Category Archives: Health

The Smart Center
The Smart Center | October 2, 2012

The Advantage Illuminates The Albright-Knox Art Gallery

Be there this Friday, October 5th, to witness the first ever outdoor 3D video mapping event in Western New York!

A community event celebrating the Albright-Knox Art Gallery’s 150th anniversary, watch as the iconic 1905 building is brought to life with historic imagery, culled from the Gallery’s digital media collection, archival photos and abstract animation.  This event is free, and open to the public.  Festivities will begin at 6:30 pm.  Two viewings of the projection will be presented at 7:30 and 8:30 pm. Boat dancers on Hoyt Lake, a live DJ and refreshments from Buffalo food trucks will add to the entertainment.

Three-dimensional video projection mapping makes large buildings come alive with color, depth, and motion. Images are manipulated to fit seamlessly onto a building’s architecture, creating the illusion of three dimensions without the need for  3D glasses. Major video projection mapping projects have been presented at the Vimeo Festival and Awards, on London’s Millbank Tower as part of a deadmau5 concert, at Frank Lloyd Wright’s masterpiece Fallingwater, around Anish Kapoor’s Cloud Gate at Millennium Park in Chicago, and even at the Super Bowl XLVI halftime show in 2012.

Nokia Lumina launch with deadmau5, Millbank Tower, London

Luminous Field, Millennium Park, Chicago (Luftwerk)

Fallingwater 75th Anniversary, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater (Luftwerk)

Madonna’s Super Bowl XLVI Halftime Show (Moment Factory)

Our newest division, Advantage Technology Integration, will lend its technical skills and experience to this unprecedented event. Seven extremely powerful Digital Projection Titan Quad, 16,000-lumen projectors will create the spectacle across the Gallery’s 250-foot wide rear facade.

The Advantage Company is proud to sponsor Illuminate AK as a part of M&T First Fridays.

Keep checking back for behind-the-scenes sneak peeks of this incredible installation.

Christina
Christina | August 6, 2012

Lindsay’s Top Beauty Picks

Lindsay Gallson is a beauty specialist, and after two years at Body + Beauty she has compiled a fantastic list of favorites. Today she divulges just a few of her beauty secrets.

 

Since she was a kid, Lindsay has always adored beauty products. The one thing we all know about Lindsay is that performance is what matters most to her. One would say she is a connoisseur of performance. This summer Lindsay got married. It was really important for her to find products that made her look and feel perfect and have serious results. These are her top five picks and what she has to say about them:

1.) Bogavia Toning Body Wash – A luxurious body wash that not only feels great but smells amazing with vanilla and valencia orange extracts that ignite your senses for a spa like experience. With all natural and organic ingredients, I know that I’m applying a high quality product on my body. The wash leaves no residue and makes me feel extra clean. Since I was going to be showing so much skin on my wedding day, I needed a product that would deliver. This toning body wash helps to even out skin tone, while brightening and tightening my skin. The lavendar extract in here works wonders. The aloe vera brightens and tightens. I could go on and on. There are so many reasons why this product falls # 1 on my top 5 picks.

2.) Suki Exfoliate Foaming Cleanser – What a keeper – skin care lovers must have. This exfoliant cleanser is perfect to have around at all times to clear away dead skin cells and make your face feel smooth and perfectly clean. With lemongrass to give a luscious fresh scent and 100% natural sugar to exfoliate, this product is an organic sensation. The best part about this exfoliant is that you can determine the level of exfoliation you need by the amount of water you add. Add more water for a softer, gentler scrub and use less water for a more intense, invigorating exfoliation.

3.) Caudalie Vinosource Intense Moisture Rescue Cream – Feeling like you need that extra burst of facial moisture? Well, you are talking to the right lady. I am always in need of extra moisture on my face, which is why I absolutely love this product. No greasy feel afterwards, only an intense moisture rejuvenating feel that makes me love the way my skin looks. Plus, this moisturizer is free of parabens, phenoxyethanol, sodium laureth sulfate, phthalates, and mineral oils. I used this everyday before my wedding and it paid off. My skin never felt or looked better.

4.) Jane Iredale Moonglow Golden Bronzer – If you are ever feeling dull, go straight for my favorite moonglow bronzer. This bronzer acts as a fabulous illuminator, brightener for my face and will make you feel full of luster. A must have for summer to compliment a tan and in winter to give me that extra oomph.

5.) Sumbody Shampoo & Conditioner ( Normal/ Dry) – To date, the best shampoo I have ever used. What I love about it? It cleanses and hydrates and does not leave a feeling of left over residue. I have pretty thick hair so I definitely need hair care that helps detangle my long locks and keep it from forming split ends. For an all natural shampoo, it does a fabulous job at foaming and covering great surface area with a quarter sized application. A must have for all year round. Plus, rumor has it your hair grows when you use it [not like I need it.]

Congratulations Mrs. Gallson and thank you for your beauty tips.

 

Come to Body + Beauty and learn more about Lindsay’s top picks. Mention this blog post and receive complimentary samples of our Bogavia Body Wash, Suki Exfoliate Foaming Cleanser, and the Moisture Rescue Cream.

Want to learn more from Lindsay herself? Come see her Tuesday nights and Sundays. Not only will she tell you more about her favorites, but Lindsay [one of our talented makeup artists] will do your make up.

Amy
Amy | August 1, 2012

New season. New Skin. Be Sumbody.


Deborah Burnes is coming back to Tony Walker Body+Beauty!  For those of you that don’t know, Deborah Burnes is the natural beauty expert, owner and formulator of the Sumbody line of all natural skin and body care products, author of Look Great, Live Green, as well as celebrity skincare specialist.

Deborah’s mission with the Sumbody line is to get to the root of any and all skin concerns and offer a natural and effective remedy that can be effortlessly integrated into your beauty routine. Because Deborah Burnes is a spa consultant, owner, and operator, as well as a licensed esthetician with a background in chemistry, aromatherapy, and herbology, she understands the skin on many levels.

Deborah is an amazing Tony Walker Body+Beauty partner. Just as she cares about each product in her line, she cares about her Sumbody partners and customers. Deborah comes into town for special events and offers private skin consultations to our clientele, which allows customers to truly connect to her and the Sumbody line. Deborah Burnes will be in town August 23rd-25th.

Here’s the best part-in honor of her visit, we are having a special Sumbody Contest! Are you that Sumbody? We are looking for 8 individuals to test a customized line of Sumbody skincare products for a 3 week period. We are confident that this skincare line will change your skin for the better. To enter this contest go to our Facebook event and tell us why you are that Sumbody. All participants will receive an entire line of Sumbody Skincare products customized for their skin, an opportunity to meet Deborah Burnes, and a relaxing 30-minute facial at Body + Beauty!


Sumbody is an extremely rich line that encompasses head to toe body care, as well as a specially formulated line for babies. Deborah bottles the feel-good northern California lifestyle in every product by sourcing many ingredients locally from the  Napa Valley area.

“Being green doesn’t mean spending more green,” states Burnes. “When you stop buying these products there’s a cascade effect. You save money. You save your skin. You save your health. You save the planet. That’s the best ending I could write.”

Dani
Dani | July 30, 2012

Under Armour in Israel

Those of you who frequent the Men’s Shop may have noticed someone missing lately…ME! I am fortunate enough to be spending four weeks in the beautiful land of Israel, interning at a technology startup company. During my free time, I travel the country, eat amazing local food, and relax on the beach. Last week, I traveled up north and went on a four hour hike on the hottest day of the summer so far. At one point, I honestly didn’t think I would make it to the end of the hike in the 100 degree heat. Despite the intense weather conditions, I managed to stay relatively cool thanks to the fact that I was dressed in Under Armour.

Before I left Buffalo, I stocked up on Under Armour t-shirts and shorts from Tony Walker. All of my friends were wearing basic cotton t-shirts on the hike, and they were sweaty and uncomfortable. I knew that I would be better off in Under Armour, but I had no idea just how great it would be. I sweat more that day than I ever have in my life, but my clothes stayed dry, fresh, and odor-free. I love the Under Armour v-neck that I had on because it was functional, yet fashionable. I personally prefer v-necks over crew, and it’s hard to find sport apparel that has such a great fit and look. The shorts were incredibly lightweight and breathable.

I chose the perfect outfit to wear on my hike, and will definitely continue to wear Under Armour on future outdoor adventures, as well as to the gym when I get back to Buffalo! Stop into Tony Walker to grab some Under Armour of your own and I know you’ll appreciate it during Buffalo’s hot summer this year. We have Under Armour for Men, Women, AND we will have kid’s Under Armour in Tiny Walker coming this fall!

Christina
Christina | July 30, 2012

Transform your hair in just 3 days with a little help from Frederic Fekkai

Transform your over-worked, over-styled hair with Fekkai’s PrX Reparatives Collection that has just arrived to Body+Beauty! This collection uses the strength of Keratin and silk proteins to revitalize and restore beauty and luster to the hair.

The PrX Reparatives Collection was developed by Frederic and his team to ensure immediate and effective results. Up to 98% less breakage in one week!

My favorite product in the collection is the 3-Day Transformation Leave-In Hair Treatment. Each day you spray a dual-action formula onto the hair which nourishes the hair from the inside out. In just 3 days your hair will be transformed, it’s that easy! Let me explain it to you a little more:

Stop by Body+Beauty soon to check out the entire collection. Your hair will thank you, I guarantee it!

Rhianna
Rhianna | July 17, 2012

The yoga pose for runners

I ran (honestly I was jogging, but running sounds so much better) the Corporate Challenge a few weeks ago and amazed myself that I could make the full three and a half miles. I haven’t ran that much since high school, which was quite a long time ago. Because of that, I’ve been trying to get back into running at least two to three times per week.

I love the feeling after some serious exertion; I feel more awake than any pot of coffee could give me. But I have to remember to stretch! Otherwise my legs are so tight I swear they’ve shrunk a few inches! I started googling good stretches, and a few yoga poses came up! Here’s my favorite for before and after my run:

Yoga Pose of the week: High Lunge (perfect for you runners out there)

 

edavis
edavis | July 16, 2012

The Caudalie Approach

Come learn about the vine.  From leaf to stem, seed to fruit, oil to water, the grape and it’s vine is the ultimate source for true beauty and youthfulness.

Come to our Caudalie Skincare Event on Thursday, July 19th from 1pm- 7pm.  Tony Walker Body and Beauty is the only exclusive Caudalie International Spa Destination in WNY.  Caudalie beauty products are ultra effective and natural with refined, luxurious textures inspired by the vine.  For more than 15 years, Caudalie has continued research with professors in a tradition that respects both your skin and the environment.

Liz Kwitman, Regional Sales Manager at Caudalie, and Renee Jacques, Sales and Educational Manager for Caudalie will be here for both private Caudalie skin consultations as well as an hour long skincare seminar.

Signing up for the Caudalie VIP Consultation entitles you to a private skin consultation with a Caudalie expert.  During this consultation you will get a complete skin analysis, discuss your skincare concerns and goals, and receive the absolute best Caudalie treatment and solutions.

This consultation requires a $100 registration fee that is completely redeemable in product the day of your skincare consultation.  When booking a VIP Consulation you will recieve a $50 Caudalie Spa Gift Certificate for you and a friend.

The Skin Care Seminar is taking place at 6pm here at Tony Walker Body and Beauty.  Caudalie experts, Liz Kwitman and Renee Jacques, will be filling you in on the secrets of amazing, youthful skin.  A French inspired beauty menu and complimentary wine tasting will be available.  Call 445-3280 to book your consultation or RSVP to our seminar today.

Amy
Amy | July 10, 2012

Some quality time with Shawn Towne, Global Educator for Jane Iredale


Last week, we had Shawn Towne, Global Educator for Jane Iredale in for our summer makeup event. I  had the opportunity to interview him about the beauty industry, top beauty picks, and what he loves about Western New York.

Amy: So, Global Educator, that’s a pretty impressive title how did you get into the beauty industry? Was it something you always wanted to get into?
Shawn Towne: I’ve been a makeup artist for twenty five years, I started doing makeup in San Antonio, Texas in the 1980s; they had a vocational program in my high school where students could take cosmetology classes on campus. I was the first male student to enter the program- the year after I graduated they closed the program down! They were like, “no more of that, no more boys in the cosmetology program!” I was the only man to ever be in the cosmetology program in Churchill…that’s my claim to fame.
Amy: I’m surprised you don’t have a southern accent!
ST: I lost it as quickly as I could!

ST: I then built my portfolio as a makeup artist in the Los Angeles industry in the ‘90s doing makeup for magazines, tv commercials, celebrities- I’m not what you may consider a celebrity makeup artist by any means, but I’ve done my fair share…

Amy: So being a makeup artist, what is currently your favorite beauty product, and why?
ST: For me, there are just some timeless products…Jane created a foundation that is the cornerstone of our line called Amazing Base; you literally put it on people and they say “that’s amazing!” What I love about it is that it is the most versatile foundation product: it’s a foundation, a powder, concealer, and sun protection in one. I love using it to get coverage in areas that I can’t go with a cream, it doesn’t crease up like a cream- it just blends seamlessly into the skin. You can make your skin look really flawless with it…it’s gorgeous.

Amy: What is the most valuable lesson you have learned since being with Jane Iredale, or in the industry in general?
ST: In the industry, it’s about knowing what the customer wants and not superimposing you desires onto the customer; although I’m the expert at makeup artistry, the customer is the expert at what she likes-I have to always respect that. Since I’ve started working with Jane Iredale, one the most valuable things that I’ve learned is the importance of transparency: that is, working for a company that does what they say they are going to do, a company that doesn’t keep secrets, one that really stands behind their products and has a lot of dignity. Jane uses products that are good for the skin, she won’t use junk.
Amy: So it’s really all about quality. That’s great.
ST: Definitely all about quality ingredients.

Amy: What do you feel is one beauty product that transcends age- what is something that whether you’re 20, 30, or 40 you need to have, or you can use that is just timeless for anyone?
ST: It really depends on your lifestyle…I think our lip plumpers, called “Just Kissed Lip Plumper” really transcend every age. Teens love them because they make the lips look really fresh and glossy, and women in their 40s and 50s love them because it makes their lips appear healthy and youthful. Another one that I feel is really universal is our pure pressed base, it comes in a compact, it’s a powder that covers like a foundation, you can take it anywhere, and it makes your skin look perfect, and it has that four in one quality: foundation, powder, concealer, and sun protection.

Amy: What is your favorite part about visiting Western New York? Have you ever been here before?
ST: I have, this is my second visit to Buffalo. The first time I came it was in the wintertime and as frigid as it was, you come into Tony Walker and it’s this warm, wonderful atmosphere. I also really like that there are a lot of natural elements around here; I saw Niagara Falls- that was dazzling to me! Also, it’s about 95 degrees in Jersey right now and here it’s in the lovely 70s..I really enjoy that!

Amy: What is one item that you won’t travel without?
ST: My Amazing Base!
Amy: Really?! Wow, ok!
ST: I’m wearing a full face of it right now, I won’t walk out of the house without it! A lot of people say that men don’t wear makeup…men wear makeup, they just don’t tell anyone!

Amy: What is the most enjoyable part of your job?
ST: Getting a woman that comes in and sits in my chair and for some reason or another doesn’t feel great about herself, and making her feel beautiful. It’s instant gratification!

Amy: Now the fun questions…What’s the last thing you googled?
ST: The last thing I googled….The last thing I googled was Charlotte, North Carolina real-estate. Because I’m in the process of moving to North Carolina.
Amy: Relocating! Jersey to North Carolina, that’s a pretty big change…going back down south.
ST: I used to live in North Carolina and I just fell in love with it, it’s really beautiful there…so yeah, that’s the last thing I googled; although, I did google BB Cream, we’re in the process of coming out with a new BB Cream. It’s going to be called “Glow Time”, it’s really exciting because most companies only have two or three colors, we’re going to have six.
Amy: Amazing! When can we expect this?
ST: We’re launching it in July, so you’ll have it shortly after it’s out. Everybody is going to want them, but Tony Walker Body+Beauty is a priority for us!

Amy: Last question: What is your favorite ice cream flavor?
ST: Chocolate Chip Mint…or Cake Batter, but that isn’t always as readily available. I’m trying not to do ice cream right now. When you’re on the road all you do is eat!


Shawn’s experience and knowledge was evident as he spent time with clients; everyone left his chair radiant and feeling great. Shawn had some extra time, so he did my makeup and even gave me a few great  tips, “don’t be afraid to use color on the eyes” (usually I’m a mascara and little bit of eyeliner kind of girl). Hopefully, I’ll be brave enough to try some of his tricks!