For Kérastase, offering women the hair they dream of is a never-ending quest. Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the famous Parisian luxury hair care brand has prepared an exciting new launch, a completely revolutionary hair-taming collection named Discipline! L’Oréal Advanced Research decided to focus on women’s dissatisfaction with their unmanageable and frizzy hair. The new products promise “obedient” hair that does exactly what we want it to do.
I have tried the new line at home and really like it. My hair was easy to blow-dry, more shiny, resistant to humidity, and the best of all frizz-free for around 72 hours thanks to the following ingredients:
– Morpho-Keratine™, a unique blend of shape enhancing ingredients to consolidate hair fiber
– Surface-morphing polymers to smooth surface roughness
The Kérastase Discipline line for home includes the 250ml Bain Fluidealiste and Bain Fluidealiste sulphate free for CHF 29.00, the 200ml Fondant Fluidealiste for CHF 41.00, the 200ml Maskeratine for CHF 51.00, and the 150ml Fluidissime for CHF 51.00. The collection is available now. There is also a in-salon treatment that is said to last up to 10 hair washes.
The celebrated prima ballerina of the Mariinsky Theatre, who embodies with total perfection, Diana Vishneva, is the face of the new line.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Kérastase
This spring, Bobbi Brown announced Kate Upton as her new face for the upcoming campaigns. Now the time has come to take a first look and explore the new Surf & Sand Summer 2014 Collection. Reminiscent of the perfect beach holiday, it features the ultimate summer beauty essentials to create an effortless, chic beach look.
Surf Eye Palette (left) – Limited Edition – CHF 110.00
Eight stunning eye shadows in pastel tones from shimmery pink to soft blue and mild aqua shades.
Sand Eye Palette (right) – Limited Edition – CHF 110.00
This palette offers a variety of natural colors from metallic bronze to glitter gold. Perfect for day and night.
Sheer Lip Color – Limited Edition – CHF 38.00
Sunlit Pink, Summer Nude, Peach Sorbet and Pink Taffy
Long-Wear Eye Pencil – Limited Edition – CHF 34.00
Black Chocolate and Bronze
Long-Wear Cream Shadow Stick – New – CHF 40.00
Champagne Gold
Beach Rollerball Fragrance – Limited Edition – CHF 26.00 (6ml)
Bobbi’s classic “Beach” fragrance is now available in a portable rollerball version. The light and refreshing fragrance evokes warm sunshine and sea air.
Brightening Blush – Limited Edition – CHF 69.00
Bronze and Pink
The collection will be in stores in July 2014.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Bobbi Brown
For summer Lancôme presents the Golden Riviera Summer Collection (in some countries it is named French Riviera Summer Collection and the products may differ) that offers everything for your upcoming vacation by the sea. Transport yourself to the the South of France with a look that creates effortless shine and a golden glow.
Star Bronzer Golden Riviera (Limited Edition) for Face & Body – CHF 72.00
Star Bronzer Golden Riviera (Limited Edition) Bronzing Brush – CHF 59.00
Cils Tint – CHF 45.00
Noir (01)
My favorite product of this collection! Cils Tint by Lancôme is the first semi-permanent lash enhancer that delivers intense black color to your lashes with up to three days of wear. The waterproof, transfer-proof, wax-free formula tints your lashes and allows them to keep their natural flexibility, while the addition of rose oil provides care for optimal lash health and radiance.
City Miracle CC Cream Complexion Beautifier Daily Defense SPF 50/PA – CHF 49.00
Beige Dragée (01) – Peau de Pêche (02) – Beige Aurore (03)
The 1st CC Cream by Lancôme perfects your skin like a foundation, beautifies it like an illuminator and hydrates it like a moisturiser. With SPF 50 to help protect the skin, it can be applied with a brush or fingers all over the face to reduce the appearance of imperfections for natural and flawless-looking results.
Gloss in Love – CHF 45.001
Glittermania (144) – Fizzie Rose (222) – Peach Show (146)
Vernis in Love – CHF 26.00
Marine Madrague (555) – Azur Pampelonne (557) – Or Citadelle (340)
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Lancôme
As you know, I am travelling like crazy at the moment and I have barely time for myself. Nevertheless, I like to look fresh and radiant. Dior has some new launches this summer that work their magic, providing you with a sun-kissed glow as if you spent your weekend at the pool.
DIORSKIN Nude Tan Prime & Bronze – CHF 59.00
Dior’s first primer especially for summer enhances your complexion with a light tan to create the illusion of a natural healthy glow. After one week of application, its progressive self-tanning effect gives you a natural-looking tan. The texture is light and fresh and subtly tinted. I couldn’t live without this product at the moment…
DIORSKIN Nude Tan Matte Powder – CHF 72.00
This extra-matt non-pearlised bronzing powder enhances your skin’s original colour without iridescence for an imperceptible glow. Its extra-matte texture blends perfectly with the skin, leaving only a subtle, velvety veil. Available in two shades, pink or gold, the powder is suitable for any complexion and levels of tan.
Available in 002 Matte Amber and 003 Matte Cinnamon
DIORSKIN Nude Shimmer Powder – CHF 79.50
This shimmer bronzing powder mimics a fresh glow. With its kabuki brush, it sculpts and contours, creating a dazzling, complexion-enhancing radiance.
Available in 4 different shades.
All products are in store now. While you are reading this, I am on my way to Paris with Dior to shoot their new mascara launch, so please stay tuned for some fun pics!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Dior
Thierry Mugler presents a new limited edition version of its most popular women’s fragrance Angel from 1992 for the summer season. Angel Eau Sucrée is a mischievous and delicious new interpretation, an invitation to indulge in pure gourmand pleasure.
Angel Eau Sucrée, developed by Dorothee Piot, retains some of its original notes as well as combining three new additions. Its pearly star-shaped bottle is sprinkled with glitter reminiscent of sugar. The packaging is inspired by vintage confectionery and it evokes memories of sweet little childhood treats.
ORIENTAL VANILLA
Top notes: Red Berries
Middle note: Meringue
Base notes: Patchouli and Vanilla
Available as 50 ml Eau de Toilette (non- refillable) starting end of May 2014.
The French delicacies house Fauchon has been fully inspired by Mugler’s newest fragrance launch and has created the “Angel Eclair“, for which the composition of the Angel Eau Sucrée has been translated into this gourmet treat that features almond praline, caramel and vanilla notes. This limited edition will be on sale at Fauchon’s Place de la Madeleine store in Paris until June 7, 2014.
The perfect union between two senses: smell and taste!
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Thierry Mugler and Fauchon
The fast fashion trend has arrived on our nails. OPI partners with The Coca-Cola Company to release nine new limited edition nail lacquers inspired by some of the most recognized drinks. Coca-Cola by OPI offers a range of colors and hues representing everything from classic red for Coca-Cola to metallic silver for Coke Light, dark red and black for Coke Zero, black cherry for Cherry Coke, cream and warm pink for Vanilla Coke, shimmering citrus green for Sprite and bright orange and deep purple for Fanta Orange and Fanta Grape.
Coca-Cola by OPI will be available in both nail lacquer and GelColor formulas mid June 2014. Nail lacquer shades each feature OPI’s exclusive ProWide™ Brush.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of OPI
Gabrielle Chanel considered lace to be “one of the prettiest imitations ever made of nature’s fantasies”(In L’illustration, 29 April 1939), because they reminded her of the incomparable designs embroidered across the sky by the leaves and branches of trees.
Inspired by this light and gracious adornment, the CHANEL Makeup Creation Studio has designed DENTELLE PRÉCIEUSE, an illuminating compact powder revealing two contrasting shades of beige, pink and bronze, to sculpt the face with a translucent finish full of light.
This limited edition beauty must is in Switzerland exclusively available at Jelmoli now.
LoL, Sandra
Photo: Courtesy of Chanel
Brazil and its famous drink, the Caipirinha, has inspired Thierry Wasser to create Guerlain‘s newest Aqua Allegoria Limon Verde that includes the refreshing notes lime alongside sugar cane liquor. This citrus aromatic fragrance can be worn by women and men.
Top note: Lime
Middle notes: Green Notes, Tropical Fruit, Fig and Sugar Cane
Base note: Tonka Bean
Since 1999, there is one new Aqua Allegoria launched each spring. 31 have been created so far of which four have remained classics and are available all year around: Pampelune, Herb Fresca, Mandarine Basilic and Nérolia Bianco.
Available for CHF 109.00 (125ml).
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Guerlain
I love blue eyeshadows and nail polishes. Therefore I couldn’t have been more excited when I spotted YSL‘s new summer makeup look 2014: “Bleus Lumière” that is inspired by the late designer’s fascination with the various hues of blues of the ocean. Capturing the alluring contrast between the fresh Mediterranean sea and the glowing warmth of summer beaches, it offers the perfect products to achieve an amazing glow. Today, I am off to the Cannes Film Festival with Chopard and needless to say, this makeup look is packed in my suitcase!
Couture Palette Bleu Lumière – New & Limited Edition – CHF 93.00
YSL’s limited edition summer eyeshadow palette draws on inspiration from the sea, with a quintet of hues that work with each other to give you a gorgeous, enviable look.
Dessin du Regard Waterproof Eye Pencil – CHF 36.00
No.12 Bleu Acqua
No.13 Bleu Indigo
Vernis a Lèvres Rebel Nudes – CHF 48.00
No.111 Coral Guilty
No.112 Rouge Frondeur
La Laque Couture – CHF 38.00
No.50 Bleu Celadon
No.51 Bleu Cyclades
Kiss & Blush Lip & Cheek Stain – CHF 54.00
I adore those new hybrids between a lip color and a blush. A double play of colour for lips and cheeks to be mixed or matched.
No.1 Fuchsia Desinvolte
No.4 Orange Fougueux
No.7 Corail Affranchi
No.10 Nude Insolent
In Switzerland available Mid May 2014.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of YSL
It’s a men’s post but looking into Chris Pine‘s amazing blue eyes, I am sure that my female readers will get inspired by this code of seduction as well. The handsome Hollywood star is the new face to embody the charisma of the timeless seducer, this magnetic charm which symbolizes Armani Code, one of the most successful Giorgio Armani fragrances for the past decade.
Armani Code Ice is a new, fresher and brighter limited edition interpretation of the original, developed by Alberto Morillas, Master Perfumer at Firmenich.
AROMATIC
Top notes: Mint, lemon and spicy ginger.
Middle notes: Geranium and lavender.
Base notes: Woodsy notes.
ARMANI CODE ICE (50ml) CHF 89.00 and (75ml) CHF 117.00.
Available in Switzerland from May 2014 exclusively at Import Parfümerie.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: Courtesy of Giorgio Armani
