THE BROOKLYN PAPERS
2004

 

A PERFECT 10
Spa-worthy scrubs, oils and moisturizers to use at home

By Lisa J. Curtis
GO Brooklyn Editor

 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

When life gives you lemons
Lemon & Jojoba Cuticle Oil: Bottle has a dropper instead of a brush to apply this subtly lemon-scented oil - akin to lemon meringue pie - that is quickly gobbled up by toes and fingers. Economically priced, it's perfect for daily use by gals with fake nails. 2 fl. oz, $7, Carol's Daughter.
 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

Out of this world
GM Collin Daily Ceramide Comfort Ultraderm: This flying saucer is full of capsules of scentless essential lipid complexes that are quickly absorbed into the skin and immediately leave a face feeling soft as velvet. 75 capsules/.84 oz, $69.25, Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon.

Olive skin
Olive oil soap: This mildly olive oil-scented soap made by the Salem family in Lebanon from natural ingredients can be used on the hair and the body. Cleans gently without stripping moisture from skin. About 8 oz., $3, Tripoli Restaurant.

 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

Almond crunch
Repêchage Honey and Almond Scrub: This gentle scrub smells like warm, sweetened oatmeal cereal when applied. It can be left on longer for a deep-cleansing mask or rinsed off for quick smoothing and cleansing. 3 oz, $22, Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon.

 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

Fat you'll like
Sonya Dakar Omega-3 Repair Complex: Don't let the fatty acids scare you away. This earthy-scented serum in a pump smoothes irritated skin and leaves a healthy glow. .5 oz, $35, D'Mai Urban Spa.
 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

Intoxicating hair
Mimosa Hair Honey: Wonderful fruity-floral scent is released when the herb and flower infused shea butter, corn oil and beeswax concoction melts with the heat from your fingertips. Adds shine and fragrance to hair and controls frizzies. 21.5 oz., $25, Carol's Daughter.

Smooth as silk
Nourishing Moisture Silk: Use this fragrant, but otherwise undetectable, mixture of essential oils and Vitamins A, C and E over moisturizer to retain moisture and smooth fine lines. 1 oz., $35, The HomeSpa.

 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

Country time
GM Collin Time Corrector Eyelid Gel Cream: This moisturizing, soothing pump full of gel-cream, smelling faintly of sweetened iced tea, can be used on both eyelids and lip contour to minimize fine lines. .8 oz., $47, Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon.

 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

Freeze-dried from France
Oligomer Lyophilized Sea Water Bath by Phytomer: Pouch of French sea salt doesn't have bubbles or perfume, but it offers a 20-minute long bathtub full of much needed relaxation for the muscles, revitalization for the skin and peace of mind. 1.4 oz packet, $20, Cynergy Spa.
 

 Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon featured in The Brooklyn Papers Newspaper Article - A Perfect 10

Not too complex
Repêchage Hydro Complex PFS: Unscented, luxurious moisturizer is swiftly absorbed by the face and can be used twice a day (although it doesn't have sunscreen) to combat dehydration from March winds and other climactic stressors. Cutest little spoon included. 2 oz, $45, Pilo Arts Day Spa & Salon.