Paco Rabanne takes us to the City of Angels with BLACK X.S L.A

Paco Rabanne presents its new fragrance  Black XS L. A. with a distinctive character and its many contrasting accords represent perfectly the versatility and rock'n'roll of the City of Angels. Black XS L.A. Limited Edition  for her and for him go on sale on May 1st, 2016 exclusively at Import Parfumerie.

BLACK XS L.A. for her 

This new limited edition has a strong and sensual base: delicious vanilla, mesmerizing amber and land wood.

 Black XS for L.A. has a tender heart

tender, where the famous rose hellebore and exotic orchid meet

 the exoticism and the intoxicating rum funds. On the surface, a delicate coconut water, bright cranberries, bitter orange with thick bark in opposition with the tenderness of

tamarind leaf. 

The miraculous agreement of the opposite, the marriage of love and rock,

that is its  character.

BLACK XS L.A. for him

Imagine the alter ego of this union between delicate and rock'n'roll. Black XS L.A. for him

has a crystalline mineral background softened by a cinnamon heart. In the head notes,

Florida oranges offers an energetic and tonic start - a

inflection of clary sage brings sensuality and density to the agreement. A fragrance that plays its

complexities, with its mineral and solar freshness and deeply masculin textures.

PACO RABANNE
BLACK XS L.A.

available from May 1st 2016

exclusively 

at Import Parfumerie

Safe in the sun with EUCERIN SUN

Although the lovely Spring weather we had last week now seems like a distant memory, as the weather has made a sudden u-turn to Winter with this  post I am bringing you lots of sunshine with the novelties from Eucerin Sun!

Last week I had the great pleasure to attend the Eucerin Press Event in Zurich and I can't wait to share the information with all of you.

What characterizes Eucerin SUN?

• To provide even better photoprotection, a UVA filter system / UVB photostable, very effective, was associated with a biological cell protection for active ingredients having the licochalcone A and Glycyrrhetinic Acid.

• Biological antioxidant protection with licochalcone A and Glycyrrhetinic Acid

• Physical protection: micropigments (titanium dioxide + zinc oxide) are deposited on the surface of the skin and reflect UVA and UVB rays like a mirror

• Protection with organic Tinosorb S

Eucerin Sun is the only sun care which offers the unique  biological cell protection thanks to licochalcone A and Glycyrrhetinic Acid and therefore provides long-term UVA protection.

The Eucerin Sun protection range offers expert sun protection for every skin type and this year the range can count on some new additions: the SUN Fluid Anti-Age Spf 30 & 50 and the SUN CC  Cream SPF 50+ and SPF 50+ Medium.

 

SUN FLUID ANTI-AGE SPF 30 & 50

Eucerin Sun Fluid Anti-Age available in SPF 30 and SPF 50 , is a facial sun care with Hyaluronic Acid.

 It provides  UVA/UVV protection and it designed specifically to protect skin from sun-induced skin damages while helping reduce visible signs of photoageing. 

The formula combines two cutting-edge technologies that provide comprehensive protection against UV damage, such as sun-induced age spots, and intense moisturisation to help reduce the appearance of wrinkles on the face and décolleté. 
As well as UVA and UVB protection, Biological Cell Protection comes from the combination of antioxidant Glycyrrhetinic Acid, which supports cellular protection and repair mechanism, and  Licorice Extract helps protect skin cells against sun-induced damage caused by free radicals.
The Sun Fluid has a pleasant light texture, it doesn't stick and  it is quickly absorbed while leaving a matt finish.

SUN CREME CC TINTED LIGHT SPF 50+  and MEDIUM

Eucerin Sun Creme CC Tinted SPF 50+ is a very high factor suncreen but in the same time its light colour pigments give skin an even and natural looking tanned complexion.

The innovative formula offers also protection from sun-induced skin damage. 

 The CC Creme perfectly camouflages skin imperfections through

 natural minerals. Pigments are immediately absorbed by the skin

and is thus not deposited in the fine lines and wrinkles.

It has a light texture, it is unperfumed and leaves skin with a long lasting matt finish.

Suitable for all skintypes even sensitive skin.

Available in Light and Medium.

EUCERIN SUN

available at

Pharmacies

H&M is opening its first flagship store in Geneva

Wonderful news for all the H&M fans out there as H&M will open its first flagship store in Switzerland on April 29 at 12:00, in the city center of Geneva. Located in the historic building that once housed the Uniprix, on the Rue de la Croix d'Or , and extending over 3,000 square metres and 5 floors, the store is a true dream for all fashion lovers.

"We are very happy to finally open our first flagship store in Switzerland. We look forward to bringing even more inspiration to Swiss customers  so that they can assert their own personality,"says Doris Klein, Country Manager of H&M Switzerland.

The H & M store on Rue de Marché crosses the street to become the first Flagship H&M store in Switzerland. In one of the most beautiful historical buildings in Geneva, that once hosted  the Uniprix, with a an incredible Art Nouveau facade and luxurious modern interior, the new store will inspire customers and welcome them in the fun and fashion world of H&M.

The first Flagship store in Switzerland offers a wide variety of the latest trends as well as timeless basics at the best price. The store offers the complete range of H&M departments ladies, men, children, footwear, accessories and lingerie. The long-awaited collection  H&M Home will also be available for the first time in Geneva.

On the opening day, the store will be open to customers from 12:00 to 7:30 p.m. with exclusive opening offers and numerous promotional surprises.
 A DJ will ensure a great party atmosphere. The first 5 customers in the queue outside the store before the opening will each receive a gift card worth CHF 100.-, the 50 following fashion lovers will each receive a gift card with a value of CHF 20 .-
Make sure to be there!

Björn Axen presents The Legacy 1963

The Legacy 1963 is an hommage to the founder Björn and the strength of his ambition and professional pride. With 50 years behind the brand and a focus on the future, they created a caring series with the ultimate feeling and results. The Legacy 1963 is made in an uncompromising manner and contains only high-quality, caring ingredients – the perfect balance of essential oils, antioxidants in the form of organic oils from Arctic berries and our own protein complex topped with Bulgarian rose oil, also known as “liquid gold”. You are sure to find the range which best suits the needs of your hair between the range dedicated to fine hair, the one for coarse hair and a styling one for all hair types. The Legacy 1963 is dedicated to the visionary mind of Björn Axen, he was sure that if you are in the know everything is possible.

Let's discover the line for Coarse Hair in depth:

Björn Axen Range for Coarse Hair

Coarse hair are often dry and frizzy thanks to The Legacy 1963 range for coarse hair your hair will be soft and smooth. The line cointains a high concentration of organic oils, vitamin B5 and a powerful protein complex which gives you maximum smoothness, rehydration and shine.

Björn Axen

Nourishing Shampoo for Coarse Hair

This is a very concentrated shampoo with a high level of rich organic oils that gently and thoroughly clean the hair and scalp. A powerful protein complex and vitamin B5 strengthens and moisturises, making your hair supple and wonderfully silky smooth. Shampoo your hair twice for the best results, as the specially selected surfactants will lather mildly the first time.

Björn Axen

Smoothing Milk for Coarse and Frizzy Hair

This Smoothing Milk with a high level of rich organic oils, vitamin B5 and a powerful protein complex protects, softens, conditions and smoothes the cuticle of curly and frizzy hair, without weighing it down. In addition to all the caring ingredients in the Nourishing series, we have added high levels of Sea Satin. This repairs the hair cuticle, moisturising and making the hair shiny and silky smooth. Apply to damp hair before styling.

Björn Axen

Nourishing Mask for Coarse Hair

The ultimate treatment for coarse, dry and frizzy hair, or if you just want your hair to be as soft and supple as possible.The high concentration of nourishing ingredients moisturises, builds up and strengthens the hair from within, giving it new life. Your hair will be supple and silky smooth. In this series, Nourishing Mask is the product with the highest concentration of nourishing ingredients.

Björn Axen
The Legacy 1963
is available at
Jelmoli
Globus
Manor and
selected retailers

Estée Lauder new Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Makeup Collection Summer 2016

Capture the warmth of the sun and give your skin a beautiful summer glow.
Estée Lauder presents the new Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Makeup Collection Limited Edition Summer 2016.
It is a gorgeous collection designed to give a beautiful glow to your face, to illuminate and to give you a tanned complexion all without the sun!
 Eyes, lips, cheeks and face receive drops of liquid sunshine, glossy powders and tinted creamy balms for healthy cheeks and a flawless finish. With two new palettes, the new Lip and Cheek Summer Glow, a sumptuous Summer Glow Illuminator and cults tanning products, the new Bronze Goddess Summer Glow Collection for Summer 2016 allows you to extend your beautiful  Summer glow so you can be the ultimate bronze Goddess!

NEW Limited Edition Summer Glow Eyeshadow Palette

Gorgeous Summer shades characterize this new palette of this six daring  shades of seduction that highlight, define and emphasize eyes. With textures and finishes ranging from glossy pearlescent to gorgeous matte  each shade helps to sculpt and define eyes for incandescent and voluptuous effect.

The combination of colours are endless and the shades are just perfect for Summer! The colours really blend well and they stay put for hours!

This palette can really take you from day to night, just add a bit of dark brown or tourquoise to your nude day look and you are ready for a glam pool side party!

Limited Edition Lip and Cheek Summer Glow

This new double ended lip and cheeks stick 3 in 1, gives the skin a

instant shine of summer. Combining a very easy to apply creamy colour for lips and cheeks and a liquid gloss in a double ended applicator this multitasking tool 

to slip into your bag is the new must- have makeup accessory this summer!

On one side, the colorful and moisturizing cream stick gives a beautiful glow to the lips and cheeks.

 Enriched with antioxidants and a mixture of nourishing and moisturizing oils which makes the lips

and cheeks feeling soft and hydrated. 

As a final touch, use the other side to give a glossy finish. 

The liquid Gloss can be worn alone or over a lipstick for even more volume.

Available in Peach Glow, Fuschsia Lights and Sunburst.

Limited Edition Summer Glow Multi-Palette

Illuminate. Countour. Blush. The new palette for the face sculpt 

and defines the face with its delicately shimmering colors for a beautiful natural glow.

Give your face the look of an endless Summer. Each powder - bronzer,

illuminator and blush - is designed to beautify facial features naturally and to

give a personalized summer glow. Presented in a geometric pattern in a

golden case, they were developed with Prisma technology, a trio liquid, powder and gel

which leaves the skin incredibly smooth and with an incredible projection of

color. Each uses a unique shadow pigment and pearls, to create

a variety of finishes, for a tanned face and delicately rosy cheeks which shows an

absolutely exquisite Summer glow.

Summer Glow Illuminator

A drop of summer for your face - the new illuminator is easily applied 

to magnify tanning. The light liquid instantly illuminates skin -

Use it to highlight the contours of the cheeks and brows or to

sublimate the entire face. The precious liquid illuminator is contained in a stylish

dropper glass bottle to give skin wonderul glow and luminosity.

With a single drop, the formula gently melts on the skin and gives it

a sunny glow that seems to come from within. The combination of the sculpture of light and

prismatic effects that attract and reflect light illuminate the face while

sublimating its contours. The non-greasy formula can be worn alone or over a base for

increased brightness of the skin and is suitable for all skin types and skin tones.

Bronze Goddess Powder Bronzer

This silky and luxurious bronzer gives the face, shoulders and décolleté a glow worthy of

a day at the beach. 

This bronzer perfects your tan and also makes up for the lack of sunshine on cloudy days. 

Apply it on the flat parts of the face, hairline, on

cheekbones, where the sun usually kisses your face, 

and do not forget to spread on your neck and

your collarbones as a final touch. Available in four warm colors to suit

all skin tones - light, medium, medium deep.

Limited Edition Gelée Bronzer

Universally flattering this creamy and airy  gel bronzer literally glides over the skin and

gives the face a luminous glow as you have just been in the sun. The soft  and light texture  gives your complexion a natural looking radiance.

The new versatile and innovative formula penetrates easily in  the skin for  an even application which can be worn also over a base.

Estée Lauder

new Bronze Goddess Summer Glow 

Makeup Collection Summer 2016

Limited Edition

is available now

at your Estée Lauder counter

Green ambitions with a total look H&M

Green..a colour I don't usually go for but which I certainly have to reconsider. I have been told my eyes also look green which I never thought. So I decided to match my outfit to my recently discovered green eyes! Not to mention green is having a moment right now, it is everywhere from the catwalks to the red carpet.

This outfit is for the best part from my trusty H&M, the long cardigan, top, pants all are in store now. H&M has really done it again as the collection instore at the moment has some amazing pieces which for me are true must-haves, such as these 7/8 pants which I also got in khaki green, long cardigans and beautiful printed tops perfect for spring.

I also got a few boho inspired dresses and tops and can't wait for the good weather to finally come around to be able to wear them.

So happy I will be attending the VIP opening night of the Flagship Store in Geneva on Thursday so stay tuned!

Xoxo

My-Sweetvalentine

Jacket: MANGO

Cardigan: H&M

Top: H&M

Pants: H&M

Watch: MICHAEL KORS

Bag: STELLA MCCARTNEY

Shoes: JEFFREY CAMPBELL

URBAN DECAY SUMMER COLLECTION 2016

UD has launched its Summer Collection 2016 and believe it is amazing! Everything you wished for it is here!
I had the great pleasure of attending the Urban Decay event in Zurich where I was able to discover the collection and to see some make up demo by UD International Makeup artist Jillian Ward.
The collection includes a foundation and concealer hybrid, a bronzer, two new shades of eyepencils, a powder highlighter and what for me is the star of this collection the Naked Skin One & Done! Available in 6 shades it is a multitasking cream which combines the benefits of skin treatment and protection with the coverage of a sheer foundation. I am sold!
 I was of course really impressed by the collection as a whole, which focuses on giving you a natural radiant glow which is just what we want for the Summer months. And don't let me start on the amazing packaging..it will make you think you are on the beach..so be ready for your UD Getaway!

UD International Makeup Artist Jillian Ward

UD XX Vice Ldt Reloaded

This ultra limited-edition palette represents perfectly 20 years of UD. The palette offers 20 addictive shades, a beautiful mix of new shades and old favorites, from vintage shades like Gash, Acid Rain and UV-B to must haves from the current collection you have really got it all.

You will also find some new shades and favorites from old palettes.

This is really a palette that anyone can use as it has really something for everyone.

The eyeshadows in the palette feature UD Pigment Infusion System which gives them a velvety texture, rich colour, staying power and blendability.

The case is gorgeous boasting the jewel-inlaid initials and thanks to the huge mirror and double-ended brush you will be able to apply your make up also on the go.

NAKED SKIN

One & Done

Hybrid Complexion Perfector

One & Done makes things easy for us in one step you're done! At the end of the day I am more than happy to take a shortcut as long as the results are amazing and with Naked Skin One & Done they certainly are.

It combines all the benefits of  skin care and protection but all with the coverage of a sheer foundation giving you this way the best of both worlds.

 It covers imperfections and evens out skin tones while feeling amazing on the skin.

It really transforms the look of your skin as the light-diffusing spheres instantly make your skin appear flawless and radiant.

The formula is oil-free and has lots of nourishing ingredients which means you could even skip your skincare especially in the warmer months. Thanks to its Spf 20 you are also protected against sun damage.

Over time with use pores appear smaller and skin is much firmer with a beautiful glow.

Available in: Light, Light Medium, Medium, Medium Dark, Dark and Deep

BEACH BRONZER

This super-soft powder bronzes applies so smoothly, it doesn't streaks and gives you a beautiful bronzed, radiant glow.

And we all know there is nothing better than glowing skin especially in summer! If you are used to other bronzers being dry and leaving you with uneven skin you will be amazed by how this bronzer feel on your skin and how it gives you a natural-looking coverage.

It really feels amazing, just dust the silky powder on your face and body and look like you just come back from a holiday in the sun!

Plus don't you just love the fab packaging..so summery, it makes me feel like I am on the beach

AFTERGLOW

8-hour Powder Highlighter

This lightweight, finely milled powder higlighter feels really luxurious and soft on the skin. It blends ever so easily and provides up to 8 hrs coverage. 

It goes on sheer and it blends so well, use as much as you want depending on which effect you want to obtain. Create a glowy, strobed look in a flash that lasts all day.

Available in: Sin, Fireball and Aura

URBAN DECAY
SUMMER COLLECTION 2016

is available now