Archive for January, 2011
The fountain of youth is toxic
Monday, January 31st, 2011
So, I kinda freaked about turning 30 when it occurred to me that not only was I 30 years old a my skin was, too.
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What works for you
Monday, January 31st, 2011
The number of beauty products on the market today seems infinite. Drugstores and grocery stores have entire walls of products.
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E-commerce stocks fight market headwinds to advance for the week
Monday, January 31st, 2011
The Internet Retailer Online Retail Index gained nearly 0.5% last week. While the broader stock market declined last week, the Internet Retailer Online Retail Index advanced modestly, as investors responded positively to financial reports from e-retailers 1800Flowers.com and Netflix.
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Upcoming fragrance launches: Issey Miyake, Serge Lutens, Guerlain
Monday, January 31st, 2011
Shortly before perfume brands' big spring launches, February fragrance releases are almost exclusively about flankers of existing scents, including Issey Miyake's L'Eau d'Issey. Women's prestige Issey Miyake has announced that a spring-y update of its iconic L'Eau d'Issey, called L'Eau d'Issey Florale, is in the works, composed of flowery scents ...
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Beauty Product Ingredients to Look For
Monday, January 31st, 2011
Whether you've got chapped lips, fine lines or a serious case of razor burn, there are plenty of products out there that claim they can treat your beauty woes.
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Faking It: 5 Tips to Look Like a Celeb
Monday, January 31st, 2011
With a slew of awards shows lately, we're always wondering how A-list celebs seem to have it all together from head to toe.
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Do anti-aging skin creams work?
Monday, January 31st, 2011
Winter is not good to our skin . The wind chaps. The dry air wicks. The combination blows us into the arms of the billion-dollar cosmeceutical industry, which awaits with pricey over-the-counter potions and serums promising to undo the season's damage.
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John F. Lucas
Monday, January 31st, 2011
John F. Lucas, 77, of Salem, died Saturday evening at the Blossom Nursing & Rehabilitation Center.
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The Beauty Beat: 1/30-2/5
Sunday, January 30th, 2011
Make little things big with Clinique, double your pleasure at the Standard Spa and discover your own ab situation at JetSet Pilates.
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Sephora stores to carry Hello Kitty cosmetics
Sunday, January 30th, 2011
In an e-mail newsletter this week, cosmetics retail chain Sephora has announced that they will be carrying a line of Hello Kitty branded cosmetics and accessories.A The line includes products such as Hello Kitty shaped accessories, makeup, and perfume.
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On the move: New brewhouse coming to North College Avenue
Sunday, January 30th, 2011
More beer is on its way to Fort Collins. Pateros Creek Brewing Co . has filed its application for a building permit to build a brewhouse and taproom at 242 N. College Ave., Fort Collins, adjacent to Small Planet E Vehicles and Run-About Cycles.
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Home supplies click with online shoppers
Sunday, January 30th, 2011
Buying books and electronics on the Internet? Definitely. Clothes? Maybe. But would you go online to buy everyday household supplies such as shampoo, diapers, aspirin, trash bags, toothpaste and paper towels? More people are, and more online businesses are catering to them.
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Kardashians to debut Sears collection
Sunday, January 30th, 2011
The Kardashian klan has just announced they are doing a line for Sears launching in August called the Kardashian Kollection.
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Kardashians to debut Sears collection
Sunday, January 30th, 2011
The Kardashian klan has just announced they are doing a line for Sears launching in August called the Kardashian Kollection.
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Shopping for Answers: Finding the right lipstick
Sunday, January 30th, 2011
DEAR SHOPPING: I'm looking for lipstick that has lilac, lavender and blue tones, but I can't seem to find the right shades for me.
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Healthy glow in winter
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Chicago is the city of the cold weather, nasty winds, snow, and the lack off sun for half of the year.A We feel unhappy and miserable, but we still want to look good even under these conditions.
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Here’s the deal: Score big on end-of-month discounts
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Right now is a great time to save big on everything retail. January tends to be a slow sales month for most retail stores partly due to the financial pinch most shoppers feel after the holidays and partly due to the cold weather forcing more people to stay indoors.
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Ulta Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2010 Results
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. , today announced financial results for the thirteen week period and fifty-two week period ended January 29, 2011, which compare to the same periods ended January 30, 2010.
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Ulta Announces First Quarter 2011 Results
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. [NASDAQ:ULTA], today announced financial results for the thirteen week period ended April 30, 2011, which compares to the same period ended May 1, 2010.
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Ulta Beauty Announces Second Quarter 2011 Results
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Ulta Beauty , today announced financial results for the thirteen week period and twenty-six week period ended July 30, 2011, which compares to the same period ended July 31, 2010.
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Ulta Beauty Announces Third Quarter 2011 Results
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
"Our outstanding third quarter results were highlighted by a 21.8% increase in total net sales, a 350 basis point increase in operating margin to 10.7% and an 88.5% increase in net income with diluted earnings per share of $0.42, exceeding the high-end of our guidance by $0.04 per share" Net sales increased 21.8% to $413.1 million from $339.2 ... (more)
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Green Is the New Red for Valentine’s Day Gifts
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Looking for the perfect gift this Valentine's Day? Surprise your environmentally-conscious significant other with a truly 'green' gift: an electronic GREEN Super Gift Card from iCARD.
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Prada’s Potential IPO: When It Pays to Be Fashionably Late
Saturday, January 29th, 2011
Lydia Dishman has covered business, style, and travel for over a decade. She is currently a regular contributor to Fast Company, Entrepreneur Magazine, and others.
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Philosophy to Launch Keep the Peace Skincare Collection
Friday, January 28th, 2011
If you're tired of doing battle with your skin , Philosophy suggests you wave the white flag.
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A study found that spritzing on this fragrance made women seem years younger than their actual age
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but according to a study by the Smell and Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, age may be in the... nose? Women wearing a grape-fruity fragrance were perceived by men as being an average of 6 years younger.
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L’Occitane Hand Cream Bouquet
Friday, January 28th, 2011
At Outblush, we're no strangers to the genius of L'Occitane . Their potions and creams seem to work miracles on our skin and scalps.
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L’Occitane Shea Butter Discovery Set
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Valentine's Day gifts don't have to always be between significant others. I like to surprise the other special lady in my life - my mom - with a little something.
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Prada to float in HK
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Italian fashion goods maker Prada will list its shares in Hong Kong, a sign of Asia's growing appetite for designer goods.
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Kiwanis Club Of Wauwatosa Public Welcome
Friday, January 28th, 2011
NEWS AND NOTES Meeting notes: Dave Eppelsheimer started happy bucks with on for L'Occitane's donation of a door price for the pancake breakfast.
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Zoe Kravitz on Vera Wang Preppy Princess Fragrance, the Secret to…
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Looks like Zo Kravitz is sitting comfortable at her throne as she continues her reign as the face of Vera Wang 's new fragrance, Vera Wang Preppy Princess .
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CBL & Associates Properties Kicks Off 2011 with a Renovation Program at 4 Properties
Friday, January 28th, 2011
CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. announced its 2011 renovation program, with projects scheduled for four CBL Malls, including Burnsville Center in Burnsville, MN; Hamilton Place Mall in Chattanooga, TN; Oak Park Mall in Kansas City , KS; and RiverGate Mall in Nashville , TN.
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(More!) Beauty Buzz. Kinerase Launches Mass Market Skincare Line
Friday, January 28th, 2011
January 28, 2011 Products in the Dr. LeWinn by Kinerase skin care brand Huzzah! Happy Good News Friday! Skin care brand Kinerase has just announced they have created a lower-priced offering called Dr.
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Mattel Brands: What A Doll
Friday, January 28th, 2011
A new career, invigorated fashion presence, and social media campaign helped America's original "it" girl celebrate her golden anniversary.
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Study: Well being of college freshman lowest in 25 years
Friday, January 28th, 2011
A UCLA study has found that mental well being of college freshman nationwide is at it's lowest level in 25 years.
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Regis Misses Consensus
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Analyst Report ) reported second quarter fiscal 2011 adjusted earnings of 25 cents per share, below the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 28 cents.
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Sephora’s Italy Push Hits Milan
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Cellular Power Infusion is designed to "boost" skin repair and protect epidermal stem cells.
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Sephora’s Italy Push Hits Milan
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Commercial for YSL Belle d'Opium Banned in the U.K. Posted Feb 2, 2011 Standards agency ruled the spot "could be seen to simulate the effect of drugs on the body." P&G Consolidates to Cut Costs Posted Feb 2, 2011 Global Beauty and Grooming will absorb oral care and feminine care and Global Household Care will absorb the personal health, pet and ...
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Claudia Poccia Named Gurwitch Products President, CEO
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Claudia Poccia has been named president and CEO of Gurwitch Products, the global luxury cosmetics and skin care enterprise best known for its Laura Mercier and RVive brands.
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A Glamorous (Easy) Eye Look for Every Day
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Whenever I'm at Sephora, I'm always amazed to see that of all the tester eyeshadows on offer, it's invariably the glitter-purples and electric blues that are worn down to the bottom of the pan.
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Prada’s sights set on Hong Kong listing
Friday, January 28th, 2011
Asia in view: the Italian designer group showcased its creations in Beijing this year, where it expects to extend its reach Prada, the Italian fashion group, is set to list on the Hong Kong stock exchange as early as May as it seeks to tap voracious Asian demand for luxury goods.
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Kym Johnson helps launch New Dancing with the Stars hair extension collection
Friday, January 28th, 2011
To celebrate the launch of the New Dancing with the Stars Hair Extension collection , Kym Johnson of Dancing with the Stars , will be making an in-store appearance at two ULTA Stores in the Los Angeles area on Saturday, February 12, 2011 .
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Everyday Health Launches Health-Focused Deal Site
Friday, January 28th, 2011
EveryDay Health , the health portal with 26 million unique visitors coming from its 25 brands, including Revolution Health, Mayo Clinic and Drugstore.com, is going local via Health Deals , a group buying site.
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Kym Johnson helps launch New Dancing with the Stars hair extension collection
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
To celebrate the launch of the New Dancing with the Stars Hair Extension collection , Kym Johnson of Dancing with the Stars , will be making an in-store appearance at two ULTA Stores in the Los Angeles area on Saturday, February 12, 2011 .
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drugstore.com, inc. Enables Social Commerce for its Facebook Fans with…
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
Today, Adgregate Markets, the leader in secure social commerce solutions, announced that drugstore.coma , a leading online retailer of health and beauty products, and its subsidiary site, Beauty.coma , have selected Adgregate's ShopFansa to enable secure social shopping on their Facebook pages.
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What next? Baby Botox?
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
Lauren Beckham Falcone covers pop culture, style and all things feature-y for Boston Herald.
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Valentine’s gift guide
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
Slip into something comfortable, like this Duang Prateep Foundation satin robe , from the Village Experience, 6055 N. College Ave.
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L’Occitane Rose Jardin Delice ~ new perfume
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
L'Occitane has launched Rose Jardin Delice, a new fragrance for women: A fragrance to herald the coming of spring A fresh, tender, juicy, fruity floral Eau de Toilette, enriched with rose essential oils and infusions of raspberry and cranberry.
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Perricone MD Expands Distribution
Thursday, January 27th, 2011
Perricone MD's beauty products are now being sold online at spalook.com. "Being able to offer our customers Perricone MD keeps us competitive in a field dominated by physician-created and endorsed skin care," said Christina Bertolino, senior buying manager at SkinStore.com, a unit of Salu Beauty that forged an alliance with spalook.com in 2009.
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