The seeds of the Nigella Sativa (black cumin) plant, which is believed to have originated in the Middle East, have long been heralded for their medicinal, culinary, aromatic, and therapeutic benefit.
Shea butter has been an essential part of my skincare routine for years — in fact, I used to walk around with the enormous tin housing the full-sized L’Occitane Shea Butter in my purse (it elicited quite a few sideways glances).
There’s a reason why you’re likely to find jojoba oil in haircare products’ ingredient lists: it works to balance oil production, hence aiding in the removal of excess sebum and product build-up at the scalp level, a problem that can ultimately damage hair follicles and lead to dry and unruly, breakage-prone strands.
“Feel it!” he urged excitedly, lowering his head so that his gaze was directed to the red carpeting at his feet.
For Spring 2011, Korean husband-and-wife design team Seokwon Andy Kim and Wonjeong Debbie Yoon, the duo behind the buzzy Andy & Debb line, showcased a Mod-flavored collection with a muted and slightly retro color palette, architectural tailoring details, as well as quirky chandelier, Rorschach ink blot, and concentric circle prints.
The folks at John Frieda and the Kao Brands Company were gracious enough to invite me to participate in their John Frieda Root Awakening Summer Video Blogging Experience, a contest during which various beauty bloggers were gifted with products from the Root Awakening line and asked to review them and share their insights through original video content.
Designer Sophie Théallet’s Spring 2011 collection channeled the independent spirit and unconventional brand of beauty that distinguished late Mexican painter Frida Kahlo, with a rich color palette ranging from ivory to blood red, soft black, burgundy, pottery-ready brown, and midnight blue.
The fabulous Romy Soleimani (pictured third below) led the MAC Cosmetics team backstage at the Milly Spring/Summer 2011 show.
The ebullient colors of the ’80s — think Cyndi Lauper, Miami Vice , and Wham!
For Spring 2011, in one of his most remarkable collections to date, Marc Jacobs toasted ’70s glamour, referencing everything from Jodie Foster’s character in Taxi Driver (think wide-brimmed hats and large floral prints) to Donna Summer’s “I Feel Love” single cover (remember the peasant-yet-haute feel of her bronzed brown, tiered ruffle skirt she wore in the photo?), Studio 54 glitz, the British Glam Rock movement (think David Bowie as Ziggy Stardust), and the luxe peasant look pioneered by Yves Saint Laurent (visualize peasant skirts, floral choker necklaces, off-the-shoulder blouses, and more).
