Thursday, September 8, 2011

Fashion's Night Out tonight only!

FNO Tote Bag, $50,
fashionsnightout.com.
Celebrating its third year, Fashion's Night Out is an after-hours party at shopping centers around the world. Expect fall preview fashion shows, parties, and other treats at your local boutiques and shops.

Created in 2009, American Vogue, the Council of Fashion Designers of America, NYC & Company, and the city of New York wanted FNO to become a worldwide initiative to boost the economy, restore consumer confidence, and make shopping enjoyable again. 

At most locations, the hours will start at 6 p.m. For more info, head to the official website or follow on Twitter with #FNO.

Wednesday, September 7, 2011

Kardashian Kollection hits Sears stores

The Kardashian sisters officially launched their clothing line at Sears stores this week. 

Though it's not exactly eco-fashion, it gets an honorable mention due to its variety of using leopard print, which I absolutely love for every occasion.

Most of the attire is made from synthetic fabrics such as polyester and elastane, but some items have the leather look without the leather like these hot leggings. 

Save 30% on all items until Saturday online and in-store. 

Thursday, September 1, 2011

CoverGirl NatureLuxe line contains parabens

Commercials of songstress Taylor Swift applying NatureLuxe mascara by CoverGirl have dominated the TV screen lately, but with the mention of natural ingredients, is it really natural?

From the ingredient list, the answer is no. It's a marketing tool to say keywords like "honey" and "beeswax" to convince consumers the product is natural therefore implying it's also eco-friendly and healthy. 

But a touch of honey and beeswax doesn't mask the parabens in the mascara. The product contains ethylparaben and methylparaben, both chemicals considered endocrine disruptors by the Environmental Working Group.

CoverGirl revealed other products such as foundation and gloss balm under the line which also contain natural ingredients like shea butter and jojoba oil. The foundation doesn't contain harmful chemicals, but the lip gloss contains octinoxate, a low-level endocrine disruptor. The NatureLuxe Collection still ranks better than most mainstream cosmetics since it does contain various natural ingredients. 

Though the chemicals create a low risk, some women may experience major health issues depending on other factors such as lifestyle and genetics, and the problems usually start with their cosmetics.