Demi Moore – the victim of overzealous Photoshopping in a Helena Rubinstein ad

Demi Moore for Helena Rubinstein – “a Madame Tussauds wax figure rather than Moore herself.” The new ad campaign for high-end cosmetics line Helena Rubinstein shows a seemingly flawless troubled star Demi Moore, many accusing the 49-year-old actress of being the victim of overzealous Photoshopping. Moore appears entirely wrinkle-free, with bright eyes and silky smooth … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Daniele de Winter – founder DANIELE de WINTER – Natural Scientific Skin Care

Earning the reputation as a beauty visionary at the early age of 21 when she wrote the bestselling book “Eat Yourself Beautiful” Daniele de Winter has been recognized as a groundbreaking beauty “guru” for many years.  Daniele launched the DANIELE de WINTER INSIDEOUT beauty™ natural skin rejuvenation concept, which combines (external) botanical skincare with (internal) … Read more

The impact of the total ban on animal testing on the cosmetics industry

How the total ban on animal testing will impact the cosmetics industry? From March 2013 it is illegal for manufacturers to test any cosmetic ingredient on an animal. Even if the European Commission might grant exemptions, the ramifications are monumental for cosmetic companies and the industry is currently striving to adapt itself to the new … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Lee Gilbert – President & Founder of Kenmen Cosmetics Inc

The Japanese word “KEN“, meaning “Strong and Healthy”, “Well-being / Bien-Etre”, was the perfect embodiment of the Lee Gilbert‘s eco-conscious project aiming to offer “The ultimate in Innovative SPA Experiences for MEN”. With over 25 years of experience in the Film & Television Arts & cosmetics and aesthetic industries and specialties in branding unique protocols, … Read more

Speaking about luxury with Pascal Morabito – creator Morabito

Artist-designer, explorer, dreamer, collector, inventor and an inspiring personality, Pascal Morabito (b. 3 May 1945), is an inexhaustible source of ideas in areas such as jewelery, watches, perfumes, cosmetics, leather goods, fashion, design, sculpture, architecture, furnishing, hospitality, wellness and luxury lifestyle. He was 19 or 20 years old when he met César, Dali, Arman thanks … Read more

Most Valuable Luxury Brands in 2012

World’s Top 100 Most Valuable Luxury Brands World Luxury Association’s official report on 2012 shows that China has become the world’s largest consumer of luxury goods. The report predicts: With the phenomenon of RMB appreciation and depreciation of the Euro and the number of Chinese traveling to Europe in 2012, total consumption of luxury goods … Read more