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Amika "I Love New York" Ceramic Styler -- Gorgeous Hair In Black And White

Zebras, basketball referee uniforms, nautical buoys, classic Adidas Superstar sneakers, Op Art pieces, harlequin clown uniforms, Beetlejuice's threads, barcodes, piano keys, Mod fashions... The list of objects, creatures, and icons bearing distinctive black-and-white stripes seems endless. For beauty junkies like myself, this age-old pattern instantly signifies Sephora, the largest cosmetics retailer in the nation, with over 20 store locations in New York City alone. After all, it's easy to spot a Sephora store thanks to the horizontal black-and-white stripes on the walls constituting its façade and covering the columns in its interior space.

Fittingly, then, hair styling tool company Amika chose this very same pattern when designing its limited-edition "I Love New York" Styler, available for $135 exclusively at Sephora stores and on Sephora.com. In addition to the horizontal black-and-white stripes covering its top surface, this professional styling tool features the phrase "I <3 New York" in clear and red crystals close to the hinged edge, atop one of the black stripes to give the crystals a bit more pop and make them worthy of a Broadway marquis. 

Like all of Amika's top-notch ceramic stylers, the Amika  "I Love New York" Styler features 100% ceramic plates that emit far-infrared heat, allowing you to create your ideal hairstyle while also protecting the hair cuticle from damage by sealing moisture in the hair shaft (thereby making this a much safer alternative than traditional flat irons and curling irons that wreak havoc on your tresses). The 1.25" floating plate design, meanwhile, offers you the opportunity to create a broader range of looks — from pin-straight 'dos to soft waves and loose curls. 

And, since time waits for no woman, the ceramic styler heats up to the desired temperature within 10 seconds, so that you can be out the door in record time. What's more New York than that type of efficiency?

 

Rachel Roy "Kindness Is Always Fashionable" Ghana Clutch

The late Lancashire-born historical fiction writer Amelia E. Barr, author of Remember The Alamo, once penned the phrase, "Kindness is always fashionable." This philosophy has been adopted by New York-based fashion designer Rachel Roy, who launched a charitable platform by the same name, creating limited-edition pieces to raise funds for such non-profit organizations as: charity: water, which brings clean drinking water to developing nations; Heart of Haiti, a program launched through Macy's that enlists artisans and designers from Haiti to create jewelry pieces using recycled materials, offering them a vehicle through which to sell their wares and earn fair living wages; and, most recently, OrphanAid Africa, which helps families stay together by, not only caring for children in need, but also providing assistance to their parents in the form of job training, food supplies, medical care, treatment for HIV-positive mothers, counseling, and other such efforts. One hundred percent of the net profits from the sale of the Rachel Roy "Kindness Is Always Fashionable" Ghana Clutch ($49 at RachelRoy.com and Bloomingdales.com), then, will benefit OrphanAid Africa.  

Measuring 23 1/2" in width, 14 1/2" in height, and 2" in depth, the Rachel Roy "Kindness Is Always Fashionable" Ghana Clutch is made of woven cotton/linen and features an abstract print on one side and the quote "Kindness is Always Fashionable" on the other side, with watercolor-esque, brush-like strokes of yellow and green behind these words. Printed in bold black letters, this phrase is positioned directly beneath a pattern composed of stitched rectangular shapes arranged in neat rows, with each section of green bars followed by a section of purple bars, pops of black color adding a tribal flair to the piece. The same exact geometric pattern, including the strip of trapezoid shapes in between the rows of rectangles, repeats on the opposite side. Since the linen fabric along the top of the bag is dyed with a mixture of red, yellow, and purple pigments recalling a desert sunset, the geometric shapes don't look as severe as they might otherwise.

A metal frame with a top clasp closure painted in black complete the simple design of the envelope-shaped clutch. Simple hinges on the sides of the clutch make the piece slightly roomier, and the interior features a slip pocket with the words "For my kids in Ghana" printed underneath its opening, right next to Roy's signature.

Help Roy offer her kids in Ghana more than a dedication — allow her to grant them the gift of hope. 

All About Evie Evan -- Skin Care That Adapts To Your Skin's Needs ?

As much as I adore prestigious skincare brands like Shiseido, Clinique, Caudalie, L'Occitane, Kate Somerville, Perricone MD, Korres, Arcona, Origins, Kiehl's, and SK-II, I'm always eager to discover new up-and-coming lines filled with promise and potential. Every so often, while sampling products from these newly introduced lines, you'll find something worth adding to your skin care regimen on a long-term basis, a purifying, line-reducing, brightening, hydrating, balancing, or firming formulation that has flown under reviewers' radars despite its obvious merits. Of course, there's also the chance that, while trying out one of these relatively unknown products, you'll look like Nicolas Cage during the face transplant scene in Face/Off, your tender skin practically seared, but one hopes the outcome won't involve any such tragedy. Truth be told, being a beauty writer often means acting as a guinea pig, shouldering a certain amount of risk in order to share your first-hand experiences with readers.

And so, it was with a mix of excitement and fear that I ventured to try the three key products in the Evie Evan skincare line. Last fall, the Texas-based company expanded beyond its local roots, with its offerings landing in select retailers across the country and its e-commerce website officially launching. Rooted in a philosophy that merges scientific research with a nature-based approach to tending to skin, the brand seeks to create cruelty-free products that can adopt to the specific needs of all customers — regardless of age, skin care type, sex, or ethnicity. Such a goal is both ambitious and admirable, but could it truly be achieved? Could a skin care cleanser, for example, be all things to all people? Evie Evan thinks that, with the right natural ingredients — among them panthenol, orange peel oil, jasmine, bergamot oil, and clary sage — such a goal lies within reach. She therefore describes the products in her eponymous line as "skin smart," by which she means that they can identify the needs of your skin and tailor their activity accordingly. 

Her recommended regimen, then, involves three steps. First, there's the Evie Evan The Cleanser ($32 at EvieEvan.com), a gel-like face wash with a pool blue color and a lightweight consistency. The paraben-, lanolin-, petroleum-, and mineral oil-free cleanser includes such ingredients as: lime oil, a natural antiseptic and antimicrobial often used in cleansing formulations; lemon peel oil, which softens and smooths, helps to combat acne, stimulates skin renewal, acts as a skin brightener, reducing the appearance of dark spots, and removes impurities; panthenol, a form of vitamin B that softens the skin, functions as a natural humectant, and soothes irritations; orange peel oil, which also boasts anti-inflammatory and antiseptic benefits, decongesting clogged pores to help combat acne, and which can help to stimulate collagen production, minimizing the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles; jasmine oil, which soothes redness and irritation, making it ideal for those with dry or sensitive skin; bergamot oil, which attacks acne-causing bacteria; rose oil, which acts as a natural toner, antiseptic agent, and natural humectant; cedarwood oil, which is particularly useful for acne-prone skin due to its astringent abilities; and clary sage oil, which can balance sebum production, so that your skin produces just the right amount of natural oils.

It does, however, contain cassia leaf oil, which has antimicrobial and anti-fungal properties but can also function as a sensitizer, causing topical irritations. Most skincare experts would advise against applying pure cassia leaf oil directly on the skin, but there's some debate as to whether it can be used when diluted with gentler botanical oils and spices like those of geranium, jasmine, rosemary or frankincense. 

So what was my experience with the cleanser? My initial response was pretty positive. I liked that the cleanser wasn't too creamy or milky, that its consistency was light and gel-like and yet it managed to lather nicely when water was added. Once I rinsed off the cleanser, however, my skin felt a bit too dry and stiff; when making facial movements, I felt uncomfortable, as if my skin would crack if I smiled too hard. Once I moisturized, any discomfort subsided but, nevertheless, I felt like perhaps since the number of botanical oils with astringent properties greatly surpassed the amount of hydrating, collagen-boosting, humectant ingredients, this cleanse would best be suited for women with oily, acne-prone skin, as opposed to those with dry or sensitive skin (like me). 

I assumed any post-cleansing discomfort and irritation would eventually dissipate as my skin adjusted to the cleanser but, having used the product regularly during a three-week period, I can honestly say the unpleasant sensation never ended. Even worse, I started breaking out as a result of using this product. Apparently, the cleanser dried out my skin so much that it accomplished the opposite of what it was supposed to do, stimulating the production of more natural oils than were necessary to keep skin balanced, clear, and smooth.

Add to that the fact that the cleanser includes cassia leaf oil, a controversial ingredients, and I'd suggest keeping away from this product altogether.

The Evie Evan Moisture Creme ($41 at EvieEvan.com) proved way kinder to my skin, perhaps due to its incorporation of aloe leaf juice and jasmine extract and jasmine oil, which calm and soothe the complexion. Ingredients like retinyl palmitate, meanwhile, work as anti-aging agents, diminishing the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines by increasing collagen production. Wheat germ glycerides, meanwhile, lubricate the skin's surface and provide antioxidant protection due to their vitamin E content. 

I enjoyed the moisturizer's light consistency, akin to a watered-down cup of vanilla yogurt and appreciated what its effectiveness in terms of hydrating, softening, and smoothing skin. That being said, if you have very specific skincare concerns — like uneven skin tone or mature skin — I wouldn't suggest using this cream without supplementing it with another product more targeted to address those specific issues. Also, because so many of the ingredients in the cleanser can leave the skin more vulnerable to UV damage, it's essential to use a sunscreen after applying this moisturizer.

Overall, I wasn't blown away by this moisturizer, but I also wasn't displeased with it in any way. I just felt that, in trying to be suitable for all skin types, it fell short of accomplishing any goal particularly well. It goes back to the the age-old dilemma: do you take on a lot and do a mediocre job or do you take a more selective approach, focusing on fewer objectives and making sure to excel in each realm? Truth be told, it's usually better to adopt the latter approach.

Lastly, there's the Evie Evan Purity Masque ($36 at EvieEvan.com), a clay-like mask that helps to fight acne-causing bacteria, control oil production, reduce pore size, and purify skin. The mask, then, contains: orange peel oil, witch is used to fight acne by unclogging pores; witch hazel, a well-known astringent; safflower oil, which acts as a lubricant by forming a protective barrier on the epidermis that prevents excess loss of moisture; chamomile, which soothes and calms the skin; and vitamins A, C, D, and E. 

Out of all the products in the Evie Evan line, the Purity Masque was the only one that really scored on every single level in my book. 

After using the mask, my skin looked more radiant, and it felt softer and smoother. Most importantly, any

acne breakouts cleared quicker than usual after using this mask: pimple size decreased, redness was reduced, and pores appeared smaller.

If there's one product you should try, make it the Evie Evan Purity Masque.

 

 

Einstein USB Flash Drive Mimobot -- A Quantum Leap In File Storage

 

The man behind the theory of relativity, Nobel Prize-winning scientist and physic pioneer Albert Einstein, once said, "out of clutter, find simplicity." These words could have guided the making of the new Einstein Mimobot (available at Mimoco.com), a cartoonish, irreverent, playful USB flash drive modeled after the iconic man of science. 

The Einstein Mimobot is the first installment in the new "The Legends of Mimobot Series," which commemorates some of the most influential, trail-blazing figures in history. And who better to kick off the series than the man behind the famous E=MC2 formula?

Available in 6 different storage capacities — 2GB, 4GB, 8GB, 16GB, 32GB, and 64GB (ranging in price from $22.95 to $119.95) — this collectible figurine captures both the studious and the playful sides of Albert Einstein. When the USB drive is covered, the caricaturesque depiction of Einstein bears a stern expression, his lids half closed, his mouth closed, and his lips fully covered by his white mustache. Once you remove the cap, however, you'll giggle as you see your Einstein Mimobot bearing an entirely different expression, one inspired by perhaps the most widely replicated image of the "mad scientist," the photograph Arthur Sasse snapped on March 14, 1971, the night of Einstein's 72nd birthday, in which the German intellectual is depicted with his eyes widened and his tongue sticking out mischievously.

Like all Mimobots, this one comes pre-loaded with character-related content, with Einstein-themed wallpapers, icons, and avatars to complete your quantum quest.

 

 

A Cross You'll Want To Bear -- Discover Mark Cross Handbags

 

 

 

 

When you carry a Mark Cross handbag, you might feel like you're enjoying a Midnight in Paris experience — after all, alongside his wife Sara, Gerald Murphy, president of the company from 1934 to 1964, hobnobbed with The Great Gatsby author F. Scott Fitzgerald and his wife Zelda Fitzgerald, poet Dorothy Parker, and Nobel Prize-winning author Ernest Hemingway. F. Scott Fitzgerald even dedicated his novel Tender Is the Night to Gerald and Sara Murphy. Though the Mark Cross Company was founded in 1845 and its origins had distinctly equestrian overtones, it wasn't until the mid to late 1930s that the brand's fine, sophisticated, carefully crafted handbags were embraced by Hollywood's elite, the literary and musical masterminds of the era, and the fashion zealots influenced by Parisian designers' sensibilities. At its height, Mark Cross enjoyed exposure on the silver screen, with its luggage prominently featured in Alfred Hichcock's 1954 thriller Rear Window.

Though Mark Cross closed in 1997, following the deaths of both Gerald and Sara Murphy, the company was resurrected in 2010 and is now readying its reintroduction, debuting exclusively at Barney's as of January 30th.

Rather than deviate from the company's storied heritage, the Mark Cross Collection I features pieces inspired by its vintage archives, modified ever so slightly so as to not appear dated or costume-like — all produced in the very same factories as the original designs. Made of Italian leather, these classic handbags come in neutral shades like taupe, honey, cuoio, and nude, as well as a dusty pavone blue, a timeless black, and a classic red, their price tags ranging from $1495 to $2350.

Standouts include the Grace Small Box Trunk and Grace Large Box Trunk, priced at $1695 and $1995 respectively, both inspired by the overnight case famously Grace Kelly carried in Rear Window.  Made of Italian calf leather, the box-shaped handbag looks as if it features a removable top lid but in fact, it's meant to be carried on the side, with the brass lock closure facing upward. Once the lock is unclasped, the bag opens sideways, facilitated by its hinged frame, which fans open like an accordion. The bag's interior is lined with red lambskin and features a roomy zippered pocket. A sturdy top handle and detachable shoulder strap complete the effect. Available in either beige or black, the Grace Large Box Trunk measures 8.5" in length, 6.5" in width, and 4.5" in height, while the Grace Small Box Trunk measures 7.5" in length, 5.5" in width, and 3.5" in height.

You can practically picture Gossip Girl character Blair Waldorf traipsing through Paris in a beret, wearing a chic sundress while carrying a Grace Small Box Trunk — after all, she's been aspiring to be the next Grace Kelly since the age of 18.

The Scottie handbag (pictured above, third and fourth from top) and the Marina clutch (pictured last above) were also modeled after vintage designs.

Made of Italian vegetable tanned leather, the Mark Cross Scottie Small Flap Satchel ($1950 at MarkCross1845.com) measures 11.5" in length, 3.5" in width, and 8" in height, and features a retro top handle, a trapezoid-shaped top flap with tonal stitching, a  brass lock closure, and a detachable shoulder strap. 

Art Deco sensibilities inform the design of the Marina Evening Clutch ($1495 at MarkCross1845.com), an envelope-shaped bag with rounded sides crafted out of supple black Italian calf leather. Measuring 11" in length, 1.5" in width, and 6" in height, the clutch features a rectangular top flap adorned with a slim rectangular, golden brass bar trim at its edge. This golden bar is then filled with black enamel for a touch of red carpet-worthy glamour. 

 For more details, visit MarkCross1845.com and BarneysNY.com.

Hot Pink Lacquer And Perky Polka Dots Are The Recipe For An Adorable Valentine's Day Mani

 

  

Valentine's Day is quickly approaching and, if you're already feeling the sting of Cupid's arrow, then channel your amorous sentiments via a perky manicure like the one I created above. This super simple nail design speaks to the polka dot trend that's been de rigueur throughout the Fall/Winter 2011 season while updating the spotted look for Spring 2012 via bright pops of color. 

To create the look, you'll need three nail lacquer shades — a hot pink hue (like the M2M Hot Girls polish I used), a clean and snowy white (like the nacrous Orly Au Champagne polish I used), and a baby pink hue (like Laura Mercier's Ooh La La). You'll also need a dotting tool to create small polka dots that are surprisingly symmetrical, as opposed to drippy, amorphous, glob-like spots. If you don't own a professional dotting tool, don't distress — a simple bobby pin will do the trick. Simply bend the bobby pin to create a straight line, then use one of the rounde ends (preferably the more linear side so as to better control your handiwork) to create the dotted imprints on your nails. 

To start your perky in pink nail design, begin by brushing the fuchsia pink shade onto your nails. Once dry, reach for your white and baby pink nail lacquers, as well as your dotting tool. Start with the white polish and, dipping the dotting tool into the nail polish bottle, press the color down onto the nail, carefully creating a vertical row of polka dots along the center of each nail. Once this task is complete, wipe down your dotting tool and repeat the process with the baby pink color, this time creating two vertical rows of polka dots, one on either side of the white row at the nail's center.

Once you've completed your polka dot rows, wait a few minutes for the polish to dry and then brush a clear top coat onto your nails. This will protect your manicure, prevent colors from chipping too rapidly, and add a nice glossy finish.

That's it! To watch the process unfold, check out the tutorial above!

Here are more finished pics of the look:

 

 

 

Tune In Right Here For A Live Video Chat With Kiehl's President Chris Salgardo And Consulting Dermatologist Dr. Adam Geyer

Watch live streaming video from kiehls at livestream.com

 

To celebrate the release of its newest skincare release, the Dermatologist Solutions Clearly Corrective Dark Spot Solution, a serum with a Vitamin C derivative that fights hyperpigmentation by breaking up melanin clusters, thereby diminishing their visibility while also protecting the skin from producing the excess melanin that leads to age spots, Kiehl's is hosting a live chat with Kiehl's President Chris Salgardo and consulting dermatologist Dr. Adam Geyer. 

Taking place at 3 p.m. EST, the chat will focus on both the technology behind this new product, the causes of uneven skin tone, the best anti-aging regimens, and much more.

Make sure to tune in now — just click on the play button above and watch the chat as it happens!

 

 

Tracking Down the Jewelry Seen in "The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo"

 

 

 

By now, you're probably rather familiar with the movie poster of The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo in which Rooney Mara appears topless, the film's release date printed in bold numbers to cover (albeit incompletely) the pierced nipples that, if fully exposed, would cause a major uproar among "family values" crusaders. If you look closely at Rooney Mara's hand, the one clutching Daniel Craig's arm, which is itself slung over her chest protectively, you'll notice Mara is wearing several rings in her character's signature goth style. In her role as Lisbeth Salander, Mara sports these very same rings throughout the film, complementing her razor blade pendant necklace, lip ring, nose ring, and the black spiral earrings dangling from her lobes.

Well, I set out to investigate who designed the jewelry seen in the film and, as it turns out, one of my favorite jewelry designers, Jules Kim, is the lady behind the rings Lisbeth Salander rocked while executing her stealth cyber operations, solving a decades-old crime, and exacting revenge on a merciless rapist. Kim's Bijules line is centered on many of the same principles that we associate with the character of Lisbeth Salander. Her pieces all have an air of unapologetic confidence, a dark beauty that will frighten some and fascinate others, and a slightly lethal quality that makes them feel treacherous yet titillating. It's only fitting, then, that two of her most in-your-face pieces would wind up gracing Mara's fingers for her role as Salander: the Bijules Bony Knuckle Ring ($264 at BijulesNYC.com), meant to be positioned atop the knuckle and featuring two pieces of metal shaped to resemble femurs and curved into a two-tier design; and the Bijules Mini Curved Bar Ring ($238 at BijulesNYC.com), a slightly rounded version of the Bar Ring that Kim considers the staple of the Bijules line, with a gleaming top bar that can cover up to three fingers. 

Salander's tribal-flavored earrings, meanwhile, were designed by Tawapa, an organic jewelry brand that specializes in pieces made of organic materials ranging from coconut shells and exotic woods to post-consumer water buffalo horn and fossilized ivory. Though many of the brand's earring designs mimic those seen in the film, the Horn Night Shade earrings (starting at $41.25 at Tawapa.com) are the closest approximation, with their spiraling shape and the small hook-like details along each curve of the glossy black buffalo horn.

So there you have it, folks! If you're feeling like rocking a subversive look these days, you now have the right weaponry to do so.

New Case-Mate x Marvel iPhone Case Collection -- They're The Best At What They Do

 

By the hammer of Thor! As if Case-Mate didn't already offer an array of iPhone cases boasting both special style powers and superhuman strength, they've now released the Case-Mate Marvel Collection, which consists of 15 superhero-centric models for comic book enthusiasts and pop cuture fanatics alike.

The Case-Mate Marvel collection can be divided into five categories, each centered on a Marvel character or crime-fighting unit: Thor, Spider-Man, X-Men, Iron Man, and Captain America. Featuring authentic Marvel illustrations, the iPhone cases will protect your smartphone, much like the heroes depicted on their exteriors protected planet Earth. 

The Spider-Man collection, for example, includes three iPhone designs: "Flight," in which he's depicted leaping off of tall buildings, with long spiderwebs shooting out of his fingertips to ensure his safe descent (as shown last above); "Dive," in which the arachnid-human hybrid plummets down, head first, as if diving into the ocean's depths; and "Victory," in which Peter Parker's alter ego is shown standing in front of the Green Goblin, Chameleon, and Doctor Octopus, presumably toasting his triumph over these villainous characters.

The X-Men collection includes three of the most colorful and dynamic designs: first, there's "Battle," in which Wolverine, Storm, Angel and Jean Grey are shown facing off against Iceman (shown second from top); "Shred," in which Wolverine's wields his hatchet-like claws mercilessly while battling an enemy; and "Conquer," in which Gambit and Angel stand against a fiery backdrop, presumably the explosive results of Gambit's ability to change latent energy into kinetic one.

The three Thor cases are also impressive, particularly "Hammer" (shown third from top), in which the Nordic warrior raises his Mjolnir hammer, a lightning storm lighting up the sky behind him. In the brutal "Destroy" design, meanwhile, Thor rumbles with the assistance of Iron Man, both having teamed up to form The Avengers. In the "Blast" case, meanwhile, we see a close-up of the blond god, his mouth agape as if he were shrieking a combat call, his blue eyes bloodshot with rage, and his silver helmet with the wing details positioned atop his head.

Another three cases were designed in honor of Iron Man and Captain America, respectively, each showcasing the superhero of choice in action, with Tony Stark slipping into his armored suit and unleashing his repulsor blast as needed and Captain America clutching his star-emblazoned shield while dodging enemy fire. 

Each case in the Case-Mate x Marvel collection retails for $40 and stands as a true collector's item, particularly for those of you with an appreciation for the classic battles versus good and evil staged in comic books since their inception. Visit Case-Mate.com to buy.

Cop A Pair of White + Warren Fingerless Gloves And Receive A Complimentary Sally Hansen Manicure Set

 

 

 

I have an affinity for fingerless gloves — whether they're leather ones with zippers, studs, and buckles; wool pieces with ribbed wrist bands and frayed edges at the fingertips; warm and fuzzy thanks to their angora fabrication; or simple, understated, and refined cashmere gloves. My penchant for fingerless gloves could be the result of my urban surroundings and the fact that, like most self-starters living in the digital age, I'm always tapping on the keypad of my mobile phone so I can promptly respond to e-mails, check the news, and connect with readers and fans via Twitter (follow me at @sickathanavg). And, while some companies have released touchscreen gloves, these are generally lacking in terms of their style quotient. For now, then, I'll stick with my fingerless gloves, which have the added benefit of infusing a youthful, punk-like edge to any ensemble

If you share my sentiment in regards to fingerless gloves, then you'll appreciate the new collaboration between luxury cashmere brand White + Warren and beauty giant Sally Hansen. For a limited time, when you purchase a pair of White + Warren Fingerless Gloves online (down to $40 from $95 at WhiteandWarren.com), you'll get a complimentary Sally Hansen Manicure Set so that you can keep cuticles smooth, hands soft and silky, nails perfectly shaped, and coated in a classic color.

The Sally Hansen Manicure Kit (pictured above) includes the following products: a Sally Hansen Hard As Nails Coarse Nail Board (which retails for $2.67 at Drugstore.com); a bottle of Nailgrowth Miracle Serum ($9.15 at Drugstore.com and other food and drug retailers), a strengthening peptide serum treatment designed for daily use and fortified with biotin, a B-complex vitamin that fortifies thin and brittle nails, as well as lemon peel oil, a common ingredient for conditioning cuticles and nails; a bottle of Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure polish in Right Said Red ($7 at mass food and drug retailers, including Drugstore.com), a classic Minnie Mouse-worthy red lacquer that's amazingly shiny, long-wearing, and chip resistant; and a tube of Sally Hansen Dry Chapped Hand Creme ($5.50 at Drugstore.com), a new lotion that moisturizes hands and provides some relief for those with chapped or cracked skin, brittle nails and rough cuticles thanks to the incorporation of softening, conditioning shea butter; safflower seed oil, which helps the skin retain moisture; and soybean oil, which boasts wound healing properties and also gives the skin a nice smooth sensation.

When you purchase a pair of 100% cashmere fingerless gloves from White + Warren (available in Black, Navy, Midnight Teal, Citron, Lilac, Grey Frost, and Fossil Heather), then, you'll also be receiving nearly $30 worth of hand care products. And considering that the gloves are over 50% off right now, you'll actually be getting a combined value of $120 for your $40 purchase.

With this deal, your hands are, well, in the right hands.