Monsieur, are you wearing Jean Paul Gaultier?
@ 10:42 am April 29, 2008Filed under: Fashion Trends, Health & Beauty
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DALLAS, Apr 29, 2008 / FW/ — Jean Paul Gaultier must be tireless. He already designs 12 collections a year and he still found the time to launch ‘Monsieur’, a new grooming line for men that is every day wardrobe of skincare and ‘make-up’ products that make men look good without losing their inherent appeal.
Officially called ‘Jean Paul Gaultier Monsieur’, the new men’s grooming products compliments the men’s ‘make-up’ line that the French couturier launched in 2003. Five years had passed since then, so, it was time to re-visit and revamp the line especially with the changing attitudes of men towards growing old.
Though women have been very open in their search for the fountain of youth, men had been very quiet about it. Except for dying their gray hair to their original color, men showed very little interest in staying young until the last of the baby boomers turned 40.
When Hollywood heartthrobs Brad Pitt, Tom Cruise and George Clooney, all of whom are part of the last wave of baby boomers turned 40, their continued popularity among women of all ages became a sign post that men can also be ageless.
Forty-something, high-flying executive, fashion-conscious, sporty, eco-friendly; metro-sexual, a bighearted softy or a seducer, even the strong and quiet type including the ‘nerds’ who were unpopular during high school but run the world today, finally begun to understand women’s preoccupation with the fountain of youth.
Being well groomed and taking care of his appearance is a growing priority for men. Jean Paul Gaultier responds to this new attitude with a new comprehensive line called ‘Jean Paul Gaultier monsieur’ consisting of seventeen products, from which every man can compose his “every day wardrobe for looking good!”
Each of the skincare products combines the same unique plant complex, which helps to ensure the protection and well being of the skin. A desert micro-alga capable of with standing the most extreme climate conditions lends its strength to resist harsh everyday factors such as pollution, smoke and UV rays.
Monsieur offers a choice of cleansing agents, treatments and grooming products to make sure he looks good at any time of day. Monsieur is already available at Bloomingdales and bloomingdales.com. It will be available at Sephora beginning May 2008 and select specialty and department stores in the nation.
JEAN PAUL GAULTIER MONSIEUR SKINCARE
Eau du Matin, Invigorating Fragrance (3.3 oz) $46.00
This invigorating formula prolongs the reviving effects of the morning shower. Spray onto the body and rub vigorously. This “green frisson” water with spicy, masculine notes reveals the freshness of bergamot and petitgrain, followed by woody accents of cedar and gaiac. Tip: cedar and citrus essential oils boost the energy levels of the body and stimulate the mind.
Face Wash (4.2 oz) $20.00
A cleanser for both morning and evening, this rich cream is lathered over moist skin and the beard before rinsing thoroughly with water. Use before or after shaving. Tip: the cleanser’s smooth formula prepares the skin for shaving without drying it out.
Face Scrub (4.2 oz) $20.00
To free the skin, this gel instantly removes dead skin cells and all of the impurities that prevent the skin from breathing. The face looks brighter, cleaner, and more invigorated. Tip: The scrub’s small exfoliating grains of wood pulp are gentle on the skin and tough on impurities
Shaving Cream (4.2 oz) $18.00
To tame stubborn hair and gently prepare the skin for the glide of the blade, this lightly scented velvety cream transforms into an emollient lather on contact with water. Suitable for all beards; use with or without a shaving brush. Tip: for a flawless shave, use directly with the fingers, massaging the cream into moist skin, or lather with a shaving brush.
After-Shave Gel (1.6 oz) $25.00
A green-colored texture that is invisible on application calms the skin for a soft, supple appearance after shaving. Tip: this “anti-razor burn” gel contains an oil extracted from grape seeds to strengthen the skin’s defenses again attack, along with a soothing agent - Alpha-Bisabolol -to neutralise irritation and reduce nicks and cuts from shaving.
Moisturizing Face Balm (1.6 oz) $32.00
To quench the skin’s thirst without leaving it shiny, this balm contains water-trapping plant sugars and oil extracted from grape seeds rich in essential fatty acids. Instant comfort is ensured. The skin is suppler and more resistant to harsh external factors. Tip: its texture, enriched in volatile substances, melts into the skin for a dashing, matte finish.
Energizing Face Care (1.6 oz) $34.00
The perfect “fatigue-masking” tool: a moisturizer that melts invisibly into the skin. The face looks rested and the skin is the very picture of health. Tip: Light reflectors ensure an instant healthy glow effect.
Energizing Eye Care (0.5 oz) $30.00
A gel infused with decongestant and anti-shadow active ingredients rid the skin of puffiness and dark circles. Its texture provides total comfort. Tip: The Eye Gel’s “flash” effect particles brighten this area in the blink of an eye.
Shine Stopper Gel (0.5 oz) $25.00
A radical blotting gel to absorb excess oil and eliminate shine from the T-zone (forehead, nose and chin). A zero shine effect guaranteed. Tip: The Shine Stopper’s convenient packaging allows you to unleash your anti-shine weapon at any time of day,
MONSIEUR: THE COSMETICS
Powder Bronzer (10 g) $40.00
Keep that “just back from vacation” look all year round. As practical as its reversible case, this discreet compact powder contains reflective pigments that even out the complexion; erase blemishes and give the skin a truer-than-life healthy glow. Tip: One product, two application options: Apply in a flash with the brushwhen on the go, and use a shaving brush at home for a professional result.
Self Tanning Gel (1.6 oz) $28.00
For a sun-free, incognito tan, this moisturizing gel contains corrective pigments for an instant healthy glow. The color gradually deepens with DHA for an incredibly natural result. Tip: A tinted cream that allows you to see where it has been applied and gives instant color on application even before the DHA starts to work.
Fluid Bronzer Multi-Complexion (1.6 oz) $30.00)
This tinted fluid cream is perfect for giving the skin an instant pick-me-up, leaving it gleaming with a healthy outdoor glow. Its light, non-greasy texture contains a complex of plant active ingredients that also protects the skin against harsh external factors. Tip: Contains absorbent micro-sponges for a matte finish on the skin.
Concealer (0.5 oz) $20.00
This cream provides perfect coverage to disguise every flaw. In addition, micro particles brighten shadows caused by dark circles. Guarantees bright eyes under any circumstances. Tip: Available in three shades – fair, medium or tawny skin - for a customized result.
Eyeliner Pencil (1.2g) $14.00
To give a deep, intense gaze or correct sparse lashes, this eyeliner pencil gives a natural dark line which really changes everything. It is removed in the blink of an eye. As quick and simple as a signature. Tip: The eyeliner is a special pencil suitable for sensitive eyes and contact lens wearers, for gentle, precise application. Includes a built-in pencil sharpener.
Brow Corrector Pencil (1.2g) $14.00
To emphasize the shape of the face and underline its character, this corrector pencil allows you to discreetly define the outline of the eyebrows. It is removed as easily as it is applied. Tip: Two shades -fair or medium to be applied in small, fine strokes in the direction of hair growth for a natural effect.
Brow Groomer (7 ml) $18.00
To bring unruly brows into line, this clear gel invisibly tames and holds them in place all day long thanks to fixing polymers. Tip: A pine tree-shaped brush allows you to target the areas to be tamed: the widest end tidies the thickest area and the tip brings stubborn hairs into line.
Lip Balm (3.5g) $18.00
This completely non-greasy and non-sticky lip balm is packed with nourishing agents. Its texture is enriched by a protective hydrating polymer that leaves an invisible film protecting the lips from harsh climate factors (cold, dryness). Re-apply as often as necessary. Tip: This clear balm is also available in two lightly tinted versions (fair and tawny skin) to enhance the natural pigmentation of the lips.
Jean Paul Gaultier Unveils ‘Under African Skies’ Fragrance
@ 10:31 am March 27, 2008Filed under: Health & Beauty
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PARIS, Mar 27, 2008 / FW/ — Mining his own vision of Africa as he had visualized the continent in his runway shows, Jean Paul Gaultier translates it into the limited edition summer fragrance ‘Under African Skies’ as Jean Paul Gaultier’s CLASSIQUE and LE MALE revels in a sun- scorched land, amidst the heat and bewitching rhythms of Africa.
She becomes a queen - a sensual temptress wearing an ornament of wood and glass beads. He is a manly, sensitive Maasai warrior sporting a solar talisman.
In the CLASSIQUE 3.3 oz Alcohol-Free Summer Fragrance ($60.00 USD), Rose flirts with Orange Blossom, enlivened by a zest of Clementine and Sicilian lemon. A bouquet of pure flowers including Arabian Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Lily of the Valley and White Iris blooms in the middle notes. The heady base notes feature an accord of vanilla absolute, fresh musk and amber.
The LE MALE 4.2 oz Stimulating Body Spray ($56.00 USD) is enriched with mint, ginseng and ginger water. Refreshing agents create an icy effect - a cocktail of pure energy.
All fragrances are available May 1st, at Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Sephora stores in the United States.