Monthly Archives from March 2006

Latest Posts from Beauty And The Salamander

Nails Archive

October 12, 2011

Dr.'s Remedy Nail Polish in Positive Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month {Beauty Notes - Nails}

Dr.'s Remedy which was founded by New York-based podiatrists, Dr. Adam Cirlincione and Dr. William Spielfogel, is a line of nail polish which wants to make the experience of lacquering up your nails as painless as possible for them. It's even been approved by the American Podiatric Medical Association. The formula is enriched in nail-care ingredients while being hypo-allergenic....

Continue reading "Dr.'s Remedy Nail Polish in Positive Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month {Beauty Notes - Nails}" »

Posted by Marie-Helene Wagner | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

July 17, 2010

Essie Creates Morticia's Nails for The Addams Family Broadway Musical {Beauty Notes - New}

Essie released a special set of nail polishes on the occasion of the production of a new The Addams Family musical show on Broadway. The set polishes, called Morticia's Nails, sound like an early headstart taken on Halloween festivities, but look more wearable than their individual names make them to be....

Continue reading "Essie Creates Morticia's Nails for The Addams Family Broadway Musical {Beauty Notes - New}" »

Posted by Marie-Helene Wagner | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

June 21, 2010

Boardroom Vs. Bedroom Makeup {Beauty Notes}

Other hot beauty tips this week from the ladies over at The Daily Makeover.

Boardroom Vs. Bedroom Makeup

by Megan McIntyre

Raychel Wade is a professional makeup artist and official La Prairie Colour Ambassador. She was voted 'Best Makeup Consultant' in New York Magazine's "Best of New York" and her practical makeup tips have been featured on the pages of Allure, InStyle, Cosmopolitan, Real Simple, Lucky, Self, Fitness, Brides and New York Magazine's annual Family and Wedding guides.

Scarlett_Johansson_makeup_work.jpg (400x600)

Photo: © Henry S. Dziekan III/Getty Images

I think it is important to look and feel your best at all times, and as a professional makeup artist, I swear by the power of a pretty lip and eye-opening lashes--for the boardroom AND the bedroom. It's just a matter of intensity, color choice and application for looking office-appropriate vs. out on the town. Remember that expression "dress for the job you want, not the job you have?" That applies to your fashion AND makeup looks.

The key to beautiful work makeup is making the most out of a few key products. Start by getting your skin even with a touch of La Prairie's Anti-Aging Concealer SPF 20--dot wherever the skin appears uneven or has an imperfection, then blend in. Follow with a tinted moisturizer like Elizabeth Arden's Sheer Lights Illuminating Tinted Moisturizer. Once your skin is even and glowing, apply a dusting of a matte bronzer (MAC and Bobbi Brown are two of my favorites) to your cheeks and temples, and then finish your cheeks with an easy cream blush like Nars in Penny Lane. All of these products are shimmer-free which is important in the office, as they keep you looking fresh--under often unflattering office lighting--without drawing unnecessary attention to yourself.

Continue reading "Boardroom Vs. Bedroom Makeup {Beauty Notes}" »

Posted by Marie-Helene Wagner | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

January 29, 2010

Jean Paul Gaultier Eyes & Nails for Spring Summer 2010 {Fashion Notes - Backtage Beauty}

Jean Paul Gaultier Spring Summer Haute Couture collection for 2010 was truly haute-couture in the sense that it made you dream. It was extravagant, it affirmed the reign of fantasy and imagination over practical mundane limitations. It refused to be no-nonsense. The fantasy Hollywood adventure-movie strain was perceptible with inspiration seemingly taken from movies like Pirates of the Caribbean, Indiana Jones and Avatar. I thought there was also inspiration culled from outfits made out of chocolate for the Salon du Chocolat. So I am starting with the details instead of looking at the ensemble, i.e. the outfits but you are benefiting from my personal fascination for the colors that were used on the models' eyelids and the nail-rings that capped the real nails.

Here is a selection of looks of eye makeup and colors from the backstage area. Makeup artist was Tom Pecheux using Mac cosmetics..

Continue reading "Jean Paul Gaultier Eyes & Nails for Spring Summer 2010 {Fashion Notes - Backtage Beauty}" »

Posted by Marie-Helene Wagner | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

May 6, 2008

Urban Outfitters is Lacquering Up with Models Own {New Nail Polish}

Urban Outfitters has that little corner in their big stores devoted to beauty. You can find some perfumes, lip balms, and nail polish. Loads of cool costume jewelry too. On May 19th 2008, the brand will introduce a new line of nail polishes called Models Own meant to offer edgy, fashionable colors in a matter of weeks, not months......

Continue reading "Urban Outfitters is Lacquering Up with Models Own {New Nail Polish}" »

Posted by Marie-Helene Wagner | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

March 13, 2008

Naturelle d'Argan: The Call of Morocco - The Green Spirit of the Hammam Part 2 {Beauty Notes} {Skin} {Hair} {Nails} {Green Products}

1. Organic Argan Oil 2. Comfort Daily Cream (6% Argan oil) 3. Regenerating Night Balm (50% Argan Oil). Photo © Naturelle d'Argan

The Lure of Argan Oil by Guest Contributor Pauline

Surfing on the Argan oil’s wave, Naturelle d’Argan is an organic and ethical skin care range, which uses the highly regenerative oil of Moroccan origin that nourishes, protects and moisturizes the skin.

The 100% organic argan oil is reported to contain over 20 nutrients for the skin, such as Omega 6 and Omega 9, vitamin E and Polyphenol, which are powerful anti-oxidants. Berber women, who have traditionally been in charge of the hand picked harvests of Argan nuts, use this anti-aging oil for their beauty rituals (body, hair and nails).

The Naturelle d’Argan range comprises 4 face and 3 body skin cares, including an original exfoliating cleansing gel made of finely ground Argan seeds and apricot kernel. The Argan oil, called “Pure Argan Elixir,” is labelled “Cosmebio”, which guarantees the use of a minimum of 95% of natural ingredients and 10% of bio ingredients. It is Paraben-free, Silicone-free and GMO-free ingredients. The oil can be used for face, body and hair-care.....

1. Argan Oil Shower Gel - Orange Blossom 2. Body Scrub with Argan kernels 3. Silky-smooth Body Crème - Orange Blossom 4. Traditional terracotta exfoliating stone. Photo © Naturelle d'Argan

Continue reading "Naturelle d'Argan: The Call of Morocco - The Green Spirit of the Hammam Part 2 {Beauty Notes} {Skin} {Hair} {Nails} {Green Products}" »

Posted by Pauline | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

January 3, 2008

KNO, JDP, & GWW by Uslu Airlines & Bernhard Willhelm: Winter Light Catchers {Beauty Notes}

Cosmetics brand Uslu Airlines has partnered with creative director Bernhard Willhelm and issued three new nail polishes in subdued metallic colors meant to dress your nails, not just in any season, but in winter.....

Continue reading "KNO, JDP, & GWW by Uslu Airlines & Bernhard Willhelm: Winter Light Catchers {Beauty Notes}" »

Posted by Marie-Helene Wagner | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

September 15, 2007

New Opi Pink of Hearts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month + Contest {Beauty Notes}

Opi is introducing a new color in October of 2007 called Pink of Hearts in support of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. It is a porcelain-like milky pink pastel and the caps are cutely decorated with pink ribbons to express the symbolism of the month. Isn't it appropriate that the color would evoke milk too? It makes us think of strawberry milk.....

Continue reading "New Opi Pink of Hearts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month + Contest {Beauty Notes}" »

Posted by Marie-Helene Wagner | Permalink | Comments (0)

Digg This Stumble Facebook Del.icio.us

Nails Archive

Monthly Archives from March 2006

The Buzz

Latest Posts from Beauty And The Salamander

October 12, 2011

Dr.'s Remedy Nail Polish in Positive Pink for Breast Cancer Awareness Month {Beauty Notes - Nails}

July 17, 2010

Essie Creates Morticia's Nails for The Addams Family Broadway Musical {Beauty Notes - New}

June 21, 2010

Boardroom Vs. Bedroom Makeup {Beauty Notes}

Boardroom Vs. Bedroom Makeup

January 29, 2010

Jean Paul Gaultier Eyes & Nails for Spring Summer 2010 {Fashion Notes - Backtage Beauty}

May 6, 2008

Urban Outfitters is Lacquering Up with Models Own {New Nail Polish}

March 13, 2008

Naturelle d'Argan: The Call of Morocco - The Green Spirit of the Hammam Part 2 {Beauty Notes} {Skin} {Hair} {Nails} {Green Products}

January 3, 2008

KNO, JDP, & GWW by Uslu Airlines & Bernhard Willhelm: Winter Light Catchers {Beauty Notes}

September 15, 2007

New Opi Pink of Hearts for Breast Cancer Awareness Month + Contest {Beauty Notes}

Categories

Latest Comments

Recent Posts