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Dermalogica Clean Start
Dermalogica has released a new brand skincare line, specifically for teenage skin. Clean Start is designed to combat breakouts, without artificial fragrances, colours, stripping alcohols and other aggressive, irritating ingredients. We like! Dermalogica worked with teens and young adults to create the products – giving the line a unique “created by us, for us feel.” The eight piece system works on the basis of three key steps – 1) Getting Clean, 2) Taking on the Issues and 3) Protecting Skin. Even if you’re not a teen – it’s a great way to get clear skin without any pesty skin clogging ingredients!
Find out more at www.cleanstart.co.nz. Starter Kits are available for $83.20.

A couple of weeks ago I was invited along to the launch of Russian Standard Vodka, at Lenin Bar in Auckland. Everyone was given a shot of Russian Standard Vodka, and although I’m definitely not the kind of girl who likes to swallow her vodka whole, I was very impressed when my gulp slid down smoothly, without any nasty kicks or stinging. I didn’t even shudder! Russian Standard Vodka is Russia’s No.1 premium vodka, made with a combination of Russia’s best vodka making traditions and modern distilling techniques. It’s smooth, velvety taste makes it perfect for yummy cocktails – grab a bottle for your next big night out!

 

Introducing the sexy HTC Magic, otherwise known as the ‘Google-phone’. Vodafone’s first Android-powered smartphone, this baby combines high tech features in a super simple and easy to use format. It’s got all the hot features you’d expect – touch screen, web browser, Bluetooth, ability to use applications, and camera, as well as cool Google applications including, Google Maps with Street View  - very handy for when you’re lost! I was lucky enough to have a play with one, and loved being able to access the internet from anywhere – on the bus, at home – even at the movies! Perfect for the savvy girl who always wants to be in the know! RRP $1100, visit www.vodafone.co.nz.

 

Save money, get healthy and score extra brownie points in the kitchen with Annabel Langbein’s new book, Anyone Can Cook – fresh ideas for busy lives. The book was born from Annabel’s concern that too many kiwis resort to unhealthy pre-packaged meal solutions – because they lack the confidence or time to cook. It is beautifully laid out and features simple, easy to read and create recipes. The ingredients are all kitchen basics – no need to worry about crazy exotic things you’ve never heard of, and the recipes teach you how one key ingredient or flavour base can be expanded into many meal solutions. Our fav recipe? Greek, Feta and Spinach Pie. It’s a must-have for the nzgirl who is a little unsure, or time poor in the kitchen. RRP$29.99

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