Hydration is an ongoing need in our beauty routines. When the temperatures rise, it's even more important to give your body the TLC that it needs. This month's Athleisure Beauty has our favorite finds.
| KOPARI Coconut Melt | GARNIER WHOLE BLENDS Moroccan Argan Camellia Oils | GARNIER SKINACTIVE Moisture Bomb Essential Coil Elastics | TRILOGY Botanical Body Wash |
Read more from the July Issue and see Athleisure Beauty | Hydration in mag.
We're excited to share our July issue of Athleisure Mag with our celebrity cover, Sara Eisen who is the Co-Anchor of CNBC's Worldwide Exchange and Squawk on the Street! This issue includes interviews with Audrina Partridge of The Hills as she debuts her new swim line, Prey at Miami Swim, we talk with JJ Dancer and the luxeFIT team for their upcoming Labor Day retreat in St Martin and we chat with Cubavera's (a Perry Ellis International brand) Director of Hispanic Sportswear and Marketing.
As always, we have a number of features including 2 spas for this month's ATHLEISURE LIST, we share products that use Capuaçu, ATHLEISURE BEAUTY, an array of roundups in fashion and style and great tips on nail care and innovations in feminine products.
Read more from the July Issue here!
Shiny healthy locks are always a good way to step into summer confidently! This month's Athleisure Beauty has some must haves that work for this season as well as future ones! The scents also transform you to your own oasis - wherever you happen to be at the moment.
| AVEDA Pramāsana Protective Scalp Concentrate | GOODY QuikStyle Paddle Brush | REVLON Essential Coil Elastics | MATRIX BIOLAGE R.A.W. Recover Shampoo |
Read more from the June Issue and see Athleisure Beauty in mag.
It's all about creating a great system. Your day begins with a simple device that has heads you can remove to cleanse your face and then placing your foundation. Continue to pamper your skin with a spray to dissolve your makeup and then you can truly provide the ultimate for your skin with this nourishing mask.
| URBAN DECAY Meltdown Makeup Remover Dissolving Spray | BEVERLY TO 5TH Island Coconut Scrub | CLARISONIC Sonic Foundation Brush Head | ORIGINS RitualiTea Feeling Rosy |
Read more from the May Issue and see Athleisure Beauty in mag.
| MARIA SHIREEN Hair Tie Bracelets | DRIPDROP Hydration Powder Packs | ERNO LASZLO Soothe and Calm Hydrogel for Sensitive Skin |
Read more from the May Issue and see From MDW To LDW in mag.
There are so many tools that are great to have within your beauty lineup to apply the perfect glow to your body! As we get that much closer to summer we have the perfect combos that will ensure that you have achieved sun goddess status effortlessly!
| IT COSMETICS Confidence in Your Glow Palette in Warm | MAKEUPDROP Silicone Sponge | NARS COSMETICS Monoi Body Glow II | ARTIS BRUSH Palm Brush in Smoke |
Read more from the April Issue and Athleisure Beauty in mag.
Coffee is for more then just jolting you into each day, it's the perfect ingredient to add into your beauty routine to make your skin look fabulous and ready for whatever you're up against!
| TOM FORD Cafe Rose Eau de Parfum | WASH WITH JOE CoffeeMint Invigorating BodyWash | IT COSMETICS Confidence in an Eye Cream |
Read more from the March Issue and Coffee Beauty in mag
Making sure that your skin glows and that you look radiant, we have a few must haves that you should use when you're looking to be at your best whether you're lounging or going out and about!
| KOSAS COSMETICS in Electra | AURAGLOW Deluxe Home Whitening System | DOVE Shower Foam | KNEIPP Sugar Body Scrub |
Read more from the March Issue and see Athleisure Beauty in mag.
This month has been unpredictable with warm days that danced from Spring to Summer and reminders that Winter is still here with a lot of snow! Regardless, our skin needs love and these K-Beauty brands (and those that are inspired by their trends) are a must to get our skin nourished and summer ready!
| TOO COOL FOR SCHOOL Egg Cream Face Mask | BOSCIA Sake Balm | BONVIVANT @ MEMEBOX Botanical Mellow Clay Mask | KNC BEAUTY All Natural Collegen Infused Lip Mask |
Read more from the Feb Issue and see Athleisure Beauty's feature in mag.
We're excited to share the release of our Feb issue with Danielle Moinet aka WWE's Summer Rae on the cover as we chat about her athletic career, her workouts, and more. This month's issue focusing on the love of a number of things also includes a number of food editorials including Cochon555 as well as another Athleisure Kitchen at Dos Caminos (just in time for taco Tues).
Colder temperatures can be tough for skin! You find yourself constantly applying various lotions, lip balms and more. Below are some of our favorite lotions that we suggest you have on hand as well as the perfect lip balm.
| VASELINE® INTENSIVE CARE™ Deep Moisture Jelly Cream | AVEENO Daily Moisturizing Body Yogurt Lotion Apricot + Honey | CERAVE Healing Ointment | NEUTROGENA Hydro Boost Hydrating Lip Treatment |
Read more from the Jan Issue
Almonds are a great treat, but they are also a gift for the skin, whether your product has almonds in their entirety, essence or just the oil. We have a roundup of some of our favorites to include in your beauty routine as we come to the end of the year.
| DOVE ADVANCED CARE Clear Tone Sheer Touch | TRILOGY Age-Proof Active Enzyme Cleansing Cream | L'OCCITANE Almond Supple Skin Oil | NUDE SKINCARE Replenish Daily Moisturizer | PHOTO CREDIT UnSplash
Pantone's Color of the Year for 2017 is a key color that will be infused in fashion, home interiors and now your beauty routine! The hue known as Greenery is fresh and natural which is perfect for your vanity and body.
| JANE IREDALE Lemongrass Love Hydration Spray | MALIN + GOETZ Lime Bar Soap | L'OREAL PARIS Pure Clay Mask Purify - Mattifying Treatment Mask | GARNIER WHOLE BLENDS Replenishing Legendary Olive Shampoo | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY Unsplash
Read more from the Dec Issue
Check out how you can make headphone hair cute and glam (for later when you unwrap your hair for soft flowy locks) simply by using your Beats Solo 3 courtesy of Celebrity Hair Stylist Riawna Capri.
It's the most wonderful time of year and yet, it's also the most hectic time of year at the same time. This means that you have a number of opportunities to take some time for yourself so that you can stay stress free. As always, we have some must have items to add to your list (or that you can also gift as you see fit)!
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY | UnSplash
| SUSAN CIMINELLI Hydrating Gel Mask | BASQ Cooling Body Bliss | QUIP Subscription Based Toothbrush Kit | CLARISONIC Pedi |
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY | Rae Morris
We took a moment with Celebrity Makeup Artist, Rae Morris who is renowned as one of the most influential Makeup Artists in the world. She is not only a number one best-selling author, but also a four times Australian Makeup Artist of the Year, the longest serving Makeup Director for L’Oreal Paris (2003-2013) and has been inducted into multiple Halls of Fame.
With the success of her new book, Makeup Masterclass, which took 2 years to shoot in Australia as well as NYC, we talked about her new release, her must have tools that she designed and what makeup is an essential that we should know about.
ATHLEISURE MAG: How did you know that you wanted to be a makeup artist and who were your inspirations?
RAE MORRIS: In the 80’s, I was a model for about 5 minutes, and that was a time when faces were transformed to look “unrecognizable.” That’s when my love for makeup began. I was also blessed to be around the birth of Culture Club, Marilyn, and Ziggy Stardust, where men wore as much sometimes more makeup than women!
AM: Makeup Masterclass is such a powerful and comprehensive book that showcases tools, maintaining skin, methods and the end result of creating a large number of looks that are popular whether they are rocked on the streets, or in a number of shows/movies that we watch. How did you go about putting this project together?
RM: The experience from the previous five books really helped, but the aim was to create a book that not only combined but also eclipsed all my previous books into one big bible. Probably the hardest bit was putting into words some of the creative processes and techniques that I’ve developed and use everyday. Normally, I would just demonstrate them, but for the book I had to illustrate with words and diagrams. I’m really proud of how my “Eye Phi” turned out. The project itself ran over 2 years. We shot first in Sydney and then in New York. Then the real work started. In the end, it was almost over-engineered. It had the best paper, rose gold embossed hard cover, dust cover… Our lead designer even flew to the printer and slept there for five days to make sure they got the color grading right!
AM: It's been 7 years since you wrote your first book, what do you feel has changed in the industry since then?
RM: I can't even believe how much has changed in the industry in the last 7 years since Makeup Guide was released. If I could turn back the clock and be told in that seven year’s time, 13 year-olds will have their own “channel” in the form of youtube, etc and women who never even knew what a contour cream was, would not only know ten types, but they would also know the makeup artist’s secret of applying it. There is so much “free information” available.
AM: You have your own line of tools, and in the book you go through the kinds of brushes. that one should have - what are 3 tools from your collection that you suggest that every makeup kit should have?
RM: No.3 Ultimate Cheekbone - I believe the most powerful anti-aging thing a woman can do is contour, but it can be confusing. This brush takes all the guesswork out of it for you. It carves the perfect cheekbone in less than 3 strokes.
Radiance Brush (26) - I honestly believe no foundation brush comes close to this one. It’s the softest (but still firm) and it works with all foundation types (from liquid to cream to powder) by applying foundation in seconds. It is a favorite of Kelly Roland, Paula Abdul, and Sarah Jessica Parker just ordered one. Also, the Radiance was seen all over the back stage atthe McQueen show in Paris.
No 7. Deluxe Point Shader - This brush will change the way you do your eye makeup. It’s super soft, perfect for creating the perfect socket, but just by adding pressure to the brush you can create the best Smokey eye in seconds.
NO.14 Perfect eyeliner - Eyeliner brushes are essential, you can use them for the obvious “Eyeliner” tasks or just to intensify your chosen eye shadow around the lash line. I have three sizes in my brush range, as one size does not fit all! You may want a precise fine line or a bold "Audrey Hepburn” line, so I recommend using the the right size brush to achieve the line size that you want.
AM: Even skin tone is something that is essential to any makeup look. You share a great tip on how to ensure that you are matching your skin correctly; can you share this with our readers?
RM: It’s a myth to match your foundation to your jawline; your neck is usually much paler than your face due to it being blocked from the sun. You always want your face and body to be the same color, so always match it on the décolletage area and if you fake tan you need to darken your base.
AM: What makeup/skincare brands do you personally advise that we should have?
RM: For makeup I love Nars, M.A.C. and I’m so in love with the I.T concealers and foundations, and Ellis Faas creamy eyes are my favorite. For skin care I love Ultra Cuticles MD, or anything that’s active, I love the little tingle I get when I use the vitamin “A’ and “C’s” and I love having omilux light and gentle peels, I would rather spend the money and go to a dermatologist or a cosmetic physician and see results, than spend so much money on hype.
AM: Of the looks that you create in Make-up Masterclass, which ones are your favorites and which ones do you personally wear yourself?
RM: I do love the cover of Shanina Shaik. I love the femininity and the prettiness of the makeup. For me, I don’t actually wear makeup (rarely) to work. I don’t want to show off to my clients what I’m capable of, but if I had to pick a look it would be the second look I did on Shanina. It’s all about the eyeliner, with everything else paired back.
AM: What is a day in the life for you as a Celebrity Makeup Artist?
RM: Four makeup bags, two assistants, and everyday is different. It’s a balancing act between the photographer, the client, and the model; what they want me to do and what I want to do. So it’s constant consulting and decision-making. It’s more stressful than you might think, especially with all the egos involved (including mine). The makeup is the easy bit.
AM: Are you able to tell us celebrity clients that you have worked with and/or those that you would like to work with?
RM: Some I can tell. Others I keep quiet for confidentiality reasons, so I don’t get hammered with questions about them when the cameras are off. My “keeping them private policy” is why these clients keep booking me.
So here are a few of my faves: Pink, Jessica Biel, Ellie Goulding, Kelly Roland, Paula Abdul, Shanina Shaik, Miranda Kerr, Cyndi lauper, just to name a few…
AM: Paula Abdul wrote the forward for your book and we know that you did her makeup on So You Think You Can Dance, Australian edition - how did you get her to be involved with your book?
RM: Some celebrities you work with become close friends. I consider Paula a friend, rather then a client now.
Yes, it was on that show that we met and we just started a great friendship. She always had this way of complimenting me and my work. She would say the best quotes about me, to me, so she just was perfect for the job.
AM: How do you stay balanced with so many projects that you work on and what fitness methods do you do?
RM: I’m actually completely out of balance (balance has never been a word anyone has used to describe me) and I have never exercised. I'm always too exhaust-
ed. I was brought up in a gymnasium, my mother was an instructor so it traumatized me for life. It’s always all or nothing, so I’m either working on the most creatively challenging jobs with 5 assistants, or I’m sitting at home watching “Peppa Pig” and playing Play Dough with my two year-old. Or I’m sleeping, so I suppose that’s balance?...
Part of Athleisure Beauty focuses on great finds that allow you to go from one place to the next in seamless transition. Whether you're leaving home or heading from the gym to cocktails with friends, these pieces are must haves to include in your routine.
PHOTO COURTESY | UnSplash
| MAI COUTURE Blush Papier | SWEAT COSMETICS Skin Balancing Cleansing Wipes | MILK MAKEUP Eye Marker |
See more from the Sept Issue
Photography Courtesy | Dr. Janet Prystowsky
With the summer coming to an end, we're starting to navigate back towards our Pumpkin Latte and favorite boots. Amidst our style and culinary transitions, we begin to think about our skin and how we can protect it to maintain that healthy glow. We chatted with Dr. Janet Prystowsky about this very topic to let you know about what you need to do to be prepared for this season!
ATHLEISURE MAG: How does skin change from the Summer season to the Fall season?
DR. JANET PRYSTOWSKY: Humidity levels change between warm and cold months, so that’s going to impact the kinds of skincare products you need to use. Moving into Fall, it’s time to start up a consistent moisturizing routine to keep your skin hydrated. Otherwise your skin can become dull and dry.
AM: What can be done to ensure that the skin has enough moisture (ie drinking water, certain nutrients one can have within the body)?
DR. JP: Staying well hydrated and maintaining a balanced diet will definitely be reflected in your skin. This is more of a lifestyle tip than a quick tip though. One apple or donut won’t immediately make your skin better or worse.
AM: When showering, what temperature should water be set at for the best way to cleanse the skin without damaging it?
DR. JP: Don’t take hot showers! Hot showers may feel nice and hydrating, but they actually cause evaporation of water from your skin by melting off your own natural moisturizing oils, thereby drying you out. Opt for a warm shower every time. Also, a little soap can go a long way. Using too much soap can wash off your body’s natural, and protective oils. If you use a washcloth, you’re almost certainly rubbing off your body’s natural oils. Try ditching the washcloth, using less soap, or using a gentler soap if you have dry skin issues. I’ve recommended Dove gentle cleansing bars to my patients for years, and recently started working with the brand. If you still have dry skin issues, use a body oil right after you get out of the shower. I’m a fan of body oils with vitamin E.
AM: If you have chapped lips, what is the body telling you and how can we treat as well as eliminate this?
DR. JP: If your lips are chapped, they are probably dry and irritated. If you frequently use lip balms or are constantly licking your lips, stop! You’re only going to make your lips more chapped. Go to your local pharmacy and pick up a small tube of Aquaphor. It’s great for lips and other chapped skin too. Just wipe or blot off the excess if you use too much.
AM: Dry/Ashy skin is always annoying, how can we treat this to ensure that we don't see this?
DR. JP: Use a moisturizer with vitamins and essential oils. There are certain vitamins, like vitamins A and D, that are naturally found in your skin. I like to call them bioidentical vitamins. By providing your skin with those same vitamins, I think you’re giving your skin its best chance to stay hydrated and soft. I made my own moisturizer that you can find on my site. It has three essential oils and three bioidentical vitamins. We just finished a consumer perception study where 100% of the participants said our cream hydrated and nourished their skin.We’re coming out with a complexion cream, cuticle cream, anti aging cream, and after sun cream too if you’d like to try them when they come out as well!
AM: What lotions, balms, salves, etc do you suggest for us to have on hand as we transition into fall?
DR. JP: Besides my moisturizer, I recommend buying a gentle bar cleanser like Dove’s. I also recommend buying a body oil for right after the shower in the morning. Also Aquaphor for your lips. I think skincare should be simple and easy. Less is more.
AM: Lightweight lotions, water based lotions, rich creams - tell us what we need to know about these and how it works within our skincare and when/how they should be used?
DR. JP: Lightweight lotions are for late Spring to early Fall. There’s not much reason to bog down your skin with a heavy cream during the warmest, most humid time of the year. During the late Fall through early Spring, I absolutely recommend a richer cream. We all need something during the Winter that can combat the icy wind and office heaters that take out our skin’s moisture.
AM: Are there certain skin areas that need to be treated differently than other areas ie softer skin (like underarms)?
DR. JP: More often than not you’ll be O.K. treating your skin the same way across the board. If you notice any areas that need a little more tender love and care though, there’s probably a specific way to treat it! Dry cracked feet, itchy scalps, irritated inner thighs, and ashy elbows all can be nuisances, that vary case by case. Consult with your skincare expert, i.e. your dermatologist.
AM: What are your thoughts on Skin Masks - how often should they be done and what are your thoughts on foot masks that peel layers of your skin off days after applying the booties?
DR. JP: I don’t recommend skin masks. I’m not convinced that they are any more efficient than other moisturizers at rehydrating skin. I especially do not recommend DIY face masks. It’s difficult to know how fresh your ingredients are and how your skin may react. Allergic reactions are common! I wouldn’t recommend using foot masks that peel layers of your skin. If you’re interested in chemical peels, I recommend consulting a dermatologist. While there are over-the-counter products that are considered safe, it’s always best to have a trained professional take the helm when skin peeling chemicals are involved.
AM: How can we maintain glowing fall skin?
DR JP: Establish a solid moisturizing and cleansing routine. Cleanse just enough to feel clean in the morning and wipe off your makeup at night. Aggressive cleansing with hot water is an easy way to strip away your natural oils and dry your skin out, and dry skin isn’t as healthy as hydrated skin. Other than that, keep your skin well hydrated with moisturizers.
See more from Sept Issue.
PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY | Anthony
Anthony Sosnick has been a leader in Men's Grooming for well over a decade, with his namesake, Anthony. We took a moment to talk with this beauty guru and musician as National Men's Grooming Day takes place on August 19th.
ATHLEISURE MAG: When you launched the brand Anthony 16 years ago, you were a pioneer as well as a trendsetter in the industry, now you have the core line as well as sub-brands under it - what was your background in the industry and tell us about each line and how it is differentiated?
ANTHONY SOSNICK: I had zero background in this industry, however I had a strong desire and passion to create super high quality grooming products for men and women. You don't always need to have a background in something as passion can increase the learning curve significantly.
Anthony is our core brand. It is the first line we created and is geared toward men's grooming needs. Having said that, women are also frequent users of the products - hence our tagline, "Developed for Men. Borrowed by Women." Anthony is a premium brand with good-for-you ingredients that is sold in prestige stores and used by anyone from the discerning grooming-conscious person to the everyday man or woman looking for superior skincare.
Shaveworks is our first foray into the women's side of the sink. Each product is considered a "hero" product that is specifically targeted to pre and post-grooming needs for women. It is made with some of the finest ingredients to solve waxing and shaving woes.
Action is our masstige line of grooming products for men. The brand consists of all the daily essentials that a man would use to properly groom himself while keeping his budget in mind.
Finally, Emily & Tony is a collaboration with an old friend who is a renowned sex therapist. The line has three aromatherapy and massage candles that can be used to spice up your home...and your love life.
AM: What sets Anthony apart from other men's skincare and cosmetic brands in the market?
AS: Anthony is one of the only brands that has a founder who leads the creative development and overall brand vision of its products.
AM: What is the primary goal that Anthony looks to accomplish when making its assortment?
AS: What's most important is making sure we develop innovative, high-quality products that meet the needs of our customer. We have been developing products for many years now and have a very good understanding of the market but it is also important for us to listen to our customers, while we take into consideration our own methodical and strategic research to bring to the consumer the best in class grooming products.
AM: Anthony is in a number of locations around the world, will it have its own independent stores in the future?
AS: We have no plans to do this at this time. We feel it is more important to support our retail partners and develop our e-commerce websites.
AM: Are there any launches coming out this fall that we can look forward too?
AS: We recently launched an amazing exfoliating cleansing bar that can be used as a shaving soap, body exfoliator, and facial cleanser. The product is fantastic as it does not leave the skin dry or dehydrated, but well-nourished.
AM: What is your favorite product within your lines?
AS: That's a question I get asked often. I would have to say the ones I use most often are the
Invigorating Rush Hair + Body Wash, Glycolic Facial Cleanser, No Sweat Body Defense, An-
thony Anti-Wrinkle Glycolic Peptide Serum, and, of course, our sunscreen for the face.
AM: What is a core ingredient that you believe is necessary for men to have within this line that is in Anthony products?
AS: We have dozens of key ingredients throughout the line. The one that is used most often may seem boring, but at the right level and in the right formula, is very effective. Aloe Vera is an exceptional ingredient for healing and soothing the skin and is especially good to be used in a wide range of men's skincare products.
AM: Are there ingredients that you would like to use that have yet to be included within Anthony products?
AS: At this time we feel very confident that we are using the right ingredients for the products we make. Having said that, we will start to use more advanced ingredients such as peptides and anti-aging complexes as we begin to develop new products.
AM: When you are not running your grooming business, how do you decompress in terms of fitness, enjoying meals out, etc?
AS: I am an avid runner and enjoy bike riding along the Hudson River in New York City. When time allows, there's nothing I enjoy more than traveling to Malibu and chilling out at the beach or hiking in the mountains.
AM: We know that you are a fan of music and you play the guitar, tell us about Guitar Mash and how this came about?
AS: A very close friend introduced me to Rebecca Weller who had the idea for this amazing concept. The first day we met she explained what she wanted to do and I was in. Guitar Mash is an amazing organization that gets a wide variety of people together for the purpose of jamming, hanging out and sharing musical ideas in a variety of settings.
AM: Tell us more about your involvement in giving back as we know you support a number of causes/charities.
AS: I've always thought it was important to be philanthropic since the inception of the brand. My father passed away from cancer before the products even hit the shelves so it was important for me to give back, not only in his honor, but also to support the fight against prostate cancer as the brand was initially developed for men.
PHOTOGRAPHY CREDIT | UnSplash
The right look starts with some of our must have cosmetics that give you a great glow. This month, we're focused on Laura Mercier's Face Illuminator which gives you an amazing sunkissed look. Allow your skin to stay breatheable with Obsessive Compulsive Cosmetics' OCC Tint: Tinted Moisturizer. Finally, it's always about the eyes and Jane Iredale's Smooth Affair Eyes, eyeshadows in an array of colors.
Read more from the Aug Issue.
