Pumpkin Power Peel

Pumpkin Power Peel is an Age Reversal System that provides an impact yet natural solution for aging skin. The professional grade skin peel system was voted Best Facial Peel in 2008 by Natural Solutions. This product from Sunshine Botanicals is uniquely positioned to combat aging as it promotes both a comprehensive and concentrated approach to the signs of aging. The Pumpkin Power Peel confronts and helps reverse the major signs of aging skin, including lines and wrinkles, coarse texture, sun damage, enlarged pores and dull, dry skin.

While professional in design, the peel is user friendly in its application and can be easily used within the comfort of your own home. From discolored skin to large pores, this Sunshine Botanicals skin peel system provides everything you’ll need for six complete skin treatments. The result is a peel that packs a punch while eliminating the time and money investment associated with those frequent trips to the spa.

Ingredients found in the Pumpkin Power Peel from Sunshine Botanicals include Pumpkin Wine Concentrate, Pumpkin Enzymes, Concentrated Pumpkin Extracts, Beta-Fructan and Essential Oils.

Clear Skin Power Pack

It seems the modern woman has to be everywhere at all times and an expert in every problem they face. With that in mind, Sunshine Botanicals has designed the Clear Skin Power Pack, an easy to master and even easier to transport skin care system. The deep cleansing and skin detoxifying kit includes everything needed for maintaining beautiful, flawless skin but balances that diversity with the intuitiveness of the Clear Skin Power Pack’s simple starter regimen.

Sunshine Botanicals created the product with an understanding of the traveler’s world as the case is ultra lightweight and great for humid climates. Even when your travel itinerary feels suffocating, the Clear Skin Power Pack allows your skin to breathe as it consistently achieves optimal skin care results. From career women living out of a suitcase to soccer moms juggling a calendar of events, the Clear Skin Power Pack offers an efficient, portable and low maintenance skin care system.

The Clear Skin Power Pack from Sunshine Botanicals includes GrapeSeed Make Up Melter, Cleanse and Clarify Exfoliating Wash, Derma-Shield Skin Defense Mist, Rescue Rapid Repair Serum and ProDerma Firming Antioxidant Cream. The system also provides a deep cleansing brush and two natural skin cleansing sponges.

Cran-Zyme Body Polish

Sunshine Botanicals line of naturally infused skin care products includes the Cran-Zyme Body Polish, a fresh and intoxicatingly aromatic body polish created with fresh cranberry enzymes and natural milk acids. The Cran-Zyme Body Polish is designed to detoxify, resurface and renew skin. This Sunshine Botanicals product will additionally dissolve skin discolorations and allow for a more complete penetration of nourishing body lotions and oils.

Cran-Zyme Body Polish is even effective against even especially coarse or weather damaged skin and achieves an almost child-like texture after just the initial use. Hardly shy, this intense skin polish is fearless in rejuvenating your skin as it produces an exhilarating experience that leaves skin silky smooth while removing the layers of dead skin cells responsible for plugging your pores and causing the skin to feel rough.

The entire process for applying the polish takes less than ten minutes. Recommended use of Cran-Zyme Body Polish is daily during the first week of usage and one to three times a week thereafter. Ingredients include Distilled Water, Milk Triglycerides, Hamamelis, Behenyl Alcohol, Glycerin, Cornmeal, Dicapryl Ether, Cranberry Extract, Sucrose State, Milk-fatty Amino Acids, Zeolite, Salicylic acid, Polyethylene Beads and Essential Oils Carmine Extract.

Adding a Little Sunshine to Your Christmas

With the Christmas season at hand, Sunshine Botanicals is getting in on the act by offering a special holiday deal with $10 off of any purchases.

To receive the special deal, enter coupon code LA129 and then click “Apply Coupon” when purchasing products at the Sunshine Botanicals website, www.sunshinebotanicals.com.

Sunshine Botanicals

Conceived as an opportunity to bridge the passions of a Master Herbalist and Holistic Aesthetician, the balance of science and nature is executed through a keen eye for intricacy and a conscientious attention to detail. Sunshine Botanicals products are micro brewed in small batches to insure freshness and potency while all herbal tinctures are made by hand. Moreover, the company avoids the cookie cutter approach by other companies who promote a “master ingredient” surrounded by bland fillers. Sunshine Botanicals instead tackles each new product as a unique challenge as it creates complex, synergistic formulas based on knowledge of ingredients and skin chemistry.

At the helm of Sunshine Botanicals is Emily Fritchey. Emily is a clinical aesthetician and natural health practitioner with over 20 years of experience in the beauty field. A recent winner of the Beauty with a Conscience Award from Natural Solutions Magazine, Emily and Sunshine Botanicals are living up to their reputation as a dermatology pioneer in creating skin transformation without chemicals or drugs.

For more information, visit www.sunshinebotanicals.com.

On the Go Peels

Red Carpet Pursue Peel – This “red-carpet” peel corrects fine lines and wrinkles, tightens pores, lifts off sun damage and hyper-pigmentation, evens, tones, and firms the skin surface. The result is glowing, beautiful, and flawless skin with virtually no down-time. Clients can expect to peel and see visible results on the spot! This treatment is perfect for those needing to have replenished and revitalized skin for a big night out, an important Christmas party or a trip down the red carpet. Treatment time: 30 minutes. Holiday pricing: $200

Mocha Loca – A potent, Chirally Correct (13%) Lactic Acid peel, enriched with numerous active ingredients and antioxidants. Horse Chestnut, Green Tea and Grape Seed Extract provide powerful antioxidants designed to help minimize free radical damage. Mocha Loca softens comedones, making extractions easier and the natural cocoa and organic ground coffee make it smell sinfully delicious! $60

Cocktail Vermouth Twist Peel – A potent 15% Salicylic Acid and 2% Retinol peel that improves the appearance of all skin conditions. It helps regulate oil skin, decongests open comedones and smoothes the overall texture of the epidermis. Fortified with powerful antioxidants, including Spin Trap, Resveratrol, and Vermouth to minimize the effects of free radical damage. $60

Pumpkin Peel – This pumpkin pore refiner and enzyme peel dissolves unwanted debris and dead skin cells. 100% Natural Fruit Acid formula created from nutrient-rich Pumpkin. Pumpkin is extremely rich in Vitamin A, as well as a host of other vitamins and minerals. Intensive therapy resulting in younger, healthier looking skin, which adds up to a more vibrant complexion. $60

Award Winning Dr. Chiu

Dr. Gabriel Chiu, most notably recognized for his work in body contouring, breast augmentation, and facial procedures was the recipient of a 2008 Patients’ Choice Award. Awarded to less than 5% of the 720,000 active physicians in the United States in 2008, the Patient’s Choice Award is determined directly from patient reviews and is a testament to Dr. Chiu’s tireless dedication to his clients.

According to Dr. Payman Simoni, a plastic surgeon also practicing in Beverly Hills, “Dr. Chiu’s surgical habits are as meticulous as one would hope for. He organizes a sound surgical plan, but has the flexibility to adjust to any situation that may arise. He is efficient with his time, yet is artistic to his patient’s individual needs”.

For more info on BHPS’ full menu of beauty services, visit: www.beverlyhillsplasticsurgeryinc.com

Read our article on Beverly Hills Plastic Surgury here…

ELASTIderm Decolletage System is a new skincare system designed to reduce those unwanted blotches. This system attacks your chest and neck areas, whipping away freckles, age spots, and hyperpigmentation. Proven in clinical studies, the ELASTIderm Decolletage System also reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles in as little as four weeks.
 
Included in the system are the Skin Lightening Complex and the Wrinkle Reducing Lotion. The Skin Lightening Complex is a clinically proven skin lightener formulated with a 4% hydroquinone. It fades hyperpigmentation and blemishes caused by such skin conditions as chloasma, senile lentigines, and freckles. The Wrinkle Reducing Lotion restores elasticity and reduces fine lines and wrinkles. It is formulated with proprietary Restorative Elasticity Complex. This complex is made up of a unique bi-mineral which has copper and zinc, malonic acid helping stimulate the production of healthy skin cells, and Obagi’s patented Penetrating Theraputics driving ingredients to the roots of your skin.

For more information on the ELASTIderm Decolletage System, please visit www.elastiderm.com

Included in the kit are: aromatherapy oil (10ml), an aromatherapy candle, the Aromatin fragrance dispenser, and an instruction booklet. The Am I Dreaming kit is available online at www.spaluce.com for $48.00.
 
Dr. Sharon

Dr. Sharon has been the source of health and well-being for music superstars, top actors and models for almost two decades. Her clients include Cameron Diaz, Gwyneth Paltrow, REM’s Michael Stipe, The Foo Fighters, and Pearl Jam among many other top stars. Aromatherapy is just one of Dr. Sharon’s preventative methods to promote both physical and mental health. Whether on location for a film or on a worldwide tour, her programs establish a health comfort level, keeping the stars at peak performance despite their high stress and demanding schedules. Now you too can share in the experience.

Faux Fur and Color

Oobees believes in keeping the animals warm so these slippers are made from custom designed faux fur. Made of the softest fabrics and materials, Oobees allow wearers to experience what their creators call “pure foot pleasure.” The rubber sole, soft inside, and ultra cushy foam insole forms to your foot so that you enjoy the comfort your foot desires.

The stylish colors will catch everyone’s eyes when you step out in Amber’s Animal Instinct, combining leopard and hot pink, Taylor’s Go Go Girl mixing purple paisley and purple, G.I. Jordynn’s camouflage on pink, or one of the other available colorful creations.

All Oobees, for the young and old, are available in the three previously mentioned patterns plus: Makenna’s Pretty in Pink, Samantha’s Back in Black, Mandy’s Surfin Stripes, and Sadie’s Hubba Hubba Bubblegum for the price of $29.95.

Accessories

The flexibility and comfort of Oobees will have you wearing them everywhere you go so accessorize them with a matching overnight bag, cosmetic bag, pillow, or blanket.

Not only can you store your pajama party essentials in one of the over-sized overnight bags, but you can carry your clothes to dance or sports practice or carry your books to school. It could even be turned into a fun diaper bag.

Organize your make-up and toiletries in a matching cosmetic bag to make your travels easier or to take to your slumber party. And to ensure you stay fashionable, throw in a pillow or blanket to top it all off.

Both the overnight and cosmetic bag can be found in all the same colors as the Oobees minus Samantha’s Back in Black. The overnight bag is available for $29.95 and the cosmetic bag is $14.95.

The pillows and blanket are available in all colors except for Samantha’s Back in Black and Sadie’s Hubba Hubba Bubblegum. The pillow is available for $14.95 and the blanket for $29.95.

Oobees

Rachel Humphrey, an experienced and successful entrepreneur and business owner, first came up with the idea for Oobees while watch her daughter.  Her daughter put duct tape on the bottom of her slippers so that she could wear them outside too. Knowing that duct tape would only take her so far, Rachel and her Oobees team developed the Oobee slipper to withstand any surface for everyone to enjoy.

For more information on products and store locations, please visit their website: www.oobees.com

The event includes live holiday entertainment, free holiday hay rides, a chance to win raffle prizes and a Tree Lighting ceremony with Santa Claus, and exclusive sales and discounts at the stores.

VIP tickets for $10 each are also available with 100% of the ticket sale proceeds going directly to participating charities including The Wellness Community, Walk with Sally, Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Tree Musketeers, South Bay Police and Fire Memorial Foundation and many more.

VIP ticket holders receive extra perks including a free children’s craft activity, one free photo with Santa, a free cup of coffee or hot cocoa and one free raffle ticket.

Call in advance to purchase VIP $10 tickets: 310-647-3431, or purchase at the event.

Date: Friday, November 20, 2009 from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.

-  Tree Lighting with Santa is at 7:00pm

Location:  Plaza El Segundo

At Plaza El Segundo, shoppers experience inspiring fashion retailers like Anthropologie, BCBGMAXAZRIA and bebe.

Specialty boutiques including m. frederic Women, Claudia Milan, Happy Six and Varga entice imaginations, while  i Medspa, Temptress, Vicara Aveda Salonspa and MAC Cosmetics offer the most sought-after beauty products and services.

Some of L.A.’s best-noted restaurants are right in the shopping center — The Counter, La Sirena Grill & Cantina, Marmalade Café, Salt Greek Grille, and The Veggie Grill – and offer celebrated menus.

The center’s popular treat hot spots — pinkberry, Melt Gelato & Crepe Café, and Starbucks – give customers quick pick-me-ups.

And even the most discerning shoppers can shop smart at super retailers including Whole Foods Market, Cost Plus World Market, Borders, Best Buy and Dick’s Sporting Goods.

Located on Sepulveda Blvd. just north Rosecrans in Manhattan Beach,  in El Segundo, CA.

Ideal for reading at home or traveling, simply slip your Kindle into the custom designed holder, pull up the retractable, twin LED reading light, and begin reading in any low light environment — in bed, on a bus, train, or airplane, as well as in a car or conference room.

The Lighted Folio’s built-in 5” x 8” notepad and pen holders makes it ideal for students and business users. The Periscope light is powered by three "AA" batteries (not included) that last at least 40 hours.

The Folio’s left side cover can be folded over so the note pad is positioned behind the Kindle and locked in place with the magnetic cover snap to facilitate one-handed use. Everything stays together until the next time you need to read, study or work!

Order the Periscope® Lighted Folio for Kindle at $49.95, www.periscopelight.com

This paraben-free line is made of endearing animal characters with specific traits and stories to make each unique and fun for kids.  Celebrity fans of the brand include: Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt, Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony, Jennifer Garner and Ben Affleck, Nicole Ritchie and Joel Madden, Eric Mabius and wife Ivy, Jaime Pressly, Britney Spears and Amanda Peet and David Benioff. Products range in price from $.99-$12.99 and are available at www.shoptillia.com, Target, and boutiques nationwide.

All of Metropolitan Gifts come in recyclable or reusable packaging, and their website even offers suggestions on how to reuse it.

Metropolitan Gifts’ Signature Chocolates
These handmade, exotic chocolates by acclaimed pastry chef Jean-Francois Bonnet make a marvelous business gift. What’s more, the box can be customized with the recipient’s name or a company logo. Available in flavors including: Thai Basil, Green Tea and Fresh Lime. Prices start at $9.50 – 3 piece; 11.50 – 6 piece; $25.00 – 9 piece; $49.00 – 24 piece.

The Non-Traditional Fruit Basket
Metropolitan Gifts takes on the traditional fruit basket with its fruit-shaped chocolates modernly packaged in a reusable balsa box. Prices start at $49.

Little Ben
One of Metropolitan Gifts’ most popular arrangements, Little Ben is an elegant and classy gift for any occasion. Features a working clock amidst a hearty sampling of delectable foods. Prices start at $59.

Savoir Faire
Who could resist the charisma of this gift? The artful display of fancy foods in a stunning leather magazine holder will never disappoint. Prices start at $139.

What A Feast!
A savory selection of gourmet food perfect for business colleagues and families. Prices start at $20.

LA’s The Place visitors can get 15% off all gifts! Just put in the code is FFO8 when you go to www.metropolitangiftsnyc.com and shop the holiday gift guide.

You can also call (866) 643- 7364 and mention this offer if youb are looking for customized or bulk orders.

To find the perfect gift this holiday season, go to www.metropolitangiftsnyc.com.
 

There is nothing more valuable to give your loved ones than the gift of health! Your loved one works so hard, whether it’s at a job or being a parent. Most likely, they don’t have the time to take care of themselves, and put themselves last. In the meantime, muscle tension is building up, getting worse every year, until are in poor health and their quality of life goes down, because they’re always exhausted and not feeling their best.

With a gift certificate from Massage Revolution, you are giving the gift that will keep on giving! They will love you for this, when they leave there with those long-standing aches and pains gone!

You can purchase an instant holiday gift certificate instantly online here…!

This is no ordinary massage spot. This is not a symptomatic ‘fix’. This is life-changing stuff! This makes a difference. And they make it affordable for you.

You can choose from one of five Signature Neuromuscular massages:

Revolutionary Back Relief Treatment, Complete Headache Relief Treatment, Ultimate Neck Relief Treatment, Total Shoulder Relief Treatment, Fibromyalgia Relief Treatment.

You’re in great hands with their neuromuscular massages guaranteed to melt away your tension giving you longer lasting muscle relief or holiday stress-busting regular massages.

Holiday Shoppers Massage:

For relief of shoulder pain associated with carrying to many packages, with hand pain associated with writing to many checks and neck pain associated with looking in too many windows. Instant relief that will regenerate and restore your ability to shop, cook and decorate. Mother-in-law stress reduction treatment extra….$79

Revolution Day Spa

You can not only heal from the inside out, but can beautify your skin! Available are premier facials to purify, hydrate, awaken your face. Or get that beach-buffed look with waxing for smoother, softer skin.

The Little Black Dress Facial:

A pre-party must have! Includes an enzyme exfoliation and soothing gel mask that will leave skin radiant, glowing and ready for photo ops, office par-ties, or in-law drama. The absence of extractions make it a perfect choice for same day events…$55

Go to www.MassageRevolution.com to learn more.

Purchase an online gift certificate instantly here…

Read our article on Revolution Massage here…

Licensed and Professional Neuromuscular Massage Therapists and Skin Care Specialists.

Massage Revolution proudly serves the South Bay cities including Manhattan Beach,
Hermosa Beach, Redondo Beach, Torrance, El Segundo, and surrounding Los Angeles areas.

Massage Revolution
1133D Artesia Blvd., Manhattan Beach, CA 90266

Call                      (310) 798-4263          

The Y.E.S. Dynamic Duo is a two-part system that includes a rejuvenating moisture cream and an anti-aging serum. When used daily this combination will revitalize stressed, damaged skin by providing it with the nutrients it needs, revealing a softer, smoother, and glowing complexion. Skin problems such as wrinkles, scars, dullness, age spots, and acne are greatly reduced, leaving your skin feeling hydrated and silky.

CP24-Complex® is the magic behind the scenes of this skincare line. It penetrates into your skin, stimulating cell renewal and boosting collagen while reducing the appearance of wrinkles.

This premier skincare set helps against free radical damage and pollution, and balances the pH of your skin. It is anti-bacterial and anti-microbial, and costs under $105 for the entire home treatment.

For your free one week trial, visit www.yesskincare.com  or
call (949) 496-9400.

Many women feel uncomfortable about the shape of their arms, which are among the hardest body parts to sculpt. Add to that the fact the women often fluctuate in weight throughout their lives and saggy skin also becomes an issue.

FLABuLESS is a unique arm compression garment that helps women feel confident in their clothes again. Wearing FLABuLESS instantly lifts sagging skin, provides support, and slims and streamlines bulges and ripples. FLABuLESS provides a sleek, slender silhouette under a variety of tops, dresses and jackets, while giving adequate compression with proper sizing.

Lee Ann Stevenson created FLABuLESS after discovering that women were frustrated with tops that did not fit right. "FLABuLESS is shapewear intended to increase confidence in women by making them feel good in their own skin”, says Stevenson. “While surgery and exercise are options for some, many don’t have the time or resources. Whether you are 50 or 15, a business woman or a stay-at-home mom, we all want to look and feel good in our clothes. FLABuLESS achieves that goal".

FLABuLESS is currently available in two styles:

• Pleine provides full coverage with long sleeves that slim and shape your arm from shoulder to wrist.
• De Quart is a short-sleeve version that offers arm-slimming control at the top portion of your arm, creating a bulge-free silhouette.

These styles are currently available in two colors, black and copper nude. Chocolate, bone, and navy are being added to this unique line in 2009. Seven sizes are available, ranging from S-4XL, so there is help for every woman.

Coming soon is another innovation: The Veston, which is a shrug with compression built right into the sleeves. Made from classic fabrics like cotton for everyday use, satin for evening wear, and cashmere for chilly nights, this shrug is versatile enough to wear over any top, dress, or tank. Available in short, three quarter, and long sleeve lengths, it will give you the benefit of a streamlined silhouette.

So be confident in that tight shirt. Visit www www.flabulessu.com or call                     (4…         .

The beauty of these figure-flattering jeans is that they are available in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and washes. From sizes 4 to 16, with inseams from 31” to 38” inches, there is bound to be a pair you feel good in. And feeling good in your jeans is what it’s all about at the Perazzi Apparel Company, the makers of PZI Jeans. The company doesn’t offer just a “curvier” line as some brands do. These babies are specifically designed for shapely women, right from the start.

If you are tired of jeans that gap and show off your undies, the 2% stretch added to the fabric of PZI Jeans helps them stay put at the waist. They hug your curves, move with you, and don’t cling inappropriately. Comfortable and trendy, they are priced at under $100, appealing to women from all walks of life.

One glance at PZI Jeans’ web site demonstrates that women of all shapes and sizes are s-e-x-y. From tall and thin, to shorter and rounder, models of varying nationalities show off the great fit of these jeans and body types accommodated. And if you are interested in showing off your very own assets, the company is even hosting a multi-cultural model search.

To find your pair of perfect jeans please visit www.pzijeans.com or call (678) 387-6660.

Great color. Fast drying. Better for you. Superstar Nail Lacquer is the perfect nail accessory for every fashionista this holiday season: it’s affordable, chic and good for your nails.

Toluene and formaldehyde free, Superstar’s unique formula is the nail lacquer of choice for women looking for bold colors and long-lasting luxe. Thanks to Superstar’s "like butter" application and super fast dry time, letting your star sense of fashion and style flow from head to toe has never been easier.

With 21 stylish shades ranging from beautiful bolds, chic pinks, shimmering metallics and rich jewel tones, Superstar is rich girl beauty on a real girl’s budget.

Superstar Nail Lacquer’s suggested retail is $8.50 and is available at styleshoppe.com and select salons nationwide.

Christmas Gift Ideas for Your Favorite Computer Geek!

Adobe will make anyone’s holiday complete…and when I say complete, just look what’s in their newest CS4 Master Collection software; Included, in one collection, is over a dozen applications: InDesign CS4, Photoshop CS4 Extended, Illustrator CS4, Adobe Premier Pro CS4, Dreamweaver, Flash Pro, Acrobat 9 Pro, Fireworks CS4, Contribute CS4, After Effects CS4, Soundbooth CS4, Adobe OnLocation CS4 Encore CS4, Adobe Bridge CS4, Adobe Device Central CS4, Dynamic Link and Version Cue CS4!

From neighborhood newsletter to mega-media empire, all the tools, resources and software packaged together for the first time, and you are able to use these streamlined interfaces and integration for designing and editing images, web pages, mobile sites, desktop apps, animation, film, and print layouts, all which support the latest digital formats.

Anyone who is lucky enough to get this CS4 "Master Collection" software will get a remarkable collection of Adobe software and will remember these celebrations
as the holidays that helped them accomplish their dreams all year long!

www.adobe.com/products/creativesuite/

Attus, as in Attus Apparel, is a made-up abbreviation of the word "anti-status". Unlike your typical polo shirts, which often have meaningless symbols such as cute little animals or snooty crests, Attus Apparel polos’ embroidered symbols are steeped in meaning: Whatever represents you.

Fun, funky, and individual, these stonewashed, 100% Peruvian pique cotton slim fit polos are inspired by real-life activities people enjoy such as snowboarding, skateboarding, surfing, music, art, pranks, drinking beer, chasing ladies, mischief and more mischief.

While appearing fairly innocuous at first glance, these polos may garner you a double-take as your wear your attitude with pride. Need a symbol of stripper on a pole? They’ve got your shirt. Want to subtly flip someone the bird? Now you can – in a variety of colors. Care to show your love for skateboarding? Most definitely. Attus Apparel has created a line that allows you to express your inner rebel while still appearing all grown up.

New offerings coming in 2009, from long-sleeved shirts to socks, with the brand spakin’ new Attus Prep line.

Shhhhh – Secret code for 50% off !

That’s right, 50% off. Enter lastheplace at checkout and get half off everything!

So…are you ready to set yourself apart from the crowd? To advertise yourself, your mood, your interests? Need a special gift for that very special someone? Then visit www.attusapparel.com or call                      (800) 532-1942           for a catalog.

attitude + 50% off = a great holiday
 

Bringing the Northeast Holiday to California

Timed to help relieve holiday pressures, all three Southern California Bluewater Grill restaurants are preparing a special version of the “Holiday Stuffed Maine Lobster”, a classic New England holiday family meal. Originating in Boston-area restaurants, this limited-time deal includes whole Maine lobster stuffed with a special shrimp and buttery panko-crumb stuffing, served with choice of two scrumptious sides, unlimited fresh and delicious sourdough bread, plus a Bluewater Grill bib, all for only  $28.95 (note, a minimum of 15 minutes preparation time required.)

Bluewater Grill co-founder Jimmy Ulcickas wanted to give Californians a tasty treat this holiday season. "Generations of New England families have been going to Boston seafood restaurants like Anthony’s Pier 4 for years to splurge on this local winter delicacy – so we decided to offer a California version for Bluewater Grill customers", explained Ulcickas. "The record availability and low prices of Maine lobster allow us to offer this special meal at an extraordinary price."

Eat, Drink and Be Merry

As no good meal goes without accompaniment, Bluewater Grill is also warming your tummy with their unique Holiday Cranberry Bog Lemon Martini, made with fresh cranberry juice, Absolut® citron, sour mix and a splash of bitters, served in both the bar and dining room. This festive drink is also available on "Martini Thursdays", the restaurants’ popular pre-weekend splurge with half-priced martinis and cosmopolitans from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Shopper’s Special

Bluewater Grill’s only restaurant located in a retail center, The District at Tustin Legacy, introduces a "Holiday Shoppers’ Special" at its new Orange County location. Now through the New Year, holiday shoppers who need a pick-me-up can visit any night except Saturday, between 3:30 p.m. and 6 p.m., and indulge in a three-course meal, including choice of wine or dessert, for just $19.99. Available exclusively at the Tustin hang-out, the Shopper’s Special includes choice of seafood, chicken or beef entrée, including the chef’s fresh fish of the day; choice of homemade chowder or salad; and choice of dessert (homemade crème Brule or hot fudge sundae), or a glass of red or white house wine.

About the Bluewater Grill

Established in Newport Beach, California, in 1996, Bluewater Grill is founded on the traditions and rich history of local fishing forefathers. Their philosophy is to work with local fisherman to source the globe for the highest-quality seafood in peak season. Bluewater Grill works with renewable, sustainable fisheries to ensure the restaurant does not take more from nature than nature can handle and that all Maine lobsters served at the their various locations are caught in eco-friendly traps by local Maine lobster harvesters.

Bluewater Grill prints its lunch and dinner menus daily, offering fresh ideas and more than 40 varieties of seafood annually. With a shellfish bar, patio dining, kid’s menu, full bar, and great wine list, Bluewater Grill, owner-operated since its inception, is committed to providing guests with the highest-quality seafood, classically prepared in a friendly, casual atmosphere at a fair price.

Bluewater Grills are located in Newport’s Cannery Village, King Harbor in Redondo Beach and at new The District at Tustin Legacy. Please visit www.bluewatergrill.com to get your holiday groove on.

 LOCATIONS:

Cannery Village in Newport Beach – established 1996
630 Lido Park Drive, Newport Beach, CA 92663
(949) 675-FISH (3474)

King Harbor in Redondo Beach – established 2001
665 North Harbor Drive, Redondo Beach, CA 90277
(310) 318-FISH (3474)

The District at Tustin Legacy in Central OC – established April 2008
2409 Park Avenue, Tustin, CA 92782
(714) 258-FISH (3474)

Movie makers can create unexpected and fun videos with the help of Adobe Premiere Elements 7. Thanks to their recent upgrades, even the most inexperienced film maker  can obtain professional quality, cool effects and exciting locations all within easy reach. 

"With the explosion of video on social networking and sharing sites, it should be quick, easy and effortless to transform raw video into polished movies worth showing off via YouTube or your own website," said Doug Mack, vice president and general manager of Consumer and Hosted Solutions at Adobe. "Premiere Elements 7 gives users Hollywood techniques to do just that, with virtually no effort required. The addition of Photoshop.com membership provides cinematic inspiration and the ability to set up screenings anywhere of videos packed with knockout effects."

New Features
Moviemakers with little to no experience can now create their very own masterpieces in mere minutes, all while utilizing these new and improved editing tools.

*Smart Tags – After each movie clip is analyzed for quality, number of faces, sound, and more, Smart Tags finds the best clips in mere seconds.

*InstantMovie – This tool allows professional-looking movies to be created by a simple drag and drop of a theme onto a series of video clips. A package of music, titles and transitions based on the theme (wedding, birthday, sports) is then added.

*Videomerge – This option helps users create a “green screen” effect, which will allow moviemakers to automatically put their subjects in the middle of different scenes, such as on stage at a rock concert, in front of a popular tourist attraction, or even walking on the moon!

*Movie Viewing – Once the finished product is ready for public consumption, movies can be displayed on high-quality DVD or high-definition Blu-ray Disc, on any screen from a mobile phone to an HD flat screen TV, or uploaded directly to YouTube from within Premiere Elements. 

Photoshop.com
For the first time ever, customers of the Adobe Premiere Elements 7 software will have the option to sign-up for a one-year membership on Photoshop.com. By doing so, users can enhance their creativity by receiving tutorials, movie themes, special effects and seasonal templates delivered to their computers on a regular basis, as well as be exposed to automatic online backup and storage of photos and videos, access to photo and videos from anywhere, and interactive options for sharing their images.

With two levels of memberships available, Photoshop.com can help moviemakers get even more creative with their  films.

*Photoshop.com Plus membership provides tutorials, seasonal artwork, themed templates, and other forms of inspiration that are routinely delivered to one’s computer. This membership also allows for 20GB of storage, which is enough room for 15,000 photos, four hours of DVD-quality videos, or a combination of both. Online backup is also availalbe with access from anywhere, via a personal account linked to the software.

*Photoshop.com Basic membership can be experienced for free, offering 5GB of storage, access to photos and videos from just about anywhere, and online photo sharing.

Available For Purchase
Adobe Premiere Elements 7 for Windows will be available in local retail outlets such as Best Buy, Circuit City, Office Depot, Office Max and Staples in October 2008. Consumers can pre-order Adobe Premiere Elements 7 at www.adobe.com, www.amazon.com, www.bestbuy.com and www.costco.com. This software will be available separately for $99.99, or as a bundle with Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 for $149.99. For more information on Adobe Photoshop Elements 7, read our article here.

Photoshop.com Plus membership will be available for purchase from within the products for $49.99 and Basic membership can be experienced for free. Information about other language versions, as well as pricing, upgrade and support policies for other countries is available at www.adobe.com/go/photoshopelements. Photoshop.com membership is available in the U.S. only.
 

Once again, Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 has upgraded their photo editing software to allow their customers the flexibility to become even more creative. Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 makes it easier than ever for Windows users to create eye-popping photos and share them with their friends and family.

"With Photoshop Elements our ultimate goal is to give people the ability to tell personal and high-impact stories with their photos," said Doug Mack, vice president and general manager of Consumer and Hosted Solutions at Adobe. "We strike a balance between editing punch and ease, so a user doesn’t have to be a pro to produce impressive results. The new Photoshop.com membership takes Photoshop Elements to the next level – extending beyond the desktop – by giving our customers access to their photos and videos from virtually anywhere, providing secure backup, delivering inspiration to fuel creativity and enabling users to keep the photos and creations they share fresh and exciting."

New Features
Editing, organizing, creating and sharing photos is now easier and quicker than ever with Adobe Photoshop elements 7.

The new features in this software include:

*Scene Cleaner – This new tool, based on Adobe’s Photomerge technology, enables users to easily brush away unwanted images in their photos. This means no more random strangers or other unwanted objects in the background of photos!

*Smart Brush – With a single stroke, the Smart Brush easily improves lighting and adds rich textures, as well as applies fifty other high tech effects.

*Quick Fix tools – Here, users can whiten teeth or brighten up the sky in one step with this easy to manipulate tool.

*Online Albums – Based on Adobe Flash technology, the new online albums provide a richer more interactive experience.

Photoshop.com
For the first time ever, customers of the Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 will have the option to sign-up for a one-year membership on Photoshop.com. By doing so, users can enhance their creativity by receiving helpful templates and creative tutorials delivered to their computers on a regular basis, as well as be exposed to automatic online backup and storage of photos, access to photo from anywhere, and interactive options for sharing their images.

With two levels of memberships available, Photoshop.com can help photographers get even more creative with their images.

*Photoshop.com Plus membership provides tutorials, seasonal artwork, themed templates, and other forms of inspiration that are routinely delivered to one’s computer. This membership also allows for 20GB of storage, which is enough room for 15,000 photos, four hours of DVD-quality videos, or a combination of both. Online backup is also availalbe with access from anywhere, via a personal account linked to the software.

*Photoshop.com Basic membership can be experienced for free, offering 2 GB of storage, access to photos and videos from just about anywhere, and online photo sharing.

Photoshop. com members will also have the ability to upload photos from their cell phones. With Photoshop.com Mobile beta, a rich Adobe Flash(r) based mobile application, camera phone users can easily upload, share and access photos using their Photoshop.com accounts. Photoshop.com Mobile runs in the background and allows consumers to take photos, send messages and run other applications while pictures are being uploaded to their Photoshop.com account. To learn more about Photoshop.com Mobile and for a list of supported phones visit www.mobile.photoshop.com.

Available For Purchase
Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 for Windows will be available in local retail outlets such as Best Buy, Circuit City, Costco, Office Depot, Office Max and Staples in October 2008. Consumers can pre-order the software at www.adobe.com, www.amazon.com, www.bestbuy.com and www.costco.com. Adobe Photoshop Elements 7 will be available for $99.99, or as a bundle deal with Adobe Premiere Elements 7 for $149.99. For more on Adobe Premiere Elements 7 read our article here.

Photoshop.com Plus membership will be available for purchase from within the products for $49.99 and Basic membership can be experienced for free. Information about other language versions, as well as pricing, upgrade and support policies for other countries is available at www.adobe.com/go/photoshopelements. Photoshop.com membership is available in the U.S. only.

Cadillac, the iconic American symbol for opulence and extravagance of past eras combined with the luxury and refinement of today, has captured the true essence of the icon with the brand new Cadillac Fragrance for Men. From the stylish and classic black packaging to the innovative design symbol – a wreath and crest – the tradition is creatively expressed in a captivating scent for men that is inspiring, bold, captivating, luxurious and masculine.

Be one of the first to get the man in your life the new Cadillac Fragrance for Men. The first 1000 people to book your fragrance for delivery or purchase, when it debuts in March 2009, will get a free gift on purchase, courtesy of Beauty Contact, Inc. Go to Beauty Contact to order now.

Beauty Contact is the global licensee for Cadillac fragrances and signed a license agreement with GM to design, develop, produce and market Cadillac fragrances globally. Cadillac Fragrance has been embraced and well-liked by everyone worldwide when the line was tested on all nationalities globally.

Hollywood was smitten as well. The stars shared their thoughts about Cadillac Fragrance for Men when they were gifted at the 2008 Emmy’s GBK Gifting Suite in Hollywood:

Thomas Dekker (Sarah Conner Chron) “That’s really nice; clean, crisp and nice…really cool! I just ran out of my Gaultier and this is great!”

Jackie Collins (Best-selling author, Joan Collins sister) Mmmm I like it; smells pretty good! Well, we want our men to smell sexy!

Keith David (2009 Emmy Award winner – Voice-over for the documentary “The Way”. “It’s pretty nice! I’ll wear it!

Rex Lee (Entourage) “It’s clean…I would wear it!”
Jean Smart (Samantha Who?)  “It’s nice, I like it a lot! Nice bottle…”

Nick Verreos (Project Runway) “Oooh… For men? Oooh it smells good, smells rich smells expensive, I like it, it’s like Santo, Hermes, Cartier…”

Other fans and recipients include Randy Jackson (American Idol),  Corky Ballast (Dancing With the Stars), Joey Fatone,  Neil Patrick Harris, Mario Lopez, Cloris Leachman, Shar Jackson and many more!

With notes of rare ebony, cloves and incense, tinged with the sparkling aromas of grapefruit and Roman chamomile, with a masculine tact introduced by geranium, tarragon and cinnamon, Cadillac Fragrance captures the essence of all that the Cadillac legacy respresents.

The line consist of a EdT Spray, After Shave, Deodorant stick, Hair and Body Wash, and Travel-sized EdT spray.

To order Cadillac Fragrance for Men or for more information, please go to www.BeautyContact.com, or fill out the downloadable form here and email it to Info@BeautyContact.com

Everyone wants to look their best for the holidays, and in this wonderful day and age of effective quick-fixes to perk up your gorgeous looks, we checked in with Dr. John Vartanian, a prominent Los Angeles facial plastic surgeon, about the latest ways that celebrities and regular folk alike are getting ready for the holidays.  Dr. Vartanian is a true innovator in the field of facial plastic surgery, developing new surgical and non-surgical methods for making Angelenos look their best. Check out his Christmas gift offerings here at special rates!

Dr John Vartanian offers a number of cutting-edge facial injections, including 3-D Botox, Micro-Botox, under-eye rejuvenation, non-surgical nasal shaping, and more. You can experience Dr. Vartanian’s artful Botox expertise this Sunday, Dec. 7th at an open house hosted by the Oceana Salon in Santa Monica, 2730 Nielson Way, Santa Monica (touted to be one of Santa Monica’s best-kept secrets) , and be gorgeous for the holidays festivities and celebrations, and your loved ones.   
                        (310) 392-4131          

Dr. Vartanian offers holiday facial rejuvenation specials and gift certificates which bundle together several non-surgical treatments together for a truly great results – and a great value! Call his office and customize the perfect gift of beauty for your loved one! www.facial-plastic.com

You can call the Glendale office, for those who prefer low-profile                      (818)662-0600           or the Beverly Hills office:                      (310)550-5959          

Dr. Vartanian has been written up and touted by various print and broadcast media outlets including: Los Angeles Times, LA Magazine, Pasadena Magazine’s Top Docs, OC Register, KTLA-5 morning news, KCBS news, Discovery-Health, TLC, Style Network, E! Entertainment, Entertainment Tonight, and more. Read our editorial on Dr. Vartanian here…

Based on techniques that have been demonstrated on shows such as TLC’s Ten Years Younger Show, he can combine several minimal techniques to make most patients look ten (or more) years younger in the time it takes to have a relaxed lunch break.

Today he shares with us pre-holiday non-surgical procedures that he recommends to his clients for looking their best. As Dr. Vartanian explains, the best time to get in for treatments are two weeks before the holidays or an important event. His approach is truly customized for each patient, taking into consideration many factors including skin type, wrinkle type, and facial structure. In addition, he recommends a combination of skin nourishing products including his own undereye and cheek skin cream which contains humectants, moisturizing, and proprietary anti-aging ingredients.

When asked what most of clients are getting done prior to the holidays, Dr. Vartanian points out some of the typical procedures performed.

3-D Botox: Reduce wrinkles brought on by frowning, squinting, or elevation of the brows. Also used to elevate the brows.

Radiesse: To fill the nasolabial line (the lines that go from the nose to the corner of the mouth)

Juverderm Ultra Plus: To fill the marionette lines (line below the corner of the mouth)

Restylane: To fill the hollow areas under the eyes, add shape or volume to lips, fill in finer facial lines and depressed scars

Perlane: To add volume to the cheeks

Thermage: To tighten skin with no downtime and without surgery.

V-Formula Cream: Moisturizing cream designed for the under eye and face containing anti-aging ingredients

Dr. Vartanian points out that with many outlets offering facial injections, it is important to choose someone who is an experienced injector. Dr. Vartanian, who is a board-certified facial plastic surgeon has been involved in three FDA studies involving facial injectables, and is a volunteer faculty at USC Medical Center.  Besides his impressive resume, what sets him apart from many others in the plastic surgery community, is his ability to deliver natural-appearing results with minimal to no downtime. This fact alone has made his office a frequent destination for many celebrities and discerning patients who demand the best.

Dr. Vartanian offers holiday facial rejuvenation specials and gift certificates which bundle together several non-surgical treatments together for a truly great results – and a great value! Call his office and customize the perfect gift of beauty for your loved one! Glendale office: (for those of you who prefer low-profile)                     (818…          or the Beverly Hills office:                     (3…         

Dr. Vartanian is holding an open house this Sunday (December 7th) at Oceana Salon in Santa Monica                      (310)392-4131          , where he will be demonstrating his 3-D Botox technique and offering Botox injections. For more information on Dr. John Vartanian you can visit his website at www.facial-plastic.com

Read our editorial on Dr. Vartanian here… 

Two offices to serve you:

                     (818)662-0600          
520 E. Broadway, Suite 200
Glendale, CA 91205

                     (310)550-5959          
201 S. Lasky Drive
Beverly Hills, CA 90212

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Travel Socks are a must-have for travelers as they help reduce the chance of blood clot formation. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)  has become a real concern and garnered a lot of attention in the news recently. Life-threatening blood clots can strike any long-distance traveler,  regardless of physical condition, age or gender. Travel Socks are recognized effective by the World Health Organization in reducing the risk of DVT.

These graduated compression Travel Socks work by applying maximum pressure at the ankle that decreases up the sock length so proper blood flow in the legs is maintained. This prevents back-flow and stagnation of blood in the lower legs that can cause, and lead to, dangerous clotting.

Travel Socks help prevent leg swelling and discomfort and are easy to put on and take off. They are made of soft, microfiber nylon, feature a reinforced heel, comfortable toe pocket and a soft, non-restrictive, stay-up-top band.

Pick some up before your next trip and travel easier. A great value at only $9.95 a pair, or three for $27, they are available in various colors.  Order exclusively at online at AmesWalker.com.

The Hanky Tanky Hanger is a unique space-saver that will triple your current closet space. It’s great for those limited spaces, and can help you utilize your walk-in closet space more efficiently. The convenient swivel hook helps you find those much-needed item quickly.

Perfect for college dorm closets, RVs/campers, cruise ship closets, and Manhattan closets, the Hanky Tanky Hanger even fits in flight garment bags. Ideal for:

• Tank Tops
• Lingerie
• Swimsuits
• Pants
• Short Sleeve Blouses
• Dresses
• Skirts/Shorts

With a price of just $29.95, the Hanky Tanky Hanger now allows you to get organized for a fraction of the cost of a professional organizer. Visit www.hankytankyhanger.com.