Continuing with my Earth Month Posts is something new from my favorite Luxury Organic Brand Omorovicza!

BB Creams  have been causing quite a stir lately in the beauty industry as they make their way to the U.S. from Asian countries, where they are already all the rage.

……But what exactly are BB Creams and what do they do?

I sat down with  Margaret de Heinrich de Omorovicza, founder of Budapest-based luxury skincare line Omorovicza  (o-more-o-veet-sa) which is a natural, anti-aging skincare line that harnesses the ancient health and beauty traditon of Hungary’s mineral-rich thermal waters to discuss Omorovicza’s exciting new BB SPF 20 –the brand’s unique version of the Asian beauty craze  known as BB Cream.

Q: What is BB Cream?

MO: Think of it as the “swiss army knife of the beauty industry,” its a moisturizer, sunscreen, light foundation, concealer, and anti-aging cream all-in-one

Q: What does the BB stand for?

MO: There are a few definitions but typically it stands for either Blemish Balm or (as is the case for Omorovicza)             Beauty Balm.

Q: What exactly does it do?

MO:  It is a multi-tasker.  BB Cream heals damaged skin while improving tone and texture. Omorovicza’s BB SPF 20 features encapsulated micro-injected Hyaluronic Acidto plump and resurface fine lines and wrinkles as well as the skin correcting anti-oxidant Vitamin C, which works to illuminate, brighten, and restore the elasticity and firmness of the skin; revitalizing Lupin and Micro-Algae rich in 22 amino acids and Vitamin B to boost cell regeneration; and Ruby Crystals which provide a light reflecting, optical blurring of imperfections.

Q:  Where did it come from?

MO: It was originally developed in Germany by a doctor treating post-surgery patients but took off when a famous Asian actress starting using it and all her fans wanted to use whatever was making her skin look so beautiful.

Q:  What is the proper use for it?  Should you wear a face primer or moisturizer with it?

MO: I use it over my serum and moisturiser.  It is actually a primer (among other things) so no additional one is needed.

Q:  Who should wear it?  What type of skin/age is it best for?

MO: The advantage of the BB Cream is its’ simplicity and effect…It is ideal for any woman of any age with any skin type looking to simplify her beauty routine.

Q: Does it provide color like a foundation?

MO: The BB Cream story is not about color, it is about the improvement to the tone and texture to your skin. A BB Cream should provide a bit more coverage than a tinted moisturiser but not as much as a foundation.

Q: What sets Omorovicza’s BB Cream apart from the rest?

MO:  Unlike other popular BB Creams on the market in the U.S. and overseas, Omorovicza’s is the only known BB Cream without silicone, an occlusive ingredient that coats the skin, trapping dirt and bacteria beneath it.  Like all Omorovicza products, BB SPF 20 is infused with Hungarian Healing Water and Omorovicza’s patented Mineral Cosmetology™ - elevating its soothing, healing and anti-aging properties to an unprecedented level.

My dish on BB Cream:

Although I am blessed with fairly good skin,  my skin does tend to look a bit blotchy and red.  What I have noticed with Omorovicza  BB Cream is that it  evens out the color in my skin and gives it a “photoshopped” like glow…..and I LOVE to be Photoshopped…don’t we all?

Since I have made the switch from foundation to BB Cream I have received endless comments on how great my skin looks..which makes me wonder how bad it looked before..LOL.

One thing you have to get used to is that the texture of BB Cream is a bit thicker than a foundation and you only need a small amount.  Don’t toss your concealers yet ladies:   I like to apply the BB Cream to get the overall glow effect then spot treat any areas that may need help with a concealer or a touch of foundation.

So to answer the title of this post: BB Cream: What is it and why do I need it?  BB Cream is a pretty amazing little  product that gives your skin a gorgeous glow with SPF protection, it combines the results of several products you are already using into one.  As for “Do I need it”?   I would say that for summer it is at the top of my Must-Have list.

Insider Info:   Samantha Kling,  Omorovicza Nation Aethetician will be at Neiman Marcus Las Vegas April 26-28th giving facials! Samantha is trained in the signature Hungarian facial treatment and massage which leaves your skin bright, lifted an refreshed.  This is a complementary service offered so that you can experience Omorovicza’s products up close.

For an appointment call  702.731.3636 ext. 2139 

This week One Lucky winner will recieve an amazing  BB Cream from Omorovicza!

To Enter:

First, if you haven’t already, either subscibe VIA EMAIL or “LIKE” us on Facebook.  (Links to both can be found on the right side of sidebar).

Then, leave a comment on this post between April 15th and April 21 telling me what kind of earth month personality you are:

a. Coachella Babe- a fashionable muse that loves the earth and music with a deep desire to have attended at Woodstock.

b. Green Gourmet- has a sophisticated palate for healthy and organic foods.  A veritable Foodie your favorite dish at Spago is something you order off the menu that only contains the finest organic ingredients.

c. Fitness Guru- you like to sweat it out at Bikram twice a day.  You run marathons and enjoy sipping on a protein shake while your yogi/swami advises you on your chakras . 

Good Luck and Thanks for reading!

Last weeks lucky winner is Kristen Mainor.  Congrats!

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Continuing with my Earth Month posts is something new from a brand that is two of my favorite things: British AND Eco-concious!

butterLONDON

“butter LONDON was founded by She-Brit Sasha Muir.  On moving to the US she was shocked at the number of toxic ingredients in cosmetic products.  She saw the need for a new brand of  hand and nail-care products that combined high fashion and health, and set about building what is today, a premier British fashion brand.”

“London’s leading manicurist & nail trend spotter, Nonie Creme, joined butter LONDON and Sasha to help complete a complete range of hand and nail-care products without chemical nasties.”  All butter LONDON nail lacquers are 3 Free.

What is 3 Free? 3 Free means that  all the bad chemicals commonly used in nail lacquer that are toxic/carcinogenic- formaldehyde, toluene, and DBP have been removed.  butter LONDON lacquers are also Vegan and cruelty free.

Each season butter LONDON is backstage at Fashion Week collaborating with top designers and developing custom nail lacquer on the spot!  While backstage at Fashion week this  year butterLONDON discovered that one of the biggest trends for Spring Summer 2012 was a matchy, matchy manicure, pedicure and lips.

Enter butterLONDON’s LIPPY.  British slang for someone who makes impertinent or cheeky remarks- LIPPY is a range of long wearing lacquer-like lip glosses in shades to match butterLONDON’s  famous nail lacquers.

LIPPY products do not contain parabens, petroleum, phthalates, sulphates or bismuth and like their lacquer cousins are Vegan and cruelty free.

LIPPY launches this month in shades to match 5 of butterLONDON’s hautest lacquer colors  all named with butterLONDON’s signature use of cheeky British slang: 

Primrose Hill Picnic- a happy, punchy, tropical, fushia pink.

Definition: Primrose Hill is a famous park in North west London frequented by Rock stars, yummy mummies, actors and paparazzi.

Snog- a bright, happy, hot pink.

Definition: To Snog is to kiss passionately or “make out”.

Teddy Girl- a pale retro, bubblegum pink.

Definition: “Teddy Girls and Boys” were a youth culture movement in Britain typified by teens, fighting, drinking, shagging and then fighting some more.

Trout Pout- an opaque shade of cantaloupe.

Definition: Cruel slang for a woman who has “over done” the collagen in her lips, leaving her with a rather fishy face.

Yummy Mummy- A medium beige color that is stunning on every skin color.

Definition: Brit slang for impossibly slim, beautiful “stay at home moms” the Brit equivlent to U.S. MILFs

butterLONDON wants you to get Lippy this Season!

One lucky winner will receive a Lippy Gloss and Matching Nail Lacquer!

To Enter:

First, if you haven’t already, either “LIKE” us on Facebook or subscribe VIA EMAIL (links to both can be found on the top right side of sidebar).

Then, leave a comment on this post between April 8 and April 14th telling me your favorite LIPPY remark (what you say when you are feeling exceptionally cheeky).

 Good Luck and Thanks for Reading.

For additional entries use the button below to “SHARE” on Facebook and Twitter.

Last weeks lucky winners are: Saks Gift Basket: Alex K and Stila Solar Mirror: Courtney Juarez.  Congrats!

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Mirror Mirror on the wall who’s the most eco-savvy fashionista of all?  I am!  I am!

In honor of April being Earth Month each week I am going to introduce you to some of my TOP Eco-friendly and sustainable fashion finds!

At the top if my list is a collaboration from Stila and E Live from the Red Carpet: the Solar Illuminated Refillable Compact and Powder Duo!

The first of it’s kind this innovative beauty is made from recycled plastic, the energy-efficient palette comprises a mini- photovoltaic panel that charges up to 1,000 times for roughly five years of preening.

Plus, it’s refillable, which means less packaging waste ends up moldering in the landfill.

Super easy to use  the glass solar cell panel  can be charged in direct sunlight or ambient room light and a tiny green star will light up on the cover indicating that the compact is charged and ready to go.

Since it can be charged from indirect sunlight, it becomes the perfect purse companion for last minute touch-ups and is a eco-conscious conversation piece!

Bonus: You friends will be “Green” with envy at your stylish way of staying sustainable!

Can you believe it? A solar powered compact!  Thats just Amazeballs!  Technology.  Now I’m just waiting for the George Jetson automated device to be developed that will eject me from my bed and propell me to the bathroom where the robotic arms of the Dress’O'Matic will shower, comb, dress me and apply my makeup.  Hey, a girl can dream!

Get your own Stila Solar Powered Compact  by clicking on the image below.

This week One Lucky eco-licious winner will receive a Stila E Live From the Red Carpet Solar Powered Compact!

To Enter:

First, if you haven’t already, either subscribe VIA EMAIL or “LIKE” this blog on Facebook (links to both can be found in the right side of the sidebar).

Then, leave a comment on this post between April 1 and April 7th telling me what you will do during April to celebrate Earth Month!

For additional entries use the buttons below to “Share” on facebook and twitter.

Last Week’s Lucky winners are Sarah B and Stefanie!  Congrats!

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