The Next Nail Fad is…iPhone Cases?

May 3, 2013 | By

Yep, you read that right. Phone case manufacturer My Case Couture has teamed up with nail color super brand OPI to bring the color straight from the nail salon to the back of your iPhone. And the splattered lacquer patterns are super cute, too!

Choose from six of OPI’s all-star colors for your iPhone adornment: I’m Not Really A Waitress, Big Apple Red, You Don’t Know Jacuqes, Dating a Royal, Pink Flamenco and Need Sunglasses.

Bonus: each case includes a complimentary mini bottle of the shade it’s inspired from. Now your thumbs will look chicer than ever when furiously tapping away at your matching iPhone!

‘Need Sunglasses’ and ‘Pink Flamenco’ are two shades that could sizzle all summer long both on your nails, AND your iPhone…so we’d suggest you place your order today!

p.s. Browse even more summer nail polish trends here.

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Miss Piggy is Breaking Down Stereotypes… About Pigs

October 25, 2011 | By

Pigs may be known for their curly tails and leisurely rolling in the mud all day, but look out Gisele – there’s a pig that’s right on your tail! That’s right, the world’s sweetheart swine Miss Piggy only wears designers on her hooves, and is quite the  businesswoman.  Designers such as Jason Wu, Prabal Gurung, and Brian Atwood all custom-designed outfits for her InStyle photoshoot for their November issue.  She’s keeping busy with a makeup line and a movie all coming out in November. In the upcoming Muppets movie, set to be released November 23rd,  she plays a French Vogue editor in chief – so clearly this piglet loves fashion… and has a knack for makeup.

The saying goes…”You can put lipstick on a pig, but it’s still a pig” but what about eyeliner? Miss Piggy has teamed up with MAC Cosmetics to create her very own line, which will be available in stores and online November 14th. All the items are under 20 bucks. See the sneak peek below:

The collection features:

  • Miss Piggy for MAC Penultimate Eye Liner in Rapidblack for $17.50
  • Miss Piggy for MAC Eye Shadow which is a frosty pink color for $15
  • Miss Piggy for MAC Lash, a set of false lashes for $15

But wait – there’s more! OPI is releasing 12 limited edition nail colors inspired by your favorite puppets in early November. The collection is mostly glittery goodness including “Gettin’ Miss Piggy With It” pictured above.

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Think Pink: 10 Beauty Products to Shop for the Cure

October 6, 2011 | By

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we want to do our little part to raise awareness. Many spas offer oncology massages to help breast cancer patients, among all the other ways 96% of spas are giving back. We’re also thrilled to partner with Stillwater Spa in Newport, RI for a second year for our Pink Martini Night. (If you are in the area, you’re invited!)

Women should do everything they can to prevent the disease because the facts are staggering: Each year it is estimated that nearly 200,000 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer and more than 40,000 will lose their battle. You can show your support in various ways – such as helping Melissa’s mom raise $ for her Breast Cancer Walk – and also shopping for the cure. We’ve rounded up 10 great beauty products that are donating to the cause:

Aveda will donate $4 of purchases of their Lend A Hand Relief Hand Lotion during the month of October to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

AHAVA will make a donation to The National Breast Cancer Foundation with every purchase of their Hope Blossoms Mineral Bath Salts.

For each purchase of Clinique’s best-selling moisturizer, they’ll donate $10 to the Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

diptyque is partnering with The Pink Agenda, non-profit organization, this Breast Cancer Awareness month and donating 20% of the proceeds from their Mini Pink Rose Candle to support in the fight against breast cancer.

Elizabeth Grant International is donating 20% of the online sales during the month of October from their highly coveted Light Up Your Lips in Sweet Pink to Breast Cancer Awareness programs.

Mama Mio will donate $1 to Look Good…Feel Better for every October purchase of Boob Tube Bust and Neck Firmer made on online . A breast self-exam instructional packet is included with each purchase.

O.P.I. has created the shatter version of their Pink of Hearts nail polish and will be donating $20,000 to Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation this month.

With each purchase of this Sonia Kashuk 6-piece makeup brush set, Target is donating 15% to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Tweezerman has created a limited edition of their best-selling slant tweezers and will donate a portion of the proceeds to organizations who are in search of a cure.

Philosophy will donate a 100% of the net proceeds of their Shower For The Cure shower gel.

Photo via totalbeauty.com

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Gorgeous on a Dime: Guide to the At-Home Mani-Pedi

June 22, 2011 | By

Guest contributor: Jenna Nicole Levine

One of my favorite ways to bond with my mother is done while we treat ourselves to a deluxe mani-pedi. There is nothing more awesome than leaving a salon with my head filled with gossip and feet adorned with perfectly polished toes, especially during those summer months when everyone’s feet are constantly on display. Pretty painted nails are great for self-esteem, but a little hard on the wallet since a bi-weekly trip to the nail salon including tip can run almost $100 a month per person! Do not fret this hefty price tag my friends, because I have come up with a four step program designed to make you look beautiful as you bond with your mother, daughter, friend, neighbor, mailman, maybe even your dog while enjoying the sanctity and affordability of your home!

Step One: Setting the Right Mood

Whether you want the calming relaxation of a day spa or the funky vibe of a popping salon you can create your own experience using nature, and more importantly the power of the internet. Since it is summer why not set up your at home nail salon outdoors! Grab some chairs from inside if you don’t have patio furniture, and burn some summer scented candles. I am a sucker for Candle Bays Soy Coconut Shell Candle $5. For music I recommend creating a tailored playlist utilizing the free website GrooveShark (or try one of Spa Week Daily’s playlists!), which can set the musical tone for the day. Pick up two colorful plastic basins to fill with water as a foot soaking station (you can find these at Target or Walmart) and pair it with matching hand towels for the perfect outdoor nail salon! While at your local Target don’t forget to grab two large plastic bowls for hand soaking purposes.

Step Two:  Gather your Tools

Now that you have your nail rescue area ready to go you need the tools to get those fingertips looking flashy. Instead of purchasing all your materials separately, Earth Therapeutics has created a Deluxe Manicure + Pedicure set for only $17. This trusty little set comes complete with two nail clippers, a stainless steel cuticle trimmer, tweezers, scissors, a nail brush, a cuticle groomer, a cuticle pusher, a dual surface emery board, two toe separators, and a natural pumice brush. To top it all off this set comes with a sanitizer to help cleanse and prep you for an expert manicure.

For foot and hand soaking purposes warm water is all you really need, but to make the experience exotic you can add in a few drops of lavender oil, ½ cup of sea salt, and some flower petals.

In terms of actual nail polish color the possibilities are endless. My favorite of the season is OPI’s Shatter Collection $8.50 which can be found in store only at Ulta.  Paint over glitter, metallic, or neon nail polish for a bold, fun and youthful summer look. Also, do not forget a base coat and a top coat for optimal strength. L’Oreal makes good ones for $4.99 each.

Step Three:  Get Down to Business!

Now that you have your tools and environment ready it’s time to get down to the mani-pedi business.  I recommend starting with a 15 minute foot and hand soak.  Put some cucumber slices on your eyes, sit back, and just breathe deeply.  The lavender from the water will relax you.  When you are finished with the pumice stone, drying your hands and feet, filing, and buffing your nails you should apply a cuticle cream and let it sit for a few minutes before trimming. I recommend Burt’s Bees Lemon Butter Cuticle Cream for $6.

Take your time and apply your nail polish slowly to avoid mistakes; however if you do slip up that nail polish remover will come in handy.  Once your polish is applied it is time to move on to the final step.

Step Four:  Let the Polish Dry and Enjoy Your Company

Put on those toe separators, let the summer sun dry your nails, and enjoy this perfect opportunity to catch up with the person you are with. Nail polish can take awhile to dry so don’t be in a rush! Once your nails are touchably smooth go grab lunch or dinner and save the clean up for later.  It is summer after all, why not be a little lazy?

Photo by Chanelle



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You’re Invited: The Red Carpet Event at Solace Day Spa

June 20, 2011 | By


Calling all Jersey Girls and Real Housewives! It’s time to rock the red carpet at The Solace Day Spa in Old Bridge, NJ. Even if you’re not the fist pumping type, your star presence is requested next Monday, June 27 from 5pm-8pm at the first Red Carpet Client Event. It’s your night to look and feel like a star.

Solace invites you to experience the star treatment state-of-the-art technology, products and services that set them apart from all other day spas.Walk the step and repeat, have your picture snapped by photogs and experience what it’s like to be treated like a Hollywood’s hottest starlet. At the event, Solace will be featuring slimming body wraps, skin rejuvenation treatments and permanent hair reduction services at the event as well as introducing their new, Hydra Facial. This brand new treatment is great for all ethnicities, ages and skin types. The Hydra Facial is the only hydradermabrasion procedure that combines cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, hydration and antioxidant protection simultaneously, resulting in clearer, more beautiful skin with no discomfort or downtime. Fight fine lines, wrinkles, skin damage, dry skin and enlarged pores. Sign me up.

Check out the hottest hair and nail fashion trends with celebrity stylists. Enjoy complimentary cosmetics tips from professional mark-up artists. Get a free clinical skin evaluation and skin care demonstration. Even try a new muscular trigger point analysis.

Along with chatting up the experts, you’ll also be able to get to know all the Solace products directly from the source. Representatives from spa brands like: Youngblood (Spa Week’s 2011 cosmetic sponsor!), Tocco Magico, Kevin Murphy, Coppola Wispers, Epicuren, Advanced beauty, Idermed, Opi, LCN, Essie, and Scrubz will be there so you to learn new techniques, tips and tricks to get the hottest celeb looks!

Plus, don’t miss out on the most jerseylicious part of the evening! Dr. Michael Fiorillo‘s team (you know, the Doc that keeps the Real House Wives of New Jersey wonderfully wrinkle-free) will be at the event, demo-ing and administering top of the line injectables to guests. Good bye wrinkles, hello Hollywood!

At the end of the evening, the goal of the event is for Solace clients, new and old to come together and enjoy a night of Hollywood pampering. “It’s all about showing our appreciation for our clients,” says Director of Marketing, Ross Franklin, “We want everyone who comes to feel like a celebrity.” To show just how much they care, the first 100 guests will receive a VIP swag bag with beauty goodies valued at $250! Appreciation indeed.

To secure your ticket, click here. Tickets are $25.

The Solace Day Spa
3855 Highway 9 North
Old Bridge, NJ
(732) 970-0100

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