HydraFacial at The QG

Over the summer I posted about a HydraFacial event that the Quinntessential Gentleman was hosting. The Talented Gallery Director said she had been wanted to try the HydraFacial so we scheduled facials together.

We looked around the shop before going upstairs for our services.

 

I spotted my Smathers & Branson Maryland Flag key fob.   

 

One of the steps of the HydraFacial was a suction that removed all of the impurities from your skin and you could feel it working. We had so much fun catching up and learning how the machine worked. Our skin was hydrated and we could really tell a difference for the next month.

The QG offers all of the traditional men's barber shop services but also has an amazing tailor that does custom suits and shirts. Next time you need a gift for your beau schedule a HydraFacial for yourself...you won't be disappointed.  

 

HydraFacial

The HydraFacial appeared on The Real Housewives Of Beverly Hills when Adrienne Maloof hosted a ‘spa day’ at her home. I remember thinking about how badly I wanted a HydraFacial.  



The Quinntessential Gentleman is hosting a HydraFacial event on Thursday, June 27th to launch the HydraFacial being offered at The GQ Spa. In the future, this treatment will be priced at $165 but for the event, they will be offering it for only $50. When you call to book your Real Housewives facial, mention the blog and you will be entered in a drawing for a massage (410) 685-7428.

The HydraFacial is suppose to make your skin look and feel amazing. I can't wait to have the treatment and have a total Kyle moment!

The Hydrafacial resurfacing treatment thoroughly enhances the skin providing cleansing, exfoliation, extractions and hydration, including Vortex-Fusion of antioxidants, peptides and Hyaluronic Acid.  This is a non-invasive, non- surgical procedure that delivers instant results with no discomfort or downtime. The treatment is good for any ethnicity and great for males or females.

To Do List

Eagerly anticipate the Kayce Hughes Spring 2011 line.

Shop Patagonia's sale and look for a new winter hat...

CK Bradley's Apres Pom Pom Hat is also a contender.

Look for new stationary.

Try dry shampoo. I have heard Oscar Blandi's dry shampoo is great for adding volume but I am open to any other suggestions.

Go to Tutti Frutti a self serve frozen yogurt shop that is new to my area.

Pick up a new Rosebud Salve...I am running low.

Pre-order the Lilly Pulitzer Sunglass Strap aka croakies from the Preppy Princess.

What is on your to-do list?

Paperless Post

Paperless Post allows you to design and send cards digitally without sacrificing the traditions of classic, custom stationery. Digital communication is green, cost efficient and perfect for planning last minute parties. Paperless Post also allows you to track invitations and RSVPs. I have received several Paperless Posts this summer and I have been impressed with all of them! Paperless Post is free to join, and there are 25 free stamps included with sign-up.

Pink and Green Hydration

I adore the ocean and never get tired of being on the beach. I always come prepared with a thermos of ice water...which enables me to spend as much time as possible on the beach. I jazzed up this pink cooler with a lime green monogram decal from 2PreppyGirls.

Sorting Silverware

Do you segregate your silverware? I always load my dishwasher with my forks, knives, and spoons all separated...it makes unloading that much easier. Once you try this you will never go back to sorting your silverware come unloading time. Let me know if you already practice this method or if you think you will give it a whirl.

Allergies...they 're back

This time last week I was recovering from an allergy attack. The night before I was running on a treadmill at the gym and it became very difficult to even finish a mile. My first thought was that I must be out of shape and later I realized that something just wasn’t right. My eyes were blood shot and then they began swelling. I immediately knew I was having an allergy attack. I popped an Allegra and called my doctor.

JCW was in class so my mom came and whisked me away to Patient First. My mom always finds a way to make me laugh even if it’s totally inappropriate.

My doctor was able to access my allergist records and order lab work that could potentially help determine the cause of these attacks. The folks at Patient First weren’t able to draw my blood. Sometimes it can be rather difficult to find my veins. They tried compresses and massaging my arms but ended up turning me away.

Kiehl's Avocado Eye Cream allowed me to return to public a little less puffy.

It has been a year and a month since my last attack and I thought they had gone away for good. I am going to stay positive and pray that this doesn't become a pattern. It would be a lot easier to digest if the cause of these attacks was determined. If I have another one it better be during business hours....it would make things a lot easier.

Special thanks to my mom for coming to my rescue and keeping me highly entertained. Your support means to world to me and I am glad you didn’t pass out during the trial and error attempts at drawling blood. xx

Welcome 2010

Every year I get a pocket planner from Graphic Image. They come in an array of colors and the leather stands up to wear and tear. I decided to go with an Hermes orange for 2010. I may be old fashion but I much prefer a traditional calender to an electronic. I have admired many desk calendars but I love the convenience of being able to scribble myself a reminder from any location.

After starting this blog I have found myself on post-it overload. I knew I had to break this cycle in the new year, so I ordered a notebook from Gallery Leather. I think the navy and orange is a great combo.

Here's to an organized 2010! xx

RxArt

Limited edition Keihl's Creme De Corps, 100% of Kiehl's net profits will benefit RxArt...both a great cause and a great product.

RxArt is a non-profit organization committed to placing contemporary art in hospitals around the country. Works are placed in exam rooms, patient rooms, waiting areas, and lobbies to help ease stress and anxiety.

“We want to take children out of the hospital” –Diane Brown, RxArt Founder

Mount Sinai Hospital, New York, Artist: Jason Middlebrook

The Traveling Seeds installation is located in the Bone Marrow Transplant Unit

Schneider Children's Hospital of the North Shore-LIJ Medical System, Artist: William Wegman

NYU Child Study Center, Artist: Ryan McGinness

"The artwork has made the hospital attractive and made the patients feel respected, healthier, and better about themselves."(A registered nurse at RUH)

Between the Lines: A Coloring Book of Drawings by Contemporary Artists

This coloring book contains works by over fifty contemporary artists and are given to children in RxArt facilities. You can also purchase them and the proceeds go to RxArt projects.

Fisherman's Friend

Fisherman's Friend lozenges were originally designed in 1865 for Fisherman in the UK. These fisherman endured extreme conditions at sea and these lozenges became their "friend" while suffering from bronchitis and respiratory infections. These lozenges certainly do the trick...what worked for Icelandic fisherman will work for you!

I have only seen the original Fisherman's Friend lozenges but I am going to pursue the other flavors.

They come in so many flavors...I am dying to try the tropical.

I am still hunting for the tins.