Spending months sheltering at home has given many people a chance to rediscover the simple pleasures in life – buttery soft loungewear made of silk and cashmere, having time to curl up and read a book, or indulging in a pampering skincare ritual. This season, we’re declaring luxury skincare gifts from L.RAPHAEL an essential for the beauty and skincare lovers in your life. Between winter weather, dry indoor heat, and wearing masks in public, everyone’s skin has been taking a beating. L.RAPHAEL is our official Editor’s Pick this year for luxury skincare, and we love how their products focus on three factors: purification, hydration, and nourishment.

Here are some of our favorite products:

L.RAPHAEL Perfection Serum
Applying a quality serum to the face and neck before moisturizing is a game changer. L’RAPHAEL’s Perfection Serum is a trifecta of firming, plumping, and anti-aging goodness that delivers long-term effects.

L.RAPHAEL Perfection Eye Cream
The Perfection Eye Cream is one of L.RAPHAEL’s most popular products, as it is a results-based formula that corrects, protects, and strengthens the delicate skin around the eyes. Face masks have definitely brought more attention to the eye region, and this luxe eye cream will help keep the area free of fine lines and wrinkles.

L.RAPHAEL Perfection Cream
Finding the right moisturizer is a crucial step in anyone’s skincare routine. Hydration is essential, but the wrong formula (one that is too rich and greasy) will only perpetuate breakouts, blackheads, and clogged pores. The L.RAPHAEL Perfection Cream is gorgeously hydrating yet allows the skin to breathe. The result? A smooth, dewy, and youthful complexion – the ultimate gift that keeps on giving.

L.RAPHAEL Mineral Balancing Power Purifying Mask
This is a mask your loved ones won’t mind wearing. With a multi-mineral formula that absorbs excess oils and decongests pores, it only takes one or two treatments a week to see a significant difference in the skin. Have you heard of the hydrolipidic film? This is a barrier to the skin that wards off bacteria while locking in moisture; and the Mineral Balancing Power Purifying Mask keeps that barrier in check.

L.RAPHAEL GLOBAL AGE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
Move over, 12 Days of Christmas. The Global Age Management System by L.RAPHAEL is the ultimate luxury skincare gift. With 12 doses of skin supplements, this set was designed to deliver an intense “booster therapy treatment” over the course of 12 consecutive days for a visibly refined, smooth, tightened, and lifted look by the end of the treatment. When it comes to the Fountain of Youth, this is as close as it gets.

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In last year’s Fall/Winter 2018 issue, we published an interview with skin care guru, Mila Moursi, creator of Mila Moursi Advanced Skin Care.

As the go-to aesthetician for some of Hollywood’s biggest stars (think Charlize Theron and Jennifer Anniston), Mila is known for combining her love of natural ingredients with the latest in cosmetic science and technology. The result? A luxurious line of results-based skin care products that work to achieve a flawless complexion.

“The DNA of my brand is very French,” says Mila. “It’s made in France, but it grew in California. It’s like a Franco-American brand in a sense. It has the artistry of the French knowhow, but it also incorporates American technology. I wanted a line that is natural, but scientific at the same time. I love nature, plant extracts, and natural oils; but when you really want to work on lines and wrinkles, you need science. My respect for nature combined with my respect for science gives me a product that can work for both.”

Signature Mila Moursi products include the Refining Lotion, which can produce visible results in as little as fourteen days, and the Mila Moursi sunscreen – an advanced formula that protects skin from the sun and pollution, without clogging pores

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New York City is teeming with indulgent spas, but L.Raphael truly sets itself apart as global leader in skincare and anti-aging treatments. As a Swiss luxury beauty brand, L.Raphael is known for its state-of-the-art oxygen and ultra-sound technology that has both revolutionized the science of skincare, while also leading to high-performance face and body treatments. With the holiday season on the horizon, a visit to this NYC spa is a must for some pampering and blissful downtime.

At the core of the L.Raphael brand is the company’s signature “Seven Foundations of Beauty” – nutrition, activity, relaxation, aesthetics, medical, age management, and stress management. These lifestyle components were grouped together as an all-encompassing way to address optimal health, vitality, and achieving a more youthful appearance from the inside out.

Medical:

Medical tests are conducted on clients to determine their body’s needs. Personalized programs are then developed, based on the results.

Nutrition:

For a vibrant and youthful appearance, the body must be hydrated and nourished with essential vitamins and minerals.

Physical Activity:

Exercise is necessary to improve mental wellbeing and physical health, as it eases stress, improves circulation, and keeps the body toned and strong.

Age Management:

L.Raphael offers scientifically advanced treatments and skincare lines that actively prevent and address signs of aging. Although aging is inevitable, L.Raphael clients can absolutely age well.

Aesthetics:

Non-invasive treatments use advanced technology to improve one’s appearance and boost self-esteem.

Stress Management:

Creating and maintaining a relaxed and balanced state-of-mind can naturally enhance how clients look and feel about themselves and the world around them.

Play/Leisure Time: A playful spirit, a happy heart, and a beautiful life comes from taking time to play, relax, and embrace joy that radiates from within.

With this multi-faceted approach to beauty and wellness, L.Raphael visitors can expect a wonderfully unique NYC spa experience. Some luxury treatments include the Oxy Peel Anti-Aging Treatment, which uses a pure oxygen jet with the exclusive LEC-40 Complex of Omega 3, pure lecithin, and vitamins A, C, and E to reduce wrinkles and restore skin elasticity. The Oxy Caviar Treatment harnesses the antioxidant power of Caulerpa – a marine algae from Japan known as “Green Caviar” – to make skin appear visibly lifted, smoother, and brighter. Clients may even book an L.Raphael Private Spa service, so they can indulge in spa treatments in the privacy of their own homes, offices, or yachts around the world.

Care to try a dose of the L.Raphael life this season? The limited edition Diamond Powder Mask is now available, making the perfect gift for all the beauty and skincare lovers on your holiday gift list. Real diamond powder (a superb exfoliator) is combined with L.Raphael’s renowned Cure C formulation to deliver immediate and long-term results.

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L.Raphael has locations in NYC, Geneva, Cannes, Beverly Hills, Tel Aviv, and Kazakhstan.

Audrey Hepburn once said, “The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes, because that is the doorway to her heart; the place where love resides.” In that spirit, what would any bride’s makeup be without the perfect lashes to make her eyes pop? It’s no secret that a fluttering fringe of lashes creates a glamorous effect, which is why so many A-listers and glam girls are in love with Lilly Lashes by Lilly Ghalichi.

Founded by reality star Lilly Ghalichi in 2013, Lilly Lashes has made its mark in the world of false lashes with an extra-flattering 3D feature. Rather than having to stack several strips of lashes together to create a fuller and more dramatic effect, Lilly’s 3D lashes provide the same results in a single strip. Not only are the lashes comfortable to wear, but they also last all day – a definite must when being photographed for hours on end during your wedding celebration.

The Lilly Lashes collections include cruelty-free 3D mink lashes, cruelty-free luxury mink lashes, and 3D faux mink lashes – a collection made from revolutionary, silk-like fibers that mimic the look of mink, while being 100% vegan and animal-friendly. With completely invisible bands, the lashes create a flawless seal against the lash line, and there’s a set of lashes to complement any eye shape, from monolid to almond.

Brides looking for more natural lash styles can shop the Lilly Lashes Luxury Collection, which includes bestselling styles, “Goddess” and “Luxe.” These lashes will add definition and accentuate the eyes, but without being too over-the-top. For brides who aren’t afraid to go glam and make a statement, the “Miami” and “Mykonos” styles are guaranteed to bring the drama.

See Lilly wearing her lashes during her beautiful Beverly Hills wedding, featured in our current Fall/Winter 2017 issue.

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We love a dramatic winged eye and a crimson red lip, but neither feels quite right in the realm of beach weddings. Beach brides look their most gorgeous when trading in super coiffed hair, heavy makeup, and structured wedding gowns for romantic hairstyles, flowing fabrics, and effortlessly beautiful makeup. It’s all about creating the illusion of low-maintenance beauty, while still looking flawless and refined. These tried-and-true beauty picks are perfect for a natural bridal makeup look that will photograph beautifully, even with the potential heat, wind, and humidity of a beach wedding!

Mila Moursi Broad Spectrum Sunscreen SPF 30 – Everyone should be wearing sunscreen on a daily basis; but for beach brides, it’s an absolute non-negotiable. We love Mila Moursi’s potent sunscreen formula because of its lightweight gel feel, matte finish, and skin-firming and hydrating properties.

Tatcha Silk Canvas – Effortlessly beautiful makeup is all about highlighting the skin, so beach brides require a flawless canvas. After applying sunscreen, add a thin layer of Tatcha’s Silk Canvas to give the skin a smooth and pore-less finish. It contains real silk extracts and powder to blur the look of fine lines, even out texture, and make the rest of your bridal makeup last longer. (Nobody has time for constant touchups during their wedding day!) >Shop

Laura Mercier Silk Crème Oil Free Photo Edition Foundation – A trusty full-coverage foundation is a must, but Laura Mercier’s oil-free formula is especially fitting for hot and humid environments. Bridal makeup should be “glowy,” not shiny. 

Make Up For Ever Full Cover Concealer – Professional makeup artists swear by this waterproof concealer, which can cover everything from acne to tattoos.

Anastasia Beverly Hills Powder Contour Kit – Showcase the look of perfect skin by lightly defining the cheekbones, nose, and jawline with Anastasia’s contour kit, which also adds subtle, sun-kissed color.

Tarte Clay Pot Waterproof Liner – For a natural eye makeup look that will survive the elements… and happy tears… line your eyes with Tarte’s waterproof liner in Black, and use the Rose Gold for a subtle, shimmery finish on your lids and crease. Also, beach brides can feel free to skip the mascara. Opting for professional lash extensions is best for creating a piece-y, wispy effect that looks stunning with neutral makeup colors.

Kevyn Aucoin Glass Glow Lip Gloss – Add a high-shine finish to your favorite lipstick or wear this lip gloss on its own for a youthful, plump-looking pout. The non-tacky formula is perfect for wedding celebrations in the sand.

Marc Jacobs Glow Stick Glistening Illuminator – A swipe of the Marc Jacobs Glow Stick over the tops of your cheekbones, temples, bridge of the nose, and Cupid’s bow adds just the right finishing touch for an effortlessly beautiful beach bridal look with a dewy glow.

Emerging from a dramatic $8 million renovation, the new luxury Spa at The Breakers Palm Beach is the resort’s destination for personal renewal — it embraces guests with a calming, modern style while evoking seaside sophistication and Italian influence, nurturing each individual with heightened comfort and care. To complement the new Spa is the meticulously planned Ocean Fitness, a spectacular 6,000-square-foot, indoor/outdoor $3.5 million facility with breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, designed as one of the finest and most complete hotel fitness experiences of its kind.

Both The Spa and Ocean Fitness were funded by The Breakers’ annual investment of over $30 million in capital improvements, reflecting its owners’ long term financial commitment to the continuous enhancement of the property.

The Spa — Highlights:

Internationally renowned spa designer Sylvia Sepielli worked in tandem with Peacock + Lewis Architects and award-winning landscape architect Gregory Lombardi Design. The Spa’s stunning, contemporary design and décor features modern clean lines, artisan elements and a soothing canvas of elegant shades of white.
The curated menu of spa services focuses on efficacy and the highest quality treatments derived from organic and natural products/ingredients:
Tammy Fender — Palm Beach-based line of custom-blended 100% botanical formulations and holistic skin care for face and body
OSEA — powerful marine-based formulations with pure essential oils
ERBE — authentic, hand-crafted Italian skin and body care with custom formulas dating back to 16th-century Italy; The Spa at The Breakers is the first and only U.S. location to feature ERBE spa treatments

An array of distinctive spa amenities include:
Quartz Bed, a therapeutic heated sand-quartz bed for massages
Spa Suite private experience with steam shower, chromatherapy tub and private garden terrace
A private, co-ed Courtyard extends the modern aesthetic of the Spa to the outdoors with white marble, tropical accents of large palms and greenery, and a central, soothing water feature. Enjoining the past with the future, this outdoor living space is a contemporary interpretation of the classic Medici concept of secluded areas for relaxing and congregating.

Three (3) dedicated lounges artfully designed for women, men and co-ed use, respectively
Premium spa retail featuring authentic Italian, local and hand-crafted products
Each retail purchase packaged in a custom-designed FEED bag; proceeds of this bag donated to organizations fighting hunger nationally
New salon area for nail and hair services

Some makeup trends may come and go – but for your wedding day, a radiant and fresh-faced look will always be timeless. Flawless skin and a neutral makeup palette photograph beautifully, and touchups couldn’t be easier (some pressed powder here, a little gloss there). Here’s some of our favorite beauty picks for achieving that perfect bridal glow.

Every makeup look should start with a great canvas – aka your skin. As Hollywood’s go-to skincare expert, Mila Moursi’s product line combines the latest in skincare technology with nature’s most potent ingredients. Her results-based formulas leave skin looking smooth and youthful, providing an ideal foundation for the rest of your bridal makeup.

Dior On Stage Liner in Matte Blue
Mila Moursi Refining Lotion
Mila Moursi Rejuvenating Serum
Mila Moursi Oxy Cellular Renewal Cream

Highlight that smile with Dior’s Lip Glow, which offers a natural finish without looking washed out in photographs. A neutral eyeshadow palette with a hint of shimmer adds muted, elegant definition, and the Flash Luminizer and Forever Skin Glow evens out the complexion without being too cakey and matte.

Dior Addict Lip Glow to the Max
Dior Backstage Eye Palette
Dior Flash Luminizer
Dior Forever Skin Glow

These makeup picks from Christian Louboutin were practically made for creating a perfect bridal glow – plus, the packaging couldn’t be any more fabulous. Pop them in your bag before taking off on your honeymoon.

Christian Louboutin Tape À L’Oeil
Christian Louboutin Crystal Queen Loubilaque Lip Gloss
Christian Louboutin Bikini Loubilaque Lip Lacquer