HERE are the brand-new must-haves for all beauty junkies, launched exclusively at Henri Bendel yesterday:
1. Giella’s custom-blend cosmetics introduces Organic Body Wash ($24), a natural liquid soap made with organic sunflower and coconut oils. Choose from essential oils such as basil, lavender and violet – and flavors such as apple, bubble-gum and chocolate – and the mixologist will create your personalized scent on the spot.
2. Alcohol-free Meridian Bikini Rescue ($32) is perfect as a pre-wax treatment to prevent gross ungrown hairs.
3. Alaska Glacial Mud Co.’s Glacial Facial Purifying Mineral Mud Masque ($34) is made in Alaska with mud from the mineral-rich Copper River Delta. Founder Lauren Padawer, an environmental activist,
also enhances the products with certified organic ingredients such as kelp, yarrow, cranberry and elderflower from the Pacific Northwest.
4. Laura Mercier’s Corner Lash ($20) is like fake lashes for dummies –
the glue is black, so you can see where you’re applying it.
5. Slather on Child’s new Extremely Rich Body Créme ($92) in the company’s cult fragrance; it’s perfect for blustery winter days.
6. From the creators of the light-up Liperazzi comes BeautyRehab, a fave of the Spice Girls and Amy Winehouse (who, we’re guessing, just likes the name). The $12 pucker-softener comes in Rose Salve and Spearmint versions.
7. British ayurvedic and homeopathic physician Nitasha Budeo brings her line of certified organic skin- and body-care stateside for the first time. Try the Rasayana Rejuvenating Face Serum ($90) to firm skin and help soften fine lines and spots.
8. Brazilian designer Isabela Capeto crosses
the border with her whimsically packaged perfume that smells
like black pepper, Brazilian waterlilies and sandalwood, ($80.)
9. French perfumerie Etat Libre d’Orange – the company that bottled “Secretions Magnifiques,” the scent of bodily secretions – launches Rossy de Palma ($85). Thankfully, this one is not offensive at all.
Juicy invite: Bring your resident Gossip Girl or your inner teenager to Lancome’s Upper West Side boutique on Feb. 2 to purchase the adorable new C. Kane Juicy Tube lip glosses and maybe a chance to have your makeup done by the company’s top makeup artists. Mocktails, cupcakes and goodie bags for everyone. E-mail CSchramke@lancome-usa.com to RSVP.
A total shoe-in: Devi Kroell launches a new spring shoe collection that’s just as swoon-worthy as her much-coveted ultra-luxe python handbags. And just like her roomy bags, her footwear melds practicality with glamour – these “Great Jones” red python pumps (below, $820) feature a substantial heel and stabilizing platform, and her “Amade” beige satin flats (left, $520) are slipper-soft. Devi Kroell shoes are available at Jeffrey New York (449 W. 14th St.; [212] 206-1272).
Charmed, I’m sure: This month’s must-have accessory: A limited-edition Tory Burch charm bracelet decorated with a sunflower (a replica of a pendant Burch’s father made for his mother), a Tory tunic (the first Tory Burch piece ever), a Reva ballerina flat (the company’s best-selling shoe), a luggage tag (Burch’s clothes are made for traveling), and a peace sign. Available for $295, check toryburch.com for locations.
High in fiber: Inder Bedi, the creative director of Matt & Nat, is a devout vegan, so it’s only fitting that his well-priced creations are animal- and eco-friendly. For spring, we’re coveting this sleek linen Jorja Fox LG bag, a snip at $135 from mattandnat.com.
Finger-lickin’ good: Barielle launches an adorable collection of martini-inspired nail polishes. We’re crazy about the very berry “Flirtini,” the sexy and sheer “Baretini,” and hot coral “Suntini.” Plus, at $8 a pop at barielle.com, they’re cheaper than tipple at your local bar.
Cheaper than the rings: We’re seeing stars with Tiffany & Co.’s new optical line, including this gorgeous “Tiffany Lace” style ($1,100) with a sunburst design in sterling silver with a center diamond. Check out the entire collection at Ilori, 128 Spring St.; (212) 226-8276. The frames range in price from $380 to $1,100.