Best Products of the Week From The Beautyhood

I’m delighted to be contributing to Eye4StyleNYC with your weekly roundup of The Beautyhood’s most talked about topics! The Beautyhood, a Facebook group I founded little over 2 months ago, has swiftly and organically grown to an ever expanding community of over 2,000 women. It is a place where we help each other to look and feel our very best, by seeking and providing advice on all things Beauty. Here I will exclusively share with Eye4Style’s readers a few of our member’s top tips and tricks.

Also each week look out for our most Surprising Suggestion of the week!

Clean Beauty was one of our hottest topics at inception.

Members recommended RMS, (in particular their eye shadows), 100 percent pure beauty (eye cream, bronzer and vitamin c serum) and if anyone is looking for “Mica” free make up, go to Haute Cosmetics.

 

Best under eye concealer? Brilliant question – especially after the holidays. I would rather lose my cellphone than leave the house without it…right? Nars Radiant Cream was the most popular.

Glossier Stretch Concealer is also worth trying as it is so natural looking.

Mascara one of the MOST talked about topics period. Too Faced Better Than Sex for drama and volume and Lancome Definicils are recurring member favorites.

Surprising Suggestion of the Week:

A Mexican beauty secret is revealed: Use mascara by IM Natural (pictured) as a base to grow and condition your lashes. Loved this and found it on ebay for $6 + free shipping!

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I hope you enjoyed this glimpse of our wonderful community. If this leaves you wanting more from The Beautyhood… come and join the party on  Instagram and Facebook

 

 

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Drab to Fab with Red Pumps

I love a red pump. You can wear it with almost any outfit and it adds just the right amount of color.  My favorite colors to wear red pumps with are blacks, whites and denims.  Dressed up or casual,check out all the different ways to wear this color that will take any outfit from drab to fab.

red pumpshow to wear red pumps

blazer jeans t-shirt and red pumpscasual outfit with red pumps

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Two Winter Foods You Need to Add to Your Plate

  1. Artichokes are one of my favorite vegetables because 1) they are delicious and 2) they are high in antioxidants. Antioxidants help fight off free radicals that will keep your skin young and healthy by preventing premature wrinkles and boosting collagen. They also help fight inflammation and chronic disease. Fresh or frozen are fine! Add them to your salad or toss them into your stir-fry.

 

  1. Lentils are an excellent source of fiber, which helps curb your hunger by filling you up and keeping you full, so you can make it to your next meal without over-snacking. Huge plus, fiber also promotes a healthy digestive system preventing constipation and gas, i.e. that dreaded bloated feeling! They are also a great source of protein that will keep your muscles and bones strong to help you kick butt in your next spin class. Have them in your soup, add them to your salad or roast them in some olive oil for a crunchy snack.

 

For counseling appointments, recipes and blog posts check out BZ Nutrition. And keep in touch with me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

 

 

 

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3 Foods That Make You Look (& Feel) Less Tired

We all know that sleep should be a priority, but sometimes we just cannot get enough zzz’s. That lack of sleep can lead to fine lines, wrinkles, puffy eyes, redness and droopy skin…not a good look! The good news is, is that even on those days or weeks where you can never seem to catch up on sleep, you can still avoid tired-looking skin with the right foods!

 

  1. Matcha is loaded with the antioxidant EGCG, which reactivates dying skin cells making your skin look brighter and reducing wrinkles. So start your morning off with an iced or hot matcha latte to help your skin feel more awake, go with milk or unsweetened soy milk for some extra protein. Pro tip: don’t like matcha, plain green tea will also get the job done!

 

  1. Salmon is the ultimate healthy-skin food thanks to the high amount of omega-3s. Omega-3s act as anti-inflammatories inside our body that reduce irritation and redness, promote smoother skin and keep our skin hydrated. Additionally, salmon is high in the antioxidants that improve skin’s elasticity, keeping it plump and dewy. Aim to have salmon 2-3 times a week.

 

  1. Brazil nuts are rich in selenium, which improves skins elasticity, combating that sagging, tired looking skin. Selenium will also help slow down the signs of aging skin (i.e. wrinkles). Have 1 tbsp. of these delicious nuts as part of your 4pm snack.

 

Bonus Tip: Don’t forget the Water! Drinking enough water is what keeps your skin hydrated, preventing dryness, flakiness, and tightness, preventing wrinkles and that dreaded tired-look.

For counseling appointments, recipes and blog posts check out BZ Nutrition. And keep in touch with me on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook.

 

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The Only 3 Shoes You Will Need On Vacation!

I could easily fill one suitcase with shoes when packing for a vacation. Each outfit requires a certain shoe, and I was always afraid I would not have the right shoe. After years of packing shoes that never left the suit case, I finally found the perfect 3 styles of shoes that complete every vacation outfit.  Make sure you have these three styles and all your vacation shoe needs will be met.

A flat Slip On for the pool or beach.

A wedge that is casual enough for day and could also work for a casual nigh.

A heel for a night out on the town.

xx Stefanie

 

 

 

 

 

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3 Quick Ways to a Flatter Belly

Bloating can hit us in our waistline, face, fingers, and ankles making us feel puffy and uncomfortable. But the good news is that we can deflate that bloat with a few quick changes and have you feeling leaner and more like yourself by the weekend.

1. Drink up!
While it may sound counter intuitive to push out the water you’re retaining with more water, it is the most effective line of defense for bloating. Drinking more water will actually flush out the extra fluid you’re holding onto and help you deflate. Add in a slice of lemon or cucumber for some extra flavor. And skip the bubbles, the carbonation in club soda and sparking water may cause you to feel even more bloated and gassy thanks to those air bubbles.

2. Switch your starch.
Refined white bread products, like white bread, pasta, rice, and cereal will make you hold onto water. Instead ditch them and aim for whole grain bread or brown rice because these items are less processed and are high in fiber. Fiber will fight constipation and gas, which can contribute to that bloating feeling and help your belly feel flatter and leaner.

3. Pack in the potassium.
Potassium is a nutrient that actually helps our bodies debloat. Our bodies often like to retain water due to the amount of sodium we consume from various foods in our diet and potassium helps push that extra sodium and water out. So add in a combination of spinach, avocados, mushrooms, squash, sweet potatoes, edamame, beet greens, swiss chard, and bananas to your day and watch them work their magic. You can find some great recipes for these potassium-rich foods at bznutritionny.com

Whether you have a wedding, a hot date, or night out with the girls, or just night in at home, these tips will have you feeling leaner and flatter by Saturday. Have more questions, email me at Brigitte@bznutritionny.com or find me on Instagram @brigittezrd.

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10 Best Gifts Under $100

These days it is so hard to buy a gift under $100 so I searched  high and low through all my favorite stores to put together a list of my top 10 favorite gifts under $100.  Happy Shopping!

xx Stefanie
  1. Give the gift of beauty with this embroidered silk pillow case. Your hair and skin will thank you.
  2. Give a statement piece for every outfit with this lace choker from Fallon.
  3. One of my favorite trends for the season is the guitar, strap.  Love this one from from Rebecca Minkoff.
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Two-In-One Jackets

Living in NYC you can never have too many jackets.  This season the parka is the must have jacket and is everywhere!!! I Love them because they are super stylish and warm too.   And if you thought a jacket couldn’t get any better than being stylish and warm, many of them are also Two-In-One! Jackets that transform from one jacket to another jacket, giving you two completely separate looks..Uh-mazing!   Spending thousands of dollars for a jacket is so much easier to rationalize when you are getting two jackets for the price of one..ha! Here are a few of my favorite options.

Happy Shopping!

xx Stefanie

 Army By Yves Salomon

 Jocelyn Two-In-One Military Jacket

Veronica Beard East End Parka- Army Green

 Yves Salomon reversible parka

 

 

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Bring on the Sparkles…NYE Dresses

I love any excuse to get dressed up and New Years Eve is notorious for glitz and glam.  So bring on the sparkles, sequins and any other normally over the top details, they are totally acceptable and encouraged!   Whether you are going to a party or having dinner with friends have fun with your outfit, wear something super sexy and a little over the top!

 Below are some of my favorite finds to make your last night of 2016 a night to remember!

xx Stefanie

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How To Dress For A “Happy” Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is just a few days away. An amazing day with friends family and good food.   Just like with any other event, the question of what to wear is looming in our minds.  Instead of waiting till the last minute, plan ahead and select a few outfit options in advance. Take that a step further and try the outfits on so that its no surprise how things look together.  Such simple steps to avoid the madness of getting dressed and plowing through your closet like a tornado passed through.  And just to make your life even easier, I put some outfit ideas below. I chose the Tulia Pant in Black by Paige Denim to create four different looks for Thanksgiving Day!

Happy Turkey Day!

xx Stefanie

Dressing for ThanksgivingPaige Denim

Paige Denim Tulia PantDressing for Thanksgiving

 

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