Beauty | Fashion Pulse Daily - Part 30

Beauty

March 16, 2016

NYX Cosmetics Opens its First of Many East Coast Locations

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NYX Cosmetics (pronounced “nicks”) recently held the grand opening for its first ever East Coast location in Willowbrook, New Jersey, part of the brand’s expansion plans with 20 more openings planned in 2016. NYX hopes to become a staple in every woman’s makeup collection, which no becomes a breeze thanks to products that are both affordable and versatile, covering all the bases from face, eye, and lip products to nail and body additions to round out your beauty look.

Be sure to check out the brand’s signature Butter Lipstick, ($6) which comes in over 30 colors, and feels exactly as it sounds; like a satin texture that glides on like butter. It’s a nice change from a wide swath lipsticks some even quadruple that price, that only seem to cause dryness and lack proper hydration. Another NYX star product is the Wonder Stick, ($12) which allows any level of makeup application expertise to achieve the perfect conceal/contour/highlight combo with ease (much easier to use than powder!). Other favorites include the Makeup Setting Spray in Matte or Dewy ($8), and the Eyebrow Gel ($7).

NYX Cosmetics products can always be purchased online, and stay on the look out for a location opening up by you!

Full Disclosure: Fashion Pulse Daily was given products for editorial consideration.

March 15, 2016

Decléor USA Launches New Hydra Floral Beauty Line

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As a true botanical beauty powerhouse brand, Decléor, brings customers what they want before they even realize it’s what they desire in a skincare company. Decléor recently hosted a breakfast at the stunning Garden Terrace of the Gramercy Park Hotel to aptly reveal the two new products in its Hydra Floral Collection. A Parisian-inspired breakfast accompanied the French brand’s new launch introductions,  learning more about the Decléor portfolio and all that ties into its unique philosophy that focuses on the mantra of #skinbodymind. The brand’s new ambassador, legendary facialist Mzia Shiman, was the guest of honor and helped to reveal the wonderful new products.

Decléor’s two new products not only smell great with incredible efficacy, but also protect the skin from pollution. Described as one of the world’s biggest environmental health risks, pollution has been proven that daily exposure to various types of impurities and toxins prompts premature aging, skin damage, and clogged pores. The Anti-Pollution Hydrating Gel-Cream ($67) and Anti-Pollution Hydrating Active Lotion ($48), targets and shields the effects of pollution on the skin and offers 24 Hour Hydration. Fresh and light like a dew, these brand new additions leave skin perfectly comfortable, with a beautiful texture and radiant glow.  With its cutting edge approach to skincare and the constant innovations in plant science, Décleor is definitely a brand to look out for! The Anti-Pollution Hydrating Gel-Cream ($67) and Anti-Pollution Hydrating Active Lotion are available now at   DecleorUSA.com.

March 8, 2016

Defining the Art of a Quality Nail Treatment: Van Court Studio

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[The pedicure area at Van Court Studio]

Sometimes you don’t realize how much you’ve been settling for, until something much better comes along. Van Court Studio, which opened in the Financial District this past week, resets expectations by offering waterless manicures, providing five and even nine-free polishes, creating natural scrubs in-house, all set in an intimate, comfortable jewel box of a space with exposed brick walls and hip yet minimalist décor.  The nail technicians I came across on a recent visit to Van Court are also among the shining stars of the industry; I recognized a few faces from top tier salons in the city and other beauty events along with backstage at fashion week performing  manicures and pedicures.

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[Homemade scrubs and Himalayan sea salt greet your tired feet]

If it appears that a lot of thought has been put into this particular nail spot, you’re correct; founder Ruth Kallens and creative director Jessica Washick are both beauty industry vets that strive to execute healthy, sanitary, and fair practices in their new space, which means nail techs are compensated as they should be, and skin and nails are treated with only, natural, high-quality products and ingredients. You can certainly have nail art done (currently, there are 16 designs to choose from), but you won’t find LED lamps to cure gel polish with here. Hands remain soak-free prior to the service in order to combat bacteria which can foster when hands are soaked, as well as boosting the efficacy of polish on a hard, rather than soft, nail bed.

I was exposed instead to an array of brands not usually seen in a nail salon and some never even heard of; I settled on a gorgeous bottle of LVX nail lacquer in “jade” for my toes, a vegan polish that is “seven free,” meaning free of the seven most common toxic and harsh chemicals found in nail polish. I also loved that my experience was leisurely; I had a great conversation with my nail tech during the service, and was encouraged to hang out until my nails wear dry to my liking. The menu provides some specialized services, like strengthening treatments and extended massages, while the environment is welcoming to guys with a Gentleman’s Pedicure service and kids via a nail clean up and pedicure (This Little Piggy).  And just in case you need one more reason to visit Van Court Studio, here’s one: Ruth is a friend and I’m POSITIVE you will love it there!

Van Court Studio is located at 90 Water Street; hours vary by day, and appointments can be conveniently booked online.

March 7, 2016

GIVEAWAY (WINNER ANNOUNCED!): Win Dove Products, a Herschel Bag & Travel Essentials!

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I’m off to embark upon the adventure of a lifetime in Japan starting this weekend, so in honor of the trip and courtesy of Dove, let’s get YOU ready for your next getaway with this amazing set of goodies! Of course, it’s comprised of only the coolest essentials that you’ll love to have by your side (and in your bag) the next time you travel. I think you know how I feel about Dove overall, and especially those Dry Spray Antiperspirants; I’ve you’ve been meaning to try them…now’s your chance!

You’ll receive:

  • TWO Bottles of Dove Dry Spray Antiperspirant (instantly dries,  48 hour odor & wetness protection &  includes the ¼ moisturizing formula)
  • Herschel Duffle Bag
  • Passport Case, and a
  • Portable Phone Charger

RULES OF ENTRY:

1) Follow Fashion Pulse Daily  on Instagram!

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2) Write in the comments below which one you did (if Instagram, provide your account name) AND where you’d love to take your next trip.

That’s it — good luck!

** Giveaway ends on Thursday, March 10th, 2016 at 11:59am, EST; U.S. residents only & must be 18 or older to enter. One entry per person, per day. The winner will be selected via Random.org, and will have 24 hours to respond.

Wow, what an exceptional turn out on for this giveaway!! Thanks to everyone who entered, and I loved hearing about where you’d like to go on your next trip. Congratulations to the winner, Stephanie O., from Murfreesboro, TN! Thanks again for entering,  and I MUST do another giveaway soon!

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