New From Elemis Skincare

Elemis is introducing 2 new body products. I tried the new Hand Cream when I was last in NY and it was really nice. A potential future purchase. ( Along with the Monoi Moisture Melt Oil)

Elemis products are so glam to me, and I would love to visit the stunning Elemis spa in London one day.

Pro-Collagen Radiantly Smooth Body Cream-
This ground-breaking product helps to smooth out crepey skin texture, leaving the body feeling deeply hydrated with an illuminating youthful radiance. A network of Proteins, plus Micro-Lattice Technology ensures a mesh-like support system is provided over sagging skin whilst helping to restore cell cohesion. Combining a luxurious soufflé texture with iridescent sheen and nurturing aroma of Rose and Mimosa, the sensuality on application of this targeted, Anti-Ageing Body Cream will also deliver an instant feel-good factor. $162

Pro-Collagen Hand and Nail Cream-
Not just your average hand cream, this non-greasy, satin after-feel cream targets skin crepiness, sun damage, redness, discoloration, weakened nails and dryness. Containing powerful Anti-Oxidants that protect against external drying factors and ensure targeted intervention from the first signs of ageing through to mature skin, this cream delivers irresistibly smooth, youthful looking hands whilst conditioning cuticles and helping to maintain healthy, strong nails. $60

Both are avaialble at Nordstrom and http://www.timetospa.com/

New from Clinique

Clinique has some new things out .

Newly improved is Moisture Surge Extended Thirst Relief. This new formula mositurizes for a full 12 hours, and takes into account changes in temperature and humidity. $ 32.00 for 1oz.

Next up is the new Acne Solutions Cleansing Bar for face and body. This is huge bar to make it easy to use in the shower as well as at the sink. It comes with it's own tray, and uses Encapulated Salicylic acid, Zinc PCA and more to get skin clean, and free of bacteria, but is still gentle on skin. $ 12.50

Lastly, Clinique has launced a new resource for brides to be. http://clinique.brides.com/ includes a Lash Power mascara challenge. Post your video of how Lash Power has lived up to your teariest challenge and win free diamonds,and here you can download a wedding day countdown widget and receive a free Lash Power sample just for doing so.

Boots No. 7 Retro Compacts

Boots has these new and adorable compacts available for a limited time. One is for lips and one for eyes. Each retails for 9.99 and has 3 shades. They are very retro and cute. I haven't seen one in the shops yet, but am looking.

More info here:http://bootsus2007.mmbox.co.uk/main.asp?cid=32&sid=7&iid=293

Scents for Mother's Day- Annick Goutal and Molton Brown

Ok, if you've left Mother's Day shopping to the last minute( like me) or you want to treat yourself to something wonderful, here are a couple great choices.

First up the Soliflore collections of perfumes from Annick Goutal. It's hard to go wrong with anything Goutal, but some of the soliflores are among my favorites. I have La Violette- a pitch perfect, soft, slightly green,true violet, and Le Jasmin- a soft, all floral jasmin, a bit sweet and not indolic in any way.

I have sniffed several of the others and find them all really nice too. I happen to be a single note fan , so that helps. When it's well done, rose or jasmin, or lily of the valley( Le Muguet) etc. are beautiful on their own. Le Chèvrefeuille (Honeysuckle), and Neroli ( Orange Blossom) round out the group. The Neroli is the newest release .

Annick was the mom here and the company is now run by daughter Camille.

At http://www.saks.com/ you can buy all 5 for 400.00 , or individually for 80.00 each. Each scent is a 1.7 oz EDT.

Also at http://www.aedes.com/, select Nordstroms, and other retailers.

Next up: Molton Brown.

Luxury bath products are always a great gift and the Molton Brown in relaxing Yuan Zhi bath & shower and relaxing Yuan Zhi sleep mist is a nice idea. ( My friend The Movie Mommy would go wild for this, sleepless mom of 2 toddlers that she is)
"Yuan zhi, a wild South China plant, is used traditionally to balance energy (Chi) and soothe the spirit.

Notes include: aromatic oils of vanilla, Ylang Ylang, and rose .

This richly moisturizing bath formula and sleep mist combats stress and promotes peaceful sleep. "
Price: bath gel $28, sleep mist $44,

Available at http://www.moltonbrown.com/, and Blue Mercury shops .