Dreamy massage at the EL LEON SPA. 

Discover the CIEL SPA at the tre glam SLS HOTEL.

LIZ DEVIN for Brazilian blow-out…fab hairstylist to the celeb contingent.

Uber stylist, hair-master extraordinaire,RIC PIPINO debuts his new line of products, REVOLUTION IN CUT.

Finally I got a chance to try a couple of fun things from MD Skincare by Dr. Dennis Gross.

I was really eager to try the ALHPA BETA DAILY FACE PEEL. I’ve heard a ton about this two step peel regime. It’s simple as can be, two different wet swipies, like old fashioned Stridex pads. So easy – I love it!

I’m all about discovering this Alhpa Beta Skincare line!

Here’s the deal-e-o about it. First of all, they have an amazing website (click above), with the Dr. giving a podcast describing the products which I think is a great service. I’ve just started with it so I’ll have to check back in in 30 days to letcha’ know how it went. I got the 30 day supply ($78). So far, I’m really digging the way it feels and how my skin is responding. So all great so far!

“This anti-aging product not only diminishes the appearance of wrinkles, but helps complexion problems, balances oil, tones skin, and increases clarity and radiance. Plus, it proves a daily, gentle approach can give superior results vs. a harsh approach. Like exercising daily is better than a long workout once a week, it’s better to treat your skin daily.”
Dr. Dennis Gross

And being that I’m a design junkie as well, the packaging is gorgeous!!

BEST SELLER
AS SEEN IN Allure, The Morning Show with Mike & Juliet, InStyle, and Lucky

30 Applications. 2 jars (Step 1 & Step 2) containing 30 pads each.

STAR PRODUCT: In just 2 minutes a day, our patented, easy 2-step system gives you a highly developed skincare regimen plus Microexfoliation™- without recovery time. Microexfoliation™ is a gentle, non–irritating method of removing cellular debris from the surface of the skin, resulting in a smoother, firmer more even complexion. MD Skincare® Alpha Beta® Daily Face Peel yields results far superior to other methods of exfoliation. Significant, notable and lasting improvement is achieved through daily use – maintain a luminous look all day long.

Visit our Alpha Beta® Skincare website to learn more.

Benefits:
Instantly helps firm skin and eliminate dullness revealing a luminous look all day long
Gently helps treat large pores and calms redness with soothing botanicals
Patented two-step technology – two minutes for radiant skin for all skin types
Provides microexfoliation without recovery time. Also available in convenient, individual packettes for treatment on-the-go.

I also grabbed this Botanical Cleansing Bar with Tea Tree & Aloe.

I love to switch up cleansing liquids with a good old fashioned bar. I don’t something about it just feels so – substantial! I’m loving everything about this one. The smell, the weight, the way it feels and of course all it’s magic powers!

Botanical Cleansing Bar with Tea Tree and Aloe produces a rich, foaming lather formulated to cleanse both the face and body. This purifying bath bar infuses skin with Organic Aloe, natural essential oils, antioxidants and botanicals to detoxify from pollutants, fight aging and provide a protective barrier to the skin. Tea Tree refreshes, heals and soothes.

Benefits:
Luxurious lather leaves skin healthy, clean and refreshed
Botanical formula offers firming and purifying benefits; Tea Tree soothes
Creates a protective, healing moisture barrier that counteracts environmental aggressors

It’s only $24 and will last forever!

“Many of my patients, including myself, love a cleansing bar. This product gently and effectively cleanses the face and body, containing soothing, Organic Aloe and botanicals to naturally improve skin health. I’ve included chelators to detoxify and Tea Tree for its natural ability to refresh, heal and soothe.”
Dr. Dennis Gross

We all know you can't look for a baby skincare product without settling on something from the wonderous MUSTELA line and desiring it badly.  It really is top of the line for baby skincare. Now I have the opportunity to explore their maternity line (click on 'maternity' on their website and they have a TON of irresistible products…wow!) and I'm super excited to bring their amazing formulations to my skin and not just my bebe's! I'm getting waaayy into STRETCH MARK DOUBLE ACTION.  It's pretty divine. It's skin cell renewal system is delivered/stimulated by Silicium, trace elements and Japonica. It also featured Alpha hydroxy-acid, and palm and coco oils. I've only had it for a bit but it's addictive. I mean, is it so wrong to use it…well…several times a day? Doubt it!  I'm also digging the ULTIMATE HYDRATION body lotion. This stuff is so good it's really just for anyone and everyone and whenever. In fact my hubby is gobbling it up.  Hey, get your own moisturizer, pleeze! It's got plant Ceram ides which prevent water loss, compensates for lipid deficiency with pure wheat germ oil and increasing skin resistance with the restructuring activity Elastoregulator. Uh, wow!

Here's deets on the Stretch Mark Double Action:

The Elastoregulator® (soy peptide derivative), Chlorophycea, and Lupeol combined with Alpha Hydroxy Acid moisturizers and nourishing oils preserve your skin’s elasticity and suppleness. This helps prevent new stretch marks. Restructuring, vaso-protective complex containing silicon, trace elements and sophora japonica stimulates the skin, considerably minimizing recent stretch marks.  A rich and creamy texture, ideal for a relaxing massage. Does not stain clothing.  Hypoallergenic – specially formulated to minimize the risks of allergic reactions.  Compatible with sonograms.  May be used during breast-feeding (follow usual proper hygiene rules before breast feeding).

Tested clinically under gynecological control.  Retails for about $39.  WORTH IT!!

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Now onto the super divine WELEDA. I've always been a Weleda fan. How can you not be? This is heaven on earth nectar of the gods stuff. But I never delved into their MATERNITY line until now. What better a way to start than with the PREGNANCY BODY OIL…I'm a huge oil person.  I'm a pour-a-bottle-on-I don't care if I get oil everywhere-kind of gal. I just know how my body responds to a good oiling up. It drinks it up and screams THANK YOU!!  So this oil is perfect for me right now.  (And probably long after bebe is 
born…) It's packed full of good stuff like Arnica, wheat germ, vitamins A,D and E and you can practically see it seeping into the skin and geting to work.  It retails for $22 for 3.4 oz.  And if you use it the way your supposed to (you don't need to pour the whole bottle on) that should go a long way…Smells soooooo good, you'll lose your mind!!

This stuff is amazing!! I'm loving.  Especially the smell. It's majorly reknowned for it's scar and stretch mark preventing properties so I couldn't wait to dive in…Now, I'm slathering it on like it's Bain De Soliel and it's the 70's… in fact, I'm already out of my bottle!  PREGGO BODY NECTAR! 

BIO OIL

Vitamin A 
Vitamin A has come under the spotlight as being potentially hazardous to the health of the foetus if ingested orally in very large quantities by the mother. Because it is extremely difficult for high concentrations of vitamin A to penetrate the body via the skin, topically applied vitamin A (and its derivatives) is of less concern. The level of vitamin A (Retinyl Palmitate on the label) in Bio-Oil is far lower than that which could ever be harmful if applied topically.

Rosemary
In recent years there has been a great deal of publicity surrounding the safety of the excessive use of Rosemary oil during pregnancy. However, the Rosemary oil contained in Bio-Oil (Rosemarinus Officinalis on the label) is of little concern as it is extremely difficult for high concentrations of Rosemary to penetrate the body when topically applied. Therefore, the level of Rosemary in Bio-Oil is far lower than that which could ever be harmful.

Lavender, Calendula and Chamomile
Lavender, Calendula and Chamomile are also all considered safe for use throughout pregnancy.

Episiotomy scars 
An Episiotomy is a minor procedure used to ease a normal vaginal delivery; it involves a surgical incision in the perineum to enlarge the vaginal opening. Although Bio-Oil is extremely safe for use on the surface of the skin, we do not recommend that it be applied to any mucosal membranes. Bio-Oil contains a low level of fragrance and is therefore not considered 100% sterile. For this reason, we do not recommend that Bio-Oil be applied to episiotomy scars.

Perineal Massage
Perineal massage is the gentle stretching and massaging of the perineum (the skin between the anus and vagina) with the aim of reducing the incidence of episiotomy and perineal tears during childbirth. For the same reasons listed above, we would not recommend the use of Bio-Oil for perineal massage.

Use during breast feeding
It is completely safe to use Bio-Oil on the body while breast feeding, but it is not recommended for use on the nipples – although Bio-Oil is non-toxic, young babies are very sensitive and should not ingest even the smallest amount of Bio-Oil.

Use on babies
Although Bio-Oil was not developed for use on babies, it will not be harmful when using the product on the unbroken skin of infants over 2 years of age. However, the product must be applied with care, and should not be used near the eyes or mouth.TH

Here is a GREAT Sugar Plum Stocking Stuffer for the holidays.  REALLY, these are so fricken' hot, sexy, cool and ridiculously affordable, it's nuts!

Oh and Celeb Makeup Artist Kerry Malouf is a fan! 

Nyx’s Luscious Lip Palette, ONLY  $7 !!!!  

at the fabulous NYC COSMETICS   (www.nyxcosmetics.com)

8 different palettes, each featuring an expert mix of 5 Shades of mix & match color- perfect for highlighting and shading to create the perfect pout. Below are Kerry Malouf’s top recommendations.