Useful products, books and information

From time to time, we'll tell you about products, books, and information that are making a difference for us and for our clients. You're welcome to send us a note with your comments and other suggestions.

Jet lag

Jet lag? Consider the homeopathic herbal No Jet Lag chewable tablets available at Whole Foods, Wild Oats, and many healthfood or travel stores. Melatonin supplements are another alternative to help you sleep on the flight and adjust your Circadian rhythm to your destination's time clock.

Neck lift

Start a new routine on that flight to Bangkok - neck exercises! You may prevent the "turkey neck" you see under your neighbor's chin with a combination of chin and neck exercises to tone your drooping skin and sagging neck tendons. Try them! You'll like them!

Reading and leading a trend

Reading on the flight? If you haven't yet read The World is Flat by Thomas Friedman, now's the time, and you'll understand why you're part of a growing trend. Don't just read the first chapter. The last chapter is just as compelling.

Cool new stuff

One of our clients traveled back to Bangkok for a visit armed with Neutrogena Fresh Cooling Body Mist Sunblock, SPF 45. Perfect as a quick spritzer to cool yourself down while shopping at the Weekend Market or sightseeing at the Grand Palace.

Makeup

Makeup products we and our friends swear by

• Blinc eyelash conditioner

• Duri nail growth system. Finally, long beautiful nails without acrylics - we promise! - with Rejuvacote nail liquid that replaces your base coat and top coat.

• Christian Dior DiorShow mascara

• Physicians' Formula coverup for temporary post-surgery bruising

• Mineral makeup from Bare Escentuals and others - makeup we can't live without anymore after living without traditional makeup for decades

Why don't we list skin creams and lotions? Simply because there's not one out there yet that actually does what it claims. Read this tough review of skincare products.