There are body scrubs and then there are luxurious body scrubs. High off the success of his first fragrance, Balenciaga Paris, Nicolas Ghesquière has launched a bevy of ancillary products designed to complement and sooth the body and soul. My favorite ? The sumptuous black body scrub. Yes, it does its job–the mineral aspect of … Continue reading “Balenciaga Black Body Scrub”
The set-up at the Bath & Body Works showroom (left) and my favorite candle from BBW (right) I went to an event last week at the Bath & Body Works (BBW) showroom and wow did the space leave an impression (I had a choice of 8 soaps in the restroom!). The team had a table … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Bath & Body Works Holiday”
It’s a bit ironic that I’m so loving a brand called Bath Nation, because I pretty much never take baths. About 15 years ago I was in a bathtub when I spotted a waterbug on the wall in front of me and I was so traumatized by the experience that I became completely bathtub-averse! Not … Continue reading “Bath Nation The Cabernet Collection”
When it comes to creating an at-home spa experience in your bathtub, it’s hard to beat elizabethW (one of the best birthday gifts I ever gave my father was one of their scented flaxeed eye pillows). If you’re on a budget however Earth Therapeutics Stress Management Kit ($25) has all the bare bones essentials including … Continue reading “Frugal Snob: Earth Therapeutics Stress Management Kit”
Soft and perfect skin – on your feet! I swear there is no product like this on the market, I don’t care what kind of paraffin or other treatments they offer when you get a pedicure, the Glyco Skin works miracles. After one treatment, you will see a total transformation and with regular use, you … Continue reading “Natura Bisse Glyco Skin Exfoliating Gel”
About a year ago I met Liz Earle for the first time. She’s one of those amazing multi-tasking mavens who runs a beauty empire, while penning countless books and raising a family, all the while looking super relaxed and friendly…no clue how in the world she does it all! She has a slew of summertime … Continue reading “Liz Earle Summer Collection”