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Posted by on Jan 7, 2008 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

We’re Feelin’: Old School?

An old roommate and I used to have an amazing collection of nail polishes. Perhaps close to 200 shades. A portion of them lined up very pretty, filling the medicine cabinet (who actually needs medicine?), while others stay nestled in baskets and arrayed tastefully in drawers and closets…seriously, it must have been way over 200. It was every shade and every manufacturer imaginable. Still, I can distinctly remember certain phases and looks.

My all time favorite is still a dark red pedicure (circa 1990’s Vamp or Essie or Revlon Vixen)and an American manicure, but I’ve experienced it all. OPI is always an easy grab, you can find them everywhere.

So what am I feelin’ lately? I’ve snagged 5 OPI bottles since October, which is hardly a record, but I find I keep coming back to these. Two bottles of Hollywood Blonde (I cannot get enough of this beautiful pink & gold color), My Big Break (which is a throwback on an old pinky/magenta shade called Orchid I used to wear, but looks deeper and richer – I haven’t yet used it), then two blues: Who Are You Wearing? and Light My Sapphire.

I’m not sure if the blues are just catching up with me because it finally feels like winter (it was a long and lovely fall here), but I’ve scheduled my mani/pedi and want to go all out. Who are you Wearing? looks purple in the bottle, but has blue notes on. It almost looks too…silly, save for the fact it is deep. Light My Sapphire on the other hand alternates between navy-ish blue with a pearl grey hue. I love the serious/industrial feel. And for a dark polish, it is much more attractive than straight black (which I could never get into).

Let’s see if I actually jump ship into this sea of blue. Having hoarded them for the last 3 months though, they are feelin’ a bit old school.

Do you do blue?

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Posted by on Jan 6, 2008 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Introducing Solessence Solace Systems

Though technically it is the dead of winter, you may be off on mental jaunts to a sunny island somewhere. Or perhaps you really are getting ready to explore your inner Baywatch babe in Mexico, Mauritius or the Seychelles. Problem is:

1) ‘Water retention’ is the only moisturizing treatment you’ve had in ages.
2) In the interest of self preservation, you’ve been holed up in thick layers for months, and can only describe your current skin tone as ‘Dawn of the Dead’
3) No rest for the weary: Your normal routines aren’t providing any room for a needed break to even prepare for a vaca!

This is where a spa comes in handy. A good treatment can shake you out of your moody blues, jump start the detoxification process, and give your skin the much needed attention it deserves to stay soft, supple and in good health. You can (and should!) follow a great do-it-yourself maintenance plan with our at-home scrubs and facials. But in this do-it-yourself world, it is beneficial to hand yourself over to trained hands now and again and release yourself from the worries of the world. Just relax and let go…

To aid in this effort, we are pleased to announce the Solessence Solace System ™, where a comforting world revolves around you. Highlighted here, a series of hand/feet and cocoon wraps enable you to emerge refresh and renewed with each use. Each treatment is comprised of a main component, and corresponding capsules to heighten and customize the experience.

Each treatment consists of 8 luxurious steps, and include the Solessence signature Brush Off ™, Warm Up™, Rub Down ™, Down Time ™, Dry Down ™, Cool Down ™, Finishing Mist ™.

Treatments are formulated for water and waterless spas. We are pleased to expand this collection of natural, organic and vegan treatments for the wholesale spa market. Inquire at your favorite spa or, if you are a spa owner, please contact us directly at sales@solessence.com or 888.835.9888

Solessence Signature Treatments are natural, organic and vegan formulations designed to bring mental and physical solace, while adding a turbo-boost to your overall beauty routine. These gentle yet effective formulations excel whether moisturizing, detoxifying and/or re-mineralizing, and provide the highest level of pampering by your spa esthetician/technician.


Mexican Hot Chocolate Decadence
Rich, pampering, rewarding – and uniquely ours. Add a little kick-start with our custom blend of organic Coconut Creme, Chocolate and Vanilla Absolute, with a shot of cinnamon* for a self heating, decadently relaxing, circulation-stimulating wrap. Organic cocoa and shea butters deeply penetrate, leaving your skin in a silky state of softness. *optional. Those desiring to leave out the cinnamon may opt for the equally delicious Hot Chocolate Wrap

Making Waves Herbal
Create quite a stir with this mineral-rich, seaweed infused treatment. Take in the clean, herbal scent of lemongrass and clary sage , while you are smoothed down in aesthetic swirls of exfoliation. Emerge from this sea of a sanctuary refreshed and vibrant, as the appearance of dull, lifeless skin is effortlessly washed away.


Asian Persuasion Detox
It’s no mystery how you can quickly be persuaded by this blend. Jaw-dropping neroli, pressed from the blossoms of the bitter orange, is combined with patchouli, sandalwood and citrus to create a heady, rich, uplifting blend that will convince you all is right with the world. Mineral-rich Rhassoul detoxify and remineralize with silica, magnesium, potassium, calcium and additional trace minerals.


Yuzu Gold Glow – (including 24K treatments)
The Japanese revere the small Yuzu citrus for the balance it is believed to bring to one’s system. Fresh, at times tart, but always uplifting. Add a 24K Gold facial or body treatment, believed to aid collagen (that which keeps us youthful in appearance) to get the ultimate glow.


Girl With The Pearl Complexion
We don’t bother our oyster friends for this solution. Instead, a pearlescent Vitamin C resurfacing treatment is used to slough dead skin cells, even tone, and gently brighten. Enhance the experience with a Pearl facial to restore your luster from head-to-toe.

Please enquire about additional treatments, such as Raspberry Blues, Days of Wine & Roses, and more.

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Posted by on Jan 4, 2008 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Favorite Things 2007

For the second year in a row, Solessence products have been listed in the ‘Favorite Things’ among beauty bloggers. This very fun rundown showcases products beauty junkies don’t want to be without. A huge thank you for the inclusion!
A quick note, these items are on a special promotion right now at Beauty Brands stores. Check out the site to find a location near you.

TheMakeUpGirlBlog.com writes:

Solessence Yuzu Gold Shea Butter This is AMAZING! I love the consitenccy…like digging into a tub of margarine. The scent is FANTASTIC and the moisture level it gives your skin is insane.

Solessence Creamed Sugar & Coconut Milk Scrub

was also listed in the top 10 at A Girl’s Gotta Spa!

Every year, the magic continues to build as we find amazing and wonderful people coming into our lives. People Magazine, TV Guide, the interest from beauty bloggers…and of course, our wonderful customers. A very big thank you for having first discovered, and now loving our products. We promise to continue working hard to bring you your coveted items.

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Posted by on Jan 1, 2008 in Uncategorized | 0 comments

Hello, Beautiful


Today begins a whole new you. 12 more precious months at your beck and call, upon which to lavish your every whim (or whine).

Gotta love it!

We have been slowed down a bit by the monster that is called Vista (perfection, thy name was XP), but we can’t be stopped. It seems everywhere you turn, a pollyanna-ish optimism is felt for 2008, and we are more than happy to join ranks and cheer. It seems odd to recount 2007 on this side of the date marker, but for those of you along on our ride, it was sometimes wild, but always welcome. We can’t thank enough those who found us for the first time last year, and those who are faithfuls from years prior. We appreciate you all.

We are looking forward to showering you with many treats this year, in terms of product as well as production! Can’t say more at this time, but we promise it will be amazing for the body as well as mind & soul. Our goal anyway, and many hands are working hard to organize at this time. When the time is right, you’ll be the first to know.

Have a good NYE story? Do share.

We’re feelin’: OPI Nail Lacquer in Hollywood Blonde

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