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Chef and Naturalist Team Up to Create Natural Hand Crafted Soap

Wed, 28 May 2008 10:31:20 GMT

RALEIGH, N.C., May 28 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- What do you get when you combine a chef and a naturalist? No, it's not a trick question. The result is beautifully handcrafted soap from Natural Handcrafted Soap, a Raleigh, N.C.-based company. "Making soap is a lot like cooking," Nick DiTomasso, co-owner of Natural Handcrafted Soap, explains. "It requires blending ingredients and getting just the right balance."

Di Tomasso's partner, who hails from Brazil, was handed down recipes from her grandmother that included natural ingredients from the rain forest for soaps that really make a difference on one's skin.

"It was a natural relationship for us to come together to create these wonderfully-natural soap products," DiTomasso says.

All soaps are handmade. "Some even include herbs from our personal garden," DiTomasso adds.

These old-fashioned, handcrafted natural soaps are created in small batches using a variety of natural oils, butters and botanicals from many of the world's regions ranging from the rain forests of Brazil and the hills of Italy, to the Provencal countryside of France and ancient Egypt.

The soaps are different from many others on the market in that they are "super sudsy" and leave skin feeling velvety soft. This feature is attributed to the 100 percent natural essential and fragrance oils that are used.

Generally, commercial soaps found at a local grocery store, are filled with chemical additives that not only dry out skin, but can lead to rashes and other irritations. This, in part, is due to synthetic additives and the removal of glycerin.

When using natural soaps, people will enjoy moisturizing, healing benefits, and exfoliating properties. This is made possible through the use of herbs, butters, spices and natural botanicals. Each bar of natural soap is hand-cut and hand packed.

"We do it all," DiTomasso says.

These natural soaps are crafted using natural herbs, spices and clays; they contain no artificial ingredients. Ingredients include, but are not limited to: olive oil, grape seed oil, mango butter, lavender oil, Egyptian geranium, cinnamon, and rose clay. Naturally occurring glycerin is also present.

Approximately 40 different choices are available from an array of categories - citrus fruits, plant and flower extract, from the tree, oatmeal, goat's milk and buttermilk, espresso coffee, from the sea, clays, herbs and triple-milled French.

For more information, visit: www.NaturalHandcraftedSoap.com or email: naturalhandcraftedsoap@gmail.com.

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bodibartenders(TM) Help Customers to Create Custom Personal Care Products

Tue, 20 May 2008 16:59:45 GMT

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., May 20 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Red Lime Products, Inc. has launched a new web site where customers can not only choose from an array of personal care products, they can design them as well. Established in 2005, Red Lime Products Inc. is an international direct distributor of private label indoor tanning lotions, custom personal care products, and the exclusive distributor of the bodibar(R) system - a patent-pending personal care system.

Prior to the launch of the web site, www.mybodibar.com, these products were only available in retail outlets, tanning salons and spas around the world. Now, customers can put their creative combinations to work and order custom personal care products on line.

"While there are many personal care product companies out there, not many allow their customers to create unique fragrance blends, colors and ingredients," Scott Johnson, CEO Red Lime Products, says. "You dream it; we blend it."

Currently, personal care products available include: moisturizer, bodi gel, bodi mist, bodi wash, and tanning lotion.

Creative combinations abound with over one million possibilities available.

bodibartenders(TM) execute the orders and use the most accurate methods to dose out selected components directly into the retail bottle, ensuring a completely sanitary solution. The cap is placed on the bottle and put into the advanced mixing system that never touches the product, but instead "folds" the mix over 500 times. Custom permanent labels are applied to the bottle; it includes the mix recipe, blend date, best if used by date, and the name of the person the mix was created for.

Some of the more popular fragrances include jasmine, vanilla and citrus splash. And, if a customer wants a pink lotion accompanied by a blue gel a bodibartender(TM) can easily make this happen in only minutes.

bodibar's products are also getting recognized by credible news sources. In February 2008, their bodibar(R) moisturizer was selected as the "Just-For-You" moisturizer by "Looking Fit Magazine." And, an article in the "Island Sun Times" reported that tanning salon owners were simply raving about the bodibar(R).

Currently, the company is having a grand opening sale where new customers will receive 50 percent off. In addition, mybodibar.com is firmly committed to giving back to the community. As a result, the company will donate $1 from each transaction to a local, reputable charity of the customer's choice.

For more information, visit: www.mybodibar.com.

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Virtue(R) Links to God, Holy Spirit, Christ, Eckhart Tolle and Stillness; 'New Earth' Presentation Draws Comment from IBI Execs

Wed, 26 Mar 2008 15:36:38 GMT

ORANGE, Calif., March 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Be Still and know that I am God," said IBI CEO Rick Larimore, "is the passage that Eckhart Tolle referenced from the Bible's Psalm 46:10 in the first interview of Oprah's on-line presentation of Tolle's recent book 'The New Earth,' presented at oprah.com. This is the Biblical passage we have referenced the last 2 1/2 years on virtueperfume.com and our pamphlet, for the same reason. God resides in the still, silent center that is us."

"There is a challenge that many Christians face in relating to God, the Holy Spirit and Jesus Christ. Their inclination is to relate to the personage of Jesus, but, in fact, His admonition to His followers was to relate to the Holy Spirit in His absence. Why? We know that God is formless and are admonished in the Bible to never have any engraved images of Him to worship."

"We also know that God, the Holy Spirit, and Christ are considered three aspects of the Holy Trinity, the 3 in 1. I would think that rather than just 'believe' this, a Christian would ask themselves, 'What connects the 3? What do they all have in common?'," proposed Mr. Larimore.

"Another Biblical tenet is that we, humans, are made in God's image. We know that God is formless, so how are we made in His image? It can't be our physical body's that are representing God's image. It must be some part of ourselves that is formless. Then how do we become formless or relate to formlessness? I would think we have to 'BE' formless. The only way we can make ourselves formless is to be perfectly still. Still in heart and mind. No thoughts, no emotions. To focus on the stillness and 'BEING' the stillness."

Christ said, "I and the Father are one. If the Father is formless, how is Jesus formless and how is He - One with the Father?"

"If what I offer is true. That BEing still; stilling yourself and identifying with the stillness connects you with God's formlessness, then another passage by Jesus takes on a whole new aspect."

Christ also said, "I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me. If you know me, you know my Father also."

"Consider that Jesus was identified with His formless, still, silent self and had made, as Eckhart Tolle calls it, the Awakened shift into identification with the still formlessness that is God. Jesus would be the 'stillness' and no one would come to the Father's 'stillness', except by Him, because there is no difference in the 'stillness' that is the Father or the Christ or the 'stillness' in you (Christ in you)."

"Faith is an important aspect of this; assisting us in dealing with something that is not physically identifiable. By affirming and acting on the understanding that God's formless love, power and presence is with us always, by Faith, we open a door to accepting this formlessness into our lives as a reality. For the person that has not Awakened to the Still identification, Faith is indispensable in living a spiritual, Christ centered life. Faith mimics the reality of the Awakening, by allowing us to function as though we were awakened," counseled Mr. Larimore.

"We created Virtue perfume as a tool to assist people to accelerate their identification with the still, silent part of ourselves, and to assist those who have trouble holding in their awareness, this conscious connection to the formlessness of BEing Still. When we say it's to remind you of God, we mean it helps a person refer their attention in any given moment, to the 'Stillness and Presence' of what we call God," added Vicki Pratt, President of IBI, whose inspiration underscored the development of Virtue(R).

"As an assist to connecting to the stillness, oprah.com suggests in the section on Spiritual Exercises, 'Some people appreciate tools and practices to help them develop still and alert attention,'" added Ms. Pratt.

"Virtue perfume reminds someone to make this connection in a very powerful way. Wear it while doing your spiritual practices and identify the fragrance with your experience. Later, you smell Virtue(R), you remember why you're wearing it and take a moment to deepen your relationship with the stillness. It reinforces by repetition and conditioned memory. Virtue's fragrance is unique and its uniqueness is perfect for the identification with something spiritually formless and typically unfamiliar to common thinking and feeling," assured Mr. Larimore.

"It helps bring to awareness your spiritual unity with God," added Ms. Pratt.

IBI's current "Stay Connected" promotion is "15% or $12 Off" Virtue's $80 cost, plus Free Shipping with $50 minimum in the USA or Canada, through Mother's Day. Simply type "stayconnected" in the Coupon space within the www.virtueperfume.com website shopping cart. Virtue's remarkable body lotion, for $42 is also available.

IBI, formed in 2005 as a niche fragrance company based in Orange County, CA, officially launched Virtue(R) on its website April 3, 2007. Mr. Larimore's book on virtue will release later this year. Enquiries: 1-714-974-8333.

No celebrity endorsement claimed or implied.

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America's StriVectin the Only 'Great' Serum for Mature, Aging Complexions, Says Leading British Newspaper

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 09:52:46 GMT

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Feb. 27 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Wildly popular among 30-somethings who don't want to look a single day older and just as popular with 50-somethings who'd like to look 40 again, StriVectin(R)-HS Hydro-Thermal Deep Wrinkle Serum(TM) from Klein-Becker has now been singled out as the only "great" beauty serum for older complexions by The Independent, a leading British newspaper, in a just published "beauty serum" ranking.

"This kind of multi-generational acceptance is unheard of in the cosmetics industry," says Gina Daines, spokesperson for Klein-Becker, makers of StriVectin (www.StriVectin.com).

"Older women are usually eager to try products that younger women prefer; unfortunately, many products that work well for younger skin are less than ideal for aging complexions. So, StriVectin-HS Hydro-Thermal Deep Wrinkle Serum is really an anomaly - a formula that works equally well with both younger and older skin. The reason is, I believe, that StriVectin specifically targets the Dermal-Epidermal Junction, the DEJ. And as dermatologists know, the DEJ is the place where deep wrinkles begin regardless of your age."

So what is the Dermal-Epidermal Junction and why does targeting it make StriVectin-HS so popular? The Dermal-Epidermal Junction (or DEJ) is a narrow wall of rolling, "wave-like" cells just below the surface of the skin... no more than 100 nanometers thick... a complex layer of cells acting as the interface between the epidermis and the dermis, playing a critical role in tissue repair and the soundness of skin architecture. In simple terms, the DEJ controls the structural integrity of your skin... it's the key to reducing the visible effects of deep wrinkles caused by photo-damage and aging.

StriVectin-HS Hydro-Thermal Deep Wrinkle Serum is the first and only thermophyllic serum specifically developed to intensify Dermal-Epidermal Junction integrity... dramatically reducing the appearance of pronounced deep wrinkles, enlarged pores and stubborn surface imperfections no matter how young or how old you are.

"Of course, we're flattered The Independent singled out StriVectin-HS as being great for older complexions," says Ms Daines, "but we're not really surprised. Although made here in America, StriVectin-HS Hydro-Thermal Deep Wrinkle Serum has dominated the deep wrinkle serum category in prestige retailers in more than 46 countries around the globe, including Saks Fifth Avenue, Bloomingdale's, Sephora, Macy's and Dillard's in the United States. And that success can be attributed to one thing and one thing only: StriVectin-HS is unequalled in its ability to reduce the appearance of deep wrinkles and creases in photo-aged skin."

All trademarks acknowledged.

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'Stem Cell' Creams Revolutionizing Anti-Aging Skin Care Market

Thu, 24 Jan 2008 13:51:41 GMT

Products like Amatokin seen as the "Future of Skin Rejuvenation"

NEW YORK, N.Y. - Jan. 24 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- If you haven't heard that "Stem-Cell" technology is revolutionizing skin care, you're probably one of those people who still thinks her supermarket moisturizer is just as good as the "expensive stuff." According to the skincare experts at Voss Laboratories(TM), makers of Amatokin(R) Emulsion For The Face, "Stem Cells" are the future of skin rejuvenation. Why? These new "Stem-Cell" emulsions can actually "rejuvenate" skin by "awakening" your body's own reservoir of undifferentiated Stem Cells.

"Not only will they reduce the appearance of fine lines, deep lines and other age-related imperfections," explains Gina Gay, spokesperson for Amatokin, "These high-tech emulsions make your skin look smoother, tighter, healthier... in other words younger... really younger."

That's why virtually every major cosmetic manufacturer is rushing to tap into this new stem-cell technology.

"Cosmetic chemists around the globe are burning the midnight oil for one simple reason," explains research scientist Dr. Richard Wells, Ph.D. "As we age, stem-cell utilization for skin repair is less efficient. However, the potential that nature has given us to access these endogenous stem-cell reservoirs for skin rejuvenation is quite remarkable. That's why science is seeking to activate the potential of our inherent adult stem-cell reservoirs. In so doing, the practical use of stem-cell technology can provide the consumer with a topical, anti-aging cosmetic formula that simply makes everyone look years younger."

What does this mean in plain English? Stem cells are hot... and getting hotter. And why not? Imagine a complexion that's new, fresh, and with "perfect" skin cells that are undamaged by age, sun or pollution.

The Amatokin(R) Story
Amatokin has quite a history. Developed in Russia at the "super-secret" Research and Production Center for Medical Biotechnology (a high-security medical lab located 62 miles north of St. Petersburg, surrounded by razor wire and machine-gun-toting armed guards... no kidding), the Amatokin peptide (known in official circles as polypeptide #153) was developed as part of ongoing research to help burn victims (interestingly, today's most important "anti-aging" compounds are derived from burn-related research).

"Right now, Amatokin is the most talked about skin cream in the world," said Ms. Gay. "When Amatokin premiered at Sephora's flagship store on the famed Champs-Ã‰lysÃ©es (under large banners proclaiming 'Stem Cells... The Promise of Skin Rejuvenation) Parisian women lined up to get their hands on what the media was calling 'the most profound skin-care breakthrough in more than three decades.' Right there, in the middle of Paris and the heart of the world's cosmetic industry, the crowd's excitement and anticipation were quite a sight."

NOTE: Amatokin(R) Emulsion For The Face costs $190 for 30 ml (approx. one-month supply) and is available at Bloomingdale's, Sephora, Nordstrom, Macy's, Lord & Taylor and Saks 5th Avenue, or directly from Voss Labs at www.Amatokin.com. The Amatokin family also includes Amatokin(R) Eye Cream and Amatokin(R) Intensive Skin-Rejuvenating Serum.

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New Book Reveals Ways to Enhance and Alter Skin Color

Fri, 30 Nov 2007 00:01:01 GMT

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. - Nov. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The old adage that "beauty is only skin deep" is true, but diet and lifestyle make it possible to change the skin's color, if so desired. "Unlocking the Mystery of Skin Color" (ISBN: 978-0-9792103-0-3), a new book scheduled to be released by Thienna, Inc., in mid-December, provides tips on how to control and to change the skin's color.

On Sunday, December 16 at 5:00 p.m., in the basketball gym of San Francisco State University, Author Dr. Thienna Ho will announce the book's launch and have a question and answer period.

Dr. Thienna explains that skin color is not permanent; it can be changed, to a remarkable degree, without the use of toxic drugs, chemicals, or steroids.

According to Dr. Thienna, this incredible method is not new. It has taken thousands of years of dietary practices and traditions to create the diversity of skin colors we see in the world today; they are changeable through the use of those same elements.

"Unlocking the Mystery of Skin Color" reveals age-old traditions that led to the development of the lightest complexions, such as those seen in Northern Europe and Japan.

"This book will teach people how to use diet and lifestyle to control their own skin color," Dr. Thienna says.

Readers will learn how to lighten their complexion, not only on the face, but all over their body. They will also be given tips on how to even out complexions, reduce visible age and sun spots, and eliminate hyper-pigmentation.

Sun damage is always a concern. Tips for restoring sun-damaged, dull, and darkened skin to a youthful and healthy luster are revealed.

What about trouble areas such as the knees and elbows? These areas require extra attention and natural color can be restored to skin that is ashen or gray.

If a yellow hue is cause for concern, there are ways to noticeably reduce the cast and maybe even achieve a natural tan complexion.

The book also addresses a variety of popular questions that include: Why do the poorest countries have people with the darkest skin? Why do some African-American celebrities seem to grow lighter over time? Why do people tan even when they do not go out in the sun?

Dr. Thienna has written a book that promises to deliver results, no matter what the skin color.

The author was born in Saigon, Vietnam three months after Viet Cong forces attacked the city during the infamous Tet Offensive. Eleven years later, Dr. Thienna and her family fled communist Vietnam in a 50-foot wooden boat that carried 285 passengers. On its way to Indonesia, the vessel was attacked by pirates on numerous occasions. Less than one year later, Dr. Thienna's family immigrated to the U.S. and settled in San Francisco.

Dr. Thienna is founder of Thienna, Inc. and is one of the world's leading authorities on human skin color. She holds a number of academic degrees, including a BA in Economics; a BS in Microbiology; a Graduate Certificate in Genetic Engineering; an MA in Business Administration; and a Ph.D. in Scientific Nutrition. She also has performed significant additional study in the fields of chemistry, biology, and molecular biology. At the age of 27, Dr. Thienna started a small business that has blossomed into a million-dollar success.

Where to find the book? Visit: www.thienna.com; or call 415-829-3936.

DISCLAIMER: The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not evaluated these statements. The products discussed in this book are not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent any disease.

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World's First Spiritual Perfume and Connecting to God - Scent Makes Sense ... According to God and Science

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 17:25:28 GMT

ORANGE, Calif., Oct. 30 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Recent scientific findings indicates new niche fragrance, Virtue(R) parfum, and its inspirational concept are on solid ground with olfactory research, associative behavior research, and the Bible. "Virtue(R) was created to be a reminder for Godly focus and help a person connect through fragrance. We developed it for anyone seeking a relationship with their Creator," said Vicki Pratt, President, of IBI, of Orange, CA.

Richard Axel, MD, Noble Prize winner for his olfactory research, indicates that as much as 5% of our genetic material goes into the makeup of our sense of smell, more than vision or hearing. Dr. Axel's research revealed how more complex and sophisticated the olfactory perception mechanism is compared to the other senses.

"No wonder God made a Holy Incense as a signature fragrance to be identified with only Himself," continued Ms. Pratt. "It's like your memories of a favorite loving relative who always wore her favorite perfume. Every time you smell that fragrance, a memory gets relived, with warm fuzzy emotions. Such a response was imprinted and enhanced over time, one fragrant moment after another. A simple association on the surface, but the revived memory has a profound effect on the mind and emotions, causing changes in our bio-chemical makeup. This imprinted response is how Virtue can help you recreate and reconnect to your spiritual experiences spontaneously."

"We launched in the spring," adds IBI CEO, Rick Larimore, "and fragrance professionals worldwide got excited over our new perfume concept. Perfume as a spiritual tool has never been an industry focus."

Science has known since Pavlov's dog experiments that repeated physical stimuli, through association, can bring about automatic physical and emotional responses. Other studies have since documented that high spiritual states bring about biochemical, physical and emotional changes in people.

"When spiritual experiences get associated with the scent," Larimore added, "it's reasonable to expect, that smelling the fragrance again, triggering the same physical and emotional reactions, will bring support of the spiritual state that originally caused them. That's how Virtue's inspired formulation can help access a state of spiritual connection, you've previously achieved through prayer, worship, meditation, etc."

Many modern Christian religions rarely use incense or any fragrance, evidently not understanding its spiritual significance in worship. Yet, historically incense has been common in the worship service of most other religions, including some Christian sects.

"I think you can trust that God knew what He was doing. Biblically speaking, it's apparent He knew about imprinting the consciousness of a human being long before we did," surmised Mr. Larimore.

A biblical scholar recently suggested that fragrance in association with worship had been dismissed as a hallmark of Catholic idolatry. "An odd notion, since he implies God, by having a Holy Incense, is guilty of encouraging idolatry," mused Larimore.

"Six years of our time and resources we're given to create Virtue," offers Ms. Pratt. "Spirit meticulously led us to create a quality product that honors and glorifies Virtue's sacred mission. The wise men didn't bring Jesus pot metal and herbs. They brought Him precious gold, frankincense, and myrrh. Valuing the spiritual side of ourselves is important."

Mr. Larimore shared, "All people seeking an enhanced relationship with God, Christ or the Holy Spirit will appreciate how Virtue can hold open the inner doorway to the Still Godly Presence. You smell Virtue's unique fragrance, sourced from biblical text, remember why you're wearing it, then pause to reflect, shifting your attention and finding your Still Godly center, again . . . and again."

"Virtue's scent reminders are helpful even under stress, thanks to their capacity to have effects on subconscious triggers for spiritual connection, through repetition. You needn't see this fragrance, or even be thinking about it to have it grab your nose's attention, automatically reminding you. Associative behavior can be very effective when properly focused. Virtue's constant, immediate access, as a perfume, makes its entrainment potential even more powerfully useful."

"The real beauty & blessing of Virtue is how it provides an outer avenue for the Holy Spirit to reach you, when your inner door is blocked by worry, doubt, work, want or other worldly thoughts. In time, you'll find it easier and easier to make this transition from worldly to spiritual focus without the fragrance, our true mission."

IBI's current "Stay Connected" promotion is "15% or $12 Off" Virtue's $80 cost, plus Free Shipping in USA and Canada, through November 18th. Simply type "stayconnected" in the Coupon space, during Checkout, in the shopping cart. Gift wrapping and personalized gift card are available for $5.

Join the mailing list on-site at www.virtueperfume.com will provide the most current promotions and product announcements, including the unveiling of Virtue(R)'s remarkable Body Lotion in a few weeks.

Although IBI has had the Virtue website, since October, 2005, Virtue(R) perfume premiered at the Miss Anaheim pageant, March 11th, 2007, and officially launched on Virtue's new website April 3rd. Five complementary products are in development. For additional information, please call 714-974-8333.

Website: www.virtueperfume.com.

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Cosmetics that Rock: AMP Cosmetics Mixes Makeup with Music

Mon, 15 Oct 2007 15:30:00 GMT

OAKLAND, Calif. - Oct. 15 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AMP Cosmetics has launched a new line of cosmetics that rock. The products are dedicated to women who not only changed the sound, but the look of rock and roll. The team of experts at AMP Cosmetics has assembled a collection of high-quality products in some of the most vivid and bold colors available today.

The eye shadows are rich in pigment with a finely milled, silky texture for easy blending. The blush colors are perfect for highlighting and contouring cheeks and the lipsticks are a rich, creamy texture that are vibrant and long lasting.

Product names such as "I want Candy," and "Lust for Life" evoke images of rock and roll and beckon one's inner rock star to be released.

"If you are seeking nice, safe, neutral shades, we are not the line for you," Ralph R. Kacy, III, president of AMP Cosmetics, said. "We know we're not for everyone. We target our products to people who want to make a statement that says, 'Look at me; I Rock!'"

The initial product launch includes: 10 eye-shadow colors, four blush colors and eight vitamin-E infused lipsticks. Many more products are planned for early 2008. All cosmetics are made in the U.S. and are cruelty free. They are comprised of top-notch ingredients and adhere to the highest-quality standards.

AMP's packaging is sleek and sexy in black and silver hues. The company also promises more for less money. Eye-shadows, blush and lipsticks are .14 ounces a piece and each item is available for $13.

Founder, Kacy, is a Bay Area makeup artist with a passion for, not only cosmetics, but music as well. A portion of all AMP proceeds are donated to VH1's "Save the Music."

AMP's web site (www.AMPcosmetics.net) features their exclusive cosmetic line, and also promotes rising, female-based musical acts. They offer free makeup tips, and there is even a page where AMP fans can send pictures of themselves demonstrating personal creativity with AMP products.

AMP holds monthly makeup-giveaways and for music lovers, quarterly guitar package giveaways support female musicians. The next guitar giveaway is scheduled for Thanksgiving Day.

Interested customers can shop securely online at: www.AMPcosmetics.net.

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A Slimming Gel that Really Works?

Wed, 10 Oct 2007 22:18:00 GMT

Demand for New "Tummy Flattening Gel" Takes Retailer, Nordstrom, by Surprise

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah - Oct. 10 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With its key compound touted as "The Dream Cream" by none other than the famed Washington Post, no one should have been surprised when Tummy Flattening Gel(TM) (TFG), from Sovage Dermatologic Laboratories(TM), began flying off the shelves at prestige retailer, Nordstrom, but they were.

"We knew there was a tremendous demand for an effective topical slimming gel," said Gina Gay, spokesperson for Sovage(*). "But the customer base for Tummy Flattening Gel has been high-end spas and exclusive 'beauty' retreats and not traditional cosmetic counters. So we did wonder if Nordstrom's consumers would connect with TFG and its $119 price tag. We were pleasantly surprised when initial sales figures showed that Tummy Flattening Gel was a huge hit."

"Although it's called Tummy Flattening Gel, don't let the name fool you... not only does TFG make your tummy and abs look great, but it also lets you reduce the appearance of bulging pockets of unsightly fat wherever they appear."

"This new, highly concentrated formula finally allows for precise, targeted application... making it the first, true 'spot-reducing gel,'" says Nathalie Chevreau, Ph.D., R.D., Director of Women's Health for Basic Research(R), L.L.C., exclusive distributor for Sovage Labs. "In simple terms, Sovage Tummy Flattening Gel makes your midsection, or anywhere else you apply it, look flatter, trimmer and much more well defined."

In other words, put TFG on your thigh, it goes to work directly on your thigh. Thick around the middle? Apply TFG to your waist or tummy and (with diet and exercise, of course) watch as they begin to appear thinner, trimmer and tighter. You can even apply TFG to your double chin. Wherever you've got those unsightly lumps and bumps, there's nothing better than topically applied Tummy Flattening Gel... "The Dream Cream."

With its success at Nordstrom, Tummy Flattening will soon debut at Sephora and other prestige retailers nationwide. For additional information, visit www.Sovage.com.

*NOTE: All references to the term Sovage(TM) refer to the full trade name of Sovage(TM) Dermatologic Laboratories(TM).

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BadFun Introduces Sexy Lip Glosses That Do More Than Pay You Lip Service

Wed, 12 Sep 2007 16:15:00 GMT

HOBOKEN, N.J. - Sept. 12 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sugar Lips is a collection of high-quality, long-lasting lip glosses from BadFun.com that let you unleash both your nice and naughty sides. These moisture enriched glosses with deliciously flirty names like "Kiss My Cinnabuns" and "Ride 'em Raspberry" are the perfect accessory for a polished yet sexy look. When applied, you'll experience their sweet taste, luscious flavor and a pleasant tingling sensation. Because they're edible and sugar-free, they can be applied elsewhere on the body for more creative uses.

"Women are increasingly turning to cosmetics products that have multiple uses and we're eager to tap into that trend," explains BadFun.com president Nicole Matthias. She adds, "We believe that the Sugar Lips glosses will fill a need for women looking to feel sexy both in and out of the bedroom."

These elegantly packaged lip glosses come in six different colors ranging from a light pink to a soft brown and are meant to compliment women of every skin tone. They are formulated with castor oil, jojoba oil, and soybean oil which help to moisturize and soften for extremely kissable lips. And, the Sugar Lips glosses are cruelty-free and have not been tested on animals.

The Sugar Lips collection includes the following shades:
* Ride 'em Raspberry
* Lick My Strawberry
* Pump Me Colada
* Kiss My Cinnabuns
* Whip Me Cream

Sugar Lips glosses are available online at badfun.com for $14.50

About BadFun
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Virtuous Woman Has New Fashion Accessory; Subtle Companion to Help Enhance a Woman's Life - Redefines Virtue

Tue, 01 May 2007 23:59:00 GMT

ORANGE, Calif., May 1 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Our new perfume is the perfect fashion accessory for a woman of virtue," said Rick Larimore, CEO, of IBI, a niche fragrance company based in Orange, CA. "Our perfume's presence in the market helps bring into focus the real essence of what 'virtue' is really about."

Typically, actions of virtuous women are thought of as being good or moral behavior. Mr. Larimore asserts that, "Virtue is really your relationship with God, Christ or Spiritual Self. The depth of that relationship is revealed in your behavior. Anything that enhances that relationship enhances your virtue. Virtue(R) perfume does that, by reminding you, through scent, to think of God and practice His presence."

"When a woman cares for her family and friends with her incredible strength of purpose, selflessness, and loving care for the wellbeing of each, she does it from this inner connectedness. It's to honor these demands a woman faces, that Virtue(R) was created."

"When women are so busy, they can lose their center and feel overwhelmed. Taking time for their inner-Self and God... they can tap this 'wellspring' and renew their strength, personal power, intuitiveness, ability to love, and creativity in handling their daily demands. Virtue(R) can help remind them to inwardly connect," urges IBI's CEO.

"A woman can be working the 'To Do' list in her head, feeling overwhelmed. She notices the smell coming from her wrist. It gently reminded her it was there, and in the reminder, she remembered why she's wearing Virtue(R). Taking a moment, she thinks of God and lets His peace embrace her, giving a moment's rest and renewed strength. Help, through the gentle reminder of a very inspired fragrance."

Vicki Pratt, President of IBI, whose inspiration led to Virtue's creation, offers, "Created entirely from Biblical text, it had to be authentic, but contemporary, yet, truly unique. Unique enough to be a reminder of God."

"Some women will say I prefer this or I prefer that, but this is not about preferences. It's about being reminded to renew your-Self at God's internal well. A fragrance, that is to remind you of God, can't smell like a mass-market perfume. Use it with reverence for 'that' part of you enhances Virtue's ability to help you connect," she promises.

It can, not only, help you connect with God, but with others who smell your beautiful fragrance. Opportunity to share spiritually becomes an option, for those so inclined.

Its ingredients and high-end packaging puts Virtue's normal perfume retail in the $110-120/bottle range. Redemption of IBI's Premiere certificate places its retail at nearly half that.

IBI offers to share its lowered mark for fundraising with non-profits and religious groups seeking to spread the scriptural message of God's love and His presence, and raise funds for their good works. Interested organizations can apply at www.virtueperfume.com.

In honor of Mother's Day, the website offers free shipping and introductory $15 certificates for immediate redemption. Any virtuous woman, be they a bride, wife, daughter, graduate or someone special, are all honored with this discount through May.

IBI, formed in 2005 as a niche fragrance company based in Orange County, CA. Virtue(R) perfume introduced at the Miss Anaheim pageant, March 11th, and was officially premiered on Virtue's website April 3rd. Four other products are currently in development.

For more information, please call 714-974-8333 or visit www.virtueperfume.com.

World's First Spiritual Perfume Introduced; Virtue(R) Reminds Wearer of God

Tue, 03 Apr 2007 05:07:00 GMT

ORANGE, Calif., Apr. 3 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The world's first spiritual perfume - Virtue(R) - was premiered this week by IBI, a niche fragrance company in Orange, CA. Based upon an inspired Biblical formula, the perfume is designed to be a reminder of God, Christ, spiritual self and soul.

"We turned to the Bible to seek inspiration about which items to include and became convinced that a formulation would reveal itself," explains Rick Larimore, IBI's chief executive officer. "Creating Virtue(R) has been an adventurous journey through fragrance and scripture, with remarkable miracles confirming our choices."

Virtue's subtle blend includes top notes of apricot, pomegranate and fig that transition to a gentle heart of iris, warming to a golden base of rich, exotic woods of frankincense, myrrh, aloe, and spikenard. Several ingredients cost up to $4,500 per kilogram, making Virtue(R) a truly precious mixture of oils. It is available in a 1.7-fluid ounce French bottle and over cap, with 24-kt gold raised lettering on the bottle and embossed gold foil lettering on the box, pamphlet enclosed. Virtue(R) retails for $80 and is available only via the Internet at www.virtueperfume.com.

"The natural oils of Virtue(R) blend with the wearer's own body chemistry to form your own signature fragrance. Uniquely beautiful and definitely unforgettable, it places the wearer in an ancient world of senses, enduring and timeless for over 3,000 years," says Vicki Pratt, IBI's president. "A gift for someone special or your own unique treasure, Virtue(R) brings a valued gift of scent and hope of a renewed spiritual self. No one has ever done this before in a perfume - developing a fragrance that reminds us of our, sometimes frail, conscious link to God."

Six years in development, Virtue(R) is Pratt's inspiration. Her fragrance career started as a perfume demonstrator at Disneyland's Mademoiselle Antoinette's Parfumerie, overlapping her 30 years experience as a home fragrance manufacturer. Pratt and Larimore have relied on divine guidance throughout Virtue(R)'s creation.

Researching possible names, Pratt and Larimore, through prayer, were guided to "virtue." A full year after filing for a registered trademark, the team became aware that virtue was surprisingly associated with fragrance.

"Biblically, fragrance was associated with Christ and many of the saints; including last century's Padre Pio, who gave off a fragrance that was associated with virtue," explains Larimore. "Almost every religion and spiritual system worldwide acknowledges that many individuals of high spiritual attainment give off a fragrance attributed to their virtue."

For example, in the King James Version of the New Testament, virtue is recognized as both a power and a presence. When the lady touched Christ's robe it says, "And Jesus, immediately knew in himself that virtue had gone out of Him, turned Him about in the press and said, who touched my clothes?" (Mark 5:30). Christ understood virtue's power and presence - and knew when some of it left him.

While researching ingredients, Pratt and Larimore turned to the Scriptures to investigate a substantial list of Biblical items. Modern scholarship revealed the true nature of those items, not originally translated correctly.

In research, the IBI team discovered that the "apple" of the Bible was not likely the "forbidden fruit." Native apples did not exist in the Holy Land in ancient times. Scholarship has long since revealed the likely candidates were pomegranate or apricot. The references in the Bible to the apple tree say it offered shade and its fruits were sweet tasting, fragrant, gold in color, resting amongst silvery leaves - indicating apricot, one of the most plentiful fruits of the Holy Land. The apricot essence - the last ingredient of Virtue(R) to have its technical difficulties resolved - brought a unique twist to the perfume's purpose.

"Because Virtue(R) was created to remind the wearer to feel God's spiritual presence throughout the day, it's especially fitting that the 'forbidden fruit' is now the prime top note for reconnecting to His spirit," says Larimore. "In a subtle turning of the tables, apricot now assists as a simple reminder of our Divine associations and spiritual intent."

Initial product testing in 2005 at Barney's New York in Beverly Hills showed that 95% of those tested - male and female - loved the fragrance. Typically, 30% or better "likeability" is considered a success. Initial users of Virtue(R) report that the fragrance is not only a great reminder of God, but layers beautifully with other fragrances.

As part of its premier launch, IBI is offering free shipping and introductory $15 Certificates on the website, for immediate redemption.

Orange County, CA-based IBI was formed in 2005 as a niche fragrance company. It will introduce a Biblically based moisturizing lotion soon.

For more information, please call 714-974-8333 or visit www.virtueperfume.com.

The Casts of 'Lost' and 'Heroes' Indulge in the Luxurious t'Zerah Skin Care Treatments During Rehearsals for the 2007 Golden Globe Awards

Tue, 16 Jan 2007 23:24:00 GMT

SAN ANSELMO, Calif. - Jan. 16 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Members from the casts of Golden Globe nominees Lost and Heroes got the chance to indulge in the luxurious t'Zerah skin care treatments at the Backstage Creations Retreat during rehearsals at the 2007 Golden Globe(R) Awards and left looking and feeling a little more relaxed, gorgeous and ready for the red carpet.

Bai Ling, Daniel Dae Kim, Yunjin Kim and Ian Somerhalder (from Lost) and Hayden Panetierre, Adrian Pasper, Sendhil Ramamurthy and Ali Larter (from Heroes) all visited the retreat and experienced these luxurious products and then went home with an exclusive collection of t'Zerah products presented in a custom made ivory silk box filled with flower petals and wrapped in hand made Japanese rice paper.

*(Photo Caption: Hayden Panetierre enjoys t'Zerah at the Backstage Creations Retreat.)

Before they left, here's what they said about the products:

And it wasn't just the casts of these two programs that fell in love with the products. In fact women, as well as the men in Hollywood were asking for more. Terrence Howard (of Crash) was heard saying, "Mmmm. That feels good. Can you hook me up with two of those boxes?"

T'Zerah, a luxurious couture-quality line of skin care inspired by the ancient knowledge of the restorative power of plants, was selected as the exclusive skin care line at the Backstage Creations Retreat during the Golden Globe rehearsals on Saturday and Sunday. Nearly 60 celebrity presenters were invited to visit the retreat over the weekend.

T'Zerah is made with only the freshest, purest essences of flowers, fruits, plants and precious minerals carefully selected for their ability to harmonize with the skin, rejuvenating and restoring its vitality and radiance. You can truly feel the difference - the products have a freshness and vitality that has become the t'Zerah signature.

Backstage Creations is the leading company providing corporate clients an exclusive opportunity to personally introduce their products and services to celebrities. Invited celebrities visit custom designed "Retreats" to relax and choose products selected by event organizers as "thank-you" gifts. Backstage Creations has created celebrity retreats at various industry events including the Golden Globes Awards, People's Choice Awards and Billboard Music Awards.

All trademarks acknowledged.

Text provided by Mimi Field PR on behalf of the news source.

Beauty Expert Gives Lecture for Learning Annex

Tue, 26 Sep 2006 20:02:00 GMT

Beauty at the Speed of Light! The Tools of the Martel Beauty System for Natural Results

LOS ANGELES, Calif. - Sept. 26 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Gloria Martel, author and speaker, as well as a licensed cosmetician and esthetician and the creator of the innovative "Gloria Martel Beauty System," is lecturing at The Learning Annex Health, Beauty and Wellness Day, September 30th.

Come join us on September 30th, 2006, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
To enroll online: www.learningannex.com, Course 302R
To enroll by phone: 310-478-6677

*(Photo Caption: Gloria Martel using her SkinLift Light)

Gloria Shares her non-invasive alternatives to botox injections and surgical facelifts. Get smooth, youthful skin without nips, tucks or injections!

"Are your wrinkles, lines and crow's feet starting to bother you?," asks Gloria. "Would you like to hear about what you can do to get rid of them without surgeries, pain, risk or a serious commitment of time and money?"

At the lecture, Gloria Martel will show innovative techniques and exercises to:

"I look forward to seeing you in person on September 30th at the Los Angeles Convention Center for the Learning Annex Health, Beauty and Wellness Day," added Gloria.

Visit Gloria's website at www.gloriamartel.com.

Product review from Canada:
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Pomega5 Joins Mt. Tam Peak Hike Sponsors in Support of the Breast Cancer Fund

Mon, 25 Sep 2006 23:18:00 GMT

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SAN ANSELMO, Calif. - Sept. 25 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On Saturday September 30th, Pomega, LLC will support the Breast Cancer Fund by participating in the annual Peak Hike fundraiser, handing out samples of Pomega5(TM) Healing Cream to participants, offering hand massages, and donating products to the Safe Cosmetics Spa Pavilion.

Over 500 participants are expected to hike up Mt. Tamalpais in support of the Breast Cancer Fund's annual Peak Hike. Each participant or team has raised at least $250 in donations for the Breast Cancer Fund. After the hike, all participants will enjoy lunch, live entertainment and the Safe Cosmetics Spa Pavilion. The Spa Pavillion will offer massages and mini-facials and the opportunity to sample skin care products that are free from potentially cancer causing chemical ingredients, including Pomega5(TM) Healing Cream.

"Pomega5 shares the Breast Cancer Fund's compassion and commitment to educating women about the importance of being aware of what you put in your body and what you put on your skin," says company president and founder Tzeira Sofer.

Pomega5(TM) is the first complete line of organic pomegranate seed oil skin treatments and nutritional supplements, capturing the miracle of the pomegranate in products that use 100% pure cold-pressed pomegranate seed oil. Pomegranate seed oil contains punicic acid, a type of conjugated fatty acid or CLA. Pomegranate seed oil is one of only a few plant-based sources of CLA, shown to be one of the most powerful immune-support compounds ever discovered in nature.

Pomega5(TM) Healing Cream is made with pure organic ultra-premium pomegranate seed oil, combined with carrot seed oil, calendula oil, arnica oil, and layered with essential oils; plant ingredients known for their restoring and nourishing properties. It is made without fillers, synthetics or perfumes, and is naturally preservative-free.

The Pomega5(TM) nutritional supplement line includes Pure Organic Pomegranate Seed Oil Capsules and Pure Organic Pomegranate Seed Oil Complex. Pomega5(TM) oil comes from the seeds of pomegranates grown organically in the Mediterranean. The ideal blend of climate, soil and traditional farming methods yields pomegranates that are renowned for their very high concentration of punicic acid. A powerful antioxidant, phytoestrogen, Omega-5 conjugated fatty acid and rare plant-based source of CLA, pomegranate seed oil has been recently re-discovered for its broad spectrum of beneficial uses for the body.

Breast Cancer Fund
Breast Cancer Fund is the leading national organization focused on identifying the causes of breast cancer and preventing the disease. The Breast Cancer Fund believes that most breast cancer can be prevented, and works towards its mission of eliminate environmental causes of the disease through public education and policy initiatives.

Pomega5(TM)
Pomega, LLC was founded and is based in Marin County, California. Pomega5(TM) skin treatment products are available locally at Whole Foods, Good Earth, Molly Stone's, Vitamin Express and other select health and wellness stores. They are also available on line at www.pomega5.com.