I just tested the best makeup I’ve ever applied to my face. It almost looks a professional job, too. It’s Sorme. When the PR company wrote me about it they said it has anti-aging qualities and a host of celebrity customers. “Makeovers are nothing new for Sorme,” they wrote, “we work with some of the biggest names in film, TV and on
Broadway,” said senior makeup artist Robert Hensley. Well after my first use I’m convinced. I first applied Fresh Start, an under foundation cosmetic that helps reduce fine lines and a smoother application. Then I used my own foundation over it and it did just what they claimed. My makeup looked natural and lines were definitely diminished. Next I did my eyes with the  Under Shadow, which you use before applying shadow. My lids came out perfect. A little dab of Goddess 802 Believable Bronzer on my cheek bones, Ultra Lash Lengthening Mascara on my lashes, Jet Liner under my upper lids (which  also went on flawlessly)  and some Plump & Shine on my lips and voila I did my own makeup this well. I love the stuff.  

Sormé’s blend of natural minerals, botanicals, healing vitamins and clinically proven age-reversing peptides is the perfect match for the new advances in HD technology, which have revolutionized how Hollywood does makeup. For over 20 years Sormé has teamed with professional makeup artists and the finest formulators around the world, creating a line that has become the makeup of choice for many top Hollywood film studios and celebrities.

 By the way the assortment shown in the photo I shot is available in a little tote bag and makes a perfect gift for any woman on your list, or treat  yourself.

  *Sormé is the Egyptian name for the natural black ‘Kohl’ substance used by queens and princesses to enhance their eyes; ‘the mirror of the soul.’ Dating back to the 4th millennium, it was Cleopatra who made this intensely pigmented black powder a sensation with her exotic eye makeup. ‘Kohl’ is still used today to create the mysterious allure that is truly timeless.

About Sormé

Superb makeup must be both glamorous and beneficial to your skin – the living canvas for every color. For over 20 years, Sormé has teamed with professional makeup artists and the finest formulators around the world to bring you an exceptional blend of traditional beauty wisdom and advanced anti-aging technology in every product.

 Active plant botanicals, natural minerals, healing vitamins and clinically proven, age-reversing peptides help protect and improve your skin as rich color pigments enhance your natural beauty. For more information visit www.sorme.com

Here It is my annual guide to

outside the box awesome 

holiday gifts…   

Each one personally tested, sampled or looked at up close and personal to ensure it fits the bill.

  I  finally got it right. After many attempts I bought him just the right electric shaver, The Remington F-5790 and not only does he love it, I get to enjoy the super close shave that leaves his skin so smooth and soft.

…available at:  www.allbaby.com–one-stop shopping for all absolutely adorable baby gifts  such as blankets, baskets, picture frames and more for mom and children. 

 I’ve been shopping for ideas all year long–and I add new ideas as I find them up until Christmas Eve–so sit back, relax and do your shopping from the comfort of your own PC, MAC or laptop.

Okay this just in:     Light up their life with the Guiding Light –a novel new gadget by Sharpe Products, Inc., that fits over traditional-style mail boxes for night  time visibility.  Like all the products you see on Pattisprattles.wordpress.com, I personally tested this one and I love it. However because our mailbox is square shaped it doesn’t fit on top. But we cleverly placed the light outside our front gate and it works perfect to brightly display our street address and provide added protection from intruders. The solar-powered light really glows in the dark. For a limited time the company is providing shipping and handling with each order. At $79.95, it’s perfect for anyone on your list who owns a home or a street side mailbox. Go to www.guidingmailbox.com

What a Doll! Every young girl will love this Our Generation  Sydney Lee Ballet Doll from Battat, Inc..  Just in time for the holidays, the adorable ballerina comes with a storybook, accessories, two outfits, and everything a dancer needs. And it’s only $32.99 at  www.Target.com. The company actually has 5 other new dolls for Christmas like Lily Anna, the Horseback Rider; Eva the Detective; Hally, the back-to-school doll, Mary Lynn, the Music Recital doll and Katelyn, the figure skater.  For additional information check out www.battatco.com.

Cool computer Accessories–  new essential  for every computer user on  your list.  Got mine a couple of days ago and loving it. It’s FreeAgent Go portable drive from Seagate--a moveable feast of all of your data –easily and conveniently transported where ever you go.  I’ve been using several flash drives to store docs, photos and important stuff. But now  500 GB  provides a one-stop storage for everything, and I can take it with me and plug it into any other PC or laptop.  FreeAgent comes in four cool colors (I love the ruby red) and sells for about $179 but I’ve seen a few deals when searching on the web or at www.seagate.com.   They also make FreeAgents for MACs.  It’s just one of the best presents you can give.  

Anyhow I’ve been shooting with the Vivitar T328 and the videos and photos are clear and professional-looking. I like the large 2.4 ” viewing screen, the 8X digital zoom and the ease of use. A child can operate it. Best of all the suggested retail is just $120, a real bargain for what’s packed into one compact case. You do have to go out and buy an SD card though, I was disappointed to discover this, but used one from my other camera and it worked fine. www.vivitar.com.       And Coby’s CAM3000..LL

 Jewelry  always works especially when it’s handcrafted with love from SimaG Jewelry (www.Simag.etsy.com).  Extraordinary designer,  Sima Gilday, will create any piece of jewelry for you or those on your list at remarkably reasonable rates. She made me a very special necklace and I asked her how she decided in the design, and a few other questions: For Wine Lovers–
.    Soiree, the in-bottle wine decanter aerates wine and makes it easy to decant

A: I can not tell you it is a gift.lol. But if you really want to know …it is 39 dollars.

 Q:  Can you make a piece from someone’s design? If someone wanted a particular design for a friend will you do that and how much would that cost? A:  I will be HAPPY to create a necklace for anyone of their  loved ones.

That’s why i names m y little biz :

 wine. Soiree enhances the bouquet and flavors of any wine and can make even a $10 bottle of wine taste like a $20 bottle.  By simply pouring wine through the Soiree, wine is infused with oxygen, the key ingredient needed to “open up” a bottle of wine.

The attractive blown glass makes it such an elegant gift even though it’s priced at only $24.99. 
Soiree is availabl online at www.winesoiree.com and at retailers and wineries nationwide

 Give gifts of beauty with Zia Natural Skincare’s Holiday Sets–personal  skin-type kits that help rejuvenate, freshen and make skin nourished and new, naturally! 

Normal to Combo Kit:                                Dry Kit:

1.6 oz Fresh Cleansing Gel                                           1.6 oz Moisturizing Cleanser
1.6 oz Bamboo Exfoliant                                               1.6 oz Bamboo Exfoliant                      
1.6 oz Sea Tonic Rosewater & Aloe Toner                   1.6 oz Sea Tonic Rosewater & Aloe Toner
.12 oz Ultimate Moisture                                               .25 oz Nourishing Crème
.25 oz Fresh Papaya Enzyme Mask                              .25 oz Citrus Night Time Reversal

 Oily Kit:                                                             1.6 oz Aloe & Citrus Wash

1.6 oz Bamboo Exfoliant

1.6 oz Sea Tonic Aloe Toner

.25 oz Herbal Moisture Gel

.25 oz Pumpkin Exfoliating Mask

Zia To-Go Facial Gift Set ………………..……………………………….….…….$19.95 

Check out   www.zianatural.com 

Just test drove  Jockey’s 2009 collection–each piece makes a great gift or buy a whole set for any male or female on your list. Choose from camis to sexy bikini bottoms  for her  and bottoms for him. Perfect fit every time, top quality materials and affordable prices for any gift giving budget.

Classic Tanks are available in several color. The  form-flattering fit is perfect for  layering or lounging.“Natural Warmth”–with the No Panty Line Promise Modal Long John and Scoop Neck Top is designed to for warmth. “A Sporty Steal”–Low Impact Seamless Bra offers  support, shape and style makes for the perfect sports bra with seamless ribbing and support from fully-lined cups.
Big Look, Mini Price” — Minis Y-Front® Low Rise Bikini  pair retro styling with a retro price point, this fun fall piece provides a sporty look with Jockey’s signature Y-front®  design. The cotton blend is soft and light against the skin  and very comfy, cozy. Priced from $9.50 to $30. www.jockey.com 

Coming Soon cool  Ascots, Ties, Socks and more…

Stocking Stuffers–Every year I arm you with ideas for stuffing those stockings hung by the chimney. So my first recommendation is something nearly everybody can use: Batteries–but not any battery, –I just loaded two “Fuji EnviroMAX Digital Alkaline” batteries into my digital camera, they’re supposed to work better and last longer and really make great gifts. 

FAQs: no poisonous cadmium, lithium, or mercury. Packaged with recycled paper and fully recyclable PET plastic.  Harmlessly disposed of through normal waste systems. No  ingredients harmful to the environment as they degrade -are landfill safe -equal or exceed performance/longevity of major equivalent brands-offer outstanding performance at affordable cost.   Fuji EnviroMAX batteries are made in some of the world’s more eco-respectful battery plants, operating under ISO 14001 environmental certification—some of the strictest standards of environmental responsibility. www.greenfuji.com

Add a little flair–I just finished decorating my office  and laundry walls with nifty decals from flair4all–and it gets my vote for a unique holiday gift for anyone, frome tween and teens to moms. What fun. I covered up scratches, holes and marks with fun designs.Only $20 a sheet  with 70 designs and assorted color palettes to suit all tastes at http://www.flair4all.com

Sock it to them– with nifty socks in a myriad of fun styles from polka dots to florals and many more.  I just got my samples and they’re so comfy, I’m wearing my poka dots right now. Ozone’s are made of  cotton, nylon and spandex–wear them around the house, in bed or out. And with a suggest retail price of only $12, great gifts for men, women and children on your list. Check it out:  www.ozonesocks.com 

   Coby,  one of my favorite makers of digital electronics, recently introduced it’s Digital Camcorders for under $100. And if my CAM3000 is any indication, they work great. It’s just $39.99 and comes with a 1.5 inch LCD full color display, 4x digital zoom, 32 MB built in memory, Arsoft Media Impression for editing and uploading to YouTube, batteries  and more. It’s sleek, easy to operate and fun for everyone on your shopping list. www.cobyusa.com  

   Coby,  one of my favorite makers of digital electronics, recently introduced it’s Digital Camcorders for under $100. And if my CAM3000 is any indication, they work great. It’s just $39.99 and comes with a 1.5 inch LCD full color display, 4x digital zoom, 32 MB built in memory, Arsoft Media Impression for editing and uploading to YouTube, batteries  and more. It’s sleek, easy to operate and fun for everyone on your shopping list. www.cobyusa.com

  I found some really great gifts for any occasion from WMF Americas, Inc. and I just tested each one personally. The tea set is perfect for those who enjoy a perfectly brewed spot of tea; the kids cooking set is just adorable for any baby boy or girl; and the stylish bar set is idea for tipplers and party hosts.       

It’s a little teapot short and stout but a lot more– WMF SmarTea Set is a beautifully-crafted tea set that provides a hassle-free way to brew soothing, flavored hot tea.  From the hand-blown, heat-proof glass pot all the way down to the innovative stainless-steel teapot warmer, the set exudes style. Gift givers will be sure to delight with this uniquely designed, chic set including a tea pot, infuser and warmer. ($119.90) 

 Wowie, just tested  great new products…

Talk about wow factor– I was duly awed after two days of using Votre Vu Mal-Ligne Wrinkle Eraser.  You apply it in the morning and voila, wrinkles are ironed out, well at least greatly diminished. This product really works and costs much less than you’d expect at $56 for an ounce. I also sampled the Portrait Collar Restorative Neck Creme and saw similar results. I love trying all this great products for my blog. Anyhow, the French cosmetic’s company, Votre Vu, was introduced here by Harold Zimmerman last January. Zimmerman claims the product utilizes European methods and are fast becoming an economical substitute for high-priced  spa treatments. Adapted for all skin types and reasonably priced, the collection includes scrubs, gel cleansers, anti-aging toners, masques, serums, day and night cremes, sun-free tanners, eye, hand and body  treatments and more.  www.votrevu.com, you really don’t want to miss out on these miracle makers.

  I Am Duly Wowed –Neutrogena just keeps on improving and this time with  a trio of products designed to undo summer’s damage after just three applications. I just used the Total Skin Renewal and 5 Minute Facial and already my skin feels smoother and more elastic. The eye cream is next on my list and will apply it tonight. The products are designed to         Repair – The first step to repairing past sun damage is to repair skin with a treatment that will not only improve the look of your skin, but will work deep within skin to reverse the signs of past sun damage  NEUTROGNA  A Total Skin Renewal Starter Kit from Ageless Restoratives, is a brand new, innovative anti-aging power treatment that is clinically proven to help undo the appearance of a year’s worth of aging with just three uses, truly giving you a second chance for a lifetime of beautiful, healthy skin. ·         Restore – Glycolic peals are a great way to remove dead-skin cells, and prepare your skin for fall.  But professional glycolic peels can cost up to $250 for just one treatment, and at home two-step peels are sometimes confusing to use NEUTROGENA 5 Minute Facial from Ageless Restoratives is a brand new at home peel that works in just easy 1-step, and flawlessly delivers the results of a 20-35% glycolic peel, for a fraction of the cost. Formulated with an exclusive enzyme and micro-exfoliants, 5 Minute Facial gently stimulates surface skin cell renewal and rapidly improves texture, tone and clarity, making summer skin damage less noticeable.               Citre Shine,  this really works to add shine especially to dyed or colored hair…

 Garden of Eve, an enironmentally-friendly cosmetic’s company, piqued my interest big time so I asked Eve Stahl to send me products and more information. And she did.  I  just tested  them and really like how my skin reacted. I began with  Eve’s Mud Party, a firming, toning, detoxing mixture of sterilized  Dead Sea Mud, hydrosols of organic herbs nd flowers, Roman Chamomile, Neroli, Lavender and rose geranium. You apply to a wet face, leave it on for a few minutes and rinse. Voila your skin feels tighter and smoother, especially after you apply Eve’s  Wise Woma Emollient, also created with tender, loving care andnatural botanicals and minerals. Eve Stahl’s collection is designed to fit every skin type, check out the web site at www.gardenofeveskincare.com.

       Revive – Sometimes an instant pick-me-up is the best way to help skin look more alive and bright. By applying a product that will instantly soothe and duff your eye area, you will effortless and instantly enhance to look of your skin 

NEUTROGENA Instant Eye Reviver from Ageless Restoratives is the perfect product to help you look younger and more awake. After just one use, Instant Eye Reviver is clinically proved to instantly improve the overall appearance of skin around your eyes. This battery operated exfloliator works like a min dermabrasian. You wet replaceable pads and turn on the switch and slide around the face. Rinse and look like new.  No joke, it works.  

It’s infused with natural fruit extracts and botanicals and multi-vitaminsis alcohol-free and features silicones and UV protectant. Citré Shine, Shine Mist Anti-Frizz Spray Laminator (3 fl. oz) a steal at only……………$3.99 at  Rite Aid and other drug, mass and food stores nationwide.

Recently took my first whiff of Tova signature Platinum Eau Du Parfum and I’m loving it and using it daily.  What a lovely scent, delicate yet heady with hints of lavender, musk, sandalwood and jasmine. I sprayed it all over and it doesn’t overpower.  According to the company, “Rarely has a scent inspired the level of passionate support enjoyed by the legendary TOVA SIGNATURE fragrance during its more than 25 years of remarkable worldwide success”.  In tribute to this milestone, an exciting and newly updated version, TOVA SIGNATURE PLATINUM, lovingly renders the textures and nuances of the original scent with a higher level of premium ingredients, advanced production techniques, and a greater concentration of precious essential oils. 

Reuniting with the co-creators of her distinctively fresh and instantly memorable bergamot, jasmine and lavender infused TOVA SIGNATURE scent, renowned beauty entrepreneur Tova Borgnine focused on the provenance and quality of the essential oils used in TOVA SIGNATURE PLATINUM. “Perfectly good bergamot grows in various places around the world”, says Tova, “But the finest of all comes from the Reggio Calabria on the southern tip of Italy.” Pure French Provencal lavender oil, genuine Indian sandalwood of the highest grade, premium jasmine absolute and richer, more sensuous musk oils elevate TOVA SIGNATURE PLATINUM to the height of opulent luxury and produce an unforgettably fresh and elegant scent. An advanced “chill and filter” technique applied during the final stages of the maceration process has made TOVA SIGNATURE PLATINUM crisper, brighter and clearer than ever before.  Increasing the concentration of fragrance oils from 28.5% to one of the industry’s highest potencies for an eau de parfum, 32.5%, makes this incarnation, in Tova’s words, “The most exciting and wonderful happening in the history of the TOVA SIGNATURE fragrance.” Top Notes: Crisp Citrus and Rare Bergamot; Middle Notes: Absolute Jasmine and Lavender; Base Notes: Lush Sandalwood and Seductive Musk.   $36 for 3.3 oz at www.QVC.com. By the way Tova Signature makes the perfect stocking stuffer (hey, Christmas is just 4 months away) or anytime gift.

 Yo Yo Lip Gloss–that’s fun, cute and tastes like candy on the lips. This  retractable gloss/ dream makeup  travels  along with you. Just clip it to anything, any time, anywhere and swipe it on for lip-smacking shine, sensational shimmer, and sweet, sassy color and flavor. Fabulous!

 Results: luscious, kissing fresh lips. Attach one to your bag – then reapply without requiring a search warrant to find your gloss. (You know the drill: usually, it’s hidden -stuck below or between wallet, cell and more.) Celebrate Saturday night fever, sans a clutch; just clip this killer gloss to your belt instead. Need to perk up your pout at a sporting game or event? No problem: kudos to this clip-to-your-hip, swirls-on-your-lip kisser savior, prettifying is always a synch – and instantly playful, thanks to the yoyo at each tube’s end.  Fabulous flavors: Bodacious Blueberry; Crazy Cotton Candy;  Power Packing Pineapple; Big Bounce Bubblegum;Cha-Cha Chocolate; Super Strawberry Cheesecake Kissable Kiwi’; Girly Green Apple . All yummy and only $2.99 to $4.99 each. . www.fun@yoyolipgloss.com; www.yoyolipgloss.com.                                                      

 Coming spring 2010,  SPF-boasting retractable lip balm, blush, eyeshadow and nail polish – all packing the awesome appeal that’s uniquely YOYO, plus incredible, high-quality ingredients.

 Kissing fresh breath: Jason Powersmile Enzyme Brightening Oral Care–I’ve been using this for a few days and love the way my mouth feels and my teeth look after. I strt with the Enzyme Brightening Oral Care Pre-Rinse–a delicous made from papaya and pineapple enzymes and peppermint oil, no alochol or saccharin or fluorides ($9,99), then I brush with the Enzyme Brightening Toothpaste ($6.99) and I feel like I just had a full cleaning at the dentist. Trust me this is good stuff. www.jason-natural.com.

Hair  and Body Beautifiers …

The jury’s in,  I adore Theraneem Organix  Shampoo & Body and hair care products. My hair came out shiny and silky–not an easy feat on my long, colored tresses I used the shampoo and conditioner for dry and damaged hair and sensitive scalps. I also sampled  “Kids Therape” a very gentle preparation that made my hair bouncier and shinier. I really hate dull, brittle  hair. www.organixsouth.com.

Just tried  alba botanica rainforest  shampoo and conditioner. Took them  to the gym (Crunch WeHo) with me and after washing I applied the conditioner and sat in the steam room.  My hair came out soft, shiny and luscious looking. Wowie.  showered with the alba Botanica rainforest cupuacu deep hydration body wash what a rush. Mine skin tingled and felt so soft after.  alba products are and  rich in nutrients and botanicals and reasonably priced at $9.95 and $10.95.  www.hain-celestial.com

                          Nifty new stuff from Remington grooms men from face to toe.  The Remington Body +Back Groomer 8in1 Grooming System is every man’s dream grooming machine with features such as a  detail trimmer, mini shaver,nose and ear hair trimmer, hair clipper comb, mustache and beard comb. Thee’s also the BHT-600 Body + Black Groomer that trims and shaves all body areas with Titanium infused blades. www.remington-products.com. While Patti’s pledge is that I personally test everything I post, I had to rely on my husband for these and he’s loving them.

 I tested these and loving them–the Body Meringue Bronze Glow by Model Co –a foamy substance that smooths on easily and gives an instant bronze glow sans bloches or that orangy color that sometimes happens ($38). I used it on my legs and the results are sun-sational. Got lots of compliments from people who thought the sun did it.  Next I tried the Lip Lights Ultra Shine Gloss ($28)  also by Model CO– never had one that lighted up before, it works great, especially in the dark, can even use it to read a menu in a dimly-lit restaurant (although I haven’t tested this out yet).  The Indian Summer gloss looks great and applies evenly.   Also have a set of the Kiss Everlasting French tip nail kit to try. I was booked for  a French mani so I’ll try this instead at home. The company uses a new technology of bonded layers that won’t chip and they guarantee it; a more flexible fit that goes over natural nail bed and comes in flat and regular nail arcs in a dozen sizes; a rich white tip and a best of all a cheap price of $5.99; www.kissua.com.  For Model go to:    www.model.com.au   

Better check ups at the dentist with JASON Natural Products has found a way to naturally and safely whiten teeth with their NEW PowerSmile® Enzyme Brightening Oral Care line. Papaya and Pineapple Enzymes help to break up tartar build up, leaving them cleaner and whiter.  Using food grade, all-natural ingredients and gentle formulations, the Toothpaste ($6.99) and Mouthwash (SRP $9.99) deliver brighter teeth by removing stains and protecting from future build up. Embrace the new Twiligion with brighter, whiter teeth, fresher breath, and an overall healthier mouth! Another great brand is Crest which keeps coming out with advanced products like Crest Pro-Health Anticavity Fluoride Rinse and Crest Pro-Health Enamel Shield toothpaste. www.crest.com.

I just got a sample of Anokha Skin Care’s Jasmine Serum – a light, fragrant moisturizer made with almond, sandalwood and jasmine oils and hyaluronic acid (a natural skin substance that helps increase hydration). Free of parabens, sulfates, petrolatum, mineral oil and artificial fragrances and colors, just a little dab of the serum works magic on your skin. A one ounce bottle goes for $25 at www.anokhaskincare.com.

Nail It! Tired of brittle, breaking nails, I think I found the solution. I’ve been using it for three days no and my nails already seem healthier. It’s Gel Coat by Perfect Formula. 

 NEULASH -I just started using this last night and it takes about two weeks for results so come on back for the results. Remember Patti’s Pledge, “I try everything first and report purely objectively.”  neuLash® is an active eyelash technology™ that naturally improves the overall appearance of lashes and brows in as little as two weeks.  Created by Skin Research Laboratories, the serum contains renewing properties that protect lashes and brows from breakage, making them fuller and healthier. The fast-acting formula is made up of potent bioengineered polypeptides, containing beneficial amino and fatty acids. 

RELASTIN -I just got my sample and will report it. But the promises are enticing and it does feel wonderful after one application. It’s  Relastin Ultra Emollient^TM ( $99) and is touted as “tthe pinnacle of luxury face creams”. The multi-tasking moisturizer combines the dramatic results of Relastin’s signature Zinc Firming Complex™ with nourishing hydration and powerful vitamins and extracts – delivering 360 degree skin rejuvenation. On the surface, the rich, creamy formula hydrates and soothes skin. On the cellular level, Relastin Ultra Emollient smoothes and firms the epidermis by increasing skin’s functional elastin fibers. The advanced formula is enriched with Vitamin C, Vitamin A and peptides. These vitamins and nutrients penetrate skin cells to fight free radical damage, encourage collagen production and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.

 POO-POURI – The first and only product of its kind that is used before you go to the bathroom, Poo-Pouri has been proven to stop odors prior to happening. Containing a blend of all-natural essential oils and refreshing citrus scents, including lemongrass, bergamot and grapefruit that virtually eliminate bathroom odors, forever changing the bathroom experience.  You won’t leave any odor behind and also won’t experience any odor while using the bathroom. Flushing releases the odor neutralizing formula into the air, leaving your bathroom smelling fresh and clean.  Just got my sample and used it in my husband’s john, it really does the job, makes the area smell fresh and citrusy.

 FLEUR D’AMOUR – A brand new scent being introduced by Sylvie Beljanski, Fleur d’Amour is sophisticated and romantic. Containing notes of white amber, vanilla, rose, Mediterranean citruses, luxurious woods and rich musk, Fleur d’Amour is a refined floral fragrance. Created according to the Beljanski approach to health and beauty, which is based upon the research of the late biochemist biologist Mirko Beljanski and supports the idea that the removal and avoidance of toxins improves health and beauty, Fleur d’Amour is completely phthalate and paraben free.

 Spice up your bath or shower with…

   Brighten your pearly whites with JASON Natural Products  PowerSmile® Enzyme Brightening Oral Care line. Papaya and Pineapple Enzymes help to break up tartar build up, leaving them cleaner and whiter.  Using food grade, all-natural ingredients and gentle formulations, the Toothpaste ($6.99) and Mouthwash (SRP $9.99) deliver brighter teeth by removing stains and protecting from future build up. Embrace the new Twiligion with brighter, whiter teeth, fresher breath, and an overall healthier mouth! FYI: I am waiting for my sample and will get to back you on the results, stay tuned.

Pretty Feet  I  found the perfect panacea for cracked, rough feet, it’s called Heel Rescue. I started my testing a week ago and combined with my sluffing routine it turned my feet around. No joke, my peds are softer, gentler than ever. I love this stuff, and you can use it on elbows too. I actually rub it on my legs after I’m done with my feet. www.profootcare.com.

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Part 2 of my mini series on the hottest, wow-factor beauty products of 2009…..

Add Some Zing to Your Hair Style

  I just got a nifty HairZing – a unique  double comb hair accessory that helps create “hair healthy” quick, easy, comfortable, funky, fun and fashionable hairstyles.  Handcrafted by female artisans, no two HairZings are exactly alike. It comes in three different sizes—and looks really cool for casual days or even formal nights.  You can match it with a swimsuit, fancy dress or tee shirt. Nice thing about it is it doesn’t leave creases when you take it off, plus it’s only $14.95. Check out the website for a complete how-to design different styles:   http://www.hairzing.com/ 

Go Organic  with Nurturing Beauty’s Lavender Vanilla Souffle and Pearberry Body Butter–luxurious creams for soft, silky skin made with ingredients like shea butter, mano butter, avocado oil, sweet almond oil, grapefruit extract, Vitamin E and other natural elements. I love these moisturizers, they smell good and are good for your skin, too. No harmful additives, it’s all natural.   www.naturallynurtingbeauty.com. 

Be intuitive:  Glimpse Intuitive Skin Care—a promising new personal skincare line adds intuitive aspects as it helps rejuvenate the skin.  I love the texture of the Moisturizing Lotion—smooth, silky, feminine and the gel cleanser that foams and cleans and makes my face feel so soft.  The toxin-free cosmetics are designed to “reinforce the skin’s natural defenses, promote luminous glow and younger-looking skin, brighten, stimulate cells, defend against environmental stressors and maintain firmness and elasticity”—according to the company. There are two Glimpse systems that include a cleanser, toner, serum and moisturizer and contain bioactive X3 complex xanthone-rich ingredients like mangosteen pericarp oil, polymeric complex and acidic complex (mangostten is a fruit by the way).  Anyhow the company claims intense  “in-vitro testing” of the formulas that offer 30 times  the antioxidant levels of green tea. I just started using the products and so far I like the results.  For more in dept information go to: www.glimpseskincare.com . The product that works “intuitively with all skin types” retails for $200.

New from Organix-South, Inc.–the world’s leading maker of certified-organic Neem products recently introduced the TheraNeem Organiz Hair Therape:  I haven’t tried it yet, still waiting for my samples but this company always comes out with great stuff.

Shampoo & Conditioner with coconut and grapefruit and TherNeem’s original forumla;  Intensive Moisture Therape Shampoo & Condition with Calendula, llavender and Aloe Vera; Kids’ Therape Shampoo/Bodywash & Conditioner; Volumizing Therape Shampoo & Condition with panthenol and rice protein, and Scalp Therape Shampoo & Conditioner with peppermint, limeon and Tea Tree extracts. www.organixsouth.com; 888-989-NEEM.

I just tested Coppertone’s new NutraShield Dual Defense under a hot, blazing Palm Springs sun and was thrilled with the results. It left my skin so soft and silky and even my Dematologist wouldn’t know I sat in the sun. The company has really improved with this collection that includes…

an SPF 30 and SPF 70 for the body and an SPF 70 just for faces. It smells wonderful and its about the best I’ve tried in a long time. Claims includer: “helps prevent premature skin aging, nourishing antioxidants, promote natural skin repair.” It’s all good.

It’s all in the Peptides–RSF Pharmaceuticals sent me samples of the company’s new High Potency Peptides anti-aging collection. Just tried the eye serum, caviar daily cream and moisturizer this morning and liked how they felt and went on, very dense and oily and like they were doing something good for my skin. I don’t have enough to really test out the results, but it feels like it works pretty fast.  Apparently the peptides do the work to stimulate collagen, remove wrinkles, firm, tone and moisturize. Lots of back up research from in depth studies to back it up.   www.rsfskincare.com.

Beautiful eyes:  just tried a fabulous new product, eyemajic instant eye shadow–it’s a foolproof system of applying shadow with pre-colored strips that fit easily over the lid to provide nifty coverage. You simply apply the strip, slide around and blend and voila–model-like eyes.

Now bat those lovely lashes  – Enhance your lashes and brows with  RapidLash, an eyelash renewal serum that the comapny (Promaxyl) claims “promotes healthy, natural lashes and brows in a month or so.” I just got my tube and will report back after I use it for said time. I’ve tried several of these products over the last year or so and can’t really attest to any major changes, so let’s see how RapidLash fares on the lashometer.

RapidLash, created by entrepreneurs  Barry Tatelman and Robert Trow, IRapidLash sells for $49.85 and is really easy to use (once a day). Ingredients include polypeptides, proteins and vitamins and agents like pumpkin seed and licorice extracts that promote shine and flexibility (according to my press materials). ). I’ll let you know.  check out: www.rapidlash.com.

Get the scoop:  Beauty Scoop, the edible beauty accessory developed by a  mom and doctor team “ helps boost the body’s own regenerative power and reduce fine lines, wrinkles, add shine to hair, and even strengthen nails in 3 weeks”, according to the Opus Skincare, LLC (www.beautyscoop.com). I only  got two packages to try so I won’t be able to definitive testing. But if I like it I’ll order more.  Basically you empty the packet into cold or hot beverages and drink it down. Cheers.

AminoGenesis: One of my favorite cosmetics companies, AminoGenesis just keeps on giving us great products. This time they’ve come out with Wrinkle Arrest, a moisturizing day cream with SPF 18 for $69 that comes with all sort of wonderful benefits. But the company doesn’t stop here, they also have a complete anti-aging “CoreFour Collection” that includes “Really, Really Clean,”, “Therapeutic Facial Repair”, “Counter Clockwise Under Eye Treatment,” “Cocoon” body cream, “Perfect Reflection Anti-Aging, Anti-Oxidant,” and more, check it out at:  www.aminogenesis.com.

 Wow factor accessories:

The Clever Clip—recently launched at America’s Beauty Show in Chicago, this handy hair accessory works with every mane from thin to thick so you can put your up, in braids, in a bun or plopped on your head. And it’s guaranteed to hold or your money back. Can’t beat that.  I tried mine out in the pool and it worked even during vigorous laps. Only $10 for a pack of three clips,  www.thecleverclip.com, 1-877-303-2547.

Bring out your inner Eve–with nifty products from Garden of Eve, specially crafted cosmetics that revitalize the skin naturally with no synthetic ingredients such as parabens and pthalates.  Products contain organic cold press oils, unbleached and unrefined hand pressed butters and waxes as well as organically grown herbs and essential oils.  Garden of Eve as pure as it gets, www.gardenofeveskincare.com, 800-329-4748.

The Perfect Pout–You’ll love it,

the Serenlipty Lip Tint SPF-15 and little ball that opens up, with a mirror inside that omes with a retractable lip brush so you can paint the perfect pout. It’s really cool and makes a great accessory.

Man Care:  Lest we forget the men in our lives, Pert Plus has come out with a fab new line designed for “him” like  which recently launched Pert Plus for Men, a  3-in-1 (shampoo + conditioner + body wash), along with three new 2-in-1s.  It’s  the only brand dedicated solely to 2-in-1s.

Soap Opera– The Sonoma Soap Company (www.sonomasoapcompany.com)  has an exciting new line of all-natural body care products, including shampoos, conditioners, liquid soaps, bath and shower gels, shaving creams and body lotions that capture the essence and organic goodness of California’s wine country.  Each one is like opening up a gift at Christmas. A slave to lavender, I love the Lavender Reserve natural hand and body lotion, it’s so lusciously luxrious and smells fantastic ( contains organic lavender flower, olive leaf and grape seed extracts), also love the Sonoma Natural Daily Conditioner with grape seed, red raspberry and green apple extracts and the Citrus Medley Shower Gel–just feels good going on and great when you’re finished showering or bathing–with pink grapefruit, sweet orange,  and grape seed. I mean this stuff rocks, all so natural. www.sonomasoapcompany.com.

 Every Sonoma Soap Company product is made from a blend of certified organic ingredients, including lavender, citrus, wildflowers, cedarwood, oatmeal, maple and more. The products are between 99% and 99.7% natural, 100% vegetarian, paraben and phthalate free, and the colors and fragrances are 100% pure, with no artificial aromas

More must haves for your beauty bag; Ambi Even & Clear Daily Moisturizer with SPF 30–it is so sensuous feeling on the skin, protects, hydrates and helps clear acne.  And for those of us of a certain age:  Dermadoctor Poetry in Motion intensive retinol 1.0 anti aging lotion. This ultra-chic cosmetic is designed to reduce fine lines, wrinkles and age spots while texturing the skin. It works, too.  www.dermadoctor.com.

Keep coming back as I’m adding more products regularly. And remember Patti’s Pledge–you won’t see anything that wasn’t personally tested and believed to be one of the best.

 WOW FACTOR BEAUTY  PRODUCTS

 just discovered Satin Care^® Lavender Kiss^™ shave gel and tossed out all the others in a bath because this product really comes through. After one shave my legs felt soft and smooth, of course I used the new Gilette Venus^® Embrace^™–a  5-blade female shaving system that glides over your skin leaving no nicks and bruises.  Satin Care Lavender Kiss  smells so great with a lush lavender scent. Rich, creamy and so feminine.  

You won’t believe your eyes– You’ll be amazed at the results after using  University Face Lift WrinkleFree Eyes 20 Minute Eye Lift System, I sure was.  I’ve been using it for five days and can truthfully say the wrinkles under and around my eyes have diminished at least 40%. I never thought any of these products could work so well. I got the Starter Set that comes with retinol 4x activating cream,2 micro-charged eye patches, 24hour face lift with timed Hyaluronic Acid and Retinol 4x intensive serum. You apply the patches once a week, and the face lift cream daily.  After my first patch app I saw amazing improvements.  Best part is it’s ony $29.99 and it works.  Available at shops like Costco, CVS, Rite Aid, Target etc. www.universitymedical.com.

Really iron out those wrinkles–I’ll admit I have been skeptical about StriVectin, but that was then, this is now after sampling the  StriVectin-HS  Hydro-Thermal Deep Wrinkle Serum and SriVectin-SD for the last two weeks. This stuff really works.  I can no longer put quarters into my deep frown lines and my forehead is smooth as a child’s. I’m definitely a convert. Just hope the effects last.  *Special package this month only $99.  www.StriVectin.com.

Finally found the perfect non-mascara mascara. It’s called Kiss Me Mascara. It comes in a little tube and makes your lashes fat and fluffy without smudging, it binds not paints and man your lashes look fab. One tip, though, make sure its dry before touching or it will drip a little. www.cimel.ca, and www.spaboutique.ca.

My second Wow Factor for gorgeous locks is Profoundbeauty’s Structure Luxe “Liquid Gold” Cream.  You’re supposed to use it on damp  hair but I couldn’t wait so I dabbed some on my palm and massaged it on and voila my hair took on a glamorous, golden sheen and even curled up.  The product features a styling memory along with an ability to smooth and move hair fiber.  It’s $35 at www.profoundBeauty.com or at the Yves Durif Salon at New York’s Carlyle Hotel.  

AND….

  Just in time for the recession–a budget bag of beauty tricks to make you look great….

Great Gift Ideas for Mother’s Day May 10

·         Tartan Shoulder Tote  ( $159) – A smart, sophisticated carry-all bag with a Teflon coat inside and out for stain resistance and ultimate durability.      Tartan Tote ($95) – Perfect for just the essentials while strolling in the bright, spring days, or a cool       Linen Reversible Sports Hat  $39) – Great for golfing, running errands, tooling around town in that new convertible Z4 daddy bought her…check out www.barbour.com for more ideas and stores that carry the label.

Jump start her diet—Rainbow Light’s ThinBerry Diet & Cleanse Kit is the perfect gift to motivate your Mom’s weight loss program.  The unique seven day, three-part liver cleansing regimen comes with a special mixture to drink 30-minutes before breakfast and pills that are taken before and after meals. The beverage doesn’t taste all that great, but comes packed with anti-aging and high fiber elements designed to increase colon function, jump start the metabolism, and detox. According to the company, Thinberry Diet & Cleanse’s antioxidant properties also help boasts the immune system.  Ingredients such as green coffee berry, green tea and artichoke leaf product help increase energy even improves mood. It is the first and only kit available on the market that combines the benefits of a cleanse product with a diet product.  It’s just $29.99.   For more information check out www.rainbowlight.com.

 .Plug her in—with the latest Bluetooth technology, the Jawbone II headset,  eliminates unwanted background noise by a patented NoiseAssassin™ technology, which has the ability to separate speech from ambient noise. Plus, the minimalist design is 50% smaller than the original Jawbone and ergonomically designed to provide you comfort

The  is featuring just for Mother’s Day.  It’s also a cinch to set up and operate and offers great clarity.

• Bluetooth capability lets you use the Jawbone headset from up to 33 feet away
• Patented NoiseAssassin technology separates speech from ambient noise with remarkable precision
• Voice Activity Sensor (VAS) can accurately detect the frequencies in a person’s voice
• Advanced technology was developed for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
• Invisible button design makes for a clutter-free look
• Constructed with ultra-smooth medical-grade plastic for premium quality
• Jawbone II design is 50% smaller than the original award-winning Jawbone

What’s included…..

• Jawbone II headset
• AC charger
• USB cable
• Earbuds (3)
• Earloops (4)

 cool-looking hands free cell phone connector  works and looks great and is just one of the many cool techno gadgets that Radio Shack, www.radioshack.com 

From the Funnies File…

TEEN FAVES “BETTY AND VERONICA”  HIT THE RIVIERA RESORT & SPA

The perpetually popular teen duo, Betty and Veronica, bring new sizzle to the traditional “Palm Springs Weekend,” descending on the glamorous Riviera Resort & Spa in a zany new comic to be unveiled at the resort April 1. According to Kevin Herbst, Riviera’s director of sales and marketing, the newly refurbished mid-century resort is the ultra-glam setting of the newest Archie comic strip – “Palm Springs Weekend at The Riviera Resort & Spa” – featured in the Betty & Veronica Digest #193. “We are thrilled to be showcased in one of the world’s most enduring and appealing comics,” said Herbst. “Like the Archie series, Riviera – with its rich history, 1960s roots and iconic design – offers a vibrant snapshot of American culture.” Indeed, the colorful comic could also be a boon for Palm Springs tourism. “This is a huge bonanza for Palm Springs and Palm Springs history,” said Hollywood columnist and pop historian Hal Lifson, who penned the comic, working in tandem with illustrator Rex Lindsay. “In addition to spotlighting Riviera, Betty and Veronica’s latest adventure truly showcases the best of Palm Springs, and will be sold in hundreds of high profile stores across the country.” In the strip, BFFs Betty and Veronica leave the bucolic town of Riverdale to embark on the weekend trip of their young lives – ultimately experiencing all that Palm Springs has to offer, including breathtaking scenery from the Aerial Tram, magnificent celebrity homes and the famous Indian Trails. The friends stay at the newly upgraded Riviera – a legendary Palm Springs hot spot – indulging in lavish spa treatments and poolside fun amidst the resort’s uber-hip, 1960’s-style backdrop. They are later joined by the rest of their famous gang: Jughead, Archie and Reggie. Launch Party Set Hosted in conjunction with the Palm Springs Bureau of Tourism, Riviera’s lively “Comic Book Launch Party” is set for Wednesday, April 1, and will feature Victor Gorelick, editor-in-chief of Archie Comics, with rockin’ entertainment by Ron Dante, longtime lead singer of the popular bubblegum pop band, “The Archies,” and the familiar voice behind the group’s blockbuster hit from 1969, “Sugar, Sugar.” Local Archie aficionados and area dignitaries will receive complimentary copies of the Betty & Veronica Digest (with the “Palm Springs Weekend at The Riviera” images and title emblazoned on the cover), imbibe in icy Victoria Lodge martinis and Betty Cooper shots, and take in color-splashed Archie comic clips as they flash across the flat-screen TV in the resort’s swank Starlite Lounge. About Archie Comics Archie Comics is an American comic book publisher, known for its enduring series featuring the fictional teenagers Archie Andrews, Betty Cooper, Veronica Lodge, Reggie Mantle and “Jughead” Jones. The Archie characters first appeared in an Archie comic book published in 1941. Nearly 70 years later, the teen friends remain a staple of entertainment for readers the world over – chronicling the trials, tribulations and triumphs of teenagers – and representing the fads, fashions and attitudes of contemporary youth. Betty & Veronica Digest #193 is available at retail outlets and supermarkets stores across the country, as well as at the Riviera Resort & Spa gift shop. Suggested retail price: $2.49. About Riviera Resort & Spa Following an extensive $70 million modernization, Riviera Resort & Spa – a legendary 24-acre property that was once a playground for the likes of Dean Martin, Sammy Davis, Jr. and Elvis Presley – reopened to the public in October 2008. The restored resort, originally 475 rooms, now features 406 masterfully-revamped guest rooms and luxury suites – outfitted with handsome retro furnishings; chic marble bathrooms; flat-screen plasma TVs; wireless Internet access and private patios or balconies – set amidst lushly-landscaped gardens with intimate courtyards. Other resort highlights include: SpaTerre, an 11,000-square-foot retreat with cross-cultural and global treatments; and an array of inventive food and beverage offerings, including the signature Circa 59; the outdoor Bikini Bar adjacent to a spectacular pool; the swank Starlite Lounge; and sidebar, offering tantalizing cocktails in an atmosphere of sleek sophistication. Riviera Resort & Spa is located at 1600 N. Indian Canyon Dr. in Palm Springs. For further information, visit www.psriviera.com or call 760.327.8311.

I just had the best mani/pedi ever at the new Robb OPI Concept Salon in Studio City, California.

It’s the first Concept Salon in the United States, and according to owner/manager Robbie Schaeffer, it’s

 100% green, a real breakthrough salon model,

 grounded in the nail care standards set by OPI.

“Everyone has asked for it, and now we have a salon that takes OPI’s world-renowned quality and literally pours it into distinctive professional services,” says Schaeffer, CEO of ROB/B, son of OPI President and CEO George Schaeffer and nephew of OPI Executive VP & Artistic Director Suzi Weiss-Fischmann. 

The salon is transcendental with glass walled waterfalls, cushy Murano leather pedicure chairs and ace manicurists and estheticians, like Krysta–the friendly, energic, enthusiastic young woman who turned my toe and finger nails into works of art. Not to mention the job she did massaging my hands and feet and the TLC she provided. 

More a day spa,  ROB/B  also offers facial and massage treatments  in serenely private rooms. Celebrities will feel right at home here in personal V.I.P rooms where they can hide out in a private steam room, take a Vichy Shower or enjoy a mani, pedi, facial and/or massag. There’s also a dedicated  VIP room  for  manicures and pedicures their toes and feet worked on.

A certified nail technician, Robbie melds years of hands on experience in the beauty industry into ROB/B and shines a spotlight on nail care, technology, trends and service.  He acknowledges client well being is paramount.  Every treatment is complemented with a menu of nail amenities–mine included a cucumber  mask on my feet, tropcial citrus scrub and an aromatic nail soak with four different scents. 

Another  room  is dedicated to facials and massages,with steam and aromatherapy, stand up Vichy Shower and a rooftop patio for outdoor services for four or more (manicures, pedicures, massage and facial).  Available for private parties (complete with sound system and BBQ)
ROB/B is located at 12246 Ventura Blvd., Studio City, CA 91604. .818-980-7622. www.robbsalon.com