The 80-year-old leading UK beauty brand No7 is really, REALLY excited about the launch of it’s latest skincare item, and I think you should be too. Its Lift & Luminate TRIPLE ACTION Serum is it’s first clinical trial-proven serum, and utilized the latest breakthroughs in anti-wrinkle technology to work toward the ultimate skin firmness and evenness. Designated for women over 40, a specially-curated combination of catch-all ingredients address all signs of aging, utilizing familiar items such as hibiscus extract and hyaluronic acid paired with Matrixyl 3000 PLUS and Lightening Complex of Indian gooseberry, Vitamin C and gluconolatonefade pigmentation, firm, smooth, and support collagen production to achieve an overall more youthful appearance. Clinical trials have given results of improvement after just two weeks (according to 87% of participants), while after six months, 89% of participants felt that they saw a visible reduction in the appearance of wrinkles. Not too shabby, to say the least!
While I’m remiss to share ad campaign details for any product, I do have to note that No7’s is exceptional. Dubbed “READY,” the brand has tapped ballerina Alessandra Ferri, who at 52, has come out of retirement and returned to the Royal Ballet after a decades-long career of dance. Serving as inspiration, Ferri is “Ready for More,” in the latest ad campaign, a video that juxtaposes her 19 year-old self dancing alongside her (see video above). It’s a great reminder to be empowered to look and feel your best to tackle life’s hurdles and challenges with aplomb. Are you ready for more? Go for it!
The No7: Lift & Luminate TRIPLE ACTION Serum is$33.99, available at Walgreens, Target, and select Ulta stores and Walgreens.com, Target.com, and Ulta.com.
For the frenzied pace at which us New Yorkers tend to run our lives, it is easy to understand that a little pampering from time to time is 100% needed. But then again, the time! When will we squeeze in the time to relax?! A great new beauty studio called MB45 located in the hip neighborhood of TriBeCa gets that we are all on a time crunch but want to look our best, and offers an impressive combination of a blow out and manicure in just 45 minutes.
Co-founded by Manuela Giannini and Fernanda Lacerda (also of Maria Bonita beauty salon in Soho), a manicure and blow out is yours for $65 (with gel polish it’s $75), while offering braids, updos, and even makeup to ensure that you leave with the ultimate complete look. You can conveniently book your appointment online, and don’t need to worry about bringing a polish shade, as MB45 is fully decked out in dozens of shades from one of my favorite lines, Morgan Taylor Lacquer. The vibe is friendly, the service professional, and the final result? Stunning! If you’re in the area, check out MB45 head to TriBeca to explore some of the other new exciting openings once your hair and nails are on point, such as the Oculus (Westfield World Trade Center), Brookfield Place, the new Four Seasons Hotel New York Downtown, and Target!
As we continue into one of the coldest winter months of the year, the need for a reliable, warm winter coat has become more pressing than ever. The parka trend has been out there for several weeks now, even making an appearance on high fashion runways like Vetements. More recently, the demand for Canada Goose products has been steadily growing as the temperature drops. However, a price tag of $500 or more is not always easy to swing, especially around this time of year. Luckily, there is an abundance of options at a variety of price points sure to get you through the winter.
Land’s End offers several parkas ranging in style and price, but be sure to check out its Insulated Casual Parka, which is perfect for everyday use. It’s available in three colors, is priced at $129, and even comes in tall, petite, and plus sizes. Similarly, Woolrich is always a reliable brand for outerwear and similarly, outdoor gear. Also great for casual wear is their Keepsake Quilted Insulated Parka, priced at $165. For a more upscale look, perfect for a cold night out, look for Calvin Klein’s Faux Fur Trim Down Puffer Coat, priced at $139, and available at Macy’s. Click through the above slideshow to see all of our top picks for the best winter coat bets.
I really try to avoid making gross generalizations, but I can’t help but let just this one slip: everyone who tries lip products from bite beauty instantly loves them, and now it gets even better with the new three-step lip care collection, available exclusively at Sephora. The brand is known for its handmade approach that incorporates natural food grade and organic ingredients that are literally safe enough to eat. Its agave lip mask has been a bestseller and an exceptional treatment option to smoothe and hydrate, and now the lineup also includes a balm and a sugar lip scrub. YThe star ingredient in the new lip care lineup agave, which combined with other yummy elements such as vanilla, extract, brown sugar, and pineapple exzymes it works to exfoliate, nourish, protect, and hydrate. Giving your lips the TLC it deserves has never been easier; if only doing upkeep on everywhere else were this simple!
The Agave Sugar Lip Scrub ($18), Agave Lip Balm ($18), and Agave Lip Mask ($26) are all available now at Sephora and Sephora.com.
