by theglamscientist | | Uncategorized |
Happy Monday!!!! This morning I began reading a wonderful book [Living a Beautiful Life by Alexandra Stoddard] that is ultimately a guide to living a fulfilling life. The book focuses on making small changes in your day to day life that makes necessary tasks enjoyable. The first chapter of the book discusses creating rituals for things that you do anyway ie bathing, sleeping, eating etc.
Let’s take baby steps… most of us already have a bathing ritual. We take showers or bubble baths with our favorite body wash, then slather on the best lotion for our skin right? But is the bathroom esthetically pleasing? Are our towels super big and plush? Do we have spa quality robes and slippers to put on when we get out?
My suggestion: add a little beauty to your bathing ritual. Pick a color scheme that makes you feel good when you’re in the room. Add a beautiful painting or a vase. Scented candles make a big difference in the way you feel about your environment. Try some aromatherapy candles which are designed to induce specific feelings. Basically, turn your bathroom into your at home spa. A little pampering goes a long way to improving the way you feel about yourself. Take a little time for you.
Decide on a ritual today and let the beauty begin! Have a wonderful week.
by theglamscientist | | Uncategorized |
I’m beyond excited!!!! My plans for my cosmetic company are finally coming together… I’ve been a stay at home mom for a few months now so I’ve had more time to focus and get it together. Its almost time for me to purchase a hot new pair of “I’m about my business” pumps!!! Any suggestions?
I still cannot release the name of the company or any of the particulars, but rest assured that will be coming soon. I plan to launch with a giveaway worth about $500. It will be a big deal! So make sure you check in daily.
Ok, so I’m in the process of making final decisions about product offerings, pricing and location. I should have a whole lot more to tell you all by next Saturday. In the meantime, I’ll continue to post daily. Here’s the weekly rundown:
Maintenance Monday— What better way to start your week than with a little encouragement and a few strokes to your ego. Every Monday, expect a post that will push you to give yourself a little TLC and to encourage you to indulge in your vanity (every woman has atleast a little, its ok!)
Techie Tuesday— This will be about about the latest in Cosmetic Science… you gotta know what to expect from your favorite brands right?
Um, What?! Wednesday— Spotlight on one long and hard to pronounce ingredient in your personal care products… You’ll get the good, the bad and the ugly!
Timeless Treasures Thursday— A weekly moment in history discussing the evolution of big time cosmetic companies… wouldn’t you like to know how it all started? I would!
Fresh Idea Friday— Find out about my current inspiration and what direction it may lead me… pretty interesting I’d say, but you be the judge!
Weekends are a free for all. Got an idea? Send me an email!
Enjoy!
by theglamscientist | | black and white fashion, cosmetics, high fashion, perfume bottles, perfumery |
My inspiration for my cosmetic line comes from just about everything; jewelry, fashion, furniture, nature, colors— you get the picture. Today I’m focused on a timeless fashion staple… black and white. I’ve had a thing for this color scheme for about 7 years now… I’m so fortunate that it never goes out of style! At any rate, I’m in search of some interesting perfume and/or apothecary bottles and I thought “how classy would a black and white bottle be?!” So armed with inspiration from two very fashionable dresses, I began my hunt for some haute fragrance bottles. TaDaaaaa!!!!
I think the best way to compliment such a straight forward look is to soften it with feminine makeup (no lipstick, just gloss or stain) and a light fragrance– something floral or citrus. Let’s face it, when wearing the most contrasting color scheme you’re commanding enough attention!!!
by theglamscientist | | Uncategorized |
In my quest to launch my cosmetic company, I thought it necessary to learn how the most successful companies came to be. So… every friday we will explore the big names in beauty. I chose to start with Estee Lauder because it is timeless, well noted and one of the first names that comes to mind in fine cosmetics and fragrances. The woman behind this company was such a power house! And let me be the first to tell you I’m all about the ambitious woman!
The inception of this company stemmed from a cream made by the uncle of Josephine Esther Mentzer (Estee Lauder). In 1944 Lady Lauder began pushing her product line in New York salons and small scale department stores and soon enough she landed counter space in Saks Fifth Ave. She personally traveled the country training her staff in the proper way to relate to customers and sell the products; teaching them her philosophy. Estee Lauder was the first company to offer free samples as a marketing strategy; one that I think is ingenious and truly necessary. Over the years, Mrs. Lauder’s desire to beautify women and drive to succeed led to the inclusion of perfumery and a host of other cosmetic companies under the Estee Lauder umbrella [Clinique, Prescriptives, Origins to name a few]. Estee Lauder truly left a legacy for her family, aspiring cosmetic scientists and entrepreneurs worldwide.
There are so many parallels between Lady Lauder and myself that after reading her story I am even more inspired, excited and encouraged to keep moving closer to my dreams.
Follow the link in my References list to learn more about Estee Lauder, the lady and the legend.
by theglamscientist | | chemicals, chemistry, cosmetics, hair care, skin care |
This is the very first Um, What?! Wednesday! Every Wednesday I’m going to break down one ingredient commonly found in personal care products; giving you the good, the bad and the ugly. Today its all about EDTA, my absolute favorite chemical (don’t ask me why, I’m a nerd!). Here are the facts:
EDTA and its salts– anything listed that has EDTA somewhere in the name– is found in just about all skin care treatments including lotions, creams, body wash, soap, shampoos and conditioners. Its official chemical name is (insert deep breath here) ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid. Its defining quality is the ability to bind metal ions. Popular applications in your personal care products are preservative and foaming/lather agent. As a preservative it prevents deterioration of the product, protects the fragrance, and prevents rancidity (common in products whose ingredients include water). It combines with metals such as calcium, magnesium and iron to achieve foam or lather. EDTA also keeps metals from being deposited on your hair, skin and scalp (cleanliness is of utmost importance right?).
Not only is this chemical known for getting the job done, its also been deemed safe by the FDA for food and cosmetic applications. That’s right, its safe enough to eat!!!! In reference to cosmetic and personal care applications, it is not a skin irritant or sensitizer, nor is it a carcinogen (won’t cause cancer). It results in very little skin penetration, so if found in your blood stream, its only in trace amounts.
I absolutely love this chemical!!!! See you next Wednesday!
