The Magic of Macadamia

Now Available at the Beauty Store!!!

Argan oil has worked wonders for our hair - how can it get any better? Can it get any better? The folks at Macadamia combine the effectiveness of argan with the richness  of macadamia. (Yet it's still lightweight!) The combination of the two oils "allows incredible, unparalleled absorption of the world's most restorative ingredients."(macadamia)

Below are only 7 incredible products from Macadamia:
Come by the Beauty Store to discover other amazing products for smoother, healthier hair.

1) Healing Oil Treatment
-Weightless
-Intense Nourishment
-Frizz-fighting

2) Deep Repair Mask: 
-macadamia penetrates argan deeply into hair.
-repairs fragile hair
-replaces lost emollients
-adds strength and elasticity

3) Nourishing Leave In Cream
-silky softness
-shine
-UV protection

4) Sulfate Free Shampoo
-gentle on hair (esp. color)
-replenishes moisture

5) Conditioner
-nourishing to all hair types
-ideal for fine hair

-leaves hair soft yet manageable       

6) Flawless - unique cleanser and conditioner in one humidity-sealing step!
-no sud 100% surfactant-free
-cuts blowdrying in half

7) Control Spray
-no residue
-no buildup
-humidity resistant
-natural hold

New Jewelry and Accessories

New arrivals are trickling into the Beauty Store as Fall approaches and many go back to the grind. Here is what has arrived so far!!!


Colorful hair accessories:

 Geode & more jewelry:

 and sooo much more to come!!!

NEW JANE IREDALE PRODUCTS!!!

It is always great news when jane iredale launches a new color or product. Right now, we cannot wait to launch her 2 new products. Here is the information we have received:

Smooth Affair Facial Primer (wear alone or under mineral makeup for a smooth glide)
-minimizes appearance of pores and wrinkles
-smooths and soothes

-anti-aging, anti-inflammatory
-firms skin
-prevents moisture loss
-promotes cell renewal
-purifies skin
-non-comedogenic
-hypoallergenic



Glow Time Full coverage Mineral BB Cream
-spf 25 UVA PA++ that is water resistant up to 40 minutes
-minimizes appearance of pores and wrinkles
-comes in 6 carefully calibrated shades
 -smoothing antioxidants
-exfoliates, refines, and rejuvenates the skin
-vitamin E
-soothes and calms skin
-purifies skin
-non-comedogenic
-hypoallergenic

Sneak Peek

I had high hopes of playing Sidewalk Sale spy in the closet where we have gradually been collecting great things for a Spring Sidewalk Sale at Central Park; but when I had a chance to slip into the room, I could barely get through, and it was pretty dark. There are so many things we are bringing out for this sidewalk sale, but here is a peek I was able to take and sneak over your way.

Rene Furterer and Lamp Berger

Alterna Caviar

Sidewalk Sale is this weekend,

May 19 and 20

at Beauty Store Central

4001 N. Lamar # 590

YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS IT!!!

Makeup Brushes

Mother's Day Ideas.

Mother's Day is Sunday, May 13, 2012.
Looking around the Beauty Store, it is hard not to find something for Mom. The problem we have seen in the past week is having to narrow down the options our Beautiful customers find in the store.
From skin and hair care to Austin-made coasters, our staff can help you find a gift or put one together. Our Sarah Jane wipeable makeup bags, Blue Q zipper pouches and tin boxes make for cute grouping of small items. We provide customary gift bagging; and Don't Forget, we also sell Beauty Store Gift Cards for any amount!

Earth day: EDUCATE TO CELEBRATE

I did a little wikipedia search this morning on Earth Day and learned that it was originally instituted as a day to teach communities about environmental issues in hopes of leading people to take action against those causing these environmental issues. Its leader was inspired after seeing the destruction caused by the third largest oil spill in the United States: the Santa Barbara oil spill.

Though more recent Earth Day's are not so much about education and action, (perhaps many will not even think about the environment today) I decided that this blog would be dedicated to informing our Beautiful community about how the products we have at the Beauty Store are taking action for our Earth. Also, today, April 22, 2012, refuse a bag at the Beauty Store, and received 5 punches on your Beauty Store Punch Card!!!

PAUL MITCHELL
Perhaps one of the most action-oriented brands in our store is Paul Mitchell
They plant trees, refuse to test on animals, have sustainable solar-powered farms, and are constantly conceiving ideas on how to reduce, reuse, and recycle.
http://www.paulmitchell.com/en-us/OurStory/CaringForOurPlanet/Pages/Home.aspx

JOICO
Joico is commited to moving towards wind energy and reducing their use of unsustainable energy by 100% in 2012. They aim to be the first US beauty company to completely neutralize their carbon footprint by 2013 (http://joico.com/ourcompany/eco). Future bottling will be using post-consumer recycled materials.  http://joico.com/ourcompany/beautifyresponsibly

DE LORENZO
Environmentally Responsible maker of sulfate free color-depositing shampoos, De Lorenzo "strongly opposes animal testing," uses no petro-chemicals, and endorses sustainable farms. http://www.delorenzo.com.au/online/about-us/our-core-values.html


JANE IREDALE
From re-fillable compact cases, green organizations (such as Green Peace, Wildlife Conservation Society and The Nature Conservancy), to donating to local gardens, Jane Iredale is motivated by their concern for their customers and the environment. https://janeiredale.com/us/en/our-commitments.htm

PUREOLOGY
http://www.pureology.com/sustainability-new

If you love it so much, why don't you marry it?!

I love helping Beauty Store Bride-to-Be's pick out nail polish: that special color that will grace her hands as she nervously holds her bouquet down the aisle, the color that will be seen in photos as the groom vows to love her even through the not-so-colorful times. I love talking with a bride-to-be about how she feels about her upcoming wedding while searching the walls of color for the one that will capture her joy and calm her jitters.

When my sister married 4 years ago, she gave me the honor of picking out her nail polish color. Knowing she loves pink, OPI's Chapel of Love was the winning candidate. (Yes, I am a sucker for letting polish names guide me. Chapel of Love is discontinued, but Elephantistic Pink has a similar vintage quality.) This summer, my younger sister is marrying her soul mate; and I am already browsing the shelves of OPI and Essie, in search of a color that will represent her and that will be a time capsule for the many memories that will be created July 8.

Here is a list of some of our favorite wedding polishes:
Come by any of our locations; and we'll show them to you or help you pick the perfect bride's polish!  (10% off your bride-to-be polish if you show us your wedding invitation)

1. OPI - Altar Ego (My personal favorite)
2. Essie - Sequin Sash
3. OPI's Sheer Romance Collection from 2002 is a timeless palette with plenty to pick from.
4. OPI's NYC Ballet Collection (Spring 2012) has elegant, muted pinks like Barre my Soul, You Callin' Me a Lyre. They also have a sheer and sparkly confetti top coat for added glam.
5. Essie's - Mademoiselle
6. Essie's - Ballet Slippers

Valerie from Westlake store recommends: 
7. Deborah Lippman's light pinks - Sarah's Smile &  Baby Love
8. Stairway to Heaven - a white glittery polish



We are curious to know what color you wore to your wedding. Share your story below.

New York City Ballet Collection

Cute Easter Basket Gifts available at the Beauty Store

  







vintage porcelain bird whistles in 4 different colors

scented sachels

anne taintor tissue boxes

      flower pens

Spring Break (Part 3) - If you are staying at home

I was doing my best to just stay home for Spring Break. Get some Spring Cleaning done, catch up on movies and TV shows, and reflect on my goals for the year; but alas, the madness downtown has lured me in. For those of you fortunate enough to stay home the rest of this week, you can have my original plan - please, enjoy it for me.





1. Try four different Kneipp baths this week and let the essential oils first soothe, then reenergize me. I've also been wanting to try every Dresdner Essenz bath salt. A customer came in highly recommending them. She bought 12 of them!
    ( There is still time for 4 baths this week if you start today. )

2. Finish off cleaning triumphs with a new candle or fragrance. I was thinking one new Trapp votive per room completed OR treating myself to a Lampe Berger if all cleaning projects were finished!







3. Masking, Masking, Mani/pedicuring

   Pack on a couple of masks. Holy Mud has a few face masks I've been meaning to try; and Murad's Pomegranate Enzyme Mask is a Spring Break tradition of mine. (Of course, followed by sunscreen if I'm catching some sun.)
    While your face mask sets, pack something into your hair. Phytonectar Oil works wonders with continued use. It is a pre-shampoo oil; so if you want a treatment that acts like a rinse, Phytokarite is my all time favorite.
    To celebrate the magic of multi-tasking, give yourself a mani/pedicure
while you give your masks time to work their magic. With all the new Spring colors available from OPI and Essie, it doesn't get anymore magical than that!


**How are you relaxing this week?

Spring Break Essentials (Part 2) If you are leaving Austin

The ongoing joke these days is, "I'm a local, I'm leaving Austin," in regards to Spring Break week. We understand, you love the city, you had your chance to do the Rodeo, SXSW, and even St. Patty's Day all over the city; but now you'd rather avoid the chaos.

If you are still packing bags, stop by the Beauty Store for your travel needs! These are things I can't travel without:

What Beauty Store items are your staple travel items?