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PRODUCT OBSESSION - INTELLIGENT NUTRIENTS - CERTIFIED ORGANIC HEALTH AND BEAUTY

How excited am I about this line? 

INTELLIGENT NUTRIENTS is right up my alley!

First of all, check out the latest PRESS.  Their ANTI AGING SERUM made ALLURE MAGAZINE'S beauty editor top pick.  I can see why... 

Everything is certified organic, created by the founder of Aveda (WHO IS INTELLIGENT NUTRIENTS?) and the products all that ultra-pure-essential-oil-of the earth chemical free smell. I especially love going to sleep with this exact kind of product on my face.  

And you know I go nuts over a great packaging.  And the bottles are - hark! - real glass!

CERTIFIED ORGANIC ANTI-AGING MIST

Antioxidant spray prepares skin feeds, protects and restores with Intellimune® Seed Meal Complex. Made with nutritious food ingredients. Free of silicone, parabens, petrochemicals and synthetic fragrances.

Intelligent Ingredients: Aqueous Extracts of Certified Organic Intellimune® Seed Meal Complex (Black Cumin, Pumpkin, Red Raspberry, Red Grape, Cranberry), Certified Organic Alcohol Denatured with Certified Organic Bergamot Essential Oil, Intellimune® Seed Oil Complex (Black Cumin, Pumpkin, Red Raspberry, Red Grape, Cranberry), Certified Organic Orange Oil, Certified Organic Everlasting Oil, Certified Organic Carrot Oil, Certified Organic Ylang Ylang Oil, Certified Organic Bergamot Oil, Certified Organic Geranium Oil, Certified Organic Matricaria Oil, Vitamin E.

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CERTIFIED ORGANIC ANTI-AGING SERUM

Antioxidant restorative blend feeds all skin types with anti-aging Intellimune® Seed Oil Complex Multi-functional, works synergistically with Anti-Aging Mist to prevent and correct signs of aging, feeds, protects and restores with Intellimune® Seed Oil Complex. Instantly improves skin appearance and luminosity. Made with nutritious food ingredients. Free of silicone, parabens, petrochemicals and synthetic fragrances. 

Intelligent Ingredients: Certified Organic Safflower Seed Oil, Certified Organic Argan Oil, Certified Organic Intellimune® Seed Oil Complex (Black Cumin, Pumpkin, Red Raspberry, Red Grape, Cranberry), Certified Organic Acai Oil, Certified Organic Orange Flower Oil, Certified Organic Everlasting Oil, Certified Organic Carrot Seed Oil, Certified Organic Ylang Ylang Oil, Certified Organic Rose Extract, Certified Organic Geranium Oil, Certified Organic Matricaria Oil, Certified Organic Chamomile Oil, Certified Organic Cistus Oil, Certified Organic Beeswax Honeycomb Extract, Vitamin E.

  

They are soon launching an ANTI-AGING TOTAL BODY ELIXIR. It's phenomenal and compliments each of the 7 Mulitfunctional Aromas. It's retailing for $30. Should be avail on their website soon! 

BASQ SKIN CARE- HEAVENLY 'STRETCH MARKS STAY AWAY FROM ME' CREAMS/OILS

We all know I'm on a mission. I will not get stretch marks while pregnant. I will not get stretch marks while pregnant. And so on and so on... Next up on my mission the conquer this lurking fear:

BASQ 

Every pregnancy magazine I've opened has their ads glaring out at me. They mean bizzness...So I went for it and got every single on of their magic potions...

RESILIENT BODY OIL : diivinnee....My only issue with oil is that I cannot get enough.  It's really hard for me to ration myself.  Espesh when they feel this good.  So, I'm saving this one for nighttime only! 

Rosehip Oil, Grapeseed oil, Hazelnut Oil, Sweet Almond Oil, Sunflower Oil, Sesame Oil

Hazelnut, Sunflower and Sweet Almond Oil provide intense skin cell nourishment with Essential Fatty Acids and naturally occurring Vitamins that protect skin from damage. Sweet Almond oil also has natural antimicrobial properties which help prevent local bacterial infections in healing wounds, thereby minimizing the chances of scarring and ugly marks. This oil also has the natural property of tightening sagging skin.Rosehip Oil has a high content of essential fatty acids known specifically to heals scars and restore normal skin color. Grapeseed is plentiful in antioxidants and fatty acids to moisturize deeply to restructure of damaged and stressed skin tissue. Due to its nourishing and detoxifying effects, Sesame Oil reinforces the body for skin regeneration and smoothes the skin.

ILLIPE BODY BUTTER: another yummy mummy cream. Super rich. 

Ilipe Butter, Shea butter, Jojoba Butter, Borage seed Oil, Rosehip Oil, Grapeseed Oil

Shea Butter is particularly high in essential fatty acids Vitamin A, E and F and widely used for moisturizing and rejuvenating the skin to prevent premature aging and to cure damaged skin. Jojoba butter is an excellent moisturizer that supports skin regeneration. Borage Seed Oil has the highest concentration of gamma linolenic acid an Omega-6 essential fatty acid for skin nourishment and strengthening. Rosehip Oil has a high content of essential fatty acids known specifically to heals scars and restore normal skin color. Grape seed oil is abundant in fatty acid linoleic acid, that critically helps maintain the health of cell membranes, supports regeneration and restructuring of damaged, stressed skin tissue. 

 CITRUS SUGAR BODY POLISH: Haven't cracked this one open yet, but I'm a scrub-freak, so I'm sure to go ga-ga over it. 

Sugar, Shea Butter, Jojoba Buter, Hazelnut Oil, Grapeseed oil, Rosehip Oil, Wheatgerm Oil

Sugar exfoliation keeps skin in a constant state of renewal and rejuvenation, sloughing away dull layers that leaves skin dry and dull. Rosehip Oil has great skin rejuvenating properties due trans-retinoic acid, the component responsible for its remarkable cell healing and fortification capabilities. It also contains essential fatty acids Oomega-6 and Omega 3 which renew damaged skin. Grapeseed Oil contains a high amount of linoleic acid, which nourishes skin to keep it smooth and hydrated. The nutrients in Grapeseed Oil absorb deeply to fight free radicals and stop some of the enzymes that destroy skin functioning which leads to drying. Hazelnut oil is rich in essential fatty acids that deeply hydrate and repair. Wheatgerm Oil has a high content of linoleic acid, oleic palmitic and stearic fatty acids that help in healthy cell regeneration for skin repair. Shea Butter is particularly high in essential fatty acids plus Vitamins A, E and F skin nourishment and moisturizing.

 
 

PRODUCT OBSESSION - PHYTOMER BUTTOCKS-THIGH SCULPTOR

Phyotmer is one of those top of the line, natural, marine based, organic cosmetics companies where you can simply FEEL the luxury of the product ingredients the moment you lay hands on it.  So when I heard about this BUTTOCKS-THIGH SCULPTOR - DRAINAGE ENHANCING SHAPING EMULSION, I couldn't wait to dive in!

I used it for a few weeks and loved how things looked in my ripply thigh dept.  A definite smoothness!  When I found out I was pregnant I got too scared to study my thighs anymore so I'm saving the rest of the tube for post bebe when I'll really need it!  In fact, I'll probably buy a whole box of it... :)

Here's a bit more about this super-duper magic sculptor: 

BUTTOCKS-THIGHS SCULPTOR

DRAINAGE ENHANCING SHAPING EMULSION

The PHYTOMER Laboratories offer an unprecedented formula to help regain a more beautiful buttocks and combat fat storage on the thighs. Specific marine ingredients, including a unique plant extract (Suaeda maritima), help “dissolve” excess localized fat, while smoothing and toning skin. Feel confident to show off your legs!

-Directions for use: apply morning and evening to target areas. Massage in with fingers, using firm circular movements. Finish with a rolling technique over the upper thigh area..

WE LIKE

- The 1^st cosmetic product with an ingredient capable of first BREAKING UP fat droplets to ELIMINATE their appearance.

 - Suaeda maritima: action that is 4 times more powerful than caffeine on fat in the thigh area.

RESULTS

Reduced areas of concern on the thighs: 82% satisfaction

Reduced and reshaped the buttocks: 75% satisfaction

 (Consumer test carried out on 114 volunteers aged 25 to 45 with concern areas on the thighs, not caused by problems of menopause.)

(BTW...PHYTOMER FACTS)

• Products tested under dermatological supervision, and ophthalmological supervision when necessary (products for the eye contour area). In addition to these tests, carried out by an independent laboratory - the guarantee of complete transparency - we also have perception tests carried out. These help us to understand volunteers' opinions on the texture, color, and fragrance of a product before it is released on the market.
• No animal testing. Phytomer is committed to never performing any tests on animals, whether for raw materials or finished products.
• Respect for the environment when collecting raw materials. We are in constant contact with the natural environment and must protect it. Our seaweed is collected from natural seaweed forests, respecting periods of reproduction and following local regulations, and we work in close cooperation with the harvesters. We adapt our methods for each type of seaweed so as to ensure the preservation of the marine ecosystem.

PRODUCT OBSESSION - MALIE ORGANICS

YUM YUM GIMME SOME...MALIE ORGANICS

Malie Organics ingredients range from cultivated organic harvests to the rare wild-crafted plants of our rainforests. All of our ingredients are sustainable grown, ensuring constant renewal. We draw on the talent and time-honored traditions of local artisans to create our products. Malie Organicsi is dedicated to strengthening our Hawaiian way of life, so we can continue to share the gifts of paradise with you.

There a few scents I go nuts over:

Plumeria, lemongrass, ginger, coconut and vanilla (I'll never out grow them, sorry!) and Fracas perfume.

When I heard about the delicious, fresh, organic line MALIE from Hawaii, I knew I had to sample some stuff.  And sample I have.  I keep the ORGANIC PLUMERIA MIST  on my desk, next to my laptop and spray it on me, and into the air all day. I'm like a crazy spritzer. It makes me feel so CLEAN, it's like taking a shower, ten times a day.

Infuse the essence of paradise in your life with Malie's all in one Organic Aroma Mist. As a perfume these Hawaiian Hydrosol infused distillations are unique, subtle and fresh. Use on linens or in the air to transcend to the islands. Malie's Organic ingredients help save our environment one spray at a time.

The other product I'm ga-ga for is this ridiculous LEMONGRASS ORGANIC BODY POLISH. It feels like someone whipped it up in their kitchen just for me. The only problem with these scrubs is I have to ration my use of them cuz I would use it all in like...two showers if I could.  Note to self: order three bottles next time...

Here's a bit about them...Check out other divine organics from their line...

Organic Hawaiian wildcrafted lilikoi and organic lemongrass... therapeutic botanicals rescue skin from fatigue and daily stress by reducing swelling and puffiness and stimulating blood flow. Pure Lilikoi Hydrosol and Lemongrass Essential Oil work together to uplift the spirit and balance, firm and refine skin.  Lilikoi, the bright yellow sister to the purple passion fruit, creates balance and promotes well being. Delicately fragrant lilikoi hydrosols reduce stress and calm the mind and emotions.  Famous for its therapeutic power, lemongrass firms, cleanses and refines skin as it reduces toxins and fluid retention. It’s bright citrus scent is a staple of aromatherapy, used to balance and strengthen the nervous system and help the body recover from stress.

OH! As you know I only write about TOP GRADE STUFF, companies committed to making the best stuff possible, so... read this:

Malie Organics is dedicated to using certified organic ingredients or organically grown ingredients whenever possible. Our own Malie farm uses all organic and sustainable methods – without pesticides – moving us forward to qualify for certification in the near future. Organic, sustainable farming prevents pesticides from polluting our air and water supply and stops the leeching of valuable minerals from our fertile Hawaiian soil. Our organic ingredients and products are not only safer for your skin and the air you breathe, they also work in harmony with the body for more deeply therapeutic results. We encourage the understanding and direct experience of the benefits of organic ingredients firsthand through our signature Malie Hawaiian Organic Spa Rituals featuring our nurturing Organic Facial and Massage Tonics and luxurious Organic Body Polishes. Malie Organics’s emphasis on natural, organic and wild-crafted tropical ingredients allows us to create exquisite products that offer the most transformative aromatherapy spa experiences available in the world.

The Bronze That Made Mrs. Butterworth Jealous

'Aight look. We all know it. Nothing looks better on a naked body than a bad-ass tan. Ok, and maybe a Elsa Paretti vintage silver cuff. And I know this fact intimately, as the amazing, gorgeous waffle and maple syrup colored tan I had for about 48 toasty colored hours essentially washed down the drain this morning. Tears!

Because it was good. Real good. Not cheap good. But almost-free-good as I actually used one of those promotional cards that you find stuck in your car door. This was was stuck in the front door of my apartment, I think.

It was for a new swanky, uber, meta mecca of a tanning salon on Robertson called SUNSTYLE. This place is crazy. I can't imagine what the rent it. It's huge and 'futuristic'.  Blade Runner for tanners. Now I don't do this a lot...The only people that can afford it are:

CELEB ALERT: LANCE BASS AND LACEY SCWIMMER WHO I JUST SAW WALKING OUT OF HERE!!

Like ONCE a year on those god forsaken times when I have to be near naked. Like say, a bathing suit in Palm Springs. And I've always gone to UVA SUN on West 3rd street for this and done the ol Mystic Spray Tan. But last time I did it, before my best friends wedding, NOTHING HAPPENED. It sucked ass. And at $50 a pop or more (I've blocked it out) it was a total waste-o-rama.

So I was excited when, by chance the opportunity came up for me to get really naked (I'll keep those details to myself) and I got to use my free tan card at Sunstyle. I dug it out from a messy, deep drawer from where it was brilliantly stashed for a rainy day and made an appointment.

Turned out I could get the Mystic Tan only with this freebie and not to new super duper spray tan of the future whose name I don't remember and can't seem to find on the website. That one was $75 and my card was only good for $40. I sprung for the extra $35 and went for the gold. 

And gold it was. There were computerized voices telling me when to shift, when to turn, and what was happening as there were many things going on: like drying and prepping and conditioning. Bottom line, I walked outta there looking like I just got off the plane from Cabo. And it only got better. By that night I was looking like Ms. Butterworth.

For a day or two I could almost smell the ocean whose shores I had pretend sat upon on my pretend vacation at Las Ventanas. The tan made me skinny and sexy and I had to go out immediately and spend $250 at Vicky Secret to give it the lingerie it was worthy of and so deserved! 

And then it all washed away down the shower drown in an invisible creamy peanut butter wave not 72 hours later. 

As they say, it's good while it lasts. It's a cancer free tan so what do you expect. If you need to look rip roaring hot for a few hours. This is the spray tan for you. Now if only I could remember the name of the machine...?

I got it!! It's the VERSA SPA like 8 step process or something.

and...you can join for $200 and then get unlimited tans for $125/month.

There is also a girl there named JADE who I hear does amazing custom spray tanning and I cannot wait to try that next!

SUNSTYLE   

http://sunstyle.la/ 

627 N Robertson Blvd

West Hollywood, CA 90069

(310) 289-9200