Inspired by a Ring

I am hugely inspired by the incredible colors in this ring. They are the colors of the ocean and the sky and the Earth as a whole. I wish I could capture these colors and paint a room in them; create an eyeshadow look with them; wear them in some way. They are the purely brilliant colors of nature.

Palm Beach Pet Parade

I have always admired the Judith Leiber jeweled clutches shaped as every glamorous creature and shape known to man. There is something so elegant yet thoroughly over the top about them. I have always wondered what kind of woman actually carries one of these works of art (at the $4,500 price tag I call it art instead of a carry-all)...and now I think I know. I'm going to go with the women of the Palm Beach Pet Parade-

Motocross Jeans

I am LOVING the new "Motocross style" jeans that are in style right now! My boyfriend races motocross and I would never dream of putting on his pants, but these are a more feminine (and totally bad ass) version made just for me. I would pair them with some studded accessories and a smudgy smoky eye from Urban Decay -

Clay Body Wrap

There is nothing I love more than going to the spa for a relaxing procedure, but sometimes it is impossible for one reason or another. In my experience, the next best thing is an at home procedure done with care and the correct products. Light some fragrant candles, draw a bath (or a hot shower,) make a cup of delicious anti-oxidant filled tea, and play some jazz. But the most important part of you at home spa night is the quality of the product that you are using. There is a reason that the nicest spas in the world aren't using $5 bath soaks and $7 body lotions, and if you expect your at home spa service to be as amazing as one of these procedures, make sure to splurge a little on your tools and products. Personally, I can't wait for my next at home spa procedure because I will be using Red Flower Jasmine Rose Rhassoul Clay from their famous hammam line.
Listen to this description from the Red Flower website-
"Wrap the body from head to toe in this detoxifying blend of rhassoul clay, and essential oils of rose, eglantine, jasmine, blue tansy, ylang-ylang and clove. rhassoul clay is a lava clay found only in eastern morocco, deep beneath the atlas mountains. its gentle astringent, stimulating, polishing and purifying effects help draw impurities from deep within, leaving the skin with a healthy balance and freshly smooth surface. blended with deep-sea algae, aloe vera extract and vitamin e, protective humectants to soften and hydrate. the skin is left detoxified, toned and balanced. inspired by the third step in the traditional progression experienced in the hammam. practiced for nearly one thousand years to heal, detoxify and release tension from the whole body. on the warm radiant heated marble floor of the hammam, the bather mixes powdered rhassoul clay with warm water and massages into hair, face, neck and whole body. heat penetrates deeply, encouraging perspiration to release toxins from the skin and organ systems. clay binds with these impurities and draws them deep from within. the bather rinses with several basins of steamy hot water poured over the top of the head. KEY INGREDIENT clay for potent detoxification binds with impurities in the skin’s pores and draws them out of the body. purified and mineral-rich, moroccan rhassoul clay, red lava clay, montmorillonite clay and bentonite clay are used to powerfully penetrate into the skin to lift away toxins leaving skin supple and pure. the positive cleansing action of clay and its potent detoxification benefits come from its dual property of adsorption and absorption. DIRECTIONS step out from under steaming water and spread rhassoul clay polish over entire body, face and neck. massage smooth texture of clay into body as euphoric scents of rose, jasmine and ylang-ylang warm the mind. clay begins to dry quickly with a slight cooling sensation, drawing out deep impurities. then under warm running water, slowly rinse. alternatively leave on and steep in a warm bath for a detoxifying soak. allow the clay to draw impurities from deep within, leaving the skin detoxified, toned and balanced. "

Ok I need to go draw a bath now.....

Aching Muscles

I have bittersweet emotions about post-workout pains. On one hand, it's good to feel some aches and pains because it means your muscles were worked, but on the other hand, it can be too painful for you to enjoy the post workout glow. Tonight I am in some rather intense workout pain from two days of hard workouts and not getting much sleep. Besides some Advil and chocolate milk (which I have read is ideal for muscle repair,) I used to think that there wasn't much I could do to make the pain go away until my muscles just plain healed. But thankfully I have on hand the Ole Henriksen Muscle Comfort Lotion, a completely relaxing lotion that is a must-have for anybody who suffers from workout aches and pains (this is also great used as a foot lotion for tired, sore feet.) After the shower I just use a big dollop wherever it hurts the most (usually shoulders, calves, stomach, arches of the feet, etc) but avoiding sensitive areas because this helps to activate circulation and will create a burning sensation to any sensitive place. It has peppermint oil extract, which creates a cooling sensation and helps to energize tired body parts and seaweed extract, which moisturizes skin and helps reduce excess fluids and water retention. For best results, apply the lotion and then go lay in bed, letting every muscle in your body relax. Of course, it's even better if you have somebody to massage it on for you! I recommend this lotion for athletes, pregnant women, and women who wear heels all day long; but a warning; you will become addidcted to it, so you might as well keep it in your gym bag.

The Flame

I love carrying eShave at The Beauty Loft because their products are a perfect mix of style and sexiness. The shave sets are sleek enough to display on your bathroom counter, and they almost look more like a piece of art than your shaving tools. A perfect example is the newly re-released Flame Set; a set that I picture sitting on a pristine black granite countertop next to an expensive bottle of men's cologne. I guess that these designer shave sets are to men what Louboutin's are to women; something that you know is a complete fortune yet you buy for timeless style and elegance...

Happy 4th...

The Beauty Loft wishes everyone a happy and beautiful July 4th!