Refresh your drinking wardrobe! WATERGEEKS snappy new bottle has its own little built in filtration system. Talk about Spring cleaning!

June 27, 2011

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Perfect timing.  I am never (and I mean EVER) without a water bottle. When I noticed that mine was filled with a creepy looking grimed – I freaked.  And tossed it.  I was out of my Skweet cleaner and deseprately needed a new one. 

Hellloo, WATER GEEKS.  First, I was taken with the stunning perfect grass green of their latest line.  But more importantly, there is a genius in this bottle that I have yet to experience for myself.  They've come out with a portable and affordable solution to filtering out the infamous chromium-6, on top of all of the bad odors, tastes and contaminants, found in tap water.

YAY!  

Why Stainless Filtered Bottles

① Questionable Water Quality

• According to a recent Gallop pole, 53% of Americans name “contamination

of drinking water” as their number one environmental concern.

② BPAs

• The admissions of popular aluminum bottle manufacturers regarding their

historic BPA contents can only serve to keep BPA's a major consumer and

media “Hot Button.”

③ Lead and other heavy metals

• High levels of lead have been confirmed in children in Washington, D.C. and

Greenville, N.C and “Watchdogs” now recommend consumption of only

filtered or bottled water to high-risk nursing mothers, children under 12, the

elderly and anyone with a compromised immune system.

④ On the Move

• 75% of bottled water is consumed away from the home making filtered water

pitchers unavailable when needed most.

⑤ Bottled Water

• Bottled water criticism has steadily increased as environmental waste, costs,

regulation and quality concerns continue to surface

 

Why WATERGEEKS?

Ergonomic Design

For style and function

Diverse Color Selection

Black, Blue, Green, Orange, Pink, Red, Stainless

Steel, White, Yellow

Safe Material

Unlined, BPA, PVC and Phthalate-Free, non-leaching

stainless steel

Certified Lead-Free paint

Highly Functional

Wide mouth neck with easy to clean threading

Durable and dent resistant

Child through adult sizes available

Dishwasher Safe


Each bottle comes in a variety of colors and is available for purchase via their website, www.thewatergeeks.com, as well as Target.com, GNC.com, NeimanMarcus.com and Meijer retail stores for $19.99. 

 

LOVING ECO – ECO FRIENDLY PRODUCTS AT UP TO 70% OFF RETAIL PRICES!

June 26, 2011

LovingEco is partnering up with celebrity loved line, Goddess of Skin, for an exclusive sale starting Monday, June 27th.

Goddess of Skin was created by celebrity skincare expert Dale Breault and has a deep celebrity following including Actresses Lisa Bonet and Elizabeth Berkeley, supermodel, Carré Otis and Lenny Kravitz!

Ranging in products from a cleanser to scrub, serum and mist, the line is naturally- based and developed for all skin types from sensitive to oily and dry.

Brief Background:


LovingEco is a members-only, social commerce platform, that offers unsurpassed and innovative eco-friendly products at exclusive price points (up to 70% off retail), without compromising style. LovingEco is an advocate of ‘style for change’; an opportunity for people to make wiser choices about the products they purchase so that together, we can create a more environmentally and socially conscious planet.
 
Through a series of limited-time and brand-specific sale events, subscribing consumers are given the opportunity to access and shop for eco-friendly, fair trade and natural products at a discount in fashion and accessories, beauty and products for moms, babies and kids.  Each sale features the best ‘natural’ brands, which are hand-selected and available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

 Additionally, 3% of net proceeds from each purchase is donated to the current ‘tastemaker charity’ to help support a social or environmental cause.

DR. SEARS FAMILY ESSENTIALS LAUNCHES ALL-NATURAL BABY CARE LINE Simple, Safe and Doctor-Approved Skin Care Products Contain No Harsh Chemicals to Protect New Moms and Babies

June 24, 2011

 

YAY!!  Clinically proven to be safe in protecting new moms, infants and toddlers from the outside in, Dr. Sears Family Essentials’ efficacious and ultra-gentle Baby Care line is pediatrician-developed without the use of harmful chemicals that are present in many skin care products on the market today.

Simple, safe and doctor-approved, Dr. Sears Family Essentials Baby Care products are non-toxic, hypo-allergenic, and offer a fresh citrus scent that is derived from all-natural ingredients including vanilla, sweet orange and cedarwood essential oils.  The company avoids potentially-damaging ingredients like synthetics, dyes, allergens and pesticides, and uses only high quality, skin-friendly ingredients including plant-based oils (canola) and butters (mango, shea, cocoa), extracts (marigold flowers and vanilla), bees wax and gentle moisturizers that naturally protect and soothe your baby’s skin. The new line features the following offerings:
 
All-Purpose Baby Wipes (72 count)
Made with 100 percent biodegradable, ultra-soft bamboo fabric, the All-Purpose Baby Wipes are pediatrician-formulated to gently cleanse, comfort and protect.
 
Baby Lotion (6.8 fluid ounces/200mL)
Harnessing the power of pure, 100 percent all-natural ingredients, the Baby Lotion soothes, moisturizes and nourishes. Also available in unscented version.
 
Baby Wash & Shampoo (12 fluid ounces/350mL)
A safe and simple everyday solution that gently cleanses and nourishes baby’s skin and hair, the Baby Wash & Shampoo is made with non-irritating, natural ingredients and is a smart choice for discerning moms – leaving babies smelling fresh, feeling soft and tear-free. Also available in unscented version.
 
Healthy Baby Bottom Cream (4 fluid ounces/120mL)
With regular use, the Healthy Baby Bottom Cream helps to prevent the discomfort and irritation of diaper rash.  

Severe Diaper Rash Cream (2 fluid ounces/60mL)
Offering an advanced, pediatrician-developed formula, the Severe Diaper Rash Cream alleviates the pain and discomfort of severe diaper rash while providing immediate, refreshing and cool relief.
 
Stretch Mark Cream (3.4 fluid ounces/100mL)
A luxurious cream that reduces the appearance of stretch marks or scarring associated with pregnancy, the Stretch Mark Cream enhances the skin’s natural beauty and elasticity.  Made with only pure ingredients, the cream protects pregnant mothers and their unborn babies from dangerous toxins that can be absorbed through the skin.


Dr. Sears Family Essentials Baby Care products will be sold at major retailers nationwide and online at www.askdrsears.com <http://www.askdrsears.com>  and www.drsearsfamilyessentials.com <http://www.drsearsfamilyessentials.com> , starting this month.

About Dr. Sears Family Essentials

Dr. Sears Family Essentials is a privately-held company rooted in the collective expertise of the Sears Family of Pediatricians, which features more than a century of combined medical knowledge.  The company offers a 100 percent all-natural Baby Care line of personal care products for new moms and babies, as well as a full line of 100 percent all-natural snacks, beverages and supplements that provide essential daily nutrients, such as Omega-3 DHA, to help children grow healthy and strong.  All Dr. Sears Family Essentials products are reflective of Dr. Bill Sears’ lifelong dedication to children’s health and wellness. Dr. Sears Family Essentials ingestible products are currently available nationwide at The Vitamin Shoppe, Whole Foods, independent natural health retailers and major regional grocery retailers including H-E-B, Meijer and Fred Meyer across the U.S., and online at www.askdrsears.com <http://www.askdrsears.com>  and  www.drsearsfamilyessentials.com <http://www.drsearsfamilyessentials.com> .   

Dr. Sears Family Essentials proudly supports Two Healthy Kids – Yours and Theirs, a non-profit organization that helps fight global hunger by supplying nutritious meals to children in need.  Every time a Dr. Sears Family Essentials product is purchased, the company will donate one nourishing meal to a child, with a goal of feeding more than one million children each month. Please visit www.twohealthykids.com <http://www.twohealthykids.com>  for more information on this program.

Become a Fan on Facebook <https://www.facebook.com/askdrsears>
 
 


The Golden Door Spa’s Chef Curtis Cooke shares a delish recipe for Groomed LA readers! Chilled Fava Bean Soup w/White Truffle Oil & Parmesan

June 22, 2011

Chilled Fava Bean Soup w/White Truffle Oil & Parmesan 

 
When I arrived at the Golden Door, one of the first places I ran to was our garden. As I was walking up the hill, I spotted fresh fava beans. In Texas, they always came in a box from a produce company, so I was overjoyed when I saw that we grew them! I harvested as many as I could fit in my container, took them back to the kitchen and began to peel them. I was ecstatic to see how beautiful and perfect they were. I felt that my only job was to not do too much with them. Our gardeners did all the work; I just needed to keep the integrity of the bean. So I blanched them, pureed them with a little vegetable stock (also made out of our garden), and lightly seasoned them with salt. I decided to highlight the fava flavor with parmesan and a touch of truffle oil. ~Chef Curtis Cooke – Golden Door Spa ®
 
 
Fava Bean Soup
1 cup   Fresh Fava Beans
1/2 cup  Vegetable Stock
tt (to taste)   Sea Salt
 
In a pot of boiling, salted water, blanch the fresh fava beans until cooked (approximately 2-3 minutes) and shock in ice water. In a high speed blender, combine the chilled vegetable stock with the fava beans and puree until extremely smooth. Add salt to taste. Push the fava bean soup through a fine mesh chinois. Garnish with shaved parmesan (on a microplane) and a drop of white truffle oil. 

The John Frieda DESTINATION: STYLE SALON TOUR 2011 is headed to LA!

June 20, 2011

The John Frieda DESTINATION: STYLE SALON TOUR 2011 is headed to LA!
The bus will be rolling up to Hollywood & Highland on June 24th to offer free consultations and styling sessions with Harry Josh (John Frieda’s International Creative Consultant) and his team.  
 
Now you too can get your hair styled by celebrity stylist and John Frieda® International Creative Consultant Harry Josh at the Destination: Style Salon during a complimentary styling session, courtesy of John Frieda® hair care. Each client receives a 15-minute lesson with a top John Frieda® stylist, who will consult with her about her specific hair issues and educate her on how a John Frieda® regimen can help women achieve the style transformations they strive for.
Other goings on include:

  • Chances to win full-sized John Frieda® products by checking in at FourSquare
  • Receive a “hair prescription” from your stylist
  • Visit interactive color tables and use John Frieda’s iPad color advisor tool to find your perfect shade of Precision Foam Colour, the breakthrough new at-home hair colour delivering salon-caliber precision and shades, from John Frieda®
  • Get your photo taken in front of the step-and-repeat outside to capture the transformation and share your new look with friends on Facebook


 
WHO: Harry Josh and his team of John Frieda® stylists
WHAT: John Frieda® Destination: Style Salon Tour
WHEN: Friday, June 24th & Saturday, June 25th – 11am to 7pm
WHERE: Hollywood & Highland
MORE INFO: johnfrieda.com, facebook.com/johnfriedaus, #JFTour