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Swamping curtains in my quest to dirt-proof my apartment


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7 August 2009

Swamping curtains in my quest to dirt-proof my apartment

 

Having read the New York Times article “Soil in the City” on the current state of the city’s dirt factor, I quickly decided to chuck my haven’t-been-washed-since-I-bought-them curtains for the sake of my allergies. Seeing that $400 to shampoo my sofa, chairs, and rugs is something I have in my “probably should but won’t” to-do list, I decided to go the cheaper route and give another soot proofing technique some thought. I decided to take some advice on switching out your dusty, old curtains from interior designer Jayne Michaels who has to contend with dirt wafting into her East 57th Street apartment. It’s so bad that her bath water turned black the last time she had to rinse and soak her curtains.

 

Naturally I first headed over to IKEA and spotted these sheer panel curtains in a muted black and white bamboo print (Anno Unni, $29.99) in polyester.

 

Michaels mentioned that she swapped linen drapes for ones made of “wash and wear” polyester but seeing as finding cute polyester curtains was a rare feat I also looked at some cotton ones. For $20, I spotted these two pretty blossom prints at Urban Outfitters.

Blossom Tree Asian Blossom

The Blossom Tree curtains sported larger burgundy, pink, and green blooms whilst the semi-sheer Asian Blossom curtains were in a tiny pink and lavender print against a turquoise background.

botanist

Though for a bit more you can get the graphic Botanist curtain peppered with lemon, lime, and cherry swirls of blooms and leaves ($48). Just know, whatever you pick… your sinuses will thank you.

 

-Wendy

 

 

 



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At Tribeca Beauty Spa, seasonal specials make pampering more affordable.


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6 August 2009

While wandering through Tribeca, pooch in tow, I saw a tranquil sign that said, “Tribeca Beauty Spa.” Beauty Spa? I love beauty! Enter me and said pooch to a calm, serene dimly lit spa. The first think I noticed was the organization. Are we still in cramped Manhattan? I asked the pup, and reached to the neat, glossy brochure to browse the menu of their services. A full-service spa, Tribeca Beauty Spa offers everything from traditional Swedish and hot stone massages to Holistic Rebalancing Therapy – a combination Swedish massage that infuses reflexive therapy and hot stones, placed on the seven chakras of your body. The massage therapist then performs an energy balancing treatment over your entire body followed by a hot stone massage.
massageWhat was more exciting were the variety of seasonal specials at Tribeca Beauty Spa. For a limited time, they are offering the Holistic Rebalancing Therapy for $150 rather than the original $175. Too steep for your budget? Never fear. The Tribeca Beauty Spa aims to work within their clients needs. Their most recent offer included a free pedicure with purchase of any 60 minute massage. Their average hour long massage goes for about $105, and while you may be able to find a massage less expesive elsewhere, you cannot find a massage and 45 minute pedi for this price. The Tribeca Pedicure is heavenly. They offer the traditional cuticle trim, exfoliation and polish with extra luxuries like a salt glow and moisturizing massage.

Tribeca Beauty Spa became my favorite place to buy gift certificates. Less showy than Bliss and Glow but with the same clean, serene atmosphere. Plus, spending an afternoon in tranquil Tribeca is a wonderful break from the suits in midtown or tourists in Soho. So wonderful, I might just move there.
Tribeca Beauty Spa   8 Harrison Street; 212-343.2376

Emma Dinzebach



Posted by Emma Dinzebach at 12:00 AM
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A recent $100 beauty challenge has us wondering which products are worth their weight in Vitamin E.


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3 August 2009

Black lacquer cases sporting beautifully intertwined C’s are a pretty penny. While browsing Vogue.com, I found a $100 beauty shopping challenge. New York City make-up artist Jenna Menard was challenged to purchase a new cosmetic wardrobe under a hundred bones. After some additional research, I learned that there are some make-up products worth their weight in dough and others just not worth splurge.

Splurge!dior foundation

Foundation. Most dermatologists and make-up artists alike will tell you to spend on foundation. The right foundation lays the, er…foundation for you’re entire look. Furthermore, foundation has the most direct contact with more skin surface area, and if you are smearing something all over your face, you likely want quality ingredients. Choosing a foundation with an SPF is important and necessary for summertime when you may skip facial moisturizer.

Eye-Liner. If you’ve tried drug store eye liner before you may have noticed that you have to really push and pull to get it on. That is not good for wrinkles, or if it goes on smoothly before dinner, at mid meal bathroom check, it has vanished. A good eyeliner is easy to apply, will stay put and won’t smudge or fade. Brush eye-liners, like Stila Smudge Pot, are more gentle on your skin’s sensitive eye and can create both a straight line and a smokey fade.

SAVE

drug store mascaraMascara. I think Maybelline Great Lash mascara is the best mascara in the world and I’ve been receiving compliments on my lashes since I starting using it in the mid 90’s. Gasp. I’ve tried Dior, YSL, Lancome and more, but nothing compares to Great Lash.

Lipstick. The more expensive may feel smoother as they’re likely enhanced with nutrients. However, like mascara, the lifespan of lipstick, lipgloss an lip tints is so short, pricey pouts are not worth the money. Plus if you’re like us, you always manage to lose your Dior lip gloss if the night involves dancing. And more often than not, it involves dancing.

It Depends…

Bronzer. If you use bronzer year-round and it is a staple of your make-up wardrobe, you may want to splurge. We like Nars and Bobbi Brown bronzers is you want to spend the money, but you by no means have to. If you only use bronzer in the summer time or at night, then save here and try Physicians Formula Shimer at your drug store. Like the Bobbi Brown, can use it on your eyes as shadow or cheeks as blush and/or bronzer.

Shadow. Rumor has it that pricer brands have more pigment, so you have to use less. Like bronzer, guage your purchase on how often you use it. If you want to try a funky green and aren’t sure whether or not you will like it, then go to Duane Reade. If you’re never seen sans silvery shimmer, then it will be worth the investment.

 

Emma Dinzebach



Posted by Emma Dinzebach at 12:00 AM
bargain news , BEAUTY , STYLE/BEAUTY |

Brooklyn's greenest beauty spa makes eco-chic and wallet-friendly worth the trip.


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23 July 2009

It’s summer, and we can’t trot around with tattered toes and dirty digits, but traditional nail salons give us a headache and leave our pure bodies feeling toxic! In early May, I discovered WINK Beauty Bar, the only eco-friendly beauty bar in North Brooklyn, and have been a convert ever since. From their  sustainable storefront to their green products, W!NK offers “eco chic beauty treatments” such as nail care, body treatments, massages, eye brow maintenance, make up application, detox treatments and more. WINK

I’m a convert. Walking into W!NK is a complete different experience than any New York City beauty bar. A beauty experience at W!NK is relaxing, calming and void of gross fumes, dust particles and scary tools of most NYC salons more concerned with cutting costs than the health of their customers. Products at W!NK do not contain parabens, formaldehyde, phalates or toluene. All are organic, vegan, and authentically natural. Ahhhh…. Polishes you can surely find at W!NK are Zoya, O.P.I. and Spa Ritual.

Better yet? Their sanitary services meet New York State health code requirements. (i.e. Their tools are disinfected place in a medical-grade autoclave; far superior to UV light boxes some salons use and better for your health than bleach and harsh chemicals.) Still better? A mani/pedi combo runs $40 and if you opt for their ECO Mani/Pedi, W!NK will trip, buff and shape your nails sans polish for just $28.
W!NK’s signature green facial includes deep cleansing, detox mask, exfoliation, an  herbal steam and a massage. Oo la la.

W!NK’s waxing services use a vegetable based wax, and they offer an extensive menu of body and detox services for both men and women at a price less than or comparable to For a complete list of W!NK’s services click here.
wink

W!NK
602 Vanderbilt Street
(between St. Mark’s Ave & Prospect Place)
Prospect Heights, Brooklyn 11238
718.230.3443



Posted by Emma Dinzebach at 12:00 AM
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