Histoires de Parfums Tuberose Trilogy
If certain notes are defined by particular eras, tuberose belongs to the Forties. Think of Rita Hayworth in Gilda, who inspired the category-defining Fracas by Robert Piguet, against which all other tuberose scents continue to be measured. Unfortunately, in contemporary perfumery the powerful headiness of tuberose too often devolves into
Allure.com Featuring BeautyStat: Store Makeup Testers – Are They Safe?
A couple of weeks ago, we heard about a new makeup line and asked for samples to try (yes, it’s a rough life). We were told they had only one sample set—and it had been touched (code word: contaminated!) by other people. So there was no way I was trying
Lancome Juicy Tubes Turns 10, Celebrates Earth Day with Natural Origin Lip Gloss
As Earth Day turns 40, Lancome’s Juicy Tubes turns 10 years old. Happy Birthday (or un-birthday, if you’ve been watching too much Alice as I have) to both our generous planet and to Lancome Juicy Tubes! We’ve been huge fans of the Juicy Tubes ever since they debuted, and we
Review: Vichy Aqualia Antiox line: Skin’s own Stem Cell Treatment
At last, a stem cell treatment that’s not wracked with controversy. The scientists at Vichy recently located the skin’s adult stem cells in the basal layer of epidermis. Translated, that means these super-powered regenerating cells still on the bottom of the top layer of our skin. Once the white coats
Skinceuticals Sheer Physical UV Defense
There are sunscreens, and there are sunscreens. Like comparing apples to oranges, Hondas to Ferraris or even condos to mansions, everyone wants the bigger, the better. In the case of SPF, the higher number does not necessarily mean better. In fact, there’s a point at which the SPF number becomes
Hills Stars Audrina Patridge and Kristin Cavallari Get John Frieda “Style on Site” Tour: Get YOURS
I’ll admit, every time I think of The Hills, that great number by Natasha Bedingfield does such a number in my head: “I’m staring at the blank page….” And celebrity stylist and John Frieda International Creative Consultant Harry Josh certainly did a number on both Audrina Patridge and Kristin Cavallari
BeautyStat Super Fan Challenge Alert – Spring Beauty Booty Giveaway
We’re so excited to offer our Facebook Fans the opportunity to win over $250 worth of beauty products from makeup, skincare, body and hair products to fragrance. The products include: Lancome La Laque Fever Lipstick Kate Somerville Somer360 Tanning Towelettes Garnier Nutritioniste Skin Renew Awakening Face Massager Rodan & Fields
Review: New Sally Hansen Launches:Pure Scent-Sation Hair Remover for the Face & Body, Insta-Smooth Pods Crème Hair Remover for Face
Sally Hansen has always been a leader in nail care, and with the introduction of two new hair removal products, they are fast cornering the market on that as well. At yesterday’s launch event, amongst manicurists outfitted in white lab coats, we were given insight into the science behind this
LA Times: Weird Ingredients in Hair Products Featuring BeautyStat.com
latimes.com BEAUTY Weird ingredients in hair products Do beer, hemp and placenta really help hair? We ask two cosmetic chemists. By Alene Dawson October 25, 2009 When it comes to beauty products, sometimes ignorance is bliss. Snake venom, bird droppings, snail serum, cow dung and whale vomit are but a
