NBC 10! Show: While You Were Sleeping

Yesterday, I was a guest on the NBC 10! Show - where I featured my favorite beauty products that work the night shift.

Kiehl’s Rosa Arctica Youth Regenerating Cream, $60
Available at Kiehl's stores and kiehls.com
Rosa Arctica Youth Regenerating Cream is an advanced anti-aging cream scientifically proven to wake up skin cells, resulting in healthier, smoother, and more youthful skin. Results include reduced lines and wrinkles, improved firmness, and a dramatic restoration of hydration. Rosa Arctica should be used twice daily – in the morning and then again before bedtime.

Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate, $43
Midnight Recovery Concentrate is a potent 99.8% naturally-derived and paraben-free botanical elixir works all night to regenerate, repair and replenish the skin barrier while you sleep. This product boosts the repair and regeneration of skin when it is naturally programmed to best absorb active ingredients, typically between Midnight and 4 a.m. The rich blend of naturally replenishing botanical oils including Squalane, Evening Primrose, and a blend of essential oils known for their therapeutic, balancing, and antioxidant effects, works with the skin's natural nocturnal activity to deliver softer, fresher and more radiant skin by morning. To apply, put 2-3 drops of the product onto the top of clean hand, tap fingertips into oil lightly. Then press fingertips gently on the cheeks, forehead and chin to evenly distribute – pat, don’t rub.

Talika Hand Therapy Gloves, $49
Developed using post surgery healing technology, these unique gloves provide serious hydration and act like a "second skin", smoothing and protecting from the first time you use it. The gloves adapt to the shape of your hands and the gel lining contains ceramides, grape seed and avocado oils to nourish, moisturize and slow the signs of aging. Wear the gloves overnight for an intensive treatment. They can be worn 40 times and are washable between uses, as necessary.

Dr. Scholl's For Her Ultra Overnight Foot Cream, $5
Dr. Scholl's For Her Ultra Overnight Foot Cream softens the roughest, most dehydrated feet overnight as you sleep. A special blend of four moisturizers including aloe and palm oil provides deep, penetrating overnight action to soothe extra-thick skin on the feet and keep feet feeling soft and healthy. Use at night with or without socks for baby-soft feet.

Nexxus ProMend Split End Binding Overnight Treatment Crème, $19.99
Available at drugstores
Nexxus ProMend Split End Binding Overnight Treatment Crème provides intensive repair as you sleep, binding split ends back together in one use so hair looks freshly-cut between cuts. In the morning, hair looks healthy and restored. The product is formulated so it won’t leave residue on bed linens.

Bliss FatGirlSleep, $38
Get a full night's 'booty' sleep with this supercharged sister to Bliss's famed FatGirlSlim cellulite treatment. Bliss FatGirlSleep is formulated to address four causes of cellulite: fat storage, fat burning, water retention, and slackened skin. Simply massage into trouble spots for 30 seconds before bedtime. While you sleep, the product releases dimple diminishers for up to six hours. Not only does FatGirlSleep help you address cellulite overnight, but it’s also infused with a lavender scent, which has been shown to have a relaxing, aromatherapeutic effect.

New From Bliss: Body Butter Lite

The brilliant people at Bliss have just unveiled a lighter version of their cult fave Body Butter.

Bliss Body Butter Lite is a lightweight, long-lasting version of the original; it's perfect for those who like their dews a little less dense. The fast-absorbing formula leaves skin hydrated without the heaviness, making it ideal for daytime and warm weather wear.

This luxe, lightweight body lotion has botanically-derived moisturizing ingredients, skin-conditioning antioxidants and a fast-absorbing fluid formula. Available in naked (unscented) and lemon+sage.

And it gets better: get a free Hanky Panky thong when you buy any Body Butter Lite at blissworld.com! Enter code HANKY at checkout. Offer only while supplies last.

News Flash: There Are Beauty Deals To Be Had at TJ Maxx

Just in case you've been living under a rock, there are some amazing beauty deals to be had at TJ Maxx. And just in case you don't believe me, I took some pics with my CrackBerry - to show you how much money you can save simply by doing a little digging...

T3 Overnight Dryer, $48
(originally $130)

Hairdo Salon Clip-In Hair from Jessica Simpson and Ken Paves, $19.99
(originally $90-95)

Jessica Simpson Fancy Eau de Parfum, $19.99
(originally $35)


Philip B Drop Dead Straightening Baume, $5.99
(originally $24)

NARS Skin Essential Oil-Infused Therapy Soak, $19.99
(originally $75)


Korres Vanilla Cinnamon Showergel, $3.99
(originally $13)


Bliss Tried + True Blue Kit, $7.99
(originally $20)


Freeze 24-7 Ice Shield Facial Cleanser with Sunscreen SPF 15, $16.99
(originally $48)


Bliss Clog-Dissolving Cleansing Milk, $14.99
(originally $28)

Click here to find a TJ Maxx near you. Happy shopping!

Bliss Wants To Know: Can You Handle The Love?

All month long, Bliss is giving away a free full-size Love Handler ($36 value) with any product purchase in spa and on blissworld.com!

Superbowl Spa Day at Bliss

On Sunday, the Arizona Cardinals and Pittsburgh Steelers will meet in Tampa Bay for Superbowl XLIII.

If you’re a fan of either team, you could wear your team pride on your fingernails - with fun nail decals like these. Or you could take a page from this uber-fan’s playbook - and take the “tramp stamp” to a whole nuther level.


Classy.

If you’re bitter - like me - because your team won't play on Sunday (my Philadelphia Eagles choked in the NFC Championship Game*) or don’t give a kitty about football at all, Bliss has some great alternative activities planned…

*Though I'm upset that my Eagles won't represent in Sunday's game, I still have much love for: Donovan McNabb, Brian Westbrook and Brian Dawkins. I ain't mad at ya, boys!

Bye Bye Bush

Say farewell to Bush.

During our transition from one president to another, get 20% off Bliss Spa’s signature Brazilian Bikini Wax, plus any waxing and post waxing* products you buy!

Valid 1.19.09-2.1.09 at any of Bliss' Manhattan locations.

To book, visit blissworld.com or call 877-TO-BLISS and mention 'farewell to Bush' at checkout.

*Product discount is on the Ingrown Hair Eliminating Peeling Pads, Poetic Waxing Kit, and Get Out of Hair products.

90s Ladies Week: Let It Snow, Let It Snow, A Licky Boom Boom Down

I’ve got snow on the brain. Not just because it’s flipping freezing in Philly, but because it’s 90s Ladies Week and today’s review is inspired by Snow. You know, the marble-mouthed Canadian reggae rapper (an oxymoron if I ever heard one) who took the world by storm with his story of snitchin’.

The fact that Informer hit #1, stayed there for seven consecutive weeks, and holds the world record as the best selling reggae single in U.S. history says a lot about the decade.

But that was 1993. It’s 2008, ladies…so when the weather outside gets frightful and you’re looking for something delightful, don’t head to the used record store in search of 12 Inches of Snow. What an awful title, right? Instead, head to your local Sephora and pick up 8.5 ounces of Snow Wonder Body Butter by Bliss.

This limited edition lotion is hella hydrating, as we’ve come to expect from Bliss moisturizers. The crisp and refreshing fragrance is reminiscent of freshly fallen snow – and leaves behind a subtle shimmer. While you’re in the shower, submerge the tube in a sink full of warm water. It’ll smooth on like butta and feels so warm and comforting as it is absorbed into your skin.

What 90s song inspired review did Amber post today? Check out Beauty Blogging Junkie to find out. And be sure to come back tomorrow for another installment of 90s Ladies Week!

Comptoir Sud Pacifique at TJ Maxx!!!

Guess what I found at TJ Maxx? If you read the title of the post, you already know. But I'm super excited - so let's play a game. I'm going to ask you the question again...and this time, you're going to pretend you don't know the answer. M'kay?

Guess what I found at TJ Maxx today? Comptoir Sud Pacifique!!! Yay!!!

Before anyone could get wise to my serendipitous discovery, I hastily threw Aloha Tiare Exotically Rich Body Butter and Vanilla Abricot Transporting Bath and Shower Gel into my cart. As you can see from the price tag, I only paid $5.99 each!

If you live near the Jenkintown, PA location...go get you some. I left a few on the shelf for you. I also spied Frederic Fekkai shampoos and conditioners (for $14) and Tan For All Seasons Scrub + Color Self-Tanning Set (for the low, low price of $16!).

Beauty.com Collaborates With Lela Rose: Gift With Purchase!

Beauty.com has collaborated with New York fashion designer Lela Rose* to offer customers a limited edition beauty valise filled with prestige beauty products. The exclusive Lela Rose Travel Bag comes just in time for the busy vacation season and is available to customers with a purchase of $100 or more on Beauty.com.

“Beauty.com has a sophisticated customer who is both feminine and fashionable,” says Lela Rose. “She inspired me to want to design an accessory, not just a make-up case…one that looked just as cute as the handbag holding it.”

The limited-edition Lela Rose Travel Bag features Lela’s signature dot print for 2008 with vintage luggage trim and feminine detailing. The travel bag is perfect for toting beauty essentials, with useful built-in features such as brush holders and zippered plastic compartments for more delicate items.

The case, with products valued at more than $120, contains both deluxe and full-sized favorites, including:

* ARCONA Cranberry Toner
* Alterna Caviar Moisture Shampoo with Seasilk
* Urban Decay Eyeshadow Primer Potion
* L’OCCITANE Verbena Harvest Shower Gel
* L’OCCITANE Verbena Harvest Body Lotion
* Vincent Longo La Dolce Vita Lashes
* Vincent Longo The Curl Mascara
* Freeze 24/7 IceShield Facial Cleanser with Sunscreen SPF 15
* Bliss Fabulous Foaming Face Wash
* Tarte Cheek Stain in Tipsy

Get yours now while supplies last.

* Remember when I met Lela backstage at her Fall 2008 show during NY Fashion Week? You don't? Extra, extra! Click here to read all about it.

Get Gifted At Saks

Ageless Beauty 101 is in session at Saks Fifth Avenue. From now until March 8, stop in to learn about your favorite beauty brands and take home deluxe gifts with purchase. Click here to browse the catalogue.

Here is a sampling of the deals and steals available at Saks*:

BLISS Deluxe samples of Vanilla and Bergamot Body Buff, Vanilla and Bergamot Bubbling Bath and Shower Gel and Foot Patrol Exfoliating Foot Cream, with your $75 purchase.

BOBBI BROWN Pink Truffle Collection includes full-size Pink Truffle Pot Rouge and mini Sandy Beige Shimmer Lip Gloss, with your $100 purchase.

CLE DE PEAU BEAUTE Cosmetic pouch includes deluxe samples of La Crème, Revitalizing Emulsion and Eye Contour Essence, with your $300 purchase.

CLINIQUE Deluxe samples of Colour Surge Butter Shine Lipstick, Quickliner for Lips, Long Last Lipstick, Take The Day Off Makeup Remover and a white lipstick case, with your $50 purchase.

DIOR Black saddle pouch includes mini samples of L’Or de Vie Crème and Lip & Eye Palette, wit your $125 purchase.

FEKKAI Deluxe sample of Glossing Cream, with your $75 purchase.

FRESH Gift box includes deluxe samples of Rose Face Mask, Soy Face Cleanse and Umbrian Clay Face Treatment, with your $125 purchase. Gift box plus a deluxe sample of Sugar Face Polish, with your $150 purchase.

FREEZE 24/7 Mini miracle kit includes deluxe samples of Anti-Wrinkle Cream, Anti-Aging Eye Serum, IceCream Double Scoop Intensive Anti-Aging Moisturizer and IceCrystals Anti-Aging Prep and Polis, with your $150.

GUERLAIN Discovery kit includes mini samples of Maxi Lash Mascara, Kiss Kiss Lip Gloss in No 570, Super Aqua Toner, Orchidee Imperiale Cream and Insolence Eau de Toilette, with your $175 purchase.

KIEHL’S SINCE 1851 Deluxe samples of Crème de Corps Soy Milk and Honey Scrub Crème de Corps Nurturing Body Wash and Abyssine+ Cream, with your $75.

LANCOME Signature train case includes Clor Design Lipcolor, Color Design Eye Shadow Quartet, Star Bronzer Poudre Soliel, Definicils Pro, Cils Booster XL, Blow Sensuelle and Absolute Premium bx, with your $75 purchase.

MOLTON BROWN Deluxe samples of Heavenly Gingerlily Body Cream or Shower Gel, with your $65 purchase.

PHYTO Deluxe sample of Phytodefrisant, with your purchase of any two products.

TRISH MCEVOY ink Rose Collection includes full-size Pink Rose Lip Color, travel sizes of Deep Nude Lip Liner, Sexy Lip Gloss, #9 Blackberry & Vanilla Musk fragrance, Beauty Booster Cream, Beauty Booster Serum and a blue logo cosmetic bag, with your $125 purchase.

*One per customer, while supplies last. Samples may vary. In-store only.

This Sale Makes Me Blissfully Happy

Right now, Bliss is having a blowout sale. Get some of your favorite Bliss products - up to 80% off - online and at all Bliss in-spa stores.

Hurry...the sale technically ends on February 24th, but the goods are already flying off shelves.

Is The Price Right?

Test your beauty shopping savvy by matching the price to the product. Don't cheat...only click the links once you have taken the quiz.

Products:
1) Laura Mercier Eye Colour Quad
2) Best Of Korres Gift Set
3) Bliss The Youth As We Know It
4) Missoni Parfum
5) Frederic Fekkai Travel Brush
6) Zeno Pro Acne Clearing Device

Prices:
A) $25
B) $38
C) $55
D) $79
E) $185
F) $300

How did you do? Brag in the comments section. All products are available at Sephora.

Bliss Clog-Dissolving Cleansing Milk: A Retraction

Last month, I said some not-so-nice things about Bliss’ Clog-Dissolving Cleansing Milk. After my bad experience, I was going to toss out the bottle; but since it cost me $28, I found it another home.

Yesterday, my sister informed me that the cleanser has totally transformed her skin. After only three days of using it (in the AM and PM), she said the solution was aggressively unclogging her pores - without irritation or over-drying; her whiteheads were literally being pushed out of the pores in her t-zone, and she has seen a reduction in the number of breakouts.

So what’s the point of this parable? The moral is that products work differently on different people. So keep an open mind, and ask for samples - whenever possible - before you commit to a full-sized product.

The Good, The Bad, and The Bubbly

The Good - Bliss Snow Wonder Body Butter

Y’all already know that I have much love for Bliss Body Butter, a hand and body moisturizer that “instantly drenches dry skin to leave even the scaliest sort feeling seriously soft." Just in time for the holidays, Bliss has introduced Snow Wonder Body Butter – a limited edition scent. Infused with the an avalanche of antioxidant arctic berry, vitamins A and E, Snow Wonder’s crisp scent recalls the “fresh fragrance of just-fallen flakes.” This winter, soften and smooth skin with a subtle shimmer…you'll get a flurry of compliments, trust me!

The Bad - Bliss Clog-Dissolving Cleansing Milk

On their website, Bliss promises that the Clog-Dissolving Cleansing Milk “does exactly what it promises. So whether your face suffers from the typical t-zone traffic jam or is oily all over, this marvel of a milky wash will keep it 'in the clear'. A must-try.”

Don’t ya just hate empty promises? The gentle, low foaming texture of the cleanser was nice…and the citrusy scent was pleasant. But when it came to the clog-dissolving part, I saw nothing of the sort…the condition of my complexion is no better and no worse than before I began using this product. It does cleanse nicely, but for $28, I expect it to do more than merely remove my makeup.


The Bubbly – Bliss Snow Suit Gift Set

For less than $30, you can purchase the Snow Suit Gift Set – which includes travel sizes of the Bliss Snow Wonder Body Butter and the Snow Wonder Bath+Shower Gel (this foamy body wash evokes a clean, crisp, winter day - without the ‘brrrrr’ factor!). Makes the perfect gift for a friend, loved one, or yourself!

Heavenly Bliss

Don't you just love when a beauty sample is so good that it becomes a beauty staple?

As a Sephora Beauty Insider, I recently received a birthday gift for my birthday suit. Bliss Naked Body Butter Maximum Moisture Cream is a hand and body moisturizer that "instantly drenches dry skin to leave even the scaliest sort feeling seriously soft." It leaves your skin incredibly soft, not slippery - and it's unscented, so you can mix it with any fragrance you fancy.

Right now, Naked Body Butter is temporarily out of stock at Sephora.com, so if you want to see what all the hype's about, I suggest you surf on over to the Bliss website. And while you're at it, be sure to check out their blowout sale. Save up to 80% on products from Bliss, Remède, Model Co., and Laura Mercier. Hurry...sale ends September 30th.

Attention: Phillies In Philly

If you live in Philadelphia, or plan to pass through this fall, be sure to stop by the Blue Mercury store on Walnut Street. Between now and November, the chain’s Rittenhouse Square location will host several fun (free) events! Learn about beauty trends, seasonal looks, and new products - all from brand experts, and receive makeup and skincare consultations.

Here’s a sampling of the schedule:

Bobbi Brown
September 28-29, 2007
Is your makeup drawer a mess? A Bobbi Brown artist will show you how to get organized with Bobbi Brown’s new fall palette system.

Darphin
October 5-6, 2007
Is your skin feeling tight or taught? A Darphin expert will perform a mini facial and makeup consultation leaving your skin youthfully smooth and naturally radiant looking.

Laura Mercier
October 12-13, 2007
Take your lips out for a new look and a day at the spa. And while you’re at it, how about the rest of your makeup? Let a Laura Mericer artist provide a fall makeover, and rejuvenate your lips - making them fuller , plumper sexier and more kissable.

MD Skincare
October 17, 2007
Looking for some “Skin Truth”? Join us for a complimentary skin consultation and learn about MD Skincare’s Truth Serums. Also includes a 6-step mini facial.

Fresh
October 26-27, 2007
An invigorating Mangosteen hand treatment will leave your skin soft and supple. Instantly hydrate and revitalize your skin. Get swept away with a Fresh makeover featuring the newest “romance and intrigue” collection.

Bliss
November 1, 2007
Chin in need of a fall “pick me up”? Come and try Bliss’ thinny thin chin to help pick up the slack (seriously!). Improve the appearance of necklines, lumpiness and hyper-pigmentation. An oxygen mini-facial will refresh and create a younger looking face.

NARS
November 3, 2007
Need a new, dramatic fall look? NARS seduces with magnetic intrigue and bold mystique.

Call 215.569.3100 to book an appointment.