May 20, 2016
by Julia DiNardo
I think by now you know that I’m a sucker for commodities that are at once unusual and practical, and the
New from Cricket Centrix Heat Boss Brushes fit the bill. Featured is my favorite — the Heat Boss Vent Brush, which has a switch on it to open the vents in order to dry hair quickly, and then close them to let in less air in order to style, add body, and set the look. Pretty cool, right? The chrome-plated brush easily heats up, while the static-free nylon bristles have ball tips infused with ceramic, tourmaline, ions to be able to manage the heat. Intrigued? Pick one up at Ulta! The Vent Brush and Paddle Brush retails for $23.25, while the Thermal Brush is $24.95.
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May 17, 2016
by Rachael Comeau
[Starter Set brush kit and Expert Thermal Styler hairbrush]
Calling all newcomers to EcoTools: there are two new great introductory products that may very well have you hooked! The brand prides itself on being a leader in the world of eco-friendly beauty products, and carries a range of bath-friendly items to hair brushes and cosmetic accessories.
Your first foray into the makeup brush side of EcoTools should be the Starter Set brush Kit . The set covers all of the essential makeup categories (some brushes can double up for various kinds of makeup): Blush, Shading, Angled Eye-liner, Concealer, and the LashBand Brow Groomer. At only $12.99, it provides a great value and even comes with a travel sized cosmetic bag to protect your brushes, wherever they may roam.
The second noteworthy brush is the Expert Thermal Styler hair brush. This tool enables professional-looking blowouts a reality for anyone, and comes in two sizes (large and small) for use, depending on your hair length. The brush is designed to create long-lasting style and volume, and even reduces dry time by up to 20%, which also reduces the exposure to heat damage. The large size, for medium-to-long hair, is priced at $13.99, and the smaller size, for shorter hair, is priced at $12.99.
EcoTools products are always available online and in select retailers worldwide, such as Ulta.
May 13, 2016
by Julia DiNardo
A nod to India is such fabulous inspiration for a collection of nail polish hues, don’t you think? The essie resort 2016 collection goes in that direction of four curated colors (from left to right) delhi dance, taj-ma-haul, going guru, and nama-stay the night, which bring modern jewel tones and spiced shades to your nails. Retailing for $8.50 per bottle, you’ll find these at essie.com as well as at fine salons and beauty destinations nationwide.
I’ve been wearing my new Niemeyer blue tortoiseshell eyeglasses from the Zenni Optical Metropolitan Collection pretty much non-stop this past month, and now that the weather is becoming warmer, a nice pop of color on my lips is a beautiful, added contrast to the look. The Sephora Rouge Balm SPF 20 in Gentle Coral is not only adds a perfect pop of peachy coral, but just like the Zenni takes care of my vision, this creamy gel balm does so for my lips with a SPF 20 wax concentrate, yuzu extract, and a vitamin E derivative to nourish and protect. Plus,this new addition to the Sephora Collection of makeup comes in eight different color options with packaging that reflects the shade found inside of the tube. If you’re more in the market for new eyeglasses than a tinted balm, check out Zenni Optical‘s stylish silhouettes, that start at as low as $6.95 (yes, that’s right!) for frames AND lenses!
[The Venus Snap Razor, featured in the cosmo pink shade]
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May 10, 2016
by Julia DiNardo
There’s been so much buzz surrounding the Garnier Whole Blends line lately that if I didn’t share some info about it, I’d clearly be slacking with doing my job!
What it is: shampoos, conditioners, and hair treatments based off of a natural assortment of a few key ingredients. Each offering is targeted toward a different hair need, like smoothing, repairing, hydrating, protecting, and refreshing. The blends sound as delicious as they are effective in combinations of Green Apple & Green Tea extracts, Honey Treasures with royal jelly, honey & propolis, Coconut Oil & Cocoa Butter extracts, Argan Oil & Cranberry extracts, Avocado Oil & Shea Butter extracts. Coconut Water & Vanilla Milk extracts.
Why you should try it: the formulations are paraben-free, the bottles are made of recycled plastic and post-consumer waste, and focuses on supporting local farmers & communities by purchasing the natural ingredients from them. It’s “hair care that really cares” beyond the results that you get while using its products.
My favorite, and most appropriate for my hair type is the Color Care Shampoo with Argan Oil & Cranberry extracts, as with a hair color that tends to fade quite a bit (red), protecting it and constantly reinforcing radiance is of the essence. It’s certainly an added bonus that each item in the Whole Blends line is priced from $4.49-$6.99, and easily available at a wide selection of mass retail food and drug stores nationwide as well as online.
Full Disclosure: Fashion Pulse Daily received complimentary products for editorial consideration.
