Stewart + Brown, the LA-based ethical fashion brand is the brainchild of Karen Stewart and Howard Brown. The hands-on partners oversee every aspect of the brand which, launched in 2002, was a pioneer of the sustainable fashion movement. Check out some of the newest offerings from their Spring 2011 collection. Stewart + Brown is fashionable, […] Read more…
Melody Lesser
Are Gel Manicures and Pedicures Safe?

Gel manicures hit the beauty scene with a vengeance and now two out of three nail salons offer the service which allows women to sport their polish for up to 2-3 weeks without chipping. Unlike traditional nail polish, the soak-off polish is painted on with a brush and each layer is “cured” under a UV […] Read more…
Look Good from the Back with T. TAiO Body Scrubber
I recently received a body scrubber from T. TAiO, a company in Mexico that produces a popular line of bath products. The 19-inch long body scrubber is made of polypropylene, polyester and polyamide and is infused with antimicrobial protection. It’s a nifty body sponge with handles on either side for ease of use. Besides cleansing […] Read more…