06.29.12
Sunny Days Ahead for DVF
• The latest addition to Diane von Furstenberg’s fragrance collection is Sunny Diane ($55), a fresh, effervescent take on the famous fashion designer’s signature fragrance. The scent is a playful mélange of mandarin, frangipani and driftwood. Sparkling top notes give way to the citrus accords of mandarin and the elegant aroma of sun-drenched frangipani blossoms accented with a faint hint of violet. The dry down of driftwood mingles with a splash of musk for a subtle, yet compelling femininity.
The fragrance debuted at Sephora on July 1 and will be on sale in Bloomingdales on Aug. 1.
More info: www.dvf.com
Sun Care for Jimmy Buffet Fans
• Parrot Heads have new option when it comes to sun protection, thanks to a new alliance between Sun and Skin Care Research, LLC and Margaritaville.
New Parrot Head Advanced Sun Care contains a proprietary moisturizing base called Aloe Hydrating Complex, which contains vitamins and other natural ingredients including olive squalane, borage, hemp, brazil nut, avocado, calendula, chamomile, comfrey and carrot. Together, these ingredients work to enhance skin’s elasticity and moisture retention, protect against oxidative stress, and have anti-aging properties as well.
The Original Margaritaville store in Key West Florida was the first store to display the new product line. It is currently rolling out the to other retail stores in the Caribbean, Florida and the South East and Margaritaville destinations across the US.
A full-scale launch is planned in January of 2013, according to Sun and Skin Care Research.
More info: www.margaritaville.com
Avene Debuts High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50
• Sensitive skin care brand Avene combined mineral makeup with a broad-spectrum sun protection in its new High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50 ($29). The facial foundation is formulated with 100% mineral sunscreen and patented pre-tocopheryl for powerful antioxidant and non-irritating sun protection in one easy-to-use compact that leaves a natural finish, according to the company. The product is also water resistant, hypoallergenic and non-comedogenic. It is available in two shades: beige and honey.
More info: www.aveneusa.com
Molton Brown Expands into Hair Care
• With a focus on targeted benefits and unique formulations, Molton Brown’s hair care collection allows customers to find a solution for every hair concern, according to the company. Blended with exotically sourced ingredients including arctic cloudberry, papyrus reed and mer-rouge seaweed, Molton Brown has scoured the globe to create this comprehensive collection.Each bottle is packaged with a premium, soft touch finish, while the vibrant color scheme represents the range of cleansing and conditioning categories. Molton Brown Shampoo & Conditioner retail for $30 each; Mer-rouge Deep Conditioning Mask retails for $42.
More info: www.moltonbrown.com
Bite Beauty Debuts Lip Tint
• Bite Beauty, sold at Sephora, aims to deliver cosmetics that make women look good and feel good. The Canadian beauty brand’s latest innovation is its Lush Lip Tint ($24), a lipstick formulation that imparts luscious color with an ultra-glossy finish, according to the company. It contains pure argan oil, vitamin E and fruit butters to hydrate, nourish and revitalize lips. A center “B” provides resveratrol, a double dose of antioxidants found in red wine.
Ranging from nude to plum, Bite Beauty’s highly pigmented, long-lasting shades were designed by industry-leading makeup artists for today’s modern woman. In addition to featuring beauty’s most sought-after antioxidant, the pro-performance formulas’ all-natural ingredient list includes organic shea butter, superfoods, and food-grade colors, making them truly good enough to eat, according to the company.
More info: www.sephora.com/bite-beauty
Cleaning Formula Vinegar from Heinz
• Heinz—you know, the ketchup expert—has entered the cleaning category with the launch of Heinz All Natural Cleaning Vinegar. This new vinegar is 20% stronger than traditional distilled white vinegar, making it an optimal formula for safe and effective cleaning throughout the home. The one-gallon jug of Heinz All Natural Cleaning Vinegar retails for $3.79, which is less than three cents per ounce when used as a cleaning solution.
More info: www.heinzvinegar.com
Slatkin & Co. Hits the Boardwalk
• Boardwalk ($9.50-$19.50) is a new “summery” range of Slatkin & Co. candles that transports you to the beach, according to the company. Inspired by the unforgettable scents of a summer stroll on the boardwalk, the collection is a trip down memory lane. From the scent of the sea mingled with sunscreen to boardwalk treats like root beer floats and saltwater taffy, the new collection captures the nostalgia of beloved trips to the beach. Scents range from Beach Cabana, a mix of sweet jasmine, orange blossom and a hint of musk; to White Sand, a blend of sparkling grapefruit, sandalwood, coconut milk and summer jasmine. The products are available at Bath & Body Works.
Dive into Color with Essie
• Wherever consumers may fall on the swimsuit spectrum, there’s an Essie color made just for their style, be that striking a pose poolside or relaxing at the beach. Essie’s summer collection colors include Bikini So Teeny, a sky blue; Cascade Cool, a frosty, shimmery carnation pink; All Tied Up, a molten bronze; Off the Shoulder, a scorching hot pink; Fear or Desire, a bright orange and Mojito Madness, a festive lime. The range hits stores this month and each bottle retails for $8.
More info: www.essie.com
A Lipgloss Inspired By a Powder
• Benefit’s Box o’ Powders is now in the form of lipcolor. The brand is banking on the cult status of the blush with a spinoff line of complimentary lipglosses ($16 each) that launch in July.
Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Gloss ($16 each) are available in six shades that match the blushes: Bella Bamba, a sheer, bright watermelon; Coralista, a sheer coral; Dallas, a dusty rose; Dandelion, a pearly pink; Hoola, a shimmering golden nude and Sugarbomb, a shimmering pinky nude, according to the company.
More info: www.benefitcosmetics.com
Sunny Diane is new for summer. |
The fragrance debuted at Sephora on July 1 and will be on sale in Bloomingdales on Aug. 1.
More info: www.dvf.com
Sun Care for Jimmy Buffet Fans
If you like cheeseburgers in paradise, you’ll love this new sun care line. |
• Parrot Heads have new option when it comes to sun protection, thanks to a new alliance between Sun and Skin Care Research, LLC and Margaritaville.
New Parrot Head Advanced Sun Care contains a proprietary moisturizing base called Aloe Hydrating Complex, which contains vitamins and other natural ingredients including olive squalane, borage, hemp, brazil nut, avocado, calendula, chamomile, comfrey and carrot. Together, these ingredients work to enhance skin’s elasticity and moisture retention, protect against oxidative stress, and have anti-aging properties as well.
The Original Margaritaville store in Key West Florida was the first store to display the new product line. It is currently rolling out the to other retail stores in the Caribbean, Florida and the South East and Margaritaville destinations across the US.
A full-scale launch is planned in January of 2013, according to Sun and Skin Care Research.
More info: www.margaritaville.com
Avene Debuts High Protection Tinted Compact SPF 50
Makeup with skin care benefits. |
More info: www.aveneusa.com
Molton Brown Expands into Hair Care
This collection features exotically sourced ingredients. |
More info: www.moltonbrown.com
Bite Beauty Debuts Lip Tint
A lipstick line boasting antioxidant infusions. |
Ranging from nude to plum, Bite Beauty’s highly pigmented, long-lasting shades were designed by industry-leading makeup artists for today’s modern woman. In addition to featuring beauty’s most sought-after antioxidant, the pro-performance formulas’ all-natural ingredient list includes organic shea butter, superfoods, and food-grade colors, making them truly good enough to eat, according to the company.
More info: www.sephora.com/bite-beauty
Cleaning Formula Vinegar from Heinz
A natural cleaning vinegar. |
More info: www.heinzvinegar.com
Slatkin & Co. Hits the Boardwalk
• Boardwalk ($9.50-$19.50) is a new “summery” range of Slatkin & Co. candles that transports you to the beach, according to the company. Inspired by the unforgettable scents of a summer stroll on the boardwalk, the collection is a trip down memory lane. From the scent of the sea mingled with sunscreen to boardwalk treats like root beer floats and saltwater taffy, the new collection captures the nostalgia of beloved trips to the beach. Scents range from Beach Cabana, a mix of sweet jasmine, orange blossom and a hint of musk; to White Sand, a blend of sparkling grapefruit, sandalwood, coconut milk and summer jasmine. The products are available at Bath & Body Works.
Dive into Color with Essie
Light and bright nail colors from Essie. |
More info: www.essie.com
A Lipgloss Inspired By a Powder
Dallas Ultra Plush Lip Gloss |
Benefit Ultra Plush Lip Gloss ($16 each) are available in six shades that match the blushes: Bella Bamba, a sheer, bright watermelon; Coralista, a sheer coral; Dallas, a dusty rose; Dandelion, a pearly pink; Hoola, a shimmering golden nude and Sugarbomb, a shimmering pinky nude, according to the company.
More info: www.benefitcosmetics.com