OLEHENRIKSEN Introduces EMPOWER Collection
/in Beauty/by Stephanie RedheadBeauty guru Ole Herisken is introducing a new collection to the OLEHENRIKSEN range that will Empower women to take control of their skin care rituals. Empower, the brand’s newest collection is aimed at those just starting out with a daily skin care routine to help preserve their youthful radiance. Younger women now are beginning to experience the first signs of stress and aging and are interested in prevention. The collection includes a foaming milk cleanser, ($26) a featherweight moisturizer, ($36) and hydrating hand crème, ($20). The three key ingredients in each are Arctic Cloudberry, Nordic Cotton, and White Willowbark. Artic Cloudberry is rich in Vitamin C and antioxidants to fend off free radical damage and to help protect and fortify the skin. Nordic Cotton delivers weightless hydration while calming the skin thanks to Omega-6, which halts cell damage and promotes cell repair. And White Willowbark gently aids in creating a youthful glow with mild exfoliating properties. The OLEHENRIKSEN Empower collection will launch September 2015 at Sephora stores and online at Sephora.com.
H&M Unveils New Beauty Line
/in Beauty/by Stephanie RedheadH&M is creating ‘fashion for the face’ by launching a new full range beauty line scheduled to arrive in stores this fall. The collection will feature an array of makeup, haircare, and body care as well as beauty tools. The fast-fashion retailer will create dedicated beauty areas within their stores to make the shopping experience for trends effortless. The initial launch will include over 700 products, followed by new and limited-edition color collections each season. Customers will get excited with colors, whether their look is natural, classic or fashion-forward. H&M’s new beauty line will replace existing beauty products featured at H&M and will include two added collections. One, a premium beauty line and a Conscious assortment of Ecocert-approved sustainable products.
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Essie Launches Gel- Setter
/in Beauty/by Stephanie Redhead
Manis and pedis are on the move thanks to Essie, the visionaries in nail lacquer as they introduce their latest product, Gel•Setter for the girl on the go. Gel•setter encompasses everything you love about a gel-like look manicure sans the gel curing time. It features technology that provides a lush coating with deep shine and anti-chip properties. Since LED/UVB light lamps are not required this amazing top coat is the perfect traveling accessory for jet-setters. Essie’s gel•setter will retail at $10 and will be available online at essie.com beginning May 19.
Sean “Diddy” Combs Launches 3AM Fragrance
/in Beauty/by Stephanie RedheadMusic mogul and entrepreneur Sean John Combs, is entering the fragrance arena again this time with his latest scent, 3AM scheduled to hit counters in May. Since nothing good happens after 2, we are quite intrigued. The Social NY has learned that 3AM is the moment of decision where anything can happen and all is forgiven. As the fragrance notes, at 3AM, a pulse of light shines and there is a realization that your night is not quite over. The fragrance includes notes of bergamot, mandarin, cardamom, geranium, fig leaves and orange blossom. “Fragrance is truly a passion of mine and I have always said that it is the finishing touch to anyone’s outfit and mood, “ noted Combs. “For my newest scent, 3AM, I have combined the most luxurious ingredients to create a fragrance that draws everyone close to you while washing away your sins. It has both sensual and fresh notes reminiscent of a night that you never want to end. 3AM is at once breathtaking, addictive, and slightly dangerous leaving even the most elegant men and women uninhibited.” The EDT will be available in two sizes: A 1.7 oz. retailing at $55 and a 3.4 oz. for $70.