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Lacoste Launches Three New Fragrances to Embody French Femininity

EAU DE LACOSTE L.12.12 pour Elle in Natural, Elegant, and Sparkling. (Photo: Jon Paterson)

What do you think of when you hear the word Lacoste? For me, the words that come to mind are: classic, sporty chic, French, tennis, golf, alligators, and iconic. I also immediately think of one of my most treasured possessions, my grandmother’s turquoise velour vintage Lacoste zip up track suit top. I somehow managed to steal from her wardrobe some years ago when I was a young girl. It’s still so cool (and so is she at 82!).

René Lacoste and female player at Wimbledon.

After the successful launch of the men’s fragrance L.12.12, the team at Lacoste began development on what would become known as L.12.12 Pour Elle. The launch of this female fragrance is significant for a couple reasons: the first being that house founder and true visionary René Lacoste valued female athletes and fashion in sport on the tennis courts of the 1920s. Hemlines were coming up and two influential women (one was his wife who was a pro golfer) were always his guinea pigs for new designs. His pleated tennis skirt, which was worn with an air of sophistication and femininity, is the inspiration for this trio of new fragrances.

L.12.12 Pour Elle ($59-$76) is a trio of fragrances to represent three different moods of the “Lacoste women.” My personal favorite, in a lovely shade of green bottle is Natural with a clean, easy and effortless scent that blends coconut with Orris. The floral Elegant scent has an updated power girl vibe. And lastly, in bright pink, the most fun and sweet smelling scent is Sparkling pairing French macaroon and Patchouli. Not for the faint of heart, this playful scent will definitely lead to a crazy night out on the town.

René Lacoste’s iconic pleated skirt, which also served as inspiration for the fragrance.

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YB Loves: Summer in a Bottle All Year Round

Escada’s new scent will have you yearning for sunny summer days on the beach.

Each day the editors of Yahoo Beauty are sharing one noteworthy product we feel should be on your radar. From the latest and greatest items that land on our desks to indie products with a cool backstory to the old standbys that have earned a permanent place on our vanities, trust us: You’ll want to check them out.

It’s hard to capture the essence of summer — the sun, the salt air, the playful excitement in the air — but this is something Escada has mastered through its summer fragrances since 1993. One spritz of the 24th limited edition scent, Escada Agua del Sol ($60 for 1.6 oz), instantly transports you to the sun and surf, an image that’s creatively replicated by the sheer yellow and blue flacon.

The enticing fruity floral scent is one with universal appeal. At first whiff, you’ll experience the zesty citrus, raspberry sorbet, nashi pear granite, and invigorating pink peppercorn top notes. The heart of the fragrance has a feminine feel, with apricot nectar and rose petals, while the warm, lingering base is made up of Tonka bean, sandalwood, and white musk cream.

With a delicious, vivacious aroma that elicits visions of the sunny coastline, perhaps it’s no surprise that these limited edition perfumes sell out globally by the time summer arrives. Get yours now in a variety of sizes, from a travel-friendly rollerball to a long-lasting 3.3 oz bottle, at Ulta and Kohl’s.

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YB Loves: In-Shower Hair Color That Works in Minutes

Whether your hair color is dull, mousy, fading, growing out, or going gray, your problems can now be solved in minutes, at home, for $10, thanks to John Frieda. If it sounds too good to be true, get over it. Harry Josh, stylist to famous women with the world’s most enviable hair (hello, Gisele) has given his seal of approval, so you know this stuff works.

If you’re a blonde, you may be familiar with John Frieda’s color enhancing shampoos. Now the brand is letting brunettes in on the action with shampoo and conditioning combos that will amp up your shade instantly and work even better over time with a cumulative effect. The John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Visibly Brighter Shampoo and Conditioner ($9 each) lets you lighten your hair to a more golden, warmer shade while the Brunette Visibly Deeper duo ($9 each) lets you enrich and darken your hair with cooler tones and an ultra-shiny finish. Whether your hair is natural, color-treated, or highlighted, your brown strands will look more vibrant after a regular cleanse in the shower — no mess involved. The results are semi-permanent and products can be used daily.

For faster results, brunettes can try some new treatments. The John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Visibly Brighter In-Shower Treatment ($9) which actually removes a type melanin from the hair shaft that’s unique to brunettes. Leave this single-use treatment on for five minutes and shampoo as normal to lift your hair color by a full shade, resulting in more honey and caramel brown tones. Use it once a month — it’s ideal for highlighting hair between professional treatments as well as giving any strands a boost.

Meanwhile, the John Frieda Brilliant Brunette Visibly Deeper In-Shower Treatment ($9) darkens hair by one shade from root to tip. Just apply it to your entire head of hair, leave on for five to 10 minutes, and rinse. You’ll get three or four uses from this bottle and can use it as often as you want.

Don’t worry, blondes! There’s something for you, too. John Frieda’s Sheer Blonde In-Shower Treatment ($9) lifts color-treated or natural hair one shade brighter in just five minutes. If you have dark roots coming in, this will soften the color of regrowth between coloring, and natural blondes can banish those muddy or dull tones for more vibrant strands.

If you want to amp up your color for the holidays on a budget, this is the way to go. All products are available at Target.com today, and will be available in mass retailers nationwide on January 1.

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YB Loves: The Perfect Beach Manicure

Jin Soon’s new sand-inspired nail polish Photo: Instagram)

I’m all for easy nail art that doesn’t require special tools or a particularly steady hand — anything I can’t possibly mess up. Summer beauty is supposed to be easy! Thankfully nail guru Jin Soon Choi read my mind and created an incredible “topping” I’ve come to love as much as the rainbow sprinkles on my Mr. Softee ice cream cone.

Jin Soon’s new nail polish collaboration with Barney’s (Photo: Barney’s)

Introducing Sahara ($18), a grainy polish that looks exactly like sand. It’s one of three limited edition Jin Soon lacquers for Barney’s that can be worn a variety of ways. I know, because I experimented the minute I got it. Applied on a bare nail, Sahara mimics the look and feel of sand particles — the subtle color variations from pink to tan to gray has a gritty, matte texture. Next, I tried it over Prim ($18), an opaque whitish beige shade that matched the sandy topper. And lastly, I applied it over Ardor ($18), a juicy pink-infused red, for perhaps the most interesting mani of all — the contrasting speckles looked like I dipped my perfectly manicured tips into sand on a beach day. Perhaps not for those with OCD, I personally love the unexpected look of sand on my fingertips and the way it makes me daydream of days by the sea, even when typing away at my desk.

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LORAC POREfection Concealer

These days more and more makeup products have added skincare benefits—and we couldn’t be happier. If you’re telling me that my base makeup will not only hide but also improve my imperfections I’m on board. So when the LORAC POREfection Concealer ($24) wound up in my lap, I was beyond pumped to test-drive it.

Infused with an impressive blend of anti-aging vitamins and extracts, this cover-up works to brighten and nourish the skin whilst expertly blurring facial flaws. Besides the nourishing ingredients it contains, this full-coverage concealer leaves a skin-like, radiant finish that doesn’t crease or settle into fine lines or dry areas—an issue I’ve had with most heavier-coverage concealers in the past. It’s also suitable for even the most sensitive skin, as it’s free of oil, parabens, and fragrances. With eight different shades in the range, you’ll surely meet your match.

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