Our fave girl gets married!

                                                                          

                                                       Suvara's fave "it girl" just got hitched!

Kim's makeup was romantic rather than her usual dramatic.

Check out this website to see how to get Kim's wedding day look.

Did you notice the black and white decor? The aisle was decorated with a double K monograms in black, and the chocolate, lemon and vanilla cake had the same embossment.

Wedding gown sketches from Vera Wang on the sides show Kim's ideas for her wedding gown.

               As a bride, shoes are really important. Open toe or pumps? Glittery or Matte? 

  She wore some gorgeous Guiseppe Zanotti shoes. 

Elements:

The invitation

Youthful Hairstyles to Swoon Over

What's the next best thing to a perfect tan? The perfect hair, of course! Long hair has been ruling the scene for quite some time now, so it's time to bring some fresh ideas forth. It doesn't matter if you don't want to cut off your locks, there's always something new to do with them. 

Check out these styles...

Seeing Red: This fiery beauty could very easily wear her hair long and loose, but a braid coupled with a side pony is fresh, natural and super hip. Want instructions on various braid techniques? Check it out here!



Perhaps this look is best suited for the youth, and that's great because  a lot of our readers and clients are teens. And don't forget, college age is the time to experiment and have fun! If you're sick of your hair color, but know that a full on change could look weird or unsuitable for your skin type, you can always go for something that will look hip and hot--and not like you're trying to make something unnatural look real. Check out the link above if you want to learn how to create a sweep over braid. Want more tips and ideas for creating the perfect two-toned look? Check out this site.



Curls are a blessing, especially when you can wear them like this. This sweet and sexy style is inspired by 40's flappers and blues singin' divas. For more curly hair wear, check out this site. 



Blown and blooming! Doesn't this hairstyle look simply gorgeous? If you are blessed with natural, wavy and billowy curls and want to know how to make them look even more gorgeous, click here. If you want to make your pin straight hair look like this doll below, click here.





These styles come from Refinery 29's Month of Hair. Refinery 29 is a website devoted to cutting edge style and fashion.


Want to look like you spent a month in the Maldives...or a weekend in the Hamptons?
Either way, we'll give you the perfect tone, glow and color to make you look fabulous.Come find us at  http://www.suvaraworld.com/ and on facebook!

Sunscreen: Safe or Not? Part II

While we've discussed the "truth" and controversies about sunscreen, it's important to shop around for the healthiest options out there. Just because there are arguments about certain ingredients in sunscreen, it doesn't mean you should stop wearing it. Below are recommendations from two different sources: The Skin Cancer Foundation and the Environmental Working Group.

From the EWG site:
 "Our top-rated sunscreens all contain the minerals zinc or titanium. They are the right choice for people who are looking for the best UVA protection without any sunscreen chemical considered to be a potential hormone disruptor. None of the products contain oxybenzone and none are sprayed or powdered."

We chose 5 sunscreens out of the 158 they had listed as their top picks. Our choices were based on the higher end products, as we know our clientele is very discerning when it comes to their skin care and choice of products.

Aubrey Organics Natural Sun Sport Stick Unscented Sunscreen, SPF 30 Natural Sun Unscented Sensitive Skin/Children Sunscreen, SPF 30+ Natural Sun Green Tea Sunscreen, SPF 30+  Natural Sun Active Lifestyles Tropical Scent Sunscreen, SPF 30+ Natural Sun Saving Face Sunscreen, SPF 15 Natural Sun Active Lifestyles Tropical Scent Sunscreen, SPF 15+

LaVanila Laboratories Lavanila Laboratories Lavanila The Healthy SunScreen SPF 30 Body Cream Lavanila Laboratories Lavanila The Healthy SunScreen SPF 40 Face Cream Lavanila Laboratories Lavanila The Healthy Baby Block SPF 40

Maui Natural Organics Maui Naturals Natural Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 30 Surfer Honey Natural Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 30 Surfer Honey Natural Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 15 Maui Naturals Natural Sunscreen Lotion, SPF 15

JOHN MASTERS ORGANICS john masters organics Natural Mineral, SPF 30

        Hara Body Care
                  Sport SPF 30 

The Skin Cancer Foundation explains their seal of recommendation, which is only given to select sunscreens that meet strict criteria. 

"The Skin Cancer Foundation’s Seal of Recommendation is granted to sun protection products that have been reviewed by and meet the stringent criteria of a volunteer Photobiology Committee.  The Seal is a symbol of safe and effective sun protection that is recognized by consumers worldwide.

One of the first programs offered by the Foundation, it quickly gained acceptance from consumers for setting the standard for effective sun protection with sunscreen products, sunglasses, specially treated auto and residential window film, umbrellas, clothing and laundry products that wash UV protection into clothing."

Here's the top 5 Active Seal products:

Products with The Skin Cancer Foundation Active Seal

Avon

Anew Solar Advance Sunscreen Body Lotion SPF 30

Anew Solar Advance Lip Sunscreen SPF 30

Anew Solar Advance Eye Sunscreen SPF 30

Colorescience

Sunforgettable SPF 30 Powder

MD SolarSciences

Mineral Screen Gel SPF 30+ Sensitive Skin

Mineral Screen Lotion SPF 40

PCA SKIN

Active very water/sweat resistant SPF 45

Shiseido

Shiseido Extra Smooth Sun Protection Cream N SPF 38

 Check out our facebook page for special offers and remember, Suvara air-brush tans are ALWAYS safe for your skin, and give you the same healthy glow of a tan! Come see us at one of our many locations. 

Sunscreen: Safe or Not? Part I

Photo courtesy of Ahmet Guler

While sunscreen is always a must, the type of sunscreen that is the safest is a constant debate. There are two sides to this argument: On one side, the Skin Cancer Foundation maintains that "there has never been any evidence that oxybenzone, which has been available for 20 years, has any adverse health effect in humans. The ingredient is FDA-approved for human use based on exhaustive review." See the full article here.
One the other side, there is the stance held by the Environmental Working Group, who maintains that there are harmful hormone disruptors such as oxybenzone in most sunscreens, which they label as "notorious" for their effect on the body. In the study done by John Knowland of the  Department of Biochemistry at Oxford University, it is found that "Oxybenzone is a derivative of benzophenone, which can attack DNA when illuminated. It generates strand breaks and various photoproducts"


Sounds like a lot of science, right? While the experts continue to argue, there are steps you can take to reducing your risk. In this post, we'll give you some easy steps for avoiding the sun. Regardless of what side you're on, there are always some alternatives to wearing generic sunscreen with potentially harmful ingredients.

1.) Stay in the shade. Beach tents are becoming more and more popular, especially for families with young children. Instead of baking in the sun, ensure a shady spot at the beach, the park or festivals with a nifty beach tent.


2.) Wear skin friendly clothing. Cute beach cover ups, wide brimmed hats and sarongs can help reduce your exposure to the sun. 


3.) Watch the clock. Whenever possible, plan to be outdoors when the sun is lower in the sky, like early morning or late afternoon. When the sun is directly over head at midday, UV radiation is at it's peak. 


4.)  You MUST wear sunglasses. We all know how fab the right pair of shades can make you look, but that's not their only purpose. Sunglasses protect your eyes from UV radiation, a cause of cataracts. Make sure they say both UVA and UVB on the label, as protection from both is necessary.  


Stay tuned for Part II, where we'll explore sunscreen ratings and ingredients. Check out our facebook page for special offers and remember, Suvara air-brush tans are ALWAYS safe for your skin, and give you the same healthy glow of a tan! Come see us at one of our many locations. 


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Sunglass Trends 2011

Summer is still super hot, how are you protecting your eyes? UVA and UVB rays can cause eyesight loss and even blindness over time. Remember when you were little and your parents said never to star straight into the sun? That's definitely true, but it's also true with things that the sun glares off of-such as sidewalks, cars, buildings, and if you go on a ski trip...even snow!
Here's a list of the hottest trends for 2011:
The cat eye:
  
Retro Stylin':
 

The John Lennon Variety:
 
Cutting Edge Style:
 
Make sure your glasses are absolutely have 100% UVA and UVB protection!

Shout Out to Suvara in WAG

WAG Online had a special article on Suvara, highlighting the amazing benefit of our sumptuous formulas, our  expert technicians, and high standards.

  Brad Primavera, our CEO, was interviewed on why Suvara is the superior choice in exception air-brush tanning, and spoke about our services  at Warren-Tricomi in NYC.

"“We wanted to do it in a way that was convenient for a high-end consumer,” Primavera says of the plan to offer services to the “very discerning customer” through the top salons, spas and gyms in the region." 
Everyone knows that Suvara is the tanning salon best loved by high end customers and celebs alike. Not only are our technicians trained to provide the ultimate in natural tone and color, they are also incredibly skilled in being able to give you the exact effect you want.  “They go through a three- to five-week training process,” Primavera says. Specialists listen to clients to see “if they want to just glow or if they want to look like they just spent the last two weeks in the Bahamas.” 



Citing our superb ingrediants which we have blogged about extensively, Primavera stated that “It’s really good for your skin,” Primavera says. “It’s actually regenerative … Our customers actually talk about how their skin feels smooth and hydrated after they get a Suvara tan … They’re, in effect, getting a body-nutrient treatment.”

Here's a breakdown of our main ingredients:
Triple Purified Water

Organic Aloe Vera

Vitamin A & C

COQ10

Hyaluronic Acid (locks in moisture, naturally found in skin)

That's the Suvara difference, and why there's buzz about our services. At it's core, what we provide is the most pristine ingredients and superb service possible.

Come check us out at Warren Tricomi!

Alicia Silverstone claims diet clears skin

Alicia Silverstone has been vegan for quite a long time, and wrote a book called "The Kind Diet."
The book consists of vegan macrobiotic and regular vegan recipes that Silverstone claims gave her more energy, clearer skin and helped her loose weight.


Here are some before and after shots of Silverstone.

 
Within two weeks, Silverstone said, her cystic acne started to go away and her energy levels were up.

Check out this interview with the actress. 

Maybe Alicia is on to something. Here's a photo list of celebs that have also gone veg!

Wanna get a glow? Come see us at Suvara!

We'll give you the perfect tone, glow and color to make you look fabulous.Come find us at  http://www.suvaraworld.com/ and on facebook!