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Kiehl's and Jeff Koons Team Up For a Blooming Good Cause

Jaime Richards — Tue, 01 Nov 2011 03:30:00 PDT

If you like having soft skin, looking at modern art, and being part of a great cause, then you'll absolutely love this news. Kiehl's is continuing its partnership with contemporary artist Jeff Koons with the release of its Creme de Corps Holiday collection. Inspired by the vibrant "Balloon Flower (Yellow)" sculpture from his "Celebration" series, 100 percent of the sales (up to $200,000) from the limited-edition offering will go to The Koons Family Institute, a branch of the International Centre for Missing and Exploited Children.

Available for 2011 are three sizes of Jeff Koons's Balloon Flower Creme de Corps ($29 to $72) and a special Jeff Koons Bottle Art ($50) bottle-topper, a scaled-down replica of the original work. "I believe that flowers are a symbol for perfect love, and an important expression for this charitable collaboration with Kiehl's," said Koons. So load up on feel-good body care for you and your loved ones his holiday season. There's something to be said about being soft on the outside and warm and fuzzy on the inside, after all.

What Do You Know About These Milestone-Anniversary Beauty Brands?

Jaime Richards — Mon, 01 Aug 2011 05:00:00 PDT

It's a banner year for beauty brands, with many of them celebrating anniversaries spanning over 10 decades. That's a whole lot of lipstick. So join in on the festivities and see what fun facts you may know about the history of a few well-known cosmetics companies.

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12 Days of Holiday Beauty: A Partridge in a Pear Tree

Jaime Richards — Mon, 13 Dec 2010 08:00:33 PST

Traditionally, the 12 Days of Christmas begin on Dec. 25, and last until Jan. 5. That's a lot of celebrating, no? But since Christmas is just 12 days away, let's partake in a bit of preholiday revelry Bella-style. Using the classic tune "The 12 Days of Christmas" as inspiration for our anticipation, let's kick off this series off with the first day: a partridge in a pear tree:

Top off that fancy updo with Marc by Marc Jacobs Save the Birds Hairclips ($25) or the seasonally-appropriate Isn't It Pheasant Headband ($17). Get fruity (smelling) with Philosophy's Philosophy I'm Dreaming of White Pear Gel ($16) or Pre de Provence Apple Pear Soap ($7). And for a bit of glisten with a sweet finish, Love and Toast Prickly Pear Lip Balm ($17) or Kiehl's Lip Gloss in Pear Tree ($15).

Kiehl's Revs Up For a Good Cause

BellaSugar — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 15:35:20 PDT

Maybe you knew that legendary actor Peter Fonda has a fondness for motorcycles. (Easy Rider, anyone?) But did you know that Kiehl's owns a collection of vintage motorcycles? Yep.

It makes perfect sense, then, that the skin care company's latest limited-edition release, a motorcycle-inspired Ultra Facial Moisturizer SPF 15 ($50), will kick off with a six-day charitable bike ride. Featuring motorcycling icons like Fonda and musician Josh Homme, the 20-person group will start their engines in San Diego on Aug. 2, concluding their trip five days later in the Bay Area.

Stopping by Kiehl's stores along the way, the pack plans to donate $60,000 to benefit amfAR, The Foundation for AIDS Research. Look for the moisturizer to rev up to Kiehl's stores in California and the New York flagship store, as well as on the Kiehl's website on Aug. 1. Even better? One hundred percent of the profits (up to $25,000) will go to amfAR.

Guess How Long It Takes the Longest-Legged Woman to Shave

BellaSugar — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:00:22 PST

Kiehl’s "Close Shaverettes" Simply Mahvelous Shave Cream ($15.50) has been around for almost 65 years. And this Spring, the iconic line is relaunching the popular shaving aide in pink packaging - a complete overhaul from the traditional Kiehl's black and white.

To celebrate the new look, the company is holding a truly unique (and leggy) contest. From now until March 15th, pop in to any Kiehl's location or enter online for a chance to win a year's worth of "Close Shaverettes" Simply Mahvelous Legs Shave Cream.

The catch? You have to guess how long (down to the second) it takes Svetlana Pankratova, the record-holding "Woman with the Longest Legs," to shave her 4'4" gams. There will be lots of happy people with this contest, as Kiehl's is picking one winner from each of their stores and one winner from online. The people who come closest to the exact answer will win the goods. What's your best guess?

SPF Beauty Bonanza, Part I: Facial Moisturizers

BellaSugar — Tue, 10 Jun 2008 10:00:22 PDT

In honor of Sun Safety Week (June 8th-14th), I've decided to bring you a five-post series on beauty products that contain SPF. And I'm not talking SPF 4, 6, or 8, I'm talking the big numbers to keep your looks preserved, your skin protected and your body healthy and happy. Today's topic is facial moisturizers and below are three great products that have piqued my interest. What's your favorite SPF lotion?

I haven't tried anything from Ahava except for their Purifying Dead Sea Mask and I loved it, so when I heard that they launched a line of Mineral Sun Care products I was intrigued, especially with the Anti-Aging Moisturizer with SPF 50 ($25). It claims to guard your skin from both UVA and UVB rays and it's formulated for sensitive skin.

Last Summer, Kiehl's launched the UV Protective Face and Body Sunscreens with SPF 20 ($32.50), which I love. The big news is that they've already released the same version but with SPF 50 overseas and plan to launch it in the US next year - how's that for early buzz!

The sun creams are formulated with Mexoryl technology to ensure that UVA and UVB rays are blocked from penetrating your skin. They are photostable, non-greasy, fragrance-free and sweat resistant, however, they are lightweight in texture so they won't clog your pores.

For one more facial moisturizer with SPF,

This Protect & Glow Sun Kit from Lancome ($55) is all you'll need for gorgeous and sun-safe skin this summer. Inside of the plastic beach-friendly bag you'll find three products - an SPF 50 Sunscreen for Face and Body, an illuminating body butter (great for after sun) and best of all, a Sôleil Ultra Expert Sun Care SPF 50 Sunscreen for the Face. This gentle moisturizer hydrates, firms, soothes and protects skin for up to eight hours. Also, you're getting a great value since the products actually add up to $75 if you were to buy them separately.

BellaSugar's Top Five Hand Cream Picks

BellaSugar — Mon, 19 May 2008 09:00:35 PDT

I'm a hand cream junkie, so it is with great pleasure and conviction that I present my top five favorites to you. Over the past year, I've tested many a cream in search of my favorite, and I have two. The first is June Jacobs Green Tea and Cucumber Hand Cream ($46) because of its quick rate of absorbency, non-greasy feeling and soothing scent.

The second is L'Occitane Shea Butter Hand Cream ($25) because of its rich, thick texture and unparalleled soothing results. If there's one thing I've learned from my experiences, it's that the key to a good hand cream is shea butter, and the higher the content, the better. Below are three runners-up that I use regularly to soothe dry, chapped hands. What's your all-time favorite hand cream?

Kiehl's Unusually Rich - But Not Greasy At All - Hand Cream with SPF 10 ($15.50) takes the cake when it comes to consistency since it's not too thick and not too runny. It's also not greasy whatsoever and it's a great sports cream since it contains SPF 10.
Liz Earle Hand Repair ($28.50) smells like heaven and works wonders on dry cuticles. A little goes a long way, and there's also a travel tube available for $8.
Yu-Be Cream ($15) is a high quality Japanese yellow-tinted hand cream that moisturizes on a healing level. I highly recommend this fast-absorbing lotion - if you can handle the strong camphor scent.

Reader Review: Kiehl's Epidermal Retexurizing Microdermabrasion

BellaSugar — Wed, 26 Mar 2008 14:00:09 PDT

Reader missy k is obsessed with finding a microdermabrasion treatment that will make skin, as she puts it, "as smooth as a shiny new egg." I was excited to hear about her experience with Kiehl's Re-Texturizing Microdermabrasion ($40). I'll turn it over to her for the full scoop:

Formulated with "diatomatious earth," which is apparently made from "crushed microshells derived from ocean sand," as well as aluminum oxide crystals (the stuff used by dermatologists to perform real microdermabrasion treatments). Over time, it tells me, it will reduce lines, refine texture, diminish pores, and instantly impart miraculous softness. Yeah, yeah, I’ve heard it all before.

To see what missy k thought of the product,

I savagely tore open the sachet with my teeth, ready to be unimpressed. However when I rinsed after just one minute of massaging it into damp skin, my face looked noticeably brighter and felt dreamily smooth. I kept stroking my newly velvety skin. When my boyfriend grudgingly obeyed my order to "feel it!" even he had to admit my cheeks were as soft as the proverbial baby’s bottom (in fact, he stole the rest of the precious sachet for himself!) My moisturizer glided on smoothly afterwards and seemed to be absorbed rapidly, leaving my skin feeling feeling plump and delicious. Wow. I’m in love!

I've tried this treatment before, and I am also a huge fan. My skin was ridiculously smooth without the use of a more expensive contraption. The price is a little steep, which is why Missy K gave it 4 stars rather than 5. Share your stories in Beauty Product Junkies, and maybe I'll post yours here, too!

Kiehl's Has a Backstage Pass to Derek Lam

BellaSugar — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 08:00:22 PST

Something I really love about Fashion Week is all of the exciting new collaborations that go on between beauty companies and clothing designers. Last season Lancome and Peter Som created a red lipstick, and on February 6th, Kiehl's will be unveiling two new additions to their Ultra Facial product range backstage at the Derek Lam show. All of the models will prep their skin with the new products before Tom Pecheux applies their makeup and Orlando Pita styles their hair - lucky girls!

And as if going to the show isn't cool enough, all of the guests will receive a full-sized Rice & Wheat Volumizing Shampoo, Dermatologist Solutions Epidermal Re-Texturing Micro-dermabrasion, Centella Recovery Skin Salve, Centella Skin-Calming Facial Cleanser, Line-Reducing Eye-Brightening Concentrate, and their famous Lip Balm.

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For details about the new products which are due in stores this March,

Ultra Facial Cleanser ($17.50) is a mild, foaming facial cleanser that efficiently removes dirt and makeup without stripping the skin of its natural oils. Since it contains apricot, kernel oil, avocado oil and vitamins C and E, your skin is left feeling hydrated and soft.
Ultra Facial Toner ($15) is an alcohol-free toner with a milky consistency. It helps take away any remaining makeup and dirt. It also contains the same oils as the cleanser to ensure your skin stays smooth and comfortable. Both products are suitable for all skin types.

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Kiehl's Launches Abyssine+ Skincare Collection

BellaSugar — Mon, 14 Jan 2008 15:01:47 PST

Kiehl's has just come out with a line of skincare products called Abyssine+. If this sounds familiar to you, it's because it should! There is an already existing line of light wrinkle creams called Abyssine that has been revamped as Abyssine +, with a new ingredient containing antioxidants and anti-aging properties. There are five products in the collection, including a serum, an eye cream, day creams (with and without SPF 23), and a lighter daytime lotion (with SPF 15).

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To read about each of the products,

Abyssine Cream+ SPF 23 ($45) is a wrinkle-fighting cream fortified with UVA and UVB defenses. Not only does it work against new wrinkles forming, it also helps smooth out already existing fine lines.
Abyssine Cream+ ($42) is an anti-aging moisturizer that also diminishes surface wrinkles, but this formula also contains antioxidants to help skin defend itself from free radical damage.
Abyssine Lotion+ SPF 15 ($42) is a lightweight and natural moisturizing lotion that also contains antioxidants as well as SPF. This is a terrific product for those who don't like to use a lot of different and especially heavy products on their skin.
Abyssine Serum+ ($44) is a facial serum that penetrates quickly and deeply into the skin to help reduce the visible signs of aging. It contains antioxidants to fight free radical damage and leaves skin looking even and radiant.
Abyssine Eye Cream+ ($32) is a really gentle yet thick cream that keeps skin taut and nourished as a means of reducing fine lines and wrinkles in the orbital area. It also contains antioxidants and leaves a fresh and smooth dew on the skin, which I really love.