Cristophe Salon in Beverly Hills Teams Up with ‘Mad Men’ Actor to Help Raise Money for His 17-Year-Old Cousin’s Heart Transplant
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., Feb. 23 /PRNewswire
Pistol & Stamen (www.pistolandstamen.com) and Cristophe Salon in Beverly Hills (www.cristophe.com) have committed to help raise money for Mad Men actor Edin Gali’s 17-year-old cousin, who is in need of a heart transplant.
Mad Men actor Edin Gali’s cousin, Alma Hadzic, is a 17-year-old Bosnian girl who only has a few months to live, unless she receives a life-saving heart transplant. Thus far, Alma’s family has been unsuccessful in securing all of the funds necessary to ensure that she receives the transplant and post surgery care. Her family has exhausted all of their savings and is already in debt from financing Alma’s medical expenses.
On March 10, Pistol & Stamen and Cristophe Salon in Beverly Hills, the entertainment capital’s epicenter of glamour and beauty will host a beauty drive and a silent auction at the Beverly Hills Salon from 6 to 9 PM to help raise money for Alma Hadzic’s much needed heart transplant. The Cristophe Salon will be donating all proceeds from the evening to the Alma Hadzic Transplant Fund.
Please join Cristophe Salon in the endeavor to help raise money for Alma’s transplant and recovery. This occasion is the perfect opportunity to place your hair into the hands of top stylists who have transformed and styled the hair of starlets such as, Heidi Klum, Pink and Ke$ha. Book your appointment today for a service on March 10, 2010 from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and the entire fee of your service will be donated to the Alma Hadzic Transplant Fund (www.almatransplantfund.com). Cocktails and hors d’ouevres will be served throughout the evening, and a silent auction has been arranged to assist in raising funds. In addition, Cristophe Salon is offering a complimentary “Heartthrob Hair Bar”, which will offer temporary highlights and extensions.
To book your appointment for a gorgeous cut, color, style, manicure, or make up application, please contact:
Cristophe Salon Beverly Hills
348 North Beverly Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
310-274-0851
*Please note that all services for the evening are by appointment only.
About Cristophe
Cristophe is a world-renowned stylist who has 5 salons located in Las Vegas, Washington DC, Newport Beach, St. Barths and his famous Beverly Hills location. He has been styling men and women, celebrities and politicians for over 20 years, individualizing each hairstyle to his client’s personality. Cristophe also has a fantastic line of signature hair care products sold exclusively at CVS so everyone can have great hair at home.
SOURCE: Pistol & Stamen
Glow in the Dark Tattoos
Los Angeles, California
Glow in the dark tattoo ink? Hardly. According to an About.com definition, “a UV reflective, glow in the dark tattoo is one that is made from UV (ultra-violet) reactive ink or glow-in-the-dark ink inserted under the skin. It is still unknown just how safe these inks are, especially in the long-term, and is strongly advised against. Reputable artists will not do glow tattoos, and for good reason.”
After calling a few tattoo shops in the Los Angeles area and chatting with some highly regarded tattoo artists, I got the notion that the makers of the ink are not of good standing within the tattoo industry just yet. In actuality, there isn’t any corroboration that glow in the dark ink is even safe.
One shop owner who wished to remain nameless said, “It was first around for a couple years in the early 90’s, then people stopped because they didn’t know what effects it had” He continued by saying, “I personally will not do it, I think it’s radioactive and contains carcinogens, and I would be apprehensive to put that in my skin”
Then I gave a buzz to Tattoo Mania on the world famous Sunset Strip in West Hollywood, California. After needling Rocco, one of the artists with some questions, he was kind of enough to go into more detail since he had a “glow in the dark” tattoo himself.
He expressively exclaimed, “First of all, they are not glow in the dark tattoos, they are and should be called black light tattoos.”
“Do people still ask for these types of tattoos and do you think they’re safe?”, I asked.
“Ya, sometimes. Look, I got mine 10 years ago and I ain’t dead yet. I’m fine.” Uninterrupted, Rocco continued, “The glow in the dark tattoo is a myth and it should be referred to as a black light tattoo.”
The Body Shop: Hot Tips for Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and there’s a good chance your husband or boyfriend might not know exactly what to get you. To help you have a sensational Valentine’s Day, The Body Shop has teamed up with celebrity sex and relationship expert Dr. Sari Locker to offer tips that will get your honey on the right track. So don’t leave it to “chance”, give him all the tips and hints he’ll need counting down to V-day.
Dr. Sari Says…
1. Declare your devotion
Never assume she just “knows” how you feel. Actions speak louder than words but words are very important, too. Sing a love song on her voice mail. Compose a love poem and text it to her. Leave erotic Post-it notes all over the bedroom. Remind her that your love is true and you adore her.
2. Be nostalgic
Give her a CD of a band you heard together, a poster from the first movie that you saw, a T-shirt from a great place you went together. Show her that everything you do in your relationship means a lot to you.
3. Hold her hand
Whether you go for a moonlit stroll, or just hold her hand as you snuggle on the couch, holding her hand all night will show her that you are there for her. Heat up the intensity by treating her to a hand massage with a stimulating hand cream or massage oil.
Wise Woman Defense Hand & Nail Treatment ($18)
Soft Hands Kind Heart Hand Cream ($10)
Almond Oil Hand & Nail Day Cream ($16)
Vitamin E Hand & Nail Treatment ($16)
4. Give her something that lasts
Give her floral perfume, rather than just giving her a bouquet of flowers. Then offer to apply it to her pulse points. Perfume will outlive any bouquet of flowers, and she can wear it to remind her of your Valentine’s Day together.
Love Etc…™ Eau de Toilette ($17)
Love Etc…™ Body Butter ($20)
Love Etc…™ Body Lotion ($16.50)
Love Etc…™ Shower Gel ($15)
5. Create a sexy Valentine’s Scavenger Hunt
Hide many small spa gifts for her to find, such as relaxing massage oil, body butter, foaming bath soak, and more. With each gift, include a clue to where she can find the next gift. The last gift leads her to the bathroom where you have drawn a foaming bath for her amid the glow of sweet smelling spa candles. Then her real gift begins as you join her in the tub.
Spa Wisdom Dream Candle ($16)
Spa Wisdom Plunge and Purify Bath Soak ($28)
Spa Wisdom Monoi Miracle Oil ($20)
Spa Wisdom Africa Spa Rich Body Balm ($25)
6. Pucker with Passion
Choose an array of various tasty lip balms to get for her. Tie them with a red bow, or put them in a heart-shaped box. Present them to her with a card that says that you want to kiss her all night long. Be sure to give yourself “kissable
lips” by using a lip balm, too.
7. Give her a sensual massage
Massage can relax a woman, but a sensual massage can make her quiver all over. For Valentine’s night, set the scene with scented candles and soft music. Then guide her to the bed, undress her, and ask her to lie on her stomach. Place some massageoil in your hands, and hold it there for a moment to warm it. Next, give her a traditional back massage. After about fifteen minutes, turn it into a sensual massage by asking her to roll over onto her back. Tenderly rub her body and brush your fingers over her most sensitive areas. Don’t rush. The longer you linger and the slower you go, the more erotic tension you’ll build. Then when you are both ready, you can enjoy the release of all that tension.
Sensual Massage Oil ($18)
Harmonizing Massage Oil ($18)
Unfragranced Massage Oil ($18)
8. Shower her with love
Sharing a sensual shower on Valentine’s night can add an erotic thrill to an already romantic day. To set the mood, keep the lights off in the bathroom, and light candles instead. Think of the shower as a waterfall at sunset, with you and your partner beneath the gushing stream. Slide your soapy hand around the curves of her entire body. Then give her a turn to suds you up with the shower gel. Savor the feeling of kissing as your mouth is filling up with water, and close your eyes to enjoy every moment of your Valentine’s shower.
Divine Calm Heavenly Shower Gel ($18)
Divine Calm Sublime Body Lotion ($22)
Divine Calm Relaxing Massage Oil ($16)
9. Do it in the dark
Guys, you may love getting frisky with the lights on; yet, many women feel less inhibited in the dark. For Valentine’s night, enjoy the pleasure of kissing, touching, and more – all in a room that is entirely dark. You’ll be free to explore all of your *other* senses. Use your fingertips to caress every inch of her body, and delight in the sensation of touch. Ask her to wear a flavored lip balm, so you can focus on the taste of every kiss. Tell her that you are wearing a new after shave, so she can explore the new scent of your body. Listen to her breathing and sounds of pleasure to become even more turned on. You’ll find out how the dark can brighten up your Valentine’s night.
10. Lavish Her Locks
Give her the gift of physical affection. Give her a back massage or wash her hair. Giving pure pleasure and attention can make you and your lover both feel sexy.
Guarana Berry Volumizing Shampoo ($11)
Olive Glossing Shampoo ($11)
Honey Moisturizing Shampoo ($11)
If your guy still has no clue what to do, tell him to head into his favourite location of The Body Shop where our sales team will give him expert Valentine’s Day advice and help him choose naturally-inspired goodies to create a memorable evening you won’t forget. See our Shop Locator at www.thebodyshop.ca.
The Body Shop International plc is the original, natural and ethical beauty brand, with over 2,500 stores in over 60 markets worldwide. The Body Shop seeks out wonderful natural ingredients from all four corners of the globe to deliver products bursting with effectiveness, to enhance your natural beauty. By striving to use the planet’s resources wisely, The Body Shop searches for outstanding natural materials and ingredients from across the globe to include in its range of products. The Body Shop is proud to have been the first beauty brand to have brought the benefits of fair trade to the beauty industry through its own unique Community Trade program, to have introduced sustainable palm oil into its soaps, 100% recycled packaging, and to raise funds and awareness on key issues of the day, including the sex trafficking of the most vulnerable in our society, children and young people.
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Avatar-Like 3-D Images Bring Life to Cosmetic Surgery
Simulating surgical outcome puts patient’s mind at ease
Dr. Brett Kotlus, a cosmetic surgeon at Allure Medical Spa in Shelby Township, raves about the 3-D system he uses to simulate surgery on prospective clients. The Vectra 3-D from Canfield Imaging Systems takes an image of the face or body with 12 different digital cameras at once, with a resolution of 36 megapixels. ”This 3-D system has a clever interface that constructs a realistic, modifiable image that can be sculpted in the same way that cosmetic surgery would sculpt a nose or a breast. Within minutes, we can see possible surgical results. In this scenario, a picture is truly worth a thousand words,” explains Dr. Kotlus. On a computer screen, the patient sees side-by-side pictures, an untouched version and a surgery simulation.
3-D imaging has emerged as a modern method that helps cosmetic surgeons and patients visualize outcomes. There is a high demand for a tool that allows people to see what they might look like after cosmetic surgery. The old days of red and blue tinted glasses are gone, and the newest version of 3-D uses sophisticated computers to create lifelike images. Disney, Pixar, and Dreamworks have brought three-dimensional animated features to movie theatres, with blockbuster reviews. Patients are often surprised to find the same technology used in films like James Cameron’s Avatar in their cosmetic surgeon’s office.
Most commonly, 3-D simulations are used to imagine breast augmentation, nose reshaping, and chin sculpting. Dr. Charles Mok at Allure Medical Spa has been using this tool for the past year and it has changed the way he does consultations with patients. ”The 3-D simulator helps me to communicate in a specific way and set the patient’s expectations. When they are realistic about what can be achieved with surgery, they are much happier after having a procedure,” says Dr. Mok. Michelle, mother of four, knew she wanted breast augmentation but was apprehensive about the size; using 3-D imaging we were able to show her what she could expect to look like. ”After seeing what my outcome would look like and comparing three different sizes I was completely comfortable picking an implant size; I went into surgery with my mind completely at ease.”
Dr. Kotlus envisions more three-dimensional surgery applications in the future. ”This is only the tip of the iceberg. Cosmetic surgery is continually incorporating technological advances into amazing procedures. Cosmetic surgeons already think in three dimensions, so now we have tools to convey these ideas more clearly.” A consultation including 3-D imaging and 3-D surgery simulation takes about 30 minutes, including a face-to-face discussion with the doctor.
Dr. Kotlus is a dual-board certified cosmetic and oculofacial plastic surgeon who practices at Allure Medical Spa located at 8180 26 Mile Road, Suite 300, Shelby Township, Michigan. Allure Medical Spa is a physician-based practice offering innovative non-surgical and surgical cosmetic services in the Detroit-Metro area. For additional information on this procedure or other cosmetic procedures performed at Allure Medical Spa, visit http://www.alluremedicalspa.com/.
SOURCE: Allure Medical Spa
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ULTA Launches a First-of-its-Kind Advertising Campaign Featuring Makeup-Free Models
To Better Service Consumers ULTA Pairs ‘Before’ and ‘After’ Images of their Models with ‘How-To’ Videos
Press Release Source: ULTA On Friday February 5, 2010, 8:49 am EST
To Better Service Consumers ULTA Pairs ‘Before’ and ‘After’ Images of their Models with ‘How-To’ Videos
ULTA, the largest one-stop beauty retailer in the United States, is proud to launch a first-of-its-kind new national advertising campaign featuring a “before” and “after” image of a model, without and with makeup.
Inspired by ULTA’s mantra of approachability, and commitment to attainable beauty, ULTA is offering consumers step-by-step instructions on how to get the look through a series of “how-to” videos on ULTA.com. The new campaign will serve to enhance ULTA’s approachability in the hearts and minds of consumers by offering them a complimentary tutorial not with only one brand, but multiple brands in prestige to mass.
“By featuring our model au naturel ULTA had the opportunity to demonstrate simple steps to achieve the most updated looks. Our intention with this advertising campaign is to continue to identify fresh, new and exciting ways to educate and entertain women,” said Lyn Kirby, President and CEO, ULTA.
Beginning the first week of February the advertisement will appear in the March issues of Vanity Fair, InStyle and Allure. ULTA will continue to roll out new “looks” in the April and May issues of various national long-lead publications. Each new “look” will be paired with a corresponding “How-To” video on ULTA.com. All “How-To” videos will also be featured on ULTA’s Facebook page (http://www.facebook.com/ULTA?v=app_7146470109).
The advertisements will also feature a coupon offering five dollars off any purchase of ten dollars or more, redeemable both in store and online at ULTA.com.
The consummate beauty superstore, ULTA brings together an unparalleled selection of brand-name cosmetics, fragrances, skin and hair care products under one roof from both prestige and mass channels.
Credit: Ulta
ULTA is the largest beauty retailer that provides one-stop shopping for prestige, mass and salon products and services in the United States. ULTA offers affordable indulgence to its customers by combining the product breadth, value and convenience of a beauty superstore with the distinctive environment and experience of a specialty retailer. ULTA offers a unique combination of over 21,000 prestige and mass beauty products across the categories of cosmetics, fragrance, hair care, skincare, bath and body products and salon styling tools, as well as a full-service salon in all stores. Headquartered in Bolingbrook, IL, ULTA opened its doors in 1990, currently operates 333 stores across 38 states and also distributes products through its website: www.ulta.com.
Getting Involved on the Internet
Your customers and numerous clients are chatting about you whether you fancy it or not. Guess what? People are taking note!
There are thousands of review sites such as yelp.com, insiderpages.com, maps.google.com, citysearch.com, and local.yahoo.com that are constantly being updated by user reviews. As a business owner, not only should you monitor these sites, but also see what people are saying about you on Twitter and Facebook. The new word of mouth has become the “tweet”, “the click and post”, and the online forum where people vent or praise.
You have to take charge of your online reputation. It’s crucial for you to obtain tech savoir-faire and get yourself tangled in social media and a mixture of various online forums. The Opinion Research Corporation, a global market research firm founded in 1938, recently published a survey stating that nearly 83% of Americans glance at the online reviews of a business and most likely base their verdict on whether to make an appearance at the business from the assessment.
Recently, there were companies who posted fictitious reviews to endorse their business in an unscrupulous fashion. In mid-2009, Belkin, a manufacturer of audio, video, and computer accessories, was caught red-handed. Their business development representative, Mark Bayard hired people to write & post positive reviews. The latest perpetrator was DeLonghi, a espresso & coffee machine manufacturer. In July, 2009, the The Wall Street Journal reported that an Atlanta lawyer noticed that a user named “T. Carpenter” was constantly posting positive reviews on DeLonghi products. After several emails and phone calls, the truth was uncovered. One can only imagine the discomfiture these companies experienced once they were exposed.
The motto is…the preeminent way to get a dignified review is to provide superb service.
Innovative Beauty Solutions From Goldfaden Skincare
Goldfaden, the skincare collection known for its natural approach and signature Organic Red Tea-based formulations, helps to fight the signs of aging with scientifically developed cutting-edge innovations in the skincare market.
Dedicated to giving his clients the latest treatments and products available, dermatologist Dr. Goldfaden diligently explores the newest ground-breaking developments in skincare. “I’m always looking worldwide for the preventative and restorative powers of new and natural organic ingredients and technology for the maximum benefit on one’s own skin health and beauty,” Dr. Goldfaden states. Utilizing unique ingredients through extensive research, Dr. Goldfaden is able to discover the latest trends including topical melatonin, Stem Cell and DNA technology — incorporating these discoveries into his products before his competitors; making Goldfaden Skincare innovators in the market of result-oriented solutions for any skin type and condition.
Helping to enhance the body and skin’s nightly repair cycle, Goldfaden Sleep Renewal Night Cream offers a unique signature formulation including Melatonin — a natural compound that regulates the sleep process. Aiding the body in a more restful night’s sleep, skin cells are allowed to perform optimal rejuvenation during the night while the body is relaxed.
Derived from the regenerative powers in the stem cells of a rare Swiss apple, Goldfaden Skin Stem Cell Serum increases suppleness and radiance to the skin. “With all the controversy concerning the use of stem cells, I was able to find a unique organic stem cell in the Swiss apple that would mimic the purpose of human skin stem cells in enhancing beauty and the skin’s structure,” says Dr. Goldfaden.
Source: Goldfaden
Extending skin cells lifespan, Goldfaden DNA & Telomere Cream improves the power and life of the DNA in the skin cells and skin tissue quality; repairing skin function on a cellular level. “With genetics playing such a large part in attempting to extend our lives, I incorporated DNA technology in the DNA & Telomere Cream to enhance the skin’s longevity and youthfulness,” says Dr. Goldfaden. Formulated with Teprenone (form of Vitamin K 2), which prolongs cell survival, prevents against early skin cell death and improves skin condition along with Caprylic Acid.
For information on the complete Goldfaden product collection and its availability, please visit www.Goldfaden.com.
SOURCE Goldfaden Skincare
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Millions of Consumers Choose The Patient’s Guide
The Leading Provider of Cosmetic Dermatology Skin Health Information Online
COSTA MESA, Calif., Jan. 25
According to recent statistics, more than 80% of American internet users regularly search online for health information. When they search for skin health and procedure information, they go to The Patient’s Guide.
The Patient’s Guide is a family of 25 websites that provide cutting edge and trustworthy information about skin care conditions and cosmetic procedures. Each website focuses on a specific condition, making finding information relevant to the consumer’s need easier, faster and more reliable. The Patient’s Guide combines leading dermatologist expertise, physician references, consumer feedback and the latest news updates to give consumers detailed information for what they are looking for.
Recently, top The Patient’s Guide websites including www.wrinkles.org, www.stretchmarks.org, www.tattooremoval.net and www.rosaceatreatment.org have risen to top organic search rankings on leading search engines Google, Yahoo! and Bing for some of the most highly searched skin care conditions, including “wrinkles” “stretch marks” “rosacea treatment” and “tattoo removal”.
“As a leader in skin care content and physician referrals, we are committed to providing consumers with the best treatment information and physician resources,” said Grant Aldrich, Chief Operating Officer of The Patient’s Guide.
The Patient’s Guide team of experts includes leading physicians in the field of dermatology with collectively more than 150 years of experience. These experts have been the innovators in skin care and cosmetic dermatology technology breakthroughs, including laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation, fat reduction and cellulite treatment.
“Not only is the Patients Guide the single largest referral source for my all laser dermatologic practice, but the patients who do come in are well educated on the procedures they are interested in and ready to be treated,” says Dr. Eric Bernstein, Director of Laser Surgery and Cosmetic Dermatology Centers, Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology at the University of Pennsylvania. ”The Guide serves as an education tool for my patients before they even come in, streamlining and building my practice at the same time. In addition, the practice management component has enabled me to better train my staff for even greater efficiency.”
“We are excited by the increasing number of consumers each month who use The Patient’s Guide as exactly that – their personal patient guide,” said Jasson Gilmore, Chief Executive Office of The Patient’s Guide. ”We are creating even more opportunities for consumers to have even more access to skin care health information, in new and category-expanding ways.”
Positive News on Beauty
MediaPost.com recently reported that 2009 wasn’t such a good year for the beauty industry. Although there is some evidence of recuperation, it still doesn’t take away from the fact that the industry undertook the losses along with almost every other major sector. The study was conducted by the NPD Group, a foremost source of consumer and retail market research information for a extensive range of industries.
They discovered that some of the emergent categories include, smaller-size women’s fragrances, innovations in foundation and concealer, and anti-aging products.
Adding to the great industry news, WSJ reported on Thursday, January 28, 2010, that Estee Lauder exceeded expectations and posted a 2Q profit in sales and gained 11% to $2.26 billion.
“Our strong top-line growth indicates consumers have responded positively,” CEO Fabrizio Freda says in a statement. “While certain businesses have shown signs of improvement, and the economic challenges and some external uncertainties have abated, we remain mindful that they have not completely disappeared. We continue to examine our business to more closely align our cost structure with expected sales growth and plan to make targeted incremental investments … to grow our brands.”
Laser Hair Removal Treatments – Choosing the Right Clinic
Due to its promises of permanent or long term cure of unwanted hair, laser hair removal has become one of the most popular cosmetic routines. With the increased demand, more and more clinics are opening across the country by offering laser hair removal procedures.
However, women often wonder which clinic is safer, cleaner, and one that will give them superior results. Hence, as a consumer there are some things that you need to know and look for when it comes to laser hair removal to ensure optimal results. This includes evaluating the clinic and the professionals who work there for experience, credentials, and advanced safety and success ratings.
At the outset, find out if the clinic is in fact operated and managed by a doctor, it is critical that the doctor is actively part of the treatments. As a client, it is also beneficial to find out how long the clinic has been in business and who typically performs the laser hair removal procedures. If a registered nurse does the bulk of the treatments, ask what training the nurses have in laser procedures and if a physician oversees the treatment protocol.
A further imperative consideration when selecting a laser hair removal clinic is the type of laser used for hair removal treatments. Lumenis, is the only laser machine that is FDA approved for laser hair removal. They have been in the laser business since 1966 and are a recognized world leader in medical lasers and light-based technologies. One of their most popular machines is the LightSheer Diode Laser System, which remedies virtually all skin types including tanned skin, most hair colors, depths and diameters
You should by no means choose a clinic that offers a lower price because they likely utilize a substandard machine for the treatments – which means that patients will need more laser hair removal sessions to achieve desired results. Additional treatments can raise the cost significantly in the long run. Typically, to accomplish a gratifying level of clearance, 3-5 treatments are typically required.
