[nyc] beauty
Lush [posted on August 28, 2006]
A cosmetics and skincare line with stores worldwide, Lush believes in making effective products out of fresh organic fruit and vegetables, the finest essential oils and safe synthetics, without animal ingredients or animal testing, and in writing the quantitative list on the outside. They believe in making their own fresh products by hand, printing their own labels and making their own fragrances. Lush also uses fair-trade ingredients where possible. [Lush]
Ling Skin Care Spa [posted on July 19, 2006]
Ling helms a burgeoning skincare business that includes three upscale salons in New York, boasting an impressive list of celebrity clients. Her skincare range features natural healing botanicals such as chamomile, almond oil and aloe (all free from alcohol, lanolin and fragrance) alongside today's buzzword ingredients: from oxygen to collagen, alpha hydroxy acids to vitamins. [Ling Skin Care Spa]
Great Jones Spa [posted on July 19, 2006]
The Great Jones Spa incorporates the Eastern ideas of spiritual harmony with the best in therapies from around the world to create a unique experience for you. At the Great Jones Spa, our goal is to do more than beautify and relax your body; we strive to give you a new perspective on life and the world around you by promoting harmony and balance in all things. [Great Jones Spa]
IIKH [posted on May 5, 2006]
Seeking to help people live a simple, stylish and sophisticated life while also being in balance with the world, IIKH is the place to go in New York, as well as online, for smart, stylish, sexy and green living products. They've got a good selection of things like linens and towels, as well as some things to make your house a home, like tableware and accessories. Lots of groovy furniture and beauty products round out the selection from the store that combines substance with style. [IIKH]