DESIGN ON A DIME
Atlanta-based Swatchpop is changing the online interior design game by using an algorithm to pair clients and designers across the country. Once connected, they can work together on large and small design projects which take just three to five business days to complete. Founders, Jessica McRae and Kristen Yonson, once spent hours searching Pinterest for design ideas for their homes. After texting a friend for advice on a design challenge, McRae decided to launch a collaborative forum to help others get unstuck. Answer a few questions about your personal style and SwatchPop pairs you with a like-minded designer for help. You pay only for the advice you need and prices start as low as $49.95. Visit www.swatchpop.com for details.
NET NATURALITY
Kiehl's Pure Vitality Skin Renewing Cream is almost totally natural without compromising efficacy. The formula is 99.6% naturally derived and completely free of parabens, mineral oils, synthetic colors and fragrances. It combines manuka honey and Korean red ginseng root, which work together to keep skin soft and radiant. In clinical tests, after eight weeks, testers with unhealthy skin ended up with skin equal to or better than those with skin that had been deemed healthy. Get Pure Vitality Skin Renewing Cream starting at $60 for 1.7 ounces at Kiehl's Since 1851, Lenox Square, 3393 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta or online at www.kiehls.com.
CATRICE COSMETICS
Catrice Cosmetics has made its U.S. debut at Ulta. Originally from Germany, the brand is known for offering quality products at an affordable price. The line features a range of complexion, eye and lip products including a new collection of primers, contouring tools, a smokey eye shadow base and more, such as the Allround Contouring Palette ($6.49) — a cream palette that offers matte and highlight shades to give your face the perfect dimension. Prices range from $1.99 - $7.99. Get them at Ulta stores nationwide or online at www.ulta.com.
