYI-the protocol recommended is what has been tested by the FDA---though we read some of the comment boards online-and it seems plenty of users-use the PaloVia --- "off label" meaning on other parts of their face....
AND we noticed, a lot of comments about turning the gel pump upside down -to get the gel out.
The PaloVia website has plenty of before and after pics---and we have no reason to doubt how effective this hand held device is when used as instructed...(3-4 months of PaloVia used correctly supposedly equals 2 similar tech based treatments in a derm's office).
A plus: good for all skin types and impressively-there is a 60 day money back guarantee...
AND we gave our sample to a gal pal who really had those wrinkles around her eyes---and not happy about it...BUT she is very happy with the results after five weeks...a time efficient and $ alternative to hauling it to a doctor's office for the same result.
AVAILABLE- QVC, high-end department stores, store locater on website...$499
AT the last week International Beauty Show/New York at the Javits Center- we cruised around to take in the latest or continuing trends in salon or at home based hair/beauty procedures and products...
gel nail polishes/treatments, hair and eye lash extensions, and spray tans-in salon systems are still going strong,apparently, based on the number of exhibits we saw.
At home spray tans...by SUN Laboratories
Sister company Giselle Cosmetics...
FYI: Bronzers are still the numero uno blush no matter what print reads dictate --- about this being the season for pale beauties à la Downton Abbey.. We like the Honey Bronze Shimmering Dry Oil ($22) from the Body Shop ourselves, ...we take a few drops and mix it up with our sunscreen...then apply. We like the natural looking tint that minimizes any white film we might get from our 100% mineral physical block sunscreen.
The perpetually packed DINAIR airbrush makeup cosmetics space...got attendees all glammy with a team of makeup artists...and by the way, at home and pro models are available. We are big supporters of this type of foundation-it feels like nothing on the skin...and lasts AND is HD ready for closeups...and fast to apply, once you know how to.
Keratin Hair smoothing treatments are still popular...but we noticed a def emphasis on the use of more natural ingredients, less harsh chemicals and formaldehyde free compositions...
Argan Oil still seems to be the "it" ingredient...but a new to us company out of California, with a series of hair care products based on the healing properties of Macadamia Oil combined with Argan Seed Oil-had a large exhibit space on the floor-that was crowded every time we walked by...
Macadamia Natural Oil™ serves up a complete line of hair care, style and accessories ...for healthy locks versus the damaged, fizzy kind...and we can vouch for the Healing Oil Treatment----as we got a sample, applied from roots to tips, then let it stew under a plastic shower cap for twenty minutes...followed by a rinse out that yielded tangle free, smooth shiny hair-that we air dried. NICE. It is lightweight enough to use on the ends of our dry hair too-as well as a lightweight smoother, whenever.
Guys got major love too-at the Barber Competitions ---with ginormous crowds---we couldn't even see the stage....
There was several salon 'furniture' exhibitors for sale...we guess this is a comfy wash station---and warm too.
No longer done in-office-by dentists and doctors-there were several teeth whitening and skin laser systems to try out...
Stila Cosmetics showed several new products----including a one step primer, a nicely packaged powder that evens out skin tones, lip and cheek stain multi-tasker, and waterproof mascara with an effective applicator brush that gets to every lash..
HELLO HAIR EXTENSIONS----Fabio's fabulous relatives...
Down a flight a stairs...the International Esthetics Cosmetics & Spa Conference had even more exhibits---we beelined for Eve Pearl...an eponymous named company founded by the legendary makeup artist---who defined contouring par excellence for many professional makeup artists that we have interviewed over the years.
Many Eve Pearl products are enhanced with age-defying vitamins, minerals, proteins, peptides, anti-oxidants, aka CosmeNutrients® that protect, restore and renew skin's texture ---and natural hydration-meaning NOT greasy. Pictured-the multi-functional High Definition Dual Foundation ($54)-can be applied sheer-to full coverage. And imo-this will last a few months unless you really spackle it on several times a day.
Over at the Metropolitan Pavilion, the equally as mobbed The Wedding Salon™-had queues of bridal hopefuls and a rather dazed looking groom (what a trooper) lined up for a grand entrance to this thoughtfully laid out 'convention' of caterers, cake makers, destinations (resorts, hotels-event spaces from Columbia University's Faculty House-where a BFF married- to Disney Fairy Tale Weddings, wineries, tropical countries), production houses/wedding planners, dress makers, spa and bridal makeup services, party favors, etc--- including a rather long line for the bar though (duh).
We got our invite from our latest obsession-the imPRESS Broadway Nails team---that we think, for nail bed challenged gals like us- the imPress nails are a wonderful way to get the look of shiny talons, without the hassle. And we learned that once on, to wait an hour before washing hands or filing down...
Not part of the above event-but at a recent lingerie trade show---we previewed the new Bridal Collection from the figure enhancing/minimizing line of Body Wrap® Shapewear-a collection of high waist/ engineer worthy constructed bottoms- body suits- and slips with molded cups, for a jiggle free smooth walk down the aisle-comfortably. ($42-$74)
What's super smart-is that there are different slimming panels, with different levels of control on strategic parts of these body shapers, depending on one's needs-like an extra firm band along the outside of the leg over the hip to eliminate bulges.
Runs true to size too...we had a medium boy short---which fit our friend who wears an American size 8-10...perfectly. If you are a size 0- (32-33 inch hips)-there is not bottom for you...but the sizes are there for larger gals which is the target consumer, anyway. PLUS: Well priced and easy care.
CODA...http://www.thebridalbodyshop.com---for in person or virtual training which in theory-can last as long, equally well.
NYC
words/images Judith Ecochard
About a month ago, we journeyed downtown for a beauty bloggers round table, introducing "us" to the PaloVia Skin Renewing Laser- the FDA approved for home use-hand held device to smooth away the crows feet around the outer eye area.
Essentially a consumer-friendly laser that lessens the depth of the wrinkles of aforementioned facial area- with proper consistent use---
Based on the company's (Palomar Medical Technologies)-patented fractional laser technology- that many medical professionals employ/deploy for office only treatments, PaloVia is an easy to use device with a lot of backstop safety features built in (automatically shuts down after 25 zaps in an eight hour period---and 'it' can tell when it is in contact with the skin, 100% or it will shut-off ---), based on "tons of testing" -that works below the surface of the skin, to stimulate collagen and elastin---the building blocks of youthful looking skin, as it were.
How to use-is pretty simple---there is a pre-treatment "non-conductive" gel that's mineral oil based---(refills available though one bottle will last a long time- "60 treatments")---and we took one pump and spread it under our washed and dried under eye area. Then we opted for a low setting (there are three-low, medium high)---and as instructed, zapped 6 times only on the outer part of our under eye, each eye. It took about 3-4 minutes...and no safety glasses were needed-so we were looking in the mirror the whole time.
We felt it-but cannot say it hurt----and our skin, which is sensitive, was a tad red but nothing sheer coverage can't cover.
FYI-the protocol recommended is what has been tested by the FDA---though we read some of the comment boards online-and it seems plenty of users-use the PaloVia --- "off label" meaning on other parts of their face....
AND we noticed, a lot of comments about turning the gel pump upside down -to get the gel out.
The PaloVia website has plenty of before and after pics---and we have no reason to doubt how effective this hand held device is when used as instructed...(3-4 months of PaloVia used correctly supposedly equals 2 similar tech based treatments in a derm's office).
A plus: good for all skin types and impressively-there is a 60 day money back guarantee...
AND we gave our sample to a gal pal who really had those wrinkles around her eyes---and not happy about it...BUT she is very happy with the results after five weeks...a time efficient and $ alternative to hauling it to a doctor's office for the same result.
AVAILABLE- QVC, high-end department stores, store locater on website...$499
AT the last week International Beauty Show/New York at the Javits Center- we cruised around to take in the latest or continuing trends in salon or at home based hair/beauty procedures and products...
gel nail polishes/treatments, hair and eye lash extensions, and spray tans-in salon systems are still going strong,apparently, based on the number of exhibits we saw.
At home spray tans...by SUN Laboratories
Sister company Giselle Cosmetics...
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| Giselle Mineral Cosmetics |
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| Hair cutting technique and hair tool demos--- |
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| hair extensions as sparkling jewelry |
The perpetually packed DINAIR airbrush makeup cosmetics space...got attendees all glammy with a team of makeup artists...and by the way, at home and pro models are available. We are big supporters of this type of foundation-it feels like nothing on the skin...and lasts AND is HD ready for closeups...and fast to apply, once you know how to.
Keratin Hair smoothing treatments are still popular...but we noticed a def emphasis on the use of more natural ingredients, less harsh chemicals and formaldehyde free compositions...
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| From Brazil-Natura Keratin System- |
Argan Oil still seems to be the "it" ingredient...but a new to us company out of California, with a series of hair care products based on the healing properties of Macadamia Oil combined with Argan Seed Oil-had a large exhibit space on the floor-that was crowded every time we walked by...
Macadamia Natural Oil™ serves up a complete line of hair care, style and accessories ...for healthy locks versus the damaged, fizzy kind...and we can vouch for the Healing Oil Treatment----as we got a sample, applied from roots to tips, then let it stew under a plastic shower cap for twenty minutes...followed by a rinse out that yielded tangle free, smooth shiny hair-that we air dried. NICE. It is lightweight enough to use on the ends of our dry hair too-as well as a lightweight smoother, whenever.
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| great packaging |
Guys got major love too-at the Barber Competitions ---with ginormous crowds---we couldn't even see the stage....
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| love the graphics...at a booth |
There was several salon 'furniture' exhibitors for sale...we guess this is a comfy wash station---and warm too.
No longer done in-office-by dentists and doctors-there were several teeth whitening and skin laser systems to try out...
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| Cinema Secrets brush cleaner-an insider's fav |
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| Fresh shea butter-literally |
HELLO HAIR EXTENSIONS----Fabio's fabulous relatives...
Down a flight a stairs...the International Esthetics Cosmetics & Spa Conference had even more exhibits---we beelined for Eve Pearl...an eponymous named company founded by the legendary makeup artist---who defined contouring par excellence for many professional makeup artists that we have interviewed over the years.
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| Eve Pearl has a salon/store on 805 3rd Ave. NYC 10022 |
Over at the Metropolitan Pavilion, the equally as mobbed The Wedding Salon™-had queues of bridal hopefuls and a rather dazed looking groom (what a trooper) lined up for a grand entrance to this thoughtfully laid out 'convention' of caterers, cake makers, destinations (resorts, hotels-event spaces from Columbia University's Faculty House-where a BFF married- to Disney Fairy Tale Weddings, wineries, tropical countries), production houses/wedding planners, dress makers, spa and bridal makeup services, party favors, etc--- including a rather long line for the bar though (duh).
We got our invite from our latest obsession-the imPRESS Broadway Nails team---that we think, for nail bed challenged gals like us- the imPress nails are a wonderful way to get the look of shiny talons, without the hassle. And we learned that once on, to wait an hour before washing hands or filing down...
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| Major plus- one gets extra 'nails' per packet-because we have flat nailbeds-and the imPRESS nails are curved-what most people have...so they come off on us. No prob, lasts a week per packet with easy replacements |
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| Bridal parties-can go all match-matchy without the expense-give em' a bridesmaid gown break too, we think |
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| Kiss® Pro Lash -available in Double Packs... ($5.99)-easy does it fluttery eyelashes-that can be so natural looking-as to be undetectable except if one had naturally long fabulous lashes-like the PR gal who was there---PLUS cleaner looking too-versus some mascaras that can clunk up/smear with the sure to be had- tears of joy. |
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| apply eyelash glue...then use the strings to place on the lid...different lengths and thickness available too---and lasts! |
Not part of the above event-but at a recent lingerie trade show---we previewed the new Bridal Collection from the figure enhancing/minimizing line of Body Wrap® Shapewear-a collection of high waist/ engineer worthy constructed bottoms- body suits- and slips with molded cups, for a jiggle free smooth walk down the aisle-comfortably. ($42-$74)
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| strapless high waist thong with coverage |
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| The Must Slip Under with molded cups |
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| seamless for naturally looking support- and with compress/supportive elastane from 25-30% |
Runs true to size too...we had a medium boy short---which fit our friend who wears an American size 8-10...perfectly. If you are a size 0- (32-33 inch hips)-there is not bottom for you...but the sizes are there for larger gals which is the target consumer, anyway. PLUS: Well priced and easy care.
CODA...http://www.thebridalbodyshop.com---for in person or virtual training which in theory-can last as long, equally well.