💕Happy Valentine’s Day From These Beauty Brands 💕

January 31, 2023

The Skinsheet

A revolutionary solution to traditional facial cotton, The Skinsheet promises to seamlessly integrate with and make your daily ritual more satisfying. Gentle, versatile and sustainable, our materials are made from 100% cotton cellulose for an elevated routine that looks and works better, all around. Expect higher quality skin essentials that deliver noticeable results with less waste, in less time.

February 4th-14th, buy 2 and get a 3rd for free to give to a friend/family/partner etc

 

Hanhoo

Hanhoo is an Asian-owned clean skincare brand that believes in achieving healthy skin. We strive to break down the idea that perfect skin is free of textures, pores, and spots. Real skin has visible pores, hyperpigmentation, and acne scars but that doesn’t make it any less beautiful. As a socially conscious brand, we encourage all people to embrace their unique skin.

BOGO 50% sitewide on February 14th

Nuebiome

Nuebiome takes a multifaceted approach with bioferments and naturally derived ingredients to support the skin’s microbiome. The microbiome is the delicate balance of microbes, enzymes, vitamins and nutrients that maintain the skin’s barrier function and a balanced pH. Meticulous research, countless revisions and an emphasis on high quality, scientifically validated naturally derived ingredients. The exclusion of toxic ingredients is at the foundation of every formulation. Our unique clinician developed a triple bioferment blend of prebiotic, probiotic and postbiotic bioferments that resembles your skin’s natural microbial activity to condition and seal in moisture.

Sky Organics

Sky Organics is committed to expanding the use of organic ingredients and maintaining organic certification on products representing over 80% of our revenue. This commitment is central to our mission because we believe organic is the cleanest form of natural, organic ingredients are pure and potent, and organic is better for the Earth and all living things.

Davids

Taliah Waajid

Each and every Taliah Waajid Brand hair care product is specifically crafted and formulated to provide naturally curly, coily, kinky and wavy hair textures with moisturizing, conditioning and cleansing excellence to support healthy, flourishing, beautiful natural hair.

 

How Does A 68 Million Dollar House Smell? Ask Ex Nihilo

January 28, 2023

There is a new architectural marvel in Bel Air’ that recently launched on the market. It’s branded as 1859 and after taking a tour of this incredible home last week, I am left thinking about it non-stop. Think: One of a kind finishes, rare art pieces and luxury furniture…and wow, a bespoke fragrance collection, personalized for the home by Parisian house of perfume Ex Nihilo. 

Known for its one-of-a-kind fragrance creations and with a focus on personalization, Ex Nihilo debuts into home fragrances with this project. Bespoke 1859 products include custom Candles, Perfumed Mists for the spa, a Body Line for the primary bedroom and powdered room as well as a surprise Fragrance Box for the primary bedroom. To further enhance the olfactory experience, Ex Nihilo also introduces custom Diffusers created in collaboration with a leader on the luxury market also known for creating diffusers for prominent hotels like Le Crillon, Paris.

Some more about this house…It sits on a 1.6 acre lot, boasting three expansive stories, 9 bedrooms and 12 baths across 20,000 square feet of interior space. Masterminded by Los Angeles-based development firm, Balakhani Estates in partnership with award-winning architectural firm, Tag Front and world-renowned Los Angeles-based interior designer, CĂŠsar Giraldo of CĂŠsar Giraldo Design, 1859 exemplifies venerable beauty and an artful abundance of sophistication. Parisian fragrance brand Ex Nihilo collaborated with the 1859 project to create a custom olfactory experience designed exclusively for 1859. This partnership between design and fragrance will kindle a personalized sensory ambiance. Ex Nihilo’s vision behind the custom fragrance is to form a sustained artistic atmosphere, turning a house into a home.
 

Known for its one-of-a-kind fragrance creations and with a focus on personalization, Ex Nihilo
debuts into home fragrances with this project. Bespoke 1859 products include custom Candles,
Perfumed Mists for the spa, a Body Line for the primary bedroom and powdered room as well as a surprise Fragrance Box for the primary bedroom.

To further enhance the olfactory experience, Ex Nihilo also introduces custom Diffusers created in collaboration with a leader on the luxury market also known for creating diffusers for prominent hotels like Le Crillon, Paris. The most stunning diffusers I have ever seen.

Conveniently managed through a digital app, all settings can be personalized based on preference of intensity, schedules, scent levels, and more. The 1859-branded products, an estimated $25,000 value, will be made available with the purchase of the home. All of these components make the property a unique sanctuary that can soothe all senses.

After nearly seven years in development, 1859 is now known as one of the premier tri-level
estates in coveted Bel Air offering impeccable attention to detail, an unmistakable eye for global
design, and one of the finest vast view lots in Los Angeles. The sleek curvature of the exterior of
the house is a work of art in itself, with clean lines, geometric shapes, and a contemporary design that exudes sophistication and elegance. An eco-green living wall, and a manicured pathway above a striking water feature encompass the 350-foot width of frontage and lead to a moment of arrival, peering above the clouds and extending to the views of the Ocean, Catalina Island, and the canyons from Bel Air.

 

Ex Nihilo was Founded in 2013 by a young trio from Paris. Ex Nihilo aims to express its own conception of personalized luxury through the use of unparalleled know-how and the most splendid raw materials available.

The brand is inspired by both the creative Avant-Garde and the French spirit of pure refinement. Ex Nihilo is loved and worn by celebrity powerhouses like Hailey Bieber, Justin Bieber, Drake, Barbara Palvin, Lebron James, Future, Olivia Culpo, and Devon Windsor.

Olfactory Notes: Gold Immortals An Oriental Eden Shining for Eternity Family – Floriental TOP – Bergamot, Pear HEART – Lysyland, Peony BASE – Tonka Bean, Musk, Amber

 

If you don’t have 68 million to grab this house, you can easily experience the scenes of Ex Nihilo here.

The Crème Shop x Hello Kitty Lunar New Year Collection

January 20, 2023

Went to an adorable event to celebrate the new collection from the K-Beauty Brand that has brought you best-selling collabs with BT21, Disney.  Best part – it’s Hello Kitty and Friends !

 

Honoring their Korean heritage & a new year with Sanrio! Since 1988 they are proud of their Asian-founded heritage, reflected truly in this limited edition capsule collection with Sanrio.

 

Full Collection Offerings:

 

NEW: The Crème Shop Kuromi Lunar New Year Macaron Lip Balm – $10.00

Lucky Lychee scented

      

 

LUCKY FORTUNE inside! For lips as soft and decadent as a freshly baked macaron! Made with love, Vitamin E, and Shea Butter to care for lips.

 

NEW: The Crème Shop Hello Kitty and Friends My Lucky Star Printed Essence Sheet Mask – $10.00 (Set of 3)

 

 

Stay bright and pure like the lucky star you are! Help revitalize your skin with smoothing Royal Jelly, youth-promoting Collagen, and antioxidant-rich Strawberry Extract.

 

INGREDIENTS:

  • Royal Jelly – Rare essence extracted from honey to help hydrate and reduce the appearance of fine lines.

  • Collagen – Promotes plump, soft, youthful skin.

  • Strawberry Extract – Rich in Vitamin C to help brighten, calm, and reduce puffiness.

NEW: The Crème Shop My Melody Gold Fortune! Hydrating Hydrogel Under Eye Patches – $4.50

 

 

Wishing you good luck and positively bright eyes! Start the year off fresh as caffeine and 24K Gold help depuff and brighten eyes.

 

INGREDIENTS:

  • Caffeine – Helps depuff and reduce inflammation

  • 24K Gold – Helps hydrate & smooth for a youthful glow

 

NEW: The Crème Shop My Melody Lunar New Year Nail File Duo – $5.00

 

A collection of printed, double-sided files to help shape & smooth your nails to perfection.

 

  • Double-sided for maximum efficiency

  • Extra fine grit for easy shaping

  • Long-lasting & reusable

NEW: The Crème Shop My Melody Lunar New Year Nail Decal Set – $10.00

 

A lucky addition to your nails! Instantly give your nails a luxe makeover with the help of The Crème Shop x Hello Kitty. This set includes 50 easy-to-apply decals that are the perfect addition to any manicure, plus a clear nail polish infused with Calcium and Protein to help set and seal them into place.

 

  • Clear polish infused with Calcium & Protein

  • Includes 50 easy-to-apply decals

  • Long-lasting

HOW TO USE:

  1. Wash hands with soap and water.

  2. Once dry, paint your nails with your favorite base color.

  3. Peel decal off of clear film and apply to your nail.

  4. Add top coat to seal and allow to dry.

NEW: The Crème Shop Hello Kitty and Friends Lunar New Year Moon Gaze Eyeshadow Palette – $16.00

 

Lunar New Year Moon Gaze 9 Color Palette

The perfect day-to-night palette, inspired by Lunar New Year festivities. A stunning, everyday palette with 9 ultra-pigmented shades that easily blend and build.

 

  • 9 velvety, multi-finish pigments

  • Travel-Friendly

  • Cruelty-Free & Vegan

 

NEW: The Crème Shop My Melody Lunar New Year Multi-Use Makeup Blender – $7.00

 

 

For a natural, luminous finish! Dampen the sponge with water, it expands like magic when wet! Give it a squeeze and apply desired foundation or powder.

NEW: The Crème Shop My Melody Lunar New Year Macaron Lip Balm – $10.00

Golden Kiwi Flavored

 

LUCKY FORTUNE inside! For lips as soft and decadent as a freshly baked macaron! Made with love, Vitamin E, and Shea Butter to care for lips.

 

SOLD OUT: The Crème Shop Hello Kitty Lunar New Year Macaron Lip Balm – $10.00

Apple Blossom scented

   


LUCKY FORTUNE inside! For lips as soft and decadent as a freshly baked macaron! Made with love, Vitamin E, and Shea Butter to care for lips.

 

SOLD OUT: The Crème Shop Hello Kitty and Friends Lunar Brush Collection – $18.00

Set of 5!

 

 

Apply and blend with ease using this elite set of ultra-soft makeup brushes, crafted with plush synthetic bristles.

 

• Versatile & precise application

• Silky-soft bristles

• Durable & easy to wash

 

About The Crème Shop: Established in 1988, The Crème Shop is a whimsical and all-inclusive Los Angeles-based beauty brand with South Korean heritage that curates exceptional ingredients from all over the world to craft high-quality, 100% Cruelty-Free affordable products. The Crème Shop is available at TheCremeShop.com, Macy’s, ULTA, CVS Pharmacy, Hot Topic, Forever 21, and other leading big box retailers.

About SanrioÂŽ Sanrio, the global lifestyle brand best known for pop icon Hello KittyÂŽ, and home to many other beloved character brands including Chococat™, My Melody™, Badtz-Maru™, Keroppi™, Gudetama™ and Aggretsuko™, is celebrating its 60th Anniversary this year. Sanrio was founded on the ‘small gift, big smileÂŽ’ philosophy – that a small gift can bring happiness and friendship to people of all ages. Today, Sanrio’s legendary breadth of products are available in over 130 countries and in retail locations including department, specialty, national chain retailers and Sanrio boutique stores.

Guess The Most Requested Procedures of 2022?

December 29, 2022

Labiaplasty procedures have increased over the years due to more access and education, but recently, it has become even more common – is Lululemon to blame?

We chatted with Dr. Sean Kelishadi is a board-certified celebrity plastic surgeon and founder of SSK Plastic Surgery in Southern California.

Skin-tight, vagina-hugging leggings are a trend that isn’t going anywhere, thanks to brands like Lululemon and Skims making it fashionable and acceptable to wear anywhere. As a result, women are opting for elective procedures like labiaplasty in greater numbers. Dr. Sean Kelishadi, a board-certified plastic surgeon in Orange County, sees more women requesting surgery to look and feel better in their leggings. He often hears comments like, “I didn’t realize I had a problem until I wore my Lululemons, and suddenly everyone can see my vagina lips.”

What is the cost? Cost varies, but we charge around $8500 for most people.

What does recovery look like ?

Recovery times will vary, and the healing process will also differ depending on the patient and the procedure(s) they are getting. The extent and complexity of your procedure will correlate with your recovery time, but you can expect a full recovery between 4 and 12 weeks. This procedure tends to have a quicker and smoother recovery for most people, but there will be some discomfort.

Although rarely needed, you’ll be sent home with an oral prescription pain reliever to help with discomfort. Everyone is typically okay with taking a couple of Tylenol. Immediately following your procedure, you can expect numbness, tingling, and minor stiffness in the incision area. Some common side effects include inflammation, swelling, and bruising.

During the first weeks after labiaplasty, you’ll want to wear loose-fitting clothing (no thongs or leggings), no sexual activity, and restrict alcohol consumption to 2 or 3 beverages per week. Your diet should be healthy, limiting caffeine and sugar consumption and adding lots of water, protein, veggies, and fruit.  Usually, after 6-8 weeks, you can do everything as you would before surgery without any restrictions.

Does a woman lose sensation from scarring?

You may experience some decreased sensation in the treated area during the recovery phase, but this is temporary and subsides as you fully heal (4-12 weeks). It is important to remember that labiaplasties address the vaginal lips (labia minora) and will not affect the nerves of the clitoris.

What are potential complications?

With any procedure, there is a risk of decreased sensation, infection, and scarring, making it so important that people do their proper research before moving forward with any surgeon. You’ll want to find a board-certified plastic surgeon to perform your procedure on you. While most obstetricians and gynecologists (OB/GYNs) technically can perform the procedures, they tend not to be as trained or experienced in addressing the other aspects of the procedure aside from just removing excess skin from the labia. A board-certified plastic surgeon is also highly trained to ensure minimal scarring and desensitization and that the final color, contour, and symmetry are natural-looking.

More about -. Prior to practicing in California, he served his general surgery residency at the University of Maryland. Later, Dr. Kelishadi served his plastic surgery residency at the University of Louisville in Kentucky. Both residencies provided Dr. Kelishadi with a strong and diverse foundation that has equipped him to perform cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries. Dr. Kelishadi has a great passion for combining science and beauty as an art. Therefore, as a highly-qualified Plastic Surgeon, he is constantly continuing his education to provide his patients with the latest and most modern techniques for optimum results.

Check out Dr. Kelishadi’s website here, for before and after photos.

LA ART SHOW RETURNS WITH A FOCUS ON THE GLOBAL CLIMATE CRISIS AS THE ART FAIR’S EDUCATIONAL PLATFORM “DIVERSEARTLA” SEEKS TO IGNITE IMPORTANT DIALOGUE THROUGH ART

November 29, 2022

The LA Art Show, LA’s largest and longest-running art fair, returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center on February 15–19 to kick off the city’s 2023 art season. Guided by the leadership of LA Art Show producer and director Kassandra Voyagis, the 28th edition will see a larger global presence along with the return of the fair’s signature curated program DIVERSEartLA. As a cultural anchor for the LA Art Show, DIVERSEartLA will continue its curatorial focus on the global climate crisis through a variety of thought-provoking installations, immersive experiences and performances. Representing the looming impact we face if the planet continues to warm, DIVERSEartLA 2023 will encourage visitors to confront the complex challenges of our global climate crisis and imagine potential solutions.

The popular program, which began in 2015 and is curated by Marisa Caichiolo, connects important local and international art institutions to generate thoughtful dialogue through art while honoring the unique biodiversity of Los Angeles. Expanding on last year’s environmental focus, the 2023 edition will feature eight participating interdisciplinary projects from video installations and immersive experiences to augmented reality and community-oriented projects, which examine not just how the environment is represented in art but how humanity’s place in the world is depicted.

“We are excited to continue facilitating this pioneering program, which showcases the power of art to bring people together and ignite transformative conversations about what it means to be human,” says LA Art Show’s director, Kassandra Voyagis.

Eight museums, nonprofits and art institutions will present a solo project and featuring in 2023 are both first-timers and important returning museums like MOLAA Museum of Latin American Art and Art Museum of the Americas (AMA). DIVERSEartLA’s curator Marisa Caichiolo expresses: “Humans are changing the Earth’s natural systems in rapid and unprecedented ways. This has propelled our planet into a new geologic era: the Anthropocene. Contextualizing the issues through immersive experiences and installations seeks to deepen our understanding and inspire solutions.”

Two of DIVERSEartLA’s 2023 participating institutions that we are currently highlighting are:

·       The Washington D.C. based Art Museum of the Americas (AMA) returns with a curatorial proposal from Fabian Goncálvez who will present an immersive experience, featuring one of Mexico’s most prominent contemporary conceptual photographers, Alfredo De Stefano. Born in the arid air of northern Mexico, De Stefano has visited deserts on five different continents, resulting in stunning expansive photographs that address the natural environment’s elemental significance and our relationship to the land. Often employing ice, fire, and light, De Stefano creates enigmatic installations with both natural and man-made objects in an ethereal desert setting. With his evocative figures wrapped in blood-red cloth, long shadows under a hot sun and scorched shrubbery, De Stefano’s work conjures prophetic visions and hallucinations associated with dehydration and the unforgiving desert terrain. In doing so, De Stefano puts a contemporary spin on the “art religion” of 18th-century Romanticism and seems to argue, through fantastic visions that foretell Earth’s transformation into a desert planet, that this is the result of man-made global warming and widespread drought.

¡       The Italian Cultural Institute in Los Angeles are participating for the first time and will present a collaboration between Italian artists Pietro Ruffo and Elia Pellegrini along with creative production studio Noruwei. “Il Giardino Planetario” will be an immersive experience and video installation that is an allegory of the planet as a garden. The feeling of ecological finiteness makes the limits of the biosphere appear as the closed space of what is living while also examining through DNA, the history of other species that have crossed this planet before us. The work, which will feature a large-scale drawing by Pietro, is presented as an analysis of the landscape, which highlights the changing character of what seems “naturally” present. The alternation of different climates has designed the environment as a carpet woven with dark and rough shapes along with alternating light surfaces.  

Since 2015, the LA Art Show has been a strong and unwavering supporter of St. Jude Children’s Research HospitalŽ  and, in 2023, the LA Art Show is donating 15% of all ticket proceeds to the charity and its life saving mission. Please visit www.LAArtShow.com to learn more and purchase tickets.Â